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Pixar: 20 Years of Animation at the MoMaReel Life
On today’s show, Sarah Jessica Parker and director Tom Bezucha discuss their new film—a look at what happens when your family doesn’t fall for the love of your life. Also on the show, a look at the technology and traditional art behind computer-generated animation. And Al and Larry Ubell answer your home repair questions.
The Gurus of How-To
Al and Larry Ubell, the Gurus of How-To, answer your home repair questions, and offer advice on saving energy costs this winter. Call 212-433-9692.
Music:
Darlene Love and the White Heat Swing Orchestra, "Mr. Fix-It"
"A Toolbox Christmas" (Gourd Music) by Woody Phillips, "Jingle Bells," "We Wish You a Merry Christmas," and "Ding Dong Merrily on High"
The Family Stone
The holidays can be a stressful time…especially if you’re bringing a significant other home to meet your family. Sarah Jessica Parker and director Tom Bezucha tell us about their new film, “The Family Stone.” It’s a comedic look at what happens when your family doesn’t approve of your fiancee.
» Visit our Guest Picks page to find out what moves Sarah Jessica Parker and Tom Bezucha
Music:
"Christmas with Travelin' Light" (Telarc), The Christmas Song and Silver Bells
"Right Back Where We Started From," by Maxine Nightingale
soundtrack from "Sex and the City"
20 Years of Animation
John Lasseter, the head of Pixar (makers of “Toy Story,” “Finding Nemo,” and "The Incredibles”) tells us about the hands-on art that brings computer-generated films to life. He’s joined by Ron Magliozzi, the Assistant Curator of the current exhibit “20 Years of Animation” at MoMA.
Music:
"Toy Story 2" (Walt Disney Pictures) by Randy Newman, "Woody's Roundup"
"Finding Nemo" (Disney/Pixar) by Thomas Newman,
"Beyond theSea" sung by Robbie Williams
"Toy Story" (Disney) by Randy Newman, "You've Got a Friend in Me"
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FDA to Regulate Tobacco?
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May 14, 2009
Congress is getting ready to a vote on whether to make tobacco subject to FDA regulation. You can listen to a segment we did in May about the bill and what it would mean for the cigarette companies.
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Video Pick: Elizabeth Edwards
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Elizabeth Edwards discusses how to best cope with lifes difficulties in her book Resilience: Reflections on the Burdens and Gifts of Facing Life's Adversities.
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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.
Leonard is on Facebook
Now Leonard is on Facebook! We’re posting photos, status updates, links to notable interviews, and lots more. Check it out.
Barack Obama, Circa 2004
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Listen to President-Elect Barack Obama on the Leonard Lopate Show in November 2004. He had recently won a seat in the U.S. Senate, and only a few months before, his rousing speech during the 2004 Democratic National Convention catapulted him into the national spotlight.
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Guest Picks
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Find out surprising facts about some recent guests on the Leonard Lopate Show. Check out our Guest Picks section! Did you know that football star Herschel Walker loves Judge Judy, Laurie Anderson is a big fan of agility training for dogs, and Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi likes Johnny Depp?
