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Early winter weather has us pondering an alternate definition of “slush pile,” albeit the mucky, grey residue remaining after a city snowfall. Our Slush Pile is far more fresh, but still a wintry mix as we discuss the short story “Catherine of the Exvangelical Deconstruction” by Candice Kelsey. You might want to jump down the page and read or listen to it in full first, as there are spoilers in our discussion!   The story is set on the day of the Women's March, following 2017's Inauguration Day, but only references those events in the most glancing of ways. Instead the protagonist glances away to an array of distractions: Duolingo, a Frida Kahlo biography, a bat documentary, European architecture, banjo music, a stolen corpse flower, daydreaming, and actual dreaming. In the withholding of the protagonist's interiority, Sam sees a connection to Rachel Cusk's Outline, while Jason is reminded of early Bret Easton Ellis. The editors discuss how fiction might evoke the internet's fractioning of our attention, by recreating the fractioning or reflecting it?   We'd like to offer congratulations to Sam whose debut book of short stories, “Uncertain Times,” just won the Washington Writers Publishing House Fiction Prize. As always, thanks for listening!   At the table: Dagne Forrest, Samantha Neugebauer, Jason Schneiderman, Kathleen Volk Miller, Lisa Zerkle, and Lilllie Volpe (Sound Engineer)   Listen to the story “Catherine of the Exvangelical Deconstruction” read in its entirety by Dagne Forrest (separate from podcast reading) (Bio): Candice M. Kelsey (she/her) is a bi-coastal writer and educator. Her work has received Pushcart and Best-of-the-Net nominations, and she is the author of eight books. Candice reads for The Los Angeles Review and The Weight Journal; she also serves as a 2025 AWP Poetry Mentor. Her next poetry collection, Another Place Altogether, releases December 1st with Kelsay Books. (Website): https://www.candicemkelseypoet.com/ (Instagram): @Feed_Me_Poetry   Catherine of the Exvangelical Deconstruction Catherine's thumb hovers over Duolingo's question, her mind dim from doom scrolling, chest dead as TikTok. The green owl stares. She swears its beak is twitching.  “Got 5 minutes?”  She swipes Duo, that nosy bastard, and his taunting French flag icon away. “Non.” The apartment is dim, the air too still. Days feel hollow and unhinged, as if she's Edmond Dantès tossed off the cliff of Chatêau d'If, a brief and misplaced shell weighted to the depths of the sea. So much for learning a language to calm the nerves. Frida Kahlo's face stares from the page of a book she hasn't finished reading. “I should just return this already.” There are days she commits to her syllabus of self-education and days she resents it. Kahlo's eyes pierce her, and giving up feels like large-scale feminist betrayal—how she has shelved the artist, her wounds, tragic love, and all. But even sisterhood is too much this January 21st, and of all people, Kahlo would understand. Catherine opens her laptop and starts a documentary about bats instead. Chiroptera. A biologist with kind eyes speaks of their hand-like bones, the elastin and collagenous fiber wings. The chaos of nature is its own magic realism. She learns bats are vulnerable like the rest of us. Climate disruption and habitat loss. Plus white nose syndrome and the old standby, persecution by ignorant humans who set their caves aflame. In the documentary, there is a bat with the liquid amber eyes of a prophet. Maybe that's what this world has had too much of, she begins to consider. Mid-deconstruction of decades in the white, evangelical cesspit of high control patriarchy, Catherine sees the world as one big field day full of stupid ego-competitions like cosmic tug-a-wars. And prophets were some of the top offenders. King Zedekiah, for one, had the prophet Jeremiah lowered into a well by rope, intending he sink into the mud and suffocate. All because he warned the people of their emptiness. Her mind wanders to Prague, to art, to something far away that might fill her own cistern life. “Maybe next summer,” she whispers. “Charles Bridge, St. Vitus.” The rhythm of bluegrass hums through the speakers, enough to anchor her here, in this room, in this thin sliver of a world she cannot escape. “That could be the problem; I need to learn Czech. No, fuck Duo.” J'apprendrai le français. J'irai à Prague. Je verrai les vieux bâtiments. But then, something strange. The banjo's pluck feels different, deeper, its twang splitting the air. She Googles the history of Bluegrass, and the words tumble from the page, layering like the weight of a corpse settling into the silt off the coast of Marseille. The banjo isn't Appalachian in origin but rather West African—specifically from the Senegalese and Gambian people, their fingers strumming the akonting, a skin drum-like instrument that whispered of exile, of worlds ripped apart. American slavers steeped in the bitter twisting of scripture trafficked them across the Middle Passage, yet in the cruel silence of the cotton fields, they turned their pain into music. How are we not talking about this in every history class in every school in every state of this nation? The akonting, an enslaved man's lament, was the seed of a gourd that would bloom into the sounds of flatpicking Southerners. Still, the banjo plays on in Catherine's apartment. A much more tolerable sound than Duolingo's dong-ding ta-dong. But she can't quite cleanse her mind of the French lessons, of Lily and Oscar. Il y a toujours plus. Her voice is barely a whisper, trying to reassure herself. There must be more. A recurring dream, soft and gleaming like a pearl—her hands moving over cool clams, shucking them on a beach house in Rhode Island. It's a faint memory, but no less ever present. Aunt Norma and Uncle Francis' beach cottage and the closest thing to a Hyannis Port Kennedy afternoon of cousins frolicking about by the edge of a long dock lured back by the steam of fritters. But this time, Ocean Vuong stands beside her. He's talking about the monkey, Hartford, the tremors of the world. And the banjo has morphed into Puccini's La Bohème, which laces through the rhythm of Vuong's syntax like a golden libretto. They notice a figure outside the window, a shadow in the sand—the new neighbor? He's strange. A horticulturist, they say. Catherine hasn't met him, but there are rumors. “Did he really steal it?” Vuong asks. She practices her French—it's a dream after all—asks “Le cadavre fleuri?” They move to whispers, like a star's breath in night air. Rumor stands that in the middle of California's Eaton fire, the flower went missing from the Huntington Museum in Pasadena. The Titan Arum, bloated and bizarre in its beauty and stench, just vanished. Fran at the liquor store says the new neighbor, gloves always pressed to the earth, took it.  At night, she hears him in the garden, talking to the roots. She imagines his voice, murmuring something incomprehensible to the moonlight. Like that's where the truth lies—beneath the soil, between the cracks of broken promises, smelling faintly of rot. She recalls the history she once read, so distant, so impossibly rotten. During WWI, when the Nazis swept through Prague, they forced Jewish scholars to scour their archives. They wanted to preserve the so-called “best” of the Jews—manuscripts, texts, holy materials—for their future banjo-twisted Museum of an Extinct Race. She shudders. The music, the wild joy of the banjo, now seems infected with something ancient and spoiled. The act of collecting, of preserving, feels obscene. What do you keep? What do you discard? Whom do you destroy? She wakes from the dream, her phone still alive with French conjugations. The bluegrass hums, but it's heavier, like a rope lowering her into Narragansett Bay. The neighbor's house is dark. But she thinks she can see him, a silhouette against the trees, standing still as a warning. Everything is falling apart at the seams, and she is both a part of it and apart from it. Like each church she left, each youth group and AWANA or Vacation Bible School where she tried to volunteer, to love on the kids, to be the good follower she was tasked with being.  She leans her forehead against the cool glass of the window, closing her eyes. The ache is there, the same ache that never quite leaves. It's sharp, it's bitter, it's whole. The small, steady thrum beneath it all. Il y a toujours plus. Maybe tomorrow she will satisfy Duo. Maybe next fall she will dance down a cobbled street in Prague. Find five minutes to feel human. Perhaps she will be whole enough, tall as St. Vitus Cathedral, to face whatever is left of this America. She closes her eyes to Puccini's Mimi singing Il y a toujours plus and dueling banjos while her neighbor secretly drags a heavy, tarp-covered object across his yard under the flutter of Eastern small-footed bats out for their midnight mosquito snack. A scene only Frida Kahlo could paint.

St Johnstone picked up a comfortable three points against Airdrie thanks to Adama Sidibeh's best performance for the club. The Gambian striker notched a "perfect" hat trick to cap off a team performance that become more impressive as the game went on. Can he keep it up? Can Jonathan Svedberg further cement his place in the team? And can Saints find a "big brother" performance to see of Dunfermline at the weekend?

Why has the Gambian government issued a strong warning to ex -President Yahya Jammeh following his announcing plans to return from 9 years in exile?.   Nigeria, South Africa, Mozambique, and Burkina Faso removed from a global money-laundering watchlist. How can they benefit?   And how years of drought is decimating wealth, and thousands of lives in the  self-declared Republic of Somaliland.      Presenter: Nyasha Michelle Producers: Yvette Twagiramariya, Stefania Okereke and Mark Wilberforce in London. Technical Producer: Chris Kouzaris Senior Producer: Paul Bakibinga Editors: Alice Muthengi and Andre Lombard.

Art in Healing From Crises: A Conversation with Shelley McKechnieInside this episode with your host, Mitch Hampton:It feels as if all of us who live in Western North Carolina were affected in so many various ways by the Hurricane Helene in 2024. Pulling back into the largest focus it is a truth that some of the best works of art in history were created from and forged in the most difficult of circumstances. I was most impressed by all of the artwork collected in our guest Shelley McKechnie's wonderful volume on the experience. To me it is a form of artwork of sorts to collaborate with the many people in the volume and to make decisions as to what will be included in such a book. Now a year later than that storm, and during which so many people have been so helpful and healing during this period, I found my conversation with her an indispensable one for our podcast. Link to this magnificent book:  www.hawcreekpress.comMore about Shelley McKechnie and her wonderful work: Shelley McKechnie's career sits at the intersection of the arts, business, and community development. She's run three companies, held leadership positions in others, led a global nonprofit organization, and worked as a photojournalist and editor. She has written more than 100 by-lined articles for national magazines and edited and published Stronger than the Storm: Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina, a regional bestseller which landed on several categories of national "best new release" lists on Amazon. In partnership with a Gambian community organization, she started and ran an entrepreneurship program for teen girls in West Africa that's now led by program graduates. Shelley holds an MBA from the University of Chicago and a BA in English from Cornell University. In 2015 she was selected for the inaugural class of Presidential Leadership Scholars, a joint initiative of four presidential libraries providing intense 6-month training and mentorship for established civic change-makers, and lifelong membership in an active and growing alumni association. She enjoys long-distance bike riding and is working to expand the greenway network in North Carolina. She lives in the mountains of Asheville, NC. #galleryatflatrock #ashevilleartmuseum #prose #literature #literaryart #climatechange #hurricane #hurricanehelene #sept2024 #sept2025 #painting #wnc #editor #northcarolina #riverartsdistrict #publishing #sculpture #music #theater 

In this compelling episode of Vital Voices Live, Gambian women's rights activist Jaha Dukureh — a leading campaigner against female genital mutilation, founder and executive director of Safe Hands for Girls, TIME 100 honoree, and Nobel Peace Prize nominee — joins acclaimed actor and New York Times bestselling author Ashley Judd. Interviewed by actor and CARE Ambassador Bellamy Young, they explore the global fight to end female genital mutilation, the ongoing evolution of the #MeToo movement in Hollywood, and the power of personal stories to spark change for women and girls worldwide.

President Trump mangles acetaminophen and issues a sweeping “don't take Tylenol” decree. Are some people truly more attractive to mosquitoes than others? Sadie Dingfelder joins to walk through decades of mosquito studies, from Gambian huts filled with human volunteers to modern lab assays with paraffin membranes, and explains why carbon dioxide, sweat, and even bananas can make one person a mosquito buffet while another goes unbitten. She answers the question “Is It Bullshit?” Also: a spiel on Tom Homan, a $50,000 bribe, and a bright yellow Cava bag that says as much about government indifference as it does about corruption. Produced by Corey Wara Production Coordinator Ashley Khan Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠thegist@mikepesca.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ To advertise on the show, contact ⁠⁠⁠⁠ad-sales@libsyn.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://advertising.libsyn.com/TheGist⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to The Gist: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://subscribe.mikepesca.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to The Gist Youtube Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4_bh0wHgk2YfpKf4rg40_g⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to The Gist Instagram Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠GIST INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow The Gist List at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Pesca⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Profundities | Mike Pesca | Substack

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. District court once again grants bail to Ko Wen-je and Angela Ying The Taipei District Court has upheld its previous ruling and approved bail for Taiwan People's Party founder and former Chairman Ko Wen-je . The hearing came after the Taipei District Prosecutors' Office appealed the court's earlier decision to free Ko on bail of 70-million N-T. The court also upheld its earlier decision to free Taipei City Councilor Angela Ying on bail of 30-million N-T. Prosecutors appealed the bail orders, arguing that key witnesses had not yet completed their testimony (證詞) in court and that Ko had contacted witnesses two witnesses after posting bail. Prosecutors now say they make a decision later this week on whether or not to appeal the latest lower court ruling. Education ministry to review petition to delay school start times The Ministry of Education says it will review a citizen-initiated petition to delay junior and senior high school class starting times to 10AM after it gained more than 10,000 signatures in less than a week. It calls for classes to run from 10AM to 4PM and for nonessential courses to be cut to give students more sleep and improve learning efficiency. Most junior and senior high school students currently begin classes around 8AM. According to the petition, students can already commute on their own and do not need to match parents' work schedules, while shorter hours would allow more time for hobbies and social activities. The education ministry will issue its formal (正式的) response by November 14. New Taipei's Wugu records Taiwan's highest temperature Monday The Central Weather Administration says New Taipei's Wugu District recorded the highest temperature a islandwide on Monday - as the mercury there hit 39 degrees. The temperature in Wugu was recorded at 12:10PM, It was followed by New Taipei's Sanxia District - where the temperature reached 38.3-degrees at 12:40PM. Neihu District in Taipei, Sigang District in Tainan, and Luzhu District in Taoyuan recorded temperatures above 37-degrees on Monday. While parts of Chiayi, Pingtung, and Taitung reached highs of 36-degrees or more. DRC Begins Ebola Vaccination Campaign The Democratic Republic of Congo has begun vaccinating health workers and people infected with Ebola in the southern province of Kasai where an outbreak was recently declared (宣告). The vaccination campaign follows an increase in cases of the infectious disease in the region. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa…. Ghana Confirms West Africans Deported from US Sent to Home Countries The government of Ghana says 14 West Africans deported from the U.S. were sent to their home countries. Lawyers representing some of the men argue they face risks of persecution (迫害) or torture. The group included 13 Nigerians and one Gambian. News of the deportation emerged last week, leading to a lawsuit by U.S. lawyers. They claim the U.S. is trying to evade immigration laws. On Monday, Ghana's minister for government communications confirmed the deportees, 13 Nigerians and one Gambian, have left for their home countries. The case has drawn parallels to other deportations under the Trump administration, raising legal and ethical concerns. Russian Owner of Beirut Explosion Ship Arrested Bulgaria has arrested the Russian owner of a cargo ship linked to the massive explosion in Beirut in 2020. At least 218 people were killed and over 6,000 wounded when hundreds of tons of ammonium nitrate detonated in a warehouse. Igor Grechushkin's arrest comes nearly five years after a Lebanese judge issued warrants for him and the ship's captain. Lebanese officials are preparing documents to request Grechushkin's extradition for questioning. No Lebanese official has been convicted (被定罪). New leaders elected in early 2025 have vowed to complete the investigation and hold those responsible accountable. That was the I.C.R.T. EZ News, I'm _____. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

In our Patreon-exclusive aftershow, Yan and Nat continue the conversation with Gambian comics critic ML Kejera. Right before this audio preview, ML and our hosts were talking about how difficult it was to find "official" copies of today's readings (Arzach and Blueberry by Mœbius) — which turns into a conversation about piracy, preservation, and the ails of the comics industry. If you want to hear more, head over to Patreon and become a Friend of Comic Sans today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In our Patreon-exclusive aftershow, Yan and Nat continue the conversation with Gambian comics critic ML Kejera.Right before this audio preview, ML and our hosts were talking about how difficult it was to find 'official' copies of today's readings ("Arzach" and "Blueberry" by Mœbius) — which turns into a conversation about piracy, preservation, and the ails of the comics industry.If you want to hear more, head over to Patreon and become a Friend of Comic Sans today!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As the sweltering purple sun rises over the old ruins, the comics in Yan and Nat's hands shrivel away and crumble to dust. With no food, no water, and nothing to read for today's episode, the end seems nigh for our brave adventurers, until… look! With a mighty cry, comic critic ML Kejera soars in on a biometallic pterodactyl holding aloft a glowing tome — "Arzach" by Mœbius! --- The conversation with ML continues in the Comic Sans Aftershow, our Patreon-exclusive podcast where Yan and Nat chat in depth with guests on their work and creative practice. Become a Friend of Comic Sans today! 00:00 - Welcome to the show, ML! 06:41 - Unhinged Keje-rant: To Dream, Perchance to Draw 29:31 - Discussion of Arzach #1 33:20 - Discussion of Arzach #3 36:23 - Discussion of Arzach #2 42:54 - Discussion of Arzach #4 52:26 - Sharing of Dream Journals 55:32 - ML's Final Questions In this episode, Yan and Nat read the four issues of Arzach by Mœbius. Transcript and bibliography coming soon. --- ML Kejera is a Gambian writer and comics critic currently based in Illinois. His fiction has been shortlisted for the Commonwealth Short Story Prize and awarded a Miles Morland Writing Scholarship. He used to review comics for the AV Club, and both wrote and edited for the Eisner-winning journal of comics criticism, PanelxPanel. ML has work published or forthcoming in The Nation, LA Review of Books Quarterly, The Comics Journal, Wasafiri, and the Cafe Irreal. Follow ML on Bluesky and Instagram, or email him at mlaminkejera [at] gmail [dot] com. If you enjoyed the show, you can support us on Patreon, leave us a review, or follow us @comicsanspod on Instagram, Bluesky, and Tiktok. Comic Sans is an Andas Productions podcast hosted by Myle Yan Tay and Nathaniel Mah, produced by Scott Lee Chua and Roshan Singh Sambhi. Edited by Maddy Searle (audio) and Kit Ling Leong (video). Transcribed by Danielle Anne Espinosa. Cover art and motion graphics animation by Knikni Studio (Maryana Rudakova). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the sweltering purple sun rises over the old ruins, the comics in Yan and Nat's hands shrivel away and crumble to dust. With no food, no water, and nothing to read for today's episode, the end seems nigh for our brave adventurers, until… look! With a mighty cry, comic critic ML Kejera soars in on a biometallic pterodactyl holding aloft a glowing tome — "Arzach" by Mœbius!---The conversation with ML continues in the Comic Sans Aftershow, our Patreon-exclusive podcast where Yan and Nat chat in depth with guests on their work and creative practice. Become a Friend of Comic Sans today!---In this episode, Yan and Nat read the four original issues of Arzach.Show notes and bibliography available here.Hear an interesting ad? Learn more about our advertisers here.And tag us @comicsanspod on Instagram and Bluesky — we'd love to hear from you!---00:00 - Welcome to the show, ML!06:41 - Unhinged 'Keje-rant': To Dream, Perchance to Draw29:31 - Discussion — Issue #133:20 - Discussion — Issue #336:23 - Discussion — Issue #242:54 - Discussion — Issue #452:26 - Sharing of Dream Journals55:32 - ML's Final Questions---ML Kejera is a Gambian writer and comics critic currently based in Illinois. His fiction has been shortlisted for the Commonwealth Short Story Prize and awarded a Miles Morland Writing Scholarship. He used to review comics for the AV Club, and both wrote and edited for the Eisner-winning journal of comics criticism, PanelxPanel.ML has work published or forthcoming in The Nation, LA Review of Books Quarterly, The Comics Journal, Wasafiri, and the Cafe Irreal. Follow ML on Bluesky and Instagram, or email him at mlaminkejera [at] gmail [dot] com.Comic Sans is an Andas Productions podcast hosted by Myle Yan Tay and Nathaniel Mah, produced by Scott Lee Chua and Roshan Singh Sambhi. Edited by Maddy Searle (audio) and Kit Ling Leong (video). Cover art and motion graphics animation by Knikni Studio (Maryana Rudakova).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Joining us on Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Alieu Jallow, Entrepreneurship & Innovation Specialist at the City of Mississauga. In this episode, we talk about his experiences founding Gambia's first business incubator, supporting numerous startups and small businesses, and his current role in Mississauga's economic development office. He highlights the various programs and initiatives offered by Mississauga to support businesses at different stages, from initial ideas to scaling, including unique approaches like "reverse pitches" where investors explain their criteria to entrepreneurs.Listen on

A federal court in Denver has found a former member of Gambia's military guilty of torturing five people accused of involvement in a failed coup against the West African country in 2006. This constitutes a rare prosecution in the United States for torture committed abroad. Also, the UK's Supreme Court passed a ruling on the meaning of the word "woman" as used in the country's Equality Act from 2010. In a unanimous decision, the court said that "woman" refers to people assigned the female gender at birth, and does not extend to transgender women. Critics of the decision say it marks a "huge blow" to the rights of trans people across the country. Also, more than 1,000 Israeli spies and soldiers, past and present, have petitioned their government to cease military actions in Gaza. And, Sweden's annual tradition of watching the migration of moose on TV.Listen to today's Music Heard on Air. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

A former Gambian soldier, Michael Sang Correa, is standing trial in a US federal court in Denver, Colorado. Correa faces charges of torture and conspiracy to commit torture. Who is he and why is he being trialled in a US court?Also, what to do about the widespread use of artificial intelligence among university students in South Africa?And as Ghana's Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey steps into her role as Commonwealth Secretary-General, we explore the legacy of the past leader and the role of the organisationPresenter: Audrey Brown Technical Producer: Francesca Dunne Producers: Tom Kavanagh, Bella Hassan, Daniel Dadzie and Patricia Whitehorne Senior Journalist: Karnie Sharp

Lawfare Tactics: The discussion highlights the use of nationwide injunctions by left-wing activist judges to block President Trump's agenda. This tactic is described as unprecedented and a significant shift from previous administrations. Statistics: The document provides statistics showing the dramatic increase in nationwide injunctions during Trump's presidency compared to previous administrations. For example, there were 37 nationwide injunctions in the first two months of Trump's presidency, compared to 32 during the entire terms of Bush, Obama, and Biden combined. Historical Context: It explains the historical context of injunctions, noting that such widespread use is a recent development and a departure from traditional legal practices. Pro-Hamas Radical's Visa Revocation Case of Mommodo Tal: The document discusses the case of Mommodo Tal, a British and Gambian dual national studying at Cornell University on an F-1 student visa. Tal's visa was revoked due to his anti-American and anti-Israel statements and actions. Statements and Actions: Tal is quoted making several inflammatory statements, including celebrating the October 7th attacks by Hamas and calling for armed resistance. His social media posts express hatred towards the U.S. and support for anti-Israel sentiments. Legal and Political Reactions: The document details the legal actions taken against Tal, including his lawsuit to block deportation. It also mentions protests by left-wing activists supporting Tal and criticizes Democrats for not condemning his actions. Broader Themes Weaponization of Legal System: The podcast argues that Democrats are using the legal system to subvert democracy by targeting Trump through lawfare. Judicial Reforms: There is a discussion on potential judicial reforms to address the issue of nationwide injunctions, including the possibility of returning to a system with three-judge district courts for constitutional challenges. Free Speech and Anti-Semitism: The document touches on issues of free speech, particularly in the context of anti-Semitic actions on college campuses, and criticizes Democrats for their perceived double standards. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and the Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. Thanks for Listening #seanhannity #hannity #marklevin #levin #charliekirk #megynkelly #tucker #tuckercarlson #glennbeck #benshapiro #shapiro #trump #sexton #bucksexton#rushlimbaugh #limbaugh #whitehouse #senate #congress #thehouse #democrats#republicans #conservative #senator #congressman #congressmen #congresswoman #capitol #president #vicepresident #POTUS #presidentoftheunitedstatesofamerica#SCOTUS #Supremecourt #DonaldTrump #PresidentDonaldTrump #DT #TedCruz #Benferguson #Verdict #justicecorrupted #UnwokeHowtoDefeatCulturalMarxisminAmericaYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Anything that shows solidarity of Palestine is being mischaracterized quite erroneously as antisemitism. That's the way in which they are trying to get us to stop speaking about Palestine," says Momodou Taal, a Cornell University graduate student and activist now facing deportation after challenging the Trump administration in court.The risks of political speech have escalated dramatically for international students like Taal. He spoke to The Intercept Briefing yesterday, underscoring the chilling reality he and his peers now face. “It's not just that you might get kicked out of school or suspended,” says Taal, “but you are threatened with deportation and ICE custody now. That's what's at stake here." Late last week, federal officials sent Taal's attorney a midnight email demanding he appear before Immigration and Customs Enforcement on Tuesday. The email provided no grounds for the request. This typically marks the beginnings of removal proceedings against an individual in the U.S. Only afterward, over the weekend, did the Department of Justice claim Taal's student visa had been revoked on March 14th by the State Department due to "disruptive protests" and "creating a hostile environment for Jewish students." The timing is telling—just days after Taal, a dual Gambian and British citizen, joined other Cornell plaintiffs in a lawsuit accusing the Trump administration of targeting international students for supporting Palestinian rights. In their complaint the plaintiffs state “The First Amendment protects ‘people' and not citizens alone. This includes non-citizens living in the U.S.” Taal had participated in pro-Palestine protests at Cornell. His legal team argues the order to appear before ICE demonstrates their central claim that deportation is being weaponized "in retribution" for lawful political speech.Despite the pressure, Taal sees the government's actions as evidence of weakness, not strength. "You don't repress to this level when you're in a position of strength. When you have to quell speech, it means that you are realizing that the outside world or public opinion is swaying in one direction. So I think now would not be the time to be afraid. I know it's a very frightening moment, but for me, this is the time to double down."As Tuesday approaches, Taal remains resolute about the potential consequences. "If I have to leave the country, it would be back to the UK. I know the weather's terrible and your listeners probably don't like beans and toast either, but it wouldn't be the worst thing in the world going back to the UK. I think about what the Palestinians have endured for 76 years and more—what I'm going through pales in comparison."Listen to the full conversation of The Intercept Briefing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Max Pearson presents a collection of this week's Witness History episodes from the BBC World Service.We find out about the landmark protest in 1990 when wheelchair users crawled up the steps of the US Capitol Building in Washington DC, campaigning for disability rights.Our expert is Dr Maria Orchard, law lecturer at the University of Leeds, who has carried out research into disability and inclusion.We hear about the 2015 attack on the Bardo Museum in Tunisia's capital, in which 22 tourists were killed.Next, the Gambian woman who in 1997 began making bags and purses out of old discarded plastic and is now globally recognised as Africa's Queen of Recycling.The South African musical King Kong which opened to critical acclaim in 1959 and whose all-black cast defied apartheid.Finally, the invention of the Global Positioning System - GPS - in the late 1970s, which now keeps aircraft in the sky and supports banking transactions.Contributors:Anita Cameron - disability rights campaigner Dr Maria Orchard - lecturer in law at the University of Leeds Hamadi Ben Abdesslem - tour guide Isatou Ceesay - environmental campaigner Nelson Mandela - former President of South Africa Marian Matshikiza - daughter of Todd Matshikiza, jazz pianist and composer Professor Brad Parkinson - chief architect of GPS(Photo: 8 year-old Jennifer Keelan crawls up the steps of the US Capitol, 12 March 1990. Credit: AP/Jeff Markowitz)

Foreign fleets off the Gambia's shore are straining local fish stocks by “coming in at night and fishing illegally,” Sanyang fisher Alagie Gasama says. And the lack of enforcement, or even political will, by the government leaves these fishing communities to struggle on their own. On this episode of The Catch, host Ruxandra Guidi continues her journey along the Gambian coast by hearing directly from the fishers, processors, and local officials navigating these changes in their fish stocks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

*Israel strikes several locations along Syrian-Lebanese border The Israeli army has said it carried out air strikes on several locations along the Syria-Lebanon border, alleging the sites were being used for weapons transfers to Hezbollah. The Israeli military further claimed that such smuggling efforts "are a blatant violation of the understandings between Israel and Lebanon." This marks the second time in less than 48 hours that Israel has announced air strikes in the border region. *Trump says US close to minerals deal with Ukraine, wants aid 'money back' President Donald Trump said the United States is close to an agreement with Ukraine on sharing revenue from Ukrainian minerals as part of efforts to end the Ukraine war, saying his intent is to recover the aid Washington has provided. "Europe has given $100 billion. The United States has given $350 billion because we had a stupid, incompetent president and administration," he told the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) on Saturday. The president argued that Washington should not bear the burden alone. *DRC's Tshisekedi plans unity government in response to rebels' offensive Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi will launch a unity government, his spokesperson has said, as he faces domestic pressure over his handling of an offensive by M23 rebels in eastern provinces. Since the start of the year, DRC has faced back-to-back losses in North and South Kivu provinces, fuelling criticism of the authorities' military strategy. *Israel may deploy tanks in northern West Bank for 1st time since 2002 The Israeli army may deploy tanks to the northern occupied West Bank for the first time in 23 years, a media outlet has reported. According to Channel 14, citing anonymous sources, the political leadership is "pressuring for the inclusion of tanks” in the ongoing military raids in the northern occupied West Bank. The tanks "could soon participate" in the raids, the sources further indicated. It added that the decision came "after pressure from the political leadership." *Gambian information minister praises strong bilateral ties with Türkiye Gambian Information, Media, and Broadcasting Services Minister Ismaila Ceesay stated that Türkiye has very strong bilateral relations with Gambia. It is important for Gambians to know their friends and to fully understand Turkish culture, traditions, geography, and history, he stated. Ceesay also suggested signing a memorandum of understanding for cooperation in capacity building, experience sharing, and news exchange between the two countries.

Small pelagic fish off the West African coast are being scooped up in large numbers and ground into a product called fishmeal. This fishmeal is then used to support animal production and aquafarms around the world. How is this industry impacting local fishers? And what does this mean for the global supply chain? Host Ruxandra Guidi partners with Gambian reporter Mustapha Manneh to look at fishmeal production in both the Gambia and Senegal for Season 5 of The Catch. Other voices in this episode include Sally Yozell, Senior Fellow and Director of the Environmental Security program at the Stimson Center and Dr. Ensa Touray, a historian at the University of The Gambia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our guest this week is Ousman Touray. Ousman a Gambian Pan-Africanist, is the chairperson of the Young Ancestors Foundation. Known for his strong views on Africa, he turned down a scholarship to Canada and opted to do his masters degree in Rwanda. #MoveAfrica #AUMigration #FreeMovement #PositiveMigration #AFRICANDiversity #AUFMP Listen to the Long Form with Sanny Ntayombya podcast on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/rw/podcast/the-long-form-with-sanny-ntayombya/id1669879621Listen to the Long Form with Sanny Ntayombya podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7HkkUi4bUyIeYktQhWOljcFollow Long Form with Sanny Ntayombya on Twitter: https://x.com/TheLongFormRwFollow Long Form with Sanny Ntayombya on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelongformrw/Follow Long Form with Sanny Ntayombya on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@longformrwFollow Sanny Ntayombya on Twitter: https://x.com/SannyNtayombya About Long Form with Sanny Ntayombya:The Long Form with Sanny Ntayombya is a weekly podcast intent on keeping you up to date with current affairs in Rwanda. The topics discussed range from politics, business, sports to entertainment. If you want to share your thoughts on the topics I discuss use the hashtag #LongFormRw on Twitter and follow us on Twitter and Instagram on our handle @TheLongFormRwBe a part of the conversation.

“He is the reason my father sacrificed everything we had - just for him to throw it all away and come back!” Gambian migrants frequently risk their lives to reach Europe in hopes of a better life, only to be sent back home. These returnees don't just face the disappointment of a failed journey - they often return to a cold reception from families and communities. Families often sell their personal belongings, land and even livestock, sacrificing everything to fund these dangerous journeys. BBC Africa Daily's Muthoni Muchiri speaks to Gambian filmmaker Cherno Jagne, whose short film ‘The Backway' dives into this emotional and often overlooked side of migration.

A key part of the experience of migration is not being in full control of one's circumstances and doing. In this episode, Ingrid Piller speaks with Marco Santello about his research with Gambian migrants in Italy. The focus is on Marco's recent article in Language in Society about migrant experiences of constraints and suffering. For additional resources, show notes, and transcripts, go here. Reference: Santello, M. (2024). Constraints, suffering, and surfacing repertoires among Gambian migrants in Italy. Language in Society, 1-23. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

A key part of the experience of migration is not being in full control of one's circumstances and doing. In this episode, Ingrid Piller speaks with Marco Santello about his research with Gambian migrants in Italy. The focus is on Marco's recent article in Language in Society about migrant experiences of constraints and suffering. For additional resources, show notes, and transcripts, go here. Reference: Santello, M. (2024). Constraints, suffering, and surfacing repertoires among Gambian migrants in Italy. Language in Society, 1-23. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/african-studies

A key part of the experience of migration is not being in full control of one's circumstances and doing. In this episode, Ingrid Piller speaks with Marco Santello about his research with Gambian migrants in Italy. The focus is on Marco's recent article in Language in Society about migrant experiences of constraints and suffering. For additional resources, show notes, and transcripts, go here. Reference: Santello, M. (2024). Constraints, suffering, and surfacing repertoires among Gambian migrants in Italy. Language in Society, 1-23. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/anthropology

A key part of the experience of migration is not being in full control of one's circumstances and doing. In this episode, Ingrid Piller speaks with Marco Santello about his research with Gambian migrants in Italy. The focus is on Marco's recent article in Language in Society about migrant experiences of constraints and suffering. For additional resources, show notes, and transcripts, go here. Reference: Santello, M. (2024). Constraints, suffering, and surfacing repertoires among Gambian migrants in Italy. Language in Society, 1-23. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/sociology

A key part of the experience of migration is not being in full control of one's circumstances and doing. In this episode, Ingrid Piller speaks with Marco Santello about his research with Gambian migrants in Italy. The focus is on Marco's recent article in Language in Society about migrant experiences of constraints and suffering. For additional resources, show notes, and transcripts, go here. Reference: Santello, M. (2024). Constraints, suffering, and surfacing repertoires among Gambian migrants in Italy. Language in Society, 1-23. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/italian-studies

Send us a textWelcome to episode 41 of 'The Dawah Clinic' where we will be addressing your dawah dilemma's. If you have difficulty in answering certain questions or need help in responding to polemics towards Islam and Muslims, fear no more the dawah clinic is here to help empower you. So keep a note of your dawah dilemma's and call into the show or post your questions in the live chat.  Please note : waiting lists are very high and clinic places are limited to a maximum of 10 placements at any given time so keep your questions concise, to the point and please be patient. Link to Join The Dawah Clinic: https://streamyard.com/f79fqjnuew​https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ijazthetrini Please help Br Ijaz with his monthly medical fees, if you are able to. Jzk khairDownload your free PDF copy of Abraham Fulfilled here:https://sapienceinstitute.org/abraham-fulfilled/Purchase a paperback copy from Amazon here:https://tinyurl.com/2xkv4ynu© 2024 EFDawah All Rights ReservedVoice only nasheed licence provided by vocaltunez.com Title : It's closeWebsite : https://efdawah.com/EFDawah بالعربية (Arabic)https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWDR...EFDawah Bosniahttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgcz...EFDawah Indonesiahttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSGJ...EFDawah Kurdishhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-kA...Podcast Website (New)https://efdawah.buzzsprout.com/RSS FeedTimestamps:00:00 - Intro 01:00 - EF Dawah Panel join: Format of the Stream03:21 - Refuting the claim of the Qur'an confirming the Bible07:49 - The Qur'an & sahabas, scholars confirm the Bible's corruption10:06 - Discrepancies b/w the Qur'an & the Bible11:17 - Issues with the Christian Theology & Texts12:46 - The Qur'an correcting the Bible15:44 - Power (Hanief) joins & applauds the panel 17:38 - When & how should one start giving dawah?22:40 - Reality of giving Dawah at Speaker's Corner23:33 - Advice about giving Dawah38:26 - Responsibility & Approach of a Da'ee 44:09 - The Qur'an doesn't endorse the Bible/Torah46:24 - Debunking the Christian claim about the Qur'an48:02 - Cade joins: Ruling on kissing the black stone50:06 - Refuting the claims against the Kaaba53:11 - Discourse on people taking images at the Kaaba54:27 - Exposing the Modern Christian Polemics57:35 - Sincerity in dawah & the need for mentorship1:01:29 - Significance of having a Vision 1:04:01 - Empowering & nurturing future da'ees1:06:35 - Encouraging Muslims to study Islam 1:09:50 - Carlos joins1:10:14 - Studying theology vs delving into mysticism1:11:46 - Following scholarship's consensus w.r.t religious practices1:17:17 - Conveying basic Islamic beliefs 1:21:54 - Book recommendation for critiquing the Bible1:23:38 - Gambian joins & appreciates the panel 1:24:42 - Giving Dawah to Christian Co-worker 1:25:25 - Exposing the Truth about Nabeel Qureshi 1:27:30 - Approach about Dawah to Christians1:30:06 - Exploring issues with the Ahmadiyya belief1:31:15 - Discourse on arguments against Christianity1:36:38 - Advice about dawah to emotional christians1:43:22 - Analysing the concept of lying in humans, God & Jesus1:45:13 - Issues with Christian texts1:47:14 - Analysis of Matthew 5:39 1:50:05 - Bible translations being unreliable1:52:37 - Christian Clergy recognising Prophet Muhammad ﷺ as God's prophet 1:56:10 - Disparity b/w Christian academia & laymen 1:58:22 - Problems with modem christian polemics2:00:11 - No Forgiveness in Christianity 2:02:04 -Support the show

This week we catch up on the opening games in qualifying for the 2025 AFCON, with North African teams making great starts, while Ghana have only one point from their first two games.Also we speak to young Gambian talent Adama Bojang, who's moved on loan to Grasshopper Club Zurich in Switzerland as he looks for first team football to get into the Gambia senior national team.And with the EPL back this weekend, Stuart looks at some of the notable transfers, and highlights how the sale of Scott McTominay and Conor Gallagher was effective in helping Man United and Chelsea to balance their books.

rWotD Episode 2687: Omar Touray Welcome to Random Wiki of the Day, your journey through Wikipedia’s vast and varied content, one random article at a time.The random article for Wednesday, 11 September 2024 is Omar Touray.Omar Alieu Touray (born 5 November 1965) is a Gambian diplomat who has served as president of the Economic Community of West African States Commission since 2022. He was the Gambia's Permanent Representative to the United Nations from 2007 to 2008 and was Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs from March 2008 to September 2009.Touray received his B. A. (literature and linguistics) from Ain Shams University in 1987 and graduated with a Ph. D. in international relations at the Graduate Institute of International Studies in Geneva in 1994.He was liaison officer for the World Indigenous Organization at the United Nations Office at Geneva from September 1993 to December 1994. He was then a consultant at the International Labour Office in Geneva until July 1995, at which point he briefly became Senior Assistant Secretary at the Gambian Ministry of External Affairs before becoming First Secretary of the Gambian Embassy to Belgium, and Permanent Mission to the European Union and the World Trade Organization later in 1995. In mid-1996 he was moved to the post of Counsellor and Head of Chancery at the same embassy, and he remained in that post until April 2002.From April 2002 to September 2007, Touray was the Gambian Ambassador to Ethiopia, with additional accreditation as Permanent Representative to the African Union, the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa, and the United Nations Environment Programme, as well as High Commissioner to South Africa and Kenya. He was appointed as Gambia's Permanent Representative to the United Nations in September 2007 before being appointed as Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs on 19 March 2008, replacing Crispin Grey-Johnson. Touray was sworn in as Secretary of State on 26 March 2008. After his sacking in September 2009, he was employed by the Islamic Development Bank in Saudi Arabia and the Ivory Coast.In October 2021, Omar Touray, was unanimously appointed as the new president of the ECOWAS Commission for the period 2022–2026.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 00:59 UTC on Wednesday, 11 September 2024.For the full current version of the article, see Omar Touray on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm neural Olivia.

Welcome to a new year in African football!We kick off year 2 of the African Five-a-side podcast with the first edition of the African Football-Round up and looking ahead to the upcoming international break! This year we'll be rotating guest hosts, and for our first show, we have brought on Salim Masoud Said to talk about Regragui, Morocco, Saintfiet, Mali, McKinstry, The Gambia, Algeria and Tanzania! We also speak to the new coach of the Gambian men's national football team, Johnny McKinstry.Enjoy!

An El Nino induced drought is intensifying across southern Africa and has left almost 70 million people in urgent need of aid. Countries affected include Zimbabwe, Namibia, Lesotho, Malawi and Zambia. We hear about the devastating impact it's having on a community in Northern Zimbabwe.Also the Gambian government wants to make ammendments to the country's constitution..but does it enjoy the support of all its citizens? And the African athletes going for gold at this year's Paralympics! Presenter: Audrey Brown Producers: Yvette Twagiramariya, Nour Abida, Rob Wilson, Joseph Keen and Bella Hassan in London Techincal Producer: Jonny Hall Senior Journalist: Karnie Sharp Editors: Andre Lombard and Alice Muthengi

On this week's show we get the latest on Morrocco's preparations for the 2025 AFCON, and talk about their bronze medal in the men's football at the Paris Olympics.With the new EPL season underway, we talk about some of the leading African prospects – Yankubah Minteh, the Gambian winger who's joined Brighton, Ghana's Abdul Fatawu at Leicester, Nossair Mazraoui and Ahmad Diallo at Man United, and of course Mohamed Salah at Liverpool. And Stuart looks at the issues at Chelsea with their bloated squad.

Brighton signed Yankuba Minteh from Newcastle United. Yankuba Minteh is a Gambian professional footballer who plays as a winger for Premier League club Brighton & Hove Albion and the Gambia national team.

A number of major Republicans are scheduled to speak at the Republican National Convention tonight, including former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley. Palestinians are reeling from waves of deadly Israeli strikes the country's military claims are against Hamas. A jury has convicted New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez in his federal corruption trial. Gambian lawmakers upheld a ban on female genital mutilation. And, a key measure of the US economy held surprisingly steady. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A Swiss court has sentenced ex-Gambian minister,Ousman Sonko to 20 years in prison for crimes against humanity. Mr Sonko fled to Switzerland in 2016. He was arrested and had been in custody since 2017, after a human rights group based in Geneva filed a criminal complaint against him. Audrey speaks with Fatoumatta Sandeng, the daughter of the tortured opposition leader, Ebrima Solo Sandeng. Also why are some South Africans not happy about a new law which provides equal access to healthcare for all citizens? And a conversation with the Cameroonian-American singer Libianca, who received death threats for waving a flag.Presenter: Audrey Brown Producers: Rob Wilson, Richard Kagoe, Yvette Twagiramariya and Bella Hassan Senior Journalist: Karnie Sharp Technical Producer: Jonathan Greer Editors: Andre Lombard and Alice Muthengi

Are Eddie Howe's sh1thousing Mags back? After an abominable start at Craven Cottage, Newcastle 'keeper Martin Dubravka took an 'injury timeout', much to the annoyance of Marco Silva, and Howe read the riot act to his charges. After that, things steadily improved and, despite a controversially disallowed goal, Bruno Guimaraes saved the day in his 100th appearance for the club. Anderson and Barnes also impressed from the bench again, and it was our first PL clean sheet away from home since beating Sheffield United 8-0 in September. Meanwhile, on the other side of the Channel, Jacob Whitehead took in two Feyenoord games on an extended scouting trip in the Netherlands. He watched Garang Kuol sit on the bench while Yankubah Minteh underwhelmed against Volendam, but then witnessed a tour de force from the Gambian as his side dismantled Ajax 6-0. HOST: Taylor Payne WITH: George Caulkin, Chris Waugh (aka Sausageman), & Jacob Whitehead PRODUCER: Ollie Bellwood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are Eddie Howe's sh1thousing Mags back? After an abominable start at Craven Cottage, Newcastle 'keeper Martin Dubravka took an 'injury timeout', much to the annoyance of Marco Silva, and Howe read the riot act to his charges.After that, things steadily improved and, despite a controversially disallowed goal, Bruno Guimaraes saved the day in his 100th appearance for the club. Anderson and Barnes also impressed from the bench again, and it was our first PL clean sheet away from home since beating Sheffield United 8-0 in September.Meanwhile, on the other side of the Channel, Jacob Whitehead took in two Feyenoord games on an extended scouting trip in the Netherlands. He watched Garang Kuol sit on the bench while Yankubah Minteh underwhelmed against Volendam, but then witnessed a tour de force from the Gambian as his side dismantled Ajax 6-0.HOST: Taylor PayneWITH: George Caulkin, Chris Waugh (aka Sausageman), & Jacob WhiteheadPRODUCER: Ollie Bellwood Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Travel Notes, Grace talks with the groundbreaking Gambian kora virtuoso, Sona Jobarteh! Sona is breaking barriers as the world's first professional female kora virtuoso from the West African Griot dynasties. With a lineage of renowned Kora masters, including her grandfather Amadu Bansang Jobarteh and cousin Toumani Diabaté, Sona's talent is unmatched. Her distinctive voice, infectious melodies, and onstage grace have garnered international acclaim. Beyond music, Sona is a dedicated humanitarian, founding The Gambian Academy and advocating for social change on global platforms. Join us as we dive into Sona's inspiring journey and discuss her impactful work as a global changemaker. This is an episode you don't want to miss!

A string instrument called the kora has been played almost exclusively by men since the 13th century, strictly passed down as a family tradition in West Africa. Sona Jobarteh, the first woman from a Griot family to become a professional kora player, talks to Jeremy about her journey ahead of a performance Saturday in Somerville. Plus: GBH's Tessil Collins, managing producer and curator of online jazz station, Jazz 24/7, remembers journalist Sarah-Ann Shaw as a trailblazer, mentor, and community activist.

This week, join me, Neale James on the show in West Africa and journey with our Photowalk team as we explore The Gambia with those attending this special Photowalk Retreat; Mat Bobby, Lynn Fraser, Michael Assmann and Shannon Coppin, guided by photojournalist Jason Florio and film producer Andy Thompson plus new-found Gambian friends. We walk and learn together about what makes this small, welcoming country known as The Smiling Coast so uniquely special, how a recent political past has left an indelible mark, and how the Gambian people's resilience has earned a peaceful future ahead. We discuss why some of the country's youth are making dangerous journeys across the Atlantic to the Canary Islands aboard small pirogue fishing boats; you'll meet the most incredible students and staff at a school, take shade under the Tree of Life, come within mere inches of the most feared reptile on Earth and our fellow Photowalkers share their thoughts as we adventure during this retreat to West Africa. Links to all guests and features will be on the showpage, my sincere thanks to MPB.com who sponsor this show and the Extra Milers without whom we wouldn't be walking each week. WHY: A Sketchbook of Life is available here.

In this podcast episode, Dr. Adayna Upchurch Burrows, a seasoned pediatrician discusses her upcoming transformative journey to The Gambia, her dedication to serving lower socioeconomic communities, and her eagerness to learn from and contribute to non-western medical practices. Dr. Burrows graduated from Howard University, Howard Medical College, and completed her residency at Howard University Hospital. The introduction (00:00:00) Dr. Carol Penn introduces the podcast and the purpose of the collaboration between US clinicians and Gambian medical professionals. Dr. Lisa Herbert's introduction (00:01:31) Dr. Lisa Herbert welcomes the audience and introduces the purpose of the podcast, highlighting the collaboration between US clinicians and Gambian medical professionals. Dr. Adina Upchurch Burrows' background (00:02:42) Dr. Adina Upchurch Burrows shares her background, including her experiences as a pediatrician and her passion for fitness and teaching. Inspiration for joining the collaboration (00:12:26) Dr. Adina Upchurch Burrows discusses her inspiration for joining the collaboration, including her desire to see medicine in a non-Western environment and to experience a different way of life. Challenges and access to healthcare in the Gambia (00:15:35) Dr. Adina Upchurch Burrows discusses the potential medical challenges in the Gambia, including access to medicine, medical exams, diagnosis, and treatment. Preparation for unexpected situations (00:19:28) Dr. Adina Upchurch Burrows shares her approach to preparing for and responding to sudden changes or unexpected medical situations, emphasizing the importance of remaining calm and assessing the situation. Envisioning short-term and long-term outcomes (00:22:41) Dr. Adina Upchurch Burrows discusses her vision for establishing rapport with the Gambian community and the lasting impact of the collaboration on advancing healthcare for people of color. Relationship Building (00:23:22) Discussion on building relationships across continents and diaspora, with hopes for collaboration and expansion to other countries. Collaborative Opportunities (00:24:43) Expressing hope for collaboration with other organizations and the potential for expansion to other areas beyond the Gambia. Planting Seeds (00:25:59) Mention of collaborative opportunities with other organizations to plant seeds in different places, fostering relationships and expanding impact. Fostering Relationships (00:26:29) Expressing gratitude for the opportunity to foster relationships and admiration for transitioning from clinical work to fulfilling pursuits. The Gambia Collaborative Project is a 501 (c) 3 organization. By supporting the Institute for Community Evolution's The Gambia Collaborative Project, you become a catalyst for positive change, helping us shape a world where every community thrives through collaboration, empowerment, and compassionate care. To support the project, visit our donor box at www.gambiacollaborative.org.

In this episode of "On the Road to the Gambia," Dr. Lisa Herbert interviews Dr. Sarah Irene Washington, a pediatrician excited about her upcoming medical mission to the Gambia. They discuss Dr. Washington's career, her dedication to pediatric care, and her advocacy for vaccinations, including HPV to prevent cervical cancer. Dr. Washington shares her experiences with infectious diseases and the importance of traditional medicine. The episode emphasizes the integration of diverse medical practices and the anticipation of learning from and contributing to Gambian healthcare. Here is what we talked about: Dr. Carol Penn's background and her collaborative efforts for global healthcare collaboration Introduction of Dr. Sarah Irene Washington, a board-certified pediatrician Dr. Washington's journey of becoming a pediatrician and her involvement in community work Discussion about Dr. Washington's upcoming participation in a medical mission to the Gambia Dr. Washington's expertise and the knowledge she hopes to bring to the Gambia Dr. Washington's experiences with infectious diseases and the importance of vaccination Challenges of treating children with medical conditions in areas with limited resources Emphasis on the importance of traditional methods and alternative treatments The Gambia Collaborative Project is a 501 (c) 3 organization. By supporting the Institute for Community Evolution's The Gambia Collaborative Project, you become a catalyst for positive change, helping us shape a world where every community thrives through collaboration, empowerment, and compassionate care. To support the project, visit our donor box at www.gambiacollaborative.org.

In this episode, we are joined by Yamai, who was a Joko Podcast listener and pitched this episode idea to us and Moussa, the creator of the Wolofglish Instagram page (@wolofglish).We talk about how we all learned Wolof, the socio-cultural and colonial influences on the language, Gambian vs Senegalese Wolof and other topics. Follow us on instagram @Jokopodcast__

Alastair Humphreys is a man who has the word adventurer on his business card. He's adventured to the most incredible remote places, cycled across the world on a modest budget, crossed the ocean in a rowing boat, run across a desert, though his view of exploration changed as he sat in a small red tent in a remote part of Greenland. Now he champions micro-adventures, writing about and photographing more 'achievable' life experiences. Also today, fascinating Gambian traditions, a Nat Geo photographer's quote that nails, possibly, why making photographs is important and does adversity lead to stronger creativity? Links to all guests and features will be on the SHOW PAGE as always and my sincere thanks to mpb.com who sponsor this show and the Extra Milers without whom we wouldn't be walking each week.

Congestion at sub-Saharan Africa's busiest shipping terminal -South Africa's Durban port is causing costly delays for shipping companies. Importers fear the Christmas rush will be missed.We return to Morocco three months after the deadly earthquake.And the hopes and dreams of Gambian actor for his country's film industry

Thousands of migrants are among those affected by the floods in Libya. More than 11,000 people are known to have died and the death toll continues to rise. Gambian lawmakers have been calling for the repeal of the law which criminalises Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) citing religious and cultural reasons. We speak to Isatou Touray. Gambia's former Vice President. And Nigeria is the first African nation to join the Invictus Games. The event is a chance for participants suffering from physical and psychological trauma to compete in the international competition. We speak to Peacemaker Azuegbulam who won the first gold medal for his country in powerlifting.

Kate Adie introduces stories from The Gambia, Iran, the USA, Chile and Hungary. Dozens of bereaved families in the Gambia are taking legal action against an Indian drug manufacturer and Gambian health authorities, after more than 70 infants died after taking apparently toxic cough remedies. Sam Bradpiece heard their stories and traces how these medicines came to market. As Iran approaches the first anniversary of the death of Mahsa Amini, the authorities are already cracking down on signs of public dissent. She was a young woman arrested for "incorrect hijab", whose fate triggered a wave of protest across Iran. Lois Pryce speaks to some of the generation of young women who took to the streets a year ago, and now say they're ready to do so again. The Capitol riot on the 6th of January 2021 is still roiling American politics - as some high-profile Republican politicians say the people who were involved were patriots who shouldn't be punished. But the courts have issued verdict after verdict against the architects of the disorder. Mike Wendling reports from Washington DC on the sentencing of a leading figure in the chaos - Enrique Tarrio, former leader of activist group the Proud Boys. In Chile there's been heated debate over how best to mark the fifty years since General Pinochet's military takeover. These days few people deny the killings, torture and disappearances were committed during his dictatorship - but up to a third of Chileans are willing to say the coup was necessary. Jane Chambers considers the nuances of a country torn between left and right. It's been a terrible year for fruit in Hungary - so Nick Thorpe was prepared to go without his usual annual ritual of making his pear crop into homemade brandy. But as it turned out, an unexpected windfall of 200kilos of sour cherries would fuel an even more potent brew... Producer: Polly Hope Editor: Bridget Harney Production Co-Ordinator: Gemma Ashman