Goods and Services
An Iranian-American woman creates an online marketplace for underground Iranian designers.
We meet Golshid Mola, an Iranian-American businesswoman who is trying not to fall afoul of US sanctions. Plus, the Afghan carpet makers who are weaving images of drones into their rugs. And a New York sommelier who spices up meals with personal stories of the wine he pours.
Also, US basketball teams break out special uniforms for the Chinese New Year. The green tech revolution leaves consumers in the dark. And the Florida auto repair shop specialising in Soviet-era cars.
(Photo: Earring design by one of Golshid Mola’s Iranian vendors. Credit: Liqe/Alangoo.com)
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US Sanctions
Why an Iranian-American entrepreneur is keeping a close eye on the US-Iran nuclear talks
Duration: 04:43
War Rugs
Afghan carpet weavers depict drone warfare on their rugs
Duration: 03:24
Tales from a Sommelier
It's not just the taste or smell that makes a wine — it's the story
Duration: 04:25
NBA in China
The National Basketball Association celebrates the Chinese New Year
Duration: 03:43
Green Tech
The energy efficiency revolution is coming— just don't tell consumers
Duration: 04:40
Fix My Lada
The Florida man who keeps Cuba's boxy, rusty Soviet-era Ladas running
Duration: 04:26
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- Sun 8 Feb 2015 15:32GMT´óÏó´«Ã½ World Service Online
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