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New Books in Genocide Studies

Marshall Poe
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Babyn Yar
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Even those who do not know much Yiddish have probably heard the word “shtetl,” but what does that word mean exactly? Can we just say that it was a small town in Eastern Europe with a lot of Jews—and leave it at that? Or was the shtetl that nostalgic ... more

Cindy Schweich Handler’s work has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Newsweek, Redbook, The Huffington Post, and a host of other national publications. She is a former editor and writer for the USA Today Network.

A German Jew’s Tri... more

Lethal Elites: The Institutions and Professionals That Made the Holocaust Possible (Bloomsbury, 2025) is an eye-opening book highlights the role of elites in constructing systems of persecution and extermination during the Holocaust. Being highly ed... more

The violence of colonial wars between 1890 and 1914 is often thought to have been uniquely shaped by the nature of each of the European empires. The Colonial Way of War: Violence and Colonial Warfare in the British, German and Dutch Empires, c. 1890-... more

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Recent Guests

Richard Fernandez
Co-author of Lethal Elites
Bloomsbury
Episode: Alex Alvarez and Richard R. Fernandez, "Lethal Elites: The Institutions and Professionals That Made the Holocaust Possible" (Bloomsbury, 2025)
Alexa Hagerty
Author of Still Life with Bones, focusing on genocide and forensics
Crown Publishing
Episode: Alexa Hagerty, "Still Life with Bones: Genocide, Forensics, and What Remains" (Crown, 2023)
Jürgen Zimmerer
Professor of Global History and head of the Research Center Hamburg's Postcolonial Legacy at the University of Hamburg
University of Hamburg
Episode: Jürgen Zimmerer, "Memory Wars: New German Historical Consciousness" (Reclam Verlag, 2023)
Lisa Silverman
Professor of History and Jewish Studies at the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Episode: Lisa Silverman, "The Postwar Antisemite: Culture and Complicity After the Holocaust" (Oxford UP, 2025)
Anna Hájková
Researcher in modern continental European history and director of the European History Research Center at the University of Warwick.
University of Warwick
Episode: Anna Hájková, "People without History are Dust: Queer Desire in the Holocaust" (U Toronto Press, 2025)
Adam Jones
Professor of Political Science at the University of British Columbia at Okanagan, influential writer and researcher in genocide studies.
University of British Columbia
Episode: Adam Jones, "Sites of Genocide" (Routledge, 2022)
Zumretay Arkin
World Uyghur Congress advocate
World Uyghur Congress
Episode: Radio ReOrient 13.4: “The Repression of the Uyghurs,” with Zumretay Arkin, hosted by Claudia Radiven and Marchella Ward
Elizabeth Hyman
Author and historian specializing in Holocaust history
HarperCollins
Episode: Elizabeth R. Hyman, "The Girl Bandits of the Warsaw Ghetto: The True Story of Five Courageous Young Women Who Sparked an Uprising" (Harper, 2025)
Hamid Dabashi
Scholarly author focused on genocide studies and cultural criticism
Episode: Hamid Dabashi, "After Savagery: Gaza, Genocide, and the Illusion of Western Civilization" (Haymarket, 2025)

Hosts

Marshall Poe
Founder and editor of the New Books Network, known for facilitating academic discussions across various topics.
Kelley McFall
Host of New Books in Genocide Studies at the New Books Network, with expertise in historical narratives surrounding genocide.
Chella Ward
Co-host contributing to discussions on genocide-related topics, often emphasizing human rights issues.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 83 ratings
  • What about Palestine?

    Nothing on the Palestine situation? Different voices (serious ones) claim they are the victims of a genocide in slow motion… no episodes on this??? Unfollowing the show… 🫤

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    PabXXIII
    India2 years ago
  • Am Yisrael Chai!!

    Love this pod.

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    CrinsDawg
    Canada2 years ago
  • Excellent podcast

    Really interesting podcast and the host is excellent. The subject matter is pretty grim, obviously, but I’ve learnt so much. I’ve especially learnt a lot from your series on Indonesia.

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    5
    emma33
    Australia3 years ago
  • Palestinian Human Right Violations

    It’s so surprising that no one has talked about the human right violations happening In Palestine . I highly suggest someone can discuss Israel Atrocities And crimes against humanity . I think someone has to scrutinized the laws that exist in Israel , the law in Israel are legalized to protect the Zionist regime . The law in Israel is to protect Zionist their crimes to steal, to kill to exist and legalized taking over the land of Palestine . The crimes they have are piling and justice are not ... more

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    cantevenusename
    Canada5 years ago
  • Fascinating stuff

    No its not sad, Yes is is informative & so easy to absorb the historical learnings from this mind opening collection. I listen to several episodes over & over so packed are they with facts, details & the emotional biographic memoirs of the witnesses to genocide workdwide. Simply avery special collection that enlightens by listening.

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    traceyInDuin
    Ireland5 years ago

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The Shtetl: Myth and Reality with Samuel Kassow
Q: Where do you recommend that listeners, that viewers go to learn more about this topic?
There are resources like the YIVO Encyclopedia, PBS programs, the National Yiddish Book Center, and self-paced online classes.
Cindy Schweich Handler, "A German Jew's Triumph: Fritz Oppenheimer and the Denazification of Germany" (McFarland, 2025)
Q: What did you want readers to learn, discover or question when you were writing this book?
To illustrate that individuals can make choices that affect their future, even in dark circumstances, and to encourage readers to reflect on their own potential in similar situations.
Cindy Schweich Handler, "A German Jew's Triumph: Fritz Oppenheimer and the Denazification of Germany" (McFarland, 2025)
Q: How does personal proximity shape your research and writing process?
Cindy found it easier to write without preconceived notions, as she knew little about Fritz before starting her research; using primary sources allowed her to create a fuller picture of his life.
Cindy Schweich Handler, "A German Jew's Triumph: Fritz Oppenheimer and the Denazification of Germany" (McFarland, 2025)
Q: How was it to start writing about it after you discovered all those treasures that for a while you didn't even want to pay attention to?
It was a discovery of significant historical documents and an exploration of Fritz Oppenheimer's complex life that sparked a desire to learn more about his character and experiences.
Alexa Hagerty, "Still Life with Bones: Genocide, Forensics, and What Remains" (Crown, 2023)
Q: What is a site where bodies are being exhumed?
Alexa describes that the conditions for sites vary significantly and involves identifying mass graves through various means.

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This podcast offers a platform for scholars to share their research on genocide studies, enabling in-depth discussions focused on various aspects of genocides and related historical contexts. Episodes often feature authors discussing their newly published books, which tackle themes such as historical memory, trauma, and the socio-political nuances surrounding genocides in different settings, including the Holocaust, colonial atrocities, and contemporary issues like the Uyghur crisis. The emphasis on scholarly perspectives encourages a deeper understanding of the implications of genocide and its representation in society, making the content particularly relevant for listeners who seek to engage critically with historical and current events r... more

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