Month: January 2023

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Focus on Africa - Charges brought against Senegalese opposition candidate

In Senegal: the mayor of Ziguinchor is on trial for rape. Ousmane Sonkor says the charges were brought to stop him running for president next year.

Also, Nigerian presidential contender Rabiu Kwakwanso explains why voters should choose him in elections next month.

And Sierra Leone introduces a new law mandating quotas to allow women into public office and private positions.

Those stories and more in this podcast presented by Audrey Brown

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State of the World from NPR - Germany’s chancellor said he’d boost military. How is the German army doing now?

The war in Ukraine shook Europe. Just days after Russia's invasion, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz announced a $100 billion boost for Germany's military. Has it helped? Here's a look at the state of Germany's armed forces and the industry that depends on their survival

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The Commentary Magazine Podcast - The Left’s Ideological Enforcers

Today’s podcast takes up the successful war by New York leftists against their own Democratic governor, Kathy Hochul, and her choice for chief judge of the state’s court of appeals. Why are they attacking her? And why is the left ganging up on a hockey player who didn’t want to wear a warmup jacket of their choosing? Give a listen. Source

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CoinDesk Podcast Network - CARPE CONSENSUS: SBF’s Deluded Substack, Crypto in DC and Gutter NFTs

“Carpe Consensus” dives into the latest crypto news, from Sam Bankman-Fried’s new blog to Yuga Labs’ sewer-themed non-fungible token project. Plus: Marta Belcher joins to provide an update on crypto regulation.

On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson chat about this week’s highlights in crypto news. Marta Belcher, civil liberties and crypto attorney, joins to discuss privacy and crypto policy.

  • [2:01] Inside the Desk: “Is Sam Bankman-Fried Losing His Mind?” and Yuga Labs’ gamified NFT drop with an unusual theme.
  • [10:31] Marta Belcher: How has FTX changed crypto’s perception in Washington, D.C.? Belcher provides insights on the latest crypto bills and regulation introduced.
  • [26:37] Danny’s Dungeon: Danny gives an update to the Saber saga as the U.S. Department of Justice investigates the two brothers behind the faked Solana developer ecosystem.
  • [31:02] Cam’s Corner: Decentralized autonomous organizations (DAO) can sometimes be … weird.

What’s “Carpe Consensus?” CoinDesk’s newest podcast is for crypto fans and fiends, DeFi degens and non-fungible enthusiasts, while welcoming the crypto curious. Each week, hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson thread together the biggest themes in crypto. Consensus speakers and guest experts join the hosts to pull back the curtain on all things crypto and Web3, providing listeners with a balanced look at the state of the industry. Tune in weekly on Thursdays on the CoinDesk Podcast Network.

Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26–28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code CARPE to get 15% off your pass. Visit https://consensus.coindesk.com.

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“Carpe Consensus” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl.

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CBS News Roundup - World News Roundup: 01/19

DC showdown over the debt ceiling. Will there be charges in the Alec Baldwin movie set shooting? Paramedics charged with murder. CBS News Correspondent Steve Kathan has today's World News Roundup.

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Reset with Sasha-Ann Simons - Re-thinking Safety In Queer Spaces

Instances of LGBTQ hate crimes are increasing across the country, and Chicago isn’t immune. This week, a hammer-wielding man yelled slurs and attacked a queer-owned business in Rogers Park. Reset talks with journalist Jake Wittich, and Slo’mo producer Kristen Kaza about the impact of these attacks and what can be done to preserve safety in queer spaces.