Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchDigital detox: welcome to the offline club for those wanting a screen-free connection
A new kind of club has emerged in Amsterdam—one where participants choose to go offline, away from their phones and other devices. The gathering refl…
2 months, 4 weeks ago
Rwanda tries to protect farmland in Africa’s most densely populated nation
The rhythmic sounds of construction muffle the thud of farmers' hoes on a chilly morning in Rwanda's capital, where new efforts aim to protect remain…
2 months, 4 weeks ago
Workers at major Colorado meatpacking plant win wage increases in deal with JBS USA
Workers at one of the nation’s largest meatpacking plants, who staged a multi-week strike, have reached an agreement with plant owner JBS USA, the co…
3 months ago
New Yorkers flock to Manhattan park for lovable woodcocks’ bobbing strut
American woodcocks came to New York City looking to strut their stuff, and New Yorkers fell in love. The curious birds, known for their bobbing walks…
3 months ago
Why ‘unretired’ seniors are picking up gig work to pay the bills
Before Stu Goldberg begins his night shift driving for Uber, he pulls out a notebook to read a handwritten list of reminders. "No tickets. Full stops…
3 months ago
A bus in Havana that transports bikes becomes the ride that matters during Cuba’s fuel crisis
One sweltering afternoon in the Cuban capital, dozens of commuters on bicycles, scooters, and electric motorcycles gathered in a tidy row at the entr…
3 months ago
From Macintosh to iPhone: 50 years of Apple gadgets celebrated in new museum
The innovations of Apple Inc. are on show at the new Apple Museum in the Netherlands. It traces 50 years of the iconic brand's innovations, from its …
3 months ago
Business brains turn waste food into sought-after oil and fuel
Korogocho is one of Nairobi's busiest food markets, where there's a never-ending supply of food waste. It could become an environmental problem, but …
3 months ago
Australia accuses major tech firms of ‘failing to obey the laws’ over online child account ban
Australia’s online safety watchdog said it was considering a court case against Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, and YouTube, alleging they are…
3 months ago
World Food Prize goes to food safety scientist for preventing millions of cases of foodborne illness
A scientist who pioneered the modern food processing safety standards used around the world was awarded this year’s World Food Prize, crediting his w…
3 months, 1 week ago