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Flags of our FathersWhat Does it Mean to Be a Hero?
James Bradley’s father was one of the six flagraisers at Iwo Jima. He explains why his father didn’t consider himself a hero, despite being immortalized in one of the most famous images from WWII. Plus, two experts answer your questions about voting technology on Please Explain.
Flags of Our Fathers
History has portrayed James Bradley’s father--one of the six flag raisers at Iwo Jima--as a hero. But according to Mr. Bradley, the true story is much more complicated. He tells us about researching his father’s WWII experiences for Flags of Our Fathers--the book behind Clint Eastwood's new film.
Make a $100 pledge today and the Flags of Our Fathers is our gift to you.
Please Explain: Voting Technology
Do you trust electronic voting machines? Are you more comfortable with paper ballots? Two experts answer your questions about voting technology, and respond to your concerns, on today’s Please Explain. Roy G. Saltman has worked in the field of election policy and technology for over 30 years. Aviel Rubin is professor of computer science at Johns Hopkins, and the founder and president of Independent Security Evaluators--a security consulting firm. He has received a National Science Foundation Grant to study electronic voting.
How confident are you that your vote will be counted on November 7th? Tell us your opinion.
Roy G. Saltman’s The History and Politics of Voting Technology is available for purchase at amazon.com
Aviel Rubin’s Brave New Ballot is available for purchase at amazon.com
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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.
