All Things Considered

What To Do With Rhubarb When You've Already Made A Pie

Brady Carlson — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 19:35:29 +0000

Last week we looked at what to do with rhubarb beyond the traditional (yet incredibly delicious) pie, and we asked for your favorite rhubarb recipes. And did you ever send us some good ones!

Want CSA Success? Get To Know Your Neighbors

Brady Carlson — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 18:56:45 +0000

This week some NHPR staffers got their first weekly share of veggies from a nearby CSA – which stands for community supported agriculture.

The idea is that consumers buy a share of the year’s crops in advance – that gives them a weekly supply of produce, while farmers get a more stable income stream than what they might have selling just through farmers markets or farmstands.

Three Exeter High School Teachers Resign After Misconduct Allegations

Brady Carlson — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 21:46:47 +0000

This is a time of year when educators and students are turning their minds toward graduation or summer plans.

In Exeter, though, many people are focusing on something more troubling: three teachers at Exeter High School have been accused of misconduct. All three have resigned, including one of them today.

Rhubarb: It's Not Just For Pie Anymore

Brady Carlson — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 21:27:22 +0000

There are two things we all seem to know about rhubarb – it grows and grows, and you can make pies with it. But there's a world of rhubarb that goes beyond the (admittedly delicious) pie - in fact, it's a hot commodity among bartenders, who are mixing up cocktails and other tangy rhubarb-based beverages. And bakers might like to try a rhubarb upside-down cake.

Veggie Growing Season Just Getting Underway In New Hampshire

Brady Carlson — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 21:33:53 +0000

New Hampshire's growing season traditionally begins Memorial Day weekend, but if you haven't gotten many plants into your garden this year, it's not too late to start.

That's according to Henry Homeyer, and he should know - he's a longtime gardener who's written newspaper columns and numerous books on the subject. His latest book is Organic Gardening (Not Just) In The Northeast: A Hands-On Month-to-Month Guide.

Measuring The Impact Of Local Food - Or Trying To

Brady Carlson — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 21:14:07 +0000

It’s the table farthest from the door at the Contoocook winter farmer’s market, but it's the one that catches my eye: asparagus stalks so big, you could play the drums with them.

The man who brought them, Jim Ramenack of Warner River Organics, says he's seen nothing but growth lately in local food.

By 199-164 Vote, N.H. House Says No To Senate Casino Plan

Brady Carlson and Michael Brindley — Wed, 22 May 2013 22:15:02 +0000

The State House has rejected a bill to legalize a casino in southern New Hampshire, by a vote of 199 to 164.

NHPR’s Michael Brindley was on hand for the debate today in Representatives Hall. He joins All Things Considered host Brady Carlson with the latest.

Restaurant Week New Hampshire To Highlight Granite State Chefs

Brady Carlson — Thu, 16 May 2013 21:26:27 +0000

Friday is day one of Restaurant Week New Hampshire, aimed at showcasing Granite State cuisine and the people who produce it.

Amy Traverso is Senior Lifestyle Editor at Yankee Magazine. She joins All Things Considered host Brady Carlson with a preview of the event.

An Eisner Nomination For A New Hampshire Comic Artist

Brady Carlson — Wed, 15 May 2013 21:44:44 +0000

For filmmakers there’s the Oscars, for children’s authors there’s the Newbury Award, and in the world of comics and comic art, there’s the Eisner Awards, named after legendary artist and author Will Eisner.

This year one of the Eisner nominees for Best Publication for Early Readers up to age 7 is Sara Richard, who lives and works here in New Hampshire. She’s nominated for her book “Kitty and Dino.”

More Online Voter Registration Could Better Secure Vote And Save Money, Say Researchers

Brady Carlson — Tue, 14 May 2013 21:24:05 +0000

New Hampshire lawmakers have been looking at whether to make changes to the state’s voter identification law. Critics say provisions of the law, set to take effect this fall, would cost the state money and cause delays at the polls.

Speaking Up About Violence In A "Forgotten" Country

Brady Carlson — Mon, 13 May 2013 22:00:47 +0000

It may be the largest war in the world that we don’t hear about. The death toll of what is now called the Great War of Africa likely stretches into the millions.

Could You Create Your Own Game In 36 Hours?

Brady Carlson — Thu, 09 May 2013 21:44:46 +0000

Create your own game in a day and a half. That's the challenge awaiting participants in this weekend's New Hampshire Game Jam in Manchester.

Glenn Given and Michael Taylor are organizing the Jam; they sit down with All Things Considered host Brady Carlson to discuss how it works, the gaming scene in the region and what you can learn from trying to create your own games.

Beekeeping's Costs Growing Along With Its Popularity

Brady Carlson — Mon, 06 May 2013 21:38:31 +0000

As NHPR's Ryan Lessard recently reported, beekeeping is increasing in popularity in the Granite State - but the hobby is also getting more expensive. Joining us to explain why is Barbara Lawler, President of the New Hampshire Beekeepers Association.

Indictments Reveal Details About Alleged Murder Of UNH Student

Brady Carlson — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 21:53:14 +0000

Prosecutors say they now have a clearer picture of what happened to University of New Hampshire student Elizabeth Marriott, who has been missing and presumed dead last October.

Police arrested a man from Dover, Seth Mazzaglia, shortly after Marriott went missing, but it wasn’t until the last few days that a grand jury formally indicted Mazzaglia on a series of charges, including first and second degree murder.

The Demographics Of Disagreement On Climate Change

Brady Carlson — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 22:30:09 +0000

Last week the UNH Survey Center released the latest findings of the Granite State Poll. The Survey Center has been following a number of issues recently, the most high profile of which is whether or not there’s public support in New Hampshire for a proposed casino.

The Survey Center has also been part of a project looking at public attitudes about climate change – namely, why there’s a consensus among scientists – but not the public - that global warming is happening and caused by human activity.