Cast Category: Somali Radio
Former Iranian Journalist Saideh Jamshidi Discusses Nuclear Agreement with Iran
News Director, Mohammad Najafian discusses the importance of the nuclear deal between Iran and other six world powers with a journalist of Iranian descent who currently lives in the United States. She has not been back to Iran for fear of her safety. Najafian interviewed Saideh Jamshidi in August 2015 to explore her understanding of […]
Rally Against Violence by Minnesota Somalis
On June 7, 2013, thousands of Minnesota Somalis gathered at the state capitol building to stand against recent violence against Somali immigrants in South Africa. The community was hoping to raise awareness of the plight these immigrants were facing, and that the U.S. government might take a public stand on the issue. St. Cloud Somali […]
Translator and Local Political Activist, Abdul Kulane, 3/14/13
In this hour-long program, St. Cloud Somali Radio’s Ahmed Abdi spoke with translator and local political activist Abdul Kulane. Kulane gives a presentation on personal responsibility and growth, and the two discuss the key points. This podcast is in Somali.
Translator and Local Political Activist, Abdul Kulane, 3/26/13
This half-hour discussion features local activist and translator Abdul Kulane speaking with our host Ahmed Abdi. The two discuss local issues, particularly those Kulane has worked with in recent elections in the area. This podcast is in Somali.
Immigrant Workers and Families in Minnesota Conference
The keynote address of the 2013 "Immigrant Workers and Families in Minnesota" conference at St. Cloud State featured author Ahmed Ismail Yusuf. Yusuf’s recent book "Somalis in Minnesota" reflects his continuing work covering and telling the story of Somali immigrants in the U.S. and particularly in Minnesota. This podcast is in English.
MN State Representative Zachary Dorholt
Our host Haji sat down with Minnesota State Representative Zachary Dorholt for this podcast. Dorholt was elected in 2012 to represent House District 14B, which includes St. Cloud State University. They discuss local issues, Dorholt’s time in office so far, and how the Somali community has become involved in local politics. This podcast is in […]
Robin Groetsch, President of the St. Cloud Jaycees
This interview is with Robin Groetsch, president of the St. Cloud chapter of the Jaycees. Host Haji spoke with Groetsch about the mission of the Jaycees, and how the organization works to make an impact on the youth of the St. Cloud community. This podcast is in English.