Podcasts about Congo

“Not just African musician. Everybody, even journalist, even president, even football player, even promoter. We need to do it for those people who suffer, who don't have food or security. We need everybody to denounce it. Speak louder, talk more loudly about the situation. Not just for Congo, but all Africa.”Jewel Kiriungi speaks to Congolese musician Fally Ipupa, one of Africa's biggest music stars.His music has taken brought Congolese rumba to audiences around the world, earning him the Democratic Republic of Congo's highest honour, a knighthood in the National Order of the Leopard.Fally discusses what it means to represent Congolese identity internationally as conflict in the east of the country fuels one of the world's worst displacement crises.He recognises that his global success gives him a platform to draw attention to what is happening at home, but he argues that speaking out about the suffering is a wider responsibility.The Interview brings you conversations with people shaping our world, from all over the world. The best interviews from the BBC, including episodes with tech billionaire Reid Hoffman and Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, head of the World Trade Organisation.You can listen on the BBC World Service on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 0800 GMT. Or you can listen to The Interview as a podcast, out three times a week on BBC Sounds or wherever you get your podcasts.Presenter: Jewel Kiriungi Producer: Osman Iqbal Editor: Justin Lang and Farhana Haider(Image: Fally Ipupa. Credit: EPA/Shutterstock)

In his weekly clinical update, Daniel Griffin and Vincent Racaniello are angered by the continuous reporting of measles deaths in the US and around the world, the Ebola outbreak in Uganda, changes in reporting of virus infection and vaccine recommendations, establishing an NIH research center on vaccine harms, Legionnaires at Yankee stadium and the first time in more than half a century reporting of an equine screwworm case, and how HHS may prevent more than half of US children from getting the COVID-19 vaccine this season before Dr. Griffin deep dives into recent statistics RSV, influenza, SARS-CoV-2 infections, efficacy and safety of the 2026-2027 COVID-19 vaccine, and contacting your federal government representative to stop the assault on science and biomedical research. Subscribe (free): Apple Podcasts, RSS, email Become a patron of TWiV! Links for this episode   Unvaccinated Woman Likely Died of Measles Complications, Pa. County Coroner Says NY Times) Confirmed death of an 18-year old due to complications of measles (Facebook: Mifflin County Coroner's Office) CDC's new tracking method for measles deaths puzzles experts (CIDRAP) Kennedy to deliver keynote for anti-vaccine group he once led (STATNews) Exclusive: New NIH research center on vaccine harms takes shape (Science) US pediatricians report seeing fewer patients because of immigration enforcement worries (CIDRAP) Surgeon General Nominee Pledges Support for Vaccines in Senate Hearing (NY Times) CIDRAP Op-Ed: HHS is asking what to call vaccine recommendations. You have 4 days to weigh in. 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Thanks!   Intro music is by Ronald Jenkees Send your questions for Dr. Griffin to daniel@microbe.tv Content in this podcast should not be construed as medical advice.

HOUR 3 (09/18) -Shannon and Andy hit #WhatsHappening with new claims about Princess Diana and Prince Charles, the Bills’ Thursday night win and another batch of Pentagon UFO files. Then the GaS team makes its Week 2 #Fantasy4Play picks before #NNNYNTK goes completely off the rails with a whale eating fish vomit, terrifying rumors about disappearing genitals in the Congo, an NFL ex’s very personal lawsuit and a couple who came home to find a stranger hiding under their bed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Case and Sam are joined by Jesse Fresco to take another pass at Sphere, the 1998 Michael Crichton adaptation starring Dustin Hoffman, Sharon Stone, and Samuel L. Jackson. They dig into a killer sci-fi premise, a stacked cast, an undersea mystery, and why the finished movie somehow feels smaller, flatter, and less frightening than all of those ingredients suggest. Another Pass Full Episode Originally aired: September 18, 2026 Music by Vin Macri and Matt Brogan Podcast Edited by Sophia Ricciardi Certain Point Of View is a podcast network brining you all sorts of nerdy goodness! From Star Wars role playing, to Disney day dreaming, to video game love, we've got the show for you! Learn more on our website: https://www.certainpov.com Support us on Patreon! patreon.com/CertainPOVMedia Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/wcHHer4 PODCAST SHOWS: ▶ Another Pass - https://www.certainpov.com/another-pass-podcast   ⏱️ Chapters 00:21 Welcome and Guest Intro 01:38 Introducing Sphere 02:07 Why Jesse Chose the Movie 02:46 The Book and Roadside Picnic 04:24 Book vs. Movie Perspective 05:16 Beth in the Book 06:00 Bigger Differences from the Novel 07:03 The Squid 07:36 Where Did the Budget Go? 08:45 Case's First Impression: Boring 09:46 The Michael Crichton Formula 10:50 Why the Performances Feel Flat 12:25 Barry Levinson and the Wrong Material 13:09 Should Sphere Have Been a Miniseries? 13:58 What's Inside the Sphere? 15:31 Why the Sphere Changed Color 16:17 The Ending Doesn't Work 17:22 The Missing Cover-Up 18:14 The Problem with Erasing Their Memories 18:58 Sphere and Roadside Picnic 21:01 Why Jurassic Park Works as an Adaptation 22:03 Sphere Hurts the Source Material 22:46 The Movie Has No Point of View 24:32 Norman and Beth's Added History 25:39 How the Movie Changes Beth 27:14 Harry's Role in the Book 28:51 The Added Comedy 29:12 Stories Where Everyone Forgets 30:19 Legion and Erased Timelines 31:25 Why Give Up the Power? 33:50 Nobody Learns to Control the Sphere 35:26 The Black Hole Problem 37:17 Space Is Really Big 38:04 Underwater Pressure and Hypothermia 38:59 The Helium Atmosphere 40:02 Things We Actually Like 40:34 Peter Coyote and Queen Latifah 41:13 Liev Schreiber 41:59 The Sets and Production Design 43:10 The Most Boring Version of the Events 43:27 Where Is the Giant Squid? 45:19 The Snake Attack 46:18 Sea Snakes and Ocean Nightmares 47:22 Why the Movie Needed More Suspense 49:34 The Deaths Need More Weight 50:45 Harpoon Guns 51:29 Samuel L. Jackson Needed a Harpoon 53:19 Final Thoughts Before Another Pass 54:00 Long Live the Legion Promo 54:44 Another Pass Begins 55:21 Jesse's Found-Footage Pitch 56:38 Intercutting the Survivors and the Tapes 57:53 Europa Report 59:46 Keeping the Ship Intact 01:00:48 Preserving the Time Loop 01:02:05 Why Security Footage Works 01:04:52 The Deleted Scene Fixes the Ending 01:05:48 Final Fixes 01:07:11 Too Much Budget, Not Enough Movie 01:08:25 The Genre Problem 01:10:48 Neither Horror nor Science Fiction 01:12:31 Nostalgia for Sphere 01:13:10 Why This Format Was Wrong 01:15:56 Sphere vs. Congo 01:16:50 The Found-Footage Pitch Wins 01:17:22 Jesse's Plugs 01:21:51 Sam's Plugs 01:22:20 Case's Plugs 01:23:04 Trade School 01:24:33 Patreon Shout-Out 01:25:20 Next Time: Highlander II 01:25:38 Credits

Todays headlines include: Artificial intelligence is being used by foreign powers to target Australian leaders, the Federal Government is warning. Emergency services have rushed to a popular West Australian beach following a suspected fatal shark attack. The head of the United Nations' health agency is hailing "encouraging signs" in the fight against an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. And today’s good news: Reading for pleasure is linked to better mental health, greater empathy and a lower risk of dementia, according to a new Cambridge study. Sign up to our newsletters here! Hosts: Zara Seidler and Lucy Tassell Producer: Imogen Abbott Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

South Africa has been shaken by a string of unexplained deaths, with nine women found dead in and around Kempton Park, northeast of Johannesburg, over the past two months. South Africa has one of the world's highest rates of gender-based violence, with women being killed at five times the global average, according to UN Women. The killings have reignited concerns about women's safety and intensified pressure on police to find answers. President Cyril Ramaphosa has pledged that authorities will use every available resource to ensure those responsible are brought to justice.And we hear from African music star Fally Ipupa on representing the Democratic Republic of Congo on the world stage amid the country's worsening displacement crisis. Fresh from making history with his album XX and receiving Congo's highest honour, he reflects on his global success and national pride.Presenter: Nkechi Ogbonna Producers: Keikantse Shumba, Ayuba Iliya, Bella Twine and Charles Gitonga Technical Producer: Davis Mwasaru Senior Producer: Blessing Aderogba Editors: Daniel Dadzie and Maryam Abdalla

Artist: El Extravagante / Artem Belida Title: Una Tarderica en Africa (Artem Belida Remix) Label: Ritmos Del Sur Genre: Organic House Release date: 24.09.2026 Presave/buy: https://go.protonradio.com/r/rlR8233XvaSGA NeotropiK Vol. I is born from the ideas of the Global South and from the curiosity to explore rhythmic frontiers that have yet to be discovered. A search without limits or borders, where rhythms, cultures and ideas can meet in unexpected ways, looking towards the future. In this first installment, three immigrant artists based in France bring together the ideas of Chile, Congo and Kenya with El Extravagante, Mapipo Yeyo and Siri Suri respectively — Latin America and Africa, engaging in dialogue with the visions of an international community of remixers from four different continents, creating a musical encounter that is difficult to predict and practically impossible to reproduce. At a time when artificial intelligence is making much of music feel increasingly generic, NeotropiK Vol. I was created 100% by hand, with real voices and instruments recorded in the studio, without using artificial intelligence at any stage of the process. It embraces the freedom and magic of human error, bringing together cultures that rarely meet in this way. A sonic statement from Ritmos del Sur and El Extravagante, for everyone who appreciates the unusual, the magical and the unexpected. Enjoy! Ritmos del Sur: https://soundcloud.com/ritmosdelsur El Extravagante: https://soundcloud.com/elextravagante Artem Belida: https://soundcloud.com/artem_belida CONTACT (DHM): Email — deephousemoscow@hotmail.com

There is a lot to love about the English non-leagues, but it will be hard to top the sensational story that emerged about SE Dons goalie George Desmond Kamurasi last week. The 36-year-old, who plies his trade in England's ninth tier, has been chosen to be the next king of the Tooro people, one of the four traditional kingdoms in Uganda, following the death of his cousin, King Oyo, in late August. There are so many questions to be answered. Who, for example, has chosen him to be the king – and why? Could he miss his cousin's funeral for football? Does he want to be royalty in Africa? And what might happen if he rejects the offer and stays in the UK? Plus, Dominica's national team takes the unusual step of appealing on social media for a new goalkeeper, Vanuatu hosts its first professional matches, and Norwegian side Strømmen send their reserves to the Arctic Circle. You can already listen to Monday's bumper bonus podcast on Patreon. It features tales from the CAF Confederation Cup, such as the Seychelles side drawn to play in Ebola-hit DR Congo and Botswana club Jwaneng Galaxy's on-pitch sorcery. Chapters: 00:00 – Intro 01:02 – Uganda's non-league king 07:04 - Dominica's online goalkeeper hunt 13:30 - Vanuatu's first professional match 16:41 – The Norwegian cup cop-outs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mød Kong Leopold II af Belgien - eller Uhyrenes Konge, som han også bliver kaldt. Manden, der gør sig selv til koloniherre i Congo på en stor, fed løgn. En koloni, han aldrig selv sætter sine fødder i. Til gengæld udplyndrer han befolkningen så brutalt, at op mod ti millioner mennesker dør under hans styre - alt sammen i jagten på at blive en af verdens rigeste mænd.

Conversation animée par Fabrice Rousselot & dialogue avec le public Soirée présentée en partenariat avec Marcel, dans le cadre du festival Les Traversées du Marais Hiver 2023. La narratrice, reporter de guerre, part travailler plusieurs mois en Ukraine. La contre-offensive s'est brisée, la guerre s'inscrit dans la durée. Au milieu de gens ordinaires pris dans le chaos, elle raconte la guerre : le courage obstiné des gestes quotidiens, la peur, l'épuisement, mais aussi la joie fragile et l'espoir têtu. En immersion totale, le récit avance à hauteur d'homme. Par fragments – carnets de reportages en Centrafrique, Proche-Orient, Bosnie, Congo, d'autres fronts s'invitent. Ces allers-retours interrogent la répétition de la violence et ce qui se rejoue d'un front à l'autre. Le livre explore enfin l'après : le retour, l'impossible normalité, l'intenable position du journaliste, pris entre observation et engagement. Soirée présentée en partenariat avec Marcel, l'application de rencontres littéraires. Dans le cadre du festival Les Traversées du Marais du réseau Marais Culture +. À lire – Claude Guibal, Ce que la guerre fait aux hommes, Albin Michel / Radio france, 2026

The humanitarian landscape is being reshaped by converging trends, including the rapid adoption of new technologies in warfare, growing restrictions on how and where humanitarians can operate, impacts of the climate crisis and steep reductions in funding.   How are these trends shaping the needs of communities? What should communities realistically expect from humanitarians making difficult trade-offs in the face of an increasingly fraught operational space and precipitous funding declines? These are some of the key questions the ICRC's new policy report  seeks to answer, based on focus group discussions with communities in the Democratic Republic of Congo, South Sudan and Ukraine, alongside interviews with humanitarian practitioners and policymakers in and beyond these contexts. In this post, part of our series “Delivering for people in an evolving humanitarian landscape”, ICRC Senior Policy Advisers Arjun Claire and Avigail Shai focus on what communities said they are experiencing in this changing environment and identify four priorities to meet these community needs and expectations.

TOS Episode #322 | Declassified September Continues !Deep in the Democratic Republic of Congo there is rumored to dwell a large, water dwelling beast ripped from the Late-Jurassic period: Mokèlé-mbèmbé! Is it a relic sauropod? Myth? Or a folk memory of another animal? Plus: where in the US are you most likely to be abducted by aliens?This episode originally dropped on BCC: The Other Side on Feb 27, 2026.To listen Ad-Free, get 3 Bonus Episodes every month and more, join ⁠⁠BCC Clubhouse.⁠⁠Watch on YouTubeState by State Abduction OddsBCC Merch Shop--SHOW INFORMATIONBigfoot Collectors Club is produced by Riley Bray and Michael McMillianYouTube Channel: ⁠https://youtube.com/@bigfootcollectorsclub⁠BCC Merch Shop:   ⁠https://bigfoot-collectors-club-podcast-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/all⁠Listener-Files Submissions: ⁠BigfootCollectorsClub@gmail.com⁠.Instagram: ⁠https://bit.ly/3W7izlL⁠ | Blue Sky: ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/bccpodcast.bsky.social⁠Our theme song is “Come Alone,” by Suneaters, courtesy of ⁠Lotuspool Records⁠.

Well good morning stunning coven!  Happy happy Wednesday, and welcome back to Disrespectfully!  On today's episode, we've got a bunch to get through.  Katie gives us an update on her housing and eye surgery situation, and Dayna has some exciting news to share; she's doing a comedy set this Saturday!  Alongside that, the ladies discuss the girl who pooped all over the Hyrox competition, the man kayaking the Congo, and the couple hoping to ski down Mount Everest (HUH?!)  They also share their basement and daddy lists, as well as cover a few circle backs.  Come join in on the fun in an unforgettable, all new episode! In need of something cute and stylish for the coming fall? Get yourself or whoever's on your daddy list a tee, hoodie, or beanie from our store! Please support our show and show off your love for Disrespectfully by repping our official gear :) K Love ya bye! Buy our merch!  https://disrespectfullypod.com/   Thank you to our sponsors! Alloy: Head to https://MyAlloy.com and use code DISRESPECTFULLY to get 20% off your first order. Better Help: Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/DISRESPECTFULLY. Mint Mobile: To get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to https://MintMobile.com/DISRESPECTFULLY.  JiYu Skin: For a limited time, JIYU is having a crazy deal for our listeners. Their Glow Up Bundle is already up to 45% OFF right now, but our listeners can now get an additional 20% OFF plus Free Shipping with our code DISRESPECTFULLY at JiYuSkin.com. Merit Beauty: Right now, Merit Beauty is offering our listeners their Signature Makeup Bag—which if you've seen it, it's not just a make-up bag but really an accessory—free with your first order at https://MeritBeauty.com. Perelel: Exclusive for our listeners, new customers can enjoy 20% off their first order with code: DISRESPECTFULLY. Visit https://Perelelhealth.com. Quince: Find the fall pieces you'll reach for most at Quince. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to https://Quince.com/DISRESPECTFULLY. Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Connect with the Coven! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1930451457469874 Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/disrespectfullypod/ Listen to us on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disrespectfully/id1516710301 Listen to us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0J6DW1KeDX6SpoVEuQpl7z?si=c35995a56b8d4038              Follow us on Social! Disrespectfully Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/disrespectfullypod Disrespectfully Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@disrespectfullypod Katie Maloney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musickillskate Dayna Kathan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daynakathan Cassie Galonsky Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassieg2011/   Disrespectfully is an Envy Media Production.

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This week I sat down with Gloria Xiong, Assistant Professor of Government at Colby College, and Jessica Chen Weiss, the David M. Lampton Professor of China Studies at Johns Hopkins SAIS, to discuss their new Foreign Affairs essay, "How China Found Its Most Potent Weapon: The Real History of Beijing's Rare Earth Dominance." The story everyone tells is one of foresight — a master plan hatched by Deng Xiaoping and now coming to fruition. Gloria and Jessica argue the reality was far messier: reform-era export mania, environmental catastrophe, defiant local governments, scarcity anxiety, and a lesson in chokepoint weaponization that Beijing learned from Washington. Getting the story wrong, they argue, feeds an action-reaction spiral that neither side started and neither fully controls — and with the Busan truce expiring in November, the stakes could hardly be higher.09:31 — "The Middle East has oil, China has rare earths": what Deng Xiaoping actually said, and how a quote got recruited for a story he wasn't telling12:33 — Why the master plan narrative is so irresistible across the partisan spectrum in Washington15:40 — The cheap and dirty origins: reform-era export mania, thousands of small mines, and rare earths sold "at the price of cabbage and dirt"19:06 — The West as co-author of the chokepoint: offshoring the pollution, and the stockpile that was never built21:53 — Beijing's struggle to control its own industry: quotas, "crime rings," and the partially failed 2002 consolidation25:13 — September 2010: what really happened with the "embargo" against Japan, and why Beijing may have learned about it from Japanese customs28:47 — Fans and fire hoses: how bottom-up nationalism can commit Beijing to coercive postures it didn't choose32:13 — The debate inside China after 2010: protectionists versus Hong Feng's warning against using rare earths as "political chips"35:44 — The 2015 WTO ruling: China complied — was it a rule-taker, or did it simply lack the tools to do anything else?38:06 — Learning from Washington: Huawei, the Export Control Law, the China Rare Earth Group, and what distinguishes learning from planning40:24 — The 2022–2024 ledger: what's the evidence for an action-reaction spiral beyond the timeline?44:25 — April 2025: coercion or bureaucratic pileup? Thirty licensing officials and a 74% collapse in magnet exports47:46 — October 2025: the extraterritorial rule that mirrored the Foreign Direct Product Rule, and the Busan truce52:32 — The countdown to November: hawks in both capitals, "mutually assured disruption," and Xi's coming state visit55:29 — The limits of leverage on both sides: yttrium, Japan's diversification, and China's own resource insecurity58:32 — From crime rings to two national champions: has the Wild West been tamed, and are central-local relations "fractured"?01:02:21 — Prescriptions: positive reciprocity, licensing Chinese technology, and managing interdependence rather than escaping it01:05:51 — Everyone else: Myanmar, Congo, Australia, and how Beijing thinks about third countries that don't want to choosePaying It ForwardGloria name-checked Wendy Leutert of Indiana University, who works on the reform and global expansion of China's state-owned enterprises and, with Isaac Kardon, on Chinese investment in global ports; Ning Leng of Georgetown University, author of the award-winning Politicizing Business: How Firms Are Made to Serve the Party State in China; and Ketian Zhang, who has written extensively on Chinese coercion and maritime disputes.Jessica first acknowledged the scholars whose research the essay drew on but couldn't cite in Foreign Affairs: Cory Combs of Trivium China, Arthur Kroeber, Henry Farrell, Duleep Singh, and Julie Klinger. She also flagged Jack Zhang, who runs the Trade War Lab at the University of Kansas, and Kyle Jaros and Sara Newland, who are writing a book on subnational economic statecraft — work that has shaped her thinking on disaggregating what the United States wants, not just what China wants.RecommendationsGloria: Healing the Heart of Democracy by Parker Palmer — a book she first read in a college writing seminar and returned to as she heads back into the classroom.Jessica: The Scientist and the Spy by Mara Hvistendahl, which she uses to close her SAIS seminar on Chinese foreign policy as a reminder about proportionality; and Ann Patchett's new novel Whistler.Kaiser: Wallace Stegner's Angle of Repose, the 1972 Pulitzer winner — a novel about mining camps in the American West and one of the most fully realized characters in American fiction.Also mentioned: Jessica's recent interview with Daniel Kurtz-Phelan on The Foreign Affairs Interview podcast, and her interview in The Monitor, the newsletter of the Carter Center's U.S.-China Perception Monitor.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

En République démocratique du Congo, 3510 personnes sont décédées du virus Ebola depuis sa déclaration dans l'est du pays, il y a 4 mois. L'Ituri reste l'épicentre. La province concentre 78 % des cas confirmés. Mais les autorités congolaises constatent une amélioration. Selon elles, le pic de l'épidémie est désormais passé.

What happens when field epidemiology moves beyond the desk?To mark World Field Epidemiology Day, Antonia Genath and Linda Adamíková share their experience of a seven-week deployment to South Sudan, where they supported Ebola preparedness and surveillance activities.They discuss working in a fragile health system, strengthening surveillance, supporting contact-tracing preparedness and collaborating with local colleagues in Juba and Yambio, close to the border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo.They also reflect on what the deployment taught them, both professionally and personally, and why getting outside the “European surveillance bubble” can change the way you think about epidemiology.Linda and Antonia are fellows in the European Programme for Intervention Epidemiology Training (EPIET) and the German Postgraduate Training for Applied Epidemiology (PAE). During their two-year fellowships, they are based at Germany's national public health institute, the Robert Koch Institute (RKI), where they contribute to projects and routine activities in infectious disease epidemiology.Check the links below to learn more about:

In recent weeks the US Treasury Secretary has tried to tame the bond markets. The cost of bonds affects how much you pay for borrowing such as mortgages and credit cards. But can Scott Bessent succeed where so many before him have failed?Also the luxury brand LVMH appears to be losing some of its shine. Why has the luxury giant lost its appeal and how much is the second-hand market to blame?Elsewhere the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has killed more than 3,400 people, what does it take to develop a vaccine?(Photo Credit: EPA/Shutterstock)

On today's show, we turn our attention to the DR Congo where the Ebola virus has spread to a 7th district.  The new numbers demonstrate 7200 cases, almost 4000 dead.  Meanwhile the war rages on.  Cat Brooks talks with Maurice Carney to debunk how the billionaire class and multinational corporations have been extracting massive wealth from Africa and undermining public health institutions and worsening the Ebola crisis in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Maurice Carney is co-founder and Executive Director of the Friends of the Congo.   Image: CDC on Unsplash   —- Subscribe to our podcast: https://plinkhq.com/i/1637968343?to=page Get in touch: lawanddisorder@kpfa.org Follow us on socials @LawAndDis: https://twitter.com/LawAndDis; https://www.instagram.com/lawanddis/ The post The Ebola Virus Spreading in The DR Congo w/ Maurice Carney appeared first on KPFA.

La 17è flambée de maladie à virus Ebola en RDC est décrite comme la pire de l'histoire de la République démocratique du Congo, et concerne désormais sept des 26 provinces du pays. Quatre mois après l'annonce officielle du début de l'épidémie, (l'OMS avait décrété au mois de mai 2026 une urgence de santé publique de portée internationale), les autorités sanitaires congolaises recensent plus de 7.000 cas et près de 3.400 décès. À ce bilan, s'ajoutent 1.671 guérisons de malades qui avaient contracté le virus de souche Bundibugyo, plus rare et contre lequel il n'existe pas de vaccin éprouvé à l'heure actuelle.   La riposte est aujourd'hui globale et met à contribution cliniciens, chercheurs et acteurs communautaires, venus d'horizons variés ; d'O.N.G., d'institutions sanitaires et de recherche, le tout piloté par le manager terrain de l'IRNB, l'institut national de recherche biologique fondée par le Pr Jean-Jacques Muyembé (co-découvreur d'Ebola) à Kinshasa, le professeur Steve AHUKA, virologue.  Plusieurs essais cliniques sont menés actuellement par des coalitions de chercheurs congolais et internationaux, pour « repositionner » des traitements existants, c'est-à-dire pour observer de manière scientifique si des médicaments ou vaccins peuvent avoir un effet sur la souche incriminée.  Les stratégies de lutte passent par des actions de proximité, aussi bien en termes de sensibilisation que d'identification des cas contacts, par une accélération des moyens diagnostiques et par une orientation rapide des malades vers les centres de traitement dédiés. Autant d'éléments qui nécessitent en amont un travail sur la confiance des populations.     Avec : Dr Marie Jaspard, infectiologue au service des Maladies infectieuses à l'Hôpital Saint-Antoine APHP à Paris, chercheure pour l'INSERM  Pr Steve Ahuka, professeur de Microbiologie et Virologie à la Faculté de Médecine de l'Université de Kinshasa (UNIKIN), Chef de Département de Virologie à l'Institut National de Recherche biomédicale (INRB) et depuis juillet 2026, incident manager pour la riposte contre la maladie à virus Ebola (MVE)  Antoine Maillard, responsable de la Recherche chez ALIMA Jules Villa, anthropologue, chercheur post-doctoral dans l'unité d'Anthropologie médicale et membre de l'Outbreak Investigation Taskforce à l'Institut Pasteur. Il a rejoint les équipes de l'engagement communautaire de l'OMS pendant 8 semaines en Ituri.      Programmation musicale :  ► Tyty meufapart – Djabari ► Falz - Na je. 

The Ebola outbreak in the DRC has claimed more than 3,400 lives and infected thousands more. Despite the scale of the outbreak, there is still no approved vaccine for the latest strain. Leanna Byrne examines what it takes and who pays to develop a vaccine. We look at what is slowing vaccine development and whether the limited commercial market for Ebola vaccines means governments, charities and international donors must step in to fund research.(Photo: Sanitation measures underway at Bunia market to contain Ebola outbreak, Democratic Republic of the Congo, 23 May, 2026. Credit: EPA)You can email the team: businessdaily@bbc.co.ukProducer: Matt Lines(Correction, 16 September 2026: In this episode, first published on 15 September 2026, we incorrectly stated the size of Gavi's First Response Financing Fund. The correct figure is $500 million. We apologise for the error, which has been corrected.)

African Grey parrots are among the most recognizable companion birds in the world, but their intelligence, beauty, and popularity have also made them major targets of the illegal wildlife trade. In this two-part episode, Alexis and Avery examine the trafficking of Congo African Greys from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the devastating mortality behind wild-caught bird shipments, and the country's recent move to ban parrot capture, sale, transport, and export. They also discuss how prospective parrot owners can avoid supporting unethical trade through careful research and responsible purchasing.The episode then travels to South Africa to spotlight the vulnerable Cape Parrot and the work of the Wild Bird Trust's Cape Parrot Project. From restoring indigenous yellowwood forests and addressing disease and invasive species to community education and long-term conservation planning, this episode explores how protecting parrots requires protecting the habitats and people connected to them.Don't forget our species spotlight featuring the Rüppell's Parrot (Poicephalus rueppellii)!Always Remember: Be kind to your Parrot, and it will be kind to you!—Links:Visit Us: https://www.parrotstars.comParrot Stars on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parrotstars/Parrot Stars on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@parrot_starsParrot Stars on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@parrotstarsCape Parrot Project Instagram: @capeparrotprojectReferences:Animal Welfare Institute. “Commercial Pet Trade of Terrestrial Wildlife.” Animal Welfare Institute. https://awionline.org/programs/terrestrial-wildlife/commercial-trade/commercial-pet-trade-of-terrestrial-wildlife/BirdLife International. “Tackling the Illegal Trade and Trafficking of Birds.” BirdLife International. https://www.birdlife.org/projects/tackling-illegal-trade-inc-songbirds/Cape Parrot Action Plan Coordinating Committee. “Cape Parrot and Mistbelt Forest Action Plan.” https://www.capeparrotactiongroup.org/Makal, Didier. “DRC Finally Moves to Protect African Gray Parrots from Unsustainable Trade.” Mongabay, September 23, 2025. https://news.mongabay.com/2025/09/drc-finally-moves-to-protect-african-gray-parrots-from-unsustainable-trade-didier-makal/Pollock, Christal. “Understanding the Illegal Parrot Trade.” LafeberVet, April 20, 2013. https://lafeber.com/vet/understanding-the-illegal-parrot-trade/Toft, Catherine A., and Timothy F. Wright. Parrots of the Wild: A Natural History of the World's Most Captivating Birds. University of California Press, 2015. https://doi.org/10.1525/9780520962644Wild Bird Trust. “Cape Parrot Project.” Wild Bird Trust. https://www.wildbirdtrust.com/projects/cape-parrot-project___Support the Parrot Stars Podcast on Buzzsprout!  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2376122/support Support the Parrot Stars Podcast on Buy Me A Coffee!https://buymeacoffee.com/parrotstarspodcastFollow the Parrot Stars Podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you never miss an episode. Watch the video content on YouTube. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for regular updates about all of the thrilling things happening at Parrot Stars! Enjoy the episode? Download each one and don't forget to like, subscribe, and review! Your support helps us with everything we do and we genuinely appreciate it.Send us Fan MailSupport the showLearn more about Parrot Stars and shop online at parrotstars.com

In episode 87 of Going anti-Viral, we represent a panel discussion from September 3, 2026, as part of the IAS–USA Dialogue series Emerging Infections and Health Threats. This Dialogue is a must listen as our distinguished panel of infectious disease experts dives deep into some of the most pressing public health challenges facing the world today. Moderated by Carlos del Rio, MD, a Distinguished Professor of Medicine in the Division of Infectious Diseases at Emory University School of Medicine, this Dialogue brings together world-class experts Yvonne Maldonado, MD, and Peter Chin-Hong, MD. The panel addresses the following pressing topics: -- Upcoming respiratory virus season: have we learned any lessons from Australia?-- New FDA-approved vaccines: updated COVID-19 vaccine and the first mRNA flu vaccine for the fall season-- Vaccination controversies: the politicization of the vaccination schedule, the resurgence of measles, and declining vaccine confidence-- Global outbreaks: Ebola outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda; cholera outbreaks in Sudan, Chad, and other African nations-- Emerging US health threats: chikungunya, Chagas, leishmaniasis, malaria, Dengue fever, and other diseases that were once considered nonendemic in the US are occurring with increasing frequency0:00 – Introduction 1:48– Reaction to recent measles deaths and update on status of the outbreak in the US11:15 – Update on the changes to the vaccination schedule 15:03 – The role of medical groups in making updated vaccine recommendations 26:20 – The mRNA influenza vaccine and research into the use of mRNA vaccines for cancer treatments30:01 – Update on summer foodborne outbreaks and surveillance36:17 – Audience questions on COVID-19, influenza, and mpox vaccination43:41 – Overview of alpha-gal syndrome48:21 – Impact of climate change and global travel on spread of mosquito and tick-borne diseases53:28 – Impact of cuts to public health on response to health threats like Ebola __________________________________________________Produced by IAS-USA, Going anti–Viral is a podcast for clinicians involved in research and care in HIV, its complications, and other viral infections. This podcast is intended as a technical source of information for specialists in this field, but anyone listening will enjoy learning more about the state of modern medicine around viral infections.Going anti-Viral's host is Dr Michael Saag, a physician, prominent HIV researcher at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and volunteer IAS–USA board member. In most episodes, Dr Saag interviews an expert in infectious diseases or emerging pandemics about their area of specialty and current developments in the field. Other episodes are drawn from the IAS–USA vast catalogue of panel discussions, Dialogues, and other audio from various meetings and conferences. Email podcast@iasusa.org to send feedback, show suggestions, or questions to be answered on a later episode.Follow Going anti-Viral on: Apple Podcasts YouTubeXFacebookInstagram...

Ambassador Fred Gateretse-Ngoga spent 17 years at the African Union working on some of Africa's most difficult peace and security challenges. In this episode of The Long Form Podcast, recorded shortly before his departure from the AU Commission, Fred sits down with Sanny Ntayombya for a candid conversation about Burundi, Rwanda, eastern DRC and the future of peace in Africa. He discusses his controversial public criticism of discrimination against Burundi's Tutsi community, whether ethnic power-sharing created lasting stability, and what Rwanda, Burundi and the Democratic Republic of Congo misunderstand about each other. They debate whether wars can sometimes be resolved through military victory, the M23 and FDLR question, growing Afrophobia and xenophobia across Africa, and why conflicts continue to proliferate despite decades of African Union peacebuilding. Sponsors:ShieldTech Hub- https://www.shieldtechub.com                                           Akagera Medicines- https://www.akageramedicines.com BasiGo Rwanda- https://www.basi-go.com/rwanda CanalBox-https://www.canalbox.rw Join our Patreon to enjoy ad-free viewing https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheLongFormPod or support us via our MTN Mobile Money Code 95462 or directly to our phone number: +250795462739Visit Sanny Ntayombya's Official Website: https://sannyntayombya.comProduced by LF Media 

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An artificial intelligence researcher who recently quit a leading AI firm has told the BBC that people working on the technology were "genuinely frightened" about its advancements and what it could mean for humanity.We'll look at whether there are increasingly urgent problems ahead for the roll-out of the technology.Also in the programme: EU leaders gather to discuss policy towards the Arctic; the Democratic Republic of Congo's government says it might have turned a corner with its Ebola epidemic; and we cover Celine Dion's comeback concert In Paris after a debilitating illness.(Photo shows a screen showing the Anthropic logo. Credit: Dado Ruvic/Reuters)

Le président congolais Félix Tshisekedi a signé dimanche une ordonnance portant organisation et fonctionnement du comité chargé de préparer le dialogue national. L'ordonnance, lue à la télévision nationale, marque une première étape vers ce dialogue, réclamé par l'opposition depuis plusieurs mois.

La primera vez que se detectó el ébola fue en 1976. Desde entonces, los brotes que se han identificado se han frenado gracias a los avances médicos, pero el brote actual en República Democrática del Congo no está siendo controlado debido a la falta de confianza y al desfinanciamiento, como nos explica junto con Ana Carbajosa y Claudia García Vaz, investigadora en el grupo de economía de la salud global y coordinadora de análisis de políticas en el Instituto de Salud Global de Barcelona

Houthi fighters seize control of Yemen's entire Red Sea coast, following a lightning military offensive that's cemented their grip on a vital maritime corridor. Also: Despite efforts to control the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, officials have confirmed that the virus has now spread to another region in the North West of the country. The British parliament votes against changing the law on assisted dying. The proposed legislation would have allowed adults, with fewer than six months to live, to apply to end their own life -- subject to certain safeguards. Leaders of the BRICS group of nations are attending a summit in the Indian capital Delhi this weekend. It looks set to be dominated by the wars in the Middle East and Ukraine, as well as economic challenges. The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk Photo: Houthi military spokesman, Yahya Sarea, delivers a televised statement in Sana'a, Yemen Credit: Al Masirah TV

In his weekly clinical update, Daniel Griffin and Vincent Racaniello delve into dengue virus infections in Florida, recent human rabies infections in the US, proposed changes in biomedical funding including "converting" the Department of War into NIAID, the continuing controversy over the deaths of 2 children in Pennsylvania from measles, before Dr. Griffin deep dives into recent statistics RSV, influenza, SARS-CoV-2 infections, approval of new mRNA COVID-19 vaccines by the FDA, and contacting your federal government representative to stop the assault on science and biomedical research. Subscribe (free): Apple Podcasts, RSS, email Become a patron of TWiV! 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Ce sont deux trajectoires nées des épreuves, converties en réussites entrepreneuriales. Marvin Ndiaye a transformé la faillite familiale et la perte de son père en un groupe belge de restauration livrée pesant aujourd'hui dix millions d'euros de chiffre d'affaires. Karamo Sangaré, débarqué en France avec 600 euros en poche, a bâti autour du digital et du développement personnel une communauté de plus de 10 millions de personnes. Ils témoignent au micro d'Eco d'ici Eco d'ailleurs.   Marvin Ndiaye : de la cuisine familiale à un groupe pesant 10 millions d'€ Fondateur de Fresheo (livraison de repas) et cofondateur d'Ultra (accompagnement de dirigeants), cet entrepreneur belge d'origine sénégalaise et indienne a transformé un deuil et une reconstruction personnelle en un groupe puissant et solide. En bref Né à Charleroi, de mère belgo-indienne et de père franco-sénégalais Dirigeant de Freshea, groupe de quatre sociétés livrant entre 60 000 et 420 000 repas par semaine Chiffre d'affaires du groupe : plus de 10 millions d'euros Auteur de Fauché à 18 ans, millionnaire à 23 (éditions Racine, 2024) Une enfance marquée par les faillites successives Les parents de Marvin Ndiaye tenaient un café avant de se tourner vers l'immobilier. Le commerce fonctionnait, mais la gestion administrative, elle, s'est révélée beaucoup plus compliquée. Selon lui, ses parents savaient vendre, mais butaient sur tout ce qui touchait à la paperasse et aux codes propres au métier d'entrepreneur — une complexité renforcée par le parcours administratif particulier de son père, né à Saint-Louis du Sénégal à l'époque coloniale. Le décès du père, déclencheur d'une bascule En 2015, le décès de son père change tout. Devenu l'aîné responsable auprès de quatre frères et d'une mère en situation de handicap moteur, il se retrouve dans l'obligation de prendre ses responsabilités. Au même moment, il entame une perte de poids spectaculaire — cinquante kilos en six mois, via le jeûne intermittent et le sport, méthode apprise gratuitement sur YouTube. Fresheo, né dans la cuisine de sa mère C'est cette expérience de transformation personnelle, documentée sur les réseaux sociaux, qui donne l'idée du projet : cuisiner sainement pour ses proches, puis pour un cercle plus large. Avec environ 1 500 euros — de quoi acheter les premières barquettes, créer un site internet et lancer les premières publicités Facebook — Fresheo démarre dans la cuisine familiale à Charleroi. Les premiers clients viennent de l'entourage, avant que les réseaux sociaux ne prennent le relais. Aujourd'hui, l'entreprise s'est structurée autour de quatre sociétés couvrant le scolaire, les établissements pour personnes âgées, le B2B classique, et la livraison à domicile aux particuliers en Wallonie et en Flandre. Marvin Ndiaye revendique une règle simple : 80 % des plats doivent être frais et cuisinés maison. 2023, l'année de la première vraie crise Après des années de croissance quasi continue, l'entreprise a dû, en 2023, licencier la moitié de sa masse salariale dans un contexte de marché difficile — un épisode qu'il décrit comme le choc le plus dur de son parcours, notamment parce qu'il dit avoir toujours entretenu des liens allant au-delà du cadre professionnel avec ses équipes. Cette crise l'a aussi poussé vers la croissance externe, en rachetant d'autres sociétés, une compétence qui l'amènera ensuite vers le métier de conseil. Rentabilité plutôt que levée de fonds Contrairement à un réflexe répandu chez les entrepreneurs, Marvin Ndiaye privilégie la rentabilité à la levée de fonds. Il estime que le niveau de maturité et de législation en Belgique et en France limite la capacité de nombreux entrepreneurs à vraiment tirer parti de capitaux levés, et défend l'idée qu'une société doit d'abord se construire sur des fondamentaux solides. Ultra : vendre, déléguer, valoriser Avec Ultra, structure de conseil aux dirigeants, il a identifié trois blocages récurrents chez les entrepreneurs : la difficulté à vendre, la difficulté à déléguer et faire confiance, et l'incapacité à considérer leur entreprise comme un actif à valoriser plutôt que comme un simple emploi qu'ils se seraient créé. « Beaucoup de gens ne comprennent pas leur métier, ne savent pas qu'ils doivent vendre au quotidien et ne savent pas qu'ils doivent faire confiance. » Réseaux sociaux, intelligence artificielle et diversité Fort de plusieurs centaines de milliers d'abonnés, il considère son audience comme un véritable actif économique, ayant permis selon lui la création de dizaines d'emplois. Sur l'intelligence artificielle, il y voit un outil de redistribution des compétences, tout en appelant à la vigilance sur la cybersécurité et la conformité. Interrogé sur les inégalités de traitement entre entrepreneurs blancs et non-blancs en Europe, il affirme que son activité fonctionnerait plus facilement s'il était blanc et flamand plutôt que sénégalais ou indien — un constat qu'il présente non comme une excuse, mais comme un fait appelant à redoubler d'exigence. Sur l'héritage Interrogé sur la transmission à ses propres enfants, Marvin Ndiaye se dit peu enclin à leur laisser un patrimoine important, redoutant qu'un confort matériel trop précoce ne les prive de la nécessité de se construire par eux-mêmes — tout en garantissant, avec sa femme, un accès plein à l'éducation et à une bonne nutrition. Karamo Sangaré : des Restos du Cœur aux événements panafricains Visionnez l'entretien en vidéo Arrivé de Guinée à Poitiers (France) avec 600 euros en poche, cet entrepreneur du numérique et du développement personnel, fondateur de Kita Agency fédère aujourd'hui une communauté de plus de dix millions de personnes à travers l'Afrique et sa diaspora. En bref Né en Guinée, arrivé en France en 2018 pour étudier à Poitiers Entrepreneur dans le numérique, coach en développement personnel, auteur et conférencier Communauté de plus de 10 millions de personnes sur l'ensemble de ses plateformes Créateur des « concerts éducatifs », organisés à Paris, Dakar, Kinshasa, Lubumbashi, Cotonou, Ouagadougou, Conakry et Rabat Une arrivée en France dans la précarité Issu d'une famille nombreuse — son père, polygame, avait neuf enfants — Karamo Sangaré perd son père en 2016, alors qu'il vit déjà seul en ville pour ses études en Guinée. C'est dans cette période difficile qu'il découvre le développement personnel par l'intermédiaire d'un mentor. Arrivé ensuite en France via Campus France, il s'installe à Poitiers : logement précaire chez des amis, courses aux Restos du Cœur et à la Croix-Rouge pour se nourrir et s'habiller, faute de moyens suffisants. Des petits boulots à l'entrepreneuriat Avant de se lancer pleinement, il enchaîne les emplois étudiants — dont un poste au Futuroscope nécessitant 45 minutes de vélo aller-retour, hiver compris — tout en développant en parallèle ses premières activités de coaching. Il refuse le mythe du grand saut sans filet : sa recommandation est de garder son emploi ou ses études, de lancer une activité en parallèle, et de ne basculer à temps plein que lorsque cette activité permet déjà d'en vivre décemment. « Je préfère quelqu'un qui a joué le jeu plutôt que quelqu'un qui connaît les règles du jeu. » Les concerts éducatifs : formation et spectacle Après une première édition à Paris en janvier 2024 au succès rapide, le concept s'est étendu à plusieurs capitales africaines. Loin des tables rondes classiques qu'il juge peu engageantes, ces journées mêlent interventions de speakers venus partager une expérience concrète, formations pratiques et prestations artistiques — le rappeur Black M était par exemple présent lors de l'édition au Bénin. L'ambition affichée : transmettre un savoir-faire réellement pratiqué, pas seulement théorique, notamment sur le numérique et l'intelligence artificielle. Développement personnel : entre outil et dérives Conscient des dérives possibles d'un secteur parfois jugé ésotérique, Karamo Sangaré insiste sur la nécessité d'ancrer le développement personnel dans des résultats concrets et un domaine d'application précis, plutôt que de s'arrêter à des formules toutes faites. Il revendique une philosophie tournée vers le rêve comme point de départ de toute transformation, tout en reconnaissant que ce chemin ne mène pas systématiquement à la réussite pour tous. Les trois piliers de l'enrichissement S'appuyant sur les travaux de l'entrepreneur américain Robert Kiyosaki, il structure son message autour de trois étapes : faire rentrer de l'argent (par le salariat, l'entrepreneuriat, ou les deux), l'épargner en tenant compte de l'érosion liée à l'inflation, puis investir — bourse, ETF, cryptomonnaies ou immobilier — pour faire réellement fructifier ce capital. Un enseignement qu'il juge trop absent du système éducatif classique. Un usage volontairement discret des réseaux sociaux Bien qu'ayant bâti une communauté de plus de dix millions de personnes et plus de 600 000 abonnés sur Instagram en huit ans, il dit refuser d'exposer les signes extérieurs de réussite — voiture, montres — pour ne pas nourrir une illusion de succès instantané chez les jeunes qui le suivent. Il se montre également sélectif dans ses collaborations avec les marques, refusant que l'argent soit le seul critère de choix. La diaspora comme levier de développement Karamo Sangaré défend l'idée que les diasporas africaines, longtemps négligées par les politiques publiques, représentent un levier économique majeur : selon les chiffres qu'il cite, elles enverraient chaque année près de 100 milliards de dollars vers le continent, une somme dépassant parfois l'aide au développement. Il regrette toutefois que cet argent finance surtout la consommation courante plutôt que l'investissement, et plaide pour un transfert de compétences — à travers, notamment, le centre de formation qu'il prévoit d'ouvrir en Guinée. Une identité africaine avant tout Originaire de Guinée, il revendique une identité qu'il veut universelle et panafricaine plutôt que strictement nationale, se disant « à l'aise » aussi bien au Congo qu'au Sénégal, et cultivant volontairement cette image d'appartenance à un continent plutôt qu'à un seul pays.

Nuria Pérez ya está en la Biblioteca de Hoy por Hoy con 'Te di la mano' (Salamandra).  Le habló a Aimar Bretos y a Antonio Martínez Asensio de una novela que nos lleva desde el Congo colonizado por los belgas desde finales del siglo XIX hasta el colonialismo chino actual. A través de varias generaciones de congoleños nos muestra la esclavitud de un pueblo explotado por sus riquezas. Primero por el caucho, luego por el cobre y finalmente por el cobalto ¿Tenemos manchadas las manos de sangre cuando tenemos un móvil en las manos? La novela de Nuria Pérez nos lleva a profundas reflexiones. La autora, además de hablarnos de su libro nos donó  para nuestras estanterías  'Las correcciones' de Jonathan Franzen (Salamandra). Pepe Rubio nos trajo cinco novedades más de la semana: 'Todos mis pecados y la mitad de mi dolor' de  Elena Medel  (Seix Barral), 'Aquí me paro' de Javier Marías (Alfaguara) ,  'Bajo la luna del olivo' , fábulas que cuenta una madre palestina a sus hijos (Alba) ,  'Zeta' de Manuel Vilas (Páginas de Espuma)  y  'Lo que podemos ser' de Ian McEwan (Anagrama). Antonio Martínez Asensio, nuestro bibliotecario, nos contó en tres minutos  'El coronel Chabert' de Honoré de Balzac (Fonambulista)  y archivó también el libro que nos contará en su programa "un libro, una hora" : 'Un viaje de novios' de Emilia Pardo Bazán (Alianza) . Finalmente las donaciones de los oyentes fueron: 'Mi sol espléndido" de Khaleld  Hosseini (Salamandra), 'El loco del fin del mundo' de Javier Cercas (Random House), 'Una educación' de Tara Westover (Lumen) y 'La vida al final' de Bernhard Schlink (Anagrama) 

This past August, Pennsylvania announced two measles-associated deaths in unvaccinated residents, marking the first measles deaths in the state in thirty-five years. This week, hosts Chris Dall and Dr. Micheal Osterholm discuss the two deaths and the controversy surrounding them. They'll also highlight takeaways from the independent review of COVID, flu, and RSV vaccines by CIDRAP's Vaccine Integrity Project, answer a listener's question about the timing of COVID and flu shots, provide an update on the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, and share a special dedication for the 25th anniversary of CIDRAP.Links: Making Sense of Lancaster County's Controversial Coroner (Paul Offit's Substack Beyond the Noise) The Measles-Stricken Mother Who Lost Her Newborn Son (The Atlantic) Op-Ed: ‘Died with, not from' was a real COVID problem. It's the wrong framework for measles. (CIDRAP)Respiratory Virus Season Immunization Recommendations (American Medical Association)Vaccine Integrity Project's 2026-27 Respiratory Season Evidence Review (CIDRAP) Resources for vaccine and public health advocacy: Voices for Vaccines Families Fighting Flu Vaccinate Your Family Shot@Life Medical Reserve Corps Learn more about the Vaccine Integrity Project MORE EPISODES       SUPPORT THIS PODCAST   Music: "Beauty Flow" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License

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How did the coronation of a newly independent African nation, and it's democratically elected leader, Patrice Lumumba, turn into one of the hottest flash points of the early Cold War? Author and journalist Stuart A. Reid takes us back to the 1960s, and Congo's nascent position on the international stage. Mixed up in the complex swathes of post-Colonialism and Cold War politics, hear the still pertinent story of 'The Congo Crisis' and the murky characters who played their hands within it. From SPYSCAPE, the home of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle production. Series producer: Joe Foley. Produced by Louise Sinnerton. Music by Nick Ryan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kevin Maher (Creative Dir/Choreographer) has spent decades dancing, choreographing, teaching (Madonna, Rihanna, Britney Spears, Bad Bunny), and figuring out what actually matters to him as an artist. We trace his path from hustling through the late-'90s NYC dance scene to performing with artists including Missy Elliott and Mariah Carey, and what happened when the reality of the work didn't always match the dream. Kevin gets into why he resists labeling his choreography by dance style, what 'being bad' can unlock, knowing when it's time to move on, and valuing your influences without feeling pressured to put your movement into a box. We also get practical about getting unstuck when choreographing, bringing freestyle into choreography, creating under a time crunch, returning to your basics, and taking class without needing to be great at everything. This one gets into craft, artistic identity, career longevity, and building a dance career that actually feels like your own.

Le coma est la forme la plus avancée de l'altération de la conscience. La patient paraît endormi mais il ne répond à aucune stimulation. Cet état transitoire peut durer au mieux quelques jours ou conduire au décès du patient dans les cas les plus graves. Celui-ci peut passer par différents états de conscience altérée : état végétatif, état de conscience minimale... Quelles peuvent être les causes du coma ? Laisse-t-il toujours des séquelles ? Peut-on communiquer avec une personne dans le coma ? Le patient semble endormi, ses fonctions vitales fonctionnent mais le réveil, lui, est impossible et la personne plongée dans le coma ne réagit pas la douleur.   Cette urgence médicale est un symptôme qui peut être associé à de nombreuses maladies ou accidents, que ce soit un AVC, une tumeur cérébrale, un mal épileptique, un surdosage de médicaments ou un traumatisme crânien. Dans certains contextes sanitaires, il peut également être associé à des complications infectieuses par exemple celles d'une méningite ou d'un neuropaludisme. Cette perte de conscience peut, dans le meilleur des cas, se solder par un réveil rapide avec une bonne récupération. Mais elle peut aussi déboucher sur des états végétatifs, de conscience minimale et si le patient survit, entraîner de lourdes séquelles.  Pour mieux prendre en charge le coma, une bonne compréhension du fonctionnement cérébral est indispensable pour évaluer précisément l'étendue des lésions. Celle-ci repose notamment sur l'imagerie par I.R.M. ou scanner. Une approche très particulière est également recommandée dans la communication avec l'entourage de la famille.    Dans certains cas, une indication de coma artificiel (ou sédation profonde) sera recommandée par l'équipe soignante du service de réanimation, pour soulager le patient et essayer d'améliorer l'évolution des symptômes et la prise en charge. L'évolution du coma - qu'il ne faut confondre ni avec la mort cérébrale, ni avec le locked-in syndrome - est à la fois une question complexe et cruciale. La durée la perte de conscience est un ressort essentiel dans le pronostic et la capacité de réadaptation.     Avec : Pr Benjamin Rohaut, Professeur de neurologie à Sorbonne Université, médecin dans le service de Réanimation Neurologique de la Pitié Salpêtrière APHP à Paris et chercheur à l'Institut du Cerveau à Paris  Pr Célestin Kaputu, Neuropsychiatre – neuropédiatre, chef d'unité de neurologie pédiatrique et chef de département de neurologie au Centre Neuro-Psycho-Pathologique / CNNP, faculté de médecine de l'Université de Kinshasa, en République Démocratique du Congo  Reportage de Charlie Dupiot    ► En fin d'émission, nous parlons d'une avancée majeure dans la manière de comprendre le diabète de type 2 qui permet de mieux prédire l'évolution de la maladie et ses complications. Ces travaux, menés par des chercheurs de l'Inserm, du CNRS et de l'Université Paris Cité ont été publiés dans Cell Metabolism. Interview de Nicolas Venteclef, directeur de recherche Inserm de l'Institut Necker Enfants Malades.  Programmation musicale :  ► ALA NI, Adrian Younge - Middle of Nowhere

Le coma est la forme la plus avancée de l'altération de la conscience. Le patient paraît endormi mais il ne répond à aucune stimulation. Cet état transitoire peut durer au mieux quelques jours ou conduire au décès du patient dans les cas les plus graves. Celui-ci peut passer par différents états de conscience altérée : état végétatif, état de conscience minimale... Quelles peuvent être les causes du coma ? Laisse-t-il toujours des séquelles ? Peut-on communiquer avec une personne dans le coma ? Le patient semble endormi, ses fonctions vitales fonctionnent mais le réveil, lui, est impossible et la personne plongée dans le coma ne réagit pas à la douleur.   Cette urgence médicale est un symptôme qui peut être associé à de nombreuses maladies ou accidents, que ce soit un AVC, une tumeur cérébrale, un mal épileptique, un surdosage de médicaments ou un traumatisme crânien. Dans certains contextes sanitaires, il peut également être associé à des complications infectieuses, par exemple, celles d'une méningite ou d'un neuropaludisme. Cette perte de conscience peut, dans le meilleur des cas, se solder par un réveil rapide avec une bonne récupération. Mais elle peut aussi déboucher sur des états végétatifs, de conscience minimale et si le patient survit, entraîner de lourdes séquelles.  Pour mieux prendre en charge le coma, une bonne compréhension du fonctionnement cérébral est indispensable pour évaluer précisément l'étendue des lésions. Celle-ci repose notamment sur l'imagerie par I.R.M. ou scanner. Une approche très particulière est également recommandée dans la communication avec l'entourage de la famille.  Dans certains cas, une indication de coma artificiel (ou sédation profonde) sera recommandée par l'équipe soignante du service de réanimation, pour soulager le patient et essayer d'améliorer l'évolution des symptômes et la prise en charge. L'évolution du coma - qu'il ne faut confondre ni avec la mort cérébrale, ni avec le locked-in syndrome - est à la fois une question complexe et cruciale. La durée de la perte de conscience est un ressort essentiel dans le pronostic et la capacité de réadaptation.     Avec : Pr Benjamin Rohaut, professeur de Neurologie à Sorbonne Université, médecin dans le service de Réanimation Neurologique de la Pitié-Salpêtrière APHP à Paris et chercheur à l'Institut du Cerveau à Paris  Pr Célestin Kaputu, neuropsychiatre – neuropédiatre, chef d'unité de Neurologie pédiatrique et chef de département de Neurologie au Centre Neuro-Psycho-Pathologique / CNNP, faculté de Médecine de l'Université de Kinshasa, en République Démocratique du Congo.  Reportage de Charlie Dupiot.   ► En fin d'émission, nous parlons d'une avancée majeure dans la manière de comprendre le diabète de type 2 qui permet de mieux prédire l'évolution de la maladie et ses complications. Ces travaux, menés par des chercheurs de l'Inserm, du CNRS et de l'Université Paris Cité ont été publiés dans Cell Metabolism. Interview de Nicolas Venteclef, directeur de recherche Inserm de l'Institut Necker Enfants Malades.  Programmation musicale :  ► ALA NI, Adrian Younge - Middle of Nowhere.

« En Centrafrique, il n'y aura pas de paix durable sans un dialogue permanent et inclusif entre toutes les parties au conflit », affirme l'ancienne présidente Catherine Samba Panza, qui a conduit avec succès une médiation, de 2014 à 2016, pour mettre fin à la guerre civile de l'époque. Vendredi dernier, l'ancienne cheffe de l'État centrafricain était l'invitée à Paris de la seconde édition de la Fabrique de la diplomatie, organisée par le Quai d'Orsay et la Sorbonne nouvelle. Elle était accompagnée de Monseigneur Dieudonné Nzapalainga, le cardinal-archevêque de Bangui. Tous deux ont répondu aux questions de Christophe Boisbouvier. RFI : Catherine Samba-Panza, pourquoi dites-vous qu'une paix négociée au sommet ne sert à rien si la population ne se l'est pas appropriée ? Vous pensez notamment au conflit actuel dans les Grands Lacs et dans l'est de la RDC, où vous êtes impliquée au nom de l'Union africaine ? Catherine Samba-Panza : Oui, par exemple, tout à fait. Dans le cadre de ma mission de facilitateur, je me bats justement pour que les accords signés à Washington, à Doha, soient vraiment disséminés, pour que les populations puissent être au courant. Qu'est-ce qui a été décidé dans ces accords ? Comment ils vont être mis en œuvre et dans l'intérêt de qui ? Il est important qu'il y ait des relais en faveur des populations. Mais concrètement, comment les populations du Nord-Kivu et du Sud-Kivu peuvent-elles s'approprier l'accord de Washington du mois de décembre dernier ? Catherine Samba-Panza : Nous avons prévu, dans le cadre de nos missions de facilitateur, d'avoir des consultations au niveau de Kinshasa, mais également d'avoir des consultations éclatées dans l'est de la République démocratique du Congo, notamment à Goma, à Bukavu, dans l'Ituri, etc. Nous avons prévu des missions de terrain. Mais, en dehors des missions de terrain, il y a des relais de la société civile, il y a également les confessions religieuses, les chefs coutumiers, les femmes, les jeunes qui peuvent faire connaître le contenu de ces accords par les populations. Pourquoi dites-vous que les femmes sont exclues de beaucoup de négociations de paix ? Catherine Samba-Panza : Vous savez, quand on regarde les statistiques de l'ONU, des organisations régionales, il y a très peu de femmes qui sont à un certain niveau des processus de paix au niveau formel. Mais les femmes sont présentes dans les processus de paix au niveau local. Ce sont les femmes qui mènent le travail de terrain. Ce sont les femmes qui mènent le travail de médiation avec les groupes armés. Elles sont exclues au niveau formel des processus de médiation, mais elles sont là. Un accord est plus durable si les femmes se l'approprient ? Catherine Samba-Panza : Exactement. Toutes les études du monde sont unanimes : un accord n'est durable que si les femmes ou les communautés concernées ou affectées par le conflit sont impliquées. Monseigneur Dieudonné Nzapalainga, vous êtes également présent à cette Fabrique de la diplomatie à Paris, parce que vous êtes aussi un homme de paix, notamment en Centrafrique. Nous sommes donc à côté de la présidente Catherine Samba-Panza. Peut-on dire qu'entre 2014 et la présidentielle de 2016, quand elle a présidé la RCA, elle a conduit l'un des rares processus de paix qui a abouti à quelque chose de concret ? Dieudonné Nzapalainga : On peut le dire parce que nous étions à une étape charnière, marquée par une crise où la violence était au sommet. Il a fallu baisser les tensions. Il fallait apaiser les cœurs, faire converger les énergies, mobiliser les gens et leur indiquer une vision commune, aller aux élections. Pendant deux ans, ce travail a été fait de manière méthodique, courageuse, avec abnégation et détermination. Nous avons vu le résultat puisque nous sommes allés aux élections comme si on était dans un pays civilisé, sans tirer un coup de fusil. Les gens étaient alignés les uns derrière les autres. Ils ont voté au premier tour, voire au deuxième tour. Et moi, j'avais les larmes en voyant cette situation. Oui, il est possible que, si les hommes se fixent un destin commun, ils se l'approprient. Ils peuvent aussi tenir des paris. Et on l'a tenu en 2016. Je crois que le pape a aussi un petit peu aidé, puisque le pape François a visité Bangui un mois avant le premier tour de la présidentielle. Catherine Samba-Panza a-t-elle des qualités de médiatrice particulière qui font que des fois ça marche, des fois ça ne marche pas ? Dieudonné Nzapalainga : Mais nous sommes allés à la présidence. La présidente avait parlé et le pape a parlé. Le pape a encouragé tout le parterre des hommes et des femmes politiques à pouvoir transcender leur situation pour dire qu'il est temps de nous unir. Madame la présidente, quel est le message que vous avez retenu de votre rencontre avec le pape en ce jour de novembre 2015 ? Catherine Samba-Panza : Comme vous l'avez dit, la visite du pape en Centrafrique a été pour beaucoup dans l'apaisement des cœurs. Le pape nous a encouragés à travers son partage de paroles de paix. Les Centrafricains, de manière unanime, ont accueilli les messages de paix qui ont été apportés par le pape. Nous avons bénéficié d'une période exceptionnelle avec l'ouverture de la Porte Sainte à Bangui. Tout cela a apporté une certaine cohésion, une certaine réconciliation nationale. Il y a le pape, mais il y a votre propre action. Avec le recul, aujourd'hui, quel est, à votre avis, la principale qualité d'une médiatrice ? Catherine Samba-Panza : Beaucoup d'écoute, beaucoup de disponibilité. Avoir une vision et avoir la volonté de la paix et de la réconciliation nationale. Sans écoute, on ne peut pas savoir ce que l'autre attend de vous. Sans dialogue, on ne peut pas non plus échanger sur les questions essentielles qui divisent. Il est important de dialoguer, d'avoir un consensus sur la plupart des grandes décisions à prendre. C'est ce que j'ai fait pendant la transition, encouragée d'ailleurs par la Charte constitutionnelle de transition qui a prévu toutes ces étapes dans ses textes. Il y a eu en effet ce moment exceptionnel dans l'histoire de la Centrafrique, cette élection de 2016 gagnée par Faustin-Archange Touadéra. Et puis, quatre ans plus tard, votre pays a replongé dans la guerre civile avec la rébellion de François Bozizé et l'arrivée des troupes russes. Est-ce un cycle infernal ? Catherine Samba-Panza : Ce n'est pas un cycle infernal, mais je pense qu'après la transition et surtout les grandes orientations qui ont été apportées par le Pacte de paix et de réconciliation, il fallait consolider les acquis de la transition. C'était important. Le Pacte de réconciliation, qui a été adopté lors du Forum national de Bangui, avait tracé les grandes lignes de la conduite du pays pour les dix prochaines années. Les recommandations du Forum national de Bangui devaient constituer la base de toutes les décisions durant les dix prochaines années. C'était le cadre idéal de référence en termes de réconciliation nationale, en termes de développement économique pour la paix et la cohésion nationale. Malheureusement, nous n'avons pas su consolider les acquis du Forum national de Bangui et, évidemment, nous sommes retombés dans le cycle que vous appelez infernal. Aujourd'hui, beaucoup pensent que, sans l'intervention de troupes étrangères, il ne peut pas y avoir de paix en République centrafricaine. Que leur répondez-vous ? Catherine Samba-Panza : Les Centrafricains, fondamentalement, veulent la paix et ont confiance dans leur capacité de ramener la paix, de s'unir et de travailler pour le développement de leur pays. Il suffit de leur faire confiance. Mais il suffit également de créer la confiance à tous les niveaux : au niveau des partenaires, au niveau des investisseurs, mais surtout au niveau des Centrafricains eux-mêmes. Si on crée la confiance et que l'on ramène les Centrafricains autour d'une table pour un dialogue inclusif qui prenne en compte toutes leurs préoccupations et les propositions de sortie de crise, nous pouvons y arriver. Donc refaire la conférence de Khartoum. Que faut-il faire pour ramener la paix ? Catherine Samba-Panza : Nous n'avons pas besoin de refaire la conférence de Khartoum. Vous savez, il y a eu le dialogue politique inclusif qui s'est tenu il y a quelques années. Vous savez quelles sont les décisions qui en sont issues ? Les participants ont tout renvoyé aux recommandations du Forum national de Bangui. On dit que ce n'était pas la peine de perdre du temps à élaborer d'autres recommandations, alors que nous avons une foultitude de recommandations dans les tiroirs du pays. Je pense qu'on peut envisager cela autrement. Un dialogue permanent, une concertation permanente permettent déjà d'être en contact avec toutes les parties, tous les antagonistes de la crise, et d'essayer de trouver une solution commune à notre situation difficile. De ce point de vue, le pouvoir actuel ne fait pas assez pour le dialogue ? Catherine Samba-Panza : Nous constatons qu'il y a beaucoup de demandes pour un dialogue réel, inclusif. Il y a beaucoup de demandes à ce niveau. Maintenant, il appartient aux autorités légalement mises en place de voir dans quelle direction s'orienter pour un retour réel à la paix et à la relance économique du pays. Vous avez dit, dans votre discours ce vendredi à Paris, que vous pensiez que la France avait un rôle à jouer dans les conflits militaires en Afrique. Quel rôle la France peut-elle jouer ? Catherine Samba-Panza : Quand je parle de la France, il n'y a pas que la France, il y a toute l'Union européenne derrière. Vous savez, sans la communauté internationale, sans la France, sans l'Union européenne, notre sortie de crise en 2016 en République centrafricaine ne serait pas allé loin. On a besoin de la communauté internationale. On a besoin des partenaires comme la France pour nous appuyer dans notre démarche stratégique de sortie de crise en termes financiers, en termes d'appui logistique, en termes également de soutien économique. Cela est très important. Nous sommes dans un monde interconnecté et nous avons besoin des uns et des autres pour pouvoir avancer. À lire aussiRDC: devant ses partenaires régionaux, Félix Tshisekedi expose sa stratégie sécuritaire

Discover why Chris believes the most meaningful and important travel stories begin where headlines and stereotypes end. ============================ Get the Monday Minute my weekly email with 3 personal recs for travel, culture, and living beyond borders you can read in 60 seconds. ============================ ON THIS EPISODE How do you tell compelling stories about places that are often misunderstood? In this episode, Chris Joondeph reflects on the lessons he's learned from traveling to more than 170 countries and creating one of the world's largest travel communities on social media. Through conversations about Syria, Iran, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Turkmenistan, Algeria, Malawi, and beyond, Chris explores the responsibilities of travel creators, the importance of context over sensationalism, and why genuine human connection is essential to understanding the world. He also shares how traveling with his father after the loss of his mother transformed both of their perspectives, and why curiosity, humility, and firsthand experience continue to shape the stories he chooses to tell. → Full show notes with direct links to everything discussed are available here. ============================ FIND YOUR NEXT EPISODE Explore The Maverick Show Starter Packs — some of my favorite conversations curated by theme so you can easily find the episodes that match your interests. ============================ FREE RESOURCES FOR YOU See my Top 10 Travel Apps See my Top 10 Books that Shaped the Way I Travel See my 7 Keys For Building A Remote Business (Even in a space that's not traditionally virtual) Watch my Video Training on Stylish Minimalist Packing so you can join #TeamCarryOn See the Travel Gear I Use and Recommend See How I Produce The Maverick Show Podcast (The equipment, services & vendors I use) ============================ ENJOYING THE SHOW? Follow The Maverick Show on Instagram and DM Matt to continue the conversation Please leave a rating and review — it really helps the show and I read each one personally Support the show by buying me a coffee — espressos help me produce significantly better podcast episodes!

Fabrice Muamba joins us this week, with one of the most talked about stories in football in the last 20 years, only we could come away from this episode debating whether Nicklas Bendtner is a good looking bloke. Jokes aside it was an absolute pleasure to sit down with Fabrice who has had such an incredible journey before and after the cardiac arrest. From having to flee Congo at a young age due to his dad's political ties, blagging his way into Arsenal's youth team through his mate, to coming to terms with retiring and the incredible outreach he got from icons all around the world wishing him well. This show is sponsored by Betano Get £40 in FREE BETS at http://betano.co.uk/cosh when you bet £10 18+ gambleaware.org T&Cs apply

Started off with a state election in Germany where the right-wing AFD was cruising to victory, then talked about the rising deaths in Congo and other African countries due to "Genital theft." Also Nepal flood updates, Trump admin officials go to Moscow and Kiev, Lindsey Clancy trial updates, and a UK/Nigerian business man dies after getting penis fillers in Thailand.

As we prayed a serpent started slithering toward our bare feet! I got up silently and followed it around the house. Then I saw a rock the size of a snowball. ... This real event drove home the battle between our enemy in the Garden and our interpretation of Genesis 3! On this episode of The Eden Podcast. The Tru316 Foundation (www.Tru316.com) is the home of The Eden Podcast with Bruce C. E. Fleming where we “true” the verse of Genesis 3:16. The Tru316 Message is that “God didn't curse Eve (or Adam) or limit woman in any way.” Once Genesis 3:16 is made clear the other passages on women and men become clear too. You are encouraged to access the episodes of Seasons 1-11 of The Eden Podcast for teaching on the seven key passages on women and men. Are you a reader? We invite you to get from Amazon the four books by Bruce C. E. Fleming in The Eden Book Series (Tru316.com/trubooks). Would you like to support the work of the Tru316 Foundation? You can become a Tru Partner here: www.Tru316.com/partner

When an expedition to the African Congo ends in disaster, a new team is assembled to find out what went wrong.

In his weekly clinical update, Daniel Griffin and Vincent Racaniello remember Dolly Parton and her patronage of science, especially development of the COVID-19 vaccines, if the shingles vaccine protect against cardiovascular events as well as dementia, the continued national cyclosporiasis and screwworm outbreaks, size of the Ebola outbreak in the Congo, the death of 2 children in Pennsylvania from measles and the economic cost of the measles outbreak, before Dr. Griffin deep dives into how to determine the case fatality rate of measles as well as measles outbreaks, recent statistics RSV, influenza, SARS-CoV-2 infections, approval of new mRNA COVID-19 vaccines by the FDA, access and how pay for Paxlovid, where to go for answers about long COVID-19, clinical guidelines for treating long COVID, B-cells-autoimmunity- long COVID, enrolling in a long COVID trial and the use of the COVID antiviral drug to "sop up" chronic virus shedding and contacting your federal government representative to stop the assault on science and biomedical research. 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If a deadly virus doesn't get you, a killer robot will. Or so this week's headlines might have you believe.  The official case count in the Ebola outbreak in Congo is now at 6,300. The infection fatality rate is nearly 50%, making this a disease to watch. At this rate, it will surpass the West African outbreak of 2014 before it finally burns out.  Elsewhere, AI-powered weapons systems are increasingly finding their way to battlefields, especially in Ukraine, Gaza, and Iran. It's been confirmed that autonomous weapons have eliminated or forced the surrender of Russian soldiers, crossing the line to the Terminator scenario.  How long before police departments deploy autonomous weapons systems? We also discuss President Trump's proposed arch in Washington DC, inspired by the Arc de Triomphe in Paris. It's likely the president is not aware of the pagan significance of the arch, which has generated some pushback in the form of a legal challenge. Ground is expected to be broken within the next two weeks.  In case you missed it, here's the link to this week's Throwback Thursday episode with the late Dr. Tom Horn from May 2008 about the Watchers, Nephilim, and the use of human women as "fit extensions" by the fallen angels to bring their kind into the natural realm.  Derek's new book War of the Watchers Book One: From Baal to Balfour is now available at Amazon in paperback and as a Kindle e-book! It's also a part of a special offer at the SkyWatchTV store: Get War of the Watchers, Derek's previous book The Second Coming of Saturn, and a 13-part teaching DVD based on The Second Coming of Saturn for your donation of at least $45! ‘ Here's the link to the trailer for the book. Follow us! • X (formerly Twitter): @pidradio | @sharonkgilbert | @derekgilbert• Telegram: t.me/gilberthouse | t.me/sharonsroom | t.me/viewfromthebunker• Substack: gilberthouse.substack.com | SharonKGilbert.substack.com• YouTube: @GilbertHouse | @UnravelingRevelation• Facebook.com/pidradio Thank you for making our Build Barn Better project a reality! f you are so led, you can help out at www.GilbertHouse.org/donate. Get our free app! It connects you to this podcast, our weekly Bible studies, and our video programs Just Five Things and Iron and Myth. The app is available for iOS, Android, Roku, and Apple TV. Links to the app stores are at pidradio.com/app. JOIN US IN ISRAEL (NOTE NEW DATES)! We will tour the Holy Land October 25–November 6, 2027 with an optional three-day extension to Jordan. For more information, log on to GilbertHouse.org/travel. Think better, feel better! Our partners at Simply Clean Foods offer freeze-dried, 100% GMO-free food and delicious, vacuum-packed fair trade coffee from Honduras. Find out more at GilbertHouse.org/store/.

Join us as we reflect on Tim Curry's timeless contributions to film. Hey there, This week, we're paying tribute to the legendary Tim Curry, a remarkable talent whose presence has left an indelible mark on the world of film and television. Join Bill and Chris as they reminisce about Curry's iconic roles and the impact he had on the cult movie scene. Tim Curry: A Horror Icon Tim Curry's versatility is often overshadowed by his iconic horror roles. Chris shares, "If I was gonna have dinner with the horror greats, it would be Peter Cushing, Christopher Lee, and Tim Curry. He's up there with the greats." Curry's remarkable range extended beyond horror, with a notable career in voice acting as well, surprising Bill when he dove into his IMDB. A Look Back at Curry's Roles In this episode, the duo discusses two of Curry's lesser-known films: Legend and Congo. Bill acknowledges, "Legend is one of the better-known character pieces he did, but it seems to be forgotten by the general public." They delve into Curry's compelling performances that deserve more recognition in the cult film community. Remembering the Greats With a heavy heart, Bill reflects on the recent losses in the entertainment world, saying, "It was a rough week for us. We lost Dolly, we lost Tim Curry. Not taking the wrong eighty-year-olds from us." This somber note sets the tone for a deep dive into the legacies left behind by these icons. A Nod to Independent Media Before wrapping up, Bill reminds listeners about their support for independent media, stressing the importance of keeping conversations alive through platforms like their Patreon. He encourages fans to get involved, as every contribution helps sustain the show. As we celebrate Tim Curry's career and contributions, let's keep the spirit of cult films alive. For more insights and fun discussions, tune into the full episode!

In this episode of The John Fugelsang Podcast, John dives deep into the pressing issues of our time, starting with New York City's ban on AI in classrooms and the alarming UN report on global warming. He discusses the urgent need for immunizations as the American Academy of Pediatrics joins forces with other medical organizations to advocate for public health amidst rising concerns about the Ebola crisis in Congo.John is joined by Dr. Tracy Pearson, a legal analyst, to unpack the implications of immigration crackdowns on students and the mental health challenges they face. Together, they explore the tragic story of Pierre Damas Bell, a young immigrant whose life was cut short by the harsh realities of immigration enforcement, and the broader impact on the educational landscape for immigrant students.As the conversation shifts, John reflects on the legacy of the late Gloria Steinem, celebrating her contributions to feminism and the fight for gender equality. He emphasizes how Steinem's work not only liberated women but also challenged toxic masculinity, urging men to embrace vulnerability and compassion.With humor and insight, John critiques the current political climate, including the absurd endorsement of Ken Paxton by President Donald Trump, and the ongoing fallout from the Iran war. He encourages listeners to engage in activism and remain aware of the systemic issues affecting their lives and communities.Join John for a thought-provoking episode filled with passion, laughter, and a call to action for a better future.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This podcast is sponsored by Earn Haus.  More information at www.EarnHaus.com/Bobandtom The BOB & TOM Show — August 31, 20266:00 AM 6:00 Snail Man-Mango6:04 Tom's puppy had poop problems this morning.6:09 Bra talk6:12 No lions in Indiana—they saw pigs.6:22 Letter—our kitten Gomez can't stop looking at Josh on TV.6:25 Letter—color way—dumbing down of America—Caitlin Clark.6:27 Letter—paddles with holes in them.6:28 Letter—on a road trip—fence called dog wire.6:30 Talking about trash.6:46 Wants normal-sized boxes of cereal—Tom.6:49 There is a plane in the movie Ben-Hur—Pat.6:49 Letter—listened to Dolly Parton interview—loved it.6:52 Pumpkin spice song—Pat.6:54 There are pumpkin spice trash bags. 7:07 “La Grange”—ZZ Top7:10 Sports7:21 Illegal reptile trade show7:24 100,000 cockroaches found7:31 Melort alcohol is nasty—70 proof7:34 SWR—greatest height jumping from airbag—called blobbing7:47 Weekend in History 8:02 Banana spider helps with ED8:05 Not supposed to kill spiders8:08 Pope featured in Vanity Fair—on the best-dressed list8:10 Leo the 14th “I am”—Pat8:25 Ever seen a movie with homeless men?8:25 Using vaginal secretions as perfume—vabbing8:27 Tom loves David Muir8:29 Online-only relationships—Kristi8:31 Man with smallest penis had surgery to enlarge it—surgery successful—Kristi8:33 Sudan and the Congo have largest penises8:36 Girth Brooks8:46 Today in History8:56 Tom stole Josh's joke from out under him 9:07 Coffins are not airtight9:08 Cheese balls fall out of truck on highway9:11 Mac and cheese is back—Pat Godwin9:21 Josh's costume at Six Flags was so hot to wear—Foghorn Leghorn9:22 Explains how they cleaned the costume9:26 PBR truck stolen—PBR inside9:30 DoorDash driver delivered food naked9:45 Women's prosthetic leg washed up on shore9:50 Rome telescope was launched9:52 “La Grange”—ZZ Top 7:00 AM8:00 AM9:00 AM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cobalt mining is one of the world's most dangerous jobs. And it's also one of the most essential: cobalt is what powers the batteries in your smartphone, your laptop, the electric car you felt good about buying. More than three-quarters of the world's cobalt supply lies in the Democratic Republic of Congo, whose abundant resources have drawn greed and grifters for centuries. This week on our series Hidden Histories, we reveal the fight for control of those resources, and for the dignity of the people who produce them. (This episode originally aired in 2023)Guests: Siddharth Kara, author of Cobalt Red: How the Blood of the Congo Powers Our LivesAdam Hochschild, author of King Leopold's GhostRamona Austin, art historian and former curator at the Art Institute of Chicago and the Dallas Museum of ArtGeorges Nzongola-Ntalaja, African and global studies Professor Emeritus at the University of North Carolina and former UN ambassador for the Democratic Republic of CongoSupport public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show's perks include sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy