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The Leonard Lopate Show Archive
August 2006
Work Habits
Thursday, August 31, 2006
On today’s show, a business professor predicts that technology addiction could lead to lawsuits. Then, we’ll get an update on the fighting in Sri Lanka on Underreported. Plus, we’ll find out how 19th century explorers planted the seeds of American environmentalism. Later on, we’ll talk to the daughter of the novelist Irene Nemirovsky--who died at Auschwitz in 1942. And as we head into the Labor Day weekend, we’ll take a look at some of the odd jobs New Yorkers do.
Preparation Anxiety?
Wednesday, August 30, 2006
On today’s show, the director of the National Center for Disaster Preparedness says that America is unprepared for large-scale disasters. Then, we’ll hear about two new novels: the first from comedian Rita Rudner, and the second by Anna Quindlen. Later on, soul legend Sam Moore, of Sam & Dave fame, will be here. And we’ll ask about the best way to nurture gifted and talented kids.
After the Storm
Tuesday, August 29, 2006
We’ll mark the one-year anniversary of Hurricane Katrina today with two Times-Picayune editors. Plus, Gay Talese reflects on his life as a writer. And we’ll re-examine the history of Mao’s Cultural Revolution.
Firsthand Accounts
Monday, August 28, 2006
We’ll start today’s show off with Washington Post correspondent Anthony Shadid, who's recently returned from covering the conflict in Lebanon and Israel. Then, Tom Jones, the writer and director of The Fantasticks, will be here. And we’ll look at the changing face of East Harlem over the past century. Plus, we’ll learn the basics of kitchen science on Please Explain.
Larger Than Life
Friday, August 25, 2006
Nobel Prize-winning scientist Eric Kandel explains the latest in the science of memory. Then, we’ll hear about one man’s quest to become the world’s greatest air guitarist. And Judy Holliday’s son looks back on his mom’s life on the big screen. Plus, Tyler Perry describes his outrageous alter ego Madea—the loud-talking, gun-toting grandmother from his hit film "Diary of a Mad Black Woman."
Born Identities
Thursday, August 24, 2006
On today’s show a scientist tells us that dads can experience postpartum depression. Then, on Underreported, we’ll get an update on the security situation in Haiti. Also: a live performance from P.F. Sloan. And the celebrated playwright A.R. Gurney tells us about his latest work. Plus, we’ll take a tour of Brooklyn’s unique culinary delights.
The Art of Doctoring
Wednesday, August 23, 2006
We’ll start today’s show off with a look at the long history of doctoring photos--the technology existed well before digital cameras and software programs were invented. Then, we’ll talk to two of the driving forces behind the hit Off-Broadway musical [title of show]. Later on, Scott Smith describes his new thriller, The Ruins. And we’ll learn about “boutique” doctors who offer round-the-clock care for a yearly retainer.
Winning Strategies
Tuesday, August 22, 2006
Rahm Emanuel, the chairman of the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, and Bruce Reed, a political columnist for Slate, explain why they believe that success for the Democratic Party goes hand in hand with success for America. Then, Jared Fogle, the “Subway Guy” will be here. And Nicole Krauss shares her novel, The History of Love. Plus, we’ll talk to sportscaster Pat Summerall.
Mind Over Matter?
Monday, August 21, 2006
On today's show, two writers compare strategies on how to deal with rejection. Then, we'll explore the line between fact and fiction in documentary films. And Adam Felber of Wait, Wait, Don't Tell Me fame tells us about his new novel. Plus, two doctors explore the mind/body connection on Please Explain.
Conflict Zones
Friday, August 18, 2006
On today’s show, we’ll talk to the CIA Field Commander who led the attack against Osama bin Laden in Afghanistan’s Tora Bora mountains. Then, we’ll learn about the book many recognize as the world’s first dystopian novel, as part of our summer Underappreciated Literature series. Plus, Dennis Lehane—the author of Mystic River—shares his new collection of short stories. And a war surgeon describes the nightmarish conditions he’s faced trying to save lives in the midst of violent conflict.
New Developments
Thursday, August 17, 2006
On today’s Underreported, guest host Stanley Bernard explores the impact tuberculosis is having on the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Then, we’ll learn about the physics behind martial arts. And we’ll hear the stories of several men who entered the seminary late in life. Plus, we’ll look back at the role New York Times reporter Herbert L. Matthews played in helping Fidel Castro come to power.
Common Threads
Wednesday, August 16, 2006
Guest host Katherine Lanpher asks Vanity Fair’s Todd Purdum what studying the similarities between George W. and George H.W. Bush reveals about their presidencies. Then, we’ll hear the true story of a 22-year-old business woman who made her fortune in the New World in the 1600s. And jazz pianist Toshiko Akiyoshi will be here. Plus, word maven Patricia T. O'Conner takes your calls.
Challenging Work
Tuesday, August 15, 2006
On today’s show, guest host Jonathan Capehart asks a pair of friends why they gave up their franchise selling t-shirts in Fenway Park, and moved to Baghdad in 2003. Plus, we'll hear the inside story of the 9/11 Commission from its Chairman, Governor Thomas H. Kean. And we’ll learn about the life and career of the first black man to serve a full term in the US Senate.
Seeking Direction
Monday, August 14, 2006
On today’s show, guest host Jonathan Capehart talks to actor and playwright Anna Deavere Smith about her life in the arts. Then, Wendy Kann describes trying to come to terms with her childhood in colonial Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe). And comedy legend Tommy Chong meditates on drugs, civil liberties, and his time in federal prison. Plus: we'll ask how Google Maps and MapQuest work on Please Explain.
Critical Perspectives
Friday, August 11, 2006
On today's show, Leonard's brother Phillip Lopate pays tribute to the art of American film criticism. Later on, Francine Prose tells us about the disturbing 1929 novel A High Wind in Jamaica, on our summer Underappreciated Literature series. Then, we’ll look back to the heyday of Schrafft’s restaurants. And General Anthony Zinni argues that everything the U.S. military learned in the past 40 years has been ignored in Iraq.
Tension and Support
Thursday, August 10, 2006
On today’s Underreported, we’ll get an update on South Ossetia’s push to break from Georgia--with Russia’s support. Then, we’ll talk to a woman who was raised by the last surviving black Civil War widow. And George Pelecanos describes his new literary murder mystery. Plus: biographer Randall Woods reconsiders LBJ’s political legacy.
Repair and Reconstruction
Wednesday, August 09, 2006
On today’s show, we’ll talk to a young British diplomat who traveled to Iraq in 2003 and was named the deputy governor of two provinces there. Then, Matt Dillon, Lili Taylor, and director Bent Hamer discuss their new film, “Factotum.” And Al and Larry Ubell, the “Gurus of How-To,” take your calls.
In the Market
Tuesday, August 08, 2006
The Greenmarket opened 30 years ago. On today’s show, we’ll ask how the growth of farmers markets have changed the way the city eats. Later on, we’ll take an in-depth look at Hezbollah on this week’s Backstory. And Amy Hempel tells us about her new collection of short stories. Plus, Robert Sullivan shares some adventures from his cross country treks with his family.
Enhanced Performances
Monday, August 07, 2006
On today’s show, a neuroscientist explains how our brains understand and react to music. Then, Joan Allen joins director Jennifer Reeves for a preview of a new downtown film series: “Now that’s HIP!” Plus: the inimitable performance duo Kiki and Herb. And on this week’s Please Explain, we’ll explore the science and ethics of performance-enhancing drugs.
Parallel Universes
Friday, August 04, 2006
We start today’s show with an exploration of some of the strange new frontiers in space--like extra dimensions and parallel universes. Then, we’ll learn about the East German writer Irmtraud Morgner as part of our summer Underappreciated Literature series. And Toni Colette and director Patrick Stettner tell us about “The Night Listener”--their new thriller about a late night radio host. Plus: 20-time Wimbledon champ Martina Navratilova shares her advice on how to get in great shape.
Breaking Stories
Thursday, August 03, 2006
On today’s Underreported: a live update on the escalating tension in Somalia. Then, we’ll hear about a new documentary about Iraq in the months leading up to the elections. And a choreographer and a photographer take a look at the culture of female break dancers. Plus, Nora Ephron discusses her attempts to grow older gracefully.
Background Stories
Wednesday, August 02, 2006
On today’s show: the New Yorker’s Jane Mayer examines the man many believe is behind the constitutional interpretations that have shaped the Bush administration’s legal strategy since 9/11. Then, a biologist explains why he’s concerned about the high levels of mercury in New York State’s wild songbirds. Plus, a new novel looks at one man’s attempt to make peace with his estranged family. And NPR’s Juan Williams discusses the biggest challenges facing Black America today.
Taking Stock
Tuesday, August 01, 2006
On today’s show, House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi tells us what she thinks the future has in store for the Democratic Party. Then, Billy Joe Shaver performs live in the studio. And novelist Alessandro Baricco tells us about his reworking of Homer's Iliad. Plus: an investigative look at China’s push to modernize its military arsenal—and how it could affect American national security.
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