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(Darren McCollester/Getty Images)Lincoln on Bush
Former U.S. Senator from Rhode Island Lincoln Chafee, a moderate Republican, reviews the first six years of the Bush presidency from an insider's perspective. Also: Margot Livesey's new novel.
Tomorrow, Wednesday, May 21, word maven Patricia T. O'Conner joins us to talk about the differences between American and British English. Tell us your favorite Americanisms vs. Britishisms!
Bush, Behind the Scenes
Former U.S. Senator Lincoln Chafee, a moderate Republican, reviews the first six years of the Bush presidency from an insider’s perspective. He says the Republican party needs to change dramatically if it is to survive and succeed. His new book is Against the Tide: How a Compliant Congress Empowered a Reckless President.
Hear Lincoln Chafee talk about Rhode Island on States of the Union in Feb. 2008
The House of Fortune Street
Margot Livesey's latest novel, The House on Fortune Street, tells the story of Dara MacLeod, a young London therapist, by using multiple perspectives on her life.
Open Phones: Primary Season
We take your calls on the ongoing primary season. What are your thoughts on the candidates? Are you energized for the general election, despite a sometimes-grueling primary season? Call us at 212-433-9692.
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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.
