Podcast appearances and mentions of Sierra Leone

Dana Perino returns with her annual reading recap, sharing her must-read books of the year. The Co-Anchor of America's Newsroom reveals exciting news: her novel, Purple State, will be released in April 2026.    Plus, Dana reflects on her recent trip to Sierra Leone, where she worked with Mercy Ships, a nonprofit hospital ship providing medical care across West Africa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump is further restricting entry to America from key countries, including Sierra Leone. That's the national origin of the man who just stabbed a Bellevue cop. Angry men are using threats and violence to force boys into girls' spaces. Congressman Dan Newhouse announces his retirement. Proposed bill is a response to our whistleblower report. 

//The Wire//2300Z December 16, 2025////ROUTINE////BLUF: STABBING ATTACK STRIKES MOSCOW SCHOOL. TURKEY DOWNS UNIDENTIFIED DRONE OVER BLACK SEA. AMERICAN FORCES CONTINUE STAGING IN THE CARIBBEAN. WHITE HOUSE EXPANDS IMMIGRATION VISA RESTRICTIONS.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE----- -International Events-Russia: This morning a mass stabbing was reported at the Gorki-2 school just outside Moscow. The suspect has been identified as a 15-year-old by the name of Timofey K. (full last name unknown). One student was killed during the attack, and many others wounded.Turkey: Yesterday Turkish defense forces shot down an unidentified drone that was on a course to violate their airspace. F-16's were scrambled to intercept the drone over the Black Sea, and the decision was made to down the drone before it entered Turkish airspace, so that the debris would land in the Sea and not injure anyone on the ground. Analyst Comment: Turkey has not commented on which nation the drone was from, however the most likely culprit is probably Russia, as reports of rogue drones flying off course have been common lately. It's certainly possible it was an errant Ukrainian drone, however Russia is really the one who is famous for industrializing the use of long range drones during the war.Caribbean: Strikes have continued as American force posturing remains elevated throughout the region. Observers have noted the presence of 10x KC-135 tanker aircraft forward deployed to the Dominican Republic, adding to the growing list of forces being staged in the region. Analyst Comment: This afternoon President Trump announced on social media the formal implementation of a total blockade of sanctioned oil tankers within Venezuelan waters. This is a major escalation that will very likely result in the situation becoming more tense over the next few days.-HomeFront- Massachusetts: This afternoon a suspicious death was reported at the home of a high-ranking MIT professor. Nuno Loureiro, the director of the Plasma Science and Fusion Center at MIT was found dead in his home in Brookline. He was found deceased, with several gunshot wounds being the preliminary cause of death.Analyst Comment: Due to the Brown University shooting, it's likely that increased scrutiny will be placed on crimes that occur at universities or within the sphere of higher education in general. So far, not enough information is known on this murder case to discern what happened here. This could be a more routine murder, or it could be something else entirely, there's no way to know at the moment.Washington D.C. - This afternoon the White House announced a revision to the previously-implemented travel restrictions from High-Risk nations. The update now includes a total travel ban on Palestinians entering the US, along with adding partial restrictions to most of the continent of Africa. Laos and Sierra Leone have also moved up from partial restrictions to full restrictions.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: Mass stabbing attacks are rare in Russia, and this one was very disturbing even by western standards. The attacker recorded the attack by mounting his phone to his helmet, and took selfies with the victims after he stabbed them. Regarding motive for the attack, so far this looks like a classic 764/O9A situation. Going by the textbook, the US might classify this individual under the new category of terrorist, the "NVE" or Nihilistic Violent Extremist. This is a comparatively new class of terrorist which often displays strange and contradictory ideology.In this case, the main clue that this was a 764/O9A-style attack is the firearm that was recovered from the suspect's home after the attack. Phrases written in white paint pen on an all-black weapon are the calling card of both the 764 Network and the Order of Nine Angles. Both of these groups are infamous for

This week Ivy Slater, host of Her Success Story, chats with her guest, Michelle Jewsbury. The two talk about talk about transforming personal trauma into global advocacy, building educational opportunities for survivors in Sierra Leone and Ghana, and the challenges of leading a nonprofit devoted to empowering survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking. In this episode, we discuss: How Michelle Jewsbury transformed her personal experience surviving severe domestic violence into the founding of Unsilenced Voices, using settlement funds from her lawsuit to launch a nonprofit dedicated to empowering survivors globally. What inspired Michelle's international expansion—from bartending in Hollywood to establishing programs in Ghana, Sierra Leone, and Rwanda, where her organization now supports approximately 1,800 individuals across two villages. When Michelle recognized her calling to create broader impact, channeling her one-woman play about abuse into a published memoir and curating "Breaking the Silence," a collection of survivor stories addressing trauma, trafficking, addiction, and grief. Why persistence defines effective leadership—Michelle shares a powerful lesson from India: "It is not up to us to finish the project. It is up to us to start it," urging nonprofit leaders to overcome imposter syndrome. How Unsilenced Voices plans for sustainable growth, including building a dedicated school in Sierra Leone for vocational training, counseling, and medical support to break cycles of abuse and dependency.   Michelle Jewsbury, a dynamic force in transforming personal stories into powerful narratives, is the founder and CEO of Unsilenced Voices. With a mission to empower survivors of pain and trauma, Michelle has emerged as an internationally recognized speaker, coach, and advocate. Renowned for her expertise in translating adversity into business and personal success, she has graced stages across the globe. From sharing her journey of breaking the cycle of abuse, Michelle inspires individuals to transform their own stories into impactful narratives. As the driving force behind Unsilenced Voices, Michelle Jewsbury is dedicated to engaging business owners, entrepreneurs and organizations harness the transformative power of their stories. Website: https://unsilencedvoices.org/ Social Media Links: https://www.facebook.com/michelle.jewsbury https://www.facebook.com/unsilencevoices https://www.tiktok.com/@michellejewsbury?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc https://www.instagram.com/michellejewsbury/ https://www.instagram.com/unsilencedvoices/ https://twitter.com/mjewsbury https://twitter.com/unsilencevoices https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-jewsbury-5310953b/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/18824076/ https://www.youtube.com/@michellejewsbury    

Ladislas Maurice AKA the Wandering Investor travels globally to scout undervalued real estate and citizenship-by-investment opportunities, with a focus on emerging markets like Kenya, Sierra Leone, and Montenegro, often sharing detailed yield analyses and risk assessments. His Youtube channel and Instagram have grown incredibly popular by showing investment real estate opportunities around the world, from Buenos Aires to Nairobi.

Una banda di pirati ubriaca e pronta a far casino, una rapina iniziata male e finita peggio, un rapimento male architettato, una rissa tra pirati sfiorata. Tutti gli ingredienti perfetti per una storia assurda che ha visto come protagonista, nel 1719, William Snelgrave, che ha raccontato con dovizia di particolari il suo periodo di prigionia tra i pirati e, soprattutto, la sua grande avventura in Sierra Leone, tra paura e delirio!Diventa un supporter di questo podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/radio-pirata-storie-di-pirati--4335056/support.

The Battles of Lexington and Concord in April 1775, known as the "shot heard round the world," marked the first military engagements of the American Revolution. Ralph Waldo Emerson named it that because it launched revolutionary movements in Europe and beyond, marking it as a key moment in the fight for liberty and self-governance. But this moment was global in more ways than inspiring other nations. The quest for independence by the 13 North American colonies against British rule rapidly escalated into a worldwide conflict. The Patriots forged alliances with Britain’s key adversaries—France, Spain, and the Netherlands—securing covert arms supplies initially, which evolved into open warfare by 1779. French and Spanish naval campaigns in the Caribbean diverted British forces from North America to defend valuable sugar colonies, while American privateers disrupted British trade, bolstering the rebel economy. All of this international involvement was promoted by the Founding Fathers, because the Declaration of Independence was translated into French, Spanish, Dutch, and other languages and distributed by them across Europe to garner sympathy and support from nations like France and the Netherlands. Spain’s separate war against Britain in Florida and South America, alongside French efforts to spark uprisings in British-controlled India, further strained Britain’s ability to quash the rebellion. Post-independence, the consequences rippled globally: Britain and Spain tightened their grip on remaining colonies, Native American tribes faced heightened land encroachments due to the loss of British protections, and enslaved African Americans who fought for Britain, lured by promises of freedom, were relocated to Nova Scotia and later Sierra Leone. To explore this new framework of the Revolutionary War is today’s guest, Richard Bell, author of “The American Revolution and the Fate of the World.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

N4D is in conversation for a second time (check out previous short podcast at N4G Summit) with Madam Manty Tarawalli, Minister of State in the Office of the Vice President, discussing Sierra Leone's nutrition progress since joining the SUN Movement in 2012. An acknowledged leader in politics and development, the Honourable Minister is spearheading country-led initiatives to tackle malnutrition: “When you demonstrate leadership as a country by saying to partners, this is the approach you want to take and these are the reasons & expected outcomes you foresee, you get partners following that drive. Without that leadership you get confusion and people doing whatever they want to do,” she affirms.It seems to be paying off. Recent standout moments include:High-level political leadership with nutrition anchored in the Office of the Vice President;Integration of the SUN Secretariat with the Food Systems Coordination Unit for stronger multisectoral alignment;Introduction of national multisectoral nutrition budget lines (2026) and a new information management system to track investments;Expansion of home-grown school feeding to 270,000 children; andMajor nutrition gains: exclusive breastfeeding up from 31% (2012) to 50.9% (2023), stunting reduced from 33%(2012) to 25% (2024), and wasting down from 10.7% (2012) to 6.3% (2024).We also discuss key challenges—food insecurity, climate vulnerability, financing constraints—and why sustained investment and innovative financing mechanisms are critical for continued progress. SUN Movement support has been crucial, providing technical assistance and donor linkages. The Minister advocates for ring-fenced nutrition financing for poorer countries, risk guarantees to boost private sector growth, and multi-country projects to stimulate economic development. The discussion highlights the complexity of multisectoral nutrition efforts and the importance of coordination and tailored support.Please join the debate! Credits: Recorded edited and published by: N4D & Nutriat.coTheme tune: Saraweto, used with kind permission of Just East of Jazz© N4D Group 2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Tanzania, Independence Day protests stall following stern government warnings but questions over the country's human rights record remain.   And also, tragedy in an attempt to strike gold. We hear how unregulated and risky gold mines are cutting short the lives of school-going teenagers in Sierra Leone.   Presenter : Nkechi Ogbonna Producers: Bella Twine, Keikantse Shumba, Ayuba Iliya and Daniel Dadzie Technical Producer: Davis Mwasaru Senior Producer: Charles Gitonga Editors: Samuel Murunga and Maryam Abdalla

This session will examine key considerations for leaders, senders, and international travelers/workers in the areas of duty of care, risk assessment, contingency planning, security, and common pitfalls ("lessons learned") in international mission work.

Send us a textA center for indigenous birthing practices grew out of an expatriate's dream and was realized as a thriving hub for Indigenous midwives in Guatemala. The ground shifted when a model of local ownership and global alliance collided with personal greed. Executive Director Asia Blackwell unpacks the full arc: early wins rooted in trust, warning signs revealed by governance training and a whistleblower policy, and the moment when cultural respect had to face corrupt realities, overcome personal threats, retaliation, forged elections, missing funds, and state-backed intimidation. After a democratic vote unseated entrenched leaders, a wave of retaliation brought lawsuits, threats, violence, and a dramatic raid with arrests of innocents. Trusted allies hadn't founded a nonprofit. They created a private society they owned, a structural flaw they leveraged for personal gain, through corruption. Rather than surrender, the midwives pivoted, formed a new association and reopened within weeks, keeping mobile clinics running with minimal interruption—proof of resilience under pressure. The most powerful takeaway emerges from within Maya cosmology: leadership is a calling, and midwifery and administration are each their own gift. By separating clinical decision-making from administrative management—while keeping both local—the entire leadership and collaborative team aligned structure with values and protected what matters most: maternal and newborn health, Indigenous knowledge, and community sovereignty. Expect practical insights on equitable partnerships, accountable systems, language access in elections, and how to design governance that stands up to real-world stress. If this story moved you, subscribe, share with a friend who cares about global health and nonprofit governance, and leave a review to help others find the show. ____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. Give to a 25 year legacy - plant seeds of hope! ________Travel on International Mission, meet local leadership and work alongside them. Exchange knowledge, learn from one another and be open to personal transformation. Step into a 25 year long story of change for children in some of the poorest regions on Earth.https://www.helpingchildrenworldwide.org/mission-trips.html******Support the showHelpingchildrenworldwide.org

« Le Bénin a-t-il connu hier le coup d'État le plus court du monde ? », s'interroge Jeune Afrique. Peut-être bien… Car « une poignée d'heures seulement après que des militaires, casques vissés sur la tête et fusils d'assaut en bandoulière, sont apparus sur les écrans de la télévision nationale pour annoncer la destitution du président Patrice Talon, les autorités béninoises ont indiqué avoir repris le contrôle de la situation. "Notre pays a vécu aujourd'hui des évènements d'une gravité extrême", a reconnu hier soir le chef de l'État ». Les reporters du site d'information Banouto ont sillonné les rues de Cotonou en fin de journée. « Malgré quelques contrôles de sécurité constatés, les barrages de police et de l'armée et la présence visible de blindés à certains points stratégiques, la majorité des quartiers traversés conserve une atmosphère calme, constataient-ils alors. Aucun mouvement de panique, aucune agitation inhabituelle : la vie continue, simplement rythmée par les mesures sécuritaires renforcées d'un après-midi marqué par une tentative de déstabilisation déjouée ». Réaction rapide des autorités… Plus de peur que de mal donc. « Tentative de coup d'État au Bénin : 13 personnes arrêtées, le gouvernement réagit et rassure », titre La Nouvelle Tribune à Cotonou. « Selon des sources proches du gouvernement, 13 personnes (en effet) ont été arrêtées, précise le journal, dont 12 parmi celles qui ont pris d'assaut dans la matinée la chaine nationale Benin TV, et un ancien militaire, radié des effectifs ». On ne sait pas si le meneur des mutins, le lieutenant-colonel Pascal Tigri figurait parmi les personnes arrêtées. Les autorités légales sont rapidement intervenues pour expliquer et rassurer, donc : le ministre de l'Intérieur, Alassane Séidou, puis le président Talon, mais aussi, pointe encore La Nouvelle Tribune, nombre de personnalités politiques et religieuses, comme l'ancien président de l'Assemblée nationale, Adrien Houngbédji, ou encore l'archevêque de Cotonou. Commentaire du quotidien béninois : « ces différentes réactions traduisent une même volonté : empêcher toute remise en cause de l'ordre républicain et consolider la cohésion nationale. Si l'épisode a ravivé les inquiétudes, il a aussi montré une convergence d'appels à la responsabilité, à la vigilance et au respect des règles démocratiques ». … et de la Cédéao À noter, relève Le Monde Afrique, la réaction rapide de la Cédéao : la Cédéao qui « a annoncé dans la soirée avoir "ordonné le déploiement immédiat d'éléments de sa Force en attente" au Bénin – provenant du Nigeria, de la Sierra Leone, de la Côte d'Ivoire et du Ghana – afin de "préserver l'ordre constitutionnel". (…) Cette intervention, décidée en quelques heures, relève encore Le Monde Afrique, est la première de l'organisation régionale depuis 2017 en Gambie. En 2023, les États membres de l'organisation avaient menacé les putschistes au Niger de les déloger par les armes mais, divisés, ils avaient finalement renoncé à intervenir ». Dans le sillage des coups d'État au Mali, au Niger et au Burkina Faso ? Alors pourquoi ce coup de force ? D'après Le Point Afrique, « les mutins nourrissaient des griefs politiques contre le pouvoir en place, dénonçant une gouvernance qu'ils jugent excluante ». Pour sa part Jeune Afrique note que « la courte prise de parole du lieutenant-colonel Tigri a fortement résonné avec la rhétorique utilisée pour justifier les coups d'État menés par les militaires au pouvoir au Mali, au Niger et au Burkina Faso. Lui aussi a pointé "la dégradation de la situation sécuritaire" dans son pays et "la promotion à des grades supérieurs de certains militaires au détriment des plus méritants". Signe de cette proximité idéologique, plusieurs activistes proches de l'AES, l'Alliance des États du Sahel, ont publié, dès hier matin, des messages célébrant la tentative de putsch ». En effet, renchérit Ledjely en Guinée, « ce putsch manqué semble surtout calqué sur les dynamiques observées dans la sous-région, notamment au Burkina Faso et au Niger. Mais les putschistes ont ignoré un élément essentiel (…), relève le site guinéen : depuis 1990, le Bénin fait partie des rares nations de la sous-région à avoir assuré des transitions pacifiques à travers des scrutins relativement consensuels. On ne renverse pas un tel acquis avec une mise en scène improvisée. Il était illusoire d'espérer rallier l'armée autour d'un communiqué standardisé, copié-collé des discours entendus dans d'autres pays de la région ». Enfin, conclut Ledjely, « il était temps que cette sombre spirale se heurte à un mur. Et que la Cédéao y ait contribué n'est pas la moindre des satisfactions. »

Au Bénin, les putschistes ont été mis en échec, hier, avec l'aide du Nigeria voisin, qui a mené des frappes aériennes contre le camp militaire de Cotonou où ils s'étaient retranchés. Et dimanche soir, quatre pays de la Cédéao, l'organisation sous-régionale de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, ont annoncé qu'ils déployaient des troupes sur place pour protéger l'ordre constitutionnel. Est-ce à dire que, malgré la crise qu'elle traverse, la Cédéao n'est pas morte ? Gilles Yabi est le fondateur et le directeur exécutif du centre de réflexion citoyen Wathi. Il répond aux questions de Christophe Boisbouvier. RFI : « Je salue le sens du devoir de notre armée et de ses responsables qui sont restés républicains et loyaux », a dit Patrice Talon dimanche soir. Est-ce que, de fait, les mutins sont tombés sur un état-major qui est resté loyal au président de la République ? Gilles Yabi : Oui, à l'évidence, c'est un groupe de mutins qui ne semble pas avoir reçu de soutien d'une partie significative des forces armées béninoises. Et à partir de ce moment-là, on ne peut que saluer le fait qu'effectivement les forces armées soient restées loyales et aient contribué à faire échouer cette tentative qui reste assez mystérieuse. D'où ces images, dimanche soir à la télévision béninoise, avec le chef de l'État, aux côtés du chef de la Garde républicaine, pour bien montrer que cette unité stratégique était restée à ses côtés… Oui, tout à fait. Je pense qu'il s'agissait, pour le président Patrice Talon, déjà de montrer qu'il était sain et sauf, de montrer qu'il était aux commandes et de montrer effectivement le soutien de la hiérarchie militaire béninoise dans cette épreuve, qui est sans doute sans précédent au Bénin. Est-ce que le rejet de la candidature du principal parti d'opposition à la présidentielle d'avril prochain est une source de mécontentement dans la population, dont les mutins ont peut-être essayé de profiter ? Alors que ces problèmes de gouvernance politique existent, je crois que, factuellement, on peut tout à fait répondre positivement. Mais le fait qu'il y ait bien sûr ces reproches qui puissent être faits, cela ne veut pas dire, évidemment, qu'il y a un nombre significatif de Béninois qui seraient prêts à adhérer à une aventure militaire. C'est un pays, le Bénin, qui a connu, un peu comme le Nigeria d'ailleurs voisin, des années d'instabilité avec des régimes militaires. Et ce souvenir reste tout à fait présent. Je crois que ce que la plupart des Béninois souhaitent, c'est la stabilité politique, mais aussi l'État de droit et peut-être le retour effectivement à une gouvernance qui soit beaucoup plus basée sur des règles qui soient définies collectivement. Alors, c'est dimanche, en fin d'après-midi, que des frappes à l'arme lourde ont visé le camp de la périphérie de Cotonou, où s'étaient retranchés les mutins. Et quelques heures plus tard, l'armée de l'air du Nigeria a déclaré à l'Agence France-Presse qu'elle était intervenue dans ces combats. Est-ce à dire que le président Patrice Talon a bénéficié du soutien de son voisin, le président Bola Tinubu ? Oui, sans doute parce qu'on a vu aussi très rapidement un premier communiqué de la Cédéao qui, au fond, active sa Force en attente. Et donc, cela pourrait être une manière de donner une légitimité et une légalité à l'action de l'armée nigériane en soutien aux forces armées béninoises. Et on a appris en effet, dimanche soir, que le président en exercice de la Cédéao ordonnait le déploiement immédiat d'éléments de la Force en attente, au Bénin. N'est-ce pas le signe, depuis dimanche soir, que la Cédéao n'est pas morte ? Oui, bien sûr qu'elle n'est pas morte. De toute façon, elle ne l'était pas avant les événements au Bénin. Elle ne l'est toujours pas. Bien sûr, elle est affaiblie, c'est une réalité. Mais j'ai souvent coutume à dire que ce n'est pas la Cédéao, en réalité aujourd'hui, qui est en crise, c'est l'Afrique de l'Ouest qui est en crise. Il n'y a pas d'organisation régionale qui existe en dehors des États membres, y compris des États membres les plus importants qui auraient dû être les forces motrices de l'organisation et qui ont cessé de l'être au cours des dernières années, parce que ces forces motrices étaient elles-mêmes confrontées à des problèmes internes. Est-ce que cette annonce, cette Force en attente qui est déployée au Bénin par le Nigeria, le Ghana, la Côte d'Ivoire et la Sierra Leone, ce n'est pas un fait nouveau qui montre que ces quatre pays s'unissent pour essayer de mettre un terme à la grave crise que traverse l'Afrique de l'Ouest ? En tout cas, c'est un signe qui est important. Après, je pense qu'il y a une question de capacité, de disponibilité. Ce n'est pas parce que ce sont ces quatre pays, dans le cas de cette crise au Bénin, qui se mobilisent et sont mobilisés par la Cédéao, ça ne veut pas dire nécessairement que ce sont ces quatre pays qui veulent restaurer une forme de crédibilité au niveau de l'action régionale. Et je crois que beaucoup aujourd'hui se rendent compte de l'importance de préserver le cap de cette intégration. Et je pense que ce qui est important, c'est que les populations elles-mêmes, aujourd'hui, ouest-africaines, se rendent compte qu'elles doivent participer à l'effort de restauration de la crédibilité de la Cédéao.

In this remarkable interview, Rosalin Abigail Kyere-Nartey, who was diagnosed with dyslexia at age 30 after years of struggling through school, decided to transform her trials and tribulations into a mission: to transform how people, teachers, and employees understand and support learners with dyslexia and related learning differences.  Rosalin is the proud Founder of the Africa Dyslexia Organization (ADO) and she travels around the world to educate and raise awareness on the importance of creating inclusive education.In this podcast, Rosalin describes why dyslexic people are too often overlooked, stigmatised and not given the support they need and why they are often attracted to hands-on professions in the hospitality field.  She clearly explains how not only dyslexic but other neuro-divergent learners often excel in jobs that require problem solving, spatial awareness, visual thinking, creativity and empathy.   Rosalin Abigail Kyere-Nartey, is a global advocate for dyslexia, a hospitality consultant, and the Founder of the Africa Dyslexia Organization.Diagnosed with dyslexia at age 30 after years of struggling through school, she turned her lived experience into a mission: to transform how Africa understands and supports learners with dyslexia and related learning differences.  Through ADO, she leads groundbreaking initiatives, teacher training, awareness campaigns, and policy advocacy that challenge stigma and promote multi-sensory learning across the continent. ADO's programs span 30+ African countries and impact thousands of educators and learners. As a global speaker, Rosalin engages audiences at international forums including UN platforms and global education summits highlighting the urgency of inclusive systems that leave no learner behind. Beyond advocacy, Rosalin serves as Lead Hospitality Consultant at iQ Mundo and is the Country Representative for the Swiss Education Group in Ghana, Liberia, and Sierra Leone. She brings 17+ years of hospitality experience and holds an MSc in International Hospitality Management. Rosalin's passion lies in building inclusive, equitable systems where every learner can thrive regardless of their learning style.    

« Le Bénin a-t-il connu hier le coup d'État le plus court du monde ? », s'interroge Jeune Afrique. Peut-être bien… Car « une poignée d'heures seulement après que des militaires, casques vissés sur la tête et fusils d'assaut en bandoulière, sont apparus sur les écrans de la télévision nationale pour annoncer la destitution du président Patrice Talon, les autorités béninoises ont indiqué avoir repris le contrôle de la situation. "Notre pays a vécu aujourd'hui des évènements d'une gravité extrême", a reconnu hier soir le chef de l'État ». Les reporters du site d'information Banouto ont sillonné les rues de Cotonou en fin de journée. « Malgré quelques contrôles de sécurité constatés, les barrages de police et de l'armée et la présence visible de blindés à certains points stratégiques, la majorité des quartiers traversés conserve une atmosphère calme, constataient-ils alors. Aucun mouvement de panique, aucune agitation inhabituelle : la vie continue, simplement rythmée par les mesures sécuritaires renforcées d'un après-midi marqué par une tentative de déstabilisation déjouée ». Réaction rapide des autorités… Plus de peur que de mal donc. « Tentative de coup d'État au Bénin : 13 personnes arrêtées, le gouvernement réagit et rassure », titre La Nouvelle Tribune à Cotonou. « Selon des sources proches du gouvernement, 13 personnes (en effet) ont été arrêtées, précise le journal, dont 12 parmi celles qui ont pris d'assaut dans la matinée la chaine nationale Benin TV, et un ancien militaire, radié des effectifs ». On ne sait pas si le meneur des mutins, le lieutenant-colonel Pascal Tigri figurait parmi les personnes arrêtées. Les autorités légales sont rapidement intervenues pour expliquer et rassurer, donc : le ministre de l'Intérieur, Alassane Séidou, puis le président Talon, mais aussi, pointe encore La Nouvelle Tribune, nombre de personnalités politiques et religieuses, comme l'ancien président de l'Assemblée nationale, Adrien Houngbédji, ou encore l'archevêque de Cotonou. Commentaire du quotidien béninois : « ces différentes réactions traduisent une même volonté : empêcher toute remise en cause de l'ordre républicain et consolider la cohésion nationale. Si l'épisode a ravivé les inquiétudes, il a aussi montré une convergence d'appels à la responsabilité, à la vigilance et au respect des règles démocratiques ». … et de la Cédéao À noter, relève Le Monde Afrique, la réaction rapide de la Cédéao : la Cédéao qui « a annoncé dans la soirée avoir "ordonné le déploiement immédiat d'éléments de sa Force en attente" au Bénin – provenant du Nigeria, de la Sierra Leone, de la Côte d'Ivoire et du Ghana – afin de "préserver l'ordre constitutionnel". (…) Cette intervention, décidée en quelques heures, relève encore Le Monde Afrique, est la première de l'organisation régionale depuis 2017 en Gambie. En 2023, les États membres de l'organisation avaient menacé les putschistes au Niger de les déloger par les armes mais, divisés, ils avaient finalement renoncé à intervenir ». Dans le sillage des coups d'État au Mali, au Niger et au Burkina Faso ? Alors pourquoi ce coup de force ? D'après Le Point Afrique, « les mutins nourrissaient des griefs politiques contre le pouvoir en place, dénonçant une gouvernance qu'ils jugent excluante ». Pour sa part Jeune Afrique note que « la courte prise de parole du lieutenant-colonel Tigri a fortement résonné avec la rhétorique utilisée pour justifier les coups d'État menés par les militaires au pouvoir au Mali, au Niger et au Burkina Faso. Lui aussi a pointé "la dégradation de la situation sécuritaire" dans son pays et "la promotion à des grades supérieurs de certains militaires au détriment des plus méritants". Signe de cette proximité idéologique, plusieurs activistes proches de l'AES, l'Alliance des États du Sahel, ont publié, dès hier matin, des messages célébrant la tentative de putsch ». En effet, renchérit Ledjely en Guinée, « ce putsch manqué semble surtout calqué sur les dynamiques observées dans la sous-région, notamment au Burkina Faso et au Niger. Mais les putschistes ont ignoré un élément essentiel (…), relève le site guinéen : depuis 1990, le Bénin fait partie des rares nations de la sous-région à avoir assuré des transitions pacifiques à travers des scrutins relativement consensuels. On ne renverse pas un tel acquis avec une mise en scène improvisée. Il était illusoire d'espérer rallier l'armée autour d'un communiqué standardisé, copié-collé des discours entendus dans d'autres pays de la région ». Enfin, conclut Ledjely, « il était temps que cette sombre spirale se heurte à un mur. Et que la Cédéao y ait contribué n'est pas la moindre des satisfactions. »

President Donald Trump has made new moves in recent days to crack down on immigration into the U.S.    After Trump vowed to pause immigration from “developing nations countries,” the U.S. has frozen all immigration applications for foreigners from 19 counties, and is reviewing applications that were approved during the four years of the Biden administration. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem confirmed on Fox News Thursday that the list will be expanded to “over 30” nations, but did not specify.     For now, the list includes: Afghanistan, Myanmar, Burundi, Chad, Cuba, Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Laos, Libya, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sudan, Togo, Turkmenistan, Venezuela, and Yemen.     The president has specifically criticized the Somalia immigrant population in the U.S. after news broke that a fraud scheme among Minnesota's Somali population costs taxpayers over $1 billion.     Additionally, Trump has paused all visas for Afghan nationals after a man from Afghanistan who has been living in the U.S. since the fall of Kabul in 2021 shot two National Guard Members near the White House the day before Thanksgiving, killing U.S. Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom.     On this week's edition of “Problematic Women,” we discuss President Donald Trump's heightened immigration crackdown, and why assimilation has to be a key part of immigration policy.     Plus, what is going on with the narco-terrorist boat strikes in the Caribbean and Pacific? We break it down. And Sabrina Carpenter is mad at the White House for using her music in an immigration enforcement video. All this and more on this week's show!   Subscribe to The Tony Kinnett Cast:    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-tony-kinnett-cast/id1714879044   Don't forget our other shows: Virginia Allen's Problematic Women: https://www.dailysignal.com/problematic-women  Bradley Devlin's The Signal Sitdown: https://www.dailysignal.com/the-signal-sitdown  Follow The Daily Signal:  X: https://x.com/DailySignal  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedailysignal/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDailySignalNews/  Truth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@DailySignal  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/DailySignal  Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/TheDailySignal    Thanks for making The Daily Signal Podcast your trusted source for the day's top news. Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

//The Wire//2300Z December 3, 2025////ROUTINE////BLUF: MOLOTOV ATTACK TARGETS ICE FACILITY IN LOS ANGELES. ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT RETURNS TO JOB AS POLICE OFFICER IN CHICAGO, DESPITE AWAITING TRIAL FOR IMMIGRATION FRAUD. CRACKDOWN ON THOUGHT AND SPEECH CRIMES CONTINUES TO SPREAD IN THE UNITED KINGDOM.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE------International Events-United Kingdom: The crackdown on speech continues, with several developments taking place this week. A man was arrested a few days ago for the "possession of extreme music", which allegedly violates terrorism laws. Separately, a woman was arrested for using a slur in a private text-message exchange to describe the man who attacked her, and a another case came to light involving a man who was arrested after posting vacation pictures online, which featured him visiting a shooting range in the United States.-HomeFront-Washington D.C. - This morning the Department of Homeland Security formally halted all immigration and naturalization from 19x nations labeled as High-Risk Countries. The list of these nations is as follows: Afghanistan, Burma, Burundi, Chad, Cuba, Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Laos, Libya, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sudan, Togo, Turkmenistan, Venezuela, and Yemen.Analyst Comment: The halt of immigration from these nations is not new by any means, this was announced back in June as part of Presidential Proclamation 10949, but this policy is just being implemented now.West Virginia: Winter weather conditions resulted in a technical rescue taking place on Route 35 near Sixteen Mile Road in Mason County. Mason Bridge was closed for over 5 hours while the high-angle rescue was being conducted. The driver was uninjured and refused medical treatment at the scene. The cause of the accident is not known.Minnesota: Locals have reported ICE operations beginning in Minneapolis, as a few illegals from Somalia have been arrested over the past few days.Analyst Comment: This may or may not be the beginning of a larger campaign; ICE agents have been conducting low-level operations in Minneapolis for months now, so it's not clear as to if the arrests that have been made recently are part of that routine effort, or part of a much larger campaign. Either way, resistance throughout the city is significant as Somalis form a more cohesive effort to halt the enforcement of immigration law.Maryland: This afternoon a shooting was reported at the food court inside MGM National Harbor casino in Prince George County. One person was killed and another wounded during the attack. Local authorities state that the shooting was targeted, and that the shooter sought out the victim personally. No further details on the shooter or the motive have been released. The food court at the casino remains closed while the murder investigation continues, but the rest of the casino is open as usual.California: On Monday an arson attack was carried out in Los Angeles, which took the form of an assailant using multiple Molotov devices to attack the Los Angeles Federal Building (LAFB). Per the notice provided by DHS officials yesterday, the man approached the facility and threw two Molotovs at the security guards outside the facility, before being detained. Neither device functioned as designed, and the suspect was arrested at the scene. Yesterday the DOJ identified the suspect as Jose Francisco Jovel, a resident of Koreatown.Analyst Comment: As arson attacks remain fairly constant nationwide during times of heightened unrest, the use of fire as a weapon is becoming more of a concern for the prepared citizen. Molotovs are a common sight in Los Angeles at this point, however this man attempted to use his devices to immolate two security officers posted at the entrance to the facility.Nebraska: A series of shootings were reported in Omaha this morning. The f

Tara kicks off with a hilarious Black Friday raccoon crime spree before pivoting into one of the most disturbing deep dives yet: America is still importing refugees from nations run by jihadists, militias, death squads, and terror networks — many of whom cannot be vetted at all. From Libya to Iran to Afghanistan, and even CIA-backed death squad fighters flown in by the thousands, Tara exposes the immigration pipeline the Biden administration refuses to shut down. This episode swings from wildlife comedy to geopolitical reality — and shows exactly why Trump's rapid-fire vetting agenda is now a national survival issue.

Tara kicks off the morning with one of the funniest wildlife stories you'll ever hear — a masked raccoon who broke into a Virginia liquor store, got absolutely schnockered, and passed out next to the toilet.

Managing Ebola treatment centers in Sierra Leone, coordinating with government officials and local leaders, and advocating for the radical simplicity of cash aid with Grace Jackson, a humanitarian worker. When low-income families are given money, what's the first thing they often buy? And what is “CMCoord”?This episode is part of a fundraising effort called Pods Fight Poverty. We're teaming up with GiveDirectly to collect money that will go directly to Rwandan families. Dan will match every dollar raised from What It's Like To Be... listeners. Donate now: givedirectly.org/whatitslikeWANT MORE EPISODE SUGGESTIONS? Grab our What It's Like To Be... "starter pack". It's a curated Spotify playlist with some essential episodes from our back catalogue. GOT A COMMENT OR SUGGESTION? Email us at jobs@whatitslike.com FOR SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Email us at partnerships@whatitslike.com WANT TO BE ON THE SHOW? Leave us a voicemail at (919) 213-0456. We'll ask you to answer two questions: 1. What's a word or phrase that only someone from your profession would be likely to know and what does it mean? 2. What's a specific story you tell your friends that happened on the job? It could be funny, sad, anxiety-making, pride-inducing or otherwise. We can't respond to every message, but we do listen to all of them! We'll follow up if it's a good fit.

When Donald Trump set about dismantling USAID, many around the world were shocked. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, the latest betrayal was not unexpected By Mara Kardas-Nelson. Read by Lanna Joffrey. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpod

We the Young Fighters: Pop Culture, Terror, and War in Sierra Leone (U Georgia Press, 2023) by Dr. Marc Sommers is at once a history of a nation, the story of a war, and the saga of downtrodden young people and three pop culture superstars. Reggae idol Bob Marley, rap legend Tupac Shakur, and the John Rambo movie character all portrayed an upside-down world, where those in the right are blamed while the powerful attack them. Their collective example found fertile ground in the West African nation of Sierra Leone, where youth were entrapped, inequality was blatant, and dissent was impossible.When warfare spotlighting diamonds, marijuana, and extreme terror began in 1991, military leaders exploited the trio's transcendent power over their young fighters and captives. Once the war expired, youth again turned to Marley for inspiration and Tupac for friendship.Thoroughly researched and accessibly written, We the Young Fighters probes terror-based warfare and how Tupac, Rambo, and—especially—Bob Marley wove their way into the fabric of alienation, resistance, and hope in Sierra Leone. The tale of pop culture heroes radicalizing warfare and shaping peacetime underscores the need to engage with alienated youth and reform predatory governments. The book ends with a framework for customizing the international response to these twin challenges. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

We the Young Fighters: Pop Culture, Terror, and War in Sierra Leone (U Georgia Press, 2023) by Dr. Marc Sommers is at once a history of a nation, the story of a war, and the saga of downtrodden young people and three pop culture superstars. Reggae idol Bob Marley, rap legend Tupac Shakur, and the John Rambo movie character all portrayed an upside-down world, where those in the right are blamed while the powerful attack them. Their collective example found fertile ground in the West African nation of Sierra Leone, where youth were entrapped, inequality was blatant, and dissent was impossible.When warfare spotlighting diamonds, marijuana, and extreme terror began in 1991, military leaders exploited the trio's transcendent power over their young fighters and captives. Once the war expired, youth again turned to Marley for inspiration and Tupac for friendship.Thoroughly researched and accessibly written, We the Young Fighters probes terror-based warfare and how Tupac, Rambo, and—especially—Bob Marley wove their way into the fabric of alienation, resistance, and hope in Sierra Leone. The tale of pop culture heroes radicalizing warfare and shaping peacetime underscores the need to engage with alienated youth and reform predatory governments. The book ends with a framework for customizing the international response to these twin challenges. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

We the Young Fighters: Pop Culture, Terror, and War in Sierra Leone (U Georgia Press, 2023) by Dr. Marc Sommers is at once a history of a nation, the story of a war, and the saga of downtrodden young people and three pop culture superstars. Reggae idol Bob Marley, rap legend Tupac Shakur, and the John Rambo movie character all portrayed an upside-down world, where those in the right are blamed while the powerful attack them. Their collective example found fertile ground in the West African nation of Sierra Leone, where youth were entrapped, inequality was blatant, and dissent was impossible.When warfare spotlighting diamonds, marijuana, and extreme terror began in 1991, military leaders exploited the trio's transcendent power over their young fighters and captives. Once the war expired, youth again turned to Marley for inspiration and Tupac for friendship.Thoroughly researched and accessibly written, We the Young Fighters probes terror-based warfare and how Tupac, Rambo, and—especially—Bob Marley wove their way into the fabric of alienation, resistance, and hope in Sierra Leone. The tale of pop culture heroes radicalizing warfare and shaping peacetime underscores the need to engage with alienated youth and reform predatory governments. The book ends with a framework for customizing the international response to these twin challenges. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/military-history

We the Young Fighters: Pop Culture, Terror, and War in Sierra Leone (U Georgia Press, 2023) by Dr. Marc Sommers is at once a history of a nation, the story of a war, and the saga of downtrodden young people and three pop culture superstars. Reggae idol Bob Marley, rap legend Tupac Shakur, and the John Rambo movie character all portrayed an upside-down world, where those in the right are blamed while the powerful attack them. Their collective example found fertile ground in the West African nation of Sierra Leone, where youth were entrapped, inequality was blatant, and dissent was impossible.When warfare spotlighting diamonds, marijuana, and extreme terror began in 1991, military leaders exploited the trio's transcendent power over their young fighters and captives. Once the war expired, youth again turned to Marley for inspiration and Tupac for friendship.Thoroughly researched and accessibly written, We the Young Fighters probes terror-based warfare and how Tupac, Rambo, and—especially—Bob Marley wove their way into the fabric of alienation, resistance, and hope in Sierra Leone. The tale of pop culture heroes radicalizing warfare and shaping peacetime underscores the need to engage with alienated youth and reform predatory governments. The book ends with a framework for customizing the international response to these twin challenges. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/african-studies

We the Young Fighters: Pop Culture, Terror, and War in Sierra Leone (U Georgia Press, 2023) by Dr. Marc Sommers is at once a history of a nation, the story of a war, and the saga of downtrodden young people and three pop culture superstars. Reggae idol Bob Marley, rap legend Tupac Shakur, and the John Rambo movie character all portrayed an upside-down world, where those in the right are blamed while the powerful attack them. Their collective example found fertile ground in the West African nation of Sierra Leone, where youth were entrapped, inequality was blatant, and dissent was impossible.When warfare spotlighting diamonds, marijuana, and extreme terror began in 1991, military leaders exploited the trio's transcendent power over their young fighters and captives. Once the war expired, youth again turned to Marley for inspiration and Tupac for friendship.Thoroughly researched and accessibly written, We the Young Fighters probes terror-based warfare and how Tupac, Rambo, and—especially—Bob Marley wove their way into the fabric of alienation, resistance, and hope in Sierra Leone. The tale of pop culture heroes radicalizing warfare and shaping peacetime underscores the need to engage with alienated youth and reform predatory governments. The book ends with a framework for customizing the international response to these twin challenges. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/anthropology

We the Young Fighters: Pop Culture, Terror, and War in Sierra Leone (U Georgia Press, 2023) by Dr. Marc Sommers is at once a history of a nation, the story of a war, and the saga of downtrodden young people and three pop culture superstars. Reggae idol Bob Marley, rap legend Tupac Shakur, and the John Rambo movie character all portrayed an upside-down world, where those in the right are blamed while the powerful attack them. Their collective example found fertile ground in the West African nation of Sierra Leone, where youth were entrapped, inequality was blatant, and dissent was impossible.When warfare spotlighting diamonds, marijuana, and extreme terror began in 1991, military leaders exploited the trio's transcendent power over their young fighters and captives. Once the war expired, youth again turned to Marley for inspiration and Tupac for friendship.Thoroughly researched and accessibly written, We the Young Fighters probes terror-based warfare and how Tupac, Rambo, and—especially—Bob Marley wove their way into the fabric of alienation, resistance, and hope in Sierra Leone. The tale of pop culture heroes radicalizing warfare and shaping peacetime underscores the need to engage with alienated youth and reform predatory governments. The book ends with a framework for customizing the international response to these twin challenges. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/music

We the Young Fighters: Pop Culture, Terror, and War in Sierra Leone (U Georgia Press, 2023) by Dr. Marc Sommers is at once a history of a nation, the story of a war, and the saga of downtrodden young people and three pop culture superstars. Reggae idol Bob Marley, rap legend Tupac Shakur, and the John Rambo movie character all portrayed an upside-down world, where those in the right are blamed while the powerful attack them. Their collective example found fertile ground in the West African nation of Sierra Leone, where youth were entrapped, inequality was blatant, and dissent was impossible.When warfare spotlighting diamonds, marijuana, and extreme terror began in 1991, military leaders exploited the trio's transcendent power over their young fighters and captives. Once the war expired, youth again turned to Marley for inspiration and Tupac for friendship.Thoroughly researched and accessibly written, We the Young Fighters probes terror-based warfare and how Tupac, Rambo, and—especially—Bob Marley wove their way into the fabric of alienation, resistance, and hope in Sierra Leone. The tale of pop culture heroes radicalizing warfare and shaping peacetime underscores the need to engage with alienated youth and reform predatory governments. The book ends with a framework for customizing the international response to these twin challenges. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/book-of-the-day

Send us a textWhat happens when we stop viewing rural communities as problems to be fixed and start recognizing them as powerful agents of their own transformation? The answer unfolds beautifully in this eye-opening conversation with Aminata Kamara and Sheku Mohamed Gassimu Jr. from One Village Partners (OVP), a Sierra Leonean organization revolutionizing how sustainable development happens in remote communities."Communities are not like a white paper. They have knowledge of their lives. They have knowledge of what a thriving community looks like," explains Aminata, OVP's Country Director. This profound respect for local wisdom forms the foundation of their approach, which they describe through the powerful metaphor of a "sharpening stone" – not doing the work for communities, but enhancing capabilities that already exist.Since 2010, OVP has partnered with 70 communities across Sierra Leone, impacting over 75,000 people through three interconnected programs that build local leadership, empower women economically, and enable communities to design and implement their own development solutions. Their methodology stands in stark contrast to traditional aid models, as they intentionally transfer decision-making power to community members at every step – from identifying needs through participatory assessments to collaboratively budgeting for solutions.The conversation delves into the challenges of this approach, including the struggle to secure flexible funding from donors who often prefer predetermined outcomes over community-defined indicators of success. Yet the transformations they witness – women gaining stronger voices in household decisions, men embracing more equitable gender roles, and communities independently solving complex problems – c________Travel on International Mission, meet local leadership and work alongside them. Exchange knowledge, learn from one another and be open to personal transformation. Step into a 25 year long story of change for children in some of the poorest regions on Earth.https://www.helpingchildrenworldwide.org/mission-trips.html****** _____A bible study for groups and individuals, One Twenty-Seven: The Widow and the Orphan by Dr Andrea Siegel explores the themes of the first chapter of James, and in particular, 1:27. In James, we learn of our duty to the vulnerable in the historical context of the author. Order here or digital download ___________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. join ____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. Shout out to our newest sponsor: The Resilience InstituteSupport the showHelpingchildrenworldwide.org

On this day in 1841, 35 survivors of the Amistad mutiny departed New York City to return home to Africa. After being captured, forced aboard La Amistad and later staging a revolt, their case reached the U.S. Supreme Court — which ruled they had been illegally enslaved and were justified in fighting for their freedom. The survivors returned to Sierra Leone in early 1842, marking a powerful moment in the history of the fight against slavery. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company:https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Cold War ended, but crises kept coming. This episode opens in the Balkans, where Yugoslavia's breakup pulls Marines into a different mission. Offshore in the Adriatic, they fly strikes, launch rescues, and put infantry ashore as refugee camps, no-fly zones, and patrols blur the line between war and relief. From there, the story follows deployments to Haiti, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Albania, and East Timor, where Marines secure embassies, evacuate civilians, and support coalitions trying to hold together collapsing states. Then 9/11 hits, and the long war begins. Task Force 58 pushes hundreds of miles inland to seize Rhino and Kandahar, proving sea-based Marines can operate inside a landlocked country. The chapter ends in Helmand, in places like Garmsir, Now Zad, and the Ganjgal Valley, where patrol bases, IEDs, and hard lessons define a war with no clean finish. Support the Series Listen ad-free and a week early on historyofthemarinecorps.supercast.com Donate directly at historyofthemarinecorps.com Try a free 30-day Audible trial at audibletrial.com/marinehistory Social Media Instagram - @historyofthemarines Facebook - @marinehistory Twitter - @marinehistory

Sarah Janneh is te gast bij Gijs Groenteman in de archiefkast van de Volkskrant. Groenteman bezocht haar nieuwe – zeer goed ontvangen – voorstelling ‘Brabo Leone’. Voor deze voorstelling ging Janneh naar het thuisland van haar overleden vader Sierra Leone. In de kast spreken ze over haar band met haar vader (voor wie ze ook heeft moeten vluchten), hoe ze zover is gekomen, Brabant en haar verstoorde relatie met mannen.Aan het einde luisteren ze naar het nummer Stoplicht van Sarah Janneh. Bekijk dit gesprek ook als video. Presentatie: Gijs GroentemanRedactie: Julia van AlemMontage: Lisette SpiegelerEindredactie: Jasper VeenstraSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jonny and Heather welcome Thanksgiving with gratitude built on how things are and how they are not. In looking at a few recent stories in the news, they frame them through the lens of "what if things had been different?" In the back half of the show, they share a scene from the recent performance "At a Crossroads" presented in the Marion Kleinau Theatre and directed/compiled by Dr. Shelby Swafford. In the scene, Jessica Paxton, Maddison Marshall, and M Kamara interweave pieces they devised for the show responding to a prompt on alternative histories, contemplating the world and the country at a crossroads and choosing a different path. 

Today's episode was a full ride - jokes, culture, politics, and one of our most important conversations to date. We opened with morning chaos, link mix-ups, Brent's return, and pure comedy about Sierra Leoneans, fashion, and whether certain clothes are “anti-Black.” From the MAGA hat to tech hoodies to cultural assimilation, the panel unpacked what we wear, how society reads it, and whether abandoning traditional languages or clothing counts as anti-Blackness.We moved into the headlines - minimum wage changes, tourist taxes, HP layoffs, Windrush justice, global conflicts, volcanic eruptions, kidnappings in Nigeria, Sudan peace talks, EU military funding, and political crackdowns in Brazil and Tanzania - giving the community a rapid but thorough breakdown of what's happening worldwide.Then we shifted into a powerful Topic of the Day with special guest Siaka Stevens, the British Sierra Leonean entrepreneur behind the Sherbro Island City Project, partnering with Idris Elba to build a sustainable, future-focused smart city in Sierra Leone. Siaka walked us through his upbringing, the legacy of his family, why he returned home, how he built a global network through events and nightlife, and how this project plans to transform the region. He broke down governance, land rights, community protection, controlled capitalism, investor trust, and how Sherbro is designed to lift local people into long-term prosperity - not push them out.It was a rare mix of humour, cultural honesty, global awareness, and a deep dive into African development from someone doing the work on the ground.

Terance was walking along a beach in Sierra Leone when she noticed something strange. 

The US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, has given an upbeat assessment of talks with Ukrainian officials about how to end the war with Russia. Mr Rubio said sticking points which remained were "not insurmountable". US, Ukrainian and European officials have been meeting in Geneva in Switzerland to discuss a peace plan that US negotiators devised with their Russian counterparts. It has been widely criticised as sympathetic to Moscow's aims.Also: a BBC investigation has exposed people in Sierra Leone who claim to supply human body parts for ritual ceremonies. More than 50 of the 300 pupils abducted by gunmen in Nigeria have escaped their captors, but parents are voicing their frustration over the lack of security at schools. Hezbollah confirms its chief of staff has been killed in an Israeli airstrike in Beirut. A three-year-old boy from California has astounded doctors with his progress after becoming the first person in the world with Hunter syndrome to receive a ground-breaking gene therapy. A daughter of the former South African President Jacob Zuma is accused of recruiting citizens to fight in Ukraine. And an Argentinian writer recalls the moment she learned her childhood nanny was actually a KGB agent.The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight.Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment.Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk

A BBC Africa Eye documentary has exposed the practice of selling body parts for magic rituals in Sierra Leone. We speak to the reporter who went back to the town where an 11-year-old boy was murdered as part of a suspected black magic killing four years ago.Why were two Zimbabwean university students, campaigning during elections for their Students Representative Council, abducted in broad daylight and beaten?And we hear from African social media influencers aiming to lead the conversations for a borderless and visa free Africa.Presenter: Nyasha Michelle Producers: Yvette Twagiramariya, Stefania Okereke and Sunita Nahar Technical Producer: Francesca Dunn Senior Producer: Patricia Whitehorne Editors: Alice Muthengi and Andre Lombard

When the militia group known as the "West Side Boys" held former Royal Irish Regiment soldier Ian Getty captive in the African jungles of Sierra Leone, he didn't know if he'd make it through the night. Twenty-five years later, Ian visited the site where he was held hostage. Ian details the terrifying seventeen days in captivity and the moment the Special Air Service (SAS) came to his rescue.  He reflects on the torture he and his team endured, how he found strength in the aftermath, and why returning to the site of his capture was important for him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Nahreen Ahmed is a critical care doctor based in Philadelphia and serves as a technical consultant for the Gates Foundation. Dr. Ahmed has extensive experience working in humanitarian disasters and warzones across the globe, including Sierra Leone, Yemen, Ukraine, Ethiopia, Uganda, Rwanda, Bangladesh and Gaza.borgenproject.orgOfficial podcast of The Borgen Project, an international organization that fights for the world's poor. Clint Borgen and team provide an entertaining look at global issues, politics and advocacy.Learn more at borgenproject.org.

13-year-old Ruth was born in Sierra Leone with severely bowed legs.

In this episode, Julia speaks with Isata Kabia, about what it really means to be a trailblazer and why leading doesn't always have to be loud. Isata shares that being a trailblazer often isn't a choice. It happens when you step forward out of necessity, conviction, or courage when you realise, as she puts it, “the hero you've been waiting for is you.” She talks about her journey of learning to lead as a quiet storm: calm yet powerful, nurturing yet unyielding. The “quiet” stands for listening, reflection, and grace. The “storm” stands for courage, disruption, and truth. Together, they form a style of leading that combines humility and strength. This episode is a reminder that trailblazing doesn't always look like breaking walls; sometimes it's about holding doors open quietly, until others can walk through. About the guest: Isata Kabia is the Founding Director of Voice of Women Africa, an organization focused on empowering women in Sierra Leone. She believes in building a strong community of women who support one another and encourages more women to take part in politics. This, she believes, will lead to better decisions that promote peace, prosperity, and rights for everyone. Isata is also behind AFRiLOSOPHY, a program that started in 2015. It offers training in manufacturing and financial management to help women start and grow their own businesses. She understands that when women are economically strong, they can lead and make a real difference in their communities.

It's Monday, November 17th, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Catholic cathedral bombed in Bangladesh On November 7, a Catholic cathedral and school in Dhaka, Bangladesh, were bombed hours before a worship event that drew bishops from across the country, reports International Christian Concern. A suspect on a motorbike threw two homemade bombs at the church — one exploded near the gate, and another landed near the property, failing to detonate. Thankfully, no one was injured in the attack.  The incident did not deter 500 Catholics from attending the worship event the following morning at St. Mary's Cathedral, nor did it deter students from returning to school at St. Joseph School the following Monday.  Police investigators arrested a suspect and identified him as a member of a banned student political party. They have been initiating violent protests against the government, but more recently, their attacks have shifted toward churchgoers as they prepare for the February 2026 election.  St. Mary's Cathedral plans to take legal action and punish the perpetrator.  One churchgoer said, “Anxiety grips many of us while going to church.” And Bulbul Rebeiro with the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Bangladesh, said, “We are peace-loving people, but these incidents are frightening us.”  Bangladesh ranks 24th on the Open Doors' World Watch List of the countries most dangerous for Christians. Gen Z protests in Mexico City, storming presidential palace AUDIO: Sounds of rioting against police Those are the sounds of rioters who stormed the barricades outside the presidential palace in Mexico City on Saturday as an anti-cartel protest descended into chaos, reports The Daily Mail. Mobs of frustrated, mostly Gen Z Mexican protestors traded blows with cops and screamed slogans about how corruption and cartel killings have spiraled out of control in their country. Thousands of people filled the streets of the nation's capital and marched to the palace, which is the official residence of President Claudia Sheinbaum, the liberal politician who took office last October. The demonstration, largely organized by young activists and supported by older supporters of opposition movements, was the culmination of citizens' frustration with the government's inability to stop violence and provide economic opportunity. Pablo Vazquez, Mexico City's chief of police, said 20 people were arrested and are set to be charged with battery, assault and robbery, reports Bloomberg. Vazquez added that 60 of his police officers were injured, 40 of whom had to be sent to the hospital for treatment.  Trump supports Christian foster parents against pro-LGBT states President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday aimed at “modernizing” the child welfare system in the United States, including a guarantee to side with foster families discriminated against by states for their religious convictions, reports LifeSiteNews.com. For example, Heath and Lydia Marvin, a Christians couple in Massachusetts who have fostered eight children under the age of four since 2020, lost their license to foster children because they refused to sign an agreement to “affirm” the alleged LGBT status of any children placed in their care.  LYDIA MARVIN: “We have been an active foster family in Massachusetts for the past four and a half years, and lost our license earlier this year due to new discriminatory policies against Christian families in Massachusetts. So grateful to be here and have the [Trump] administration's support for foster care, but also specifically for Christian families and faith-based organizations to continue caring for those who are most vulnerable in our communities.” Her husband Heath offered his support for the Trump administration as well. HEATH MARVIN: “It's so neat to hear the President and First Lady talking about both foster care and just the need that exists across the country for that, but also specifically, how Christians are twice as likely to be a part of foster care and to adopt.  They recognize that there are states that are putting policies in place that actually drive Christians out of foster care.” In Leviticus 18:22,  the Bible affirms heterosexuality, saying, "You shall not lie with a male as with a woman; such a thing is an abomination." High school Worldview listener upset no reference to Veterans Day Last Tuesday was Veterans Day. Genevieve, a high school listener to The Worldview, was disappointed that we failed to acknowledge that special day. President Donald Trump issued a proclamation. He noted, “The story of America is written with the courage, honor, and dedicated service of our veterans.  Through their sacrifice, the fires of freedom burn brightly, our Republic secured, and our way of life made possible.  “For nearly 250 years, their unyielding spirit has carried our Nation through every trial and triumph, ensuring that liberty endures for all time.  This Veterans Day, we show our gratitude and recommit to honor their service, uphold their legacy, and give every veteran the loyalty, respect, and support they have earned and so dearly deserve.” Genevieve, we apologize for the oversight. Michelle Obama: America not ready for female president Former First Lady Michelle Obama has shut down the idea she might one day run for president. While speaking to actress Tracee Ross this month at the Brooklyn Academy of Music, Obama insisted the United States is “not ready for a woman” to lead, reports TheWrap.com. Listen. ROSS: “Think that that impacts the room that we've made for a woman to be President.” OBAMA: “Well, as we saw in this past election, sadly, we ain't ready. That's why I'm like, ‘Don't even look at me about running, because you all are lying. You're not ready for a woman. (cheers) You are not. So, don't waste my time. “You know, we got a lot of growing up to do. And there's, sadly, a lot of men who do not feel like they can be led by a woman, and we saw it. What was the question?” (laughter) Perhaps America was not ready for Kamala Harris to be president. Mercy Ships surgeon saves baby's life by removing gigantic tumor And finally, a British surgeon removed a life-threatening tumor from a baby's neck that was as big as her entire face, reports GoodNewsNetwork.org. The lump has been growing since she was just five months old, but when her mother, Aminata, took her to the local hospital in Sierra Leone, West Africa, doctors told her she was too young for surgery. By the time Memunatu was ten months old, her family began to fear the worst until her mother bumped into a volunteer who works for Mercy Ships, a healthcare charity that operates hospitals aboard ships. Providentially, the Global Mercy ship was docked in Freetown, the capital of Sierra Leone. When the staff saw how the tumor would eventually suffocate her, they immediately agreed to perform surgery aboard their ship for free. Earlier this year, she was admitted and prepped for the meticulous four-hour surgery performed by Royal London Hospital's Head and Neck Surgeon, Dr. Leo Cheng. He successfully removed the tumor, effectively saving Memunatu's life. In Acts 20:35, Jesus said, “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” If you'd like to make a donation to help the ongoing work of Mercy Ships, look for the special link in our transcript today at www.TheWorldview.com. Close And that's The Worldview on this Monday, November 17th, 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.  I'm Adam McManus. Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

This message presents a deeply personal and theological introduction to the reality of spiritual warfare, grounded in the speaker's lived experiences—from childhood hardship and wartime service to personal loss, cross-cultural ministry in Sierra Leone, and encounters with demonic oppression in counseling contexts. The central message affirms that spiritual warfare is not a peripheral or fringe concept but a biblically grounded reality that profoundly impacts personal faith, psychological well-being, and missionary work. Drawing from firsthand encounters with demonic activity, including cases of satanic ritual abuse and occult pacts, the speaker argues that the church has long ignored this dimension of spiritual life, leading to ineffective counseling and spiritual stagnation. The course outlined emphasizes a biblical worldview, the authority of Christ over demonic powers, and the necessity of integrating spiritual discernment with psychological insight, while cautioning against both dismissal of demonic realities and uncritical acceptance of sensational accounts. The tone is pastoral, urgent, and deeply conviction-driven, calling believers to engage the spiritual realm with both theological clarity and courageous faith.

This Day in Legal History: Pennsylvania Coal Co. v. MahonOn this day in legal history, November 14, 1922, the Supreme Court heard arguments in Pennsylvania Coal Co. v. Mahon, a foundational case in American property law. At issue was a Pennsylvania statute—the Kohler Act—that prohibited coal mining beneath certain structures to prevent surface subsidence. The Pennsylvania Coal Company had previously sold the surface rights to a parcel of land but retained the right to mine the coal beneath. When the state blocked their ability to do so, the company sued, arguing that the law had effectively stripped them of valuable property rights without compensation. The case reached the Supreme Court, where Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr. delivered the majority opinion.In his decision, Holmes introduced the now-famous principle that “while property may be regulated to a certain extent, if regulation goes too far it will be recognized as a taking.” This line marked the birth of the regulatory takings doctrine, which holds that government actions short of full appropriation can still require just compensation under the Fifth Amendment. Holmes emphasized that the economic impact of a regulation on the property owner must be weighed, not just the public interest it serves. In this case, the regulation was deemed too burdensome to be considered a mere exercise of police power.The Court sided with the coal company, holding that the Kohler Act, as applied, amounted to an unconstitutional taking. The dissent, penned by Justice Brandeis, warned against undermining states' ability to protect public welfare. Despite being a 5–4 decision, Mahon has had lasting influence on land use, zoning, and environmental regulation. It reframed the boundaries between public regulation and private rights, signaling that not all public-interest laws are immune from constitutional scrutiny. Today, Mahon remains a cornerstone case for litigants challenging regulations that significantly diminish property value.A Texas judge is set to hear arguments on Attorney General Ken Paxton's request to block Kenvue from issuing a $398 million dividend and from marketing Tylenol as safe during pregnancy. Paxton sued Kenvue in October, accusing the company of hiding risks linked to prenatal Tylenol use, including autism and ADHD—a claim not supported by the broader medical community. The lawsuit follows public comments by Donald Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. promoting the same unproven theory. Kenvue and Johnson & Johnson, which previously owned Tylenol, maintain the drug's safety and argue the state has no authority to interfere in federal drug regulation or corporate dividends.The companies also say the dividend will not impair Kenvue's solvency and warn that Paxton's effort could undermine both the First Amendment and the credibility of Texas courts. Paxton, however, argues that the public interest justifies intervention, citing potential future liabilities from Tylenol and talc-related lawsuits. He contends that misleading commercial speech can be regulated, and that the dividend should be halted to preserve cash in the face of those risks. The case could have broader implications, particularly for Kimberly-Clark's $40 billion acquisition of Kenvue, announced shortly after the lawsuit. Kenvue has vowed to appeal any injunction.Judge to weigh if Texas AG can block Kenvue dividend over Tylenol claims | ReutersSierra Leone has reached a tentative settlement with U.S. law firm Jenner & Block to resolve a dispute over $8.1 million in unpaid legal fees. The law firm sued the West African nation in 2022, claiming it was still owed money for representing Sierra Leone in a high-stakes case against Gerald International Ltd., which had sought $1.8 billion in damages over an iron ore export ban. Jenner argued the legal work was more extensive than initially expected and said it had only been paid $3.6 million by the end of 2021.Sierra Leone pushed back, disputing the existence of a valid contract and asserting that no further payments were owed. The country also tried to claim sovereign immunity, but a federal judge rejected those arguments in January, allowing the lawsuit to proceed. U.S. Magistrate Judge G. Michael Harvey announced the settlement in principle last week, although specific terms were not disclosed. Neither party has commented publicly on the resolution.Sierra Leone, law firm Jenner & Block reach settlement over $8 million legal tab | ReutersMcDermott Will & Emery has become the first major U.S. law firm to publicly confirm that it is considering private equity investment, signaling a potential shift in how Big Law might operate. The firm's chairman acknowledged preliminary talks with outside investors, a move that stunned the legal industry, where non-lawyer ownership has long been resisted due to ethical and regulatory restrictions. McDermott is reportedly exploring a structure that would separate its legal services from administrative operations by creating a managed service organization (MSO) owned by outside investors, allowing the firm to raise capital without violating professional conduct rules.This model has gained traction among smaller firms, but McDermott's adoption could legitimize the MSO approach for large firms. Proponents argue it would free lawyers to focus on client work while upgrading support systems through external funding. Critics caution that it involves relinquishing control of critical firm functions and raises concerns about maintaining ethical standards, particularly regarding fee-sharing with non-lawyers. While still early, industry experts say other firms are beginning to explore similar paths to stay competitive, especially in jurisdictions like Arizona that allow non-lawyer ownership.McDermott's Outside Investor Talks Augur Big Law TransformationThe Trump administration has filed suit against California over its recently approved congressional redistricting maps, which were adopted through a ballot initiative known as Proposition 50. The measure, passed by voters last week, allows temporary use of new district lines that could give Democrats up to five additional U.S. House seats. The Justice Department joined a lawsuit initially filed by the California Republican Party and several voters, alleging that the redistricting plan was racially motivated and unconstitutional.U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi called the maps a “brazen power grab,” accusing California of using race to unlawfully boost Hispanic voting power. California Governor Gavin Newsom dismissed the lawsuit, framing it as retaliation for California's resistance to Trump's broader political agenda. Newsom also argued that the new maps are a necessary corrective to Republican-led gerrymandering efforts, like those in Texas, where civil rights groups have sued over alleged dilution of minority voting power.The lawsuit claims California's map violates the U.S. Constitution by improperly using race in the redistricting process. The outcome could impact the balance of power in the House and add fuel to ongoing legal battles over partisan and racial gerrymandering nationwide.Trump administration sues California over new redistricting maps | ReutersThis week's closing theme is by Ludwig van Beethoven, a composer of some note.This week's closing theme is the first movement of Ludwig van Beethoven's Symphony No. 8 in F Major, Op. 93 – I. Allegro vivace e con brio, a work that balances classical clarity with Beethoven's unmistakable wit and rhythmic drive. Composed in 1812 during a period of personal turmoil, the Eighth is often described as a cheerful outlier among his symphonies, compact and effervescent despite being written amid deteriorating health and emotional strain. It was premiered in 1814, but it was a revival performance on November 14, 1814, in Vienna that helped solidify its reputation and gave the public a second opportunity to appreciate its lightness and humor in contrast to the more dramatic works surrounding it.Unlike the grand scale of the Seventh or Ninth, the Eighth is shorter and more classical in form, often drawing comparisons to Haydn in its wit and economy. Yet Beethoven infuses it with his unique voice—syncopations, dynamic extremes, and abrupt harmonic shifts abound, particularly in the first movement. The Allegro vivace e con brio opens with a bold, playful theme, tossing melodic fragments between the orchestra with cheerful assertiveness. It's less stormy than many of Beethoven's first movements, but no less commanding.Critics at the time were puzzled by the symphony's restraint and humor, expecting more overt heroism from Beethoven. But modern listeners often recognize the Eighth as a masterwork of compression and invention. The first movement in particular plays with rhythmic momentum, frequently disrupting expectations just as they form. There's a confidence in its restraint, a knowing smile behind the forceful accents and offbeat rhythms. It's music that's both technically impressive and viscerally enjoyable, which is perhaps why Beethoven held it in especially high regard.As we close out the week, we leave you with that November 14 revival spirit—a reminder that even a “little Symphony” can land with enduring force.Without further ado, Ludwig van Beethoven's Symphony No. 8 in F Major, Op. 93 – I. Allegro vivace e con brio, enjoy! 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

Can new tougher measures announced by Sierra Leone's President Bio really be effective in combating kush, the illegal psychoactive blend of addictive substances that is devastating the country.What caused the fatal helicopter crash in Ghana that killed eight people, including two high profile government ministers?And why has Senegal dismissed the IMF's debt restructure plan as "a disgrace"?Presenter: Audrey Brown Producers: Sunita Nahar, Yvette Twagiramariya, Mark Wilberforce, Joseph Keen and Stefania Okereke Technical Producer: Philip Bull Senior Producer: Patricia Whitehorne Editor: Andre Lombard and Alice Muthengi

Today, we're flipping the script and bringing you a conversation I recorded with a dear friend of mine, a longtime Palestinian activist Matt Bowles, for his podcast, The Maverick Show.On his podcast, Matt interviews people who work at the intersection of travel and activist spaces. On it, you'll find interviews with people like Imani Bashir, a Black Muslim American who advocates for more Black people in the us to travel with her Passport initiative, and Mari Monsalve, who visited occupied Palestine and uses her platform for Palestinian solidarity.Become a Going Places member for as little as $6 a month. Visit our reimagined platform at goingplacesmedia.com to learn more.Going Places is an audience-supported platform. Become a member for as little as $6 a month and get the perks like getting on a group call with Yulia every month to ask questions, get advice, and be in community with each other.Visit us at goingplacesmedia.com to learn more.Thanks to our Founding Members: RISE Travel Institute, a nonprofit with a mission to create a more just and equitable world through travel educationRadostina Boseva, a film wedding photographer with an editorial flair based in San FranciscoWhat you'll learn in this episode:Growing up in Soviet Kazakhstan and EstoniaA culture shock of moving to the U.S. at age 16Yulia explains her decision to join the U.S. NavyHow serving in Iraq and Afghanistan impacted Yulia's politicsHow a trip to Morocco took Yulia off a corporate career pathYulia's stories set in Rwanda, Sierra Leone, Botswana, and JordanYulia explains why Jordan is so close to her heartFeatured on the show:Check out The Maverick Show with Matt BowlesFollow @maverickshowpod on InstagramListen to Part 2 of the interview, in which we unpack Orientalism and activism for PalestineGoing Places is a reader-supported platform. Get membership perks like a monthly group call with Yulia at goingplacesmedia.com!For more BTS of this podcast follow @goingplacesmedia on Instagram and check out our videos on YouTube!Please head over to Apple Podcasts and SUBSCRIBE to the show. If you enjoy this conversation, please share it with others on social and don't forget to tag us @goingplacesmedia!And show us some love, if you have a minute, by rating Going Places or leaving us a review wherever you listen. You'll be helping us to bend the arc of algorithms towards our community — thank you!Going Places with Yulia Denisyuk is a show that sparks a better understanding of...

In The American Revolution and the Fate of the World, historian Richard Bell explores how the struggle for American independence reverberated far beyond the thirteen colonies—reshaping politics, empires, and ideas of liberty around the globe. Bell reveals how revolutionaries from Boston to Bengal, Paris to Port-au-Prince, drew inspiration and warning from the events of 1776. The American Revolution became a test case for freedom in an age of empire. Looking at the stories of individuals caught up in its ferment, Bell shows how the Revolution reshaped the world. Tell us what you think! Send us a text message!

Immigrant, Muslim and self-proclaimed democratic socialist, Zohran Mamdani is also, at 34, the city's youngest mayor in a century. Famed for his charisma, and with millions of views on social media, the Democratic candidate campaigned on a platform that included reducing the cost of living, free childcare and new taxes for millionaires and corporations. In our conversations, we bring together three American Muslims who tell us why they believe Mamdani's election is so important. In his victory speech, Mamdani made a point of thanking the voters he says have been left behind by the city, including immigrants. We hear from New Yorkers originally from Sierra Leone, Nepal and Columbia. And two friends, Brooke and Katherine, share the challenges they've experienced of living in one of the world's most expensive cities.

The Breeders' Cup 2025 delivered everything: drama, history, and data-defying performances.Emmet Kennedy is joined by Total Performance Data's Adam Mills and former jockey and Breeders' Cup work rider Georgia Cox to unpack a breathtaking two days at Del Mar. This Final Furlong Podcast review blends elite analysis with data, insight, and storytelling from racing's global stage. • Ethical Diamond's Turf Triumph – Willie Mullins makes history as a County Hurdle also-ran beats the defending champion Rebel's Romance. Adam dives into the data behind the shock.• Forever Young's Classic Glory – Japan's first-ever Classic winner beats Sierra Leone in an unforgettable finish. Could he meet Sovereignty in Dubai next?• Notable Speech's Mile Mastery – Another Breeders' Cup win for Charlie Appleby. Could he and The Lion In Winterdominate next season's turf scene?• Gezora's Group 1 Brilliance – Francis-Henri Graffard equals André Fabre's record 13 Group 1s in a season. Adam explains why Graffard is the modern benchmark.• Aidan O'Brien Breaks the Breeders' Cup Record – Gstaad's Juvenile Turf victory seals O'Brien's status as the winning-most Breeders' Cup trainer. What's next for the son of Starspangledbanner?• Donnacha O'Brien Joins the Club – 33/1 podcast tip Balantina wins the Juvenile Fillies Turf, giving Donnacha his first Breeders' Cup success.• Ted Noffey's Juvenile Win – Another Final Furlong Podcast long-range tip lands big. Could he become a serious Kentucky Derby contender? This is your complete international review of the world's biggest racing event, with: Race-by-race insight from Del Mar Data-driven analysis from Total Performance Data Future targets and ante-post angles from trusted insiders

Thousands of people in Sierra Leone lost limbs during the brutal civil war, and many more have struggled to overcome the mental as well as physical burdens of the conflict. We visit the Farming on Crutches programme where amputees are trained in agricultural skills which they can use to start their own farms and teach others in their communities their skills. Plus how former addicts are helping others in their communities to stop using kush, a deadly blend of addictive substances that has become a scourge in Sierra Leone and other parts of West Africa.People Fixing The World from the BBC is about brilliant solutions to the world's problems. We release a new edition every Tuesday. We'd love you to let us know what you think and to hear about your own solutions. You can contact us on WhatsApp by messaging +44 8000 321721 or email peoplefixingtheworld@bbc.co.uk. And please leave us a review on your chosen podcast provider.Presenter: Myra Anubi Reporter/producer: Sira Thierij Editor: Jon Bithrey Sound mix: Hal Haines(Image: A trainee farmer rakes grass from a field in Sierra Leone, Sira Thierij/BBC)