The “no nukes” movement

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The World’s Jeb Sharp reports on what happened to the nuclear disarmament movement after its heyday during the Cold War.

Middle East and nukes

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Iran’s nuclear posturing has inspired some of its neighbors to pursue their own nuclear programs. Some experts say such programs could provide cover for the development of nuclear weapons in the region. Others aren’t so sure. The World’s Aaron Schachter has the story.

The state of nuclear non-proliferation

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In his first speech before the General Assembly, the President also addressed nuclear non-proliferation and related security issues. The World’s Katy Clark gives us an update on the issue of containing the spread of nuclear weapons. Download MP3

• FAQ nuclear disarmament
• Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons

A Successor to Kim Jong-il?, and Two American Journalists on Trial in the DPRK

On this week’s podcast, we focus exclusively on North Korea. There are signs that Kim Jong-il may be paving the way for his third son, Kim Jong-un, to take over power. Also, we hear about two American journalists set to go on trial in Pyongyang for entering North Korea illegally. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be in a North Korean prison, then this is the podcast for you. We speak with a former US Navy Officer who spent more than 11 months in one after the ship he was on was captured in 1968. Read more…