A podcast exploring the world of design and how it is shaping the future of Africa through in-depth conversations with thought leaders and notable professionals.
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David Donde brings us a show on cars for adults. Honest reviews of cars and motoring issues and opportunities for our listener.
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This is a platform for Start-Ups, to serve as enablement to entrepreneurs. We create a media hub for entrepreneurs to be heard, showcase their businesses and also share lessons they've acquired on their entrepreneur. The Show inspires, motivates, and informs on doing business
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THE 3RD SECTOR, as the name implies, adopts the semi-formal indices of broadcasting to tell the stories of nonprofits in Africa and the individuals that run them, who are working assiduously to change the narrative and actual life experiences of 21st century Africans. This is simply an attempt at AFRICANS TELLING THE STORY OF AFRICAN RESILIENCE AND GRACE! Modeled to reflect the 17 subsets and outcomes of the United Nations sustainable development goals, THE 3RD SECTOR will adopt a project im ...
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Smithsonian magazine covers history, science and culture in the way only it can — through a lens on the world that is insightful and grounded in richly reported stories. On There's More to That, meet the magazine's journalists and hear how they discover the forces behind the biggest issues of our time. Every two weeks, There’s More to That will give curious listeners a fresh understanding of the world we all inhabit. Host and Smithsonian magazine editor Chris Klimek is a longtime public radi ...
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Bootstrap Farmer Radio is a podcast that focuses on empowering growers and gardeners with the knowledge and resources they need to be successful, whether they are backyard gardeners, flower farmers, or market farmers. We interview farmers from all walks of life to share their experiences and give helpful tips to growers, no matter where they are in their journey. If you’re just starting your gardening business, an experienced market farmer or home gardener, or growing your first plants in th ...
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Breaking Defense’s editor, Colin Clark, did international radio for six years covering East Africa. He’ll bring his dulcet tones and sharp wit to bear doing 15-minute interviews of top lawmakers and Pentagon officials. To add some spice, Colin will also take his mic along to weapons tests, production lines and military bases to give listeners a first-hand taste of the realities of what it takes to design, build and use the weapons we buy. He’ll also cover the major defense shows — AUSA, AFA’ ...
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This show introduces the topic of ‘creative economy’ in Africa’s economic and development agenda. It explores the potential of the creative industry to provide new opportunities for developing countries, in particular African countries, to leapfrog into emerging high-growth areas of the world economy. The creative economy is a vital and growing engine of growth and employment in many countries of the world. According to UNESCO, the creative economy is one of the most rapidly growing sectors ...
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Looking to explore the intersection of AI and journalism? Influential thought leaders in the industry join data scientist and media entrepreneur, Nikita Roy, each week to explore what's next with AI and its implications for the media landscape. In each episode, industry experts discuss how automated newsrooms have the potential to change journalism and uncover opportunities to optimize workflows and increase efficiency without compromising journalistic integrity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c ...
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Congresswoman Anna Eshoo: Shaping the Future of AI Policy
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Rep. Anna Eshoo (D-Calif.), co-chair of the U.S. Congressional AI Caucus and one of Time magazine's 100 most influential people in AI, shares her perspective on the opportunities and risks of AI with host Nikita Roy. With over three decades of experience in the U.S. House of Representatives representing parts of Silicon Valley, Rep. Eshoo has been …
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Fine Motoring - 09 Aug 24 - Ford Ranger Tremor
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Ford has a new high end Ranger Derivative, who is it for?By David Donde
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As Hurricanes Get Stronger, Can a $34 Billion Plan Save Texas?
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After Hurricane Ike destroyed thousands of homes and inflicted an estimated $30 billion in damages in 2008, engineers hatched an ambitious plan to protect southeast Texas and its coastal refineries and shipping routes from violent storms. The $34 billion collaboration spearheaded by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is a harbinger of the type of mas…
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David tests the second smallest BMW SUV, does it pole through the mustard? Listen to find out.By David Donde
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Fine Motoring - 26 July 24 - Africa Travel By Motorcycle
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David and his brother are about to embark on travels around Southern Africa by BMW GSA 1250 Motorcycles.By David Donde
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Have you ever felt embarrassed by the need to carry a towel, or even a fresh shirt, with you during the most sweltering months of the year? You shouldn’t. Sweating is one of the most remarkable ways our bodies protect themselves when the mercury heads north. With summer temperatures spiking around the world as the sweat-filled Olympic Games begin i…
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Natali Helberger: Audience-Centric Approaches to AI Ethics in Media
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Natali Helberger, Professor of Law and Digital Technology at the University of Amsterdam, joins host Nikita Roy to explore the complex ethical landscape of AI in journalism. In this conversation, they discuss everything from recommendation algorithms and filter bubbles to the EU AI Act and the future of responsible AI adoption in media. Recognized …
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Fine Motoring - 19 July 24 - Hyundai i20 1.0T N Line DCT
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Impressions on the flagship N-line facelifted Hyundai i20.By David Donde
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We're over here making podcasts, and you're over there listening. Let's bridge that gap! We want to know more about you, like: why you're listening, what your favorite topics are, and what Smithsonian magazine can do to make "There's More to That" even better. Tell us what you think at smithsonianmag.com/podcastsurvey.…
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Fine Motoring - 12 July 24 - Ever wanted to buy a used car in another city? There is a solution
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David spoke to the Founder and CEO Mike Schlebach of Screan.By David Donde
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The Wild Story of What Happened to Pablo Escobar’s Hungry, Hungry Hippos
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Four decades ago, Pablo Escobar brought to his Medellín hideaway four hippopotamuses, the centerpieces of a menagerie that included llamas, cheetahs, lions, tigers, ostriches and other exotic fauna. After Colombian police shot Escobar dead in December 1993, veterinarians removed the animals—except the hippos, which were deemed too dangerous to appr…
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Garance Burke: A Journalist's Guide to Investigating Artificial Intelligence
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Garance Burke, a global investigative journalist at the Associated Press, joins host Nikita Roy to discuss the crucial role of journalism in holding AI systems accountable and the challenges reporters face in covering this complex topic. Burke, a global investigative journalist with The Associated Press, has been at the forefront of investigating t…
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David tests a cat that doesn't growl, but does the Jaguar i- Pace have fangs?By David Donde
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Fine Motoring - 28 June 24 - Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Motor Electric
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David falls in love with a Volvo with 1 gear and two motors.By David Donde
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‘The Crime of the Century,’ a Century Later
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The past hundred years have seen more than one high-profile prosecution branded as the “crime of the century.” The shocking 1924 crime that was among the first to carry the title turned out to be a harbinger of how public mania around criminal cases could influence the legal system, and how psychiatry would be used and abused by prosecutors and def…
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Fine Motoring - 21 June 24 - Mitsubishi Pajero Sport Aspire
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The Pajero sport is Mitsubishi’s flagship, is it worthy?By David Donde
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Ole Reissmann: Revolutionizing a Legacy Newsroom with AI at Germany's Der Spiegel
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Ole Reissmann, Director of AI at Der Spiegel, joins host Nikita Roy to discuss how the legacy German news organization is harnessing AI to enhance their journalism and streamline newsroom workflows. The episode explores Der Spiegel's initiatives to integrate AI into various aspects of its operations, from automating routine tasks like SEO title gen…
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Fine Motoring - 14 June 24 - Ford Ranger Wildtrak X
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Ford’s best bakkie yet? Perhaps. Listen to the review.By David Donde
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America’s Best New Restaurant Celebrates the Flavors of West Africa
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African cuisine has always been well represented in the United States, particularly in dishes characterized as “Southern” in origin, like gumbo or hoppin’ john. But even before chef Serigne Mbaye’s New Orleans eatery Dakar NOLA was named the Best New Restaurant of 2024 at the James Beard Awards this week, the contributions of the African diaspora t…
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The spacious luxurious and affordable family car from Mazda, tested by David DondeBy David Donde
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Jaemark Tordecilla: Unlocking the Potential of Custom GPTs for Newsrooms
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Jaemark Tordecilla, Nieman Fellow at Harvard University, joins host Nikita Roy to discuss the potential of using custom GPTs for journalistic purposes. Jaemark is the former editor-in-chief and senior assistant vice president of News and Public Affairs at GMA News, the Philippines' leading digital news organization. For the past year as a Nieman Fe…
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Why tyre pressure monitoring matters ?By David Donde
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How Americans Got Hooked on Counting Calories More Than A Century Ago
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In 1918, Lulu Hunt Peters—one of the first women in America to earn a medical doctorate—published the best seller Diet and Health With Key to the Calories, making a name for herself as an apostle for weight reduction in an era when malnutrition was a far greater public health threat than obesity. She pioneered the idea of measuring food intake via …
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Adrian Gill: How AI Image Generation is Revolutionizing the Graphic Design Industry
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Adrian Gill, the founder and CEO of Ad Hoc Industries and the former creative director of the Harvard Innovation Labs, joins host Nikita Roy to explore the transformative impact of AI, especially image generation tools, on the creative design industry. Gill brings a wealth of knowledge in creative direction, strategy, and brand management from his …
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Fine Motoring - 24 May 24 - Chery Tiggo 7 Pro MAX 290T AWD
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David Reviews the Chery with all the whistles and few bells.By David Donde
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ENCORE: Those Orcas (Still) Aren't Doing What You Think
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Last summer, news reports of orcas deliberately tearing the propellers off of yachts in the Strait of Gibraltar thrilled observers who were eager to cast these intelligent and social pack hunters as class warriors striking a blow for the “common mammals” against the one percent. That turned out to be wishful thinking, according to guest Lori Marino…
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Fine Motoring - 17 May 24 - Country Trax Adventure Riding courses
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After years of riding, David finally learns how to really control a motorcycle at countrytrax.co.zaBy David Donde
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The excellent Omoda C5 is reviewed but it has an unusual sounding flaw.By David Donde
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Fine Motoring - 3 May 24 - Suzuki Eeco Camper Van
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The Van that Can, David tests the Suzuki Eeco built up as a camper van. #Vanlife for the win.By David Donde
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How Artificial Intelligence Is Making 2,000-Year-Old Scrolls Readable Again
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When Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 C.E., it covered the ancient cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum under tons of ash. Millennia later, in the mid-18th century, archeologists began to unearth the city, including its famed libraries, but the scrolls they found were too fragile to be unrolled and read; their contents were thought to be lost forever. Onl…
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Mattia Peretti: Balancing AI Innovation with Journalistic Integrity
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Mattia Peretti, former manager of Journalism AI at the London School of Economics and current Knight Fellow at the International Center for Journalists, joins host Nikita Roy to share insights on balancing AI innovation with journalistic integrity. The episode explores an AI literacy initiative at Internews, which created a platform for knowledge e…
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BMW launches the X2, and David gives his impressions.By David Donde
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The effects of worn tyres on performance in wet weather are noted thanks to Tiger Wheel and tyreBy David Donde
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As highways encroach ever further into animal habitats, drivers and wildlife are in greater danger than ever. And off the beaten path, decaying old forest roads are inflicting damage as well. “Roads are this incredibly disruptive force all over the planet that are truly changing wild animals’ lives and our own lives in almost unfathomable, unaccoun…
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Join Us at Farm Resort: 2 Days of Game-Changing Farming Secrets with JM Fortier
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Join us at the Farm Resort in White Wright, Texas on April 27th and 28th for an event that will transform your farming skills. Learn from JM Fortier, an experienced market farmer and speaker. Get ready for workshops on boosting farm productivity, soil management, and innovative growing techniques. You'll also have the opportunity to see hands-on de…
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Our Resident Motoring Journalist, David Donde, sees if the 5 door Jimny is the little 4x4 that canBy David Donde
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A review of Fine Motoring Volvo’s fast and frugal XC40 Twin EV (electric)By David Donde
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Eclipses have been a subject of fascination throughout human history, and the fact that we now have a clearer understanding of what they actually are—at least in the celestial mechanics sense—than we did in centuries past has not made them any less exciting. With the North American total solar eclipse just days away as we’re releasing this episode,…
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Florent Daudens: Building an AI-Literate Newsroom at Radio Canada
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Florent Daudens, the outgoing Director of Newsgathering and Deployment at Canada's National Public Broadcaster, Radio-Canada, joins Nikita Roy to share how he led AI literacy initiatives in their newsroom. In his role, Florent focused on enhancing the news department with AI as well as managing operations across national, parliamentary, and foreign…
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David Reviews the impressively designed Omoda C5 230T, does it live up to its impressive looks?By David Donde
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Fine Motoring - 22 Mar 24 - Mercedes GLE 300d
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The Big and Bold Mercedes GLE 300d is reviewed by David, is it the luxury wagon you think it is?By David Donde
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Before it was even published in 2006, historian James Swanson’s book Manhunt: The 12-Day Chase for Lincoln’s Killer attracted the notice of Hollywood. After several prior attempts to adapt the nonfiction thriller for the screen, the first two episodes of the seven-part Apple TV+ miniseries Manhunt finally premiered on March 15, with the subsequent …
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This talk with returning guests from Bouldin Food Forest. Vanessa Bates and Ben McConnell are for individuals interested in or currently engaged in market farming and navigating the new challenges and opportunities that come with being over 50. As we age, our physical capabilities can change, and once straightforward tasks may become more demanding…
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The Mercedes S350D is it the Luxury car it purports to be? Full reviewBy David Donde
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Ezra Eeman: Navigating the AI Frontier at the Dutch Public Broadcaster NPO
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Ezra Eeman, the Director of Strategy & Innovation at the Dutch Public Broadcaster NPO joins Nikita Roy to discuss NPO's AI strategy, revealing the complexities of navigating this frontier within a decentralized network of 13 broadcasters. From leveraging AI for accessibility and efficiency to cautious experiments with synthetic voices and avatars, …
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When Disaster Strikes: Real Stories of Farm Resilience & Recovery
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In September 2023, Bouldin Food Forest faced a test of strength and spirit when ferocious winds tore through their farm, ravaging structures and leaving chaos in their wake. In this heartfelt video, Vanessa and Ben unveil the reality of severe weather impacts on agriculture and share a powerful testament to resilience and recovery. Watch as they re…
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Fine Motoring - 08 Mar 24 - BMW M2 Competition
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David tests the BMW M2 Competition and it is in one word magnificent.By David Donde
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A Bigger in Texas Market Farm | Bouldin Food Forest
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Meet Ben and Vanessa of Bouldin Food Forest serving the Austin, Texas market. Bouldin Food Forest grows rich, nutrient-dense food using regenerative agriculture methods. It’s a throwback to when agriculture was about craftsmanship, not industrial mechanization and chemicals favored by today’s large factory farms. The result: beautiful vegetables an…
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8 Profit Crops for Greenhouse Growing
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The Greenhouse and Hoop House Grower's Handbook What crops make the most money in a Hoop House? What options do farmers need when growing year-round? What are ways big growers leverage every square inch of protected culture? Andrew Mefferd, the author of The Greenhouse and Hoop House Growers Handbook, discussed his motivation and observations in wr…
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Before Beyoncé and Taylor Swift Ran the World, There Was Joan Baez
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Taylor Swift and Beyoncé have achieved a degree of power in the music industry that singer/songwriters of earlier eras like Joan Baez—as the folk icon tells us—never even contemplated. Six decades ago, Baez was part of a folk revival that regarded music not merely as entertainment but as a vessel for political engagement and social change. In the d…
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