Eight Forty-Eight—January 31, 2007 |
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The Betamax of the Future?
MidwestBusiness.com editor in chief Adam Fendelman has been investigating Sprint's plans for WiMAX in Chicago. He helps us sort out the differences and implications. |
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Update on Chicago-Area Food Companies
Business contributor David Greising analyzes the ups and downs for Chicago-area food companies.
Music Button: Andy Caldwell, “Warrior,” from the CD Electrolush (Om Records) |
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One-on-One with a Couple of Bears
Sports contributor Cheryl Raye-Stout gets up close and personal with Bears special teams man Brendon Ayanbadejo and wide receiver Rashied Davis.
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Weekend Dance, Dance, Dance
Dance contributor Lucia Mauro highlights two dance companies that have performances this weekend.
The House of Bernarda Alba runs through February 3
at The Ruth Page Center for the Arts. Three Shades of Dark is on stage February 16-17 at the
Athenaeum Theatre. |
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The Mural Maker
Chicago Public Radio contributor Peter Handler visits Pilsen artist Juan Angel Chavez in his studios.
Music Button: Rodrigo Y Gabriela, “Diablo Rojo,” from the CD Advance Music (Rubyworks Records) |
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Rule of Benedict
Chicago Public Radio's Jason DeRose speaks with David Gibson, author of the book The Rule of Benedict: Pope Benedict XVI and His Battle with the Modern World (HarperSanFrancisco, 2006). |
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Opera Day
We hear an excerpt from Handel's contata “Armida abbandonnatta,” sung by Mezzo Soprano Nathalie Colas. She was a featured performer at the Chicago Cultural Center's free “Day of Opera.” |
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Soupin' It Up
“Eight Forty-Eight's” Jason Marck reflects on the end of National Soup Month. |
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Eight Forty-Eight—January 30, 2007 |
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An Earlier Primary for Illinois?
We talk with Loyola University, Chicago, political science professor Alan Gitelson about the potential for an earlier 2008 presidential primary date for Illinois.
Music Button: Vert, “Original Oddstep,” from the CD Saint-Germain des Pres Café (Wagram Records) |
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Aldermanic Report
We talk with the executive director of The Pilsen Alliance, Alejandra Ibanez, about her research for a report that shows how Chicago aldermen voted on some big issues—and where they got their money.
Music Button: BMR4, “Turning Point,” from the CD Turning Point (Hallway Records) |
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Chicago's Celebrity Cuts
Chicago Public Radio's Richard Steele visits the Hyde Park Hair Salon, a barbershop made famous by its clientele, including Barack Obama and Muhammad Ali.
Music Button: BMR4, “Turning Point,” from the CD Turning Point (Hallway Records) |
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Alternadad
Author and former Chicagoan Neal Pollack discusses fatherhood and his foray into memoir with his latest book, Alternadad (Knopf, 2007).
Music Button: Red Sparowes, “untitled,” from the CD Every Red Heart Shines Toward the Red Sun (Neurot) |
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Mark Twain, Fredrick Galton, Fingerprinting and Genetics
Northwestern University English Professor Bill Savage helps us make the leap from the first fingerprints to modern genetic markers.
Music Button: Tipsy, “Zenith,” from the CD Trip Tease (Asphodel Records) |
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A Conversation with David Lynch
Jonathan Miller talks with famed filmmaker David Lynch about his latest film, Inland Empire. |
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Eight Forty-Eight—January 29, 2007
Live, Remote Broadcast from the National Museum of Mexican Art |
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Watch Steve Edwards' tour of Pilsen, including interviews with residents concerning the upcoming municipal elections. |
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Tour of Pilsen
Steve Edwards tours the streets of Chicago's Pilsen neighborhood, and talks with the locals and small business owners. |
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25th Ward Candidate Forum
Steve Edwards talks with five of the seven candidates running for the 25th Ward's aldermanic seat. The candidate forum includes Danny Solis, Martha Padilla, Ambrosio Medrano, Juan Soliz and Cuauhtemoc Morfin. |
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Latino Politics
The Hispanic Democratic Organization has been front-and-center in the federal investigation of corruption at city hall, and in recent convictions. Chicago Public Radio's Chip Mitchell looks at how the group's decline has contributed to a new energy in Latino politics. |
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Ideas for Chicago
The Chicago Reporter’s editor and publisher Alysia Tate shares her thoughts on the city’s tendency to lure its citizens into the campaign office and the voting booth. |
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An Ode to Chicago
Local activist, educator and poet Kevin Coval reads an ode to Chicago entitled, “Nelson Algren.”
Kevin Coval is the author of the book, Slingshots: A Hip-Hop Poetica (EM Press, 2005).
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Eight Forty-Eight—January 26, 2007 |
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Month in Review
Eric Zorn—Columnist, Chicago Tribune
Lester Munson—Associate Editor, Sports Illustrated
Kari Lydersen—Chicago Bureau Reporter, The Washington Post
Our panel of journalists go over the biggest news of the month.
Music Button: Dharma, “Dance to the Drummer’s Beat,” from the CD Dope On Plastic! 8 (React Music) |
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Celebrating August Wilson
Chuck Smith—Resident Director, Goodman Theater
Richard Steele talks to Chuck Smith, curator of the August Wilson Celebration, about the playwright's life and impact on the Chicago theater scene. |
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Dueling Critics: Radio Golf
Our dueling critics play a little Radio Golf, onstage now at the Goodman Theater.
Music Button:Mark Colby, “Out of Focus,” from the CD Speaking of Stan (Hallway Records) |
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Rethinking Smoking Bans
Palatine's smoking ban took effect just three weeks ago; now some businesses are organizing to overturn the prohibition. Chicago Public Radio's Lynette Kalsnes reports.
Music Button: Link Wray, “Ramble,” from the CD Rumble! The Best of Link Wray (Rhino) |
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Dan Whiteis' Chicago Blues
Chicago Public Radio's Dan Bindert talks with author David Whiteis about his new book Chicago Blues: Portraits and Stories (University of Illinois Press, 2006). |
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Eight Forty-Eight—January 25, 2007 |
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Parental Notification Deemed Constitutional
We talk with Lisa Madigan’s Chief of Staff Anne Spillane about the Illinois Attorney General’s decision that a 1995 parental notification law is constitutional and should be upheld. |
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Parental Notification and Illinois Minors
Guttmacher Institute senior research assistant Rachel Jones tells us how the new parental notification law might affect young women in Illinois. |
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Filmspotting on Sundance
Filmspotting.net's Sam Van Hallgren and Adam Kempenaar are out at Sundance Film Festival, and join us to talk about the event.
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Three to See
Arts editor Edward Lifson shares his top picks for upcoming cultural events.
Nordine—Mother and Son: Sculptures and Paintings
Through March 18
Swedish American Museum Center
Robert Heinecken 1932-2006: Sex and Food, a Memorial Exhibition
Through March 24
Museum of Contemporary Photography
Hope and Renewal—A Photography Exhibit of the Killing Field Survivors
Opens January 28
Cambodian American Heritage Museum
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Studio 312—Paula Poundstone
Drug tests, Abe Lincoln and Paula Poundstone. Jimmy Carrane takes on them all in Studio 312.
Poundstone is the author of a new book, There Is Nothing In This Book That I Meant to Say (Harmony, 2006). |
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UnderCover: Don Stiernberg takes on James Taylor
In the second installment of our UnderCover Music Series, we're joined by acclaimed mandolin player, Don Stiernberg.
He strokes his strings to the sounds of James Taylor's “Something in the Way She Moves.” |
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Eight Forty-Eight—January 24, 2007 |
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State of the Union Reaction: Rahm
U.S. Congressman (IL 5-Dist) Rahm Emmanuel reacts to President Bush's State of the Union address. |
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State of the Union Reaction: LaHood
U.S. Congressman (IL 18-Dist) Ray LaHood reacts to President Bush's State of the Union address.
Music Button: Tortoise, “Cornpone Brunch Watt Remix,” from the CD A Lazerus Taxon, Thrill Jockey
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Kids in the City
We talk with Chapin Hall Research Fellow Robert Goerge about a new study that shows where Chicago’s
children are living. |
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Teachers Court
Chicago School District officials are pitching teachers on controversial incentive pay program. Chicago Public Radio’s Jay Field reports.
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Here Comes the Sun
We hear a track from the new CD All Together Now: Beatles Stuff for Kids of All Ages (Little Monster, 2006) featuring Chicago’s own Rachael Yamagata. |
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Word Loss
We talk with Northwestern University's Dr. Marcel Mesulam about his discovery of a gene implicated in Primary Progressive Aphasia, a disease that affects the ability to remember and understand words.
Music Button: Ohn, “While You Were Sleeping,” from the CD In The End All Things Begin (ill Dough Records) |
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Spiral Towers and Olympic Showers for Chicago?
Arts editor Edward Lifson and Architecture Critic Ed Keegan join us for a discussion on the new Calatrava residential tower plans and the proposal for the Olympic stadium.
Music Button: The Shanghai Quartet, “Brahms Quartet in E Flat Major Op. 67,” (Delos Records) |
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Danny Newman Takes A Bow
Danny Newman—Publicity Agent, Consultant, and Founding Public Relations Counsel, Lyric Opera of Chicago
The subscription series is a staple of virtually every successful performing arts organization in the world. But it wasn't always that way. We talk with the man who invented the idea, longtime Lyric Opera publicist Danny Newman. |
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Eight Forty-Eight—January 23, 2007 |
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Chicago's Greatest Sports Arguments Put to Rest
Author and Chicago Tribune sports writer John “Moon” Mullin discusses the best arguments in Chicago sports.
Mullin's is the author of The Best Chicago Sports Arguments: The 100 Most Controversial, Debatable Questions for Die-Hard Chicago Fans (Sourcebooks, 2006).
Music Button: Donald Byrd, “Change,” from the CD Mizell: The Mizell Brothers at Blue Note (Blue Note) |
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Marathon Man: Lee Flaherty
Lee Flaherty—Founder, Flair Communications and the Chicago Marathon
Thirty years ago, Chicago marketing executive Lee Flaherty came up with the idea to host the first ever Chicago marathon. We talk with him about his own marathon journey from poor Midwesterner to marketing giant.
Music Button: Thievery Corporation, “Lazy Boy,” from the CD DJ Kicks (K7 Records) |
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Winning Sounds
We hear an excerpt of “The Mestizo Waltz” By Joyce-Award-winning composer Gabriela Lena Frank. |
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Arriving at Abakanowicz
Writer Cherie Caswell Dost contemplates the first time she saw the work of Polish sculptor, Magadalena Abakanowicz.
Music Button: Red Sparowes, “Track 4,” from the CD Every Red Heart Shines Toward The Red Sun (Neurot Records) |
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Issues in Faith-Based Health Care
Chicago Public Radio’s Jason DeRose reports on why Advocate Health Care is facing a moral dilemma.
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The Sound of the Silents
We talk with playwright Paul Peditto about his new production of Sounds of Silents, a full-length play about Chicago’s Essanay Studios.
Sounds of Silents is on stage at PROP THTR until February 25.
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1001 Afternoons
Steve Edwards talks with writer Paul Peditto, about the PROP THTR's production based on the life and columns of Chicago writer Ben Hecht. |
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Eight Forty-Eight—January 22, 2007
Richard Steele Guest Hosts |
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Chicago Bears Win Ticket to the Big One
Sports contributor Cheryl Raye-Stout brings the best analysis and inside stories from the Bears' big NFC Championship win.
Music Button: Eddie Blazonczyk’s Versatones, “Bear Down Chicago Bears” (Bel-Aire Recordings) |
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Planning an Olympic Legacy
Jamil Satchu—Partner and Vice President, A.T. Kearney; a Global Management Consulting Firm
Can a Chicago Olympics revitalize depressed parts of the city? We talk with Jamil Satcho about the importance of planning a social legacy for mega-events.
Music Button: Shark Quest, “Shivers,” from the CD Gods & Devils (Merge Records) |
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Continued CTA Woes
Greg Hinz—Columnist, Crain's Chicago Business
Greg Hinz brings us the details of his report into the mounting troubles at the CTA.
Music Button: Cheebacabra, “The Annunciation,” from the CD Exile in the Woods, (Mackrosoft Records) |
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Monday Morning Business Update
Business Contributor David Greising discusses the large acquisition deal by north Chicago-based Abbott Laboratories.
Music Button: DJ Mark Farina, “Afro’s Inya,” from the CD Mushroom Jazz 5 (Om Records) |
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Going to the Dogs
Chicago Public Radio's Shawn Allee discusses the role of gentrification in his Rogers Park neighborhood.
Music Button: Retina.It, “anticamera Dei Dubbi,” from the CD History Is Bunk Pt. 2 (Hefty Records) |
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Body Worlds 2
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We hear from visitors to the Body Worlds 2:The Anatomical Exhibition of Real Human Bodies exhibit at the Museum of Science and Industry. |
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Deiners—The Real World of Body Dissection
“Eight Forty-Eight's” Gianofer Fields talks with professor Dr. Bruce Manion and lab deiner, Adam Jensen from the Anatomy Lab at Rosalind Franklin University.
Music Button: Six Parts Seven, “Confusing Possibilities,” from the CD Casually Smashed to Pieces (Suicide Squeeze Records) |
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David Lynch's Inland Empire
Film contributor Jonathon Miller reviews David Lynch's new film, Inland Empire, opening next Friday at the Music Box Theatre. |
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Eight Forty-Eight—January 19, 2007 |
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Bear Facts About the Team's Super Bowl Chances
Sports contributor Cheryl Raye-Stout previews this Sunday's match-up between the Bears and the New Orleans Saints.
Music Button: Eddie Blazonczyk’s Versatones, “Chicago Cares About the Bears,” (Bel-Aire Recordings) |
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Measuring the Line Between the Colts and the Bears
Chicago Public Radio’s Michael Puente investigates the dividing line in Indiana between Bears fans and Colts fans.
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Saints Marching into Soldier Field
New Orleans transplant Michael Tisserand reflects on cheering for his home team in his adopted city. |
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Teacher Unions and School Reform
Chicago Public Radio’s Jay Field reports on what some teachers’ unions around the country are doing to reform their schools. |
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Tensions Between Teacher Union and School Administrations
We talk with independent historian Connie Goddard about the Chicago roots of struggles between teachers unions and school administrations.
Music Button: Rothko, “Roads Become Rivers,” from the CD Four Tet Remixes (Domino Records) |
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Weather Patterns and Climate Change
Reed Scherer—Associate Professor, Department of Geology and Environmental Geosciences, Northern Illinois University
Geologist Reed Scherer tells us what his research in Antarctica can tell us about global warming, and what recent unusual weather patterns have to do with climate change.
Music Button: Mopse, “Cosa Avete Fatto A Solange,” from the CD Ennio Morricone Remixes 2 (Compost) |
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Dueling Critics: The Sparrow
Dueling Critics Kelly Kleiman and Jonathan Abarbanel tell us if The Sparrow flies at the House Theater of Chicago. The production is on stage until February 24, 2007. |
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Eight Forty-Eight—January 18, 2007 |
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Tribune Sale
The deadline for bids on the Chicago-based Tribune Company came and went yesterday without much fanfare. Wall Street Journal reporter joins us to discuss what's next for this embattled media conglomerate. |
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Fighting for Air
We talk with author and sociologist Eric Klinenberg abouth is new book Fighting for Air (Henry Holt & Company, Incorporated, 2007). His work explores the battle to control America’s media and the role some local news organizations play in the media reform movement.
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Music Button: Cheebacabra, “Auto-Indexing,” from the CD Exile in the Woods (Mackrosoft Records) |
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America's Top 100
The Atlantic Monthly marked its 150th anniversary with an issue devoted to the “100 Most Influential Americans.” Resident Philosopher Al Gini discusses the 100 most significant people in American history as inspired by The Atlantic Monthly's list. |
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Audio Books
Chicago writer Bob Hughes explains how moments in traffic can actually transport you to faraway places. |
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New Curator in Town
Gregory Dreicer—Vice President, Exhibitions and Programs, Chicago
Architecture Foundation
Steve Edwards sits down with Gregory Dreicer to discuss his new role at the Chicago Architecture Foundation.
Music Button: Steve Hillman, “Thirties Thing,” from the CD The World Over (Dreamfast Records) |
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Three to See
Arts editor Edward Lifson brings us some of the best in the Chicago area culture scene.
Navy Pier’s “New” Crystal Gardens Lunchtime Concerts: Acoustic Music from Around the World
Thursdays, January 18-March 22
The Crystal Gardens at Navy Pier
From the Trenches to the Street: Art from Germany, 1910s-20s
January 19–March 18
Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art
Breakbone Dance Company's Visions of Light Featuring a World Premiere Solo Performance by Atalee Judy
January 18–19
Hamlin Park Studio Theater
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UnderCover—Occidental Brothers Dance Band International
We present the first in a new segment of exclusive performances by local bands who perform covers of popular songs outside their regular genre. Today, the Occidental Brothers Dance Band International performs New Order’s 1980's dance hit “Bizarre Love Triangle.”
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Eight Forty-Eight—January 17, 2007 |
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Obama's Presidential Positioning
Chicago Public Radio's Ben Calhoun reports on the Illinois junior senator's next step toward running for president. |
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Race and the Presidency
Melissa Harris Lacewell—Associate Professor of Politics and African-American Studies, Princeton University
Is Obama too black to win the presidency? Or is he not black enough? Melissa Harris Lacewell discusses the racial politics behind the Senator's increasingly likely bid.
Music Button: Kahil El’ Zabar’s Ritual Trio, “Crumb-Puck-U-Lent,” from the CD Big M: A Tribute to Malachi Favors (Delmark) |
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Cook County Budget to the Board
Forrest Claypool—Cook County Commissioner
Forrest Claypool joins us in studio to share his reaction to Todd Stroger's 2007 budget proposal.
Music Button: MANDY vs. Booka Shade, “Body Language,” from the CD Electrolush (Om Records) |
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Driving Lesson
“Eight Forty-Eight's” Gianofer Fields finds out if she has the skills behind the wheel when she takes a ride with Auto Metro Driving School instructor Damian Koziel.
Music Button: Tommy Guerrero, “Badder Than Bullets,” from the CD From the Soil to the Soul (TVT Records) |
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Architecture Alert
Jonathan Fine—President, Preservation Chicago
We talk with Jonathan Fine about the organization’s latest watch list of endangered Chicago buildings.
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Marcus Sakey's The Blade Itself
Writer Marcus Sakey joins us to discuss his acclaimed debut novel, The Blade Itself (St. Martin's Minotaur, 2007).
Sakey signs his book tonight at 7 as part of “Local Authors Night” at The Book Cellar in Lincoln Square.
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Eight Forty-Eight—January 16, 2007 |
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Burnham's Plan
We talk with author Carl Smith about his new book, The Plan of Chicago: Daniel Burnham and the Remaking of the American City (University of Chicago Press, 2006). The book explores how Burnham's plan changed the face of Chicago and continues to influence planners today. |
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Impossible Cities
We talk with writer Ira Murfin and actor Seth Bockley about their role in the Walkabout Theater Company's Imposisble Cities: A Utopian Vision, a multi-media theatrical production and art exhibition inspired by different stores of utopian dreams.
Imposisble Cities: A Utopian Vision runs through January 27 at the Peter Jones Gallery.
Music Button: Urbs, “The Chauffer,” from the CD Toujours Le Meme Film (G-Stone Records) |
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Obama's Announces Exploratory Committee
Chicago Public Radio's Ben Calhoun joins Steve Edwards to discuss Illinois Sen. Barak Obama's announcement that he is forming a presidential exploraty committee. |
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Celebrating Diversity on the CTA
Disability rights activist and writer Mike Ervin reflects on how, years ago, one January day helped change his mobility.
Music Button: Ocote Soul Sounds & Adrian Quesada, “Dedication TV,” from the CD El Nino Y El Sol (ESL Records)
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Green Car Concepts
Dustin Dwyer—Producer, The Environment Report
Dustin Dwyer talks about this year's green car concepts and why they could be more than just an attempt to polish up a dirty image for the auto industry. |
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E2 Trial Begins
As E2 club owner Dwain Kyles goes on trial, Chicago Public Radio's Diantha Parker looks back at the tragedy that killed 21 Chicagoans, what led up to it and what charges Kyles faces. |
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Anniversary of the Smoking Ban
Bartender Robert Duffer comments on bar life one year after a smoking ban. |
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Eight Forty-Eight—January 15, 2007
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Eight Forty-Eight—January 12, 2007 |
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Alderman Takes on CTA Troubles
Alderman Joe Moore—49th Ward
We talk with Joe Moore about deteriorating CTA service and what he hopes to do about it. |
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Is the Chicago City Council Still a Rubber Stamp?
Dick Simpson—Professor of Political Science, University of Illinois, Chicago
Is the Chicago City Council still a rubber stamp? We find out as we talk with Dick Simpson about his latest analysis of aldermanic voting records, and what they mean for the future balance of power at City Hall.
Music Button: Herbie Hancock, “Wiggle Waggle,” from the CD Pulp Fusion: Return to the Tough Side (Harmless Records) |
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MLK and the Chicago Sinfonietta
We hear an except of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s most famous speech accompanied by the Chicago Sinfonietta.
The Chicago Sinfonietta pays tribute in their annual King concert this Sunday at Dominican University and Monday at the Symphony Center. |
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Memories of MLK
Civil rights activist Cirillo McSween remembers Dr. King’s historic time in Chicago. |
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North Shore Activists Remember King
Local activists recall Martin Luther King, Jr.’s visit to a predominantly white suburb.
Music Button: Six Parts Seven, “Conversation Heart,” from the CD Casually Smashed to Pieces (Suicide Squeeze) |
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Prayers for the Bears
With the inconsistent way the Bears have been playing this season, you could say that they could use a little help from above. Chicago Public Radio's Mike Rhee checks out the prayers for the Bears.
Music Button: Westminster Bell Choir, “Rondo Passacaglia,” from the self-titled CD (Gothic Records) |
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Dueling Critics: Doubt
Jonathan Abarbanel and Kelly Kleiman tell us whether they have any doubts about John Patrick Shanley's critically-acclaimed play Doubt, starring Tony Award winning actress Cherry Jones.
The play runs through January 28 at the LaSalle Bank Theatre. |
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Eight Forty-Eight—January 11, 2007 |
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Analyzing Congressional Power
William Howell—Associate Professor, Harris School of Public Policy, University of Chicago
The morning after President Bush proposes a new plan for Iraq, author and separation of powers expert William Howell tells us what to expect from the Democratic-controlled legislative branch.
Howell is author of the upcoming book, While Dangers Gather: Congressional Checks on Presidential War Powers (Princeton University Press, 2007).
Music Button: The Northshore Concert Band, “Viennese Musical Clock,” from the CD European Tradition (Brewster Records) |
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Salah Jury Instructions
Chicago Public Radio’s Robert Wildeboer updates us on the trial of Muhammad Salah.
Music Button: Calexico, “The Book & the Canal,” from the CD Feast of Wire (Quarter Stick) |
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Why We HEART the Bears
Mike Mulligan—Sportswriter; Chicago Sun-Times Dan Jiggetts—Host, “Comcast Sports Net” Former Bears Player
Cheryl Raye-Stout—“Eight Forty-Eight's” Sports Contributor
A panel of sports journalists joins us to discuss the Bears and our city’s love for them. |
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Sportschat Pro
We hear from real estate developer Michael Kenney (nicknamed “Shmootzie”) about his habit of regularly calling into certain afternoon sports talk programs and his philosophy about the lure of “sportschat.”
Music Button: Sam Spence, “Cavalcade,” from the CD Music From NFL Films Vol. 1 (NFL Films, Inc) |
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Listeners’ Letters
We share listeners’ comments. If you have a comment of question, send us an e-mail.
Music Button: Dragons 1976, “Heater,” from the CD On Cortez (Locust Music) |
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Kevin Coval's Memories
“Def Jam” contributor and author Kevin Coval shares memories of meals that speak volumes about family life.
Music Button: Calexico, “Whipping the Horses Eyes,” from the CD Feast of Wire (Quarter Stick) |
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Drawing as Process
Chicago critic and writer Lenora Inez Brown shares thoughts about a group of exhibitions at the University of Chicago's Smart Museum of Art that attempts to unveil the artistic process of some leading contemporary artists. |
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Three to See
Chicago Public Radio arts editor Edward Lifson shares three not-to-be missed upcoming cultural events.
Reflections by Peter Wexler
Through February 11
Chicago Cultural Center
Prairie Skyscraper: Frank Lloyd Wright’s Price Tower
January 18–April 29
Santa Fe Building
“Too Hot To Handel”
January 13 and 14
Auditorium Theatre
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Eight Forty-Eight—January 10, 2007 |
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Chicago Closer to 2016 Olympics
Ed Hula—Editor, Around the Rings
Now that the U.S. Olympic Committee has decided to put forth a bid from either Chicago or Los Angeles, Olympics expert Ed Hula tells us how Chicago is faring in the competition, and what comes next in the race for 2016.
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Hands on a Handlebar
George Hood—Drug Enforcement Agent and Biking Enthusiast
George Hood attempts to break a world record on the stationary bike. We talk with him live during hour
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Music Button: John Williams, “American Journey: Immigration and Building,” from the CD American Journey (Sony) |
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Pigeons: The Fascinating Saga
We talk with journalist and author Andrew D. Blechman about the history of the pigeon from heroes of WW I to sky rats. Blechman is the author of Pigeons: The Fascinating Saga of the World’s Most Revered and
Reviled Bird (Grove/Atlantic, Inc., 2006). |
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Pigeon Racers
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| Pigeon racer Harry Kroll and Champion Racer – #7883 now known as Phillip |
Two men, a bunch of pigeons, and a stop watch: Harry Kroll and Bill Mitiu are pigeon racers in Lyons, Illinois. They share their tricks for breeding winners with “Eight Forty-Eight's” Gianofer Fields.
Music Button: Widespread Panic, “Pigeons,” from the CD Widespread Panic (Capricorn) |
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January Dance Preview
Dance contributor Lucia Mauro previews upcoming January dance performances. |
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Buddy Guy
Blues legend Buddy Guy sits down with “Sound Opinions” hosts Greg Kot and Jim DeRogatis to talk about his own discovery of the blues, and about the current state of blues in Chicago. |
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Eight Forty-Eight—January 9, 2007
Richard Steele Guest Hosts |
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Affordable Health Care—How Do We Do It?
Medical Contributor Dr. Quentin Young tells us about the potential impact of a 17 percent budget cut on Cook County health services. He also discuss the efforts of a state commission to ensure the affordability of health care for all Illinois residents. |
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Seeking Suburban Sin Tax
DuPage County Board Chairman Robert Schillerstrom discusses the effects of the increasing movement of city residents to the suburbs, and his plan to alleviate the pressure of greater demand for county services.
Music Button: Tristeza, “Balabaristas,” from the CD A Colores (Better Looking Records) |
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Dr. Scholl Feet First Museum
“Eight Forty Eight's” Gianofer Fields finds out how one man's foot fancy put a spring in our step when she visits the Feet First Museum at Rosalind Franklin University in North Chicago.
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Music Button: Alan Hawkshaw, “Mile High Swinger,” from the CD Cinemaphonic Vol. Two (Motel Records) |
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New Life for Gary Coal Plant?
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Efforts to re-open a shuttered coal plant on the shores of Lake Michigan in Gary, Indiana, are running into obstacles from airport officials and environmentalists. Chicago Public Radio’s Michael Puente reports.
Music Button: Amon Tobin, “Sordid,” from the CD Permutation (Ninja Tune Records) |
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Family Bonds and ADHD
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder doesn't just affect kids. Contributor Julianne Hill reports on how one family helps each other as they all cope with ADHD. |
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My Child
Chicago writer Carolyn Alessio remembers learning about her child’s disability.
Music Button: The Dining Rooms, “Cosi Ti Amo,” from the CD Numero Deux (Guidance Records) |
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News on TV News
Media Contributor Wally Podrazik discusses the changing face of local and network television news.
Music BUtton: Sonic Lounge, “Indian Love Call,” from the CD Exotic Guitars (Ranwood Records) |
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The Films of Hiroshi Teshigahara
Throughout the month of January, the Gene Siskel Film Center will be screening some of the most venerated work of the late avant-garde Japanese filmmaker, Hiroshi Teshigahara. “Eight Forty-Eight” film critic Jonathan Miller has a review. |
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Eight Forty-Eight—January 8, 2007 |
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Monday Morning Business Update
Business Contributor and Chicago Tribune Chief Business Correspondent David Greising previews several economic and legislative factors that will effect Chicago area corporations in 2007. |
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2007 Economic Outlook
Paul Kasriel—President and Director of Economic Research, The Northern Trust Company
Diane Swonk—Economist; Mesirow Financial
Economists Paul Kasriel and Diane Swonk give us their forecasts for the economy in 2007.
Music Button: Boards of Canada, “Push Button Objects,” from the CD An Eagle In Your Mind (Warp Records) |
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Blagojevich's Changing Style
Under the weight of ongoing problems, Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich may have to change his style to be effective handling issues like state finances and the feds’ corruption investigation. Chicago Public Radio’s Ben Calhoun reports.
Music Button: Tortoise, “Madison Area,” from the box set A Lazarus Taxon (Thrill Jockey) |
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Bears vs. Seahawks Preview
Sports Contributor Cheryl Raye-Stout updates us on upcoming game between the Chicago Bears and the Seattle Seahawks—a trip to the NFC championship game hangs in the balance.
Music Button: The Baldwin Brothers, “Gravity Fone,” from the CD Return of the Golden Rhodes (TVT Records) |
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Salah's Closing Arguments Preview
Chicago Public Radio’s Robert Wildeboer previews closing arguments in the trial of accused terrorist Muhammad Salah.
Music Button: Thunderball, “Last Flight Out,” from the CD Cinescope (ESL Records)
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Writer's Block Party
The show within a show, “Writers Block Party” returns with musical columnist Tony Rogers, writer Steve Sacks and selections from the “Life Sentence Project.” |
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Eight Forty-Eight—January 5, 2007 |
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God of the Andes
We talk with author Jack Zimmerman about his new book about the South Side of Chicago entitled Gods of the Andes (New Leaf Books, 2006).
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Song of a Changing Chicago
And in the past few decades, lifelong Chicagoan Eric Futran has seen some changes to his town that he doesn’t appreciate.
He put his thoughts into the song, “Gracious City Living Polka.”
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Illinois Legislative Preview
Illinois Public Radio Statehouse Bureau Chief Sean Crawford previews the spring session of the Illinois General Assembly, which begins this Sunday.
Music Button: Yoko Noge, “Yoko’s Boogie,” from the CD Struttin’ With Yoko (Jazz Me Blues Music) |
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Bat Discovery
Steve Goodman—Researcher, The Field Museum
Noted researcher Seve Goodman has made an unexpected discovery of a new little bat found in Madagascar, off the coast of Africa. Chicago Public Radio's Lynette Kalsnes reports.
Music Button: Shawn Lee’s Ping Pong Orchestra, “Seven Eight,” from the CD Strings & Things (Ubiquity) |
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The Doll Makers
“Eight Forty-Eight's” Sylvia Ewing reports on some volunteers working with the Comer Children's Hospital Doll Project at the University of Chicago Hospital.
Music Button: Chet Atkins, “Sweet Alla Lee,” from the CD Almost Alone (Columbia) |
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Studio 312—Amy Dickinson
Chicago Public Radio's Jimmy Carrane gets some tips from Chicago Tribune advice columnist Amy Dickinson.
Music Button: Tipsy, “El Mambo Atomico,” from the CD Trip Tease (Asphodel Records) |
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Dueling Critics—The Three Muskateers
Kelly Kleiman and Christopher Piatt review the The Three Musketeers on stage at the Shakespeare Theater through February 18.
Time Out Chicago’s Christopher Piatt sits in for Jonathan Abarbanel this week.
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Eight Forty-Eight—January 4, 2007 |
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Improving Interoperability
Demetria Giannisis—President, Great Lakes Partnership
In the wake of a Department of Homeland Security report that criticizes the Chicago’s ability to communicate in the event of an emergency, Demetria Giannisis explains the need for greater interoperability not just across public agencies—but also business entities.
Music Button: Thunderball, “Late Nite Trick,” from the CD Ambassadors of Style (ESL Music) |
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Salah's Day Job
Muhammad Salah is a southwest suburban man on trial for terrorism. But Salah has a life outside the trial and part of that is trying to earn a living. Chicago Public Radio's Rob Wildeboer has the story.
Music Button: Goran Ivanovic Group, “Gates to the Unknown,” from the CD Goran Ivanovic Group (Balkan Song Records) |
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New Congress
Today, California Democrat Nancy Pelosi takes over the job of Speaker of the House from Illinois Congressman Dennis Hastert. Sam Hudzik reports on what this means for Illinois' clout in the Capitol.
Music Button: Tristeza, “Bromas,” from the CD A Colores (Better Looking Records) |
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Gini's New Year's Numbers
The beginning of the new year is high season for resolution-making and resolution breaking. Resident philosopher Al Gini helps us take stock of our lives by bringing us his annual “New Year’s Numbers.” |
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A Funny Man's Forecast
Chicago humorist Mark Sullivan shares spectacular predictions for the New Year. |
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Three to See
Chicago Public Radio Arts Editor Edward Lifson shares three not-to-be-missed upcoming cultural events.
Impossible Cities: A Utopian Experiment
Runs through January 27
Peter Jones Gallery
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Portrait of West Africa
Runs through February 24
David Weinberg Gallery
The Missing Peace: Artists Consider the Dalai Lama
Runs through January 14
Loyola University Museum of Art |
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Gospel Great Darius Brooks
Earlier this year Grammy Award-winning songwriter and producer Darius Brooks put out a new release, My Soul. He recently spoke with Chicago Public Radio’s Richard Steele about his music and his inspiration. |
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Eight Forty-Eight—January 3, 2007
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Dems Set Priorities for New Congress
On the morning the 110th Congress is sworn in, we talk with newly appointed Chief Deputy Majority Whip and U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky about her personal and party priorities for the new session.
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GOP Prepares for Legislative Minority
Illinois' 10th District Congressman Mark Kirk discusses the GOP's priorities for the new session of Congress.
Music Button: Dorfmeister vs. MDLA, “Valldemossa,” from the CD Grand Slam (G Stone Records) |
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Cleaning Up Credit Card Debt
Marva Williams—Senior Vice President, Woodstock Institute
On day three of New Year's Resolutions, we check in with Marva Williams about the growth of U.S. credit card debt—and what to do to keep it in check.
Music Button: Tristeza, “Aereoviones,” from the CD A Colores (Better Looking Records) |
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One Song Every Day
Teacher and composer Michael Droste tells us about his 2006 New Year's resolution to write one song every day.
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Sidewalks: Portraits of Chicago
We talk with Rick Kogan and Charles Osgood about their new collaboration, Sidewalks: Portraits of Chicago (Northwestern University Press, 2006).
Music Button: Miles Davis Quintet, “Joshua,” from the CD Four And More (Columbia)
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Music Programming Changes Hit Home
Music critic John McDonough comments on the upcoming departure from evening jazz programming at Chicago Public Radio.
Music Button: Wynton Marsalis, “Caravan,” from the CD Standard Time, Vol. 1 (Columbia) |
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Eight Forty-Eight—January 2, 2007
Preempted for Special Programming |
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Eight Forty-Eight—January 1, 2007
Preempted for Special Programming |
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