Here On Earth Podcast
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Produced by Wisconsin Public Radio and hosted by Jean Feraca, "Here on Earth" is a live cultural affairs call-in talk show that introduces extraordinary people from across the world whose stories instill passion and connect deeply with listeners each weekend. Join us live from 3PM to 5PM Eastern time every Saturday and Sunday.
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pgmd2, February 17, 2006
Reviewer: pgmd2
“Here On Earth” is a lively podcast dedicated to providing information about other countries, other cultures, and strengthening global relations around the world. It is hosted by Jean Feraca, and is a production of the Wisconsin Public Radio. This podcast is quite interesting as it not only features an interview but features the comments of call-in guests as well.
The audio quality is quite good and the Feraca has a great speaking voice. The weekly programs that are available include a segment geared to the pros and cons of cloning, and also another show providing an in depth look at the life of penguins. If you have some spare time, you should listen to this podcast
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Foodistan!
Fri, Feb 10, 2012
A new front in the decades-old standoff between India and Pakistan, Foodistan, an Indian reality TV show, pits the best chefs of the dueling nations against each other in a cross-border cook-off. A food-fight or a recipe for peace?
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The Lakota Way
Thu, Feb 9, 2012
"If you do not know what you are, then it does not matter what you believe" That is Lokota wisdom for you, traditional wisdom that can be applied universally. Join us for stories that make us reflect on who we are and what our purpose in life might be.
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Winning the War on War
Wed, Feb 8, 2012
Dr. Joshua Goldstein talks about his new book, Joshua Goldstein, in which he argues that tide of war is receding worldwide.
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American Dervish
Tue, Feb 7, 2012
Ayad Akhtar talks about his new novel, American Dervish, a personal memoir about growing up Muslim in America.
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The Poetry of Tomas Transtromer
Mon, Feb 6, 2012
Robin Robertson talks about Nobel Laureate, Tomas Transtromer's poems and compares the original Swedish versions with Robertson's English translations.
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Twain's Feast
Fri, Feb 3, 2012
In 1879, as he was traveling through Europe, Mark Twain wrote a fantasy menu of the American dishes he missed the most. The discovery of the menu lead Andrew Beahrs on a journey across America and through the country's culinary history.
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Comics in the Classroom
Thu, Feb 2, 2012
Jean Feraca talks with Gene Luen Yang about the education and cultural values of comic books and graphic novels.
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Little Free Libraries
Wed, Feb 1, 2012
Rick Brooks and Todd Bol talk about Little Free Libraries, and how they aim to promote literacy and create a sense of community.
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Healing The Heart Of Democracy
Tue, Jan 31, 2012
On the one-year anniversary of the Arab spring, we're reminded that democracy is a never-ending process. In his new book designed to re-invigorate American democracy, Parker Palmer connects the U.S. political climate to larger global movements.
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Terrence Malick's The Tree of Life
Mon, Jan 30, 2012
Terrence Malick's latest film garnered boos and cheers at its premiere in Cannes before winning the festival's main prize, the Palme d'Or. Film critic David Sterritt and professor Barbara Newman join us to share their take on this exceptional film.
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The French Slow Cooker
Fri, Jan 27, 2012
Who knew that cooking Proven al vegetable soup, red-wine braised beef with mushrooms, and even bouillabaisse could be as easy as setting a timer on your slow cooker? Lori Skelton talks with Michele Scicolone about recipes from her new cookbook.
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The Peace Maker from Syria
Thu, Jan 26, 2012
Working from a revived 10 century monastery situated between Iraq, Lebanon, Israel and the West Bank, Fathr Paolo's community of nuns and monks symbolized peace symbolized peace and real time interfaith dialog between Christians and Muslims.
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The Muslim Brotherhood
Wed, Jan 25, 2012
In the wake of the protests in Tahrir Square, many Western observers are dismayed by the electoral success of the Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt. Dr. Tariq Ramadan, joins us to talk about what the Brotherhood's leadership means for Egyptian democracy.
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Abraham's Family
Tue, Jan 24, 2012
Three principal members of the University of Wisconsin-Madison's LUBAR Institute for the Study of the Abrahamic Religions in a candid conversation about how faith illuminates their lives, and what they have learned from one another
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An Open Door: Jewish Rescue in the Philippines
Mon, Jan 23, 2012
Filmmaker Noel Izon uncovers the obscure history of the Philippines' rescue of German Jews fleeing the holocaust in World War II.
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Feeding the Dragon
Fri, Jan 20, 2012
In 2005, Mary Kate and Nate Tate set out on a 9,700 mile trip across China, collecting recipes from the country's myriad of culinary traditions. From the mountains of Tibet to the deserts of Xinjiang, the duo create a delicious blend of food and travel.
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