|
|
ArchivesGoods From the WoodsBy Rosemary Conroy on Friday, February 28, 2003.You already know that trees are very useful in the making of paper and furniture, but what about food, medice, plastic, fabric, and cosmetics? Rosemary Conroy tells you about some of the 5000 other products that are created from our forests. listen:
 Uncle Tom's CabinBy Laura Knoy on Friday, February 28, 2003.Although Harriet Beecher Stowe wrote the novel to condemn slavery, her portrayal of African Americans is often criticized. Even today, Uncle Tom's Cabin raises questions about race and race relations in America. Laura's guests are Katherine Kane, director, Harriet Beecher Stowe Center www.stowecenter.org and Laura Korobkin, associate professor of English, Boston University www.bu.edu If you don't have time to read the whole novel, just check out some of the following chapters and join our discussion on Friday. PREFACE CHAPTER I ? THE READER IS INTRODUCED TO A MAN CHAPTER XIV ? EVANGELINE CHAPTER XVIII ? MISS OPHELIA'S EXPERIENCES AND OPINIONS CHAPTER XIX ? MISS OPHELIA'S EXPERIENCES AND OPINIONS, CONTINUED CHAPTER XX ? TOPSY CHAPTER XXX ? THE SLAVE WAREHOUSE CHAPTER XXXIV ? THE QUADROON?S STORY CHAPTER XLV ? CONCLUDING REMARKS listen:
The Hard Work of Independent Film MakingBy John Walters on Friday, February 28, 2003.Jay Craven has made several films, and worked with actors like Michael J. Fox, Martin Sheen, and Rip Torn. His latest movie is ?The Year That Trembled? ? a story of a small American town at the height of the Vietnam War. We?ll hear more about that film, and the perils and rewards of making movies on a shoestring. listen:
After School Programs: Should Towns Pay?By Trish Anderton on Friday, February 28, 2003.Most people agree after-school programs are a good way to keep kids busy and out of trouble. But there's often disagreement over who should pay for them. That's been a subject of hot debate in Conway. A program called Project Succeed aims to help at-risk elementary and middle school students. Supporters say funding from the town would help serve more students. But some townspeople argue parents should shoulder that responsibility. NHPR's Trish Anderton reports. listen:
Charter SchoolsBy Laura Knoy on Thursday, February 27, 2003.A new bill in the legislature would let the state create these alternative public schools without local approval. We’ll talk with the sponsor of the bill, State Representative John Hunt and House Democratic Leader Representative Peter Burling. www.state.nh.us. listen:
Change Planned For Small Group Health InsuranceBy David Darman on Thursday, February 27, 2003.A bill before the New Hampshire Senate would change the rules that govern health insurance for small businesses. Proponents say it will hold the line on premiums, and bring in additional insurers. But opponents argue the bill will benefit only the healthiest individuals. NHPR’s David Darman has more. listen:
The Orderly ArtistBy John Walters on Thursday, February 27, 2003.Craig Stockwell is an abstract artist. But don't let the title fool you. Despite the image you may have of the disheveled artist, Craig works within a great framework of structure-from his 9-5 studio hours to the rules he sets before creating each piece. He joins John to talk about how this sense of structure helps him explore deep emotional issues. listen:
Local Votes Planned on Health Care AccessBy Mark Bevis on Thursday, February 27, 2003.During town meetings next month, residents of some 150 towns will be able to demand action on health care. The Group New Hampshire for Health Care has organized a campaign to get the issue on local warrant articles. Matt Burgess is the group's spokesperson. He tells NHPR's Mark Bevis that thousands of people across the state have signed on to pass the non-binding resolution. listen:
Anti-War Demonstrations at UNHBy Roger Wood on Thursday, February 27, 2003.Hundreds of University of New Hampshire students and faculty demonstrated today against a possible U.S. war with Iraq. Correspondent Roger Wood reports. listen:
France & The United StatesBy Laura Knoy on Wednesday, February 26, 2003.Their disagreement over Iraq has created huge tensions between the two countries. We’ll take a look at this sometimes-bumpy relationship with Ann Sa’adah, professor of Law and Political Science at Dartmouth College www.dartmouth.edu, and Wallace Thies, professor of Politics at Catholic University of America www.cua.edu and author of the new book “Friendly Rivals”. listen:
|
Support FromHighlightsNavigationUser login |
