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Roots of Reality

Ben Baumann

Booking Overview

History-focused interview and solo-expert podcast that places current issues, technology, education, sports, and lived experience in long-term historical context, with recurring conversations featuring academics, subject-matter experts, and notable individuals with relevant firsthand experience. Agencies could credibly pitch historians, university scholars, AI and education experts, and accomplished former athletes or other people with distinctive lived experience; booking difficulty is medium because guests generally need recognized expertise or a compelling professional record, but the show is not limited to major celebrities.

Metrics

Episodes: 243

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 1.2k subscribers

Instagram: 7.6k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

rootsofreality13.8@gmail.com

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Host

Ben Baumann - Historian who examines subjects from the formation of the universe to the present and connects contemporary issues to broader historical developments.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Recognized academics, historians, and subject-matter experts, along with accomplished professionals or public figures who have relevant firsthand experience with the topic under discussion.
Required Achievements:  
University-level teaching or research, Established expertise in artificial intelligence, philosophy, education, or history, A distinguished professional or athletic career with relevant firsthand experience

Recent Guest Discussions

Dr. Daniel Greco - Artificial Intelligence, Philosophy, Education, AI Model Training, And The Implications Of AI For Knowledge.

Todd Reesing - His College Football Career, Leadership At Kansas, And How College Football Has Changed Over Time.

Dr. Sean O hEigeartaigh - The Rapid Rise Of Artificial Intelligence, AI Myths And Risks, And The Possibility That It Represents A Turning Point In Human History.

Recent Topics

History, World History, Artificial Intelligence, Education, College Sports

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Roots of Reality
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#243 The Sound of the 60s with Steve Barri

October 10, 2026

Historian Ben Baumann speaks with legendary songwriter and record producer Steve Barri about his role in shaping the sound of the 1960s, the stories behind iconic songs like *Secret Agent Man* and *Eve of Destruction*, and his work producing The Grass Roots and signing bands like Steppenwolf and Three Dog Night. They also discuss what made the 1960s music scene so unique, the unpredictable nature of creating hit songs, and how the music industry has evolved with the rise of new technologies a...

#242 The Future of Education and AI with Dr. Daniel Greco

August 09, 2026

Historian Ben Baumann speaks with Yale philosophy professor Dr. Daniel Greco about how artificial intelligence is changing philosophy and education, the process of training AI models, and why he does it. They also discuss the implications of AI for education, the concerns surrounding the technology, and what this historic moment means for the future of knowledge.

#241 College Football Then and Now with Todd Reesing

July 11, 2026

Historian Ben Baumann speaks with former Kansas quarterback Todd Reesing about his college football career, the experience of leading one of the most successful teams in Kansas history, and how the game has changed over time.

Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with Roots of Reality?

Roots of Reality is hosted by Ben Baumann. Its publicly listed email is rootsofreality13.8@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Roots of Reality?

The publicly listed email for Roots of Reality: rootsofreality13.8@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Roots of Reality have?

Podseeker estimates Roots of Reality reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Roots of Reality?

Roots of Reality typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Recognized academics, historians, and subject-matter experts, along with accomplished professionals or public figures who have relevant firsthand experience with the topic under discussion. Common among recent guests: University-level teaching or research; Established expertise in artificial intelligence, philosophy, education, or history; A distinguished professional or athletic career with relevant firsthand experience. Recent guests include Dr. Daniel Greco, Todd Reesing, and Dr. Sean O hEigeartaigh.

How hard is it to get booked on Roots of Reality?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Roots of Reality cover?

Recent episodes cover History, World History, Artificial Intelligence, Education, and College Sports. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

rootsofreality13.8@gmail.com

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