SYSK Selects: What was the most peaceful time in history?

In this episode, Josh and Chuck explore whether we're actually living through the most peaceful time in human history, despite what the headlines might suggest. They examine candidates like the Pax Romana and Genghis Khan's Mongol Empire before diving into evolutionary psychologist Stephen Pinker's fascinating argument that modern times—even with their wars and violence—are statistically far less brutal than previous eras, thanks to factors like government stability, technology, healthcare, and greater human connection. It's a thought-provoking look at how our perception of violence doesn't always match the data, with plenty of historical comparisons and surprising insights along the way.