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James Joyce
We delve into our archives for a conversation about one of Ireland’s celebrated writer James Joyce. We decode some of the more obscure meanings behind Joyce’s often ambiguous prose and wry humor, and explore what made Joyce so innovative and so controversial.
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A History of U.S.-Israel Relations
Since the founding of the state of Israel in 1948, U.S. presidents have tried a variety of approaches to maintain balanced relations with Israel and the surrounding Arab states. In the years leading up to the Israeli-Hamas war, a series of conflicts have made the attempt particularly challenging.
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Citizens of a Stolen Land: A Ho-Chunk History of the 19th-Century U.S
Explore how Wisconsin’s Ho-Chunk people fought back against devastating attacks on their land and culture
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The Devil’s Element
We can’t exist without phosphorus. Until recently, there was a steady supply because it moved through a cycle, but now that cycle has been broken and what was life-sustaining is becoming scarce and dangerous.
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The Legendary Paul Robeson
Explore why acclaimed African American singer, actor, and activist Paul Robeson became embroiled in controversy and denied a passport.