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ArchivesChina's Clean Revolution?By Avishay Artsy on Friday, August 1, 2008.The Summer Olympics are just about to kick off, and Chinese officials are hurrying to clean up the notorious Beijing air, limiting vehicular traffic and shutting down factories. Last month officials were embarassed when it was revealed the U.S. Olympic Committee would distribute a secretly-developed high-tech mask to its more than 600 athletes, to protect against the pollution. Destination: DIY08/01/2008 This week, in honor of our annual car raffle, we listen to two unique and interesting discussions from “Destination DIY” and “Unicef Radio”. “Destination DIY” is a monthly series from Portland, Oregon. In this episode, we hear about recycled bikes, unicycles, commuting on two wheels and other quirky stories from the Portland, Oregon cycling community. “Unicef Radio” features the story of Severn Cullis-Suzuki, a Canadian woman who made a name for herself at age 12 by making a speech at the first Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro that silenced a room full of diplomats. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
The Circus is Coming to TownBy Sean Hurley on Friday, August 1, 2008.Circus Smirkus has been called one of the best circuses in the country. The current traveling troupe has members from all over the United States and from as far away as Ethiopia. And two of its performers are from right here in the Granite State. Recenty NHPR Correspondent Sean Hurley caught the show when the circus set up the Big Top in Manchester. He files this report. listen:
  Energy Raising A cheery "Energy Raiser" sign beckons volunteers from the top of Kevin Frank's driveway on a drizzly Saturday morning. (Shannon Mullen, NHPR) Chipmunk RegenerationBy Rosemary Conroy on Friday, August 1, 2008.Chipmunks have been quiet this Spring, but Rosemary says there's no need for concern. listen:
Redefining Rural AmericaBy Laura Knoy on Friday, August 1, 2008.A new report from the Carsey Institute at the University of New Hampshire finds a rural America far more varied, nuanced and distinct than ever thought. It surveyed 8,000 Americans from 19 rural counties including Coos in New Hampshire and Oxford in Northern Maine. The survey found four distinct rural areas that were defined not by geography but by a complex picture of the economics, demographics, politics and values of the people. Today we talk to the report's authors about their findings on rural America and what it might mean for the Granite State. Guests
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Chipmunk Chipmunk populations go through ebbs and flows as they have this year. (Courtesy Erick Gallun) |
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