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Impact Farming

Farm Marketer

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Welcome to Impact Farming, a podcast show dedicated to helping Canadian farmers excel in the business of farming. Our goal at Impact Farming is to introduce our audience, Canadian Farmers, to the people and ideas that are going to make an impact on their farm business. Host Tracy Brunet chats with today’s most successful farm advisors and industry leaders to bring our audience the best and most important ideas. This show is designed to bring Canadian farmers impactful farm business informati ...
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In The Coop

Poultry Industry Council

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'In the Coop' is an educational podcast brought to you by the Poultry Industry Council. The show explores relevant and interesting topics pertaining to poultry production in Ontario. Tune in byweekly as we explore the ins and outs of the Ontario poultry with various industry experts.
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Side by Side Digital

Farm Credit Services of America®

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Welcome to Side by Side Digital - a podcast series that tackles topics geared toward young and beginning producers. Each episode, we invite Farm Credit and ag industry experts to share their insights on financial management, business outlooks, transition planning and more. Sponsored Farm Credit Services of America® and Frontier Farm Credit® © 2024 Farm Credit Services of America, ACA
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Fresh Growth

Western SARE

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Fresh Growth: Approaches to a More Sustainable Future from Western Ag Practitioners introduces you to farmers and ranchers from around the western United States who are finding innovative sustainable practices that enrich the natural resources we all care about. These successful multi-generational operations experiment with new ideas and are making it pay. Listen in as they tell their story and provide advice for young or beginning farmers.Western SARE, funded by USDA NIFA, provides grants a ...
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Agriculture is not only a way of life, it’s a business. Talking Farm and Food is a monthly podcast that highlights the stories and experiences of farm business entrepreneurs and the lessons they’ve learned along the way. Hear from Canadian producers about their lives, their businesses, and the farm management topics you care about. If you’re looking for advice on money and finance, transition, managing people, strategy, leadership and more, this is the podcast for you.
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The hosts of NPR's All Things Considered help you make sense of a major news story and what it means for you, in 15 minutes. New episodes six days a week, Sunday through Friday. Support NPR and get your news sponsor-free with Consider This+. Learn more at plus.npr.org/considerthis
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Tune-in along with our 6,000-8,000 listeners each month for the Wealth & Wisdom! The wisest among us will tell us that money and wealth are important, but alone they will not make you happy or your life a success. Success and happiness require wisdom and wisdom comes from cultivating a learning mind set, a strong drive to always do better and by surrounding yourself with people who can teach or inspire you. Ben Law spent over 20-years working with successful business owners and farming famil ...
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Rural Realities

Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection

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Given the ongoing challenges facing the agriculture industry – low prices, uncertain markets, trade uncertainty, and inclement weather - it’s no surprise that farmers and farm families are experiencing more stress. “Rural Realities” focuses on helping farmers tap into their resilient nature by presenting advice from experts that can help reduce stress, improve a farm’s financial situation, implement good farm family communication skills, and more. ***The department is providing this podcast ...
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Bovine Banter

Penn State Extension

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Bovine Banter focuses on management, production, and profitability to help make farms more successful. Join the Penn State Extension Dairy Team for informal educational conversations with dairy producers, industry representatives and Penn State faculty and research. Each week we will cover hot topics in the dairy industry that will help dairy producers become more profitable. Guests will compare research with experiences of what has and has not worked on their farms and provide tips to help ...
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Amplify Your Business is a weekly glimpse into the business tactics, challenges, and successes of entrepreneurs—hosted by CEO & Founder of Amplomedia, Lance Johnson. Real humans, real advice, delivered straight to your feed once a week.
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Is local or global more sustainable? What role should meat play in our diets? Who holds power in the food system? In a polarized world, this podcast explores the visions, values and evidence behind these debates. Feed, a project of TABLE, is in conversation with diverse experts who are trying to transform the food system. Originally established as a collaboration between the University of Oxford, the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU), and Wageningen University & Research (WUR ...
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Turning Inspections into Cash

The Activate Company

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In this series you’ll hear from Case IH, New Holland and Case Construction equipment dealers about the unique ways that they are using digital inspections to improve customer satisfaction and generate more parts and service business for their dealerships.
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Marcus Oldham AgTalk

Marcus Oldham College

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Join Dave Cornish, Director of the Centre for Professional Development at Marcus Oldham, as he talks with the movers and shakers of the Ag world about the issues affecting the agribusiness sector for Marcus Oldham's AgTalk.
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Community Share for Climate Care

Transition St Andrews

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Welcome to St Andrews Community Share for Climate Care podcast, where we share local stories of our community coming together to take action on climate change and making St Andrews a better place to live. We are a part of Transtion University St Andrews family - for more see www.transtionsta.org of find us on social media.
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The Clean Energy Pod, powered by SSE, helps you stay ahead in a fast-changing industry. We talk to the people making the clean energy transition happen. Subscribe, so you never miss out.
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Coffee in the Barn

The Sunswine Group

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From boardroom meetings to bedtime stories, Coffee in the Barn explores the delicate dance of balancing the demands of our professional lives with the joys and responsibilities of being moms. Join us each week as we discuss the latest trends in agri-business, share insightful interviews with industry experts, and sprinkle in some heartfelt anecdotes about the humorous and heartwarming moments that come with being a working mom in the agricultural world. Join our growing network of like-minde ...
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DairyPod

Dairy Australia

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DairyPod is an agriculture industry podcast delivering insights and advice from trusted voices in Australian dairy. Episodes feature a rotating panel of expert hosts, dairy farmers, industry advisors and thought leaders. Together they explore engaging topics tailored for Australian dairy farmers and our unique farming conditions. Produced by Dairy Australia, a national services body working towards shaping a profitable and sustainable dairy industry.
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Dane Demo Farms is a network of farmers that demonstrate and research leading edge conservation practices that improve water quality and soil health throughout Dane County by reducing nutrients and sediment from entering our waters and building healthy soils. This podcast offers insights from farmers, academic experts, agronomists, and various professionals who will discuss a range of topics pertaining to conservation practices that safeguard the precious soil and water of Dane County. Visit ...
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EXALT Podcast

EXALT Initiative

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Resource extraction impacts our daily lives and has helped push the climate to the brink, but there are people around the world living and fighting for alternative ways forward. Join hosts Christopher Chagnon and Sophia Hagolani-Albov and their guests on the last Friday of each month for a discussion of the impacts of extractivisms, alternative ways forward, and stories from people living the struggle every day. If you are someone interested in how our environment and societies have come to ...
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Landscapes

Adam Calo

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Landscapes tells stories about how re-imagining land is a precursor to delivering the types of social and ecological change required to address the most pressing problems of our time.
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On TOPP of Organic

Timber Darnell - Texas A&M AgriLife Organic

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On TOPP of Organic, host Timber Darnell and co-host Bob Whitney from Texas A&M AgriLife Organic! Our goal is to bring in expert advice as on everything related to Organic Farming in Texas. We will be taking a deep dive into soil health, certification requirements, National Organic Standard Board, crop rotations, pest management, and so much more! Tune in as we explore the world of Organic Farming, you can find “On TOPP of Organic”! We will release every other Wednesday!
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Pullback

Pullback Podcast

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Pullback is a podcast that explores big ideas and asks: is this a real solution or a distraction? Through discussions with leading experts, we cover ideas that proponents say will address global problems like inequality and climate change.
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Susan Berkley, founder of the Great Voice Company, shares powerful voice over performance tips you can use right away, as she coaches a voice over beginner from The Great Voice community and helps them improve almost instantly! She also does fascinating deep-dive interviews with members of Team Great Voice, and extracts tactics, tools and techniques you can use to improve your voice over practice and your life.
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Rachel Brathen is a bestselling author, podcast host, and serial entrepreneur who inspires millions every day. Now – Rachel offers an even more intimate look into her life and the inspiring journey. Weekly episodes of storytelling and talks from Rachel (sometimes alongside special guests!) dive into topics such as love, trust, finding balance, overcoming adversity and well-being. The light you are seeking is within your own heart. Join Rachel as she helps you uncover it, from her heart to yours.
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Host Marco Werman and his team of producers bring you the world's most interesting stories that remind us just how small our planet really is. The World, the radio program, is heard each weekday on over 300 public stations across North America.
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Cow-Side Conversations

Center for Dairy Excellence

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“Cowside Conversations” is a monthly podcast brought to you by the Center for Dairy Excellence. We’ve heard time and time again that dairy farmers learn the most from other dairy farmers. So, in this podcast we’re going to share real-time farmer insight, tricks of the trade, and inspiring stories from dairies across Pennsylvania.
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TED Tech

TED Tech

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From the construction of virtual realities to the internet of things to the watches on our wrists—technology's influence is everywhere. Its role in our lives is evolving fast, and we're faced with riveting questions and tough challenges that sit at the intersection of technology and humanity. Listen in every Friday, with host, journalist Sherrell Dorsey, as TED speakers explore the way tech shapes how we think about society, science, design, business, and more. Follow Sherrell on Instagram @ ...
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Holly Randall Unfiltered

Holly Randall/Pleasure Podcasts

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HRU is a podcast series that sheds light on those working in the adult industry, and explores all topics of sex with authors, educators, and advocates. Hosted by world renowned erotic photographer and director Holly Randall, she interviews some of the biggest names in the adult industry, and various non-porn guests who touch on the subject of sex in one way or another. With an honest and humorous outlook on life, Holly strips away the misconceptions on people who work in the sex industry, an ...
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Aging Well: Finding Beauty in the Gray is a podcast for everyone in or approaching the retirement years. There’s a lot to unpack here apart from the financial planning component, and we’ll do just that. We’ll explore new interests, priorities and goals and finding purpose for ourselves and in our relationships. Join me each episode as I share stories and chat with guests learning to live their best next act, lives. Have a question or comment? Please reach out to me, Hugh Willard, at willowwa ...
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Fresh Take

Florida Certified Organic Growers & Consumers, INC.

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Fresh Take is your roundup of all things related to organic and sustainable living. Join Florida Organic Growers staff and guest experts as we discuss everything you need to know about sustainable living, organic agriculture, and how to make the best lifestyle choices that benefit you and the environment. So if you’re an eco-warrior, a dedicated farmer, or just someone looking to make more conscious decisions, tune in to get your Fresh Take.
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A series of conversations with farmers and those working in the rural sector. We’re exploring the variety of experiences, perspectives and ideas coming from the creation of resilient, regenerative and enjoyable farming systems in New Zealand. The setup and first years of this podcast were supported by MPI’s Productive & Sustainable Land Use - Extension Services fund. Since July 2023, the Quorum Sense Podcast has been produced independently by the podcast team. For more information, visit the ...
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TED is a nonprofit devoted to ideas worth spreading. On this video feed, you'll find TED Talks to inspire, intrigue and stir the imagination from some of the world's leading thinkers and doers, speaking from the stage at TED conferences, TEDx events and partner events around the world. This podcast is also available in high-def video and audio-only formats.
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Everyone Has a Story is a podcast that showcases the amazing stories of ordinary people who have faced extraordinary challenges and triumphs. Each episode features a guest who shares their personal journey of building a successful business, overcoming grief, achieving sporting glory, or exploring the world. This podcast will inform, inspire, and indulge with the power of storytelling. If you are looking for a podcast that celebrates the human spirit and the diversity of experiences, then Eve ...
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The Next Level

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With the fast-paced world we live in today, leadership development is more important than ever. Each Thursday, join Jon Sanchez, CEO of Team Performance Institute, as he interviews guests around best practices on leadership. Whether you're leading a team, a family, or just want to hear from those who have gone before you, this is the podcast for you.
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Business Matters: In Conversation

Business Matters - Capital Business Media

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If you own a small or medium size business in the UK right now you’re being bombarded with a wealth of information - and it’s hard to know who or what to believe. And when you’re struggling to ensure your business survives you don’t have the time to listen to something just to see if it’s useful. That’s why UK’s leading business magazine has launched this new podcast from the and we will be speaking to some of Britain’s leading entrepreneurs, business owners and experts to get the best advic ...
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Europe Climate Connection

Climate Action Network Europe

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A podcast dedicated to climate action across Europe. Climate Action Network (CAN) Europe hosts inspirational guests from civil society organisations working on the ground to fight the climate crisis. Each episode dives into a different climate change or energy transition topic giving you the what, who, why and how from specialists across the continent and beyond. So sit back, relax and enjoy critical conversations that hope to spark a change! More information about CAN Europe via caneurope.o ...
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TED is a nonprofit devoted to ideas worth spreading. On this video feed, you'll find TED Talks to inspire, intrigue and stir the imagination from some of the world's leading thinkers and doers, speaking from the stage at TED conferences, TEDx events and partner events around the world. This podcast is also available in SD video and audio-only formats.
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In this week’s episode, Tracy is rounding out her series of solo episodes reflecting on and weaving together the insights shared by so many incredible voices in agriculture. With so many great conversations, Tracy wanted to take a moment to pause, gather the main points and pull them together in several easy to consume episodes for the audience. Af…
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About one in 31 children in the U.S. has been identified with autism spectrum disorder, according to CDC data released this month. When Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. discussed these findings, he declared that autism is a rapidly growing "epidemic" in the U.S. and vowed to identify the "environmental toxin" he says is to …
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It's been more than a month since a devastating fire tore through a nightclub in North Macedonia, killing 62 people. Almost every week since the disaster, relatives of the deceased have marched through the streets of the town of Kočani demanding justice. The club where the blaze happened was operating under a forged license and broke several fire s…
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Large parts of Spain and Portugal have been hit by power outages. This has caused widespread chaos as it stops trains, traffic and cellphone services. This includes in the countries' capital cities of Madrid and Lisbon. Officials have ruled out a cyberattack but there are no explanations so far. The World's Gerry Hadden in Barcelona reports under b…
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One fan describes the music from Hiromi Uerhara as "smile music." With titles like "Balloon Pop" and "Yes, Ramen!," Hiromi and her band Sonicwonder are a joy to watch. Hiromi herself had the joy of working with some of the most revered jazz pianists in the world including Ahmad Jamal and Chick Corea. Host Marco Werman speaks with Hiromi about her m…
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UN and Palestinian representatives have accused Israel of violating international law by blocking all aid from entering Gaza. Israel is not participating at the International Court of Justice hearings. Israel cut off all supplies to the over 2 million residents in the besieged territory in early March. Conditions have been steadily deteriorating in…
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Ajay Gallewalle grew up in a small town in India, and when he finally got the chance to play, the stakes were high: a girl he had a crush on would be watching the game. Upon learning that the existing pantheon of Hindu gods did not include a deity overseeing success in baseball, Gallewalle got creative.…
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Over the weekend, Uganda's Health Ministry announced the end of a monthslong Ebola outbreak. Just over a dozen cases of the disease were reported, which left at least four people dead. Host Marco Werman speaks with Suudhi Bamutya, manager of epidemics — and pandemics — preparedness and response for the Uganda Red Cross Society. He joined the show f…
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In recent weeks, the "almighty dollar" has seen its value tumble compared to other major currencies like the euro. It's happening at a time of uncertainty about the impact of the Trump administration's tariffs, causing some to wonder about the future of the dollar as the world's go-to reserve currency. The World's Carolyn Beeler speaks to David Lub…
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Stress isn’t all bad. In fact, the right kind can fuel growth instead of burnout. In this actionable discussion, physician and author Aditi Nerurkar shares tips for managing your stress, boosting your confidence and increasing your resilience. Discover how to spot your stress signals before they spiral — and turn pressure into progress. (This live …
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Stress isn’t all bad. In fact, the right kind can fuel growth instead of burnout. In this actionable discussion, physician and author Aditi Nerurkar shares tips for managing your stress, boosting your confidence and increasing your resilience. Discover how to spot your stress signals before they spiral — and turn pressure into progress. (This live …
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AABP Executive Director Dr. Fred Gingrich provides an update on AABP membership dues in this episode of Have You Herd? The mission of the AABP is to provide support, continuing education and advocacy for current and future veterinary professionals and the cattle they serve. The vision of AABP is to serve society as leaders in cattle health, welfare…
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U.S. President Donald Trump's trade war and threats to make Canada the 51st state have become some of the biggest issues facing Canadians as they head to the polls in their federal election on April 28th. Scott Detrow speaks to Lloyd Axworthy, a member of the Liberal party, who served as Canada's top diplomat between 1996-2000, about the schism bet…
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Long before he was elected to run the Roman Catholic Church, Pope Francis was essentially exiled from his Argentinian Jesuit order. Francis often referred to this two-year period, which happened when he was in his 50s, as a "dark night" and a "crisis" in his life. For our weekly Reporter's Notebook series, we talk with NPR religion editor Daniel Bu…
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Whether a "chainsaw," per Elon Musk, or "scalpel," as President Trump has said — the Trump administration is making deep cuts to the federal government within its first 100 days. And Trump has appointed personal allies with little experience in government to key cabinet positions. For the civil servants working to enact the missions of these govern…
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In this Product Spotlight episode, Tracy sits down with Dan Bolton from KWS Seeds Canada to dive into key spring considerations for hybrid fall rye growers across the Prairies. As the crop begins to break dormancy, evaluating winter survival becomes critical for ensuring a strong, productive season. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: About Dan & Hi…
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With more than 1 million international students on American college campuses, the US hosts more learners from abroad than any other country in the world. But that welcome mat has been rolled back up for some. Over 1,800 international students have seen their status changed by the US government, according to the latest data collected by the news web…
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Rep. Marlin Stutzman (R-IN) was one of two congressmen to visit Syria last week. He toured Syria's capital, Damascus, and met with Syrians on the ground to discuss their needs during the country's political transition. His visit comes just months after former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad fled the country. Host Carolyn Beeler speaks with Rep. St…
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Coral reefs around the world are in the middle of the worst mass bleaching event in history that started in January 2023. New data released this week shows that 84% of coral reefs have been bleached since this episode began. The World's Host Carolyn Beeler spoke to scientists about the impact on ecosystems, and why this mass coral bleaching event m…
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The Spanish Civil War was a conflict that pitted the Republican government against Spanish Nationalists led by General Francisco Franco from 1936-1939. Families were torn apart as people took sides. That includes relatives of writer Julian Zabalbeascoa, who has now written a novel based on his family history called, "What We Tried to Bury Grows Her…
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Pope Francis's three days of lying in state ended today at 7:00 p.m. The late pontiff's funeral will be held tomorrow in Saint Peter's Square, followed by his burial at Saint Mary Major Basilica in Rome. Hosts Carolyn Beeler and Carol Hills walk through tomorrow's events, when Francis will be laid to rest.…
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Coffee giant Starbucks is being sued over allegations that it's sourcing its coffee beans from a farm in Brazil with slavery-like working conditions. The labor rights group International Rights Advocates is representing eight unnamed Brazilian farmworkers in the lawsuit. The World's Host Carol Hills spoke to Etelle Higonnet, the founder of Coffee W…
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India has suspended its participation in the Indus Waters Treaty, a major water-sharing agreement with Pakistan. It comes in response to a recent attack on tourists in Indian-administered Kashmir. The treaty splits control of the six rivers in the Indus Basin between the two countries that's held for 65 years, despite ongoing conflict. The World's …
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Lawmakers in the UK are calling for fines of up to $1,300 for "headphone dodgers" who play loud music and videos on public transportation. Current bylaws already ban many forms of anti-social behavior on trains and at stations, but the new law would explicitly ban playing music and videos out loud from a phone on trains and buses in England. The Wo…
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The Poetry Pharmacy opened last summer on London’s famed Oxford Street. It’s a small space packed with poems for every occasion. Founder Deborah Alma says her goal is to introduce poetry to people who don’t normally encounter it. The World's Bianca Hillier reports. This story originally aired on Oct. 11, 2024.…
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There are some memories that imprint themselves on our bodies. When we think about them again, those same feelings still linger and make themselves known. And when the time is right, we get presented with opportunities to heal in ways that we couldn’t in the past. In today’s episode, Rachel is four year post mold - and still processing and healing …
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This month we had a compelling conversation with Manuela Picq, who is a Senior Lecturer in the Departments of Political Science and Sexuality, Women’s and Gender Studies at Amherst College (USA). However, this academic work is just part of Manuela’s life as she lives between Massachusetts and Ecuador where she is an activist defending the water and…
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Technology is changing our world — and how we communicate — at an astonishing rate. So much so that entrepreneur Victor Riparbelli predicts that artificial intelligence will drive audio and video to replace text as our primary form of communication by the end of this decade. He imagines a world where anyone can create a Hollywood film, receive pers…
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When you think of a successful protest movement, most Americans probably think of the American Civil Rights movement, and the March on Washington in 1963. Martin Luther King, Jr. standing behind a podium on the steps of the Lincoln memorial delivered his most famous speech and a line that would come to define the goals of the Civil Rights Movement.…
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What do a farm and a bold voiceover campaign have in common? Heart, hustle, and the power of being heard. Lisa Roberts (Mimi) found her voice among the animals on her farm—literally. With a natural ability to calm creatures big and small, she’s discovering that same soothing presence translates perfectly behind the mic with the help of The Great Vo…
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Overnight, Russia launched another deadly attack in Ukraine. This time, the target was Kyiv. A combination of drones and missiles struck residential areas, killing at least eight people and injuring more than 60. Meanwhile, the Trump administration is pressuring Ukraine to accept a peace proposal that critics say is much more favorable for Russia. …
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Qatar brokered talks between the government of Democratic Republic of Congo and the M23 rebel group, which is backed by Rwanda, to agree to common terms for a dialogue. One of the first notable conditions is a ceasefire. Sonia Rolley, a reporter for Reuters who spent years working in DRC, explains how the talks nearly failed from the beginning, and…
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People in Spain's Catalonia region celebrate Sant Jordi, or Saint George's Day, by giving each other books and roses. It's about language and love, but this year, there's a bit of anger thrown in. It's because the opening author, Javier Cercas, lives in Catalonia but only writes in Spanish — a no-no for local language purists. Cercas is also a crit…
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Scientists have long known that the venom of each rattlesnake species is a distinct, constantly evolving chemical cocktail. Now, new research shows that the venom of rattlesnakes that live on Mexican islands with significant space and competition has evolved to be simpler and better tailored to their prey. Mark Margres of the University of South Fl…
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Today marks the 80th anniversary of the Holocaust, or Yom Hashoah. There are approximately 245,000 Holocaust survivors still alive today, and it’s estimated that there are around 1 million third-generation Holocaust survivors in the United States. As The World Sarah Birnbaum reports, it's falling on them to keep the stories of their grandparents an…
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National Geographic Explorer Paul Salopek has traveled plenty of miles on foot since 2012 when he began his long walking journey across the globe. But he's also crossed a number of sea crossings, as well. Salopek joins Host Marco Werman for a conversation about those sea crossings, the types of ships he took and the people he met along the way.…
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