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Host Marco Werman and his team of producers bring you the world's most interesting stories that remind us just how small our planet really is.

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Indexed episodes, last 90 days
48
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Sep 9, 2026
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Jul 6, 2026

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  1. Episode · Sep 9, 2026

    Spain's far-right moves closer to power (opens the original)

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    A coalition between Spain’s Populist, anti-immigrant Vox party with the center-right Popular Party could move the country closer to the far-right than ever before. Also, with the US military focused on its war with Iran, we look at how prepared Washington is to defend its Pacific allies. And, a delegation from Jamaica asks King Charles to seek guidance on whether Britain is obligated to pay reparations for its role in the transatlantic slave trade. Plus, we take a listen to music that brings tog

  2. Episode · Sep 8, 2026

    Decoding the causes of the Nepal-Tibet flooding disaster (opens the original)

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    Flooding is common in Nepal, but the avalanche that triggered water and debris to surge down the Trishuli River was of an entirely different magnitude. We take a look at the causes behind the disaster. Also, a small village in France that’s become a popular place for students to learn about Chinese history. And, an art detective talks about how "smash and grab"-style museum heists have become a growing trend across Europe. Plus, a song about Gaza that’s gone viral for touching on the themes of c

  3. Episode · Sep 7, 2026

    Labor Day Special: The US celebrates 250 years (opens the original)

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    As the United States honors its workers this Labor Day, it’s been 250 years since the nation was founded. We look at a defining ideal in the Declaration of Independence promoting “life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness” that was meant to resonate beyond the US. Also, a conversation about how the US’ current political fault lines have colonial roots. And, a discussion about the role North America's sovereign tribal nations played in the American Revolution, and the impact that it had on Indig

  4. Episode · Sep 4, 2026

    Latest updates from flood rescue efforts in Nepal (opens the original)

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    In Nepal today, some welcome but unexpected news as two survivors were rescued — alive — from the tunnel of a hydropower plant, some nine days after getting trapped by devastating floods. Also, the Spanish Women's Football League has announced it will subsidize the procedure for players on the national team to freeze their eggs. And, Giorgia Meloni becomes Italy’s longest continuously serving prime minister since Benito Mussolini. Plus, finding hospitality in an unknown part of the Indian Himala

  5. Episode · Sep 3, 2026

    Intelligence report alleges Morocco provoked Ceuta migration crisis (opens the original)

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    A new intelligence report alleges that the Moroccan government masterminded the recent migration crisis in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. Also, heat, drought and war have disrupted the global food supply, hiking food prices. And, after trade talks between the US and Canada fell apart, Canadians are fighting back with boycotts of American alcohol and other products. Plus, a look at Gloria Steinem’s impact on women’s rights around the world. Photo credit: AP

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