What does it take to be a United Nations worker in some of the world’s most complex and dangerous places? How are UN humanitarians, human rights advocates, prosecutors, development experts, climate leaders and peacekeepers improving our world? Stationed in all reaches of the world and witness to suffering and atrocities, how are they helping people and coping themselves? To find out, Melissa Fleming meets them. Here you will discover extraordinary personal stories from people who devote thei ...
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Every Wednesday, I host a podcast titled "Digital Breakfast" whereby I interview a new co-host and discuss their life and their opinions on the world around them.
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Book Vs. Movie is the podcast that ponders the question: "Which was better...the book or the movie?" We spoil away the details, uncover the plot points, discuss casting choices and shower with praise (or pummel with snark) as we see fit. Hosts are Margo P. (She's Nacho Mama's Blog) and Margo D. (Creator of Brooklyn Fit Chick.com) and we are not afraid to tell it like it is!
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Podcast taking an in depth look behind the scenes of the West End musicals released on the Stage Door label. Speaking with the cast and creatives involved in bringing those productions to the stage.
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Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (1968) Dick Van Dyke, Sally Ann Howes, Benny Hill, & Ian Fleming
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Book Vs. Movie: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (replay) The 1964 Ian Fleming Novel Vs. the 1968 Classic Movie Book vs. Movie: Chitty Chitty Bang BangThe Margos explore Ian Fleming's only children's story, "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang," published in October 1964, shortly after his death at 56. Written for his son Caspar, the story features characters inspired …
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The Night of the Hunter (1955) Charles Laughton, Robert Mitchum, Shelley Winters, Lillian Gish, & Davis Grubb
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Book Vs. Movie: The Night of the Hunter The 1953 Novel Vs. the 1955 Classic Movie Davis Grubb’s 1953 novel *The Night of the Hunter* and its 1955 film adaptation by Charles Laughton offer haunting interpretations of a sinister preacher, Harry Powell, and two children fleeing him. The novel delves deeper into Powell's twisted morality and religious …
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Why Actor Edward Norton Champions Biodiversity
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Acclaimed actor, filmmaker and three-time Academy Award nominee Edward Norton has long been raising his voice on behalf of the planet and its most vulnerable communities. As a UN Goodwill Ambassador for Biodiversity, he is championing the protection of biodiversity for the well-being of all. “It’s quite heartbreaking. I started diving, when I was 1…
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The Fly (1986) Jeff Goldblum, Geena Davis, & David Cronenberg (Special Guest: Patrick Bromley "F This Movie" podcast
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Book Vs. Movie: The Fly The 1957 Short Story Vs. the 1986 Movie The Margos feature The Fly this month with special guest Patrick Bromley, who hosts the excellent F This Movie podcast. The 1957 short story and the 1986 film share the core premise of a scientist merging with a fly during a teleportation experiment, but they have different approaches.…
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Dolores Claiborne (1995) Stephen King, Kathy Bates, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Christopher Plummer & Judy Parfitt
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Book Vs. Movie: Dolores Claiborne 1992 Novel Vs. the 1995 Movie The Margos delve back to the Stephen King well (pun intended!) with Dolores Claiborne, a gripping narrative of survival, domestic abuse, and hidden truths. Originally penned in 1992 and later brought to life on the silver screen in 1995, this story has held audiences spellbound in its …
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The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951) Patricia Neal, Michael Rennie, Hugh Marlowe, & Harry Bates Short Story
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Book Vs. Movie: The Day the Earth Stood Still The 1940 Short Story Vs. the 1951 Adaptation The Day the Earth Stood Still is a classic sci-fi story. The iconic 1951 film was based on Harry Bates’ short story "Farewell to the Master." Both versions share a similar premise—an alien visitor and his robot arrive on Earth, but they diverge significantly …
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All Quiet on the Western Front (2022) Erich Maria Remarque, Edward Berger, & Felix Kammerer
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Book Vs. Movie: All Quiet On the Western Front The 1928 German Classic Novel Vs. the 2024 Netflix Adaptation The Margos conclude "Banned Books Month" with Erich Maria Remarque’s 1928 novel "All Quiet on the Western Front," a profound anti-war masterpiece that captures the emotional and psychological devastation of World War I from the perspective o…
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The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie (Replay ep. RIP Maggie Smith! 1934-2024)
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Book Vs. Movie: The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie (Replay ep for Dame Maggie Smith 1934-2024) The Margos celebrate September with a series of “Back to School” episodes, starting with the 1961 classic The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie by Muriel Spark. Brodie is a popular teacher at a girls' school in Edinburgh, Scotland, in 1931. Each year she picks a group…
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Where the Wild Things Are (2009) Maurice Sendak, Spike Jonze, James Gandolfini, & Max Roberts
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Book Vs. Movie: Where the Wild Things Are The 1963 Classic Children’s Book Vs. the 2009 Adaptation Maurice Sendak’s Where the Wild Things Are has captured readers' hearts for decades, telling a timeless story of childhood, imagination, and emotional growth. When director Spike Jonze adapted it into a full-length film in 2009, audiences were treated…
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1984 (1984) George Orwell, Richard Burton, John Hurt, and Suzanna Hamilton.
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Book Vs. Movie: 1984 The 1949 Classic Novel Vs. the 1984 Adaptation The Margos continue their look at “Banned Books’ in September with the novel 1984, which is set in a dystopian world dominated by a totalitarian regime that enforces complete obedience and constant surveillance. The protagonist, Winston Smith, works at the Ministry of Truth, alteri…
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Peyton Place (1957) Grace Metalious, Lana Turner, Hope Lange, Diane Varsi, and Russ Tamblyn
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Book Vs. Movie: Peyton Place The 1956 Novel Vs. the 1957 Movie Peyton Place by Grace Metalious, published in 1956, became one of the most controversial books of its time due to its exploration of taboo topics like adultery, incest, and moral hypocrisy in a small New England town. The explicit content led to the book being banned in several cities a…
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To Kill a Mockingbird (1962) Harper Lee, Gregory Peck, Mary Badham, Robert DuVall, & Brock Peters
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Book Vs. Movie: To Kill a Mockingbird The 1960 Novel Vs. the 1962 Movie The 1962 film adaptation of To Kill a Mockingbird, directed by Robert Mulligan, is a powerful retelling of Harper Lee's classic novel. The story follows Atticus Finch, played by Gregory Peck in an Oscar-winning performance, as he defends Tom Robinson (Brock Peters), a Black man…
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Now Voyager (1942) Bette Davis, Paul Henreid, Claude Rains, Gladys Cooper, & Olive Higgins Prouty
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Book Vs. Movie: Now, Voyager The 1941 Novel Vs. the 1942 Movie Olive Higgins Prouty's 1941 novel Now, Voyager was later adapted into a 1942 film starring Bette Davis. This powerful story follows Charlotte Vale, a repressed woman controlled by her domineering mother. After a breakdown, Charlotte undergoes a transformative journey, finding independen…
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Charlottes Web (1973) E.B. White, Hannah & Barbera, Debbie Reynolds, Paul Lynde, and The Sherman Brothers
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Book Vs. Movie: Charlotte’s Web The 1952 Novel Vs the 1973 Movie "Charlotte's Web" by E.B. White is a classic children's novel that tells the heartwarming story of Wilbur, a pig, and his unlikely friendship with Charlotte, a wise and caring spider. Through Charlotte's clever web-spinning, she helps save Wilbur from being slaughtered, highlighting t…
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The Bling Ring (2013) Based on a Vanity Fair article with Sofia Coppola & Emma Watson
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Book Vs. Movie: The Bling Ring The Vanity Fair Article Vs.The 2013 Sofia Coppola Movie "The Bling Ring" is a 2013 film written and directed by Sofia Coppola and is based on the true story of a group of teenagers known as the Bling Ring, who used the internet to track celebrities' whereabouts to rob their homes. The screenplay is based on Nancy Jo S…
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Born Yesterday (1950) Judy Holliday, Broderick Crawford, William Holden, & Garson Kanin
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Book Vs. Movie: Born Yesterday The 1946 Play Vs.The 1950 Movie "Born Yesterday" (based on the 1946 play by Garson Kanin) is a sharp critique of corruption and a celebration of personal growth. It explores the transformative power of education and delves into themes of ethics and integrity. Even after over seven decades, its themes of empowerment, i…
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I promised I will tell the story - Muhannad Hadi - UN Deputy Special Coordinator and Humanitarian Coordinator for the Occupied Palestinian Territory
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Muhannad Hadi knew that humanitarian work was his calling from an early age. Now UN Deputy Special Coordinator and humanitarian coordinator for the Occupied Palestinian Territory, he is devoting himself to helping to alleviate the unimaginable suffering in Gaza. “They told me that agony, 24/7. They told me what they go through from the morning unti…
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310 to Yuma (2007) Christian Bale, Russell Crowe, Elmore Leonard, Glenn Ford & Van Heflin
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Book Vs. Movie: 3:10 to Yuma The 1953 Elmore Leonard Short Story Vs.The 2007 Movie "3:10 to Yuma" (2007) is a Western film directed by James Mangold, based on a short story by Elmore Leonard. It is a remake of the 1957 film of the same name. Here are some key details: The story is set in the late 19th century. It follows Dan Evans (Christian Bale),…
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Keeping hope alive - Juliette Murekeyisoni - UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR)
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Growing up as a refugee in Burundi, Juliette Murekeyisoni dedicated herself to helping others from an early age. In her recent role as UNHCR’s deputy representative in South Sudan, she continued to keep hope alive by encouraging refugees to focus on their education and long-term perspectives. “For me, every time I meet them, I tell them: “Don't los…
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The Most Dangerous Game (1932) Joel McCrea, Faye Wray, Leslie Banks, & Richard Connell
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Book Vs. Movie: The Most Dangerous Game The 1924 Short Story Vs.The 1932 Movie "The Most Dangerous Game" is a short story by Richard Connell, published in 1924. It follows Sanger Rainsford, a big-game hunter who ends up on an isolated Caribbean island. There, he meets General Zaroff, a hunter who has grown bored with traditional games and now hunts…
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Racing to prevent famine in Gaza - Matthew Hollingworth - World Food Programme (WFP)
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Matthew Hollingworth has worked in conflict zones around the world, from Ukraine to South Sudan and Syria. Previously in charge of the World Food Programme’s (WFP) emergency operations in the West Bank and Gaza, Matthew was responsible for delivering life-saving aid to desperate people. “People ask me every single day when I'm in Gaza: “When will t…
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Suddenly Last Summer (1959) Tennessee Williams, Elizabeth Taylor, Katharine Hepburn, & Montgomery Clift
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Book Vs. Movie: Suddenly, Last Summer The 1958 Play Vs.The 1959 Movie Suddenly Last Summer is a 1959 film based on the play by Tennessee Williams, adapted for the screen by Gore Vidal and Williams himself. Directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz, the film stars Elizabeth Taylor, Katharine Hepburn, and Montgomery Clift. The plot revolves around a wealthy w…
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Seconds (1966) Rock Hudson, John Frankenheimer, John Randolph, & David Ely.
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Book Vs. Movie: Seconds The 1964 Book Vs. The 1966 Movie The Margos are set to permanently change our lives with "Seconds," a 1966 American science fiction drama directed by John Frankenheimer. The film is based on David Ely's 1963 novel of the same name and stars Rock Hudson in a bravura performance. The plot centers around Arthur Hamilton, a midd…
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To fight global hunger, farmers know best - Beth Bechdol - Deputy Director-General - UN Food & Agriculture Organization (FAO)
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Growing up on a farm, Beth Bechdol never dreamed of following in her agricultural family’s footsteps. Now Deputy Director-General of the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), she has not only returned to her roots, but is now fighting the corner of farmers the world over. “I know what it takes to grow a crop and to provide enough support fo…
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Brats (2024) The Memoir Vs. The Hulu Documentary: Andrew McCarthy, Emilio Estevez, & Demi Moore
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Book Vs. Movie: Brats The 2021 Memoir Vs. The 2024 Hulu Documentary "Brat: An '80s Story" is a memoir by Andrew McCarthy, published in 2021. In this book, McCarthy, an actor best known for his roles in iconic '80s films like "St. Elmo's Fire" and "Pretty in Pink," reflects on his experiences as part of the so-called "Brat Pack," a group of young ac…
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