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Huxley progression from Man's Place in Nature (American Museum of Natural History)Developing Discussions
The debate between evolution and creationism is all over the news. On today's show, we'll ask whether or not science and religion can be reconciled. Plus, we'll hear about a new exhibit on Charles Darwin at the American Museum of Natural History. Jed Perl of the New Republic looks back at what made New York such a hotbed of innovative art in the middle of the 20th century. And chef Anthony Bourdain tells us about one of his most disastrous nights in the kitchen.
Science and Religion
Can science and religion be reconciled? Most scientists accept the theory of evolution. But what about scientists who are also Christians? Are they obligated to believe in creationism? Robert Pollack, Director of the Center for the Study of Science and Religion at Columbia University, joins us for a discussion on the relationship between faith and science.
» More on Professor Pollack
Music:
Bicentennial Man soundtrack, tracks 3, 10, and 13
Darwin on Display
Niles Eldredge, the curator of the Darwin exhibit at the American Museum of Natural History, takes a look at the life and work of the man whose theory of evolution is still at the center of debates about the origin of human life.
» Darwin at the American Museum of Natural History
» True Believers Take a Look at Darwin by WNYC's Fred Mogul
Music: Stargate soundtrack, tracks 3, 4, 5, and 14
Don't Try This at Home
Sometimes even the best chefs bite off more than they can chew. Don’t Try This at Home--a new collection of culinary disaster stories--reveals that nobody's perfect when it comes to the art of cooking. Chef Anthony Bourdain joins us with the tale of his 1991 New Years meltdown.
» Visit our Guest Picks page to find out what moves Bourdain
Music: Thelonious Monk, Genuis of Modern Music Vol. 2, tracks 2 and 6
New Art City
Jed Perl, the art critic for the New Republic, examines how New York City came to be one of the world's most important art scenes during the middle of the 20th century in New Art City.
» Visit our Guest Picks page to find out what moves Perl
Events:
On Thursday, Dec. 1, at 7PM Jed Perl will be giving a reading/talk and booksigning at the Barnes and Noble on the Upper West Side, Broadway at 82nd Street.
On Tuesday, Dec. 6th, at 7 pm, he'll be giving another reading/talk and booksigning at Labyrinth Books, 536 West 112th St, New York, tel: 212-865-1588.
Music: The Incredibly True Adventure of 2 Girls in Love soundtrack, tracks 2 and 6
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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.
