Afghanistan five years after the Taliban return
Summary
This episode examines the severe restrictions on Afghan women five years after the Taliban’s return, highlighting secret schools and limited work opportunities. It covers US political tensions over poor conditions on the USS Abraham Lincoln and a recent surge in executions. Other stories include Ghana’s new anti-LGBTQ+ law, a deadly earthquake in Colombia, and scientific findings that jogging with a stroller may reduce injury risk.
Topics discussed
Intro, sponsors, and episode overview
Afghanistan: 5 years of Taliban restrictions on women
US Navy: Poor conditions on USS Abraham Lincoln
US Executions: Record triple execution and rising trends
Science: World's first fully biodegradable party balloon
Sponsors and podcast promotions
Ghana: Anti-LGBT law passed by parliament
Colombia: Rescue efforts after deadly earthquake
Health: Benefits of jogging with a pushchair
Sports: Rugby coach uses geese for teamwork strategy
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