Archive for May, 2010
Best of Class 2010
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This week on War News Radio, we bring you the best of our stories from the Swarthmore class of 2010.
First, we find out how an influx of Iraqi refugees has shaped one neighborhood of Damascus, and the lives of those who call it home. Listen now to this report by Gabriel Ramirez.
Then, we’ll learn about Baghdad’s Al-Rasheed street. Madeleine Abromowitz has the story.
And, shopping for food can be a dangerous errand for families in Baghdad. We hear about some of the ways Iraqis have found to shop safely. Listen now to Cyrus Stoller’s report.
Finally, we also hear about the issues surrounding temporary marriages in Iraq. Emily Hager reports.
Best of Spring 2010
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This week on War News Radio, we present the best of our stories from this spring.
First, we find out about a device that blocks electronic communications in Iraq. Listen now to this report by Gabriel Ramirez and Alan Zhao.
Then, we hear from an Iraqi refugee about his struggle to land a job in the US. Listen now to Abdulla Mizead’s report.
We speak with a veteran about his two tours in Iraq, and about coming home. Listen now to Jared Nolan’s report.
Finally, an archaeologist tells us about his effort to protect Iraq’s artifacts, by talking with troops in training. Listen now to this report from Kyle Goeckner-Wald and Aaron Moser.
Channels of Peace
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This week on War News Radio, we present a show from our sister studio, the Sudan Radio Project.
First, we hear where the hope of bringing peace to Sudan is taking one women’s organization. Listen now to this report.
Next, a look at the challenges of clearing sixty years’ worth of landmines from Sudan. Listen now to this report.
Then, we learn about issues of representation in political processes for internally displaced persons. Listen now to this report.
And, we explore the role of Sudanese Catholic radio stations in spreading news and building ties across the country. Listen now to this report.
Back To School
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This week on War News Radio, we’ll hear about a project helping young Iraqis to pursue higher education in the States. Amandine Lee, Rosanna Kim, Sachie Hayakawa, and Gabriel Ramirez prepared this report.
Then, we hear from an Afghan-American who left Kabul on foot at age 14, and made his way in the US. Nick Felt reports.
Finally, how new soldiers are feeling as they head overseas. Gabriel Ramirez has the story.
These stories this week, plus the week’s news.
