Best America The Bilingual Podcasts (2024)

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Tax credits aim to help child care financial burdens 0:56

1h ago0:56

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Families, child care providers and employees may see some relief in their taxes next year. The programs, the Child Care Tax Credit and the School Readiness Tax Credit, aim to lessen the financial burden for families, providers and those helping improve early education across the state.By Nebraska Public Media

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A look at America's longest-running Black rodeo 3:54

4h ago3:54

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The longest-run Black rodeo in the nation, the Roy LeBlanc Okmulgee Invitational Rodeo takes place every year in Okmulgee, Oklahoma. This year, hundreds of spectators and competitors from across the country celebrated the rodeo’s 69th anniversary.By Nebraska Public Media

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217 Today: At America’s longest-running Black rodeo, ‘real cowgirls and cowboys’ carry on a rich history

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In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about the oldest continually run Black rodeo in the U.S.By The 217 Today Podcast

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Persistence Pays Off: Cynthia’s Spanish Success Story ♫ 208 43:13

1h ago43:13

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In this episode, Tamara interviews Cynthia, a dedicated member of the Spanish Fluency Club, who shares her journey to becoming fluent in Spanish. She talks about the challenges she’s faced over the years, like dealing with language differences in her Cuban family and the lack of resources when she first started learning. 💬 If you’ve ever felt stuck…

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Ricketts hosts Federal Issues Forum at Nebraska State Fair 1:18

2h ago1:18

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Sen. Pete Ricketts hosted a forum at the Nebraska State Fair on Monday. Alongside Congressman Adrian Smith and other state and federal agribusiness leaders, the group focused on agriculture, trade and government regulations. Ricketts said government overregulation from the Biden administration is hurting Nebraska agriculture producers and he encour…

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Influence Weekly #50 - MrBeast's Secret Guide, TikTok Tops YouTube, & Influencers Flood DNC 3:50

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Welcome to Influence Weekly, the podcast where we delve into the latest in influencer marketing and the creator economy. I'm Kailani, and in today's packed episode, we're unraveling the secrets behind MrBeast's 36-page guide to YouTube success and the controversies it's stirring up. We'll also discuss how TikTok has edged out YouTube, becoming the …

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An interview with Nebraska’s new state climatologist 5:40

2h ago5:40

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Meteorologists and climatologists often have a tough job explaining climate change to the public. Now, a new person is leading Nebraska’s Climate Office. Nebraska Public Media’s Dale Johnson sat down with the state’s new climatologist to find out what she hopes to accomplish in her new role.By Nebraska Public Media

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217 Today: Reflecting on 56 years since Project 500

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In today's deep dive, we’ll listen to a conversation with one of the alumni of Project 500.By The 217 Today Podcast

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217 Today: Urbana’s Yankee Ridge Multilingual School opens to support bilingual education

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In today's deep dive, we’ll listen to a conversation with the principal of the new multilingual elementary school in Urbana.By The 217 Today Podcast

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Walz supporters remember his early years in rural Nebraska 5:12

2h ago5:12

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Minnesota Governor and Democratic Vice-Presidential Nominee Tim Walz spent the first half of his life in Nebraska, where he says he learned the value of hard work. While Walz was in Chicago for the Democratic National Convention, Nebraska Public Media’s Brian Beach visited the places Walz once called home.…

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Crete couple travels feature 4:08

2h ago4:08

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A couple living in Crete are embarking on a unique journey to visit every community in the state. Nebraska Public Media’s Sarah Lawlor followed them to a town just west of Lincoln.By Nebraska Public Media

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Fremont High School starts the year with new skills labs 0:52

3h ago0:52

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Fremont High School starts the year with new skills labs to improve future employment opportunitiesBy Nebraska Public Media

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217 Today: Union leaders, Pete Buttigieg attack Donald Trump during an Illinois delegation’s breakfast

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In today's deep dive, we’ll listen to what some speakers had to say during yesterday morning’s breakfast at the Democratic National Convention.By The 217 Today Podcast

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217 Today: Delegates reflect on Kamala Harris’ nomination at the Democratic National Convention

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In today's deep dive, we’ll listen to what some delegates at the DNC have to say about the convention and Kamala Harris entering the presidential race.By The 217 Today Podcast

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Senators pass slimmed-down tax bill to end special session 5:47

1d ago5:47

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The Nebraska Legislature finished its special session on property taxes Tuesday, giving final approval to a tax bill that was significantly smaller than what was originally proposed.By Nebraska Public Media

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Independent Dan Osborn submits petition for Nov. ballot 0:49

2h ago0:49

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Independent Dan Osborn submitted his petition to the Nebraska Secretary of State Bob Evnen’s office aiming to get his name on the ballot for United States Senate. Osborn is running against incumbent Deb Fischer. The union leader and veteran said his campaign sent off about 12,000 unverified signatures to the Secretary of State Bob Evnen. Osborn sai…

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Gering high schoolers help build new preschool classrooms 3:34

22h ago3:34

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The high schoolers in the construction trades program at Gering Public Schools helped expand the preschool program in the district. The students spent the last year building four new preschool classrooms that will open this fall.By Nebraska Public Media

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217 Today: Gov. JB Pritzker says his wife may be the final decision maker in his next political move

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In today's deep dive, we’ll hear parts of Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker’s speech at the DNC yesterday and what he says it’ll take for him to run for a third term.By The 217 Today Podcast

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Días lluviosos, conciertos en vivo, y viajes memorables: Una charla con Kesia, Jael, y Kelly (parte 2) ♫ 207 48:16

12h ago48:16

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In this episode, host Tamara Marie continues the conversation with Spanish con Salsa coaches Kesia Sosa, Jael Tórrez, and Kelly Delgado. The discussion covers favorite places to relax in their cities, dream concerts, and the most special trips they’ve taken. This episode is a great opportunity to practice your listening skills as the entire convers…

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Healing Ribbons New Director 0:46

2h ago0:46

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A Nebraska nonprofit for Indigenous women is expanding its reach.By Nebraska Public Media

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Influence Weekly #49 - TikTok vs. Snap Battle, Biden's Creator Summit, & Zoé Mahfouz's Rise to Fame 4:25

44m ago4:25

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Welcome to Influence Weekly, the podcast that keeps you at the forefront of influencer marketing and the creator economy. I'm Kailani, and in today's episode, we're dissecting the strategic moves by TikTok and Snap as they aim to outpace Meta's stronghold on influencer agencies. We'll also dive into the highlights from President Biden's first-ever …

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Fourth Osborn internal poll shows close race with Fischer 1:07

2h ago1:07

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A new internal poll from independent Dan Osborn’s campaign found his race with incumbent Republican Sen. Deb Fischer within the margin of error. The poll, conducted by YouGov between July 31 and August 12, showed Fischer with 43% and Osborn with 41% of 500 registered voters. Most national election forecasters continue to show both Nebraska Senate r…

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More than 5,000 people watched the first horse races in Columbus 0:54

3h ago0:54

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The horse racetrack at Harrah’s Columbus ran its first slate of races this weekend. About 5,500 people visited the race track over the course of three days in Columbus.By Nebraska Public Media

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A major CO2 pipeline through the Midwest cleared a big hurdle 3:45

9d ago3:45

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Iowa recently gave the greenlight for what could become the largest carbon capture and sequestration project in the world. But regulatory hurdles, lawsuits and questions remain there and in neighboring states.By Nebraska Public Media

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217 Today: Protesters to converge on Chicago, aiming to make their mark — and stay safe

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In today's deep dive, we’ll learn how protesters have prepared to get their message out during the Democratic Nation Convention this week.By The 217 Today Podcast

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Senators advance property tax credits; consider bigger changes 5:42

2h ago5:42

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Nebraska lawmakers gave second-round approval to expanded property tax credits Friday and gave a preliminary nod to a constitutional amendment to make bigger changesBy Nebraska Public Media

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Demand for Thoroughbred race horses 5:23

4d ago5:23

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Nebraska is trying to catch-up with the demand for Thoroughbred race horses.By Nebraska Public Media

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Heat is likely killing more people in the Midwest 0:44

1h ago0:44

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Heat kills more people every year than any other climate-driven disaster. But experts say hot temperatures are likely causing even more deaths than official numbers show.By Nebraska Public Media

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217 Today: The Funk Family’s impact on farming and American history

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In today's deep dive, we’ll listen to a conversation with author Chris Bodenner about the Funk farming family of central Illinois.By The 217 Today Podcast

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Lawmakers divided over doing a little or trying something more 4:37

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Senators in the Nebraska Legislature wrestled with a scaled-down property tax relief proposal today/Thursday, divided between those who said something is better than nothing, and those who want to try and do something more.By Nebraska Public Media

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NDOT launches program to help with federal grant applications 1:13

2h ago1:13

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A program to make it easier for Nebraska communities to apply for federal transportation grants recently launched. Jodi Gibson with the Nebraska Department of Transportation said the Nebraska Infrastructure Hub was developed to help local and state agencies apply for money from the Infrastructure and Investment Jobs Act. The Hub includes a grant pa…

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Friday marks the first day of racing at Harrah's Columbus 0:57

2h ago0:57

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Horse racing returns to Columbus this weekend but at a brand new location. The race track at the recently opened Harrah’s Columbus casino will host its first racing days starting Friday.By Nebraska Public Media

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217 Today: Relive six key moments from the violent, chaotic 1968 Democratic National Convention

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In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about the Democratic National Convention in Chicago that took place in 1968.By The 217 Today Podcast

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Legislature moves toward budget cuts 4:32

2h ago4:32

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The Nebraska Legislature moved toward advancing a series of budget cuts today/Wednesday, despite arguments they could hurt services and were not necessary.By Nebraska Public Media

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LPS sees success with no-phones, digital hall pass 0:40

9d ago0:40

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Lincoln Public Schools started its second school year with a no-phone policy. The district also expanded it's digital hall pass system. Officials say both are helping improve the classroom environment.By Nebraska Public Media

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Lincoln will add a second bilingual early childhood education 0:57

8d ago0:57

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Lincoln will open its second bilingual preschool and childcare location this fall.By Nebraska Public Media

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217 Today: Here’s why health experts advise caution when attending state fairs in the time of bird flu

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In today's deep dive, we’ll learn why some health experts advise caution when attending state fairs this summer.By The 217 Today Podcast

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Legislature advances vastly scaled-back property tax bill 5:19

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The Nebraska Legislature gave first-round approval Tuesday to a vastly scaled-back proposal to relieve property taxes.By Nebraska Public Media

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Platos favoritos, tecnología y supertsiciones: Una charla con Kesia, Jael, y Kelly ♫ 206 39:52

7d ago39:52

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Ready to take your Spanish listening skills to the next level and learn more about Latin American culture? 🎧 In this episode, host Tamara Marie is joined by Language Coaches Jael Tórrez, Kelly Delgado, and Kesia Sosa from the Spanish con Salsa team for an engaging conversation. We talk about cultural superstitions from Nicaragua 🇳🇮, Cuba 🇨🇺, and th…

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NAPE appeals CIR decision on Pillen's executive order 1:07

3h ago1:07

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The Nebraska Association of Public Employees is appealing a labor court decision regarding remote work to the Nebraska Supreme Court. In July, the state labor court ruled that Governor Jim Pillen’s executive order requiring state employees to end most remote work arrangements without union bargaining was fully under his authority. Union executive d…

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217 Today: Culturally responsive teaching focuses on student learning, not just test scores

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In today's deep dive, we’ll listen to a conversation with a retired education professor from the University of Wisconsin-Madison about critical race theory and culturally relevant teaching.By The 217 Today Podcast

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Influence Weekly #48 - Trad Wives Drama, Influencers Redefine Travel, & Hot Jobs in Creator Economy 3:33

4h ago3:33

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Welcome to Influence Weekly, the podcast where we delve into the heart of influencer marketing and the creator economy. I'm Kailani, and in today's episode, we're unpacking the ongoing controversy surrounding 'trad wives' and the backlash faced by TikTok star Nara Smith. We'll also explore how influencers are revolutionizing the travel industry, in…

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Legislature tees up key property tax vote for Tuesday 1:50

15d ago1:50

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The Nebraska Legislature moved Monday toward a potentially crucial vote Tuesday on a plan to reduce property taxes.By Nebraska Public Media

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Community reacts to consolidation of two rural Catholic schools 5:33

8d ago5:33

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Two Catholic 7-12 schools in rural Nebraska consolidated. The Archdiocese of Omaha made the decision due to growing priest and teacher shortages. While some in the community support the merger, others are against, saying they are losing the long tradition of their mascot.By Nebraska Public Media

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FBI shares risks for farmers at Agriculture Threats Symposium 1:00

11d ago1:00

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At the FBI’s Agriculture Threats Symposium in Omaha Monday, Special Agent in Charge Gene Kowel outlined major cybersecurity risks. The bureau is worried about potential ransomware attacks from criminal groups and foreign adversaries which could shut down farming operations during harvest or planting seasons. Kowel said the security risk is growing …

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Gering’s Japanese Hall highlights little-known history 0:44

11d ago0:44

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Gering’s Japanese Hall highlights little-known history of Japanese Nebraskans and boosts local tourismBy Nebraska Public Media

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217 Today: What’s Your Story? Urbana Free Library seeks visual artists for new program starting this fall

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In today's deep dive, we’ll learn about the Artist in Residence Program at the Urbana Free Library.By The 217 Today Podcast

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Inaugural Nebraska Justice Summit held in Omaha 1:00

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The inaugural Nebraska Summit on Justice and Disparities was held at Creighton University Friday. Prison reform activist and New York City councilman Doctor Yusef Salaam was the keynote speaker. The event focused on Nebraska’s criminal justice system, juvenile detention and equitable law enforcement.…