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Bioethical Debates
Scientific and technological advancements have played a major role in everything from curing diseases and treating depression, to making athletes faster and stronger. This week our Underreported series explores the complex issues surrounding the question, “is it ethical to scientifically improve human beings?” Arthur Caplan, from the Department of Medical Ethics at the University of Pennsylvania, and Julian Savulescu, of the Uehiro Centre for Practical Ethics at Oxford University, discuss bioethical issues. Then, renowned chef Charlie Trotter on what inspires him, and why mushrooms are one of the greatest ingredients out there. Neil Jordon, writer and director of The Crying Game, shares his latest novel—a murder story told from the perspective of a slain actress. And Gloria Vanderbilt reflects on the important loves of her life in It Seemed Important at the Time.
Underreported: Bioethical Debates
Arthur Caplan, from UPenn’s Department of Medical Ethics, and Julian Savulescu of the Uehiro Centre for Practical Ethics at Oxford University, discuss the ethics of using science to improve humans.
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Music: Soundtrack to Naqoyqatsi, music by Philip Glass: "Naqoyqatsi" / "New World"
Charlie Trotter
Charlie Trotter joins us with the second installment of his award-winning Kitchen Sessions recipe series: Workin' More Kitchen Sessions.
Music: Seven Steps: The Complete Columbia Recordings of Miles Davis 1963-1964, Miles Davis: "My Funny Valentine" / "Go-Go" (Theme)
Neil Jordan
Filmmaker Neil Jordan with his latest novel, Shade.
Events: Neil Jordan will be reading and signing books at the Barnes & Noble Union Square on Thursday, November 18 at 7pm
Music: Soundtrack to Interview with the Vampire, music by Elliot Goldenthal: "Libera Me"
Soundtrack to The Crying Game: "The Crying Game"
Gloria Vanderbilt
Gloria Vanderbilt revisits some old flames in It Seemed Important at the Time.
Music: Soundtrack to Tom & Viv, music by Debbie Wiseman: "The Honeymoon"
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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!
Tributes: Jeanne-Claude
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Jeanne-Claude created environmental works of art with her husband and fellow-conspirator/collaborator Christo. Together, they wrapped the Reichstag in Berlin, the Pont-Neuf in Paris, and created The Gates, with billowy orange drapes, in Central Park. Jeanne-Claude just died at the age of 74. You can hear Leonard Lopate’s last interview with them both, from July 19, 1999.
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Please Explain: Eco-Labels
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Your broccoli, shampoo, and air conditioner might bear labels declaring them to be organic, cruelty-free, or energy efficient, but what do those labels mean and are they true? Dr. Urvashi Rangan, Project Director for Consumer Reports' GreenerChoices.org and Consumers Union’s Senior Scientist for Policy Initiatives, and Dara O'Rourke, founder and CEO of GoodGuide.com, took a look at what eco-labels indicate, how standards are set, and what they mean for consumers and manufacturers around the world.
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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.
