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From : APM: Garrison Keillor's The Writer's Almanac Podcast feed
Sunday's Poem: : "Thistles" by Ted Hughes from Collected Poems. Sunday's Literary Notes: It's the birthday of feminist artist Judy Chicago, born Judy Cohen, in Chicago (1939). She grew up in a secular Jewish family and her father was, according to her, "an atheist, a radical, and a labor organizer." She began drawing when she was a toddler and from a very early age she knew she wanted to be an artist. She said, "Because my mother worked and because I saw women participating fully in all the discussions that went on in the house, I grew up with the sense that I could do what I wanted and be what I wanted." At age eight, she started taking Saturday lessons at the Chicago Art Institute... ]]> Sun, 20 Jul 2008 02:00:00 -0400 Jul. 20, 2008: The Writer's Almanac 10653654 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/are-you-ready-for-the-summer-camp-that-is/10653654/
From : NPR: Story of the Day Podcast
A new book titled Camp Camp: Where Fantasy Island Meets Lord of the Flies is an ode to the time of year when kids swarm to camps with appropriated Native American names and sweaty cabins filled with bunk beds and the spoils of independence. ]]> Sun, 20 Jul 2008 01:03:29 -0400 Are You Ready For The Summer? Camp, That Is 10651001 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/championship-wrestling-nubian-style/10651001/
From : NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast
There's a weekly power struggle in northern Khartoum in Sudan. On this Friday, a young Nubian man answers the referee's call for a contender and waits to see who will enter the wrestling ring to test his strength in one of humankind's oldest traditions. ]]> Sat, 19 Jul 2008 23:03:42 -0400 Championship Wrestling, Nubian-Style 10652135 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/hour-1-a-bake-sale-behind-bars-the-end-of-the-road/10652135/
From : APM: Weekend America
A Bake Sale Behind Bars|The End of the Road|How to Cook a Wolf|"Ma 'Tit Fille"|Seeking R and R in Qatar|Built to Fail ]]> Sat, 19 Jul 2008 15:00:00 -0400 Hour 1: A Bake Sale Behind Bars|The End of the Road 10651310 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/saying-good-bye-to-nprs-gary-smith/10651310/
From : NPR: Simon Says Podcast
Our dear NPR colleague, Gary L. Smith, died this week at age 57. For the past four years, Smith presided over NPR's front desk, greeting everyone who walked through with a giant smile. The loveliness that lit up his face was his determination to see the beauty in everyone. ]]> Sat, 19 Jul 2008 14:05:39 -0400 Saying Good-Bye to NPR's Gary Smith 10640343 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/jul-19-2008-the-writers-almanac/10640343/
From : APM: Garrison Keillor's The Writer's Almanac Podcast feed
Saturday's Poem: "Up against the Sea" by David Wagoner from A Map of the Night. Saturday's Literary Notes: On this date in 1799, French soldiers found the famous Rosetta Stone. They were tearing down a wall in the town of Rosetta, thirty miles north of Alexandria in Egypt, and found the famous tablet inscribed with a proclamation honoring Ptolemy V, carved in three alphabetic systems: hieroglyphic, demotic, and Greek. It served as the key to decoding Egyptian hieroglyphics, which had puzzled archeologists up to that time. It's now on display at the British Museum in London... ]]> Sat, 19 Jul 2008 02:00:00 -0400 Jul. 19, 2008: The Writer's Almanac 10641005 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/tiny-texas-cafe-fills-up-after-barbecue-award/10641005/
From : NPR: Story of the Day Podcast
Every five years, Texas Monthly chooses the best barbecue in a state that reveres smoked meat. Snow's BBQ in Lexington was unprepared for the onslaught of customers following its first-place win. ]]> Sat, 19 Jul 2008 01:03:31 -0400 Tiny Texas Cafe Fills Up After Barbecue Award 10639360 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/china-turns-to-more-modern-architecture/10639360/
From : NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast
New civic and commercial buildings in Beijing are shying away from the historic Chinese architectural style in favor of modern influences from a slate of architects from around the world, and not everyone is thrilled with the new look. ]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 23:06:06 -0400 China Turns To More Modern Architecture 10637921 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/alina-simone-half-my-kingdom/10637921/
From : NPR: Second Stage Podcast
Everyone Is Crying Out to Me, Beware, the second album from Ukrainian-born singer-songwriter Alina Simone, is utterly haunting. With bare-bones arrangements and Simone's powerful, poignant vocals at the forefront, the record burns through a collection of songs by Siberian punk-folk singer, Yanka Dyagileva, with cathartic fervor. Though the lyrics are in Russian, the emotions are raw and easily felt. ]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 19:13:45 -0400 Alina Simone: 'Half My Kingdom' 10630817 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/exploring-realities-of-offshore-oil-drilling/10630817/
From : NPR: Science Friday Podcast
In a time of ever-increasing energy prices, this week President Bush overturned a long-standing executive order banning offshore oil exploration in certain parts of the country. The move is largely symbolic at this point, as additional congressional action would be needed to fully open up offshore oil drilling. ]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 18:03:44 -0400 Exploring Realities Of Offshore Oil Drilling 10630818 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/biofueled-powerboat-breaks-world-record/10630818/
From : NPR: Science Friday Podcast
Earthrace circumnavigated the globe in just 60 days, 23 hours and 49 minutes 14 days less than the fastest previous time for a powerboat. And they did it all with biofuels, including some converted from human fat removed via liposuction. ]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 18:03:35 -0400 Biofueled Powerboat Breaks World Record 10630819 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/stomach-bacteria-could-prevent-asthma/10630819/
From : NPR: Science Friday Podcast
Several years ago, researchers proposed the provocative idea that bacteria living in the human stomach could be responsible for the development of some stomach ulcers. New research suggests, however, that those bacteria may not be all bad. ]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 18:03:30 -0400 Stomach Bacteria Could Prevent Asthma 10630820 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/remembering-heart-surgeon-michael-debakey/10630820/
From : NPR: Science Friday Podcast
Dr. Michael DeBakey, a man who received a Congressional Gold Medal for his many accomplishments and contributions to the nation, died last week at the age of 99. He was responsible for many of the processes that have become a common part of the medical arsenal, including coronary bypass surgery and ventricular assist devices. ]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 18:03:24 -0400 Remembering Heart Surgeon Michael DeBakey 10630821 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/getting-solar-power-for-less/10630821/
From : NPR: Science Friday Podcast
Thousands of megawatts of solar-generated power might not see the light of day if Congress doesn't act soon. Ira Flatow also looks at how you can bring solar to your sockets faster, without taking out a second mortgage. ]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 18:03:14 -0400 Getting Solar Power For Less 10628964 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/the-splendid-table-for-saturday-july-19-2008/10628964/
From : APM: The Splendid Table
This week we’re meeting journalist Adam Leith Gollner, author of The Fruit Hunters, A Story of Nature, Adventure, Commerce and Obsession. Jane and Michael Stern are at Louis Mueller's BBQ in Taylor TX, and wine wit Joshua Wesson recommends cool wines for hot days. ]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 15:30:00 -0400 The Splendid Table for Saturday July 19, 2008 10631927 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/hip-hops-haters-at-the-gates-soundcheck-friday-18-july-2008/10631927/
From : WNYC's Soundcheck
Music industry watchers have been obsessed with the future of hip hop practically since the moment rap was born 30 years ago. But sales were down 30% in 2007 and superstars like 50 Cent have lost their luster. We talk about hip-hop's soul-searching journey into the future, and longtime MC Del tha Funkee Homosapien talks about his new album, "Eleventh Hour," and his experiences on major and independent labels. Our blog: John Schaefer on the future of hip hop. ]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 14:09:00 -0400 Hip Hop's Haters at the Gates (Soundcheck: Friday, 18 July 2008) 10631929 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/in-awe-of-jaws-the-brian-lehrer-show-friday-18-july-2008/10631929/
From : WNYC's Brian Lehrer Show
It wouldn't be summer without the threat of shark attacks. Dr. John Carlson, a fisheries biologist with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, explains our fascination with this toothy fish. ]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 13:14:00 -0400 In Awe of Jaws (The Brian Lehrer Show: Friday, 18 July 2008) 10631902 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/nelson-mandela-at-90/10631902/
From : KQED's Forum
Nelson Mandela, anti-apartheid icon and former president of South Africa turns 90 today. We discuss his life and legacy. ]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 13:00:00 -0400 Nelson Mandela at 90 10631903 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/california-high-school-dropout-rate/10631903/
From : KQED's Forum
According to new statistics from the California Department of Education, one of every four students drops out before finishing high school. We look at the reasons and some possible solutions. ]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0400 California High School Dropout Rate 10631930 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/rangels-ethics-the-brian-lehrer-show-friday-18-july-2008/10631930/
From : WNYC's Brian Lehrer Show
Christopher Lee, national reporter for the Washington Post updates us on Congressman Charles Rangel's recent tiffs with the press. ]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 11:56:00 -0400 Rangel's Ethics (The Brian Lehrer Show: Friday, 18 July 2008) 10631933 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/making-green-in-green-markets-the-brian-lehrer-show-friday-18-july-2008/10631933/
From : WNYC's Brian Lehrer Show
Benjamin Shute, Co-Owner of Hearty Roots, a farm in upstate New York, talks about whether local farmers are rolling in the dough. ]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 11:24:00 -0400 Making green in green markets? (The Brian Lehrer Show: Friday, 18 July 2008) 10631932 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/further-stimulation-the-brian-lehrer-show-friday-18-july-2008/10631932/
From : WNYC's Brian Lehrer Show
With the first rollout of tax rebates not quite finished, Democrats are pushing further economic stimulus ideas. Vincent Reinhart, resident scholar at the American Enterprise Institute, and Economic Policy Institute's John Irons join us to give their perspectives on the matter. ]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 11:24:00 -0400 Further Stimulation (The Brian Lehrer Show: Friday, 18 July 2008) 10631931 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/vaccine-safety-the-brian-lehrer-show-friday-18-july-2008/10631931/
From : WNYC's Brian Lehrer Show
NIH has canceled plans to test its AIDS vaccine due to concerns about its safety and effectiveness. Laurie Garrett, Senior Fellow for Global Health at the Council on Foreign Relations discusses the latest in the fight against AIDS. ]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 11:24:00 -0400 Vaccine Safety (The Brian Lehrer Show: Friday, 18 July 2008) 10631934 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/gores-call-to-action-the-brian-lehrer-show-friday-18-july-2008/10631934/
From : WNYC's Brian Lehrer Show
Yesterday, Al Gore delivered a speech in Washington calling for America's energy to be carbon-free in the next 10 years. Andrew Revkin, reporter with the New York Times and Joseph Romm of the Center for American Progress talk about the impact of Gore's speech. ]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 10:37:00 -0400 Gore's Call to Action (The Brian Lehrer Show: Friday, 18 July 2008) 10628811 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/speed-flirting/10628811/
From : KNPR Interviews
Cuddle party creator Reid Mihalko returns to discuss his latest creation, speed flirting. Mihalko argues that Americans have largely lost the ability to connect with each other, and his frivolously named events are actually a vital part of a push to help reconnect. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR ]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 07:00:00 -0400 Speed Flirting 10627132 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/07-18-08-marketplace-morning-report-first-edition/10627132/
From : APM: Marketplace Morning Report - First Edition
Coca-Cola set to raise prices... From shanty town to shopping mall... Bringing in business on foot. ]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 04:50:00 -0400 07/18/08 Marketplace Morning Report - First Edition 10616637 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/jul-18-2008-the-writers-almanac/10616637/
From : APM: Garrison Keillor's The Writer's Almanac Podcast feed
Friday's Poem: : Opposing Forces by Eamon Grennan from Matter of Fact. Friday's Literary Notes: It's the birthday of journalist Hunter S. Thompson, born in Louisville, Kentucky (1939). His father was an insurance agent, and Thompson grew up in a comfortable, affluent home. In high school, he was accepted into a prestigious club called the Athenaeum Literary Association along with all the other wealthy and socially elite young people of Louisville. But around the same time, Thompson's father got sick and died from a rare immune disorder. His mother had to take a job as a librarian to support the family, and Thompson suddenly became the poor member of his group of friends, the only one who couldn't afford to go to an Ivy League school... ]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 02:00:00 -0400 Jul. 18, 2008: The Writer's Almanac 10629579 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/piano-prodigys-mantra-practice-makes-perfect/10629579/
From : NPR: Story of the Day Podcast
Marc Yu, a 9-year-old musical prodigy, began learning the piano at age 2 and was playing Beethoven by 3. He says he practices up to eight hours a day. "You don't want a Beethoven piece to sound like somebody else," he says. "That's disrespectful to the composer." ]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 01:03:31 -0400 Piano Prodigy's Mantra: Practice Makes Perfect 10631087 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/jul-18-2008-word-for-word-the-history-of-insect-control/10631087/
From : APM: Word for Word
The human battle with bugs has been going on for centuries, but James McWilliams says chemical insecticides came into the picture by accident. McWilliams is a fellow in the Agrarian Studies Program at Yale University and an associate professor of history at Texas State University. His new book is "American Pests: The Losing War on Insects from Colonial Times to DDT" and he was one of the featured speakers at the 2008 Aspen Ideas Festival in Aspen, Colorado. ]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 01:00:00 -0400 Jul. 18, 2008: Word for Word: The history of insect control 10615445 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/khartoum-sudans-cosmopolitan-epicenter/10615445/
From : NPR: World Story of the Day Podcast
Sudan's burgeoning capital city, Khartoum, is a microcosm of the nation. Locals migrate to this desert oasis from every region of the country. It's cosmopolitan, like London, and is Sudan's center for jobs and infrastructure. But it is soaking up precious resources that are needed elsewhere in Sudan, like Darfur. ]]> Thu, 17 Jul 2008 23:03:12 -0400 Khartoum, Sudan's Cosmopolitan Epicenter