About this episode

The episode discusses the 37th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre and its implications in Hong Kong, the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, the death of Iranian author Marjane Satrapi, and Kenya's role in geothermal energy.

Today marks 37 years since Chinese troops opened fire on peaceful protestors in Tiananmen Square. But in Hong Kong, even symbolic acts have caught police attention. Also, a look at the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon. And, Marjane Satrapi, the Iranian author famous for her graphic novel “Persepolis,” has died at the age of 56. Plus, Kenya is a powerhouse when it comes to geothermal energy, and it’s now helping its neighbors to pursue the same. We are aiming to raise $30,000 by June 30. Help us reach our goal! Every donation will be matched. Donate today! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Topics covered

• Tiananmen anniversary
• Hong Kong protests
• Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire
• Marjane Satrapi
• geothermal energy
• Kenya

Keywords

• Tiananmen Square
• Hong Kong
• Israel
• Hezbollah
• Marjane Satrapi
• Persepolis
• geothermal energy
• Kenya

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Persepolis

Places: Hong Kong, Israel, Lebanon, Kenya

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