http://www.odeo.com/channels/2117725-PRI-s-The-World-from-BBC-PRI-WGBH no The World is a US-based international news and analysis program co-produced by the BBC World Service, Public Radio international, and WGBH Public Radio in Boston. Hosted by Marco Werman The World is a US-based international news and analysis program co-produced by the BBC World Service, Public Radio international, and WGBH Public Radio in Boston. Hosted by Marco Werman The World is a US-based international news and analysis program co-produced by the BBC World Service, Public Radio international, and WGBH Public Radio in Boston. Hosted by Marco Werman en-us 40 Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:30:00 -0800 Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:30:00 -0800 Copyright 2008 PRI's The World Politics http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25543682-PRI-s-The-World-December-15-2009 Today on The World: The Red Cross visits Taliban-held prisoners in Afghanistan; The man credited with bringing rock and roll to Korea is honored by American guitar-maker Fender; And books from around the world that young readers might like this holiday season. Today on The World: The Red Cross visits Taliban-held prisoners in Afghanistan; The man credited with bringing rock and roll to Korea is honored by American guitar-maker Fender; And books from around the world that young readers might like this holiday season. Today on The World: The Red Cross visits Taliban-held prisoners in Afghanistan; The man credited with bringing rock and roll to Korea is honored by American guitar-maker Fender; And books from around the world that young readers might like this holiday season. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-15,25543682 Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:30:00 -0800 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25539252-PRI-s-The-World-December-14-2009 Today on The World: The challenge facing US forces when it comes to policing and protecting civilians in Afghanistan; Also, men protest against the Iranian government by wearing head scarves; And world book picks for the holidays. Today on The World: The challenge facing US forces when it comes to policing and protecting civilians in Afghanistan; Also, men protest against the Iranian government by wearing head scarves; And world book picks for the holidays. Today on The World: The challenge facing US forces when it comes to policing and protecting civilians in Afghanistan; Also, men protest against the Iranian government by wearing head scarves; And world book picks for the holidays. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-14,25539252 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 14:30:00 -0800 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25525206-PRI-s-The-World-December-11-2009 Today on The World: A closer look at America's not-so-secret drone war inside Pakistan. Also, a ruling on food labeling in Britain highlights the divide between Israelis and Palestinians. Plus -- why some say Ontario's aggressive renewable energy plan could help the earth, but harm people. Today on The World: A closer look at America's not-so-secret drone war inside Pakistan. Also, a ruling on food labeling in Britain highlights the divide between Israelis and Palestinians. Plus -- why some say Ontario's aggressive renewable energy plan could help the earth, but harm people. Today on The World: A closer look at America's not-so-secret drone war inside Pakistan. Also, a ruling on food labeling in Britain highlights the divide between Israelis and Palestinians. Plus -- why some say Ontario's aggressive renewable energy plan could help the earth, but harm people. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-11,25525206 Fri, 11 Dec 2009 14:30:00 -0800 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25520305-PRI-s-The-World-December-10-2009 Today on The World: Obama accepted his Nobel Peace Prize today...he'll leave Oslo without going through the entire traditional ceremony and that's leaving some Norwegians a bit miffed, Human rights activists have provided proof that Robert Mugabe used rape to terrorize political opponents during Zimbabwe's contested presidential election last year, and protests over the construction freeze on West Bank settlements is driving a wedge between the settlers themselves. Today on The World: Obama accepted his Nobel Peace Prize today...he'll leave Oslo without going through the entire traditional ceremony and that's leaving some Norwegians a bit miffed, Human rights activists have provided proof that Robert Mugabe used rape to terrorize political opponents during Zimbabwe's contested presidential election last year, and protests over the construction freeze on West Bank settlements is driving a wedge between the settlers themselves. Today on The World: Obama accepted his Nobel Peace Prize today...he'll leave Oslo without going through the entire traditional ceremony and that's leaving some Norwegians a bit miffed, Human rights activists have provided proof that Robert Mugabe used rape to terrorize political opponents during Zimbabwe's contested presidential election last year, and protests over the construction freeze on West Bank settlements is driving a wedge between the settlers themselves. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-10,25520305 Thu, 10 Dec 2009 14:30:00 -0800 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25515631-PRI-s-The-World-December-9-2009 Today on The World: Divisions emerge among developing countries at climate summit, Three women challenge Ireland's strict abortion law in a European court, and Arab comedians gather in Jordan for an international comedy festival. Today on The World: Divisions emerge among developing countries at climate summit, Three women challenge Ireland's strict abortion law in a European court, and Arab comedians gather in Jordan for an international comedy festival. Today on The World: Divisions emerge among developing countries at climate summit, Three women challenge Ireland's strict abortion law in a European court, and Arab comedians gather in Jordan for an international comedy festival. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-09,25515631 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 14:30:00 -0800 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25510655-PRI-s-The-World-December-8-2009 Today on The World: The top US commander in Afghanistan testified on Capitol Hill today that the Taliban momentum can be reversed; Also, Colombia's president faces down a scandal where money meant for poor farmers wound up in the pockets of his supporters; and, we meet Israel's Arab-Israeli diplomat. Today on The World: The top US commander in Afghanistan testified on Capitol Hill today that the Taliban momentum can be reversed; Also, Colombia's president faces down a scandal where money meant for poor farmers wound up in the pockets of his supporters; and, we meet Israel's Arab-Israeli diplomat. Today on The World: The top US commander in Afghanistan testified on Capitol Hill today that the Taliban momentum can be reversed; Also, Colombia's president faces down a scandal where money meant for poor farmers wound up in the pockets of his supporters; and, we meet Israel's Arab-Israeli diplomat. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-08,25510655 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 14:30:00 -0800 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25505534-PRI-s-The-World-December-7-2009 Today on The World: New protests against the government in Iran; Also, India's approach to global climate talks; And a youth choir from India that's developing a global reputation. Today on The World: New protests against the government in Iran; Also, India's approach to global climate talks; And a youth choir from India that's developing a global reputation. Today on The World: New protests against the government in Iran; Also, India's approach to global climate talks; And a youth choir from India that's developing a global reputation. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-07,25505534 Mon, 07 Dec 2009 14:30:00 -0800 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25492726-PRI-s-The-World-December-4-2009 Today on The World: Suicide militants kill at least 35 people in a mosque in Pakistan, a look inside the Dubai debt crisis, and how China might clean up its image while it works to clean up the environment. Today on The World: Suicide militants kill at least 35 people in a mosque in Pakistan, a look inside the Dubai debt crisis, and how China might clean up its image while it works to clean up the environment. Today on The World: Suicide militants kill at least 35 people in a mosque in Pakistan, a look inside the Dubai debt crisis, and how China might clean up its image while it works to clean up the environment. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-04,25492726 Fri, 04 Dec 2009 14:30:00 -0800 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25487141-PRI-s-The-World-December-3-2009 Today on The World: Can Pakistan help President Obama deliver on his new strategy for Afghanistan? Also, the pros and cons of an ambitious and new green energy plan in Ontario, Canada. And the ongoing effects in the US of the 1984 gas leak disaster in Bhopal, India. Today on The World: Can Pakistan help President Obama deliver on his new strategy for Afghanistan? Also, the pros and cons of an ambitious and new green energy plan in Ontario, Canada. And the ongoing effects in the US of the 1984 gas leak disaster in Bhopal, India. Today on The World: Can Pakistan help President Obama deliver on his new strategy for Afghanistan? Also, the pros and cons of an ambitious and new green energy plan in Ontario, Canada. And the ongoing effects in the US of the 1984 gas leak disaster in Bhopal, India. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-03,25487141 Thu, 03 Dec 2009 14:30:00 -0800 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25481742-PRI-s-The-World-December-2-2009 Today on The World: President Obama's Afghanistan strategy gets a hearing on Capitol Hill; 25 years on - a look back at industrial disaster in Bhopal, India; And promoting polygamy in Indonesia. Today on The World: President Obama's Afghanistan strategy gets a hearing on Capitol Hill; 25 years on - a look back at industrial disaster in Bhopal, India; And promoting polygamy in Indonesia. Today on The World: President Obama's Afghanistan strategy gets a hearing on Capitol Hill; 25 years on - a look back at industrial disaster in Bhopal, India; And promoting polygamy in Indonesia. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-02,25481742 Wed, 02 Dec 2009 14:30:00 -0800 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25467889-PRI-s-The-World-December-1-2009 Today on The World: American soldiers in Afghanistan anticipate President Obama's new plan for the war there. Also, a history of military failures in Afghanistan. And a small English village turns an old phone booth - into a new library. Today on The World: American soldiers in Afghanistan anticipate President Obama's new plan for the war there. Also, a history of military failures in Afghanistan. And a small English village turns an old phone booth - into a new library. Today on The World: American soldiers in Afghanistan anticipate President Obama's new plan for the war there. Also, a history of military failures in Afghanistan. And a small English village turns an old phone booth - into a new library. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-01,25467889 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 14:30:00 -0800 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25467891-PRI-s-The-World-November-30-2009 Today on The World: Anticipation for President Obama's announcement tomorrow on Afghanistan; Also, a reporter's view of how organized crime has evolved over the years in Japan; And, how Dubai's financial problems could lead to more problems in Europe and elsewhere. Today on The World: Anticipation for President Obama's announcement tomorrow on Afghanistan; Also, a reporter's view of how organized crime has evolved over the years in Japan; And, how Dubai's financial problems could lead to more problems in Europe and elsewhere. Today on The World: Anticipation for President Obama's announcement tomorrow on Afghanistan; Also, a reporter's view of how organized crime has evolved over the years in Japan; And, how Dubai's financial problems could lead to more problems in Europe and elsewhere. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-30,25467891 Mon, 30 Nov 2009 14:30:00 -0800 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25467892-PRI-s-The-World-November-27-2009 Today on The World: the debt crisis in Dubai sends shock waves through world markets; world powers back a UN censure against Iran for its nuclear activities, and the story behind the women's rights movement in Iran. Today on The World: the debt crisis in Dubai sends shock waves through world markets; world powers back a UN censure against Iran for its nuclear activities, and the story behind the women's rights movement in Iran. Today on The World: the debt crisis in Dubai sends shock waves through world markets; world powers back a UN censure against Iran for its nuclear activities, and the story behind the women's rights movement in Iran. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-27,25467892 Fri, 27 Nov 2009 14:30:00 -0800 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25467894-PRI-s-The-World-November-26-2009 Today on The World: A British inquiry into the Iraq war reveals more about what Bush and Blair discussed before the 2003 invasion; why a troubled world economy is good for the world of romance novels, and we find out what can be heard at the International Body Music Festival. Today on The World: A British inquiry into the Iraq war reveals more about what Bush and Blair discussed before the 2003 invasion; why a troubled world economy is good for the world of romance novels, and we find out what can be heard at the International Body Music Festival. Today on The World: A British inquiry into the Iraq war reveals more about what Bush and Blair discussed before the 2003 invasion; why a troubled world economy is good for the world of romance novels, and we find out what can be heard at the International Body Music Festival. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-26,25467894 Thu, 26 Nov 2009 14:30:00 -0800 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25467895-PRI-s-The-World-November-25-2009 Today on The World: A conversation with security experts about what it would mean to finish the job in Afghanistan, Bollywood's version of Muslim life in India; and Italy's Rolling Stone Magazine gives Prime Minister Berlusconi "rock star status." Today on The World: A conversation with security experts about what it would mean to finish the job in Afghanistan, Bollywood's version of Muslim life in India; and Italy's Rolling Stone Magazine gives Prime Minister Berlusconi "rock star status." Today on The World: A conversation with security experts about what it would mean to finish the job in Afghanistan, Bollywood's version of Muslim life in India; and Italy's Rolling Stone Magazine gives Prime Minister Berlusconi "rock star status." tag:odeo.com,2009-11-25,25467895 Wed, 25 Nov 2009 14:30:00 -0800 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25467896-PRI-s-The-World-November-24-2009 Today on The World: Afghanistan's security forces and whether they'll be ready to deal with extremist violence when US troops eventually leave; Also, presidential elections are about to take place in Honduras -- even though the country has yet to solve its ongoing presidential crisis; Plus a cover band from Istanbul reinvents Western pop classics -- with a Turkish twist. Today on The World: Afghanistan's security forces and whether they'll be ready to deal with extremist violence when US troops eventually leave; Also, presidential elections are about to take place in Honduras -- even though the country has yet to solve its ongoing presidential crisis; Plus a cover band from Istanbul reinvents Western pop classics -- with a Turkish twist. Today on The World: Afghanistan's security forces and whether they'll be ready to deal with extremist violence when US troops eventually leave; Also, presidential elections are about to take place in Honduras -- even though the country has yet to solve its ongoing presidential crisis; Plus a cover band from Istanbul reinvents Western pop classics -- with a Turkish twist. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-24,25467896 Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:30:00 -0800 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25467897-PRI-s-The-World-November-23-2009 Today on The World: We begin a series about India's Muslims, with a look at why very few in that community have been radicalized; Also, from under the sea, we hear about tentacled, transparent sea cucumbers... and tubeworms that feed on oil; Plus, slow food in Lebanon. Today on The World: We begin a series about India's Muslims, with a look at why very few in that community have been radicalized; Also, from under the sea, we hear about tentacled, transparent sea cucumbers... and tubeworms that feed on oil; Plus, slow food in Lebanon. Today on The World: We begin a series about India's Muslims, with a look at why very few in that community have been radicalized; Also, from under the sea, we hear about tentacled, transparent sea cucumbers... and tubeworms that feed on oil; Plus, slow food in Lebanon. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-23,25467897 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:30:00 -0800 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25467898-PRI-s-The-World-November-20-2009 Today on The World What if the US loses in Afghanistan? Also, a visit to one of many rural town in Mexico caught in the crossfire of that country's drug war; And how India's power companies are battling widespread electricity theft. Today on The World What if the US loses in Afghanistan? Also, a visit to one of many rural town in Mexico caught in the crossfire of that country's drug war; And how India's power companies are battling widespread electricity theft. Today on The World What if the US loses in Afghanistan? Also, a visit to one of many rural town in Mexico caught in the crossfire of that country's drug war; And how India's power companies are battling widespread electricity theft. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-20,25467898 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:30:00 -0800 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25447518-PRI-s-The-World-November-13-2009 Today on The World: The self-described mastermind of the 9/11 attacks will face trial in New York; Also, US asylum judges are traumatized by the painful stories they hear from asylum-seekers; And why the planets Uranus and Neptune have new Hebrew names. Today on The World: The self-described mastermind of the 9/11 attacks will face trial in New York; Also, US asylum judges are traumatized by the painful stories they hear from asylum-seekers; And why the planets Uranus and Neptune have new Hebrew names. Today on The World: The self-described mastermind of the 9/11 attacks will face trial in New York; Also, US asylum judges are traumatized by the painful stories they hear from asylum-seekers; And why the planets Uranus and Neptune have new Hebrew names. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-13,25447518 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:30:00 -0800 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25443036-PRI-s-The-World-November-12-2009 Today on The World: What's on the agenda for President Obama's visit to China; Also, what underwear sales can tell us about the health of the economy; And a centuries-old Persian musical instrument gets an update. Today on The World: What's on the agenda for President Obama's visit to China; Also, what underwear sales can tell us about the health of the economy; And a centuries-old Persian musical instrument gets an update. Today on The World: What's on the agenda for President Obama's visit to China; Also, what underwear sales can tell us about the health of the economy; And a centuries-old Persian musical instrument gets an update. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-12,25443036 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:30:00 -0800 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25438144-PRI-s-The-World-November-11-2009 Today on The World: What a new US strategy in Afghanistan could mean for the troops; Also, the challenges facing world leaders at next month's climate change conference; And a sample of music that's popular in Israel right now. Today on The World: What a new US strategy in Afghanistan could mean for the troops; Also, the challenges facing world leaders at next month's climate change conference; And a sample of music that's popular in Israel right now. Today on The World: What a new US strategy in Afghanistan could mean for the troops; Also, the challenges facing world leaders at next month's climate change conference; And a sample of music that's popular in Israel right now. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-11,25438144 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 14:30:00 -0800 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25432822-PRI-s-The-World-November-10-2009 Today on The World: A condolence letter from Britain's prime minister to the mother of a soldier killed in Afghanistan fuels a debate on Britain's mission there; Also, the son of Pablo Escobar apologizes for the sins of his father; And a campaign in Vietnam to get wildlife off the menu. Today on The World: A condolence letter from Britain's prime minister to the mother of a soldier killed in Afghanistan fuels a debate on Britain's mission there; Also, the son of Pablo Escobar apologizes for the sins of his father; And a campaign in Vietnam to get wildlife off the menu. Today on The World: A condolence letter from Britain's prime minister to the mother of a soldier killed in Afghanistan fuels a debate on Britain's mission there; Also, the son of Pablo Escobar apologizes for the sins of his father; And a campaign in Vietnam to get wildlife off the menu. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-10,25432822 Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:30:00 -0800 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25427185-PRI-s-The-World-November-9-2009 Today on The World: Iran has charged three Americans who entered the country in July with espionage; Also, Venezuela works towards creating a new, corruption-free police force; And France considers charging French tourists who travel to war zones for the cost of rescuing them. Today on The World: Iran has charged three Americans who entered the country in July with espionage; Also, Venezuela works towards creating a new, corruption-free police force; And France considers charging French tourists who travel to war zones for the cost of rescuing them. Today on The World: Iran has charged three Americans who entered the country in July with espionage; Also, Venezuela works towards creating a new, corruption-free police force; And France considers charging French tourists who travel to war zones for the cost of rescuing them. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-09,25427185 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:30:00 -0800 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25413641-PRI-s-The-World-November-6-2009 Today on The World: A look at military mental health caregivers in the wake of the Fort Hood shootings; A hotel in Berlin today offers the creature comforts of a 1970s Eastern Bloc guesthouse; and mixing it up with British songwriter Gemma Ray. Today on The World: A look at military mental health caregivers in the wake of the Fort Hood shootings; A hotel in Berlin today offers the creature comforts of a 1970s Eastern Bloc guesthouse; and mixing it up with British songwriter Gemma Ray. Today on The World: A look at military mental health caregivers in the wake of the Fort Hood shootings; A hotel in Berlin today offers the creature comforts of a 1970s Eastern Bloc guesthouse; and mixing it up with British songwriter Gemma Ray. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-06,25413641 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:30:00 -0800 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25408001-PRI-s-The-World-November-5-2009 Today on The World: Swine flu hits one of the world's most isolated indigenous tribes, A new study out suggests most young Americans literally aren't fit enough for the military and the roots of Pakistan's battle with itself. Today on The World: Swine flu hits one of the world's most isolated indigenous tribes, A new study out suggests most young Americans literally aren't fit enough for the military and the roots of Pakistan's battle with itself. Today on The World: Swine flu hits one of the world's most isolated indigenous tribes, A new study out suggests most young Americans literally aren't fit enough for the military and the roots of Pakistan's battle with itself. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-05,25408001 Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:30:00 -0800 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25390085-PRI-s-The-World-November-4-2009 Today on The World: Former Afghan presidential candidate Abdullah Abdullah refuses to join the government and says he'll continue to demand corruption reform, Germany reacts in anger at GM's decision not to sell its European subsidiary Opel; and how a picnic in Communist Hungary played a role in bringing down the Iron Curtain. Today on The World: Former Afghan presidential candidate Abdullah Abdullah refuses to join the government and says he'll continue to demand corruption reform, Germany reacts in anger at GM's decision not to sell its European subsidiary Opel; and how a picnic in Communist Hungary played a role in bringing down the Iron Curtain. Today on The World: Former Afghan presidential candidate Abdullah Abdullah refuses to join the government and says he'll continue to demand corruption reform, Germany reacts in anger at GM's decision not to sell its European subsidiary Opel; and how a picnic in Communist Hungary played a role in bringing down the Iron Curtain. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-04,25390085 Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:30:00 -0800 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25390088-PRI-s-The-World-November-3-2009 Today on The World: Newly re-elected President Karzai is under increasing pressure to address corruption in Afghanistan, residents of Mexico's most violent cities are seeking refuge across the border, and the story of Ghana's first winter Olympian. Today on The World: Newly re-elected President Karzai is under increasing pressure to address corruption in Afghanistan, residents of Mexico's most violent cities are seeking refuge across the border, and the story of Ghana's first winter Olympian. Today on The World: Newly re-elected President Karzai is under increasing pressure to address corruption in Afghanistan, residents of Mexico's most violent cities are seeking refuge across the border, and the story of Ghana's first winter Olympian. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-03,25390088 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:30:00 -0800 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25390089-PRI-s-The-World-November-2-2009 Today on The World: Hamid Karzai has been declared the winner of the Afghan elections - what does that mean for the US?, revisiting what was once among the most deadly border crossings between East and West Germany, and we sample some of Alan Lomax's recently restored recordings from Haiti in the 1930s. Today on The World: Hamid Karzai has been declared the winner of the Afghan elections - what does that mean for the US?, revisiting what was once among the most deadly border crossings between East and West Germany, and we sample some of Alan Lomax's recently restored recordings from Haiti in the 1930s. Today on The World: Hamid Karzai has been declared the winner of the Afghan elections - what does that mean for the US?, revisiting what was once among the most deadly border crossings between East and West Germany, and we sample some of Alan Lomax's recently restored recordings from Haiti in the 1930s. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-02,25390089 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:30:00 -0800 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25390090-PRI-s-The-World-Oct-30-2009 Today on The World: Secretary of State Hillary Clinton takes on the stalled Mideast peace process this weekend; Also, what's behind a new agreement that expands the US military presence in Colombia, And why Japan has so many different flavors of Kit Kat bars. Today on The World: Secretary of State Hillary Clinton takes on the stalled Mideast peace process this weekend; Also, what's behind a new agreement that expands the US military presence in Colombia, And why Japan has so many different flavors of Kit Kat bars. Today on The World: Secretary of State Hillary Clinton takes on the stalled Mideast peace process this weekend; Also, what's behind a new agreement that expands the US military presence in Colombia, And why Japan has so many different flavors of Kit Kat bars. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-30,25390090 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:30:00 -0700 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25390097-PRI-s-The-World-October-29-2009 Today on The World: Why the new US defense bill includes funds to pay Taliban members, An Egyptian comedian tackles taboo subjects with his own version of Da Ali G. Show, and Spain's economic woes forces small towns to sweep their own streets. Today on The World: Why the new US defense bill includes funds to pay Taliban members, An Egyptian comedian tackles taboo subjects with his own version of Da Ali G. Show, and Spain's economic woes forces small towns to sweep their own streets. Today on The World: Why the new US defense bill includes funds to pay Taliban members, An Egyptian comedian tackles taboo subjects with his own version of Da Ali G. Show, and Spain's economic woes forces small towns to sweep their own streets. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-29,25390097 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 14:30:00 -0700 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25390105-PRI-s-The-World-October-28-2009 Today on The World: A wave of attacks challenges Pakistan's government; Also -- an update on imprisoned Iranian blogger, Hossein Derakhshan from his family; Plus -- three active-duty British soldiers sing about coming home. Today on The World: A wave of attacks challenges Pakistan's government; Also -- an update on imprisoned Iranian blogger, Hossein Derakhshan from his family; Plus -- three active-duty British soldiers sing about coming home. Today on The World: A wave of attacks challenges Pakistan's government; Also -- an update on imprisoned Iranian blogger, Hossein Derakhshan from his family; Plus -- three active-duty British soldiers sing about coming home. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-28,25390105 Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:30:00 -0700 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25390107-PRI-s-The-World-October-27-2009 Today on The World: Afghanistan's president resists demands to fire the country's top election official; Also, what the resignation of a US diplomat in Afghanistan means for the U-S war effort there; Plus, the story of a weatherman in Israel who credits his successful career to his American accent. Today on The World: Afghanistan's president resists demands to fire the country's top election official; Also, what the resignation of a US diplomat in Afghanistan means for the U-S war effort there; Plus, the story of a weatherman in Israel who credits his successful career to his American accent. Today on The World: Afghanistan's president resists demands to fire the country's top election official; Also, what the resignation of a US diplomat in Afghanistan means for the U-S war effort there; Plus, the story of a weatherman in Israel who credits his successful career to his American accent. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-27,25390107 Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:30:00 -0700 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25379956-PRI-s-The-World-October-26-2009 Today on The World: Iran vows to keep processing uranium, despite international pressure; Also, former Bosnian Serb leader, Radovan Karadzic, boycotts his own war crimes trial; Plus, efforts in Ukraine to get citizens to speak more Ukrainian and less Russian. Today on The World: Iran vows to keep processing uranium, despite international pressure; Also, former Bosnian Serb leader, Radovan Karadzic, boycotts his own war crimes trial; Plus, efforts in Ukraine to get citizens to speak more Ukrainian and less Russian. Today on The World: Iran vows to keep processing uranium, despite international pressure; Also, former Bosnian Serb leader, Radovan Karadzic, boycotts his own war crimes trial; Plus, efforts in Ukraine to get citizens to speak more Ukrainian and less Russian. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-26,25379956 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:30:00 -0700 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25359858-PRI-s-The-World-October-23-2009 Today on The World: More attacks by militants in Pakistan -- we'll hear about life in the Taliban strongholds inside Pakistan; A new proposal from Iran throws international talks over its nuclear program into confusion; Hollywood's take on last year's war between Russia and Georgia. Today on The World: More attacks by militants in Pakistan -- we'll hear about life in the Taliban strongholds inside Pakistan; A new proposal from Iran throws international talks over its nuclear program into confusion; Hollywood's take on last year's war between Russia and Georgia. Today on The World: More attacks by militants in Pakistan -- we'll hear about life in the Taliban strongholds inside Pakistan; A new proposal from Iran throws international talks over its nuclear program into confusion; Hollywood's take on last year's war between Russia and Georgia. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-23,25359858 Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:30:00 -0700 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25350823-PRI-s-The-World-October-22-2009 Today on The World: It's not just Mexico's drug war ... we'll hear how the drug cartels operate on the US side of the border; Also, a drought threatens a return to famine in Ethiopia; British diplomats of years past, and their undiplomatic words. Today on The World: It's not just Mexico's drug war ... we'll hear how the drug cartels operate on the US side of the border; Also, a drought threatens a return to famine in Ethiopia; British diplomats of years past, and their undiplomatic words. Today on The World: It's not just Mexico's drug war ... we'll hear how the drug cartels operate on the US side of the border; Also, a drought threatens a return to famine in Ethiopia; British diplomats of years past, and their undiplomatic words. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-22,25350823 Thu, 22 Oct 2009 14:30:00 -0700 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25340000-PRI-s-The-World-October-21-2009 Today on The World: Former Pakistani president Pervez Musharraf on US-Pakistani relations and the battle against extremists in Pakistan; Also -- reaction to the Catholic Church's move to open its doors to disaffected Anglicans; Plus -- Balkan folk music made in Brooklyn. Today on The World: Former Pakistani president Pervez Musharraf on US-Pakistani relations and the battle against extremists in Pakistan; Also -- reaction to the Catholic Church's move to open its doors to disaffected Anglicans; Plus -- Balkan folk music made in Brooklyn. Today on The World: Former Pakistani president Pervez Musharraf on US-Pakistani relations and the battle against extremists in Pakistan; Also -- reaction to the Catholic Church's move to open its doors to disaffected Anglicans; Plus -- Balkan folk music made in Brooklyn. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-21,25340000 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 14:30:00 -0700 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25320196-PRI-s-The-World-October-20-2009 Today on The World: Afghanistan's embattled president agrees to a run-off election in November;Also, China launches an effort to catalogue cultural artifacts it says were looted from China more than a century ago; And how digital technology makes it harder to forget even that which may be best forgotten. Today on The World: Afghanistan's embattled president agrees to a run-off election in November;Also, China launches an effort to catalogue cultural artifacts it says were looted from China more than a century ago; And how digital technology makes it harder to forget even that which may be best forgotten. Today on The World: Afghanistan's embattled president agrees to a run-off election in November;Also, China launches an effort to catalogue cultural artifacts it says were looted from China more than a century ago; And how digital technology makes it harder to forget even that which may be best forgotten. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-20,25320196 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 14:30:00 -0700 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25314418-PRI-s-The-World-October-19-2009 Today on The World: The latest on Pakistan's offensive against Taliban militants; Also, India's offensive against Maoist rebels; Plus, an art exhibit in China that artist say reflects the haphazard way the country is developing. Today on The World: The latest on Pakistan's offensive against Taliban militants; Also, India's offensive against Maoist rebels; Plus, an art exhibit in China that artist say reflects the haphazard way the country is developing. Today on The World: The latest on Pakistan's offensive against Taliban militants; Also, India's offensive against Maoist rebels; Plus, an art exhibit in China that artist say reflects the haphazard way the country is developing. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-19,25314418 Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:30:00 -0700 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25299119-PRI-s-The-World-October-16-2009 Today on The World: Another militant attack against Pakistan's security forces; Also, a profile of one of China's new generation business moguls; And international music straight from listeners' iPods. Today on The World: Another militant attack against Pakistan's security forces; Also, a profile of one of China's new generation business moguls; And international music straight from listeners' iPods. Today on The World: Another militant attack against Pakistan's security forces; Also, a profile of one of China's new generation business moguls; And international music straight from listeners' iPods. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-16,25299119 Fri, 16 Oct 2009 14:30:00 -0700 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25292184-PRI-s-The-World-October-15-2009 Today on The World: Pakistan under pressure after coordinated attacks today by Taliban militants; Also, different views about the H1N1 flu vaccine from the US and Europe; Plus, how a jazz musician's search for a cure to help his dying brother brought about his latest album. Today on The World: Pakistan under pressure after coordinated attacks today by Taliban militants; Also, different views about the H1N1 flu vaccine from the US and Europe; Plus, how a jazz musician's search for a cure to help his dying brother brought about his latest album. Today on The World: Pakistan under pressure after coordinated attacks today by Taliban militants; Also, different views about the H1N1 flu vaccine from the US and Europe; Plus, how a jazz musician's search for a cure to help his dying brother brought about his latest album. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-15,25292184 Thu, 15 Oct 2009 14:30:00 -0700 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25286125-PRI-s-The-World-October-14-2009 Today on The World: Britain pledges more troops for Afghanistan, just as the US considers its own troop increase; the role female Marines are playing in the battle for the hearts and minds in Afghanistan; and young Cuban-Americans push for a more open dialogue with their peers in Cuba. Today on The World: Britain pledges more troops for Afghanistan, just as the US considers its own troop increase; the role female Marines are playing in the battle for the hearts and minds in Afghanistan; and young Cuban-Americans push for a more open dialogue with their peers in Cuba. Today on The World: Britain pledges more troops for Afghanistan, just as the US considers its own troop increase; the role female Marines are playing in the battle for the hearts and minds in Afghanistan; and young Cuban-Americans push for a more open dialogue with their peers in Cuba. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-14,25286125 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:30:00 -0700 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25280713-PRI-s-The-World-October-13-2009 Today on The World: The US and Russia talk about cooperating on a number of fronts; Also a custody battle highlights legal differences between the US and Japan; And we follow Colombian soldiers as they track rebels in the jungle. Today on The World: The US and Russia talk about cooperating on a number of fronts; Also a custody battle highlights legal differences between the US and Japan; And we follow Colombian soldiers as they track rebels in the jungle. Today on The World: The US and Russia talk about cooperating on a number of fronts; Also a custody battle highlights legal differences between the US and Japan; And we follow Colombian soldiers as they track rebels in the jungle. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-13,25280713 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 14:30:00 -0700 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25275264-PRI-s-The-World-October-12-2009 Today on The World: More violence in Pakistan raises questions about how the country is cracking down on insurgent groups; Also -- after more than half a century, Germany pardons the soldiers who deserted the Nazi army. We speak with one of the last remaining Nazi deserters. And a Middle East Bernie Madoff who stole millions from his fellow Lebanese. Today on The World: More violence in Pakistan raises questions about how the country is cracking down on insurgent groups; Also -- after more than half a century, Germany pardons the soldiers who deserted the Nazi army. We speak with one of the last remaining Nazi deserters. And a Middle East Bernie Madoff who stole millions from his fellow Lebanese. Today on The World: More violence in Pakistan raises questions about how the country is cracking down on insurgent groups; Also -- after more than half a century, Germany pardons the soldiers who deserted the Nazi army. We speak with one of the last remaining Nazi deserters. And a Middle East Bernie Madoff who stole millions from his fellow Lebanese. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-12,25275264 Mon, 12 Oct 2009 14:30:00 -0700 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25261328-PRI-s-The-World-October-9-2009 Today on The World: International reaction to President Obama's Nobel Peace Prize; Also, how city living could help the world's honeybees make a comeback; And the plight of those people around the globe who are displaced from their land in the name of conservation. Today on The World: International reaction to President Obama's Nobel Peace Prize; Also, how city living could help the world's honeybees make a comeback; And the plight of those people around the globe who are displaced from their land in the name of conservation. Today on The World: International reaction to President Obama's Nobel Peace Prize; Also, how city living could help the world's honeybees make a comeback; And the plight of those people around the globe who are displaced from their land in the name of conservation. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-09,25261328 Fri, 09 Oct 2009 14:30:00 -0700 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25255615-PRI-s-The-World-October-8-2009 Today on The World: A conversation with top Afghan presidential challenger Abdullah Abdullah; Also -- a new survey highlights the fact that most of the globe's Muslims live in Asia; And a final farewell to Argentina's legendary folk singer Mercedes Sosa. Today on The World: A conversation with top Afghan presidential challenger Abdullah Abdullah; Also -- a new survey highlights the fact that most of the globe's Muslims live in Asia; And a final farewell to Argentina's legendary folk singer Mercedes Sosa. Today on The World: A conversation with top Afghan presidential challenger Abdullah Abdullah; Also -- a new survey highlights the fact that most of the globe's Muslims live in Asia; And a final farewell to Argentina's legendary folk singer Mercedes Sosa. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-08,25255615 Thu, 08 Oct 2009 14:30:00 -0700 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25250050-PRI-s-The-World-October-7-2009 Today on The World: A look at how Afghanistan is NOT like Vietnam, What Armenian ex-pats are saying about Armenia's plan to normalize relations with Turkey, And what life is like for some former Guantanamo detainees. Today on The World: A look at how Afghanistan is NOT like Vietnam, What Armenian ex-pats are saying about Armenia's plan to normalize relations with Turkey, And what life is like for some former Guantanamo detainees. Today on The World: A look at how Afghanistan is NOT like Vietnam, What Armenian ex-pats are saying about Armenia's plan to normalize relations with Turkey, And what life is like for some former Guantanamo detainees. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-07,25250050 Wed, 07 Oct 2009 14:30:00 -0700 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25244109-PRI-s-The-World-October-6-2009 President Obama confers with US lawmakers today as he weighs a decision on what's the next step in Afghanistan; Bangladesh considers a plan to fight floods with floods; and a collection of love letters sheds new light on the presidency of Warren G. Harding. President Obama confers with US lawmakers today as he weighs a decision on what's the next step in Afghanistan; Bangladesh considers a plan to fight floods with floods; and a collection of love letters sheds new light on the presidency of Warren G. Harding. President Obama confers with US lawmakers today as he weighs a decision on what's the next step in Afghanistan; Bangladesh considers a plan to fight floods with floods; and a collection of love letters sheds new light on the presidency of Warren G. Harding. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-06,25244109 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 14:30:00 -0700 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25237829-PRI-s-The-World-October-5-2009 Today on The World: A suicide bomber strikes a UN compound in Islamabad, Pakistan, killing five food-aid workers; Also, Britain's new Supreme Court gets to work; And a pair of neighboring towns in Canada and Vermont get separated in the name of border security. Today on The World: A suicide bomber strikes a UN compound in Islamabad, Pakistan, killing five food-aid workers; Also, Britain's new Supreme Court gets to work; And a pair of neighboring towns in Canada and Vermont get separated in the name of border security. Today on The World: A suicide bomber strikes a UN compound in Islamabad, Pakistan, killing five food-aid workers; Also, Britain's new Supreme Court gets to work; And a pair of neighboring towns in Canada and Vermont get separated in the name of border security. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-05,25237829 Mon, 05 Oct 2009 14:30:00 -0700 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25236159-PRI-s-The-World-October-2-2009 Today on The World: The Philippines face a second major typhoon in less than a week, Germany's efforts to protect jobs and the jobless, and a conversation with former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright about her famous brooches and their role in international diplomacy. Today on The World: The Philippines face a second major typhoon in less than a week, Germany's efforts to protect jobs and the jobless, and a conversation with former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright about her famous brooches and their role in international diplomacy. Today on The World: The Philippines face a second major typhoon in less than a week, Germany's efforts to protect jobs and the jobless, and a conversation with former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright about her famous brooches and their role in international diplomacy. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-02,25236159 Fri, 02 Oct 2009 14:30:00 -0700 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25218308-PRI-s-The-World-October-1-2009 Today on The World: What Iranians feel is at stake for their country as nuclear talks with the US and other countries get underway; Also, relief workers struggle to help earthquake survivors in Indonesia; And Communist China celebrates its 60th birthday with a massive military parade and fireworks. Today on The World: What Iranians feel is at stake for their country as nuclear talks with the US and other countries get underway; Also, relief workers struggle to help earthquake survivors in Indonesia; And Communist China celebrates its 60th birthday with a massive military parade and fireworks. Today on The World: What Iranians feel is at stake for their country as nuclear talks with the US and other countries get underway; Also, relief workers struggle to help earthquake survivors in Indonesia; And Communist China celebrates its 60th birthday with a massive military parade and fireworks. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-01,25218308 Thu, 01 Oct 2009 14:30:00 -0700 no PRI's The World: from BBC/PRI/WGBH