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Norkplim Mattah, a student from Ghana, takes us through her life journey that is fraught with so many incredible experiences. Mattah, a trilingual who speaks English, French, and Spanish, spent a year in Spain and worked British and Brazilian diplomatic missions in Ghana before embarking on a journey to pursue Grad school in the US.
Dr. Walt Wolfram is a pioneering figure in the field of sociolinguistics and he directs the North Carolina Language and Life Project. Dr. Wolfram is the William C. Friday Distinguished University Professor at NC State and he is a recipient of the North Carolina Award, the highest civilian honor given by the state of North Carolina. In this episode, Dr. Wolfram discusses his surprising upbringing and his fascinating work on the dialects of North Carolina. Dr. Wolfram is exceedingly funny and I really enjoyed getting to speak with him. Enjoy!
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Abdullah Talks to Ric Prado, a shadow warrior who spent 24 years with the CIA. His journey has taken him from the jungles of Nicaragua to the tough terrain of Afghanistan and other countries. From being a Cuban orphan in the US to becoming one of the most well-known CIA officers, Ric takes us through his life journey and its different intricacies in this 1-hour and 20-minute long conversation.
Chapter 3 of the Identity Library dives into the experience of relocating and living in a new country. This episode will be especially valuable for those who are currently making or planning an international move, with guest Loridana Fosha sharing her insights and emotions about moving to Spain for the next two years. My hope is that this conversation will assist travelers in finding their footing and achieving inner peace amid the transition.
This episode is part of Eye on the Triangle’s special series called “Politics Unpacked: Elections 2024 Edition,” in which we interview NC political analysts and political science professors. In this episode, host Emilia Rivadeneira talks with political analysts Chris Cooper and Michael Bitzer to explore North Carolina’s electoral landscape. They tackle questions ranging from whether North Carolina is truly a purple state to potential outcomes of the upcoming presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.
Stone and Griffin discuss the recent success in men’s and women’s soccer. They also discuss NC State football, it’s upcoming game vs Tennessee, and where the team fits into the top 25 FBS ranking.
Happy Mental Health Awareness Month! To kick off the new month, we’ll embark on a quest to uncover the essence of life with my guest, Nima Fatima. This chapter, “The Journey to Our Meaning of Life,” shares a personal narrative of navigating the challenges of external circumstances—particularly during COVID times—and the process of rediscovering oneself after a profound emotional upheaval. My hope is that this conversation resonates with someone, offering solace or inspiration no matter where you are on your journey. Please be aware that the episode covers sensitive subjects that may be triggering for some listeners. If you or someone you know is in a mental health crisis, please reach out to 919-515-2423 or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255.
A conversation with Harrison Mann, a Jewish army major who decided to resign from the Defense Intelligence Agency over the Biden administration’s handling of Gaza. Mann takes us through his background in joining the military, his career in intelligence, his trips to the region, and his resignation.
This is a conversation with Riley Livermore, a military veteran who resigned from the Air Force as a result of the Biden administration’s policy regarding the situation in Gaza. Riley spent 16 years in the Air Force, during which he got to spend 2 years in Israel from 2016 to 2018. In this episode, we talk about his background, his years in the military, his experience in the Middle East, and the decision he made to finally pull the plug.
In this conversation with Kathy Gannon, a veteran journalist, we take a deep dive into her experience with Afghanistan. We talk about the Mujahedeen Vs. the soviets, the US invasion, the pullout, and her role as a war journalist who has dedicated her life to reporting from some of the most dangerous areas in the world. This is unfiltered, raw, and very real. certain subjects might be sensitive to some people, so please be advised.