Best Institute for Liberal Studies Podcasts (2024)

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Bayo Akomolafe: On Postactivism as a Pathway for Healing Ourselves and Our World 1:00:53

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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*Bayo Akomolafe is a posthumanist thinker, philosopher, poet, author and founder of the Emergence Network, a planet-wide initiative that seeks to convene communities in new ways in response to the crit…

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Ep. 246: Colin Craig - How Bad Is Canadian Healthcare? 57:26

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Matt speaks with Colin Craig about the Canadian healthcare system, discussing its inefficiencies, long wait times, and potential reforms, while comparing it to healthcare models in other countries and offering practical suggestions for improvement. References Health Reform Now - the documentary that informs much of this conversation: Link: https://…

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Abigail Rose Clarke: On Returning Home to Our Bodies 1:02:29

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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*Writer and somatic facilitator Abigail Rose Clarke reminds us that truly meaningful embodiment practices nurture our relationships among self, nature, and community. In her latest book, Returning Home…

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Ep. 68: Sabine El-Chidiac - What Helps Refugees Succeed? 1:00:34

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To celebrate Sabine’s time at the ILS and her work with the Curious Task, we’re revisiting Sabine’s first appearance as a guest on the podcast. — Alex Aragona speaks with Sabine El-Chidiac as she explores the different ways civil society solutions help refugees succeed when they move to their new home. References from The Curious Task Episode 68 wi…

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Are We Experiencing a Crisis of Culture? 41:28

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In this episode of International Horizons, RBI director John Torpey spoke with Olivier Roy, professor of social and political sciences at the European University Institute in Florence, Italy, and author of The Crisis of Culture: Identity Politics and the Empire of Norms (Oxford University Press, 2024). Roy argues that neoliberal globalization is di…

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Thomas Hübl: On Embracing Interconnection for Healing Trauma 54:40

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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*Thomas Hübl is a renowned teacher, author, and international facilitator who works within the complexity of systems and cultural change. In his most recent book, Attuned: Practicing Interdependence to…

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Ep. 245: Mark Koyama - How Can Monopoly Lead To Shipwreck? 53:50

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Alex speaks with Mark Koyama about the historical context and economic implications of the Manila Galleon trade, focusing on how monopolistic practices increased the risk of shipwrecks and the broader lessons for contemporary economics about the unintended consequences of monopoly power. References "Shipwrecked by Rents: The Manila Galleon Trade" b…

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Jenée Johnson: On Reclaiming African-Centered Joy and Well-Being Through Mindfulness 56:23

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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*African-centered scholars often point to mindfulness and meditation as important practices for those of African ancestry to tend to their inner landscapes and heal from the harm of systemic and intern…

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Ep. 244: Jacob Levy - What Is The Idea Of A Liberal Party? 1:04:36

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Summary Alex speaks with Jacob Levy about the concept of a liberal party, exploring its philosophical foundations, historical context, and touch on all of these points within the context of Jacob's article "The Liberal Party Idea" (2024). References The Liberal Party Idea by Jacob Levy: Link:https://www.researchgate.net/publication/381323406_The_li…

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Notes from the Field: A Personal View of the War on Gaza 44:43

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We start this season of International Horizons with an interview with Dr. Eli Karetny, an American political scientist and administrative director of the Ralph Bunche Institute who spent the last academic year in Israel with his family. The plan was to do research on the Israeli Bedouin in the Negev desert – until the Hamas attacks of October 7 ups…

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Benebell Wen: On Practicing Divination With the I Ching 1:00:12

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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*The I Ching, also known as The Book of Changes, is a 3000-year-old Chinese divination text. Many use the I Ching as a tool for life guidance, spiritual practice, and ancestral connection. It is a reve…

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Ep. 243: Nathan Goodman - How Can Border Control Affect Domestic Life? 1:20:54

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Sabine speaks with Nathan Goodman about the complexities of border control and domestic policy, focusing on how these issues intersect with libertarian philosophy, the economic implications of immigration, and the ethical considerations of state power in regulating borders. References "The Law of Peoples" by John Rawls Link: https://www.amazon.ca/L…

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Jacqueline Suskin: On Seasonal Practices and Rituals to Awaken Creative Expression 1:03:29

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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*The seasons and cycles of nature have incredible power to affect everything in our lives—including our creativity. Author and poet Jacqueline Suskin’s latest book, A Year in Practice, is a seasonal gu…

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Ep. 242: Ignacio Cofone - What Is The Privacy Fallacy? 56:30

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Alex speaks with Ignacio Cofone about the intricacies of privacy in the digital era, examining how personal data is collected, inferred upon, and the legal frameworks that govern these practices, as elucidated in Ignacio Cofone's book, "The Privacy Fallacy."Episode Notes: "The Privacy Fallacy: Harm and Power in the Information Economy" by Ignacio C…

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Jason Butler and Genesee Herzberg with Gisele Fernandes: On Integral Psychedelic Therapy 1:17:36

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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*In this episode, CIIS professor and clinical psychologist Jason Butler and clinical psychologist Genesee Herzberg are joined by psychotherapist and mentor in the CIIS Center for Psychedelic Therapies …

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Ep. 241: Bruce Pardy - Do We Have The Rule Of Law? 59:26

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Matt speaks with Bruce Pardy about the rule of law in Canada, implications of the notwithstanding clause, the evolving interpretation of the Charter, and the balance between individual rights and state power. References Friedrich Hayek - "The Road to Serfdom" - https://www.amazon.ca/Road-Serfdom-Fiftieth-Anniversary/dp/0226320553 Discussed in relat…

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Charlotte Saenz and Zara Zimbardo: On Community Building and the Zapatista Movement 1:04:39

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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*The Zapatista movement emerging from Chiapas, Mexico over the past three decades has impacted people all over the world who struggle to liberate themselves from colonial capitalism and Cis-Heteropatia…

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Ep. 240: Rosolino Candela - What Is The Morality Of Illicit Markets? 1:10:48

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Alex speaks with Rosolino Candela about the morality and dynamics of illicit markets, focusing on the transition from central planning to privatization in post-Soviet Russia and the role of property rights in shaping economic behaviors and attitudes. References: Rosolino's Website - https://www.rcandela.com/ Timothy Fry - Property Rights and Proper…

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Lyla June: On Personal, Collective, and Ecological Healing 1:26:25

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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*Dr. Lyla June is a renowned Indigenous musician, songwriter, poet, hip-hop artist, human ecologist, and community organizer. Her music and message center around intergenerational and inter-ethnic heal…

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Ep. 239: Matt Zwolinski - What Is Bleeding Heart Libertarianism? 1:08:56

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Matt speaks with Matt Zwolinski about Bleeding Heart Libertarianism and the diverse perspectives within libertarian thought, discussing its history, philosophical foundations, and contemporary issues, including debates on social justice, individual rights, and the role of government. References: The BHL blog: https://bleedingheartlibertarians.com/ …

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Sonya Renee Taylor: On Radical Answers for Personal and Collective Liberation 1:02:53

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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*Sonya Renee Taylor is a world-renowned activist and thought leader on racial justice, body liberation, and transformational change. Her best-selling book, The Body Is Not an Apology, offers a radical …

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Ep. 238: Chris Coyne - How Do You Run A War? 1:13:16

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Alex speaks with Chris Coyne about the complexities and ramifications of war, focusing on the interplay between media narratives, propaganda, and the impact on civil liberties, drawing insights from Coyne's book co-authored with Abigail Hall, which is a satirical guide on war strategies and their broader societal implications. Episode Notes: Chris …

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L. Frank and Catalina Gomes: Voices From California Indigenous Languages and Cultural Revitalization 51:14

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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*Across what we now call California, Indigenous communities are fighting to protect and preserve languages, cultural practices, and ways of being.*In this episode, Two-Spirit Tongva/Ajachmem artist and…

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Ep. 237: Greta Lynn Uehling - What Happens To Relationships During War? 58:58

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Sabine speaks with Greta Lynn Uehling about her research on the effects of war on relationships, an underexplored topic in conflict studies. Episode Notes: - Greta's book "Everyday War": https://a.co/d/09MHkjov - Homer's "The Illiad": https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iliad - Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv: knu.ua - A primer on the concep…

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Kai Cheng Thom: On Falling Back in Love With Being Human 1:04:18

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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*Kai Cheng Thom grew up a Chinese Canadian transgender girl in a hostile world. As an activist, psychotherapist, conflict mediator, and spiritual healer, she's always pursued the same deeply personal m…

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Ep. 236: Marc-William Palen - Were There Left-Wing Visions of Free Trade? 1:06:20

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Alex speaks with Marc-William Palen about the evolution of left-wing visions of free trade from the mid-19th century through the Cold War, highlighting key movements and figures like the Anti-Corn Law League, Karl Marx, and the Fair Trade movement, and contrasting these with protectionist and imperialist policies of the era. Episode Notes: Marc-Wil…

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Larisa Garski and Justine Mastin: Caring for Yourself and Your Clients 56:50

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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*The planet is burning and flooding, divisions and conflicts between people are on the rise, and we’re are all processing the collective trauma of a global pandemic. Among therapists and healers, burno…

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Ep. 235: Joanna Baron - Did The Pandemic Undermine Civil Liberties? 59:30

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Matt speaks with Joanna Baron about how government measures during the pandemic undermined civil liberties in North America and beyond. Episode Notes: - Brian Bird's PhD Thesis: https://escholarship.mcgill.ca/concern/theses/4j03d4180 - Fraser Institute: https://www.fraserinstitute.org/ - The Forgotten Fundamental Freedoms - Dwight G. Newman https:/…

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James Canton: On Journeying Into the Landscapes of Our Ancestors 1:04:04

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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*In his latest book, Grounded, James Canton recounts his journey into the places where our ancestors experienced profound emotion—otherwise known as numinous experiences—to help us better understand wh…

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Ep. 234: Jonathan Blanks - What Is Systemic Racism? 1:30:20

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Sabine speaks with Jonathan Blanks about why and how systemic racism exists in society, and what can potentially be done to curb it in various aspects of institutional life. Episode Notes: - The Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity: https://freopp.org/ - An article by Jonathan on defining systemic racism: https://freopp.org/what-systemic-ra…

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Minaa B.: On Moving Past Trauma and Adversity Together 58:08

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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*Healing doesn’t happen in isolation, and one of the best ways to move past individual trauma is through connection and community—healing ourselves and one another.*In this episode, wellness coach and …

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Ep. 233: Kevin Erdmann - Why Are We Afraid Of Building Homes? 1:17:00

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Alex speaks with Kevin Erdmann about how zoning, the 2008 economic crisis, and the desire to live away from "those people" is effecting the state of housing today. Episode Notes: Kevin's page at the Mercatus Centre: https://www.mercatus.org/scholars/kevin-erdmann The Erdmann Housing Tracker: https://kevinerdmann.substack.com/ Kevin on X: https://x.…

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The Complexities of the EU Parliament Elections 46:05

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In this episode of International Horizons, RBI Director John Torpey spoke with Francesco Ronchi and Udo Zolleis, two European Parliament officials and analysts. With the European Parliament elections taking place shortly after we spoke, they share their insights on the direction that politics in Europe may take in the coming months and years, espec…

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Tina Beattie - Language, Desire And Creation In The Context Of Laudato Si 49:09

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For March's CTRS seminar, Tina Beattie (Professor Emerita of Catholic Studies, University of Roehampton), gives a paper on Language, desire, and creation in the context of Laudato Si'.This seminar forms part of the Catholic Theology Research Seminar Series (CTRS). The CTRS is a regular forum for scholarly discussion of pertinent issues in the Catho…

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Alana Harris - Student Power In Christ The Young Christian Students, Race And Liberation Theology 51:46

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For April's CTRS seminar, we were joined by Dr Alana Harris, Reader in Modern British Social, Cultural and Gender History, King’s College London, who will give a paper entitled: ‘Student Power in Christ’: the Young Christian Students, Race Relations and Liberation Theology in Britain after 1968.This seminar forms part of the Catholic Theology Resea…

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