Spotlight English

Writing a Diary

Can writing about your life be important? Adam Navis and Anne Muir look at why people write diaries and how it can help people.

Tree of Tenere

The Tree of Ténéré stood for many years in the Sahara desert. Joshua Leo and Liz Waid examine how the tree survived, and what it can teach us today.

Reds to the Rescue

Bruce Gulland and Liz Waid look at the history and work of the Red Cross, the Red Crescent and the Red Crystal. https://spotlightenglish.com/uncategorized/reds-to-the-rescue/ Download our app for Android at http://bit.ly/spotlight-android Download our app for iOS at http://bit.ly/spotlight-apple Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spotlightradio re you learning English? Are you looking for a way to practice your English? Listen to Spotlight to learn about people and places all around the world. Y...

Arts and Culture in Baghdad

The city of Baghdad has experienced great conflict and sadness since the military invasion in 2003. But artists, musicians and book sellers are bringing beauty and knowledge back to the city. Liz Waid and Ruby Jones look at the art and culture of Baghdad.

The Race to 10,000 Pull-ups

Liz Waid and Bruce Gulland look at Andrew Shapiro’s attempt to break a world record. Can he do 10,000 pull-ups?

Saving Mingi Children

Is it possible to change traditional cultural beliefs? Robin Basselin and Ryan Geertsma tell Lale Labuko’s story. He has worked to end child sacrifice among Ethiopian tribes.

Ancient Rope Bridges

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.

The Global Press Institute

Where do you get news? Do you trust newspapers and radio in your community? Bruce Gulland and Colin Lowther look at an organization training local reporters.

The Green Belt Movement

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

George Muller - Father to Many

Bruce Gulland and Liz Waid tell about the life and work of George Müller. He refused a salary, and still provided homes for 2,000 orphans.

Does a Beard Make You a Man?

Stones for Remembering

Ryan Geertsma and Robin Basselin look at the stumbling stone memorials in Europe. These stones encourage people to remember victims of the Holocaust.

Selfies - Pictures of Yourself

Do you take selfies? Liz Waid and Colin Lowther look at why people like to take pictures of themselves.

Palm Oil Problems

Liz Waid and Adam Navis look at a very popular and useful product - palm oil. However, big palm oil farms also cause many problems.

Fortnite - Simply Survive

Adam Navis and Liz Waid look at the popular video game Fortnite. This popular game has even influenced culture.

Sumo - Japan's National Sport

Adam Navis and Liz Waid look at the history and traditions of the ancient Japanese sport of Sumo.

The Prison Angel

Robin Basselin and Ryan Geertsma look at a woman who chooses to live in one of the worst prisons in Mexico.

The Story of Bobby Dunbar

Colin Lowther and Robin Basselin share the mysterious story of Bobby Dunbar. As a boy, he disappeared. When he was found, there were serious questions about his identity.

Stop Cyberbullying

Bullying people on the internet can have terrible effects. Bruce Gulland and Liz Waid talk about these effects, and how all people can work to stop this cyberbullying.

Know More Women in Science

How can you support under-represented people? Liz Waid and Bruce Gulland tell about Jess Wade. She is helping women in science get the credit they deserve.

Out of Eden - The Seven Year Walk

Why would a man walk over 38,000km? Colin Lowther and Liz Waid tell about Paul Salopek's 7-year walking journey around the world.

The Oldest First Grader

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

Picture Stories

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

Easter Foods Around the World

Does your food tell a story? Bruce Gulland and Liz Waid tell about the foods that people eat at Easter. Many of these foods represent part of an important story.

Good Rules for the Internet

How do you communicate with other people on the internet? Nick Page and Liz Waid share rules for good behavior.

Nasreddin Hodja: Turkey’s Holy Fool

Liz Waid and Colin Lowther tell about the traditional storyteller in Turkey – Nasreddin Hodja. He has a way of making people think differently!

Easter Traditions

Liz Waid and Nick Page look at the traditions and history of the Christian celebration of Easter.

Drumming to End Bullying

Robin Basselin and Ryan Geertsma look at a group using drums to bring children together. This can end the problem of violent bullying in schools.

Honey Hunters

Liz Waid and Ryan Geertsma look at the lives of honey hunters in India. This dangerous tradition provides thick, sweet honey.

Curing Leprosy

What diseases scare you? Adam Navis and Liz Waid look at the ancient disease leprosy.