A poet-anthropologist evokes a popular myth that speaks to the repercussions of—and possibilities of repair from—U.S. violence in the Philippines…
Club-Wielding Ancestors: Myth or Reality?Inspired by pop culture depictions of cavepeople, an archaeologist searches for elusive evidence of ancient wooden clubs. ✽ Growing up…
When Life Imitates Art in UkrainePhotographs from Russia’s war on Ukraine dissolve an archaeologist’s fondness for a Soviet-era sculpture. ✽ On February 24, 2022, the…
Is War Inevitable? Consider the Ancient MayaTwo archaeologists show how investigating tactics, weaponry, and the logistics of battle helps answer questions about social conflict in the…
What Commentators Get Wrong (and Right) About North KoreaAn anthropologist argues that unfair portrayals of North Korea as a hopelessly irrational hermit state has huge implications for policy…
When Women Answer the Call of DutyFrom Syria to Ukraine, the sight of women taking up arms to fight for a cause calls audiences to attention.…
We All Love RosesSAPIENS Poet-in-Residence Jason Vasser-Elong reflects on horrific cycles of violence—and highlights injustices that are often papered over. We All Love…
Haunted by a Secret WarIn a new book of ethnographic fiction on the lingering effects of the United States’ Secret War in Laos, the living must find ways to pacify the ghosts of those who suffered past violence.
The Ukrainian Refugee Crisis’ Double StandardThe warm welcome Ukrainian refugees have received from neighboring European countries contrasts sharply with the punitive treatment of refugees and asylum-seekers from the Middle East and Africa.
5 Questions About War VirtuallyIn this live event, anthropologist Roberto J. González will discuss his new book, War Virtually: The Quest to Automate Conflict, Militarize Data, and Predict the Future.
