What is Western Sahara?

Today, we're going to talk about a condition that affects millions of people around the world, but is rarely discussed openly. It's called shy bladder syndrome, or paruresis, and it's a type of social anxiety disorder that makes it difficult or impossible to pee in public restroo ...  Show more

The types of attachment were theorized by British psychologist John Bowlby in the 1950s. They are widely used to help us understand how we react to situations in our relationships, whether it be with romantic partners, friends or family members. Bowlby relied on research on the i ...  Show more

Qu’est-ce que le Sahara occidental ? Merci d’avoir posé la question ! Le 10 décembre 2020, le président américain Donald Trump a annoncé reconnaître la souveraineté du Maroc sur le Sahara occidental. Une annonce surprise et qui n’est pas sans conséquences. En échange, le Maroc et ...  Show more

Qu’est-ce que le Sahara occidental ? En juillet 2022, l'Europe se prépare à subir une nouvelle vague de chaleur, tout droit venue du Sahara. Mais si ce désert est connu pour ses températures élevées, il est aussi le lieu de tensions politiques. Le 10 décembre 2020, le président ...  Show more

A neglected conflict is straining ties between Algeria and Spain. Trade and diplomatic links have been cut because of a dispute over the Western Sahara region. But what's behind the recent escalation? And can it be resolved? Join host Nick Clark. Guests: Sidi Omar - Polisario Fro ...  Show more

Speaker: Jonathan Hill, King's College London Chair: William Sinton, Society for Algerian Studies The Arab Spring’s influence on the Maghreb has been piecemeal and partial. What explains these varied experiences? Why did Ben Ali’s regime fall and Bouteflika’s survive? Why has Mor ...  Show more