http://odeo.com/channels/69169-This-I-Believe-Podcast no People from all walks of life describe their personal philosophies in a brief essay. People from all walks of life describe their personal philosophies in a brief essay. A public dialogue about belief—one essay at a time en 40 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:00:00 -0800 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:00:00 -0800 Society http://odeo.com/episodes/25447426-Mrs-John-G-Lee-Devotion-To-The-Common-Good From the 1950s series, League of Women Voters president Mrs. John G. Lee tells how star-gazing with her father eventually led to her desire to help make the world a better place for humankind, and honor the worth and dignity of each individual. From the 1950s series, League of Women Voters president Mrs. John G. Lee tells how star-gazing with her father eventually led to her desire to help make the world a better place for humankind, and honor the worth and dignity of each individual. From the 1950s series, League of Women Voters president Mrs. John G. Lee tells how star-gazing with her father eventually led to her desire to help make the world a better place for humankind, and honor the worth and dignity of each individual. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-13,25447426 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:00:00 -0800 no This I Believe: Podcast Family, fifties, humanism, This I Believe on The Bob Edwards Show, education & knowledge http://odeo.com/episodes/25427123-Studs-Terkel-Community-In-Action Studs Terkel lived through and chronicled much of modern American history. He believes the positive changes brought by activist movements of the 20th Century came from people working together. Studs Terkel lived through and chronicled much of modern American history. He believes the positive changes brought by activist movements of the 20th Century came from people working together. Studs Terkel lived through and chronicled much of modern American history. He believes the positive changes brought by activist movements of the 20th Century came from people working together. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-09,25427123 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 07:00:00 -0800 no This I Believe: Podcast Community, Contemporary, Age: 65+, Featured Essays, This I Believe Podcast, This I Believe II http://odeo.com/episodes/25413571-Lucius-D-Clay-Guarding-The-Gift-Of-Freedom From the 1950s series, General Lucius D. Clay believes freedom is a privilege given by God, and one that must be carefully guarded by all citizens. And he calls upon Americans to make this country one that provides equal opportunities for all. From the 1950s series, General Lucius D. Clay believes freedom is a privilege given by God, and one that must be carefully guarded by all citizens. And he calls upon Americans to make this country one that provides equal opportunities for all. From the 1950s series, General Lucius D. Clay believes freedom is a privilege given by God, and one that must be carefully guarded by all citizens. And he calls upon Americans to make this country one that provides equal opportunities for all. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-06,25413571 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:00:00 -0800 no This I Believe: Podcast war, fifties, This I Believe on The Bob Edwards Show http://odeo.com/episodes/25389416-Benjamin-Carson-There-Is-No-Job-More-Important-Than-Parenting Even as a child, Benjamin Carson wanted to be a doctor. Now a renowned pediatric neurosurgeon, Carson believes he owes his success to his mother, a domestic who received only a third-grade education. Even as a child, Benjamin Carson wanted to be a doctor. Now a renowned pediatric neurosurgeon, Carson believes he owes his success to his mother, a domestic who received only a third-grade education. Even as a child, Benjamin Carson wanted to be a doctor. Now a renowned pediatric neurosurgeon, Carson believes he owes his success to his mother, a domestic who received only a third-grade education. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-02,25389416 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no This I Believe: Podcast work, Family, Contemporary, Featured Essays, This I Believe Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25389418-Robbins-Milbank-Thy-Will-Be-Done West coast advertising executive Robbins Milbank knew great success and great sorrow in his life. In good times and bad, Milbank says he found strength in his belief in the Lord’s Prayer—and the connection it gave him to God. West coast advertising executive Robbins Milbank knew great success and great sorrow in his life. In good times and bad, Milbank says he found strength in his belief in the Lord’s Prayer—and the connection it gave him to God. West coast advertising executive Robbins Milbank knew great success and great sorrow in his life. In good times and bad, Milbank says he found strength in his belief in the Lord’s Prayer—and the connection it gave him to God. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-30,25389418 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast Family, fifties, This I Believe on The Bob Edwards Show http://odeo.com/episodes/25379962-Greg-Chapman-A-Journey-Toward-Acceptance-And-Love For much of his life, Greg Chapman felt less than fully human. But when he stopped judging himself against other people’s beliefs, Chapman found a new acceptance of himself and a stronger bond with God. For much of his life, Greg Chapman felt less than fully human. But when he stopped judging himself against other people’s beliefs, Chapman found a new acceptance of himself and a stronger bond with God. For much of his life, Greg Chapman felt less than fully human. But when he stopped judging himself against other people’s beliefs, Chapman found a new acceptance of himself and a stronger bond with God. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-26,25379962 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 09:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast love, Christianity, Contemporary, this i believe, Age: 30 - 50, Featured Essays, This I Believe Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25362879-Bobby-Doerr-I-Don%E2%80%99t-Play-To-The-Grandstand Baseball Hall of Famer Bobby Doerr believes in what he calls “doing good in order to deserve good.” The former Red Sox second baseman says he’d rather do things that help his teammates and his family succeed instead of simply benefiting himself. Baseball Hall of Famer Bobby Doerr believes in what he calls “doing good in order to deserve good.” The former Red Sox second baseman says he’d rather do things that help his teammates and his family succeed instead of simply benefiting himself. Baseball Hall of Famer Bobby Doerr believes in what he calls “doing good in order to deserve good.” The former Red Sox second baseman says he’d rather do things that help his teammates and his family succeed instead of simply benefiting himself. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-23,25362879 Fri, 23 Oct 2009 12:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast Sports, Family, fifties, citizenship, This I Believe on The Bob Edwards Show http://odeo.com/episodes/25313053-Cecilia-Munoz-A-Little-Outrage-Can-Take-You-a-Long-Way For Cecilia Munoz, a childhood memory of anger has inspired a career in activism. She believes that early outrage fuels her work on behalf Hispanic immigrants for the National Council of La Raza. For Cecilia Munoz, a childhood memory of anger has inspired a career in activism. She believes that early outrage fuels her work on behalf Hispanic immigrants for the National Council of La Raza. For Cecilia Munoz, a childhood memory of anger has inspired a career in activism. She believes that early outrage fuels her work on behalf Hispanic immigrants for the National Council of La Raza. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-19,25313053 Mon, 19 Oct 2009 09:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast social justice, Contemporary, this i believe, Featured Essays, This I Believe Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25299195-Rebecca-West-Goodness-Doesn%E2%80%99t-Just-Happen In her life and her writings, Dame Rebecca West says she tries to live out her beliefs in freedom, the rule of law, the importance of God and the exercise of religion as a way to connect to God. In her life and her writings, Dame Rebecca West says she tries to live out her beliefs in freedom, the rule of law, the importance of God and the exercise of religion as a way to connect to God. In her life and her writings, Dame Rebecca West says she tries to live out her beliefs in freedom, the rule of law, the importance of God and the exercise of religion as a way to connect to God. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-16,25299195 Fri, 16 Oct 2009 12:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast Purpose, love, fifties, This I Believe on The Bob Edwards Show http://odeo.com/episodes/25275340-Bill-Gates-Unleashing-The-Power-Of-Creativity-And-Intelligence Bill Gates founded Microsoft on the dream of putting a computer in every home and office. He says he built his company on the belief that technology, creativity and intelligence can change the world. Bill Gates founded Microsoft on the dream of putting a computer in every home and office. He says he built his company on the belief that technology, creativity and intelligence can change the world. Bill Gates founded Microsoft on the dream of putting a computer in every home and office. He says he built his company on the belief that technology, creativity and intelligence can change the world. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-12,25275340 Mon, 12 Oct 2009 10:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast responsibility, Contemporary, creativity, this i believe, Age: 50 - 65, Featured Essays, This I Believe Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25262745-Martha-Graham-An-Athlete-Of-God Legendary choreographer Martha Graham believes that dancing—like living—may look easy, but actually requires years of constant practice to achieve a sense of one's own being and a satisfaction of spirit. Legendary choreographer Martha Graham believes that dancing—like living—may look easy, but actually requires years of constant practice to achieve a sense of one's own being and a satisfaction of spirit. Legendary choreographer Martha Graham believes that dancing—like living—may look easy, but actually requires years of constant practice to achieve a sense of one's own being and a satisfaction of spirit. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-09,25262745 Fri, 09 Oct 2009 12:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast work, creativity, fifties, this i believe, This I Believe on The Bob Edwards Show http://odeo.com/episodes/25240924-Ted-Gup-In-Praise-of-the-%E2%80%98Wobblies%E2%80%99 For years, journalist Ted Gup wasn’t sure what he believed, and he felt uncomfortable in the company of people who freely shared their firm beliefs. Now he accepts his own uncertainty as a good thing. For years, journalist Ted Gup wasn’t sure what he believed, and he felt uncomfortable in the company of people who freely shared their firm beliefs. Now he accepts his own uncertainty as a good thing. For years, journalist Ted Gup wasn’t sure what he believed, and he felt uncomfortable in the company of people who freely shared their firm beliefs. Now he accepts his own uncertainty as a good thing. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-05,25240924 Mon, 05 Oct 2009 11:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast Contemporary, question, this i believe, Featured Essays, This I Believe Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25223918-William-O-Douglas-My-Father%E2%80%99s-Evening-Star Former Supreme Court Justice William O. Douglas encourages a return to the faith of his father's generation. He believes spiritual values, not material ones, can guide America through troubling times. Former Supreme Court Justice William O. Douglas encourages a return to the faith of his father's generation. He believes spiritual values, not material ones, can guide America through troubling times. Former Supreme Court Justice William O. Douglas encourages a return to the faith of his father's generation. He believes spiritual values, not material ones, can guide America through troubling times. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-02,25223918 Fri, 02 Oct 2009 12:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast freedom, fifties, This I Believe on The Bob Edwards Show http://odeo.com/episodes/25199444-Rick-Moody-The-Joy-And-Enthusiasm-Of-Reading Rick Moody has built a life in words: in writing them for his books like “The Ice Storm,” and in reading them. He believes there is unlimited joy in opening a new book and delving into its story. Rick Moody has built a life in words: in writing them for his books like “The Ice Storm,” and in reading them. He believes there is unlimited joy in opening a new book and delving into its story. Rick Moody has built a life in words: in writing them for his books like “The Ice Storm,” and in reading them. He believes there is unlimited joy in opening a new book and delving into its story. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-28,25199444 Mon, 28 Sep 2009 10:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast Education, freedom, Contemporary, creativity, knowledge, this i believe, Featured Essays, This I Believe Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25187702-Julie-Adams-No-Dream-Is-Impossible As a young girl growing up in Arkansas, Julie Adams longed to be an actress. Even though the odds were against her, she believed in the inner voice that encouraged her towards her dream – and it ultimately helped her find success in movies and television. As a young girl growing up in Arkansas, Julie Adams longed to be an actress. Even though the odds were against her, she believed in the inner voice that encouraged her towards her dream – and it ultimately helped her find success in movies and television. As a young girl growing up in Arkansas, Julie Adams longed to be an actress. Even though the odds were against her, she believed in the inner voice that encouraged her towards her dream – and it ultimately helped her find success in movies and television. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-25,25187702 Fri, 25 Sep 2009 12:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast Purpose, fifties, self-knowledge, This I Believe on The Bob Edwards Show http://odeo.com/episodes/25161422-Gloria-Steinem-A-Balance-Between-Nature-And-Nurture In debating nature versus nurture, Gloria Steinem believes we are asking the wrong question. She says we are an unpredictable mix of both, a mix that creates endless possibilities for a better future. In debating nature versus nurture, Gloria Steinem believes we are asking the wrong question. She says we are an unpredictable mix of both, a mix that creates endless possibilities for a better future. In debating nature versus nurture, Gloria Steinem believes we are asking the wrong question. She says we are an unpredictable mix of both, a mix that creates endless possibilities for a better future. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-21,25161422 Mon, 21 Sep 2009 12:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast Science, Nature, Contemporary, this i believe, Featured Essays, This I Believe Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25147410-Will-Thomas-The-Birthright-Of-Human-Dignity In his novel, “The Seeking,” Will Thomas detailed his family’s experience of moving to an all-white New England town. His essay explores how his own bigotry once shaped his beliefs. In his novel, “The Seeking,” Will Thomas detailed his family’s experience of moving to an all-white New England town. His essay explores how his own bigotry once shaped his beliefs. In his novel, “The Seeking,” Will Thomas detailed his family’s experience of moving to an all-white New England town. His essay explores how his own bigotry once shaped his beliefs. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-18,25147410 Fri, 18 Sep 2009 12:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast race, discrimination, fifties, This I Believe on The Bob Edwards Show http://odeo.com/episodes/25125304-Ruth-Kamps-Living-Life-with-%E2%80%98Grace-and-Elegant-Treeness%E2%80%99 After being transplanted from a vibrant city life to the isolation of a small town, retired school teacher Ruth Kamps found solace in nature and inspiration in the pine tree growing outside her kitchen window. After being transplanted from a vibrant city life to the isolation of a small town, retired school teacher Ruth Kamps found solace in nature and inspiration in the pine tree growing outside her kitchen window. After being transplanted from a vibrant city life to the isolation of a small town, retired school teacher Ruth Kamps found solace in nature and inspiration in the pine tree growing outside her kitchen window. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-14,25125304 Mon, 14 Sep 2009 12:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast Purpose, environment, Contemporary, this i believe, Age: 65+, Featured Essays, This I Believe Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25109245-Julien-Bryan-Friendship-Is-A-Passport Julien Bryan traveled the globe making movies about the world’s cultures. In spending time with people, Bryan came to believe that despite differences in politics and religion, we all share a desire for adequate food and shelter, honest work, justice, freedom and dignity. Julien Bryan traveled the globe making movies about the world’s cultures. In spending time with people, Bryan came to believe that despite differences in politics and religion, we all share a desire for adequate food and shelter, honest work, justice, freedom and dignity. Julien Bryan traveled the globe making movies about the world’s cultures. In spending time with people, Bryan came to believe that despite differences in politics and religion, we all share a desire for adequate food and shelter, honest work, justice, freedom and dignity. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-11,25109245 Fri, 11 Sep 2009 12:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast Community, Peace, fifties, humanism, This I Believe on The Bob Edwards Show, brotherhood, friendship, faith, religion, values, spirituality http://odeo.com/episodes/25087360-Deirdre-Sullivan-Always-Go-to-the-Funeral As a child Deirdre Sullivan’s father told her to always pay her respects at funerals. Now, the Brooklyn attorney believes those simple acts of human kindness are as important as the grand heroic gestures. As a child Deirdre Sullivan’s father told her to always pay her respects at funerals. Now, the Brooklyn attorney believes those simple acts of human kindness are as important as the grand heroic gestures. As a child Deirdre Sullivan’s father told her to always pay her respects at funerals. Now, the Brooklyn attorney believes those simple acts of human kindness are as important as the grand heroic gestures. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-07,25087360 Mon, 07 Sep 2009 08:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast death, responsibility, Contemporary, this i believe, Age: 30 - 50, Featured Essays, This I Believe Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25073999-James-Carey-The-Proud-People-Of-A-Proud-Country Labor leader James Carey is inspired by the words etched at the Statue of Liberty: “Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses.” He believes that citizens find their strength when they work together in a spirit of honesty, faith, and freedom. Labor leader James Carey is inspired by the words etched at the Statue of Liberty: “Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses.” He believes that citizens find their strength when they work together in a spirit of honesty, faith, and freedom. Labor leader James Carey is inspired by the words etched at the Statue of Liberty: “Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses.” He believes that citizens find their strength when they work together in a spirit of honesty, faith, and freedom. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-04,25073999 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 07:40:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast freedom, patriotism, responsibility, integrity, fifties, This I Believe on The Bob Edwards Show, brotherhood, friendship, America, patriotism http://odeo.com/episodes/25056163-Jackie-Lantry-The-Power-Of-Love-To-Transform-And-To-Heal Several years ago, Jackie Lantry found herself in a Chinese hotel room with a terrified young boy. Today, her adopted son Luke is a happy member of her Massachusetts family thanks to the power of love. Several years ago, Jackie Lantry found herself in a Chinese hotel room with a terrified young boy. Today, her adopted son Luke is a happy member of her Massachusetts family thanks to the power of love. Several years ago, Jackie Lantry found herself in a Chinese hotel room with a terrified young boy. Today, her adopted son Luke is a happy member of her Massachusetts family thanks to the power of love. tag:odeo.com,2009-08-31,25056163 Mon, 31 Aug 2009 10:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast love, Contemporary, Age: 30 - 50, Featured Essays, This I Believe Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/25039621-Margaret-Sanger-When-Children-Are-Wanted As a nurse, Margaret Sanger believed it was important to work not just for herself, but for greater good in the world. As a social activist, Sanger believed that all children should be wanted before they are conceived. As a nurse, Margaret Sanger believed it was important to work not just for herself, but for greater good in the world. As a social activist, Sanger believed that all children should be wanted before they are conceived. As a nurse, Margaret Sanger believed it was important to work not just for herself, but for greater good in the world. As a social activist, Sanger believed that all children should be wanted before they are conceived. tag:odeo.com,2009-08-28,25039621 Fri, 28 Aug 2009 12:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast children, freedom, parenthood, fifties, This I Believe on The Bob Edwards Show http://odeo.com/episodes/25017504-Anthony-Fauci-A-Goal-Of-Service-To-Humankind Dr. Anthony Fauci says he was destined to help people with HIV-AIDS. His work at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases is fueled by his belief in personal responsibility to humankind. Dr. Anthony Fauci says he was destined to help people with HIV-AIDS. His work at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases is fueled by his belief in personal responsibility to humankind. Dr. Anthony Fauci says he was destined to help people with HIV-AIDS. His work at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases is fueled by his belief in personal responsibility to humankind. tag:odeo.com,2009-08-24,25017504 Mon, 24 Aug 2009 10:50:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast Contemporary, Featured Essays, This I Believe Podcast, education & knowledge http://odeo.com/episodes/25002613-George-Mardikian-Why-I-Close-My-Restaurant San Francisco restaurateur George Mardikian tells of his immigration from Eastern Europe to the United States, and explains how he tries to repay the warm embrace Americans have given him. San Francisco restaurateur George Mardikian tells of his immigration from Eastern Europe to the United States, and explains how he tries to repay the warm embrace Americans have given him. San Francisco restaurateur George Mardikian tells of his immigration from Eastern Europe to the United States, and explains how he tries to repay the warm embrace Americans have given him. tag:odeo.com,2009-08-21,25002613 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:15:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast immigrant, fifties, This I Believe on The Bob Edwards Show http://odeo.com/episodes/24979003-Azar-Nafisi-The-Mysterious-Connections-that-Link-Us-Together How do we open ourselves to the connections that can unite us even across racial, political or religious differences? Iranian-born writer Azar Nafisi finds the answer in a classic of American literature. How do we open ourselves to the connections that can unite us even across racial, political or religious differences? Iranian-born writer Azar Nafisi finds the answer in a classic of American literature. How do we open ourselves to the connections that can unite us even across racial, political or religious differences? Iranian-born writer Azar Nafisi finds the answer in a classic of American literature. tag:odeo.com,2009-08-17,24979003 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 10:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast Contemporary, Featured Essays, This I Believe Podcast, empathy, compassion http://odeo.com/episodes/24964275-Bernard-Baruch-Thought-For-Tomorrow Financier and elder statesman Bernard Baruch found his beliefs shaken by the advent of the hydrogen bomb. But by believing in reason, Baruch is able to feel hope for the future. Financier and elder statesman Bernard Baruch found his beliefs shaken by the advent of the hydrogen bomb. But by believing in reason, Baruch is able to feel hope for the future. Financier and elder statesman Bernard Baruch found his beliefs shaken by the advent of the hydrogen bomb. But by believing in reason, Baruch is able to feel hope for the future. tag:odeo.com,2009-08-13,24964275 Thu, 13 Aug 2009 18:30:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast war, hope, holocaust, fifties, This I Believe on The Bob Edwards Show http://odeo.com/episodes/24939917-Phyllis-Allen-Leaving-Identity-Issues-To-Other-Folks For years, Phyllis Allen found her belief in the social movement of the times: from civil rights to Black Power. Now in her 50s, she is finally able to believe in the woman she is. For years, Phyllis Allen found her belief in the social movement of the times: from civil rights to Black Power. Now in her 50s, she is finally able to believe in the woman she is. For years, Phyllis Allen found her belief in the social movement of the times: from civil rights to Black Power. Now in her 50s, she is finally able to believe in the woman she is. tag:odeo.com,2009-08-10,24939917 Mon, 10 Aug 2009 09:20:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast love, Contemporary, tolerance, Age: 50 - 65, Featured Essays, This I Believe Podcast, brotherhood & friendship, self-determination http://odeo.com/episodes/24926725-Anne-Heywood-Do-You-Know-Your-Special-Talent As an military wife, Anne Heywood lived in many different places and had more than 30 jobs. When she finally settled down in New York City, Heywood started a business to help other people change careers because she believed there was a right job for everyone. As an military wife, Anne Heywood lived in many different places and had more than 30 jobs. When she finally settled down in New York City, Heywood started a business to help other people change careers because she believed there was a right job for everyone. As an military wife, Anne Heywood lived in many different places and had more than 30 jobs. When she finally settled down in New York City, Heywood started a business to help other people change careers because she believed there was a right job for everyone. tag:odeo.com,2009-08-07,24926725 Fri, 07 Aug 2009 12:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast work, fifties, setbacks, This I Believe on The Bob Edwards Show http://odeo.com/episodes/24905778-Andrew-Sullivan-Life-Liberty-And-The-Pursuit-Of-Happiness Although born and raised in England, writer Andrew Sullivan turns to America’s Declaration of Independence to find his beliefs rooted in the principles of “life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.” Although born and raised in England, writer Andrew Sullivan turns to America’s Declaration of Independence to find his beliefs rooted in the principles of “life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.” Although born and raised in England, writer Andrew Sullivan turns to America’s Declaration of Independence to find his beliefs rooted in the principles of “life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.” tag:odeo.com,2009-08-03,24905778 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 09:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast Community, freedom, patriotism, democracy, Contemporary, citizenship, Featured Essays, This I Believe Podcast, America & patriotism, government & constitution http://odeo.com/episodes/24894761-Eleanor-Roosevelt-Growth-That-Starts-From-Thinking Instead of concerning herself with spiritual questions, former First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt believes in facing life’s challenges by simply doing your best. Instead of concerning herself with spiritual questions, former First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt believes in facing life’s challenges by simply doing your best. Instead of concerning herself with spiritual questions, former First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt believes in facing life’s challenges by simply doing your best. tag:odeo.com,2009-07-31,24894761 Fri, 31 Jul 2009 12:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast responsibility, fifties, This I Believe on The Bob Edwards Show http://odeo.com/episodes/24871640-Newt-Gingrich-The-Willingness-To-Work-For-Solutions As a student of history, former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich has studied the collapse of thriving civilizations. In an essay from 2005, Gingrich says he believes strong leadership can protect America from a similar fate. As a student of history, former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich has studied the collapse of thriving civilizations. In an essay from 2005, Gingrich says he believes strong leadership can protect America from a similar fate. As a student of history, former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich has studied the collapse of thriving civilizations. In an essay from 2005, Gingrich says he believes strong leadership can protect America from a similar fate. tag:odeo.com,2009-07-27,24871640 Mon, 27 Jul 2009 12:20:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast patriotism, Contemporary, Featured Essays, This I Believe Podcast, America & patriotism http://odeo.com/episodes/24859613-James-Michener-All-Men-Are-My-Brothers From the 1950s series, Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist James Michener tells how the people he met during World War II gave him a belief in the brotherhood of mankind. Michener says tolerance and kindness can overcome differences in race, culture and language. From the 1950s series, Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist James Michener tells how the people he met during World War II gave him a belief in the brotherhood of mankind. Michener says tolerance and kindness can overcome differences in race, culture and language. From the 1950s series, Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist James Michener tells how the people he met during World War II gave him a belief in the brotherhood of mankind. Michener says tolerance and kindness can overcome differences in race, culture and language. tag:odeo.com,2009-07-23,24859613 Thu, 23 Jul 2009 20:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast Community, fifties, This I Believe on The Bob Edwards Show http://odeo.com/episodes/24834204-Steve-Porter-The-50-Percent-Theory-of-Life A favorite team makes the World Series while a marriage ends in divorce. Surviving life’s ups and downs led NPR listener Steve Porter to believe that the good times and bad ultimately balance out. A favorite team makes the World Series while a marriage ends in divorce. Surviving life’s ups and downs led NPR listener Steve Porter to believe that the good times and bad ultimately balance out. A favorite team makes the World Series while a marriage ends in divorce. Surviving life’s ups and downs led NPR listener Steve Porter to believe that the good times and bad ultimately balance out. tag:odeo.com,2009-07-20,24834204 Mon, 20 Jul 2009 09:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast love, hope, Contemporary, Age: 50 - 65, Featured Essays, This I Believe Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/24823633-Margaret-Mead-A-New-Control-Of-Destiny Margaret Mead says she can’t separate what she believes as a person from what she believes as an anthropologist. And she believes humans beings, as part of a greater biological whole, have a responsibility to everyone else on the planet. Margaret Mead says she can’t separate what she believes as a person from what she believes as an anthropologist. And she believes humans beings, as part of a greater biological whole, have a responsibility to everyone else on the planet. Margaret Mead says she can’t separate what she believes as a person from what she believes as an anthropologist. And she believes humans beings, as part of a greater biological whole, have a responsibility to everyone else on the planet. tag:odeo.com,2009-07-16,24823633 Thu, 16 Jul 2009 20:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast Equality, fifties, humanism, self-knowledge, values & spirituality, good & evil, This I Believe on The Bob Edwards Show, self-determination http://odeo.com/episodes/24797218-Colleen-Shaddox-Jazz-Is-the-Sound-of-God-Laughing As a child, NPR listener Colleen Shaddox loved hearing her uncle play jazz piano. Now her son is developing a love for the music that she believes unites her family even in the most troubling of times. As a child, NPR listener Colleen Shaddox loved hearing her uncle play jazz piano. Now her son is developing a love for the music that she believes unites her family even in the most troubling of times. As a child, NPR listener Colleen Shaddox loved hearing her uncle play jazz piano. Now her son is developing a love for the music that she believes unites her family even in the most troubling of times. tag:odeo.com,2009-07-13,24797218 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 07:30:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast Contemporary, creativity, Age: 30 - 50, Featured Essays, This I Believe Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/24778912-Jackie-Robinson-Free-Minds-and-Hearts-at-Work In 1947, Jackie Robinson pioneered the integration of American professional athletics by becoming the first black player in Major League Baseball. From a This I Believe essay recorded in 1952, he discusses his fight against prejudice. In 1947, Jackie Robinson pioneered the integration of American professional athletics by becoming the first black player in Major League Baseball. From a This I Believe essay recorded in 1952, he discusses his fight against prejudice. In 1947, Jackie Robinson pioneered the integration of American professional athletics by becoming the first black player in Major League Baseball. From a This I Believe essay recorded in 1952, he discusses his fight against prejudice. tag:odeo.com,2009-07-10,24778912 Fri, 10 Jul 2009 12:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast prejudice, discrimination, fifties, This I Believe on The Bob Edwards Show http://odeo.com/episodes/24761803-Kay-Redfield-Jamison-The-Importance-of-Restlessness-and-Jagged-Edges Psychologist and author Kay Redfield Jamison has first-hand knowledge of mental illness. She believes her own battle with manic-depression has made her a better teacher and a more empathetic person. Psychologist and author Kay Redfield Jamison has first-hand knowledge of mental illness. She believes her own battle with manic-depression has made her a better teacher and a more empathetic person. Psychologist and author Kay Redfield Jamison has first-hand knowledge of mental illness. She believes her own battle with manic-depression has made her a better teacher and a more empathetic person. tag:odeo.com,2009-07-06,24761803 Mon, 06 Jul 2009 11:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast Illness, Contemporary, creativity, Featured Essays, This I Believe Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/24747668-Maximilian-Hodder-A-New-Birth-Of-Freedom From the 1950s series, European film writer and director Maximilian Hodder tells how his detention in a Soviet gulag nearly destroyed his faith in humanity. But when he found freedom in the West, Hodder regained his belief in the goodness of people. From the 1950s series, European film writer and director Maximilian Hodder tells how his detention in a Soviet gulag nearly destroyed his faith in humanity. But when he found freedom in the West, Hodder regained his belief in the goodness of people. From the 1950s series, European film writer and director Maximilian Hodder tells how his detention in a Soviet gulag nearly destroyed his faith in humanity. But when he found freedom in the West, Hodder regained his belief in the goodness of people. tag:odeo.com,2009-07-03,24747668 Fri, 03 Jul 2009 10:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast holocaust, fifties, This I Believe on The Bob Edwards Show, brotherhood & friendship http://odeo.com/episodes/24742263-Brian-Greene-Science-Nourishes-the-Mind-and-the-Soul Physicist Brian Greene believes that in unraveling the mysteries of the universe, we can find an appreciation for our own place in the cosmos, and be inspired by the drama of exploration and discovery. Physicist Brian Greene believes that in unraveling the mysteries of the universe, we can find an appreciation for our own place in the cosmos, and be inspired by the drama of exploration and discovery. Physicist Brian Greene believes that in unraveling the mysteries of the universe, we can find an appreciation for our own place in the cosmos, and be inspired by the drama of exploration and discovery. tag:odeo.com,2009-06-29,24742263 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast Science, Contemporary, Featured Essays, This I Believe Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/24742264-Louise-Dickinson-Rich-Nobody-Can-Walk-The-Trail-Alone From the 1950s series, bestselling writer Louise Dickinson Rich tells how a family tragedy challenged her notions of strength and independence. But when she accepted the help of her neighbors, Rich found a greater connection to humanity. From the 1950s series, bestselling writer Louise Dickinson Rich tells how a family tragedy challenged her notions of strength and independence. But when she accepted the help of her neighbors, Rich found a greater connection to humanity. From the 1950s series, bestselling writer Louise Dickinson Rich tells how a family tragedy challenged her notions of strength and independence. But when she accepted the help of her neighbors, Rich found a greater connection to humanity. tag:odeo.com,2009-06-26,24742264 Fri, 26 Jun 2009 06:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast death, Community, fifties, This I Believe on The Bob Edwards Show http://odeo.com/episodes/24742266-William-F-Buckley-Jr-How-Is-It-Possible-to-Believe-in-God In considering the glories of the world around him, writer and conservative commentator William F. Buckley, Jr. finds it easier to believe in a divine creator than in the vagaries of nature. In considering the glories of the world around him, writer and conservative commentator William F. Buckley, Jr. finds it easier to believe in a divine creator than in the vagaries of nature. In considering the glories of the world around him, writer and conservative commentator William F. Buckley, Jr. finds it easier to believe in a divine creator than in the vagaries of nature. tag:odeo.com,2009-06-22,24742266 Mon, 22 Jun 2009 12:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast National Public Radio, fifties, faith,religion http://odeo.com/episodes/24732744-The-History-of-This-I-Believe At the dawn of the Cold War and the height of McCarthyism, Americans from all walks of life bravely spoke their beliefs on the original This I Believe.This documentary tells the fascinating history of the series hosted by Edward R. Murrow, and features excerpts of essays by Helen Keller, Harry Truman, Albert Einstein, Martha Graham and many others. At the dawn of the Cold War and the height of McCarthyism, Americans from all walks of life bravely spoke their beliefs on the original This I Believe.This documentary tells the fascinating history of the series hosted by Edward R. Murrow, and features excerpts of essays by Helen Keller, Harry Truman, Albert Einstein, Martha Graham and many others. At the dawn of the Cold War and the height of McCarthyism, Americans from all walks of life bravely spoke their beliefs on the original This I Believe.This documentary tells the fascinating history of the series hosted by Edward R. Murrow, and features excerpts of essays by Helen Keller, Harry Truman, Albert Einstein, Martha Graham and many others. tag:odeo.com,2009-06-19,24732744 Fri, 19 Jun 2009 12:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast This I Believe Podcast, Special Projects http://odeo.com/episodes/24707769-Sarah-Adams-Be-Cool-to-the-Pizza-Delivery-Dude We know them. We depend on them. We call them out on cold, rainy nights. Now, NPR listener Sarah Adams tells us why her life philosophy is built around being cool to the pizza delivery dude. We know them. We depend on them. We call them out on cold, rainy nights. Now, NPR listener Sarah Adams tells us why her life philosophy is built around being cool to the pizza delivery dude. We know them. We depend on them. We call them out on cold, rainy nights. Now, NPR listener Sarah Adams tells us why her life philosophy is built around being cool to the pizza delivery dude. tag:odeo.com,2009-06-15,24707769 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 08:30:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast responsibility, Contemporary, respect, Age: 30 - 50, goodness & kindness, Featured Essays, This I Believe Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/24697906-Walter-White-All-or-Nothing Long-time NAACP Executive Secretary and civil rights activist Walter White was inspired by his parents as well as Jesus and Gandhi to believe in upholding moral principals and committing to human equality. Long-time NAACP Executive Secretary and civil rights activist Walter White was inspired by his parents as well as Jesus and Gandhi to believe in upholding moral principals and committing to human equality. Long-time NAACP Executive Secretary and civil rights activist Walter White was inspired by his parents as well as Jesus and Gandhi to believe in upholding moral principals and committing to human equality. tag:odeo.com,2009-06-12,24697906 Fri, 12 Jun 2009 12:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast race, tolerance, fifties, This I Believe on The Bob Edwards Show http://odeo.com/episodes/24668331-Frederic-Reamer-The-Real-Consequences-of-Justice NPR listener and social work professor Frederic Reamer finds his belief in justice tested every time he faces criminals and victims at parole board hearings in his home state of Rhode Island. NPR listener and social work professor Frederic Reamer finds his belief in justice tested every time he faces criminals and victims at parole board hearings in his home state of Rhode Island. NPR listener and social work professor Frederic Reamer finds his belief in justice tested every time he faces criminals and victims at parole board hearings in his home state of Rhode Island. tag:odeo.com,2009-06-08,24668331 Mon, 08 Jun 2009 13:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast Contemporary, injustice, Age: 50 - 65, Featured Essays, This I Believe Podcast http://odeo.com/episodes/24658161-Helen-Keller-The-Light-Of-A-Brighter-Day From the 1950s series, Helen Keller learned to communicate through the eyes and ears of others after a fever left her deaf and blind as an infant. The author, activist and lecturer discusses her vision of faith, from an essay broadcast in 1951. From the 1950s series, Helen Keller learned to communicate through the eyes and ears of others after a fever left her deaf and blind as an infant. The author, activist and lecturer discusses her vision of faith, from an essay broadcast in 1951. From the 1950s series, Helen Keller learned to communicate through the eyes and ears of others after a fever left her deaf and blind as an infant. The author, activist and lecturer discusses her vision of faith, from an essay broadcast in 1951. tag:odeo.com,2009-06-05,24658161 Fri, 05 Jun 2009 13:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast 1950s http://odeo.com/episodes/24637646-Errol-Morris-There-Is-Such-a-Thing-as-Truth Academy Award winning director Errol Morris explains the childhood incident that launched his lifelong quest for the truth. It’s a lesson that has guided his career as a documentary filmmaker. Academy Award winning director Errol Morris explains the childhood incident that launched his lifelong quest for the truth. It’s a lesson that has guided his career as a documentary filmmaker. Academy Award winning director Errol Morris explains the childhood incident that launched his lifelong quest for the truth. It’s a lesson that has guided his career as a documentary filmmaker. tag:odeo.com,2009-06-01,24637646 Mon, 01 Jun 2009 13:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast Public Radio, social justice, responsibility, morality, Contemporary, question, brotherhood & friends, Featured Essays http://odeo.com/episodes/24627014-Herbert-H-Lehman-The-Only-Way-To-Make-A-Friend From the 1950s series, Governor, Senator and investment banker Herbert H. Lehman believes that preserving freedom of expression requires us to respect the views of others and provide equality for all. From the 1950s series, Governor, Senator and investment banker Herbert H. Lehman believes that preserving freedom of expression requires us to respect the views of others and provide equality for all. From the 1950s series, Governor, Senator and investment banker Herbert H. Lehman believes that preserving freedom of expression requires us to respect the views of others and provide equality for all. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-29,24627014 Fri, 29 May 2009 12:00:42 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast 1950s http://odeo.com/episodes/24605817-Norman-Corwin-Good-Can-Be-As-Communicable-As-Evil Now in his 90s, legendary radio writer Norman Corwin finds inspiration in simple acts of kindness and common courtesy, and sees in them the power to build a stronger democracy and a better world. Now in his 90s, legendary radio writer Norman Corwin finds inspiration in simple acts of kindness and common courtesy, and sees in them the power to build a stronger democracy and a better world. Now in his 90s, legendary radio writer Norman Corwin finds inspiration in simple acts of kindness and common courtesy, and sees in them the power to build a stronger democracy and a better world. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-25,24605817 Mon, 25 May 2009 09:00:00 -0700 no This I Believe: Podcast Public Radio, Peace, forgiveness, Contemporary, brotherhood & friends, empathy & compassion, good & evil, Featured Essays