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Revolutionary Practices
Democratic campaign consultant Douglas Schoen explains how sophisticated polling and other technological advances have revolutionized American politics. Then, novelist A.M. Homes talks about meeting her birth parents at age 31. And Walter Isaacson tells us about his new biography of Albert Einstein. Plus, surgeon Atul Gawande explores how even the most mundane adjustments can drastically improve a doctor’s performance.
Polls, Power, and Democracy
Political strategist Douglas Schoen believes that exit polls are among the most effective ways of bringing about democratic change. In The Power of the Vote, he explains how sophisticated polling and technological advances have revolutionized American politics. He also makes a few predictions for 2008.
The Power of the Vote is available for purchase at amazon.com
The Mistress's Daughter
A.M. Homes talks about her complex relationship with her birth parents, who she met at age 31. Her new memoir is The Mistress’s Daughter.
The Mistress’s Daughter is available for purchase at amazon.com
Events: A.M. Homes will be reading and signing booksWednesday, April 11 at 7 pm
Chelsea Barnes & Noble
675 Avenue of the Americas, at 21st Street
Einstein the Nonconformist
Walter Isaacson, former managing editor of Time, explains how Einstein’s nonconformity affected his genius.
Einstein is available for purchase at amazon.com
Events: Walter Isaacson will be speaking and signing booksWednesday, April 11 at 7 pm
Union Square Barnes & Noble
A Surgeon's Notes
In Better, surgeon Atul Gawande explains how doctors can make sure they give their patients the best care possible.
Better is available for purchase at amazon.com
Events: Atul Gawande will be speaking and signing booksTuesday, April 10 at 7 pm
Lincoln Square Barnes & Noble
1972 Broadway, at 66th Street
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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.
