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World Service,Β·371 episodes
An American mother talks about her campaign to break the cycle of gun violence
Have women's roles in society changed as far as men are concerned?
How Marie Lloyd, a comedian from humble origins, became a music hall star
What is the key to successful flirting and when does it cross the line into harrassment?
Is life changing for the rural women working in and migrating to different parts of China?
The classically trained Indian composer who melds dance music beats into her work
An insurance company is introducing a 'rape survivor policy' for South African women
How large sectors of the world are still hugely affected by unequal distribution of food
How were Greek women valued in ancient society - and what's changed?
An interview with the paedatrician turned screenwriter who writes about Nigerian women
Should prostitutes be helped or condemned? Will new legislation create positive change?
A delegation from The Kyrgyz Republic talk about changes in the economy since independence
SportswomanTanya Streeter talks about breaking the world free diving record
Why have women in Kuwait been denied the right to vote?
Everywoman asks if the Women's Movement has achieved what it set out to do 100 years ago
In a programme about feasting, a Jewish cook explains the significance of food in Passover
How Notting Hill Carnival has grown from a small local event to a huge international party
Special interview with the only woman to have scaled two faces of Everest
Interview with a Russian woman who was the only survivor of a mid-air plane crash
Why alternatives to aerobics including pilates and tai-chi are growing in popularity
Should convicted rapist, the boxer Mike Tyson, have been allowed into the UK to fight?
Jaishree Misra, author of Ancient Promises, talks about the factual basis for her romance
Where do women best fit into war - as soldiers or peacekeepers?
One Greek woman explains her unique and determined search for love
What drives women like the late Princess Diana to cut themselves?
A global women's strike marks this year's International Women's Day. Why is this needed?
How does the humble cocoa bean enrich the lives of Ghanaian women?
Are women who choose childlessness selfish and self-centred, as an Anglican bishop claims?
Will new proposals by the King of Morocco significantly improve women's lives if carried?
Why are some countries open-minded about breastfeeding in public while others aren't?