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The Daily Beat is a daily news podcast inspired by the power of social media to spark social change. Tune in Monday through Friday at 7 p.m. as BTR’s social media director, DJ Jen, culls the “Twitterverse” and “blogosphere” to bring you the top stories regarding social justice and human rights issues.
Not to mention, we’ll also feature some of BTR’s top tracks.
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Today on the beat:
Islamic State tightens siege of Syria border town; UK joins coalition
Lawsuit Accuses Indian PM Of Role In 2002 Violence
WHO sees small-scale use of experimental Ebola vaccines in January
France: No High Level Iran Nuke Talks Meeting
Police, protesters clash at rally in Ferguson, Missouri: CNN, KMOV
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