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Converging Dialogues

Converging Dialogues
Islam
Vietnam War
Liberalism
Social Media
Anthropology
Ottoman Empire
Philosophy
Russia
Authoritarianism
Psychology
Capitalism
US Foreign Policy
Slavery
Ukraine
Climate Change
Human Rights
Education
Christianity
World War I
Middle East

Converging Dialogues is a podcast that is designed to have honest and authentic conversations with a diversity of thoughts and opinions. Wide-ranging topics include philosophy, psychology, politics, and social commentary. A spirit of civility, respect, and open-mindedness is the guiding compass. convergingdialogues.substack.com

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In this episode, Xavier Bonilla has a dialogue with Adrian Goldsworthy about the history of Athens and Sparta. They provide an overview of Athens and Sparta, Aegean history, and city-states in Ancient Greece. They talk about why tyranny did not work ... more

In this episode, Xavier Bonilla has a dialogue with H.W. Brands about the life of George Washington. They discuss Washington as an enigma, his social and political statue, his upbringing and temperament, and his relationship with his wife and his rel... more

In this episode, Xavier Bonilla has a dialogue with Ayşe Baltacıoğlu-Brammer about belonging among various ethnic and religious groups in the early and middle Ottoman period. They discuss the landscape of religious and sectarian divides in the early ... more

In this episode, Xavier Bonilla has a dialogue with Roderick Beaton about the history of Europe. They discuss how Europe is defined, origins of Europe from ancient Greece, the Roman Empire, Turkey, European history as Christian history, Europe during... more

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Recent Guests

HW. Brands
Bill Brands, historian and Jack Blanton Sr. Chair in History at the University of Texas at Austin
University of Texas at Austin
Episode: #492 - The Life of George Washington: A Dialogue with H.W. Brands
Ayşe Baltacıoğlu-Brammer
Assistant Professor of History and Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies, NYU; author of Boundaries of Belonging
New York University
Episode: #491 - Boundaries of Belonging in the Ottoman Empire: A Dialogue with Ayşe Baltacıoğlu-Brammer
Roderick Beaton
Professor Emeritus at King's College London, historian of Greek and European history
King's College London
Episode: #490 - A New History of Europe: A dialogue with Roderick Beaton
David Stuart
Professor of Mesoamerican Art and Writing; Director of the Mesoamerica Center at the University of Texas at Austin
University of Texas at Austin
Episode: #488 - A New History of the Ancient Maya: A Dialogue with David Stuart
Elizabeth Roberts
Professor of Anthropology at the University of Michigan; author of In Praise of Addiction
University of Michigan
Episode: #487 - In Praise of Addiction: A Dialogue with Elizabeth F. S. Roberts
Elaine Sciolino
Contributing writer and former Paris Bureau Chief for the New York Times
New York Times
Episode: #486 - Adventures in the Louvre: A Dialogue with Elaine Sciolino
Adrian Goldsworthy
Historian and author focused on Roman history
University of Oxford (DPhil); author
Episode: #485 - Augustus: The First Emperor of Rome: A Dialogue with Adrian Goldsworthy
Cristina Florea
Historian and assistant professor of history at Cornell University
Cornell University
Episode: #484 - Borderlands of Bukovina: A Dialogue with Cristina Florea
Sari van Anders
Canada Research Chair in Gender, Sex, and Sexual Diversity at Queen's University
Queen's University
Episode: #482 - Gender/Sex and Sexual Configurations Theory: A Dialogue with Sari van Anders

Host

Xavier Bonilla
Host of Converging Dialogues

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 126 ratings
  • Mediocre at best

    I can tolerate the callow arrogance for some of the guests

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Rich685
    Canada4 months ago
  • Great podcast, great host!

    Love the pod, keep going!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cdbriere
    Canadaa year ago
  • Overall, good show, however…

    …some objectivity lost on the MAGA Red Wave show. The host and guest got very upset with the talk of deportations and the loss of a workforce. Getting rid of illegals affecting the price of things… so as long as you get your cheap services and cheap labour, often trafficked and exploited, that’s okay to have illegals? Wait and see.

    Generally, a good show with objectivity and common sense. Despite the above episode losing some of that - yep, discussed the negatives of the Democrats, but not wit... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    SparkySeal
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Great guests, but

    The host is woefully out of his depth when discussing with the likes of Robert Pippin.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    pancesco
    United States2 years ago
  • Interesting guests. Long-winded and tedious introductions.

    Interesting guests. Long-winded and tedious introductions.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Tseramed_55
    Canada2 years ago

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The show is consistently interesting and informative, with strong guest lineups.
Listeners praise the host's curiosity and ability to draw out diverse, knowledgeable guests.
Some listeners feel introductions can be lengthy, but discussions are deep and thoughtful.

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#486 - Adventures in the Louvre: A Dialogue with Elaine Sciolino
Q: What should returning visitors focus on beyond the Mona Lisa?
Delve into the Richelieu wing for ancient Persian and Mesopotamian collections, explore less crowded rooms to experience a more intimate encounter with the art, and check out the in-house commentary on underrepresented artists, particularly women, to gain new perspectives.
#486 - Adventures in the Louvre: A Dialogue with Elaine Sciolino
Q: What advice would you give a first-time Louvre visitor?
Plan to visit with a flexible strategy, don't rely on the chaotic map, allocate time to explore the Persian/Mesopotamian wings, and consider using the Amie du Louvre membership for easier access on future trips.
#487 - In Praise of Addiction: A Dialogue with Elizabeth F. S. Roberts
Q: What do you see as the core distinction between addiction and dependency, and why is there such disagreement about these terms?
She argues that the boundary between addiction and dependency is culturally and historically contingent, stressing that problems arise when dependences strip away autonomy, and that rethinking these terms can reduce stigma and open up healthier, more contextual approaches.
#487 - In Praise of Addiction: A Dialogue with Elizabeth F. S. Roberts
Q: Before we dive in, could you tell listeners a bit about who you are and how you came to write this book?
Elizabeth explains her role as a university professor researching environmental health, her fieldwork in Mexico City, and how those experiences shaped her approach to addiction, leading to her focus on interdependence and the social meanings of substances.
#482 - Gender/Sex and Sexual Configurations Theory: A Dialogue with Sari van Anders
Q: How has the reception of SCT evolved from the initial publications to today, and what are your observations about its impact outside academia?
Academic reception has been mixed, with more enthusiasm from clinicians and the public; the theory has inspired translations, practical materials for clinicians and educators, and emotional resonance for people who see themselves reflected in science.

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What is Converging Dialogues about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful, long-form interview series exploring a wide range of topics from history and politics to psychology and philosophy, with an emphasis on curiosity, civility, and careful reasoning. Episodes feature deep dives with renowned scholars and writers, offering nuanced perspectives on leaders, empires, social systems, and human behavior, often linking historical context to contemporary questions. The conversations tend to be thorough, accessible, and anchored by a courteous host who draws out practical insights for listeners who value intellectual rigor and well-reasoned debate. A standout aspect is the breadth of guests—from eminent historians to living scholars—delivering rich, interdisciplinary discussions that prize clarity over se... more

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Recent guests on Converging Dialogues include:

1. HW. Brands
2. Ayşe Baltacıoğlu-Brammer
3. Roderick Beaton
4. David Stuart
5. Elizabeth Roberts
6. Elaine Sciolino
7. Adrian Goldsworthy
8. Cristina Florea

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