Historian Ben Baumann discusses the history of terrorism, why it happens, why some people become terrorists, and the most common cause of global terrorism today.

In this Roots of Reality Experiences episode, historian Ben Baumann talks to professional singer Chad Wolf about his journey from humble beginnings to making it in the music business and what it has taught him about life.

Historian Ben Baumann discusses the history of various forms of entertainment and the challenges of an increasing amount of access to entertainment in modern society.

In this Roots of Reality Experiences episode, historian Ben Baumann talks with archaeologist Dr. David S. Anderson about his work combatting the popularity of various pseudoarchaeological beliefs, why such beliefs don't meet archaeological standards, and how the public can learn more about the difference between archaeology and pseudoarchaeology.

Historian Ben Baumann discusses the various types of pseudohistory historically, why pseudohistory it exists, and what to make of it.

In this Roots of Reality Experiences episode, historian Ben Baumann talks with planetary habitability expert Dr. James Kasting about his work on the search for life beyond Earth, its challenges, and what can be done to increase our chances of finding it.

Historian Ben Baumann discusses the early historical thought regarding extraterrestrial life, how the search for extraterrestrial life has developed over time, and what we know about the potential for extraterrestrial life today.

In this Roots of Reality Experiences episode, historian Ben Baumann talks with public policy expert Dr. Charles Wheelan about political polarization in the United States of America, his efforts to fix it, and what the public can do to improve politics.

Historian Ben Baumann discusses the major causes of political polarization throughout history, as well as breaks down why political polarization occurs today and what are some of the most politically polarizing topics today.

In this Roots of Reality Experiences episode, historian Ben Baumann talks with former American football star Brandon Lloyd about his journey to the NFL, what it is like playing in the NFL, and what it takes to become a professional athlete.