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Marjane Satrapi, graphic novelistA Few of My Favorite Things
Guest host Jeffrey Toobin explores the intricacies of home repair with Al and Larry Ubell, the gurus of how-to. They’ll be taking listener phone calls at 212-267-WNYC. Then, one decade after the publication of his provocative examination Race Matters, Cornel West argues that American democracy is threatened by free market fundamentalism, aggressive militarism, and escalating authoritarianism in Democracy Matters: Winning the Fight Against Imperialism. Next, Marjane Satrapi joins us to discuss Persepolis 2—the latest installment in her series of autobiographical graphic novels about life as a post-revolution Iranian woman living abroad. And editor Robert Pinsky of the Favorite Poem Project shares his latest anthology, the multimedia collection An Invitation to Poetry.
Alvin and Larry Ubell
Building inspectors Alvin and Larry Ubell answer listener questions about home repair. Call 212-267-WNYC (212-267-9692). Visit the Ubell’s website
Cornel West
Cornel West argues that imperialism is posing an ever-increasing threat to democracy in his latest book, Democracy Matters.
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Event:
Cornel West will be speaking and signing books on:
Wednesday, September 8th at 7:30pm
Brooklyn Community Bookstore / First Reformed Church
7th Ave and Carrol Street
Tickets: $10
Thursday, September 9th at 6:30pm
Cooper Union
41 Cooper Square
Music:
Soundtrack to A Civil Action, music by Danny Elfman: “Civil Theme” / “Walkin’”
Marjane Satrapi
Marjane Satrapi on the latest installment in her series of autobiographical graphic novels: Persepolis 2.
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Event:
Marjane Satrapi will be reading and signing books on:
Wednesday, September 8 at 7pm
Barnes and Noble, Chelsea
675 6th Avenue
Music:
“Limbe” by S Tone / “Meta, Beta, Terabeta” by Pangeia Instrumentos
Robert Pinsky
Editor Robert Pinsky discusses his latest poetry anthology: An Invitation to Poetry.
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» More on the Favorite Poem Project
Event:
Robert Pinsky and Maggie Dietz will appearing on:
Wednesday, September 8 at 7PM
Lincoln Triangle, 1972 Broadway
Music:
Soundtrack to He Got Game, the music of Aaron Copland: “Grover’s Corner”
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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.
