Filmmaker Mads Brugger’s ‘The Ambassador’ and the Story of a Phony Diplomat

Mads Brugger’s film “The Ambassador” is about his adventure in the Central African Republic where he posed as a Liberian diplomat.

Quality control across international borders

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Anchor Marco Werman speaks with Economics Professor Susan Helper of Case Western University about how a global car company maintains quality control across international borders.

Recycling Russian cars

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Reporter Jessica Golloher tells us about a new program in Russia aimed at getting Russians to turn in their gas-guzzlers for newer, more fuel-efficient vehicles. It’s modelled on the US Cash for Clunkers program.

The New Prius: Toyota’s bright spot (4:15)

Correspondent Akiko Fujita reports on good news for Toyota in Japan. The new Prius is in high demand, and Prius factories there are humming again. Download the MP3