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A scene from "Bud's Recruit" directed by King Vidor, 1918Films and Bombs
We look into how America's earliest movies dealt with social issues like abortion and racism. Also: big changes in the independent film industry over the last 20 years. Find out how the US helped Pakistan develop a nuclear arsenal, and why that could cause major problems in the near future. Plus, how France's geography has shaped its history.
We want your favorite holiday cookie recipe! On Dec. 11, we're hosting a Christmas cookie recipe swap. Dig up your favorite recipe and submit here.
Nuclear Pakistan
Pakistan has built a nuclear arsenal with the tacit aid of the US and Europe. Now that military extremist factions are on the rise in Pakistan, the US could end up regretting that aid. David Armstrong and Joseph Trento have co-authored a new book called America and the Islamic Bomb: The Deadly Compromise.
America and the Islamic Bomb is available for purchase at amazon.com
Social Issues in America’s Earliest Films
America’s earliest movies didn’t shy away from social issues like abortion, racism, and homelessness. Steven Higgins, curator at MoMA’s Department of Film, talks about the new film series Treasures III: 1900-1934, running Dec. 2-8.
How the Independent Film Business is Changing
We look into how the independent film industry has changed over the last 20 years. Jonathan Sehring is president of IFC Entertainment; he’s being honored at this year’s Gotham Awards.
A Historical Geography of France
As recently as 1890, large parts of France were divided by tribal allegiances; pre-Christian beliefs remained widespread; and French was even a minority language. Graham Robb is author of The Discovery of France.
The Discovery of France 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.
