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Africa Today
Kenyan authorities seize a tonne of methamphetamine

Africa Today

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 27:05


Authorities in Kenya intercept more than a tonne of methamphetamine in the Indian Ocean as part of the country's ongoing fight against narcotics trafficking and addiction Thousands of Tunisians protest in the southern city of Gabes, calling for a chemical plant to be shut down because they say it's ruining their children's healthAnd three Sudanese football clubs are hoping to find refuge in Rwanda from the ongoing civil war in Sudan. Fierce rivals Al-Hilal and Al-Merrikh, as well as Al-Ahli Wad Madani have been welcomed into the Rwandan league this season, a move that the Sudanese clubs say will keep their players active and their fans hopefulPresenter: Nyasha Michelle Producers: Mark Wilberforce, Stefania Okereke, Alex Lathbridge, and Charles Gitonga Technical Producer: Pat Sissons Senior Producer: Sunita Nahar Editors: Maryam Abdalla and Sam Murunga

On the Brink with Andi Simon
Peace Through Business Webinar with Monica Smiley

On the Brink with Andi Simon

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 32:38


Peace Through Business: Building Peace by Empowering Women Entrepreneurs In a world often torn by conflict, peace through business may sound like a lofty goal. Yet for nearly two decades, that's exactly what Dr. Terry Neese , Monica Smiley, and the Peace Through Business Program have been accomplishing—helping women in Afghanistan, Rwanda, and now Uganda rise as entrepreneurs, leaders, and community changemakers. In the final episode of my three-part Peace Through Business podcast series, I was joined by Monica Smiley, president and founder of the Enterprising Women Foundation and publisher and CEO of Enterprising Women magazine. Monica, a long-time champion of women entrepreneurs worldwide, shared the remarkable journey of Dr. Neese, the founder of Peace Through Business, and how the Enterprising Women Foundation has joined forces to carry that mission forward. A Vision Born from a Call to Action The story began nearly twenty years ago when First Lady Laura Bush called Terry Neese with a bold request: travel with her to Afghanistan to help empower women through entrepreneurship. Despite her husband's warnings about the risks, Terry packed her bags and boarded a plane. What she witnessed changed her life. Soon after, she founded the Peace Through Business Program under the IEEW banner—a leadership and entrepreneurship training initiative designed to equip women in post-conflict nations with the tools to rebuild their lives and their communities through business ownership. Terry was no stranger to pioneering women's initiatives. She had co-founded Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP), served as a president of NAWBO (National Association of Women Business Owners), and played a pivotal role in passing H.R. 5050, the landmark legislation often called the "Big Bang" of women's entrepreneurship by creating the National Women's Business Council, laying the groundwork for a network of Women's Business Centers across the nation, and changing archaic laws that kept women from getting credit in their own names. From her base in Oklahoma City, this native of Cookie Town, Oklahoma, went on to build a global movement rooted in one core belief: economic empowerment is the path to peace. From Afghanistan to Rwanda: Courage in Action What began as a training program for Afghan women quickly expanded. Within a year, Peace Through Business added Rwanda, a country rebuilding after the genocide that took more than 800,000 lives. "In Rwanda," Monica shared, "women literally held up the sky after the genocide." Many were left as heads of households and community leaders. With support from Peace Through Business, these women learned to create sustainable enterprises that fueled their country's recovery. Rwanda is now one of the few nations in the world where women hold a majority in Parliament, a testament to their determination and leadership. One unforgettable example is Chantal, a graduate of the program who turned a personal crisis into opportunity. After a car accident left her vehicle stranded abroad for repairs, she realized there were no local body shops. Determined to change that, she founded the first woman-owned auto repair business in Rwanda—and even created the National Garage Owners Association to help others follow her lead. When Monica presented Chantal with the Enterprising Woman of the Year Award, both women were moved to tears. "She had lost over 200 family members during the genocide," Monica recalled. "It was the only time I've ever broken down during a speech. The resilience of these women is indescribable." Adapting and Persevering Through Crisis The fall of Afghanistan to the Taliban in 2021 brought enormous challenges. The program's Afghan director, Manizha, happened to be in the U.S. when the country collapsed. She immediately called her team, instructing them to destroy records to protect participants from reprisal. In the days that followed, Peace Through Business helped over 300 graduates escape the country while continuing to support those who remained. Today, the Afghan program operates entirely online. The women meet virtually several times a week in a ten-week course covering business planning, marketing, finance, taxation, and leadership. Because many participants lack internet access, the program covers their connectivity costs. As Monica noted, "It's like a mini-MBA. The women are committed attendance is strict, there are assignments, tests, and business plans are developed." Graduates then join the Peace Through Business Alumni Association, where they mentor other women and "pay it forward." The results have been extraordinary: alumnae have launched new ventures, expanded into export markets, and even entered politics as ministers and policymakers. Watch our video on YouTube Here: A Call to Action: Women Helping Women Monica's message is clear—these programs depend on us. With cutbacks to international aid, nonprofit funding is tighter than ever, even as demand grows. "We had 124 Afghan women apply for 35 openings this year," she said. "The need is overwhelming." Every dollar and every mentor counts. Mentors are matched virtually with entrepreneurs to share expertise and encouragement. Donations go directly toward training, internet access, and modest stipends for local program directors like Manizha and Chantal, who continue to risk so much for others. Monica's organization, Enterprising Women Foundation, now hosts the Peace Through Business program, helping amplify its reach and celebrating its graduates at the annual Enterprising Women of the Year Awards. The partnership exemplifies how women lifting women can create ripple effects across continents—building stronger families, economies, and, ultimately, peace. Building Peace, One Business at a Time As I closed our conversation, I reflected on how deeply these women embody resilience and hope. Their stories remind us that peace is not simply the absence of conflict—it is the presence of opportunity. When women gain access to education, mentorship, and entrepreneurship, they transform not only their own lives but the futures of entire communities. Programs like Peace Through Business show that empowering women economically is one of the most powerful peace strategies in the world. The program is now operating in Canada and the United Kingdom. It is mostly serving immigrant women entrepreneurs from around the globe who have moved to those countries and need the Peace Through Business training. The Program is becoming truly global. If you would like to support or mentor women through the Peace Through Business program, visit Enterprising Women Foundation at www.enterprisingwomenfoundation. Together, we can build peace—one woman, one business, and one community at a time. Connect with me: Website: www.simonassociates.net Email: info@simonassociates.net Books: Learn more about our books here: Rethink: Smashing the Myths of Women in Business Women Mean Business: Over 500 Insights from Extraordinary Leaders to Spark Your Success On the Brink: A Fresh Lens to Take Your Business to New Heights Listen + Subscribe: Available wherever you get your podcasts—Apple, Spotify, Stitcher, YouTube, and more. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and share with someone navigating their own leadership journey. Reach out and contact us if you want to see how a little anthropology can help your business grow. Let's Talk!

LINEE — Dentro lo Sport
Cronache dal Mondiale di Ciclismo in Rwanda & le altre storie

LINEE — Dentro lo Sport

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2025 38:43


Episodio numero 134 Nella storia dello sport, gli eventi di portata mondiale che si sono tenuti in Africa si contano sulla punta delle dita: c'è un mondiale di calcio in Sud Africa e uno di rugby, sempre in Sudafrica; e poi stop.  Anche solo per questo, il Mondiale di ciclismo che si è corso in Rwanda meriterebbe molta attenzione. Ma c'è di più: il Rwanda è un paese dove c'è stato un genocidio tremendo appena 30 anni e che ha causato la morte di quasi un milione di persone; è un paese che ha una politica di espansione nello sport molto decisa e ambiziosa, e che per questo sponsorizza, nonostante sia un paese fondamentalmente povero e contadino, colossi del calcio mondiale come il Psg, Bayern Monaco e l'Atletico Madrid.  Guardare cosa è successo nel mondiale di ciclismo in Rwanda vuol dire guardare al futuro di un paese unico nel contesto africano, ma anche ragionare sul domani dello sport africano e degli eventi sportivi in Africa, e quindi al futuro di milioni di persone.  Con Andrea Lamperti, giornalista italiano che ha seguito il Mondiale dal Rwanda. Clicca qui per ascoltare la puntata di Linee dedicata alla politica nello Sport del Rwanda E poi le altre storie: un elogio a Elia Viviani e agli altri campioni degli sport minori in Italia; gli arresti dell'FBI in NBA; la storia della nazionale di calcio femminile dell'Afghanistan. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Segui Linee anche su Instagram e TikTok! Questo è il sito ufficiale Questo il canale Youtube Il LINK per iscriverti alla newsletter è QUESTO  QUI il link al questionario per aiutare Linee a migliorare  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Devenir Triathlète
#468 Premiers Triathlons : Tisser des amitiés sur la ligne de départ" avec Clarisse Ferté-Mahoro & Daniel Coppens

Devenir Triathlète

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2025 80:03


« Le triathlon, c'est pas qu'un sport, c'est des rencontres qui te font aller plus loin que la ligne d'arrivée. »

TED Talks Business
The world's first "nature superpower"

TED Talks Business

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 12:55


Over the last 40 years, Brazil has lost an area larger than California to deforestation — and 90 percent of the clear-cutting has been illegal, all part of a multi-billion-dollar global environmental crime economy. Civic entrepreneur Ilona Szabó de Carvalho sees this crisis as an opportunity. Revealing how Brazil is pioneering an economic model actually profiting from protecting nature, she shares the ambitious restoration goals and innovations in forest mapping that are turning the country into a "nature superpower." Get a glimpse of what an economy rooted in regeneration, not extraction, could look like. After the talk, Modupe reflects on her experience traveling through Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, and Kenya and how you can change public opinion and treat the natural world better.Interested in learning more about upcoming TED events? Follow these links:TEDNext: ted.com/futureyou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Visionary Family
Always Overwhelmed?

Visionary Family

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 23:09


Are you constanlty feeling overwhelmed? You're not alone. In this powerful episode, Rob & Amy Rienow share a deeply personal conversation about spiritual burnout, emotional overload, and how the enemy uses overwhelm to attack families—especially mothers and daughters. Hear practical, biblical insights on how to identify when you're under spiritual attack and how to reconnect with Jesus as your Master and Guide. Recorded just before their family mission trip to Rwanda, Rob & Amy also share a powerful vision for 2026 and how you can be part of it. Whether you're a mom, a dad, or simply someone navigating a stressful season, this episode will offer encouragement, biblical clarity, and a practical plan for spiritual renewal. What You'll Learn in This Episode: - How the enemy uses feelings of overwhelm to disrupt families - Why reconnecting with Jesus as “Master” brings peace - A four-step spiritual battle plan to combat stress and anxiety - How husbands can better support overwhelmed wives - Why now is the time to double down on family discipleship Featured Resources: Upcoming Events — Join us in person for the Father-Son Connect Morning and the unforgettable Thanksgiving Ball! Full event details: https://visionaryfam.com/events Partner With Us — God is opening doors for 2026! Help us reach families worldwide with the Gospel and biblical teaching on family life. Learn more: https://visionaryfam.com Prayer Support — We would love to pray with you. Schedule a prayer call at podcast@visionaryfam.com Love this episode? If this episode encouraged you, please share it with a friend and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your support helps more families discover Family Vision. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube so you never miss an episode. Next Episode Preview: Next week, we continue our journey through the Ten Commandments with Commandment One: “You shall have no other gods before me.” What does that mean in a world full of distractions? Don't miss it.

The Long  Form with Sanny Ntayombya
Are Foreign Banks Controlling Rwanda's Future? BPR Bank CEO Patience Mutesi Responds

The Long Form with Sanny Ntayombya

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 87:22


I sit down with Patience Mutesi, Managing Director of BPR Bank Rwanda to discuss the rise of foreign-owned banks and how telecoms are shaking up the financial sector. Patience also shares her insights on smart money habits, startup financing, and how everyday Rwandans can make better financial choices for their families and future.Consider supporting this podcast via our Momo code 95462 or directly to our phone number: +250 795462739 Visit Sanny Ntayombya's Official Website: https://sannyntayombya.com

Perspective
'One of the great French photographers': New Luc Delahaye exhibition opens in Paris

Perspective

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 9:24


A new exhibition here in Paris is exploring the talents of a man deemed one of the greats of French photography. Luc Delahaye worked in the 1990s covering major conflicts as a photojournalist including Afghanistan, Rwanda, Bosnia, the Gulf, Chechnya and Lebanon. Yet afterwards he decided he wanted to turn his attention more to art as he tried to explore new formats in his desire to produce larger images. "Luc Delahaye – Le bruit du Monde" or "The noise of the world" is on at the Musée du Jeu de Paume in Paris's Tuileries gardens. We spoke to the exhibition's curator Quentin Bajac in Perspective.

Idées
«Esprit» s'intéresse aux premiers penseurs de l'écologie

Idées

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2025 41:20


Dans ce nouveau numéro d'IDÉES, Pierre-Édouard Deldique reçoit Anne-Lorraine Bujon, la directrice de la revue «Esprit» et Matthieu Febvre-Issaly, membre de son comité de rédaction, coordinateur du dossier de ce mois-ci intitulé «Consciences de l'écologie». Le numéro d'octobre 2025 de la revue Esprit propose, en effet, une analyse des fondements de la pensée écologique contemporaine. La revue interroge les manières de penser, de vivre et de politiser l'écologie à l'heure des bouleversements climatiques. Il met en lumière l'apport théorique de penseurs français majeurs tels que André Gorz ou Pierre Charbonneau. Ces éclaireurs de la fin du XXè siècle, marginaux en leur temps, éclairent les bases philosophiques et critiques de l'écologie politique. Leurs réflexions sur la technique, la décroissance, l'autonomie ou encore la critique du consumérisme nous permettent de mettre en perspective les débats actuels et d'envisager des alternatives à la logique économique du moment. Le dossier revient notamment sur les tensions entre l'écologie radicale et l'écologie réformiste. Dans ce numéro d'IDÉES, Anne-Lorraine Bujon revient aussi sur l'éditorial du numéro qui s'inquiète de la défiance des institutions ici ou ailleurs. «Comment une société peut-elle fonctionner quand ses institutions ne sont plus crédibles ?», s'interroge-t-elle. On notera aussi dans ce numéro un long et intéressant article sur le Rwanda aujourd'hui. Il en est évidemment question dans l'émission.   Programmation musicale - Georg Philipp Telemann, Milan Turkovic, Naoko Yoshino - Sonata for Bassoon and Basso Continuo in F Minor, TWV 41:f1: I Triste  - David Rothenberg -  The Killer.

Idées
«Esprit» s'intéresse aux premiers penseurs de l'écologie

Idées

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2025 41:20


Dans ce nouveau numéro d'IDÉES, Pierre-Édouard Deldique reçoit Anne-Lorraine Bujon, la directrice de la revue «Esprit» et Matthieu Febvre-Issaly, membre de son comité de rédaction, coordinateur du dossier de ce mois-ci intitulé «Consciences de l'écologie». Le numéro d'octobre 2025 de la revue Esprit propose, en effet, une analyse des fondements de la pensée écologique contemporaine. La revue interroge les manières de penser, de vivre et de politiser l'écologie à l'heure des bouleversements climatiques. Il met en lumière l'apport théorique de penseurs français majeurs tels que André Gorz ou Pierre Charbonneau. Ces éclaireurs de la fin du XXè siècle, marginaux en leur temps, éclairent les bases philosophiques et critiques de l'écologie politique. Leurs réflexions sur la technique, la décroissance, l'autonomie ou encore la critique du consumérisme nous permettent de mettre en perspective les débats actuels et d'envisager des alternatives à la logique économique du moment. Le dossier revient notamment sur les tensions entre l'écologie radicale et l'écologie réformiste. Dans ce numéro d'IDÉES, Anne-Lorraine Bujon revient aussi sur l'éditorial du numéro qui s'inquiète de la défiance des institutions ici ou ailleurs. «Comment une société peut-elle fonctionner quand ses institutions ne sont plus crédibles ?», s'interroge-t-elle. On notera aussi dans ce numéro un long et intéressant article sur le Rwanda aujourd'hui. Il en est évidemment question dans l'émission.   Programmation musicale - Georg Philipp Telemann, Milan Turkovic, Naoko Yoshino - Sonata for Bassoon and Basso Continuo in F Minor, TWV 41:f1: I Triste  - David Rothenberg -  The Killer.

Les têtes d'affiches de Denise Epoté
Jacqueline Mukarukundo (Rwanda) et William Kamkwamba (Malawi)

Les têtes d'affiches de Denise Epoté

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2025 3:19


Deux innovateurs retenus cette semaine comme têtes d'affiche par Denise Epoté, de TV5 Monde. Il s'agit de Jacqueline Mukarukundo, originaire du Rwanda, créatrice de Wastezon, une solution éthique de gestion des déchets électroniques et de l'ingénieur du Malawi, William Kamkwamba, concepteur des éoliennes écologiques.

Light 'Em Up
"Un-Civil Tongues": Hate, Violence & Power. Sticks & Stones Can Break Your Bones & Names Can Get You Murdered. The Intersection of Hate Speech & Violence. Cockroaches, the Enemy Within. Donald Trump & the Radical Rhetoric th

Light 'Em Up

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2025 79:52


Welcome to this explosive, investigative, fact-finding edition of Light ‘Em Up!We are incredibly pleased you decided to join us for one of our most comprehensive episodes to date!Tonight, we shine the antiseptic light of the truth at the intersection of hate speech and the violence that stems from it.While a great many people on the right strongly disagree with the truth, and struggle to accept it, the fact that the radical right is far more violent than the left is unwavering. Far-right attacks continue to outpace all other types of terrorism and domestic violent extremism.As a kid do you remember expressing the children's rhyme that says, “Sticks and stones can break your bones, but names can never hurt you?” While this is a nice thought — it isn‘t true. Words matter; words can hurt — words can lead to murder.In the Holy Bible, the Book of Ephesians (4:29) advises: “Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, which may benefit those who listen.” We need only look to the country of Rwanda in 1994 and the genocide that took place there. Collectively and pejoratively, the Tutsis were referred to as “cockroaches”.  Who acts neighborly or welcomes a cockroach into their home? Some 800,000 Tutsis and moderate Hutus were killed in 100 days. (The Tutsi and Hutu are ethnic groups established primarily in Rwanda and Burundi.)Evidence shows that the use of radio impacted and effected mobilization for violence in the Rwandan genocide.For more than a decade we've been exposed to the hate filled vitriol of Donald Trump. The words he willingly and intentionally chooses are often filled with hate.It is evident from his outward behavior; Donald Trump is not happy.  Barack Obama haunts him in thought, word, and past deed.Trump regularly refers to anyone who isn't in his “in-group” as “the enemy of the people” … “animals” and “scum”, you name it.His targets have been the press as a whole and individual journalists, immigrants, Blacks, LGBTQ+ people, Democrats, and whomever he chooses in the moment.His third-grade vocabulary has no filter. His political party does nothing to hold him to account for his vile, hate-filled rhetoric, even opting to echo and use it often.Rarely does he open his mouth without denigrating, dehumanizing, blaming, or accusing another person of doing something with no evidence.In this explosive episode we will highlight:—    As a case study we'll examine how hate speech can and does facilitate violence. From the genocide that took place in 1994 in Rwanda we offer a special feature in hearing from Henriette Mutegwaraba, survivor of the genocide and founder of the Million Lives Genocide relief fund.—    Multiple examples of the vile, hateful, and demagogic language that Donald Trump spews with regularity and comparing and contrasting his words with that of the Rwandan genocide.And much, much more!“The enemy of the people” are words Adolph Hitler used to describe the Jews before his “final solution” was put into effect which killed some 6 million people.This is the language of insecure, fascist, racist, dictatorial demagogues, and it is extremely dangerous.In his book entitled Behemoth, first published in 1942, Franz Neumann wrote that violence served to establish totalitarian control over German society.Violence throughout the Third Reich was used as a rational instrument of political power.Donald Trump's administration does the same.Democracy is dying right in front of us.Don't move a muscle!Tune out the world and tune-in to Light ‘Em Up — Right here and right now!Tune in and follow our sponsors Newsly and We want to hear from you!

Mtazamo Wako Kwa Yaliyojiri Wiki Hii
Rais W.Ruto amtunuku hayati Raila Odinga, nishani ya juu zaidi, hali mashariki ya DRC

Mtazamo Wako Kwa Yaliyojiri Wiki Hii

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2025 20:03


Hatua ya rais wa Kenya William Ruto kumtunuku aliyewahi kuwa waziri Mkuu na kiongozi wa upinzani nchini Kenya, hayati Raila Odinga, nishani ya juu zaidi nchini, kukamatwa kwa makamu mwenyekiti wa chama cha Chadema nchini Tanzania, John Heche, DRC na Rwanda zakubaliana juu ya mchakato wa upatikanaji wa amani chini ya upatanisho wa Marekani, uchaguzi wa urais nchini Cote D'Ivoire, na rais wa zamani wa Ufaransa Nicolas Sarcozy wiki hii alianza kukitumikia kifungo cha miaka mitano.

Jukwaa la Michezo
WAFCON: Michuano ya kufuzu kombe la mataifa ya Afrika ipo raundi ya mwisho

Jukwaa la Michezo

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2025 23:51


Tuliyokuandalia leo ni pamoja na waamuzi watatu nchini Rwanda kusimamishwa kwa muda, Kongamano la nne la Kibiashara la Soka lakamilika nchini Kenya, awamu ya mwisho ya kufuzu Kombe la Mataifa ya Afrika kwa kina dada, tuzo za CAF mwaka huu, mechi za kufuzu hatua ya makundi michuano ya Klabu Bingwa Afrika, mkenya Ruth Chepngetich apigwa marufuku ya miaka mitatu, bingwa wa dunia wa MotoGP Marquez kukosa msimu mzima uliosalia na nusu fainali ya tenisi Vienna Open

Improve the News
Russian Oil Sanctions, NYC Mayoral Debate and NBA Gambling Scandal

Improve the News

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 34:48


The US sanctions Russian oil giants Rosneft and Lukoil, The International Court of Justice orders Israel to allow aid into Gaza, U.S. strikes on alleged drug vessels off Colombia's Pacific coast leave five dead, The Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda hold their third peace meeting, New York City mayoral candidates clash in their final debate, The NBA's Chauncey Billups and Terry Rozier are among more than 30 people arrested in an FBI gambling probe, Over 100,000 public workers strike in New Zealand's largest labor action since 1979, A study finds that Ozempic cuts heart disease risk by 20% regardless of weight loss, A report estimates climate disasters in the first half of 2025 are the costliest ever in U.S. history, and King Charles and Pope Leo hold a prayer service in a 500-year first. Sources: www.verity.news

The News Agents
Is the government's small boats plan "in tatters"?

The News Agents

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 39:28


Keir Starmer came to power vowing to smash the gangs and stop the boats. He believes in the power of returns agreements to solve the problem - and established the 'one in - one out' system with France. An irregular migrant is returned for each refugee who has gone through the process properly. But, in a moment of low farce and high tragedy, an Iranian man - one of the very first to be sent back to France - turned back up on these shores on a small boat for a second time. So much for a deterrent, it would seem. So is the system broken? And could Labour now be thinking the unthinkable about the cancelled Rwanda plan? Later, Wikipedia is reaching its 25th anniversary. The total sum of human knowledge freely available online - and powered by volunteers. How did such a vast, ambitious and optimistic idea ever come off? We speak to founder Jimmy Wales about tech billionaires, trust and human nature.The News Agents is brought to you by HSBC UK - https://www.hsbc.co.uk/EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal -> https://nordvpn.com/thenewsagents Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee

Ancient Futures
Le Carré in Action – Michela Wrong

Ancient Futures

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 69:45


What distinguishes fiction from facts? John le Carré is renowned for Cold War spy thrillers, yet over half his books were published after 1990 and they tackled modern issues that he had to research. A new exhibition in Oxford documents his methods, and spotlights the networks of experts who helped him.An accompanying book – titled Tradecraft: Writers on John le Carré – explores their experiences. Reflecting on her trip with the author to Congo, Michela Wrong sheds light on the collaborative process, while demystifying complex subjects such as the malevolent role of Rwanda in fomenting conflict.Michela is an Africa specialist, whose books tell engaging stories for the general reader. However, as we discuss, the most compelling non-fiction rarely matches the reach of a bestselling novel. We nonetheless reflect on the importance of reporting, and the damaging impact of scaling it back on our shared understanding.I've long been a fan of how le Carré – a.k.a. David Cornwell – laced his plots with psychological drama and moral ambiguity as people struggle to do the right thing. This has a few parallels with epic yoga narratives. Our conversation mostly covers worldly matters, but we also talk about the workings of human delusions.Finally, for non-UK listeners, here's some context on Mr Bates vs the Post Office.

Habari za UN
22 OKTOBA 2025

Habari za UN

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 11:18


Hii leo jaridani tunaangazia mifumo ya tahadhari za mapema dhidi ya majanga, elimu kuhusu uraia nchini Sudan kusini, na kilimo endelevu na vijana nchini Rwanda.Katibu Mkuu wa Umoja wa Mataifa António Guterres amesema mifumo ya tahadhari za mapema dhidi ya majanga si chaguo tena, bali ni lazima kwa kila mtu duniani, akisisitiza kuwa hatua hizo zinaokoa maisha na mali.Kuanzia furaha ya uhuru hadi maumivu ya kurejea kwa mzozo, safari ya amani ya kudumu Sudan Kusini imekuwa ndefu na bado inaendelea. Licha ya changamoto hizo, matumaini bado ni makubwa miongoni mwa jamii nchini kote kwamba uchaguzi wa amani, huru na wa haki utaleta usalama uliotafutwa kwa muda mrefu pamoja na fursa za maendeleo na ukuaji wa uchumi.Wanawake ni nguzo muhimu katika maendeleo ya kilimo na jamii za vijijini. Mfuko wa Umoja wa Mataifa wa Maendeleo ya Kilimo( IFAD) inahakikisha zaidi ya asilimia 50 ya washiriki wa miradi yake ni wanawake, kwa lengo la kuimarisha usawa wa kijinsia na kupunguza umaskini. Kupitia mafunzo, huduma za kifedha, na upatikanaji wa masoko, wanawake wanawezeshwa kiuchumi na kijamii. Tafiti zinaonesha kuwa kufuta pengo la kijinsia katika kilimo kunaweza kuongeza pato la dunia kwa asilimia 1. Nchini Rwanda, miradi kama R-YES imewezesha wanawake vijana kuanzisha biashara za kilimo na kutoa ajira.Mwenyeji wako ni Anold Kayanda, karibu!

Habari za UN
IFAD imewasaidia wanawake wakulima Rwanda kupata ajira na kuimarisha maisha

Habari za UN

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 3:12


Wanawake ni nguzo muhimu katika maendeleo ya kilimo na jamii za vijijini. Mfuko wa Umoja wa Mataifa wa Maendeleo ya Kilimo( IFAD) inahakikisha zaidi ya asilimia 50 ya washiriki wa miradi yake ni wanawake, kwa lengo la kuimarisha usawa wa kijinsia na kupunguza umaskini. Kupitia mafunzo, huduma za kifedha, na upatikanaji wa masoko, wanawake wanawezeshwa kiuchumi na kijamii. Tafiti zinaonesha kuwa kufuta pengo la kijinsia katika kilimo kunaweza kuongeza pato la dunia kwa asilimia 1. Nchini Rwanda, miradi kama R-YES imewezesha wanawake vijana kuanzisha biashara za kilimo na kutoa ajira. Sheilah Jepngetich na taarifa zaidi.

The Back to Me Project: College and Beyond
194. Breaking Barriers and Building Futures with Rwanda Carter

The Back to Me Project: College and Beyond

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 29:23


This week for our “Ready, Set, Leap” series, our host and founder, Yoli Tamu welcomes the very student who first inspired her to begin serving college students years ago! In this episode, we meet Rwanda Carter, ASW, PPSC, Psychiatric Social Worker for LAUSD's Black Student Achievement Plan (BSAP). Born in Belize and raised in Watts, Rwanda shares how her parents' sacrifices inspired her to uplift her community, build belonging, and lead with purpose. She recalls finding her voice through campus organizations like the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) and the Summer Engineering Experience for Kids (SEEK)—programs that nurtured her drive to serve others. Now, as a mentor and advocate, Rwanda has come full circle, creating opportunities for high school students to experience growth, community wellness, and college exploration. Her powerful journey proves that when you invest in underserved communities, the results ripple across generations. Rwanda completed both her Master of Social Work and her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology at California State University, Fullerton. She is a dedicated social worker committed to uplifting and serving communities with limited access to mental health resources. As the BSAP Psychiatric Social Worker, she promotes mental wellness among historically underserved students through representation, advocacy, and culturally responsive care. Her work centers on reducing stigma, expanding access to mental health services, and empowering Black youth through trauma-informed and identity-affirming interventions. By collaborating with educators, families, and community partners, Rwanda helps create safe, inclusive environments where students feel seen, heard, and supported. Her long-term goal is to influence mental health policy to expand equitable access to care and address systemic barriers impacting marginalized populations. To learn more about Rwanda and her work, visit her at LAUSD.org or connect with her on LinkedIn.

Make Life Less Difficult
Laura Baringer: Building a Business that You Love AND that's Financially and Emotionally Sustainable

Make Life Less Difficult

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 60:49


My guest today is Laura Baringer. Laura is a returning guest, the Founder of Purpose Built by Laura, a Business Strategist, Coach, and so much more.Laura believes anyone can start a business — but you should love the business you build.She helps entrepreneurs and business owners grow businesses that are sustainable, profitable, and deeply aligned with their values.Before founding Purpose Built by Laura, Laura spent 15+ years leading nonprofit initiatives across gender, tech, and public health — including launching and scaling a multi-million-dollar USAID program in Rwanda. Along the way, she advised boards, invested in startups, and consulted with mission-led organizations worldwide.Laura's background is in business strategy, strategic planning, and organizational development, and she brings that lens into everything she does. Whether it's clarifying your offers, mapping your client journey, or designing a business model that actually works — strategy is always at the core.In 2021, Laura made the leap to full-time coaching and built her own business from scratch. Today, she help founders cut through the noise, own their expertise, and grow with clarity and confidence — without burning out or compromising what matters most.Connect with Laura:Laura's website: https://www.purposebuiltbylaura.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurabaringer/Support the showMake Life Less Difficult~ Support:buymeacoffee.com/lisatilstra

The WorldView in 5 Minutes
Human Rights Conference in Berlin Highlights Christian Persecution, Russia Proposes a Rail Tunnel Under the Bering Strait, Pew Research: Divorce Rates are Down in the U.S.

The WorldView in 5 Minutes

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025


It's Monday, October 20th, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes, written by Jonathan Clark, heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  Filling in for Adam McManus I'm Ean Leppin. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark Human Rights Conference in Berlin Highlights Christian Persecution Human rights experts met in Berlin, Germany last Wednesday, highlighting the increased persecution of Christians worldwide.  The International Society for Human Rights released a new report on Christian persecution at the conference.  The report notes that Christians suffer under dictatorial states like China, Cuba, and North Korea. They remain victims of discrimination and violence without state protections in countries like Egypt, Syria, Nigeria, India, and Myanmar. And believers face persecution in Islamic republics like Afghanistan, Iran, and Pakistan.  The conference also highlighted the suffering of Ukrainian Christians under Russian occupation. Johann Matthies with the Evangelical Alliance in Germany said, “Russian occupation authorities are specifically targeting Ukrainian religious communities: they are pressuring churches to cooperate or destroying them if they refuse.” Psalm 34:15-16 says, “The eyes of the LORD are on the righteous, and His ears are open to their cry. The face of the LORD is against those who do evil, to cut off the remembrance of them from the earth.” President Trump Continues Efforts to End Russian-Ukrainian War U.S. President Donald Trump continues his efforts to end the war between Russia and Ukraine. President Trump spoke over the phone with Russian President Vladimir Putin last Thursday. He then met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House last Friday. President Trump also plans on meeting with President Putin in Budapest, Hungary in the coming weeks. Listen to comments from President Trump. TRUMP: "I met with President Zelensky, as you know, today, and we had a very good meeting; very cordial meeting. In my opinion, they should stop the war immediately. You stop at the battle line, and both sides should go home, go to their families, stop the killing, and that should be it. Stop right now at the battle line. I told that to President Zelensky. I told it to President Putin. Thank you very much, everybody." Russia Proposes a Rail Tunnel Under the Bering Strait Reuters reports Russia proposed a “Putin-Trump” rail tunnel under the Bering Strait to link the two nations. The eight billion dollar proposal follows President Donald Trump's phone call with President Vladimir Putin. Russia's proposal would involve building a 70-mile rail and cargo tunnel between Alaska and Russia's eastern region of Chukotka. The plan suggested Elon Musk's Boring Company for the construction project. President Trump called the idea “interesting,” saying, “We'll have to think about that.”  Trump Moves to Reduce the Cost of IVF Last Thursday, President Donald Trump announced a deal with the pharmaceutical industry to reduce the cost of in vitro fertilization. The Trump administration hailed the move as pro-family. However, pro-life groups are criticizing the plan.  LifeSiteNews noted, “The IVF process is gravely unethical as it entails the conscious creation of scores of ‘excess' embryonic humans only to be killed and human lives being treated like commodities to be bartered over. It has been estimated that more than a million embryos are frozen in storage in the United States following IVF, and that as many as 93 percent of all embryos created through IVF are eventually destroyed.” Conservative Anglicans Split from the Church of England Conservative Anglicans formally split from the Church of England last week. The Global Anglican Future Conference, also known as GAFCON, declared itself to be the Global Anglican Communion. It will no longer participate in meetings called by the Church of England's Archbishop of Canterbury.  Sarah Mullally is the recently appointed Archbishop of Canterbury. She is the first female to hold the position and supports same-sex blessings. Bishop Laurent Mbanda is the chairman of the GAFCON Primates' Council as well as the Primate of Rwanda. He wrote, “We cannot continue to have communion with those who . . . abandoned the inerrant word of God as the final authority.” Isaiah 8:20 says, “To the law and to the testimony! If they do not speak according to this word, it is because there is no light in them.” Pew Research: Divorce Rates are Down in the U.S. And finally, Pew Research reports divorce rates, and specifically refined divorce rates, are down in the U.S. Unlike the overall divorce rate, the refined divorce rate takes into account changes in the number of people who are married at any given time.  This refined divorce rate peaked in the U.S. around 1980 at 22.6 divorces per 1,000 married women. By 2023, it had declined to 14.4 divorces per 1,000 married women.  The report noted that married men are more likely to be employed than divorced men. Also married adults have higher household incomes and hold more wealth than divorced adults.  Close And that's The Worldview on this Monday, October 20th, in the year of our Lord 2025. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. Filling in for Adam McManus I'm Ean Leppin (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Visionary Family
Is Your Family On Mission?

Visionary Family

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 21:58


Is your family on mission together? In this inspiring episode, Rob & Amy Rienow share their recent family missions trip to the Dominican Republic with Filter of Hope—and how it impacted their kids, their marriage, and the families they served. Hear powerful stories of gospel transformation, clean water ministry, and what it means to live as a “lighthouse family” in today's world. This episode is a call to action for parents to step outside their comfort zones, prioritize family discipleship, and use their homes as a base for evangelism. You'll also hear about VFM's upcoming ministry in Rwanda, new global initiatives, and how you can join the mission through your support and prayers. What You'll Learn in This Episode: - Why short-term missions can change your family forever - How to use clean water filters to share the Gospel - What it means to be a “lighthouse family” - Why now is the time to double down on ministry to families Featured Resources: Filter of Hope — Learn more about this powerful clean water and evangelism ministry at filterofhope.org Visionary Family Mission Trips — Interested in joining us in 2026 or 2027? E-mail us at podcast@visionaryfam.com Visionary Family Events — Join us at upcoming events including the Father-Son Morning and Thanksgiving Ball. See the full schedule: https://visionaryfam.com/events Support the Mission — Help us reach our $400,000 goal to expand global ministry in 2026. Give today: https://visionaryfam.com Love this episode? We'd love to hear from you! Share your thoughts or prayer requests at podcast@visionaryfam.com. If this episode encouraged you, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your feedback helps more families discover the show and grow in faith. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube so you never miss an episode. Next Episode Preview: Next week, we'll return to our 10 Commandments series and dive into Commandment One: “You shall have no other gods before me.” What does this mean in a culture of distraction and divided loyalties? Don't miss it.

The Long  Form with Sanny Ntayombya
The European Hand Secretly Fueling Africa's Deadliest War - Amb. Joseph Mutaboba Reveals ALL

The Long Form with Sanny Ntayombya

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 132:29


In this week's episode of The Long Form,  we speak to Ambassador Joseph Mutaboba — one of Rwanda's most experienced diplomats . We talk about what really went wrong between Rwanda and the DRC, the quiet role Rwanda played in averting a war between Ethiopia and Eritrea, and what the future holds for peace in the region.Consider supporting this podcast via our Momo code 95462 or directly to our phone number: +250 795462739 Visit Sanny Ntayombya's Official Website: https://sannyntayombya.com

Black and Blurred
#204 She Survived the Rwandan Genocide with a Faith that Will Make You Uncomfortable!

Black and Blurred

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 79:27 Transcription Available


SEND US A MESSAGE! We'd Love to Chat With you and Hear your thoughts! We'll read them on the next episode. The history of racism in our country has evolved into narratives that have been created out of thin air in order to justify hatred that inherently dwells in our hearts. What does the response to racism, hatred, evil look like in the children of God outside of the US?  This is the story of Rose Mapendo, a survivor of the Rwandan/DRC genocide and a sister in Christ. Her story is gut-wrenching yet her faith is encouraging and convicting. Trapped in prison camp awaiting execution, the Lord did for her what He does for all of His children - he strengthened her with a peace that will surpass your very understanding of peace. It will also confound your understanding of forgiveness in a way that could truly bring healing, peace and revival to our country amidst the cold war of race-rhetoric and "injustice" claims. Listen closely to the raw, uncut story of a woman who depended on the Lord and was granted a strength that only He could provide. The Tutsi/Rwandan GenocideHutus/Tutsi RacismSUPPORT THE ROSE MAPENDO FOUNDATIONSupport the showHosts: Brandon and Daren Smith Learn of Brandon's Church Planting CallPatreon: www.patreon.com/blackandblurredPaypal: https://paypal.me/blackandblurredYouTube: Black and Blurred PodcastIG: @BlackandBlurredPodcastX: @Blurred_Podcast

Appels sur l'actualité
[Vos questions] Guerre en Ukraine : et si les missiles Tomahawk changeaient la donne ?

Appels sur l'actualité

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 19:30


Les journalistes et experts de RFI répondent également à vos questions sur un mécanisme de vérification de cessez-le-feu signé entre Kinshasa et l'AFC/M23 et le Portugal en situation d'excédent budgétaire. Guerre en Ukraine : et si les missiles Tomahawk changeaient la donne ?   Si Vladimir Poutine ne met pas fin à la guerre, Donald Trump menace de livrer à Kiev des missiles américains «Tomahawk». Quelle est la spécificité de cette arme ? Alors que la Russie intensifie ses attaques contre les infrastructures énergétiques ukrainiennes à l'approche de l'hiver, ces missiles pourraient-ils changer le cours de la guerre ? Avec Franck Alexandre, journaliste spécialiste des questions de défense et de sécurité à RFI.    RDC : un nouveau pas vers la paix entre Kinshasa et l'AFC/M23 ?   Alors que l'est de la RDC reste en proie à des tensions persistantes, Kinshasa et le groupe armé AFC/M23 soutenu par le Rwanda se sont entendus sur un mécanisme conjoint de vérification du cessez-le-feu. En quoi consiste ce dispositif ? A-t-il des chances d'aboutir à un accord de paix durable ? Avec Patient Ligodi, journaliste au service Afrique de RFI.     Portugal : le pays peut-il devenir un modèle économique européen ?   C'est une performance inédite depuis près d'un demi-siècle : pour la deuxième année consécutive, le Portugal perçoit plus de recettes qu'il ne dépense. Comment ce pays, considéré il y a 15 ans comme l'un des mauvais élèves de l'Europe, a-t-il réussi cet exploit ? Les autres États membres de l'UE peuvent-ils s'en inspirer ?    Avec Simon-Pierre Sengayrac, co-directeur de l'Observatoire de l'économie à la Fondation Jean-Jaurès.      Et en fin d'émission, la chronique « Un œil sur les réseaux » de Jessica Taieb. Au programme, les nombreuses réactions des internautes maliens face à l'embargo sur le carburant dans le pays.

Eco d'ici Eco d'ailleurs
Rwanda-RDC : les enjeux économiques du conflit

Eco d'ici Eco d'ailleurs

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 54:15


L'est de la République Démocratique du Congo est au cœur d'un conflit qui fait rage depuis plusieurs années. D'un côté, les forces congolaises, de l'autre, le M23 soutenu par le Rwanda voisin. De nombreux morts, des blessés et des populations appauvries, prises en étau dans une zone riche en matières premières, source de convoitises et de trafics. Alors que des négociations de paix sont en cours sous l'égide des États-Unis et du Qatar. Décryptage des enjeux économiques et géopolitiques d'un conflit qui paralyse toute une région.

Littérature sans frontières
Michel Bussi éclaire les ombres du Rwanda à travers une fiction très documentée

Littérature sans frontières

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 28:59


Ancien enseignant-chercheur en géographie, Michel Bussi né en 1965 a grandi en Normandie. C'est en 2006, à l'âge de quarante ans, qu'il publie son premier roman, «Code Lupin». Cinq ans plus tard, son polar «Nymphéas noirs», maintes fois récompensé, le révèle au grand public. Depuis, 21 titres ont paru aux Presses de la Cité, 12 millions d'exemplaires ont été vendus dans 38 pays : l'œuvre de Michel Bussi est aujourd'hui incontournable, en France comme à l'étranger. «Un pays si beau, vu du ciel. Un pays, à hauteur d'hommes, si cruel.» Octobre 1990. Le capitaine français Jorik Arteta, en mission au Rwanda, rencontre Espérance, jeune professeure engagée dans la transition démocratique de son pays. 6 avril 1994. Un éclair déchire le ciel de Kigali. Le Falcon du président rwandais explose en plein vol. Commencent alors cent jours de terreur et de sang. Les auteurs des tirs de missiles ne seront jamais identifiés. Quelqu'un, pourtant, connaît la vérité. Noël 2024. Jorik, sa fille et sa petite-fille s'envolent pour le Rwanda. Tous poursuivent leur propre quête, tourmentée par les fantômes du passé. Dans Les Ombres du monde, Michel Bussi fait entrer l'Histoire dans le roman et le roman dans l'Histoire, articulant, en maître du suspense, la construction romanesque avec les faits historiques. (Présentation des éditions Presses de la Cité) ILLUSTRATION MUSICALE : «Petit Pays» de Gaël Faye.

Éco d'ici éco d'ailleurs
Rwanda-RDC : les enjeux économiques du conflit

Éco d'ici éco d'ailleurs

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 54:15


L'est de la République Démocratique du Congo est au cœur d'un conflit qui fait rage depuis plusieurs années. D'un côté, les forces congolaises, de l'autre, le M23 soutenu par le Rwanda voisin. De nombreux morts, des blessés et des populations appauvries, prises en étau dans une zone riche en matières premières, source de convoitises et de trafics. Alors que des négociations de paix sont en cours sous l'égide des États-Unis et du Qatar. Décryptage des enjeux économiques et géopolitiques d'un conflit qui paralyse toute une région.

The Pastor's Heart with Dominic Steele
Enough's Enough! — A Bible-Centred Reordering of Global Anglicanism — with Laurent Mbanda

The Pastor's Heart with Dominic Steele

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 29:54 Transcription Available


“We are now the Global Anglican Communion,” says Archbishop Laurent Mbanda — the Chair of Gafcon, Primate of Rwanda, and leader of Global Anglicans.Bible-believing Anglicans around the world are praising God today.The Anglican Communion is being reordered — reset — with the Bible once again at its foundation.The Archbishop of Canterbury, the revisionists, and the so-called Canterbury Communion are out — they've repeatedly abandoned Cranmerian Anglicanism, and ultimately, Jesus himself.This reordering seeks to restore the Communion's original structure — a fellowship of autonomous provinces bound together by the Formularies of the Reformation. There will be no communion with those who have abandoned the authority of Scripture.A new Council of Primates will be formed, electing a chairman to preside as primus inter pares — first among equals.Archbishop Mbanda is here in Sydney this week with a group of Primates and the founding fathers of Gafcon. Their informal consultations culminated in a clear and momentous statement — so significant that an online Global Primates Meeting was held at 11 p.m. Sydney time last night to ratify the decisions made.Many of those leaders are now on planes heading home. But Archbishop Mbanda, joins us in our Pastor's Heart studio.  The Church Cohttp://www.thechurchco.com is a website and app platform built specifically for churches. Advertise on The Pastor's HeartTo advertise on The Pastor's Heart go to thepastorsheart.net/sponsorSupport the show

The Zweig Letter
Architecture With Heart: Carley Chastain on Equity, Community, and Global Inspiration

The Zweig Letter

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 46:46 Transcription Available


“Vernacular is what you do when you can't afford to get it wrong.”Carley ChastainEpisode Summary:This episode of The Zweig Letter Podcast, hosted by Randy Wilburn and joined by marketing co-host Luke Carothers, traces Carley Chastain's unique path through the architecture profession. Carley, an emerging architectural professional at Marlon Blackwell Architects in Northwest Arkansas, shares how she was drawn to architecture not by tradition, but by curiosity, community, and a keen desire to make the built environment serve real people.From Auburn University's Rural Studio—where students design and build for underserved communities—to Mass Design Group's healthcare infrastructure projects in Rwanda, Carley unpacks the transformative power of purpose-driven design. Her journey from Alabama to Montana, Boston, and Kigali has shaped her approach to design as one focused on social impact, community resilience, and equity. Listeners will gain perspective on how intentional architecture can shape lives, tackle rural housing and infrastructure gaps, and deliver facilities that truly respond to community needs.The conversation also spotlights the next generation of AEC professionals prioritizing equity, resilience, and local advocacy. Carley's reflections offer valuable strategies for increasing diversity, retaining talent, and ensuring architecture's continued relevance for the future.Key Takeaways:Community-first Design: Purposeful engagement with local people and issues creates projects that are meaningful and sustainable—whether it's rural housing or urban centers.Tackling Obstacles Holistically: Carley's experience on the $20K House and the Front Porch Initiative demonstrates how architects can identify and address systemic barriers like access to fire stations and insurance, not just building design.Value of Diverse Experience: Exposure to international practice and local development, as well as cross-disciplinary networking, gives young professionals context and resilience—qualities vital for evolving the AEC industry.Advocacy and Retention: To retain diverse talent, firms must foster strong community connections, empower staff with local resources, and invest in personal and professional development.Importance of Public Health: Architecture's role extends to building infrastructure that supports public health and preventive care—a lesson Carley saw firsthand with Mass Design Group in Kigali and current healthcare projects in Arkansas.All this and more on this episode of the Zweig Letter podcast.Links referenced in this episode:Marlon Blackwell Architects: https://www.marlonblackwell.com/Mass Design Group: https://www.massdesigngroup.org/Auburn University Rural Studio: https://ruralstudio.org/Contact Carley Chastain: carley@marlonblackwell.comConnect with Carley Chastain on LinkedInLearn about

Minimum Competence
Legal News for Thurs 10/16 - Judge Blocks Federal Layoffs, Surge in Law School Apps, Troop Pay Move Likely Illegal, and Norway's Smart EV Policy Move

Minimum Competence

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 9:32


This Day in Legal History: Nuremberg ExecutionsOn October 16, 1946, ten prominent Nazi war criminals were executed by hanging in the aftermath of the landmark Nuremberg Trials, held to prosecute key figures of the Third Reich for crimes against humanity, war crimes, and crimes against peace. The executions marked the culmination of months of legal proceedings conducted by an international military tribunal composed of judges from the Allied powers: the United States, the United Kingdom, the Soviet Union, and France. Among those hanged was Joachim von Ribbentrop, Hitler's former Foreign Minister, convicted for his role in orchestrating Nazi foreign policy and enabling the Holocaust.The trials had concluded in late September 1946, with 12 of the 22 main defendants receiving death sentences. However, Hermann Göring, one of the most high-profile defendants and head of the Luftwaffe, committed suicide by cyanide just hours before his scheduled execution. The hangings took place inside the gymnasium of the Nuremberg Palace of Justice, where the tribunal had convened, and were carried out in the early morning hours.The executions were overseen by U.S. Army personnel, and steps were taken to document them for historical record. The event was viewed by many as a pivotal moment in the establishment of international criminal law, affirming that individuals—even heads of state and high-ranking officials—could be held personally accountable for war atrocities. These proceedings laid the groundwork for future tribunals, including those for the former Yugoslavia and Rwanda.Some criticized the process as “victor's justice,” pointing to perceived inconsistencies in sentencing and legal procedures. Nevertheless, the trials represented a significant shift from the post-World War I approach, which had failed to adequately prosecute war crimes. The executions on October 16 symbolized not only the end of an era of unchecked totalitarian violence but also the beginning of a new international legal order based on accountability and the rule of law.A federal judge in California has temporarily blocked the Trump administration's latest wave of federal layoffs, calling the move likely “illegal and in excess of authority.” In a sharply worded order, U.S. District Judge Susan Illston halted terminations that began last week, siding with a coalition of federal worker unions. Illston criticized the administration's approach as “ready, fire, aim” and warned that the human cost of such abrupt cuts is unacceptable.The layoffs—over 4,100 in total—targeted several federal agencies, with the Departments of Health and Human Services and Treasury seeing the bulk of cuts. Judge Illston's order requires the administration to report all completed and planned layoffs by Friday and set a hearing for a preliminary injunction on October 28. She also rejected the Department of Justice's attempt to steer the case toward procedural issues, stating that the legal merits were too concerning to ignore.President Trump has framed the cuts as politically motivated, stating they were aimed at eliminating programs he called “egregious socialist, semi-communist.” He added that Republican-backed programs would be spared. The administration recently lifted a long-standing hiring freeze but is now requiring agencies to submit staffing plans for approval.Union plaintiffs argue that the layoffs violate the Antideficiency Act and the Administrative Procedure Act, citing the administration's use of the government shutdown as an arbitrary justification. This case, AFGE v. OMB, marks another legal confrontation over workforce reductions, following an earlier freeze issued by Judge Illston that was ultimately overturned by the Supreme Court.Trump's Shutdown-Linked Layoffs Paused by California Judge (4)The 2026 U.S. law school admissions cycle is off to an intense start, with applications up 33% compared to this time last year, according to new data from the Law School Admission Council. This surge follows last year's admissions boom and signals another highly competitive year for aspiring law students. Admissions consultant Mike Spivey noted he's never seen such a sharp early increase in over two decades of reviewing application data, predicting a likely total rise of around 20% once the cycle concludes.Several factors are driving the spike, including a tough job market for recent college graduates—whose unemployment rate now surpasses that of the broader labor force—and growing political instability. Law School Admission Council President Sudha Setty also cited concerns about the impact of AI and broader economic uncertainty as motivators for many applicants. Additionally, more people are taking the LSAT this year, up nearly 22% over 2025 levels.A recent Kaplan survey found 56% of law school admissions officers pointed to politics as a major factor behind last year's surge, with 90% expecting this cycle to be just as competitive, if not more so. Some applicants are likely reapplying after being rejected last year, or returning after delaying applications due to last year's high volume. While law schools will benefit from a deeper pool of candidates, Spivey warned the sharp increase means tougher odds for acceptance across the board.US law school applicants increase 33%, boosting competition | ReutersPresident Donald Trump's decision to fund military pay during the ongoing government shutdown is only a short-term solution, according to House Speaker Mike Johnson. On Wednesday, Johnson confirmed that 1.3 million active-duty service members, along with tens of thousands of National Guard and reservists, were paid using $6.5 billion in unused military research and development funds. However, he warned that unless Democrats act to reopen the government, troops are unlikely to receive their next paycheck on October 31.The White House has not explained its legal rationale for this funding maneuver, and it hasn't requested the required congressional approvals to shift funds between accounts. Federal law caps such transfers at $8 billion annually and only allows them if the funds are used for their legally designated purposes. Without further funding authority, it's unclear how the administration could cover future military pay. While many lawmakers support a standalone bill to guarantee troop pay, Republican leaders—including Johnson and Senate Majority Whip John Thune—are resisting that option. They argue that doing so would reduce pressure to end the shutdown overall.Some Republicans, like Sen. Lisa Murkowski, say the move has reduced urgency in Congress while leaving other federal workers unpaid. The political optics are further complicated by Trump's claim that only Democrat-backed programs are being cut, as he seeks to frame the issue as partisan. Internally, GOP leaders worry that passing targeted funding bills could open the door to broader demands for agency-by-agency funding relief, weakening their leverage in shutdown negotiations.By way of brief background, the move likely violates the Antideficiency Act (ADA), which bars federal officials from spending money before or beyond congressional appropriations. Trump reportedly ordered the Department of Defense to divert funds from the RDT&E account—meant for weapons research—to cover military payroll. That account is not legally authorized for such use, and the funds may have also exceeded their availability period.This raises two major legal issues. First, under the Appropriations Clause (Article I, § 9, cl. 7), only Congress may authorize government spending. The president cannot repurpose funds without specific legislative approval. Second, the ADA prohibits both misappropriation of purpose (spending money on unauthorized functions) and misappropriation of timing (using expired funds). If proven willful, such violations can carry criminal penalties, though prosecutions are rare.Beyond the legal breach, this act could set a dangerous precedent. If courts decline to intervene, it could signal that future presidents—regardless of party—can redirect federal funds without congressional consent. This would erode legislative power and potentially turn the presidency into a de facto appropriations authority, undermining the Constitution's separation of powers.Special thanks to Bobby Kogan, the Senior Director of Federal Budget Policy for the Center for American Progress, for his instructive Bluesky post explaining the deficiency issue in a way much clearer and more succinctly than I otherwise would have been able to.Trump's troop pay move is a ‘temporary fix,' Johnson says - Live Updates - POLITICOPost by @did:plc:drfb2pdjlnsqkfgsoellcahm — BlueskyA piece I wrote for Forbes this week looks at how Norway is showing the rest of the world how to end EV subsidies without wrecking the market. The country announced in its latest budget that it will phase out its long-standing value-added tax (VAT) exemption for electric vehicles—partially in 2026, and fully by 2027. This might seem like a policy retreat, but the timing is deliberate: EVs now make up 95–98% of new car sales in Norway. The market has matured, and the subsidy is no longer essential.I argue that this is what smart policy looks like—temporary support that steps aside when it's no longer needed. The U.S., by contrast, killed its federal EV tax credit abruptly and politically, without phasing it out or adapting it for current market conditions. In doing so, it treated the credit as a political symbol rather than a market tool. Norway, on the other hand, used the exemption strategically, aligning it with broader policy goals and allowing it to sunset once those goals were met.The piece highlights how the U.S. often fears both removing and maintaining subsidies, caught in a cycle where incentives become political footballs. Norway's approach offers a model for how to responsibly end subsidies: gradually, rationally, and only once the market no longer needs them. This isn't anti-EV or anti-climate policy—it's a sign that the original policy worked.Norway Shows How To End EV Subsidies Without Killing The Market This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

Sherdog Podcast & Radio Network
BEST BETS for UFC Vancouver/PFL Rwanda | The Sheehan Show

Sherdog Podcast & Radio Network

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 16:55 Transcription Available


With the Ultimate Fighting Championship and Professional Fighters League both in action this Saturday, Sean found plenty of value for the investment-minded fight fan!0:00 Recap of last week's bets----- PFL RWANDA1:46 Bet 1: Patrick Ocheme and Shido Boris Esperanca6:00 Bet 2: Dwight Joseph----- UFC VANCOUVER8:46 Bet 3: Kevin Holland and Mike Malott11:30 Bet 4: Aiemann Zahabi14:03 Flier of the Week: Reinier de Ridder

AMERICA OUT LOUD PODCAST NETWORK
The Trump Doctrine is focused on peace and lawfulness

AMERICA OUT LOUD PODCAST NETWORK

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 58:00


After Dark with Hosts Rob & Andrew – Trump has brokered a total of eight peace deals with warring countries, including India-Pakistan, Cambodia-Thailand, D.R. Congo and Rwanda, and Israel and the UAE, to name a few. While anything could send the current peace deal into a tailspin, what Trump has done is more than any other president has, and it should be recognized as such...

H3 Leadership with Brad Lomenick
281 | London Trip Recap + Top Weekly Leadership Links and Young Leader Profile with Alex from OCC

H3 Leadership with Brad Lomenick

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 33:02


A special episode with some leadership thoughts on what is happening in London and the UK in terms of the Church, revival, leadership and some highlights of my recent trip. Plus we sit down with Alex Nsengimana from Rwanda and part of the OCC team to hear his story. Plus check out the Top Weekly Leadership List. Make sure to visit http://h3leadership.com to access the list and all the show notes. Thanks again to our partners for this episode: OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD – Join in on the Christmas shoebox campaign this fall! Operation Christmas Child has been reaching millions of children each year with the good news of Jesus Christ through simple shoebox gifts. Get involved at http://samaritanspurse.org/OCC. Even in the hardest to reach places of the world, churches are being planted and communities are transformed. You can pack a shoebox this year and reach a child with the good news of Jesus. National Collection Week is November 17-24. Build your shoebox and find everything you need to get started by visiting http://samaritanspurse.org/OCC. And FOSTER THE CITY – Foster the City was launched out of Echo Church in CA, and now over 350 churches are raising up Foster Families and Support Teams to take on the thousands of kids needing a foster family. Learn more at http://fosterthecity.org. Working towards a day when there will be a waiting list of churches instead of a waiting list of children in need of a home. Foster the City believes there is a church for every child. Learn how you and your church can partner and get involved at http://fosterthecity.org.

Fearless with Cissie Graham Lynch
Running to the Fire, with Ken Isaacs

Fearless with Cissie Graham Lynch

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2025 51:49


For over 30 years, Ken Isaacs has (literally) run into the fires of war, genocide, and natural disaster around the world. Serving with Samaritan's Purse alongside my dad, Ken has seen and experienced evil so total, contrasted by miracles that have no explanation outside of the hand of God. Today on Fearless Ken shares the heart behind his new book—Running to the Fire—plus what led him to a life spent serving the Lord and going where God has called, even when there are no roads. From witnessing genocide in Rwanda to negotiating with warlords in Afghanistan, Ken talks about some of the experiences that have shaped a life spent saying yes to God. But in addition to those unbelievable stories, Ken also shares the childhood experiences that prepared his heart for a life spent on mission, the struggles missionary families often face, and why he's never afraid to lead with the Gospel, even in the most hostile of environments. Ken's life of obedience should inspire each of us to trust God and His timing, whether we're called to serve across the world or simply across the hallway of our own homes. Find Ken's new book here: https://www.amazon.com/Running-Fire-Helping-Jesus-Name/dp/083078845X. 

BACKSTAGE WITH THE SIMPLE CHURCH
Wess Stafford of Compassion International

BACKSTAGE WITH THE SIMPLE CHURCH

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2025 36:56


We're off this week, but wanted to share an interview from 2018 with former Compassion International CEO Wess Stafford.  We were honored to host Dr. Wess Stafford in 2018 to talk about his work at Compassion International and what a difference child sponsorship can make. We encourage everyone to check out www.Compassion.com as well as Africa New Life, where the Simple Church partners to sponsor kids in Rwanda (https://www.africanewlife.org). We'll be back next week live, join us each Monday on Facebook Live at 3:30 pm via The Simple Church Facebook Page to ask your questions in real time.    LINKS FROM THE EPISODE Wess Stafford Video Dustin Nickerson Tickets  Download The Simple Church App   If you have feedback for the podcast, have a guest suggestion, or just want to talk to Evan, e-mail Evan@thesimplechurch.tv.  You can also find out more about the Simple Church at www.theSimpleChurch.tv.    

The Jesuit Border Podcast
S9E2: “Using Your Experience” with Sr. Erin McDonald, CSJ, co-host of the Beyond the Habit podcast

The Jesuit Border Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2025 39:14


We are delighted to welcome Sr. Erin McDonald, CSJ, who is the co-host of the Beyond the Habit podcast. Sr. Erin is a Sister of St. Joseph and is currently working in young adult ministry. She also has an extensive background accompanying refugees and asylum seekers. Before entering religious life, she set off for a refugee camp in Rwanda to work for Jesuit Refugee Services. Building on that experience, Sr. Erin later worked in refugee resettlement in Cleveland and case management for asylum seekers in Detroit. She expresses her deep concerns about the direction our country has moved on receiving migrants, and she shares a couple of powerful stories from her experience.Brian and Joe talk about how migrants they have met used their own past experiences, much like Sr. Erin, to help people in need around them. Joe shares the story of Manoucheca, a young mom from Haiti who speaks fluent Spanish and has a medical background. She immediately stepped up when fellow Haitian asylum seekers needed translation and medical help. Brian talks about our friend Isis, who is being held in detention in Michigan. Isis has struggled emotionally, so Brian wrote him a letter encouraging him to use his experience living in the migrant shelter to be a light for others amid the darkness of detention.

Radio foot internationale
Mondial: qui décrochera les 3 derniers billets africains ?

Radio foot internationale

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2025 48:30


Radio Foot, deux émissions en direct aujourd'hui 16h10-21h10 T.U. Au sommaire : Éliminatoires CDM 2026, encore 3 trois tickets à distribuer pour le voyage direct en Amérique. Le Cap vert en apothéose ! ; Matches du jour : suspense dans le groupe C où trois nations peuvent encore passer. Le Bénin peut-il battre le Nigeria sur ses terres ? ; Les Bleus freinés en Islande.    Éliminatoires CDM 2026, encore 3 tickets à distribuer pour le voyage direct en Amérique. Le Cap vert en apothéose ! L'ultime match remporté face à l'Eswatini envoie les Requins bleus en phase finale. Une 1ère pour l'archipel, plus petit pays en superficie à se qualifier pour un Mondial, une nation qui profite de l'élargissement de la compétition à 48 équipes. Que valent ces Bleus ? Le Cameroun, décevant à domicile, n'a pas pu faire la différence contre l'Angola. Les Indomptables devront attendre la fin des matches pour savoir s'ils rejoindront de fastidieux barrages. Matches du jour : suspense dans le groupe C où 3 nations peuvent encore passer. Le Bénin peut-il battre le Nigeria sur ses terres ? Une victoire ouvrirait aux Guépards les portes du tournoi. Un faux pas pourrait favoriser les Bafana Bafana, qui doivent s'imposer (nettement) face au Rwanda. - Groupe F: les Ivoiriens doivent finir le travail contre le Kenya. Dans le même temps le Gabon accueille le Burundi, avant-dernier. Les Panthères évolueront sans P-E Aubameyang. - Groupe B, le Sénégal y est presque. Les Lions reçoivent la Mauritanie pour un derby. Le 12e Gaïndé rendra un hommage à Sadio Mané à Diamniadio. La RDC affronte le Soudan à Kinshasa, pour verrouiller sa deuxième place ? Les Bleus freinés en Islande. Un coup d'arrêt pour une sélection très remaniée, mais pas vraiment d'équipe B, et une défense coupable sur le but islandais de l'égalisation. Voyage à blanc pour Pavard, pourquoi le convoquer ? Devant, Michael Olise décevant. Pas de Mbappé pour trouver la solution ? Pas de qualification pour l'instant puisque l'Ukraine a battu l'Azerbaïdjan. Avec : Annie Gasnier | Dominique Sévérac, Antoine Grognet, Nabil Djellit et Philippe Doucet | Technique/Réalisation : Guillaume Buffet - David Fintzel / Pierre Guérin.

Radio Foot Internationale
Mondial: qui décrochera les 3 derniers billets africains ?

Radio Foot Internationale

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2025 48:30


Radio Foot, deux émissions en direct aujourd'hui 16h10-21h10 T.U. Au sommaire : Éliminatoires CDM 2026, encore 3 trois tickets à distribuer pour le voyage direct en Amérique. Le Cap vert en apothéose ! ; Matches du jour : suspense dans le groupe C où trois nations peuvent encore passer. Le Bénin peut-il battre le Nigeria sur ses terres ? ; Les Bleus freinés en Islande.    Éliminatoires CDM 2026, encore 3 tickets à distribuer pour le voyage direct en Amérique. Le Cap vert en apothéose ! L'ultime match remporté face à l'Eswatini envoie les Requins bleus en phase finale. Une 1ère pour l'archipel, plus petit pays en superficie à se qualifier pour un Mondial, une nation qui profite de l'élargissement de la compétition à 48 équipes. Que valent ces Bleus ? Le Cameroun, décevant à domicile, n'a pas pu faire la différence contre l'Angola. Les Indomptables devront attendre la fin des matches pour savoir s'ils rejoindront de fastidieux barrages. Matches du jour : suspense dans le groupe C où 3 nations peuvent encore passer. Le Bénin peut-il battre le Nigeria sur ses terres ? Une victoire ouvrirait aux Guépards les portes du tournoi. Un faux pas pourrait favoriser les Bafana Bafana, qui doivent s'imposer (nettement) face au Rwanda. - Groupe F: les Ivoiriens doivent finir le travail contre le Kenya. Dans le même temps le Gabon accueille le Burundi, avant-dernier. Les Panthères évolueront sans P-E Aubameyang. - Groupe B, le Sénégal y est presque. Les Lions reçoivent la Mauritanie pour un derby. Le 12e Gaïndé rendra un hommage à Sadio Mané à Diamniadio. La RDC affronte le Soudan à Kinshasa, pour verrouiller sa deuxième place ? Les Bleus freinés en Islande. Un coup d'arrêt pour une sélection très remaniée, mais pas vraiment d'équipe B, et une défense coupable sur le but islandais de l'égalisation. Voyage à blanc pour Pavard, pourquoi le convoquer ? Devant, Michael Olise décevant. Pas de Mbappé pour trouver la solution ? Pas de qualification pour l'instant puisque l'Ukraine a battu l'Azerbaïdjan. Avec : Annie Gasnier | Dominique Sévérac, Antoine Grognet, Nabil Djellit et Philippe Doucet | Technique/Réalisation : Guillaume Buffet - David Fintzel / Pierre Guérin.

Best of Kfm Mornings with Darren, Sherlin & Sibs
Kfm Mornings Full Show: Will we make it to the Soccer World Cup?

Best of Kfm Mornings with Darren, Sherlin & Sibs

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2025 74:13 Transcription Available


Are you really helping with your child's school project, or are you actually doing the entire thing? In this hilarious and relatable episode, the KFM morning crew dives into the art of "parental assistance" when it comes to those dreaded school assignments. The hosts share their own experiences of "mentoring" their children through projects about tigers, ostriches, and volcanoes—while confessing that sometimes the best work in their portfolios might have actually been their parents' creations. Between cutting, pasting, and making sure it's "in your child's handwriting," they explore the fine line between helping and taking over. Takeaways:• Many schools are moving away from homework altogether, recognizing kids need time to play and be kids• Tonight is a crucial night for South African football as they face Rwanda in a must-win game• Having a name that appears in pop culture means endless jokes and references throughout your lifeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our Daily Bread Podcast | Our Daily Bread

Canada and the island of Saint Lucia celebrate a Thanksgiving holiday in October. Liberia sets aside a day for giving thanks at the beginning of November, while the US and Australia mark the annual holiday at the end of the month. Other countries, including the United Kingdom, Brazil, Rwanda, and the Philippines, have unofficial days to foster gratitude. There’s something powerful about a nation collectively expressing gratitude. It’s a picture we see when King David assembled the nation of Israel to give thanks to God for His presence, protection, and promises. The celebration marked the return of the “ark of God” (1 Chronicles 16:1). The people rejoiced that the ark, a symbol of God’s presence with them, was in Jerusalem. As David led Israel in praise, he reminded them of God’s protection as the nation conquered the land of Canaan (vv.18-22) and celebrated God’s faithfulness to fulfill His promises (v. 15). If you celebrate a Thanksgiving holiday with friends and family, consider making it a gratitude gathering and reflecting together on the ways you’ve experienced God’s presence, protection, and promises over the past year. Whether or not you live in a country that officially celebrates Thanksgiving, each of us can take time to express gratitude to the “Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever” (v. 34).

Live Slow Ride Fast Podcast
WK Gravel nabeschouwing

Live Slow Ride Fast Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2025 102:00


Laurens en Stefan gaan verder. Plaats van handeling: Bajes. Met live publiek! En Tibor Del Grosso achter de mic. Wat een heerlijk avondje. En natuurlijk genoeg te bespreken: over WK gravel natuurlij. Traumaverwerking rond de zaterdagkoers en het hele verhaal van Fritsie Biesterbos én natuurlijk dat van Florian Vermeersch. Wereldkampioen Florian Vermeersch that is! Beide worden even ingebeld - beide genieten.En hoe zat het ook alweer met de bochtentechniek van Florian volgens Florian en volgens Frits? Je hoort het allemaal, in weer een nieuwe aflevering van de Live Slow Ride Fast podcast.Gebruik maken van de knalaanbieding van Kwaremont voor de IPA?! Tot en met zondag 25% korting op de IPA! Ga naar https://kwaremont.shop/product/kwaremont-ipa-6-stuks/

The Long  Form with Sanny Ntayombya
Are Birth Control Pills REALLY Causing Brain Tumors? Rwanda's First Female Neurosurgeon Speaks Out

The Long Form with Sanny Ntayombya

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2025 125:49


Dr. Claire Karekezi is Rwanda's first female neurosurgeon — one of just seven neurosurgeons serving over 14 million people. In this compelling episode of The Long Form Podcast, she opens up about the life-and-death pressure inside the operating room, the leading causes of brain trauma in Rwanda, the role of AI and robotics in African medicine, and what it takes to keep your brain healthy. From treating stroke and accident victims to mentoring young doctors, Dr. Karekezi's journey is a story of brilliance, resilience, and purpose.

On the Brink with Andi Simon
Peace Through Business Webinar #2

On the Brink with Andi Simon

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 30:26


Peace Through Business: How Women in Rwanda and Afghanistan Are Rebuilding Nations Through Entrepreneurship In this special episode of On the Brink with Andi Simon, I continue our series spotlighting Peace Through Business, a remarkable program empowering women entrepreneurs in Afghanistan, Rwanda, and beyond. The stories are profound, the impact undeniable, and the lessons universal: when women rise, entire nations begin to heal and prosper. As a corporate anthropologist and Blue Ocean Strategist, I want to remind us at the start: “When you invest in a woman entrepreneur, you invest in her family, her community, and her country's future.” This conversation brings together Monica Smiley, publisher of Enterprising Women Magazine; Chantal Munanayire, Peace Through Business Program Director for Rwanda, Uganda, Canada, and the UK; and Manisha Wafeq, who leads the Afghanistan initiative. Each share not only how the program works but how it transforms lives — economically, socially, and spiritually. Creating Peace Through Business When Enterprising Women Foundation assumed stewardship of Peace Through Business in 2024, it became the natural extension of its mission to empower women globally. Monica Smiley explains that Enterprising Women began 25 years ago as a publication to celebrate women entrepreneurs but soon evolved into a global movement. “About 12 years ago,” she recalls, “we launched the Enterprising Women Foundation to mentor girls in underserved communities across 30 U.S. cities. Then, by inheriting the Peace Through Business program, we broadened our mission — from helping American women entrepreneurs to supporting women rebuilding countries after conflict.” Originally founded by Dr. Terry Neese at the request of former First Lady Laura Bush, the Peace Through Business program provides an intensive education in entrepreneurship, leadership, and civic responsibility. It began in Afghanistan, where women were often excluded from public life, and expanded into Rwanda, a country rebuilding its social and economic fabric after the 1994 genocide. Monica remembers traveling to Rwanda in 2014 and again in 2018. “The transformation in just four years was stunning,” she says. “There were new hotels, a thriving convention center, and a new sense of hope. Women who once dreamed of a single business now run two or three. They are not waiting to be rescued — they are building the future themselves.” Chantal's Journey: From Survivor to Mentor Few embody that spirit more than Chantal Munanayire. A survivor of Rwanda's genocide, Chantal rebuilt her life — and her country — one business at a time. In 2009, she broke barriers by opening the first woman-owned car repair and paint shop in Kigali, the capital city. “When I began, I didn't even know what a business plan was,” she says with a laugh. “I was passionate but directionless. Through Peace Through Business, I learned to plan, to lead, and to see my company as separate from myself. That gave me freedom — and power.” Today, Chantal runs the program across several countries and has mentored hundreds of women. “The women who come to us are determined but often afraid,” she explains. “We teach them to turn that fear into focus. Once they succeed, they return to mentor others. That's how we build a sisterhood.” She shares stories of women who began as small vendors and now own supermarkets, or dairy farmers who built shopping centers. “When one woman thrives, she brings ten others along,” Chantal says. “That's how you build a country.” Education, Mentorship, and Advocacy Peace Through Business unfolds in three powerful stages: Education– Ten weeks of in-country classes covering marketing, finance, leadership, and business planning. Leadership Development– A cultural and professional exchange in the U.S., where top graduates attend the Enterprising Women Conference to meet mentors and global leaders. Pay It Forward– Graduates return home to mentor others, advocate for policy reform, and expand the reach of women in leadership. As Manisha Wafeq explains, “This is not a one-week seminar. It's a life-changing journey. Our women become educators, activists, and community builders. They learn that business is not only about profit — it's about peace. And after they graduate, they pay their knowledge forward to other women and join our alumni association.” A Call to Action: Supporting Women Who Change the World The episode closes with a powerful reflection from Monica and Andi: sustainable change requires participation. The program's impact depends on mentorship, funding, and global awareness. “This is a Blue Ocean in action,” says Andi Simon. “These women are not competing in crowded markets. They're creating new ones — new industries, new opportunities, new futures.” Monica adds, “We've given the Enterprising Women of the Year award to one Afghan and one Rwandan woman annually for nearly two decades. Seeing them stand on stage in front of hundreds of cheering peers brings me to tears every time. But we need more hands and hearts to keep the program thriving.” Every contribution — financial or personal — helps sustain the work. Donations go directly to scholarships, training, and travel for participants. Mentors provide guidance and connection, bridging continents through compassion and shared purpose. To learn more or contribute, visit EnterprisingWomenFoundation.org. Why These Stories Matter For Andi Simon, this episode isn't just another interview — it's a reflection of what anthropology teaches us about change: that transformation begins when people reimagine what's possible. “Change happens,” Andi concludes, “when we stop waiting for permission and start creating possibilities. These women are doing exactly that. They're rewriting the story of what it means to lead, to heal, and to build peace through business.” Listen in to our YouTube Video:

Armchair Explorer
JANE GOODALL SPECIAL: Trekking with Chimpanzees and Mountain Gorillas

Armchair Explorer

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 38:46


Today, we're sharing a special episode honouring a true explorer who we lost last week.  Dr. Jane Goodall was a pioneering primatologist, and conservationist best known for her groundbreaking work with wild chimpanzees in Tanzania. With no formal scientific training at the time, she began observing chimpanzees in 1960 and soon made discoveries that redefined our understanding of animals — including tool use, emotional depth, and complex social behavior. Over her lifetime, she became a global icon for wildlife conservation and animal welfare, and her work continues to inspire millions to protect the planet and live in harmony with nature. Unfortunately, we were never able to get Jane on the show – that would have been a dream come true! So, it's not an episode directly about her. But it does raise some themes that were inspired and borne from the work she did … and it does feature chimpanzees, as well as Mountain Gorillas, who as primates are our distant ancestors too.  Today, we're going to follow Praveen Moman, one of the world's leading primate conservationists, into the Virunga Mountains of Rwanda in search of the critically endangered mountain gorilla, and to the Kyambura Gorge, in Uganda, in search of a lost troop of Chimpanzees. Seeing mountain gorillas, or chimpanzees in the wild is one of the rarest and most inspiring wildlife experiences on the planet. There is an immediate bond, a sense of connection. And what we'll discover is, when you look a mountain gorilla in the eye, you see yourself reflected back. Highlights include: - Trekking in the Virunga Mountains of Rwanda in search of the critically endangered mountain gorilla - Hearing what it feels like to sit quietly among the troop, as babies come curiously up to explore, and the 400lb male silverback brushes past   - Walking into the Kyambura Gorge as the lost troop of Chimpanzees comes down from the canopy and surrounds you on all sides - Being inspired by Praveen's story, a refugee of Uganda who returned to his beloved homeland to help rebuild one of the most war-torn regions on the planet   FIND OUT MORE Janegoodall.org volcanoessafaris.com  gorillafund.org   FOLLOW US: Instagram: ⁠@armchairexplorerpodcast⁠Facebook: ⁠@armchairexplorerpodcast⁠Newsletter: ⁠armchair-explorer.com⁠ PODCAST RECOMMENDATION Check out the Smart Travel Podcast: This week's show is supported by the new Smart Travel Podcast. Travel smarter — and spend less — with help from NerdWallet. Check out Smart Travel here.  CREDITS Armchair Explorer is produced by ⁠Armchair Productions⁠. Aaron Millar wrote and presented the show, Charles Tyrie did the audio editing and sound design. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Visionary Family
My Husband Won't Lead

Visionary Family

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 21:40


What can you do when your husband isn't leading spiritually—or is constantly away for work? In this special Q&A episode of Family Vision, Rob and Amy Rienow respond to two heartfelt questions from wives facing these exact challenges. With honesty, biblical insight, and practical encouragement, Rob and Amy share how God helped them break unhealthy patterns in their own marriage and offer hope for others walking a similar road. They also share a behind-the-scenes update on Visionary Family Ministries' growing mission around the world—and how you can be part of helping more families follow Jesus in 2026 and beyond. What You'll Learn in This Episode: - How to respond when your husband isn't spiritually leading - Why long-term travel can impact spiritual leadership in the home - The power of prayer, patience, and God's Word in difficult seasons - How to support your husband without enabling passivity Featured Resources: Prayers of Blessing Over Your Husband by Bruce Wilkinson 1 Peter 3 — Meditate on this passage daily as a wife Upcoming Events — Meet us in person at a Visionary Family Conference or special event. Full schedule: https://visionaryfam.com/events Visionary Family Mission: Rwanda — Help us equip pastors and families in Rwanda this fall. Learn more: https://visionaryfam.com/rwanda Support the 2026 Vision — Help us reach families across the globe through biblical teaching and discipleship. Give today: https://visionaryfam.com/family2026 Love this episode? We'd love to hear from you! Send questions or prayer requests to podcast@visionaryfam.com. You can also record a voice memo with your question—we may feature it on a future episode! If this episode encouraged you, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your review helps more families discover the show and grow in their faith. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube so you never miss an episode. Next Episode Preview: Next week, we hear directly from husbands asking tough questions about their wives. Don't miss this continuation of our honest Q&A series for couples and families.

The Cycling Podcast
S13 Ep143: Out of Africa

The Cycling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 77:35


The inaugural UCI road World Championships on the continent of Africa took place in Rwanda last week. Dominated - again - by Tadej Pogačar, the men's road race was widely dubbed ‘the hardest edition ever', but was it really? Team USA's Larry Warbasse joins Daniel Friebe and Lionel Birnie to give his verdict and general impressions from Kigali.  We also solve the mystery of Nauru's first ever World Championship entrant - who didn't make it to the start-line. In addition, we pay tribute to two influential figures in the cycling media who have passed away in recent days, and look forward to the European Championship road race at the weekend.  OUR SPONSORS, LLOYDS The Cycling Podcast is proudly supported by Lloyds. Last year, Lloyds began a multi-year partnership with British Cycling, which includes becoming  title sponsors of the Lloyds Tour of Britain races for men and women. Lloyds also sponsors the Great Britain team and National Championships across a range of disciplines – road racing, track cycling, mountain biking, BMX and cyclo-cross. Thanks to sponsorship from Lloyds, The Cycling Podcast covered the Lloyds Tour of Britain Men with daily episodes for the first time. EPISODE SPONSORS NordVPN Get NordVPN two-year plan + four months extra ➼ https://nordvpn.com/tcp It's risk-free with Nord's 30-day money-back guarantee Calm Calm has an exclusive offer for listeners of The Cycling Podcast. Get 40% off a Calm premium subscription ➼ https://calm.com/cycle Follow us on social media: Twitter @cycling_podcast Instagram @thecyclingpodcast Friends of the Podcast Sign up as a Friend of the Podcast at thecyclingpodcast.com to listen to new special episodes every month plus a back catalogue of more than 300 exclusive episodes. The 11.01 Cappuccino Our regular email newsletter is now on Substack. Subscribe here for frothy, full-fat updates to enjoy any time (as long as it's after 11am). The Cannibal & Badger Friends of the Podcast can join the discussion at our new virtual pub, The Cannibal & Badger. A friendly forum to talk about cycling and the podcast. Log in to your Friends of the Podcast account to join in. The Cycling Podcast is on Strava The Cycling Podcast was founded in 2013 by Richard Moore, Daniel Friebe and Lionel Birnie.

Le Batard & Friends Network
NPDS - Kawhi Leonard FINALLY addresses "Clickbait" Pablo Torre's findings! Steve Cohen and David Stearns have a plan! (Episode 1357 Hour 2)

Le Batard & Friends Network

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 53:29


Let's dive back into this Kawhi Leonard story. Pablo Torre continues to uncover even more details from this Steve Ballmer, Aspiration, Clippers, Kawhi story. It never seems to end! But now Kawhi had to answer some media questions. (19:30) The Clippers weren't done yet. A new patch deal with Rwanda? Huh? (25:10) Steve Cohen finally tweeted. What a guy. What an owner. Then we had David Stearns talk about the Mets season. And sorry Mets fans, but Carlos Mendoza is coming back. (37:30) Dolphins got a win. But, they lost Tyreek Hill, for likely a long time. Devastating injury. (44:30) NPPOD. (46:30) LeBron James met with media yesterday. Is this it for him? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nothing Personal with David Samson
Kawhi Leonard FINALLY addresses "Clickbait" Pablo Torre's findings! Steve Cohen and David Stearns have a plan! (Episode 1357 Hour 2)

Nothing Personal with David Samson

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 53:29


Let's dive back into this Kawhi Leonard story. Pablo Torre continues to uncover even more details from this Steve Ballmer, Aspiration, Clippers, Kawhi story. It never seems to end! But now Kawhi had to answer some media questions. (19:30) The Clippers weren't done yet. A new patch deal with Rwanda? Huh? (25:10) Steve Cohen finally tweeted. What a guy. What an owner. Then we had David Stearns talk about the Mets season. And sorry Mets fans, but Carlos Mendoza is coming back. (37:30) Dolphins got a win. But, they lost Tyreek Hill, for likely a long time. Devastating injury. (44:30) NPPOD. (46:30) LeBron James met with media yesterday. Is this it for him? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices