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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 Cynthia Paces about the history of Prague. They talk about Prague as the heart of Europe, cultural diversity, and origins of Prague. They discuss Charles IV, Rudolph II, Maria Theresa, and Frantisek... more

In this episode, Xavier Bonilla has a dialogue with Michael Gurven about humans living for seven decades. They discuss our evolution for seven decades, post-reproductive life, healthspan vs. lifespan, subsistence populations, multigenerational cooper... more

In this episode, Xavier Bonilla has a dialogue with John Burt about Lincoln and moral conflict. They discuss Lincoln’s tragic pragmatism for morals and public engagement, on slavery and emancipation, implicit concepts, freedom, moral obsessions, and ... more

In this episode, Xavier Bonilla has a dialogue with Audrey Truschke about the history of India. They discuss India as a subcontinent, the Indus Valley civilization, nomadic to cities and empires, trade, Indo-European language and Sanskrit, Vedas and ... more

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Recent Guests

John Burt
Professor of American Literature at Brandeis University and author of 'Lincoln's Tragic Pragmatism'
Brandeis University
Episode: #448 - Lincoln's Tragic Pragmatism: A Dialogue with John Burt
Audrey Truschke
Professor of South Asian History at Rutgers University and author of India, 5,000 Years of History on the Subcontinent
Rutgers University
Episode: #447 - 5,000 Years of India: A Dialogue with Audrey Truschke
Susannah Wright
Assistant Professor of Classical Studies at Rice University, research focuses on literature, history and culture
Rice University
Episode: #446 - Translating The Aeneid: A Dialogue with Scott McGill & Susannah Wright
Scott McGill
Professor of the Humanities at Rice University, expert on Virgil and Latin poetry
Rice University
Episode: #446 - Translating The Aeneid: A Dialogue with Scott McGill & Susannah Wright
Bernd Roeck
Chair of General and Swiss History of Modern Times at the University of Zurich, author of The World at First Light, A New History of the Renaissance.
University of Zurich
Episode: #445 - A New History of the Renaissance: A Dialogue with Bernd Roeck
Jon Lee Anderson
Author and staff writer for The New Yorker, expert on political violence and revolutionary movements.
The New Yorker
Episode: #444 - The Fall and Rise of the Taliban: A Dialogue with Jon Lee Anderson
John Tolan
Professor of History at the University of Nantes in France, expert in religious and cultural relations between Arab and Latin worlds
University of Nantes
Episode: #443 - A Concise History of Islam: A Dialogue with John Tolan
Laurence Hurst
Professor of Evolutionary Genetics in the Milner Centre for Evolution at the University of Bath, author of 'The Imperfection of Evolution'
University of Bath
Episode: #439 - The Imperfection of Evolution: A Dialogue with Laurence Hurst
Georgios Varouxakis
Professor of the History of Political Thought and Co-Director of the Center for the Study of History of Political Thought and Intellectual History
Queen Mary-University of London
Episode: #437 - How We Got "The West:" A Dialogue with Georgios Varouxakis

Host

Xavier Bonilla
Host of a dialogue-driven podcast that encourages honest conversations across diverse topics, including philosophy, politics, and social commentary.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 113 ratings
  • Great podcast, great host!

    Love the pod, keep going!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cdbriere
    Canada3 months 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 Kingdoma year 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 Statesa year ago
  • Interesting guests. Long-winded and tedious introductions.

    Interesting guests. Long-winded and tedious introductions.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Tseramed_55
    Canadaa year ago
  • Unbelievable

    Heard your interview with Katja Hoyer, definite intellectual mismatch. Not even basic research done, an astonishing level of ignorance

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    bezosbollix
    Irelanda year ago

Listeners Say

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Some critique the host's depth of understanding on certain topics, reflecting a desire for more robust dialogue in specific episodes.
Listeners appreciate the intellectual depth of discussions and the diversity of topics covered.
Overall, the approach towards civil discourse is well-received, though a few express concerns about certain biases or perspectives presented.
Many find the guests to be knowledgeable and the conversations stimulating, prompting further thought.

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#445 - A New History of the Renaissance: A Dialogue with Bernd Roeck
Q: How did the art of the Renaissance evolve and what were some motivations behind it?
Artists sought to create naturalistic forms and explore new techniques, driven by competition and the desire to reflect their culture and status.
#445 - A New History of the Renaissance: A Dialogue with Bernd Roeck
Q: How did the Renaissance give rise to modernity?
The Renaissance was essential for the scientific revolution and industrialization, allowing new ideas, inventions, and democratic principles to develop, influencing the modern world significantly.
#443 - A Concise History of Islam: A Dialogue with John Tolan
Q: How has contemporary Islam been influenced by historical events and interpretations?
Tolan notes the significant influence of Wahhabism in the 18th century and its repercussions on modern Islamic identity and practices.
#443 - A Concise History of Islam: A Dialogue with John Tolan
Q: What role did the Umayyad and Abbasid caliphates play in the development of Islam?
Tolan discusses how the Umayyads established the legal status of Muslims and non-Muslims, while the Abbasids brought a multicultural and intellectual flourishing to Baghdad.
#443 - A Concise History of Islam: A Dialogue with John Tolan
Q: How do you view the historical overview of Islam and its cultural evolution?
Tolan emphasizes how Islam has different forms and interpretations, which shape its understanding and practice across cultures.

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1. John Burt
2. Audrey Truschke
3. Susannah Wright
4. Scott McGill
5. Bernd Roeck
6. Jon Lee Anderson
7. John Tolan
8. Laurence Hurst

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