Podcast appearances and mentions of Sierra Leone

Alors que les chefs d'état-major des pays membres de la Cédéao doivent achever leur sommet vendredi 27 février à Freetown, en Sierra Leone, qu'en est-il de la lutte antiterroriste sur Internet ? Le recrutement de combattants se fait aussi en ligne, tout comme une bonne partie des activités criminelles, et l'intelligence artificielle, qui continue de se développer, apporte aussi son lot de difficultés pour les services de sécurité du continent. Comment les États africains se préparent-ils à cette lutte numérique ? Notre grand invité Afrique est l'Ivoirien Franck Kié, expert en cybersécurité et commissaire général du salon Cyber Africa Forum. Il répond aux questions de Sidy Yansané.    RFI :  Récemment, le chef du Bureau de cyberdéfense des forces armées de votre pays, la Côte d'Ivoire, affirmait que « les terroristes sont omniprésents sur le web ». Vous qui êtes à la tête du Cyber Africa Forum depuis bientôt dix ans, vous diriez que les États prennent enfin conscience du phénomène ? Franck Kié : Les États africains, en particulier depuis quelques années, se rendent compte de l'importance du phénomène qu'est la cybercriminalité et tous les risques liés à la cybersécurité de façon générale. Néanmoins, certains exemples très récents nous démontrent qu'il y a encore une marge de manœuvre assez importante en termes de mise en œuvre d'actions pour pouvoir être pleinement efficace et opérationnelle sur ce volet-là. Même si aujourd'hui on a de plus en plus d'information et de plus en plus de sensibilisation, des acteurs publics et privés tendent encore à penser, surtout en Afrique, que cette menace est encore assez éloignée d'eux. Au-delà de ça, il faut aussi continuer dans la formation du capital humain et puis surtout investir dans les infrastructures qui nous permettront de nous défendre. Au cours des dernières années, l'Afrique a quand même fait un bond qualitatif assez important sur le volet de la gouvernance, avec la mise en place dans plusieurs pays africains d'agences nationales de la sécurité des systèmes d'informations, d'agences de protection des données à caractère personnel et la régulation aussi qui les accompagne, avec des lois de lutte contre la cybercriminalité. Pour la cybersécurité, il faut maintenant aller encore un peu plus loin sur les autres volets cités précédemment. Quelle est votre analyse plus poussée sur l'état actuel de la lutte contre le terrorisme en ligne dans la sous-région ? Le biais numérique devient aujourd'hui un vecteur pour les crimes et les actions malveillantes. Donc, il faut accroître encore plus la surveillance. On peut voir qu'à travers la propagation des fake news, il y a un vrai aspect de lutte informationnelle sur le volet numérique. En plus de ça, avec l'émergence et la démocratisation de l'intelligence artificielle, on a un risque encore plus accru car ça donne encore plus de moyens à ces criminels pour arriver à leurs fins. Il y a aussi une filière qui, on le sait, est difficile à surveiller : celle de l'argent mobile. Les Africains sont champions mondiaux de l'emploi d'argent numérique. Plus de la moitié des comptes dans le monde sont en Afrique. En 2024, les régions Ouest et Est pesaient à elles seules pour près de 1 000 milliards de dollars de transactions d'après la GSM Association. Comment préserver ce service, tout en repérant les transactions criminelles et terroristes ? Les États, en accord avec les régulateurs et les opérateurs de télécommunications qui opèrent en général ce type de solution, essaient de mettre en place de plus en plus de mesures qu'on appelle des KWC (Know Your Customer), qui permettent de savoir qui est derrière le compte pour avoir une certaine traçabilité derrière les transactions. Là aussi, il ne faut pas que des jeunes se fassent instrumentaliser et donner leur identité afin que des personnes mal intentionnées puissent faire des transferts d'argent à travers leurs comptes. On sait que ces recrutements se déroulent beaucoup sur les réseaux sociaux. Comment se passe la coopération entre les États et les plateformes, les sociétés numériques, notamment les Gafam - plus puissantes multinationales des technologies de l'information et de la communication - pour lutter contre le terrorisme en ligne ? La relation n'est pas forcément toujours évidente car ces Gafam aujourd'hui sont tellement puissants qu'ils peuvent décider de ne pas répondre à un État ouest-africain dont le PIB est inférieur à leur valorisation boursière. D'où la nécessité de coopération qui permettrait ensemble d'être un levier plus important face à ces opérateurs. Il y a toujours la question légitime de ces plateformes qui se demandent à quel moment il s'agit de terrorisme ou de cybercriminalité et à quel moment c'est plutôt une forme de restriction de la liberté d'expression. Un exemple : le président français Emmanuel Macron lui-même révélait avoir reçu il y a quelques mois un message d'un de ses homologues africains s'interrogeant sur l'authenticité d'une vidéo générée par l'IA parlant d'un coup d'État en France. La présidence française a demandé à Facebook de retirer cette vidéo, elle a reçu une réponse négative. Je crois me souvenir que l'entreprise n'avait même pas répondu. Si même un État comme la France, dans son rapport de force avec ces Gafam, peut avoir ce type de réponse, je vous laisse imaginer la difficulté pour des pays moins puissants économiquement.

On this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Philadelphia native Ernestine Johnson, whose story embodies the spirit of America's 250th anniversary. A first-generation American with roots in Sierra Leone, Ernestine shares how her family's experience with civil war and voter suppression shaped her deep appreciation for the right to vote and civic engagement. What started as working the polls in her community turned into a journey of political activism, running for office, and empowering other women to step up and lead. Ernestine opens up about the challenges of standing firm in her convictions, the personal costs of public engagement, and the importance of finding strength in numbers. She also offers practical advice for anyone hesitant to get involved: how to move from “yelling at the TV” to actually making a difference. This conversation is a powerful reminder that defending freedom doesn't require perfection — it requires courage. Sometimes your one small step, whether it's attending a meeting, supporting a candidate, or running for office, can become the step that inspires an entire community.

In 2008, the former President of Liberia, Charles Taylor, faced a courtroom in the Hague accused of war crimes.His trial would last more than three years at the UN-backed Special Court for Sierra Leone, and involve witness appearances by the supermodel Naomi Campbell and the Hollywood actress Mia Farrow.The 11 charges included rape, murder, violence and the use of child soldiers during the Sierra Leone civil war. It was claimed that Taylor traded in arms and ammunition in return for so-called blood diamonds.Chief prosecutor Brenda Hollis speaks to Jane Wilkinson about the trial which ended when Taylor was jailed for 50 years for aiding and abetting crimes against humanity. It's a story that includes descriptions of violence and sexual assault.Eye-witness accounts brought to life by archive. Witness History is for those fascinated by and curious about the past. We take you to the events that have shaped our world through the eyes of the people who were there. For nine minutes every day, we take you back in time and all over the world, to examine wars, coups, scientific discoveries, cultural moments and much more. Recent episodes explore everything from how the Excel spreadsheet was developed, the creation of cartoon rabbit Miffy and how the sound barrier was broken.We look at the lives of some of the most famous leaders, artists, scientists and personalities in history, including: the moment Reagan and Gorbachev met in Geneva, Haitian singer Emerante de Pradines' life and Omar Sharif's legendary movie entrance in Lawrence of Arabia.You can learn all about fascinating and surprising stories, like the invention of a stent which has saved lives around the world; the birth of the G7; and the meeting of Maldives' ministers underwater. We cover everything from World War Two and Cold War stories to Black History Month and our journeys into space.(Photo: Charles Taylor in court, 2010. Credit: Vincent Jannink/AFP via Getty Images)

The US is busy saber rattling all over the globe. On today's show guest host Norm Stockwell checks in with two anti-war activists, Medea Benjamin and Ann Wright, about what they're hearing on the ground in Venezuela and Cuba.  Wright says that activists should be tired right now from the burnout of protesting in the streets and visiting their congressional representative's offices. She says that it's important to travel to places like Cuba and Venezuela to see what the US government is actually perpetuating and how Venezuelans are saying “we hope you can control your own government and how it acts internationally.” She also describes how Venezuelans are responding to the US kidnapping of their head of state and the purposeful bombing of their communications and energy facilities.  They also discuss the situation in Cuba and Benjamin's latest article about US sanctions. Benjamin has covered the US's relationship with Iran and says that you don't have to like the Iranian government to oppose a US invasion. Polls show there's little support for such an action, but Israel continues to push for war with Iran. She describes how everyday people become the victims of US warfare. Note: This pledge drive interview was edited to remove parts of the show dedicated to station fundraising. We thank our listeners for their generous support. Medea Benjamin is a cofounder of both CODEPINK and the international human rights organization Global Exchange. She is the author of 11 books, including Drone Warfare: Killing by Remote Control, Kingdom of the Unjust: Behind the U.S.-Saudi Connection, Inside Iran: The Real History and Politics of the Islamic Republic of Iran and War in Ukraine: Making Sense of a Senseless Conflict, coauthored with Nicolas J.S. Davies. Her most recent book, coauthored with David Swanson, is NATO: What You Need to Know. Benjamin has been an advocate for social justice for more than 30 years. Ann Wright is a US Army/Army Reserves veteran, retired Colonel, and former US diplomat who resigned in March 2003 in opposition to the war on Iraq. She served in Nicaragua, Grenada, Somalia, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Sierra Leone, Micronesia and Mongolia. In December 2001 she was on the small team that reopened the US Embassy in Kabul, Afghanistan. She is the co-author of the book Dissent: Voices of Conscience. Featured image of protestors gathered in Times Square against the invasion of Venezuela and kidnapping of Nicolás Maduro by the U.S. via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 4.0). Did you enjoy this story? Your funding makes great, local journalism like this possible. Donate hereThe post From Venezuela to Cuba with Medea Benjamin and Ann Wright appeared first on WORT-FM 89.9.

Residents and students learn from others about original motivation, long-haul stamina, pearls and pitfalls of living in community, debt, vision for one’s next step to the nations, and helping the needy now tensioned with investing in education to help others later.

SUPPORT THE SHOW ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/lionsledbydonkeys A Sierra Leonean rebel group modeled after American West Side Gangsters and ripped out of their minds on drugs, kidnaps a patrol of British soldiers, sparking a rescue mission. Sources: Fowler, William (2004). Operation Barras: The SAS Rescue Mission: Sierra Leone 2000 Fremont-Barnes, Gregory (2009). Who Dares Wins: The SAS and the Iranian Embassy Siege 1980 Utas, Mats; Jörgel, Magnus (2008). "The West Side Boys: military navigation in the Sierra Leone civil war". Journal of Modern African Studies. Reno, William (February 2003), Political Networks in a Failing State The Roots and Future of Violent Conflict in Sierra Leone

From the sound collections of the Pitt Rivers Museum, University of Oxford, being from a collection of wax cylinder recordings of songs and spoken language made by anthropologist Northcote Thomas in Nigeria and Sierra Leone between 1909 and 1915.Recorded by Northcote Whitridge Thomas.Copyright Pitt Rivers Museum, University of Oxford.———Part of the project A Century of Sounds, reimagining 100 sounds covering 100 years from the collections of the Pitt Rivers Museum at the University of Oxford. Explore the full project at citiesandmemory.com/century-sounds

From the sound collections of the Pitt Rivers Museum, University of Oxford, being from a collection of wax cylinder recordings of songs and spoken language made by anthropologist Northcote Thomas in Nigeria and Sierra Leone between 1909 and 1915.Recorded by Northcote Whitridge Thomas.Copyright Pitt Rivers Museum, University of Oxford.———Part of the project A Century of Sounds, reimagining 100 sounds covering 100 years from the collections of the Pitt Rivers Museum at the University of Oxford. Explore the full project at citiesandmemory.com/century-sounds

Initiation into the Poro, or secret society, constitutes the rites of manhood for the Mende people in Sierra Leone. As a means to develop the emotional landscape of this piece, I sought to put myself in the shoes of initiates, attempting to capture their feelings of excitement and anticipation. I was particularly intrigued by the call-and-response singing between the leader and choir. This inspired me to resample the field recording into a looper/FX unit. I then re-recorded it playing forwards and backwards at varying speeds. Stitching several of these processed samples together into a new sonic tapestry helped to form the rhythmic backbone of this piece. Sounds from the Mende Poro flutter among an energetic and hypnotic drum beat. Psychedelic layers of rich, analogue synthesizer enhance the musicality of the field recording samples, bringing about a sense of wondrousness and mystique.Mende Poro song reimagined by Hellcat Sneer.———Part of the project A Century of Sounds, reimagining 100 sounds covering 100 years from the collections of the Pitt Rivers Museum at the University of Oxford. Explore the full project at citiesandmemory.com/century-sounds

From the sound collections of the Pitt Rivers Museum, University of Oxford, being from a collection of wax cylinder recordings of songs and spoken language made by anthropologist Northcote Thomas in Nigeria and Sierra Leone between 1909 and 1915.Recorded by Northcote Whitridge Thomas.Copyright Pitt Rivers Museum, University of Oxford.———Part of the project A Century of Sounds, reimagining 100 sounds covering 100 years from the collections of the Pitt Rivers Museum at the University of Oxford. Explore the full project at citiesandmemory.com/century-sounds

From the sound collections of the Pitt Rivers Museum, University of Oxford, being from a collection of wax cylinder recordings of songs and spoken language made by anthropologist Northcote Thomas in Nigeria and Sierra Leone between 1909 and 1915.Recorded by Northcote Whitridge Thomas.Copyright Pitt Rivers Museum, University of Oxford.———Part of the project A Century of Sounds, reimagining 100 sounds covering 100 years from the collections of the Pitt Rivers Museum at the University of Oxford. Explore the full project at citiesandmemory.com/century-sounds

Stephanie Gray is a respected Methodist Local Preacher, an enthusiastic member of her church, and an accomplished actor - she's also got a daughter who stepped away from her profession as a midwife, to spend some months doing voluntary work in a hospital in Freetown, Sierra Leone - and thanks to Mum Stephanie sharing daughter Pia's story, you too can listen to it here - plus another packed notice board - with all your Lent Lunch info!

In Sierra Leone, walking long distances is a part of everyday life. Children like 13-year-old Mohamed often walk miles to school, navigating steep hills and rocky terrain.

PTF & JK sit down to talk about budding 2026 Kentucky Derby contender Paladin fresh from his victory in the 2026 Risen Star Stakes at Fair Grounds over Chip Honcho and 2026 Lecomte Stakes winner Golden Tempo, earning a 93 Beyer Speed Figure with the win. PTF & JK discuss the potential path for Paladin, which appears to wind toward the 2026 Blue Grass Stakes at Keeneland in April, following in the path of former Chad Brown stars Zandon and Sierra Leone. They also discuss how Paladin currently ranks against others on the Kentucky Derby trail including Nearly, who recently won the 2026 Holy Bull Stakes at Gulfstream Park and is currently targeting the 2026 Florida Derby.

PTF & JK sit down to talk about budding 2026 Kentucky Derby contender Paladin fresh from his victory in the 2026 Risen Star Stakes at Fair Grounds over Chip Honcho and 2026 Lecomte Stakes winner Golden Tempo, earning a 93 Beyer Speed Figure with the win. PTF & JK discuss the potential path for Paladin, which appears to wind toward the 2026 Blue Grass Stakes at Keeneland in April, following in the path of former Chad Brown stars Zandon and Sierra Leone. They also discuss how Paladin currently ranks against others on the Kentucky Derby trail including Nearly, who recently won the 2026 Holy Bull Stakes at Gulfstream Park and is currently targeting the 2026 Florida Derby.

Have you longed to integrate your Christian faith into your patient care—on the mission field abroad, in your work in the US, and during your training? Are you not sure how to do this in a caring, ethical, sensitive, and relevant manner? This “working” session will explore the ethical basis for spiritual care and provide you with professional, timely, and proven practical methods to care for the whole person in the clinical setting. https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/qpah9kh1lttg6cm1jjop9/Bob-Mason-Ethics-of-Spiritual-Care-revised.pptx?rlkey=0emve2ja8282nv8xc4uinq1hg&st=9033htwx&dl=0

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow 15 Feb 2026 | Growgroup Discussion Starters One Story The Water from the Rock [Sierra Leone] Sermon (Num 20) Know K1 What story or moment from the trip stood out to you most — and why do you think it stayed with you? Grow G1 The butterfly became a picture of transformation — from darkness and heaviness at Bunce Island to signs of new life and hope. Where have you seen God bring transformation, either in your own life or in someone else's? G2 Clean water didn't just change health — it changed education, safety, dignity, and opportunity for entire villages. What does that teach us about how meeting practical needs can open the door for deeper spiritual transformation? G3 The story of the teenage girl at the Recovery Centre who saw her sisters murdered for organ harvesting and then escaped held both deep evil and deep hope — trauma and healing in the same place. How do we process stories like that without becoming overwhelmed, and what does it mean to believe God is still at work even there? G4 In John 5:2–9, Jesus asks the man at the pool, “Do you want to get well?” What do you make of the idea that God cares not only about our needs, but even our desires? How does that shape the way you pray? G5 In Numbers 20:1–13, Moses was told to speak to the rock but struck it instead, and God said he had not trusted Him enough. Where might God be asking you to trust Him in a new way — instead of relying on what has worked before? Show S1 What is one step of trust or obedience God may be nudging you toward right now — something that feels uncomfortable but could allow Him to bring transformation through you?

I. Introduction Welcome to the Victory Church podcast and Sunday worship gathering. Victory's mission: reaching the lost, restoring the broken, reviving believers.​ Joy and gratitude for being in God's house where worship, prayer, the Word, and fellowship occur.​ Emphasis that God's grace enabled people to be present, overcoming hindrances.​ II. The Nature and Purpose of Prayer Prayer and the Word as central priorities at Victory Church.​ Biblical commands to pray: “men ought always to pray,” “pray without ceasing,” “watch and pray,” “continue earnestly in prayer.”​ Clarification: prayer is not a religious ritual but a relational conversation with a loving Father.​ Prayer as sharing cares, dreams, concerns with God; Scripture as God sharing His thoughts and heart with us.​ III. Reactive vs. Proactive Prayer A. Reactive Prayer Definition: responding to events, crises, and immediate needs after they happen.​ Typical reactive requests: jobs, finances, housing, healing, family and school pressures.​ Affirmation: these needs matter to God; believers should cast all cares on Him.​ Problem: if this is the only kind of praying, discipleship and prayer life are out of alignment with God's best.​ B. Proactive Prayer Definition: creating or shaping situations by praying God's will in advance, not only reacting.​ Example from the Lord's Prayer: “Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven” as a proactive request.​ Goal: move believers beyond crisis-only praying into kingdom-focused, forward-looking prayer.​ IV. Acts 4 as a Model of Prayer A. Context of Acts 4 Acts as early church history, showing the Spirit-empowered beginnings of the church.​ Peter and John preaching, healing a crippled man, and provoking opposition from religious leaders.​ Authorities command them not to speak or teach in the name of Jesus.​ Connection to today: pressure in culture to silence biblical truth and the name of Jesus.​ B. The Disciples' Response They return “to their own” (the church, fellow believers) when threatened.​ Principle: where you turn in crisis reveals much about your heart.​ They share the report as a prayer request and turn immediately to corporate prayer.​ They pray in alignment with Scripture (Psalm 2) and God's will, not just emotions.​ C. Content of Their Prayer (Acts 4:24–31) Acknowledge God as Creator and Sovereign Lord over heaven and earth.​ Rehearse Scripture about nations raging and rulers opposing the Lord and His Christ.​ Interpret persecution as part of God's sovereign purpose in Christ's suffering.​ Reactive element: “Lord, look on their threats.”​ Proactive element: ask for boldness to speak the Word, and for God's hand to heal with signs and wonders in Jesus' name.​ Result: the place is shaken, all are filled with the Holy Spirit, and they speak God's Word with boldness.​ V. Praying with the Word and God's Will Call to pray not only from need or emotion but aligned with Scripture.​ Examples of praying Scripture over needs (provision, healing, emotional and spiritual needs, relationships).​ Recognition that God's will includes timing; believers must be sensitive and obedient.​ Emphasis: there is power when prayer and the Word are joined.​ VI. From Problem to Launching Pad Observation: in Acts 4, the crisis launches the church into deeper proactive prayer, not retreat.​ Instead of praying primarily for safety and comfort, they pray for greater boldness and impact.​ Application: believers today should ask God to use trials to produce testimony, messages, and greater influence for His glory.​ VII. Call to a Proactive Kingdom Focus A. For Truth and Witness in a Confused Culture Culture tolerates generic “god talk” but reacts strongly to the exclusive claims of Jesus.​ Expect opposition when living and speaking biblical truth, without being obnoxious or hypocritical.​ The church must stand firm on Scripture, not be shaped by social media or worldly opinions.​ B. For Local and Global Mission Victory Church's call: reach Providence and the nations through evangelism and missions.​ Example: missions trips (Kenya, Sierra Leone, Liberia) and conferences to strengthen pastors and churches.​ Appeal for proactive prayer for missions: bold preaching, anointing, signs and wonders, and lasting fruit.​ C. For Revival and Awakening Distinction: revival for the church (bringing believers back to life), awakening for the lost.​ Invitation to pray for souls, discipleship, anointing, revival in churches, and awakening in the nation.​ Desire to create cultures of discipleship, evangelism, missions, and deep engagement with Scripture.​ VIII. Illustrations of Proactive Prayer in History and Life Personal testimony: long season in temporary housing, choosing contentment and kingdom focus while trusting God's timing.​ Application of Matthew 6:33: prioritizing God's kingdom and righteousness, trusting Him to add needed things.​ Biblical example: Job praying for his friends and receiving double restoration.​ Historical examples: John Knox's burden “give me Scotland or I die” and its influence.​ David Brainerd's fervent prayer for Native Americans and resulting impact.​ William Tyndale's martyrdom for translating Scripture and the later spread of English Bibles.​ The Moravians' 100-year prayer meeting and remarkable missionary sending.​ IX. Practical Application and Invitation Challenge: move beyond “needs-only” praying to kingdom-centered, proactive prayer.​ Specific areas to pray proactively: personal walk, church, ministries, missions, national awakening, and social issues.​ Encouragement to stay for times of corporate prayer, lifting up pastors, leaders, and global work.​ Final appeal: cultivate a passion that cries, “Lord, give us souls, give us revival, use my life and this church for Your glory.”

Ricarda Wistuba ist Biologin und Tierpräparatorin am Zoologischen Forschungsmuseum Koenig in Bonn – und sie ist jemand, der sich nicht mit Theorie zufriedengibt. Ihre Forschung führt sie mitunter dorthin, wo die Natur noch weitgehend unerschlossen ist: in die Tiefen des Regenwalds, auf Baumwipfel-Plattformen, durch Sümpfe, Savannen und von Krisen gebeutelte Regionen. Immer auf der Suche nach neuen Erkenntnissen – und manchmal auch nach einem Ausweg.In dieser Folge berichtet sie von ihrem Einsatz in Sierra Leone, wo während einer Feldstudie zur Biodiversität plötzlich alles aus dem Ruder lief: Macheten, Misstrauen, kein Strom, kein Pass. Chaos. Und dann kommt auch noch Ebola. Und Ricarda ist mittendrin.Außerdem sprechen wir über:ihre Arbeit im Regenwalddach von Ghana, wo sie in einem außergewöhnlichen Forschungsprojekt auf Plattformen in den Baumkronen arbeitete,sowie über ihre Zeit im Pantanal, dem größten Binnenland-Feuchtgebiet der Erde in Brasilien, wo sie im Forschungsgebiet von Lydia Möcklinghoff unterwegs war – zwischen Tapiren, Capybaras, Jaguaren und natürlich Ameisenbären!Ein Gespräch über die Wirklichkeit wissenschaftlicher Feldforschung – voller Improvisation, Überraschungen und intensiver Naturerfahrungen.Link zu Ricardas Verein: https://sewingselfesteem.com/----------------------------------Redaktion & Postproduktion: Erik Lorenz----------------------------------Dieser Podcast wird auch durch unsere Hörerschaft ermöglicht. Wenn du gern zuhörst, kannst du dazu beitragen, dass unsere Show auch weiterhin besteht und regelmäßig erscheint. Zum Dank erhältst du Zugriff auf unseren werbefreien Feed und auf unsere Bonusfolgen. Diese Möglichkeiten zur Unterstützung bestehen:Weltwach Supporters Club bei Steady. Du kannst ihn auch direkt über Spotify ansteuern. Alternativ kannst du bei Apple Podcasts UnterstützerIn werden.----------------------------------WERBEPARTNERhttps://linktr.ee/weltwach Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Five Years Trapped With Her Cocaine Dealer with Gladys Seisay | The Hopeaholics PodcastIn this powerful episode of the Hopeaholics Podcast, Gladys Seisay shares her raw and unfiltered journey from growing up in Sierra Leone to navigating trauma, addiction, domestic violence, jail, and ultimately fighting her way back to freedom. What started as teenage rebellion turned into alcohol abuse, cocaine addiction, and a five-year abusive relationship that nearly cost her everything. Gladys opens up about losing her eyesight at seven, surviving sexual assault, being arrested instead of her abuser, and the spiritual moments that kept her alive in her darkest hours. This episode is a testament to resilience, faith, and the reality of how trauma and addiction intertwine. If you or someone you love is struggling, this conversation is proof that no matter how far you fall, recovery is possible. Her story highlights how unhealed pain can manifest in destructive cycles, but also how courage and self-awareness can break them. The vulnerability she brings to this conversation sheds light on the hidden layers of shame, manipulation, and trauma bonding that many people silently endure. Through honesty and reflection, Gladys shows what it truly takes to reclaim your voice and your power. This is more than a story about addiction — it's a story about survival, accountability, and hope.#thehopeaholics  #redemption #recovery #AlcoholAddiction #AddictionRecovery #wedorecover #SobrietyJourney #MyStory #Hope #wedorecover #treatmentcenter #natalieevamarieJoin our patreon to get access to an EXTRA EPISODE every week of ‘Off the Record', exclusive content, a thriving recovery community, and opportunities to be featured on the podcast. https://patreon.com/TheHopeaholics Go to www.Wolfpak.com today and support our sponsors. Don't forget to use code: HOPEAHOLICSPODCAST for 10% off!Follow the Hopeaholics on our Socials:https://www.instagram.com/thehopeaholics https://linktr.ee/thehopeaholicsBuy Merch: https://thehopeaholics.myshopify.comVisit our Treatment Centers: https://www.hopebythesea.comIf you or a loved one needs help, please call or text 949-615-8588. We have the resources to treat mental health and addiction. Sponsored by the Infiniti Group LLC:https://www.infinitigroupllc.com Timestamps:00:02:26 - Born in Sierra Leone00:04:54 - The Tennis Ball Accident (Loss of Sight)00:09:54 - Discovering Hidden Siblings00:12:38 - Crashing Her Mom's Car at 1800:13:02 - Sexual Assault During Blackout00:16:59 - Quitting Weed Cold Turkey00:19:59 - “Electric Cain” Alter Ego00:23:19 - Cocaine Changes Everything00:27:11 - Slapped in the Uber00:28:20 - Arrested Instead of Him00:29:58 - 40 Women in the Tank00:31:27 - Bible in Jail Moment00:34:43 - 52 Weeks of Domestic Violence Classes00:41:30 - Confessing Relapse on Final Class00:42:31 - Becoming “Crazier” to Escape

Those who hope to honor God and advance Jesus' Kingdom face powerful opposition from spiritual, physical, and psychological enemies. Successful launching and long term fruitfulness depends on recognizing and, in dependence on the Holy Spirit, waging war against those enemies.

Tucker Carlson has been making waves with his recent Middle East travels, including a trip to Jordan and an expected visit to Israel, where officials reportedly considered but ultimately rejected denying him entry to avoid diplomatic fallout, according to The Jerusalem Post and HaTzinor reports. In a new video from the region, Carlson highlighted what he described as oppression of Christians in Jerusalem by Israel, contrasting it with greater religious freedom for Christians in Jordan, where he interviewed local Christian leaders who praised Muslim-Christian harmony. He sharply criticized US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee for failing to defend Jerusalem's Christians and ignoring attacks on Palestinian Christians by Israeli settlers.This sparked a public feud, with Huckabee challenging Carlson on X to interview him directly instead of talking about him, and Carlson quickly agreeing, setting up what could be their first face-to-face since the spat began. Israel Hayom and the Jewish Telegraphic Agency note the exchange has deepened rifts in the conservative movement over Israel, antisemitism accusations, and Christian Zionism, with Huckabee questioning if Carlson hides any love for Jews.Earlier this week at the World Government Summit 2026 in Dubai, Carlson clashed heatedly with presidents of Botswana, Sierra Leone, and Zimbabwe in a viral session questioning the retreat of global democracy and selective international justice, as covered by The New Africa Channel. His Tucker Carlson Network continues to thrive with fresh episodes, including one with Rep. Tim Burchett on UFO secrecy and congressional insider trading, fueling debates on government trust. He's also on a national media tour featuring guests like Russell Brand and Marjorie Taylor Greene, while fundraising expands his subscription platform.Reactions split along ideological lines: conservatives hail him as a counter to mainstream media, while critics like Laura Loomer accuse him of pro-Islamic bias, and figures like Ted Cruz face his challenges on Israel support. These moves underscore Carlson's growing sway in right-wing politics amid ongoing ventures post-Fox News.Thanks for listening to the Tucker Carlson News Tracker podcast—please subscribe for more updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

It could be said that Jesus' message in Matthew 5:16-20 boils down to this: “Preach always – and, when you have to, use words.” Our guest preacher Spencer Bogle shares a fascinating sermon on the value and purpose of human life. Spencer is the director of a non-profit called the Water Project (https://thewaterproject.org). The organization partners with locally registered non-government organizations in Kenya, Uganda, and Sierra Leone to provide reliable, safe water for rural communities, schools, and healthcare facilities.

Tucker Carlson has been highly active on the international stage, headlining at the World Government Summit in Dubai earlier this week. India Today reports he joined hosts Geeta Mohan and Marya Shakil to discuss the transformation of global media, praising Russian President Vladimir Putin's leadership in building a cohesive multiracial society and expressing admiration for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as an impressive historical figure he hopes to interview soon. He criticized U.S. sanctions on Russia as absurd, pushing the country toward China and India, and highlighted risks of AI-driven propaganda while advocating engagement with Russia.At the same summit, DWS News covered Carlson clashing in a debate with the presidents of Botswana, Zimbabwe, and Sierra Leone on China's growing influence in Africa, U.S. foreign policy missteps, and Europe's declining role, positioning the next decade as potentially African-led.Back home, JTA reveals a brewing showdown as U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee, a former Fox colleague and evangelical Trump ally, agreed to an interview on Carlson's show after Carlson's recent video from Israel and Jordan accused him of ignoring Christian oppression there. Filmed amid raids on Christian sites and strikes in Gaza, the report urges American Christians to rethink Israel support, spotlighting Huckabee as a Christian Zionist failing Jerusalem's faithful. This feud underscores fractures in the conservative movement over antisemitism and Israel, with figures like Senator Ted Cruz and Ben Shapiro urging distance from Carlson, though he retains ties to Trump, JD Vance, and groups like Turning Point USA.On his Tucker Carlson Network, Podbean notes fresh episodes including one with Rep. Tim Burchett on UFO secrecy, congressional insider trading, and institutional distrust, fueling his subscription platform's growth through fundraising and patriotic investments. He's also launched a 16-day national media tour with guests like Russell Brand, Vivek Ramaswamy, Tulsi Gabbard, Kid Rock, Alex Jones, Marjorie Taylor Greene, and Donald Trump Jr., building his post-Fox empire amid debates on his pro-Islamic bias accusations from Laura Loomer.NPR discusses a new book, Hated By All The Right People by Jason Zengerle, exploring Carlson's far-right influence. Meanwhile, he's ditched Zyn nicotine pouches for his own Alp brand after claiming they funded Kamala Harris.These moves amplify Carlson's sway in media and politics, challenging establishment narratives while deepening divides.Thanks for listening to the Tucker Carlson News Tracker podcast—please subscribe for more updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

In Nigeria's commercial capital Lagos, authorities have demolished Makoko - the country's biggest informal waterfront settlement. The Lagos state government says some structures built beneath high-tension power lines pose a serious safety risk. But the scale of demolitions has left thousands of residents displaced and families say they were given little warning and no clear relocation plan. And in Sierra Leone, President Julius Maada Bio has announced January 18th as Remembrance Day for victims of the civil war. Between 1991 and 2002 the west African country's military alongside UN peacekeeping troops fought against rebel groups, resulting in the killing of thousands of people and displacement of more than half of Sierra Leone's population at the time.Presenter: Nkechi Ogbonna Producers: Bella Twine, Keikantse Shumba, Chiamaka Dike and Ayuba Iliya Technical Producer: David Nzau Senior Producer: Charles Gitonga Editors: Samuel Murunga and Maryam Abdalla

All Bones Considered: Laurel Hill Stories #083, part 3 Reverend John Komai, son of a Krahn chief, and his wife Julia Komai were prominent Liberians who fled their homeland during the 1989 coup, leaving behind their estate and enduring a perilous journey to Sierra Leone before resettling in the United States. John became a community leader for Liberian refugees in the U.S., working as a counselor and continuing efforts to support Liberian refugees. Julia was a political activist who had been jailed in 1979 for opposing human rights abuses and later served as Assistant Director of the African Unity Conference Center. Julia died in a car accident in 2004, and John survived but required lifelong care until his death in 2012.    

Medical missionaries often feel powerful emotional burden from moral injury, and it is a leading cause of departure from the mission field. But we have learned proven methods of preventing and dealing with moral injury. Use God’s powerful methods to protect yourself and your team, and to grow in wisdom and spirit!

The Gospel According to Job 2 Welcome to Gospel Rant! The book of job has unnerved, frightened and confused Christians for millennia. I wonder, maybe, just maybe, if we get the core message? You just may be surprised. We’ll talk about it. Welcome to Gospel Rant Podcast and DrBillSenyard YouTube channel. I am your host, Dr. Bill Senyard. We are free wherever you get good podcasts. Of course on YouTube as well, so please subscribe as always. One of the fastest ways you can help us grow it by leaving your comments below, thank you sincerely for that. Also thanks for making Gospel Rant podcast one of the top 10% podcasts in the world. We are #4 in St. Kitts and Nevis and #19 in Sierra Leone. Give me a shout out if you are from either (Bill@Gospel-App.com). Thanks for listening. We hope that it helps to regularly hear about God’s love that loves the unlovable, unloved, unlovely, unworthy and unlikely, and that’s all of us on any given day if we were just a little bit honest. And now, it’s your turn…

Sierra Leone has deep reserves of resilience, and an ability to come together and overcome great obstacles embedded in its culture. To provide the kind of history that is all too often overlooked when reporting on current events on the African continent, we are encoring this Hip Deep episode, which explores the nation's past. When Sierra Leone gained independence in 1961, Freetown swayed to the beguiling, breezy lilt of palm wine guitar and danced to the funky pop of Geraldo Pino and the Heartbeats. Once a center of the trans-Atlantic slave trade, Sierra Leone became an improbable amalgamation of indigenous peoples and repatriated Africans freed from slavery. Thirty years of political and economic disintegration led to a horrific civil war that claimed tens of thousands of victims and created a generation of maimed bodies and ruined lives between 1991 and 2002. A significant portion of the violence was internal, with community members and sometimes children taking up arms against each other. Following the conflict, efforts to restore peace included truth and reconciliation programs aimed at strengthening social ties. This episode profiles the inspiring story of Sierra Leone's Refugee All Stars, a band formed in war-era refugee camps in Guinea. The band played a key role in giving citizens the courage to return home, and now, along with other young musicians in Freetown, attempt to pick up where others left off before the war. Produced by Simon Rentner with Wills Glasspiegel. APWW PGM #552 Originally broadcast in 2008

This episode is part 1 of our conversation about Jalla K. visiting Sierra Leone for the first time! Tap in and share your thoughts in the comment section.

Send us a textIn this special New Year episode of Soulful Conversations With Pearl, Pearl reflects on the start of 2026 and shares exciting updates on how she is responding to the real needs of high-achieving women who are seeking balance, harmony, and sustainable success.Pearl addresses the ongoing conversation around AI, reminding listeners that while technology can be a powerful tool, it should never replace genuine human support when it comes to coaching, mental health, or personal growth.

Send us a textThe smiling photos, the painted walls, the “we came to help” posts—so much of orphanage tourism looks uplifting on the surface. But pull on the thread and a harder truth emerges: when volunteers are the customers, children become the product. In this conversation with filmmaker and activist Barak Laub, we uncover how feel-good trips can fuel orphanage trafficking, why unqualified access to vulnerable kids creates real risk, and what ethical, effective alternatives actually look like.Barak shares how his film, Volunteers Needed, evolved from a carefree travel project into an investigation of a global industry that profits by separating children from families. We break down the mechanics of orphanage trafficking—force, fraud, and coercion; “paper” orphans; curated performances for donors; and weak oversight that keeps institutions funded while delaying family reunification. Along the way, we talk about the cultural and developmental harm of revolving-door visitors, the algorithms that sell volunteer placements to eager travelers, and the difficult cognitive dissonance donors face when good intentions meet bad outcomes.Most importantly, we map a better path. Learn how to spot red flags (pay-to-volunteer models, unsupervised access, lack of background checks) and seek green flags (qualified roles, strong child protection policies, family-based care goals). We share practical shifts—capacity building over short-term fixes, peer-to-peer professional exchanges, and funding community services that keep children with kin. We also explore the policy lever that could move the system: recognizing orphanage trafficking as a severe form of trafficking in persons to enable enforcement and accountability.If this topic challenges you, stay with it. Curiosity and courage change systems. Subscribe, share this episode with a friend who's considered voluntourism, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway or question. Your voice helps push this conversation—and the solutions—forward. ____Firmly Rooted - A new documentary on orphanage response - the right way!To view the released trailer and sizzle reel, go to https://firmlyrootedfilm.com/or to https://www.helpingchildrenworldwide.org__________ ____Organize a Rooted in Reality mission experience for your service club, church group, worship team, young adult or adult study. No travel required. Step into the shoes of people in extreme poverty in Sierra Leone, West Africa, Helping Children Worldwide takes you into a world where families are facing impossible choices every day.Contact support@helpingchildrenworldwide.org to discuss how. ___________Family Empowerment Advocates support the work of family empowerment experts at the Child Reintegration Centre, Sierra Leone.  Your small monthly donation,  prayers, attention & caring is essential. You  advocate for their work to help families bring themselves out of poverty, changing the course of children's lives and lifting up communities. joinSupport the showHelpingchildrenworldwide.org

In rural Sierra Leone, Sasa works endlessly to provide for her family.

Whether you’re a seasoned team member or preparing for your first trip, short-term mission trips have the potential to make a meaningful global impact. In this conversation, we’ll highlight five key principles that help ensure our efforts contribute to lasting, sustainable change in the communities we serve.

This episode originally aired on April 5th, 2022. In this hour, stories of learning from our elders. A mechanic, a teacher, a patriarchy-busting grandmother, and Star Wars in translation. This hour is hosted by regular Moth host Angelica Lindsey-Ali. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Ishmael Beah is separated from his beloved grandmother during the war in Sierra Leone. Rose Saia feels understood by her new 4th grade eacher.  Charlotte Mooney helps a man wandering on the highway.  Manuelito Wheeler wants to help preserve the Navajo language by dubbing Star Wars. Podcast # 759 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices