Eight Forty-Eight—September 29, 2006 |
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Month in Review
Eric Zorn—Columnist, Chicago Tribune
Neil Steinberg—Columnist, Chicago Sun-Times
Tracy Baim—Managing Editor and Publisher, Windy City Times
Our panel of journalists joisn Steve Edwards to discuss the top stories from September in our “Month in Review.” |
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Elections 2006: Citizen Profile—Pamela Dominguez
We finish up our week of citizen profiles with the story of longtime Englewood resident Pamela Dominguez, a community activist who works at Southwest Women Working Together. |
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Remembering Tokyo Rose
We pay tribute to some famous Chicagoans who passed away this month, including famed broadcaster Tokyo Rose, and politician Seymour Simon. |
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Dueling Critics—The Pillowman
Our theater critics Jonathan Abarbanel and Kelly Kleiman battle over The Pillowman, taking the stage until November 12 at Steppenwolf Theatre. |
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The Forgotten Synagogues of Chicago
Robb Packer—Author; Historian; Building Inspector
Robb Packer takes “Eight Forty Eight” director Jason Marck around Chicago to explore former Jewish houses of worship.
Robb Packer is author of Doors of Redemption: The Forgotten Synagogues of Chicago and Other Communal Buildings (BookSurge Publishing, 2006). |
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Eight Forty-Eight—September 28, 2006 |
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Elections 2006: Campaign Notebook—Todd Stroger
Our one-on-one conversations with candidates for Cook County Board President concludes with Alderman Todd Stroger. |
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Elections 2006: Citizen Profile—James Thomas
Our series of citizen profiles continues with the Bridgeview resident James Thomas, a Ford Motor Company assembly line worker. |
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Bearing Witness
Mike Gray—Founding Member, Film Group
Bill Cottle—Member, Film Group
Steve Edwards talks with two members of the Film Group. The group hosts “To Bear Witness: History of the Chicago Civil Rights Movement on Film,” with screenings taking place this weekend.
Visit the Film Group Web site for a complete schedule, including speaker information. |
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Making it Real
Gary Johnson—President, Chicago History Museum
Lauren Dolan—Public Relations Manager, Chicago History Museum
John Russick—Curator, Chicago History Museum
Olivia Mahoney—Chief Curator, Chicago History Museum
Steve Edwards tours the newly remodeled Chicago History Museum with the some of the museum's staff. |
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Chicago Matters—Schools, Skills and Jobs—Part Two
Jay Field concludes his report on the effect today’s modernized manufacturing industry has on career education.
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Chicago Matters—Schools, Skills and Jobs—Part One
High school graduates entering the workforce often lack the basic skills they need to succeed in entry-level jobs. Chicago Public Radio’s Jay Field reports on one company's ongoing struggle to find qualified employees.
Originally broadcast September 27, 2006 |
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Three to See
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Chicago Public Radio Assistant Arts Editor Jenny Lawton shares three not-to-be-missed upcoming cultural events.
“Getting to the Point”
Sunday, October 1 @ 3 pm
Old Town School of Folk Music
Chicago
36th Annual Pilsen East Artist’s Open House
Including Gabe Lanza
Friday, September 29–Sunday, October 1
Galleries surrounding Halsted & 18th Streets
Chicago
Tortoise
Friday, September 29 @ 7 pm & 10 pm
Empty Bottle
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Eight Forty-Eight—September 27, 2006 |
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Elections 2006: Campaign Notebook—Tony Peraica
Tony Peraica—Cook County Commissioner
We begin a series of candidate conversations with Cook County Board President hopeful Tony Peraica. Tomorrow we feature his opponent, Todd Stroger. |
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Citizen Profile—Nizam Arain
We continue our series of citizen profiles with lawyer and Islamic scholar Nizam Arain. He is a democrat who doesn’t feel obliged to vote the party line. |
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A Reggae Oprah for President Jam
We share a song that encourages Oprah Winfrey to run for president of the United States.
Related Link:
Oprah for President 2008 |
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Chicago Matters—Schools, Skills and Jobs—Part One
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High school graduates entering the workforce often lack the basic skills they need to succeed in entry-level jobs. Chicago Public Radio’s Jay Field reports on one company's ongoing struggle to find qualified employees. |
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Adult Education
Chicago writer Karen Brenner comments on her decision to return to school. |
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Liz Lerman’s Ferocious Beauty
Dance critic and contributor Lucia Mauro previews the Liz Lerman Dance Exchange's performance, Ferocious Beauty: Genome. The group takes the stage at the Museum of Contemporary Art starting tomorrow and continuing through the weekend. |
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Out of My Way—Low Rider Makes History
Pedro Cisneros—President and Founder, Amistad Car Club, Chicago Chapter
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Chicago's Amistad Car Club is now part of the new Chicago History Museum. Gianofer Fields checks it out the exhibit with Pedro Cisneros.
View more photos on the Out of My Way page. |
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Eight Forty-Eight—September 26, 2006 |
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Getting the Games
Rob Livingstone—Producer, GamesBids.com
Rob Livingstone tells us what it takes to win a bid to host the Olympic Games. His Web site informs visitors about the Olympic bidding process around the world. |
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Citizen Profile—Janet Wittbold
She’s a Republican, but not dyed in the wool Republican. Seventy five-year-old retired commercial artist and Des Plaines resident Janet Wittbold tells us about how she is trying to keep an open mind about the upcoming elections. |
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Chicago Matters—Technology in the Classroom, Part Two
Edie Rubinowitz brings us the second part of her report examining how high schools are using technology to improve student performance, and why some schools have more resources than others.
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Chicago Matters—Technology in the Classroom, Part One
If technology is the new literacy, are Chicago Public Schools preparing students for the future? That’s the question Edie Rubinowitz tackles in a two-part report in collaboration with Catalyst Chicago.
Originally broadcast September 25, 2006 |
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In the Wake of Wal-Mart—Part Two
In the second part of our examination of Wal-Mart's impact on workers and neighborhoods, Chicago Public Radio's Chip Mitchell talks with community residents about what they expect from the store's opening.
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Wal-Mart The Workers—Part One
Chicago's first Wal-Mart opens this week. In a two-part report, Chicago Public Radio's Catrin Einhorn talks with new employees and community residents about their hopes and worries about what Wal-Mart will bring.
Originally broadcast September 25, 2006 |
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A Holy Mess
Rabbi Irwin Kula—Author; President, The National Jewish Center for Learning and Leadership (CLAL)
Jason DeRose sits down with Rabbi Irwin Kula about what we can learn from yearnings. Kula’s is author of Yearnings: Embracing the Sacred Messiness of Life (Hyperion, 2006).
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All in the Family
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Jake and Dorothy Dumelle
Photo by Margo Dumelle |
Media contributor Wally Podrazik shares a personal Hollywood moment.
His father-in-law was an extra—with a speaking part—in The Lake House, and he watched the film with the rest of the cast at the Hollywood premiere. The movie is out on DVD today.
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Wednesday Journal article about Jake Dumelle's trip |
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A Tribute to Hope Abelson
Theater critic and “Eight Forty-Eight” contributor Jonathan Abarbanel pays tribute to famous Chicago theater matron, Hope Abelson. Abelson passed away earlier this month. |
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Eight Forty-Eight—September 25, 2006 |
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Empire Google
Business contributor David Greising enlightens us about the daily operations at the Google headquarters in California.
Music Button: Plus Device, “Come Inside…,” from the CD Puncture (Hefty Records) |
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Chicago Matters—Technology in the Classroom, Part One
If technology is the new literacy, are Chicago Public Schools preparing students for the future? That’s the question Edie Rubinowitz tackles in a two-part report in collaboration with Catalyst Chicago. |
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Citizen Profile—Ben Schuster
We profile paralegal Ben Shuster of Deerfield, Illinois, who tells us how he developed his individual political perspective. |
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Hot Trends in Home Design
Ed Keegan—Architecture Critic; Contributing Writer, Crain’s Chicago Business
Forget granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, Ed Keegan fills us in on the newest amenities and cutting edge design trends in Chicago residences. |
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Wal-Mart The Workers—Part One
Chicago's first Wal-Mart opens this week. In a two-part report, Chicago Public Radio's Catrin Einhorn talks with new employees and community residents about their hopes and worries about what Wal-Mart will bring.
Music Button: Pepe Deluxe, “Tour De Force,” from the CD Pepe Deluxe (Emperor Norton Records) |
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Both Sides of the Border—The Voice of Dr. Virgil Reid
Dr. Virgil Reid—Physician, Erie Family Health Center, Clinical Instructor, Northwestern University
Our series continues with Dr. Virgil Reid, a Chicago medical professional who works regularly with immigrants. |
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“Writers' Block Party”
Hosted by contributor Amy Krouse Rosenthal, our literary and music variety show features Chicago band Baby Teeth, writer Wendy McClure and artist Chuck Jones. Find out more about all of them on the Writer's Block Party Web site.
Wendy McClure is author of I’m Not the New Me: A Memoir (Penguin Group, 2005).
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Eight Forty-Eight—September 22, 2006 |
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Cook County Offices Under Federal Fire
Chicago Public Radio’s Ben Calhoun joins us in studio to discuss the raid of the Cook County human resources offices. The raid is believed to be connected to an attorney's request for a federal monitor to oversee county hiring. |
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Uprisings in the Tribune Company
Gregory Meyer—Reporter, Crain's Chicago Business
We call Greg Meyer to hear his reaction on what’s going on with the Tribune Company, and learn more about the outlook for the troubled media conglomerate. |
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The Return of the TV Soap Opera
Chicago Public Radio’s media contributor Wally Podrazik weighs in on the new novellas and the return of the soap opera to the current television season. |
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Drumming in a Diamond Anniversary
The music of Taiko drummers resonates as the new artists in residence help the Japanese American Service Committee (JASC) commemorate 60 years of service.
The Fuji Fest and 60th Anniversary of the JASC is tonight at the Union League Club of Chicago. The Reception and Silent Auction begins at 5:00 p.m., with a Light Buffet and Entertainment following at 7:30 p.m. For more information call 773.275.0097, ext. 223. |
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Do You Haiku?
Chip Meyer—Education and Cultural Affairs Outreach Coordinator, Consulate General of Japan at Chicago
Charles Trumbull—Editor, Modern Haiku magazine
The art of Haiku is advanced in an upcoming competition called Haiku Cut, taking place Monday, September 25, at the Chopin Theatre. It’s like a poetry slam. Read some of Chicago Public Radio's interpretations of the haiku on the “Eight Forty-Eight” home page.
We talk with event organizer Chip Meyer and event judge Charles Trumbull about the competition and art form. |
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Steve Dolinsky and the Rosh Hashana Meal
Laura Frankel—Writer; Chef and Owner, Shallots Bistro
Food contributor Steve Dolinsky talks with Laura Frankel about some traditional tastes and fresh twists on the meal served on the Jewish New Year.
Frankel is also author of Jewish Cooking for All Seasons (Wiley, John & Sons, Incorporated, 2006). |
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Dueling Critics—King Lear
This week, theater contributors Kelly Kleiman and Jonathan Abarbanel
spar over King Lear, on stage at the Goodman Theatre until October 22. |
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The Photography of Harry Callahan
Cherie Caswell Dost—Chicago Writer, Poet and Photo-Essayist
Cherie Caswell Dost shares her impression of the photography of Harry Callahan, whose most influential work was based in Chicago.
Harry Callahan: The Photographer at Work is on display at The Art Institute of Chicago until this Sunday.
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Eleanor Callahan
Eleanor Callahan talks with Edward Lifson about serving as her husband Harry Callahan’s frequent muse.
Originally broadcast July 11, 2006 |
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Eight Forty-Eight—September 21, 2006 |
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Reviving Parental Notification
Jeffrey Shaman—Professor, DePaul University College of Law
Jeffrey Shaman joins us to explain the legal basis for the Illinois Supreme Court’s decision to resurrect the Parental Notification of Abortion Act of 1995. |
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Homeless Embryos
Writer and mother Kasey Madden reflects on what to do with the leftover eggs after fertility treatments.
Music Button: Radiohead, “Sktterbrain,” from the CD Four Tet Remixes (Domino Records) |
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Polling Proficiency
Recent political polls have raised questions about how such polls are done and how we can be sure they are fair and meaningful. Chicago Public Radio's Ben Calhoun takes these questions to a polling expert. |
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All the County Provides
A recent poll found that a majority of Cook County voters are satisfied with the county government. We find out how much voters know about the services the county provides.
Music Button: Land Shark, “Fear of the Remake,” from the CD Land Shark (Om Records) |
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The Olympic Possibilities of Washington Park
Chicago Public Radio’s Gianofer Fields shares her thoughts on how the possible placement of the 2016 Olympic stadium in Washington Park could affect the surrounding area and people leaving on the South Side.
Music Button: Mark Colby, “Out of Focus,” from the CD Speaking of Stan (Hallway Records) |
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Three to See
Chicago Public Radio Arts Editor Edward Lifson shares three not-to-be-missed upcoming cultural events.
“One World Under One Roof”: World Music Festival
Thursday, September 21 @ 6:30 pm
Chicago Cultural Center
Chicago Public Radio is a sponsor of the World Music Festival
Bill Irwin
Monday, October 9 @ 5:30 pm
Free, but RSVP by Tuesday, October 3 at 847.491.7282
Josephine Louis Theater
Northwestern University
Evanston
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Bound Together
Rev. Susan Thistlethwaite—President, Chicago Theological Seminary
Eboo Patel—Founder and Executive Director, Interfaith Youth Core
Ann Feldman—Executive Producer, The Ties that Bind
Steve Edwards hosts a roundtable with guests discussing their initiatives to create dialogue between people of differing faith traditions.
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Regretfully Yours
Resident philosopher Al Gini ruminates on the nature of regret. |
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Eight Forty-Eight—September 20, 2006
with Guest Host Richard Steele |
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Illiniwek Scores a Victory, Part One
Ken Dobbs—Lead Attorney, Illinois Native American Bar Association
A day after a state appellate panel upheld a lower court's dismissal of a lawsuit against the University of Illinois mascot, Chief Illiniwek. Ken Dobbs says he will keep fighting to abolish the mascot. |
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Illiniwek Scores a Victory, Part Two
Tom Hardy—Executive Director, University Relations, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
We turn to Tom Hardy for the University's reaction to yesterday's ruling. |
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Head and Heart
Colorado College student, and former Eight Forty-Eight intern, Charlie Meredith contemplates his multi-ethnic identity. |
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Winning Research
Jennifer Richeson—Associate Professor, Psychology and African American Studies, Faculty Fellow at the Institute for Policy Research, Northwestern University
Jennifer Richeson talks about the research that led to her being awarded one of this year's MacArthur Fellowships, also known as the “genius grant.”
Music Button: Blue States, “Golden Touch,” from the CD ESL Remixed: the 100th Release (ESL) |
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Testing Troubles
Monique Parsons reports on the troubled process of receiving and analyzing standardized tests.
Music Button: Jeff Parker, “Beanstalk,” from the CD The Relatives (Thrill Jockey) |
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99 Ways to Tell a Radio Story
Julie Shapiro—Managing Director, Third Coast International Audio Festival
Our colleague Julie Shapiro joins us to give the details about the challenge she pitched to her fellow Third Coast Festival producers. |
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Out of My Way—The Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture
Reza Miliauskas—Gift Shop Clerk, The Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture
Gianofer Fields gets out from the rain and drops into The Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture as part of her Out of My Way series. |
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The Good Man Behind the Goodman
Robert Falls—Artistic Director, Goodman Theatre
Robert Falls talks about his life in the theater, 20 years at the Goodman Theatre and his latest production of King Lear. |
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Eight Forty-Eight—September 19, 2006 |
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Keeping It Local
Some local, small business owners are keeping tabs on chains like Starbucks and the Gap. Chicago Public Radio's Mike Rhee has more. |
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Making Room for Wildlife in the City
The Environment Report's Rebecca Williams examines Chicago's efforts to map preservation areas.
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The Good Time Cloggers
We share the sounds of the Good Time Cloggers of Valparaiso, Indiana. They're performing this Saturday, September 23, at the Sunset Hill County Park Harvest Festival and Antique Equipment Show in Valpo.
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Sports Landscape Changes Seasons
A fall sports roundtable with Eight Forty-Eight sports contributor Cheryl Raye-Stout and local sports reporters Mike Ferrin of WGN 720 and Mark Silverman of ESPN 1000
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Failing with the Cubs
What's worse than the failure of the Chicago Cubs? Comedian Joel Brussel has some comparisons.
Music Button: Plus Device, “My to Make You Feel,” from the CD Puncture (Hefty)
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Going to School—As a Family
Chicago Public Radio's Richard Steele reflects on the importance of family involvement in a child's education.
Music Button: Les Deux Love Orchestra, “Amarcord,” from the CD King Kong (Heart Times Coffee Cup)
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Studio 312: Writer Josh Karp
The author of A Futile and Stupid Gesture: How Doug Kenney and National Lampoon Changed Comedy Forever (Chicago Review Press, 2006), Josh Karp swings by “Studio 312” to talk with Eight Forty-Eight contributor Jim Carrane.
Karp joins other local authors for a free reading on Wednesday, September 20, at the Book Cellar in Lincoln Square. |
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Music Interviews—The Innovative Sounds of Alla
The Chicago band Alla consider themselves the new revolution in psychedelic pop music. Chicago Public Radio's Tony Sarabia has this profile.
Music at Beginning: Alla, “Golpes del Sol,” from the CD Es Tiempo (Self-Released)
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Eight Forty-Eight—September 18, 2006 |
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Blagojevich Hiring Troubles
The Chicago Tribune’s Ray Long discusses the findings of an investigation into hiring practices in the Blagojevich administration. |
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Governor's Race Donors
Chicago Public Radio political reporter Ben Calhoun digs into why donors give to political candidates and campaigns.
Music Button: The Vandermark 5, “That Was Now,” from the CD The Color Of Memory (Atavistic)
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Big Business, Labor and Politics
Business contributor David Greising joins us for our regular Monday business update to talk about how business and labor are flexing their muscles to influence upcoming elections.
Music Button: The Bamboos, “In the Bamboo Groove,” from the CD Step It Up (Ubiquity)
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Between the Lines
Joseph Parisi—Former Editor, Poetry magazine
Joseph Parisi, co-editor of Between the Lines: A History of Poetry in Letters, 1962-2002 (Ivan R. Dee, 2006), discusses this book of descriptive essays and letters to and from the editors of Poetry magazine.
Music Button: Steve Hillman, “Flute Jazz,” from the CD The World Over (Dreamfast Cinema)
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Ants
Writer and professor Tom Montgomery-Fate reflects on what insects have to teach us about our hurried lives. Montgomery-Fate is the author of Steady and Trembling: Art, Faith and Family in an Uncertain World (Chalice Press, 2005).
Music Button: Eighth Blackbird, “Pocket Symphony Part A,” from the CD Fred (Cedille)
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Both Sides of the Border—The Voice of Rosanna Pulido
Rosanna Pulido of the Illinois Minuteman Civil Defense Corps tells us why she’s fighting to keep our borders closed. |
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Music Interviews—Khalil El’ Zabar
Chicago Public Radio jazz host Dan Bindert talks with musician Khalil El’ Zabar.
El’ Zabar performs Thursday, September 21 at 6 p.m. at Millennium Park’s Pritzker Pavilion as part of the World Music Festival. |
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Eight Forty-Eight—September 15, 2006
with Guest Host Richard Steele
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Investigating Abuse in the CPD
Dennis Rosenbaum—Professor of Criminal Justice, University of Illinois at Chicago
Craig Futterman—Associate Clinical Professor of Law, University of Chicago
In the wake of the recent arrests of four Chicago Police officers for allegedly robbing, kidnapping and intimidating citizens, Dennis Rosenbaum and Craig Futterman discuss the culture and accountability of the Chicago Police Department.
Music Button: Radio Citizen, “Black Forest,” from the CD Berlin Serengeti (Ubiquity) |
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Gene Art
A new exhibition highlights the work of the father of genetics, Gregor Mendel. Chicago Public Radio’s Lynette Kalsnes brings us this report about the man behind the inspiration.
Gregor Mendel: Planting the Seed of Genetics is on display until April 15, 2006, at The Field Museum.
Music Button: Benet, “Donaldo,” from the CD Flora Y Fauna (Rasa Records)
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Tree Climber
Arborist Todd Kramer explains the art of tree climbing to producer Gianofer Fields.
Music Button: Shark Quest, “Sin the Moon,” from the CD Gods & Devils (Merge Records) |
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This Film Not Rated
Film contributor Jonathan Miller explains the history of the Motion Picture Assocation of America's rating system, as featured in the new documentary This Film is Not Yet Rated.
Music Button: Roger Morris, “Knock It,” from the CD Le Jazzbeat! (Jazzman Records) |
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Dueling Critics—Hamlet
Jonathan Abarbanel and Kelly Kleiman take on director Terry Hands' version of Hamlet, on stage at the Chicago Shakespeare Theatre through November 18. |
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Chicago Symphony Orchestra Preview
Recently retired Chicago Sun-Times music critic Wynne Delacoma joins us to discuss what's in ahead in the fall seasons at the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and the Lyric Opera House.
Music Button: Gustav Mahler from Symphony #3, (Sony Classical) |
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Eight Forty-Eight—September 14, 2006 |
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Boxing Over Big Boxes
Chicago Public Radio political reporter Ben Calhoun joins Steve in studio to discuss the latest in the big box living wage ordinance.
Music Button: Extra Golden, “Osama Rach,” from the CD Ok-Oyot System (Thrill Jockey Records) |
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The Impact of HIV/AIDS on Gay Black Men in Chicago
Michael O'Connor—Activist
Michael O'Connor talks about personal and public issues related to life as a gay African-American.
The “Gay, Black and Dying” town hall forum takes place at Malcolm X College on Saturday, September 16. The event is sponsored by the Chicago Department of Public Health and Congressman Danny Davis. |
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Chicago’s Bionic Woman
Claudia Mitchell controls her artificial arm with her thoughts alone. Chicago Public Radio Mike Rhee brings us the story of Chicago's first bionic woman. |
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Girl Crush
Writer Christine Magnotta shares her secret crush on the newest addition to the “Today Show.”
Music Button: Karminsky Experience, “Belly Disco,” from the CD ESL Remixed: The 100th Release (ESL) |
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“Studio 312”—A Visit from Mort Sahl
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Comedian and speechwriter Mort Sahl sits down with Studio 312 host Jimmy Carrane. |
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Pauly the Clown
Paul Miller—Founder and Chief Goof-Officer, CircEsteem
We explore the serious side of clowning around with Pauly the Clown.
Paul Miller performs the “Pauly the Clown Show” at the Chicago Cultural Center Studio Theatre from September 8-17, 2006. |
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Three to See
Chicago Public Radio's arts editor and Hello Beautiful! host Edward Lifson shares three not-to-be-missed cultural events.
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Chicago Chamber Musicians
20th Anniversary Opening Concert
Sunday and Monday, September 17 & 18
Evanston and Chicago
Jeffrey M. Robinson: “Pools of Light”
Saturday, September 16–Saturday, September 23
Portage Park
Chicago
Conrad Freiburg: “The Slipping Glimpser”
Through October 14
Linda Warren Gallery
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World Music Preview Chicago Public Radio’s Tony Sarabia shares highlights from the World Music Festival: Chicago 2006 beginning taking place from September 14-21 at various local venues.
Tony kicks off WBEZ World Music Weekend with a live broadcast from the Old Town School of Folk Music. |
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Eight Forty-Eight—September 13, 2006 |
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Quigley vs. TIF Districts
Mike Quigley—Cook County Commissioner, 10th District
Mike Quigley joins us to discuss his opposition of the creation of Tax Increment Finance Districts, or TIFs.
Music Button: Karminsky Experience, “Exploration,” from the CD ESL Remixed: The 100th Release (ESL) |
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Immigration and Integration: The Economic Power and Integration of Chicago's Mexican Community
Douglas Doetsch—Co-Chair, Mexican American Task Force of the Chicago Council on Global Affairs
Sylvia Puente—Director of Metropolitan Chicago Initiative of the Institute for Latino Studies at the University of Notre Dame
A new report from the Chicago Council on Global Affairs says the Chicago region's economic future hinges largely on how well it integrates its largest ethnic population—the Mexican community. We talk with Douglas Doetsch and Sylvia Puente about their blueprint for unleashing that economic potential.
Music Button: Rodrigo y Gabriela, “Orion,” from the CD Advance Music (Ato Records)
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Wally Podrazik Reviews The CW
Media contributor Wally Podrazik examines the role of race in programming for the new television network, The CW. |
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Surviving Reality
Greg Pritikin—Director, Surviving Eden
Greg Pritikin discusses the economics of reality television and instant celebrity.
His mockumentary, Surviving Eden, is currently screening at Pipers Alley Theater, located at 1608 N. Wells St. in Chicago. |
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Dance!
Lucia Mauro—Dance Critic, Chicago Tribune; Writer, Chicago magazine and Dance Magazine
Lucia Mauro joins us for a preview of upcoming dance festivals in Chicago. She reviews the SoleStance Dance Festival and Chicago Moving Company’s “The Other Dance Festival.” |
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A Heeb Story
Poet and contributor Kevin Coval previews Heeb Storytelling with a rousing Jewish tale. The HEEB Magazine event also features Eight Forty-Eight contributors Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Aaron Freeman.
Heeb Storytelling takes place Wednesday, September 13, at the Second City e.t.c. Theater at 8 pm. |
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Music Interviews—Catfish Haven
Music critic Althea Legaspi introduces us to the soulful tunes of local rock band Catfish Haven, who just released their debut album Tell Me.
Catfish Haven plays Saturday, September 16 at 10 pm at the Double Door in Chicago. |
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Eight Forty-Eight—September 12, 2006 |
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The Battle Over the Big Boxes
Charlie Wheelan—Lecturer, University of Chicago, Harris School of Public Policy; Author, Naked Economics: Undressing the Dismal Science
Charlie Wheelan discusses the high-stakes battle over big-box retailers and why Wal-Mart is the store so many people love to hate.
Music Button: Shawn Lee’s Ping Pong Orchestra, “26,” from the CD Moods and Grooves (Ubiquity) |
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Rahm Emanuel’s Plan
Rahm Emanuel—U.S. Representative, Illinois’ 5th Congressional District; Chair, Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee
Rahm Emanuel talks with Steve Edwards about his new book, The Plan: Big Ideas for America (Public Affairs Books, 2006).
Music Button: Frequency, “The Tortoise,” from the CD Frequency (Thrill Jockey) |
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Ensuring Mental Health for College Students
Freelance reporter Julianne Hill reports on efforts to help college students with psychological problems adapt to school. |
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Living with Asperger’s
Writer Susan Layug reflects on the lessons she learns from her special needs child.
Music Button: Ping Tree Jazz Ensemble, “Pathway,” from the CD Delavan Run (BMCI Inc.) |
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Ping Tree Jazz Ensemble
We hear a selection from The Ping Tree Jazz Ensemble, who perform Tuesday, September 12 at 9 pm at Elastic Arts in Chicago. |
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The Great Starvation Experiment
Award-winning journalist and Eight Forty-Eight contributor Sam Weller speaks with author Todd Tucker about his newest book, The Great Starvation Experiment: The Heroic Men Who Starved So That Millions Could Live (Free Press, 2006).
Music Button: Eliot Lipp, “Glasspipe,” from the CD Steele Street Scraps (Hefty Records)
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The Fifth Pythia of Deir el Qamar
Chicago sound artist Michael Zerang reflects on the installation he created with visual artist and musician, Mazen Kerbaj, of Beirut.
“The Fifth Pythia of Deir el Qamar” is part of Florasonic, an ongoing sound series at the Lincoln Park Conservatory. |
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Eight Forty-Eight—September 11, 2006 |
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Eight Forty-Eight presents a special show commemorating the fifth anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorists attacks. |
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A Phone Operator Remembers
Lisa Jefferson—Former Manager, Verizon Air Call Center, Oak Brook, Illinois
Lisa Jefferson remembers receiving the fateful call from United Airlines Flight 93. |
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Recalling Acts of Humanity
Abdul Malik Mujahid—Chairperson, Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago
Abdul Malik Mujahid remembers the Islam community’s response to the terrorist attacks. |
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Assessing Aviation
Business contributor David Greising joins us for his regular Monday report to discuss the health of the aviation industry in the post—9-11 era. |
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History of the Plane
Poet Lawrence Ferlinghetti reads his poem “History of the Plane.” The reading was recorded live at the Poetry Center in October 2002.
“History of a Plane” is part of the Poetry Center's upcoming Room at the Table archive CD.
Music Button: Jeff Tweedy, “Airline to Heaven,” from the CD Mermaid Avenue Volume Two (Elektra) |
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Living High Five Years Later
Independent producer Linda Paul visits Chicago’s John Hancock Center five years after 9-11 to talk with residents of the world's tallest residential building. |
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City Living Five Years Later
Chicago Public Radio’s Tony Sarabia reports on the changes to freedom of movement and association since the terrorists attacks.
Music Button: Bruce Springsteen, “Empty Sky,” from the CD The Rising (Sony) |
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Politics in the Aftermath of 9/11
Alan Gitelson—Professor of Political Science, Loyola University, Chicago
Alan Gitelson discusses the role national security plays in local politics today. |
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The Art of War
Amy Mooney—Professor of Art History, Columbia College Chicago
Amy Mooney contemplates the impact of war on art.
Music Button: Sam Cooke, “Trouble Blues,” from the CD Night Beat (RCA) |
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Grieving in the Garden
Jennifer Gilchrist—Tribute Gift Coordinator, Chicago Botanic Garden
Jennifer Gilchrist explains how the bursting life at the Chicago Botanic Garden helps visitors deal with grief.
Music Button: Grateful Dead, “Touch of Grey,” from the CD In The Dark (Arista) |
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Eight Forty-Eight—September 8, 2006 |
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The State of State Street
Chicago's flagship department store, Marshall Field's, on State Street becomes Macy's on Saturday. Chicago Public Radio’s Robert Wildeboer reports on how Chicago residents feel about the changing face of State Street. |
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Remembering Marshall Field’s
Retired Chicago Park System employee and longtime resident Charles Hunter recalls a different memory of Marshall Field's—an unwelcoming store. |
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Dueling Critics Thrill Us
Our Dueling Critics Jonathan Abarbanel and Kelly Kleiman give their respective takes on Thrill Me: The Leopold and Loeb Story playing at the Bailiwick Repertory Theatre until October 8.
Music Button: Djosos Krost, “Kaba Kaba,” from the CD No Sign of Bad (Quango Records) |
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Sports Update
Sports contributor Cheryl Raye-Stout previews the Chicago Bears season. |
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Fantasy Baseball
Writer Cherie Caswell Dost shares a dirty little secret about why she loves baseball so much. |
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Film Friday
Film critic Jonathan Miller previews the new French films Patrice Chereau's Gabrielle and Francois Ozon's A Time to Leave.
Gabrielle opens at the Music Box Theatre tonight, and A Time To Leave also opens tonight at the Landmark's Century Centre Cinema. |
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The New Victory Gardens: Biograph Theater
Victory Gardens Theater is nearing completion of the $11 million restoration of the old Biograph Theater. Alison Neumer Lara reports.
Music Button: The Didjits, “Gold El Dorado,” from the CD Hornet Pinata (Touch and Go)
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Indie Label Series—25 Years of Touch and Go Records
Corey Rusk—Owner, Touch and Go Records
Steve Albini—Recording Engineer; Musician
Santiago Durango—Musician
Touch and Go Records' head Corey Rusk talks about the label's 25 years of independent rock. Steve Albini and Santiago Durango share their thoughts and feelings about Rusk as a friend and businessman.
The Touch and Go 25th Anniversary Celebration takes place this weekend at the 10th Annual Hideout Block Party. |
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Eight Forty-Eight—September 7, 2006 |
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George Ryan Sentenced
George Ryan was sentenced yesterday to six and half years in prison, but will he go? Chicago Public Radio’s Diantha Parker has been following the trial since it began, and she joins us in studio to tell us what’s ahead in the appeals process.
Music Button: The Aqua Velvets, “Time Trapped,” from the CD Guitar Noir (Milan Records)
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In the Ring with Mayor Daley
Ben Calhoun—Political Reporter, Chicago Public Radio
Laura Washington—Columnist, Chicago Sun-Times
Ben Calhoun and Laura Washington join us to assess the early political jockeying in the 2007 race for mayor of Chicago, and preview the contest to come.
Music Button: Radio Citizen, “Birds,” from the CD Berlin Serengeti (Ubiquity) |
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“Studio 312”—Tom Dreesen
Jimmy Carrane talks with comedian Tom Dreesen about his show Shining Shoes and Sinatra, which takes place at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie on September 9.
Music Button: Frank Sinatra, “When You’re Smiling,” from the CD Sinatra’s Swingin’ Session!!! And More (Capitol) |
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Overcrowded Schools
Independent producer Sandy Hausman reports on overcrowding in Chicago schools. |
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Al Gini Goes Back to School
Resident philosopher Al Gini ponders the art of teaching.
Music Button: Chuck Berry, “School Days,” from the CD The Great 28 (MCA Records) |
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Dance India
Hema Rajagopalan—Founder and Artistic Director, Natya Dance Theatre
Hema Rajagopalan tells us about the international dance conference, Dance India: Choreographing Traditions, starting tonight and running through September 10 at various locations throughout the city. |
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The Legacy of Louis Sullivan
Gunny Harboe—Preservation Architect
As the Chicago History Museum kicks off weeks of celebration in honor of the 150th birthday of Louis Sullivan, Gunny Harboe explains Sullivan’s significance within the history of Chicago architecture.
Music Button: Ocote Soul Sounds & Adrian Quesada, “Tamarindio,” from the CD ESL remixed: The 100th Release (ESL Records) |
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Three to See
Chicago Public Radio's arts editor and Hello Beautiful! host Edward Lifson shares three not-to-be-missed cultural events.
Around the Coyote Fall Arts Festival
Friday–Sunday, September 8–10
Various locations in Wicker Park
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Rhinoceros Theater Festival
Thursday, September 7 through November 12
Most performances at Prop Thtr
Chicago
Doug Fogelson: CUSH
Friday, September 8 through October 8
Kraft/Lieberman Gallery
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Eight Forty-Eight—September 6, 2006 |
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The Year Ahead for Chicago Public Schools
Alexander Russo—Editor, This Week in Education and District 299 Chicago Public Schools Blog; Education Contributor, Eight Forty-Eight
Alexander Russo discusses the major challenges and opportunities facing the Chicago Public School system as it enters the 2006-07 school year. |
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A Teacher Looks Ahead
Writer and teacher Karen Brenner reflects on what the school year holds for her. |
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What's for Lunch?
Ruth Jonen—Food Service Director, Illinois High School District 211; Former President, National School Nutrition Association
Ruth Jonen tells us what kids can expect to find on their lunch trays this year.
Music Button: James Brown, “Mashed Potato ’66,” from the CD Soul Pride: The Instrumentals (Polygram) |
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Sculptor Jeffrey Breslow
Jeffrey Breslow—Former Toy Designer; Sculptor
Jeffrey Breslow has taken his skill for design and eye for form in a new direction.
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Breslow’s collection Forms from Nature will be on view Saturday, September 9 from 6-8 pm in the Winter Garden Room at the Harold Washington Library. |
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Profile: Lisa Yun Lee
Director—Jane Addams Hull-House Museum; Co-Founder, The Public Square
Lisa Yun Lee came to Chicago 6 years ago to co-found The Public Square, a nonprofit humanities group designed to spark civic and intellectual dialogue. Now she's taking her passion for civic engagement to the Jane Addams Hull-House Museum. We talk with Lisa Yun Lee about her work and the enduring legacy of Jane Addams.
The 1st Annual Jane Addams Birthday Conversations on Peace and Justice featuring peace activist Kathy Kelly takes place on September 6 at 3 pm at the Jane Addams Hull-House Museum.
Music Button: Wilco, “Box Full of Letters,” from the CD A.M. (Reprise) |
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Letters
We share your comments and questions. |
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Ryan To Be Sentenced Today
Former Illinois Governor George Ryan will be sentenced today on federal corruption charges. Some experts say his high political profile could hurt him. Chicago Public Radio’s Diantha Parker reports.
Music Button: Gabor Szabo, “Mizrab: Prefuse 73 Remix,” from the CD Impulsive! (Impulse Records) |
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Music Interviews—The Saturday Nights
Our latest profile highlights local indie rockers The Saturday Nights.
The Saturday Nights perform at Club Lucky on Sunday at 4:30 pm as part of the Around the Coyote Arts Festival. |
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Eight Forty-Eight—September 5, 2006 |
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CPS Kicks off New School Year
Rufus Williams—President, Chicago Board of Education
On the first day of school for Chicago Public Schools, recently elected Rufus Williams tells us his priorities for the coming year. |
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First Day for the New Sherman
We continue our series about Sherman Elementary School in Chicago's Englewood neighborhood. The school is undergoing a transformation for this school year and Chicago Public Radio's public affairs unit will track the progress. Follow the series. |
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First Day of School
John O'Connor—English Teacher, New Trier High School
John O'Connor reflects on what teachers face on the first day of school. O’Connor is the author of Wordplaygrounds: Reading, Writing and Performing Poetry in the English Classroom (National Council of Teachers of English, 2004). |
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Business Update
Business contributor David Greising joins us to talk about the latest business happenings in the Chicago area. |
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Chicago First Families of the Past
Peter Alter—Curator, Chicago History Museum
We visit the Chicago History Museum, formeraly known as the Chicago Historical Society, and talk with curator Peter Alter about the influence of the first families of Chicago's past.
Music Button: Yves Francois, “Melancholy Baby,” from the CD Blues For Hawk (Delmark) |
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Campaign Notebook: Election Season Preview
Chicago Public Radio political reporter Ben Calhoun previews the fall campaign season.
Music Button: Quantic, “Meet Me at the Pomegranate Tree,” from the CD An Announcement to Answer (Ubiquity) |
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Senior Idol
Rudy Bilotta, Sigmund Erber and Mary Finnegan— Contestants, Senior Idol
Contestants in this year’s Senior Idol competition preview the event, part of the 11th Annual Senior Lifestyle Expo taking place at the Drury Lane Theatre and Conference Center in Oak Brook. The expo begins tonight with a free caregiver seminar and runs until September 7. |
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Eight Forty-Eight—September 4, 2006
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Eight Forty-Eight—September 1, 2006 |
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Global Chicago
Marshall Bouton—President, Chicago Council on Global Affairs
What’s linking Chicago to the global community? Marshall Bouton discusses new changes ahead for the organization, which today officially changes its name from the Chicago Council on Foreign Relations to the Chicago Council on Global Affairs. |
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Leading the Islamic Society of North America
Ingrid Mattson—President of the Islamic Society of North America
Newly elected President Ingrid Mattson talks with us about her expected plans for the leadership of the Islamic Society of North America. The annual conference of the Islamic Society of North America begins Friday in Rosemont. |
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Getting on the Ballot
The race for Illinois Governor's gotten a little broader, at least officially. But the latest entry on the ballot got help from surprising quarters. Chicago Public Radio's Shawn Allee reports. |
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DJ Series—DJ Mother Hubbard
DJ Mother Hubbard steps in studio to close out our summer DJ Series.
Check out the DJ Series page to catch Mother Hubbard's performance schedule. |
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Dueling Critics—Roustabout: The Great Circus Train Wreck
Dueling theater critics Jonathan Abarbanel and Kelly Kleiman wrestle over Roustabout: The Great Circus Train Wreck playing at The Neo-Futurarium through September 30. |
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Immigrant Rally
Thousands of people are expected in a planned march from Chicago's southside Chinatown neighborhood to west suburban Batavia, the center of U.S. House Speaker Dennis Hastert's district, to highlight their concerns about immigration reform. Chicago Public Radio’s Mike Puente reports. |
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Movin’ In, Building a Town
Donna Sack—Director of Visitor Services, Naper Settlement Museum
Amy Lowe—Chicago songwriter and musician
What’s Naperville got to sing about? Amy Lowe and Donna Sack talk about the new album, Movin’ In, Building a Town, which pays tribute to Naperville’s history. |
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