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Wednesday
Nov232011

World News Podcast - November 23rd, 2011

In tonight’s podcast, holiday travel is well under way but running smoothly despite weather woes; people are already camped out for Black Friday, but Linsey Davis reports that waiting until after this weekend could get you even better deals; Seven Amish men are at the center of an FBI investigation accusing them of committing hate crimes; a college drum leader’s death is thought to be a result of extreme hazing and the student’s parents say their calls for help went unanswered; we’ll give you reasons why great white sharks might be more friend than foe; and this Thanksgiving, giving thanks may get you more benefits than a second helping of turkey.

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Tuesday
Nov222011

World News Podcast - November 22nd, 2011

In tonight’s podcast, two major storms are converging on the country just in time to snarl holiday travel plans; two new alleged victims – both under 18 - of Jerry Sandusky are stepping forward, raising questions about when and if the abuse ever stopped; three American students are being detained in Egypt, accused of bombing as violence ad protests amp up yet again in Tahrir Square; President Obama’s former body man speaks about his time spent in the White House; a special message from the Department of Homeland Security about keeping your home safe during the holidays; and if you thought that six degrees of separation linked us all together, you’re about to find out that we’re all a lot closer



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Monday
Nov212011

World News Podcast - November 21st, 2011

In tonight’s podcast, ABC’s Jonathan Karl breaks down what the congressional supercommittee’s failure to agree on a budget-cutting deal means for the economy; in a devastating blow to national security, at least a dozen US spies in the Mideast have been captured and are feared dead; Pierre Thomas reports on the recent capture of yet another homegrown terrorist, this one building bombs in his mother’s apartment in New York City; Cecelia Vega reports from the University of California-Davis on the outrage following a police officer pepper-spraying peaceful protesters point blank in the face; and when one teenage girl found that the video games she loved to play didn’t represent her, she spoke out – and finally got a chance to play as herself.



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Friday
Nov182011

World News Podcast - November 18th 2011

In tonight’s episode, we learn more about Joe Paterno who is battling much more than a sex abuse scandal.  Also, after 30 years, investigators are taking another look at the Natalie Wood case.  In Reno Nevada, thousands of families suffer after massive wildfires take over.  ABC’s Jonathan Karl finds out the latest on Newt Gringrich and how his past contradicts his current campaign.  Next, we learns more about Secretary of State, Clinton’s tough words against the President of Syria.  McDonalds also takes a huge turn, firing one of its major egg suppliers.  And lastly, we find out about Gabby Giffords and how she made it through such a tough time. 



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Thursday
Nov172011

World News Podcast - November 17th 2011

In tonight’s episode, the occupy wall street reaches a flashpoint.  Also, gas prices are on the rise, making thanksgiving the most expensive year ever.  ABC has also learned that there is another victim with the scandal surrounding Former Penn State football coach Jerry Sandusky.  Next, ABC’s Lisa Stark talks about safety in the air.  ABC’s David Muir talks about the possible creation of jobs.  ABC’s Jay Schadler redefines the age for a long life and finally we learn about Regis Philbin’s secret success.



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