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In conversation with others, we explore how poverty affects the mind, relationships, emotions and society as a whole, and what can be done to change it. Hear from activists, researchers, policy makers, and those with lived experience of poverty around the world.
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J-PAL Voices

J-PAL North America

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Rigorous research paired with visionary public policy has shaped countless policies and programs worldwide. In this podcast from MIT's Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL), you’ll come to know the stories behind the impact. Hear from advocates and program coordinators, researchers, and most importantly, the participants themselves about why these programs matter to them and why they should matter for all of us.
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Breaking the Cycle of Poverty

Shepherd Community Center

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“Breaking the Cycle of Poverty” explores why poverty remains such a persistent problem in the United States and how individuals and organizations can help people secure economic independence and a higher quality of life.
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This podcast series gets at the ugly truth of why marginalized populations stay on the margins. Dr. Kish begins this needed discussion sharing her personal journey of over 20 years going upstream to find solutions to people-centered issues within severely broken systems including education, health care, justice, labor and housing. She charges each person to be brave while challenging bullies, wimps and poverty pimps who are uniquely positioned to stunt progress.
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Poverty Research & Policy

Institute for Research on Poverty

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The Poverty Research & Policy Podcast is produced by the University of Wisconsin-Madison's Institute for Research on Poverty (IRP) and features interviews with researchers about poverty, inequality, and policy in the United States.
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Some confused Christians who worry about justice: the gap between rich and poor, the oppression of people within our society, and many other things. Join us for rambling conversations, lots of questions, and very few answers.
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Extreme poverty can be solved! Host Wade Griffith, executive director of the Shanta Foundation, discusses innovative solutions to global poverty and hunger. Guests include development implementors, funders, and recipients. Special thanks to Fort Lewis College's radio station, KDUR, for their recording expertise and live airing of RISE.
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A bimonthly podcast educating Mississippians about the needs of fellow citizens, encouraging residents to work together to change the trajectory of our families and children, and sharing success stories.
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Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
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Host Cory Doctorow coined the word "enshittification" to describe the state of the modern internet: a broken down, decaying place, once full of promise, now overrun with intrusive ads, hateful trolls, aggressive algorithms, zero privacy, and AI-generated slop, with every billionaire tech titan in a race to the bottom to bleed their users and their customers alike. It can feel like it was inevitable — but it didn't have to be this way.The modern internet is the result of decisions made by pow ...
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Podcast From A Poverty Skola from the Unhoused Nation called amerikkklan- The introduction to the podcast series created by formerly unhoused, incarcerated revolutionary daughter of Dee, single.mama, co-founder of POOR magazine/Prensa POBRE/ , journalist, teacher, poet &welfareQUEEN
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The Nonprofit Spotlight

Holy Trinity Lutheran Church

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Sit down with inspiring leaders from local and national nonprofits. Discover the latest trends affecting our community, the challenges they face in providing essential services, and how YOU can get involved to make a positive impact. Join us for a podcast that will change the way you think about giving back.
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With Arms Wide Open

St. Vincent de Paul Louisville

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Join us for St. Vincent de Paul Louisville’s monthly Podcast, “With Arms Wide Open.” This podcast will share stories of people and programs in the Louisville community. Our podcast strives to shine the light on people and services that are of value to our Louisville family.
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An award winning front-line investigative news magazine focusing on human, civil and workers rights, issues of war and peace, Global Warming, racism and poverty, and other issues. Hosted by Dennis J. Bernstein.
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Policy for the People

Oregon Center for Public Policy

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Welcome to Policy for the People, a show that explores the public policies that can lift up all Oregonians. This show is a collaboration between KMUZ radio (kmuz.org) and the Oregon Center for Public Policy (ocpp.org).
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Metropolis

Lux Radium

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A murder mystery in neon utopia. An audio drama, by Lux Radium. While ace reporter Nan Kanally and the rest of the world struggle through post-war poverty, Metropolis has assembled a neon utopia on an icy, distant island. It’s an electronic heaven made possible by a fleet of astonishing autonomous robots. But Metropolis holds its secrets tightly. The only word that gets out is from the few reporters they invite. One of them is Nan’s best friend, the sportswriter Stanley Bronfels. But when St ...
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Exploring inequality, abuse and oppression around the world, we hear from those directly involved in an issue, examine the structural context to find why rights abuse exists, and look for possible solutions. Read articles related to these issues and episodes at the web site of The Upstream Journal - www.upstreamjournal.org. We are pleased to see that Human Rights Magazine is a top-rated human rights podcast at Feedspot. (https://blog.feedspot.com/human_rights_podcasts/)
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Cityview Podcast

Cityview Church

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Cityview Church is a church in Columbus, OH. We are an imperfect community of inclusive, authentic Jesus-followers striving to be a community of healing and growth, for ourselves and our city. We envision a world where trauma is healed, community is authentic, poverty is alleviated, injustice is corrected, unconditional love is experienced, and everyone knows they are a beloved child of God.
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IFPRI Podcast

International Food Policy Research Institute

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The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) provides research-based policy solutions to sustainably reduce poverty and end hunger and malnutrition in developing countries. Established in 1975, IFPRI currently has more than 600 employees working in over 50 countries. It is a research center of CGIAR, a worldwide partnership engaged in agricultural research for development.
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Gospel Con Carne

Mobile Loaves & Fishes

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The ‘Gospel Con Carne’ is a gritty journey of Tex-Mex theology that explores the woundedness of society through untold stories of homelessness. Our host, Alan Graham, is the founder and CEO of Austin, TX-based Mobile Loaves and Fishes – a social outreach ministry that has been empowering communities into a lifestyle of service with the homeless for more than two decades. Alan also is the lead visionary behind the innovative Community First! Village – the country’s only master-planned communi ...
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The UK's longest running satirical website, gives a comedy round up of the news. With topical gags, lively debate and regular guests. Launched by John O’Farrell in 2006 with the noble aims of eradicating global poverty, creating a lasting peace in the Middle East and providing a daily dose of humour to bored people at work. And in many respects we have already achieved so much more. Our book: https://tinyurl.com/ure669ss
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The Development Podcast brings together the latest data, research and cutting-edge solutions that can pave the way to a sustainable future – everything from poverty to climate change, education to nutrition, and a whole lot more. We’ll take you on a journey around the world of international development in this World Bank's flagship monthly podcast. More information: http://wrld.bg/f2SX50MJyZB
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The Charter Cities Podcast explores how charter cities can help solve some of the largest challenges of the 21st century, from urbanization to global poverty to migration. Each episode Mark Lutter interviews experts in international development, new cities, finance, entrepreneurship, and governance, to develop a better understanding of the various aspects of charter cities If you want to learn more visit the Charter Cities Institute at https://www.chartercitiesinstitute.org/
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The Awakening

American Family Association

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The Awakening deals with the pressing issues confronting Americans today - cultural, economic, political and national security. Your host, Bishop E.W. Jackson, founder and president of S.T.A.N.D (Staying True to America’s National Destiny), is on a mission to awaken the body of Christ and all Americans to the fundamental threat to the spiritual and moral foundations of our Constitutional Republic. Instead of mere rhetoric, he offers real solutions to the problems America faces, such as inner ...
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CURE America

The Center for Urban Renewal and Education

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Get ready to dive into the pulse of a nation in crisis with CURE America—a podcast that doesn’t just talk about America’s toughest issues, it confronts them head-on! Racial tension tearing communities apart? Riots shaking the streets? Poverty gripping millions? Police reform debates heating up? This is where the stakes are high, the questions are bold, and the answers are fearless. Founded by the unstoppable Star Parker, a syndicated columnist and author who’s battled urban poverty and polic ...
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”Untold Tales from This Side of Nowhere” is a hilarious podcast about the mishaps and adventures of life in the rural West. Join host Connor Jones as he recounts previously untold tales about Al and his twin brother Fred’s experiences growing up on a ranch this side of nowhere in Poverty Flats, Wyoming, as well as various exploits in the great outdoors. You’re sure to laugh so hard you cry, or at least get a decent chuckle out of it. Come along for the ride!
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Join Sean Spence for today's Poverty Minute covering headlines on homelessness across the nation. Discover the positive strides being made in Oklahoma City with decreasing homeless percentages and in Syracuse, New York, where a new health wing has been opened at a shelter to better assist those in need. Veterans in Amarillo, Texas, have surpassed f…
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In this Climate Rising episode in our series on climate resilience, Jacqueline Novogratz, Founder and CEO of Acumen shares how impact investing is agriculture is helping smallholder farmers build climate resilience. Jacqueline shares insights from two decades of investing in poverty alleviation that includes climate resilience and adaptation social…
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With only five years to go before the goal of ending extreme child poverty, we are off track to achieve this. But there are valuable lessons from countries that have made significant progress to accelerate efforts.In this episode, we discuss what works to reduce child poverty with members of the Global Coalition to End Child Poverty.Find out more o…
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The 1960s and 1970s were a time of tremendous change politically and culturally in the United States. Federal legislation and policy enshrined voting rights and implemented measures to increase equality, but there were still many areas in which those changes fell short for people of color and those living in poverty. In her new book, “Poverty Rebel…
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There has been mixed reactions to President Cyril Ramaphosa's appointment of a commission of enquiry into allegations of corruption against Police Minister Senzo Mchunu. The Minister has since denied the allegations and said he will corporate fully with the commission. This has no doubt further dampened the already bruised image of the South Africa…
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In the past year, young people took to the streets in Kenya against the proposed government tax bill. Kenya is facing an economic crisis and ate the second largest borrower from the International Monetary Fund. Meanwhile, young people in Kenya are facing the major challenges of unemployment, inequality, political exclusion and poverty. Violent clas…
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In Episode 7 of the Freedom Cities Podcast, Mark Lutter sits down with Alex Voss, CFO of Tipolis, a company pioneering the development of new cities around the world based on private governance models. Alex shares his journey from investment banking to building freedom-enhancing urban communities and dives into the evolving global landscape for cha…
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Good morning. In today's Poverty Minute, Sean Spence covers the pressing issues of homelessness across various states in the U.S. In California, the rising count of homeless students signifies progress in reporting efforts, although the problem remains critical. New York faces persisting service gaps for the homeless despite unprecedented funding l…
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In this inspiring episode of Nonprofit Spotlight, we sit down with Dr. Amber Burton, veterinarian, CEO, and founder of Wolf Trap Animal Rescue (WTAR). What began in her home with 30 puppies has grown into a life-saving operation that has rescued and rehomed over 12,000 animals in just ten years. WTAR specializes in transporting at-risk puppies and …
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In today's Poverty Minute, Sean Spence highlights pressing issues faced by low-income families across the United States. In Ohio, renters are challenged by high housing costs, needing a substantial hourly wage to afford basic accommodation. In Florida, the ongoing insurance crisis is hitting the poorest counties the hardest, leaving families vulner…
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When your friends start interrupting you to say they've already heard the story you're telling, it's either time to get some new friends or time to get some new stories. Both can be expensive. But what if you had a story no one has heard yet? One even the person who knows you best has never heard?By jonesconnora
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On this episode of Appointed, Kim is joined by the Honourable Iain Rankin, Member of the House of Assembly of Nova Scotia and former Premier of Nova Scotia, for a timely conversation on poverty, dignity, and the push for a guaranteed livable basic income (GLBI) in Canada. Drawing on over a decade of experience in provincial politics, MLA Rankin sha…
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American Indian Movement founder, Bill Means, speaks out on turning Alcatraz back into a maximum security prison: and Violent ICE sweeps met by peaceful resistance in Sacramento California, as dozens are arrested in the latest sweep. And Flashpoints contributor Francisco Herrera The post Stopping Alcatraz From Becoming A Prison Again appeared first…
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The 18th of July is marked as Nelson Mandela International Day where many are out and about doing all sorts of charity work playing their part in giving back to society. We all know that Mr Mandela was about reconciliation and nation building and showing the world how our country is capable and a good example how a great nation is formed. So this m…
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Our next guest hails from and began her musical journey at the tender age of 12 when she started taking classical lessons in the piano. This journey has taken her to stages in Europe and the United States of America not only as a performer but an educator as well. She has been invited as an artist in residence at the University of Southern Californ…
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In this episode of the Poverty Minute, host Sean Spence highlights key challenges impacting low-income families across the United States. Learn how 1.4 million renters face potential eviction due to proposed HUD time limit changes and the ongoing struggles with poverty wages. Discover Arizona's recent triumph as 352,000 residents receive medical de…
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Timestamps: (01:55) The Social Policy Association (SPA) and the East Asian Social Policy Research Network (EASP) (04:15) The Hospitality Sector – Serving the Future Project (07:30) Learning Disabilities & Employment (10:30) Child Poverty (14:40) Housing & Health (19:10) Labour One Year in Office: Tax Policy & Wealth Taxes? (24:30) Key Takeaways fro…
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Today on the show: Over a hundred more Palestinians murdered in cold blood in Gaza today. The attacks included the bombing of a Catholic church in Gaza where man women and children were sheltering. As we do every Thursday, we’ll the independently produced weekly newscast from the electronic intifada, with Nora Barrows Friedman: Also Trump says he’s…
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Earlier this week, ActionSA filed a criminal complaint against medical aid schemes found to have shown racial bias against black healthcare practitioners in the peirod 2012 to 2019. The complaint was filed on the basis of the Section 59 investigation panel report released last week that concluded that the procedural fairness rights of some doctors …
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Residents of Komani, formally know as Queenstown in the Eastern Cape are approaching the Constitutional Court to rule whether the Enoch Mgijima Local Municipality should be dissolved. At the centre is what they say is the municipality’s inability to deliver services like electricity and waste collection. Other issues they are raising are lacking a …
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Good morning, I'm Sean Spence with today's edition of the Poverty Minute. We delve into America's escalating poverty crisis, highlighting pressing issues across the nation. The Bronx emerges with the highest senior poverty rate in New York State, while Detroit schools risk a critical loss of $16 million due to frozen federal education funds, jeopar…
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Did you know that in the split-second it took you to read the title of this episode, your subconscious already figured out that it was going to be extremely good? Peter and Michael talk about Malcolm Gladwell's "Blink," a book that is mostly cute scientific anecdotes but also indirectly resulted in millions of taxpayer dollars being wasted on fraud…
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Today on the Show: We broadcast live from the Medicine For Nightmares Book store in the heart of San Francisco’s Mission District: We spend the entire hourwith Dr. Nolan Cabrera, featuring his new book, BANNED, THE FIGHT FOR MEXICAN AMERICAN STUDIES IN THE STREETS AND IN THE COURTS The post Live Broadcast From The Medicine For Nightmares Bookstore …
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In this episode, host Sambhav Choudhury speaks with Ariel Zucker, Assistant Professor of Economics at UC Santa Cruz. Ariel discusses her journey from an early interest in global health disparities to becoming a development economist specializing in experimental approaches. She shares insights from her research on health interventions for diabetes p…
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Yesterday (Tuesday) the Independent Electoral Commission presented its report on the 2024 general elections to parliament where they spoke about some of the challenges they faced. Some of the concerns they raised is disinformation on social media and capacity to handle it. The Commission's chairperson Mosotho Moepya also spoke about the unprecedent…
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Los Angeles is at the center of America's homelessness issue, showing a decline in the homeless population for two consecutive years despite ongoing challenges. California's housing crisis also underscores persistent state-wide policy issues. Maryland faces a rise in homeless students, increasing by 25% over six years, while Spokane County sees a p…
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In this compelling episode, Bishop E.W. Jackson discusses the importance of faith in America and how it aligns with the principles laid down by the Founding Fathers. He emphasizes the need for Christians to stand firm in their beliefs amidst a culture that often seeks to silence them. Bishop Jackson also highlights President Trump's recent efforts …
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Today on the show: Pro-Palestinian activist, Yves Engler, faces backlash by Canada’s support for Israel Yves runs for office in Montreal with the New Democratic Party. Also ICE and Homeland Security on the Attack in the South Bay , just south of San Francisco: we’ll feature a special report as people brace themselves for potential expanded deportat…
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Today we’re sharing an episode from the Click Here podcast from Recorded Future News and PRX. The early Internet was all about hope and utopian possibilities. But the founder of the Citizen Lab, Ron Deibert, always had an unsettled feeling about the web and its dark underbelly. So he created a team of digital sleuths to investigate. More episodes o…
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We end the show by talking to the Free State Education MEC about their success and performance over the years especially the matric results. Yesterday (Monday), they launched the Multi-certification program that they say is aimed at equipping learners with industry-specific credentials in fields such as IT, finance, agriculture, technical and touri…
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In today's Poverty Minute, Sean Spence sheds light on America's ongoing struggle with inequality. While Los Angeles County sees a decrease in homelessness for the second consecutive year, San Jose faces an increase, highlighting the uneven progress in addressing homelessness. Meanwhile, faith leaders rally in the South to protest budget cuts, claim…
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Former band director David Willson shares the transformative teaching philosophy that changed countless lives over a long career, including 32 years at Ole Miss. From humble beginnings in Jackson, Mississippi, Willson's journey reveals how music education became his pathway out of poverty and into a life of purpose. He was our host, Dawn Beam's ban…
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IFPRI Policy SeminarThe Future of Youth Jobs in Agrifood Systems in AfricaHosted by IFPRI, the CGIAR Policy Innovations Program, the CGIAR Gender Equality and Inclusion Accelerator, and the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA)July 15, 2025Africa’s population is the youngest of any region, affording the continent an adequate workforce to…
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Today on the Show: Ziad Abbas, Executive Director of the Middle East- Children’s alliance joins us for a Gaza update and to talk about a major action MECA is sponsoring later this month. Also we continue our drum-beat reporting on the Homeland Security Sweeps, taking place now across the state and the country: We’ll be joined in Los Angeles by long…
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The Labour Court of South Africa in Johannesburg, in a judgment delivered on the 20th of June 2025, dismissed a review application concerning the use of vulgar language during a Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality meeting directed at the convener. The Court held that the arbitrator’s findings on both the employee’s guilt and the sanction impos…
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These past few weeks saw a huge shake in the political arena which started off with the spat between the ANC and the DA due to the firing of former deputy minister of Trade and Industry Andrew Whitfield. The DA in retaliation decided to boycott the National Dialogue. Then it was Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi exposing a criminal syndicate th…
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Welcome to today's Poverty Minute with Sean Spence, where new advancements in food accessibility and nationwide housing news take center stage. Online grocery stores have now begun accepting SNAP benefits, offering increased access to food across the nation. California's response to its housing crisis is highlighted with the establishment of a new …
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More than four million people have fled the conflict in Sudan since it erupted in 2023, mostly to neighbouring countries where they endure severe hunger. Many wish to leave the region. How is the outside world dealing with this refugee crisis? What are the deciding factors in who may leave and who must stay? In this episode of Human Rights Magazine…
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In this episode of Nonprofit Spotlight, we sit down with Maralee Gutierrez, Founder and Executive Director of Comunidad, a grassroots organization grounded in the values of human dignity and thriving community. Maralee shares how these core beliefs shape every aspect of their work—from food distribution and education programs to computer literacy, …
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This weekend marks the feast day of Benedict- a 6th century monk who had his own rule, which has survived down the centuries. That rule emphasises moderation, work and prayer. Our journey this morning will begin in the Great Italian Monastery of Monte Cassino as we learn about the man himself and how he shaped monasticism in Western Europe. The Ben…
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