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Backlight Season 22 · Episode 3

Connecting storytellers

1st November 2023 50 mins Season 22 Episode 3

At a time when depression rates are rising, the need for new stories that restore meaning and promote a sense of belonging is growing. A dive into that search with Dutch people from different generations who try to find meaning in life in their own unique ways. How does shaping our story affect our well-being? With residents Hans and Helène from Heerenwaarde, storyteller Sahand Sahebdivani, single mother Iris Zonneveld, media maker Bob Morskate and pastor Zwanine Siedenburg.

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Season 22 · Episode 4

Expedition better Netherlands

The Netherlands was once a leader in the areas of water, housing and emancipation, but we are dropping in the rankings. Three powerful ideas abroad show how things can be done differently. Social housing is the norm for almost everyone in Austria, is that also possible in the Netherlands? Iceland has been at the top of international lists for many years when it comes to gender equality. In Nigeria, an architect focuses on designing and building affordable, sustainable and locally built floating architecture. With mayor of Graz Elke Kahr, first lady of Iceland Eliza Reid and architect Kunlé Adeyemi.
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