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10/8/13 10:00pm |
The Kathleen Dunn Show
Inequality For All - President Obama has called economic inequality the 'defining issue of our time.' This hour, Kathleen Dunn speaks with Robert Reich, Professor of Public Policy at UC Berkeley and former U.S. labor secretary in the Clinton administration about his new documentary, “Inequality for All.”
Guest(s): Robert Reich |
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10/8/13 9:00pm |
The Joy Cardin Show
On Your Money: Griping About Financial Institutions, Checking At-Work Retirement Plans, Finding A New Bank - A recent survey shows some familiar financial institutions are upsetting many of their customers. In this week's On Your Money, financial planner Kevin McKinley discusses which establishments top the list and why. Plus, he explains why now is a good time for people to look over their at-work retirement plans, and has advice on finding a new credit union or bank.
Guest(s): Kevin McKinley |
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10/8/13 8:00pm |
As It Happens
As It Happens -- 10/08/2013 - Hear news and interviews from around the world on As It Happens.
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10/8/13 7:00pm |
Q With Jian Ghomeshi
10/08/2013 - Peter Buffett -- philanthropist son of multi-billionaire investor Warren Buffett -- has some surprising views on the charitable rich, and the way that random acts of philanthropy actually sustain global inequality. Rock legend Robbie Robertson -- guitarist and co-founder for The Band, as well as a solo singer-songwriter -- has collaborated with artist manager Jim Guerinot and his son to produce a book and CD set for young people that tells the stories of major figures in music...from Ray Charles to Bob Dylan. Michelle Mac |
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10/8/13 6:00pm |
To the Best of Our Knowledge
Giving It Away - “Gifts make slaves, like whips make dogs” is a saying from Greenland’s Inuit culture.
How do you feel when someone gives you a gift? Grateful? Uncomfortable? Indebted?
Our guests weigh in on how major philanthropy could change the world, and the donors themselves. And one woman's effort to learn to refuse help when she doesn't want it, and ask for it when she does.
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10/8/13 5:00pm |
Central Time
Addressing Food Waste, Abestos Fibers, Consulting Jobs In Wisconsin - Currently in the U.S. about 40 percent of all food grown ends up in the landfill. Veronica Rueckert and Rob Ferrett explore the problem of food waste in America - and how to address it. Then, we'll find out what the discovery of asbestos fibers means for a proposed mine in Northern Wisconsin, and why consulting jobs are on the rise in Wisconsin.
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10/8/13 4:00pm |
Central Time
Remembering A Jazz Legend, Economy Of The Debt Ceiling - Rob Ferrett and Veronica Rueckert pay tribute to jazz musician Mary Lou Williams. Then, we talk to an expert from Marketplace Money about what could happen if Congress doesn't raise the debt ceiling.
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10/8/13 3:00pm |
Central Time
Asbestos At Mining Site, Growth In Consulting Jobs In Wisconsin, Concussions And The NFL - Rob Ferrett and Veronica Rueckert discuss the finding of asbestos fibers at a proposed mining site in Northern Wisconsin, and what's behind the increase in consulting jobs in Wisconsin. Then, we'll preview tonight's FRONTLINE documentary on brain injury in major league football.
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10/8/13 2:30pm |
The Kathleen Dunn Show
The Boy On The Wooden Box - The Boy On The Wooden Box is the only memoir published by a former Schindler's List child, who died this earlier this year. Join Kathleen and her guests, the children of the author as they discuss their father's journey through the unthinkable.
Guest(s): Stacy Wilfong , Daniel Leyson |
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10/8/13 12:30pm |
Chapter a Day
An Echo Through the Snow 10/8 - Norman Gilliland reads from "An Echo Through the Snow" by Andrea Thalasinos. Rosalie MacKenzie finds and rescues Smokey, a Siberian husky suffering from neglect. Her simple act of kindness changes both their lives.
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10/8/13 11:00am |
The Larry Meiller Show
Keeping Our Pets Happy And Healthy:Pet Obesity Awareness Day - Larry Meiller finds out how to keep our pets happy and healthy. Topics will include National Pet Obesity Awareness Day, choosing the right food for your pet at each stage of life, and how Obessive-Compulsive Disorder affects pets. Plus, choosing the right dog for your family to avoid heartbreak.
Guest(s): Dr Sandra Sawchuk |
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10/8/13 10:00am |
On Point
The History Of Noodles - Noodle-mania. On Point tracks the birth story of a staple from China to Italy. Its savory history.
Guest(s): Jen Lin-Liu |
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10/8/13 9:00am |
On Point
A Global Summit In Asia - The president of the United States is missing from a big summit of Asia-Pacific nations this week. China is happy to step in. On Point looks at how the U.S. is doing in its pivot to Asia.
Guest(s): Indira Lakshmanan , Susan Shirk |
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10/8/13 8:00am |
The Joy Cardin Show
On Your Money: Griping About Financial Institutions, Checking At-Work Retirement Plans, Finding A New Bank - A recent survey shows some familiar financial institutions are upsetting many of their customers. In this week's On Your Money, financial planner Kevin McKinley discusses which establishments top the list and why. Plus, he explains why now is a good time for people to look over their at-work retirement plans, and has advice on finding a new credit union or bank.
Guest(s): Kevin McKinley |
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10/8/13 7:00am |
The Joy Cardin Show
The Supreme Court Under John Roberts - The United States Supreme Court began hearing arguments in a new batch of cases this week, including a campaign finance case that’s being called “the next Citizens United,” and another that could decide the President’s right to make appointments when Congress is in recess. Joy Cardin talks to the author of a new book about how this group of justices has tended to behave, and what could be coming in the future.
Guest(s): Mark Tushnet |
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10/8/13 6:00am |
The Joy Cardin Show
Latest On Government Shutdown, Race For Wisconsin Governor - The conditions are favorable for a grand bargain to end the federal government shutdown and avoid default on the nation's debt, according to Joy Cardin's guest political scientist. He discusses why he says President Barack Obama is not going to give in on the Affordable Care Act and that Republicans would be best off taking what they can get and moving forward. Then, he weighs in on Democrat Mary Burke's announcement that she will challenge Governor Scott Walker in 2014, as well as J.B. Van Hollen's decision to not seek another term as Wisconsin's attorney general.
Guest(s): Charley Jacobs |
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10/7/13 11:00pm |
Chapter a Day
An Echo Through the Snow 10/7 - Norman Gilliland reads from "An Echo Through the Snow" by Andrea Thalasinos. Rosalie MacKenzie finds and rescues Smokey, a Siberian husky suffering from neglect. Her simple act of kindness changes both their lives.
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10/7/13 10:00pm |
The Kathleen Dunn Show
Can Losing Actually Be Good For You? - This hour Kathleen speaks with a guest who believes when children make mistakes, our job should not be to spin those losses into decorated victories. Instead, our job is to help kids overcome setbacks, so that they see progress over time is more important than winning.
Guest(s): Ashley Merryman |
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10/7/13 9:00pm |
The Joy Cardin Show
Mondays With Mike: October 2013 Edition - Wisconsin Public Radio's Director Mike Crane joins us to take listener comments, suggestions, and feedback about WPR's programming and operations. Also, find out what WPR events might be coming to your community this month!
Guest(s): Mike Crane |
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10/7/13 8:00pm |
As It Happens
As It Happens -- 10/07/2013 - Hear news and interviews from around the world on As It Happens.
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