Open Society Foundations Podcast

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From Bosnia to Libya: The Impact of War Reporting on Foreign Policy Jun 14, 2011

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How does the media affect government decisions? Tom Gjelten moderates this Open Society panel with journalists Roger Cohen, David Rieff, and Lindsey Hilsum. Speakers: David Rieff, Lindsey Hilsum, Roger Cohen, Tom Gjelten. (Recorded: May 18, 2011)

The Philanthropy of George Soros: Building Open Societies Jun 07, 2011

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This conversation with George Soros covers topics including the roots of his philanthropic philosophy, lessons learned, and the future of the work of the Open Society Foundations. Speakers: George Soros, Aryeh Neier, Gara LaMarche. (Recorded: May 12, 2011)

Equal Education May 24, 2011

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This discussion is led by representatives of Open Society grantee Equal Education, a movement working for quality and equality in South African education, through analysis and activism. Speakers: Aleesha Taylor, Dmitri Holtzman, Jonathan Hodgson, Nokubonga Yawa. (Recorded: May 10, 2011)

HOT—Mark Hertsgaard in Conversation with Climatologist James Hansen May 03, 2011

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Legendary climate scientist James Hansen and journalist Mark Hertsgaard discuss the new realities of global warming and the profound challenges they present, now and in the future. Speakers: Mark Hertsgaard, James Hansen, Nancy Youman. (Recorded: April 14, 2011)

One Year After the Uprising: Human Rights in Kyrgyzstan Apr 19, 2011

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This Open Society Foundations event explores the current status of human rights in Kyrgyzstan one year after its popular uprising. Speakers: Dmitry Kabak, Sardarbek Bagishbekov, Valentina Gritsenko, Dinara Oshurakhunova, Michael Hall. (Recorded: March 29, 2011)

Terrorism and International Law Apr 12, 2011

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Justice Richard Goldstone and other experts discuss international human rights law, the investigation and prosecution of terrorist crimes, reform in counterterrorism, and victims’ right to reparations. Speakers: Justice Richard Goldstone, Amrit Singh, Mark Ellis, Julia A. Hall, Juan E. Mendez, Javaid Rehman. (Recorded: March 23, 2011)

Use of Information and Data for Enhanced Communication and Advocacy Apr 05, 2011

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The keynote speaker at this event was Ellen Miller, founder and executive director of the Sunlight Foundation, who focused on the theme “Turning Data into Action.” Speakers: Ellen Miller, Janet Haven, Goran Buldioski. (Recorded: March 17, 2011)

Black Faces in White Places: Becoming a Game Changer in a Competitive World Mar 29, 2011

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Author Randal D. Pinkett, along with noted social entrepreneurs and philanthropic leaders, discuss how black men and boys can "change the game" at work, at home, and in their communities. Speakers: Randal D. Pinkett, Nicole Sharpe, Susan Taylor Batten, Chandra Anderson, Roger Blissett, Michael Lewis. (Recorded: February 28, 2011)

Stories of New Chinese Migrants in Africa Mar 22, 2011

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Open Society Fellow Howard French discusses his recent travels in three African countries, where he conducted extensive interviews with Chinese workers and members of the communities where they have settled. Speakers: Howard French. (Recorded: February 24, 2011)

Crunching Numbers for Human Rights: The Promise and Perils of Data and Statistics Mar 15, 2011

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Patrick Ball uses examples from Guatemala, El Salvador, Kosovo, Colombia, Timor-Leste, and Sierra Leone to explain how statistics derived from data collected by direct observation can be inconsistent or misleading. Speakers: Patrick Ball, Darius Cuplinskas, Aryeh Neier. (Recorded: February 9, 2011)