http://odeo.com/channels/2100-The-Conversation-Podcast no A fast-paced news call-in program that is engaging, stimulating and informative; a forum where listeners have the chance to speak directly with experts on news-oriented topics. A fast-paced news call-in program that is engaging, stimulating and informative; a forum where listeners have the chance to speak directly with experts on news-oriented topics. The Conversation en-us 40 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 13:05:00 -0800 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 13:05:00 -0800 Politics http://odeo.com/episodes/25510640-Officer-Memorial-Working-Moms-and-Teaching-Empathy 12:00 p.m. Lakewood Police Officer Memorial Mark Renninger, Tina Griswold, Ronald Owens and Greg Richards are the four Lakewood Officers murdered in a coffee shop on November 29. Twenty thousand people are expected today for their memorial in the Tacoma Dome. Austin Jenkins brings us a live report. Copenhagen and "Climate–gate" The Copenhagen Conference kicked off yesterday. That's the big global meeting to try to hash out an international agreement on climate change. New York Times climate reporter and blogger Andrew Revkin joins us to talk about Copenhagen and the continuing controversy over what's being dubbed "climate–gate." Unemployment Benefits One million people around the country could lose their unemployment benefits next month if Congress doesn't act. That's the finding of a new report from the National Employment Law Project and the Center for American Progress. How will this affect Washingtonians? 12:20 p.m. What Do Working Moms Want? Only... 12:00 p.m. Lakewood Police Officer Memorial Mark Renninger, Tina Griswold, Ronald Owens and Greg Richards are the four Lakewood Officers murdered in a coffee shop on November 29. Twenty thousand people are expected today for their memorial in the Tacoma Dome. Austin Jenkins brings us a live report. Copenhagen and "Climate–gate" The Copenhagen Conference kicked off yesterday. That's the big global meeting to try to hash out an international agreement on climate change. New York Times climate reporter and blogger Andrew Revkin joins us to talk about Copenhagen and the continuing controversy over what's being dubbed "climate–gate." Unemployment Benefits One million people around the country could lose their unemployment benefits next month if Congress doesn't act. That's the finding of a new report from the National Employment Law Project and the Center for American Progress. How will this affect Washingtonians? 12:20 p.m. What Do Working Moms Want? Only 37 percent of working moms would prefer full–time work. Working dads are almost the mirror opposite; an overwhelming majority — 79 percent — say they would prefer full–time work. We'll talk to the author of the Pew Study on working moms. Why do most women say they would prefer part–time work? What's your experience as a working mom (or dad)? 12:40 p.m. Teaching Empathy We live in a violent world. Can we help solve that problem by teaching children empathy and emotional literacy? Mary Gordon thinks so. The Canadian educator has developed a program called Roots of Empathy that's enrolled more than a quarter million kids from Seattle to New Zealand. She joins us to talk about the evidence she says demonstrates that empathy lessons for small children reduces aggression, antisocial behavior and bullying. 12:00 p.m. Lakewood Police Officer Memorial Mark Renninger, Tina Griswold, Ronald Owens and Greg Richards are the four Lakewood Officers murdered in a coffee shop on November 29. Twenty thousand people are expected today for their memorial in the Tacoma Dome. Austin Jenkins brings us a live report. Copenhagen and "Climate–gate" The Copenhagen Conference kicked off yesterday. That's the big global meeting to try to hash out an international agreement on climate change. New York Times climate reporter and blogger Andrew Revkin joins us to talk about Copenhagen and the continuing controversy over what's being dubbed "climate–gate." Unemployment Benefits One million people around the country could lose their unemployment benefits next month if Congress doesn't act. That's the finding of a new report from the National Employment Law Project and the Center for American Progress. How will this affect Washingtonians? 12:20 p.m. What Do Working Moms Want? Only 37 percent of working moms would prefer full–time work. Working dads are almost the mirror opposite; an overwhelming majority — 79 percent — say they would prefer full–time work. We'll talk to the author of the Pew Study on working moms. Why do most women say they would prefer part–time work? What's your experience as a working mom (or dad)? 12:40 p.m. Teaching Empathy We live in a violent world. Can we help solve that problem by teaching children empathy and emotional literacy? Mary Gordon thinks so. The Canadian educator has developed a program called Roots of Empathy that's enrolled more than a quarter million kids from Seattle to New Zealand. She joins us to talk about the evidence she says demonstrates that empathy lessons for small children reduces aggression, antisocial behavior and bullying. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-08,25510640 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 13:05:00 -0800 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25505518-Pension-Mess-Invasive-Snails-and-a-Proposed-Botax 12:00 p.m. Pension Mess Washington's oldest pension funds may not have enough money to cover retirees. How did that happen? And what will lawmakers do to fix it? Ross talks to Washington state's actuary. Olympia Snail Invasion New Zealand snails invade Olympia. Should we call homeland security, or pass the butter and garlic? John Ryan reports. How Much for a Root Canal? You can bid on plane tickets and hotel rooms online. A Seattle–based company is trying the same business model with medical procedures. 12:20 p.m. Pharmacists and Health Reform Jerry Seinfeld once joked that a pharmacist's whole job was taking pills from a big bottle and putting them in a little bottle. Actually pharmacists are highly trained health professionals who often know more about the effectiveness of drugs than doctors. We'll talk to one and take your calls. 12:40 p.m. Botax and Cosmetic Surgery The Senate is considering a 5 percent tax on elective cosmetic surgery. It's been dubbed the botax. Plastic ... 12:00 p.m. Pension Mess Washington's oldest pension funds may not have enough money to cover retirees. How did that happen? And what will lawmakers do to fix it? Ross talks to Washington state's actuary. Olympia Snail Invasion New Zealand snails invade Olympia. Should we call homeland security, or pass the butter and garlic? John Ryan reports. How Much for a Root Canal? You can bid on plane tickets and hotel rooms online. A Seattle–based company is trying the same business model with medical procedures. 12:20 p.m. Pharmacists and Health Reform Jerry Seinfeld once joked that a pharmacist's whole job was taking pills from a big bottle and putting them in a little bottle. Actually pharmacists are highly trained health professionals who often know more about the effectiveness of drugs than doctors. We'll talk to one and take your calls. 12:40 p.m. Botax and Cosmetic Surgery The Senate is considering a 5 percent tax on elective cosmetic surgery. It's been dubbed the botax. Plastic surgeons contend their clients are not all rich. One third of the people who get plastic surgery make less than $30,000 a year. And plastic surgeons are also say their work is good for the economy because people who get cosmetic surgery earn more money. What do you say? 12:00 p.m. Pension Mess Washington's oldest pension funds may not have enough money to cover retirees. How did that happen? And what will lawmakers do to fix it? Ross talks to Washington state's actuary. Olympia Snail Invasion New Zealand snails invade Olympia. Should we call homeland security, or pass the butter and garlic? John Ryan reports. How Much for a Root Canal? You can bid on plane tickets and hotel rooms online. A Seattle–based company is trying the same business model with medical procedures. 12:20 p.m. Pharmacists and Health Reform Jerry Seinfeld once joked that a pharmacist's whole job was taking pills from a big bottle and putting them in a little bottle. Actually pharmacists are highly trained health professionals who often know more about the effectiveness of drugs than doctors. We'll talk to one and take your calls. 12:40 p.m. Botax and Cosmetic Surgery The Senate is considering a 5 percent tax on elective cosmetic surgery. It's been dubbed the botax. Plastic surgeons contend their clients are not all rich. One third of the people who get plastic surgery make less than $30,000 a year. And plastic surgeons are also say their work is good for the economy because people who get cosmetic surgery earn more money. What do you say? tag:odeo.com,2009-12-07,25505518 Mon, 07 Dec 2009 13:05:00 -0800 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25492719-State-Tax-Hikes-the-Cost-of-Afghanistan-and-New-EPA-Administrator 12:00 p.m. New EPA Administrator We talk with EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson about her plans to rewrite the Toxic Substances Control Act. Data Centers Continued For now it's a hole in the ground near the State Capitol, but it will be one of the state's most expensive projects in a decade. It's the data center for all of Washington's vital information. Some lawmakers who approved the expenditure are having buyer's remorse. 12:20 p.m. War Surtax Congressmen Jim McDermott and David Obey from Wisconsin are sponsoring what's been called the "war tax bill." It would establish a temporary income surtax to offset the costs of U.S. operations in Afghanistan. Supporters say it will show people the cost of the conflict and instill a sense of shared sacrifice. Would you favor a war tax? 12:40 p.m. Tax Hike in Washington Governor Chris Gregoire says increased taxes will be necessary to deal with the state's $2.5 billion budget shortfall. We'll get reaction from state lawmakers and hear... 12:00 p.m. New EPA Administrator We talk with EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson about her plans to rewrite the Toxic Substances Control Act. Data Centers Continued For now it's a hole in the ground near the State Capitol, but it will be one of the state's most expensive projects in a decade. It's the data center for all of Washington's vital information. Some lawmakers who approved the expenditure are having buyer's remorse. 12:20 p.m. War Surtax Congressmen Jim McDermott and David Obey from Wisconsin are sponsoring what's been called the "war tax bill." It would establish a temporary income surtax to offset the costs of U.S. operations in Afghanistan. Supporters say it will show people the cost of the conflict and instill a sense of shared sacrifice. Would you favor a war tax? 12:40 p.m. Tax Hike in Washington Governor Chris Gregoire says increased taxes will be necessary to deal with the state's $2.5 billion budget shortfall. We'll get reaction from state lawmakers and hear what you have to say. 12:00 p.m. New EPA Administrator We talk with EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson about her plans to rewrite the Toxic Substances Control Act. Data Centers Continued For now it's a hole in the ground near the State Capitol, but it will be one of the state's most expensive projects in a decade. It's the data center for all of Washington's vital information. Some lawmakers who approved the expenditure are having buyer's remorse. 12:20 p.m. War Surtax Congressmen Jim McDermott and David Obey from Wisconsin are sponsoring what's been called the "war tax bill." It would establish a temporary income surtax to offset the costs of U.S. operations in Afghanistan. Supporters say it will show people the cost of the conflict and instill a sense of shared sacrifice. Would you favor a war tax? 12:40 p.m. Tax Hike in Washington Governor Chris Gregoire says increased taxes will be necessary to deal with the state's $2.5 billion budget shortfall. We'll get reaction from state lawmakers and hear what you have to say. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-04,25492719 Fri, 04 Dec 2009 13:05:00 -0800 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25487132-The-Future-of-TV-and-the-New-520-Bridge-Plan 12:00 p.m. Domestic Partnership Benefits Begin Washington's expanded domestic partnership law takes effect today. It gives same–sex couples and non–married elderly partners the same rights as married people, including the ability to make important medical decisions for their partners in emergency situations. Sexual Assault on Campus A new Justice Department report says roughly one in five women who attend college become the victim of rape or attempted rape by the time they graduate. How well do colleges and universities handle these cases? Filibustering Health Reform and a Climate Treaty The threat of a Senate filibuster will likely prevent the U.S. from ratifying any international climate treaty that emerges at the Copenhagen talks this month. It's also a huge obstacle to a public option in health care reform. Has the Senate filibuster always been this tough to beat? If so, how did our ancestors ever get anything done? 12:20 p.m. The Future of Television Once upon a tim... 12:00 p.m. Domestic Partnership Benefits Begin Washington's expanded domestic partnership law takes effect today. It gives same–sex couples and non–married elderly partners the same rights as married people, including the ability to make important medical decisions for their partners in emergency situations. Sexual Assault on Campus A new Justice Department report says roughly one in five women who attend college become the victim of rape or attempted rape by the time they graduate. How well do colleges and universities handle these cases? Filibustering Health Reform and a Climate Treaty The threat of a Senate filibuster will likely prevent the U.S. from ratifying any international climate treaty that emerges at the Copenhagen talks this month. It's also a huge obstacle to a public option in health care reform. Has the Senate filibuster always been this tough to beat? If so, how did our ancestors ever get anything done? 12:20 p.m. The Future of Television Once upon a time we watched television from three major TV networks. Then cable TV offered us dozens of new choices. Now, TV is coming at us from satellites, the Internet and even our cell phones. The choices are likely to expand, now that cable TV company Comcast plans to buy NBC Universal. What's all this mean to you? We'll explore the future of TV. 12:40 p.m. The Future of the 520 Bridge A draft plan for replacing a section of state Route 520 includes lids over the highway and a new bridge over Lake Washington. We'll get details from the Washington State Department of Transportation. Call us with your questions. Washington's New Data Center A $300 million data center is currently going up on the edge of the Capitol campus in Olympia. It's one of the priciest state construction projects in a decade — on the scale of Seattle's Qwest Field. Some lawmakers want to revisit their expensive decision to approve the project. Olympia Correspondent Austin Jenkins brings us part two of his series, "The Data Center Debate." 12:00 p.m. Domestic Partnership Benefits Begin Washington's expanded domestic partnership law takes effect today. It gives same–sex couples and non–married elderly partners the same rights as married people, including the ability to make important medical decisions for their partners in emergency situations. Sexual Assault on Campus A new Justice Department report says roughly one in five women who attend college become the victim of rape or attempted rape by the time they graduate. How well do colleges and universities handle these cases? Filibustering Health Reform and a Climate Treaty The threat of a Senate filibuster will likely prevent the U.S. from ratifying any international climate treaty that emerges at the Copenhagen talks this month. It's also a huge obstacle to a public option in health care reform. Has the Senate filibuster always been this tough to beat? If so, how did our ancestors ever get anything done? 12:20 p.m. The Future of Television Once upon a time we watched television from three major TV networks. Then cable TV offered us dozens of new choices. Now, TV is coming at us from satellites, the Internet and even our cell phones. The choices are likely to expand, now that cable TV company Comcast plans to buy NBC Universal. What's all this mean to you? We'll explore the future of TV. 12:40 p.m. The Future of the 520 Bridge A draft plan for replacing a section of state Route 520 includes lids over the highway and a new bridge over Lake Washington. We'll get details from the Washington State Department of Transportation. Call us with your questions. Washington's New Data Center A $300 million data center is currently going up on the edge of the Capitol campus in Olympia. It's one of the priciest state construction projects in a decade — on the scale of Seattle's Qwest Field. Some lawmakers want to revisit their expensive decision to approve the project. Olympia Correspondent Austin Jenkins brings us part two of his series, "The Data Center Debate." tag:odeo.com,2009-12-03,25487132 Thu, 03 Dec 2009 13:05:00 -0800 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25481724-An-Escalation-and-an-Exit-Plan-for-Afghanistan 12:00 p.m. New State Data Center Even as state government looks at cutting the budget, it's embarking on one of the most expensive public works projects in a decade. It will build a new $300 million data center for electronic storage of critical information for state finances, child protective services, and criminal records. But critics say it's not going to fix the real problems with the state's database. Wikipedia's Jimmy Wales A recent report says that Wikipedia is losing contributors at a rapid pace. Is the online encyclopedia running out of steam? We'll talk to Wikipedia cofounder Jimmy Wales. 12:20 p.m. Obama's Plan for Afghanistan Last night, President Obama announced a troop surge for Afghanistan; 30,000 more U.S. soldiers are headed there to disrupt, dismantle and defeat al Qaeda in Afghanistan and reverse the Taliban's momentum. The president also announced a plan to begin troop withdrawals by July 2011. Do you support President Obama's Afghanistan policy? 12:40 p.m. More ... 12:00 p.m. New State Data Center Even as state government looks at cutting the budget, it's embarking on one of the most expensive public works projects in a decade. It will build a new $300 million data center for electronic storage of critical information for state finances, child protective services, and criminal records. But critics say it's not going to fix the real problems with the state's database. Wikipedia's Jimmy Wales A recent report says that Wikipedia is losing contributors at a rapid pace. Is the online encyclopedia running out of steam? We'll talk to Wikipedia cofounder Jimmy Wales. 12:20 p.m. Obama's Plan for Afghanistan Last night, President Obama announced a troop surge for Afghanistan; 30,000 more U.S. soldiers are headed there to disrupt, dismantle and defeat al Qaeda in Afghanistan and reverse the Taliban's momentum. The president also announced a plan to begin troop withdrawals by July 2011. Do you support President Obama's Afghanistan policy? 12:40 p.m. More on Obama's Afghanistan Address Further reaction to President Obama's Afghanistan address. Congressman Jim McDermott does not support the policy. He'll explain why. We'll also hear from Congressman Adam Smith, and take your calls. 12:00 p.m. New State Data Center Even as state government looks at cutting the budget, it's embarking on one of the most expensive public works projects in a decade. It will build a new $300 million data center for electronic storage of critical information for state finances, child protective services, and criminal records. But critics say it's not going to fix the real problems with the state's database. Wikipedia's Jimmy Wales A recent report says that Wikipedia is losing contributors at a rapid pace. Is the online encyclopedia running out of steam? We'll talk to Wikipedia cofounder Jimmy Wales. 12:20 p.m. Obama's Plan for Afghanistan Last night, President Obama announced a troop surge for Afghanistan; 30,000 more U.S. soldiers are headed there to disrupt, dismantle and defeat al Qaeda in Afghanistan and reverse the Taliban's momentum. The president also announced a plan to begin troop withdrawals by July 2011. Do you support President Obama's Afghanistan policy? 12:40 p.m. More on Obama's Afghanistan Address Further reaction to President Obama's Afghanistan address. Congressman Jim McDermott does not support the policy. He'll explain why. We'll also hear from Congressman Adam Smith, and take your calls. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-02,25481724 Wed, 02 Dec 2009 13:05:00 -0800 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25467077-Lakewood-Police-Shooting-Catching-Loneliness-and-How-Markets-Fail 12:00 p.m. #washooting Suspected cop killer Maurice Clemmons may be dead, but police are still after a half dozen people who helped hide him. Questions have emerged about his release from jail after he displayed signs of a mental breakdown. World AIDS Day We'll find out the latest on the spread of AIDS, treatment, and work on a cure from Dr. Matt Golden at the University of Washington. 12:20 p.m. Catching Loneliness Loneliness is contagious. That's the finding in a recent 10 year study of 5,100 lonely people. We talk to one of the coauthors. Are you lonely? How have you beaten loneliness? 12:40 p.m. How Markets Fail New Yorker writer John Cassidy says the Great Recession didn't come about because of greed or stupidity. It occurred because traditional economic theory can't deal with financial bubbles. He explains in his new book "How Markets Fail. " 12:00 p.m. #washooting Suspected cop killer Maurice Clemmons may be dead, but police are still after a half dozen people who helped hide him. Questions have emerged about his release from jail after he displayed signs of a mental breakdown. World AIDS Day We'll find out the latest on the spread of AIDS, treatment, and work on a cure from Dr. Matt Golden at the University of Washington. 12:20 p.m. Catching Loneliness Loneliness is contagious. That's the finding in a recent 10 year study of 5,100 lonely people. We talk to one of the coauthors. Are you lonely? How have you beaten loneliness? 12:40 p.m. How Markets Fail New Yorker writer John Cassidy says the Great Recession didn't come about because of greed or stupidity. It occurred because traditional economic theory can't deal with financial bubbles. He explains in his new book "How Markets Fail. " 12:00 p.m. #washooting Suspected cop killer Maurice Clemmons may be dead, but police are still after a half dozen people who helped hide him. Questions have emerged about his release from jail after he displayed signs of a mental breakdown. World AIDS Day We'll find out the latest on the spread of AIDS, treatment, and work on a cure from Dr. Matt Golden at the University of Washington. 12:20 p.m. Catching Loneliness Loneliness is contagious. That's the finding in a recent 10 year study of 5,100 lonely people. We talk to one of the coauthors. Are you lonely? How have you beaten loneliness? 12:40 p.m. How Markets Fail New Yorker writer John Cassidy says the Great Recession didn't come about because of greed or stupidity. It occurred because traditional economic theory can't deal with financial bubbles. He explains in his new book "How Markets Fail. " tag:odeo.com,2009-12-01,25467077 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 13:05:00 -0800 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25467078-Ten-Year-Anniversary-of-WTO-and-the-Hunt-for-a-Suspected-Cop-Killer 12:00 p.m. Lakewood Shooter Authorities continue their hunt for a man suspected of killing four police officers in a Lakewood coffee shop yesterday. Maurice Clemmons is also wanted on a fugitive warrant from Arkansas. He is at large and considered dangerous. Why was he released on bail? Ten Years after the WTO Ten years ago today the World Trade Organization meeting was scheduled to open in downtown Seattle. WTO leaders hoped to expand trade agreements. Civic leaders thought it would cement the city's position in world trade. Protestors wanted to stop it. What happened at the battle in Seattle? 12:20 p.m. Remembering WTO We listen back to the sounds of protesters, riot police and tear gas canisters as they all clashed on Seattle streets ten years ago during the WTO protests. 12:40 p.m. The Legacy of the WTO We talk with Norm Stamper, chief of the Seattle Police Department during the Seattle WTO talks, and filmmaker Jill Freidberg. What are your memories of the protests ten years ago... 12:00 p.m. Lakewood Shooter Authorities continue their hunt for a man suspected of killing four police officers in a Lakewood coffee shop yesterday. Maurice Clemmons is also wanted on a fugitive warrant from Arkansas. He is at large and considered dangerous. Why was he released on bail? Ten Years after the WTO Ten years ago today the World Trade Organization meeting was scheduled to open in downtown Seattle. WTO leaders hoped to expand trade agreements. Civic leaders thought it would cement the city's position in world trade. Protestors wanted to stop it. What happened at the battle in Seattle? 12:20 p.m. Remembering WTO We listen back to the sounds of protesters, riot police and tear gas canisters as they all clashed on Seattle streets ten years ago during the WTO protests. 12:40 p.m. The Legacy of the WTO We talk with Norm Stamper, chief of the Seattle Police Department during the Seattle WTO talks, and filmmaker Jill Freidberg. What are your memories of the protests ten years ago? What's the legacy? 12:00 p.m. Lakewood Shooter Authorities continue their hunt for a man suspected of killing four police officers in a Lakewood coffee shop yesterday. Maurice Clemmons is also wanted on a fugitive warrant from Arkansas. He is at large and considered dangerous. Why was he released on bail? Ten Years after the WTO Ten years ago today the World Trade Organization meeting was scheduled to open in downtown Seattle. WTO leaders hoped to expand trade agreements. Civic leaders thought it would cement the city's position in world trade. Protestors wanted to stop it. What happened at the battle in Seattle? 12:20 p.m. Remembering WTO We listen back to the sounds of protesters, riot police and tear gas canisters as they all clashed on Seattle streets ten years ago during the WTO protests. 12:40 p.m. The Legacy of the WTO We talk with Norm Stamper, chief of the Seattle Police Department during the Seattle WTO talks, and filmmaker Jill Freidberg. What are your memories of the protests ten years ago? What's the legacy? tag:odeo.com,2009-11-30,25467078 Mon, 30 Nov 2009 13:05:00 -0800 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25467079-Congressman-Jay-Inslee-and-NY-Times-Economics-Reporter-Peter-Goodman 12:00 p.m. Budget Cuts to WSU Extension The new King County budget zeroes out support for 4–H, nutrition education and the Master Gardener program. The Washington State University Cooperative Extension runs the programs. We talk to the director. Naked at the Airport? The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) said this week it plans to expand its whole–body imaging program, and Sea–Tac Airport is set to get five units early next year. Will your privacy be preserved? We'll talk to the TSA. Holiday Travel Tips It's the biggest travel season of the year. Travel writer Harriet Baskas provides tips in case you get stuck at the airport. 12:20 p.m. Rep. Jay Inslee on Energy and Health Care Washington 1st Congressional District Representative Jay Inslee joins us to talk about his signature issue — clean energy — and the upcoming global climate summit in Copenhagen. We'll also talk about health care and take your calls. 12:40 p.m. "The End of Easy Mon... 12:00 p.m. Budget Cuts to WSU Extension The new King County budget zeroes out support for 4–H, nutrition education and the Master Gardener program. The Washington State University Cooperative Extension runs the programs. We talk to the director. Naked at the Airport? The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) said this week it plans to expand its whole–body imaging program, and Sea–Tac Airport is set to get five units early next year. Will your privacy be preserved? We'll talk to the TSA. Holiday Travel Tips It's the biggest travel season of the year. Travel writer Harriet Baskas provides tips in case you get stuck at the airport. 12:20 p.m. Rep. Jay Inslee on Energy and Health Care Washington 1st Congressional District Representative Jay Inslee joins us to talk about his signature issue — clean energy — and the upcoming global climate summit in Copenhagen. We'll also talk about health care and take your calls. 12:40 p.m. "The End of Easy Money" New York Times economics correspondent Peter Goodman crisscrossed the country to tell the stories of people caught up in the financial crisis. He explains how we got into this mess and offer some thoughts on how we can get out. 12:00 p.m. Budget Cuts to WSU Extension The new King County budget zeroes out support for 4–H, nutrition education and the Master Gardener program. The Washington State University Cooperative Extension runs the programs. We talk to the director. Naked at the Airport? The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) said this week it plans to expand its whole–body imaging program, and Sea–Tac Airport is set to get five units early next year. Will your privacy be preserved? We'll talk to the TSA. Holiday Travel Tips It's the biggest travel season of the year. Travel writer Harriet Baskas provides tips in case you get stuck at the airport. 12:20 p.m. Rep. Jay Inslee on Energy and Health Care Washington 1st Congressional District Representative Jay Inslee joins us to talk about his signature issue — clean energy — and the upcoming global climate summit in Copenhagen. We'll also talk about health care and take your calls. 12:40 p.m. "The End of Easy Money" New York Times economics correspondent Peter Goodman crisscrossed the country to tell the stories of people caught up in the financial crisis. He explains how we got into this mess and offer some thoughts on how we can get out. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-25,25467079 Wed, 25 Nov 2009 13:05:00 -0800 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25467082-State-Route-520-Bridge-Plan-and-Can-You-Be-Good-Without-God 12:00 p.m. State Route 520 Bridge Replacement There's a new plan for replacing the state Route 520 Bridge. The Seattle City Council gets briefed this morning and we'll brief you at noon. Port of Seattle Lowers Levy The Port of Seattle is reducing its tax rate, but some Port Commissioners think it should have been dropped even more. Copenhagen Climate Report An updated report on climate change assembled for the Copenhagen Summit next month has more bad news. We'll talk to a University of Washington scientist who helped write it. Green Homes, Red Tape KUOW correspondent Tom Banse reports that new energy efficient home building standards are headed for trouble in the upcoming session of the state legislature. 12:20 p.m. 'Good Without God' Harvard University has a Humanist chaplain. He's also an atheist. We'll talk to Greg Epstein about his book "Good Without God: What a Billion Nonreligious People Do Believe." 12:40 p.m. Mixology 101 The inventor of the Cosmo and a bartender ... 12:00 p.m. State Route 520 Bridge Replacement There's a new plan for replacing the state Route 520 Bridge. The Seattle City Council gets briefed this morning and we'll brief you at noon. Port of Seattle Lowers Levy The Port of Seattle is reducing its tax rate, but some Port Commissioners think it should have been dropped even more. Copenhagen Climate Report An updated report on climate change assembled for the Copenhagen Summit next month has more bad news. We'll talk to a University of Washington scientist who helped write it. Green Homes, Red Tape KUOW correspondent Tom Banse reports that new energy efficient home building standards are headed for trouble in the upcoming session of the state legislature. 12:20 p.m. 'Good Without God' Harvard University has a Humanist chaplain. He's also an atheist. We'll talk to Greg Epstein about his book "Good Without God: What a Billion Nonreligious People Do Believe." 12:40 p.m. Mixology 101 The inventor of the Cosmo and a bartender at New York City's Death & Co. join us in the studio for a cocktail roundtable. 12:00 p.m. State Route 520 Bridge Replacement There's a new plan for replacing the state Route 520 Bridge. The Seattle City Council gets briefed this morning and we'll brief you at noon. Port of Seattle Lowers Levy The Port of Seattle is reducing its tax rate, but some Port Commissioners think it should have been dropped even more. Copenhagen Climate Report An updated report on climate change assembled for the Copenhagen Summit next month has more bad news. We'll talk to a University of Washington scientist who helped write it. Green Homes, Red Tape KUOW correspondent Tom Banse reports that new energy efficient home building standards are headed for trouble in the upcoming session of the state legislature. 12:20 p.m. 'Good Without God' Harvard University has a Humanist chaplain. He's also an atheist. We'll talk to Greg Epstein about his book "Good Without God: What a Billion Nonreligious People Do Believe." 12:40 p.m. Mixology 101 The inventor of the Cosmo and a bartender at New York City's Death & Co. join us in the studio for a cocktail roundtable. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-24,25467082 Tue, 24 Nov 2009 13:05:00 -0800 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25467083-U-S-Attorney-Jenny-Durkan-New-Seattle-Snow-Plan-and-Scroogenomics 12:00 p.m. Microsoft and State Taxes Is Microsoft dodging state taxes? Former employee Jeff Reifman thinks so. He says Microsoft may be violating the law by recording its estimated $18 billion in licensing revenue through a corporate office in Reno, Nevada. Dealing with Nuisance Properties The Seattle City Council is poised to get tough on businesses or motels where there have been many cases of drug dealing, prostitution and weapons violations. Under the proposed law they would be designated "chronic nuisance properties," and subject to tougher sanctions. The ACLU objects to the ordinance. We hear from both sides. Dashing Through the Snow? Seattle's Department of Transportation unveiled its new plan to deal with snow removal to the city council this morning. Councilman Tim Burgess will fill us in. 12:20 p.m. New U.S. Attorney Jenny Durkan is the new U.S. Attorney for Western Washington. She will lead an Attorney General's subcommittee on cybercrimes and intellectual property. We'll... 12:00 p.m. Microsoft and State Taxes Is Microsoft dodging state taxes? Former employee Jeff Reifman thinks so. He says Microsoft may be violating the law by recording its estimated $18 billion in licensing revenue through a corporate office in Reno, Nevada. Dealing with Nuisance Properties The Seattle City Council is poised to get tough on businesses or motels where there have been many cases of drug dealing, prostitution and weapons violations. Under the proposed law they would be designated "chronic nuisance properties," and subject to tougher sanctions. The ACLU objects to the ordinance. We hear from both sides. Dashing Through the Snow? Seattle's Department of Transportation unveiled its new plan to deal with snow removal to the city council this morning. Councilman Tim Burgess will fill us in. 12:20 p.m. New U.S. Attorney Jenny Durkan is the new U.S. Attorney for Western Washington. She will lead an Attorney General's subcommittee on cybercrimes and intellectual property. We'll hear from Jenny Durkan about her priorities as the top federal prosecutor for 78 percent of Washingtonians. 12:40 p.m. 'Scroogenomics' Economist Joel Waldfogel sees Christmas as a large and organized institution for value destruction. He purports to show that the satisfaction we get from holiday gifts is much less than the money spent. Waldfogel outlines his theory in a new book called "Scroogenomics." He also offers solutions he thinks can make gift giving a force for good. Tell Scrooge what you think. 12:00 p.m. Microsoft and State Taxes Is Microsoft dodging state taxes? Former employee Jeff Reifman thinks so. He says Microsoft may be violating the law by recording its estimated $18 billion in licensing revenue through a corporate office in Reno, Nevada. Dealing with Nuisance Properties The Seattle City Council is poised to get tough on businesses or motels where there have been many cases of drug dealing, prostitution and weapons violations. Under the proposed law they would be designated "chronic nuisance properties," and subject to tougher sanctions. The ACLU objects to the ordinance. We hear from both sides. Dashing Through the Snow? Seattle's Department of Transportation unveiled its new plan to deal with snow removal to the city council this morning. Councilman Tim Burgess will fill us in. 12:20 p.m. New U.S. Attorney Jenny Durkan is the new U.S. Attorney for Western Washington. She will lead an Attorney General's subcommittee on cybercrimes and intellectual property. We'll hear from Jenny Durkan about her priorities as the top federal prosecutor for 78 percent of Washingtonians. 12:40 p.m. 'Scroogenomics' Economist Joel Waldfogel sees Christmas as a large and organized institution for value destruction. He purports to show that the satisfaction we get from holiday gifts is much less than the money spent. Waldfogel outlines his theory in a new book called "Scroogenomics." He also offers solutions he thinks can make gift giving a force for good. Tell Scrooge what you think. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-23,25467083 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 13:05:00 -0800 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25467085-The-New-Yorker-s-Hendrik-Hertzberg-Hunger-at-Home-and-How-to-Avoid-Prison 12:00 p.m. Attorney General on Electric Rate Hike Puget Sound Energy wants electric and gas rate hikes. Washington Attorney General Rob McKenna calls them excessive and unsupported. He joins us to explains why. Dorn on Graduation Requirements State Superintendent Randy Dorn is coming under fire for his proposal to change graduation requirements in math and science. He joins us to defend his plan. Tech Sector's Jobless Recovery The economic recovery seems to have begun, but where are the jobs? We'll hear about the jobless recovery in the tech sector here in Western Washington. 12:20 p.m. Hunger in America An estimated 15 percent of all Americans had trouble getting enough food at some point last year. That's up from 11 percent from the previous year. We'll find out how we're doing in Washington. The If Project A police officer asked female jail inmates if anyone could have said or done something to prevent them from getting in trouble with the law. That simple question prompted deep ... 12:00 p.m. Attorney General on Electric Rate Hike Puget Sound Energy wants electric and gas rate hikes. Washington Attorney General Rob McKenna calls them excessive and unsupported. He joins us to explains why. Dorn on Graduation Requirements State Superintendent Randy Dorn is coming under fire for his proposal to change graduation requirements in math and science. He joins us to defend his plan. Tech Sector's Jobless Recovery The economic recovery seems to have begun, but where are the jobs? We'll hear about the jobless recovery in the tech sector here in Western Washington. 12:20 p.m. Hunger in America An estimated 15 percent of all Americans had trouble getting enough food at some point last year. That's up from 11 percent from the previous year. We'll find out how we're doing in Washington. The If Project A police officer asked female jail inmates if anyone could have said or done something to prevent them from getting in trouble with the law. That simple question prompted deep responses and launched "The If Project." We'll meet the detective and the inmate who kicked it off. 12:40 p.m. Hendrik Hertzberg on Politics Hendrik Hertzberg writes left–leaning political essays for The New Yorker magazine. He joins us to talk about the Obama administration, health care reform, and his new book of essays called "Obamanos: The Birth of a New Political Era." 12:00 p.m. Attorney General on Electric Rate Hike Puget Sound Energy wants electric and gas rate hikes. Washington Attorney General Rob McKenna calls them excessive and unsupported. He joins us to explains why. Dorn on Graduation Requirements State Superintendent Randy Dorn is coming under fire for his proposal to change graduation requirements in math and science. He joins us to defend his plan. Tech Sector's Jobless Recovery The economic recovery seems to have begun, but where are the jobs? We'll hear about the jobless recovery in the tech sector here in Western Washington. 12:20 p.m. Hunger in America An estimated 15 percent of all Americans had trouble getting enough food at some point last year. That's up from 11 percent from the previous year. We'll find out how we're doing in Washington. The If Project A police officer asked female jail inmates if anyone could have said or done something to prevent them from getting in trouble with the law. That simple question prompted deep responses and launched "The If Project." We'll meet the detective and the inmate who kicked it off. 12:40 p.m. Hendrik Hertzberg on Politics Hendrik Hertzberg writes left–leaning political essays for The New Yorker magazine. He joins us to talk about the Obama administration, health care reform, and his new book of essays called "Obamanos: The Birth of a New Political Era." tag:odeo.com,2009-11-20,25467085 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:05:00 -0800 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25467086-Cornel-West-s-New-Memoir-Winter-Olympics-Tickets-and-State-Revenue 12:00 p.m. State Revenue Down $760 Million A new state revenue forecast is out today. State officials have been bracing for a shock to the system. We bring you the bad news and the good news. New State Math and Science Requirements Superintendent of Public Instruction Randy Dorn announces a change to the state's math and science tests required for graduation. And a delay to the math requirement. We get reactions from the business community. Neighborhood–Based Schooling is Back Seattle schools become neighborhood schools again under a new student assignment plan. Phyllis Fletcher reports. 12:20 p.m. Your Winter Olympic Plans The Winter Olympics are right next door in British Columbia next February. Are you going? We'll talk to Seattle Times reporter Ron Judd who's been writing about the difficulties you might have finding tickets and a hotel. Have you been to the Olympics? Share your tales of Olympic triumph or woe. 12:40 p.m. Cornel West on Religion, Academics and Life Dr. Cor... 12:00 p.m. State Revenue Down $760 Million A new state revenue forecast is out today. State officials have been bracing for a shock to the system. We bring you the bad news and the good news. New State Math and Science Requirements Superintendent of Public Instruction Randy Dorn announces a change to the state's math and science tests required for graduation. And a delay to the math requirement. We get reactions from the business community. Neighborhood–Based Schooling is Back Seattle schools become neighborhood schools again under a new student assignment plan. Phyllis Fletcher reports. 12:20 p.m. Your Winter Olympic Plans The Winter Olympics are right next door in British Columbia next February. Are you going? We'll talk to Seattle Times reporter Ron Judd who's been writing about the difficulties you might have finding tickets and a hotel. Have you been to the Olympics? Share your tales of Olympic triumph or woe. 12:40 p.m. Cornel West on Religion, Academics and Life Dr. Cornel West joins us to talk about how he reconciles his deep belief in Jesus Christ with his love of academic inquiry. The Princeton professor's new book is titled "Brother West: Living and Loving Out Loud, A Memoir." 12:00 p.m. State Revenue Down $760 Million A new state revenue forecast is out today. State officials have been bracing for a shock to the system. We bring you the bad news and the good news. New State Math and Science Requirements Superintendent of Public Instruction Randy Dorn announces a change to the state's math and science tests required for graduation. And a delay to the math requirement. We get reactions from the business community. Neighborhood–Based Schooling is Back Seattle schools become neighborhood schools again under a new student assignment plan. Phyllis Fletcher reports. 12:20 p.m. Your Winter Olympic Plans The Winter Olympics are right next door in British Columbia next February. Are you going? We'll talk to Seattle Times reporter Ron Judd who's been writing about the difficulties you might have finding tickets and a hotel. Have you been to the Olympics? Share your tales of Olympic triumph or woe. 12:40 p.m. Cornel West on Religion, Academics and Life Dr. Cornel West joins us to talk about how he reconciles his deep belief in Jesus Christ with his love of academic inquiry. The Princeton professor's new book is titled "Brother West: Living and Loving Out Loud, A Memoir." tag:odeo.com,2009-11-19,25467086 Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:05:00 -0800 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25467088-Former-Vice-President-Al-Gore 12:00 p.m. Former Vice President Al Gore He won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2007; today he focuses on global climate change, sustainable investing and a company called Current TV. His new book, "Our Choice: A Plan to Solve the Climate Crisis," is a practical guide that calls for us to change the way we think. We'll talk about upcoming Copenhagen climate summit and the sustainable investment company he co–founded. 12:00 p.m. Former Vice President Al Gore He won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2007; today he focuses on global climate change, sustainable investing and a company called Current TV. His new book, "Our Choice: A Plan to Solve the Climate Crisis," is a practical guide that calls for us to change the way we think. We'll talk about upcoming Copenhagen climate summit and the sustainable investment company he co–founded. 12:00 p.m. Former Vice President Al Gore He won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2007; today he focuses on global climate change, sustainable investing and a company called Current TV. His new book, "Our Choice: A Plan to Solve the Climate Crisis," is a practical guide that calls for us to change the way we think. We'll talk about upcoming Copenhagen climate summit and the sustainable investment company he co–founded. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-18,25467088 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:05:00 -0800 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25467090-Change-to-Mammogram-Guidelines-Denialism-and-a-Styrofoam-Ban 12:00 p.m. Ban on Styrofoam Issaquah joins Seattle and other communities in banning Styrofoam containers. It's Electric Seattleites are facing a double–digit electric rate hike. We'll talk to the superintendent of Seattle City Light and find out why. Health Care vs. Health Insurance Members of a local union have the option of choosing Qliance, a health care service that gives members unlimited visits to their doctor for routine care. KUOW's Ruby de Luna explains how it works. 12:20 p.m. Mammogram Guidelines The U.S. Prevention Services Task Force has reversed its guidelines and now says that most women should start regular breast cancer screening at age 50, not 40. We'll talk to a UW researcher who was part of the study recommending the change. 12:40 p.m. 'Denialism' A majority of Americans say they will not get the swine flu vaccine. It's an example of what New Yorker writer Michael Specter calls denialism: an irrational predisposition to ignore logic and scientific evidence.... 12:00 p.m. Ban on Styrofoam Issaquah joins Seattle and other communities in banning Styrofoam containers. It's Electric Seattleites are facing a double–digit electric rate hike. We'll talk to the superintendent of Seattle City Light and find out why. Health Care vs. Health Insurance Members of a local union have the option of choosing Qliance, a health care service that gives members unlimited visits to their doctor for routine care. KUOW's Ruby de Luna explains how it works. 12:20 p.m. Mammogram Guidelines The U.S. Prevention Services Task Force has reversed its guidelines and now says that most women should start regular breast cancer screening at age 50, not 40. We'll talk to a UW researcher who was part of the study recommending the change. 12:40 p.m. 'Denialism' A majority of Americans say they will not get the swine flu vaccine. It's an example of what New Yorker writer Michael Specter calls denialism: an irrational predisposition to ignore logic and scientific evidence. "Denialism" is Specter's new book, subtitled "How Irrational Thinking Hinders Scientific Progress, Harms The Planet, and Threatens our Lives." He looks at the reasons for public doubt, like the Vioxx scandal, but argues that we've gone beyond reasonable skepticism to a harmful cynicism. 12:00 p.m. Ban on Styrofoam Issaquah joins Seattle and other communities in banning Styrofoam containers. It's Electric Seattleites are facing a double–digit electric rate hike. We'll talk to the superintendent of Seattle City Light and find out why. Health Care vs. Health Insurance Members of a local union have the option of choosing Qliance, a health care service that gives members unlimited visits to their doctor for routine care. KUOW's Ruby de Luna explains how it works. 12:20 p.m. Mammogram Guidelines The U.S. Prevention Services Task Force has reversed its guidelines and now says that most women should start regular breast cancer screening at age 50, not 40. We'll talk to a UW researcher who was part of the study recommending the change. 12:40 p.m. 'Denialism' A majority of Americans say they will not get the swine flu vaccine. It's an example of what New Yorker writer Michael Specter calls denialism: an irrational predisposition to ignore logic and scientific evidence. "Denialism" is Specter's new book, subtitled "How Irrational Thinking Hinders Scientific Progress, Harms The Planet, and Threatens our Lives." He looks at the reasons for public doubt, like the Vioxx scandal, but argues that we've gone beyond reasonable skepticism to a harmful cynicism. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-17,25467090 Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:05:00 -0800 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25467091-Weather-Update-Weight-Loss-Incentives-and-Going-Viral 12:00 p.m. Wild Weather Cliff Mass updates us on the fierce windstorm pummeling Washington. Hospital Expansion Amy Radil reports on the controversy over the expansion of Seattle Children's Hospital. Where It's Always 4:20 A new cannabis cafe opens in Portland. 12:20 p.m. Incentivizing Weight Loss One of the wellness initiatives in the new health care reform package is aimed at reducing obesity. But some are fighting it. They say we can be healthy at any size. We'll hear from Linda Bacon, author of "Health at Every Size," and Richard Hamburg, deputy director of the Trust for America's Health. 12:40 p.m. Going Viral Going viral is bad when you're talking about H1N1. But going viral is very good when you're starting a business or social movement. The humor Website "I Can Has Cheezburger" is an example of how an idea, no matter how goofy, can go viral on the Web. We'll hear from the new executive of Seattle–based Cheezburger Network and Adam Penenberg, author o... 12:00 p.m. Wild Weather Cliff Mass updates us on the fierce windstorm pummeling Washington. Hospital Expansion Amy Radil reports on the controversy over the expansion of Seattle Children's Hospital. Where It's Always 4:20 A new cannabis cafe opens in Portland. 12:20 p.m. Incentivizing Weight Loss One of the wellness initiatives in the new health care reform package is aimed at reducing obesity. But some are fighting it. They say we can be healthy at any size. We'll hear from Linda Bacon, author of "Health at Every Size," and Richard Hamburg, deputy director of the Trust for America's Health. 12:40 p.m. Going Viral Going viral is bad when you're talking about H1N1. But going viral is very good when you're starting a business or social movement. The humor Website "I Can Has Cheezburger" is an example of how an idea, no matter how goofy, can go viral on the Web. We'll hear from the new executive of Seattle–based Cheezburger Network and Adam Penenberg, author of "Viral Loop." 12:00 p.m. Wild Weather Cliff Mass updates us on the fierce windstorm pummeling Washington. Hospital Expansion Amy Radil reports on the controversy over the expansion of Seattle Children's Hospital. Where It's Always 4:20 A new cannabis cafe opens in Portland. 12:20 p.m. Incentivizing Weight Loss One of the wellness initiatives in the new health care reform package is aimed at reducing obesity. But some are fighting it. They say we can be healthy at any size. We'll hear from Linda Bacon, author of "Health at Every Size," and Richard Hamburg, deputy director of the Trust for America's Health. 12:40 p.m. Going Viral Going viral is bad when you're talking about H1N1. But going viral is very good when you're starting a business or social movement. The humor Website "I Can Has Cheezburger" is an example of how an idea, no matter how goofy, can go viral on the Web. We'll hear from the new executive of Seattle–based Cheezburger Network and Adam Penenberg, author of "Viral Loop." tag:odeo.com,2009-11-16,25467091 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 13:05:00 -0800 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25447542-Greenwood-Arsonist-Health-Care-Reform-Nightclub-Closures-and-Obsolescence 12:00 p.m. Arsonist Caught? Seattle Police have a person of interest in custody in connection the string of arsons in Seattle's Greenwood neighborhood. Hospital Pay The executive of the non–profit Valley Medical Center got a $1.7 million retirement bonus. And he's still on the job. John Ryan reports. Sprinkler Blues at Local Clubs A new law requiring expensive sprinkler systems in small performance spaces is causing some local clubs to stop the music. One of them is the popular Capitol Hill nightspot, The War Room. Co–owner Brian Rauschenbach joins us. 12:20 p.m. A Different Take on Health Care Reform Harvard Economist David Cutler was on board for the failed Clinton Administration run at health insurance reform. Cutler thinks free market incentives can make doctors and hospitals more effective and more efficient. We'll talk to him about how that would work. 12:40 p.m. Things We Used To Do Once we used clothes lines. Now we have clothes driers. Once the slide rule was th... 12:00 p.m. Arsonist Caught? Seattle Police have a person of interest in custody in connection the string of arsons in Seattle's Greenwood neighborhood. Hospital Pay The executive of the non–profit Valley Medical Center got a $1.7 million retirement bonus. And he's still on the job. John Ryan reports. Sprinkler Blues at Local Clubs A new law requiring expensive sprinkler systems in small performance spaces is causing some local clubs to stop the music. One of them is the popular Capitol Hill nightspot, The War Room. Co–owner Brian Rauschenbach joins us. 12:20 p.m. A Different Take on Health Care Reform Harvard Economist David Cutler was on board for the failed Clinton Administration run at health insurance reform. Cutler thinks free market incentives can make doctors and hospitals more effective and more efficient. We'll talk to him about how that would work. 12:40 p.m. Things We Used To Do Once we used clothes lines. Now we have clothes driers. Once the slide rule was the state of art math tool. Calculators have left them in the dust. We'll talk to Anna Jane Grossman, author of "Obsolete: An Encyclopedia of Once Common Things Passing Us By" about everyday behaviors and apparatuses that are disappearing. We'll also hear from you: What are things or activities some call old–fashioned but you call just right? 12:00 p.m. Arsonist Caught? Seattle Police have a person of interest in custody in connection the string of arsons in Seattle's Greenwood neighborhood. Hospital Pay The executive of the non–profit Valley Medical Center got a $1.7 million retirement bonus. And he's still on the job. John Ryan reports. Sprinkler Blues at Local Clubs A new law requiring expensive sprinkler systems in small performance spaces is causing some local clubs to stop the music. One of them is the popular Capitol Hill nightspot, The War Room. Co–owner Brian Rauschenbach joins us. 12:20 p.m. A Different Take on Health Care Reform Harvard Economist David Cutler was on board for the failed Clinton Administration run at health insurance reform. Cutler thinks free market incentives can make doctors and hospitals more effective and more efficient. We'll talk to him about how that would work. 12:40 p.m. Things We Used To Do Once we used clothes lines. Now we have clothes driers. Once the slide rule was the state of art math tool. Calculators have left them in the dust. We'll talk to Anna Jane Grossman, author of "Obsolete: An Encyclopedia of Once Common Things Passing Us By" about everyday behaviors and apparatuses that are disappearing. We'll also hear from you: What are things or activities some call old–fashioned but you call just right? tag:odeo.com,2009-11-13,25447542 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:05:00 -0800 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25443059-Ballot-Deadline-Debate-the-State-of-the-Apple-and-SuperFreakonomics 12:00 p.m. Apples Washington's apple growers are feeling good about sales this year. Early numbers show a strong demand for their 2009 crops. Plus, scientists say they've come up with a better breed of apple that stays fresh for months. John McKay on Marijuana Law Reform Former U.S. Attorney John McKay speaks out on the impact of federal and state marijuana laws. The Electronic Sun The Kitsap Sun has adopted innovative social networking tools for its online readers. We talk with the paper's editor. 12:20 p.m. Ballot Deadline Debate Governor Gregoire and others say Washington needs to update its election day deadline. Instead of making sure ballots are postmarked on election day, they'd like to see ballots in the hands of the state by then. Others say the current system is fine. Secretary of State Sam Reed and Representative Sam Hunt join us to discuss the pros and cons. 12:40 p.m. 'SuperFreakonomics' Four years ago after their groundbreaking book "Freakonomics," authors St... 12:00 p.m. Apples Washington's apple growers are feeling good about sales this year. Early numbers show a strong demand for their 2009 crops. Plus, scientists say they've come up with a better breed of apple that stays fresh for months. John McKay on Marijuana Law Reform Former U.S. Attorney John McKay speaks out on the impact of federal and state marijuana laws. The Electronic Sun The Kitsap Sun has adopted innovative social networking tools for its online readers. We talk with the paper's editor. 12:20 p.m. Ballot Deadline Debate Governor Gregoire and others say Washington needs to update its election day deadline. Instead of making sure ballots are postmarked on election day, they'd like to see ballots in the hands of the state by then. Others say the current system is fine. Secretary of State Sam Reed and Representative Sam Hunt join us to discuss the pros and cons. 12:40 p.m. 'SuperFreakonomics' Four years ago after their groundbreaking book "Freakonomics," authors Steven Levitt and Stephen Dubner are back. Their new book, "SuperFreakonomics" covers everything from drunk driving to prostitution. We talk with the authors. 12:00 p.m. Apples Washington's apple growers are feeling good about sales this year. Early numbers show a strong demand for their 2009 crops. Plus, scientists say they've come up with a better breed of apple that stays fresh for months. John McKay on Marijuana Law Reform Former U.S. Attorney John McKay speaks out on the impact of federal and state marijuana laws. The Electronic Sun The Kitsap Sun has adopted innovative social networking tools for its online readers. We talk with the paper's editor. 12:20 p.m. Ballot Deadline Debate Governor Gregoire and others say Washington needs to update its election day deadline. Instead of making sure ballots are postmarked on election day, they'd like to see ballots in the hands of the state by then. Others say the current system is fine. Secretary of State Sam Reed and Representative Sam Hunt join us to discuss the pros and cons. 12:40 p.m. 'SuperFreakonomics' Four years ago after their groundbreaking book "Freakonomics," authors Steven Levitt and Stephen Dubner are back. Their new book, "SuperFreakonomics" covers everything from drunk driving to prostitution. We talk with the authors. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-12,25443059 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 13:05:00 -0800 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25432855-Sesame-Street-at-40 12:00 p.m. Copenhagen Climate Summit Are the Copenhagen climate talks over before they've begun? Lobbyists around the world are pressuring their governments to soften commitments on reducing greenhouse gas emissions. That's according to a report from an international group of investigative journalists. We talk to one of them. Global Warming Solution Full of Hot Air? A University of Washington atmospheric scientist says Nathan Myrhvold's plan to stop global warming by pumping sulfur dioxide into the atmosphere is full of half truths. Listen to last week's interview with Nathan Myhrvold (see Related Links below). 12:20 p.m. Brought To You By The Letter 'S' "Sesame Street" kicks off its 40th season today. We'll speak with Oscar the Grouch and Sesame Workshop's vice president of education and research. What are your "Sesame Street" memories? What did it teach you? Who's your favorite character? (It better be Oscar the Grouch!) 12:40 p.m. New Mayor in Town Mike McGinn... 12:00 p.m. Copenhagen Climate Summit Are the Copenhagen climate talks over before they've begun? Lobbyists around the world are pressuring their governments to soften commitments on reducing greenhouse gas emissions. That's according to a report from an international group of investigative journalists. We talk to one of them. Global Warming Solution Full of Hot Air? A University of Washington atmospheric scientist says Nathan Myrhvold's plan to stop global warming by pumping sulfur dioxide into the atmosphere is full of half truths. Listen to last week's interview with Nathan Myhrvold (see Related Links below). 12:20 p.m. Brought To You By The Letter 'S' "Sesame Street" kicks off its 40th season today. We'll speak with Oscar the Grouch and Sesame Workshop's vice president of education and research. What are your "Sesame Street" memories? What did it teach you? Who's your favorite character? (It better be Oscar the Grouch!) 12:40 p.m. New Mayor in Town Mike McGinn is Seattle's next mayor. What do you want him to do? What are your expectations? Mike McGinn joins us. 12:00 p.m. Copenhagen Climate Summit Are the Copenhagen climate talks over before they've begun? Lobbyists around the world are pressuring their governments to soften commitments on reducing greenhouse gas emissions. That's according to a report from an international group of investigative journalists. We talk to one of them. Global Warming Solution Full of Hot Air? A University of Washington atmospheric scientist says Nathan Myrhvold's plan to stop global warming by pumping sulfur dioxide into the atmosphere is full of half truths. Listen to last week's interview with Nathan Myhrvold (see Related Links below). 12:20 p.m. Brought To You By The Letter 'S' "Sesame Street" kicks off its 40th season today. We'll speak with Oscar the Grouch and Sesame Workshop's vice president of education and research. What are your "Sesame Street" memories? What did it teach you? Who's your favorite character? (It better be Oscar the Grouch!) 12:40 p.m. New Mayor in Town Mike McGinn is Seattle's next mayor. What do you want him to do? What are your expectations? Mike McGinn joins us. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-10,25432855 Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:05:00 -0800 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25427206-Health-Care-Reform-Passes-House-and-Ken-Auletta-s-Googled 12:00 p.m. Congressman Smith on House Health Care Bill The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a health care reform bill. It includes a public option and restrictions on abortion funding. Rep. Adam Smith (Democrat, Wash.) voted for the bill despite his "strong misgivings." We'll hear why. Greenwood Arson Spree Three more cases of arson in Seattle's Greenwood neighborhood have residents on edge. We'll hear how the community is coping. Ranked–Choice Voting Backers of ranked–choice (RCV) voting say it's more fair. But voters in Pierce County didn't agree. They voted against continuing their experiment with RCV after just three years. Does RCV have a future? 12:20 p.m. Fort Lewis Soldier Killed in Afghanistan October was the deadliest month for American soldiers in Afghanistan since the war started. Ten soldiers based at Fort Lewis were killed by roadside bombs. KUOW's Liz Jones remembers one. What Should America's Policy Be in Afghanistan? The Obama administr... 12:00 p.m. Congressman Smith on House Health Care Bill The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a health care reform bill. It includes a public option and restrictions on abortion funding. Rep. Adam Smith (Democrat, Wash.) voted for the bill despite his "strong misgivings." We'll hear why. Greenwood Arson Spree Three more cases of arson in Seattle's Greenwood neighborhood have residents on edge. We'll hear how the community is coping. Ranked–Choice Voting Backers of ranked–choice (RCV) voting say it's more fair. But voters in Pierce County didn't agree. They voted against continuing their experiment with RCV after just three years. Does RCV have a future? 12:20 p.m. Fort Lewis Soldier Killed in Afghanistan October was the deadliest month for American soldiers in Afghanistan since the war started. Ten soldiers based at Fort Lewis were killed by roadside bombs. KUOW's Liz Jones remembers one. What Should America's Policy Be in Afghanistan? The Obama administration is re–evaluating the war in Afghanistan. Would a troop surge bring order? Is it time to draw down the troops? 12:40 p.m. "Googled" The New Yorker's Ken Auletta has written a history of Google, the company that has become one of the most powerful forces in technology and media. The word "Google" has become synonymous with "search." The company has begun to digitize every book in the world and the latest version of its cell phone operating system, Android, threatens to shake up the cell phone world. Auletta explains how the company did it in his new book, "Googled: The End of the World As We Know It." 12:00 p.m. Congressman Smith on House Health Care Bill The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a health care reform bill. It includes a public option and restrictions on abortion funding. Rep. Adam Smith (Democrat, Wash.) voted for the bill despite his "strong misgivings." We'll hear why. Greenwood Arson Spree Three more cases of arson in Seattle's Greenwood neighborhood have residents on edge. We'll hear how the community is coping. Ranked–Choice Voting Backers of ranked–choice (RCV) voting say it's more fair. But voters in Pierce County didn't agree. They voted against continuing their experiment with RCV after just three years. Does RCV have a future? 12:20 p.m. Fort Lewis Soldier Killed in Afghanistan October was the deadliest month for American soldiers in Afghanistan since the war started. Ten soldiers based at Fort Lewis were killed by roadside bombs. KUOW's Liz Jones remembers one. What Should America's Policy Be in Afghanistan? The Obama administration is re–evaluating the war in Afghanistan. Would a troop surge bring order? Is it time to draw down the troops? 12:40 p.m. "Googled" The New Yorker's Ken Auletta has written a history of Google, the company that has become one of the most powerful forces in technology and media. The word "Google" has become synonymous with "search." The company has begun to digitize every book in the world and the latest version of its cell phone operating system, Android, threatens to shake up the cell phone world. Auletta explains how the company did it in his new book, "Googled: The End of the World As We Know It." tag:odeo.com,2009-11-09,25427206 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 13:05:00 -0800 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25413663-A-Handbook-for-American-Muslim-Teens-and-a-Technology-to-End-Global-Warming 12:00 p.m. Mourning a Seattle Police Officer The Seattle Police Department is holding a memorial service today for slain Seattle Police Officer Timothy Brenton. KUOW reporter Amy Radil updates us live from this somber event. Unemployment Update The U.S. unemployment rate has exceeded 10 percent of the population. Have we reached the high–water mark? Also this week, the U.S. Senate approved extending unemployment benefits. In Washington state some people are able to collect payments for 79 weeks. We'll talk to some experts about what's happening both nationally and here in our state. Domestic Partnerships: Making it Real Backers of the everything–but–marriage act for domestic partners, Referendum 71, are declaring victory. Practically speaking, what will that mean for same sex partners who want to take advantage of these new benefits? Representative Jamie Pederson joins us to provide some nuts–and–bolts advice. 12:20 p.m. Nathan Myhrvold on the Stratoshi... 12:00 p.m. Mourning a Seattle Police Officer The Seattle Police Department is holding a memorial service today for slain Seattle Police Officer Timothy Brenton. KUOW reporter Amy Radil updates us live from this somber event. Unemployment Update The U.S. unemployment rate has exceeded 10 percent of the population. Have we reached the high–water mark? Also this week, the U.S. Senate approved extending unemployment benefits. In Washington state some people are able to collect payments for 79 weeks. We'll talk to some experts about what's happening both nationally and here in our state. Domestic Partnerships: Making it Real Backers of the everything–but–marriage act for domestic partners, Referendum 71, are declaring victory. Practically speaking, what will that mean for same sex partners who want to take advantage of these new benefits? Representative Jamie Pederson joins us to provide some nuts–and–bolts advice. 12:20 p.m. Nathan Myhrvold on the Stratoshield Former Microsoft technology chief Nathan Myhrvold says we could reverse global climate change by pumping liquid sulfur dioxide into the stratosphere. We could use a hose lifted more than 15 miles into the sky using helium–filled balloons. It would dim the sun just enough to reduce or reverse global warming. Nathan Myhrvold explains what he calls the Stratoshield. 12:40 p.m. American Muslim Teenager What's it like to be a Muslim teen in the United States? Dilara Hafiz and Imran Hafiz are a mother and son team that has written a guide. They'll join us to share their valuable tips. 12:00 p.m. Mourning a Seattle Police Officer The Seattle Police Department is holding a memorial service today for slain Seattle Police Officer Timothy Brenton. KUOW reporter Amy Radil updates us live from this somber event. Unemployment Update The U.S. unemployment rate has exceeded 10 percent of the population. Have we reached the high–water mark? Also this week, the U.S. Senate approved extending unemployment benefits. In Washington state some people are able to collect payments for 79 weeks. We'll talk to some experts about what's happening both nationally and here in our state. Domestic Partnerships: Making it Real Backers of the everything–but–marriage act for domestic partners, Referendum 71, are declaring victory. Practically speaking, what will that mean for same sex partners who want to take advantage of these new benefits? Representative Jamie Pederson joins us to provide some nuts–and–bolts advice. 12:20 p.m. Nathan Myhrvold on the Stratoshield Former Microsoft technology chief Nathan Myhrvold says we could reverse global climate change by pumping liquid sulfur dioxide into the stratosphere. We could use a hose lifted more than 15 miles into the sky using helium–filled balloons. It would dim the sun just enough to reduce or reverse global warming. Nathan Myhrvold explains what he calls the Stratoshield. 12:40 p.m. American Muslim Teenager What's it like to be a Muslim teen in the United States? Dilara Hafiz and Imran Hafiz are a mother and son team that has written a guide. They'll join us to share their valuable tips. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-06,25413663 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:05:00 -0800 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25408018-Tacoma-Mayor-s-Race-Poker-s-Life-Lessons-and-Retirement-What-Retirement 12:00 p.m. Tacoma Election Update The Seattle mayoral race isn't the only nail–biter around. In Tacoma, City Councilwoman Marilyn Strickland leads architect Jim Merritt by a mere 117 votes in their race for the corner office. Pierce County voters also decided to do away with ranked–choice voting. We'll find out more from the City of Destiny. Peter Boal's Artistic Balance Peter Boal says he's happy people were so upset about a Pacific Northwest Ballet production that they wrote angry letters to newspapers. KUOW's Marcie Sillman profiles the critically acclaimed and controversial Artistic Director. 12:20 p.m. Welcome to Retirement. Now Get Back to Work. Americans are beginning to view retirement differently. The life of golf and leisure is no longer available to many because of the financial crisis. And others can't imagine retiring from work entirely. What's your view of retirement? Are you retired, about to retire, or imagining what your life will be like when you near r... 12:00 p.m. Tacoma Election Update The Seattle mayoral race isn't the only nail–biter around. In Tacoma, City Councilwoman Marilyn Strickland leads architect Jim Merritt by a mere 117 votes in their race for the corner office. Pierce County voters also decided to do away with ranked–choice voting. We'll find out more from the City of Destiny. Peter Boal's Artistic Balance Peter Boal says he's happy people were so upset about a Pacific Northwest Ballet production that they wrote angry letters to newspapers. KUOW's Marcie Sillman profiles the critically acclaimed and controversial Artistic Director. 12:20 p.m. Welcome to Retirement. Now Get Back to Work. Americans are beginning to view retirement differently. The life of golf and leisure is no longer available to many because of the financial crisis. And others can't imagine retiring from work entirely. What's your view of retirement? Are you retired, about to retire, or imagining what your life will be like when you near retirement age? We'll hear from Paul Hodge, Director of Harvard's Generations Policy Program. 12:40 p.m. Poker's Life Lessons Obama plays poker. Many American presidents were avid poker players. Jim McManus says it's no surprise, because the skills needed to succeed at poker are key skills for political and military strategists. The poker player, journalist and author of a new history of poker called "Cowboys Full" explains what poker can teach us. 12:00 p.m. Tacoma Election Update The Seattle mayoral race isn't the only nail–biter around. In Tacoma, City Councilwoman Marilyn Strickland leads architect Jim Merritt by a mere 117 votes in their race for the corner office. Pierce County voters also decided to do away with ranked–choice voting. We'll find out more from the City of Destiny. Peter Boal's Artistic Balance Peter Boal says he's happy people were so upset about a Pacific Northwest Ballet production that they wrote angry letters to newspapers. KUOW's Marcie Sillman profiles the critically acclaimed and controversial Artistic Director. 12:20 p.m. Welcome to Retirement. Now Get Back to Work. Americans are beginning to view retirement differently. The life of golf and leisure is no longer available to many because of the financial crisis. And others can't imagine retiring from work entirely. What's your view of retirement? Are you retired, about to retire, or imagining what your life will be like when you near retirement age? We'll hear from Paul Hodge, Director of Harvard's Generations Policy Program. 12:40 p.m. Poker's Life Lessons Obama plays poker. Many American presidents were avid poker players. Jim McManus says it's no surprise, because the skills needed to succeed at poker are key skills for political and military strategists. The poker player, journalist and author of a new history of poker called "Cowboys Full" explains what poker can teach us. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-05,25408018 Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:05:00 -0800 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25391708-Election-2009 12:00 p.m. Leading King County Dow Constantine won a tough battle for the office of King County Executive. He takes office in just a few weeks and joins us to talk about what he'll do first. Bipartisan — or Not? King County elections are now officially bipartisan, although you never would have known that during the recent election season. To help us understand the dynamics party affiliation played in the election, we have P–I reporter Neil Modie in the studio. 12:20 p.m. Mayoral Race Seattleites still don't know who their next mayor will be. Mike McGinn has a one percent lead over Joe Mallahan. KUOW's Deb Wang reports. Welcome Newcomers There are new faces on the Seattle City Council, Mike O'Brien and Sally Bagshaw and on the Seattle School Board, Betty Patu and Kay Smith–Blum. We'll hear from the newcomers. 12:40 p.m. Referendum 71 The domestic partners measure referendum 71 has a very narrow lead with many votes left be counted. Do the election results thus far t... 12:00 p.m. Leading King County Dow Constantine won a tough battle for the office of King County Executive. He takes office in just a few weeks and joins us to talk about what he'll do first. Bipartisan — or Not? King County elections are now officially bipartisan, although you never would have known that during the recent election season. To help us understand the dynamics party affiliation played in the election, we have P–I reporter Neil Modie in the studio. 12:20 p.m. Mayoral Race Seattleites still don't know who their next mayor will be. Mike McGinn has a one percent lead over Joe Mallahan. KUOW's Deb Wang reports. Welcome Newcomers There are new faces on the Seattle City Council, Mike O'Brien and Sally Bagshaw and on the Seattle School Board, Betty Patu and Kay Smith–Blum. We'll hear from the newcomers. 12:40 p.m. Referendum 71 The domestic partners measure referendum 71 has a very narrow lead with many votes left be counted. Do the election results thus far tell us how it's going to go? Chris McCullough, a political consultant, is here to share his prediction. Initiative 1033 By one survey Tim Eyman's tax and spending reduction measure 1033 was ahead by 30 points, but it went down to defeat. Was it bad polling or a reverse in voter sentiment? Scott Whiteaker from the No on 1033 campaign joins us. Seattle City Port The race for Seattle Port Commission centered on the need for reform. How happy are port reform voters today with the results? Brian Slodysko joins us to discuss the future of the Port of Seattle. 12:00 p.m. Leading King County Dow Constantine won a tough battle for the office of King County Executive. He takes office in just a few weeks and joins us to talk about what he'll do first. Bipartisan — or Not? King County elections are now officially bipartisan, although you never would have known that during the recent election season. To help us understand the dynamics party affiliation played in the election, we have P–I reporter Neil Modie in the studio. 12:20 p.m. Mayoral Race Seattleites still don't know who their next mayor will be. Mike McGinn has a one percent lead over Joe Mallahan. KUOW's Deb Wang reports. Welcome Newcomers There are new faces on the Seattle City Council, Mike O'Brien and Sally Bagshaw and on the Seattle School Board, Betty Patu and Kay Smith–Blum. We'll hear from the newcomers. 12:40 p.m. Referendum 71 The domestic partners measure referendum 71 has a very narrow lead with many votes left be counted. Do the election results thus far tell us how it's going to go? Chris McCullough, a political consultant, is here to share his prediction. Initiative 1033 By one survey Tim Eyman's tax and spending reduction measure 1033 was ahead by 30 points, but it went down to defeat. Was it bad polling or a reverse in voter sentiment? Scott Whiteaker from the No on 1033 campaign joins us. Seattle City Port The race for Seattle Port Commission centered on the need for reform. How happy are port reform voters today with the results? Brian Slodysko joins us to discuss the future of the Port of Seattle. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-04,25391708 Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:05:00 -0800 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25391709-Has-Mail-In-Voting-Changed-the-Way-You-Vote 12:00 p.m. Precinct Parties People who want to avoid paying postage can drop their ballot at neighborhood centers in Seattle. The centers are holding open house celebrations later today to thank voters. Bookstore Blues Bailey/Coy Books on Capitol Hill will close at the end of November. How will this affect the neighborhood? We'll talk to owner Michael Wells. 12:20 p.m. How Do You Vote? Election Day used to be the day most people voted. Now Election Day is a misnomer. You can vote and mail in your ballot whenever you want. Today is just a deadline. Has this changed the way you vote? Do you do research as you vote? Do you vote with friends or family? Do you host ballot parties? 12:40 p.m. Whitopia More Americans are moving to small towns and exurban areas that are predominately white. Rich Benjamin explores three of those places — in Georgia, Idaho and Utah — for his new book "Searching for Whitopia." 12:00 p.m. Precinct Parties People who want to avoid paying postage can drop their ballot at neighborhood centers in Seattle. The centers are holding open house celebrations later today to thank voters. Bookstore Blues Bailey/Coy Books on Capitol Hill will close at the end of November. How will this affect the neighborhood? We'll talk to owner Michael Wells. 12:20 p.m. How Do You Vote? Election Day used to be the day most people voted. Now Election Day is a misnomer. You can vote and mail in your ballot whenever you want. Today is just a deadline. Has this changed the way you vote? Do you do research as you vote? Do you vote with friends or family? Do you host ballot parties? 12:40 p.m. Whitopia More Americans are moving to small towns and exurban areas that are predominately white. Rich Benjamin explores three of those places — in Georgia, Idaho and Utah — for his new book "Searching for Whitopia." 12:00 p.m. Precinct Parties People who want to avoid paying postage can drop their ballot at neighborhood centers in Seattle. The centers are holding open house celebrations later today to thank voters. Bookstore Blues Bailey/Coy Books on Capitol Hill will close at the end of November. How will this affect the neighborhood? We'll talk to owner Michael Wells. 12:20 p.m. How Do You Vote? Election Day used to be the day most people voted. Now Election Day is a misnomer. You can vote and mail in your ballot whenever you want. Today is just a deadline. Has this changed the way you vote? Do you do research as you vote? Do you vote with friends or family? Do you host ballot parties? 12:40 p.m. Whitopia More Americans are moving to small towns and exurban areas that are predominately white. Rich Benjamin explores three of those places — in Georgia, Idaho and Utah — for his new book "Searching for Whitopia." tag:odeo.com,2009-11-03,25391709 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 13:05:00 -0800 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25391710-Seattle-Police-Officer-Death-and-UW-Vigilantes 12:00 p.m. Slain Police Officer Police are searching for the shooter who killed a Seattle police officer and wounded another on Saturday night. We'll get an update on the investigation. More With Less Public health departments are facing budget cuts even as they are being asked to do more to keep the public safe. KUOW's Ruby de Luna reports. 12:20 p.m. Waste in the Health Care System The U.S. health care system wastes $700 billion a year, according to a recent report by Thomson Reuters. A lot of that waste comes from fraudulent Medicare claims, redundant paperwork and unnecessary tests. Do you see waste in the health care system? Tell us about it. 12:40 p.m. Gun–Toting UW Students Some University of Washington students are carrying guns and organizing armed patrols in nearby neighborhoods out of concerns about crime. What do you think of their armed response to concerns about crime? 12:00 p.m. Slain Police Officer Police are searching for the shooter who killed a Seattle police officer and wounded another on Saturday night. We'll get an update on the investigation. More With Less Public health departments are facing budget cuts even as they are being asked to do more to keep the public safe. KUOW's Ruby de Luna reports. 12:20 p.m. Waste in the Health Care System The U.S. health care system wastes $700 billion a year, according to a recent report by Thomson Reuters. A lot of that waste comes from fraudulent Medicare claims, redundant paperwork and unnecessary tests. Do you see waste in the health care system? Tell us about it. 12:40 p.m. Gun–Toting UW Students Some University of Washington students are carrying guns and organizing armed patrols in nearby neighborhoods out of concerns about crime. What do you think of their armed response to concerns about crime? 12:00 p.m. Slain Police Officer Police are searching for the shooter who killed a Seattle police officer and wounded another on Saturday night. We'll get an update on the investigation. More With Less Public health departments are facing budget cuts even as they are being asked to do more to keep the public safe. KUOW's Ruby de Luna reports. 12:20 p.m. Waste in the Health Care System The U.S. health care system wastes $700 billion a year, according to a recent report by Thomson Reuters. A lot of that waste comes from fraudulent Medicare claims, redundant paperwork and unnecessary tests. Do you see waste in the health care system? Tell us about it. 12:40 p.m. Gun–Toting UW Students Some University of Washington students are carrying guns and organizing armed patrols in nearby neighborhoods out of concerns about crime. What do you think of their armed response to concerns about crime? tag:odeo.com,2009-11-02,25391710 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 13:05:00 -0800 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25391712-Norm-Dicks-Linked-to-Ethics-Probe-Heart-of-Dryness-and-Irrational-Fears 12:00 p.m. Norm Dicks Tied to House Ethics Probe Congressman Norm Dicks of Bremerton is being investigated for possible ethics violations according to a leaked document obtained by the Washington Post. We talk to the executive director of The Center for Public Integrity. School Board Race: Central Seattle For the second election in a row, a Capitol Hill mother of Garfield graduates is challenging Mary Bass for her school board seat. The winner will represent central Seattle, where several high–poverty schools have been closed in recent years. KUOW's Phyllis Fletcher has this profile of the candidates. King County's Unopposed Election Races Election season in King County brings lots of attack ads and bitter debates between candidates. But some of this year's races aren't exactly nail–biters. Most of the candidates for King County Council are running unopposed. Even so, they've raised hundreds of thousands of dollars to get re–elected. KUOW's John Ryan reports. 12:20... 12:00 p.m. Norm Dicks Tied to House Ethics Probe Congressman Norm Dicks of Bremerton is being investigated for possible ethics violations according to a leaked document obtained by the Washington Post. We talk to the executive director of The Center for Public Integrity. School Board Race: Central Seattle For the second election in a row, a Capitol Hill mother of Garfield graduates is challenging Mary Bass for her school board seat. The winner will represent central Seattle, where several high–poverty schools have been closed in recent years. KUOW's Phyllis Fletcher has this profile of the candidates. King County's Unopposed Election Races Election season in King County brings lots of attack ads and bitter debates between candidates. But some of this year's races aren't exactly nail–biters. Most of the candidates for King County Council are running unopposed. Even so, they've raised hundreds of thousands of dollars to get re–elected. KUOW's John Ryan reports. 12:20 p.m. Heart of Dryness James Workman thought he knew about dealing with drought. He advised countries around the world on water policy. Then he met the Kalahari Bushmen of Botswana and realized they knew more than he did. The author of "Heart of Dryness" joins us. 12:40 p.m. What Are You So Afraid Of? Halloween is the time to be scared — or at least to pretend you're scared. But what about the fears that are real, even though they shouldn't be? Most of us have fears that we know are irrational and implausible, but that doesn't mean they're any less legitimate. What are your unfounded fears? 12:00 p.m. Norm Dicks Tied to House Ethics Probe Congressman Norm Dicks of Bremerton is being investigated for possible ethics violations according to a leaked document obtained by the Washington Post. We talk to the executive director of The Center for Public Integrity. School Board Race: Central Seattle For the second election in a row, a Capitol Hill mother of Garfield graduates is challenging Mary Bass for her school board seat. The winner will represent central Seattle, where several high–poverty schools have been closed in recent years. KUOW's Phyllis Fletcher has this profile of the candidates. King County's Unopposed Election Races Election season in King County brings lots of attack ads and bitter debates between candidates. But some of this year's races aren't exactly nail–biters. Most of the candidates for King County Council are running unopposed. Even so, they've raised hundreds of thousands of dollars to get re–elected. KUOW's John Ryan reports. 12:20 p.m. Heart of Dryness James Workman thought he knew about dealing with drought. He advised countries around the world on water policy. Then he met the Kalahari Bushmen of Botswana and realized they knew more than he did. The author of "Heart of Dryness" joins us. 12:40 p.m. What Are You So Afraid Of? Halloween is the time to be scared — or at least to pretend you're scared. But what about the fears that are real, even though they shouldn't be? Most of us have fears that we know are irrational and implausible, but that doesn't mean they're any less legitimate. What are your unfounded fears? tag:odeo.com,2009-10-30,25391712 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:05:00 -0700 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25391714-Boeing-Heads-to-South-Carolina-Sounders-FC-Head-to-the-Playoffs 12:00 p.m. Boeing Dreamliner to South Carolina Boeing announced yesterday it will build its second 787 Dreamliner production line in South Carolina instead of Puget Sound. KUOW's Deborah Wang reports. School Board Race In the race for school board in South Seattle voters have a choice between UW researcher Wilson Chin and Betty Patu. Chin touts his ability to parse the district's data. Betty Patu worked for the School District for 32 years coordinating dropout prevention. KUOW's Phyllis Fletcher introduces us to the candidates. Seattle Sounders FC to the Playoffs Local soccer fans are over the moon. The Seattle Sounders FC are headed to the playoffs. That's not bad for their very first year as a major league soccer team. We'll check–in with the official "Sounders Nerd" at the Website Publicola. 12:20 p.m. Boeing in South Carolina Boeing's announcement about moving its second 787 Dreamliner production to South Carolina means future jobs will be in Charleston instead o... 12:00 p.m. Boeing Dreamliner to South Carolina Boeing announced yesterday it will build its second 787 Dreamliner production line in South Carolina instead of Puget Sound. KUOW's Deborah Wang reports. School Board Race In the race for school board in South Seattle voters have a choice between UW researcher Wilson Chin and Betty Patu. Chin touts his ability to parse the district's data. Betty Patu worked for the School District for 32 years coordinating dropout prevention. KUOW's Phyllis Fletcher introduces us to the candidates. Seattle Sounders FC to the Playoffs Local soccer fans are over the moon. The Seattle Sounders FC are headed to the playoffs. That's not bad for their very first year as a major league soccer team. We'll check–in with the official "Sounders Nerd" at the Website Publicola. 12:20 p.m. Boeing in South Carolina Boeing's announcement about moving its second 787 Dreamliner production to South Carolina means future jobs will be in Charleston instead of Everett. They'll be nonunion jobs instead of members of the Machinists union. What's the significance of the decision for organized labor, Puget Sound, and Boeing? Is anyone to blame? Is everyone to blame? 12:00 p.m. Boeing Dreamliner to South Carolina Boeing announced yesterday it will build its second 787 Dreamliner production line in South Carolina instead of Puget Sound. KUOW's Deborah Wang reports. School Board Race In the race for school board in South Seattle voters have a choice between UW researcher Wilson Chin and Betty Patu. Chin touts his ability to parse the district's data. Betty Patu worked for the School District for 32 years coordinating dropout prevention. KUOW's Phyllis Fletcher introduces us to the candidates. Seattle Sounders FC to the Playoffs Local soccer fans are over the moon. The Seattle Sounders FC are headed to the playoffs. That's not bad for their very first year as a major league soccer team. We'll check–in with the official "Sounders Nerd" at the Website Publicola. 12:20 p.m. Boeing in South Carolina Boeing's announcement about moving its second 787 Dreamliner production to South Carolina means future jobs will be in Charleston instead of Everett. They'll be nonunion jobs instead of members of the Machinists union. What's the significance of the decision for organized labor, Puget Sound, and Boeing? Is anyone to blame? Is everyone to blame? tag:odeo.com,2009-10-29,25391714 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 14:05:00 -0700 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25391716-Boeing-787-Line-to-South-Carolina 12:00 p.m. Losing a Line: Boeing Move Boeing and the IAM have been unable to come to terms on a 10 year no–strike contract. The airline manufacturer will announce soon whether they'll build their second 787 production line here or in South Carolina. What impact would it have on Western Washington if Boeing moves new airline production to South Carolina? 12:20 pm Referendum 71 State Representative Jamie Pedersen and initiative sponsor Larry Stickney discuss Referendum 71, the "everything–but–marriage–act." Lessons Learned: WTO Demonstrations The WTO protests 10 years ago changed the way police deal with mass demonstrations. We'll hear from the Seattle police officer who ordered mass arrests in 1999 and who now advises other cities on handling demonstrations. 12:40 pm John Ortved on The Simpsons The Simpsons have been America's favorite cartoon family for 20 years. We'll talk to the author of the uncensored and unauthorized oral history of The Simpson... 12:00 p.m. Losing a Line: Boeing Move Boeing and the IAM have been unable to come to terms on a 10 year no–strike contract. The airline manufacturer will announce soon whether they'll build their second 787 production line here or in South Carolina. What impact would it have on Western Washington if Boeing moves new airline production to South Carolina? 12:20 pm Referendum 71 State Representative Jamie Pedersen and initiative sponsor Larry Stickney discuss Referendum 71, the "everything–but–marriage–act." Lessons Learned: WTO Demonstrations The WTO protests 10 years ago changed the way police deal with mass demonstrations. We'll hear from the Seattle police officer who ordered mass arrests in 1999 and who now advises other cities on handling demonstrations. 12:40 pm John Ortved on The Simpsons The Simpsons have been America's favorite cartoon family for 20 years. We'll talk to the author of the uncensored and unauthorized oral history of The Simpsons, John Ortved. What do you want to know about the one of the most popular shows in television history? Call and talk to an expert on all things Homer. 12:00 p.m. Losing a Line: Boeing Move Boeing and the IAM have been unable to come to terms on a 10 year no–strike contract. The airline manufacturer will announce soon whether they'll build their second 787 production line here or in South Carolina. What impact would it have on Western Washington if Boeing moves new airline production to South Carolina? 12:20 pm Referendum 71 State Representative Jamie Pedersen and initiative sponsor Larry Stickney discuss Referendum 71, the "everything–but–marriage–act." Lessons Learned: WTO Demonstrations The WTO protests 10 years ago changed the way police deal with mass demonstrations. We'll hear from the Seattle police officer who ordered mass arrests in 1999 and who now advises other cities on handling demonstrations. 12:40 pm John Ortved on The Simpsons The Simpsons have been America's favorite cartoon family for 20 years. We'll talk to the author of the uncensored and unauthorized oral history of The Simpsons, John Ortved. What do you want to know about the one of the most popular shows in television history? Call and talk to an expert on all things Homer. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-28,25391716 Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:05:00 -0700 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25391718-Dennis-Hayes-Selling-Kidneys-and-King-County-Executive-Race 12:00 p.m. Constantine vs. Hutchison The Dow Constantine and Susan Hutchison race for King County Executive is coming down to the wire. Amy Radil reports on the latest. Officer Charged An Everett Police officer faces murder charges after allegedly shooting a suspect seven times in the back. A legal affairs expert explains why it's rare for prosecutors to charge officers in cases like this, and why it's even more rare to secure a conviction. 12:20 p.m. Buying and Selling Kidneys Every year about a million people die because their kidneys have failed. The problem is there are not enough people willing to donate a kidney. What if there was a system to compensate kidney donors? Could such a system avoid the problem of poor people being exploited for their organs? Critics say a living kidney donation is maiming. Others believe there is a way to increase kidney donations without creating an organ trafficking problem. We'll hear both sides and your side. 12:40 p.m. Dennis Hayes Denis Hayes... 12:00 p.m. Constantine vs. Hutchison The Dow Constantine and Susan Hutchison race for King County Executive is coming down to the wire. Amy Radil reports on the latest. Officer Charged An Everett Police officer faces murder charges after allegedly shooting a suspect seven times in the back. A legal affairs expert explains why it's rare for prosecutors to charge officers in cases like this, and why it's even more rare to secure a conviction. 12:20 p.m. Buying and Selling Kidneys Every year about a million people die because their kidneys have failed. The problem is there are not enough people willing to donate a kidney. What if there was a system to compensate kidney donors? Could such a system avoid the problem of poor people being exploited for their organs? Critics say a living kidney donation is maiming. Others believe there is a way to increase kidney donations without creating an organ trafficking problem. We'll hear both sides and your side. 12:40 p.m. Dennis Hayes Denis Hayes organized the first Earth Day event in 1970. Now he's head of the Bullitt Foundation. He joined us at the Fireside Room of the Sorrento Hotel for a conversation about the environment, energy and politics. 12:00 p.m. Constantine vs. Hutchison The Dow Constantine and Susan Hutchison race for King County Executive is coming down to the wire. Amy Radil reports on the latest. Officer Charged An Everett Police officer faces murder charges after allegedly shooting a suspect seven times in the back. A legal affairs expert explains why it's rare for prosecutors to charge officers in cases like this, and why it's even more rare to secure a conviction. 12:20 p.m. Buying and Selling Kidneys Every year about a million people die because their kidneys have failed. The problem is there are not enough people willing to donate a kidney. What if there was a system to compensate kidney donors? Could such a system avoid the problem of poor people being exploited for their organs? Critics say a living kidney donation is maiming. Others believe there is a way to increase kidney donations without creating an organ trafficking problem. We'll hear both sides and your side. 12:40 p.m. Dennis Hayes Denis Hayes organized the first Earth Day event in 1970. Now he's head of the Bullitt Foundation. He joined us at the Fireside Room of the Sorrento Hotel for a conversation about the environment, energy and politics. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-27,25391718 Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:05:00 -0700 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25391721-City-Council-Race-Library-Cutbacks-and-Human-Rights 12:00 p.m. City Council Position 6 Longtime Seattle City Council member Nick Licata faces a tough challenge from Jesse Israel. KUOW's Liz Jones reports. Budget Cuts The Seattle Public library faces sharp cuts in hours because of the city's budget crunch. Cheaper Textbooks Bellevue College is trying a new program that allows students to borrow textbooks instead of purchasing them. 12:20 p.m. Housing Levy A coalition wants Seattle voters to renew the affordable housing levy. What will it cost us? What will we get? Eating Oysters Makes Us Human? Rowan Jacobsen's new book "The Living Shore" focuses on the oyster, its role in coastal tidewaters, and the tantalizing idea that eating oysters and their like makes us human. 12:40 p.m. Eliminating Poverty Overall economic growth has surged around the world in the past few decades. Yet grinding poverty and hunger afflict many parts of the world. Amnesty International Secretary General Irene Khan argues that we could go a long way tow... 12:00 p.m. City Council Position 6 Longtime Seattle City Council member Nick Licata faces a tough challenge from Jesse Israel. KUOW's Liz Jones reports. Budget Cuts The Seattle Public library faces sharp cuts in hours because of the city's budget crunch. Cheaper Textbooks Bellevue College is trying a new program that allows students to borrow textbooks instead of purchasing them. 12:20 p.m. Housing Levy A coalition wants Seattle voters to renew the affordable housing levy. What will it cost us? What will we get? Eating Oysters Makes Us Human? Rowan Jacobsen's new book "The Living Shore" focuses on the oyster, its role in coastal tidewaters, and the tantalizing idea that eating oysters and their like makes us human. 12:40 p.m. Eliminating Poverty Overall economic growth has surged around the world in the past few decades. Yet grinding poverty and hunger afflict many parts of the world. Amnesty International Secretary General Irene Khan argues that we could go a long way toward eliminating poverty if we paid more attention to human rights. 12:00 p.m. City Council Position 6 Longtime Seattle City Council member Nick Licata faces a tough challenge from Jesse Israel. KUOW's Liz Jones reports. Budget Cuts The Seattle Public library faces sharp cuts in hours because of the city's budget crunch. Cheaper Textbooks Bellevue College is trying a new program that allows students to borrow textbooks instead of purchasing them. 12:20 p.m. Housing Levy A coalition wants Seattle voters to renew the affordable housing levy. What will it cost us? What will we get? Eating Oysters Makes Us Human? Rowan Jacobsen's new book "The Living Shore" focuses on the oyster, its role in coastal tidewaters, and the tantalizing idea that eating oysters and their like makes us human. 12:40 p.m. Eliminating Poverty Overall economic growth has surged around the world in the past few decades. Yet grinding poverty and hunger afflict many parts of the world. Amnesty International Secretary General Irene Khan argues that we could go a long way toward eliminating poverty if we paid more attention to human rights. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-26,25391721 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:05:00 -0700 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25379871-City-Council-Race-Library-Cutbacks-and-Human-Rights 12:00 p.m. City Council Position 6 Longtime Seattle City Council member Nick Licata faces a tough challenge from Jesse Israel. KUOW's Liz Jones reports. Budget Cuts The Seattle Public library faces sharp cuts in hours because of the city's budget crunch. Cheaper Textbooks Bellevue College is trying a new program that allows students to borrow textbooks instead of purchasing them. 12:20 p.m. Housing Levy A coalition wants Seattle voters to renew the affordable housing levy. What will it cost us? What will we get? Eating Oysters Makes Us Human? Rowan Jacobsen's new book "The Living Shore" focuses on the oyster, its role in coastal tidewaters, and the tantalizing idea that eating oysters and their like makes us human. 12:40 p.m. Eliminating Poverty Overall economic growth has surged around the world in the past few decades. Yet grinding poverty and hunger afflict many parts of the world. Amnesty International Secretary General Irene Khan argues that we could go a long way tow... 12:00 p.m. City Council Position 6 Longtime Seattle City Council member Nick Licata faces a tough challenge from Jesse Israel. KUOW's Liz Jones reports. Budget Cuts The Seattle Public library faces sharp cuts in hours because of the city's budget crunch. Cheaper Textbooks Bellevue College is trying a new program that allows students to borrow textbooks instead of purchasing them. 12:20 p.m. Housing Levy A coalition wants Seattle voters to renew the affordable housing levy. What will it cost us? What will we get? Eating Oysters Makes Us Human? Rowan Jacobsen's new book "The Living Shore" focuses on the oyster, its role in coastal tidewaters, and the tantalizing idea that eating oysters and their like makes us human. 12:40 p.m. Eliminating Poverty Overall economic growth has surged around the world in the past few decades. Yet grinding poverty and hunger afflict many parts of the world. Amnesty International Secretary General Irene Khan argues that we could go a long way toward eliminating poverty if we paid more attention to human rights. 12:00 p.m. City Council Position 6 Longtime Seattle City Council member Nick Licata faces a tough challenge from Jesse Israel. KUOW's Liz Jones reports. Budget Cuts The Seattle Public library faces sharp cuts in hours because of the city's budget crunch. Cheaper Textbooks Bellevue College is trying a new program that allows students to borrow textbooks instead of purchasing them. 12:20 p.m. Housing Levy A coalition wants Seattle voters to renew the affordable housing levy. What will it cost us? What will we get? Eating Oysters Makes Us Human? Rowan Jacobsen's new book "The Living Shore" focuses on the oyster, its role in coastal tidewaters, and the tantalizing idea that eating oysters and their like makes us human. 12:40 p.m. Eliminating Poverty Overall economic growth has surged around the world in the past few decades. Yet grinding poverty and hunger afflict many parts of the world. Amnesty International Secretary General Irene Khan argues that we could go a long way toward eliminating poverty if we paid more attention to human rights. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-26,25379871 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:05:00 -0700 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25391722-Seattle-City-Council-Candidates-Richard-Conlin-and-David-Ginsberg 12:00 p.m. Congressman David Reichert on Health Care Reform House speaker Nancy Pelosi announced today that the House health reform bill will include a public option. We'll get Republican Congressman Dave Reichert's take on the public option and health care reform. Eagle Harbor Liveaboards The Bainbridge City Council voted last night to approve an open–water marina in Eagle Harbor. The plan only allows for four liveaboards on the water. Some worry that it spells the end of an era for people who want to live on the water. 12:20 p.m. Battle for Seattle City Council Richard Conlin is defending his seat on Seattle's city council against challenger David Ginsberg. Conlin is running for his fourth term. Ginsberg has worked for local Democratic campaigns. They'll debate issues including the city's budget crunch, public safety, transportation projects and human services. 12:40 p.m. New Credit Card Rules Lead to New Fees New rules that take effect in February will end some credit card ... 12:00 p.m. Congressman David Reichert on Health Care Reform House speaker Nancy Pelosi announced today that the House health reform bill will include a public option. We'll get Republican Congressman Dave Reichert's take on the public option and health care reform. Eagle Harbor Liveaboards The Bainbridge City Council voted last night to approve an open–water marina in Eagle Harbor. The plan only allows for four liveaboards on the water. Some worry that it spells the end of an era for people who want to live on the water. 12:20 p.m. Battle for Seattle City Council Richard Conlin is defending his seat on Seattle's city council against challenger David Ginsberg. Conlin is running for his fourth term. Ginsberg has worked for local Democratic campaigns. They'll debate issues including the city's budget crunch, public safety, transportation projects and human services. 12:40 p.m. New Credit Card Rules Lead to New Fees New rules that take effect in February will end some credit card companies' long–held practices and cut into their profits. As a result, the industry is testing some new fees aimed at card holders who pay off their debt every month. Are card companies punishing good behavior? We'll find out. 12:00 p.m. Congressman David Reichert on Health Care Reform House speaker Nancy Pelosi announced today that the House health reform bill will include a public option. We'll get Republican Congressman Dave Reichert's take on the public option and health care reform. Eagle Harbor Liveaboards The Bainbridge City Council voted last night to approve an open–water marina in Eagle Harbor. The plan only allows for four liveaboards on the water. Some worry that it spells the end of an era for people who want to live on the water. 12:20 p.m. Battle for Seattle City Council Richard Conlin is defending his seat on Seattle's city council against challenger David Ginsberg. Conlin is running for his fourth term. Ginsberg has worked for local Democratic campaigns. They'll debate issues including the city's budget crunch, public safety, transportation projects and human services. 12:40 p.m. New Credit Card Rules Lead to New Fees New rules that take effect in February will end some credit card companies' long–held practices and cut into their profits. As a result, the industry is testing some new fees aimed at card holders who pay off their debt every month. Are card companies punishing good behavior? We'll find out. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-23,25391722 Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:05:00 -0700 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25359713-Seattle-City-Council-Candidates-Richard-Conlin-and-David-Ginsberg 12:00 p.m. Congressman David Reichert on Health Care Reform House speaker Nancy Pelosi announced today that the House health reform bill will include a public option. We'll get Republican Congressman Dave Reichert's take on the public option and health care reform. Eagle Harbor Liveaboards The Bainbridge City Council voted last night to approve an open–water marina in Eagle Harbor. The plan only allows for four liveaboards on the water. Some worry that it spells the end of an era for people who want to live on the water. 12:20 p.m. Battle for Seattle City Council Richard Conlin is defending his seat on Seattle's city council against challenger David Ginsberg. Conlin is running for his fourth term. Ginsberg has worked for local Democratic campaigns. They'll debate issues including the city's budget crunch, public safety, transportation projects and human services. 12:40 p.m. New Credit Card Rules Lead to New Fees New rules that take effect in February will end some credit card ... 12:00 p.m. Congressman David Reichert on Health Care Reform House speaker Nancy Pelosi announced today that the House health reform bill will include a public option. We'll get Republican Congressman Dave Reichert's take on the public option and health care reform. Eagle Harbor Liveaboards The Bainbridge City Council voted last night to approve an open–water marina in Eagle Harbor. The plan only allows for four liveaboards on the water. Some worry that it spells the end of an era for people who want to live on the water. 12:20 p.m. Battle for Seattle City Council Richard Conlin is defending his seat on Seattle's city council against challenger David Ginsberg. Conlin is running for his fourth term. Ginsberg has worked for local Democratic campaigns. They'll debate issues including the city's budget crunch, public safety, transportation projects and human services. 12:40 p.m. New Credit Card Rules Lead to New Fees New rules that take effect in February will end some credit card companies' long–held practices and cut into their profits. As a result, the industry is testing some new fees aimed at card holders who pay off their debt every month. Are card companies punishing good behavior? We'll find out. 12:00 p.m. Congressman David Reichert on Health Care Reform House speaker Nancy Pelosi announced today that the House health reform bill will include a public option. We'll get Republican Congressman Dave Reichert's take on the public option and health care reform. Eagle Harbor Liveaboards The Bainbridge City Council voted last night to approve an open–water marina in Eagle Harbor. The plan only allows for four liveaboards on the water. Some worry that it spells the end of an era for people who want to live on the water. 12:20 p.m. Battle for Seattle City Council Richard Conlin is defending his seat on Seattle's city council against challenger David Ginsberg. Conlin is running for his fourth term. Ginsberg has worked for local Democratic campaigns. They'll debate issues including the city's budget crunch, public safety, transportation projects and human services. 12:40 p.m. New Credit Card Rules Lead to New Fees New rules that take effect in February will end some credit card companies' long–held practices and cut into their profits. As a result, the industry is testing some new fees aimed at card holders who pay off their debt every month. Are card companies punishing good behavior? We'll find out. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-23,25359713 Fri, 23 Oct 2009 13:05:00 -0700 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25391725-The-Virtue-of-Forgetting-and-Hutchison-vs-Constantine-Who-Has-Your-Vote 12:00 p.m. McGinn For Mayor? KUOW's Deborah Wang profiles Seattle mayoral candidate Mike McGinn. New School Graduation Standards Rejected The Seattle School Board gives the "D" pass requirement proposal an "F." KUOW's Phyllis Fletcher reports. Political Football U.S. Senator Orrin Hatch is urging President Barack Obama to change the college football Bowl Championship Series. Why? We check in with Art Thiel, sports columnist for the SeattlePI.com. 12:20 p.m. Delete Viktor Mayer Schoenberger on "The Virtue of Forgetting in the Digital Age." County Budget Woes Times are tight for county government, and bean counters in Pierce, Snohomish and King counties are looking for ways to make ends meet. We explore how their county budget problems (and solutions) compare. 12:40 p.m. Your Vote for King County Executive King County councilmember Dow Constantine and former KIRO news anchor Susan Hutchison are vying to become the next King County Executive. You've heard ... 12:00 p.m. McGinn For Mayor? KUOW's Deborah Wang profiles Seattle mayoral candidate Mike McGinn. New School Graduation Standards Rejected The Seattle School Board gives the "D" pass requirement proposal an "F." KUOW's Phyllis Fletcher reports. Political Football U.S. Senator Orrin Hatch is urging President Barack Obama to change the college football Bowl Championship Series. Why? We check in with Art Thiel, sports columnist for the SeattlePI.com. 12:20 p.m. Delete Viktor Mayer Schoenberger on "The Virtue of Forgetting in the Digital Age." County Budget Woes Times are tight for county government, and bean counters in Pierce, Snohomish and King counties are looking for ways to make ends meet. We explore how their county budget problems (and solutions) compare. 12:40 p.m. Your Vote for King County Executive King County councilmember Dow Constantine and former KIRO news anchor Susan Hutchison are vying to become the next King County Executive. You've heard them speak. You've read what the pundits have written. Who are you voting for and why? If you're still undecided, what are you weighing? Hear what your fellow citizens say and share your views. 12:00 p.m. McGinn For Mayor? KUOW's Deborah Wang profiles Seattle mayoral candidate Mike McGinn. New School Graduation Standards Rejected The Seattle School Board gives the "D" pass requirement proposal an "F." KUOW's Phyllis Fletcher reports. Political Football U.S. Senator Orrin Hatch is urging President Barack Obama to change the college football Bowl Championship Series. Why? We check in with Art Thiel, sports columnist for the SeattlePI.com. 12:20 p.m. Delete Viktor Mayer Schoenberger on "The Virtue of Forgetting in the Digital Age." County Budget Woes Times are tight for county government, and bean counters in Pierce, Snohomish and King counties are looking for ways to make ends meet. We explore how their county budget problems (and solutions) compare. 12:40 p.m. Your Vote for King County Executive King County councilmember Dow Constantine and former KIRO news anchor Susan Hutchison are vying to become the next King County Executive. You've heard them speak. You've read what the pundits have written. Who are you voting for and why? If you're still undecided, what are you weighing? Hear what your fellow citizens say and share your views. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-22,25391725 Thu, 22 Oct 2009 14:05:00 -0700 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25350431-The-Virtue-of-Forgetting-and-Hutchison-vs-Constantine-Who-Has-Your-Vote 12:00 p.m. McGinn For Mayor? KUOW's Deborah Wang profiles Seattle mayoral candidate Mike McGinn. New School Graduation Standards Rejected The Seattle School Board gives the "D" pass requirement proposal an "F." KUOW's Phyllis Fletcher reports. Political Football U.S. Senator Orrin Hatch is urging President Barack Obama to change the college football Bowl Championship Series. Why? We check in with Art Thiel, sports columnist for the SeattlePI.com. 12:20 p.m. Delete Viktor Mayer Schoenberger on "The Virtue of Forgetting in the Digital Age." County Budget Woes Times are tight for county government, and bean counters in Pierce, Snohomish and King counties are looking for ways to make ends meet. We explore how their county budget problems (and solutions) compare. 12:40 p.m. Your Vote for King County Executive King County councilmember Dow Constantine and former KIRO news anchor Susan Hutchison are vying to become the next King County Executive. You've heard ... 12:00 p.m. McGinn For Mayor? KUOW's Deborah Wang profiles Seattle mayoral candidate Mike McGinn. New School Graduation Standards Rejected The Seattle School Board gives the "D" pass requirement proposal an "F." KUOW's Phyllis Fletcher reports. Political Football U.S. Senator Orrin Hatch is urging President Barack Obama to change the college football Bowl Championship Series. Why? We check in with Art Thiel, sports columnist for the SeattlePI.com. 12:20 p.m. Delete Viktor Mayer Schoenberger on "The Virtue of Forgetting in the Digital Age." County Budget Woes Times are tight for county government, and bean counters in Pierce, Snohomish and King counties are looking for ways to make ends meet. We explore how their county budget problems (and solutions) compare. 12:40 p.m. Your Vote for King County Executive King County councilmember Dow Constantine and former KIRO news anchor Susan Hutchison are vying to become the next King County Executive. You've heard them speak. You've read what the pundits have written. Who are you voting for and why? If you're still undecided, what are you weighing? Hear what your fellow citizens say and share your views. 12:00 p.m. McGinn For Mayor? KUOW's Deborah Wang profiles Seattle mayoral candidate Mike McGinn. New School Graduation Standards Rejected The Seattle School Board gives the "D" pass requirement proposal an "F." KUOW's Phyllis Fletcher reports. Political Football U.S. Senator Orrin Hatch is urging President Barack Obama to change the college football Bowl Championship Series. Why? We check in with Art Thiel, sports columnist for the SeattlePI.com. 12:20 p.m. Delete Viktor Mayer Schoenberger on "The Virtue of Forgetting in the Digital Age." County Budget Woes Times are tight for county government, and bean counters in Pierce, Snohomish and King counties are looking for ways to make ends meet. We explore how their county budget problems (and solutions) compare. 12:40 p.m. Your Vote for King County Executive King County councilmember Dow Constantine and former KIRO news anchor Susan Hutchison are vying to become the next King County Executive. You've heard them speak. You've read what the pundits have written. Who are you voting for and why? If you're still undecided, what are you weighing? Hear what your fellow citizens say and share your views. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-22,25350431 Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:05:00 -0700 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25338795-Seattle-City-Council-Candidates-Mike-O-Brien-and-Robert-Rosencrantz 12 p.m. Profile: Joe Mallahan Two men who've never held elected office are battling it out to become Seattle's mayor. Today Deborah Wang profiles Joe Mallahan, candidate for mayor of Seattle. She'll profile his opponent Mike McGinn tomorrow. Tree Farmers May Profit From Climate Regulation Many companies are inviting people like you to pay a little bit extra to offset the global warming pollution resulting from an activity such as a trip. In our region, private timberland owners, farmers, and some tribal governments are dreaming dollar signs. But what are you really buying with an offset? Correspondent Tom Banse looks into that. 12:20 p.m. City Council Candidates Robert Rosencrantz and Mike O'Brien Mike O'Brien and Robert Rosencrantz are running for an open seat on the Seattle City Council. O'Brien, a financial manager, says he'll fight for alternatives to the tunnel replacement plan for the Alaskan Way Viaduct. Robert Rosencrantz, who makes his living in real estate, says the tunnel... 12 p.m. Profile: Joe Mallahan Two men who've never held elected office are battling it out to become Seattle's mayor. Today Deborah Wang profiles Joe Mallahan, candidate for mayor of Seattle. She'll profile his opponent Mike McGinn tomorrow. Tree Farmers May Profit From Climate Regulation Many companies are inviting people like you to pay a little bit extra to offset the global warming pollution resulting from an activity such as a trip. In our region, private timberland owners, farmers, and some tribal governments are dreaming dollar signs. But what are you really buying with an offset? Correspondent Tom Banse looks into that. 12:20 p.m. City Council Candidates Robert Rosencrantz and Mike O'Brien Mike O'Brien and Robert Rosencrantz are running for an open seat on the Seattle City Council. O'Brien, a financial manager, says he'll fight for alternatives to the tunnel replacement plan for the Alaskan Way Viaduct. Robert Rosencrantz, who makes his living in real estate, says the tunnel isn't his first choice, but he still supports it. 12:40 p.m. The Future of Independent Bookstores The news that the Elliot Bay Book Company may have to move from Pioneer Square because of financial difficulties sends shudders through the book–lover community. How can independent book stores survive? What do you look for in a book store? Call and tell us. 12 p.m. Profile: Joe Mallahan Two men who've never held elected office are battling it out to become Seattle's mayor. Today Deborah Wang profiles Joe Mallahan, candidate for mayor of Seattle. She'll profile his opponent Mike McGinn tomorrow. Tree Farmers May Profit From Climate Regulation Many companies are inviting people like you to pay a little bit extra to offset the global warming pollution resulting from an activity such as a trip. In our region, private timberland owners, farmers, and some tribal governments are dreaming dollar signs. But what are you really buying with an offset? Correspondent Tom Banse looks into that. 12:20 p.m. City Council Candidates Robert Rosencrantz and Mike O'Brien Mike O'Brien and Robert Rosencrantz are running for an open seat on the Seattle City Council. O'Brien, a financial manager, says he'll fight for alternatives to the tunnel replacement plan for the Alaskan Way Viaduct. Robert Rosencrantz, who makes his living in real estate, says the tunnel isn't his first choice, but he still supports it. 12:40 p.m. The Future of Independent Bookstores The news that the Elliot Bay Book Company may have to move from Pioneer Square because of financial difficulties sends shudders through the book–lover community. How can independent book stores survive? What do you look for in a book store? Call and tell us. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-21,25338795 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:05:00 -0700 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25320256-McGinn-Backs-Off-on-the-Tunnel-and-Taylor-Branch-on-The-Clinton-Tapes 12:00 p.m. Too Many Administrators? A stay–at–home mom, and former business analyst, took a detailed look at the Seattle School District's budget. She concluded the district's administrative spending is way out of line compared to other school districts. It's Electric A new fleet of electric cars is coming to Washington. We'll learn more. The Trouble With Unemployment We talk to a laid–off Seattle Times editor about the hoops you have to jump through to collect unemployment. 12:20 p.m. McGinn Backs Off On The Tunnel Mayoral candidate Mike McGinn once promised he'd stop the tunnel that was approved to replace the Alaskan Way viaduct. He said it was too expensive. He said it was bad for the climate. Yesterday McGinn announced he would uphold the agreement to build the tunnel. McGinn says he still opposes the tunnel but it would be his responsibility as mayor to follow through on agreements. What do you think of the change? 12:40 p.m. Taylor Branch on 'The Clinton Tap... 12:00 p.m. Too Many Administrators? A stay–at–home mom, and former business analyst, took a detailed look at the Seattle School District's budget. She concluded the district's administrative spending is way out of line compared to other school districts. It's Electric A new fleet of electric cars is coming to Washington. We'll learn more. The Trouble With Unemployment We talk to a laid–off Seattle Times editor about the hoops you have to jump through to collect unemployment. 12:20 p.m. McGinn Backs Off On The Tunnel Mayoral candidate Mike McGinn once promised he'd stop the tunnel that was approved to replace the Alaskan Way viaduct. He said it was too expensive. He said it was bad for the climate. Yesterday McGinn announced he would uphold the agreement to build the tunnel. McGinn says he still opposes the tunnel but it would be his responsibility as mayor to follow through on agreements. What do you think of the change? 12:40 p.m. Taylor Branch on 'The Clinton Tapes' Shortly after he was elected, President Clinton asked his old friend Taylor Branch, the Pulitzer prize–winning historian, to help him "take care of history." Branch recorded 79 conversations with Clinton over the eight years of his presidency. The project was top secret because of fears that political enemies would subpoena the tapes. Branch recalls those conversations in his new book, "The Clinton Tapes: Wrestling History with the President." 12:00 p.m. Too Many Administrators? A stay–at–home mom, and former business analyst, took a detailed look at the Seattle School District's budget. She concluded the district's administrative spending is way out of line compared to other school districts. It's Electric A new fleet of electric cars is coming to Washington. We'll learn more. The Trouble With Unemployment We talk to a laid–off Seattle Times editor about the hoops you have to jump through to collect unemployment. 12:20 p.m. McGinn Backs Off On The Tunnel Mayoral candidate Mike McGinn once promised he'd stop the tunnel that was approved to replace the Alaskan Way viaduct. He said it was too expensive. He said it was bad for the climate. Yesterday McGinn announced he would uphold the agreement to build the tunnel. McGinn says he still opposes the tunnel but it would be his responsibility as mayor to follow through on agreements. What do you think of the change? 12:40 p.m. Taylor Branch on 'The Clinton Tapes' Shortly after he was elected, President Clinton asked his old friend Taylor Branch, the Pulitzer prize–winning historian, to help him "take care of history." Branch recorded 79 conversations with Clinton over the eight years of his presidency. The project was top secret because of fears that political enemies would subpoena the tapes. Branch recalls those conversations in his new book, "The Clinton Tapes: Wrestling History with the President." tag:odeo.com,2009-10-20,25320256 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 13:05:00 -0700 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25314475-Who-Has-Your-Vote-Mallahan-or-McGinn-Plus-Tim-Egan-on-The-Big-Burn 12:00 p.m. Election 2009: McGinn and Mallahan Debate Last night Joe Mallahan and Mike McGinn faced each other in a debate. The race for Seattle mayor is heating up. Mike McGinn's campaign made robo–calls suggesting Joe Mallahan agrees with the National Rifle Association. We get an update from KUOW reporter Deborah Wang. 12:10 p.m. Robo–Calls The Federal Trade Commission banned robo–calls earlier this month. But candidates are exempt from the ban. KUOW's John Ryan reports. 12:15 p.m. Disabled War Vet Denied Citizenship. Pakistani born Muhammad Zahid Chaudry is in a wheel chair for injuries suffered while serving in the National Guard. Now immigration officials are denying Chaudry's citizenship application. They say Chaudry can't prove he has good moral character. 12:20 p.m. Taylor Branch: 'The Clinton Tapes' A sneak preview of Ross Reynolds' interview with Taylor Branch. His new book is based on 78 recordings with former President Bill Clinton, during his time in of... 12:00 p.m. Election 2009: McGinn and Mallahan Debate Last night Joe Mallahan and Mike McGinn faced each other in a debate. The race for Seattle mayor is heating up. Mike McGinn's campaign made robo–calls suggesting Joe Mallahan agrees with the National Rifle Association. We get an update from KUOW reporter Deborah Wang. 12:10 p.m. Robo–Calls The Federal Trade Commission banned robo–calls earlier this month. But candidates are exempt from the ban. KUOW's John Ryan reports. 12:15 p.m. Disabled War Vet Denied Citizenship. Pakistani born Muhammad Zahid Chaudry is in a wheel chair for injuries suffered while serving in the National Guard. Now immigration officials are denying Chaudry's citizenship application. They say Chaudry can't prove he has good moral character. 12:20 p.m. Taylor Branch: 'The Clinton Tapes' A sneak preview of Ross Reynolds' interview with Taylor Branch. His new book is based on 78 recordings with former President Bill Clinton, during his time in office. Hear the entire interview on tomorrow's program. Who has your vote: Mallahan or McGinn? Maybe you know who should be Seattle's next mayor. Call in to convince your fellow voters that you're right. Or perhaps you're undecided. What's holding you back from making your decision? What would convince you to vote for Joe Mallahan or Mike McGinn? 12:40 p.m. Tim Egan on 'The Big Burn.' In 1910 the largest forest fire in U.S. history raged through the Northern Rockies in Idaho, Washington and Montana. In "The Big Burn," Seattle–based New York Times columnist Tim Egan tells how the natural disaster changed America. 12:00 p.m. Election 2009: McGinn and Mallahan Debate Last night Joe Mallahan and Mike McGinn faced each other in a debate. The race for Seattle mayor is heating up. Mike McGinn's campaign made robo–calls suggesting Joe Mallahan agrees with the National Rifle Association. We get an update from KUOW reporter Deborah Wang. 12:10 p.m. Robo–Calls The Federal Trade Commission banned robo–calls earlier this month. But candidates are exempt from the ban. KUOW's John Ryan reports. 12:15 p.m. Disabled War Vet Denied Citizenship. Pakistani born Muhammad Zahid Chaudry is in a wheel chair for injuries suffered while serving in the National Guard. Now immigration officials are denying Chaudry's citizenship application. They say Chaudry can't prove he has good moral character. 12:20 p.m. Taylor Branch: 'The Clinton Tapes' A sneak preview of Ross Reynolds' interview with Taylor Branch. His new book is based on 78 recordings with former President Bill Clinton, during his time in office. Hear the entire interview on tomorrow's program. Who has your vote: Mallahan or McGinn? Maybe you know who should be Seattle's next mayor. Call in to convince your fellow voters that you're right. Or perhaps you're undecided. What's holding you back from making your decision? What would convince you to vote for Joe Mallahan or Mike McGinn? 12:40 p.m. Tim Egan on 'The Big Burn.' In 1910 the largest forest fire in U.S. history raged through the Northern Rockies in Idaho, Washington and Montana. In "The Big Burn," Seattle–based New York Times columnist Tim Egan tells how the natural disaster changed America. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-19,25314475 Mon, 19 Oct 2009 13:05:00 -0700 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25299172-Michael-Chabon-on-Manhood-and-Susan-Hutchison-on-Her-Candidacy 12:00 p.m. Susan Hutchison King County Executive Candidate Susan Hutchison stood by Police Chief Sue Rahr this week to announce she wants to put the county jails under Rahr's control. Hutchison says it will save money. We'll ask her how. 12:20 p.m. SHARE Clients Forced to Protest? Publicola reports that residents of the tent cities operated by SHARE say they're forced to participate in demonstrations or face eviction. We'll talk to a client of SHARE about his experience. 12:40 p.m. Michael Chabon on Manhood Michael Chabon is the author of 11 books, including the Pulitzer Prize–winning "The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay" and the bestseller, "The Yiddish Policeman's Union." His latest book is a collection of essays titled "Manhood for Amateurs: The Pleasures and Regrets of a Husband, Father, and Son." He'll explain why he thinks a father is a man who fails every day. 12:00 p.m. Susan Hutchison King County Executive Candidate Susan Hutchison stood by Police Chief Sue Rahr this week to announce she wants to put the county jails under Rahr's control. Hutchison says it will save money. We'll ask her how. 12:20 p.m. SHARE Clients Forced to Protest? Publicola reports that residents of the tent cities operated by SHARE say they're forced to participate in demonstrations or face eviction. We'll talk to a client of SHARE about his experience. 12:40 p.m. Michael Chabon on Manhood Michael Chabon is the author of 11 books, including the Pulitzer Prize–winning "The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay" and the bestseller, "The Yiddish Policeman's Union." His latest book is a collection of essays titled "Manhood for Amateurs: The Pleasures and Regrets of a Husband, Father, and Son." He'll explain why he thinks a father is a man who fails every day. 12:00 p.m. Susan Hutchison King County Executive Candidate Susan Hutchison stood by Police Chief Sue Rahr this week to announce she wants to put the county jails under Rahr's control. Hutchison says it will save money. We'll ask her how. 12:20 p.m. SHARE Clients Forced to Protest? Publicola reports that residents of the tent cities operated by SHARE say they're forced to participate in demonstrations or face eviction. We'll talk to a client of SHARE about his experience. 12:40 p.m. Michael Chabon on Manhood Michael Chabon is the author of 11 books, including the Pulitzer Prize–winning "The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay" and the bestseller, "The Yiddish Policeman's Union." His latest book is a collection of essays titled "Manhood for Amateurs: The Pleasures and Regrets of a Husband, Father, and Son." He'll explain why he thinks a father is a man who fails every day. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-16,25299172 Fri, 16 Oct 2009 13:05:00 -0700 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25292229-The-Violent-Twilight-of-Oil-and-Prison-for-Elderly-Faces-Closure 12:00 p.m. Prison For the Elderly Faces Closure A preliminary report to the state Department of Corrections recommends shuttering the Ahtanum View Corrections Center in Yakima. We'll find out what this could mean for the elderly, disabled and terminally ill prisoners there. No Guns in Seattle Parks Seattle officials have announced a gun ban at city–owned facilities. It's designed to keep children safe, and it will take effect December first. We'll hear from those who support the measure and those who disagree with it. Weed Killers Law enforcement officials are stepping up efforts to destroy open–air marijuana farms. The cops are seizing a lot of pot, but is it winning the war on drugs? 12:20 p.m. To Sir, With Love An independent study suggests some policies at Seattle schools keep teachers from doing their best. What makes a great teacher? Who's the best teacher you ever had? 12:40 p.m. Peter Maass on the "Violent Twilight of Oil" "One of the ironies of oi... 12:00 p.m. Prison For the Elderly Faces Closure A preliminary report to the state Department of Corrections recommends shuttering the Ahtanum View Corrections Center in Yakima. We'll find out what this could mean for the elderly, disabled and terminally ill prisoners there. No Guns in Seattle Parks Seattle officials have announced a gun ban at city–owned facilities. It's designed to keep children safe, and it will take effect December first. We'll hear from those who support the measure and those who disagree with it. Weed Killers Law enforcement officials are stepping up efforts to destroy open–air marijuana farms. The cops are seizing a lot of pot, but is it winning the war on drugs? 12:20 p.m. To Sir, With Love An independent study suggests some policies at Seattle schools keep teachers from doing their best. What makes a great teacher? Who's the best teacher you ever had? 12:40 p.m. Peter Maass on the "Violent Twilight of Oil" "One of the ironies of oil–rich countries is that most are not rich, that their oil brings trouble rather than prosperity." So writes Peter Maass in the opening lines of his new book "Crude World: The Violent Twilight of Oil." Peter Maass is a contributing writer to the New York Times Magazine. He's reported from around the world on the impact the oil has on the countries that produce it. 12:00 p.m. Prison For the Elderly Faces Closure A preliminary report to the state Department of Corrections recommends shuttering the Ahtanum View Corrections Center in Yakima. We'll find out what this could mean for the elderly, disabled and terminally ill prisoners there. No Guns in Seattle Parks Seattle officials have announced a gun ban at city–owned facilities. It's designed to keep children safe, and it will take effect December first. We'll hear from those who support the measure and those who disagree with it. Weed Killers Law enforcement officials are stepping up efforts to destroy open–air marijuana farms. The cops are seizing a lot of pot, but is it winning the war on drugs? 12:20 p.m. To Sir, With Love An independent study suggests some policies at Seattle schools keep teachers from doing their best. What makes a great teacher? Who's the best teacher you ever had? 12:40 p.m. Peter Maass on the "Violent Twilight of Oil" "One of the ironies of oil–rich countries is that most are not rich, that their oil brings trouble rather than prosperity." So writes Peter Maass in the opening lines of his new book "Crude World: The Violent Twilight of Oil." Peter Maass is a contributing writer to the New York Times Magazine. He's reported from around the world on the impact the oil has on the countries that produce it. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-15,25292229 Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:05:00 -0700 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25286489-Women-s-Land-Rights-and-Sarah-Vowell-on-Wordy-Shipmates Women's Land Rights This week the Seattle–based Rural Development Institute launches an initiative to secure land rights for women. Sara Vowell Sarah Vowell talks about her literary history of the Puritans, "The Wordy Shipmates." Ruling on Referendum 71 Some gay rights advocates want to publish names of those who signed the petition to get Referendum 71 on the ballot. A group called Protect Marriage Washington sued to block the state from releasing the names. Today the 9th circuit court of appeals heard the case. Women's Land Rights This week the Seattle–based Rural Development Institute launches an initiative to secure land rights for women. Sara Vowell Sarah Vowell talks about her literary history of the Puritans, "The Wordy Shipmates." Ruling on Referendum 71 Some gay rights advocates want to publish names of those who signed the petition to get Referendum 71 on the ballot. A group called Protect Marriage Washington sued to block the state from releasing the names. Today the 9th circuit court of appeals heard the case. Women's Land Rights This week the Seattle–based Rural Development Institute launches an initiative to secure land rights for women. Sara Vowell Sarah Vowell talks about her literary history of the Puritans, "The Wordy Shipmates." Ruling on Referendum 71 Some gay rights advocates want to publish names of those who signed the petition to get Referendum 71 on the ballot. A group called Protect Marriage Washington sued to block the state from releasing the names. Today the 9th circuit court of appeals heard the case. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-14,25286489 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:05:00 -0700 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25280788-Nicholas-Kristof-on-the-Plight-of-Women-in-Developing-Countries WTO and the Right to Protest Ten years ago next month downtown Seattle was shut down by street demonstrations against the World Trade Organization meeting. Downtown Seattle was declared a no–protest zone. We'll look at the issue of free speech in a mass–protest zone. Highlights from 'The Corner: 23rd and Union' This summer Conversation producer Jenny Asarnow led a multimedia project about the corner of 23rd and Union in Seattle's Central District. It's a corner that has been plagued with problems, but it's also an emotional touchstone for a neighborhood in transition. Last week Mayoral Candidate Mike McGinn stood in front of a restaurant with a bullet hole in it to talk about crime. Today, we'll hear one of the stories she created from neighbors testimony. Nicholas Kristof on Women in Developing Nations Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn were the first husband and wife team to win a Pulitzer prize. Their new book is called "Half the Sky" after a Chinese proverb... WTO and the Right to Protest Ten years ago next month downtown Seattle was shut down by street demonstrations against the World Trade Organization meeting. Downtown Seattle was declared a no–protest zone. We'll look at the issue of free speech in a mass–protest zone. Highlights from 'The Corner: 23rd and Union' This summer Conversation producer Jenny Asarnow led a multimedia project about the corner of 23rd and Union in Seattle's Central District. It's a corner that has been plagued with problems, but it's also an emotional touchstone for a neighborhood in transition. Last week Mayoral Candidate Mike McGinn stood in front of a restaurant with a bullet hole in it to talk about crime. Today, we'll hear one of the stories she created from neighbors testimony. Nicholas Kristof on Women in Developing Nations Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn were the first husband and wife team to win a Pulitzer prize. Their new book is called "Half the Sky" after a Chinese proverb: "women hold up half the sky." They write that in the 21st century the paramount moral challenge is gender equality in the developing world. Nick Kristof talks about the global problem and a school in Western Washington working on a solution. WTO and the Right to Protest Ten years ago next month downtown Seattle was shut down by street demonstrations against the World Trade Organization meeting. Downtown Seattle was declared a no–protest zone. We'll look at the issue of free speech in a mass–protest zone. Highlights from 'The Corner: 23rd and Union' This summer Conversation producer Jenny Asarnow led a multimedia project about the corner of 23rd and Union in Seattle's Central District. It's a corner that has been plagued with problems, but it's also an emotional touchstone for a neighborhood in transition. Last week Mayoral Candidate Mike McGinn stood in front of a restaurant with a bullet hole in it to talk about crime. Today, we'll hear one of the stories she created from neighbors testimony. Nicholas Kristof on Women in Developing Nations Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn were the first husband and wife team to win a Pulitzer prize. Their new book is called "Half the Sky" after a Chinese proverb: "women hold up half the sky." They write that in the 21st century the paramount moral challenge is gender equality in the developing world. Nick Kristof talks about the global problem and a school in Western Washington working on a solution. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-13,25280788 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:05:00 -0700 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25275323-Gay-Rights-Orcas-Outlaw-as-Hero-and-The-Future-of-News Gay Rights President Obama gave a supportive speech on gay rights Saturday, before yesterday's march for gay rights in our Washington. We talk to a Seattle man who travelled to Washington D.C. for yesterday's march. Orcas Outlaw as Hero Colton Harris–Moore has been a one–man crime wave in Washington and British Columbia since walking away from a juvenile detention center in April 2008. He's stolen cars, boats, and three planes. Is Colton Harris–Moore a folk hero? Or a bum? The Future of News The business of news is in upheaval. The Internet is hollowing out the business model for newspapers and broadcasters. Where will the future lead us? From "The Conversation" vault, we hear from Alex Jones, who covered the press beat for the New York Times; Hanson Hosein, an Emmy award–winning NBC news producer who now leads the University of Washington's digital media program; and New York University digital news guru Jay Rosen. Gay Rights President Obama gave a supportive speech on gay rights Saturday, before yesterday's march for gay rights in our Washington. We talk to a Seattle man who travelled to Washington D.C. for yesterday's march. Orcas Outlaw as Hero Colton Harris–Moore has been a one–man crime wave in Washington and British Columbia since walking away from a juvenile detention center in April 2008. He's stolen cars, boats, and three planes. Is Colton Harris–Moore a folk hero? Or a bum? The Future of News The business of news is in upheaval. The Internet is hollowing out the business model for newspapers and broadcasters. Where will the future lead us? From "The Conversation" vault, we hear from Alex Jones, who covered the press beat for the New York Times; Hanson Hosein, an Emmy award–winning NBC news producer who now leads the University of Washington's digital media program; and New York University digital news guru Jay Rosen. Gay Rights President Obama gave a supportive speech on gay rights Saturday, before yesterday's march for gay rights in our Washington. We talk to a Seattle man who travelled to Washington D.C. for yesterday's march. Orcas Outlaw as Hero Colton Harris–Moore has been a one–man crime wave in Washington and British Columbia since walking away from a juvenile detention center in April 2008. He's stolen cars, boats, and three planes. Is Colton Harris–Moore a folk hero? Or a bum? The Future of News The business of news is in upheaval. The Internet is hollowing out the business model for newspapers and broadcasters. Where will the future lead us? From "The Conversation" vault, we hear from Alex Jones, who covered the press beat for the New York Times; Hanson Hosein, an Emmy award–winning NBC news producer who now leads the University of Washington's digital media program; and New York University digital news guru Jay Rosen. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-12,25275323 Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:05:00 -0700 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25261384-Obama-Wins-Nobel-Prize-and-America-s-Rootless-Professional-Class Tacoma Air Trouble Tacoma used to be known for the "Tacoma aroma," the pungent smell of the pulp mills. That's largely vanished, but yesterday the city of destiny got bad air news. The federal Environmental Protection Agency branded Tacoma as one of 31 most polluted places in the country. Obama Wins Nobel Prize: What's Your Take? President Obama says he's humbled by the Nobel Peace Prize. There's mixed reaction around the world to the news. Some feel he doesn't deserve it. Others say the Nobel Peace Prize is often given for the promise of the recipient, rather than the accomplishments. Did Obama win because he's not George Bush? We talk to a Pulitzer Prize expert, and you. America's New Rootless Professional Class "Relos" are young and middle–aged families who have relocated for their jobs two or three times to rise up the hierarchy in business, government or non–profits. "Wherever they go, they don't belong," writes New York Times reporter ... Tacoma Air Trouble Tacoma used to be known for the "Tacoma aroma," the pungent smell of the pulp mills. That's largely vanished, but yesterday the city of destiny got bad air news. The federal Environmental Protection Agency branded Tacoma as one of 31 most polluted places in the country. Obama Wins Nobel Prize: What's Your Take? President Obama says he's humbled by the Nobel Peace Prize. There's mixed reaction around the world to the news. Some feel he doesn't deserve it. Others say the Nobel Peace Prize is often given for the promise of the recipient, rather than the accomplishments. Did Obama win because he's not George Bush? We talk to a Pulitzer Prize expert, and you. America's New Rootless Professional Class "Relos" are young and middle–aged families who have relocated for their jobs two or three times to rise up the hierarchy in business, government or non–profits. "Wherever they go, they don't belong," writes New York Times reporter Peter Kilborn in his new book about these middle class migrant workers. Tacoma Air Trouble Tacoma used to be known for the "Tacoma aroma," the pungent smell of the pulp mills. That's largely vanished, but yesterday the city of destiny got bad air news. The federal Environmental Protection Agency branded Tacoma as one of 31 most polluted places in the country. Obama Wins Nobel Prize: What's Your Take? President Obama says he's humbled by the Nobel Peace Prize. There's mixed reaction around the world to the news. Some feel he doesn't deserve it. Others say the Nobel Peace Prize is often given for the promise of the recipient, rather than the accomplishments. Did Obama win because he's not George Bush? We talk to a Pulitzer Prize expert, and you. America's New Rootless Professional Class "Relos" are young and middle–aged families who have relocated for their jobs two or three times to rise up the hierarchy in business, government or non–profits. "Wherever they go, they don't belong," writes New York Times reporter Peter Kilborn in his new book about these middle class migrant workers. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-09,25261384 Fri, 09 Oct 2009 13:05:00 -0700 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25255666-Green-Metropolis-I-1033-and-How-the-Internet-Affects-Family-Life I–1033 Makes Strange Bedfellows Tim Eyman's latest government–limiting, tax–reducing ballot measure is stirring up opposition from some unlikely quarters. The normally conservative Association of Realtors is opposing it. Washington's Chamber of Commerce has taken a neutral stand. And three South Sound cities are banding together to hold a rare fact–finding forum on the measure. Internet Addiction & Families The Internet is a powerful tool, a fun toy and a social lifeline for some. But how much is too much? We hear from people who say their addiction to the Web is affecting their family life. David Owen's 'Green Metropolis' It might seem that a rural lifestyle is a greener lifestyle, and that big cities are big polluters. But in his new book "Green Metropolis," reporter David Owen says urban environments are much more environmentally friendly than small–town life. He argues that New York City is the greenest community in the United States. ... I–1033 Makes Strange Bedfellows Tim Eyman's latest government–limiting, tax–reducing ballot measure is stirring up opposition from some unlikely quarters. The normally conservative Association of Realtors is opposing it. Washington's Chamber of Commerce has taken a neutral stand. And three South Sound cities are banding together to hold a rare fact–finding forum on the measure. Internet Addiction & Families The Internet is a powerful tool, a fun toy and a social lifeline for some. But how much is too much? We hear from people who say their addiction to the Web is affecting their family life. David Owen's 'Green Metropolis' It might seem that a rural lifestyle is a greener lifestyle, and that big cities are big polluters. But in his new book "Green Metropolis," reporter David Owen says urban environments are much more environmentally friendly than small–town life. He argues that New York City is the greenest community in the United States. We'll find out why. I–1033 Makes Strange Bedfellows Tim Eyman's latest government–limiting, tax–reducing ballot measure is stirring up opposition from some unlikely quarters. The normally conservative Association of Realtors is opposing it. Washington's Chamber of Commerce has taken a neutral stand. And three South Sound cities are banding together to hold a rare fact–finding forum on the measure. Internet Addiction & Families The Internet is a powerful tool, a fun toy and a social lifeline for some. But how much is too much? We hear from people who say their addiction to the Web is affecting their family life. David Owen's 'Green Metropolis' It might seem that a rural lifestyle is a greener lifestyle, and that big cities are big polluters. But in his new book "Green Metropolis," reporter David Owen says urban environments are much more environmentally friendly than small–town life. He argues that New York City is the greenest community in the United States. We'll find out why. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-08,25255666 Thu, 08 Oct 2009 13:05:00 -0700 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25250246-Seattle-School-Assignments-Gleaning-and-Deborah-Tannen-on-Sisterhood Seattle Schools Announce Assignment Plan The Seattle School administration is proposing a new school assignment plan to encourage attendance at neighborhood schools. Currently, students can attend schools anywhere in the city, with some limits. School Board member Michael DeBell joins us to talk about the plan. Gleaning Helps Local Food Banks Food banks are gleaning local farms for produce. They pick the vegetables and fruit left behind after the commercial harvest. We'll hear how it's working in Thurston County. 'You Were Always Mom's Favorite!' Georgetown University linguist and bestselling author Deborah Tannen shares what she learned researching her latest book on sisters in conversation. Seattle Schools Announce Assignment Plan The Seattle School administration is proposing a new school assignment plan to encourage attendance at neighborhood schools. Currently, students can attend schools anywhere in the city, with some limits. School Board member Michael DeBell joins us to talk about the plan. Gleaning Helps Local Food Banks Food banks are gleaning local farms for produce. They pick the vegetables and fruit left behind after the commercial harvest. We'll hear how it's working in Thurston County. 'You Were Always Mom's Favorite!' Georgetown University linguist and bestselling author Deborah Tannen shares what she learned researching her latest book on sisters in conversation. Seattle Schools Announce Assignment Plan The Seattle School administration is proposing a new school assignment plan to encourage attendance at neighborhood schools. Currently, students can attend schools anywhere in the city, with some limits. School Board member Michael DeBell joins us to talk about the plan. Gleaning Helps Local Food Banks Food banks are gleaning local farms for produce. They pick the vegetables and fruit left behind after the commercial harvest. We'll hear how it's working in Thurston County. 'You Were Always Mom's Favorite!' Georgetown University linguist and bestselling author Deborah Tannen shares what she learned researching her latest book on sisters in conversation. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-07,25250246 Wed, 07 Oct 2009 13:05:00 -0700 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25244352-Nicholas-Kristof-on-Half-the-Sky-and-Bob-Garfield-on-the-Media New Homeland Security Detention System This morning, Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano announced changes to the way America detains illegal immigrants. We check in with Pramila Jayapal, founder and executive director of Seattle–based OneAmerica (formerly Hate Free Zone), which defends immigrant rights. Gone Phishing Thousands of passwords to Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo and AOL accounts were compromised by a phishing attack. We'll talk to an expert about what you can do to protect yourself online. "Half the Sky" Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn call gender discrimination the paramount moral challenge of the 21st century. In their new book, "Half the Sky," named after a Chinese proverb which says women hold up half the sky, they point out the incredible energy that is unleashed when women take a full role in society. The Changing Media Landscape In his new book, "The Chaos Scenario," "On the Media" host Bob Garfield sa... New Homeland Security Detention System This morning, Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano announced changes to the way America detains illegal immigrants. We check in with Pramila Jayapal, founder and executive director of Seattle–based OneAmerica (formerly Hate Free Zone), which defends immigrant rights. Gone Phishing Thousands of passwords to Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo and AOL accounts were compromised by a phishing attack. We'll talk to an expert about what you can do to protect yourself online. "Half the Sky" Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn call gender discrimination the paramount moral challenge of the 21st century. In their new book, "Half the Sky," named after a Chinese proverb which says women hold up half the sky, they point out the incredible energy that is unleashed when women take a full role in society. The Changing Media Landscape In his new book, "The Chaos Scenario," "On the Media" host Bob Garfield says we're seeing blood in the streets of the media world. New Homeland Security Detention System This morning, Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano announced changes to the way America detains illegal immigrants. We check in with Pramila Jayapal, founder and executive director of Seattle–based OneAmerica (formerly Hate Free Zone), which defends immigrant rights. Gone Phishing Thousands of passwords to Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo and AOL accounts were compromised by a phishing attack. We'll talk to an expert about what you can do to protect yourself online. "Half the Sky" Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn call gender discrimination the paramount moral challenge of the 21st century. In their new book, "Half the Sky," named after a Chinese proverb which says women hold up half the sky, they point out the incredible energy that is unleashed when women take a full role in society. The Changing Media Landscape In his new book, "The Chaos Scenario," "On the Media" host Bob Garfield says we're seeing blood in the streets of the media world. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-06,25244352 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:05:00 -0700 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25248467-Bob-Garfield-On-The-Media-Spent-and-A-Phishing-Attack New Homeland Security Detention System This morning Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano announced changes to the way America detains illegal immigrants. We check in with Pramila Jayapal, founder and Executive Director of Seattle–based OneAmerica (formerly Hate Free Zone), which defends immigrant rights. Gone Phishing Thousands of passwords to Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo and AOL accounts were compromised by a phishing attack. We'll talk to an expert about what you can do to protect yourself online. The Changing Media Landscape In his new book, "The Chaos Scenario," Bob Garfield, host of "On the Media," says we're seeing blood in the streets of the media world. "Spent" We talk to evolutionary psychologist Geoffrey Miller about his new book, "Spent: Sex, Evolution, and Consumer Behavior." New Homeland Security Detention System This morning Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano announced changes to the way America detains illegal immigrants. We check in with Pramila Jayapal, founder and Executive Director of Seattle–based OneAmerica (formerly Hate Free Zone), which defends immigrant rights. Gone Phishing Thousands of passwords to Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo and AOL accounts were compromised by a phishing attack. We'll talk to an expert about what you can do to protect yourself online. The Changing Media Landscape In his new book, "The Chaos Scenario," Bob Garfield, host of "On the Media," says we're seeing blood in the streets of the media world. "Spent" We talk to evolutionary psychologist Geoffrey Miller about his new book, "Spent: Sex, Evolution, and Consumer Behavior." New Homeland Security Detention System This morning Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano announced changes to the way America detains illegal immigrants. We check in with Pramila Jayapal, founder and Executive Director of Seattle–based OneAmerica (formerly Hate Free Zone), which defends immigrant rights. Gone Phishing Thousands of passwords to Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo and AOL accounts were compromised by a phishing attack. We'll talk to an expert about what you can do to protect yourself online. The Changing Media Landscape In his new book, "The Chaos Scenario," Bob Garfield, host of "On the Media," says we're seeing blood in the streets of the media world. "Spent" We talk to evolutionary psychologist Geoffrey Miller about his new book, "Spent: Sex, Evolution, and Consumer Behavior." tag:odeo.com,2009-10-06,25248467 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:05:00 -0700 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25238189-Roy-Blount-Jr-on-Words 12:00 p.m. The Tipping Point A group of scientists have identified 10 planetary boundaries, which define the safe operating space for humanity with respect to the Earth system. Three have already been exceeded. Navy Reversing Ban? The Navy is reconsidering its longtime ban on women serving on submarines. 12:23 p.m. Apples to Zebras Roy Blount Jr., novelist, sportswriter, humorist and panelist on "Wait, Wait, Don't Tell Me;" talks about his new book "Alphabet Juice" — an A–Z collection of the delights, foibles and surprises of the English language. Blount talks about his favorite words and his pet peeves and explains how the word "laugh" is linguistically linked to chickens and pie. 12:00 p.m. The Tipping Point A group of scientists have identified 10 planetary boundaries, which define the safe operating space for humanity with respect to the Earth system. Three have already been exceeded. Navy Reversing Ban? The Navy is reconsidering its longtime ban on women serving on submarines. 12:23 p.m. Apples to Zebras Roy Blount Jr., novelist, sportswriter, humorist and panelist on "Wait, Wait, Don't Tell Me;" talks about his new book "Alphabet Juice" — an A–Z collection of the delights, foibles and surprises of the English language. Blount talks about his favorite words and his pet peeves and explains how the word "laugh" is linguistically linked to chickens and pie. 12:00 p.m. The Tipping Point A group of scientists have identified 10 planetary boundaries, which define the safe operating space for humanity with respect to the Earth system. Three have already been exceeded. Navy Reversing Ban? The Navy is reconsidering its longtime ban on women serving on submarines. 12:23 p.m. Apples to Zebras Roy Blount Jr., novelist, sportswriter, humorist and panelist on "Wait, Wait, Don't Tell Me;" talks about his new book "Alphabet Juice" — an A–Z collection of the delights, foibles and surprises of the English language. Blount talks about his favorite words and his pet peeves and explains how the word "laugh" is linguistically linked to chickens and pie. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-05,25238189 Mon, 05 Oct 2009 13:05:00 -0700 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25223909-Initiative-1033-and-Feeling-Like-The-Only-Black-Student-at-UW 12:00 p.m. Prison Closures Budget constraints may lead to two state prison closures in Washington. We talk with Department of Corrections Secretary Eldon Vail about the situation. Drug–related Deaths on the Rise Drug overdoses now lead traffic accidents as a cause of death in Washington State, according to a new report. A state epidemiologist explains. Seniors and Referendum 71 Same–sex couples aren't the only ones who would be affected if voters overturn the state's "Everything but Marriage" benefits next month. KUOW's Carol Smith reports. 12:20 p.m. Initiative 1033 In November voters will decide whether government revenue should be limited to annual inflation and population growth. We talk to Tim Eyman, perennial ballot initiative sponsor and the man behind this anti–tax measure, which appears headed for an easy victory. We also hear from the Nature Conservancy's Len Barson, who opposes the measure, and we'll hear from you. Will you vote to approve I&nd... 12:00 p.m. Prison Closures Budget constraints may lead to two state prison closures in Washington. We talk with Department of Corrections Secretary Eldon Vail about the situation. Drug–related Deaths on the Rise Drug overdoses now lead traffic accidents as a cause of death in Washington State, according to a new report. A state epidemiologist explains. Seniors and Referendum 71 Same–sex couples aren't the only ones who would be affected if voters overturn the state's "Everything but Marriage" benefits next month. KUOW's Carol Smith reports. 12:20 p.m. Initiative 1033 In November voters will decide whether government revenue should be limited to annual inflation and population growth. We talk to Tim Eyman, perennial ballot initiative sponsor and the man behind this anti–tax measure, which appears headed for an easy victory. We also hear from the Nature Conservancy's Len Barson, who opposes the measure, and we'll hear from you. Will you vote to approve I–1033? 12:40 p.m. Minority Report University of Washington grad Lull Mengesha wrote "The Only Black Student" about his five years attending the state's largest university. It's part practical handbook, part social commentary. We'll talk with him and take your calls. 12:00 p.m. Prison Closures Budget constraints may lead to two state prison closures in Washington. We talk with Department of Corrections Secretary Eldon Vail about the situation. Drug–related Deaths on the Rise Drug overdoses now lead traffic accidents as a cause of death in Washington State, according to a new report. A state epidemiologist explains. Seniors and Referendum 71 Same–sex couples aren't the only ones who would be affected if voters overturn the state's "Everything but Marriage" benefits next month. KUOW's Carol Smith reports. 12:20 p.m. Initiative 1033 In November voters will decide whether government revenue should be limited to annual inflation and population growth. We talk to Tim Eyman, perennial ballot initiative sponsor and the man behind this anti–tax measure, which appears headed for an easy victory. We also hear from the Nature Conservancy's Len Barson, who opposes the measure, and we'll hear from you. Will you vote to approve I–1033? 12:40 p.m. Minority Report University of Washington grad Lull Mengesha wrote "The Only Black Student" about his five years attending the state's largest university. It's part practical handbook, part social commentary. We'll talk with him and take your calls. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-02,25223909 Fri, 02 Oct 2009 13:05:00 -0700 no The Conversation Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25218365-Samoan-Tsunami-the-Real-Ivar-Haglund-and-Michael-Sandel-on-Justice 12:00 p.m. Samoan Community Responds to the Tsunami On Tuesday, a tsunami wiped out areas of the Samoan Islands. More than 100 people have died. We talk to a member of Seattle's Samoan community who will direct relief efforts there for World Vision. The Real Ivar Haglund Seattle Restaurateur Ivar Haglund has been dead for 24 years, but his reputation as a Seattle original lives on. Advertising signs supposedly placed by Ivar in Elliot Bay for submarines have recently surfaced. Historian Paul Dorpat is writing a biography of Ivar called "King of the Waterfront." He'll tell us more about Ivar's hijinks. 12:20 p.m. What is Justice? Harvard government Professor Michael Sandel's class, "Justice," is one of the university's most popular and influential. His lectures are being produced for a public television series. Sandel joins us to talk about justice and how we decide on the right thing to do. 12:40 p.m. Justice: A Journey in Moral Reasoning Here's a hypothetical qu... 12:00 p.m. Samoan Community Responds to the Tsunami On Tuesday, a tsunami wiped out areas of the Samoan Islands. More than 100 people have died. We talk to a member of Seattle's Samoan community who will direct relief efforts there for World Vision. The Real Ivar Haglund Seattle Restaurateur Ivar Haglund has been dead for 24 years, but his reputation as a Seattle original lives on. Advertising signs supposedly placed by Ivar in Elliot Bay for submarines have recently surfaced. Historian Paul Dorpat is writing a biography of Ivar called "King of the Waterfront." He'll tell us more about Ivar's hijinks. 12:20 p.m. What is Justice? Harvard government Professor Michael Sandel's class, "Justice," is one of the university's most popular and influential. His lectures are being produced for a public television series. Sandel joins us to talk about justice and how we decide on the right thing to do. 12:40 p.m. Justice: A Journey in Moral Reasoning Here's a hypothetical question: Would you switch a Seattle light rail train from one track to another if it meant killing just one person instead of five? Professor Michael Sandel answers your toughest questions about justice and philosphy. 12:00 p.m. Samoan Community Responds to the Tsunami On Tuesday, a tsunami wiped out areas of the Samoan Islands. More than 100 people have died. We talk to a member of Seattle's Samoan community who will direct relief efforts there for World Vision. The Real Ivar Haglund Seattle Restaurateur Ivar Haglund has been dead for 24 years, but his reputation as a Seattle original lives on. Advertising signs supposedly placed by Ivar in Elliot Bay for submarines have recently surfaced. Historian Paul Dorpat is writing a biography of Ivar called "King of the Waterfront." He'll tell us more about Ivar's hijinks. 12:20 p.m. What is Justice? Harvard government Professor Michael Sandel's class, "Justice," is one of the university's most popular and influential. His lectures are being produced for a public television series. Sandel joins us to talk about justice and how we decide on the right thing to do. 12:40 p.m. Justice: A Journey in Moral Reasoning Here's a hypothetical question: Would you switch a Seattle light rail train from one track to another if it meant killing just one person instead of five? Professor Michael Sandel answers your toughest questions about justice and philosphy. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-01,25218365 Thu, 01 Oct 2009 13:05:00 -0700 no The Conversation Podcast