Connections Radio – September 5, 2026

Laurie Fitz invites international law scholars Fionnuala Ní Aoláin and Philippe Sands to Connections Radio to untangle the complexities of protecting human rights during global crises. The discussion bridges major geopolitical events, from the fallout of the Iraq War to the Chagos Islands dispute, with the grassroots resilience of everyday citizens protesting right here in Minnesota. They also explore how literature and storytelling can powerfully communicate the human realities of these conflicts when traditional courts and legal frameworks fall short.