Humankind on Public Radio

Humankind on Public Radio


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The Christmas Truce
December 25, 2023

Over a century later, we recall the remarkable Christmas Truce that spontaneously occurred contrary to orders among opposing troops in the frozen WWI battlefield of Flanders, Belgium. To see addit

The Illumination of Rumi
December 21, 2023

To the astonishment of publishers, Jalaluddin Rumi has become the best-selling poet in America. Rumis sensational popularity is notable not only because of its contentan intoxicated, rapturous love

Reclaiming the Holidays
December 18, 2023

Author Annie Leonard, whose film The Story of Stuff has had over 10 million hits online, discusses ways to reduce the huge environmental toll from holiday-related purchases, but still connect with l

High School Pressure Cooker
December 14, 2023

This episode examines the level of stress experienced by many secondary school students in America. We probe the causes and effects. And we look at positive coping skills kids can learnand ideas on h

Proverbial Wisdom
September 14, 2023

Elementary school students learn about ethics, language and common sense when a folklorist leads them through a fascinating exploration of age-old wisdom sayings and their relevance to everyday life.

Interfaith Understanding on Campus
September 07, 2023

We hear from chaplains and students on a college campus (Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennesee) with a long tradition of promoting dialogue among various groups. To view additional resources fo

Free Time/Free People
September 06, 2023

Overworking has become a cultural norm in Rabbi Arthur Waskows opinion. Waskows coalition Free Time/Free People is spearheaded by members of various faiths, and insists that a workable culture mus

Connections that Heal
August 31, 2023

At the typical nursing station of todays hospitals, it can sometimes seem like high-tech medical machinery supersedes a personal connection between the patient and nurse or other health care professi

Listeners, Pt2
August 24, 2023

What does it mean to set aside ones own agenda and truly focus on another person, perhaps someone who is suffering?

Listeners, Pt1
August 17, 2023

Theres a kind of mystery in sitting calmly, patiently, attentively and tuning into someone elses personal story and life journey. In this special program, youll hear the reflective insights of peop