In this Roots of Reality Experiences episode, historian Ben Baumann speaks with Jeff Asher about the complexities of crime data, the challenges of solving crimes, and how to prevent crime.

Historian Ben Baumann talks about the history of crime going back to the ancient world, crime rates historically, and how crimes are punished.

In this Roots of Reality Experiences episode, historian Ben Baumann speaks with Ambassador William Taylor about his work helping former Soviet states build democracies and a historical overview of Ukraine.

Historian Ben Baumann talks about the historical use of false flag operations by authoritarians to justify the invasion of other nations, as well as the use of false flag operations in the modern era.

In this episode of Roots of Reality Experiences, historian Ben Baumann speaks with Ambassador Steve Pifer about U.S., Russian, and Ukrainian relations during his career and how U.S.-Russia relations have evolved over time.

Historian Ben Baumann looks at how appeasement has influenced history, including the League of Nations, and the broader lessons it offers.

In this Roots of Reality Experiences episode, historian Ben Baumann speaks with Dr. Chris French about the psychology of belief, what sleep paralysis is, and his new book: The Science of Weird Shit.

Historian Ben Baumann talks about sleep, why it is important, as well as the historical beliefs that societies have had about dreams.

In this Roots of Reality Experiences episode, historian Ben Baumann speaks with Dr. Os Schmitz about why some animals are adjusting to climate change better than others, how people can improve biodiversity in their communities, and why there is hope for wildlife.

Historian Ben Baumann talks about the major mass extinctions throughout Earth's history and the issue of global warming today.