Podcasts about Morocco

Join Tosin and Coach as they review the weekends action in #seriea and the #premierleague and then have a deep dive on the #afcon2025 where they review match day 2 and the recent match day 3 fixtures featuring Egypt, Nigeria, Morocco and South Africa. Tap In#hakimi #arteta #Amorim #ElKaabi 

Morocco closed the AFCON group stage with authority, delivering a statement performance in Rabat as the Atlas Lions move into the knockout rounds with momentum and unity. We recap where the tournament stands, why Morocco now feels central to the competition, and how the wider picture is taking shape across the groups.In England, all eyes turn to north London for a genuine six-pointer as Arsenal host Aston Villa. We break down why this match matters so much for the title race, what makes Villa such an uncomfortable opponent, and how injuries, form, and belief could define a pivotal night in the Premier League — with Manchester City watching closely.Plus, MLS gears up for the road to 2026. With training camps just around the corner, clubs across the league are making defining roster and leadership moves, while new data shows MLS climbing into the global mainstream as one of the most-watched leagues in the world. We also go Around the Corner with SDH AM and set the stage for a year ahead that will shape soccer in our region forever.

The AFCON knockout picture is coming into focus as Groups A and B close and the rest of the field fights for position. We break down Morocco's surge, Egypt's control, Sudan and Mozambique's historic runs, and what to watch as the group stage continues.Then we head to London for a massive Premier League showdown with **Arsenal hosting **Aston Villa in a title-race swing game.We also dive into the Columbus Crew's managerial search with strong Scottish ties, Wilfried Nancy's turnaround at Celtic, and finish in Brazil with John Textor making another bold move at Botafogo.Plus, Picks of the Week from around the global game.

On Day 9 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, South Africa beat Zimbabwe and Morocco finally put in a confident performance against Zambia-----------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comThree footballers walk into a stadium: https://africasacountry.com/2025/12/three-footballers-walk-into-a-stadiumFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside

Hello Bravo Bosses! It's TLC Tuesday! And you know what that means! It's 90 Day Fiance time! You can watch this episode on YouTube! This week we rejoin Ziad and Emma in Morocco and they show us all the things they have in common including snails and not kissing in public. But the biggest shocker is that that Ziad does not want to know about Emma's past! Red flag? Sheena and Forrest are enjoying being together in the Philippines..well that would be if Molly wouldn't spend so much time talking about nookie nookie and bringing Sheena to absolute devastation and tears. Is Sheena a manipulator? Laura and Birkan meet for the first time in Turkey and while Birkan seems attracted to Laura, the awkwardness and his refusal to go to bed with her might tell a different story. We are rooting for you Laura! Lisa is on her way to meet Daniel in Nigeria and she has zero quams with betraying her daughter Faith's wishes and plans to marry Daniel in Nigeria if he asks. But that depends on if her lies pass Daniel's morality test. We meet new couple Jovon and Annalyn and this guy is a perpetual victim! They have been married 6 years but have never met due to finances but Jovon has been talking to an ex but feels that's Annalyn's fault for the way she treats him. Love you BBs! Join the Patreon for $5 a month to get 4 extra episodes a month! ad free episodes! early episodes! and bonus content! Join the fun at patreon.com/thebravoinvestigatorpodcast Subscribe to my new YouTube Channel! Follow me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tik Tok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join my Facebook Group NOTE: No claims have been verified and all information today is alleged, speculation, and is intended purely just for fun. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The FC crew look ahead to Aston Villa's visit to Arsenal and argue if Unai Emery's side can upset the league leaders off the back of their sensational run of form. Plus, Mario Melchiot tries to explain why Chelsea continue to squander leads at home. Colin Udoh also joins the show to react to Egypt and Morocco winning their groups at 2025 AFCON. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Enjoy this week's episode with LA SANTA, head honcho of Redolent Music, along with CHUS, DJ & producer influenced by Classical Music, Jazz, Bossa Nova, Soul, and World Music. This amalgamation of cultures allowed her to blend them into a unique scent. She creates a unique and extraordinary sense of belonging, enhanced through an inner journey. Her DJ sets are filled with sensitivity, harmony, high doses of groove, drums & ethnic roots. She has shared the DJ booth with the best international Electronic djs at the moment such as The Martinez Brothers, Seth Troxler, Blond:ish, CHUS, Dennis Ferrer, Deborah De Luca, Oscar L, Audio Fly or Birds Of Mind to name a few. La Santa expands her energy & grooves all over the world with her continuous plays at Ibiza, Tulum, El Cairo, Guatemala, Panama, Bali, India, Morocco... Her style, influenced by the English, Dutch & American underground sounds, definitely converged into house music inspired by Soul, Tribal, Latin, and World Music. La Santa, Craig Leo - Amohana REDOLENT La Santa, Ivan Romero - Olokun REDOLENT La Santa, Pio de Nicola - Namanga Emmanuel Jal, MoBlack, Wail Bouri - Beledna LENNON (US) - Siren Of The Jungle DJ DALI, Eden Shalev - Shava Kry (IT) - Bongos Dashalc - Haicho Dario D'Attis, Haldo - Naku Eastar, Diephuis - Hoye Mama DJ Wady, Afroloko - Baile Two The Deepshakerz & Lujan Fernandez - Tribal Sun Toto Lagares - Latin Sound Machine Louie Vega, Anané, Tony Touch - Last Night A DJ Saved My Life Feat. Anané & Tony Touch (Louie Vega Remix) This show is syndicated & distributed exclusively by Syndicast. If you are a radio station interested in airing the show or would like to distribute your podcast / radio show please register here: https://syndicast.co.uk/distribution/registration

Today's HeadlinesGo Tell it on the Mountain: Moroccans carry Gospel hope to their neighborsNew AI tool helps minister in hard-to-reach placesDiscipleship draws people to God in Lebanon

In this episode the lads discuss:00:00 Intro06:20 Chelsea v Aston Villa 13:00 Deeper issues with Chelsea?25:49 Arsenal v Brighton 32:40 Arsenal v Villa must win?38:49 Liverpool v Wolves 43:10 Ekitike 2nd best striker in the Prem?45:47 Where should Semenyo go?47:00 Man United v Newcastle 50:32 AFCON Round up 52:30 Nigeria's best player?54:30 Rate Congo & South Africa 55:50 Morocco thoughts?58:24 Algeria threat?59:16 Players impressed with?01:07:00 Merchants of the WeekStay TAPPED IN with us by liking, commenting, subscribing and turn those notifications on! #TTIMhttps://linktr.ee/tapinmerchants#football #arsenal #liverpool #manutd #chelsea

On Day 6 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Egypt scored a previous win against South Africa and Mali held Morocco at home to stay alive in Group A ----------------------- This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.com Sounds of the Africa Cup of Nations: https://africasacountry.com/2025/12/sounds-of-the-africa-cup-of-nations Follow us on social media: https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSide https://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: Spices and Dreams: Rohan's Journey Beyond Marrakech Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2025-12-27-08-38-19-hi Story Transcript:Hi: मोरक्को के माराकेच के प्रसिद्ध बाजार की हलचल भरी सड़कों में, रंग-बिरंगी दुकानों के बीच, रोहन अपने परिवार की मसालों की दुकान संभाल रहा था।En: In the bustling streets of the famous markets of Marrakech, Morocco, amidst the colorful shops, Rohan was managing his family's spice shop.Hi: चारों ओर हवा में सौंफ, इलायची और केसर की महक तैर रही थी।En: All around, the scent of saunf, elaichi, and kesar wafted through the air.Hi: ठंडी हवा के बावजूद, बाजार में पर्यटक बड़ी संख्या में घूम रहे थे, क्रिसमस का समय जो था।En: Despite the chilly weather, tourists were flocking the market in large numbers—it was Christmas time, after all.Hi: रोहन दिन-रात मसालों का प्रबंध करता है।En: Rohan managed the spices day and night.Hi: उसका काम जानता था, हर मसाले की खूबी और उसका स्वाद उसके जहन में था।En: He knew his work well; the characteristics and flavors of every spice were imprinted in his mind.Hi: लेकिन उसके अंदर यात्रा करने की तीव्र इच्छा उसे सताती रहती थी।En: But inside him lay a persistent desire to travel.Hi: वह दुनिया देखना चाहता था, नए अनुभव और संस्कृतियों को जानना चाहता था।En: He wanted to see the world, to experience new cultures and adventures.Hi: लेकिन हर दिन वही रेख, वही मसाले, वही ग्राहक।En: But every day was the same lines, the same spices, the same customers.Hi: अपने परिवार की जिम्मेदारियाँ उसके कंधों पर थीं।En: His family's responsibilities weighed on his shoulders.Hi: विशेष रूप से, इस समय जब दुकान पर्यटकों से भरी रहती थी, वह कैसे अपने ख्वाबों के पीछे जा सकता था?En: Especially during the time when the shop was buzzing with tourists, how could he chase his dreams?Hi: रोहन ने फैसला किया कि वह थोड़ा-थोड़ा पैसा बचाकर यूरोप की यात्रा पर जाएगा।En: Rohan decided he would save a little money to travel to Europe.Hi: उसने इसे अपने परिवार से छुपाकर रखा।En: He kept this hidden from his family.Hi: उसने नक्शे और योजना बना ली थी, बैग भी तैयार कर लिया था।En: He had prepared maps and a plan, even packed his bag.Hi: उसे डर था कि उसके लिए ये योजना उसकी माँ, प्रिया, और छोटी बहन, अनन्या को निराश कर सकती है।En: He feared that this plan might upset his mother, Priya, and his younger sister, Ananya.Hi: लेकिन भाग्य ने कुछ और ही तय किया था।En: But fate had other plans.Hi: क्रिसमस की पूर्व संध्या पर जब बाजार में बहुत गहमागहमी थी, रोहन का यात्रा का प्लान कागज रूप में दुकान के फर्श पर गिर पड़ा।En: On Christmas Eve, when the market was crowded, Rohan's travel plan accidentally fell to the shop floor in paper form.Hi: उसकी माँ प्रिया ने वह देख लिया और चल पड़ा एक भावनात्मक तूफान।En: His mother, Priya, saw it and a wave of emotions ensued.Hi: "रोहन, ये क्या है?" माँ के शब्द गूंज उठे।En: "Rohan, what is this?" his mother's words echoed.Hi: रोहन ने निराश होकर कहा, "मुझे माफ कर दो माँ, मुझे दुनिया देखनी है। लेकिन मैं नहीं चाहता था कि आपको दुख हो।"En: Disheartened, Rohan replied, "I'm sorry, mom, I want to see the world. But I didn't want to hurt you."Hi: कुछ वक्त के लिए सब चुप रहे।En: For a moment, everyone was silent.Hi: फिर अनन्या बोली, "भैया, अगर ये तुम्हारा सपना है, तो हमें भी तुम्हारे साथ होना चाहिए।En: Then Ananya said, "Brother, if this is your dream, we should be with you.Hi: खुद को रोको मत।"En: Don't hold yourself back."Hi: प्रिया ने गहरी साँस लेते हुए कहा, "हम जानते हैं कि तुम्हारी अपनी जिंदगी है।En: Taking a deep breath, Priya said, "We know you have your own life.Hi: हमें गर्व है तुम पर।En: We are proud of you.Hi: जाओ, अपना सपना पूरा करो,En: Go, fulfill your dream.Hi: हम मिलकर दुकान संभाल लेंगे।"En: We will manage the shop together."Hi: उसके बाद का नजारा भावुकता से भरा था।En: The scene that followed was full of emotion.Hi: रोहन ने पहली बार महसूस किया कि उसका परिवार उसे पीछे खींच नहीं रहा था, बल्कि उसके पंखों को उड़ान देने की तैयारी में था।En: For the first time, Rohan felt that his family wasn't holding him back but was preparing to let his wings soar.Hi: रोहन रात में आकाश की ओर देखते हुए सोचा, "मेरे सपनों का आकाश अब खुला है।En: Looking at the sky at night, he thought, "The sky of my dreams is now open.Hi: मैं चाहता हूँ कि जब लौटूँ तो मेरे पास नए अनुभव और किस्से हों, जिन्हें मैं अपनी माँ और अनन्या के साथ साझा कर सकूँ।"En: I want to return with new experiences and stories to share with my mother and Ananya."Hi: उसने फैसला किया कि दुनिया देखने का मतलब अपने परिवार से दूरी बनाना नहीं, बल्कि उनके प्यार को साथ ले जाना है।En: He realized that seeing the world didn't mean distancing himself from his family but taking their love along with him.Hi: उस एक क्षण में उसे विश्वास हो गया कि वह अपने जड़ से बंधा रहकर भी अपने सपनों को ऊँचाई दे सकता है।En: In that one moment, he became confident that he could stay rooted while giving flight to his dreams. Vocabulary Words:bustling: हलचल भरीamidst: बीचwafted: तैर रही थीchilly: ठंडीflocking: घूम रहे थेpersistent: तीव्रimprinted: जहन में थीresponsibilities: जिम्मेदारियाँbuzzing: गहमागहमीchase: पीछे जा सकता थाfate: भाग्यupset: निराशensued: चल पड़ाechoed: गूंज उठेdisheartened: निराशsilent: चुपsoar: उड़ानconfident: विश्वासdistancing: दूरी बनानाrooted: जड़ से बंधाadventures: अनुभवcharacteristics: खूबीensued: चलड़ाfear: डरemotion: भावुकताcrowded: भरा हुईmanage: संभालनेprepared: तैयारdesire: इच्छाsculptor: प्रतिमा निर्माता

In this compilation program, Justin Klein and Luke Guerrero field a variety of finance and investment questions from callers across the United States and around the World.Today's Stocks & Topics: Bonds, Portfolio Management, Credit Card Debt, Real Estate Co-Op, Investing for Kid's Future, Current Bond Market, Investing in Morocco, Value Stock, Difference from a 403b and Regular 401k, The Young Consumer, Large, Mid or Small Caps, Roth I-R-A Withdrawals, Preferred Dividend Stocks, The Dow vs. The S&P 500, 401k Rollover, Fractional Shares, Growth to Value Trade.Our Sponsors:* Check out ClickUp and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://www.clickup.com* Check out Incogni: https://incogni.com/investtalk* Check out Invest529: https://www.invest529.com* Check out NordProtect: https://nordprotect.com/investalk* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/INVEST* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

On today's Morning Espresso, we look at a Boxing Day unlike any other, with just one Premier League match on the schedule as Manchester United host Newcastle at Old Trafford. We dig into how fixture congestion and calendar pressures are reshaping one of English football's longest traditions.We also turn our attention to Africa Cup of Nations Matchday 2, with qualification scenarios beginning to emerge, major voices speaking out on the tournament's place in the global game, and key storylines from Morocco, Egypt, South Africa, and beyond. Plus, domestic updates across the NWSL and MLS, network news from SDH AM, and a look ahead to a 2026 that's already coming into focus.

This week we assess the early stages of the 2025 AFCON, with hosts Morocco making a winning start and good wins too for Senegal, Algeria and Tunisia. We also analyse the controversial decision to hold the Africa Cup of Nations every four years from 2028, rather than every two years.Plus Stuart on the EPL ahead of a busy period.

At IMEX, I sat down with Catherine Chaulet, CEO of Global DMC Partners, to explore how food and beverage trends are transforming incentive travel and global meetings. From Paris to Portugal to Maryland crab cakes

What begins as a chance LinkedIn connection unfolds into a powerful story of resilience, purpose, and community. In this episode, we explore how personal struggles became the inspiration for The Sun Will Come Up a free app designed to support mental well-being, mindfulness, and human connection. From life in Morocco to sunrise rituals, creative community events, and simple daily practices, this conversation reminds us that healing happens in small, shared moments—and that hope is always rising.

Season 36, Episode 13 of our Serial Killers in History series. This episode examines one of North Africa's most notorious crimes and the execution that shocked the world.In the spring of 1906, authorities in Marrakesh make a discovery that will reverberate across continents. Beneath the packed-earth floor of a modest shoemaker's workshop, they uncover the remains of twenty-six women. Ten more bodies lie buried in a garden nearby. Thirty-six victims in total—women who came to a trusted craftsman for help and never walked out alive. What follows is a story of community betrayal, colonial politics, and a punishment so brutal that diplomats from New York to London demanded intervention. But the screaming from inside the marketplace walls continued for two days before...VICTIM PROFILE:The thirty-six women murdered by Hadj Mohammed Mesfewi remain largely unnamed in historical records—a final cruelty in a case dominated by its killer's infamy. They were working-class women from Marrakesh's medina, women who needed help with everyday tasks in a society where female literacy was rare. Some came to dictate letters to relatives in distant cities. Others needed shoes repaired. They were mothers, daughters, sisters who trusted a man their community trusted. They walked into his shop for legitimate business and vanished into the earth beneath his floor, their identities lost to time while their murderer's name lives in infamy.THE CRIME:Between 1902 and 1906, Mesfewi operated his shop near one of Marrakesh's public bathhouses, positioning himself perfectly to encounter women conducting business without male accompaniment. His method was consistent across all victims: he offered tea laced with narcotics, likely opium, rendering women unconscious. Once incapacitated, he killed them with a dagger and buried them beneath his workshop floor or in a garden he owned, using quicklime to accelerate decomposition. His seventy-year-old accomplice, a woman named Annah, assisted in the crimes until her capture in April 1906.KEY CASE DETAILS:The murders unraveled when families noticed a pattern—women who mentioned visiting Mesfewi's shop were never seen again. One young woman named Fatima escaped after growing dizzy from drugged tea, providing the first direct testimony against the shoemaker. When Annah was captured by a victim's family and forced to confess, she revealed the burial sites before dying from her injuries. Authorities excavating Mesfewi's workshop found twenty-six bodies, methodically buried with layers of quicklime. A second property yielded ten more victims. Forensic science in 1906 Morocco was rudimentary—no fingerprinting, no crime scene photography—so investigators relied on shovels, sketches, and eyewitness accounts to document the horror.HISTORICAL CONTEXT AND SOURCES:Mesfewi's crimes occurred during Morocco's final years of independence before European colonization. As his victims were being discovered in April 1906, diplomats gathered in Algeciras, Spain, carving up Morocco's future at an international conference. Within six years, the Treaty of Fez would establish the French Protectorate, ending twelve centuries of Moroccan sovereignty. European powers seized on Mesfewi's execution—he was sealed alive inside a wall in the Marrakesh marketplace—as evidence of "barbaric" Moroccan justice requiring European oversight. Contemporary newspapers from The Times and Democrat to the St. John Sun published detailed accounts and illustrations, framing the case within colonial narratives that justified intervention.RESOURCES AND FURTHER READING:For those who want to explore further:Wikipedia article on Hadj Mohammed Mesfewi provides comprehensive case details and contemporary source citations: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hadj_Mohammed_MesfewiMurderpedia entry includes execution details and victim count documentation: https://murderpedia.org/male.M/m/mesfewi-hadj-mohammed.htmYabiladi article examines the case from a Moroccan historical perspective: https://en.yabiladi.com/articles/details/94637/hadj-mohammed-mesfewi-morocco-serial.htmlFollow us on social media and visit mythsandmalice.com for more historical true crime.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/foul-play-crime-series/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

My guest on this episode of The Back of the Range is Adam Bresnu, one of the stars of the Texas Tech Men's Golf Team. Adam highlights the Royal Morocco Golf Federation’s comprehensive support system — including mental and physical coaching, financial backing, and access to top facilities — which enables Moroccan golfers to pursue international success.  Adam Bresnu - Texas Tech Men's Golf TeamThe Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY!Also Subscribe in YouTube,   Google Play , Overcast, Stitcher  Follow on Social Media! Email us:   ben@thebackoftherange.comWebsite: www.thebackoftherange.com  Voice Work by Mitch Phillips

Are we in a 'plastic moment,' an inflection point where the future of the Middle East can finally be reshaped? Veteran peace negotiator Dr. Tal Becker joins the podcast to analyze the shifting tides of regional diplomacy. Reflecting on his recent discussions in Abu Dhabi, Becker describes the Abraham Accords as an emerging "Judeo-Muslim civilization" where the focus isn't on "who the land belongs to," but the realization that "we all belong to the land."  Beyond geopolitics, Becker addresses the trauma of rising Western antisemitism—which he likens to a "zombie apocalypse"—and calls for a resurgence of liberal nationalism. This episode is a masterclass in navigating a zero-sum world to build a future of prosperity, courage, and shared belonging. Key Resources: The Abraham Accords, Explained AJC CEO Ted Deutch Op-Ed: 5 Years On, the Abraham Accords Are the Middle East's Best Hope AJC's Center for a New Middle East Listen – AJC Podcasts: Architects of Peace The Forgotten Exodus People of the Pod Follow People of the Pod on your favorite podcast app, and learn more at AJC.org/PeopleofthePod You can reach us at: peopleofthepod@ajc.org If you've appreciated this episode, please be sure to tell your friends, and rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Transcript of the Interview: Manya Brachear Pashman:   As the international community looks to phase two of the cease fire between Israel and the Hamas terror group in Gaza, the American Jewish Committee office in Abu Dhabi invited Dr Tal Becker to participate in discussions about what's next for the region. Dr Becker is one of Israel's leading experts on international humanitarian law and a veteran peace negotiator with Palestinians, Lebanese and Syrians. He is currently vice president of the Shalom Hartman Institute, and he joins us now right after the conference in Abu Dhabi to share some of the insights he contributed there.  Tal, welcome to People of the Pod. Tal Becker:   Thank you very much, Manya. Manya Brachear Pashman:   So Tal, you have just returned from a conference in Abu Dhabi where you really took a deep dive, kind of exploring the nature of Arab-Israeli relations, as we are now entering the second phase of the ceasefire between Israel and Gaza.  So I'm just curious, you've been steeped in this for so long, for decades, do you sense, or did you sense a significant shift in the region when it comes to Arab-Israeli relations and the future? Tal Becker:   So I think Manya, we're at a very kind of interesting moment, and it's hard to say exactly which direction it's going, because, on the one hand, we have had very significant military successes. I think a lot of the spoilers in the region have been significantly set back, though they're still there, but Israel really has had to focus on the military side of things a lot. And it, I think, has strained to some extent, the view of what's possible because we're being so focused on the military side.  And I think it is a moment for imagining what's possible. And how do we pivot out of the tragedy and suffering of this war, make the most of the military successes we've had, and really begin to imagine what this region could look like if we're going to continue to succeed in pushing back the spoilers in this way.  Israel is a regional power, and I think it for all our vulnerability that requires, to some extent, for Israel to really articulate a vision that it has for the region. And it's going to take a little bit of time, I think, for everybody to really internalize what's just happened over these last two years and what it means for the potential for good and how we navigate that. So I really think it's kind of like what they call a plastic moment right now. Manya Brachear Pashman:   A plastic moment, can you define that, what do you mean by plastic? Tal Becker:   So what I mean by a plastic moment, meaning it's that moment. It's an inflection point right where, where things could go in one direction or another, and you have to be smart enough to take advantage of the fluidity of the moment, to really emphasize how do we maximize prosperity, stability, coexistence? How do we take away not just the capabilities of the enemies of peace, but also the appeal of their agenda, the language that they use, the way they try to present Muslim Jewish relations, as if they're a kind of zero sum game. So how do we operate both on the economic side, on the security side, but also on the imagining what's possible side, on the peace side. As difficult as that is, and I don't want to suggest that, you know, there aren't serious obstacles, there are, but there's also really serious opportunities. Manya Brachear Pashman:   So what did you sense when you were there, in terms of the perception of Israel? I mean, were people optimistic, for lack of a better term? Tal Becker:   So first of all, it was, you know, a great opportunity to be there. And having been involved, personally, very intensively in the Abraham Accords, I always feel a bit emotional whenever I'm in the Emirates in particular, and Morocco and Bahrain and so on. And to be honest, I kind of feel at home there. And so that's a lovely thing.  I think, on the one hand, I would say there's a there's a relief that hopefully, please God, the war in Gaza is is behind us, that we're now looking at how to really kind of move into the phase of the disarmament of Hamas and the removal of Hamas from governance, you know, working with the Trump team and the Trump plan. And I think they have a bunch of questions. The Emiratis in particular, are strategic thinkers. They really want to be partners in advancing prosperity and stability across the region in pushing back extremism across the region, and I think they're eager to see in Israel a partner for that effort. And I think it puts also a responsibility on both of us to understand the concerns we each have. I mean, it takes some time to really internalize what it is for a country to face a seven-front war with organizations that call for its annihilation, and all the pressure and anxiety that that produces for a people, frankly, that hasn't had the easiest history in terms of the agenda of people hating the Jewish people and persecuting them. So I think that takes a bit of appreciation.  I think we also, in the return, need to appreciate the concerns of our regional partners in terms of making sure that the region is stable, in terms of giving an opportunity for, you know, one way I sometimes word it is that, we need to prepare for the worst case scenario. We need to prevent it from being a self fulfilling prophecy.  Which really requires you to kind of develop a policy that nevertheless gives an opportunity for things to get better, not just plan for things to get worse. And I think our partners in the Gulf in particular really want to hear from us, what we can do to make things better, even while we're planning and maybe even a bit cynical that things might be very difficult. Manya Brachear Pashman:   So you mentioned the Abraham Accords, and I'm curious if you feel that Israel, I know Israel has felt isolated, at times, very isolated, and perhaps abandoned, is even the correct word.  Do you feel that is the case as we enter the second phase of the ceasefire? Do you feel that is less so the case, and do you feel that that might be less so the case because of the Abraham Accords existence? Tal Becker:   Well, so let's first talk about the Abraham Accords and their significance.So I think a lot of people present the Abraham accords as kind of an agreement that is about shared interests and shared challenges and so on, and that's definitely true. But they are, in my view, at least aspirationally, something much bigger than that. First of all, they are almost the articulation of what I call a Judeo Muslim civilization, the view that Jews and Muslims, or that all different peoples of the Middle East belong to this place and have a responsibility for shaping its future. The way I describe the Abraham Accords is that they're a group of countries who basically have said that the argument about who the land belongs to is not as important as the understanding that we all belong to the land. And as a result of that, this is kind of a partnership against the forces of extremism and chaos, and really offering a version of Israeli Jewish identity and of Muslim Arab identity that is in competition with the Iranian-Hezbollah-Hamas narrative that kind of condemns us to this zero sum conflict.  So the first thing to say is that I think the Abraham Accords have such tremendous potential for reimagining the relationship between Muslims and Jews, for reimagining the future of the region, and for really making sure that the enemies of peace no longer shape our agenda, even if they're still there. So in that sense, the opening that the Abraham Accords offers is an opening to kind of reimagine the region as a whole. And I think that's really important. And I think we have now an opportunity to deepen the Accords, potentially to expand them to other countries, and in doing so, to kind of set back the forces of extremism in the region. In a strange way, I would say Manya that Israel is more challenged right now in the west than we are in the Middle East. Because in the West, you see, I mean, there's backlash, and it's a complicated picture, but you can see a kind of increasing voices that challenge Israel's legitimacy, that are really questioning our story. And you see that both on the extreme left and extreme right in different countries across the West, in different degrees. In the Middle East, paradoxically, you have at least a partnership around accepting one another within the region that seems to me to be very promising.  And in part, I have to say it's really important to understand, for all the tragedy and difficulty of this war, Israel demonstrated an unbelievable resilience, unbelievable strength in dealing with its its adversaries, an unbelievable capacity, despite this seven front challenge, and I think that itself, in a region that's a very difficult region, is attractive. I think we do have a responsibility and an interest in imagining how we can begin to heal, if that's a word we can use the Israeli Palestinian relationship, at least move in a better direction. Use the Trump plan to do that, because that, I think, will also help our relationship in the region as a whole, without making one dependent on the other. Manya Brachear Pashman:   So I want to follow up with what you just said, that Israel faces perhaps many more challenges in the west than in the region. What about the Jewish people, would you apply that same statement to the Jewish people? Tal Becker:   Well, I think, you know, we've seen, we've seen the rise of antisemitism. And in my view, one way to think about October 7 is that October 7 marks the end of the post-Holocaust era. So there were a few decades there where, even if antisemitism existed, there were many circles in which it was socially unacceptable to give it voice. And something has shattered in the West in particular that it seems to be more socially acceptable to express antisemitism or antisemitic-adjacent type views, and that, I think has has really shocked and shaken many Jews across the western world.  I guess the thing I would say about that is, you know, some of the Jews I come across in the West were under, in my view, a bit of an illusion, that antisemitism had somehow been cured. You feel this sometimes in North America, and that essentially, we had reached a stage in Jewish history where antisemitism was broadly a thing of the past and was on the margins, and then the ferocity with which it came back on October 8 was like a trauma. And one of the definitions of trauma is that trauma is a severe challenge to the way you understand the world and your place in it.  And so if you had this understanding of your reality that antisemitism was essentially a thing of the past in North America in particular. And then all of a sudden it came back. You can see that traumatic experience. And what I want to argue or suggest is that the problem isn't that we had the solution and lost it. I think the problem was we had an illusion that there was a solution in the first place. Unfortunately, I think the Jewish people's history tells the story that antisemitism is kind of like the zombie apocalypse. It never exactly disappears. You can sometimes marginalize it more or marginalize it less. And we're now entering an era which I think Jews are familiar with, which is an era that it is becoming more socially acceptable to be antisemitic. And that to some extent, Jewish communal life feels more conditional and Jewish identity, and while being accepted in the societies in which you live also feels more conditional.  And while that is a familiar pattern, we are probably the generation of Jews with more resources, more influence, more power, more capacity than probably at any other time in Jewish history. And so it would be a mistake, I think, to think of us as kind of going back to some previous era. Yes, there are these challenges, but there are also a whole set of tools. We didn't have the F35 during the Spanish Inquisition.  So I think that despite all these challenges, it's also a great moment of opportunity for really building Jewish communities that are resilient, that have strong Jewish identity, that are that have a depth of Jewish literacy, and trying to inoculate as much as possible the societies in which we live and the communities in which we live from that phenomenon of antisemitism perhaps better than we had had done in previous iterations of this.  Manya Brachear Pashman:   I also want to go back and explore another term that you've used a couple of times, and that is enemies of peace. And I'm curious how you define the enemies of peace. Who are you talking about? And I'm asking you to kind of take a step back and really broaden that definition as much as possible. Tal Becker:   I mean, it goes back to that idea that I mentioned about the Abraham Accords, which is an understanding that there are different peoples in the Middle East that call it home, and each of those peoples deserves a place where they can nurture their identity and cultivate it and have their legitimacy respected, and in that sense, those who are engaged in a kind of zero sum competition, that feel that their exist, existence depends on the obliteration of the other. I see those as enemies of peace.  Now, I believe that both Jews and Palestinians, for example, have a right to self determination. I think that both belong in the sense that both deserve the capacity to cultivate their own identity. But the right to self determination, for example, the Palestinian right to self determination doesn't include the right to deny the Jewish right to self determination. It doesn't include the right to erase Jewish history.  In the same way that we as Jews need to come to terms with the fact that the Palestinian people feel a real connection to this place. Now, it's very difficult, given how radicalized Palestinian society is, and we have to be very realistic about the threats we face, because for as long as the dominant narrative in Palestinian society is a rejection of Jewish belongingness and self determination, we have a very difficult challenge ahead of us. But I essentially, broadly speaking, would say, the enemies of peace are those who want to lock us into a zero sum contest. Where essentially, they view the welfare of the other as a threat to themselves. Y You know, we have no conflict with Lebanon. We have no conflict with the people of Iran, for example. We have a conflict, in fact, a zero sum conflict with an Iranian regime that wants to annihilate Israel. And I often point to this kind of discrepancy that Iran would like to destroy Israel, and Israel has the audacity to want not to be destroyed by Iran. That is not an equivalent moral playing field. And so I view the Iranian regime with that kind of agenda, as an enemy of peace. And I think Israel has an obligation to also articulate what its aspirations are in those regards, even if it's a long time horizon to realize those aspirations, because the enemies are out there, and they do need to be confronted effectively and pretty relentlessly. Manya Brachear Pashman:   For our series on the Abraham Accords, Architects of Peace, I spoke with Dr Ali Al Nuami, and we talked about the need for the narrative to change, and the narrative on both sides right, the narrative change about kind of what you refer to as a zero sum game, and for the narrative, especially out of Israel, about the Palestinians to change. And I'm curious if you've given that any thought about changing, or just Israel's ability or obligation to send a message about the need for the Palestinians indeed to achieve self determination and thrive. Tal Becker:   Well, I think first, it's important to articulate how difficult that is, simply because, I mean, Israel has faced now two years of war, and the sense that I think many Israelis felt was that Palestinian society at large was not opposed to what happened on October 7, and the dominant narratives in Palestinian society, whether viewing Israel as some kind of a front to Islam, or viewing Israel as a kind of colonial enterprise to then be like in the business of suggesting a positive vision in the face of that is very difficult, and we do tend Manya, in these situations, when we say the narrative has to change, we then say, on the other side, they have to change the narrative, rather than directing that to ourselves. So I think, you know, there is an obligation for everyone to think about how best to articulate their vision.  It's a huge, I think, obligation on the Palestinian leadership, and it's a very one they've proved incapable of doing until now, which is genuinely come to terms with the Jewish people's belongingness to this part of the world and to their right to self determination. It's a core aspect of the difficulty in addressing this conflict. And having said all that, I think we as Israeli Jews also have an obligation to offer that positive vision. In my mind, there is nothing wrong with articulating an aspiration you're not sure you can realize, or you don't even know how to realize. But simply to signal that is the direction that I'm going in, you know?  I mean Prime Minister Netanyahu, for example, talks about that he wants the Palestinian people to have all the power to govern themselves and none of the power to threaten Israel. Which is a way of saying that the Palestinian people should have that capacity of self determination that gives them the potential for peace, prosperity, dignity, and security, But not if the purpose of that is to essentially be more focused on destroying Israel than it is on building up Palestinian identity. Now that I think, can be articulated in positive terms, without denying Israel's connection to the land, without denying the Jewish people's story, but recognizing the other. And yes, I think despite all the difficulties, victory in war is also about what you want to build, not just what you want to destroy. And in that sense, our ability to kind of frame what we're doing in positive terms, in other words, not just how we want to take away the capacities of the extremists, but what we want to build, if we had partners for that, actually helps create that momentum. So I would just say to Dr Ali's point that, I think that's a shared burden on all of us, and the more people that can use that language, it can actually, I think, help to create the spaces where things that feel not possible begin to maybe become possible. Manya Brachear Pashman:   Which in many ways Trump's 20 point plan does that. It doesn't just only talk about disarming Hamas. It talks about rebuilding Gaza. Are there other ways in which Israel can assure the success of the Palestinian people and push forwards. Can you envision other ways? Tal Becker:   Well, I mean, I'm sure there's lots that people can do, but there is a burden on the Palestinian people themselves, and I do find that a lot of this discourse kind of takes agency away from the Palestinian people and their leadership. In a way, there's a kind of honesty to the Trump plan and the Security Council resolution that was adopted endorsing the plan that has been missing for quite a while. The Trump plan, interestingly, says three things.  It says, on this issue of a kind of vision or pathway. It says, first of all, it basically says there is no Palestinian state today, which must have come as a bit of a shock for those countries recognizing a Palestinian state. But I think that is a common understanding. It's a little bit of an illusion to imagine that state.  The second thing is how critical it is for there to be PA reform, genuine reform so that there is a responsible function in Palestinian governing authority that can actually be focused on the welfare of its people and govern well.  And the third is that then creates a potential pathway for increasing Palestinian self-determination and moving potentially towards Palestinian statehood, I think, provided that that entity is not going to be used as a kind of terror state or a failed state. But that, I think, is a kind of honest way of framing the issue. But we don't get around Manya the need for responsibility, for agency. So yes, Israel has responsibility. Yes, the countries of the region have responsibilities.  But ultimately, the core constituency that needs to demonstrate that it is shifting its mindset and more focused on building itself up, rather than telling a story about how it is seeking to deny Jewish self determination, is the Palestinian leadership. And I do think that what's happening in Gaza at least gives the potential for that.  You have the potential for an alternative Palestinian governance to emerge. You have the potential for Hamas to be set back in a way that it no longer has a governing role or a shape in shaping the agenda. And I think if we can make Gaza gradually a success story, you know, this is a bit too optimistic for an Israeli to say, but maybe, maybe we can begin to create a momentum that can redefine the Israeli Palestinian relationship. Manya Brachear Pashman:   So I asked what can Israel do to move forward to assure the Palestinians that they are behind their success and thriving? What can Israel do to make sure that it's respected, that is not facing the challenges from the West, from that region. What can Israel do? What is Israel's obligation, or is that an unfair question, to ensure its success and its moving forward? Tal Becker:   I think it's a really difficult question, because the criticism that Israel has gotten throughout this war and the threats to its legitimacy in the way that they've erupted, I think, is a really complicated phenomena that has many moving parts. So some part of it, I think, rightly, is about Israeli policy and Israeli language and the way it has framed what it has been doing, and really the unbelievable moral dilemmas that the war in Gaza posed, and how Israel conducted itself in the way of those dilemmas. And people can have different views about that.  I think there's a misunderstanding, very significantly, of the nature of the battlefield and how impossible Hamas in its deliberate kind of weaponization of the civilian population, made that. So there's one component that has to do with Israel. There's another component that we can't ignore, that has to do with antisemitism. And that, I think, for that group right who almost define themselves through their hostility towards the Jewish people and towards the very idea of Jewish self determination, it's hard to think anything that Israel says or does that actually matters, right? These were the people who were criticizing Israel even before it responded.  And so in that sense, I think putting too much on Israel is a problem. Maybe I'll just focus on the area that I think is most interesting here, and that is, in my view, a lot of the argument about Israel in the West, we'll take the US, for example, is actually not an argument about Israel, but more an argument about the US that is channeled through Israel. In other words, a lot of people seem to be having their argument about America's story of itself channeled through their argument about Israel. And what they're actually arguing about is their vision of America.  And you can see different versions of this. There's a story of America as perhaps a kind of white Christian country that was exploited by immigrants and is exploited by other countries in the world, and that narrative kind of tends pushes you in a direction of having a certain view, in my view, mistaken, in any event, about Israel. That is more to do about your story of America than it has anything to do with what Israel is doing or saying. And then you hear this very loudly, and I'm not suggesting these are exactly even.  But on the more radical kind of progressive left, you have a story of America as essentially a country that never came over the legacy of slavery, a country that has to kind of apologize for its power, that it sees itself as a colonial entity that can't be redeemed. And when you're kind of locked in that version of America, which I kind of think is a kind of self hating story of America. Then that then projects the way you view Israel more than anything Israel says or does. So this has a lot to do with America's, and this is true of other countries in the West, that internal struggle and then the way different actors, especially in the social media age, need to position themselves on the Israel issue, to identify which tribe they belong to in this other battle.  So in my view, people who care about the US-Israel relationship, for example, would be wise to invest in this, in the battle over America's story of itself, and in that sense, it's less about Israeli public diplomacy and less about Israeli policy. It's much more about the glasses people wear when they look at Israel. And how do you influence those glasses? Manya Brachear Pashman:   I could sit here and talk to you all day, this is really fascinating and thought provoking. I do want to ask two more questions, though, and one is, I've been harping on what can Israel do? What are Israel's obligations?  But let me back up a step. What about the Arab states? What are the other neighbors in the region obligated to do to assure the Palestinians that they're going to succeed and thrive? Tal Becker:   Yeah, I mean, it's a really important question and, and I think that for many, many years, we suffered from, I would say, a basic lack of courage from Arab states. I'm generalizing, but I hope that others would advance their interests for them. And in some sense, I think the Abraham Accords really flipped that, because Abraham Accords was the Arab states having the courage and the voice to say, we need to redefine our relationship with with Israel, and in that way, create conditions, potentially for Palestinians to do, to do the same.  I would say that there are a whole set right, and, not my position to kind of be the lecturer, and each country is different in their own dynamics. I think the first from an Israeli perspective, of course, is to really push back against this attempt to delegitimize the Jewish people's belonging in the Middle East, and not to allow this kind of narrative where the only authentic way to be a Palestinian or a Muslim is to reject the idea that other peoples live in the region and have a story that connects them to it, and Israel is here to stay, and it can be a partner. You can have disagreements with it. But the idea that it's some kind of illegitimate entity, I think, needs to be taken out of the lexicon fundamentally. I think a second area is in really this expectation of Palestinian especially in the Israeli Palestinian context, of being partners in holding the Palestinians accountable not to have the kind of the soft bigotry of low expectations, and to really recognize Palestinian agency, Palestinian responsibility and also Palestinian rights, yes, but not in this kind of comic strip, victim villain narrative, where Israel has all the responsibilities and the Palestinians have all the rights. My colleague, Einat Wilf, for example, talks about Schrodinger's Palestine. You know, Schrodinger's Cat, right? So Schrodinger's Palestine is that the Palestinians are recognized for rights, but they're not recognized for responsibilities. And Israel has rights and responsibilities. And finally, I would say in terms of the the taking seriously the spoilers in the region, and working with Israel and with our partners to make sure that the spoilers in the region don't dictate the agenda and don't have the capacity to do so, not just hoping that that, you know, Israel and the US will take care of that, but really working with us. And I think a few countries are really stepping up in that regard. They have their own constraints, and we need to be respectful of that, and I understand that.  But I think that, you know, this is a strategic partnership. I sometimes joke that with the Emirates, it's a Jewish and a Muslim state, but it's a Catholic marriage. We've kind of decided to bind together in this kind of strategic partnership that has withstood these last two years, because we want to share a vision of the Middle East that is to the benefit of all peoples, and that means doing kind of three things at once. Meaning confronting the spoilers on the one hand, investing in regional integration on the other, and seeing how we can improve Israeli Palestinian relations at the same time. So working in parallel on all three issues and helping each other in the process and each other thrive. I mean, there's a whole bunch of stuff beyond the conflict. There's, you know, AI and fighting desertification and irrigation and defense tech and intelligence, and a whole host of areas where we can cooperate and empower each other and be genuine partners and strengthen our own societies and the welfare of our own peoples through that partnership for ourselves, for each other and for the region. So there's a lot to do. Manya Brachear Pashman:   And my last question – I've asked, what do the Arab states need to do? What does Israel need to do? What do Jewish advocates around the world need to do?  Tal Becker:   So I think the most important thing at this moment for me, Manya, is courage. There is a danger, because of the rise in antisemitism and the kind of hostility that one sees, that Jews in particular will become more silent. And they'll kind of hide a little bit in the hope that this will somehow pass them. And I think what our history has taught us, is generally, these are phenomena that if you don't stand up against them early, they become extremely powerful down the line, and you can't, and it becomes very, very costly to confront them.  So it takes courage, but I would say that communities can show more courage than individuals can, and in that sense, I think, you know, insisting on the rights of Jews within the societies in which they live, fighting for those kind of societies, that all peoples can prosper in. Being strong advocates for a kind of society in which Jews are able to thrive and be resilient and prosper, as well as others as well. I think is very important.  Just in a nutshell, I will say that it seems to me that in much of the world, what we're seeing is liberalism being kind of hijacked by a radical version of progressivism, and nationalism being hijacked by a version of ultra-nationalism. And for Jews and for most people, the best place to be is in liberal nationalism. Liberal nationalism offers you respect for collective identity on the one hand, but also respect for individual autonomy on the other right. That's the beautiful blend of liberal nationalism in that way, at least aspirationally, Israel, being a Jewish and democratic state, is really about, on the one hand, being part of a story bigger than yourself, but on the other hand, living a society that sees individual rights and individual agency and autonomy. And that blend is critical for human thriving and for meaning, and it's been critical for Jews as well. And so particularly across the diaspora, really fighting for liberal national identity, which is being assaulted from the extremes on both sides, seems to me to be an urgent mission. And it's urgent not just for Jews to be able not to kind of live conditionally and under fear and intimidation within the societies they live, but as we've seen throughout history, it's pretty critical for the thriving of that society itself.  At the end of the day, the societies that get cannibalized by extremes end up being societies that rot from within. And so I would say Jews need to be advocates for their own rights. Double down on Jewish identity, on resilience and on literacy, on Jewish literacy. At the same time as fighting for the kind of society in which the extremes don't shape the agenda. That would be my wish. Manya Brachear Pashman:   Making liberal nationalism an urgent mission for all societies, in other words, being a force for good. Tal Becker:   Yes, of course. Manya Brachear Pashman:   Our universal mission. Thank you so much. Thank you so much for sharing all of these thoughts with us and safe travels as you take off for the next destination. Tal Becker:   Thank you very much, Manya. I appreciate it. Manya Brachear Pashman:   As we approach the end of the year, and what a year it's been, take some time to catch up on episodes you might have missed along the way, rewind and listen to some of my more memorable interviews, such as my conversation with former Israeli hostage Shoshan Haran, abducted with her daughter, son in law and grandchildren during the Hamas terror attack on October 7, 2023. Meet doctors or hen and Ernest Frankel, two MIT professors who amid anti Israel academic boycotts, are trying to salvage the valuable research gains through collaboration with Israeli scholars. And enjoy my frank conversation with Jonah Platt, best known for playing Fiyero in Broadway's wicked who now hosts his own hit podcast Being Jewish with Jonah Platt. Hard to believe all of this and more has unfolded in 2025 alone. May 2026 be peaceful and prosperous for us all.  

In Part 1, Lee and Paul are joined by Asia correspondent John Duerden to cast a look at some huge stories across the continent – in India, Malaysia and South Korea. What on earth happened on Lionel Messi's GOAT Tour of Kolkata? And why is the world's largest country still without a top-flight league months after the season should have gotten under way? What has the fallout been from Malaysia's attempt to illegally naturalise seven players? And why did Gus Poyet resign in protest after winning the double with Jeonbuk in South Korea?In Part 2, Africa correspondent Ali Howorth drops in before flying to Morocco to give us the lowdown on AFCON 2025 and help us decide which team to support at the tournament. Then it's over to Europe to put the Ekstraklasa under the microscope. But what unique situation that we have never seen before has occurred in Poland's top flight? And finally, to mark the festive season, there is a mention for Christmas Island – an Australian overseas territory that is known for its red crabs and its football rivalry with the nearby Cocos Islands.World Soccer magazine special offer: shop.kelsey.co.uk/sweeperxmas25John Duerden's Substack newsletter: https://howfootballexplainsasia.substack.comAli Howarth's AFCON flow chart: https://x.com/ahoworth97/status/2001293214012014953Chapters00:00 – Intro00:35 – India's Super League crisis08:56 – Other leagues in limbo worldwide11:29 – Malaysia's naturalisation scandal21:47 – Gus Poyet's Jeonbuk departure27:17 – AFCON 2025 in Morocco39:55 – The crazy Polish Ekstraklasa44:25 – Mayhem & chaos across UEFA48:00 – Christmas Island and red crabs53:45 – On The Spot - The Apertura crown

Hablamos con la psicóloga Kenza Benzidan sobre la economía y espectacularización del trauma en las redes sociales, explorando la realidad de la salud mental en países del Sur Global frente a la ocupación del espacio discursivo que hace el Norte Global. También abordamos cómo la colonialidad empuja a personas del Sur Global y clases populares a adoptar estándares, narrativas y estéticas occidentales blancas sobre el bienestar y la salud mental.-"The Problem With Trauma Culture" (Catherine Liu, 2023)-"The Commodification of Trauma: Mental Illness, Aesthetic Culture, and the Capitalist Machinery of Isolation" (Sarazeen Saif Ahana, 2025)-Psychotherapy in Morocco: an arduous journey fraught with exploitation and extortion" (Mohammed Nejjari, 2024)-Datos de suicidios en España https://www.sanidad.gob.es

Season's Greetings Glocal Citizens! I met this week's guest, Derrick N. Ashong, earlier this year in Nairobi at the Charter Cities Institute, 2025 New Cities Summit (https://youtu.be/d9XUzdxKmzo?si=FbITjI8Git8kEb9Q). At the summit, we connected as storytellers that share Ghanaian heritage and formative years spent in Brooklyn, New York. In a glocal citizenship twist, we later came to find that we met virtually years prior through mutual connections in the media and arts spaces. Derrick's work leverages his international upbringing which informs his company's vision for Turning Culture into Currency for creators and fans worldwide. He does this as founder and CEO of TBTM, a media fintech that uses content to onboard global audiences to inclusive financial solutions, with partners like Mastercard. While still a student at Harvard, he played a supporting role in Steven Spielberg's Amistad, and went on to top charts with his band, winning a Billboard Songwriting Award. As a host and producer, he pioneered multi-platform interactive content with Oprah Winfrey, and major media platforms including ABC-Disney and Univision, earning three Emmy nods and a Royal Television Society Award. His original Take Back the Mic television series has won seven major international awards and achieved 1.1 Billion media impressions worldwide. He has delivered electrifying speeches on issues of Youth Culture and Tech for UK Parliament, the United Nations, and the world's most elite business schools, including Harvard, Stanford, MIT, Wharton, Cambridge and London School of Economics. He has interviewed celebrities and global luminaries ranging from Archbishop Desmond Tutu and Kofi Annan, to Zoe Saldaña, Kevin Hart and Steven Wozniak, among others. Most recently, he has delivered keynote speeches for Mastercard, Mobile World Congress in Barcelona and Kigali, as well as SuperReturn Africa--the continent's top investment forum. In this conversation we get to know even more about the next phase of Derrick's vision for flipping the script on creative industry infrastructure in Africa. #Listenandlearn more! Where to find Derrick? On LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dnatv/) On Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tbtmstudios) On YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@soulfegemusic) What's Derrick reading? Isaac Asimov's Foundation Series (https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/series/FOU/foundation/) Lord of the Rings (https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/series/LOR/the-lord-of-the-rings/) by J.J.R Tolkien Other topics of interest: About Larteh (https://joshuaproject.net/people_groups/print/11948/GH) in Ghana Where are Dansoman (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dansoman) and Adabraka (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adabraka) in Accra? What was music streaming like in the early 2000's? (https://mixdownmag.com.au/features/the-history-of-music-streaming/) Soulfege performs Sweet Remix (https://youtu.be/T1j8_kOtfd8?si=5sEyNakWJDyBxbLE) About Uechi-Ryū (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uechi-Ry%C5%AB) Martial Arts Special Guest: Derrick N. Ashong.

In this episode of Good Morning BSS World, I return to Africa for our regular monthly update on the state of the BPO and GBS industry across the continent. I am joined by two outstanding guests – Traci Freeman and Rod Jones – who are deeply involved in shaping, promoting, and accelerating the growth of Africa as a global services destination.Together, we explore the rapid progress of the Africa Federation, its expanding membership, and the role it plays in unifying national industry bodies across North, West, East, Central, Southern Africa, and the Indian Ocean region. We discuss job creation, impact sourcing, ESG, government–industry collaboration, and the growing maturity of both established and emerging markets such as Egypt, South Africa, Morocco, Kenya, Ethiopia, Ghana, Rwanda, and beyond.This conversation provides a comprehensive, region-by-region snapshot of where Africa stands today in BPO, CX, ITO, and shared services, and where it is heading next. It is a powerful reminder that Africa is no longer an “emerging option” but a competitive, scalable, and trusted delivery location with an exceptional talent pool and a strong service culture.  Key points of the podcast:Africa's BPO and GBS sectors are growing rapidly, with significant government support and strategic initiatives focusing on job creation, skills development, and inward investment.Countries like South Africa, Egypt, Kenya, and Ethiopia are emerging as key players in the global outsourcing market, offering diverse language capabilities, competitive operating costs, and a large, tech-savvy youth population.The African Federation for BPO and GBS aims to unify and promote the continent's outsourcing potential through regional collaborations, mentoring, and the establishment of a formal structure to support sustainable growth and international investment.  Links:Traci Freeman on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracifreeman/Rod Jones on Linkedin – https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodjonessouthafrica/Africa Federation of GBS Associations – https://africagbsfederation.org/Talk to AI about this episode – https://gmbw.onpodcastai.com/episodes/QGo92hAaPzS/chat  ****************************  My name is Wiktor Doktór and on daily basis I run Pro Progressio Club - https://proprogressio.com/en/activity/pro-progressio-club/1 - it's a community of many private companies and public sector organizations that care about the development of business relations in the B2B model. In the Good Morning BSS World podcast, apart from solo episodes, I share interviews with experts and specialists from global BPO/GBS industry.If you want to learn more about me, please visit my social media channels:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/wiktordoktorHere is also link to the English podcasts Playlist - https://bit.ly/GoodMorningBSSWorldPodcastYTLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/wiktordoktorYou can also write to me. My email address is - kontakt(@) wiktordoktor.pl  ****************************  This Podcast is supported by Patrons:Marzena Sawicka https://www.linkedin.com/in/marzena-sawicka-a9644a23/Przemysław Sławiński https://www.linkedin.com/in/przemys%C5%82aw-s%C5%82awi%C5%84ski-155a4426/Damian Ruciński https://www.linkedin.com/in/damian-ruci%C5%84ski/Szymon Kryczka https://www.linkedin.com/in/szymonkryczka/Grzegorz Ludwin https://www.linkedin.com/in/gludwin/Adam Furmańczuk https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-agilino/Anna Czyż - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-czyz-%F0%9F%94%B5%F0%9F%94%B4%F0%9F%9F%A2-68597813/Igor Tkach - https://www.linkedin.com/in/igortkach/Damian Wróblewski – https://www.linkedin.com/in/damianwroblewski/Paweł Łopatka - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pawellopatka/Ewelina Szindler – https://www.linkedin.com/in/ewelina-szindler-zarz%C4%85dzanie-mark%C4%85-osobist%C4%85-0497a0212/Wiktor Doktór Jr - https://www.linkedin.com/in/wiktor-dokt%C3%B3r-jr-916297188/Agata Stolarz - https://www.linkedin.com/in/agata-stolarz/  Once you listen, give a like, subscribe and join Patrons of Good Morning BSS World as well. Here are two links to do so:Patronite - https://patronite.pl/wiktordoktor  Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/wiktordoktor Or if you liked this episode and would like to buy me virtual coffee, you can use this link https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wiktordoktor - by doing so you support the growth and distribution of this podcast.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-morning-bss-world--4131868/support.

AFCON kicked off in Rabat, as Morocco opened with a 2-0 over Comoros in a game that featured an incredible overhead from Ayoub El Kaabi.Musa and Ryan begin there, before chatting about Kylian Mbappé, who equalled Cristiano Ronaldo's Real Madrid record for goals in a calendar year (05:28), as well as how impressive his time at the Bernabéu has been, despite getting off to a tricky start. Next up, it's Leeds' turn to get the props (18:32), after another great result, this time to Crystal Palace, that sees a great run from Daniel Farke's side continue. There's chat about the rest of the Premier League, including Aston Villa's win over Manchester United (24:07), wins for the top two, Liverpool's win at Spurs (33:37) and much more!From now until the end of December, you can get all the extra podcasts, ad-free, by signing up for a FREE membership at patreon.com/stadio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How has Unai Emery masterminded Aston Villa's rise? Will United and Liverpool compete for Semenyo? And who are Africa's new superpower, how is Mo Salah viewed in his home continent and why has a major change been made to the African Cup of Nations?Chris Sutton, Rory Smith and Pat Nevin join Mark Chapman to discuss and debate the big questions of the week on the Monday Night Club.Guillem Balague, author of 'The Rise of the Villans: Inside Unai Emery's Aston Villa Revolution', joins the panel to provide insight into Emery's excellent work at Villa Park.The group then consider the other side of Sunday's 2-1 victory over Manchester United, who have lost talismanic captain Bruno Fernandes to injury. How can they replace him, and might it force the Reds into a transfer battle with bitter rivals Liverpool? Arne Slot's title holders are waiting for further news on Alexander Isak, with reports suggesting their record-breaking signing has suffered a leg break.African football journalist Maher Mezahi joins us from AFCON to explain a major change to the competition, how Morocco and Senegal are competing to be the continental superpower and how Mo Salah is viewed by those in his home nation and continent after controversy at Liverpool.Plus, what is Pep Guardiola's Christmas diet for his Man City players, and how does it compare to Chris and Pat's from back in the day?Timecodes: 00:12 Villa's 10-match winning streak, with Guillem Balague (Euro Leagues) explaining how Emery turned this season around 23:10 Do United and Liverpool really need to buy to replace Bruno Fernandes and Alexander Isak? 32:50 Hearts are top of the Scottish Premiership at Christmas, so what will they do in January? 39:20 AFCON — Are Morocco the new African superpower? 45:00 AFCON — How much pressure is on Salah to succeed with Egypt, and how has the controversy with Arne Slot been viewed in Africa? 47:40 AFCON — Have FIFA driven changes to the tournament schedule, from every 2 years to every 4 years? 50:30 Pep Guardiola's 'hidden' Christmas message to Man City's playersCommentaries coming up this week: Tuesday 23rd — Arsenal v Crystal Palace — 20:00 — 5 Live Saturday 27th — Arsenal v Brighton — 15:00 — 5 Live Saturday 27th — Liverpool v Wolves — 15:00 — Sports Extra Saturday 27th — Chelsea v Aston Villa — 17:30 — 5 Live

AFCON is back, and Morocco is hosting the tournament for the first time since 1988. The tournament itself began with big news on a change in calendar. We tell you about it and take you to the heart of the action, exploring the atmosphere, ticketing and visa changes, and the teams to watch.You will also hear from Mahad Mohamud, an Uber driver deported from Minneapolis in the US to Somalia, who talks about militant threats to his life and the challenge of starting over. Presenter : Nkechi Ogbonna Producers: Bella Twine, Keikantse Shumba, Blessing Aderogba Technical Producer: Mbarak Abdallah Senior Producer: Daniel Dadzie Editors: Samuel Murunga and Maryam Abdalla

The American billionaire Larry Ellison has promised more than $40 billion of his money in support of Paramount to buy rival studio, Warner Bros Discovery. Where does this leave antitrust questions around a Paramount or Netflix takeover? Ed Butler hears from Phillip Berenbroick, who served as chief counsel for the US Senate's judiciary subcommittee on antitrust matters. How much money is Morocco spending as host for the African Cup of Nations? Also, we explore Yiwu, China's capital of Christmas(Photo: Paramount, Netflix and Warner Bros logos are seen in this illustration taken December 8, 2025. Credit: REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration)

It's a Reaction Monday on SDH AMWe keep an eye on AFCON Day 2 and look back at the openerWilfried Nancy wins his first match at Celtic- we look at what he has to say afterSoccerForUSPod's Bart Keeler stops by in hour 2 for cards and calls from the weekend and a look at Yanks Abroad

Morocco opened the Africa Cup of Nations with a composed win in Rabat, setting the tone for a tournament carrying enormous expectations — and signaling how quickly the global game is evolving. Today's Morning Espresso breaks down Morocco's opener, the standout moments, and what it tells us about the hosts' path forward.We also look at a major shift in international soccer as Africa and Asia move toward Nations League formats, reshaping the calendar and the balance between club and country. What does this mean for players, federations, and the future rhythm of the game?Plus, relief at Celtic as Wilfried Nancy finally earns his first win, injury updates that could ripple across Europe and international play, and a full Refill of headlines from around the world.The game never stops — and neither do we.

In this episode of What's New with ME, host Ali Mehdaoui breaks down a wide-ranging week of headlines with context, clarity, and late-night-style commentary—cutting through the noise to focus on what actually matters.We start with the TikTok investor deal that may have narrowly avoided a U.S. ban, unpacking the political pressure, national security concerns, and the massive creator economy at stake.Next, we examine the tragic Brown University shooting, following reports that the suspect was found dead—raising difficult questions about campus safety, unresolved investigations, and the emotional toll on students and families.The conversation then turns to the resurfacing of Jeffrey Epstein–related materials, including photos and names now circulating publicly. We explore what proximity means, what it does not mean, and why accountability continues to feel uneven when power is involved.On the lighter—but still revealing—side of culture, we react to Jake Paul's latest loss, what it says about hype versus credibility in modern boxing, and how influence has reshaped combat sports.Sports fans are treated to a breakdown of the Chicago Bears' dramatic divisional win over the Green Bay Packers, one of the most emotional rivalry games of the season and a reminder of why NFL football still delivers unscripted drama.We close with a powerful moment on the global stage as Morocco opens the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) with a stunning 2–0 victory, a culturally rich opening ceremony featuring Gnawa music, Amazigh and Arab-Andalusian traditions, royal attendance by Crown Prince Moulay Hassan, and a standout performance by Brahim Díaz, capped by a spectacular bicycle-kick goal.From tech and justice to sports and global culture, this episode connects the dots between power, accountability, identity, and pride—without outrage, without spin.

Reacting to the opening game of AFCON as Morocco defeat Comoros and El Haabi with Goal of the tournament. (4:28) Discussion on Morgan Rogers and Aston Villa's chances of winning the EPL. (1:10:30) What can one do to motivate this horrendous Wolves team? (2:06:32) The Raphinha disrespect in the FIFA Best XI. (2:37:44)

The Australian Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese, has been booed at a ceremony in Sydney to remember the fifteen people who died in the Bondi Beach shooting. A minute's silence was held across the nation to mark the time that the attack began, and candles were lit.  Tens of thousands of people gathered at Bondi Beach to pay their respects to those who were killed when two gunmen opened fire on a Jewish celebration a week ago.Also in the programme: The US seizes another oil tanker in the Caribbean; and Morocco prepares for the start of the Africa Cup of Nations. (Photo: Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese attends the 'Light Over Darkness' vigil honouring victims and survivors of a deadly mass shooting during a Jewish Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach on December 14, in Sydney, Australia, December 21, 2025. CREDIT: REUTERS/Hollie Adams)

On Day 1 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco defeated Comoros 2-0. Goals came in the second half by Brahim Diaz and Ayoub El Kaabi, after a frustrating first half where the hosts could not break the deadlock.

Arsenal maintain their lead at the top, but the performances have dropped. Will GID see them through to their title ahead of Man City? (8:13) Slander on Garnacho and how garbage of a player he is. (1:10:09) Mbappe's impact on the team as well as investigating Real Madrid's struggles. (1:32:52) The DR Congo ineligibility loophole that Nigeria want to try and explore to get into the World Cup playoff. (2:07:38) African Cup of Nations preview and the pressure on the hosts Morocco who have to deliver. (2:30:13) South African coach Hugo Broos's very strange comments about one of his players and how South Africans attacked your boy HH. (2:50:58)

On this episode we break down the new Epstein files dump and why Bill Clinton comes out looking the worst, from nearly naked hot-tub photos with an unidentified woman to vacation shots with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell in the UK, Brunei, Thailand, Morocco and beyond, plus cozy dinners with Mick Jagger and even Michael Jackson while the DOJ hides behind heavy redactions and an incomplete “document dump” that's already being called a violation of the Epstein Transparency Act. We talk about Clinton's team insisting this isn't about him, the aide calling it “his reckoning,” the light touch on Trump in the files, and what this all says about who gets protected. Then we dive into the brutal Nick Reiner case: his schizophrenia diagnosis, new meds that allegedly left him “out of his head,” the explosive fight with Rob Reiner at Conan O'Brien's holiday party where guests wanted to call 911 and Conan shut it down, Rob telling friends he was “petrified” of his own son, and how Nick ends up charged with murdering both parents while preparing a not-guilty plea. From there we hit a slate of stories including the disturbing details around “Pulp Fiction” actor Peter Greene's bloody apartment death, the viral breakdown of how Kevin McCallister's legendary $19.83 “Home Alone” grocery run would cost around $70 in 2025, the ugly MAGA media civil war with Tucker Carlson, Candace Owens, Ben Shapiro and Nick Fuentes tearing into each other, the internet dragging people for wearing fur-hood parkas wrong, and Pantone's new “Cloud Dancer” Color of the Year that somehow manages to make the whole world sad beige.#BillClinton#EpsteinFiles#NickReinerGet more AoA and become a member to get exclusive access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOfx0OFE-uMTmJXGPpP7elQ/joinGet Erin C's book here: https://amzn.to/3ITDoO7Get Merch here - https://bit.ly/AnthonyMerchSubscribe to the Anthony On Air Podcast here:Facebook - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirFBYouTube - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirYTApple Podcast - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirAppleSpotify - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirSpotTwitter - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirTwitterInstagram - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirInstaTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@anthonyonairpodDiscord - https://discord.gg/78V469aV22Get more at https://www.AnthonyOnAir.com.

What is a call? How does a person know if God is calling them to mission service? Join in a discussion as these and other questions are addressed.

From the BBC World Service: The Chinese owners of TikTok have signed a deal to sell the company's ‌U.S. assets to a joint venture led by American investors. This morning, we'll parse the details of the agreement. Then, Ukraine will receive a loan of more than $100 billion from the European Union to fund its war against Russia. Plus, Morocco is staging the Africa Cup of Nations soccer tournament, but not everyone's pleased about the money being spent on it.

European Union leaders have agreed to loan Ukraine $100bn to cover the cost of its military and public services, but they failed to reach on a deal on using frozen Russian assets.They instead opted to secure the oan against EU borrowing rather than Russian assets. What signal does that send to Moscow?Also in the programme: We'll hear from the Ukrainian widows cut off from compensation because their soldier husbands took their own lives; excitement builds in Morocco as it prepares to host Africa's biggest football tournament; why the boxing influencer Jake Paul may be risking more than his reputation in tonight's big fight.(Photo shows Danish prime minister Mette Frederiksen, European Council president Antonio Costa, and European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen at the EU Council Summit in Brussels, Belgium on 19 December 2025. Credit: Olivier Hoslet/EPA)

From the BBC World Service: The Chinese owners of TikTok have signed a deal to sell the company's ‌U.S. assets to a joint venture led by American investors. This morning, we'll parse the details of the agreement. Then, Ukraine will receive a loan of more than $100 billion from the European Union to fund its war against Russia. Plus, Morocco is staging the Africa Cup of Nations soccer tournament, but not everyone's pleased about the money being spent on it.

Before Anne Bonny. Before Grace O'Malley. There was Sayyida al-Hurra — the Pirate Queen of the Mediterranean. In this episode of For the Love of History, we uncover the extraordinary true story of Sayyida al-Hurra, a Muslim woman who rose to power in the late 1400s and became one of the most feared pirates in history. Born in Granada during the violence of the Reconquista, Sayyida was forced to flee Spain as Catholic rulers Ferdinand and Isabella expelled, enslaved, and murdered thousands of Muslims. That injustice would shape her destiny. After becoming governor of Tetouan (Tétouan), Morocco, Sayyida didn't just rule — she fought back. Partnering with the legendary Ottoman pirate Hayreddin Barbarossa (Redbeard), she launched relentless naval attacks against Spanish and Portuguese ships, dominating the Mediterranean and earning her title as the unrivaled pirate queen. Her piracy wasn't just about wealth; it was about defense, revenge, and protecting displaced Muslim communities. This episode explores: The Reconquista and the forced expulsion of Muslims from Spain How Sayyida al-Hurra became a female political leader and naval commander Her alliance with Barbarossa, one of history's most famous pirates Pirate warfare, ransom, and Mediterranean power politics How piracy rebuilt Tetouan into a thriving city Why European powers feared her — and her people adored her Her unprecedented marriage to the Sultan of Morocco on her own terms Sayyida al-Hurra's legacy lives on in the walls of Tetouan, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and in the history of women who refused to be erased. If you love pirate history, women in power, Islamic history, and stories of resistance against empire, this episode is for you. Grab your sword, your most dramatic blouse, and let's set sail. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bill Clinton did not merely cross paths with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell at the 2002 wedding of King Mohammed VI of Morocco. Multiple accounts make clear that Epstein and Maxwell were guests of Bill Clinton himself. That fact obliterates the usual escape hatches Clinton defenders rely on. This was not a случай encounter in a crowded diplomatic setting, nor Epstein freelancing his way into proximity. Clinton brought them. He vouched for them. He placed a known sexual predator and his chief fixer into the intimate, vetted circle of a royal wedding as his companions. A former president does not casually invite plus-ones to a monarch's wedding; guest lists are scrutinized, coordinated through diplomatic channels, and politically sensitive. By extending that invitation, Clinton didn't just socialize with Epstein and Maxwell — he actively conferred legitimacy on them at the highest possible level of international prestige.That choice is damning because it fits a broader pattern of behavior that Clinton has never meaningfully accounted for. Inviting Epstein and Maxwell as his guests to a foreign king's wedding occurred after Epstein was already widely known in elite circles as a deeply troubling figure, even if the full criminal case had not yet exploded publicly. Clinton's repeated insistence that he “barely knew” Epstein collapses under the weight of actions like this. You don't barely know someone you bring as your guests to a royal wedding. You don't barely know someone you help usher into diplomatic and aristocratic spaces where trust and discretion are paramount. At best, this reflects grotesque judgment and an indifference to who was being elevated under Clinton's name. At worst, it demonstrates how Epstein's access, protection, and normalization were facilitated directly by powerful figures who knew better and chose silence, convenience, and proximity over accountability.to contact me:bobbyacpucci@protonmail.comsource:Exclusive | Bill Clinton brought Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell to Moroccan king's wedding | New York Post

Please note this episode was originally produced last year and has been thoughtfully recreated this year with updated storytelling and sound design. Grab your imaginary passports and hop aboard the Culture Train, because today we are traveling to the Sahara Desert in Morocco, located in North Africa, where golden sand dunes stretch as far as the eye can see. On this immersive adventure, Kristen and Asher meet Mohammed, a local Amazigh (Berber) tour guide who grew up in the Sahara Desert and speaks seven languages. With Mohammed as our guide, we learn what daily life is like in the desert and what it means to grow up in a nomadic community. What the word “Sahara” means in Arabic Where Morocco is located and why it's known for colorful cities and vast deserts Who the Amazigh (Berber) people are and why they are the Indigenous people of North Africa The languages spoken in Morocco, including Arabic, Amazigh, French, and more Moroccan mint tea traditions, including why bubbles matter Riding dromedary camels and learning why they have one hump How desert homes are built using mud, clay, and hay to stay cool and warm Why soccer is loved by kids all over the world Desert adventures like sandboarding and watching the sunset over the dunes Through gentle conversation, sound-rich storytelling, and lots of imagination, this episode helps kids picture life in the Sahara while learning how environment, culture, and history shape the way people live. This episode features Mohammed, a local Amazigh guide who grew up in the Sahara Desert and now shares Moroccan culture, language, and desert life with families from around the world. If your family is planning a trip to Morocco and would like to experience the Sahara Desert with a local guide, you can learn more through: Positively Morocco Tours (ask for Mohammed from Culture Kids) https://positivelymoroccotours.com/ https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g293732-d16734409-Reviews-Positively_Morocco_Tours-Casablanca_Casablanca_Settat.html CREDITS Host and Produced By: Kristen Kim Co-Hosts: Asher & Arden Kim Guest: Mohammed from Positively Tours Morocco Post Production & Audio Engineer: Robin Lai Academic Consultant: Elisha Li Nonprofit Consultant:  Ami Awad, Emil Kang STAY CONNECTED WITH US! Instagram: @culturekidsproductions Website: http://culturekidsproductions.com Email / Voicemail: available through our site, we love hearing from you!

In today's Morning Espresso on the SDH Network—brought to you by Oglethorpe University—we open with a conversation about “the noise” around young players and why learning to navigate it matters in professional environments. From there, it's a full MLS SuperDraft recap, led by Atlanta United's night: trading down from No. 2, adding allocation money, and still landing Enzo Dovlo at No. 12, along with Noah James later on, plus plenty of Atlanta and Georgia connections throughout the draft.We also cover the latest MLS roster moves, including business involving Vancouver, Austin, and D.C. United, and dig into the growing standoff between the NWSL and the Players Association over proposed roster and salary-cap mechanisms. We wrap by looking ahead to a packed weekend and beyond: AFCON kicks off Sunday in Morocco, the Premier League slate brings key matchups, and there are new developments tied to the World Cup picture—from Saudi Arabia's 2034 planning to U.S. Soccer's ticket lottery process.

Post Exclusive: Bill Clinton asked the King of Morocco if he could bring two uninvited guests to the monarch's 2002 wedding: Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. After 5 days, police are still looking for leads in the Brown University shooting investigation and so far they're coming up empty. Why? Subscribe to the NY POSTcast: https://app.magellan.ai/listen_links/NYP-Native Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The occupation of Western Sahara by Morocco has now lasted for half a century. The anniversary of the invasion passed at the beginning of November. It came just as the Trump administration was working at the United Nations to legitimize permanent Moroccan rule over the land and its people, including the indigenous Sahrawis. Today's episode is the first part of a two-part interview on the history of Western Sahara. Part one is going to cover the experience of Spanish colonial rule and the emergence of a movement for independence before the invasion by Morocco in 1975. Part two will carry the story up to the present day. Our guest Jacob Mundy is a professor of peace and conflict studies at Colgate University. He's the co-author of Western Sahara: War, Nationalism, and Conflict Irresolution. Read his piece for Jacobin, “For 50 Years, Morocco Has Denied Western Sahara Freedom”: https://jacobin.com/2025/11/morocco-western-sahara-freedom-colonialism Long Reads is a Jacobin podcast looking in-depth at political topics and thinkers, both contemporary and historical, with the magazine's longform writers. Hosted by features editor Daniel Finn. Produced by Conor Gillies with music by Knxwledge.

Dotun Adebayo is joined by Maher Mezahi to preview the African Cup of Nations which kicks-off in Morocco this weekend.They discuss who the favourites our, go through all the teams and discuss why this is such a big tournament for Mo Salah.  Watch this episode on youtube: https://youtube.com/live/gbesZ9WFI-U?feature=shareJoin the Brazilian Shirt Name Whatsapp Channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbBNgO58PgsAgQXRP32T

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Mark and Rob are joined on the pod by Ed Dove, Colin Udoh and Leonard Solms to discuss the impact of the Africa Cup of Nations call-ups on the Premier League teams, and to tell you everything you need to know about the tournament itself ahead of kick off in Morocco. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Search efforts for missing people continue in Morocco's Safi province after weekend flash floods. This, even as the country is set to host the African Cup of Nations - AFCON football tournament in a few days. We hear from residents in Safi, and whether the disaster has dampened the mood ahead of the continental soccer event. Also, are solar-powered vehicles the solution to transportation shortages in Benin? We speak to an entrepreneur at the forefront of bringing renewable energy to the country's transport industry. Presenter : Nkechi Ogbonna Producers: Bella Twine, Basma El Atti and Ayuba Iliya Technical Producer: Jonathan Mwangi Senior Producer: Charles Gitonga Editors: Samuel Murunga and Maryam Abdalla