Episodes: 101
Frequency: Every two weeks
Rating: 4.9/5.0
Estimated listeners: 10,000 - 100,000
Gender skew: Neutral
Listener location: USA
YouTube: 224 subscribers
Instagram: 25.0k followers
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Alli Roper - World history teacher and storyteller who explains global history and its connections to current events in accessible, compact episodes.
Cadie Hopkins - Global Citizenship, Broadening Perspectives, And Becoming A More Thoughtful Global Thinker.
Megan Jaffer - Global Citizenship, Broadening Perspectives, And Becoming A More Thoughtful Global Thinker.
Sarah Scully - Global Citizenship, Broadening Perspectives, And Becoming A More Thoughtful Global Thinker.
105. Seven Books From Around the World (And Why You Should Read Them)
October 12, 2026
These are seven of my favorite books from around the world. They’re the ones that changed how I see history, other cultures and people. Some are funny, some are hopeful, and a few are honestly hard to read. But almost all of them are true stories about ordinary people holding on to their humanity, and to each other, in extraordinary circumstances. To get links to each book, plus two other books I hope people will read, head to Patreon.com/wiserworldpodcast. You'll also get ad-free episodes...
104. Warning Signs of Authoritarianism
September 30, 2026
Here's the goal of this episode: to give you a practical framework for recognizing the patterns that can weaken a democracy before the answer becomes obvious. Because these days, authoritarianism often doesn't arrive with tanks in the streets or a coup. Often it develops gradually, through elections, legal changes, weakened institutions, and leaders who argue that the normal rules are getting in the way. In this episode, we look at warning signs of authoritarianism through stories from Peru,...
103. Seven Questions to Ask About Any Democracy
September 14, 2026
If a country holds elections, does that make it a democracy? Not necessarily. In this episode, we look beyond the ballot box and explore seven principles that help make democratic government actually democratic: popular sovereignty, real elections, limits on power, the rule of law, legitimate political opposition, access to independent information, and the peaceful transfer of power. We’ll also confront one of democracy’s longest-running questions: Who counts as “the people”? This episode...
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Wiser World typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Subject-matter expertise in world history, a specific country or culture, global citizenship, or international affairs; public educators, regional specialists, and podcast creators are credible fits. Common among recent guests: Hosting or contributing to an established podcast; Demonstrated expertise in a particular region, culture, or historical subject; Public-facing educational or cultural work. Recent guests include Cadie Hopkins, Megan Jaffer, and Sarah Scully.
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