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The Writ Writer...

This is a radio dramatization of an award winning movie script by Michael Murphy. His screenplay begins in 1919 rural Arkansas and tells the true story of a local black attorney who saves 12 black sharecroppers from death row. His six year struggle changes US law and the lives of those around him, including his own. Part One / Part Two

An Evening With...

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  • September 1, 2010: Assessing Afghanistan: Now that the focus of American troops is solely upon Afghanistan, it seems that would naturally translate to improved conditions for the locals. The opposite has occurred. Civilian assassinations and public executions of anyone perceived to be connected with Afghan's government or international forces, have alarmingly increased. Political professor Tricia DeGennaro examines how this is affecting Afghani women.
  • August 25, 2010: The Shallows: Best-selling author and journalist Nicholas Carr's recent book, What the Internet is Doing to Our Brains, has opening up a dialog that has long been stirring. Carr moves the argument forward by looking at the similarities between historical events: The printing press is an example of how our mind and body responds to change.
  • August 18, 2010: The Value of Nothing: Economics professor and author Raj Patel demonstrates our need to rethink our economic model. Our commerce, he says, isn't capable of measuring the wider costs of our activities. A case in point is the British Petroleum Gulf oil spill. At this time, the wider Gulf ecology is not factors into damage estimates.
  • August 11, 2010: Cheap Journalism: Today's news cycle moves so fast even major networks can't keep. At times, the result is shoddy journalism that can lead to knee jerk reactions followed by embarrassing apologies. Professor Robert Jensen, journalist, activist, and academic, offers insight into the plight of our society and the influence of our mass media.
  • August 4, 2010: Cut Tax Expenditures: The economy is sluggish because banks and corporations are holding money rather than putting it in circulation. When consumers are not buying, corporations tend to sit on their wealth. Tax law specialist Martin Lobel recommends cutting taxes for the middle class. This, he says, will help create demand for corporate products, which would stimulate the economy, create jobs, and expand production.
  • July 28, 2010: Collective Guilt: Investigative journalist Justine Sharrock begins her search for answers by going directly to the source. She talks with soldiers who tortured. They were following orders. In her book Tortured: When Good Soldiers Do Bad Things, Sharrock reveals that it's not just the prison interrogators who suffer the memories, it's also a country with a torn moral fiber.
  • July 21, 2010: ProPublica: Independent investigative journalism has fallen on hard times lately with the down sizing, or closure of newspapers. But, ProPublica, an independent, non-profit newsroom that produces journalism in the public interest, focuses exclusively on truly important stories, stories with "moral force." Communications Director Mike Webb joins the show to discuss this importance of investigative journalism to democracy.
  • July 14, 2010: Food for Thought: Nearly 20-years ago Goldman Sachs began eyeing the dining table. What they saw was investment opportunity. In 1991, Goldman's analysts began transforming food into a concept, and in doing so, they have created the next bubble. Harper's Magazine contributing editor, Frederick Kaufman, looks at the toxic results: the Food Bubble has popped.
  • July 7, 2010: War No More: Historian Cynthia Wachtell compares past antiwar activities to find common ground with today activists. In her research, Wachtell has discovered that even the "patriotic" Revoluntionary and Civil Wars the pacifist strain as a key element of American character. Her book is War No More: The Antiwar Impulse in American Literature.
  • June 30, 2010: The Fate of Nature: Award winning journalist and author Charles Wohlforth implores us to find our connection with nature before it's too late. His new book, The Fate of Nature: Rediscovering Our Ability to Rescue the Earth, finds the hidden altruism in people by exploring our economics, science, politics and spirituality.
  • June 23, 2010: The Alzheimer's Solution: As the Baby Boomer generation moves into the ranks of the elderly, the number of Alzheimer cases is expected to increase at a staggering rate. In their book, The Alzheimer's Solution, Dr. Kenneth Kosik and research journalist Ellen Clegg provide a visionary path to assistance: creation of community centers devoted to Alzheimer's.
  • June 16, 2010: Reality Shift: Economist Juliet Schor argures in the new book, Plenitude, business as usual is no longer the answer. Our future is a new ecological and economic reality. From Schor's insightful perspective, we must rethink our consumer world, and how we live a balanced life.
  • June 9, 2010: In the Words of Jesus: The gospel stories have shaped the beliefs of almost two-and-a-half billion people. The gospel writers, though, were storytellers, not reporters. In his latest work, professor Michael White demonstrates that each of the gospel writers had a specific audience in mind. In effect, Scripting Jesus, to get the desired audience reaction.
  • June 2, 2010: A Terrible Mistake: Following years of speculation and conjecture, documents recently made public verify that the CIA did carry out extensive tests with hallucinogenic drugs. And, they used people as their guinea pigs. Sometimes they even subjected their own scientists to the experiments. With his book, A Terrible Mistake: The Murder of Frank Olson and the CIA's Secret Cold War Experiments, H.P. Albarelli's investigative journalism has direct significance to events of today.
  • May 26, 2010: Unhinged: This is the story of one psychiatrist who shatters the myth of his profession. In his work, Unhinged: The Trouble with Psychiatry, Dr. Daniel Carlat details how he and his colleagues think about their patients, how they decide which treatments to prescribe, and how much influence the pharmaceutical health care companies have over those decisions.
  • May 19, 2010: Fraud: Economics professor William K. Black testified before the House Financial Services Committee last month. At that time, he clearly outlined the criminal actions of Lehman Brothers, and negligent behavior by the Federal Government that lead to the downfall the financial giant. Black was a senior financial regulator in the 1980s leading the investigation into the Savings and Loan debacle.
  • May 12, 2010: Removing Wall Street's Potholes: Financial reform is the buzzword along the beltway. Democrats are claiming proper control of Wall Street prevents another crash. Their Republican counterparts do not believe the proposed measures will prevent the need for another taxpayer bailout if the economy goes sour.
  • May 5, 2010: The Vanishing Liberal: The history of populist and progressive movements in American politics is a specific area of interest for journalist Kevin Baker. In his recent article in Harper's Magazine, "The Vanishing Liberal: How the Left Learned to be Helpless," Mr. Baker provides the benchmarks leading to the demise of liberal politics.
  • April 28, 2010: Chicken Soup: In the debates leading up to health care reform, one major ingredient was often overlooked: Nursing. While officials agree we'll need about 700,000 additional nurses in 10-years, nearly 1/3 of the current work force is considering leaving the profession. Journalist Suzanne Gordon joins to program to discuss her research for When Chicken Soup Isn't Enough
  • April 21, 2010: A talk with Lloyd Constantine, author of "Journal of the Plague Year: An Insider's Chronicle of Eliot Spitzer's Short and Tragic Reign". Mr. Constantine is a former senior advisor to Governor Spitzer.
  • April 14, 2010: Home Ownership: Local real estate agent, Randy Steiger, looks at the variety of factors that have influenced the market.
  • April 7, 2010: Immigration Reform: Every year, the federal government spends billions of taxpayer dollars on border walls, technology, and detention systems. All of this just to keep people out of the country. Yet, one in four Californian's are immigrants. Policy and Advocacy Director for immigration rights, Zelica Rodriquez, feels reform is long overdue.
  • March 31, 2010: California Forward: In order to meet the challenges of the coming decades several major California foundations came together. They ask four civic organizations to recommend a plan to achieve effective change in areas of healthcare, education, the environment and economic growth. Member of the Leadership Council and former California Secretary of State, Bruce McPherson, outlines the mission of California Forward.
  • March 24, 2010: So Sexy So Soon: Professor of Education Diane Levin speaks out on the impact of violence, media and other societal issues on children, families and schools. Her book, So Sexy So Soon: The New Sexualized Childhood and How Parents Can Protect Their Kids, co-authored with Jean Kilbourne, provides parents with a road map through a maze of unwanted media control.
  • March 10, 2010: Re-Framing the Conflict: Anthropology professor, Jeff Halper, debunks Israeli mythology and clarifies its ultimate goals, in his recently updated book, Obstacles to Peace. Considered a leading Israeli peace activist, he is an opponent of Israeli occupation of Palestinian territory, and is currently the president of the Israeli Committee Against House Demolition's. Halper is a guest speaker at Cal Poly next week.
  • March 3, 2010: CARD - and the Credit Card Act of 2009: The rules of credit card transactions have changed. As of last week, consumers are protected against unreasonable penalties, inconsistent interest rates, and confusing billing statements. But the rules are not perfect according to Demos Vice President of Policy and Programs, Tamara Draut, and the Director of Demos' Washington office.
  • February 24, 2010: Economist Moshe Adler discusses his book, Economics for the Rest of Us: Debunking the Science that makes life Dismal
  • February 17, 2010: Small Change: Former Ford Foundation director Michael Edwards understands the world of philanthropy. A world littered with good intentions. In his recent study, however, Edwards sheds light on what he says is a troubling trend: A new movement that applies the magic of the business model to the challenges of social change.
  • February 10, 2010: The Supreme Court removed the limits on corporate spending in political campaigns, which opened the floodgates of controversy. Some praise the court for restoring the First Amendment rights for corporations, while others are asking for legislation to reinstate the ban on direct campaign spending by corporations. Election protection specialist for Common Cause, Derek Cressman, examines the options before Congress and voters.
  • February 3, 2010: Global Consciousness: Foundation on Economic Trends president Jeremy Rifkin believes that we must move beyond market incentives in order to solve our most pressing problems. In short, he says, we need to rethink human nature, change human consciousness itself. His newest book is: The Empathic Civilization
  • January 20, 2010: Pushout: Unwelcome school environments, under funded schools, zero tolerance -- these are a few of the reasons youth are removed, or pushed out, of regular school settings. In order to frame the debate around educational needs, the Dignity in Schools Campaign is establishing an advocacy program from a human rights perspective.
  • January 13, 2010: Popping Bubbles: If you're looking for who to blame for our economic collapse, you can start with rating agencies, SEC regulators, the Federal Reserve, bank risk managers, the Clinton administration, and Congress. According to London Bureau Chief Mark Gilbert for Bloomberg News the credit crunch is the result of a silent conspiracy of the well rewarded.
  • January 6, 2010: The Bottom Line: Professor Tom Juravich takes us behind the wall of economic statistics, and into the personal lives of those who are struggling to make ends meet. The contemporary American workplace, he argues, is changing. New working conditions often resemble what was traditionally associated with marginal and low wage employers. Juravich's new book is, At the Alter of the Bottom Line.

Audiolog - The Travel Show

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Bookwaves

  • August 10, 2010: Author Vicki Leon joins hosts Kristine Tardiff and Pam DeTilla on this live call-in show to discuss her book series, and most recent publication, How to Mellify a Corpse.
  • July 13, 2010: Local author Gordon Snider discusses his novel, The Hypnotist
  • June 8, 2010: Author Baxter Clare discusses her latest novel, Cry Havoc.
  • May 11, 2010: Co-author of Global TV, Denise D. Bielby joins the program to discuss her research into the machinery of the television marketplace, its origins and history, its inner workings, and its product management. Bielby is a sociology professor at UCSB.
  • April 13, 2010: The featured book for this month is Hard Time At Tehachapi. Author Kathleen Cairns is in studio for the show. The book is a brief history of the controversial and experimental women's prison.
  • February 9, 2010: February's book-of-the-month is from nonfiction writer Bobbe Tyler. In her recent work, Searching for Soul, Tyler has provided us with an insightful self-appraisal. It's a powerful model for those who seek to know themselves better.
  • January 12, 2010: On the next book-of-the-month program, the best seller Freakonomics falls under the microscope. Co-authors Steven Levitt and Stephen Dubner use analytical tools from economics to address a range of questions that seem to be far removed from scientific discipline. Our panelists and guests discuss the popularity of the book, and it's recently released sequel.

Ears on Art

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  • August 11, 2010: Today hosts Crissa Hewitt and Steven DeLuque continue their conversations with photographers at the B-W Gallery in Atascadero. Today's guests include Nixson Borah, Alison Watt Jackson and gallery owner A.J. Vincolisi. Nixson and Alison have degrees in art with broad backgrounds in drawing and painting. Although photography is now the primary medium hear how the other disciplines influence their use of the camera. Both enjoy the combining of images, a process made much more accessible with the aid of the computer. Jim discusses his love of black and white photography and tells us about the gallery.
  • August 4, 2010: Host Crissa Hewitt and Steven DeLuque travel to the B-W Gallery in Atascadero for visits with several photographers. This week's guests are Jack Baber and Don Krehbiel. Both have long histories of seeing the world through their viewfinders. From film to digital, from darkrooms to the computers they have a full perspective of the technical changes in the field. What is the impact of these changes on their work? For these two artists, with decades of experience, some of their responses may surprise you.
  • July 14, 2010: This week host Crissa Hewitt returns to Pietrasanta Italy for a conversation with crate builder Piero Spadaccini (spa-da CHEE-nee) This is the man who builds the crates that are used for shipping marble, sculpture and machines around the world. This might sound quite routine until you watch him work. Along with hearing his words, Crissa shares her observations of this fascinating process.
  • July 7, 2010: This week host Crissa Hewitt shares another interview with one of the Italian marble from workers Pietrasanta with whom she worked during two different summer workshops. Eolo Galeotti. Eolo has been carving marble since he was a teenager and he is now in his late sixties.
  • June 9, 2010: Today Steven deLuque continues his report about the Barnes Foundation art collection housed outside Philadelphia. This amazing collection of Impressionist and post Impressionist paintings as well as African art and applied art objects is currently housed in what was Dr. Barnes home where he displayed it in a most intriguing manner.
  • June 2, 2010: Host Steven deLuque reports on his jaw-dropping visit to the Barnes Foundation art collection of Impressionist and post Impressionist paintings. They're housed in outside of Philadelphia. The focus today will be about the art and the Foundation's vision and purpose as heard in the recorded words of Dr. Barnes.
  • May 12, 2010: One of the highlights of last year's Paso Robles Festival of the Arts was an area devoted to hands-on activities for children. Julie Mathews from the Paso Robles Chamber of Commerce and her daughter Lynda tell about the inspiration that took place at last year's festival, as well as the changes and planned for this year.
  • May 5, 2010: This show returns to Paso Robles for an update on the status of last year's Festival of the Art. At that time, they were matching funds for a river front project. Meg Williamson from the city and Anne Laddon from Studios on The Park update the plans for this year's festival.
  • April 14, 2010: A Visit to Hearst Castle part 2: This program moves outside for an animated conversation with one of San Simeon's art historians Victoria Kastner. She has been with the Museum for three decades and has just finished her second book about the mountain top and beyond. Entitled Hearst's San Simeon The Gardens and the Land, this history provides in depth information about this place she values so highly.
  • April 7, 2010: This program celebrates its eleventh anniversary with a trip to Hearst Castle for two inside stories. Castle Museum Director, Hoyt Fields begins the tour with a visit to Painting Conservator, Gary Hulbert. He is restoring one of the ceilings a project that will likely take close to a decade.
  • March 10, 2010: Today's guests are Roberta Foster and Kay Thorne of the Central Coast Weavers Guild. The Guild is presenting an exhibit at the SLO County Library on the history of spinning and weaving that will be on display during March. Books, photographs, and tools will give a glimpse into this rich story.
  • March 3, 2010: Hosts Crissa Hewitt and Steven DeLuque return to Studios On The Park in Paso Robles to visit with Heidi Franscioni to talk about her work in the medium of encaustic. This is an ancient process using beeswax and pigments. Heidi fills us in on the basics as well as how she uses the medium with her photography. To see her work or learn about her workshops visit her WEB site at HeidiFranscioni.com
  • February 10, 2010: Hosts Crissa Hewitt and Stephen DeLuque continue their conversation with ceramic artist Donald Frith. During his years of teaching at the University of Illinois, he was very active in the national organization for the promotion of education in ceramic arts as well as the American Craft Society.
  • February 3, 2010: This week, hosts Crissa Hewitt and Stephen DeLuque visit with nationally known ceramic artist Donald Frith at his studio in Santa Maria.
  • January 13, 2010: This is part two on the 70-year retrospective of the paintings of Wayne Thiebaud at the Pasadena Museum of California Art. Thiebaud lives in Davis, where he has painted and been a professor at UC Davis for decades. His work is internationally known and is in many museum collections throughout the country.
  • January 6, 2010: Crissa Hewitt and Steven DeLuque travel to the Pasadena Museum of California Art for a 70 year retrospective of the paintings of Wayne Thiebaud. His work is internationally known and is in many museum collections throughout the country.

Issues & Ideas

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  • August 30, 2010: Trust in America - Part 3: Trust in Media: Media critic Norman Soloman and San Luis Obispo Tribune columnist Bill Morem join co-hosts Charles Feltman and Guy Rathbun for the final show of this 3-part series.
  • August 25, 2010: How the 911-Truth billboard appeared.
  • August 25, 2010: Tom Wilmer's new book, The Wine Seeker's Guide to Livermore Valley.
  • August 25, 2010: The Women's Community Center BETTER program.
  • August 23, 2010: Trust in America - Part 2: Trust in Business.: Every transaction we make, whether it's at the bank or over the lunch counter, we do so with an understanding that the exchange is fair and honest. Without trust businesses cannot function. Join co-hosts Guy Rathbun and noted expert on trust, Charles Feltman, author of The Little Book of Trust for this live call-in program.
  • August 18, 2010: Taste of the Central Coast to benefit the Family Care Network.
  • August 18, 2010: Rendezvous at the Ranch, a fundraiser for the children's advocacy group CASA.
  • August 18, 2010: The 32nd annual Central Coast Writer's Conference held at Cuesta College in October.
  • August 16, 2010: Trust in America - Part 1: Trust in Government and Politics. Host Guy Rathbun is joined by noted expert on trust, Charles Feltman, and special guest Jason Spencer, Executive Director of the Politics of Trust Network, as well as San Luis Obispo City Council member Allen Settle for the first segment of a 3-part series on the meaning of Trust in America today.
  • August 11, 2010: Program Coordinator Stacey Hunt outlines plans for the first Central Coast Bioneers Conference at Cal Poly.
  • August 11, 2010: Assisting others in developing a state of consciousness is author Bobbe Tyler's goal for her new workshop
  • July 28, 2010: Turning Pages on Hanoi Jane: War, Sex, and Fantasies of Betrayal by author Jerry Lembcke
  • July 28, 2010: Organizers of the Pacific Coast Dance festival, Jumpbrush, highlight activities of the 3-day event held at the San Luis Obsipo Performing Art Center
  • July 28, 2010: Angie King and Silver Helms update us on the annual Day with Creative Women
  • July 21, 2010: Gale McNeely, Over the Rainbow
  • July 21, 2010: Author Vicky Leon give us a sneak preview of her latest book, How to Mellify a Corpse.
  • July 14, 2010: Bill Moylen talks with members of People Helping People
  • July 14, 2010: Teacher, conservationist, and cyclist Mark DiMaggio joins the show to talk about taking action against the slaughter of sharks. This summer he's riding his road bike from Missoula, Montana to Pueblo, Colorado. His foundation, Spinning to End Finning is a cycling fundraiser to raise awareness, and money, to end shark finning.
  • July 14, 2010: A talk with author Lawrence Meyer about his book, The Final Edition
  • July 14, 2010: Larry Strauss is the author of Now's The Time
  • June 30, 2010: An interview with Nathaniel Philbrick, author of The Last Stand
  • June 30, 2010: Mike Lara updates us on the San Luis Obispo Blues baseball team.
  • June 23, 2010: A discussion with Author Andres Edwards on his new book, Thriving Beyond Sustainability: Pathways to a Resilient Society
  • June 23, 2010: Information on the Atascadero Wine Festival
  • June 23, 2010: Upcoming performances from the Central Coast Shakespeare Festival.
  • June 16, 2010: Kip Fulbeck discusses his book, Mixed: Portraits of Multiracial Kids
  • June 16, 2010: Stephanie Philo of PCPA Theaterfest discuss the upcoming Sylvia
  • June 9, 2010: Mike Lara and Adam Stowe talk about the San Luis Obispo Blues baseball team; their upcoming season and promotions.
  • June 9, 2010: Guy Rathbun talks with David Wilson of Coyote Road School
  • May 26, 2010: A look at the new SLO Theater Arts Guild, and their plans for the San Luis Obispo Grange Hall.
  • May 26, 2010: A look at both sides of Proposition 16 dealing with local electricity providers.
  • May 19, 2010: Alice Welchert and Mandy Davis discuss the "Save The Whales Again" campaign
  • May 19, 2010: Sharon Lovejoy discusses her latest book, "Toad Cottages and Shooting Stars"
  • May 19, 2010: Film Producer Eric Merola discusses "Burzynski" coming soon to San Luis Obispo's Palm Theater
  • May 12, 2010: Transitions, Mental Health Association representative, Mike Bossenberry and Barry Johnson discuss the work of Hotline and Advocacy Services
  • May 12, 2010: News from the Women's Community Center is provided by spokeswomen Angie King and Robin Rinzler.
  • April 28, 2010: Jolie Lucas, CEOof Mooney Ambassadors discusses The Oceano Airport Celebration, happening Saturday, May 8th.
  • April 28, 2010: David Weisman from The Alliance for Nuclear Responsibility: dicusses the upcoming event: California's Energy Vision: Women and the Future of Energy event, May 10th.
  • April 28, 2010: Jeff Carlson is the international bestselling author of the Plague Year trilogy; Plague Year, Plague War, and Plague Zone
  • April 21, 2010: Author Aife Murray discusses her book, Maid as Muse: How Emily Dickinson's Servants Changed America's Literary Landscape
  • April 21, 2010: Jennifer Stover and Jennifer Everett from the Birth and Baby Resource Network tell us about the upcoming Birth and Baby Fair taking place on May 8th
  • April 21, 2010: A look into the San Luis Obispo Vintner's Association's "Roll Out the Barrels" event, which starts April 29th.
  • April 21, 2010: The San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden is hosting At Home in the Garden. Liz Scott Graham and Julie Powell talk about this, and other upcoming events.
  • April 20, 2010: Author Susan Senator on her new book, The Autism Mom's Survival Guide (for Dads, too!)
  • May 19, 2010: Horticulturist, gardner, and award-winning author Sharon Lovejoy discusses her latest book, Toad Cottages & Shooting Stars
  • April 14, 2010: Chief Executive Director for United Way, Rick London, provides an update of their ongoing activities.
  • April 14, 2010: Kris O'Connor discusses the upcoming Vintner's Earth Day celebration.
  • March 31, 2010: Shoosh Crotzer from Enhancement Inc. discusses their upcoming fundraiser.
  • March 31, 2010: The Family Care Network's seventh annual "Miracle Miles for Kids" fundraiser.
  • March 10, 2010: Today's show focuses on the events of the San Luis Obispo Library Association.
  • March 10, 2010: The controversial release of Carl Jung's Red Book. It's become known as the Holy Grail of the "Collective Unconscious"
  • February 24, 2010: The owner of FunRide, Mark Shaffer, updates us on the progress of his car sharing service.
  • February 24, 2010: Actor Cory Jones provides insights into his role of MacBeth performing now at the PCPA Theaterfest.
  • February 24, 2010: Air Pollution on the Nipomo Mesa is the topic with Larry Allen from San Luis Obispo's Air Pollution Control District.
  • February 17, 2010: An update from Jeanne Murdock of beanfit.com.
  • February 17, 2010: A talk with author Guy Finley, founder and director of the Life of Learning Foundation in Oregon. The purpose of the nonprofit organization is to help people realize their full potential.
  • February 10, 2010: A conversation with the president of the California Teacher's Association, David Sanchez about their upcoming "Read Across America" program.
  • February 10, 2010: Rochelle Becker and David Weisman bring us up to date on the actions of the Alliance for Nuclear Responsibility.
  • January 27, 2010: Erika Hirsch from the Vegetarian Network discusses upcoming events within their organization.
  • January 27, 2010: Guy speaks with writer and spiritualist Jeannie Zandi
  • January 27, 2010: Heather Mendel, provides insight into her new book, Dancing in the Footsteps of Eve
  • January 20, 2010: Author Victor Valle discusses his new book, City of Industry
  • January 20, 2010: Angie King, local spokeswoman for the National Organization for Women, discusses the Roe versus Wade anniversary.
  • January 13, 2010: Chief Executive Director for United Way, Rick London, provides a look into the world of the non-profit for the new year
  • January 13, 2010: Best selling author Marietta McCarty give insight into her newest release, "How Philosophy Can Save Your Life: 10 Ideas that Matter Most."

Keeping It Fresh

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  • September 1, 2010: Charles Myers talks with organizers of Sunset Magazine, and their "Savor the Central Coast" event.
  • August 4, 2010: Host Charles Myers talks with agriculture certification and sustainability specialist J.P. Wolff
  • July 7, 2010: A visit to the Morro Bay Oyster company on Morro Bay's Embarcadero.
  • June 2, 2010: A visit to the Templeton Farmer's Market
  • May 5, 2010: The First Crush Winemakers Siminar.
  • April 7, 2010: A look at the Earth Day Food and Wine Festival at Santa Margarita Ranch
  • March 3, 2010: A Historic perspective of Farmer's Markets, with regards to the current San Luis Obispo Thursday Night farmers market controversy
  • February 3, 2010: Keepin' it Fresh with host Charles Myers. A discussion of sustainable vineyard management at Wolff Vineyards
  • January 6, 2010: Keepin' it Fresh with host Charles Myers, highlights from four local restaurants during SLO Restaurant Month

The Reluctant Therapist

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  • September 1, 2010: Annie and the Media: Just because it sound good, it doesn't mean that it's good for you - The Reluctant Therapist discusses our need for a healthier media diet. It's time to lay off the junk stories!
  • July 7, 2010: Gossip: Have you heard the latest about The Reluctant Therapist? This month she discusses gossip. Don't miss out, she might be talking about you!
  • June 2, 2010: The Trap Questions: When it comes to advice about personal matters, some things are better left unsaid -- until today -- The Reluctant Therapist has her say about marriage and family questions frequently asked, and rarely answered honestly.
  • May 5, 2010: Legacy: Host Elizabeth Barrett discusses the circle of life and how we can ensure that, in the end, our lives are about more than what we've consumed.
  • April 7, 2010: Advice to my Daughters: After years spent devoted to parenting, The Reluctant Therapist wonders if she wishes the same life for her daughters.
  • March 3, 2010: Nurturing Creativity: Out of the box thinking is essential to the development of children, and the future of our nation. The Reluctant Therapist takes a look at how we are meeting these needs in the face of the fiscal challenges threatening education.
  • February 3, 2010: The helping professionals have lost their way. The Reluctant Therapist discusses how Marriage and Family Therapists can begin to offer hope and guidance to an ailing culture before we all become emotionally robotic.
  • January 6, 2010: Change: Host Elizabeth Barrett addresses our reactions to change, and the challenges associated when facing the unknown

Second Monday at 4:00

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  • June 14, 2010: The Tribune newspaper has been a major institution on the central coast since the late 1930s, and remains a vital part of our community. Host Larry Rutter meets with executive editor Sandra Duerr for a live, call-in program.
  • May 10, 2010: Interim president of Cuesta College, Gil Stork, joins host Larry Rutter this week. They'll talk about the effect of the state's financial problems on the college, the Title IX investigation and other challenges facing the community college.
  • April 12, 2010: The topics range from the current condition and future prospects for the Central Coast economy, to the vitality of downtown SLO and everything in between. The live in the studio guest this time is Dave Garth of the San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce.
  • March 8 , 2010: Host Larry Rutter interviews Katie Lichtig, the new City Manager of San Luis Obispo.

Take Two: The Movie Show

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  • August 16, 2010: Take 4 Jim and Bob each pick four notable films, play excerpts and discuss.
  • August 2, 2010: After seeing Inception, Jim and Bob discuss the topic of dreams in cinema
  • July 19, 2010: A potpourri of topics, including a journey into the Take Two mailbag, commentary on new methods of film distribution, and a look at the summer movie season.
  • June 28, 2010: Musical Selections from actors that probably should not have attempted a singing career. Clips include William Shatner's take on "Mr. Tambourine Man", and Andy Griffith's rendition of "House of the Rising Sun"
  • June 14, 2010: A look at filmmaker Roger Corman
  • June 7, 2010: Remembering Dennis Hopper
  • May 3, 2010: A look at the life of Lynn Redgrave, and a discussion of upcoming "pre-summer" films
  • April 12, 2010: The third and final installment of our tribute to Humphrey Bogart
  • April 5, 2010: Part two of Take Two's salute to Humphrey Bogart
  • March 29, 2010: Part one of Take Two's salute to Humphrey Bogart
  • February 1, 2010: Ladies Night A look back at the life of actress Jean Simmons, and a discussion of director Katherine Bigelow's films, inluding The Hurt Locker.
  • January 25, 2010: Anything Goes Jim and Bob take your phone calls, discuss the upcoming Oscar nominations, as well as The Academy's decision to expand the number of Best Picture nominated films to 10.
  • January 11, 2010: A look at the current offering of films in theaters, and an extended review / discussion of the current blockbuster, Avatar
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