The Refugee Report

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The Refugee Report

Welcome to The Refugee Report Podcast. A Podcast focused on educating the public about refugee issues and refugee organizations. The podcast is hosted by Sam McMorrow and Harper Staton-Todaro. Types of episodes vary from interviews to informational episodes. You will hear about the issues facing refugees today and how you can help. My hope is that through listening to this podcast, you can develop a greater understanding and appreciation for the plight of refugees. We are trying our best to make a new episode every week, but COVID-19 has posed some unique challenges. Therefore, we ask that you bear with us as we try to produce this podcast. The Refuge Report Podcast is managed by Wartime Aide. We are a small start-up non-profit organization focused on educating the general public about refugee issues, with a focus on high school students. We do this through digital media campaigns and by setting up chapters at Massachusetts high schools. These chapters watch an assigned video together and discuss the refugee issue presented. If you are interested in supporting the podcast and our organization, please go to wartimeaide.org. If you yourself are a refugee or have experience working with refugees, please contact us via our website. We would love to have you as a guest on our podcast. Make sure to follow @WartimeAide on TikTok, Twitter, and Instagram for updates regarding our work and the podcast. I appreciate your time, and I hope you enjoy the podcast.

  1. 10/10/2022

    Statelessness

    In this episode, Ella discusses the complex issues facing stateless people. She shows how international legal systems often make citizenship difficult for these people. Ella also provides potential solutions to these problems. If you enjoy the podcast please subscribe and share it with a friend. Follow us on our social media @wartimeaide. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wartimeaide/ ISI: https://www.institutesi.org/what-we-do Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mUPOGr2IxvvidW9G4r3cm2dIJBF0SRmBd06hL8pi7i4/edit?usp=drivesdk

    15 min

  2. 09/25/2022

    Armenia and Azerbaijan

    In this episode, Sam explains the ongoing conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan. He breaks down the complex and tumultuous history of the region. He also describes how the shifting borders are causing continual displacement for people in the region. If you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe and share it with a friend. Follow us on Instagram @wartimeaide.  Hidden Road Initiative: https://www.hiddenroadinitiative.org/project-hope-artsakh.html Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wartimeaide/  Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YO30UyBkLvPNCK0qG_Hne1iWaGkiL-hvfUSlscwt-qg/edit?usp=sharing

    14 min

  3. 09/06/2022

    Haiti

    In this episode, Sam explains the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Haiti. He highlights the numerous natural disasters and challenges the country faces. He goes on to explain how this has worsened violence within the country. In addition, the poor treatment of Haitians abroad is discussed. If you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe and share it with a friend. Follow us on Instagram @wartimeaide. Doctors without Borders: https://www.doctorswithoutborders.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wartimeaide/ Go to our website and submit your resume: www.wartimeaide.org Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lwJxB11gtx99cNohOHojOqGuIxhXfDY5IoKDi2YcaG4/edit?usp=sharing

    13 min

  4. 08/01/2022

    The Darien Gap

    In this episode, Sam discusses The Darien Gap. This stretch of jungle in Panama has served as a major migratory crossing in recent years. Sam explains refugees' challenges in this region and why so many end up using this crossing. A special thanks to Ella Grant for conducting the research and scriptwriting for this episode. If you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe and share it with a friend. Follow us on Instagram @wartimeaide. HIAS: https://www.hias.org/where/panama Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wartimeaide/ Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sVwXJGPVOoS8B5_saJaoxu8DvEmTL3hCaOvJATlTvFI/edit?usp=sharing

    12 min

  5. 07/15/2022

    Ukraine (Update)

    In this episode, Sam provides an update on the humanitarian situation in Ukraine. He briefly describes the timeline of the conflict. He also discusses the numerous atrocities committed against Ukrainians and the issues facing refugees. If you haven't already, please listen to the original Ukrainian episode before this one. If you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe and share it with a friend. Follow us on Instagram @wartimeaide. Polish Migration Forum: https://www.forummigracyjne.org/en/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wartimeaide/ Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VSWA2jhEvqV8ANunW0AgrKvf-p7x-9zH-pPrnA4MDRQ/edit?usp=sharing

    12 min

  6. 07/02/2022

    Refugee Profile: Dr. Oswald Holzer (Part II)

    In this episode, Sam explains how Joanie Schirm came to learn about her father's refugee story. He discusses with Joanie Dr. Holzer's struggle with grief, her research, and how this relates to the modern refugee crisis. If you haven't already please listen to Part I of this series. If you enjoy the podcast please subscribe and share it with a friend. Follow us on Instagram @wartimeaide. International Rescue Committee: https://www.rescue.org/ Joanie's books: https://www.amazon.com/Joanie-Holzer-Schirm/e/B00BJQ7CIC%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share Instagram: (put in link) Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tsRznf3Jnr4M-QgcHmEsKIrlxrue1DjP1PHW3oUgPnU/edit?usp=sharing

    15 min

  7. 06/18/2022

    Refugee Profile: Dr. Oswald Holzer (Part I)

    In this episode, Sam explains the incredible story of Dr. Oswald "Valdik" Holzer. He interviews his daughter Joanie Schirm. She has written numerous books about her father. He also explains additional historical information relevant to the time. If you enjoy the podcast please subscribe and share it with a friend. Follow us on Instagram @wartimeaide. Holocaust Museum For Hope and Humanity: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/hmhh Joanie's books: https://www.amazon.com/Joanie-Holzer-Schirm/e/B00BJQ7CIC%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wartimeaide/ Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tsRznf3Jnr4M-QgcHmEsKIrlxrue1DjP1PHW3oUgPnU/edit?usp=sharing

  8. 05/27/2022

    Pakistan

    In this episode, Ella explains the issues Pakistan faces, both from internal displacement and conflict within the country, as well as an influx of refugees entering Pakistan. She highlights that many of the primary refugee-related issues stem from the Taliban, and the displacement they are causing in neighboring Afghanistan and the Federally Administered Tribal Areas of Pakistan. If you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe and share it with a friend. Follow us on Instagram @Wartimeaide. Link to my Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/11eTJSTsZZWl9OiSs5HoOT00u0LxNudRuiMiuPZETVeA/edit?usp=sharing  Link for the Recommended Charity: - https://malala.org/about?sc=header

    14 min
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Welcome to The Refugee Report Podcast. A Podcast focused on educating the public about refugee issues and refugee organizations. The podcast is hosted by Sam McMorrow and Harper Staton-Todaro. Types of episodes vary from interviews to informational episodes. You will hear about the issues facing refugees today and how you can help. My hope is that through listening to this podcast, you can develop a greater understanding and appreciation for the plight of refugees. We are trying our best to make a new episode every week, but COVID-19 has posed some unique challenges. Therefore, we ask that you bear with us as we try to produce this podcast. The Refuge Report Podcast is managed by Wartime Aide. We are a small start-up non-profit organization focused on educating the general public about refugee issues, with a focus on high school students. We do this through digital media campaigns and by setting up chapters at Massachusetts high schools. These chapters watch an assigned video together and discuss the refugee issue presented. If you are interested in supporting the podcast and our organization, please go to wartimeaide.org. If you yourself are a refugee or have experience working with refugees, please contact us via our website. We would love to have you as a guest on our podcast. Make sure to follow @WartimeAide on TikTok, Twitter, and Instagram for updates regarding our work and the podcast. I appreciate your time, and I hope you enjoy the podcast.

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  • Creator
    Wartime Aide Inc.
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2022
  • Episodes
    38
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Wartime Aide Inc.
  • Show Website
    The Refugee Report

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