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Dec 4, 2023 • 9min
Will Venezuela invade Guyana? And counselling Ukrainian children traumatized by war
The podcast discusses the recent referendum in Venezuela to annex parts of Guyana, analyzing the historical context and potential outcomes. It also highlights the challenges faced by Nicolas Maduro in Venezuela's presidential election due to low voter turnout. Additionally, the podcast explores a rehabilitation camp in Ukraine that assists traumatized children affected by war, sharing the story of young boy Nazar and the counseling efforts of project Liberty.
Dec 1, 2023 • 8min
The Israel-Hamas cease-fire ends and fighting resumes
Hamas resumes rocket attacks, Israel resumes airstrikes. Gaza's hospitals struggle to resupply during cease-fire. Tensions in Tel Aviv and Antony Blinken's visit to the region highlighted. Gaza's hospitals face dire conditions and plea for true ceasefire.
Nov 30, 2023 • 9min
War fatigue in Russia
Manifesto from families of Russian troops reveals war fatigue and faltering support for Russia's war in Ukraine. Venezuela experiences oil spills and environmental damage due to neglected infrastructure. Challenges and volunteer efforts in Venezuela's oil industry. Environmental cleanup and gratitude in Santa Rosa.
Nov 29, 2023 • 13min
What it's like on the ground in Gaza from an Israeli and a Palestinian
Israeli and Palestinian perspectives on life in Gaza during war include a reservist describing his role in supporting combat soldiers and a mother's struggle to protect her children from constant fear, bombings, and destruction. The podcast highlights the urgent need for global journalism and assistance for the people in Gaza.
Nov 28, 2023 • 15min
Danger for Gazans who followed Israel's evacuation order; family of released hostage
Abigail Edan, the first American freed from Hamas captivity, is discussed in this episode. The podcast explores the danger faced by Gazans who followed Israel's evacuation order, only to experience heavy bombardment and distressing scenes in the south. The dire conditions and continuous airstrikes in supposedly safer areas of Gaza are highlighted, along with a call to support NPR's coverage of the Israel Hamas war.
Nov 27, 2023 • 7min
The Hamas leader behind the October 7 attack and the hostage release
Yahiya Sinwar, the secretive leader of Hamas in Gaza and mastermind of the October 7 attack on Israel, discusses his background as the 'butcher of Hran Yunus' and his role in rooting out informants for Israel. The podcast explores his rise to power, his views on Israeli captives, the media's role in the Palestinian cause, and the strategy of using violent protests for better conditions in Gaza. The motivations behind capturing hostages and the impact of the ceasefire agreement are also explored.
Nov 24, 2023 • 8min
The economic boom and environmental bust of illegal gold
Illegal gold mining in Brazil brings in over $2 billion a year, but damages the rainforest and poisons indigenous communities. The impact of the good faith law on Brazil's gold trade and the ongoing issue of tainted gold entering the market. Destructive impact of illegal gold mining in the Amazon rainforest, including deforestation and pollution with mercury. Concerns from indigenous communities and local authorities, supporting crackdown on illegal mining while worrying about livelihoods. Call for support and concerns about enforcement measures taken.
Nov 22, 2023 • 13min
A possible deal to release Israeli hostages; Russian news media in exile
Topics discussed include a possible deal between Hamas and Israel to release hostages, the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, contrasting Palestinian sentiments towards a prisoner release, the crackdown on Russian journalists following the Ukraine invasion, and the shift of independent Russian journalism offshore to Latvia.
Nov 21, 2023 • 11min
What it's like to be a Palestinian living in Israel right now
Palestinians living in Israel face discrimination and challenges expressing their opinions. Conflict leads to arrests, firings, and suspensions of Palestinians. The war affects wedding plans and feelings of belonging. Premature babies from Gaza are evacuated to Egypt during the crisis. A woman provides comfort and care to premature babies in an ambulance.
Nov 20, 2023 • 11min
We rewind to a time when Israel and Gaza were close to peace
Explore the optimism of Palestinian statehood and international travel, the turmoil caused by the election of Hamas, personal reflections on Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, and how Firkaten-Noor, an Israeli band, bridges divides through music in the midst of ongoing conflicts.
