Worldview regularly devotes research, time and attention to a specific
issue striking international implications. Follow the links below to interviews
and reports that will keep you fully informed on a variety of topics affecting citizens throughout the globe.
The Geopolitics of Energy
August 14-22, 2006
“The Geopolitics of Energy” explores the strategic, political and economic alliances between countries based on their hunt for energy, and the part U.S. foreign policy plays in creating these alliances. Host Jerome McDonnell asks the simple questions, such as, “Who buys from whom? Who sells energy to whom and why?” that lead to the more complex issues circulating the connection between politics and the quest for energy. Visit the Worldview Audio Library to listen to the stories in the series.
Trapped—The Politics of Travel
June 26-30, 2006
There was a time when travel was limitless for those with money, and passports were unncessary. Now, many international disputes restrict people from moving around too much. The series “Trapped—The Politics of Travel” visited those who are restricted from leaving their homeland because of politics and papers. The week-long series looked at the freedom of movement through the lens of human rights, and included a discussion about the history of the passport.
Global Education
April 24-28, 2006
In conjunction with Chicago Matters: Valuing Education, Worldview explored the value of education worldwide. We looked at how other countries pursue education goals like universal primary education and gender and class equity. And, we discussed how countries in the developing and developed world deal with educational philosophies about tracking, testing and privatization. The series ran from Monday, April 24-Friday, April 28, 2006.
Sex, Honor and Shame
March 6-10, 2006
Sexuality-based abuse, inequality, and stigma are realities both here in Chicago and around the globe. Chicago Public Radio's Worldview presented the “Sex, Honor and Shame” series in celebration of International Women's Day on March 8. The series of discussions and stories explored issues of sexual violence, sex work, trafficking, and other sexually-stigmatized communities.
Color Complex
January 30-February 3, 2006
“Color Complex: Racism and Communities of Color” explores the ways racism and xenophobia play out within and between communities. How has fear of “the other” affected relations between communities of color? Contributions to this series came from several Chicago Public Radio programs, including Worldview.
Inside the DPRK
January 16-20, 2006
The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) is considered one of the more reclusive countries in the world. Unsurprisingly, the mysteries of North Korea are often interpreted by people who have never been there. Worldview gets the inside story from people who have actually have seen North Korea in person.
Where Things Come From
December 19-22, 2005
Do you ever wonder where your clothes come from? How about your food? Or your medicine? We set out to answer these questions in our series, “Where Things Come From.” Find out what we discovered.
Comparisons
October 3-12, 2005
We examine how the U.S. compares with other industrialized countries, and find out how the U.S. ranks when it comes to fighting crime and infant mortality, promoting work/family balance and taking care of the poor.
July 11-15, 2005
Tune in for conversations with scientists and activists about the future of energy and possible solutions for the world after oil.
The Online War of Iraq
Often the work of dedicated individuals, many Web sites follow aspects
of the Iraq war underreported by the mainstream press. Worldview profiles some of these sites that keep track of what's going on.
Ongoing
“Global Activism Stories” showcase voices of individuals trying to make
the world better through small-scale efforts.
Dip into Chicago's global diaspora groups through this series that explores issues important to Chicago's many international communities.
The Present and Future of China
January 17-25, 2005
We talk with human rights investigators, environmentalists and political scientists to get a better perspective on what President Bush has called a “strategic competitor.”
A Place to Call Home
October 18 through 22, 2004
The U.S. Committee for Refugees estimates that there are 35.5 million refugees, asylum seekers and internally displaced persons in the world today. While many people are aware of temporary refugee camps, fewer know what happens to refugee populations after the initial conflict. In this special series, we examine the different realities faced by refugees throughout the world as they search for a place to call home.
Military 101
Week of June 14, 2004
Marking the 229th anniversary of the creation of the U.S. Army, Worldview gets some basic training about the Armed Forces. |
Indigenous Peoples
December 2001-August, 2003
There are some 300 million indigenous peoples around the world.
In this week-long series, we explore some of the issues impacting
indigenous peoples and trends in the global indigenous people's
movement.
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Infectious Diseases
Originally broadcast February 2003
Conversations about infectious diseases quickly become discussions about something else. Listen to these interviews about how globalism, economic inequality, and environmental degradation usually walk hand-in-hand with these viruses. |
Arab
Nationalism
Originally broadcast February 2003
The history and impact of Arab nationalism tells a lot about the
region and the outside actors that have attempted to influence the
area. Listen to these discussions about the background of Arab Nationalism.
Nuclear Posturing
Originally broadcast February 2003
Concern about weapons of mass destruction is now at the center of
U.S. foreign policy. While chemical and biological threats are menacing,
the weapon of most devastating destruction is still the nuclear
weapon.
Diaspora Communities
Originally broadcast December 2002
Profiling some diaspora communities around the world; the benefits
they bring to their adopted homes, and the problems that result
from their presence.
Sustainable Development
Originally broadcast August-September 2002
The UN's 2002 World Summit on Sustainable Development aimed to
fight poverty and protect the environment. Worldview devoted a series
of programs to issues concerning development.
Political Prisoners
Originally broadcast August 2002
Who is a political prisoner? Is it anyone whose freedom or movement
is restricted based on his or her beliefs and actions? Is it also
persons held because of who they are? Throughout this series, Worldview
explores these and other questions.
Global Food Issues
Originally broadcast July 2002
An examination of the global food revolution
Intractable Conflicts
Originally broadcast June 2002
Listen to a range of perspectives on the sources of many of the
intractable conflicts in the news today.
Current Issues in Central Asia
Originally broadcast May 2002
This series provides insight into the forces shaping central Asia.
Dams as a Development Option
Originally broadcast April 1999-February 2002
Dams have long been valued by many as key agents of development.
But many believe the cultural and ecological costs are too high
and the dams are not really the most effecient means of achieving
desired benefits.
Political Islam
Originally broadcast January 2002
Understanding political Islam, or Islamic fundamentalism, is becoming
increasingly important. By examining the history of political Islam
and the forms that it takes, this Worldview series provides a context
for understanding recent events in the Middle East and Central Asia.
Endangered Languages
Originally broadcast December 2001
Are we moving from a world of 5,000 languages to a world with just
one? Worldview discusses this and other questions during
a series of programs devoted to endangered languages.
Saudi Arabia
Originally broadcast December 2001
This week-long series examines both modern-day Saudi Arabia and
its past.
Statements of Osama bin Laden
Originally broadcast November 2001
November 26-27, 2001, Worldview was devoted to interpreting
the statements of Osama bin Laden.
Global Race Issues
Originally broadcast August-September 2001
By examining international race issues, Worldview provides
a context for the UN's World Conference Against Racism which took
place August 31-September 7, 2001.
Free Trade Area of the Americas
Originally broadcast April 2001
As leaders throughout the Americas gathered to negotiate a free
trade pact between their nations, Worldview provided a range
of perspectives regarding the Summit of the Americas.
U.S.-China Standoff
Originally broadcast April 2001
Worldview's coverage of the spy plane standoff provides a range
of perspectives on the relationship between these two countries.
Religion and International
Relations
Originally broadcast January 2001
A look at how religion’s role in politics has changed in recent
years, particularly where human rights and the use of force is concerned.
Land Reform in Latin America
Originally broadcast January 2001
Listen to interviews from Worldview that detail efforts to bring
equality to Central America and Mexico.
The Mideast Peace Debacle
Originally broadcast November 2000-April 2001
With the recent events the peace process is in turmoil. Listen to
discussions on the cause of the current problems and possible solutions.
Revolution in
Serbia
Originally broadcast August-December 2000
Follow the Fall of Serbian President Slobodan Milosevic
Sexual
Exploitation in Japan
Originally broadcast October 2000
Listen to interviews from Worldview that outline the past and present
of sexual exploitation in Japan, with attempts to end today's human
rights abuses and come to terms with the past.
Constitutions
Around the Globe
Originally broadcast August 2000
Explore recent constitutional news, law and topics ranging from
states with no constitution, to states with constitutions that reach
over 200 pages-long, to ancient constitutions which were written
in the form of poetry.
Earth Day: International
Environmental Issues
Originally broadcast April 2000
A series concerning international environmental issues.
International Women and Gender
Issues
Originally broadcast March 2000
A series concerning international gender issues.
Shifts in Japanese Society and Identity
Originally broadcast 2000
Time
Originally broadcast December 2000
A special Chicago Public Radio week-long series looking at time.
Crisis in East Timor
Originally broadcast August 1999-August 2000
The ongoing conflict in East Timor and the international community's
response.
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