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The answer to our Geo Quiz today is Cape Town, South Africa. That’s where Nelson Mandela gave his first speech after being released from prison 20 years ago today. Cape Town resident Vanessa Watson remembers seeing Mandela that day — in a car right outside her home.

Retracing the steps of Nelson Mandela

Today’s Geo Quiz retraces the steps Nelson Mandela took 20 years ago today. South Africans haven’t forgotten the momentous day when Mandela walked out of prison a free man. Wherever he went, crowds gathered in the streets hoping for a glimpse of the great man. And Mandela himself could hardly contain his joy, according to ANC member Hilda Ndude…

Music Heard on Air for February 11, 2010

Tunes Spun On The World Between Our Reports For February 11, 2010. Artists featured are Ali Farka Toure, Ry Cooder, Orchestra Baobab, Nguyen Le, Jan Garbarek, Ayub Ogada, Kila.

Nelson Mandela’s long walk to freedom

It has been 20 years since the South African authorities agreed to free Nelson Mandela – the man who would lead the struggle to end the country’s policy of racial segregation, and create a multi-racial democracy. In this audio slideshow, using the BBC archives, you can see how he left behind his cell of 27 years, to become South Africa’s first black president.

• BBC Audio slideshow: Long walk to freedom
• Archive video: Nelson Mandela freed after 27 years in prison

Entire program – February 10, 2010

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Today on The World: Iran prepares to mark the 31st anniversary of its Islamic Revolution… by arresting potential protestors; Also, a leading Palestinian politician gives President Obama poor marks for his work on the Mid-East peace process; Plus, a hairdresser rebellion in Barcelona.

Confronting Iran over its nuclear program

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President Barack Obama says the US and its allies are developing a “significant regime of sanctions” against Iran for its nuclear program. Speaking in Washington on Tuesday, Mr Obama said said despite Tehran’s denials, it was clear Iran was working to build nuclear weapons. The President’s remarks came after Iranian state media reported that Iran had started the process of enriching uranium to 20% for use in a medical research reactor. Marco Werman talks with David Sanger, author of The Inheritance about the Iran challenge. Download MP3

• BBC coverage
• On The World: US missiles and Iran
• Background Brief: Nuclear Standoff with Iran
• The Inheritance: book info
• Iran’s Two-Edged Bomb by Adam Lowther

A Palestinian view of US Mideast policy

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Palestinians take a dim view of President Obama’s performance in advancing the Middle East peace process over the past year. That’s according to Mustafa Barghouti, a leading Palestinian politician, who speaks with anchor Marco Werman. Download MP3

• BBC coverage of Middle East crisis
• On The World: Obama omits Middle East in State of the Union address

British folk-based band Mumford and Sons

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On today’s show we hear from the British band Mumford and Sons. These London musicians take inspiration from American country and blues, with a dose of Shakespeare and Steinbeck. They’re part of a fresh wave of folk-based rock music that’s melodic and smart. Download MP3

• Mumford and Sons’ website
• Mumford and Sons’ video

Bilingual puns sell meals

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Juan in a Million, Thai Me Up, and Pho Shizzle: reporter Nina Porzucki visits Austin, Texas, where playing with your food has taken on a whole new meaning. Download MP3 (Photo: Nina Porzucki)

• View pictures in illustrated transcript
• The World in Words podcast

Arrests in Iran ahead of anniversary

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The World’s Laura Lynch reports that authorities in Iran are arresting suspected anti-government demonstrators as the country prepares to mark the 31st anniversary of its Islamic Revolution tomorrow. The arrests are aimed at thwarting plans for protest rallies during anniversary celebrations.

Ebadi urges defiance in Iran

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Nobel Peace Prize winner Shirin Ebadi is urging Iranians to protest peacefully on the 31st anniversary of the Islamic Revolution. Download MP3

Economic protests in Greece

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Joanna Kakissis reports that thousands of Greek government workers took the streets today in Athens, to protest a plan to freeze their wages.

The roads of life

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Traveling through Nigeria, China, or Peru…writer Ted Conover learned a lot by being on the road…literally. He speaks with anchor Marco Werman about his new book, “The Routes of Man – How Roads are Changing the World and the Way We Live Today.”

Guantanamo goes on stage

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A former Guantanamo detainee is starring in a play in Australia about his years in custody. Reporter Phil Mercer has the story from Sydney.

Geo Quiz

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