• A World In Sound

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A World In Sound

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  • An Aladdin’s cave of good storytelling from Mike Johnson, helping to make sense of how the world works and featuring personal experiences from around the globe
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  • Green Steel: Possible, or Pipedream?

    Green Steel: Possible, or Pipedream?
    Jun 22 2022

    From cars to cutlery, fridges to bridges, steel has become an essential part of our lives. But the carbon emissions which result from steelmaking are taking a heavy toll on the environment. With climate change at the top of the global political agenda, the race is on to forge a new generation of greener steel. But there are fears about how much that will cost to achieve
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    9 mins
  • Gambling With Lives

    Gambling With Lives
    Jun 22 2022

    With a smartphone only an arm's reach away, gambling has never been so easy. For some people the temptation is too much, and the resulting debts spiral out of control. In this episode, one smartphone gambler who became an addict talks of how her habit led to self-harm and thoughts of suicide. Authorities and experts are getting concerned. So could the global gambling industry be doing more to help?
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    12 mins
  • Africa Rising… On The World Music Stage

    Africa Rising… On The World Music Stage
    Jun 22 2022

    African music is taking the world by storm. African artists are winning global awards and embarking on international tours. Major record companies are keen to cash in. So what does it all mean for a new generation of African musicians? Features interviews with artists including Nomcebo Zikode from South Africa and Ghana's Eazzy. Warning: contains great music
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    13 mins
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