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Friday, December 29, 2006

New York Times journalist Jodi Kantor reports on the difficulties many black parents face while trying to hire a nanny. Then, director Guillermo del Toro tells us about his new film, "Pan's Labyrinth." And Emily Watson and director Chris Noonan talk about their new film about Beatrix Potter, of Peter Rabbit fame. Plus, two veteran supers answer your questions on the ins and outs of New York City buildings, on Please Explain.

Black Parents Face Challenges Searching for Nannies

New York Times reporter Jodi Kantor has found that racism is limiting child care options for many black parents. She talks about the difficulties some black parents face while trying to hire a nanny. Eric Boone, one of the fathers featured in Jodi Kantor's article, joins her.

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Pan's Labyrinth

Director Guillermo del Toro tells us about his Oscar-contending film, "Pan's Labyrinth"—a gothic fairy tale set in post Civil War Spain.

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The Life of Beatrix Potter

Emily Watson and director Chris Noonan talk about bringing the creator of Peter Rabbit to life on the big screen in "Miss Potter."

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Please Explain: Supers and Buildings

On today's Please Explain, veteran superintendents Peter Grech and Peter Roach answer your questions on the ins and outs of maintaining New York City apartment buildings. Call 212-433-9692.
The Superintendents Technical Association

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