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.
An update on the UN effort to eliminate Iraq’s weapons of mass destruction. Also, a look at international medical ethics.
A report on the uneven growth of Sri Lanka’s economy. Also, an expert argues that the threat of terrorism has been exaggerated.
How a number of grassroots organizers are following up on the Fourth World Conference on Women.
Official US delegates to the Fourth World Conference on Women and others outline US pledges to women.
Using children in Indian rug weaving. Also, Atlanta prepares for the centennial Olympic Games.
A look at Chinese immigration to the US and its impact on US relations with China.