Discourse BHAM

What can giant pythons teach us about Ice Age humans?

This Discourse uses the Everglades python invasion as a surprising lens on one of archaeology’s biggest debates: when and how people first settled the Americas, especially the Southeast.

Featuring Dr. Shane Miller, Assistant Professor of Anthropology at the University of Alabama, whose research focuses on the peopling of the Americas and early life in the Southeast.

Will we see you there?

From Jonestown to influencer fandoms, “cult” is a word we throw around a lot. But its meaning has shifted—fast. We're going to hear from religious studies professor Dr. K. Merinda Simmons on Jan 22 at Avondale Brewing. This event is *sold out* but check out our website to see what we have in the works!

Not all healing happens in the mind. Sometimes, the body leads the way.

In this lecture, we’ll explore how psychedelic therapy reopens conversations about the body’s role in trauma and recovery. Featuring Dan Grossman (UAB), with insights from cutting-edge clinical trials and lived experience.

📅 Oct 23 | 7pm
🎟 Grab your seat: https://www.discoursebham.com/event-details/bodytripping-when-psychedelic-healing-gets-physical

Can the world be governed—and if so, by whom?

After the Cold War, global institutions were seen as a pathway to peace, stability, and progress. But today, that dream feels out of step with reality.

Join us Oct 2 at Monday Night Brewing for a live Discourse on the foundations and future of global governance with Dr. Elif Kalaycioglu, Assistant Professor at the University of Alabama.

🎟 $15 tickets: https://www.discoursebham.com/event-details/how-to-rule-the-world-the-promises-and-problems-of-global-governance