
Michael Bryant
Professor of history and legal studies at Bryant University in Smithfield, Rhode Island.
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May 22, 2025 • 51min
War Crimes
Michael Bryant, a historian and legal studies professor, and David Bosco, author and expert on the International Criminal Court, dive deep into the evolution of war crimes and accountability. They trace war crimes from the U.S. Civil War to the Nuremberg Trials and beyond. The conversation highlights the complexities of international law and the challenges of prosecuting atrocities. They also discuss the significance of The Hague and the ongoing relationship between the U.S. and the ICC amid global power dynamics.

Mar 2, 2024 • 2h 14min
The Evolution of Rational Monsters
Exploring the Holocaust through an evolutionary lens, discussing the rationality behind Hitler's actions. Delving into the emotional depths of Holocaust testimonies and Sonder Commandos. Analyzing Nazi racial ideology, Germanization program, and eugenics. Examining political alliances, contradictions in Nazi ideology, deception, and atrocities. Highlighting the importance of evolutionary insights to understand and prevent genocides.