In this Roots of Reality Experiences episode, historian Ben Baumann talks with actor Patrick Gallagher about his journey to becoming a professional actor, the lessons he has learned, and how the film and television industry has changed over time.

Historian Ben Baumann gives a brief history of acting, how it has impacted the world, and why it is so influential in human society.

In this Roots of Reality Experiences episode, historian Ben Baumann and physiologist Dr. Nick Tiller talk about the various myths regarding dieting and exercise, as well as the numerous pseudoscientific products and services being sold today.

Historian Ben Baumann discusses the disturbing societal trends in history that continue to be relevant today. Including things like censorship, political bias, and the moral corruption of companies.

In this Roots of Reality Experiences episode, historian Ben Baumann and economist Dr. Eric Werker discuss the importance of resource led development and economic diversification to a nation's long term economic health.

In this Roots of Reality Experiences episode, historian Ben Baumann discusses climate economics with economist Dr. Alexander Golub about the importance of shifting away from fossil fuels, the consequences if we don't, and the delicate economic balancing act of transitioning to alternative energy sources.

Historian Ben Baumann discusses various economic crises throughout history and why they happened.

In this Roots of Reality Experiences episode, historian Ben Baumann and political scientist Dr. Wendy K. Tam Cho discuss how technology has increased the ability to gerrymander, but also empowers us to combat it.

Historian Ben Baumann talks about the various bad laws throughout history that should not have been made legal, from ancient history to today.

In this Roots of Reality Experiences episode, historian Ben Baumann talks with terrorism expert Dr. Arie Perliger about the rise of far right terrorism, how the internet has changed terrorism, and what society needs to know about modern terrorism.