In a new book, an anthropologist reveals the heavy tolls industries have placed on residents in this eastern U.S. city.…
At the Intersection of Sarinah Plaza, Thamrin StreetA poet-anthropologist in Indonesia criticizes extremist militants who use religion to commit violence. “At the Intersection of Sarinah Plaza, Thamrin…
Strange FutureA Nigerian eco-activist and poet wonders what future lies ahead in the face of climate change impacts and resistance to…
The Persistence of Fukushima’s FisherfolkIn a new book, an anthropologist with long-term ties to northeastern Japan shares stories of how fishing communities have continued…
Unearthing Culinary Pasts—With Help From Llama PoopA food archaeologist investigates everyday eating and lean times among the ancient Moche of Peru through a remarkable discovery of…
Slow Death by VolcanoA biocultural anthropologist shares new research on the surprising long-term hazards of volcanoes in Iceland—and how to address them. THE…
Lessons from Human CulturesIn the fifth season of the SAPIENS podcast, listeners will hear a range of human stories: from the origins of…
When Disaster Tests the Strength of Human CooperationIn the Andes, minga, a form of collective labor, has existed for centuries, often helping communities weather disasters. But how…
In Lebanon, Solar Power Is Booming. Why?An anthropologist explores whether Lebanese turning to solar power is a story of resilience, environmental triumph, or something else. ✽…
Should You Feel Bad About Your Pandemic-Era Plastic Waste?Anthropologists in Hong Kong explore how COVID-19 has intensified consumers’ reliance on single-use plastics—revealing the limits of individual action in the face of a global crisis.
