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From hemorrhoids to depression: taboos can stop us from seeking help on health problems. We show how inhibitions can prolong suffering - and how talking openly about "embarrassing" issues can make a difference.

In this week's show, we explore the complex issue of tribalism. We travel to Kenya to meet a couple whose love defies societal norms. Our resident rapper, Killa Ace, shares his heartbreak after being prohibited from marrying the woman he loves due to their different tribes. In our Street Debate, we hear from Nigerian youths who are breaking free from tribalism.

School girls are driving change with solar-powered inventions in India's Jharkhand; the dark side of biofuel production in Maharashtra. And the CO2 benefits of mud housing in South India.

Derrière les feux qui ravagent l'Amazonie se révèlent les rouages d'un système où intérêts politiques et économiques priment sur la protection de la forêt.

Young activists use music, art and games to raise awareness of climate change and deforestation. Plus: Improving city life - from e-mobility in Lagos to "talking trees" in Berlin.

School girls are driving change with solar-powered inventions in India's Jharkhand; the dark side of biofuel production in Maharashtra. And the CO2 benefits of mud housing in South India.

In this week's show, we explore the complex issue of tribalism. We travel to Kenya to meet a couple whose love defies societal norms. Our resident rapper, Killa Ace, shares his heartbreak after being prohibited from marrying the woman he loves due to their different tribes. In our Street Debate, we hear from Nigerian youths who are breaking free from tribalism.

School girls are driving change with solar-powered inventions in India's Jharkhand; the dark side of biofuel production in Maharashtra. And the CO2 benefits of mud housing in South India.

Donjeta Sadiku is a supremely talented boxer with multiple titles to her name. But there is a problem: Donjeta comes from Kosovo, a state whose sovereignty many other countries refuse to recognize. That means she can't compete everywhere, which is impacting her international career. Donjeta doesn't only face opposition in the ring, but also outside of it due to politics.

From hemorrhoids to depression: taboos can stop us from seeking help on health problems. We show how inhibitions can prolong suffering - and how talking openly about "embarrassing" issues can make a difference.

Select DW podcasts enrich the program with current analyses of world politics and its influence on our daily lives. There will also be space in the program for lively discussions about social standards and taboos.