
Global Development Interrupted shares the voices of people whose work was upended when USAID was dismantled and foreign aid was cut, revealing what that loss means for America and for progress worldwide. globaldevinterrupted.substack.com
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 13 | Founded | 4 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | DocumentaryPoliticsSociety & CultureNews | |||

In the Season Two premiere of Global Development Interrupted, host Leah Petit is joined by Chris Wurst, a former Foreign Service Officer with the U.S. Department of State and the creator and host of the podcast SoftPower/Ful Stories. Chris spent more... more
In our last episode, Ben Eveslage described what happened when U.S. global assistance suddenly stopped. Programs froze, but local partners kept showing up. Community organizations, peer educators, community volunteers, and community health workers we... more
As we close out our focus on World AIDS Day, we talk with Ben Eveslage about a path that starts in suburban Michigan and extends across Ghana, Iraq, East Africa, and beyond, and the photography project he created to capture the people behind the HIV ... more
In last week’s episode, Eric Smith shared how USAID’s Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility worked to build an agency where people felt seen, valued, and included. That conversation served as a reminder that inclusion is not just ... more
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One of my favorite episodes is with Jeremy Williammee. I wasn’t aware of how USAID was helping El Salvador workers get temporary work visas, which effectively prevents illegal migration to the US. US industries that can’t find US-based workers could have El Salvador citizens come for temporary work for jobs like harvesting crops and fishing. No perilous journey through Mexico, and the US Govt could manage their stays in the US. It’s too bad that the current administration closed these legal pat... more
It’s so cool to hear from people who actually worked for USAID! Great conversations that demystify what USAID was.
Leah is a warm, welcoming guide through the lives and stories of people from the international development space. Worth a listen if you have any interest or -preconceived ideas - of who made USAID work!
A great listen as to why we need USAID. Very informative!
So informative so unaware of all that it takes just to keep the world functioning in the United States, healthy and safe
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This podcast focuses on the consequences of the dismantling of USAID and cuts to foreign aid, showcasing personal stories from those who have worked within this space. It features in-depth conversations with former USAID employees and advocates who share their experiences, insights, and the broader implications of reduced international support on global health, governance, and social development. Topics explored include public health crises, stigma surrounding diseases like HIV, and the impact on vulnerable populations, particularly in regions directly affected by these changes. Through personal anecdotes and expert commentary, listeners gain a nuanced understanding of international development challenges and the critical importance of sust... more
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