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Crossing Continents

BBC Radio 4
Gaza
Human Rights
Israel
Ukraine
Plateau State
Elderly Care
Climate Change
Migration
Malaysia
Hezbollah
Hamas
Fulani
UNESCO
Angkor Wat
Development
Genocide
Social Welfare
Nigeria
Cyprus
Tourism

Stories from around the world and the people at the heart of them.

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Latest Episodes

As Nepal deals with the aftermath of devastating floods, there have been renewed warnings about the impact of climate change on the Himalayas. As temperatures have risen, glaciers across the region have shrunk and the landscape has become more unstab... more

Why has anti-Ukrainian feeling been growing in Poland? In 2022, when President Putin launched the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Poland opened its doors and the Poles their hearts to Ukrainian refugees. Millions of Ukrainians passed through Poland, ... more

Political analysts and human rights organisations say Turkey's courts are increasingly being used to silence political dissent and to shape a more socially conservative society. The most prominent defendant is Ekrem İmamoğlu, the mayor of Istanbul, a... more

Russian is the first language of millions of Ukrainians, including many of the country’s frontline troops. But it’s also the language of their enemy. And its public use is increasingly restricted by law, with ever more measures to enforce communicati... more

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Arun Shrestha
Senior climate change specialist and glaciologist
Nepal's top glaciologists
Episode: Nepal: In the shadow of a glacier
Tashi Lazom
Climate activist turned politician, member of Nepal's governing party
Nepal governing party
Episode: Nepal: In the shadow of a glacier
Maria Krul
Founder of Pa a pa association (Krokiem)
Krokiem (Step by Step) association
Episode: Has Poland fallen out of love with Ukraine?
Olena Babakova
Journalist and political analyst from Kyiv
Independent journalist/policy analyst
Episode: Has Poland fallen out of love with Ukraine?
Michal Fedorowicz
Member of European collective Rezfutura
Rezfutura
Episode: Has Poland fallen out of love with Ukraine?
Milena Kloszkowska
Board member of Homo Faber, human rights NGO
Homo Faber
Episode: Has Poland fallen out of love with Ukraine?
Grzegorz Sokol
Translator aiding the reporting
Local translator
Episode: Has Poland fallen out of love with Ukraine?
Julia (Yulia)
Valentina's daughter, 18, communicated via device
Refugee (family)
Episode: Has Poland fallen out of love with Ukraine?
Deniz Göktas
Comedian whose arrest sparked courtroom protests
Turkish entertainer/figure in opposition discourse
Episode: Turkey on Trial: Can Courts Control a Nation?

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Core production hosts with recurring appearances responsible for reporting and interviews across global stories.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 366 ratings
  • Essence of World Service - a consistently interesting listen

    What a wonderful podcast. I’m listening to the back episodes and loving every minute.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Feistylady
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • From the river to the Sea

    Congratulations Tim Whewell. Excellent two parter.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Soorian
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Phenomenal

    This podcast covers such a wide range of topics! I always learn something new, often about a topic I did not previously know anything about! Thank you for taking us all over the world!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    camping crafter
    United States3 years ago
  • Amazing

    One of the best podcasts available. Thank you to this team for opening up the world to us.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andy, IE
    Ireland4 years ago
  • Nick

    Beautifully produced. Insightful and informative. Truly excellent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NickR236
    Australia5 years ago

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Broad global relevance and strong on-the-ground reporting attract a thoughtful, educated audience.
High-quality guests and deep dives into complex issues build trust and loyalty.
Production quality and storytelling are consistently praised across episodes.
Listeners appreciate the mix of personal stories with expert analysis and policy context.

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Talking Points

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Suing 'Alligator Alcatraz': Immigration in the US
Q: How is Michael? Is he still in Alligator Alcatraz?
No, he was taken from Alligator Alcatraz late night.
Colombia's webcam women
Q: What do you say to that? (referring to the president's comments on exploitation)
Juan Carlos and Anthony state that not all studios are exploitative and that they work with authorities to shut down illegal operations.
Colombia's webcam women
Q: Do you think the webcam industry harms women?
Emma Sabina Franco Montoya believes it does, feeding into the hypersexualization of Colombian women.
Colombia's webcam women
Q: How did you become a webcam model?
Sophie transitioned from being a nightclub waitress to modeling after her relative set up a studio, seeking better financial stability.
Leaving Israel for Cyprus
Q: What impact has the increase in the Jewish community had on Cyprus?
Rabbi Raskin explains that the community has grown significantly and the integration has been positive, but it brings challenges.

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What is Crossing Continents about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program delivers long-form, on-the-ground storytelling from across the globe, focusing on human-centered investigations, cultural affairs, and critical public-interest issues. Episodes span topics like gambling and health in Brazil, art provenance and restitution, conservation versus development around iconic sites, and resilience in conflict or post-disaster contexts, often pairing powerful personal narratives with expert analysis. A distinctive strength is its mix of immersive field reporting, authoritative interviews, and a broad geographic reach, which helps listeners understand complex situations from multiple perspectives and connect global events to local impacts.

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Crossing Continents launched 19 years ago and published 422 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Crossing Continents include:

1. Arun Shrestha
2. Tashi Lazom
3. Maria Krul
4. Olena Babakova
5. Michal Fedorowicz
6. Milena Kloszkowska
7. Grzegorz Sokol
8. Julia (Yulia)

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