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IDEAS NETWORK PROGRAMS - MONDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2012 |
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6:00 AM
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John Munson in for Joy Cardin

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From "you didn't build that" to "binders full of women," John Munson and his guest look at the greatest hits and misses in political communication from this year's election.
Then, in the Monday Morning Wake-Up Call, John Munson's guest says now is the time to ensure you are fully prepared for winter at its very worst, and why he's also urging everyone to have a winter emergency kit in their car.
Guests:
- Trevor Parry-Giles, Professor of Communication at the University of Maryland; his books include "The Prime-Time Presidency: The West Wing and U.S. Nationalism"
- Tod Pritchard, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator for Wisconsin Emergency Management. http://readywisconsin.wi.gov/

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7:00 AM
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John Munson in for Joy Cardin

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Republican State Representative Robin Vos has been chosen to be the next Assembly Speaker while Democrat Chris Larson will assume the role of Senate Minority Leader. In this week's State Capitol Report, John Munson's guest looks at how these two will shape the state legislature in the next session. Plus, an update on the future of health care insurance exchanges in Wisconsin.
Guests:
- Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter.
- Gilman Halsted, Wisconsin Public Radio reporter in Madison.

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7:30 AM
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John Munson in for Joy Cardin

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Now that Governor Walker has officially decided not to build a state-wide insurance exchange, what will happen in Wisconsin? John Munson talks to a political science professor about what the health care exchanges will look like and what this decision means politically for Governor Walker.
Guest:
Ed Miller, professor of political science at University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point

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8:00 AM
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John Munson in for Joy Cardin

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Preparing Thanksgiving dinner can certainly seem like an overwhelming proposition, but John Munson's guest shares some advice - from cooking the bird, to scoring presentation points and more - so you can pull it off and have a great time.
Guest: Sam Sifton, former restaurant critic, New York Times and food columnist, Sunday Times Magazine; author, "Thanksgiving: How to Cook it Well."

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9:00 AM
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Kathleen Dunn

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On this edition of All Things Political Kathleen Dunn and her guest discuss the foreign policy of Obama's second term, the Benghazi hearings, and the selection of new Secretaries of State and Defense.
Guest: Stephen Dyson, Associate Professor of Political Science, University of Connecticut.

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10:00 AM
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Kathleen Dunn

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Earlier this month, the Supreme Court agreed to hear a challenge to a key provision of the Voting Rights Act. This hour, Kathleen Dunn and her guest look at the legal questions in the case and how the Voting Rights Act might be updated.
GUEST:
Nathaniel Persily - Professor of Law and Political Science at Columbia University

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11:00 AM
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Larry Meiller

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Wintery weather can make for treacherous walking conditions. Larry Meiller finds out how to avoid falls, or recover from them if they happen.
Guests:
- Bill Boissonnault ("BOYZ-an-alt"), associate professor, UW School of Medicine and Public Health. Senior physical therapist, Spine Center Physical Therapy Clinic, UW Hospital and Clinics
- Lori Thein ("tine") Brody, physical therapist and athletic trainer, UW Sports Medicine and Spine Center. Graduate program director, Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions, Provo, UT

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12:30 PM
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Chapter A Day

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Susan Sweeney reads from Ann Patchett's Novel "State of Wonder." A doctor travels to the Amazon and finds extraordinary things, opening opportunities for the future and reviving travails from the past.

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1:00 PM
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Talk of the Nation

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Tune in for intelligent conversation on the day's news with Talk of the Nation.

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2:00 PM
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Talk of the Nation

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When parents fall ill, are deployed, or overwhelmed, kids are sometimes left to
fend for themselves. If there are no friends or family members to help out,
older kids must not only deal with the loss of their parents, but also step
into their shoes. Siblings raising siblings.

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3:00 PM
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At Issue with Ben Merens

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Last week, a Reuters poll showing uncertainty about the "fiscal cliff" of scheduled tax increases and spending cuts prompted analysts to cut early 2013 economic growth expectations. Join Ben Merens and his guest for At Issue ECON 101 - to ask your questions about our economy.
Guest: Kevin Quinn is Associate Academic Dean and professor of Economics at St. Norbert College.

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4:00 PM
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At Issue with Ben Merens

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Violence in Gaza continued for a sixth day today, with the death toll rising to above 100. Ben Merens talks with two guests about the ongoing violence between between Israel and Hamas, and the possibility of a cease-fire.
Guests:
- Ghada Talhami (tall-HOMM-ee), emeritus professor of politics at Lake Forest College. She is the past editor of "Arab Studies Quarterly" and has written numerous articles on the Palestinian issue and Arab nationalism.
- Maya Karmely (car-MELL-ee), Consul for Public Affairs at the Consulate General of Israel to the Midwest in Chicago

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5:00 PM
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Q

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Brent Bambury guest hosts Q! Should Facebook do more to ensure the safety of young users? A Q debate with activist Sandy Garrosino of the Red Hood Project and Parry Aftab, a member of Facebook's Safety Advisory Board. Plus, Susannah Cahalan on her new memoir, Brain on Fire, and competitive runner Christian Hesch reflects on his own doping drug use.

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6:00 PM
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On Point

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Israel and Hamas this time, and what's changed with Egypt reshaped and Syria at
war.

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7:00 PM
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On Point

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The one and only Willie Nelson joins On Point, for a little music and tales of
Willie Nelson on the road.

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8:00 PM
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As It Happens

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Hear news and interviews from around the world on As It Happens.

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9:00 PM
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John Munson in for Joy Cardin

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Preparing Thanksgiving dinner can certainly seem like an overwhelming proposition, but John Munson's guest shares some advice - from cooking the bird, to scoring presentation points and more - so you can pull it off and have a great time.
Guest: Sam Sifton, former restaurant critic, New York Times and food columnist, Sunday Times Magazine; author, "Thanksgiving: How to Cook it Well."

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10:00 PM
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Kathleen Dunn

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Earlier this month, the Supreme Court agreed to hear a challenge to a key provision of the Voting Rights Act. This hour, Kathleen Dunn and her guest look at the legal questions in the case and how the Voting Rights Act might be updated.
GUEST:
Nathaniel Persily - Professor of Law and Political Science at Columbia University

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11:00 PM
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Chapter A Day

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Susan Sweeney reads from Ann Patchett's Novel "State of Wonder." A doctor travels to the Amazon and finds extraordinary things, opening opportunities for the future and reviving travails from the past.

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11:30 PM
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BBC World Service

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Hear World news and features overnight seven days a week from the British Broadcasting Corporation.

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IDEAS NETWORK PROGRAMS - MONDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2012 |
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