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Worse Than WatergateGates of Knowledge
John Dean served as White House counsel to President Nixon. His latest book, Worse Than Watergate, argues that the Bush administration’s extreme secrecy is one of the most significant threats America has faced in recent political history. Then David Kirp examines the pros and cons of America’s market-driven educational system in Shakespeare, Einstein, and the Bottom Line.
John Dean
Former counsel to the Nixon administration, John Dean argues that the Bush administration is Worse Than Watergate.
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Music: Soundtrack to A Civil Action, music by Danny Elfman: "Civil Theme" / "Walkin'"
David Kirp
David Kirp talks about the effects of highly competitive market pressures on America’s colleges and universities. Kirp is the author of Shakespeare, Einstein, and the Bottom Line: The Marketing of Higher Education.
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Music: Music from the film Bach’s Fight For Freedom
Brandenburg Concierto No. 3 in G Major II. Allegro
Violin Concerto in A minor III. Allegro
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Tributes: Kate McGarrigle
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Folk singer Kate McGarrigle, who gained acclaim for a series of projects with her sister Anna, died Monday, Jan. 18, from a rare form of cancer. She left behind a family of talented musicians, including her sister, son Rufus Wainwright, and daughter Martha Wainwright. McGarrigle appeared on The Leonard Lopate show with her sister in December 2005, ahead of their holiday show at Carnegie Hall.
Monona Rossol on 50 Million Chemicals
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On September 7, 2009, scientists working for the Chemical Abstract Service (which assigns identification numbers to all new chemicals) entered the 50-millionth chemical substance into their Registry. Chemist and industrial hygienist Monona Rossol, President and Founder of Arts, Crafts & Theater Safety, took a look at what all these new substances are, where they are coming from, and how they affect our health. Rossol also responded to listener comments and questions. You can read her answers here.
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National Book Award Winners
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A number of this year’s National Book Award winners have appeared on The Leonard Lopate Show. Click here to see the list!
Our 3-ingredient Challenge wins a James Beard Award
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On May 3, the Lopate Show won its third James Beard Award for our 3-ingredient challenge. In August, we asked our listeners to call in and name 3 ingredients and then challenged New York chef and 3-ingredient expert Rozanne Gold to whip up a recipe! You can listen to the 3-ingredient challenge and get some inspiration for simple, delicious, and unexpected dishes.
