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Root of Conflict

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Public Policy
United States
Africa
Democratic Republic Of the Congo
Transitional Justice
Iran
Colombia
Northern Ireland
Tunisia
Kashmir
India
Colonialism
Human Rights Violations
Gaza Conflict
Ukraine Conflict
Oil (petroleum)
Sierra Leone
Wealth In People
Arab Spring
Conflict Resolution

Why are some places affected by violence and disorder while others enjoy peace and stability? From the University of Chicago Public Policy Podcasts, “Root of Conflict” analyzes violent conflict around the world, and the people, societies, and policy issues it affects. We meet with leading experts to discuss what can be done to create more peaceful societies.We're produced and hosted by Sabrina Bea... more

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In the final episode of the season, we sat down with UChicago's Samuel Fury Childs Daily, who studies militarism and military rule in Africa. We discuss how conflict and military rule shaped post-colonial Nigeria, and the factors that have contribute... more

In this episode, we speak with Katie Tobin, who worked in the NSC in the Biden Administration and the UNHCR before that on a range of migration, refugee and cross-border security issues. We discuss how conflict impacts migration flows to the US and t... more

In this episode, we speak with Chidi Blyden, a former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for African Affairs and former Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Millennium Challenge Corporation on security and development in Africa. We discuss the im... more

In this episode, we share a recent panel at the Harris School of Public Policy on the U.S. intervention in Iran with former White house official and current Cyber Policy Initiative Executive Director, Jake Braun, and University of Chicago professors ... more

In this episode, we speak with Kennette Benedict, a senior advisor to the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists and lecturer at the Harris School of Public Policy on nuclear policy and threats after the expiration of the New START Treaty in February. We ... more

In this episode, we speak with activist and journalist Emma Ashford from the Stimson Center on international security and US foreign policy. We explore what a realist internationalist view of foreign policy might look like, and how Trump's foreign po... more

In this episode, we speak with activist and journalist Emma DeSouza on peacebuilding in Northern Ireland 28 years after the signing of the Good Friday Agreement. We explore what work remains to be done in implementing the agreement, and how to make t... more

In this episode, we share a recent panel at the Harris School of Public Policy on the what comes next for Venezuela with University of Chicago professors Chris Blattman, Ryan Kellogg, and Paul Poast. This discussion touches on plans for the transitio... more

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Katie Tobin
Former senior official involved in migration policy
National Security Council / Biden Administration; UNHCR
Episode: Migration Flows and US Policy Tools | Katie Tobin
Rushikesh Jadhav
Co-interviewer contributing policy/academic perspective
Harris School of Public Policy, University of Chicago
Episode: Migration Flows and US Policy Tools | Katie Tobin
Marina Keller Soto de Melo
Co-interviewer contributing journalism/policy viewpoint
Undisclosed in transcript
Episode: Migration Flows and US Policy Tools | Katie Tobin
Chidi Blyden
Former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for African Affairs; Deputy CEO of Millennium Challenge Corporation
Millennium Challenge Corporation
Episode: Bringing Culture into Development and Security Work in Africa | Chidi Blyden
Paul Poast
Political scientist discussing US-Iran relations and coalitions
World Politics Review / The Atlantic
Episode: Event Recap: Iran and the Logic of Military Intervention: Jake Braun, Paul Poast, and Ryan Kellogg
Ryan Kellogg
Professor of economics discussing energy markets and oil flows
University of Chicago
Episode: Event Recap: Iran and the Logic of Military Intervention: Jake Braun, Paul Poast, and Ryan Kellogg
Jake Braun
Former White House official and executive director of Cyber Policy Initiative
Cyber Policy Initiative / Harris School
Episode: Event Recap: Iran and the Logic of Military Intervention: Jake Braun, Paul Poast, and Ryan Kellogg
Rebecca Wolfe
Moderator and Senior Lecturer
University of Chicago Harris School
Episode: Event Recap: Iran and the Logic of Military Intervention: Jake Braun, Paul Poast, and Ryan Kellogg
Kennette Benedict
Senior advisor to the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists; lecturer on nuclear politics and disarmament
Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists; University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy
Episode: The New Nuclear Age | Kennette Benedict

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Hannah Balikci
Producer and Host, a second-year MPP student at the Harris School of Public Policy

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The New Nuclear Age | Kennette Benedict
Q: Can you briefly explain luncheon warning and what its benefits and dangers imply?
Luncheon warning is a concept where a state anticipates a nuclear strike and may preemptively launch to deter the attacker, boosting perceived credibility of deterrence, but it risks misperception, sensor errors, and catastrophic miscalculations if alerts are false or ambiguous.
Bringing Culture into Development and Security Work in Africa | Chidi Blyden
Q: What optimistic trends do you see for Africa's future?
He highlights Africa's youth bulge as an opportunity for innovation, manufacturing, and leadership, plus the potential for Africa to participate more fully in global markets and governance.
Bringing Culture into Development and Security Work in Africa | Chidi Blyden
Q: What role does resource governance play in conflict and peace?
He discusses natural resources as both national assets and potential drivers of conflict, urging strong institutions, fair deals, and leadership to ensure that resource wealth supports development without entrenching exploitation.
Bringing Culture into Development and Security Work in Africa | Chidi Blyden
Q: What is the balance between development and defense in Africa?
Blyden argues for simultaneous attention to security and development, warning that neglecting either side derails progress and that inclusive coordination across sectors is essential for durable outcomes.
Bringing Culture into Development and Security Work in Africa | Chidi Blyden
Q: What does localized, country-led engagement look like in practice?
He explains replacing Western scripts with local cultural practices, names, and contexts in training, using Boko Haram response as an example to foster relevance and trust among communities.

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Focusing on the interplay between violence, social structures, and policymaking, this series invites leading experts to explore the underlying causes of conflict and how societies can be better equipped for peace. Key topics often include international humanitarian law, human rights, historical narratives of conflict, and the dynamics of political economy. Episodes highlight real-world case studies, such as the situation in North Korea, the complexities of post-conflict Colombia, and discussions about African development, aiming to frame these issues within both academic and practical contexts. The unique aspect lies in the emphasis on blending legal and humanitarian perspectives with lived experiences of those affected by conflict, making ... more

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