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ArchivesVisionary NationBy Laura Knoy on Wednesday, April 30, 2003.Our guest says Americans have a tireless and collective "pursuit of happiness". And that this optimistic impulse keeps us moving forward in a perpetual search for a more perfect union. Our guest is Zachary Karabell, author of A Visionary Nation: Four Centuries of American Dreams and What Lies Ahead. listen:
 ZADEBy John Walters on Wednesday, April 30, 2003.After September 11, it would have been understandable if Zade Dirani had cancelled his upcoming American house-concert tour. But as a musician and a Muslim, Zade embraced his opportunity to bridge the cultural divide between East and West. He also has performed larger concerts for Queen Elizabeth, Nelson Mandela, and the Jordanian royal family. Zade joins John to talk about his family, his life in America, and his new self-titled album from producer Will Ackerman. listen:
Saudi ArabiaBy Laura Knoy on Tuesday, April 29, 2003.The strategic relationship between the two nations goes back over 60 years, characterized by mutual economic interests and mutual distaste. We'll examine this complicated relationship and how it's holding up in the wake of the September 11 terrorist attacks and war in Iraq. Our guest is Dr. David E. Long, author of The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia www.upf.com, and retired Foreign Service officer who served in Saudi Arabia. listen:
Antarctica in Words and PicturesBy John Walters on Tuesday, April 29, 2003.Jim Mastro is a scientist, writer and photographer. He used to work for the US Antarctic Program and spent a total of five years- between 1983 and 1997- living on the frozen continent. His book, Antarctca: A Year at the Bottom of the World, explores life in Antartica through words and a lot of unforgettable photographs. Jim talks about the place he calls the most beautiful on earth. listen:
Sen. Gregg Introduces Coastal Protection BillBy Judith Smelser on Tuesday, April 29, 2003.New Hampshire Senator Judd Gregg has introduced a bill aimed at protecting the nation's coastal areas from over-development. The legislation�co-authored by South Carolina Democrat Ernest Hollings �..would help states buy coastal land to keep it out of the hands of developers. NHPR Washington Correspondent Judith Smelser reports. listen:
Poetry and PoliticsBy Laura Knoy on Monday, April 28, 2003.A gathering of poets laureate from around the country takes place in New Hampshire this weekend to talk about just that. We'll discuss the role of the poet in society and politics. Laura's guests are Marie Harris, NH's Poet Laureate, Diane Freedman, Associate Professor of English at UNH, and Michael Ferber, Professor of English at UNH. www.unh.edu. For more information on poetry and politics: www.nhwritersproject.org. listen:
Riverslea Farm: Lambs and Goats for SaleBy Raquel Maria Dillon on Monday, April 28, 2003.Immigrant families in the United States sometimes travel far and wide to find the foods that remind them of home. For some, that means coming to Riverslea Farm in Epping? to pick out a healthy, fat lamb for a backyard roast. The farm has cultivated a group of uniquely international customers who demand fresh lamb and goat. As NHPR's Raquel Maria Dillon reports, this is the busiest time of the year there; Greek Orthodox Easter was this past Sunday. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
Organic GardeningBy John Walters on Monday, April 28, 2003.Henry Homeyer is an organic gardener and writer from Cornish Flat, New Hampshire and he's been gardening most of his life. Henry's gardening column appears in many regional papers and he's written a book called, "Notes from the Garden: Reflections and Observations of an Organic Gardener." He tells us why he feels organic gardening is the way to go, how to deal with deer, and why children are natural gardeners. listen:
Poets Talk PoliticsBy Trish Anderton on Monday, April 28, 2003.How much influence should poets have over politics? That's become a hot question in recent months, as many poets have taken controversial positions on the war in Iraq. This weekend Poets Laureate from all over the country gathered in New Hampshire to discuss their role in the culture. NHPR's Trish Anderton reports. listen:
A Daughter's Memories of BaseballBy Lois Shea on Monday, April 28, 2003.People can see poetic beauty almost anywhere. Writer Lois Shea sees it in baseball - and in the memories she shares with her father. listen:
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