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What was New Imperialism? Whom did it benefit, and how? In A People’s History of the United States, historian Howard Zinn discusses how and why the US became an empire in the chapter “The Empire and the People.” He argues that this “New Imperialism” accomplished the goals of the elites. Keep reading to understand Zinn’s argument.
What are common Halloween rituals? How is Halloween celebrated differently in certain cultures? In an episode of Bad Friends, Andrew Santino and Bobby Lee dive into the different Halloween traditions they had growing up. Their discussion includes a look at other cultures that don’t necessarily celebrate Halloween with great importance. Let’s look at Santino and Lee’s interpretation of Halloween during their respective childhoods.
What is artificial general intelligence? Is AGI possible? Does it pose a threat to humans? Artificial general intelligence (AGI) is a machine intelligence that understands the world as well as humans do. Hopes and fears about artificial intelligence reaching superhuman levels of skill or giving us a society run by robots are all predicated on the idea that we can build a type of AI that’s still hypothetical. Here’s a look at what AGI is, and if it could be dangerous.
How did the US involvement in Vietnam turn into a full-scale war? What tactics did the US employ? In what ways did the anti-Vietnam War movement gain momentum in the US? In the chapter “The Impossible Victory: Vietnam” of his book A People’s History of the United States, Howard Zinn details the complexities of the Vietnam War. He sheds light on the significant role of the draft in shaping public sentiment and resistance movements. Continue reading to get a people’s history of the Vietnam War.
What are the highlights of Stephen Curry’s charity work? What is Unanimous Media’s mission? On the Smartless podcast, Stephen Curry chats with the hosts about his charitable foundations and media company. His mission is to inspire younger generations to pursue their passions, while also helping them build a community. Learn more about Curry’s philanthropic efforts that he pursues when he’s not playing basketball.
Looking for East Palestine, Ohio train derailment updates? How are the cleanup efforts going? How was the local community affected? A year after a catastrophic train derailment in Ohio led to a massive chemical spill, clean-up efforts are nearing conclusion—but health concerns linger. While government officials assert that the environment is safe, some East Palestine residents remain concerned. Below is a look at the steps that have been taken to manage the derailment fallout and a look at the regulatory actions that have been implemented since.
How did the Civil Rights Movement differ from the Black Power Movement? How did violent white supremacist suppression impact the progress and goals of both movements? In A People’s History of the United States, historian Howard Zinn explores the Black Power and Civil Rights movements. He highlights their distinct approaches to achieving racial equality amid systemic oppression and violent white supremacist backlash. Keep reading to learn about the Black Power and Civil Rights movements in America.
How did the Bad Friends podcast celebrate Halloween? What are the hosts’ outlook on the spooky holiday? The Bad Friends podcast Halloween episode was an exciting time for both the crew and fans. Not only did they reminisce about their childhood memories of the holiday, but the crew also had fun playing a harmless prank on the hosts. Read below for a brief overview of the “Unspooky Halloween” episode of Bad Friends.
How did the Second Red Scare impact the American labor movement? In what ways did the Civil Rights Movement and the Black Power Movement try to achieve racial equality in America? Howard Zinn explores 20th-century social movements in America from “the people’s” perspective. These movements, marked by defiance against oppression and systemic discrimination, exposed the complexities and challenges faced in the quest for societal change and equality. Continue reading for Zinn’s take on this history from his book A People’s History of the United States.
What does America in the 20th century look like from “the people’s” perspective? What were the aims of the elites, and how did they seek to achieve them? Howard Zinn provides a “people’s history” of America in the 20th century. He covers the labor movement, the Great Depression and the New Deal, New Imperialism, the World Wars, the Cold War, and significant social movements. Read more to get Zinn’s take on America in the 20th century.