The World

Marco Werman, Carolyn Beeler

maggie.gourville@prx.org

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Booking Overview

The World delivers in-depth, globally focused reporting on major social, political, and cultural issues—often with notable experts and creators who explain the human stakes behind the news. For PR pros, it’s a strong platform when you can tie a guest’s work to internationally relevant impact and public education.

Metrics

Episodes: 30

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Estimated listeners: 10k-100k

Gender skew: Neutral

Location: USA

YouTube: 300.0k subscribers

Contact Information

maggie.gourville@prx.org

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Host

Marco Werman - Co-host of The World, bringing listeners the world’s most interesting stories with a team of reporters and producers.

Carolyn Beeler - Co-host of The World, bringing listeners the world’s most interesting stories with a team of reporters and producers.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

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Typical Credentials:  
Recognized subject-matter experts, researchers, authors, and prominent cultural educators/artists whose work directly supports reporting themes (e.g., history, inequality, cultural origins).
Required Achievements:  
Public-facing work educating audiences on culture/history, Notable recognition in their field (e.g., as a well-known educator/performer)

Recent Guest Discussions

Rhiannon Giddens - Efforts To Teach Others About The Banjo’s African Origins

Recent Topics

Global Affairs, Human Rights, Education, Slavery, Immigration

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
The World
:

Europe facing a heat wave crisis

June 23, 2026

Western Europe is in the midst of a severe heat wave, with the temperature in Paris hovering close to 100 degrees Fahrenheit. An estimated 45 people have already died in France as a result, many from drowning while trying to cool off. Also, a look at how Brexit continues to shape British politics a decade later. And, US funding cuts to South Africa could risk an HIV/AIDS rebound. Plus, a new type of shoe that keeps your feet cool and comfortable.Time is running out and we need your help to re...

Keir Starmer resigns as UK prime minister

June 22, 2026

Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer has resigned, less than two years after taking office. His resignation makes him the latest in a series of short-lived UK leaders, with the country now set to see its seventh prime minister in 10 years. Also, in Colombia, a conservative pro-Trump lawyer won the country’s presidential election on Sunday, as expected, but by only 1%. And, officials in the Crimean Peninsula have suspended its sale of fuel to the public indefinitely. Plus, a round-up of the l...

Juneteenth Special

June 19, 2026

June 19, now recognized as the federal holiday Juneteenth, commemorates the day in 1865 when the last enslaved people in the United States learned of their freedom. In The World’s Juneteenth special, we examine racial inequalities in higher education in India and South Africa, and consider who benefits from a college education. We also visit Louisiana to explore how the history and legacy of slavery are taught in the United States today. Plus, we speak with Rhiannon Giddens, known as the “ban...

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