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The longest running independent international affairs podcast features in-depth interviews with policymakers, journalists and experts around the world who discuss global news, international relations, global development and key trends driving world affairs. Named by The Guardian as "a podcast to make you smarter," Global Dispatches is a podcast for people who crave a deeper understanding of international news.
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From FORESIGHT Climate & Energy, Policy Dispatch is a podcast all about the policies that underpin the energy transition. This is what will make or break the global decarbonisation effort. Through biweekly, short-but-sweet episodes, the Policy Dispatch will aim to explain what governments in the globe’s key markets are doing to boost clean energy and create sustainable ecosystems. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Dispatch

Via Transportation Inc.

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With more than 100 global partners, Via is reimagining public mobility. Each week, a new leader in transportation sits down with us for a brief conversation about what's next in transit, and what they're doing to reinvent how the world moves. Questions? Email [email protected].
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Our weekend programme comes live from Monocle’s radio studio in Zürich, where Tyler Brûlé and a panel of special-guest thought leaders discuss key topics in front of a studio audience.
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Battle Lines

The Telegraph

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Battle Lines is The Telegraph’s foreign policy, geopolitics and global conflict podcast. It offers expert analysis and on-the-ground reporting from China and the United States to the Middle East and Europe. Twice a week, veteran foreign correspondents Roland Oliphant and Venetia Rainey bring you on-the-ground dispatches from the world’s most volatile regions and informed analysis from world-class experts. Whether it’s the Russia-Ukraine war, the Israel-Gaza conflict, Chinese aggression in th ...
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Welcome to Diplomatic Dispatch, a new podcast series by Radio Canada International. My goal is to bring you insights into Canada’s foreign, defence and development policy. I’ll discuss Canada’s global role through interviews with policy makers, former and serving diplomats and soldiers, academics and think tank experts, humanitarian workers, civil society activists and entrepreneurs. What is Canada’s foreign policy? How should Canada conduct its foreign policy? Who should conduct that policy ...
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Whetstone Audio Dispatch

Whetstone Radio Collective

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Whetstone Audio Dispatch is a series of remarkable one-off episodes about global foodways exploring community, climate, activism and politics brought to you by journalists and reporters from around the world. Think of it as a storytelling popup, a one-pot feast serving up fresh ideas and best-in-class reportage about current events, food sovereignty, seed keeping, food origins, ancestral recipes and culinary anthropology. Hosted by Whetstone founder Stephen Satterfield. Whetstone Audio Dispa ...
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Dispatches with Hollie McKay is where on-the-ground reporting meets real talk, no fluff, no agenda—just raw, unfiltered stories from the far corners of the world. Every week, I dive into the headlines that should be making news, the hidden humanitarian crises, and the extraordinary resilience of people too often forgotten. Alongside risk analyst Dennis Santiago, we’ll unpack global events, challenge narratives, and throw in a few personal picks—because sometimes, after covering war zones, yo ...
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We take an irreverent look at daily global events from a uniquely American perspective. While most podcasts cover domestic drama and clickbait, we provide real stories worth actually caring about. Your host Vic has traveled to 105 countries, holds a BA in international relations, and MBA, and been a contributor to Soldier magazine. He uses credible foreign sources to discuss major international stories before they become headline news at CNN or Fox. Tune in daily to find out what's really go ...
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ESG Talk

Workiva

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The ESG Talk podcast is your go-to source for environmental, social, and governance insights. Each week, we're featuring candid conversations with ESG leaders to transform complex ESG topics into simple, practical opportunities for business and society.
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Join Jason Poblete, international law, policy and national security expert, as he breaks down the legal, policy, and geopolitical battles shaping our world. From defending political prisoners to confronting authoritarian regimes, Poblete Dispatches delivers sharp analysis on human rights, economic security, and the rule of law. Whether you're a policymaker, legal professional, or someone who cares about freedom, this podcast offers insightful conversations and actionable intelligence on the ...
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Wanna see a trick? Give us any topic and we can tie it back to the economy. At Planet Money, we explore the forces that shape our lives and bring you along for the ride. Don't just understand the economy – understand the world. Wanna go deeper? Subscribe to Planet Money+ and get sponsor-free episodes of Planet Money, The Indicator, and Planet Money Summer School. Plus access to bonus content. It's a new way to support the show you love. Learn more at plus.npr.org/planetmoney
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World Affairs Conversations

World Affairs Council of Charleston podcasts

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Distinguished speakers from government, academic organizations, and the business community present timely lectures on international events affecting our lives. For more information: www.waccharleston.org
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Insight Myanmar

Insight Myanmar Podcast

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Insight Myanmar is a beacon for those seeking to understand the intricate dynamics of Myanmar. With a commitment to uncovering truth and fostering understanding, the podcast brings together activists, artists, leaders, monastics, and authors to share their first-hand experiences and insights. Each episode delves deep into the struggles, hopes, and resilience of the Burmese people, offering listeners a comprehensive, on-the-ground perspective of the nation's quest for democracy and freedom. A ...
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The Next Gen Trucking Association is a membership-based advocacy group solely dedicated to advancing the trucking industry as a career choice for the next generation through nationwide education and awareness initiatives. As a leading national nonprofit trade association, Next Gen Trucking Association (NGT) inspires, educates, and provides resources for young people and schools and promotes opportunities within the trucking industry. This podcast is all about steering the next generation tow ...
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Stories are all around us. Digital media has changed the landscape for creators, media professionals, journalists, marketers, and YOU, worldwide. Welcome to Digital Narrative. On this podcast, we discuss compelling case studies and empathy-driven storytelling techniques that create real-world impact. Join this hub for intentional conversation, focused on surfacing best practices and innovative new takes on the most elemental forms of human communication: storytelling and visual arts. In each ...
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The Antarctic Report

The Antarctic Report

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Science, history, adventure, politics, and technology converge on the Antarctic Report podcast. Each week you’ll hear from an international expert with a compelling story on Antarctica and the Southern Ocean.
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"Embrace the Challenge, Ignite the Triumph" Meet Todd Blyleven: TEDx Speaker, former athlete, and heroic Las Vegas mass shooting survivor. Hosting 'I'm Going In' and co-hosting 'Walking Tall Movement' podcasts, Todd invites inspiring guests to share stories of resilience. His mission? Empower those knocked down by trauma, break mental health stigmas, and spread global resilience. Join Todd's transformative journey from the baseball field to facing tragedy, and discovering the strength to ris ...
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Join Lester Kiewit every weekday for an authentic Cape Town wake-up call. The show gets Cape Town as close to the story as possible, from high-profile interviews to did-you-hear watercooler conversations. The show is enlightening and accessible, inclusive and thought-provoking. It helps listeners navigate the (sometimes hectic) business of life. Some highlights include the daily Editorial segment at 6:10 and the flagship #LesterTester on Fridays at 8:35. The WorldView favourite Adam Gilchres ...
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On April 22, militants launched a brutal assault on a tourist site in Indian-controlled Kashmir, killing 26 civilians in what became the deadliest terrorist attack in India in nearly 15 years. What followed was the most intense military confrontation between India and Pakistan in decades—airstrikes, drone attacks, and a terrifying cycle of escalati…
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You might have seen these texts before. The scam starts innocently enough. Maybe it's a "Long time no see" or "Hello" or "How are you." For investigative reporter Zeke Faux it was – "Hi David, I'm Vicky Ho. Don't you remember me?" Many people ignore them. But Zeke responded. He wanted to get scammed. This led him on a journey halfway around the wor…
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Lester Kiewit speaks to Nathan Adriaanse, the Director of Public Information and Stakeholder Relations at the Department of Infrastructure. They discuss the three options for affordable and social housing proposed for Sea Point’s Tafelberg site. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is…
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Episode #347: In the first part of this three-part series, three distinct yet intersecting voices reveal the human, political, and structural toll of the Myanmar crisis—and the inadequacy of ASEAN’s current response. Charles Santiago, a veteran Malaysian politician and currently the chair of the Asean Parliamentarians for Human Rights, delivers a s…
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Human urine has been used as a fertiliser by some civilisations since ancient times due to its contents of nitrogen and phosphorus, so why is it not a popular choice anymore? Lester Kiewit speaks to Morne Faulhammer, owner of Super Plants Garden Centre in Tokai. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. …
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Researcher and political analyst Tara Roos joins Lester Kiewit to unpack the latest from Parliament — from Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s election-year budget and the controversial R150 billion reserve drawdown, to ongoing Eskom bailouts and minimal youth employment provisions. They also delve into the draft Medium Term Development Plan, conce…
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A shock shooting in Washington DC has left two Israeli embassy staff dead, sparking international concern. In India, passengers endured a terrifying flight after their plane was battered by both hail and birds, leaving it holed mid-air. And in London, a new etiquette guide is taking aim at the capital’s worst tube commuters, from door blockers to l…
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Lester Kiewit speaks to Michael Walsh, Non-Resident Senior Fellow in the Africa Program at the Foreign Policy Research Institute, about how President Cyril Ramaphosa managed to emerge from the meeting with US President Donald Trump unscathed, with some critics calling it the work of an accomplished statesman. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiew…
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Lester Kiewit speaks to Schalk van Heerden the chair Betereinders, a group of white South Africans determined to make the country a better place. In response to a group of Afrikaner farmers taking up refugee status in the U.S, the Betereinders have organised a township football tournament under the banner “Refuse to Flee.” Good Morning Cape Town wi…
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In this week’s Pacific Dispatch, Katie Macdonald brings a mix of sobering and surprising stories: In New South Wales, devastating floods have left 50,000 people isolated and claimed four lives, as emergency services continue rescue and relief efforts. Across the Tasman, New Zealand’s government has scrapped Jacinda Ardern’s net zero plans, saying e…
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In today’s episode, we explore Donald Trump’s bold new vision for a space-based missile defence system — a futuristic project dubbed the Golden Dome. Announced in the Oval Office with his defence secretary Pete Hegseth, Trump claims the system will protect the U.S. from missile attacks launched from anywhere on Earth — or even from space. Featuring…
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In the latest episode featuring Christy Choice from Tenstreet, Christy shared her journey from healthcare software to the trucking industry, highlighting her passion for the field's regulation and continuous learning opportunities. She discussed Tenstreet's comprehensive fleet management solutions that support the entire driver lifecycle, along wit…
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In this deeply personal dispatch, Hollie reflects on the unlikely path from a ballet studio in rural Australia to frontlines across the globe. Drawing from her recent article, Hollie opens up about how the discipline, grace, and storytelling of dance shaped her into the journalist she is today. Through stories of her working-class upbringing, early…
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Lester Kiewit speaks to Prof. Dilip Menon, Professor of History in the International Relations Department at Wits University. Today’s discussion points include some of the latest developments in the India-Pakistan conflict; an International Booker Prize for Indian author Banu Mushtaq; and India’s extreme left parties in crisis. Good Morning Cape To…
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Lester Kiewit speaks to Duncan McLeod, the editor of TechCentral, about what Elon Musk’s Starlink programme will mean for the country if it is allowed to operate in South Africa. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with…
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America’s defence dome plan, Russia’s mystery radio station sending out indecipherable codes, and the McMigraine Cure - can a Coke and fries combat severe headaches? Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authent…
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Lester Kiewit speaks to Duma Gqubule, an independent economist about the cuts made in the 2025 national budget by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana. Will it be enough to offset the scrapping of the VAT hike, or what other cuts will be required? Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is …
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Lester Kiewit speaks to Prof Patrick Bond, Director of the Centre for Social Change in the Department of Sociology at University of Johannesburg, about the rather unusual official meeting between US President Donald Trump and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa at the White House. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the Ca…
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Zoë Prinsloo founded Save A Fishie a few years ago after she saw the famous video of a sea turtle with a plastic drinking straw embedded in its nose, and she embarked on a quest to find eco-friendly alternatives to single use items such as plastic straws. Lester Kiewit speaks to her about the journey and how far we still need to go. Good Morning Ca…
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The South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) conducted an investigation into the ferry operated by Robben Island Museum and found severe deficiencies in the ferry’s condition, prompting concerns over passenger safety and the museum’s adherence to maritime regulations. Lester Kiewit speaks to Siphuxolo Mazwi, Senior Manager for Marketing and …
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Lately we've noticed that something we think about all the time here at Planet Money is having a viral moment: recession indicators! From the more practical (like sales for lipstick going up and men's underwear going down) to the absurd and nonsensical (like babysitter buns coming back into style?) — people are posting to social media every little …
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Lester Kiewit reflects on South Africa’s first avocado exports to China and what this breakthrough means for local farmers and future trade, in conversation with Subtrop CEO Derek Donkin. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape …
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Lester Kiewit speaks to Dr Imtiaz Sooliman, the founder of Gift of the Givers about the desperate situation in Gaza where the United Nations says the lives of 14 000 babies are at risk if they cannot access aid following prolonged Israeli blockades. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programm…
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Support for Israel waning due to violence and lack of aid reaching Gaza; a disputed election in Romania; Peppa Pig has a sister! Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morni…
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Lester Kiewit speaks to Bloomberg Senior Reporter Loni Prinsloo about a deal that could see Elon Musk’s Starlink program allowed to operate in South Africa without complying with any Black Economic Empowerment laws. This comes as President Cyril Ramaphosa is on a special visit to the U.S to soften relations. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewi…
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Lester Kiewit speaks to Clement Manyathela, who will be broadcasting his show on 702 from 9am-12pm from Washington DC, where South African President Cyril Ramaphosa will be meeting with US President Donald Trump later in the day. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic …
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The Service Level Plan between the City of Cape Town and the Passenger Rail Agency of SA (PRASA), which is the first step in moving the management of passenger rail to the City, has still not been finalised; the thorny truth of Lesotho’s rosehip industry; people living along the N2 near Mfuleni want the City of Cape Town to include them in its budg…
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The polyphagous shot hole borer beetle (PSHB) was noticed here in Cape Town in 2023, and we are now seeing the devastating impact it has had on certain species of trees. Lester Kiewit speaks to Mark Johnston, the media co ordinator for TreeKeepers Cape Town which is a citizen-based association committed to conserving our urban forests. They suggest…
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Episode #346: Mark Farmaner, Director of Burma Campaign UK, reflects on Myanmar’s multiple crises and shares his multi-decade relationship with the country. Initially engaged through public demonstrations, Farmaner’s work evolved into policy-oriented advocacy aimed at cutting off the military’s power through sanctions, revenue disruption, and denia…
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Africa has seen an explosion of fin tech start-ups over the past few years, and it has been growing at a pace that’s unmatched by any other region. Lester Kiewit speaks to Crystal Orderson to discuss why this has been such a growth sector and why African governments, investors, and corporate players need to leverage opportunities in the digital spa…
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Lester Kiewit gets The Africa Report with Simon Allison, co-founder and international editor of The Continent. They discuss why M23 are finding it harder to govern Goma than seizing it; under-pressure militants launch new attacks in northern Mozambique; Egypt was once the cultural centre of the Arab world - but now musicians and artists are moving …
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Lester Kiewit speaks to Paul Makube, an agricultural economist at First National Bank, about the importance of South Africa’s agricultural trade with the U.S. This after President Cyril Ramaphosa included Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen as part of his delegation to visit US President Donald Trump to repair fractured diplomatic and trade ties.…
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New hope for peace talks after a phone call between Trump and Putin, plans for a remote prison in the Amazon, and a stealthy drug smuggler (caught carrying drugs into a Costa Rican jail. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This prog…
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It has been almost twenty years since six-year-old Asheeqah Noordien disappeared in June 2005 while playing at a park in Manenberg. Now, a tip-off has led to the possibility that she is living in Philippi. Lester Kiewit speaks to Jacqueline Jansen, her grandmother, who has never given up trying to find her. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit…
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Lester Kiewit speaks to Velenkosini Hlabisa, Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, about why it is important for the country to review the White Paper on Local Government, as it offers an opportunity to reinvigorate local government structures and improve service delivery. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast…
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Lester Kiewit speaks to Rise Mzansi organiser Makashule Gana, about the latest developments in their efforts to get Home Affairs to stop using Betway as a sponsor for wi-fi at their offices. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Ca…
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Arthur Goldstuck joins Lester Kiewit from California, where he is attending the Google I/O developer conference. They also discuss the bold statement made last week at the annual conference of Qlik Connect, where they all but declared the end of software; why the Huawei Watch 5 is the gadget-of-the-week; and whether one can legally record a convers…
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Lester Kiewit spoke with Dr Andrew Turner of Cape Nature about the rediscovery of the elusive Boosmansbos long-tailed forest shrew and what it means for conservation in the Western Cape. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape T…
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As Israel launches a new offensive in Gaza, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declares the goal is full control of the Strip, a move that could signal the war’s final phase. We speak to The Telegraph’s David Blair about what this means for Israel’s military strategy, international support, and the deepening humanitarian crisis. Plus: Britain and th…
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Lester Kiewit speaks to veteran broadcaster Chris Gibbons about the passing of Primedia and 702 founder Issie Kirsh who passed away at the age of 90. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative…
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Jose Mujica, the former Uruguayan President who charmed the world, died last week at 89; China’s Growing Engagement in Latin America underscores how the region must position itself strategically amid shifting geopolitics; a Brazilian bovine beauty pageant; the new Pope’s connection to Latin America. Lester Kiewit speaks to Professor Lyal White, fac…
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