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Roots of Reality

A podcast by historian Ben Baumann that uses history from the formation of the universe to the present, illustrating how our world came to be. The podcast provides brief historical summaries of various subjects and features oral history interviews with guest experts who have lived experiences related to the topics discussed. "Billions of years led to you."

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00:58:47

#192 Finding Your Place in Music History with Tony...

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2024/08/23

In this Roots of Reality Experiences episode, historian Ben Baumann speaks with Tony Scalzo about how he and his band Fastball chose their musical style, the popularity of the song "The Way", and the importance of staying grounded in the music industry.Website- https://www.fastballtheband.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/tonyscalzo/ Band Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/fastballtheband/ Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/artist/7FtVJzRtpQpU61nBwB7cKN?autoplay=true YouTube-

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00:52:53

#191 Remembering 90s Music with JR Richards

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2024/08/20

In this Roots of Reality Experiences episode, historian Ben Baumann speaks with JR Richards about the creation of the band Dishwalla, the song "Counting Blue Cars", and the legacy of 90s music. Website- https://www.jrrichardsmusic.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/j.r.richards/ Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/artist/1Uy4mxUjdrSzRTUB7KIgFM?si=59x0rd1lRy6DDHj3_tM0fQ&nd=1&dlsi=7a840c8d7dc34dc8 YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbA5oyz7p7KUawc_PEeVrKg Facebook-

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00:12:02

#190 Pop Culture in the 1990s

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2024/08/20

Historian Ben Baumann talks about growing up in the 1990s, the pop culture of the era, and how the 90s changed the world. Support Roots of Reality on Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=65707335 Follow Roots of Reality on Substack: rootsofreality.com/substack/ Subscribe for email notifications- rootsofreality.com/podcast/ If you like the podcast, leave a review at: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/root…ty/id1466338710 Follow Roots of Reality on Social Media: Facebook-

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00:31:44

#189 Abortion in American Politics with Jessica Waters

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2024/07/30

In this Roots of Reality Experiences episode, historian Ben Baumann speaks with Jessica Waters about how the abortion debate has changed over time, how abortion may impact the 2024 election, and the future of abortion rights.Bio- https://www.american.edu/spa/faculty/waters.cfm Twitter- https://x.com/jessicawatersau?lang=en Support Roots of Reality on Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=65707335 Follow Roots of Reality on Substack: rootsofreality.com/substack/ Subscribe for email notifications-

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00:06:44

#188 The History of Controversial Supreme Court...

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2024/07/29

Historian Ben Baumann talks about the historic US Supreme Court rulings that have divided Americans and why the US Supreme Court remains polarizing today. Support Roots of Reality on Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=65707335 Follow Roots of Reality on Substack: rootsofreality.com/substack/ Subscribe for email notifications- rootsofreality.com/podcast/ If you like the podcast, leave a review at: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/root…ty/id1466338710 Follow Roots of Reality on Social Media: Facebook-

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00:40:08

#187 The Future of the American Political System with...

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2024/07/19

In this Roots of Reality Experiences episode, historian Ben Baumann speaks with Governor Christine Todd Whitman about how politics has changed, the potential impact of the 2024 election, and the future of American democracy.Bio- https://www.christiewhitman.com/ Book- https://www.amazon.com/Its-My-Party-Too-America-ebook/dp/B000OCXHKO?ref_=ast_author_mpb Forward Party- https://www.forwardparty.com/ States United Democracy Center- https://statesuniteddemocracy.org/ Twitter-

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00:12:23

#186 The History of American Presidents Abusing Their...

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2024/07/17

Historian Ben Baumann talks about the various American presidents that have abused their power and how this has continued into the modern era. Support Roots of Reality on Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=65707335 Follow Roots of Reality on Substack: rootsofreality.com/substack/ Subscribe for email notifications- rootsofreality.com/podcast/ If you like the podcast, leave a review at: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/root…ty/id1466338710 Follow Roots of Reality on Social Media: Facebook-

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01:00:44

#185 Astrophysics and Free Will with Dr. Charles Liu

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2024/07/10

In this Roots of Reality Experiences episode, historian Ben Baumann speaks with Dr. Charles Liu about science and philosophy, the free will debate, and what astrophysics can tells us about the question of free will.Bio- https://www.amnh.org/research/staff-directory/charles-liu Book- https://www.amazon.com/Handy-Quantum-Physics-Answer-Book-ebook/dp/B0D6GVKW6C Star Talk- https://startalkmedia.com/bio/charles-liu/ Podcast- https://linkin.bio/theliuniverse/ Twitter-

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00:10:44

#184 The Historical Philosophies That Made Us

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2024/07/09

Historian Ben Baumann talks about the philosophical ideals that have been crucial to modern society and their origins. Support Roots of Reality on Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=65707335 Follow Roots of Reality on Substack: rootsofreality.com/substack/ Subscribe for email notifications- rootsofreality.com/podcast/ If you like the podcast, leave a review at: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/root…ty/id1466338710 Follow Roots of Reality on Social Media: Facebook-

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00:58:43

#183 The Rural Voter with Dr. Nicholas Jacobs

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2024/07/02

In this Roots of Reality Experiences episode, historian Ben Baumann speaks with Dr. Nicholas Jacobs about the nationalization of American politics, the rural urban divide, and the various misconceptions of rural voters.Bio- https://www.colby.edu/people/people-directory/nicholas-jacobs/ Book- https://www.amazon.com/Rural-Voter-Politics-Disuniting-America/dp/0231211589 Support Roots of Reality on Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=65707335 Follow Roots of Reality on Substack:

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00:08:21

#182 The History of Taking American Voters for Granted

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2024/07/01

Historian Ben Baumann talks about the various politicians throughout history who upset voters by ignoring what they think, which would help cost them elections. Support Roots of Reality on Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=65707335 Follow Roots of Reality on Substack: https://rootsofreality.com/substack/ Subscribe for email notifications- rootsofreality.com/podcast/ If you like the podcast, leave a review at: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/root…ty/id1466338710 Follow Roots of Reality on Social

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00:59:18

#181 1980s Music with Robert Holmes

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2024/06/18

In this Roots of Reality Experiences episode, historian Ben Baumann speaks with Robert Holmes about the origins of his 1980s band 'Til Tuesday, the hit song "Voices Carry", and the legacy of 1980s music. Twitter- https://x.com/AdleyRobert Soundcloud- https://soundcloud.com/robert-holmes-7 Support Roots of Reality on Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=65707335 Follow Roots of Reality on Substack: https://rootsofreality.substack.com/ Subscribe for email notifications- rootsofreality.com/podcast/ If

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00:06:33

#180 1980s Nostalgia

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2024/06/18

Historian Ben Baumann talks about the entertainment of the 1980s and its legacy on society today. Support Roots of Reality on Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=65707335 Follow Roots of Reality on Substack: rootsofreality.substack.com/ Subscribe for email notifications- rootsofreality.com/podcast/ If you like the podcast, leave a review at: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/root…ty/id1466338710 Follow Roots of Reality on Social Media: Facebook- www.facebook.com/Roots-of-Reality…=admin_todo_tour Twitter-

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00:34:25

#179 The Animal That Doesn't Age with Dr. Daniel...

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2024/06/05

In this Roots of Reality Experiences episode, historian Ben Baumann speaks with Dr. Daniel Martinez about the potential immortality of hydra, what our species can learn from this, and whether it would be worth living forever.Bio- https://www.pomona.edu/directory/people/daniel-e-martinez Support Roots of Reality on Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=65707335 Follow Roots of Reality on Substack: rootsofreality.substack.com/ Subscribe for email notifications- rootsofreality.com/podcast/ If you like the

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00:11:03

#178 The Historical Quest for Immortality

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2024/05/24

Historian Ben Baumann talks about the historical hope for immortality, the science of death, and how these impact the meaning of our lives.Support Roots of Reality on Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=65707335 Follow Roots of Reality on Substack: https://rootsofreality.substack.com/ Subscribe for email notifications- rootsofreality.com/podcast/ If you like the podcast, leave a review at: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/root…ty/id1466338710 Follow Roots of Reality on Social Media: Facebook-

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00:36:19

#177 Rising Anxiety in America with Dr. Camilo Ortiz

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2024/05/16

In this Roots of Reality Experiences episode, historian Ben Baumann speaks with Dr. Camilo Ortiz about why young people today are more anxious than in the past, how to help kids become less anxious, and the increasing use of medication in society, as well as the rise in students with accommodations. Website- http://www.drcamiloortiz.com/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/DrCamiloOrtiz?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor Open Therapy Institute-

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00:11:19

#176 The History of Mental Disorders

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2024/05/15

Historian Ben Baumann talks about the long historical battle our species has had with mental illness, and the various types that have been prominent in society for thousands of years. Support Roots of Reality on Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=65707335 Follow Roots of Reality on Substack: https://rootsofreality.substack.com/ Subscribe for email notifications- rootsofreality.com/podcast/ If you like the podcast, leave a review at: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/root…ty/id1466338710 Follow Roots of

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01:09:53

#175 The Bipartisan Problem of Misinformation with...

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2024/05/10

In this Roots of Reality Experiences episode, historian Ben Baumann speaks with Dr. Dominik Stecula about why foreign propaganda and conspiracy theories are believed by both the far left and far right, the globalization of misinformation, and why the American political system makes these issues worse. Website- http://www.stecula.com/ Book- https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09M8YD6XW?ref=KC_GS_GB_US Twitter- https://twitter.com/decustecu Support Roots of Reality on Patreon:

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00:10:50

#174 The History of Americans Supporting Authoritarians

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2024/05/07

Historian Ben Baumann talks about the disturbing history of Americans who supported authoritarians for a variety reasons, as well as support for authoritarians today in America. Support Roots of Reality on Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=65707335 Follow Roots of Reality on Substack: https://rootsofreality.substack.com/ Subscribe for email notifications- rootsofreality.com/podcast/ If you like the podcast, leave a review at: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/root…ty/id1466338710 Follow Roots of Reality

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00:26:34

#173 Why Organizations Have Crises with Edward Segal

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2024/04/30

In this Roots of Reality Experiences episode, historian Ben Baumann speaks with Edward Segal about the types of crises that often occur for organizations, the role of ego plays in creating a crisis, and the importance of having a good staff to prevent a crisis. Website- https://edwardsegal.com/ New Book- https://www.whistlestoppolitics.com/ Podcast- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crisis-ahead/id1514212596 Twitter- https://twitter.com/Edwardsegalcom1 Support Roots of Reality on Patreon:

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