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Tales of travel and mystery by thriller novelist, Kent Babin. Season 2 is a Southeast Asian thriller blending cryptocurrency, heroin trafficking, and money laundering. Produced by Edwin Lundgren. Season 1 features the adventures of Gerhardt van Jaarsveld and Hans Bergman in Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Kyrgyzstan. More information at: https://accidentalintrigue.com. Help keep us caffeinated: https://buy.stripe.com/28o7uBgTRgmO21G8ww
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Russian Roulette

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Russian Roulette takes a look at the politics, economics, and culture of Russia and Eurasia through both interviews and lively discussion with experts from the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) and around the world. Hosted by CSIS Russia and Eurasia Program experts Olga Oliker and Jeffrey Mankoff.
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Formula Indie Asia, Africa & Oceania is a 2 hours music showcase focused on independent music made in Asia, Africa & Oceania produced by European Indie Music Network info on www.euroindiemusic.info Country List Algeria, Angola, Saudi Arabia, Australia, Armenia, Georgia Moldova,Ukraine, Israel, Turkey, Russia, Azerbaijan,Bahrain, Bangladesh, Benin, Bhutan, Burma, Botswana, Brunei, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia,Cameroon, Cape Verde, Chad ,China, Comoros, Rep of the Congo, DR of the Congo, So ...
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The Sweeper is a football podcast unlike any other. Once a week, journalists Lee Wingate and Paul Watson bring you unique and quirky football headlines and stories from across Europe and the wider world that you won’t hear elsewhere. Whether it’s San Marino’s 20-year winless run, Greenland’s week-long season or the two-team league in the Scilly Isles, The Sweeper does not focus on Europe’s top five leagues - but instead casts its net across FIFA’s 211 members and beyond. Join us for a whistl ...
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Silk Road Stories

Freer Gallery of Art and the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery

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The Freer and Sackler Galleries’ Silk Road Storytelling group is made up of volunteers from the Washington DC community who have cultural ties to various sites along the ancient Silk Road. They trained with professional storyteller Louise Omoto Kessel to learn to tell stories from their homelands including Turkey, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Afghanistan, Iran, Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, China, Mongolia, Korea, and Japan. Here is a sample of their stories. We trust that listeners will experienc ...
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Missionary, worship leader, speaker Philip Renner shares his experience of being at the forefront of a worship revival in former USSR for past 4 years. Philip has served as Worship leader and youth pastor at Good News Moscow Church with his father Rick Rick Renner. at Good New Moscow Church a thriving church of 4000 in Moscow. No small feat considering Philip and his family of missionaries are Americans from Oklahoma! Philip and his team Renner Worship has led worship for churches, events fo ...
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Chain Reaction

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Chain Reaction is the Foreign Policy Research Institute’s flagship network of podcast series examining the political, security, economic, and social trends shaping Europe and Eurasia. Throughout the year we are talking with experts about developments in Russia’s war in Ukraine, the new European security order, the past, present, and future of the Baltic States, Russia’s political economy, and great power competition in the region. Join us each month for : The Continent, Bear Market Brief, Ba ...
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Adventure banter with doers of epic deeds and runners of outrageous distances. Tales of tenacity, lessons in resilience, advice for new adventurers and more from endurance athletes, expeditioners and elite coaches. Hosted by Will Roberts, a Content Creator, Reporter and Presenter with an endurance sports obsession. Welcome, pals.
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The RnA Outdoors Podcast covers all things hunting, fishing, and the outdoors. In each episode, we interview experts in the outdoors industry to share knowledge and help our fellow sportsman be successful.
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Wild Yoga Tribe

Lily Allen-Duenas

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The Wild Yoga Tribe Podcast is a treasury of teachings, conversations, and insight on what yoga is and what yoga offers. It features vulnerable, soul-shifting conversations with yogis and yoga teachers from around the world who share their own yoga journey, their thoughts on the entire path of yoga, and what yoga is like in their own countries. Hosted by Lily Allen-Duenas, The Wild Yoga Tribe Podcast shines a light on the global yoga community— on the entire yoga ecosystem. It's time to open ...
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These podcasts are related to camping and Overlanding equipment and trips. Follow me as we take the discussions to everyone about the right way forward for you. Instagram - instagram.com/4x4outfar/ Website - www.4x4outfar.com Youtube - https://youtube.com/@4x4OutFar Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/4x4outfar/support
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Writer, traveler, meddler Joe Baur chats with creative types ranging from writers and musicians to craft brewers and journalists about the travels that have helped define their lives in this travel podcast. For more, visit WithoutAPath.com and JoeBaur.com.
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Mindshift is a new podcast brought to you by the Homecoming project. The best evidence shows that children thrive in families, not orphanages. And yet, each year, millions of pounds and dollars are sent to support orphanages, with thousands of people volunteering or visiting them. Featuring inspiring interviews with people from all over the world, this podcast tackles the big questions about how we care for children globally and will equip you to advocate on behalf of vulnerable children, pa ...
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25 years has gone since one of the most progressive agendas for women’s rights and gender equality came about: The Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action. As time has gone by, feminists around the world are taking stock, where are we now and how far has we yet to go in our quest for social and gender justice? Listen to interviews with activists from around the world that was conducted at the regional Beijing+25 forums in Europe/Central Asia and Asia-Pacific. The podcast is led by Women’ ...
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Until now I believe that the process of travelling is something that we take for granted. Hence, the need for Tales of a Traveller podcast where I discuss and share my travel stories along with those of the amazing people i've met along the way
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No Blackout Dates, hosted by Eben Diskin and Tim Wenger, is the official podcast of Matador Network and provides a truly unfiltered and honest look at the world of travel and adventure. Join these two travel writers each week for completely raw stories from the road that any responsible editor would (and has) cut from print. They talk about what it’s like to travel for a living, introduce you to the wild characters they’ve met along the way -- from astronauts and flight attendants to Amsterd ...
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In the early 1990s, Kyrgyzstan was often referred to as an “island of democracy” in Central Asia. Three distinguishing features of Kyrgyzstan include an active political opposition, a vibrant civil society, and independent media outlets.The current government is eliminating all three of those distinctions. On this episode of Report in Short, Aaron …
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Why has the Global South, historically on the receiving end of colonialism and imperialism, maintained what might be called a neutral stance towards Russia's war against Ukraine? Ivan Grek, Director of the Russia Program at George Washington University’s Institute for European, Russian and Eurasian Studies, joins Aaron Schwartzbaum to discuss. For …
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Introducing a new limited series: The Ties That Bind: NATO at 75 and Beyond Maintaining political cohesion on the issue of continuing the flow of Western military aid to Ukraine is a pressing concern for NATO and will be at the top of the agenda when the heads of state and government of the 32 allies meet in Washington, DC from July 9th to 11th. Wh…
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Part 1 kicks off with some stories from around the footballworld. Why were the Solomon Islands locked out of their dressing room at the OFC Nations Cup? How come New Caledonia dramatically pulled out of the tournament? What are the most remote football tournaments in the world in terms of the distance to the closest inhabited land? And which footba…
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The European Championships are in full swing not only on the pitch but off it too. In Part 1, we pick out three themes from the opening stages of the tournament in Germany that have made us laugh: food wars, culture craziness & online polls/searches. Tune in to find out which country at EURO 2024 has the best national dish, who is empirically speak…
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As US assistance to Ukraine resumes after a long delay, Russian forces are making gains in northeastern Ukraine, and may be poised to expand their offensive push this summer. Will the resumption of US aid allow Ukraine to blunt this offensive, what is the likely trajectory of the war, and what does it mean to the US? To discuss these questions, ret…
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ANNAKYE – Ocean ARQ : Azlan Ramli Quartet – No Regrets Blackchords - More Than You May Ever Know CALVIN CLONE – Cult Song DANSY – Bad Actress DAVID MAC – Stop Dancing DEREK LEE GOODREID – Sinner DEYMINBROWN – Know DHRUV AGRAWAL – Mantra ELITAL RYCHTER – Next Time You Break My Heart EUGECUBE – For you HAZEL RAY – My Demon Kabusa Oriental Choir – Sos…
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This week, Max sat down for a public conversation with Hanna Notte and Jon B. Alterman to discuss how the governments of Russia and Iran have strengthened their political, economic, and security collaboration since the launch of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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What did commemoration of the dead look like in Medieval Livonia and how did memoria shape group identities in the region? Dr. Gustavs Strenga shares insights into his research and parallels with modern-day memory wars. Baltic Ways is a podcast brought to you by the Association for the Advancement of Baltic Studies, produced in partnership with the…
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EURO 2024 is just around the corner and we have put the tournament under the spotlight in typically Sweeper style in Part 1. How did Austria’s Maximilian Entrup go from a third-tier amateur/PE teacher to a place at EURO 2024 in the space of a year? Does Georgia’s Budu Zivzivadze harbour any regrets about choosing football over chess? Who is the onl…
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Greenland tops the agenda in Part 1 following the news of their CONCACAF application and their friendly against Turkmenistan – the Arctic island's first game against a senior men’s national team since 2013. But what are their odds of making it into the governing body of North and Central America & the Caribbean? Where will they play their home game…
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Benedict questions Noah’s plan to deal with Cicero and Max, Seamus meets an old friend, and Valeria learns some interesting information from Pieralessio. Intro/Outro music: The Steppes by Sujay Govindaraj (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sujaygovindaraj.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) Background music (in order of appearance): Les Toreadors by Bizet A Night Alone by TrackTribe Thai Instr…
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We've now reached the finish line of the Hellenic Mountain Race. This episode is a little longer than previous and for good reason. Allan sits with some of our riders at the seaside in Nafpaktos to hear about their races. These experiences are difficult to capture in such a short time frame, and but we hope these conversations give you a glimpse of…
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Welcome to day 7 of the Hellenic Mountain Race. While the vast majority of our riders have reached Nafpaktos, we still have a handful of riders out on course battling the snail in hopes of making the finishers party on Saturday evening. In the small village of Kastania, there's a surprise oasis in the form of a restaurant run by locals Dimitra and …
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Maria sat down with Russian independent journalist and author Mikhail Zygar, and University of Oxford professor Christopher Davis, to discuss the recent string of anti-corruption charges at the Russian Ministry of Defense, and the replacement of Sergei Shoigu with Andrei Belousov at the ministry’s head. What does all this mean for the current compo…
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Welcome to day 6 of the Hellenic Mountain Race. We now have a full podium for both the men and women, as well as our first place pair. Christophe Djikmanns took the top step in the men's race, while Mascha Wahlig won the women's category. After some sleep and food, they sat down with our host Allan to give us the story of their journey from Meteora…
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Welcome to day 5 of Hellenic Mountain Race. Today Allan catches up with riders at CP3 in the ski resort town of Karpenisi. Karpenisi is the final major town before riders head out into the wild for the final arduous stretch. We hear from our eventual women's winner, Mascha, as well as a host of other characters. This podcast is made possible thanks…
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Welcome to Day 4 of the Hellenic Mountain Race. While the head of the race is nearing the finish line, there's still a long road to go for many. Allan catches up with riders at the haven that is CP2. By now, many stories have begun to surface. Race Director Nelson Trees also provides an update on the field and how things have unfolded so far. Tune …
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Part 1 contains an international round-up of European minnows inside and outside of UEFA. In which version of football has Gibraltar become a European champion? Why has Corsica recently hosted their counterparts from Sardinia, Sicily & St. Martin? Will we watch San Marino vs. Slovakia from the top of a water slide? And which football stadium stradd…
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Welcome to day 3 of the Hellenic Mountain Race. Many of our riders have now gotten their stamp at checkpoint one and are on their way into the wilderness beyond Metsovo. Allan spent the evening of Day 2 at CP1, catching up with riders before they took off. We also hear from some of our riders further back ahead of receiving their stamp and cap off …
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Welcome to day 2 of the Hellenic Mountain Race. After a rainy first night, many riders took shelter while others opted to push through. Allan caught up with our riders at various points along the course, from the beautiful Vikos Gorge, to Kipoi, to the highest point of the race just before checkpoint one. While we're only nearing 48 hours into the …
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Welcome to day one of the Hellenic Mountain Race. Early Saturday morning riders set off from the picturesque town of Meteora. After a scenic singletrack loop around the monasteries, riders headed into the mountains. In many ways this year is reminiscent of last year's circumstances, with heavy rain during the day and into the evening. Tune into see…
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Welcome to the Hellenic Mountain Race, an 880km fixed route, unsupported, single-stage cycling race through the mountains of Greece. With nearly 28,000 metres of climbing in some of the most remote landscapes in Greece, riders are in for an adventure. Allan Shaw reports live from registration, catching up with riders as they get checked in and lock…
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The death of Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi this past weekend has prompted questions about the future of the Islamic Republic, the role of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps in Iranian domestic politics, and succession race for Supreme Leader Khamenei. Afshon Ostovar, a FPRI Senior Fellow, joined FPRI President Aaron Stein to discuss the lates…
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Part 1 brings you a full round-up of all the news from the Benelux countries. What controversial actions recently earned a Dutch referee a lifelong ban from football? Why are two storied Belgian clubs facing an existential threat? And what strange series of events could lead to European football being played on a Luxembourgish campsite this summer?…
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On May 2, 2024, Maria sat down with Michael Kimmage and Mary Elise Sarotte to discuss Michael's newest book, "Collisions the Origins of the War in Ukraine, and the New Global Instability." "Collisions" is available for purchase from Oxford University Press.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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The Knoydart Peninsula is a serious contender for the most beautiful spot in the UK. Remote and tranquil, it's nestled in the West Highlands of Scotland, surrounded on one side by sea-lochs and stunning views across to the Isle of Skye, and on the other by a series of rugged Scottish mountains. The scenery is as beautiful as it is difficult to move…
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Part 1 of the latest Sweeper sees Lee & Paul profile three clubs from around the football world: Italians Como, Australia’s Central Coast Mariners & Petrocub of Moldova. Join us to find out where Italy’s richest club might be playing their Serie A home games next term, why the Central Coast Mariners have flown 100,000km in economy class this season…
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For today's special bonus episode, Max sat down with Tinatin Japaridze and Eto Buziashvili to discuss the ongoing protests taking place in Georgia. Georgian civil society is mobilizing yet again in opposition to the controversial "foreign agents" law being pushed by the ruling Georgian Dream party.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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For weeks tens of thousands of Georgians have taken to the streets of Tbilisi and other cities to protest their government's attempt to pass a so called "foreign agents" law, which they claim is intended to neutralize civil society and destroy independent media. To discuss the implications of these events for Georgia and the West, Ian Kelly, who se…
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Is this the best-ever Sweeper line-up? In Part 1, Lee & Paul discuss stories from the lower tiers in Spain, Germany & the Netherlands. How has a team from a Spanish villageof 100 people gained promotion? What are the smallest European settlements with a football team? Why did a German footballer hire a plane for a derby on a neighbouring island? An…
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This year, NATO marks its 75th anniversary, while the Baltic countries celebrate 20 years as members of the alliance. Dr. Lukas Milevski speaks about the history of that inclusion, and shares his thoughts about the future. Milevski is a tenured assistant professor at Leiden University, where he teaches strategic studies in the BA International Stud…
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Today, Max and Maria were joined by Tina Dolbaia and Nick Fenton, two members of the team at CSIS, to discuss the CSIS Europe, Russia, and Eurasia program's latest report, "Back in Stock? The State of Russia's Defense Industry after Two Years of the War."By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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Having just visited Malta and witnessed an historic weekend of football, Lee tells Paul all about the key events in Europe’s only island micro-state in Part 1. Who came out on top in the title-decider between Ħamrun Spartans & Floriana? Why do Valletta hold a funeral parade through the streets when they win the league? How has the island reacted to…
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Part 1 is all about Africa, where a kit controversy has escalated into a geopolitical dispute between Algeria & Morocco ahead of the CAF Confederations Cup semi-final between USM Alger & RS Berkane. Elsewhere on the continent, Rising FC from Rodrigues Island in the Indian Ocean have made the long voyage to mainland Mauritius to take part in the cup…
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Cicero and Max visit the shrink, Valeria learns some interesting news from Pieralessio, Seamus speaks to an old friend, and Benedict and Noah question the future. Intro/Outro music: The Steppes by Sujay Govindaraj (⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sujaygovindaraj.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠) Background music (in order of appearance): Dance Of The Sugar Plum Fairies by Tchaikovsky Light b…
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On this week's episode, Max and Maria sat down with Roman Dobrokhotov, the founder and editor-in-chief of the Russia-focused investigative media outlet, The Insider. Roman's team, along with colleagues at CBS's 60 Minutes and the German outlet Der Spiegel, recently concluded an investigation that uncovered evidence potentially linking Russia's mili…
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The latest Sweeper starts off in windy Wales with our visit to the game between Llantwit Major & Enfield Town in the Fenix Trophy and a wider look at the tournament regarded as the Champions League of non league. Then we're off to Scandinavia for some goalkeeper heroics, cupsets & geographical extremes, before finishing Part 1 in little Liechtenste…
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