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A Talk About Trade

April 19, 2016 Economics, Uncategorized

This hour, we’ll talk about the impact of Toyota and other foreign companies moving to North Texas and about the state of U.S.-China trade relations with former U.S. Trade Rep, Ron Kirk.

Recovering From Disasters

March 29, 2016 Culture

This hour we’ll talk with KERA’s Courtney Collins, who has followed the recovery of some of the North Texas families affected by the Dec. 26 tornadoes.

This hour, as part of the KERA series “One Crisis Away: Rebuilding a Life,” we’ll talk about how to recover from trauma with Jeff Quan, a counselor at Eastfield College, and Dr. Ann Marie Warren, staff psychologist at Baylor University Medical Center.

Vicki Meek On A Life In The Arts

March 10, 2016 Culture

This hour, ahead of her retirement this month, we’ll talk with Meek about being a practicing artist and administrator in North Texas – and about the direction of the community she’s fostered for decades.

What Survives The Storm

January 7, 2016 Environment

In April 2011, 358 tornadoes obliterated parts of 21 states, killing 348 in the process. This hour, we’ll talk about what can be applied to those affected by the recent North Texas tornados with Kim Cross.

The Texans Of The Year

December 24, 2015 Culture

This hour, we’ll talk about what qualifies someone for the “Dallas Morning New” award – and about this year’s finalists – with editorial writer Tod Robberson.

Tropical Disease In North Texas

November 24, 2015 Health

This hour, we’ll talk about why Chagas, Dengue and other conditions are making their way to local doctors’ offices – and about what you can do to avoid them – with Dr. Seema Yasmin.

Superintendent Roundtable

November 12, 2015 Education

We’ll talk about the future of education locally with Fort Worth ISD superintendent Kent Scribner, Dallas ISD superintendent Michael Hinojosa and Grand Prairie ISD superintendent Susan Hull.

How North Texas Is Banking On Health Tech

July 16, 2015 Health, Science and Technology

A panel of health tech advocates explains different ways the genre is making us rich.

Serious Taco Talk

July 14, 2015 Culture

The history and future of the taco in Dallas – and where the best ones can be found.

The Art and Science of Texas Weather

July 8, 2015 Environment

This hour, we’ll talk about the tricky job of predicting the weather in North Texas with WFAA chief meteorologist Pete Delkus.

Islamic Extremism In North Texas

May 6, 2015 Current Events, Global Issues

Sunday’s shooting at Garland’s Curtis Culwell Center has brought the national conversation about freedom of speech, ISIS and the future of terrorism to North Texas. This hour, we’ll explore those topics with international terrorism expert Robert Taylor of UTD and Alia Salem of the Council on American-Islamic Relations.