Dr. Sargon Donabed

<p>Episode 159 - Dr. Sargon Donabed is an associate professor of history at Roger Williams University. He holds a PhD in Near and Middle Eastern Civilizations from the University of Toronto and a MSci from Canisius College in Anthrozoology/Animal Studies. He also serves as one of the Board of Directors for the Assyrian Studies Association. </p> <p>Donabed is one of the foremost experts on the perennial history of Assyria-Mesopotamia and its heritage. His recent focus consists of indigenous and marginalized methodologies concerning the development of Assyrian Studies as an anti-orientalist and anti-colonialist field, as well as issues of cultural continuity. Currently, his studies in animal studies touch upon storytelling and folklore and issues of re-enchantment of reality through myth and panentheism.</p> <p>In this episode, we discuss his unique and enriching upbringing, his journey into academia, his book, “Reforging a Forgotten History”, the interesting intersection between Assyrian studies and Animal studies, and the importance of establishing the Assyrian Studies Association. </p> <p>Purchase Dr. Sargon’s “Reforging a Forgotten History” here: <a href='https://edinburghuniversitypress.com/book-reforging-a-forgotten-history.html'>https://edinburghuniversitypress.com/book-reforging-a-forgotten-history.html</a> </p> <p>“Discussing Diaspora” - The Shifting Lens podcast episode featuring Dr. Sargon Donabed: <a href='https://soundcloud.com/theshiftinglens/discussing-diaspora-with-dr-sargon-donabed'>https://soundcloud.com/theshiftinglens/discussing-diaspora-with-dr-sargon-donabed</a> </p> <p>The Assyrian Studies Association: </p> <p><a href='https://www.assyrianstudiesassociation.org/'>https://www.assyrianstudiesassociation.org/</a> </p> <p>This episode is sponsored by @theoushanapartners -- a husband and wife real estate team. Are you considering purchasing or selling a home in Arizona or California? John and Reata are available to help make your next real estate decision into a seamless transaction.