EPISODE · Jun 12, 2026 · 6 MIN
Living in the shadow of Indonesia's Mount Merapi
from The World: Latest Stories · host Naina Rao
About 20 years ago, farmers living near the Mount Merapi volcano in Indonesia built a radio station to keep their neighbors informed about impending eruptions. That station has now shut down as listeners instead turn to their phones. But not everyone has — or wants — a smartphone. Naina Rao reports on how locals are staying informed.
What this episode covers
About 20 years ago, farmers living near the Mount Merapi volcano in Indonesia built a radio station to keep their neighbors informed about impending eruptions. That station has now shut down as listeners instead turn to their phones. But not everyone has — or wants — a smartphone. Naina Rao reports on how locals are staying informed.
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Living in the shadow of Indonesia's Mount Merapi
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