Spotlight Scripts: Podcast

Changing the World by Making Money

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 05:07:28 +0000

Can a company make money and make the world a better place? Adam Navis and Liz Waid look at an organization helping companies do just that!

The Milgram Experiment

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 05:06:17 +0000

Marina Santee and Ruby Jones look at the Milgram experiment. This experiment used shocking methods to test people's attitudes to authority.

Computer Programming for Good

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 05:05:48 +0000

Robin Basselin and Ryan Geertsma look at computer hackers. They are usually known for stealing information and causing problems. But some computer hackers use their skills for good!

Listener Mail 122

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 05:04:28 +0000

Joshua Leo and Liz Waid share listener comments about a winning football team, a time of peace in war, and an invention that has changed the world.

Building Better Food

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 05:03:15 +0000

Christy VanArragon and Adam Navis look at new kinds of crops, created by scientists: genetically modified organisms.

Stories for Wise People

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 05:02:43 +0000

Anne Muir and Mike Procter look at Aesop's Fables - stories that contain truths and good moral ideas. But who was Aesop? Why did he write his fables?

Blue Heart Against Slavery

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 05:01:30 +0000

Marina Santee and Mike Procter look at a new movement against modern slavery and human trafficking.

Shaking Hands

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 05:07:22 +0000

Liz Waid and Joshua Leo look at handshakes - a common greeting, with many variations.

Doing Many Things at One Time

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 05:06:41 +0000

Liz Waid and Joshua Leo look at multitasking - doing many jobs at one time. Is this the best way to work?

The Desert Flower: Waris Dirie

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 05:05:14 +0000

Ryan Geertsma and Liz Waid tell about Ethiopian model Waris Dirie. She had a difficult past, but has worked to change the world.

Season of Service

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 05:04:21 +0000

Joshua Leo and Liz Waid look at "Season of Service" - projects for people to serve their communities.

Being Shy

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 05:03:11 +0000

Are you ever so worried that you cannot speak or do anything around other people? Liz Waid and Colin Lowther discuss this condition - being shy.

Traffic Problems

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 05:02:57 +0000

Do you have an easy time traveling in your city? Mike Procter and Liz Waid describe the way two large cities are trying to solve traffic problems.

The Forgiveness Project

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 05:01:46 +0000

Ryan Geertsma and Robin Basselin tell about an organization that collects and shares stories of forgiveness. They encourage people to live better lives through forgiveness.

I Want to Get Married

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 05:07:44 +0000

Joshua Leo and Liz Waid look at a new television program in Egypt. It looks at women and traditional marriage, using humor.

The Man Without a Memory

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 05:06:34 +0000

In 1985, Clive Wearing lost his memory, completely. Joshua Leo and Liz Waid look at his condition, and what it has meant for his life.

Five Love Languages: Physical Touch

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 05:05:22 +0000

This is the fifth program in a five part series about showing love to other people. Marina Santee and Adam Navis look at showing love through good physical touch.

Five Love Languages: Acts of Service

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 05:04:08 +0000

This is the fourth program in a five part series about showing love to other people. Marina Santee and Adam Navis look at showing love to other people by caring for and serving each other.

Five Love Languages: Receiving Gifts

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 05:03:57 +0000

This is the third program in a five part series about showing love to other people. Marina Santee and Adam Navis look at showing love to others by giving and receiving gifts.

Five Love Languages: Quality Time

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 05:02:46 +0000

This is the second program in a five part series about showing love to other people. Marina Santee and Adam Navis look at showing love to others by sharing special times.

Five Love Languages: Kind Words

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 05:01:25 +0000

This is the first program in a five part series about showing love to other people. Adam Navis and Marina Santee look at using kind words to express love.

Counting Ocean Life: Part Two

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 05:07:07 +0000

Liz Waid and Adam Navis continue our look at the Census of Marine Life by looking at the achievements of the census.

Counting Ocean Life: Part One

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 05:06:58 +0000

Ryan Geertsma and Robin Basselin look at an amazing effort to count life in the ocean. How and why was this census done?

Friday the 13th

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 05:05:14 +0000

Are you afraid of the day Friday the 13th? Liz Waid and Joshua Leo look at stories that have made people think this day is extremely unlucky.

Women Speaking Truth

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 05:04:24 +0000

Robin Basselin and Liz Waid tell about a brave group of women. They confronted their abusers in an international court.

Mount Everest

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 05:03:03 +0000

Marina Santee and Mike Procter look at the history of the most famous mountain in the world: Mount Everest.

Flower of the Earth

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 05:02:51 +0000

Joshua Leo and Liz Waid look at the work of artist Andrea Arroyo. She makes beautiful paintings of powerful women.

The Almost Perfect Game

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 05:01:35 +0000

A man loses a great honor because of another person's mistake. Liz Waid and David Bast tell this touching story of forgiveness.

Words from the Past

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 05:07:44 +0000

Adam Navis and Marina Santee share stories about the knowledge gained through oral traditions.

Creating a Safe Work Place

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 05:06:35 +0000

Steve Myersco and Ruby Jones look at a small workshop in Northern India. And they look at efforts to create safe working conditions everywhere.

The Man Who Sews

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 05:05:24 +0000

Ryan Geertsma and Robin Basselin look at a man who is sewing clothes and mending lives in the city of San Francisco, United States.

Listener Mail 121

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 05:04:19 +0000

Liz Waid looks at listeners' comments from recent programs.

Power of Touch

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 05:03:38 +0000

Christy VanArragon and Joshua Leo look at the importance of physical touch for health.

What the World Eats

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 05:02:54 +0000

Dave Bast and Liz Waid look at the book "Hungry Planet: What the World Eats". This book shows the different ways people prepare and eat food around the world.

Teenage Behavior

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 05:01:41 +0000

Robin Basselin and Joshua Leo discuss a question many people ask themselves - why do teenagers behave that way?

One Thousand Paper Birds

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 05:07:29 +0000

Christy VanArragon and Joshua Leo tell the story of Sadako Sasaki. She became a symbol of the terrible losses of war.

The Refugee All Stars

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 05:06:19 +0000

Marina Santee and Ruby Jones look at a group of refugees coming together through music.

The Ulcer Prize

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 05:05:08 +0000

Doctors win a prize for their dangerous research on stomach ulcers. Liz Waid and Colin Lowther tell their story.

Stories with a Message

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 05:04:57 +0000

Liz Waid and Joshua Leo look at urban legends - stories told to give a message. But are they true?

Amazon Walk

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 05:03:47 +0000

Marina Santee and Nick Page look at Ed Stafford and Cho Sanchez's very long walk. They walked the full length of the Amazon River!

Picture Stories

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 05:02:36 +0000

Liz Waid and Nick Page tell about graphic novels. These books combine pictures and words to tell a complex story.

History of the Bicycle

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 05:01:24 +0000

Christy VanArragon and Bruce Gulland tell the history of one of the most important inventions in history - the bicycle!

Christmas Cracker

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 05:07:45 +0000

Ruby Jones and Rachael Hobson share a Christmas cracker of stories and customs from Christmas around the world.

A Christmas Carol

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 05:06:36 +0000

Nick Page and Marina Santee present "A Christmas Carol". Spotlight retells this famous Christmas story by Charles Dickens.

The Christmas Saint

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 05:05:29 +0000

Liz Waid and Ryan Geertsma look at Saint Nicholas - the Christmas saint! But who was the real Saint Nicholas?

The Little Match Girl

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 05:04:01 +0000

Marina Santee and Christy VanArragon share the story of the Little Match Girl. This is a popular story at Christmas time.

Angel Tree

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 05:03:41 +0000

Every year at Christmas, children of prisoners receive gifts and encouragement from strangers. Christy VanArragon and Adam Navis look at how this project started.

Christmas Truce

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 05:02:30 +0000

During the First World War, ordinary soldiers stopped fighting and reached out to each other on Christmas Day. Joshua Leo and Marina Santee tell the story.

Bethlehem: A Place of Forgiveness

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 05:01:19 +0000

For Christmas, Ruby Jones and Ryan Geertsma tell two stories about forgiveness from the city of Bethlehem.

Messages through Ringtones

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 05:07:14 +0000

Mike Procter and Nick Page look at the many interesting ringtones available, in particular ringtones that have a special message.

Alberto Vollmer and Project Alcatraz

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 05:06:20 +0000

Marina Santee and Ryan Geertsma look at Alberto Vollmer, a rich landowner who is improving the lives of those around him.

More than a Football Game

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 05:05:10 +0000

Robin Basselin and Ryan Geertsma tell the inspiring story of how the Japanese Women's Football team won the 2011 Women's World Cup.

The IF Project

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 05:04:57 +0000

Ryan Geertsma and Robin Basselin look at a project that aims to decrease crime. Could asking prisoners a simple question help others avoid going to prison?

Ancient Rope Bridges

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 05:03:45 +0000

The Inca people of Peru continue an ancient tradition. Liz Waid and Ryan Geertsma tell about the way their community comes together to achieve a common goal.

Singing With the Music

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 05:02:34 +0000

Robin Basselin and Ryan Geertsma look at a popular musical activity - singing karaoke! Why do people enjoy this activity so much?

The East-West Position Clock

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 05:01:22 +0000

Mike Procter and Liz Waid tell about clockmaker John Harrison. He invented a way for ships to know their East-West position at sea.

Where There is Life

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 05:07:11 +0000

Ryan Geertsma and Robin Basselin look at the famous Russian writer Leo Tolstoy: his faith, his questions and his writings.

Quick Decisions

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 05:06:41 +0000

Joshua Leo and Liz Waid look at the quick decisions we make, without thinking. How do these decisions affect our lives?

H.G. Wells and the Future

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 05:05:51 +0000

Robin Basselin and Ryan Geertsma look at the life and ideas of famous writer H.G. Wells.

Slaves in the United Kingdom

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 05:04:34 +0000

Bruce Gulland and Marina Santee tell about an organization that aims to stop sexual slavery in the United Kingdom.

Changing the Weather: El Nino

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 05:03:52 +0000

Marina Santee and Steve Myersco look at the El Nino weather system. This system greatly affects weather, and events, around the world - but scientists do not know why!

Cola Life

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 05:02:37 +0000

Adam Navis and Rena Dam tell about an organization that uses Coca-cola's transportation system to bring medicine to rural villages.

Amaranth: The Amazing Grain

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 05:01:17 +0000

Could the answer to the problem of world hunger be Amaranth? Liz Waid and Joshua Leo look at the history and modern use of this ancient and amazing grain.

Business that Stops Slavery: Nomi Network

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 05:07:05 +0000

Steve Myersco and Liz Waid look at the Nomi Network - an organization using business to fight sexual slavery.

Kong Nai: Master of the Cambodian Guitar

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 05:06:51 +0000

Robin Basselin and Ryan Geertsma tell the story of Kong Nai - a story of survival and service. He is a master of the chapei, a traditional Cambodia instrument.

Women of Peace

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 05:05:54 +0000

Nick Page and Liz Waid tell about a group of women who are community leaders. They bring peace to violent and dangerous areas of Rio de Janeiro.

Protecting the Albatross

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 05:04:37 +0000

Liz Waid and Nick Page tell about efforts to save a large sea bird.

Jellyfish

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 05:03:55 +0000

Marina Santee and Ruby Jones look at a strange ocean creature, including the many things that affect its life and growth.

Traditional Japanese Clothing

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 05:02:40 +0000

Christy VanArragon and Joshua Leo look at the history and future of beautiful traditional clothing of Japan - the kimono!

Benda Bilili: Achieving Dreams through Music

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 05:01:22 +0000

Ryan Geertsma and Robin Basselin tell about the film Benda Bilili! The film tells the story of a music group who worked hard to achieve their goal.

Village Health Workers

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 05:07:45 +0000

Jamkhed is a program that trains health workers to work in their own villages. Liz Waid and Adam Navis tell how this program is changing life in villages in India.

Brad Thorn: A Changed Life

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 05:06:35 +0000

Liz Waid and Ruby Jones tell the story of Brad Thorn, a top New Zealand rugby player. His experiences changed his life in surprising ways.

The Oldest First Grader

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 05:05:25 +0000

Robin Basselin and Ryan Geertsma tell the story of Kimani Maruge. He started school when he was 84 years old!

Listener Mail 120

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 05:04:15 +0000

Liz Waid and Joshua Leo read comments from listeners all around the world!

2012: The End of the Earth?

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 05:03:05 +0000

Will the world end in 2012? Ruby Jones and Steve Myersco look at this theory. They also look at groups through history who believed that the world was ending.

Turkish Delight

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 05:02:42 +0000

Robin Basselin and Ryan Geertsma look at the sweet Turkish candy, Lokum - or, as it is known around the world, Turkish Delight!

The Lost City

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 05:01:17 +0000

100 years ago, Hiram Bingham found Machu Picchu. Mike Proctor and Liz Waid tell the story of this "Lost City of the Incas".

Education Without Teachers

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 05:07:52 +0000

Robin Basselin and Ryan Geertsma look at the work of Sugata Mitra, teaching children to use technology without teachers.

El Sistema: The Gift of Music

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 05:06:44 +0000

Marina Santee and Steve Myersco look at a group helping young people develop their musical skills. This experience is creating a new life for children in difficult circumstances.

The Green Belt Movement

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 05:05:10 +0000

Liz Waid and Adam Navis remember the life of Wangari Maathai - the first African woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize.

Flying Help

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 05:04:25 +0000

Mike Procter and Nick Page look at the work of Mission Aviation Fellowship. They fly help to isolated areas, far from cities.

Saving Early Babies

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 05:03:14 +0000

Joshua Leo and Liz Waid look at the problems of preterm babies - babies born too early. They look at some ways to protect preterm babies.

Save The Butterflies

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 05:02:04 +0000

Liz Waid and Joshua Leo look at why Monarch butterflies are disappearing, and what people can do to increase the Monarch population.

Making Films

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 05:01:53 +0000

Ryan Geertsma and Robin Basselin look at the many different parts that make up a film, and how every part works together.

Sickness and Power - Hubris

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:07:44 +0000

Steve Myersco and Ruby Jones examine what happens when pride goes too far. Could too much pride in a leader be a form of mental disorder?

Sickness and Power

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:06:55 +0000

Marina Santee and Ruby Jones look at a book that examines the relationship between a leader's health and world events.

Disappearing Dolphins: Can Tourists Help?

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:05:25 +0000

Rena Dam and Joshua Leo look at ways people are trying to save the disappearing dolphins of the Mekong River in southeast Asia.

The Health Train

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:04:39 +0000

Robin Basselin and Ryan Geertsma look at an unusual kind of train. This train brings health care to country areas in South Africa.

Producing Food

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:03:48 +0000

Ryan Geertsma and Robin Basselin look at a group of people who tried to find out about the farms and workers producing their food.

Choosing A Name

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:01:58 +0000

What does your name mean? Liz Waid and Joshua Leo look at the meanings of names around the world, and if names can influence the people who have them.

Racing Towards Respect

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:01:08 +0000

Liz Waid and Colin Lowther tell the story of wheelchair racer Tanni Grey-Thompson. She has helped to change life in Britain for disabled people.

Thirteen Healthy Habits

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 05:07:29 +0000

Joshua Leo and Ruby Jones look at thirteen habits that will lead to better health.

The Giving Driver

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 05:06:19 +0000

Liz Waid and Joshua Leo tell the story of Bai Fang Li. He gave everything he had to support the education of poor children.

Mary’s Long Walk

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 05:05:09 +0000

Tony Ford and James Totton look at the extraordinary efforts of a young girl, to buy something special.

Talking About Other People

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 05:04:58 +0000

Joshua Leo and Christy VanArragon look at why people like to gossip and how people can stop gossip.

Laboratory Meat

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 05:03:45 +0000

Would you eat meat that didn't come from an animal? Liz Waid and Joshua Leo tell about scientists who aren't growing meat on a farm, but in a laboratory!

World’s Fairs: Bringing Cultures Together

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 05:02:35 +0000

Adam Navis and Liz Waid look at the history of the World's Fair. These global cultural events have been happening around the world since 1851.

Betty Ford: More Than A President’s Wife

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 05:01:25 +0000

A president's wife understands the power she has and uses it to help people. Liz Waid and Joshua Leo look at her life.

Michael Jackson

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 05:07:15 +0000

Christy VanArragon and Joshua Leo look at the life and music of the singer and international celebrity Michael Jackson.

Cows Around the World

mail@spotlightradio.net (Spotlight Producers) — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 05:06:26 +0000

Joshua Leo and Liz Waid tell how cows have influenced the culture and business of people all around the world.