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Big StoryBig Story Podcast: Buried – U.S. Bombs In LaosTiny Laos has the sad distinction of being the most bombed country in history because of an overt military intervention by the U.S. During the Vietnam War, the Nixon administration dropped more than two million tons of ordnance on Laos, more than twelve times the amount dropped on Japan in World War II, or a ton of bombs for every person living in the country. Almost a third did not explode, and for decades, up until now, these bombs have killed and maimed scores of people in rural areas and paralyzed economic growth.
In this poor...2024-12-1721 min
Full FrameFull Frame Podcast: Men of LettersJon Lee Anderson has covered some of the world’s most dangerous conflict zones, offering firsthand accounts from the heart of turmoil and unrest. His fearless reporting has taken him to the front lines of major international crises, where he has documented the human cost of war and conflict with remarkable detail and courage.
In addition to his coverage of global conflicts, Anderson’s work includes comprehensive profiles of some of Latin America’s most iconic figures. His insightful reporting has delved into the lives of influential leaders, activists, and cultural icons, providing readers with a deeper unders...2024-08-2622 min
Full FrameFull Frame Podcast: Men of LettersJon Lee Anderson has covered some of the world’s most dangerous conflict zones, offering firsthand accounts from the heart of turmoil and unrest. His fearless reporting has taken him to the front lines of major international crises, where he has documented the human cost of war and conflict with remarkable detail and courage.
In addition to his coverage of global conflicts, Anderson’s work includes comprehensive profiles of some of Latin America’s most iconic figures. His insightful reporting has delved into the lives of influential leaders, activists, and cultural icons, providing readers with a deeper unders...2024-08-2622 minBig StoryLawless – Gangs of HaitiHaiti is a broken state. Since the July 2021 assassination of President Jovenel Moise, street gangs armed with military grade weapons from the US have filled the power vacuum, taking control of 90 percent of the capital, Port-au-Prince, and swathes of the countryside. Killing and kidnapping-for-ransom are at an all-time high, and tens of thousands are fleeing to escape violence the United Nations says is on par with countries at war.
Haitian officials have called for another foreign intervention to break the gangs’ stranglehold. In the meantime, vigilante groups have formed to defend their neighborhoods. As the pressure builds, CG...2024-08-0200 minBig StoryCoca GrowersSince declaring the War on Drugs fifty years ago, the US has spent billions in Colombia to fight cocaine. The result: more cocaine than ever before, and a black market that fuels corruption, and weakening countries across most of Latin America. It also pushed Colombia into a decades-long armed conflict. Now the Colombian government is promising an end to the War on Drugs by trying new approaches like decriminalizing cocaine and giving incentives to farmers who are willing to move away from coca crops.
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Americas NowClimate-Forced Indigenous MigrationNavajo Nation people are being forced out. The same is happening in Central America, where the rainy season has become shorter and unpredictable. Farmers, most of whom are indigenous, can’t produce like they used to a decade ago, so they migrate north.
Americas Now Podcast host Elaine Reyes talks to award winning correspondent Alasdair Baverstock who has covered this story extensively.2024-05-1020 minAmericas NowClimate-Forced Indigenous MigrationNavajo Nation people are being forced out. The same is happening in Central America, where the rainy season has become shorter and unpredictable. Farmers, most of whom are indigenous, can’t produce like they used to a decade ago, so they migrate north.
Americas Now Podcast host Elaine Reyes talks to award winning correspondent Alasdair Baverstock who has covered this story extensively.
2024-05-1020 minBig StoryHomeless – Inequality In The U.S.San Francisco: From the Gold Rush boom to the Silicon Valley era, California’s “city by the bay” has long symbolized the prosperity of the American West, and the promise of new beginnings. Today, this city at the heart of America’s largest economy is struggling to keep its population as it battles with homelessness and a drug epidemic.
2024-05-0900 minFull FrameFull Frame Podcast: How can we feed the world sustainably?By 2050, we will need 56 percent more food to feed 10 billion people, according to the World Resources Institute. But our global food system is challenged by climate change. How can we create a sustainable food system without using more land? Florence Reed works with farmers in Central America to restore degraded farmland and introduce regenerative farming practices. She is the founder of Sustainable Harvest International. “If all 500 million of those smallholder farmers around the world made this transition, they could get us 53% of the way to the United Nations goal for greenhouse gas reductions,” she said.2024-03-2824 min
Podcasts – CGTN AmericaFlorence Reed - Sustainable FoodBy 2050, we will need 56 percent more food to feed 10 billion people, according to the World Resources Institute. But our global food system is challenged by climate change. How can we create a sustainable food system without using more land? Florence Reed works with farmers in Central America to restore degraded farmland and introduce regenerative farming practices. She is the founder of Sustainable Harvest International. “If all 500 million of those smallholder farmers around the world made this transition, they could get us 53% of the way to the United Nations goal for greenhouse gas reductions,” she said.
2024-03-2824 minThe HeatFlorence Reed - Sustainable FoodBy 2050, we will need 56 percent more food to feed 10 billion people, according to the World Resources Institute. But our global food system is challenged by climate change. How can we create a sustainable food system without using more land? Florence Reed works with farmers in Central America to restore degraded farmland and introduce regenerative farming practices. She is the founder of Sustainable Harvest International. “If all 500 million of those smallholder farmers around the world made this transition, they could get us 53% of the way to the United Nations goal for greenhouse gas reductions,” she said.
2024-03-2824 minFull FrameFull Frame Podcast: How can we feed the world sustainably?By 2050, we will need 56 percent more food to feed 10 billion people, according to the World Resources Institute. But our global food system is challenged by climate change. How can we create a sustainable food system without using more land? Florence Reed works with farmers in Central America to restore degraded farmland and introduce regenerative farming practices. She is the founder of Sustainable Harvest International. “If all 500 million of those smallholder farmers around the world made this transition, they could get us 53% of the way to the United Nations goal for greenhouse gas reductions,” she said.
2024-03-2824 minBig StoryFull Frame Podcast: How can we feed the world sustainably?By 2050, we will need 56 percent more food to feed 10 billion people, according to the World Resources Institute. But our global food system is challenged by climate change. How can we create a sustainable food system without using more land? Florence Reed works with farmers in Central America to restore degraded farmland and introduce regenerative farming practices. She is the founder of Sustainable Harvest International. “If all 500 million of those smallholder farmers around the world made this transition, they could get us 53% of the way to the United Nations goal for greenhouse gas reductions,” she said.
2024-03-2800 minBig StoryThe Red LineSt. Louis, Missouri was once one of America’s most industrialized cities. Industry drew many new residents, including a large number of African Americans. But today, St. Louis has become a hub of violence where the lines of segregation are still firmly in place.
2023-06-2317 minAmericas NowAmericas Now: Illegal mining in South AmericaIllegal mining is a big problem in South America. Thousands of small-time miners are digging up and destroying parts of the Amazon in different countries. The police and the army seem to be a step behind as the miners keep operating. Correspondent-Producer Armando Guerra shares his experience, with host Elaine Reyes, covering illegal gold mines in Peru and Ecuador.
2023-06-0716 minAmericas NowAmericas Now: Illegal mining in South AmericaIllegal mining is a big problem in South America. Thousands of small-time miners are digging up and destroying parts of the Amazon in different countries. The police and the army seem to be a step behind as the miners keep operating. Correspondent-Producer Armando Guerra shares his experience, with host Elaine Reyes, covering illegal gold mines in Peru and Ecuador. 2023-06-0716 minAmericas NowAmericas Now: Chocolate: A $10 billion business that begins with cacaoMost people associate chocolate with the chocolatiers of Europe. But the main ingredient for chocolate, cacao, comes from Latin America and Africa. Director-Producer Armando Guerra joins anchor Elaine Reyes to recount his journey to Ecuador to interview farmers and producers of cacao.2023-05-1012 minAmericas NowAmericas Now: Chocolate: A $10 billion business that begins with cacaoMost people associate chocolate with the chocolatiers of Europe. But the main ingredient for chocolate, cacao, comes from Latin America and Africa. Director-Producer Armando Guerra joins anchor Elaine Reyes to recount his journey to Ecuador to interview farmers and producers of cacao.2023-05-1012 minAmericas NowAmericas Now podcast: Legalization of Euthanasia in Colombia gives patients the right to dieEuthanasia is the practice of intentionally ending life to avoid pain and suffering. Colombia is the only country in Latin America, and one of only several worldwide, to allow it in non-terminal cases.2023-03-2919 min
Americas NowAmericas Now podcast: Legalization of Euthanasia in Colombia gives patients the right to dieEuthanasia is the practice of intentionally ending life to avoid pain and suffering. Colombia is the only country in Latin America, and one of only several worldwide, to allow it in non-terminal cases.2023-03-2919 minThe HeatA brand new podcast from CGTN AmericaCGTN America has launched a brand new podcast called "Americas Now" hosted by Elaine Reyes. We're taking a closer look at the most fascinating and critical stories from across the Americas, told through the experiences of our reporters on the ground. Here is a sneak peak of Season 1. On this episode we look at why this ground-breaking scientist is cloning horses in Argentina.
To listen to all of Season 1 subscribe to the Americas Now Podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify or anywhere else you get your podcasts.2021-07-2713 minPodcasts – CGTN AmericaA brand new podcast from CGTN AmericaCGTN America has launched a brand new podcast called “Americas Now” hosted by Elaine Reyes. We’re taking a closer look at the most fascinating and critical stories from across the Americas, told through the experiences of our reporters on the ground. Here is a sneak […]2021-07-2713 minThe Heat Podcast – CGTN AmericaA brand new podcast from CGTN AmericaCGTN America has launched a brand new podcast called “Americas Now” hosted by Elaine Reyes. We’re taking a closer look at the most fascinating and critical stories from across the Americas, told through the experiences of our reporters on the ground. Here is a sneak […]2021-07-2713 minAmericas NowMexico City's Native LanguagesOn this episode of the Americas Now Podcast correspondent Alasdair Baverstock talks with host Elaine Reyes about the importance of these native languages hidden in the heart of one of Latin America’s largest cities.2021-07-2320 min
Americas NowMexico City's Native LanguagesOn this episode of the Americas Now Podcast correspondent Alasdair Baverstock talks with host Elaine Reyes about the importance of these native languages hidden in the heart of one of Latin America’s largest cities. 2021-07-2320 minAmericas NowMexico City's Native LanguagesOn this episode of the Americas Now Podcast correspondent Alasdair Baverstock talks with host Elaine Reyes about the importance of these native languages hidden in the heart of one of Latin America’s largest cities. 2021-07-2320 minThe Heat Podcast – CGTN AmericaCan China and the U.S. turn a corner in Alaska?Snowy and frigid Alaska is perhaps an apt metaphor — for the current state of Sino-U.S. relations.
American and Chinese officials are meeting in Anchorage for the first time since Joe Biden became U.S. president. They’re trying to chart a path forward after four tumultuous years of Donald Trump when bilateral ties plunged to their lowest ebb.
Both sides are cautious about the outcome of the summit with several outstanding issues on the table. So how will the world’s two largest economies and trading partners move forward on critical issues from trade to hum...2021-03-1911 minThe HeatCan China and the U.S. turn a corner in Alaska?Snowy and frigid Alaska is perhaps an apt metaphor — for the current state of Sino-U.S. relations.
American and Chinese officials are meeting in Anchorage for the first time since Joe Biden became U.S. president. They’re trying to chart a path forward after four tumultuous years of Donald Trump when bilateral ties plunged to their lowest ebb.
Both sides are cautious about the outcome of the summit with several outstanding issues on the table. So how will the world’s two largest economies and trading partners move forward on critical issues from trade to hum...2021-03-1911 minPodcasts – CGTN AmericaCan Brazil recover from COVID-19?Brazil, the largest country in Latin America has been hit hard by COVID-19. Recently the country overtook the US in the highest number of daily cases and deaths. The pandemic has had a dire impact on the daily lives of Brazilians on both an economic and social front.
What will Brazil have to do to recover after COVID-19 has passed? On this episode of The Heat Podcast, we spoke to Brazilian Ambassador to the United States Nestor Forster on current state of affairs in Brazil and potential ways forward.
2021-03-1313 minThe HeatCan Brazil recover from COVID-19?Brazil, the largest country in Latin America has been hit hard by COVID-19. Recently the country overtook the US in the highest number of daily cases and deaths. The pandemic has had a dire impact on the daily lives of Brazilians on both an economic and social front.
What will Brazil have to do to recover after COVID-19 has passed? On this episode of The Heat Podcast, we spoke to Brazilian Ambassador to the United States Nestor Forster on current state of affairs in Brazil and potential ways forward.
2021-03-1313 minThe Heat Podcast – CGTN AmericaCan Brazil recover from COVID-19?Brazil, the largest country in Latin America has been hit hard by COVID-19. Recently the country overtook the US in the highest number of daily cases and deaths. The pandemic has had a dire impact on the daily lives of Brazilians on both an economic and social front.
What will Brazil have to do to recover after COVID-19 has passed? On this episode of The Heat Podcast, we spoke to Brazilian Ambassador to the United States Nestor Forster on current state of affairs in Brazil and potential ways forward.
2021-03-1313 minThe HeatFormer U.S. Amb. to China speaks on the future of Sino-US relationsOne of the biggest foreign policy challenges for U.S. President Joe Biden is how to repair relations with China. Ties between the world’s two largest economies deteriorated
Ties between China and the US took a hit under the Trump administration, as both sides clashed on a number of issues ranging from the handling of the coronavirus pandemic to trade and technology and Hong Kong’s national security law.
Now, China is hoping to turn a page and usher in a new era in China-US ties. So how will the Biden administration respond? What are...2021-02-1211 minThe Heat Podcast – CGTN AmericaFormer U.S. Amb. to China speaks on the future of Sino-US relationsOne of the biggest foreign policy challenges for U.S. President Joe Biden is how to repair relations with China. Ties between the world’s two largest economies deteriorated
Ties between China and the US took a hit under the Trump administration, as both sides clashed on a number of issues ranging from the handling of the coronavirus pandemic to trade and technology and Hong Kong’s national security law.
Now, China is hoping to turn a page and usher in a new era in China-US ties. So how will the Biden administration respond? What are...2021-02-1211 minThe Heat Podcast – CGTN AmericaHow dangerous are right-wing militias in the US?The recent arrest of 13 men, some accused of plotting to kidnap the governor of Michigan and planning to start a civil war, has drawn new attention to the threat posed by right-wing militias in the United States.
Heavily armed militia members showed up on the steps of the state capitol to protest the governor’s coronavirus restrictions. Some have also taken to the streets in cities across the U.S. this summer in response to the protests against police brutality.
On this week’s episode we are looking into the rise of Right-wing militias in the Uni...2020-10-2319 minThe HeatHow dangerous are right-wing militias in the US?The recent arrest of 13 men, some accused of plotting to kidnap the governor of Michigan and planning to start a civil war, has drawn new attention to the threat posed by right-wing militias in the United States.
Heavily armed militia members showed up on the steps of the state capitol to protest the governor’s coronavirus restrictions. Some have also taken to the streets in cities across the U.S. this summer in response to the protests against police brutality.
On this week’s episode we are looking into the rise of Right-wing militias in the Uni...2020-10-2319 minThe HeatWhat is the UN doing to help combat COVID-19?Global poverty levels are rising for the first time in 20 years as a result of COVID-19. Over 4 billion people around the world still do not have access to social protections such as basic healthcare. As the UN celebrates its 75th anniversary, what role has it played in helping poorer countries cope with the pandemic and what should be the key take-aways when all this has passed.
On this week’s episode of the Heat Podcast, we spoke with Achim Steiner, Administrator of the United Nations Development Program, about the key challenges facing the world today, from COVID-19 to e...2020-09-2513 minThe Heat Podcast – CGTN AmericaWhat is the UN doing to help combat COVID-19?Global poverty levels are rising for the first time in 20 years as a result of COVID-19. Over 4 billion people around the world still do not have access to social protections such as basic healthcare. As the UN celebrates its 75th anniversary, what role has it played in helping poorer countries cope with the pandemic and what should be the key take-aways when all this has passed.
On this week’s episode of the Heat Podcast, we spoke with Achim Steiner, Administrator of the United Nations Development Program, about the key challenges facing the world today, from COVID-19 to e...2020-09-2513 min
RAZOR SoundsEpisode 17: Next-Gen Food RecyclingOn this episode of the RAZOR podcast we look at a company that's revolutionising food waste. CGTN America correspondent Mark Niu tells us about his visit to Treasure 8 - a company using a drying technique to make food last longer. Niu explains how the technology works and why he was intrigued by the process [06:01]. He also tells us about the difficulties filming this story during a pandemic, and the precautions he had to take while doing the story [08:30]. Niu explains why he thinks this company will come into its own during the pandemic [13:05]. In our wha...2020-09-2319 minThe Heat Podcast – CGTN AmericaUN General Assembly: Interview with Saudi Ambassador to UNThe United Nations is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year. The UN charter was signed in 1945 to establish international rules for a world shattered by the Second World War. Since that time, the UN has navigated tumultuous events including wars, invasions, nuclear proliferation and climate change.
This year’s UN General Assembly in New York will be held in the shadow of a rampaging pandemic that has killed more than 900-thousand people around the world.
As part of our programming celebrating 75 years of the UN, we’re focusing on some of the biggest challenges the world...2020-09-1115 minThe HeatUN General Assembly: Interview with Saudi Ambassador to UNSaudi Arabia’s ambassador to the United Nations, Abdallah Al Mouallimi discusses the Israeli-Palestinian crisis, Saudi’s role in Yemen, its ties with Iran, the Israel-United Arab Emirates agreement and much more.2020-09-1115 minThe HeatCOVID-19 is worsening hunger in India and sub-Saharan AfricaCOVID-19 is disproportionately hurting the poorest people in India and sub-Saharan Africa. Millions are on the brink of extreme poverty. How can their governments handle this crisis?2020-09-0413 minThe Heat Podcast – CGTN AmericaCOVID-19 is worsening hunger in India and sub-Saharan AfricaThe coronavirus pandemic continues to rage around the world with more than 26 million people infected and nearly 870,000 people dead. As lockdowns continue and the global economy falters, nowhere is COVID-19’s impact being felt more than in middle and lower income countries.
The virus is disproportionately hurting the poorest people in India and sub-Saharan Africa. Millions are on the brink of extreme poverty and destitution. How can their governments handle this crisis?
Mike Walter caught up with Indian activist Swati Narayan and South African journalist Nhlanhla Sehume to find out.
2020-09-0413 minThe HeatNBA star David West talks protests, U.S.-China ties, Hong Kong and moreTwo time NBA champion David West talks about protests for racial justice, anti-China sentiments in the U.S., the western media's skewed coverage of Hong Kong and much more.2020-08-2820 minThe Heat Podcast – CGTN AmericaNBA star David West talks protests, U.S.-China ties, Hong Kong and moreUnrest is spreading across the United States after police shot yet another unarmed black man – this time in Wisconsin.
Professional athletes from the NBA, Major League Baseball, and Major League Soccer refused to play this week to protest against police brutality.
More professional athletes are speaking up – intensifying calls for racial justice in the U.S. One of them is two-time NBA champion David West.
He’s never been afraid of controversy. From denouncing racism to criticizing anti-China sentiments to his views on Hong Kong – West has never held back.
Mike Walter ca...2020-08-2820 minPodcasts – CGTN AmericaCOVID-19 rages across Latin AmericaCoronavirus cases are surging in Latin America, adding to record numbers of new infections around the world. While the United States leads the world with the most deaths from COVID-19, Brazil and Mexico rank second and third. And as the pandemic rages in Colombia, Peru, Argentina and Bolivia, Latin America has now passed Europe as the region with the most fatalities.
How will governments help those affected and ensure their overburdened healthcare systems don’t collapse?
To get some answers, Mike Walter spoke with Brazilian journalist Gustavo Ribeiro and scientist Marcia Castro who heads the Department of Global Health and Popul...2020-08-2214 minThe HeatCOVID-19 rages across Latin AmericaCoronavirus cases are surging in Latin America which has now passed Europe as the region with the most fatalities. How will governments help those affected and ensure their overburdened healthcare systems don't collapse?2020-08-2214 minThe Heat Podcast – CGTN AmericaCOVID-19 rages across Latin AmericaCoronavirus cases are surging in Latin America, adding to record numbers of new infections around the world. While the United States leads the world with the most deaths from COVID-19, Brazil and Mexico rank second and third. And as the pandemic rages in Colombia, Peru, Argentina and Bolivia, Latin America has now passed Europe as the region with the most fatalities.
How will governments help those affected and ensure their overburdened healthcare systems don’t collapse?
To get some answers, Mike Walter spoke with Brazilian journalist Gustavo Ribeiro and scientist Marcia Castro who heads the Department of Global Health and Popul...2020-08-2214 minThe HeatHow COVID-19 is adding to global povertyThe coronavirus pandemic is exacerbating global poverty, especially in middle and lower income nations. More than 100 million people are likely to join those living in extreme penury - that's surviving on $1.90 or less per day.2020-08-1412 minThe Heat Podcast – CGTN AmericaHow COVID-19 is adding to global povertyThe coronavirus pandemic continues to rage across the world with almost 21 million people infected and more than 750-thousand dead. The impact is being acutely felt in middle and lower income countries where decades of progress against poverty could fade as the pandemic further exacerbates the gap between the rich and poor. More than 100 million people are expected to join those living in extreme poverty — that’s surviving on just $1.90 or less a day.
Anand Naidoo spoke with professor Ravi Ramamurthy and economist Ken Gichinga to discuss how nations in South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa are dealing with the cri...2020-08-1412 minThe HeatCOVID-19: The search for a vaccineThe COVID-19 pandemic is raging across the United States with more than 151,000 dead and around 4.5 million infected. But there may be some hope on the horizon with scientists reporting encouraging results in their search for a vaccine.2020-08-0414 minThe Heat Podcast – CGTN AmericaCOVID-19: The search for a vaccineThe coronavirus pandemic is raging across the United States with more than 151,000 dead and around 4.5 million infected. Dr. Deborah Birx, the White House COVID-19 response coordinator, is warning Americans that the country is entering a “new phase” of the crisis.
Data from Johns Hopkins University shows the virus has spread to rural and suburban areas. While we’re seeing a dip in the weekly average of new cases, the U.S. is seeing a spike in fatalities with the seven-day average exceeding 1000 deaths a day. But there may be some hope on the horizon with American, European, Russia...2020-08-0414 minThe HeatChina’s Mission to MarsChina has launched an ambitious mission to Mars. It'll attempt to deploy an orbiter, lander and rover after the Tianwen-1 spacecraft enters Mars’ orbit in February. If it succeeds, China will become the first nation to achieve such a complex feat.2020-07-2811 minThe Heat Podcast – CGTN AmericaChina’s Mission to MarsChina has launched an ambitious space odyssey to explore Mars. Its largest rocket, the Long March 5, blasted off from the southern island of Hainan a few days ago. The Tianwen-1 spacecraft is expected to enter Mars’ orbit next February.
It’s going to be a long journey, but not exactly a lonely one. The United Arab Emirates recently launched a space probe, becoming the first Arab country to send a mission to the Red Planet. The United States is also joining the fray, sending its Perseverance rover soon. While all three spacecraft are expected to reach Mars next...2020-07-2811 minThe HeatIsrael’s push to annex parts of occupied Palestinian territoriesHow will Palestinians respond to Israel's threats to annex parts of the West Bank? Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is planning to absorb almost a third of occupied Palestinian territories.2020-07-2414 minThe Heat Podcast – CGTN AmericaIsrael’s push to annex parts of occupied Palestinian territoriesIsrael is planning to absorb almost a third of Palestinian land in a controversial move condemned around the world. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he intends to make West Bank settlements part of Israel proper. The settlements, home to hundreds of thousands of Jewish settlers, are considered illegal according to international law. How are the Palestinians responding?
Anand Naidoo spoke with Dr Hanan Ashrawi, member of the PLO Executive Committee.
2020-07-2414 minThe Heat Podcast – CGTN AmericaCOVID-19: Why are young people increasingly getting infected?As COVID-19 rages across the U.S., people in their 20s and 30s are getting increasingly infected. Initially, medical professionals thought younger people had better immunity but that doesn’t appear to be the case. So why is the virus spiking among the young?
Anand Naidoo spoke with communicable and infectious disease expert Dr. Gary Richwald and Raven McGregor, who has recovered after being diagnosed with Covid-19, to get some answers.
2020-07-1913 minThe HeatCOVID-19: Why are young people increasingly getting infected?As COVID-19 surges among young people in the U.S., experts are warning them to take better precautions.2020-07-1913 minThe HeatWhat does the U.S. need to do to tackle COVID-19?With three million coronavirus cases and a stuttering economy, how will the U.S. handle the crisis?2020-07-0912 minThe Heat Podcast – CGTN AmericaWhat does the U.S. need to do to tackle COVID-19?The United States is now facing more than three million coronavirus cases, and around 132-thousand deaths. The U.S. economy is also struggling to recover, with tens-of-millions filing for unemployment benefits since the pandemic began. As infections rise in southern states, what can the U.S. to reduce the spread and stabilize its economy?
Mike Walter spoke with Nobel Prize winning economist Paul Romer to get some answers.
2020-07-0912 minThe HeatThe Future of Saudi-Iranian relationsThe state of Saudi-Iranian relations and the how Saudi’s growing relationship with China might impact the country’s economic and political future.2020-07-0615 minThe Heat Podcast – CGTN AmericaThe Future of Saudi-Iranian relationsEarlier this month the United Nations presented a report to the Security Council that implicated Iran in an attack on Saudi oil facilities in 2019. Iran has denied the allegations. On Tuesday, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo called for an extension of an arms embargo imposed on Iran which was set to be lifted this October. The timeline for the lifting of the embargo is based on the Iran Nuclear deal which the US has notably pulled out of.
Saudi Arabia and European allies support the extension of the arms embargo while other Security Council member states i...2020-07-0615 minThe Heat Podcast – CGTN AmericaWhat would Malcolm X think?Protests across the United States have continued a month on after the killing of George Floyd, an unarmed black man, by a white police officer in Minneapolis on May 25th.
The scope of the protests continue to focus on the need for reform in the face of systemic racism which has led to the killing of un-armed black men by the police across the United States for years with very little accountability. New bills are being introduced to tackle the issue of police brutality but many are questioning whether new legislation can really get to the core...2020-06-2900 minThe HeatWhat would Malcolm X think?New bills are being introduced to tackle the issue of police brutality but many are questioning whether new legislation can really get to the core of the issue?2020-06-2900 minThe Heat Podcast – CGTN AmericaThe Jakarta Method: A history of U.S. intervention and mass murderGUEST: Vincent Bevins, an American journalist and author of The Jakarta Method: Washington’s Anticommunist Crusade and the Mass Murder Program that Shaped Our World.
The United States history of anti-communism – and intervention in foreign nations – has had a deadly impact from Asia to Latin America and beyond.
Around the world, in pursuit of political – and economic – interests, the U.S. has liberated many from anti-democratic governments. But in many places, such as Indonesia, Brazil, and elsewhere, U.S. intervention has given rise to brutal dictatorships and left millions dead.
Has the U.S. learned...2020-05-2918 minThe HeatThe Jakarta Method: A history of U.S. intervention and mass murderThe United States history of anti-communism - and intervention in foreign nations - has had a deadly impact from Asia to Latin America and beyond. For fresh insights, we're joined by Vincent Bevins - an American journalist and author of The Jakarta Method: Washington’s Anticommunist Crusade and the Mass Murder Program that Shaped Our World.2020-05-2918 minPodcasts – CGTN AmericaThe Jakarta Method: A history of U.S. intervention and mass murderGUEST: Vincent Bevins, an American journalist and author of The Jakarta Method: Washington’s Anticommunist Crusade and the Mass Murder Program that Shaped Our World.
The United States history of anti-communism – and intervention in foreign nations – has had a deadly impact from Asia to Latin America and beyond.
Around the world, in pursuit of political – and economic – interests, the U.S. has liberated many from anti-democratic governments. But in many places, such as Indonesia, Brazil, and elsewhere, U.S. intervention has given rise to brutal dictatorships and left millions dead.
Has the U.S. learned...2020-05-2918 minThe Heat Podcast – CGTN AmericaCOVID-19: Could politics and sports reignite the U.S. pandemic?GUEST: Dr. Peter Chin-Hong, professor of medicine and an infectious disease specialist at University of California, San Francisco.
With parts of the United States economy opening up and certain social restrictions being lifted, many are wondering – how safe is safe? And what kind of normal should we expect with COVID-19 moving forward?
Professional sports leagues are considering how they can salvage their seasons – and their bottom line – without stadium crowds and the revenue they bring.
Meanwhile, as Democrats consider alternatives to an in person presidential convention, the Republican National Committee has stated their conven...2020-05-2515 minThe HeatCOVID-19: Could politics and sports reignite the U.S. pandemic?U.S. President Trump is pressuring North Carolina's governor to let Republicans host up to 50,000 people at their August convention. But do any mass gatherings risk reigniting the deadly pandemic? And what about sports? We were joined by Dr. Peter Chin-Hong, an infectious disease specialist at UCSF.2020-05-2515 minThe Heat Podcast – CGTN AmericaCOVID-19: Fallout from U.S. attacks on China | Amb. Max BaucusGUEST: Max Baucus – Former U.S. ambassador to China and Senator from Montana.
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to destabilize society in the United States, the administration of Donald Trump is continuing its attacks against China.
After weeks claiming the Chinese withheld vital information about the virus in its early days of the virus – AND spreading unproven theories about its origin – Trump has now publicly threatened to cut ties to China, entirely.
But where will these attacks lead? Are they purely political? To deflect blame for Trump’s own handling of the crisis?
An...2020-05-1517 minThe HeatCOVID-19: Fallout from U.S. attacks on China | Amb. Max BaucusAs COVID-19 destabilizes the U.S., Donald Trump and allies continue to attack China. Where will these attacks lead? And what can parties do - in both countries - to avoid a permanent rift? We were joined by Max Baucus, a former U.S. ambassador to China under the Obama administration, and Senator from Montana.2020-05-1517 minThe Heat Podcast – CGTN AmericaCOVID-19: Reality check on U.S. jobs and economyGUEST: John Quelch, Dean of the Miami Herbert Business School at the University of Miami.
This past April will be remembered as the worst month for American workers since the Great Depression. The U.S. unemployment rate hit 14.7 percent in April, the highest rate since the 1930s. More than 20 million jobs were lost last month as the result of the coronavirus pandemic.
As workers and their families struggle with loss of income and uncertainty – corporations, small businesses, and U.S. policy makers are scrambling to find a way out of this downward economic spiral.
...2020-05-1312 minThe HeatCOVID-19: Reality check on U.S. jobs and economyAs workers and their families struggle with loss of income and uncertainty - U.S. policy makers scramble to find a way out of a downward economic spiral. But will efforts to re-open the economy cost further loss to livelihood - and lives? We were joined by John Quelch - Dean of the Miami Herbert Business School at the University of Miami.2020-05-1312 minThe Heat Podcast – CGTN AmericaCOVID-19: Have U.S. attacks on China gone too far?GUEST: Martin Jacques, global affairs commentator, academic, and author of the book When China Rules the World.
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to spread in the United States, the administration of Donald J. Trump is on the attack against China.
In recent weeks, Trump and his allies have repeated unproven claims that the virus originated from a lab in Wuhan. Claims that the scientific community – and even the U.S. intelligence – have rejected.
Also, after spending most of February and March downplaying the virus – Trump now claims China waited too long to warn the re...2020-05-0715 minThe HeatCOVID-19: Have U.S. attacks on China gone too far?As the Trump administration faces criticism for lack of preparation and handling of the COVID-19 crisis - how far will it go in its attempts to blame China? What effect will these attacks have on global efforts to fight the pandemic? We're joined by Martin Jacques, global affairs commentator, academic, and author of the book When China Rules the World.2020-05-0715 minThe Heat Podcast – CGTN AmericaCOVID-19: NYC doctor shares emotional toll of battling the virusGUEST: Dr Qanta Ahmed, a pulmonologist at New York University’s Langone Medical Center.
In the United States, New York City continues to be the epicenter of the COVID-19 pandemic. Though cases and fatalities have decreased in recent days – the outbreak continues to take a heavy toll on the city’s medical professionals, patients, and their loved ones.
With shortages of supplies, equipment, and personnel – hospitals and medical centers are still struggling to handle the volume of critically ill.
As the outbreak shows no immediate end in sight, what do front line workers need to...2020-05-0113 minThe HeatCOVID-19: NYC doctor shares emotional toll of battling the virusAs the coronavirus outbreak continues in New York City, how are front line medical workers handling the emotional toll? And how can they ensure safety - and dignity - for themselves and the patients they serve. We were joined by Dr Qanta Ahmed, a pulmonologist at New York University’s Langone Medical Center.2020-05-0113 minThe Heat Podcast – CGTN AmericaCOVID-19: Debunking the Wuhan lab conspiracy theoryGUEST: Max Blumenthal, journalist, author, and founder of The Grayzone.
Experts are debating the origins of COVID-19, but one thing many seem to agree on: it came from nature. That hasn’t stopped some conservative news organizations – and the White House – from reporting conspiracy theories.
In recent weeks, theories have spread throughout the internet claiming COVID-19 began in a laboratory near the Chinese city of Wuhan. Claims repeatedly – and vigorously – denied by China.
The scientific community has rejected right-wing media outlets and social media speculation that the virus started in the Wuhan lab.
But...2020-04-2911 minThe HeatCOVID-19: Debunking the Wuhan lab conspiracy theoryScientists have rejected the theory that the COVID-19 pandemic started in a Wuhan lab. Then why is this conspiracy theory still being spread by right-wing media and politicians? We speak to The Gray Zone founder Max Blumenthal on the motivations - and dangers - of spreading misinformation about coronavirus.2020-04-2911 minPodcasts – CGTN AmericaCOVID-19: Migrant farmworkers ‘essential’ but unsafe in U.S.In the U.S., migrant farmworkers – including those undocumented – have been deemed among the “essential workers” needed to keep the economy going – and food on the table during the COVID-19 crisis.
But many migrants – and their advocates – complain conditions at U.S. farms pose great risk for catching and spreading the disease… That they have no access to basic healthcare, labor protections, and social services afforded other workers.
With few choices available for migrants, it’s a situation where those who are most needed during a pandemic – are also among those most vulnerable.
With us to talk abou...2020-04-2317 minThe HeatCOVID-19: Migrant farmworkers ‘essential’ but unsafe in U.S.Migrant farmworkers are deemed 'essential' in the U.S. to keep the economy going - and food on the table. But conditions at farms create great risk for catching and spreading coronavirus. Meanwhile, the Trump administration wants to cut their pay. Leydy Rangel of United Farm Workers Foundation joins us to discuss the lack of safety - and justice - for America’s migrant farmers.2020-04-2317 minThe Heat Podcast – CGTN AmericaCOVID-19: Migrant farmworkers ‘essential’ but unsafe in U.S.In the U.S., migrant farmworkers – including those undocumented – have been deemed among the “essential workers” needed to keep the economy going – and food on the table during the COVID-19 crisis.
But many migrants – and their advocates – complain conditions at U.S. farms pose great risk for catching and spreading the disease… That they have no access to basic healthcare, labor protections, and social services afforded other workers.
With few choices available for migrants, it’s a situation where those who are most needed during a pandemic – are also among those most vulnerable.
With us to talk abou...2020-04-2317 minThe HeatCOVID-19: How domestic violence has surged during lockdownAs COVID-19 lockdowns continue, there are some for whom “sheltering in place” presents an immediate danger all its own... Those are the victims of domestic violence. We speak to Gemma Sunyer. She's a coordinator at Ana Bella Foundation, an international support network run by survivors of domestic abuse based in Spain.2020-04-1717 minThe HeatCOVID-19: Why are black Americans dying disproportionately?As COVID-19 spreads in the U.S., the death rate among African Americans is twice that of white citizens. What are the factors for this disparity? Are they biologic? Cultural? Economic? We speak to Joseph P. Williams, Senior Editor at U.S. News World Report, about the disturbing connection between race and health in America.2020-04-1117 minThe HeatCOVID-19: A recovering patient shares his ordealAndrew Smith is a journalism professor who contracted COVID-19 during a class trip to the UK. After returning home to Kansas, he soon found himself in the ICU fighting for his life. Andrew joins us to share his ordeal with the virus and his road to recovery.2020-04-0716 minThe HeatCOVID-19: Why U.S. nurses fear for their livesAs the COVID-19 pandemic continues in the U.S., shortages of basic safety supplies, such as masks and gowns, endangers the lives of nurses and other health professionals - as they attempt to heal the sick. We speak to Zenei Cortez, a registered nurse and co-president of National Nurses United, about the life threatening burden placed on U.S. health workers.2020-04-0417 minThe HeatCOVID-19: Who lives and who dies? A harrowing decision for U.S. doctorsAs the COVID-19 pandemic escalates in the U.S., doctors are forced to make hard choices on who will receive life saving treatment - and who cannot be saved. To speak on the heavy burdens set upon U.S. health workers, we are joined by Dr. Calvin Sun, an Attending Physician at multiple emergency rooms in New York City.2020-04-0120 minThe HeatCOVID-19: UnHoused podcaster warns homeless are at grave riskBecause of the COVID-19 outbreak, many U.S. states are under a strict “shelter in place” order. But what does “shelter in place” mean to those without a home? Sharing a perspective directly from the homeless community is Theo Henderson - an activist and host of the podcast, “We the Unhoused.” Theo, himself, is also Unhoused.2020-03-3119 minThe HeatFIRST PERSON: An elderly man on disability shares coronavirus fearsMike is an elderly man living in a poor area of Washington, DC. Drug crime and gun violence are a regular problem for his neighborhood. At 63, he survives on government welfare, odd jobs, and panhandling. As the coronavirus outbreak intensifies, Mike shares his fears about his health, his future, and the community.2020-03-2902 minThe HeatCOVID-19: Will India’s lockdown slow the virus?India, the world's second most populous nation, began a 21-day lockdown to try and stop the spread of COVID-19. But are the measures taken by India’s government too little - too late? To discuss the latest on India’s battle with COVID-19 - we were joined by Dr. Shashi Tharoor.2020-03-2816 minThe HeatCOVID-19: How much can Italy endure?Over the weekend, Italy's death toll from COVID-19 passed 5,000. That’s the highest of any country - including China - since the global pandemic began. We spoke to Seema Gupta, an independent journalist based in Rome, about the life or death struggles faced by the government, healthcare workers, and the public during this escalating crisis.2020-03-2513 minThe HeatCOVID-19: How pandemic is impacting U.S. electionsUnder the shadow of a growing pandemic, three U.S. states held presidential primaries on Tuesday. But are in-person primaries are safe during the outbreak? And how have the politics of the election been transformed? Joining us to discuss the effect COVID-19 is having on U.S. elections is Steve Chaggaris, an independent journalist and political analyst based in Washington, DC.2020-03-1919 minThe HeatCOVID-19: Who should we trust?COVID-19 has affected our work, travel, social life, financial security, and ability to plan for the future. But how can we break past conflicting messages from science, media and political leaders? Joining us to talk about information, misinformation - and how to avoid panic - is risk and behavioral scientist Dr. Sweta Chakrabourty.2020-03-1717 minThe HeatCOVID-19: Is it time for you to self-quarantine?With COVID-19 now a global pandemic, people around the world have been told to self-quarantine to reduce the spread of the virus. But how do you decide if it’s necessary for you, or your family? To help us look at questions around when - and how - to self quarantine, we’re joined by Dr. Sweta Chakraborty, a risk and behavioral scientist based in Washington, D.C..2020-03-1419 minThe HeatCOVID-19: Navigating the risks of traveling and crowdsCOVID-19 is now a global pandemic. Is it time to cancel your vacation and stay at home? To help navigate the risks of traveling and large crowds, is epidemiologist and public health expert Dr. Eric Feigel-Ding.2020-03-1214 minThe HeatCOVID-19: When and how to get tested for the virusAre you having symptoms, but not sure what to do next? To help us understand when and how to be tested for COVID-19., we’re joined by epidemiologist and public health expert Dr. Eric Feigel-Ding.2020-03-1218 minThe HeatWhy India’s religious violence is on the riseAfter months of protests over a controversial citizenship law, India is now dealing with some of its worst religious violence in decades. Are the recent policies and rhetoric of President Narendra Modi's government - which many call “nationalistic” - fueling these attacks? With us to discuss the most recent violence in India is author and economic expert Salman Aneez Soz.2020-03-0617 minThe HeatCan Afghanistan ever find peace with the Taliban?On Saturday, the U.S. and Afghanistan’s Taliban signed a peace deal. Less than 72 hours later, a bombing attack at a football game in Khost province has raised doubts it can last. Is there any hope? To discuss the reality of making peace with the Taliban, we were joined by Tabish Forugh, a former official with the Afghan government, and a political analyst.2020-03-0318 minThe HeatWhy the Philippines want the U.S. military to leaveThe Philippines has officially ended the VFA, which allows U.S. troops in the country for joint exercises and training. How will this affect regional balance of power moving forward? With us to discuss the Philippines decision is Brian Becker, Executive Director for the ANSWER coalition based in Washington, D.C..2020-03-0219 min