Why are some places affected by violence and disorder while others enjoy peace and stability? From the University of Chicago Public Policy Podcasts, “Root of Conflict” analyzes violent conflict around the world, and the people, societies, and policy issues it affects. We meet with leading experts to discuss what can be done to create more peaceful societies.<br /><br />We're produced and hosted by Sabrina Beaver. <br /><br /><br />
Root of Conflict
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Why are some places affected by violence and disorder while others enjoy peace and stability? From the University of Chicago Public Policy Podcasts, “Root of Conflict” analyzes violent conflict around the world, and the people, societies, and policy issues it affects. We meet with leading experts to discuss what can be done to create more peaceful societies.<br /><br />We're produced and hosted by Sabrina Beaver. <br /><br /><br />
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Recent Episodes
June 4, 2026
Militarism in Africa | Samuel Fury Childs Daly
Host Sabrina Beaver interviews Samuel Fury Childs Daly, a scholar of African militarism, exploring how conflict and military rule shaped post-colonial Nigeria and recent West African coups.
May 18, 2026
Migration Flows and US Policy Tools | Katie Tobin
Katie Tobin, former NSC and UNHCR official, explains how conflict drives migration and details US policy tools for addressing these complex flows in this interview.
April 22, 2026
Bringing Culture into Development and Security Work in Africa | Chidi Blyden
In this episode, we speak with Chidi Blyden, a former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for African Affairs and former Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Millennium Challenge Corporation on security and development in Africa. We discuss the importance of understanding culture in development and security work on the continent and how natural resources can complicate both conflict and development.<br /><br />Podcast Production Credits:<br />Interviewing: Sabrina Beaver and Sarah MacHarg<br />Editing: Sabrina Beaver<br />Production: Sabrina Beaver<br /><br />Music from #Uppbeat :<br />https://uppbeat.io/t/tim-schaufert/it-doesnt-have-to-end
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