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My name is Fritz McAlinden and this is The State Between Us, the anti-fascist podcast for dark dives into the ruling class insanity and fashy political cultures as well as our defenses against them through mutual aid and building each other up, sharing knowledge, and connecting the disparate voices in our overlapping struggles. Also TTRPGs, Sci-Fi, and other nerd shit. Let's get weird with it!
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U.S. Soccer legend Alexi Lalas discusses the biggest stories in soccer through the lens of red, white and blue glasses! Join Alexi Lalas and soccer guru David Mosse, as they break down the USMNT, USWNT, MLS, Bundesliga, Premier League, World Cup & everything in between. Follow Alexi Lalas' State of the Union podcast @SOTUWithAlexi on all platforms! https://twitter.com/SOTUWithAlexi https://www.instagram.com/SOTUWithAlexi/ https://www.tiktok.com/@sotuwithalexi https://www.facebook.com/SOTUWit ...
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Join The New York Times best-selling author and North Carolina native Wiley Cash as he highlights great writers across the state and their work each month. Listen in on conversations between Cash and his author friends as they discuss how North Carolina inspires them on the Our State Book Club podcast. Email us: [email protected] Learn more at: https://www.ourstate.com/podcast
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Silicon Valley wants to shape our future, but why should we let it? Every Thursday, Paris Marx is joined by a new guest to critically examine the tech industry, its big promises, and the people behind them. Tech Won’t Save Us challenges the notion that tech alone can drive our world forward by showing that separating tech from politics has consequences for us all, especially the most vulnerable. It’s not your usual tech podcast.
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Weekly discussion between @Nigeriasbest and @phoenix_agenda. Follow @NgrPoliticsWkly on Twitter.
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An interview style show featuring conversations with amazing Montanans from all walks of life. We’ll talk with Organic Farmers of all kinds, Dairy producers, Cattle Ranchers, Holistic Health Practitioners, Beekeepers, Permaculturists, Teachers, Hunters and everyone in between. Join us as we develop a community built on our love of The Treasure State and our Natural Liberties. We hope to provide insight and knowledge to nurture our families, friends and neighbors and foster the preservation o ...
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California Highways: Route by Route is a podcast exploring California's state (and county) highway system, starting with the history and proceeding route by route through all highways in the state.
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From sea to terrifying sea... each state has it's own Homegrown Cryptid. Join us as we tour the United States and it's territories; directly from the safety of their own home, and deep dive into each state's own thing that goes bump in the night. In addition to venturing into each state's own creepy cryptids, aliens, and conspiracies, we are getting our passports ordered for our new...INTERNATIONAL episodes! That's right, on top of exploring each state, sprinkled in between episodes, we will ...
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A historical look at the development and evolution of money, banking, and trade. From the ancient civilizations to the present.
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Between the States: three friends, zero filters, endless chaos. Dan, Noel, and Jared tackle anything and everything. Sometimes funny, sometimes weird, always unhinged. Life lessons? Maybe. Laughs? Definitely. Sense of direction? Still figuring it out. Tune in and see what happens. Thanks for being part of the journey. Patreon to help keep the lights on: www.patreon.com/BetweentheStates Bluesky @betweenthestates.bsky.social Facebook https://www.facebook.com/568483249688840 Email us: podcast@b ...
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An almost-daily podcast for the State of Mind Community. Offering ideas and answering questions on how to use your mind for growth, happiness and ultimately peace. Send us your questions: [email protected]
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Host Leon Neyfakh transports listeners into the day-to-day reality of our country's most pivotal historical events, bringing to life the forgotten twists and turns of the past while shedding light on the present. Benghazi unpacks the 2012 attack in Libya that left four Americans dead, including Ambassador Chris Stevens—and the ensuing political storm, which raised questions about America’s role in the world, established a playbook to weaponize attention in the social media age, and ultimatel ...
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The Gray Area with Sean Illing takes a philosophy-minded look at culture, technology, politics, and the world of ideas. Each week, we invite a guest to explore a question or topic that matters. From the the state of democracy, to the struggle with depression and anxiety, to the nature of identity in the digital age, each episode looks for nuance and honesty in the most important conversations of our time. New episodes drop every Monday. From the Vox Media Podcast Network.
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Oprah Winfrey is delighted to introduce a new weekly podcast series from one of the great spiritual thinkers of our time: Eckhart Tolle. Eckhart’s wisdom will help you learn to quiet your mind, separate your ego from your true self and live a fully present life. Essential Teachings by Eckhart will provide a path to discover an enlightened state of consciousness. Oprah says Eckhart transformed her life and hopes these Essential Teachings will inspire you to seek your own higher purpose.
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2 Hours Between is a student-run podcast at Gulf Coast State College, where we sit down with fellow students to talk about their majors, career goals, and big-picture dreams. It’s about sharing stories, exploring ambitions, and having a good laugh along the way. Whether you’re looking for inspiration, connection, or just some fun conversation, join us as we highlight the journeys of students chasing their futures.
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The latest business and finance news from around the world, on the BBC.
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Welcome to "Devils State of Mind," the ultimate podcast destination for die-hard New Jersey Devils fans and hockey enthusiasts across the Garden State and beyond. Join us as we embark on a journey through the highs and lows of Devils hockey, exploring every facet of the team, from player performances to front-office decisions and everything in between. Hosted by passionate Devils devotee and hockey expert, "Neil Villapiano". Neil offers in-depth analysis, insightful commentary, and engaging ...
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A fast-paced, deliciously irreverent and deliriously immersive political satire, BS de Résistance follows the adventures of a Texas mom and her precocious four-year-old son as they are unwittingly drawn into the shadowy struggle between the Deep State and its enemies. And there's a song in every episode! New episodes drop on the 5th, 15th and 25th of each month. Listeners can email us at [email protected] or at our toll-free comment line: 1-8-666-CALL-BS (1-866-622-5527).
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Blue and White Brothers is a podcast about all things Penn State football hosted by Tom and Andy Gathman: two brothers with two takes about one team. Tom Gathman, better known as “The Real Hiking Viking,” spends much of his time on trail and off grid living life to the full. Andy Gathman is the pastor of a small rural church and spends most of his time spreading the good news. We are as different as brothers can be with one exception: a passion for Penn State football. We bring our love of t ...
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An open-ended investigation into the state of inequality between the two halves of humanity - men and women. Subjugation, domination, exploitation and all related forms of hierarchies and tyrannies - with an international lineup of guests, hosted by Elle Kamihira.
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Cool Careers, Awesome People, along with Unusual & Inspiring Histories from all over the Autosphere. From wrench turners to artists, authors, racers, designers and everyone in between. The road to success is paved by all of us. Because #everyonehasastory
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Professor Elizabeth Joh teaches Intro to Constitutional Law and most of the time this is a pretty straight forward job. But when Trump came into office, everything changed. During the four years of the Trump presidency, Professor Joh would check Twitter five minutes before each class to find out what the 45th President had said and how it jibes with 200 years of the judicial branch interpreting and ruling on the Constitution. Acclaimed podcaster Roman Mars (99% Invisible) was so anxious abou ...
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Winner of the 2022 Pulitzer Prize in Audio Reporting The U.S is the only country in the world that allows minors to be sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Approximately 2,500 juveniles have been effectively sentenced to die in prison — considered “irredeemable” by the state for crimes committed when they were just teenagers. One of them was David Luis “Suave” Gonzalez, who entered prison at 17 expecting to leave in a coffin. Suave tells the story of what happens wh ...
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The BBC is the largest broadcasting organisation in the world. Its mission is to enrich people's lives with programmes that inform, educate and entertain. BBC World Service broadcasts to the world on radio, on TV and online, providing news and information in 32 languages.
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Welcome to Waterloo to the Alamo, the brand-new podcast brought to you by Engel & Volkers! Launching next week, this series dives into the rich and diverse culture of Texas, from its storied history to its vibrant present. Whether you're a native Texan or just curious about the Lone Star State, join us as we explore everything from the bustling cityscapes of Austin to the historic landmarks of San Antonio and everything in between. With expert insights, fascinating interviews, and a deep lov ...
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This podcast's for anyone wanting to explore the big issues, stretching your thinking in relatable ways. Well known personalities, Stuart ‘The Wildman’ Mabbutt and photographer William Mankelow, who aren't experts, but have opinions, authentic views and no scripts. Join them on meandering conversations about nature, philosophy, climate, the human condition, sustainability, and social justice. Sometimes joined by guests, or discussing listener questions between themselves. Always full of fun ...
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We “Don’t regret being good”! Catch up with your favorite church kids as we discuss music, sports, pop culture, the state of the world, the church and EVERYTHING in between! A podcast that’s uniquely us but also unique you! We’re UNAPOLOGETICALLY DOPE! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unapologeticallydope/support
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Ever wonder about how your food makes it from the farm to your table? There is a lot of food science along the way. Not a culinary or nutrition podcast, Wolfing Down Food Science is all about the chemistry, microbiology and engineering of food. Questions or comments? Send us an email at [email protected]. To find out more about food science at NC State University check us out at https://cals.ncsu.edu/food-bioprocessing-and-nutrition-sciences/
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The Democracy Works podcast seeks to answer that question by examining a different aspect of democratic life each week — from voting to criminal justice to the free press and everything in between. We interview experts who study democracy, as well as people who are out there doing the hard work of democracy day in and day out. The show’s name comes from Pennsylvania’s long tradition of iron and steel works — people coming together to build things greater than the sum of their parts. We belie ...
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This is the Concrete Cactus Podcast, where two lifelong friends from New Jersey—Ryan, now stranded in the blazing Arizona heat, and Brandon, holding it down back east—tackle life’s weirdest, wildest, and most entertaining topics with humor, hot takes, and (near) zero filter. Each week, we bring you: Stories that turn up the heat—Jersey’s big mouths and bigger attitudes, Arizona’s dry heat and even drier humor, and the hilariously bizarre quirks of East vs. West living. Sports takes you didn’ ...
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In Crown and Crozier, we invite leading thinkers to explore how the human experience is shaped by the interplay between Church and State, and what this means for tackling the great challenges of today. Join us as we examine what’s at stake for us as citizens and as a society in the dynamic engagement between civil and religious authority. The common good, basic freedoms, dignity of the person, administration of justice, self-government, the preservation of truth, goodness and beauty - all th ...
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Seen Through A Glass is mostly about drinks and food in central Pennsylvania, hosted by long-time drinks writer Lew Bryson. There are shows about particular products -- maple syrup, soft-serve ice cream, whiskey -- or profiles of individual towns, like Lock Haven, Carlisle, or Altoona. We also talk about life in central Pennsylvania, and what you can find there: covered bridges, excursion railroads, state parks, anything interesting we can find between Williamsport, Clarion, Johnstown, and H ...
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The Biz Podcast is basically to brighten your day with a few laughs, and originates from the Mountains of New Hampshire, broadcasting from "The Dungeon" in Quim's Basement Studio. We are 3 young studs and an Old Man getting together to share our stories, feelings, and usually unwanted opinions. The boys discuss daily routines as well as techniques ranging from fishing tips to sexual positions. The Old Man typically injects the dark humor; Not everything is dirty, but we don't censor too much ...
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Redspin Sports looks at the connections between the U.S. sports industry & the political, social & economic forces that sustain U.S. imperialism, both at home and abroad. We examine the history of activist athletes and this generation's reemergence of athlete activism, the history of American football through a critical class struggle lens, and the politics & labor dynamics that characterize the modern pro sports leagues. Highlighting the connections between billionaire team owners, the perm ...
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Welcome to Imagination State, with Rebeka Ryvola de Kremer. This is a podcast about imagination: how it shapes our lives, our world, and our futures. You’ll hear from people on the frontlines of imagination: artists, writers, thinkers, activists - teachers of all kinds - who stand up to the forces that shrink our inner worlds, who open us to richer, more just futures, and who remind us that building imagination is also a form of liberation.
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This podcast is a channel on the New Books Network. The New Books Network is an academic audio library dedicated to public education. In each episode you will hear scholars discuss their recently published research with another expert in their field. Discover our 150+ channels and browse our 28,000+ episodes on our website: newbooksnetwork.com Subscribe to our free weekly Substack newsletter to get informative, engaging content straight to your inbox: https://newbooksnetwork.substack.com/ ...
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Hear KUOW and NPR award-winning hosts and reporters from around the globe present some of the nation's best reporting of the day's events, interviews, analysis and reviews.
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Qisasna, or “Our Stories,” is a product of a cross-cultural exchange podcast training program featuring Yemeni and American students. Qisasna is sponsored by the Aspen Institute’s Stevens Initiative and funded by the U.S. Department of State.
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Between The Tines, Is A Platform Of Passionate Guys Who Live, Breathe, And Dream Deer And Turkey Hunting.
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Coming to you live from Ed's living room it's State Your Take with Ed & Aaron! Sit in on the conversation as two friends opine about everything from sports, music and oddball stories. Check us out as we toe the line between satire and sincerity. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @StateYourTake Intro music provided by @cfm_freeemusic Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stateyourtake/support
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From the evolution of intelligent life, to the mysteries of consciousness; from the threat of the climate crisis to the search for dark matter, The world, the universe and us is your essential weekly dose of science and wonder in an uncertain world. Hosted by journalists Dr Rowan Hooper and Dr Penny Sarchet and joined each week by expert scientists in the field, the show draws on New Scientist’s unparalleled depth of reporting to put the stories that matter into context. Feed your curiosity ...
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The **Vortex Energy Podcast** delves into the intricate relationship between energy, consciousness, and personal empowerment. Each episode explores how individuals can harness their inner energy vortex—a state of vibrational alignment with their desires—to manifest positive change in their lives. Through engaging discussions and expert insights, the podcast aims to demystify concepts related to energy flow, the Law of Attraction, and emotional well-being. Listeners are invited to discover pr ...
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The Cisco Podcast Network is a collective of podcasts from across Cisco spanning technology to culture and everything in between. Hear from Cisco customers, partners, and Cisco insiders on the topics that matter most to you. Email us with your feedback and suggestions. Discover your favorite playlists today!
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New Mexico's deep artistic traditions have long engaged with the multifaceted histories and cultures of the state. At Encounter Culture, we talk with artists, historians, scientists, museum curators, and writers who are all a part of New Mexico's centuries' old lineage of helping us understand the places and people who make the Land of Enchantment so unique. https://podcast.nmculture.org/
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Each week, Foreign Policy Live will feature a substantive conversation on world affairs. Host and FP editor in chief Ravi Agrawal will be joined by leading foreign-policy thinkers and practitioners to analyze a key issue in global politics, from the U.S.-China relationship to conflict and diplomacy. FP Live is your weekly fix for smart thinking about the world. Foreign Policy magazine subscribers can watch these interviews live and submit questions and suggestions by going to https://foreign ...
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A new age of football is here! Urban Meyer, Mark Ingram II, and Rob Stone will guide you through the ever-changing landscape of the sport we all live for. Meyer, 3x National Champion at Ohio State and Florida, takes you inside the mind of the decision-makers, and explores championship caliber leadership and locker room culture. Ingram, National Champion and Heisman Trophy winner at Alabama and 13-year NFL vet with the New Orleans Saints, Baltimore Ravens, and Houston Texans, gives the player ...
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Voting has ended in the initial phase of Myanmar's first election since the military seized power almost five years ago. Most opposition parties were banned, including that of the deposed democratic leader, Aung San Suu Kyi. Also in the programme: The titan of French cinema, Brigitte Bardott has died aged 91; President Trump will meet Ukraine's lea…
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You send the questions; we discuss them, highlight the environmental insights, and share practical takeaways. John, from Charlbury, Oxfordshire, England sets today's initial question - “We’re fishing our oceans to death. Where's the business sense in that? Would we then become vegan and vegetarian?” Your co-hosts feel industrial fleets and small-sc…
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Voting has begun in the opening phase of Myanmar's heavily restricted general election, the first since the military seized power nearly five years ago in a coup, an act that sparked civil war. The first round of voting takes place in around a quarter of the country; two more rounds are due to take place next month. Also: we look at how deportation…
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James Coomarasamy speaks to BBC correspondents around the world about the people and places, trends and technology that they are going to be keeping an eye on over the next 12 months. Much of that will be shaped by what has already happened in 2025 - we entered the year still focused on the wars in Ukraine, Gaza and Sudan. Now, people are worried a…
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In the coming hours, the people of Myanmar will get their first opportunity to vote in an election since the military seized power in a coup in 2021. The poll has been delayed several times by the ruling junta and many consider that a change is unlikely. We hear about the circumstances surrounding these elections in Myanmar and from a member of the…
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Jacqueline Charles of the Miami Herald reports on how gangs in Haiti are using sexual violence as a tool of terror amid the country's deepening political and humanitarian crisis.توسط Jeffrey Pierre
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Korva Coleman describes what it takes to get the news right when millions hear it first through NPR newscasts.توسط Linah Mohammad
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Inside Congress, lawmakers describe an institution under strain from polarization and constant pressure.توسط Barbara Sprunt
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A Washington D.C. improv group is offering laid-off federal workers a way to cope with uncertainty through play and building skills.توسط Ava Berger
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Tamar Adler, chef and author of 'Feast On Your Life', writes about food as a daily practice of care rather than obligation.توسط Tamara Keith
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چرا نیکی به کسانی که نمیشناسیم برایمان دشوار است؟توسط BBC
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A ceasefire has come into force along the border between Thailand and Cambodia, where weeks of clashes have forced a million people from their homes. The seventy- two- hour truce was agreed by the two countries' defence ministers following extensive diplomacy by Chinese officials. Also in the programme: Saudi Arabia's defence minister has warned th…
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We look back on our happiest stories from the past year, including: the man who created 'Christina's Corner' for his most loyal customer; the life-saving medical breakthrough in the fight against Huntington's; and the four-legged litter picker taking the internet by storm. Plus: the survivors of an atomic bomb tell us why they want peace; the blood…
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Gold prices have reached record highs this year, resulting in changes in buying habits, investment patterns and traditional customs. For the Fifth Floor, BBC language service journalists reflect on changing practices around gold in their regions and from the BBC's Delhi Bureau, Abhik Deb explains how sky-high prices are making a huge difference to …
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Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to an immediate ceasefire, ending weeks of deadly border clashes. It paves the way for prisoner exchanges and for a million displaced civilians to return to their homes. Also: President Trump claims US strikes "decimated" IS targets in Nigeria; the latest on Russia-Ukraine peace talks; Myanmar lifts a curfew after …
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For Finnish scholar Kaarina Kailo, sauna is the medicine we need in these tormented times. “In the sauna you are brought into direct contact with the holy spirit. It's the alternative to the patriarchal church. It's the space of peace, of equality, of ritual and the sacredness that we have lost and are craving. It's a multidimensional healing spa…
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Actress Jennifer Aniston sparked controversy recently when she said that, despite years of unsuccessful fertility treatment, she is not interested in adopting a baby. Instead, she wants “my own DNA in a little person.” Four women from India, the US and UK share their experiences of trying to have children by several different routes. Sometimes, the…
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The Chancellor announced dozens of changes in the Budget that will affect the money in your pocket from wages and energy bills to savings. Many of them won't happen for some time - years in some cases - so we look at the more imminent tax changes. That will include the freezing of tax thresholds that will see higher taxes for many and changes to th…
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We're looking at what's happening inside Cambodia, amidst that border conflict, with incursions going deeper into the territory from the Thai military. What are the economic consequences for Cambodia? Also we're looking at the sliding global oil price, and what Nigerians do for fun at the year's end. You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voic…
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We're looking at what's happening inside Cambodia, amidst that border conflict, with incursions going deeper into the territory from the Thai military. What are the economic consequences for Cambodia? Also we're looking at the sliding global oil price, and what Nigerians do for fun at the year's end. You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voic…
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A US judge has temporarily blocked the detention of British social media campaigner Imran Ahmed, who took legal action against the US government over having his visa removed. The Center for Countering Digital Hate founder was among five people denied US visas after the Trump administration accused them of seeking to "coerce" tech platforms into cen…
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Immigrants who are detained by ICE often get deported out of state so quickly that their attorneys don't have time to file petitions to keep them in the state where they were arrested.توسط Beenish Ahmed
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The U.S. will shift some of the burden of defense to its allies, and it will equip them for it. One ally's equipment: nuclear submarines for South Korea.توسط Anthony Kuhn
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Technology enabling virtual fences for pets is now being adapted for livestock. Ranchers near Yellowstone National Park are testing its ability to keep cows safe from grizzly bear attacks.توسط Hanna Merzbach
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Leah Donnella of NPR's Code Switch has spent some time unpacking what it would mean for joy to be used as a means of resistance.توسط Leah Donnella
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NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with songwriter Amy Allen, who is shortlisted for the non-classical Songwriter of the Year Grammy Award for a second straight year.توسط Kira Wakeam
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An American journalist wounded in an Israeli tank strike in Lebanon returns home to press the U.S. government to investigate the incident, which killed a Reuters reporter, as a targeted attack.توسط Frank Langfitt
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Demand for memory chips currently exceeds supply and there's very little chance of that changing any time soon. More chips for AI means less available for other products such as computers and phones and that could drive up those prices too.توسط John Ruwitch
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Cuts to scientific research focused disproportionately on research around diversity equity and inclusion. Some researchers say we're just beginning to understand the impact.توسط Katia Riddle
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With Christmas Day missile strikes on sites linked to the Islamic State group, we hear from a Catholic priest in Nigeria. Also in the programme: a BBC Persian TV documentary, in which one of Iran’s leading female actors renounces the compulsory hijab, has broken viewing records; and we look ahead to some of the more unusual sports in next year's Wi…
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A new study of more than 160,000 teens finds that even occasional cannabis use among 8th, 10th and 12th graders is tied to worse outcomes at school and more emotional distress.توسط Rhitu Chatterjee
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Nearly five years after the coup, Myanmar is poorer, hungrier, and plagued by blackouts. Few believe the upcoming election will change anything.توسط Patrick Winn
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Back in the 1960s, a couple of Harvard students had an idea. From Radio Diaries, this is a look back at the creation of the very first computerized dating service.توسط Radio Diaries
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With rising rent, utilities and the cost of groceries, a growing number of people are selling their blood plasma to make extra money. It's a multi-billion dollar industry.توسط David Martin Davies
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Historically, the U.S. had been the top donor for global health. That changed dramatically this year. We look at the new approach the U.S. is pursuing and what this has meant for people on the ground.توسط Gabrielle Emanuel
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President Trump ordered U.S. strikes on ISIS targets in northwest Nigeria, in response to what he claimed is persecution of Christiansتوسط Emmanuel Akinwotu
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Crime rates in the U.S. fell in 2025. Murders in particular fell dramatically. That is a major takeaway among criminal justice experts as we approach the year's end.توسط Meg Anderson
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WEEK 51 Writer: Naylah Ahmed Director: Peter Leslie Wild Editor: Jeremy Howe 21st - 26th December Jolene Archer.... Buffy Davis Kenton Archer.... Richard Attlee Pat Archer.... Patricia Gallimore Tony Archer..... David Troughton Harrison Burns.... James Cartwright Ruairi Donovan.... Arthur Hughes Alan Franks.... John Telfer George Grundy..... Angus …
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The Dead Ringers team are back to train their festive firepower on the week’s news with an armoury of impressive impressions. This week: Scrooge is visited by the ghost of a Money Saving Expert, and The Grinch more than meets his match. This week's impressionists are Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Duncan Wisbey and Jess Robinson The episode was written b…
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Former Malaysian PM Najib Razak has been convicted of abuse of power and money laundering in the biggest case to emerge from the 1MDB state fund scandal. The seventy-two year old, who is already in jail for other charges linked to 1MDB, is sentenced to a further 15 years. His lawyer says he will appeal. Also: there have been demonstrations outside …
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Ex-Malaysia PM Najib Razak has been jailed for 15 years for abuse of power and money laundering - Bisi Adebayo looks at the details. Japan approves a record-breaking budget with defence spending at a new high. And we head to to Nigeria, where 'Detty December' is proving to be big business, a point echoed by Nigerian singer and event co-founder Dare…
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Ex-Malaysia PM Najib Razak has been jailed for 15 years for abuse of power and money laundering - Bisi Adebayo looks at the details. Japan approves a record-breaking budget with defence spending at a new high. And we head to to Nigeria, where 'Detty December' is proving to be big business, a point echoed by Nigerian singer and event co-founder Dare…
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Nigeria's foreign minister has said US strikes against the Islamic State group were nothing to do with a particular religion, despite Donald Trump's assertions. He said that the attacks targeted militants killing Nigerians- irrespective of their faith. Also in the programme: We head to the Netherlands to explore the Silicon Valley of farming; Malay…
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Oh, hey. Hi. Have a good Christmas? Me too. Got up early, stayed up late, right? So I'm here with a whole bunch of coffee drinks to get going this morning! I didn't know what to do for a relaxed post-Christmas episode, and then I remembered this interview with John Mleziva of State Line Distillery. They make a great coffee liqueur, and we talked ab…
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Well-known influencer and entrepreneur, Nancy Umeh, has spent the past year sharing her experience of welcoming her third child through surrogacy. While the practice remains legally unrecognised in many African countries - and is often surrounded by stigma - Nancy has spoken openly about her journey on social media. In this episode of Focus on Afri…
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Donald Trump says US air strikes have killed multiple Islamic State fighters in Nigeria. He described the group as "terrorist scum" who had persecuted innocent Christians. Also: as Russia considers the latest US-backed peace plan, Ukraine's President Zelensky hails "new ideas" to end the war; former Brazilian President, Jair Bolsonaro, endorses his…
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Michael Flatley is the most famous Irish dancer in the world, rising to stardom for his leading roles in Riverdance and Lord of the Dance. Colm Flynn travels to meet Flatley at home, where he reflects on the highs of his remarkable career and the personal experiences that shaped his outlook on life and faith. Born in Chicago to Irish parents, Flatl…
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Episode 336 Looking for something great to read or watch on TV over the festive period? We’ve got you covered. In a special edition of the podcast, we share our favourite books, TV and films of 2025 - for those moments when you need a break from the festivities. From pure science fiction to books exploring climate change and the history of our earl…
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