A non-religious exploration of pornography's harmful effects, debunking myths and offering insights for individuals and relationships seeking authentic intimacy.
This episode explores the historic debate between Booker T. Washington and W.E.B. Du Bois, examining their competing visions for Black advancement—economic self-improvement versus immediate civil rights—and how their philosophies continue to shape racial justice discussions today.
Raw, honest essays exploring taboo topics like addiction, infertility, and sexual violence through one woman's deeply personal experiences.
Riveting account of pioneering anthropologists who challenged racial and cultural prejudices, reshaping our understanding of human diversity.
A gripping memoir of escape from abuse and oppression, finding freedom and faith beyond cultural constraints.
Explores how lying is fundamental to human nature, examining deception's role in evolution, society, and personal relationships.
A captivating exploration of how the humble cod shaped human history, economies, and cultures across the globe.
Explore how southeast Michigan's scrappy independent wrestling scene thrives on authenticity and humor, from legendary promotions to modern podcasting empires that prove laughter is wrestling's secret weapon.
Groundbreaking philosophical work proposing principles for a just society through the lens of social contract theory.
A gripping tale of addiction, love, and self-destruction set against the backdrop of 19th-century European gambling culture.
A compelling exploration of modern eating habits, their global impact, and how we can transform our relationship with food.
A provocative exploration of alcohol's role in human evolution, creativity, and social bonding throughout history and civilization.
Society's misfit finds perfect harmony in convenience store rhythms.
Lena and Eli explore Pakistan's governance challenges through expert analysis, examining how institutional decay has undermined democracy and what reforms could rebuild trust between citizens and the state.
A gripping memoir of a forensic investigator's relentless pursuit of justice, solving notorious cold cases like the Golden State Killer.
Explores the psychology of morality and proposes utilitarianism as a solution to conflicts between different moral tribes.
A raw, poignant memoir exploring homelessness, addiction, and a son's complex relationship with his estranged, troubled father.
Exploring how constructed languages like Esperanto connect to Rick Riordan's magical world where ancient Egyptian words hold divine power. A fascinating journey through language, mythology, and global communication.
