Spotlight English
Spotlight English
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Episodes
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May 5, 2020 • 15min
Saving Mingi Children
Is it possible to change traditional cultural beliefs? Robin Basselin and Ryan Geertsma tell Lale Labuko’s story. He has worked to end child sacrifice among Ethiopian tribes.
May 4, 2020 • 15min
Ancient Rope Bridges
The Inca people of Peru continue an ancient tradition. Liz Waid and Ryan Geertsma tell about the way their community comes together to achieve a common goal.
May 1, 2020 • 15min
The Global Press Institute
Where do you get news? Do you trust newspapers and radio in your community? Bruce Gulland and Colin Lowther look at an organization training local reporters.
Apr 30, 2020 • 15min
The Green Belt Movement
Liz Waid and Adam Navis remember the life of Wangari Maathai - the first African woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize.
Apr 29, 2020 • 15min
George Muller - Father to Many
Bruce Gulland and Liz Waid tell about the life and work of George Müller. He refused a salary, and still provided homes for 2,000 orphans.
Apr 28, 2020 • 15min
Does a Beard Make You a Man?
Apr 27, 2020 • 15min
Stones for Remembering
Ryan Geertsma and Robin Basselin look at the stumbling stone memorials in Europe. These stones encourage people to remember victims of the Holocaust.
Apr 24, 2020 • 15min
Selfies - Pictures of Yourself
Do you take selfies? Liz Waid and Colin Lowther look at why people like to take pictures of themselves.
Apr 23, 2020 • 15min
Palm Oil Problems
Liz Waid and Adam Navis look at a very popular and useful product - palm oil. However, big palm oil farms also cause many problems.
Apr 22, 2020 • 15min
Fortnite - Simply Survive
Adam Navis and Liz Waid look at the popular video game Fortnite. This popular game has even influenced culture.
