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America Abroad
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America Abroad is an award-winning documentary radio program distributed by Public Radio International (PRI) and broadcast on NPR stations nationwide. Each month, we take an in-depth look at one critical issue in international affairs and US foreign policy.
Episodes
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The Universal Title: Muhammad Ali's Spiritual Journey
There may be no other actor on the world’s stage whose life has been as heavily documented as Muhammad Ali's. Yet for all the ways the legendary athlete and humanitarian’s life has been scrutinized and celebrated, few have attempted to tell the story of what he valued most: his spiritual…
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Fighting Extremism on Middle East Media
There's a vast media landscape in the Middle East - and religious extremists have unfortunately leveraged the power and reach of this media to spread an ideology of intolerance. But in the past few years, new broadcasters have taken up the fight, using their bully pulpit to fight back. This month...
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Combating Extremist Ideology Since 9/11
In this episode we’re looking to answer the big question of whether or not the country is safer than before 9/11. There hasn’t been a big terrorist attack on our soil since then, ISIS has lost almost all its territory in Iraq and Syria, Bin Laden is dead, and yet there are still thousands of...
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Iraqs Next Steps FULL
In May, Iraqis went to the polls to elect a new national parliament. It was the first election since the defeat of ISIS in Iraq. And in a surprise turn, a coalition led by controversial cleric Muqtada al-Sadr—a staunch opponent of both U.S. and Iranian influence in Iraq—won the most seats. How…
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Sowing Chaos: Russia's Disinformation Wars
Revelations of Russian meddling in the 2016 US presidential election were a shock to Americans. But it wasn't quite as surprising to people in former Soviet states and the EU. For years they've been exposed to Russian disinformation and slanted state media; before that Soviet propaganda filtered...
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Syria and Fragile States
This hour: why some states become fragile; how it affects the people who live there; and the US approach to getting fragile states back on their feet. We’ll focus on the conflict in Syria - the site of one of the worst humanitarian crises in recent memory. What is the US doing right and where is...
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Islam and the Cosmos
While Europe was in the Dark Ages, scientific discovery was blooming in the Islamic World. Now, centuries after being eclipsed by the West, some Muslim countries are making new investments in space exploration.
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Document Leaks: The consequences of revealing secrets
Massive document leaks have led to the fall of world leaders and to new anti-corruption laws. But some leaks have put lives in danger. So is there a limit to the public’s right to know?
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Brinkmanship US - North Korea Relations
Never before has the threat of a nuclear missile from North Korea been more pressing. “Even in a conventional conflict, within the first few days you would have anywhere from 30,000 to 300,000 deaths," said North Korea expert Frank Aum. "Obviously, those numbers go up exponentially when you have…
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Made in America: Trade Policy in the Trump Era
This hour, we'll talk about why trade was one of the biggest issues that got Donald Trump elected. What Americans stand to gain - and lose - by pulling out of trade deals. And what really happened to American manufacturing jobs. We’ll also see how the rest of the world is preparing for a massive...
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Bioethics In Islam
Islam has century old laws on medicine and the treatment of patients but it lags behind Judaism and Christianity in terms of engaging in modern day bioethical discussions. On this episode we examine how Muslims approach bioethical dilemmas in Muslim majority countries as well the West. We’ll…
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After Paris: Global approaches to climate change [UPDATED]
It’s been almost two years since 195 countries signed a historic climate change agreement in Paris. And last spring, President Trump announced his intention to pull the US out of the agreement. Meanwhile, all the other signatories have reaffirmed their commitment to clean energy policy. We'll...
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Trump, Duterte, and the future of US-Philippine relations
Filipino President Duterte’s war on drugs has killed over 7,000 people. But not only has the White House failed to condemn Duterte's tactics; President Trump praised them. This hour: stories about the drug war; the history of US-Philippine relations; a Philippine city besieged by ISIS; and...
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Warrior Diplomats: A Look into US Special Operations
Since 9/11 the United States military has been aggressively fighting terrorism all over the world, increasingly using the most elite units. Unlike most conventional forces, special operations soldiers are given plenty of freedom to solve complex problems out in the field. They’ve had enormous...
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Beyond The Border: The Future of US-Mexico Relations
Much of President Trump’s populist support comes from people who are deeply worried about globalization and immigration. But Trump’s pro-border wall, anti-NAFTA stance has strained US- Mexico relations. Can the two nations find common ground and work past the rhetoric? Join us for a lively town...
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After Paris: Global Approaches to Climate Change
On this edition of America Abroad, we’ll circle the globe to see how various countries are tackling the issue of climate change since the historic Paris climate agreement. We check in on two of the world’s top carbon producers China and India. Both countries are committed to decreasing their…
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Trump's Approach To Middle East
As the Trump administration begins ironing out its strategy in the Middle East, America Abroad examines what may lie ahead in regards to Israel, Syria, Iran, and the fight against ISIS.
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US Asia Policy Under Trump: A Honolulu-Tokyo Town Hall
President Trump's declarations on Asia have caused much uncertainty in the region. To better understand the hopes, fears, and concerns on both sides of the Pacific, America Abroad convened a bi-national town hall bringing together audiences and experts in both Honolulu and Tokyo. The discussion...
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US-Russia Relations in the Trump Era
This month on America Abroad, we'll look at at the post-election state of the US relationship with Russia. We'll explore the cyber warfare and the security strategies on both sides; We'll discuss Russia's relationship with NATO and its interests in the Baltics; And we'll hear how people in Russia...
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Fighting Zika & Future Epidemics
This hour on America Abroad, we look at the response to Zika and see how the US is combating the virus. We also discuss the global effort to fight other infectious diseases and what individuals can do to protect themselves.
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America's Bond with Israel: Its History and Its Current Challenges
The US and Israel just signed a Memorandum of Understanding, which guarantees $38 billion in aid to Israel over 10 years. The MOU was signed despite noted tensions between President Barack Obama and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. In this episode of America Abroad we take a look at...
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US Foreign Policy and the Next President: Through the Eyes of the World
America Abroad's global town hall recorded in front of a live audience at The Greene Space at WNYC in conjunction with its partners at NPR Berlin and in Cairo, Egypt. Hosted by Todd Zwillich, the Washington correspondent for The Takeaway, the panelists and audience discussed the question of what...
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What if James Bond had a family? The son of a '60s Israeli spy recounts what it’s like.
What if James Bond had a family? The son of a '60s Israeli spy recounts what it’s like. by America Abroad
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Remember when the Beastie Boys played for Tibet? Here’s how it happened
Remember when the Beastie Boys played for Tibet? Here’s how it happened by America Abroad
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The Silk Road takedown shows how the Feds can get around crypto
The Silk Road takedown shows how the Feds can get around crypto by America Abroad
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Espionage in the Age of Terror
In this episode of America Abroad, we discuss the current state of human intelligence gathering and its future. We explore how encryption affects the nature of spying, how the challenge of recruiting has changed, and what techniques do agencies at home and abroad feel will give them the edge for...
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Raids and rehabilitation: Kenya’s dual fight against Islamic extremism
Raids and rehabilitation: Kenya’s dual fight against Islamic extremism by America Abroad
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Africa's Fight Against Islamic Extremism
Islam has been peacefully practiced in sub-Saharan Africa for centuries in places like Senegal and Sudan. But in the past few decades, extreme versions of the religion have been penetrating into the continent, often filling the void of weak governmental authorities. In this episode of America...
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“As women in the country we must step to the street": Jenni Williams on civil resistance in Zimbabwe
Since 2002, Women of Zimbabwe Arise, or WOZA, has been pressing the government of Robert Mugabe to expand social and economic freedoms. The organization is lead by Jenni Williams. She has become a well-known human rights activist, both at home and abroad, and told us that she has been arrested…
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The San Jose de Apartadó Peace Community vows neutrality
The San Jose de Apartadó Peace Community vows neutrality by America Abroad
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5th Pillar organization fights corruption with a Zero Rupee note
5th Pillar organization fights corruption with a Zero Rupee note by America Abroad
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Tibetans turn to WeChat messaging app
Tibetans turn to WeChat messaging app by America Abroad
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Civil Resistance: The Power of the People
Civil Resistance: The Power of the People by America Abroad
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Interview with Robbie Barnett
Robbie Barnett the Director of the Modern Tibet Studies Program at Columbia University
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Karma Triyana Dharmachakra, a Tibetan Buddhist monastery in upstate New York
Karma Triyana Dharmachakra, a Tibetan Buddhist monastery in upstate New York by America Abroad
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The Tibetan Newlywed Couple Who Captivated the World
When a Tibetan couple tied the knot last year, they were not only newlyweds — they were newly famous: http://www.pri.org/stories/2016-04-13/why-tibetan-couple-s-wedding-photos-captivated-world
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Interview with Kaydor Aukatsang, representative of the Dalai Lama in North America
Interview with Kaydor Aukatsang, representative of the Dalai Lama in North America by America Abroad
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Tibet
This hour looks at modern day Tibet from a spiritual, political, and cultural perspective. To begin we learn more about Tibetan Buddhism, and the romantic appeal of the religion and the Tibetan people. Next we take a look at modern Tibetan culture and examine what parts are able to thrive and…
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How a Fitbit Watch Can Test for Pregnancy
How a Fitbit Watch Can Test for Pregnancy by America Abroad
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How License Plate Readers May Be Tracking All Of Us
How License Plate Readers May Be Tracking All Of Us by America Abroad
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Highlights from Understanding Islamic Feminism
Highlights from Understanding Islamic Feminism by America Abroad
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Where European countries stand on privacy versus security
European countries have different stances on digital security, but generally are more willing than the U.S. to grant governments access to personal data.
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Online Data, Information, & Privacy
The fight between Apple and the FBI over whether or not an iPhone should be unlocked to better solve the San Bernardino shooting, underscores a larger international debate over the trade-offs between national security and individual privacy rights. Just before the FBI-Apple dispute erupted…
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Living under ISIS rule - and then escaping it
Syrian journalist Mezar Matar knows what it’s like to live in fear in a city under ISIS control. He also knows what it’s like to escape.
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Fighting ISIS at Home and Abroad
In this month's program, we speak with a number of scholars on the ways in which ISIS is being battled both within and without the U.S.
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The Drone Ban in Kenya
There is vast untapped potential for drone use in the developing world. In recent years an explosion of initiatives has popped up across the continent of Africa, from unmanned peacekeeping missions in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to Facebook’s high-hovering drones that bring the internet…
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Humanitarian Drones
Drones may be best known for their surveillance and military capabilities, but there’s a growing movement to use them for humanitarian aid. Inventor Mark Jacobsen is building drones to deliver humanitarian aid to Syrians stuck inside their war-torn country. But as he’s learning, bureaucracy –...
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Drones Across the DMZ
During a recent military celebration in the North Korean capital Pyongyang, goose-stepping soldiers, tanks and allegedly nuclear tipped missiles were paraded past the cheering throngs. Also on display? The reclusive nation’s fleet of military drones. And some of those drones have already crossed...
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How Drones Are Reshaping the World
Close to a million drones may be sold this holiday season. And in five years, the global market is expected to reach a billion dollars. There are drones for everything: real estate and construction, package delivery, journalism, search and rescue. They're used to deliver humanitarian aid to the...
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What Happens When One’s Person’s Faith Symbol is Another’s Hate Symbol
When a student at George Washington tried to spark dialogue by displaying the Hindu Swastika, he put his college career at risk. But fortunately a prominent interfaith group was there to help.
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America Abroad is an award-winning documentary radio program distributed by Public Radio International (PRI) and broadcast on NPR stations nationwide. Each month, we take an in-depth look at one critical issue in international affairs and US foreign policy.
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