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The Global Jigsaw

BBC World Service
Iran
Israel
Vladimir Putin
Hamas
Russian Presidential Election
Gaza
Haiti
Axis Of Resistance
Gang Violence
Iraq
Syria
Hezbollah
Ukraine
Public Sentiment
Ukraine War
International Aid
Haitian Poverty
Islamic State
Yemen
Russia

Looking at the world through the lens of its media. Think of us as your media detectives, helping you get past the propaganda and misinformation. The Global Jigsaw comes from BBC Monitoring, which tracks, deciphers and analyses news media in 100 languages.

We reach across multiple time zones, from China and India, to Iran, Africa and Latin America.

We watch Russian state TV around the clock, givi... more

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Recent Guests

Giyar Gol
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Dila Yalcin
Expert from Istanbul, discussing the role of Kurds in Turkey.
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Mohammed Al-Jumaili
Expert on Kurdish struggles in Iraq.
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Florence Dixon
Expert discussing the Kurdish community in Syria.
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Episode: The Kurdish issue: Part one
Abu Mohammed al-Jawlani
Leader of Hayat Tahrir al Sham, significant figure in the Syrian conflict
Hayat Tahrir al Sham
Episode: The rebels who retook Aleppo
Amal Alhassan
Journalist from Sudan who fled to Kenya due to war
Episode: Sudan: A year of war

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Krassi Ivanova Twigg
Host of The Global Jigsaw

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 120 ratings
  • A model of the BBC I knew growing up in North-East Nigeria

    The Global Jigsaw exemplify the respectable journalism once associated with the BBC. I am not surprised that the program is led by someone who grew up in East Europe and still remembers that most of the world is still a dangerous place. And that the relative peace and prosperity the western world enjoys under the protection of the US naval world order is the exception not the norm around the world. Please keep up the good work. Hopefully, it will reach more ears in the West and help those who li... more

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    5
    Mshelia
    Canada2 months ago
  • Lack of substance

    There is very little substance to the reporting. Deeper insights and analysis would increase significance.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    vandenschmalz
    United States2 years ago

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The rebels who retook Aleppo
Q: What is he hoping to achieve with such, as you said, controversial move for a jihadist?
He wants to carry himself as a de facto president, who can lead militant operations and participate in political negotiations.
The rebels who retook Aleppo
Q: So, tell me about Jawlani.
He's a Syrian and one of the most powerful jihadist leaders in the Middle East.

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What is The Global Jigsaw about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content focuses on global media dynamics, examining news coverage and narratives shaped by various political and social factors. Topics include the role of media in conflicts, how public perception is manipulated through propaganda, and insights into underreported regions and issues across the globe. Emphasis is placed on providing listeners with the tools to critically engage with news, underscoring the challenges of misinformation and propaganda pervasive in contemporary media landscapes. The discussions feature expert analyses and personal narratives that uncover the complex interplay of politics and media, making it a significant resource for those seeking deeper understanding of current global affairs.

Notably, the podcast explore... more

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