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When a young Eva Kollisch arrives as a refugee in New York in 1940, she finds a community among socialists who share her values and idealism. She soon discovers ‘the cause’ isn’t as idyllic as it seems. Little does she know this is the beginning of a lifelong commitment to activism and her determination to create radical change in ways that include belonging, love and one's full self. In addition to Eva Kollisch’s memoirs Girl in Movement (2000) and The Ground Under My Feet (2014), LBI’s collections include an oral history interview with Eva conducted in 2014 and the papers of Eva’s mother, poet Margarete Kolllisch, which document Eva’s childhood experience on the Kindertransport. Learn more at www.lbi.org/kollisch . Exile is a production of the Leo Baeck Institute , New York | Berlin and Antica Productions . It’s narrated by Mandy Patinkin. Executive Producers include Katrina Onstad, Stuart Coxe, and Bernie Blum. Senior Producer is Debbie Pacheco. Associate Producers are Hailey Choi and Emily Morantz. Research and translation by Isabella Kempf. Sound design and audio mix by Philip Wilson, with help from Cameron McIver. Theme music by Oliver Wickham. Voice acting by Natalia Bushnik. Special thanks to the Kollisch family for the use of Eva’s two memoirs, “Girl in Movement” and “The Ground Under My Feet”, the Sophia Smith Collection at Smith College and their “Voices of Feminism Oral History Project”, and Soundtrack New York.…

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Zelesnky tells Russia to stop attacking Ukraine 47:25

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Russia says Western governments are fragmenting over the war in Ukraine. President Putin's spokesman said no coordinated peace plan was on the agenda yet. His remarks reflect recent divisions between President Trump and Ukraine and its supporters in Europe.Also in the programme: Arab states and UN condemn Gaza aid blockade by Israel; Anora sweeps the board at the Oscars; and we speak to Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie.(Photo: France, the UK and other European leaders met on Sunday to discuss Ukraine's security. Credit: EPA)…

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Moscow says West "fragmenting" over Ukraine 29:50

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The Kremlin has lashed out at European countries pouring money into Ukraine's war effort. Also: Anora - the story of a stripper - sweeps the Oscars board, and there's stinging criticism of the United States from the UN.

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Can South Africa be peacemaker in Ukraine? 29:50

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South Africa voted for a UN General Assembly resolution calling for Ukraine’s territorial integrity to be respected, last week, while the US abstained from the vote because it considered the resolution too anti-Russian. How does the very public falling out between the US and Ukraine affect South Africa's offer to broker peace between Moscow and Kyiv? What's South Africa's role in all of this? Also, navigating the subject of witchcraft in Zambia.And how did Guinea eradicate sleeping sickness?Presenter: Audrey Brown Technical Producer: Francesca Dunne Producers: Yvette Twagiramariya, Bella Hassan and Nyasha Michelle Senior Journalist: Karnie Sharp Editors: Andre Muthengi and Alice Muthengi…

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03/03/2025 59:17

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TikTok and the digital pimps: Eye Investigates 29:23

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With its dancing challenges and comedy sketches, it’s no surprise why Tiktok is popular with young Kenyans. It’s also a way for them to make money through the app’s gifting service. But there’s a darker side, where young women – and girls as young as 15 – are selling sexual content on livestreams, with some being recruited and exploited by “digital pimps”. Africa Eye’s Debula Kemoli investigates who is profiting. A spokesperson for Tiktok said in a statement that they have zero tolerance for exploitation. And they enforce strict safety policies, including robust live content rules and moderation in 70 languages, including Swahili. Producers: Nalini Sivathasan and Patrick Clahane Editors: Pete Murimi and Rebecca Henschke Sound engineer: Neil Churchill…

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UK announces European plan for peace in Ukraine 29:35

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The UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer unveils a four-step plan to guarantee peace in Ukraine, after a summit with European leaders in London. Also: Israel blocks Gaza aid, and second commercial spacecraft lands on Moon.

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02/03/2025 12:55

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There’s a surprise for the Malik family, and a new experience for Lynda.

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European leaders meet for Ukraine summit in London 48:41

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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is hosting a meeting of European leaders to find a path towards ending the conflict in Ukraine while ensuring the continued support of the United States. We ask what prospects there are for real progress. Also on the programme: Israel cuts off humanitarian aid to Gaza in a stand-off with Hamas over a proposal to extend the first phase of the ceasefire; and a private spacecraft known as Blue Ghost lands on the moon.Photo: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer greets French President Emmanuel Macron as he arrives for a summit on Ukraine in London Credit: Christophe Ena/POOL/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock…

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Ampaign 24:51

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The musical Emilia Pérez leads this year’s Oscar nominations, but will old offensive posts by lead actress Karla Sofía Gascón derail the film's chances of success at the ceremony?

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In the Studio: Marcin Dudek 28:28

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Mark Burman follows artist Marcin Dudek as he works on his sound sculpture The Ground Harbours The Soul, which is made from the sounds of the crowd at Tottenham Hotspur stadium. Visitors get to experience all the highs and lows of fans watching a football game in real time.

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Warm welcome for President Zelensky in London 28:48

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Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky receives warm welcome in London after clash with Donald Trump at the White House. Also, Kurdish PKK separatists lay down their arms, and the bittersweet romance that could win an Oscar.

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