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What in the World

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Helping you make sense of what’s happening in your world. Big stories, small stories and everything in between. Understand more, feel better. Five days a week, Monday to Friday.

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Nostalgia. That reminiscent, comforting feeling of something from the past that is familiar. We get it with different things, from fashion to TV shows and music. In the last few years, there’s been a huge rise in things like y2k fashion, old school t... more

Are you an extrovert or an introvert? Do you enjoy small talk with strangers or do you do everything you can to avoid catching their eye? Type A or Type B?

Right now the internet is obsessed with these labels. Personality types, birth charts, attach... more

From the Caribbean to the Mediterranean, tonnes of seaweed is turning up on beaches in ever bigger quantities. Seaweed blooms — massive, rapid accumulations of seaweed — are smelly and can release toxic gases. They’re also crowding out native plants.... more

Football fans all around the world are gearing up for the 2026 Men’s World Cup. It’s set to be a historic tournament and will be hosted by three countries for the first time: the United States, Canada and Mexico. But some fans says it will make the h... more

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Ryan Lizardi
Professor of media studies at State University of New York who studies nostalgia.
State University of New York
Episode: Are we in our nostalgia era?
Marie Tusiama
Founder of Archive Ivoire, which shares aesthetics and pop culture from the Ivory Coast in the 90s and early 2000s.
Archive Ivoire
Episode: Are we in our nostalgia era?
Claudia Hammond
Psychologist and BBC presenter
BBC
Episode: Why are we obsessed with personality types and labels?
Yuna Ku
BBC reporter in South Korea
Episode: Why are we obsessed with personality types and labels?
Santiago Stebelski
Young entrepreneur from Mexico and founder of Sargolico, focusing on sustainable seaweed products.
Sargolico
Episode: Why is there so much seaweed on our beaches?
Jamasubat Dweesa
Student and football fan from Ivory Coast expressing concerns about visa restrictions
Episode: How easy will it be to go to the 2026 World Cup?
Celestine Karoney
BBC sports reporter from Nairobi, Kenya
BBC
Episode: How easy will it be to go to the 2026 World Cup?
Devon Amadu
Fan from Cape Verde discussing ticket pricing issues
Episode: How easy will it be to go to the 2026 World Cup?
Makuochi Okafor
BBC reporter covering charitable campaigns and influencer dynamics.
BBC
Episode: The growing trend of influencers fronting charity campaigns

Host

Hannah Gelbart
Host of several episodes, providing engaging and informative commentary on various global issues, often accompanied by expert guests and personal insights.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 379 ratings
  • Fantastic

    This podcast is super interesting! I do enjoy listening to it !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Miglioremary83
    Italy4 months ago
  • .

    Good but they speak verry fast and I don’t understand the half.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Meeeee the best 😝
    France4 months ago
  • No depth

    So short. I don’t feel you answer many questions about the topic.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jake90985
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • How the search for Miss South Africa turned ugly

    Please report accurately on the eligibility of contestants

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mpho Tshukudu
    South Africaa year ago
  • Amazing podcast on Korean Shamans!

    I thought Soo Min Kim provided a captivating exploration of the evolution of shamanism over time. It was interesting to see the historical shifts and understand how these traditions have adapted to modern society.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Benthomas315
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the variety of topics covered, particularly the blend of big events and personal stories that illuminate complex issues.
Some have noted a preference for slower pacing, indicating that a segment of the audience may struggle to follow the rapid delivery of information.
Many express that the discussions are thought-provoking and relevant to current global concerns, fostering a deeper understanding of various subjects.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#66
Singapore/News
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#73
Hong Kong/News
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#75
Taiwan/News
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#108
South Korea/News
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#116
Philippines/News
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#123
Mexico/News

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Why is there so much seaweed on our beaches?
Q: What do you actually do with the sargassum?
Santiago and his brother collect sargassum to make sustainable products like bioplastics, working on a small scale in his mom's kitchen.
Why is there so much seaweed on our beaches?
Q: Why did you decide to set this company up?
Santiago was inspired to become an agent of change after witnessing the dramatic change in Cancun's beaches filled with sargassum since his childhood visit.
Ethiopia arrests TikTok creators over ‘indecent’ outfits
Q: How have people in Ethiopia reacted to the arrests?
Some people found the arrests unacceptable, while a larger number celebrated the government's actions, as Ethiopia holds conservative values and many citizens called for stricter control over influencer behavior.
Ethiopia arrests TikTok creators over ‘indecent’ outfits
Q: What exactly happened at the Ethiopian Creative Award Ceremony?
The ceremony celebrates influencers and creators from platforms like TikTok. However, many attendees faced accusations from Ethiopian authorities of promoting behavior that undermines public morality through their clothing choices.
Ethiopia arrests TikTok creators over ‘indecent’ outfits
Q: Are there rules or expectations about what people can wear in public there?
The rules are not clear because there isn't much explicit regulations and laws when it comes to what you can wear and what you can not wear unless it is to do with public indecency or very explicit exposure of one's body.

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Highlighted by its focus on both significant global events and relatable personal stories, this podcast offers listeners a comprehensive understanding of the world around them. The episodes cover a diverse range of topics including sports, human rights issues, environmental activism, and current affairs, often featuring expert guests who provide depth to complex subjects. Unique narratives about cultural phenomena and social issues are woven into discussions, making the content both informative and engaging. The show aims to keep listeners informed and enlightened, breaking down headlines and offering perspectives that allow for a more nuanced understanding of pressing matters.

With new episodes released five days a week, the format caters... more

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Recent guests on What in the World include:

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2. Marie Tusiama
3. Claudia Hammond
4. Yuna Ku
5. Santiago Stebelski
6. Jamasubat Dweesa
7. Celestine Karoney
8. Devon Amadu

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