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Disrupting Peace

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Disrupting Peace explores why peace hasn’t worked, and how it still could. In each episode, Bridget Conley, research director at the World Peace Foundation, speaks with a researcher specializing in one obstacle to peace, and an activist who’s changing systems from the ground up. Together they explore what worked, what didn’t, and why we shouldn’t give up.

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We’ve all heard the phrase “toxic masculinity”. In this episode, we explore why this isn’t the most helpful concept, and more importantly, how healthy masculinity can increase peace.

We dig into what we can learn from successful interventions in Bra... more

How can we make the world a more peaceful place for children?

In this episode, we look at the impact that experiencing violence has on children…sometimes before they - or their parents - are even born. We’ll learn about how war impacts DNA over gen... more

How do Gen Z Americans feel about democracy? The short answer: overall they believe in its principles, but don’t feel it’s working for them. In this episode, we explore unique ways that Gen Z is engaging in democracy (and not engaging), and what peop... more

How can someone help their neighbors and community when a war breaks out? Today we’re seeing what we can learn from mutual aid efforts in Sudan.

Omar al-Bashir ruled Sudan for three brutal decades, from 1989 until he was overthrown by a peaceful rev... more

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Recent Guests

Gary Barker
Founder and CEO of Equimundo Center for Masculinities and Social Justice
Equimundo
Episode: Breaking out of the “Man Box”
Caroline Ferraz Ignacio
International development expert focused on gender equity and social inclusion
Instituto Promundo
Episode: Breaking out of the “Man Box”
Catherine Panter-Brick
Professor of Anthropology, Health, and Global Affairs at Yale University
Yale University
Episode: First Steps to a Peaceful Childhood for All
Susan Bissell
Visiting scholar and senior fellow at the FXB Centre for Health and Human Rights at Harvard University
Harvard University
Episode: First Steps to a Peaceful Childhood for All
Omima Jabal
Leader in the Emergency Response Rooms in Sudan's capital of Khartoum
Episode: Learning from Mutual Aid Efforts in Sudan
Alex de Waal
Executive Director of the World Peace Foundation and expert on the Horn of Africa
The World Peace Foundation
Episode: Learning from Mutual Aid Efforts in Sudan
Naomi Boase
Tufts University's first Inclusive and Restorative Dialogues Program Director, providing DEI consultations and trainings for over 10 years.
Tufts University
Episode: Why Listening is the First Step to Peace
Jonathan Tirrell
Director of the Generous Listening and Dialogue Initiative at Tufts University, studying positive youth development.
Tufts University
Episode: Why Listening is the First Step to Peace
Gregory Warner
Peabody Award-winning journalist with extensive experience reporting on USAID
Episode: Bonus: A nuanced conversation about USAID (Making Peace Visible)

Host

Bridget Conley
Research Director at the World Peace Foundation, emphasizing peace-building and humanitarian issues.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 13 ratings
  • Great inaugural season

    Really enjoyed the first season of the Disrupting Peace podcast. Interesting and knowledgeable guests with great incites and perspectives. Engaging discussion on very important topics that should be on everyone’s radar. Host Bridget Conley asks great questions and keeps the conversation moving so that it is both compelling and entertaining. Looking forward to the next season!

    Apple Podcasts
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    LisaAveM
    United States9 months ago

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The host is commended for skillfully guiding conversations and fostering a dynamic that keeps the audience engaged.
The inquiry into various obstacles to peace is seen as both timely and essential, resonating with those invested in social justice and change.
Listeners appreciate the engaging discussions and knowledgeable guests that provide insightful perspectives on complex issues.

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First Steps to a Peaceful Childhood for All
Q: What do we need to do in our lifetime to create programs that prioritize the health and well-being of all children?
Susan stresses the importance of robust social welfare and education budgets that prioritize children, and Catherine believes in continued investment in early childhood development.
First Steps to a Peaceful Childhood for All
Q: What effective, positive intervention can you suggest to support young children?
Susan shares her experience in Sri Lanka where community-based rehabilitation helped a disabled boy, emphasizing that supporting family and caregivers is vital for children's safety.
First Steps to a Peaceful Childhood for All
Q: Catherine, why did you make children the focus of your career?
Catherine highlights that working with Afghans revealed it was hope for the future, not trauma, that influenced mental health, leading her to realize addressing children's needs is crucial for peace.
Why Listening is the First Step to Peace
Q: Can you give us an example of practical listening?
Creating a safe space and utilizing group agreements can enable deeper listening and understanding between diverse individuals.
Why Listening is the First Step to Peace
Q: What gets in the way of listening?
Shame and loyalty to past ideas can prevent open listening, as people may fear being wrong or confronting their own biases.

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What is Disrupting Peace about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A series that investigates the complexities surrounding peace, drawing on the insights of both researchers and activists. Each episode focuses on particular obstacles to achieving peace, discussing practical examples of successful and failed initiatives. By featuring diverse perspectives, the series ultimately aims to illuminate paths forward while fostering an understanding of the systemic challenges that impede peace-building efforts. Key themes include the intersection of political systems and activism, historical reflections on peace efforts, and discussions on rights, social justice, and the implications of governmental policies on humanitarian conditions.

Listeners can expect engaging conversations that tackle pressing issues such as... more

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2. Caroline Ferraz Ignacio
3. Catherine Panter-Brick
4. Susan Bissell
5. Omima Jabal
6. Alex de Waal
7. Naomi Boase
8. Jonathan Tirrell

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