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Frontline World

Season 8 2009

  • 2009-01-27T05:00:00Z on PBS
  • 1h
  • 4h (4 episodes)
  • United States
A series within the PBS documentary series focusing on international stories (three per episode). Produced in collaboration with the University of California-Berkeley's School of Journalism.

4 episodes

Season Premiere

2009-01-27T05:00:00Z

8x01 Taking on the Mafia

Season Premiere

8x01 Taking on the Mafia

  • 2009-01-27T05:00:00Z1h

Season 8 begins with the story of an Italian restaurant owner who refused to pay the required monthly "tax" from the Mafia, under the backing of the anti-crime activists and law enforcement. Also included is a story of Chinese Muslims who are being detained at Guatanamo Bay, Cuba; and a Brazilian politician who legally changed his name to Barack Obama.

2009-04-14T04:00:00Z

8x02 Children of the Taliban

8x02 Children of the Taliban

  • 2009-04-14T04:00:00Z1h

An examination by Sharmeen Obaid of the Taliban's increasing power and influence over Pakistan. Also, South Korea's possible newest public health crisis: Internet addiction.

2009-05-26T04:00:00Z

8x03 Pakistan Under Siege

8x03 Pakistan Under Siege

  • 2009-05-26T04:00:00Z1h

An exploration of Pakistan's struggles against the Taliban. Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy unveils the attempt to sway the hearts and minds of the citizens of Karachi and treks across the country. David Montero investigates the death of a friend/journalist against the Taliban during an Army Swat Valley campaign.

2009-06-23T04:00:00Z

8x04 Digital Dumping Ground

8x04 Digital Dumping Ground

  • 2009-06-23T04:00:00Z1h

An investigation concerning the dumping of electronic junk worldwide, including China and Ghana, and what dangers it presents to the scavengers who seek precious metals from the devices to melt down. Also included is a report on criminals who seek information from old computers and cell phones. Another story is about the efforts put forth to create an affordable wheelchair for developing countries; plus, entrepreneurial competition which is taking place in the Middle East.

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