Roots of Reality

Ben Baumann

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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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Recent episodes

  • #245 When AI Agents Go Rogue with Dr. Ian ReynoldsOct 27, 2026 · 48 min
  • #244 Finding Meaning Beyond Fame and Success with Simon WardOct 22, 2026 · 50 min
  • #243 The Sound of the 60s with Steve BarriOct 10, 2026 · 43 min
  • #242 The Future of Education and AI with Dr. Daniel GrecoAug 9, 2026 · 43 min
  • #241 College Football Then and Now with Todd ReesingJul 11, 2026 · 37 min
  • #240 The History and Transformation of College Sports in AmericaJul 10, 2026 · 10 min
  • #239 The Future of AI with Dr. Sean O hEigeartaighFeb 8, 2026 · 1 hr 3 min
  • #238 Will Humanity Ever Be the Same After AI?Feb 6, 2026 · 9 min
  • #237 Limiting the Influence of Money in Politics with Jeff ClementsDec 22, 2025 · 30 min
  • #236 Does Money Rule the World?Dec 22, 2025 · 12 min

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