http://www.odeo.com/channels/104325-NPR-World-Story-of-the-Day-Podcast no NPR's Foreign Desk picks the top story from the day's international coverage from Morning Edition, All Things Considered and other award-winning NPR programs. NPR's Foreign Desk picks the top story from the day's international coverage from Morning Edition, All Things Considered and other award-winning NPR programs. NPR's Foreign Desk picks the top story from the day's international coverage from Morning Edition, en-us 40 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 20:02:45 -0800 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 20:02:45 -0800 http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25449144-Galbraith-s-Actions-May-Hurt-Independent-Advice Former U.S. ambassador Peter Galbraith denies there were conflicts of interest when he advised the Kurdish government about their constitution. He says the Kurds knew about the business relationship he formed with a Norwegian oil company a year later. Nonetheless, some experts worry Galthraith's actions will make it more difficult for Americans to give advice independently without the suspicion of profit. Former U.S. ambassador Peter Galbraith denies there were conflicts of interest when he advised the Kurdish government about their constitution. He says the Kurds knew about the business relationship he formed with a Norwegian oil company a year later. Nonetheless, some experts worry Galthraith's actions will make it more difficult for Americans to give advice independently without the suspicion of profit. Former U.S. ambassador Peter Galbraith denies there were conflicts of interest when he advised the Kurdish government about their constitution. He says the Kurds knew about the business relationship he formed with a Norwegian oil company a year later. Nonetheless, some experts worry Galthraith's actions will make it more difficult for Americans to give advice independently without the suspicion of profit. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-13,25449144 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 20:02:45 -0800 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25444503-In-India-Skin-Whitening-Creams-Reflect-Old-Biases For decades, the cosmetics industry in India has made millions selling skin-whitening products to women. Now, it's making more money by convincing men that they should be lighter, tapping into a preference that has deep roots in India's history. For decades, the cosmetics industry in India has made millions selling skin-whitening products to women. Now, it's making more money by convincing men that they should be lighter, tapping into a preference that has deep roots in India's history. For decades, the cosmetics industry in India has made millions selling skin-whitening products to women. Now, it's making more money by convincing men that they should be lighter, tapping into a preference that has deep roots in India's history. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-12,25444503 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 20:05:23 -0800 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25439768-Growing-Disenchantment-Over-Afghan-War-In-U-K British Prime Minister Gordon Brown is facing heavy criticism for his handling of the war in Afghanistan. In one town, which has begun an unofficial tradition of mourning British soldiers as the coffins are driven through the streets, support for the troops is universal, but many residents question the Afghanistan mission. British Prime Minister Gordon Brown is facing heavy criticism for his handling of the war in Afghanistan. In one town, which has begun an unofficial tradition of mourning British soldiers as the coffins are driven through the streets, support for the troops is universal, but many residents question the Afghanistan mission. British Prime Minister Gordon Brown is facing heavy criticism for his handling of the war in Afghanistan. In one town, which has begun an unofficial tradition of mourning British soldiers as the coffins are driven through the streets, support for the troops is universal, but many residents question the Afghanistan mission. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-11,25439768 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 20:08:03 -0800 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25434513-Poles-Embrace-The-Good-Life-Post-Communism Two decades after striking shipyard workers in Poland helped to spark the end of communism, many Poles today — especially the young — are enjoying the fruits of capitalism. Since joining the EU in 2004, Poland has developed the most dynamic economy in Eastern Europe. Two decades after striking shipyard workers in Poland helped to spark the end of communism, many Poles today — especially the young — are enjoying the fruits of capitalism. Since joining the EU in 2004, Poland has developed the most dynamic economy in Eastern Europe. Two decades after striking shipyard workers in Poland helped to spark the end of communism, many Poles today — especially the young — are enjoying the fruits of capitalism. Since joining the EU in 2004, Poland has developed the most dynamic economy in Eastern Europe. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-10,25434513 Tue, 10 Nov 2009 20:10:34 -0800 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25428995-The-Night-The-Wall-Fell-Freedom-Fatherhood-Collide Twenty years ago, the Berlin Wall that divided the city and served as the symbol of a Europe divided between communist East and democratic West fell. For one young German, that momentous day held both political and personal significance. Twenty years ago, the Berlin Wall that divided the city and served as the symbol of a Europe divided between communist East and democratic West fell. For one young German, that momentous day held both political and personal significance. Twenty years ago, the Berlin Wall that divided the city and served as the symbol of a Europe divided between communist East and democratic West fell. For one young German, that momentous day held both political and personal significance. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-09,25428995 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 20:06:16 -0800 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25423606-Japan-Wants-U-S-To-Move-Out-Can-They-Still-Be-Friends This week, President Obama is scheduled to begin a 10-day tour of Asia. He is expected to visit Japan, Singapore, China and South Korea. A variety of topics will be on the agenda, including trade relations, North Korea's nuclear ambitions and climate change. When the president visits Japan, he'll have several issues in mind, including a dispute over U.S. military bases in that country. Host Liane Hansen speaks with Japanese Ambassador Ichiro Fujisaki about U.S.-Japan relations. This week, President Obama is scheduled to begin a 10-day tour of Asia. He is expected to visit Japan, Singapore, China and South Korea. A variety of topics will be on the agenda, including trade relations, North Korea's nuclear ambitions and climate change. When the president visits Japan, he'll have several issues in mind, including a dispute over U.S. military bases in that country. Host Liane Hansen speaks with Japanese Ambassador Ichiro Fujisaki about U.S.-Japan relations. This week, President Obama is scheduled to begin a 10-day tour of Asia. He is expected to visit Japan, Singapore, China and South Korea. A variety of topics will be on the agenda, including trade relations, North Korea's nuclear ambitions and climate change. When the president visits Japan, he'll have several issues in mind, including a dispute over U.S. military bases in that country. Host Liane Hansen speaks with Japanese Ambassador Ichiro Fujisaki about U.S.-Japan relations. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-08,25423606 Sun, 08 Nov 2009 20:08:31 -0800 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25419512-Fort-Hood-Shooting-Stuns-Hasan-s-West-Bank-Family In the West Bank, Palestinian relatives of the alleged Fort Hood shooter are shocked and saddened by the mass killings in Texas. Born in Virginia, Nidal Malik Hasan made his first visit to the Palestinian territories a dozen years ago, and had been in touch with relatives in the town of El Bireh on numerous occasions since then. In the West Bank, Palestinian relatives of the alleged Fort Hood shooter are shocked and saddened by the mass killings in Texas. Born in Virginia, Nidal Malik Hasan made his first visit to the Palestinian territories a dozen years ago, and had been in touch with relatives in the town of El Bireh on numerous occasions since then. In the West Bank, Palestinian relatives of the alleged Fort Hood shooter are shocked and saddened by the mass killings in Texas. Born in Virginia, Nidal Malik Hasan made his first visit to the Palestinian territories a dozen years ago, and had been in touch with relatives in the town of El Bireh on numerous occasions since then. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-07,25419512 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 20:10:15 -0800 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25416551-Flu-Threat-Looms-As-Mecca-Readies-For-Pilgrims The H1N1 virus is a major concern for Saudi Arabian authorities, who are gearing up to host millions of Muslims on the annual pilgrimage to Mecca. Health officials are making recommendations and monitoring pilgrims, but otherwise can do little to mitigate the virus' spread. The H1N1 virus is a major concern for Saudi Arabian authorities, who are gearing up to host millions of Muslims on the annual pilgrimage to Mecca. Health officials are making recommendations and monitoring pilgrims, but otherwise can do little to mitigate the virus' spread. The H1N1 virus is a major concern for Saudi Arabian authorities, who are gearing up to host millions of Muslims on the annual pilgrimage to Mecca. Health officials are making recommendations and monitoring pilgrims, but otherwise can do little to mitigate the virus' spread. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-07,25416551 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:37:55 -0800 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25409877-Pain-Of-Global-Downturn-Persists-In-Mexico In a country where nearly half the population already lived below the poverty line, the worldwide recession has slashed all of Mexico's largest sources of revenue. Despite recovery elsewhere, the Mexican economy is shrinking at its fastest pace since the Great Depression. In a country where nearly half the population already lived below the poverty line, the worldwide recession has slashed all of Mexico's largest sources of revenue. Despite recovery elsewhere, the Mexican economy is shrinking at its fastest pace since the Great Depression. In a country where nearly half the population already lived below the poverty line, the worldwide recession has slashed all of Mexico's largest sources of revenue. Despite recovery elsewhere, the Mexican economy is shrinking at its fastest pace since the Great Depression. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-05,25409877 Thu, 05 Nov 2009 20:06:59 -0800 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25403599-Iranian-Protests-Show-Opposition-Is-Still-Strong Tens of thousands of demonstrators poured into the streets of Tehran again on Wednesday to protest against the government and last June's presidential election. Some analysts had begun to write off the Iranian opposition as a spent force. But Wednesday, it was clear the opposition has not melted away. Tens of thousands of demonstrators poured into the streets of Tehran again on Wednesday to protest against the government and last June's presidential election. Some analysts had begun to write off the Iranian opposition as a spent force. But Wednesday, it was clear the opposition has not melted away. Tens of thousands of demonstrators poured into the streets of Tehran again on Wednesday to protest against the government and last June's presidential election. Some analysts had begun to write off the Iranian opposition as a spent force. But Wednesday, it was clear the opposition has not melted away. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-04,25403599 Wed, 04 Nov 2009 20:03:17 -0800 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25398681-Chechen-Leader-s-Islamic-Policies-Stir-Unease In the war-torn Russian republic of Chechnya, Moscow-backed leader Ramzan Kadyrov has ordered the return of Sufi Islam and Chechen traditions as a way to establish control and undercut Muslim extremists. Some in the Kremlin are now beginning to ask what they have unleashed in the unstable region. In the war-torn Russian republic of Chechnya, Moscow-backed leader Ramzan Kadyrov has ordered the return of Sufi Islam and Chechen traditions as a way to establish control and undercut Muslim extremists. Some in the Kremlin are now beginning to ask what they have unleashed in the unstable region. In the war-torn Russian republic of Chechnya, Moscow-backed leader Ramzan Kadyrov has ordered the return of Sufi Islam and Chechen traditions as a way to establish control and undercut Muslim extremists. Some in the Kremlin are now beginning to ask what they have unleashed in the unstable region. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-03,25398681 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:06:05 -0800 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25398682-All-Saints-Day-Brings-French-Families-Together While Americans spent the Halloween weekend dressing up and dishing out candy, families in France have a different tradition. On All Saints Day they gather at family graves, in a gesture of remembrance. The occasion is usually not somber and melancholy, but more a celebration of family ties. While Americans spent the Halloween weekend dressing up and dishing out candy, families in France have a different tradition. On All Saints Day they gather at family graves, in a gesture of remembrance. The occasion is usually not somber and melancholy, but more a celebration of family ties. While Americans spent the Halloween weekend dressing up and dishing out candy, families in France have a different tradition. On All Saints Day they gather at family graves, in a gesture of remembrance. The occasion is usually not somber and melancholy, but more a celebration of family ties. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-03,25398682 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 01:07:59 -0800 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25398683-Clinton-s-Mideast-Trip-Aims-To-Restart-Talks The secretary arrived in the Moroccan city of Marrakesh just after sunrise Sunday morning and over the next couple of days she'll meet with Arab foreign ministers gathered for a conference. Much of her time will also be spent talking with Israeli and Palestinian leaders in a bid to revive Middle East peace negotiations. Guest host Jacki Lyden speaks to NPR's Jackie Northam about Clinton's trip to the Middle East, and her reaction to the news of Dr. Abdullah Abdullah's withdrawal from Afghanistan's runoff elections. The secretary arrived in the Moroccan city of Marrakesh just after sunrise Sunday morning and over the next couple of days she'll meet with Arab foreign ministers gathered for a conference. Much of her time will also be spent talking with Israeli and Palestinian leaders in a bid to revive Middle East peace negotiations. Guest host Jacki Lyden speaks to NPR's Jackie Northam about Clinton's trip to the Middle East, and her reaction to the news of Dr. Abdullah Abdullah's withdrawal from Afghanistan's runoff elections. The secretary arrived in the Moroccan city of Marrakesh just after sunrise Sunday morning and over the next couple of days she'll meet with Arab foreign ministers gathered for a conference. Much of her time will also be spent talking with Israeli and Palestinian leaders in a bid to revive Middle East peace negotiations. Guest host Jacki Lyden speaks to NPR's Jackie Northam about Clinton's trip to the Middle East, and her reaction to the news of Dr. Abdullah Abdullah's withdrawal from Afghanistan's runoff elections. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-01,25398683 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 20:01:23 -0800 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25398684-Iraqis-Fear-New-Enemy-H1N1-Virus Fewer than 500 cases of H1N1 have been reported in Iraq, but it's not uncommon to see schoolchildren walking home wearing surgical masks. Fear of the virus has caused a rash of school closures, and is even preventing some Iraqis from making this year's pilgrimage to Mecca. Fewer than 500 cases of H1N1 have been reported in Iraq, but it's not uncommon to see schoolchildren walking home wearing surgical masks. Fear of the virus has caused a rash of school closures, and is even preventing some Iraqis from making this year's pilgrimage to Mecca. Fewer than 500 cases of H1N1 have been reported in Iraq, but it's not uncommon to see schoolchildren walking home wearing surgical masks. Fear of the virus has caused a rash of school closures, and is even preventing some Iraqis from making this year's pilgrimage to Mecca. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-31,25398684 Sat, 31 Oct 2009 20:03:27 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25398687-Across-Globe-Blogging-Brings-Change In the 40 years since the birth of the Internet on Oct. 29, 1969, the Web has transformed how we live our lives. It has also spawned a new class of celebrity: the blogger. Three bloggers — one in London, one in Shanghai, China, and one in Mumbai, India — share their stories. Philip Reeves Louisa Lim, Vickie Barker In the 40 years since the birth of the Internet on Oct. 29, 1969, the Web has transformed how we live our lives. It has also spawned a new class of celebrity: the blogger. Three bloggers — one in London, one in Shanghai, China, and one in Mumbai, India — share their stories. Philip Reeves Louisa Lim, Vickie Barker In the 40 years since the birth of the Internet on Oct. 29, 1969, the Web has transformed how we live our lives. It has also spawned a new class of celebrity: the blogger. Three bloggers — one in London, one in Shanghai, China, and one in Mumbai, India — share their stories. Philip Reeves Louisa Lim, Vickie Barker tag:odeo.com,2009-10-30,25398687 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 20:04:46 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25398688-Scrutiny-Of-U-S-Afghanistan-Relations-Grows-As-Fatalities-Rise October has been the bloodiest month for U.S. troops since the war in Afghanistan began. Fifty-five troops have been killed and, just Wednesday, five United Nations election workers were killed when a UN guest house was attacked in the capital of Kabul. Host Michel Martin gets the latest updates on Afghanistan from Rick Nelson, a senior fellow at the Center for Strategic and International Studies and a former Navy officer who has served in Afghanistan, as well as Bob Kaplan, a senior fellow at the Center for a new American Security and a writer for the Atlantic Monthly. October has been the bloodiest month for U.S. troops since the war in Afghanistan began. Fifty-five troops have been killed and, just Wednesday, five United Nations election workers were killed when a UN guest house was attacked in the capital of Kabul. Host Michel Martin gets the latest updates on Afghanistan from Rick Nelson, a senior fellow at the Center for Strategic and International Studies and a former Navy officer who has served in Afghanistan, as well as Bob Kaplan, a senior fellow at the Center for a new American Security and a writer for the Atlantic Monthly. October has been the bloodiest month for U.S. troops since the war in Afghanistan began. Fifty-five troops have been killed and, just Wednesday, five United Nations election workers were killed when a UN guest house was attacked in the capital of Kabul. Host Michel Martin gets the latest updates on Afghanistan from Rick Nelson, a senior fellow at the Center for Strategic and International Studies and a former Navy officer who has served in Afghanistan, as well as Bob Kaplan, a senior fellow at the Center for a new American Security and a writer for the Atlantic Monthly. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-30,25398688 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 07:02:27 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25398692-Clinton-s-Goodwill-Trip-Marred-By-Pakistan-Attack A deadly car bomb exploded Wednesday in Peshawar, Pakistan, as Secretary of State Hillary Clinton arrived in the capital, Islamabad, about 100 miles away. She hopes to build and repair fragile relations with a country seen as a critical U.S. ally in the fight against Islamist extremism. A deadly car bomb exploded Wednesday in Peshawar, Pakistan, as Secretary of State Hillary Clinton arrived in the capital, Islamabad, about 100 miles away. She hopes to build and repair fragile relations with a country seen as a critical U.S. ally in the fight against Islamist extremism. A deadly car bomb exploded Wednesday in Peshawar, Pakistan, as Secretary of State Hillary Clinton arrived in the capital, Islamabad, about 100 miles away. She hopes to build and repair fragile relations with a country seen as a critical U.S. ally in the fight against Islamist extremism. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-28,25398692 Wed, 28 Oct 2009 20:03:48 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25398695-In-Gaza-Hamas-Finds-Popularity-Waning The Palestinian militant group Hamas has been consolidating its power more than two years after it took over the Gaza Strip. But the recent conflict with Israel and Gaza's continuing isolation are taking a toll on the group's popularity. The Palestinian militant group Hamas has been consolidating its power more than two years after it took over the Gaza Strip. But the recent conflict with Israel and Gaza's continuing isolation are taking a toll on the group's popularity. The Palestinian militant group Hamas has been consolidating its power more than two years after it took over the Gaza Strip. But the recent conflict with Israel and Gaza's continuing isolation are taking a toll on the group's popularity. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-27,25398695 Tue, 27 Oct 2009 20:06:18 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25381125-Violence-Encroaches-On-Northern-Afghanistan Throughout the war in Afghanistan, most of the insurgent attacks have occurred in the eastern and southern parts of the country. But the northern part of the country has become unstable as well. Afghans' growing frustration with their government, and tense relations between the locals and Western forces, are helping the militants gain traction in the once-stable north. Throughout the war in Afghanistan, most of the insurgent attacks have occurred in the eastern and southern parts of the country. But the northern part of the country has become unstable as well. Afghans' growing frustration with their government, and tense relations between the locals and Western forces, are helping the militants gain traction in the once-stable north. Throughout the war in Afghanistan, most of the insurgent attacks have occurred in the eastern and southern parts of the country. But the northern part of the country has become unstable as well. Afghans' growing frustration with their government, and tense relations between the locals and Western forces, are helping the militants gain traction in the once-stable north. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-26,25381125 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:07:30 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25373252-Car-Bombs-Target-Baghdad-Government-Kill-Dozens More than 100 people are dead after a pair of suicide car bombs exploded in downtown Baghdad. The attacks appeared to target government buildings. NPR'S Quil Lawrence gives host Liane Hansen the latest updates. More than 100 people are dead after a pair of suicide car bombs exploded in downtown Baghdad. The attacks appeared to target government buildings. NPR'S Quil Lawrence gives host Liane Hansen the latest updates. More than 100 people are dead after a pair of suicide car bombs exploded in downtown Baghdad. The attacks appeared to target government buildings. NPR'S Quil Lawrence gives host Liane Hansen the latest updates. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-25,25373252 Sun, 25 Oct 2009 20:03:38 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25366942-In-Mexico-An-Eritrean-Man-Sets-His-Sights-On-U-S Despite the economic downturn and diminishing job opportunities in the United States, impoverished people from around the globe continue to try to make the trek here. One man on Mexico's southern border has spent two years moving from his home country, the African nation of Eritrea, to the edge of Mexico. His ultimate goal? Washington, D.C. Despite the economic downturn and diminishing job opportunities in the United States, impoverished people from around the globe continue to try to make the trek here. One man on Mexico's southern border has spent two years moving from his home country, the African nation of Eritrea, to the edge of Mexico. His ultimate goal? Washington, D.C. Despite the economic downturn and diminishing job opportunities in the United States, impoverished people from around the globe continue to try to make the trek here. One man on Mexico's southern border has spent two years moving from his home country, the African nation of Eritrea, to the edge of Mexico. His ultimate goal? Washington, D.C. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-24,25366942 Sat, 24 Oct 2009 20:03:25 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25361151-Far-Right-Leader-s-TV-Appearance-Sparks-Protests Hundreds of protestors gathered outside the BBC's London headquarters Thursday to complain that a far-right politician was included on a political debate show. Nick Griffin is the leader of the British National Party, a party that until recently demanded the forceful repatriation of all immigrants. Griffin has denied the Holocaust and has been convicted for inciting racial hatred. Hundreds of protestors gathered outside the BBC's London headquarters Thursday to complain that a far-right politician was included on a political debate show. Nick Griffin is the leader of the British National Party, a party that until recently demanded the forceful repatriation of all immigrants. Griffin has denied the Holocaust and has been convicted for inciting racial hatred. Hundreds of protestors gathered outside the BBC's London headquarters Thursday to complain that a far-right politician was included on a political debate show. Nick Griffin is the leader of the British National Party, a party that until recently demanded the forceful repatriation of all immigrants. Griffin has denied the Holocaust and has been convicted for inciting racial hatred. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-23,25361151 Fri, 23 Oct 2009 20:03:03 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25354705-Violence-In-Rio-Raises-Olympic-Security-Concerns Weeks after Rio de Janeiro was awarded the 2016 Olympics, a turf battle between drug gangs has killed two dozen people, including three police officers. The gang warfare raises questions about Rio's ability to control the violence that has plagued its sprawling slums for years. Weeks after Rio de Janeiro was awarded the 2016 Olympics, a turf battle between drug gangs has killed two dozen people, including three police officers. The gang warfare raises questions about Rio's ability to control the violence that has plagued its sprawling slums for years. Weeks after Rio de Janeiro was awarded the 2016 Olympics, a turf battle between drug gangs has killed two dozen people, including three police officers. The gang warfare raises questions about Rio's ability to control the violence that has plagued its sprawling slums for years. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-23,25354705 Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:36:30 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25334560-In-War-Zones-Rape-Is-A-Powerful-Weapon Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has made combating sexual violence against women a top priority. But there are many obstacles to change in places such as conflict-ravaged Congo, which is suffering from an epidemic of rape. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has made combating sexual violence against women a top priority. But there are many obstacles to change in places such as conflict-ravaged Congo, which is suffering from an epidemic of rape. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has made combating sexual violence against women a top priority. But there are many obstacles to change in places such as conflict-ravaged Congo, which is suffering from an epidemic of rape. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-21,25334560 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 20:08:46 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25321985-Guinea-Shaken-By-Wave-Of-Rapes-During-Crackdown Guinea is still struggling to deal with the deadly military crackdown on a pro-democracy rally last month. What has shocked people most is that women were targeted in a wave of sexual violence allegedly perpetrated by soldiers in public, in broad daylight. Guinea is still struggling to deal with the deadly military crackdown on a pro-democracy rally last month. What has shocked people most is that women were targeted in a wave of sexual violence allegedly perpetrated by soldiers in public, in broad daylight. Guinea is still struggling to deal with the deadly military crackdown on a pro-democracy rally last month. What has shocked people most is that women were targeted in a wave of sexual violence allegedly perpetrated by soldiers in public, in broad daylight. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-20,25321985 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 20:03:14 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25316108-Greece-Unveils-Museum-Meant-For-Stolen-Sculptures Two centuries ago, Lord Elgin pried sculptures off the Parthenon and took them to Britain. For decades, the main argument against the return of the marbles was Greece's lack of a suitable location for their display. The new Acropolis Museum is a stunning rebuttal. Two centuries ago, Lord Elgin pried sculptures off the Parthenon and took them to Britain. For decades, the main argument against the return of the marbles was Greece's lack of a suitable location for their display. The new Acropolis Museum is a stunning rebuttal. Two centuries ago, Lord Elgin pried sculptures off the Parthenon and took them to Britain. For decades, the main argument against the return of the marbles was Greece's lack of a suitable location for their display. The new Acropolis Museum is a stunning rebuttal. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-19,25316108 Mon, 19 Oct 2009 20:02:08 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25310703-Without-Pigs-Cairo-Looks-For-Solar-Garbage-Fix Early this summer, amid fears of the spread of swine flu, the Egyptian government ordered the slaughter of some 250,000 pigs in Cairo. The pigs used to eat much of the city's garbage. Now a non-profit organization called Solar Cities is looking to put all that extra organic waste to use—-by turning it into natural gas. Early this summer, amid fears of the spread of swine flu, the Egyptian government ordered the slaughter of some 250,000 pigs in Cairo. The pigs used to eat much of the city's garbage. Now a non-profit organization called Solar Cities is looking to put all that extra organic waste to use—-by turning it into natural gas. Early this summer, amid fears of the spread of swine flu, the Egyptian government ordered the slaughter of some 250,000 pigs in Cairo. The pigs used to eat much of the city's garbage. Now a non-profit organization called Solar Cities is looking to put all that extra organic waste to use—-by turning it into natural gas. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-18,25310703 Sun, 18 Oct 2009 20:03:19 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25305573-Wary-Afghans-Watch-As-U-S-Mulls-Over-More-Troops The U.S. debate over increasing the force size in Afghanistan resonates on the streets of Kabul. The U.S. debate over increasing the force size in Afghanistan resonates on the streets of Kabul. The U.S. debate over increasing the force size in Afghanistan resonates on the streets of Kabul. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-17,25305573 Sat, 17 Oct 2009 20:04:17 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25300646-U-S-Is-Main-Foe-In-North-Korea-s-History-Lessons The chasm between North Korea and the United States sometimes seems insurmountable, especially on questions of history — and the way it's portrayed in North Korean propaganda. In the U.S., the Korean War is known as the Forgotten War; in Pyongyang, it is the Victorious Fatherland Liberation War. The chasm between North Korea and the United States sometimes seems insurmountable, especially on questions of history — and the way it's portrayed in North Korean propaganda. In the U.S., the Korean War is known as the Forgotten War; in Pyongyang, it is the Victorious Fatherland Liberation War. The chasm between North Korea and the United States sometimes seems insurmountable, especially on questions of history — and the way it's portrayed in North Korean propaganda. In the U.S., the Korean War is known as the Forgotten War; in Pyongyang, it is the Victorious Fatherland Liberation War. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-16,25300646 Fri, 16 Oct 2009 20:09:00 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25294066-Saudis-Question-Soft-Strategy-Toward-Militants In August, Saudi Arabia's counterterrorism chief survived an assassination attempt by a known al-Qaida member who had come to the official's home to turn himself in. The attack raises questions in the country, where rehabilitation is the favored method for combating terrorism. In August, Saudi Arabia's counterterrorism chief survived an assassination attempt by a known al-Qaida member who had come to the official's home to turn himself in. The attack raises questions in the country, where rehabilitation is the favored method for combating terrorism. In August, Saudi Arabia's counterterrorism chief survived an assassination attempt by a known al-Qaida member who had come to the official's home to turn himself in. The attack raises questions in the country, where rehabilitation is the favored method for combating terrorism. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-15,25294066 Thu, 15 Oct 2009 20:01:09 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25288048-After-Sudan-s-Civil-War-Where-The-Wild-Things-Are For more than 20 years, southern Sudan was a war zone. But the conflict was not as devastating to the animals of Boma National Park as believed. The park is teeming with wildlife, raising hopes that it could attract eco-minded tourists and create badly needed local jobs. But the area is so remote that it would take a major investment to bring creature comforts to a land of prickly acacia trees, tall grass and cattails. For more than 20 years, southern Sudan was a war zone. But the conflict was not as devastating to the animals of Boma National Park as believed. The park is teeming with wildlife, raising hopes that it could attract eco-minded tourists and create badly needed local jobs. But the area is so remote that it would take a major investment to bring creature comforts to a land of prickly acacia trees, tall grass and cattails. For more than 20 years, southern Sudan was a war zone. But the conflict was not as devastating to the animals of Boma National Park as believed. The park is teeming with wildlife, raising hopes that it could attract eco-minded tourists and create badly needed local jobs. But the area is so remote that it would take a major investment to bring creature comforts to a land of prickly acacia trees, tall grass and cattails. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-14,25288048 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 20:05:39 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25282355-Arrest-For-Wearing-Pants-Galvanizes-Women-In-Sudan In July, Sudanese journalist Lubna Ahmed Hussein was arrested in Khartoum under the nation's decency law and was ultimately convicted of wearing trousers at a nightclub. Her arrest turned her into a women's rights activist, and fired up other women who seek to change the nation's criminal code. In July, Sudanese journalist Lubna Ahmed Hussein was arrested in Khartoum under the nation's decency law and was ultimately convicted of wearing trousers at a nightclub. Her arrest turned her into a women's rights activist, and fired up other women who seek to change the nation's criminal code. In July, Sudanese journalist Lubna Ahmed Hussein was arrested in Khartoum under the nation's decency law and was ultimately convicted of wearing trousers at a nightclub. Her arrest turned her into a women's rights activist, and fired up other women who seek to change the nation's criminal code. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-13,25282355 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:05:15 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25276969-Soviet-Era-Tale-Enthralls-Russian-TV-Viewers A prime-time documentary gripped Russian television viewers recently. In it, an elderly Jewish woman tells the story of her life under authoritarian Soviet rule. She and her friends settled into a life of quiet dissent, anonymously helping the families of political prisoners and doing work that didn't compromise their principles. A prime-time documentary gripped Russian television viewers recently. In it, an elderly Jewish woman tells the story of her life under authoritarian Soviet rule. She and her friends settled into a life of quiet dissent, anonymously helping the families of political prisoners and doing work that didn't compromise their principles. A prime-time documentary gripped Russian television viewers recently. In it, an elderly Jewish woman tells the story of her life under authoritarian Soviet rule. She and her friends settled into a life of quiet dissent, anonymously helping the families of political prisoners and doing work that didn't compromise their principles. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-13,25276969 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:33:19 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25271312-Bloody-Hostage-Drama-At-Pakistan-Army-Headquarters In Pakistan, commandos staged an assault under cover of darkness to end a hostage drama at the nation's Army Headquarters in Rawalpindi. The operation freed 39 hostages, but three others were killed. The commandos killed four of the captors, believed to be Taliban militants. The raid ended an ordeal which kept one of the country's most sensitive military installations in a precarious state for 18 hours. Host Liane Hansen speaks to NPR's Julie McCarthy about the rescue of 39 hostages at the Pakistan army headquarters in Rawalpindi. (3:30) In Pakistan, commandos staged an assault under cover of darkness to end a hostage drama at the nation's Army Headquarters in Rawalpindi. The operation freed 39 hostages, but three others were killed. The commandos killed four of the captors, believed to be Taliban militants. The raid ended an ordeal which kept one of the country's most sensitive military installations in a precarious state for 18 hours. Host Liane Hansen speaks to NPR's Julie McCarthy about the rescue of 39 hostages at the Pakistan army headquarters in Rawalpindi. (3:30) In Pakistan, commandos staged an assault under cover of darkness to end a hostage drama at the nation's Army Headquarters in Rawalpindi. The operation freed 39 hostages, but three others were killed. The commandos killed four of the captors, believed to be Taliban militants. The raid ended an ordeal which kept one of the country's most sensitive military installations in a precarious state for 18 hours. Host Liane Hansen speaks to NPR's Julie McCarthy about the rescue of 39 hostages at the Pakistan army headquarters in Rawalpindi. (3:30) tag:odeo.com,2009-10-11,25271312 Sun, 11 Oct 2009 20:04:41 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25262859-World-Reacts-To-Obama-s-Nobel World leaders have urged President Obama to seize the surprise award of the Nobel Peace Prize as a chance to increase diplomatic efforts to forge peace in the globe's trouble spots. The announcement is being interpreted by many in Europe as a bid to encourage Obama's diplomatic overtures toward America's enemies. World leaders have urged President Obama to seize the surprise award of the Nobel Peace Prize as a chance to increase diplomatic efforts to forge peace in the globe's trouble spots. The announcement is being interpreted by many in Europe as a bid to encourage Obama's diplomatic overtures toward America's enemies. World leaders have urged President Obama to seize the surprise award of the Nobel Peace Prize as a chance to increase diplomatic efforts to forge peace in the globe's trouble spots. The announcement is being interpreted by many in Europe as a bid to encourage Obama's diplomatic overtures toward America's enemies. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-09,25262859 Fri, 09 Oct 2009 20:08:20 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25257561-North-Korea-s-Kim-Jong-Il-Reasserts-Control The regime of North Korean leader Kim Jong Il appears to be rolling back reforms and putting succession plans on hold. Speculation has been swirling about whether the ailing Kim has anointed his youngest son as successor. But, as NPR's Louisa Lim reports — after a rare five-day visit to North Korea — Kim Jong Il now is back on center stage. The regime of North Korean leader Kim Jong Il appears to be rolling back reforms and putting succession plans on hold. Speculation has been swirling about whether the ailing Kim has anointed his youngest son as successor. But, as NPR's Louisa Lim reports — after a rare five-day visit to North Korea — Kim Jong Il now is back on center stage. The regime of North Korean leader Kim Jong Il appears to be rolling back reforms and putting succession plans on hold. Speculation has been swirling about whether the ailing Kim has anointed his youngest son as successor. But, as NPR's Louisa Lim reports — after a rare five-day visit to North Korea — Kim Jong Il now is back on center stage. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-08,25257561 Thu, 08 Oct 2009 20:44:20 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25251795-In-Pakistan-U-S-Aid-Package-Stirs-Anger An emotional debate is under way in Pakistan over a U.S. plan to provide the country with $1.5 billion in economic aid for each of the next five years. Many Pakistanis view the plan, approved by Congress last week, as U.S. interference in their internal affairs. An emotional debate is under way in Pakistan over a U.S. plan to provide the country with $1.5 billion in economic aid for each of the next five years. Many Pakistanis view the plan, approved by Congress last week, as U.S. interference in their internal affairs. An emotional debate is under way in Pakistan over a U.S. plan to provide the country with $1.5 billion in economic aid for each of the next five years. Many Pakistanis view the plan, approved by Congress last week, as U.S. interference in their internal affairs. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-07,25251795 Wed, 07 Oct 2009 20:05:05 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25246154-Mediator-Sent-To-Guinea-After-Bloody-Protest After the killing of dozens of pro-democracy demonstrators by security forces in Guinea, West African leaders have sent a presidential mediator in a bid to calm tensions. Human-rights groups say 157 were killed, more than 1,200 were wounded and many women were raped at what started as a peaceful opposition rally. After the killing of dozens of pro-democracy demonstrators by security forces in Guinea, West African leaders have sent a presidential mediator in a bid to calm tensions. Human-rights groups say 157 were killed, more than 1,200 were wounded and many women were raped at what started as a peaceful opposition rally. After the killing of dozens of pro-democracy demonstrators by security forces in Guinea, West African leaders have sent a presidential mediator in a bid to calm tensions. Human-rights groups say 157 were killed, more than 1,200 were wounded and many women were raped at what started as a peaceful opposition rally. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-06,25246154 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 20:09:58 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25240014-Rich-Vs-Poor-At-Root-Of-Honduran-Political-Crisis In Honduras, a protracted presidential standoff is highlighting the deep divisions in the country's society. Supporters say deposed President Manuel Zelaya is being punished for snubbing the elite and championing the poor; critics say he acted unconstitutionally. In Honduras, a protracted presidential standoff is highlighting the deep divisions in the country's society. Supporters say deposed President Manuel Zelaya is being punished for snubbing the elite and championing the poor; critics say he acted unconstitutionally. In Honduras, a protracted presidential standoff is highlighting the deep divisions in the country's society. Supporters say deposed President Manuel Zelaya is being punished for snubbing the elite and championing the poor; critics say he acted unconstitutionally. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-05,25240014 Mon, 05 Oct 2009 20:03:58 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25233877-Ireland-Says-Yes-To-European-Union The people of Ireland have overwhelmingly approved a document known as the Lisbon Treaty, which some are calling a new constitution for the European Union. But it seems the debate about how much sovereignty European countries cede to Brussels is far from over. The people of Ireland have overwhelmingly approved a document known as the Lisbon Treaty, which some are calling a new constitution for the European Union. But it seems the debate about how much sovereignty European countries cede to Brussels is far from over. The people of Ireland have overwhelmingly approved a document known as the Lisbon Treaty, which some are calling a new constitution for the European Union. But it seems the debate about how much sovereignty European countries cede to Brussels is far from over. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-04,25233877 Sun, 04 Oct 2009 20:03:45 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25229535-Iraqi-Arabs-Wary-Of-Joint-Patrols-With-Kurds-In-North The U.S. commander in Iraq has proposed joint patrols in the country's north. Baghdad initially rejected the idea. U.S. military leaders say such measures are already working, but some Iraqi politicians fear they might help Kurds keep control over towns they have occupied since 2003. The U.S. commander in Iraq has proposed joint patrols in the country's north. Baghdad initially rejected the idea. U.S. military leaders say such measures are already working, but some Iraqi politicians fear they might help Kurds keep control over towns they have occupied since 2003. The U.S. commander in Iraq has proposed joint patrols in the country's north. Baghdad initially rejected the idea. U.S. military leaders say such measures are already working, but some Iraqi politicians fear they might help Kurds keep control over towns they have occupied since 2003. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-03,25229535 Sat, 03 Oct 2009 20:06:33 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25225719-Elevator-Or-The-Stairs-In-Israel-Rabbis-Weigh-In Some prominent rabbis in Israel have declared that Shabbat elevators — specially designed to run without the need for passengers to press buttons — must not be used. It has stoked the eternal debate about what an observant Jew may and may not do on the Sabbath. Some prominent rabbis in Israel have declared that Shabbat elevators — specially designed to run without the need for passengers to press buttons — must not be used. It has stoked the eternal debate about what an observant Jew may and may not do on the Sabbath. Some prominent rabbis in Israel have declared that Shabbat elevators — specially designed to run without the need for passengers to press buttons — must not be used. It has stoked the eternal debate about what an observant Jew may and may not do on the Sabbath. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-02,25225719 Fri, 02 Oct 2009 20:01:38 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25219868-Mexico-s-La-Familia-Cartel-Mixes-Spiritualism-Crime The Mexican government's war against drug cartels over the past three years has claimed more than 11,000 lives, snared thousands of alleged criminals and brought down scores of politicians. One of the newer cartels being pursued by President Felipe Calderon's administration is La Familia, a group that mixes politics, spiritualism and violence. The Mexican government's war against drug cartels over the past three years has claimed more than 11,000 lives, snared thousands of alleged criminals and brought down scores of politicians. One of the newer cartels being pursued by President Felipe Calderon's administration is La Familia, a group that mixes politics, spiritualism and violence. The Mexican government's war against drug cartels over the past three years has claimed more than 11,000 lives, snared thousands of alleged criminals and brought down scores of politicians. One of the newer cartels being pursued by President Felipe Calderon's administration is La Familia, a group that mixes politics, spiritualism and violence. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-01,25219868 Thu, 01 Oct 2009 20:02:28 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25213906-Britain-Nearly-8-Percent-Of-People-Out-Of-Work Unemployment in Britain is at its highest level in 14 years. The downturn is affecting graduates, and non-graduates alike, sparking concerns of what some are calling a "lost generation" among Britain's young people. Unemployment in Britain is at its highest level in 14 years. The downturn is affecting graduates, and non-graduates alike, sparking concerns of what some are calling a "lost generation" among Britain's young people. Unemployment in Britain is at its highest level in 14 years. The downturn is affecting graduates, and non-graduates alike, sparking concerns of what some are calling a "lost generation" among Britain's young people. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-30,25213906 Wed, 30 Sep 2009 20:06:46 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25208927-In-Russia-Business-World-Still-Lacks-Transparency President Obama and Russian President Dmitry Medvedev are pushing to strengthen investment ties between the two countries. But doing business in Russia remains complicated and risky: Corruption is still common, and getting information about a prospective partner can be difficult. President Obama and Russian President Dmitry Medvedev are pushing to strengthen investment ties between the two countries. But doing business in Russia remains complicated and risky: Corruption is still common, and getting information about a prospective partner can be difficult. President Obama and Russian President Dmitry Medvedev are pushing to strengthen investment ties between the two countries. But doing business in Russia remains complicated and risky: Corruption is still common, and getting information about a prospective partner can be difficult. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-30,25208927 Wed, 30 Sep 2009 04:17:34 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25203424-Britons-Divided-On-Afghan-War-Participation President Obama is reconsidering U.S. strategy in the Afghan War. NATO allies have a major role in this fight and Washington has been asking them to contribute more. In Britain, public opinion on the Afghan war is not as clear cut as it was in opposition to the Iraq War. There are plenty of people saying the job must be finished, while others think it's a war the allies can't win. President Obama is reconsidering U.S. strategy in the Afghan War. NATO allies have a major role in this fight and Washington has been asking them to contribute more. In Britain, public opinion on the Afghan war is not as clear cut as it was in opposition to the Iraq War. There are plenty of people saying the job must be finished, while others think it's a war the allies can't win. President Obama is reconsidering U.S. strategy in the Afghan War. NATO allies have a major role in this fight and Washington has been asking them to contribute more. In Britain, public opinion on the Afghan war is not as clear cut as it was in opposition to the Iraq War. There are plenty of people saying the job must be finished, while others think it's a war the allies can't win. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-29,25203424 Tue, 29 Sep 2009 00:38:38 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25197095-Prime-Polluter-China-May-Also-Lead-In-Green-Technology China currently produces more CO2 than any other country in the world, but it's also poised to be the next leader in green technology. Host Liane Hansen talks to Barbara Finamore, founder and director of the China program at the National Resources Defense Council about China's green initiatives and how they compare to what's happening in the U.S. China currently produces more CO2 than any other country in the world, but it's also poised to be the next leader in green technology. Host Liane Hansen talks to Barbara Finamore, founder and director of the China program at the National Resources Defense Council about China's green initiatives and how they compare to what's happening in the U.S. China currently produces more CO2 than any other country in the world, but it's also poised to be the next leader in green technology. Host Liane Hansen talks to Barbara Finamore, founder and director of the China program at the National Resources Defense Council about China's green initiatives and how they compare to what's happening in the U.S. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-27,25197095 Sun, 27 Sep 2009 20:05:50 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25192918-In-Darfur-Absence-Of-Fighting-Doesn-t-Equal-Peace U.S. and international officials say the situation in Sudan's war-torn region of Darfur is improving, but that is little comfort to Darfur refugees, who have a very different perspective. Outright war may have halted for now, but violence, insecurity and extreme privation remain. U.S. and international officials say the situation in Sudan's war-torn region of Darfur is improving, but that is little comfort to Darfur refugees, who have a very different perspective. Outright war may have halted for now, but violence, insecurity and extreme privation remain. U.S. and international officials say the situation in Sudan's war-torn region of Darfur is improving, but that is little comfort to Darfur refugees, who have a very different perspective. Outright war may have halted for now, but violence, insecurity and extreme privation remain. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-26,25192918 Sat, 26 Sep 2009 20:03:36 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25187825-Palestinian-TV-Show-Satirizes-Life-Leaders Country on a String is unusual in the Arab world — a comedy sketch show that takes aim at Palestinian leaders on the TV channel they control. The popular show debuted during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. Country on a String is unusual in the Arab world — a comedy sketch show that takes aim at Palestinian leaders on the TV channel they control. The popular show debuted during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. Country on a String is unusual in the Arab world — a comedy sketch show that takes aim at Palestinian leaders on the TV channel they control. The popular show debuted during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-25,25187825 Fri, 25 Sep 2009 20:10:17 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25181189-An-Indian-Doctor-s-Cure-All-Charlie-Chaplin Ashok Aswani has been a fan of Charlie Chaplin for more than 40 years. Now, the practitioner of ayurvedic medicine heads a club of other equally serious fans of the silent-movie-era icon and uses Chaplin movies to help patients suffering from depression. Ashok Aswani has been a fan of Charlie Chaplin for more than 40 years. Now, the practitioner of ayurvedic medicine heads a club of other equally serious fans of the silent-movie-era icon and uses Chaplin movies to help patients suffering from depression. Ashok Aswani has been a fan of Charlie Chaplin for more than 40 years. Now, the practitioner of ayurvedic medicine heads a club of other equally serious fans of the silent-movie-era icon and uses Chaplin movies to help patients suffering from depression. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-24,25181189 Thu, 24 Sep 2009 20:04:57 -0700 no NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast