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Wiser World is a podcast built on a simple idea: history explains headlines. Hosted by world history teacher and storyteller Alli Roper, the show turns complex global history into clear, compact, approachable episodes for busy adults who want real understanding—not just sound bites. Wiser World explores the people, cultures, and turning points that shaped today’s global events, giving you the context you wish you’d learned in school. If you’ve ever read a headline and thought, “Wait… how did we get here?” this podcast helps you answer that—with more nuance, empathy, and confidence.© 2026 Alli Roper Ciencias Sociales Escritos y Comentarios sobre Viajes Mundial
Episodios
  • 70. Venezuela 101: Cultural Preface

    70. Venezuela 101: Cultural Preface
    Jan 6 2026
    This is a Cultural Preface to the Venezuela 101 history series. It is not designed to be entirely comprehensive, as no culture or people are all the same. But, it is designed to help listeners meet the people before they study their history, and in it, we cover: 1. Population, Identity & Diversity 2. Social Personality & National Character 3. Family & Social Structure 4. Gender Roles & Expectations 5. Language, Accents & Slang 6. Food as Cultural Identity 7. Music, Dance & Artistic Expression 8. Beauty, Spirituality & Belief 9. Race, Class & Urban Life 10. Humor, Survival & Street Smarts 11. Friendliness & Foreigners 12. Daily Life & Leisure 13. Marriage, Names & Social Bonds If you'd like to learn more, please head to ⁠⁠Patreon.com/wiserworldpodcast⁠⁠, where you can support the podcast and learn more along the way! The main source of information for this episode was this book, as well as Venezuelan friends. Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/wiserworldpodcast/⁠⁠⁠ Sign up for free weekly email newsletter here: ⁠⁠⁠https://wiserworld.com/⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 m
  • 69. Common Ground: Birth & Death — Rituals for Life's First & Final Moments

    69. Common Ground: Birth & Death — Rituals for Life's First & Final Moments
    Dec 9 2025
    In this episode of the Common Ground series, we're diving into unique rituals from around the world that honor both birth and death, which is something we all share. We cover: • Navajo First Laugh Ceremony – United States (American Southwest, Navajo Nation) • Baek-il (100-day celebration) – South Korea • Selapan Ceremony (35th day) – Indonesia (Javanese culture) • Jatakarma (Samskara birth ritual) – India (Hindu communities) • Newborn Singing Traditions – West Africa (e.g., Yoruba, Akan, Ewe, Fulani, etc.) • Oríkì (praise poetry for babies) – Nigeria (Yoruba culture) • Aqiqah (naming and sacrifice ceremony) – Islamic tradition • Whenua (placenta burial) – New Zealand (Māori culture) • Miyamairi (shrine visit) – Japan (Shinto tradition) • Traditional Christian European Funerals — Europe • Ghanaian Fantasy Coffins & Celebratory Funerals – Ghana (Ga culture, especially near Accra) • Torajan “Death Feasts” & Body Preservation – Indonesia (Sulawesi, Toraja people) • Pacific Islander Vigil & Communal Mourning – Various Pacific Islands • Jewish Shiva & Chevra Kadisha with Tahara – Jewish communities globally • Japanese Family Body Preparation – Japan • Hindu Cremation (especially along the Ganges) – India • Sky Burial & Miniature Yurt Graves – Mongolia & Himalayan Buddhist regions • Obon Festival & Lantern Floating (Tōrō Nagashi) – Japan • Famadihana (“Turning of the Bones”) – Madagascar • Islamic Burial & 3-Day Mourning Visits – Many Muslim-majority countries (especially Arab nations) • Chehelom (40th Day Mourning Ceremony) – Iran (blend of Islamic and Persian traditions) Sign up for my free weekly newsletter at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://wiserworld.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you'd like ad-free episodes and additional resources, head to to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/wiserworldpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠airwavemedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn about other fantastic history and education-centric shows that are created for curious, thoughtful people. Please contact ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠advertising@airwavemedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/wiserworldpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    44 m
  • 68. A Table For Everyone: One Syrian’s Journey of Resilience and Welcome // Yassin Terou

    68. A Table For Everyone: One Syrian’s Journey of Resilience and Welcome // Yassin Terou
    Nov 19 2025
    Today we’re stepping into a story that blends together the last few month’s topics (Syria, Food, Hospitality) with my guest, Yassin Terou. Yassin Terou is a Syrian-born entrepreneur and American dream enthusiast, best known as the founder of Yassin’s Falafel House, a Knoxville-based restaurant celebrated for its welcoming spirit and message of inclusion. After arriving in the United States, Yassin built his business from humble beginnings into one of the most beloved restaurants in Tennessee. His restaurant was named “The Nicest Place in America” by Reader’s Digest and Good Morning America for its commitment to kindness and community. Yassin is passionate about using food to bring people together and create understanding across cultures. This passion also inspired him to start a nonprofit organization called Seeds and Bridges, which supports people in need and helps new entrepreneurs pursue their dreams—regardless of race, color, or beliefs. Through both his business and public speaking, Yassin continues to spread hope, compassion, and unity. In our conversation, Yassin shares his journey out of Syria, and his process of starting over in a new country. We talk about immigrant challenges, food, advice he has for all people, and what he wishes more people understood about Syria and Syrians. It’s a story of courage, community, and the quiet power of hospitality. Support Yassin's nonprofit: Seeds and Bridges. Sign up for my free weekly newsletter at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://wiserworld.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you'd like ad-free episodes and additional resources, head to to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/wiserworldpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/wiserworldpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠airwavemedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn about other fantastic history and education-centric shows that are created for curious, thoughtful people. Please contact ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠advertising@airwavemedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    57 m
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