From 1980 to 2004 the Stanley Center produced Common Ground, an award-winning weekly radio program on world affairs.
Common Ground, a weekly radio program on world affairs, ran from 1980 to 2004. Hundreds of public and noncommerical radio stations across the United States and Canada depended on Common Ground for news and in-depth analysis of critical international issues.
During its tenure, Common Ground earned a reputation for excellence in broadcast journalism and was honored by the Robert F. Kennedy Awards, the Clarion Awards, the New York Festivals, the National Headliner Awards, the American Women in Radio and Television, and other recognitions.
Over the years, Common Ground was produced and hosted by Jeff Martin, Jim Berard, Mary Gray-Davidson, Keith Porter, and Kristin McHugh. This archive contains the audio and transcript files of the show.
The US presidency is just one of many lifetime accomplishments for Jimmy Carter. On this edition of Common Ground, former President Carter reflects on the past and comments on the future. The show also explores the history behind the Middle East conflict.
Vladimir Putin is working to rebuild Russia’s global status. Reviving Russia’s economy and evaluating the country’s security interests are key to the process. This edition of Common Ground discusses the economic and security threats facing the former Soviet Republic.
China faces serious challenges as it enters the 21st century. This edition of Common Ground examines China’s regional security threats and how its economic system is taking lessons from the Western world.
Domestic Violence is a problem in every corner of the globe. This edition of Common Ground examines the unique domestic violence issues facing Pakistan and Uruguay.
Cities around the world are joining hands to promote peace. On this edition of Common Ground, the director of Sister Cities International discusses the challenges of partnering communities around the world. Plus we profile international opera singer Carol Vaness.
Polio is no longer a threat in the United States, but it remains a feared disease in many parts of the world. On this edition of Common Ground, we get an update on the global polio eradication effort. And we talk with UNDP Administrator Mark Malloch Brown.
Journalism is a dangerous profession. That’s especially true for reporters and editors who live and work in Sierra Leone. On this Common Ground, we profile three award-winning journalists from Sierra Leone.
The UN Millennium Summit is over. But was it a success? On this edition of Common Ground, we review the historic summit with one of the organizers. Plus we get an update on the UN Population Fund’s The State of World Population 2000 report.
Radio and television signals know no borders. On this edition of Common Ground, we conclude our special series on international broadcasting by focusing on how direct broadcast satellites are changing the way the radio and television industry conducts business.
Humanitarian crises are springing up across the globe at an alarming rate. On this edition of Common Ground, we find out how Britain, Canada, and Australia respond to humanitarian needs.