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195. Global Solidarity Against War & Inequality

Listeners may have seen a thread on twitter by the Fight Inequality Alliance calling for a solidarity and support for all people suffering from the ravages of war. (Here: https://twitter.com/FightInequality/status/1498571202767597568?s=20&t=SWVbUwZkAz6SRwAjnd_rEw) On this Reboot Republic, Rory and Tony chat with the author of that thread, Global Convenor of fightinequality.org, Jenny Ricks. We discuss our common humanity, the media framing of different […]

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758. The Latest from Ukraine with Lesia Vasylenko

Today the Ukrainian Parliament gathered in person to pass emergency laws and show unity to the world. Joining me to discuss the latest from Kyiv is MP Lesia Vasylenko. She tells me why they risked getting together in possibly the worlds most targeted building, the emotions of the day and the unfolding tragedy that is the continued destruction. Donate to […]

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Special Report – Afghanistan Humanitarian Crisis

Regular listeners will be aware that journalist and lawyer, Hannah McCarthy (@Hannahmc_carthy) has spent time reporting from Afghanistan about the desperate humanitarian crisis, the tragedy of food insecurity and the damage the sanctions are having on the citizens of long-suffering nation. In this exclusive podcast you’ll hear from Mary Ellen McGroarty, Head of WFP in Afghanistan, Gaia, an Italian nurse […]

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Sex Tapes and Discord Leaks: Ep 4

From Pamela Anderson to Paris Hilton, female celebrities have been targeted and subject to image based sexual abuse- but did we realise that was what it was, or did we just view their leaked sex tapes as entertainment? Joining Caroline and Alex for this episode is Mary McGill, who explores how celebrities and non- celebrities alike deal with IBSA and leaked […]

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755. Ukraine Latest: Save Our Children

I was joined by Ukrainian MP Lesia Vasylenko as she was trying to get her children away from Kyiv and the incoming convoy of Russian tanks. Lesia is calling on the International Community to at the very least open humanitarian corridors that will allow for the safe passage of children and more vulnerable people. She discusses the sense of hopelessness […]

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194. Ukraine More United Than Ever with Zola Kondur

In this Reboot Republic we are joined by Human Rights Activist, a Founding Member of Roma Women Chiricli and member of the Ukrainian Roma community, Zola Kondur. Zola tells us how she left Ukraine hours before the invasion began to be with her son in Berlin. She describes the impact the invasion has had on her friends, family and colleagues. […]

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South Asia and Sex: Ep 127

South Asia might seem on the surface to be quite conversative- but did you know there is a South Asian porn industry, hijab festivals, and thriving queer communities? Joining me to shine a light on this topic is Sangeeta Pillai, host of the amazing Masala Monologues podcast and founder of soulsutras.co.uk. Find Sangeeta on twitter at @soul_sutras Support us at patreon.com/tortoiseshack […]

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741. Loyalism, Unionism & Feminism with Rosey Bell

(Recorded Feb 19th) Joining me in the tortoise shack is Progressive Unionist Party member and Community Activist in Rathcoole, Rosey Bell. Rosey tells me how my assumptions on her upbringing are wrong, why the she believes in an inclusive and equal Northern Ireland, while maintaining her Loyalist identity and culture. We talk about what the NI Protocol means to her […]

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