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In the whirlwind of accusations and recriminations that emerged in the wake of 9/11 and the Iraq war, one man's vital testimony has been conspicuously absent. Candid and gripping, At the Center of the Storm recounts George Tenet's time at the Central Intelligence Agency, a revealing look at the...

In the whirlwind of accusations and recriminations that emerged in the wake of 9/11 and the Iraq war, one man's vital testimony has been conspicuously absent. Candid and gripping, At the Center of the Storm recounts George Tenet's time at the Central Intelligence Agency, a revealing look at the...

In A Fire at the Center, Karen Van Fossan takes listeners behind the scenes of the Dakota Access Pipeline conflict, to penitentiaries where prisoners of war have carried the movement onward, to the jail cell where she was held for protesting Line 3, to a reimagining of decolonized family constellations, and to moments of collective hope and strength.

Through conversations with top thinkers in the social sciences and beyond, economist Shruti Rajagopalan explores the ideas that will propel India forward.

The Hyphen is a new video podcast from the Roundglass India Center that builds on the storytelling foundation of our award-winning Desi Roots & Routes and turns toward the most pressing questions facing Indian Americans today. The series explores current events, U.S.–India relations, and the transnational issues shaping civic life and public debate, bringing leading thinkers into conversation about one of America’s most dynamic diasporas.

Tyler Cowen engages today's deepest thinkers in wide-ranging explorations of their work, the world, and everything in between. New conversations every other Wednesday. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

"$100 Million Picasso Bust at Center of Legal Fight" is from the Arts section of The New York Times. It was written by Robin Pogrebin and narrated by Fleet Cooper.

"Assault Rifles and Concealed Handguns at Center of a Changing Industry" is from the June 21, 2016, Business section of The New York Times. It was written by Barry Meier and Michael J. De La Merced and narrated by Kristi Burns.

When COVID-19 hit the United States, New York governor Andrew Cuomo was thrust onto the national stage, hailed around the globe for his leadership. Alongside him every step of the way, Melissa DeRosa quickly became a household name. In her riveting memoir, DeRosa details her journey as a young woman in politics rising to the highest levels of government, writing with raw honesty and vulnerability about the personal challenges she faced—a failing marriage, infertility, death threats, misogyny—while navigating unprecedented professional landmines along the way.

The Ellison Center for Russian, East European and Central Asian Studies at the University of Washington promotes in-depth interdisciplinary study of all major post-communist subregions - Eastern and Central Europe, the Baltic region, the Caucasus and Central Asia, and Russia - in order to understand the legacies of the imperial and communist past as well as to analyze the emerging institutions and identities that will shape Eurasia's future. We share audio of interesting and relevant events hosted by our Center.

The Ho Center for Buddhist Studies at Stanford podcast features faculty, graduate students, visiting speakers, and alumni in conversation with Miles Osgood and Leah Chase on the history, philosophy, and practice of Buddhism. Interviews are intended to be both academic and accessible: topics range from scholarly publications and insights to personal journeys and reflections. Interview videos are posted on YouTube, @thehocenterforbuddhiststudies. For more information about our events, speakers, and research, visit buddhiststudies.stanford.edu.

Host Anika Rychner, the Senior Director of Community Action Center, talks with other members of local (Rice County, Minnesota) non-profit organizations about societal issues and how these organizations seek to help and educate.

What does research in democracy in the 21st century look like? How can we study a political system that is under constant challenge? For years, the Albert Hirschman Centre for Democracy has pioneered a collaborative approach that draws on the views of its namesake – Albert O. Hirschman – and now shares it with listeners in podcast form. Transgressing disciplinary and academic boundaries to bring new takes on forms of government, the Research at the AHCD podcast invites its researchers to meditate on their fieldwork, their methods and their readings, and the meaning of democracy. The audio ...

On the Yard is where Black history speaks. From the archives of the Moorland-Spingarn Research Center at Howard University, each episode uncovers a powerful artifact—photographs, letters, rare books, film, and everyday objects—and traces the lives, ideas, and movements behind it. Guided by Dr. Benjamin Talton, Director of MSRC, alongside scholars and cultural voices, On the Yard connects memory to the moment, revealing how the past continues to shape Black life, creativity, and imagination across the globe.

The Conversations with Young Justice Leaders podcast amplifies the voices of people driving justice and development around the world. Podcast hosts: The Young Justice Leaders are a group of young changemakers from across the globe and represent young and innovative voices who are influencing international dialogues and research around justice.

The wire fox terriers had already tracked through her blood when the police arrived at Susan Berman’s bungalow in Los Angeles on Christmas Eve 16 years ago to find her dead, shot in the back of the head, execution-style.

Sustainable Futures explores pathways to achieve a more just, equitable, and sustainable future for all. It aims to further the 2030 SDGs, focusing on gender equality, quality education, health for all, democracy and justice, and climate action. This podcast is hosted by the ESD Center at MUBS.

Talking in the Footsteps of Our Ancestors will share the journey of reconnecting the Otoe-Missouria people to their ancestral homelands in southeast Nebraska through the Walking in the Footsteps of Our Ancestors project. Through stories, history, and culture, we’ll focus on healing, reconciliation, and bridging understanding between Native and non-Native communities. Join host Johnnie Jae as we honor the past and build a future where all of us can walk together. Music by Johnnie Jae and Martin Luna. Cover art by Marci Black.

Discover the journeys of trailblazing Indian Americans who have shaped industries, broken barriers, and built thriving communities across the United States. Each episode offers firsthand insights into how these leaders navigate identity, culture, and success, from roots in India to routes they've travelled--giving you inspiration and valuable lessons for your own path. Hosted by Director Sital Kalantry, this season takes you to Seattle, where you’ll hear from luminaries like Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal, filmmaker Rita Meher, entrepreneur Gurpreet (Sunny) Singh, musician Krishna ...

The Working Centre in the downtown core of Kitchener, Ontario, is a widely recognized and successful model for community development. Begun from scratch in 1982, it is now a vast network of practical supports for the unemployed, the underemployed, the temporarily employed and the homeless, populations that collectively constitute up to 30 percent of the labour market both locally and across North America. Transition to Common Work is the essential text about The Working Centre.