Viewpoints
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The Anatomy of a Crime Novel
We talk to Patricia Cornwell about how she gathers her ...
We talk to Patricia Cornwell about how she gathers her facts and actually experiences some of the dangerous situations that she puts her heroine through in her books.
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The Life and Music of Jazz Legend Sheila Jordan
We talk to jazz legend Sheila Jordan and her biographer ...
We talk to jazz legend Sheila Jordan and her biographer about Jordan’s career, the racism that jazz musicians experienced, and the need to preserve this music for future generations.
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Philanthropy
We talk to a philanthropy specialist about how to give ...
We talk to a philanthropy specialist about how to give wisely and make sure your money is used in the way you intend.
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Human Trafficking
We talk to two specialists in human trafficking about the ...
We talk to two specialists in human trafficking about the issue and what’s being done to help the survivors of this horrible crime and their families.
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Over-involved Parents and Kid's Creativity
We talk to a self-proclaimed “odd child” and imaginative artist ...
We talk to a self-proclaimed “odd child” and imaginative artist and also to a psychotherapist about the pitfalls of over-involved parenting and the benefits of letting kids be on their own to use their imaginations.
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Comedy and Comedians
We talk to a veteran comedy writer about the process ...
We talk to a veteran comedy writer about the process of writing funny stuff and the successes and failures that make a comedian a star.
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Paternity and Family Leave
We talk to an author and dad about why it’s ...
We talk to an author and dad about why it’s important for employees to receive paid family leave to take care of new babies, sick relatives and elderly parents. He also explains why paid leave is good for business and the economy.
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Domestic Violence
We talk with two psychologists about what kind of person ...
We talk with two psychologists about what kind of person perpetrates partner and domestic violence, what victims can do to remove themselves from the abuse, and how being a witness to or a victim of abuse affects the family dynamic.
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The Great Fire in Turkey and the Unsung Hero Who Saved Thousands
After World War I there was a great conflict in ...
After World War I there was a great conflict in Turkey and many Christians and others were killed. We’ll hear how the efforts of one brave relief worker and a Navy commander finally brought the victims to safety.
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Invasive Species
Many ecologists, farmers and members of the public are worried ...
Many ecologists, farmers and members of the public are worried that non-native plants and animals are invading the U.S. and preventing native species from thriving.