The Heat
The Heat delves into one big news story every episode and breaks down how these stories impact people like you. We are talking to experts and journalists from around the world with the goal of bringing your perspectives based on first-hand accounts.
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- 5
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- Sep 24, 2026
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- Sep 20, 2026
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Interview with Rwandan Foreign Minister Olivier Nduhungirehe (opens the original)
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We spoke with Rwandan Foreign Minister Olivier Nduhungirehe in New York where he is attending the United Nations General Assembly. He discussed several issues including calls for greater African representation at the UN, the significance of President Xi's US visit and Rwanda’s ties with China. #UN #Rwanda #China #US #Heat
Interview with Ecuadorian Foreign Minister Roberto Kury (opens the original)
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High level debate is underway at this year's UN General Assembly as the world faces conflicts, climate change and economic headwinds. We spoke with Ecuadorian Foreign Minister Roberto Kury about his country’s challenges, relations with China and President Xi’s visit to the United States. #Ecuador #Trump #Xi #Heat
One on one with Astrid Schomaker | UN Biodiversity (opens the original)
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What are some of the major challenges to protecting our biodiversity in this era of climate crisis? We spoke with Astrid Schomaker, Executive Secretary of the UN Convention on Biological Diversity, about what it will take to protect the world's land and oceans. #UN #Biodiversity #climatechange #Heat
One on one with ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric (opens the original)
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The International Committee of the Red Cross has personnel involved in key operations throughout several conflict zones across the world as it provides medical assistance and humanitarian support. We spoke with ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric about the organization's ongoing operations and the challenges it faces on the ground. #Heat
One on one with Melissa Fleming | UN Global Communications (opens the original)
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For an institution like the United Nations, credibility and public trust are central to its ability to communicate during global crises. We spoke with Melissa Fleming, UN Under-Secretary-General for Global Communications, about how the organization can build greater cooperation and trust. #UN #Heat
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