In this episode, we explore "Making Home(s) in Displacement," an insightful collection edited by Luce Beeckmans, Alessandra Gola, Ashika Singh, and Hilde Heynen. This compelling volume challenges traditional notions of home by examining how migrants and refugees create and sustain their sense of belonging amidst...
Join us in this episode as we unpack "Global Perspectives on China's Belt and Road Initiative," edited by Florian Schneider. Discover the fascinating interplay of voices and influences that shape this monumental project. We’ll explore how a diverse array of actors—ranging from grassroots organizations to...
Experience the enduring impact of cultural sensitivity in artistic exchange, fostering understanding, dialogue, and innovation across diverse traditions and perspectives....
In this episode, we explore how the First World War transformed East Asia in ways that still resonate today. Based on Frank Jacob’s eye-opening book "East Asia and the First World War," we’ll uncover Japan’s dramatic rise to power during the conflict and the social...
Curious about how ancient empires controlled their people? In this episode, we explore "Creating an Empire of Informers" by Poppy Tushingham, which takes us back to 672 BC when Assyrian King Esarhaddon imposed a shocking system of surveillance. Imagine an empire where everyone, from neighbors...
In this episode, we explore "Broken Narrative: The Politics of Contemporary Art in Albania" by Marco Mazzi and Armando Lulaj, a thought-provoking look at how art and politics intertwine in Albania’s turbulent recent history. Through an in-depth interview with artist Armando Lulaj, we trace the...
In this engaging episode, we delve into Sebastian Coxon's "Beards and Texts," which explores the significant role of beards in medieval German literature from the mid-twelfth to the early sixteenth centuries. Coxon reveals how beards symbolize masculinity and serve as important motifs in discussions of...
Explore the transformative power of public art and social engagement, fostering community cohesion, sparking dialogues, and revitalizing spaces with creativity and collaboration. Discover strategies and future prospects in our latest article....
Join us for an engaging episode as we explore "Barbarian Europe" by Karol Modzelewski, a fascinating examination of the profound yet often overlooked influence of early Germanic and Slavic societies on European culture. While the legacies of the Christian Church and classical antiquity are well-documented,...
In this episode, we explore "Armies and Ecosystems in Premodern Europe" by Sander Govaerts, a thought-provoking examination of the intricate ties between military forces and their environments in historical Europe. Focusing on the Meuse Region, a significant battleground between France and Germany, Govaerts reveals how...