Best Laura Beyer Podcasts (2024)

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Dr. Elizabeth Comen on the Myths that Have Influenced Malpractice in Women's Healthcare 27:23

1d ago27:23

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For thousands of years, a mix of truth, lies, and down-right myths have shaped medicine’s understanding of the female body. While the modern era has seen progress, Dr. Elizabeth Comen tells us those narratives about women and their bodies continue to shape the care provided women today. Comen is a Medical Oncologist specializing in breast cancer at…

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How a Brush with Death Changed One Man’s Perception of the Afterlife with Sebastian Junger 28:55

8d ago28:55

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As a best-selling author, Sebastian Junger has taken us to sea with an ill-fated fishing boat and, as a documentarian, shown us the reality of war in Afghanistan. But his new book is his most intensely personal, a look at his own health crisis, the near-death experience it triggered, and how it shaped his views on an afterlife. Sebastian Junger is …

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One Immigrant’s Journey from El Salvador to the United States with Javier Zamora 28:33

15d ago28:33

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Immigration remains a hot-button in American politics, but Javier Zamora tells the story of his own entry into the United States—a journey and a story that put a human face on the issue. Zamora is the author of “SOLITO,” his New York Times bestselling memoir and is the 2024 Reading Across Rhode Island Selection. Born in La Herradura, El Salvador in…

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Tricia Rose on Breaking Free from Systemic Racism 27:26

27d ago27:26

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Racism is often described as an individual failing, but Dr. Tricia Rose explains that racism is better understood as the result of a system built over generations and even centuries—and perpetuated by the stories we tell about it today. Rose is the Chancellor’s Professor of Africana Studies and Associate Dean of the Faculty for Special Initiatives,…

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Telling the Story of the World War II Ghost Army with Rick Beyer 28:18

27d ago28:18

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At the height of World War II, American military commanders created a unit dedicated to deception to give Allied forces an advantage on the battlefield. The artists, sound technicians, and radio operators of the so-called Ghost Army remained hidden for decades, but filmmaker Rick Beyer made sure their stories were told. Beyer is a New York Times be…

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The Evolution continues 24:49

1M ago24:49

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The evolution continues in the Becoming Unique. Unique Figueroa goes through a time line of some of the evolution. *correction book release chart was 2022 not 2021For all things Becoming Unique, check out my Linktree Becoming Unique Experience | Instagram, Facebook, TikTok | Linktree

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Parental Activism and the Politicization of Public Schools with Laura Pappano 27:28

1M ago27:28

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Public education has a long and varied history in the United States. But Laura Pappano says the challenges it faces now from parent-activists and partisan politics is unlike anything America’s schools have seen. Pappano is an award-winning journalist and author who has written about K–12 and higher education for over 30 years. A former education co…

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“Brighter Days Ahead” with Theodore Henderson 54:58

2M ago54:58

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Vanessa Lillie on the Historical Erasure of Indigenous People and their Current Representation 27:41

2M ago27:41

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The novelist has a way of exploring issues—putting flesh on bones—to tell stories about people that can educate, inform, sometimes inspire, and often anger. Vanessa Lillie uses that art form to shine a light on challenges facing native communities and native women, in particular. Lillie is the author of the 2023 USA Today bestselling suspense novel…

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The Human Game with Kevin Burk 1:13:24

2M ago1:13:24

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Today Unique Figueroa digs into the value of the Human Game with Kevin Burk. To connect with Kevin go to his website Play the Human GameFor all things Becoming Unique check out my Linktree https://linktr.ee/Becoming_Unique

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Exploring Love and Loss as a Muse with Brian Turner 27:17

2M ago27:17

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The poet’s ability to capture meaning with words has long been one of humanity’s great gifts. Brian Turner has that muse and uses poetry to explore enduring questions of love and loss. Turner is the author of five collections of poetry “Here, Bullet;” “Phantom Noice;” “The Wild Delight of Wild Things;” “The Dead Peasant’s Handbook” and “The Goodbye…

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Meditation for the Real World with Ann Swanson 42:49

2M ago42:49

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Unique Figueroa talks to Ann Swanson about her New Book “Meditation for the real world” This episode holds lots of great tools and information meditation To connect with Ann Swanson, be sure to check out her website https://www.annswansonwellness.com/meditation-for-the-real-world To connect with all things Becoming Unique, be sure to check out the …

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The Contemporary Implications of Europe’s Recent History with Timothy Snyder 28:53

2M ago28:53

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The history of 20th century autocracy seemed to race into the distance with the end of the Cold War. But Dr. Timothy Snyder cautions that in the decades since 1989, the West has seen the rise of new autocratic movements—some in traditional adversaries and some much closer to home. Snyder is the Richard C. Levin Professor of History at Yale Universi…

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Strength Training with Angela Beyer 47:21

2M ago47:21

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Unique Figueroa talks to Angela Beyer about Strength training. To connect with Angela click the link https://www.instagram.com/healthcoachangela

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News Deserts to Media Startups: Ellen Clegg and Dan Kennedy on America’s News Landscape Today 28:03

2M ago28:03

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Thomas Jefferson famously said he’d prefer newspapers without government over government without newspapers. In large parts of the United States today, government exists without independent news sources—undermining accountability and diminishing civic participation. Ellen Clegg and Dan Kennedy tell us that despite these troubling trends, there’s mu…

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FORGIVENESS with guest Yahne Sneed 55:34

2M ago55:34

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Today Unique Figueroa talks with Yahee Sneed about the power of Forgiveness. To connect with Yahne, check out her website yahne sneed (https://www.yahnesneed.com/) To connect with all things Becoming Unique, chrck out the Linktree https://linktr.ee/becoming_unique (https://linktr.ee/becoming_unique) If you loved today’s episode or t his podcast, be…

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Daniel Schulman on the German-Jewish Immigrants who Built the United States’ Modern Financial Systems 28:18

3M ago28:18

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We take for granted that the “immigrant experience” is part of the American story. But in an epic new history Daniel Schulman tells the story of the Jewish immigrants who built some of America’s biggest financial institutions and transformed America. A best-selling author, Schulman is known for his first book, “Sons of Wichita,” a biography of the …

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Discovering your Spiritual team & more with Laura Hoorweg 1:02:21

3M ago1:02:21

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Unique Figueroa talks to Laura About our spiritual team and mediumship. To connect with Laura Hoorweg check out her website https://www.spiritspeaks2.me/ To connect with all things Becoming Unique go to the Becoming Unique Linktree https://linktr.ee/becoming_unique

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Talking Gut Health with Dania Rasutis 42:02

3M ago42:02

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Unique Figueroa Talks to Dania Rasutis about understanding gut health and the tools to start healing. To connect with Dania, check out her website https://www.tabletocrave.com/ For the Full Script website click here https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/drasutis/store-start To connect with all things Becoming Unique, check out my Linktree https://linkt…

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Sacred Geometry with Gail & Gregory Hoag 1:12:20

3M ago1:12:20

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Unique Figueroa talks to Gail and Gregory Hoag about the abc,s Sacred Geometry. To connect with Gail & Gregory Hoag and learn more about their book and products, be sure to check out their website. https://iconnect2all.com/ To connect with all things Becoming Unique, be sure to check out the Becoming Unique Linktree https://linktr.ee/becoming_uniqu…

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Secretary Margaret Spellings on a Path to Bipartisanship in America 27:10

3M ago27:10

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Working together across party lines is anathema to much of political Washington, but Margaret Spellings says doing so is the only way to create solutions that last. A nationally recognized leader in public policy, Spellings serves as President and CEO of the Bipartisan Policy Center. Previously, Spellings was President and CEO of Texas 2036, presid…

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“My name is Love” with Troy Hadeed 56:25

3M ago56:25

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Unique Figueroa has a beautiful Conversation with Troy Hadeed about his book “ My name is Love” To connect with Troy https://troyhadeed.com/

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Pete Hammond on This Year’s Best Picture Nominees and Trends at the Oscars 27:33

4M ago27:33

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Hollywood’s annual night-of-nights is upon us with the Academy Awards around the corner. Pete Hammond helps us take stock of the film industry and the films singled out for their powerful storytelling this year. Hammond, widely considered the pre-eminent awards analyst for film and television, is Deadline’s Awards Columnist covering the Oscar and E…

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“Bitter to Better” with guest Tracy Herbert 56:23

4M ago56:23

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Unique Figueroa has a beautiful conversation with Tracy Herbert about going from Bitter to Better. To connect with Tracy, check out her website https://tracyherbert.com/ To connect with all things Becoming Unique, check out my Linktree @Becoming_Unique's link in bio | Instagram and socials | Linktree (https://linktr.ee/becoming_unique)…

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Kliph Nesteroff on Culture Wars and Why the Problem Isn’t a New One 28:31

4M ago28:31

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It's easy to listen to the news and conclude that we have never been more gripped by the so-called “Culture Wars.” But Kliph Nesteroff argues just the opposite: today’s conflict isn’t a fluke, it’s part of a long history of conflict, controversy and recrimination. Canadian comic Kliph Nesteroff is, according to the New York Times, the “premier popu…

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The Noble Touch with Jeffrey Noble 1:02:59

4M ago1:02:59

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Today Unique Figueroa talks to Jeffrey Noble from The Noble Touch about Pranic Healing and so much more. Be sure to tune in. To connect with the Noble Touch, be sure to check out their website. The Noble Touch (https://www.thenobletouch.org/) or call at 347-240-4940 To connect with all things Becoming Unique, check out the Becoming Unique Linktree …

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Analyzing Historical Race Relations and their Contemporary Implications with Françoise N. Hamlin 28:31

4M ago28:31

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To some, the civil rights era seems like ancient history, but to others, it’s within living memory. Françoise N. Hamlin helps put the history of the era into a broader context about who we are as a people and what it means to be an American. Hamlin is the Royce Family Associate Professor in history and Africana studies at Brown University. Prior to…

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The White Dove method with Nate Zeleznick 1:09:31

4M ago1:09:31

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Today Unique Figueroa talks to Nate Zeleznick from Integrated Ascension Method about the White Dove Method To learn more information and to connect with Nate click this link https://iampure.energy/ To connect with all things Becoming Unique, check out my Linktree https://linktr.ee/becoming_unique

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Suzanne Nossell on the Importance of Being Free to Read 28:47

4M ago28:47

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Free speech is under assault in educational settings, school committees, university boards and political rallies across the United States. Suzanne Nossell warns the danger isn’t just about our access to books and ideas, but to the fundamental human rights and political freedoms we all hold dear. Nossell currently serves as the Chief Executive Offic…

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Learning about Tuning Forks with Amanda Mackay 1:24:00

4M ago1:24:00

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Today Unique Figueroa talks to Amanda Mackay from BIOFIELD Being about Tuning Forks. A beautiful informative conversation. To connect with Amanda or check out all of her offerings including tuning forks, check out her website. Biofield Being | (https://biofieldbeing.com.au/) For all things Becoming Unique, check out my Linktree https://linktr.ee/be…

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Astrology with Audrye Arbe 1:30:15

5M ago1:30:15

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Today Unique Figueroa talks to Audrye Arbe about Astrology To connect with Audrye, give her at call at 1-917-494-0628 or check out Her website audryenow.com

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Discover Scalar Energy with Tom Paladino 42:34

5M ago42:34

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Discover Scalar Energy with Tom Paladino. Be sure to check out the Scalar Energy website http://www.scalarlight.comTo connect with the host Unique Figueroa and discover all things Becoming Unique, check out the Linktree https://linktr.ee/becoming_uniquehttps://youtu.be/L_1CaEwcPqc?si=zGcbhOj2VAnhtfNG. YouTube link…

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Investigating 20th-Century Connections to Partisan Politics and Modern Conservatism with Richard Aldous 28:30

5M ago28:30

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It’s easy to look at American politics, now, and find individuals for whom loyalty to party or an individual leader is the only thing that matters. But Richard Aldous tells us of another time when service to the nation was the highest service in public life. Aldous is the Eugene Meyer Professor of British history and Culture at Bard College and spe…

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Exploring Your HRV (Heart Rate Variability) with Greg Elliott 1:00:40

5M ago1:00:40

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Today on the Becoming Unique Podcast, Unique Figueroa talks to Greg Elliott about HRV. HRV stands for Heart Rate Variability. Tune in to hear all of the amazing information To connect with Greg, check out his website Greg Elliott | How to Improve HRV | HRV Coaching | HRV Therapy (https://www.gregelliott.ca/) To connect with Unique Figueroa, the hos…

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Analyzing American Politics Through a Pop-Culture Lens with Joanna Weiss 27:46

5M ago27:46

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Most who write about politics focus on the horse-race of elections or the specifics of policies. But Joanna Weiss says we should view American politics—especially current American politics—through a pop-culture lens. Weiss is the executive director of the AI Literacy Lab at Northeastern University, a project to connect journalists and technologists…

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Being Clairvoyant with Audrye Arbe 1:21:23

5M ago1:21:23

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Today I talk to Audrey Arbe about Clairvoyance. A beautiful conversation with a lot of beautiful advice from Audrey. To connect with Audrey check out her website Home - AudryeNow (https://audryenow.com/)You can email her at audryenow@gmail.comOr give her a call at +1 (917) 494-0628To connect with Becoming Unique check out the Becoming Unique Linktr…

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Daniel Golden on Preserving Journalism’s Instrumental Role in our Democracy 28:18

5M ago28:18

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There was a time in the United States—not that long ago, actually—when local newspapers played an undisputed positive role in holding people in authority to account. Daniel Golden is a journalist practicing his craft in that great tradition. Golden is a Boston-based senior editor and reporter at ProPublica. He has been instrumental in three Pulitze…

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Naomi Baron on Our Future With AI and Human Creativity 28:24

5M ago28:24

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Writing and creative expression have long been among the defining characteristics of humanity as a species. But Naomi Baron chronicles the rise of artificial intelligence and its myriad abilities to write, to compose, to create—and what it means for our humanity. Baron’s research interests include language and technology, reading, first language ac…

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BioHacking the Mind with Dr. Kyle Daigle 48:21

6M ago48:21

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Today we talk to Dr. Kyle Daigle about bio hacking the mind. Dr. Kyle Daigle is Your Go-To Expert in Neurological Rehabilitation and Childhood Development. To connect with Dr. Kyle Daigle and learn more about what he does, go to his instagram https://instagram.com/dr.kyledaigle (https://instagram.com/dr.kyledaigle)For all things Becoming Unique cli…

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Coming Back to Yourself with guest Camelia Felton 49:36

6M ago49:36

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Becoming Unique talks to Camelia Felton about what us looks like to come back to yourself. A beautiful conversation to start 2024 off To connect with Camelia Felton from Mimi yoga kids check out her website http://mimisyogakids.com/ (http://mimisyogakids.com/) To connect with all things Becoming Unique including the Amazon link to my book “Your Gui…

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Rainer Lohmann on His Research on Toxic Chemicals in Our Environment and Our Future With Them 27:46

6M ago27:46

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Persistent Organic Pollutants: you don’t need a Ph.D. in chemistry to recognize realize they are dangerous. But Dr. Rainer Lohmann has been studying POPs for some time and their danger to the environment and human beings. Lohmann’s research combines marine organic geochemistry and environmental chemistry to study recalcitrant organic compounds, inc…

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The 2023 Story of the Year: The Rise of Artificial Intelligence with Evelyn Farkas 28:01

6M ago28:01

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The year began with chaos in the U.S. House of Representatives and ended much the same. Along the way, we saw technology demonstrate its potential to reshape human productivity and creativity; we have seen wars and violence; and we have worried aloud about the health of American Democracy. Dr. Evelyn Farkas helps us take stock of all of that and na…

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Navigating the Currents of Global Affairs and Domestic Politics with Tom Nichols 28:36

7M ago28:36

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From the violence in the Middle East to the dysfunction in Congress, the world feels increasingly untethered. Tom Nichols spent his early career analyzing threats to American security and now is unapologetic in his warnings about the threats to American democracy. Nichols is an author and a staff writer for The Atlantic. His expertise encompasses a…

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Unraveling the Violence of Jim Crow South with Tananarive Due 27:39

7M ago27:39

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The elements of a scary story might be exotic, super-natural, or even mundane. Tananarive Due weaves all of those things together in an ethereal world of her creation to explore the violence of the Jim Crow South. Due is an award-winning author who teaches Black Horror and Afrofuturism at the University of California-Los Angeles. She is an executiv…

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Navigating the Future: The Global Landscape in 2076 with Thomas Barnett 28:19

8M ago28:19

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Globalization is often portrayed as the bogeyman in American politics. Thomas Barnett credits it with making the world better, more peaceful, and even more equitable. In the future, he argues, it will continue to drive even more profound shifts in the way the world operates—with real challenges for American leadership and security. Barnett is a s…

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Trauma and the Science of Resilience with Jonathan DePierro 28:16

8M ago28:16

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Everyone faces challenges in life, but when those challenges are born of trauma, the challenge to persevere becomes more daunting. Dr. Jonathan DePierro discusses the science of resilience and how we can all thrive in the wake of adversity. DePierro is the Associate Director of the Center for Stress, Resilience and Personal Growth which provides co…

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Navigating Identity and Race Childhood to Adulthood with Nyani Nkrumah 28:55

8M ago28:55

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The transition from childhood to adulthood ushers in a wide variety of difficult questions like who actually loves us, and why. Nyani Nkrumah explores those coming-of-age themes, as well as issues of race, identity, trauma, and who is responsible for the person we actually are. Nkrumah was born in Boston and grew up in Ghana, West Africa and later …

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You are WORTHY 20:40

8M ago20:40

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https://linktr.ee/becoming_unique

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American History Through the Perspective of its Indigenous Inhabitants with Ned Blackhawk 28:36

8M ago28:36

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For too long, the history we’ve considered “America’s” has really just been the history of European conquest. Ned Blackhawk argues that there is no American history without its first, indigenous inhabitants. Blackhawk is a Professor of History and American Studies at Yale. He is the author of “Violence over the Land: Indians and Empires in the earl…

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WHAT ARE YOUR DESIRES 17:34

8M ago17:34

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