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WBEZ's Worldview

WBEZ's global affairs program. Featuring in-depth conversations about international issues and their local impact. Also, foreign film reviews and human rights commentaries. Hosted by Jerome McDonnell.... Read more

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Comparing Oligarchy in the U.S. and Indonesia; Worldview's Producers Reflect On Their Experiences; Jerome Thanks Worldview's Listeners: "The thing that gives me hope is you."

Comparing Oligarchy in the U.S. and Indonesia; Worldview's Producers Reflect On Their Experiences; Jerome Thanks Worldview's Listeners: "The thing that gives me hope is you."

On today's show:Does the American condition of democratic governance with severe income inequality constitute oligarchy?... Read more

4 Oct 2019

50mins

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WV25: Reminiscing With Several Of Worldview's Former Producers

WV25: Reminiscing With Several Of Worldview's Former Producers

On today's show:Worldview ends its 25-year run tomorrow. Hear from a few of the producers that made Worldview happen eve... Read more

3 Oct 2019

51mins

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Rethinking Satyagraha 150 Years After Gandhi's Birth; Naomi Klein on Climate Justice and the Green New Deal

Rethinking Satyagraha 150 Years After Gandhi's Birth; Naomi Klein on Climate Justice and the Green New Deal

On today's show:Gandhian scholar Prasad Gollanapalli joins us to explain what the philosophy of nonviolence really means... Read more

2 Oct 2019

50mins

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Unpacking Gandhi's Legacy With Historian Vijay Prashad

Unpacking Gandhi's Legacy With Historian Vijay Prashad

On today's show:Tomorrow marks the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. Historian Vijay Prashad unpacks his legacy... Read more

1 Oct 2019

46mins

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Worldview: September 30, 2019

Worldview: September 30, 2019

On today's show:Author Colin Beavan explores how to mitigate desire, live a fulfilling life and do right by the planet w... Read more

30 Sep 2019

51mins

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Celebrating the Legacy of Film Contributor Milos Stehlik

Celebrating the Legacy of Film Contributor Milos Stehlik

On today's show:Worldview's film contributor Milos Stehlik passed away in July. We celebrate his legacy with members of ... Read more

27 Sep 2019

50mins

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Colombian Peace Deal in Jeopardy as FARC Rebels Rearm; Alliance of Global Cities Strive to cut greenhouse gases by 80-100%; Global Activism: The Nourishment Projects

Colombian Peace Deal in Jeopardy as FARC Rebels Rearm; Alliance of Global Cities Strive to cut greenhouse gases by 80-100%; Global Activism: The Nourishment Projects

On today's show:A peace deal that ended 50 years of civil war in Colombia is in jeopardy as FARC rebels accuse the gover... Read more

26 Sep 2019

50mins

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Pelosi Announces Impeachment Inquiry Over Ukraine; Global Notes: Secrets of Portugal

Pelosi Announces Impeachment Inquiry Over Ukraine; Global Notes: Secrets of Portugal

On today's show:Following the release of a rough transcript of President Trump's phone call with Ukrainian president Vol... Read more

25 Sep 2019

50mins

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Ukraine Scandal Could Lead to Trump Impeachment Proceedings; UN Climate Summit Recap; Undocumented Koreans in the U.S.

Ukraine Scandal Could Lead to Trump Impeachment Proceedings; UN Climate Summit Recap; Undocumented Koreans in the U.S.

On today's show:President Trump reportedly asked Ukraine's President to re-open an investigation into Joe Biden. We reca... Read more

24 Sep 2019

50mins

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Worldview Broadcasts Live from the Illinois Youth Climate Strike

Worldview Broadcasts Live from the Illinois Youth Climate Strike

On today's show:Thousands of Chicago-area students participated in the global youth climate strike in downtown Chicago t... Read more

20 Sep 2019

50mins

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