Best Fatou Podcasts (2025)

Coming up in this episode. At this year’s cop climate change summit, global powers move forward with green energy expansion despite U.S. withdrawal. But vulnerable nations like our own rage as adaptation funds fall short. A survey finds Liberians are among the world’s biggest worriers as experts link rising stress to chronic diseases, especially in…

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SPECIAL INTERVIEW: Fatou Bensouda, former Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court 23:38

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As plans for Liberia’s war and economic crimes court and national anti-corruption court get underway, we’re running a series of special interviews with Liberian and international experts and stakeholders about how the courts will work. In this interview, Anthony Stephens speaks with Fatou Bom Bensouda, a former prosecutor of the International Crimi…

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Abortion Pills Are Saving Lives; Women Struggle With Postpartum Depression; Farmers Without Market Prices Shortchanged by Middlemen and War Crimes Court Advocates Criticize Decision to Prioritize Anti ... 28:30

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COMING UP IN THIS EPISODE. AS LIBERIA’S DRUG CRISIS WORSENS, UNLICENSED REHABILITATION CENTERS ARE PROFITING FROM FAMILIES’ MISERY. EXPERTS WANT THEM CLOSED. AS A BILL THAT WOULD LEGALIZE ABORTION IS AGAIN DEBATED IN THE SENATE, MEDICINES THAT END PREGNANCIES ARE QUIETLY SAVING LIVES. WITH NO INFORMATION ABOUT MARKET PRICES, RURAL FARMERS SAY MIDDL…

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SPECIAL INTERVIEW: Lofa County Senator Joseph Jallah on Why He Has Introduced a War Crimes Court Bill to the Legislature Now 23:26

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In this interview, I speak with Lofa County Senator Joseph Jallah — who along with Pro-Tempore Nyonblee Karnga Lawrence - has introduced two bills to establish Liberia’s war and economic crimes courts. The bills have surprised the court’s proponents because they have seemingly come out of nowhere and they have some controversial elements that contr…

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Protestors Demand Action on Drug Crisis, AID Cuts Hit Entire Economy, Seawall For West Point Set to Begin, and Expert Warns War Crimes Court Security Must Start Now 28:30

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Coming up in this episode. The country’s drug crisis takes center stage. Citizens march on the capitol demanding action as vigilantes destroy drug dens. The massive cuts to us aid being felt across economy. From street sellers to medium sized businesses the loss of business is hurting. After years of delay a seawall meant to save thousands of homes…

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SPECIAL: Cecil Griffiths, security expert, on the challenges of protecting witnesses and national security during a war crimes court 24:04

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Welcome to this special edition of Democracy in Focus, a collaboration between New Narratives and Front Page Africa. I’m Anthony Stephens. As plans for Liberia’s war and economic crimes court get underway, we’re running a series of special interviews with Liberian and international experts and stakeholders about how the courts could work. In this i…

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Government Suspends Chaotic ID Rollout and Liberia's Forests Face New Threats as Charcoal Production Soars and EcoGuards Resume Hunting 28:30

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Coming up in this episode. Following a chaotic rollout process, the government indefinitely suspends its compulsory national ID registration program. As climate change causes more and more farms to fail, rural dwellers turn to charcoal production to survive in a renewed threat to Liberia’s forests At the same time, the end of international funding …

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SPECIAL INTERVIEW: Marvin Tarawally, founder of LiberiaGivingMonth, the new online nonprofit donation platform 28:08

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Welcome to this special edition of Democracy in Focus, a collaboration between New Narratives and Front Page Africa. I’m Anthony Stephens. It’s not news to anyone that Liberia has been one of the countries most impacted by US President Donald Trump’s cuts to aid. Hundreds of Liberian NGO jobs have been lost. But a new online donation platform calle…

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SPECIAL INTERVIEW: Retiring U.S. Ambassador to Liberia, Mark Toner 1:03:36

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In this special bonus episode of Democracy in Focus, Anthony Stephens has an exclusive interview with Ambassador Mark Toner on his decision to retire just one year into his two year post. Ambassador Toner's announcement came a day before Liberian President Joseph Boakai had a coveted meeting at the White House with U.S. President Donald Trump. Tone…

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"Leaders Need to Love People More Than Their Foreign Bank Accounts" - A SPECIAL INTERVIEW With Leymah Gbowee, Nobel Laureate 38:41

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Welcome to this special edition of Democracy in Focus, a collaboration between New Narratives and Front Page Africa. I’m Anthony Stephens. As plans for Liberia’s war and economic crimes court get underway, we’re running a series of special interviews with Liberian and international experts and stakeholders about how the courts could work. In this i…

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Liberia Wins Seat on UN Security Council; an Interview with Nobel Laureate Leymah Gbowee, Experts Call for Mental Health Support as War Time Justice Begins, and Pregnant Women Fear the Worst After USAid ... 28:30

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Coming up in this episode. Liberia wins a seat on the un security council. Ambassadors and President Boakai applaud the historic moment. Nobel laureate, Leymah Gbowee urges government to seize the win to drive war time justice beginning with economic crimes. As US aid cuts end a more than $US100 million maternal and infant mortality program, expert…

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Dinner with Amelia Earhart! 56:56

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Was Amelia Earhart the first female pilot?? Did Amelia really fly across the world? Was she secretly having an affair with Eleanor Roosevelt? Today we discuss!

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Special Interview: Rosemary Mbabazi, Rwanda's Ambassador to Liberia, On What the World Can Learn from Rwanda's Journey from Genocide 18:46

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Welcome to this special edition of Democracy in Focus, a collaboration between New Narratives and Front Page Africa. I’m Anthony Stephens. As plans for Liberia’s war and economic crimes court get underway, we’re running a series of special interviews with Liberian and international experts and stakeholders about how the courts could work. In this i…

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President Quiets Doubters With Big War Crimes Court Budget and A Critical Report Says EPA Failures Cost Liberians a Crucial Weather Warning System 28:30

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President Boakai quiets doubters with a renewed mandate for the war crimes court office and a big increase in budget to two million dollars As Rwanda commemorates thirty-one years since its genocide, its ambassador says the world can learn from its path to reconciliation and justice. And… a report says a lack of competence and inflated salary claim…

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Dinner with Empress Sisi of Austria 50:30

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Major TW for eating disorders! Was Empress Sisi really the Princess Diana of her time? Did she really hate her kids? Did she really wash her hair with cognac and eggs?? Fatou and Maz discuss Empress Elisabeth "Sisi" of Austria and her interesting life!

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Heart Disease, Stroke and Diabetes Reach Crisis Levels; 3500 USAID teaching scholarships cut and poverty rises in rural Liberia 28:30

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In this episode..A silent killer is stalking Liberians. Heart disease, stroke, diabetes and other so called non communicable diseases are reaching crisis levels. Experts say awareness campaigns are needed. Thousands of teachers pursuing degrees in education are ejected from us aid- funded scholarships. Experts say Liberia’s school children will los…

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Dinner with the Freemasons! 45:47

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Wtf is a Freemason?? Are Freemasons in the Illuminati? What do they have to do with the dollar bill and Nicholas Cage in National Treasure? Today Maz tells all!

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Dinner with Monica Lewinsky! 1:13:03

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One of our favorite episodes and a great closer to Women's History Month! A deeper dive into the story of one of the most unfairly maligned women in modern American history, Monica Lewinsky!

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Dinner with Frida Kahlo! 43:12

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Happy Women's History Month! Behind most incredible women is a deeply annoying man.

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SPECIAL Interview: Dr. Clement Peter, outgoing WHO Representative on the growing crisis of heart disease, diabetes, cancer and other preventable diseases 22:49

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Heart disease, cancer, mental illness and diabetes are some of a group of diseases that are growing at an alarming rate in Liberia, killing far more people than better known killers like malaria and typhoid. More than one in three deaths are now caused by so-called lifestyle diseases – preventable diseases that are primarily caused by diet, stress,…

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Liberia Reels from US Aid Cuts 28:01

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Coming up in this episode. As Liberia comes to terms with us aid cuts, economists warn of lost jobs and public services with more aid cuts looming. Local NGO heads worry about the ripple effects as staff are laid off, scholarships end and drugs run out. And…..the aid cuts situation also throws into jeopardy, Liberia’s much-heralded campaign to esta…

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Dinner with Harriet Tubman! 56:16

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We're happy to be back! Did Harriet Tubman really make a dozen rescue missions? Did she really never lose a single person on her journeys? Did Harriet Tubman keep a toolie on her??? When are they going to put her on a $20 bill?! Today Fatou and Maz discuss Harriet Tubman for Black History Month.

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Resilience part 2 - The Final Three Pillars: Health, Tenacity & Collaboration 31:11

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Podcast Title: Resilience: What Is It & How Do I Get It? Episode Title: Part 2 – The Final Three Pillars: Health, Tenacity & Collaboration Episode Summary In this second instalment of our deep dive into resilience, we turn our attention to the final three pillars of the six-pillar framework: Health, Tenacity, and Collaboration. We pick up where we …

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Dinner with Fatou & Maz! (Q&A) 1:16:56

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Our first Q&A! APOLOGIES IN ADVANCE FOR THE AUDIO! The volume was messed up on Maz's mic and caused a little bit on distortion! Hope you guys still enjoy! Don't forget to subscribe to our Patreon!

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Resilience Part 1: What Is It & How Do I Get It? The First Three Pillars—Vision, Composure, and Reasoning 29:33

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Podcast Title: Resilience Part 1: What Is It & How Do I Get It? Episode Title: The First Three Pillars—Vision, Composure, and Reasoning Episode Summary In this episode, we begin our journey into the six pillars of resilience by focusing on the first three: Vision, Composure, and Reasoning. We’ll define each pillar, explore why it’s essential for bu…

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Episode 6: What Do We Have Here: The Questions to Ask Yourself When Creating New Year’s Resolutions 28:12

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Episode 6: What Do We Have Here? - The Questions to Ask Yourself When Creating New Year’s Resolutions Episode Summary: In this episode of Love, Work & Other Disasters, we explore the annual tradition of New Year's resolutions—from how they can help us clarify our goals and motivate us to the pitfalls of unrealistic expectations. We discuss why some…

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An Exclusive Interview with the New Head of War Crimes Court Office, K1 Goes on Trial in the US, Forest Communities Nervous About Carbon Trading and, Following Liberia's Most Devastating Rainy Season in ... 28:03

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COMING UP IN THIS EPISODE. WE SPEAK WITH THE NEW HEAD OF LIBERIA’S WAR AND ECONOMIC CRIMES COURT DR JALLAH BARBU. VICTIMS DEMAND TOUGH PUNISHMENT AS FORMER LURD REBEL COMMANDER “K1 GOES ON TRIAL IN THE US GOVERNMENT CELEBRATES AS CARBON TRADING WINS APPROVAL AT THE UN COP 20 CLIMATE SUMMIT. BUT FOREST COMMUNITIES SAY THEY’RE BEING LEFT OUT. AND…..T…

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Dinner with Ferdinand and Imelda Marcos 1:01:29

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The final installment of Dictator December! Did Imelda Marcos really own 6,000 pairs of shoes? Did Ferdinand Marcos really kill someone?! Is his son Bong Bong really the president of The Philippines rn??

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Episode 5: The Courage to Change: Transforming Your Career Path at Any Stage 23:24

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Episode 5: The Courage to Change: Transforming Your Career Path at Any Stage Episode Summary: In this episode of Love, Work, and Other Disasters, Maya and Fatou explore the challenges and rewards of making a career change at any stage of life. Whether you’re contemplating a shift in your 20s, pivoting in your 40s, or embarking on a completely new j…

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Episode 3: From Setbacks to Superpowers: Anton Ekström on Entrepreneurship and ADHD 29:32

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Episode 3: From Setbacks to Superpowers: Anton Ekström on Entrepreneurship and ADHD Episode Summary In this inspiring episode of *Love, Work, and Other Disasters*, Maya sits down with Anton Ekström, a 26-year-old Swedish entrepreneur whose journey is nothing short of extraordinary. From the highs of launching his first e-commerce business to the lo…

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Episode 4: Confidence Unlocked: How to Harness Your Inner Power 27:51

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Episode 4: Confidence Unlocked: How to Harness Your Inner Power Episode Summary: In this episode of Love, Work, and Other Disasters, Maya and Fatou explore the transformative power of confidence. Together, they break down the myths surrounding confidence, explain why it’s a skill anyone can build, and share actionable strategies to harness your inn…

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Dinner with Benito Mussolini 1:17:47

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Was Mussolini a dictator? YES! They all were! Here's part 2 of Dictator December. We're tired man.

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Episode 2: Master Your Next Job Interview: Tips to Stand Out and Succeed 32:28

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Episode 2: Master Your Next Job Interview: Tips to Stand Out and Succeed Episode Summary In Episode 2 of Love, Work & Other Disasters, Maya and Fatou switch gears from love to career, diving into a topic that’s both exciting and nerve-wracking: job interviews! Whether you’re a recent grad, switching careers, or just looking to level up, interviewin…

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Dinner with Idi Amin 1:15:06

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First episode of Dictator December! A new dictator every week! Was Idi Amin really a cannibal? Did he really write letters to Queen Elizabeth? Did he freeze the heads of his slain enemies? Did he really have 60 kids!?!? Today Fatou and Maz discuss Idi Amin, his cult of personality and crimes against humanity!…

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Love, Work & Other Disasters Trailer 1:35

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Welcome to Love, Work & Other Disasters, the podcast where Maya and Fatou, dive into the wild, messy, and sometimes disastrous world of modern adulting. In this trailer episode, get to know your hosts and what inspired them to launch this podcast. From navigating love lives and career highs and lows to tackling the big and small disasters that pop …

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Episode 1: Seeing Red: Spotting the Dating Flags You Shouldn't Ignore 26:20

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Episode 1: Seeing Red: Spotting the Dating Flags You Shouldn't Ignore Episode Summary In this first full episode of Love, Work & Other Disasters, Maya and Fatou jump straight into one of the juiciest topics in dating: red flags. We all know the feeling of getting swept up in the excitement of someone new, but what if there are warning signs that we…

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EXCLUSIVE: Dr. Jallah Barbu, newly appointed Executive Director of the Office of War and Economics Crimes Court 43:27

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Welcome to this special edition of Democracy in Focus, a collaboration between New Narratives and Front Page Africa. I’m Anthony Stephens. In this exclusive interview, I speak with Jallah Barbu, newly appointed executive director of the Office of War and Economic Crimes Courts. Dr. Barbu will lead Liberia’s long overdue effort to hold those who upe…

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SPECIAL: Interview with Seidu Swaray, of Liberian Association of Psychosocial Services On Liberians' Mental Heath Post War and Self Care as a Court Gets Underway 21:37

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In this interview, Anthony Stephens speaks with Seidu Swaray, a leading mental health counsellor and executive director of the Liberia Association of Psychosocial Services. Swaray’s group provides psychosocial services to Liberians, including victims of the civil wars. He describes the profound mental health challenges facing the country after the …

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SPECIAL: Interview with Peterson Sonyah, Head of Liberia Largest Survivors Group 21:09

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Welcome to this special edition of Democracy in Focus, a collaboration between New Narratives and Front Page Africa. I’m Anthony Stephens. As plans for Liberia’s war and economic crimes courts get underway, we’re running a series of special interviews with Liberian and international experts and stakeholders about how the courts could work. In this …

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Dinner with Sigmund Freud! 1:15:28

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Was Freud an evil genius or a genius that became evil? What happened between Freud and Jung? Do you believe in the Psychosexual Stages of Development? Fatou and Maz discuss psychology's most iconic, yet polarizing weirdos: Sigmund Freud.

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High Schoolers' Dreams Die in Rural Liberia, the Country Prepares for Mpox and the EPA Cleans Up Our Air 28:11

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In this episode: The dreams of young rural Liberians die early because of a lack of high schools. Half of all stroke and heart disease deaths in Liberia are caused by air pollution. Liberia’s environmental protection agency takes its first steps to clean up our air. Liberia's mpox cases rise as the government confirms the deadly strain that has kil…

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Dinner at the Salem Witch Trials! 54:59

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Define witch! Fatou and Maz discuss the origins of witch-hunts, the Salem Witch Trials, their favorite Halloween costumes and whether a Baby Ruth chocolate bar is ashy or not! Email: [email protected] to Find Us:DPH InstagramFatou's InstagramFatou's TiktokMaz's InstagramMaz's Tiktok…

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KPELLE EDITION: Experts Weigh in on Models for War and Economics Crimes Courts and, is Liberia Ready for Mpox? 27:30

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Coming up in this episode .. As plans for Liberia’s war and economic crimes courts’ get underway, we speak to experts on the major issues court designers will have to consider. Who will be tried? How much international involvement is needed? And what are the security challenges? One thing is already clear - funding will be limited. And some worry t…

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LIBERIAN ENGLISH EDITION: Experts Weigh in on Models for War and Economics Crimes Courts and, is Liberia Ready for Mpox? 28:14

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Coming up in this episode .. As plans for Liberia’s war and economic crimes courts’ get underway, we speak to experts on the major issues court designers will have to consider. Who will be tried? How much international involvement is needed? And what are the security challenges? One thing is already clear - funding will be limited. And some worry t…

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Dinner with Judy Garland and Liza Minelli! 49:12

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Much like Judy and Liza, this episode has a lot going on! Actors, singers, dancers and gay icons. Email: [email protected] to Find Us:DPH InstagramFatou's InstagramFatou's TiktokMaz's InstagramMaz's TiktokBy Dinner Party History

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LORMA Language Edition: Nearly 400,000 Children Live on Liberia's Streets, Access to Toilets Among Worst in World 29:25

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Thanks to host: Korpo Kollie of Radio Kintoma in Lofa County Coming up in this episode … New data shows nearly 370,000 Liberian children are living on the streets. Many live a hellish existence of sex work and drugs. Access to toilets is still a big problem for rural Liberians. Leading to sickness and death of thousands of citizens. The Boakai admi…

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Special: Taiwan Gongloe, Veteran Liberian Human Rights Lawyer, Shares His Thoughts on Liberia's Upcoming War and Economics Crimes Courts 10:56

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Welcome to this special edition of Democracy in Focus, a collaboration between New Narratives and Front Page Africa. I’m Anthony Stephens. As plans for Liberia’s war and economic crimes courts get underway, we are running a series of special interviews with Liberian and international justice experts and stakeholders about how the courts could work.…

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Special: Hassan Bility, Long Time Justice Advocate and Head of Global Justice and Research Project Shares His Thoughts on Liberia's War and Economics Crimes Courts 31:53

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Welcome to this special edition of Democracy in Focus, a collaboration between New Narratives and Front Page Africa. I’m Anthony Stephens. As plans for Liberia’s war and economic crimes courts get underway, we’re running a series of special interviews with Liberian and international justice experts and stakeholders about how the courts could work. …

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Dinner with Christopher Colombus 57:09

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They could never make us like you, Cristoforo Colombo! Did Christopher Columbus really discover America? The answer is no, but Maz and Fatou will be telling you that and more this week!Email: [email protected] to Find Us:DPH InstagramFatou's InstagramFatou's TiktokMaz's InstagramMaz's Tiktok…