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Perserverance in Society and the Arts

February 26, 2008 Uncategorized

What does it take to see a project through in spite of the odds, and regardless of those who would rather see you fail? We’ll talk this hour with two artists in very different fields about their interpretation of and approach to adversity. Albert Maysles is a documentary filmmaker whose latest film “The Gates” follows the 26-year effort of artists Christo and Jeanne-Claude to accomplish one of their most triumphant installations in New York’s Central Park. “The Gates” premieres on HBO tonight. In the second part of the hour, we’ll talk with Lily Weiss, head of the Dance Department at Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts. There since the school became an arts magnet three decades ago, Weiss has helped transform the school into a nationally and internationally recognized institution.

The Teapot Dome Scandal: How Big Oil Bought the Harding White House and Tried to Steal the Country

February 25, 2008 Uncategorized

What was the Teapot Dome Scandal and how does this 88′ year-old case of petroleum industry influence and corruption reflect on today’s America? We’ll spent this hour with journalist Laton McCartney, author of the new book “The Teapot Dome Scandal: How Big Oil Bought the Harding White House and Tried to Steal the Country” (Random House, 2008).

Crisis Intervention Training and the Dallas Police Department

February 25, 2008 Uncategorized

How can police departments better deal with individuals in a state of mental crisis? We’ll discuss Crisis Intervention Training and the partnership between Mental Health America and the Dallas Police Department this hour with Dallas Police Chief David Kunkle, Dallas Police Senior Corporal Herb Cotner, and former officer and educator Gary Bush.

A Father's Journey with His Wordless Daughter

February 22, 2008 Uncategorized

What can we learn about tenacity and joy from children, even when they’re unable to communicate verbally? Robert Rummel-Hudson, whose daughter was diagnosed at age 3 with polymicrogyria, a rare disorder that leaves her unable to speak, will join us this evening to discuss his family’s triumphs in the face of an extraordinary challenge. His book is “Schuyler’s Monster: A Father’s Journey with His Wordless Daughter” (St. Martin’s Press, 2008). Photographer Peter Brown and writer Kent Haruf will join us during the Scene segment to discuss their collaboration on the book “West of Last Chance” (Norton, 2008) and the current gallery show at Photographs Do Not Bend.

The Option of Urbanism

February 21, 2008 Uncategorized

Is walkability a selling point in your neighborhood? Will proximity to work, retail, entertainment options become important elements in the residential market in the future? We’ll talk this hour with Brookings Institution visiting fellow Christopher B. Leinberger whose new book is “The Option of Urbanism: Investing in a New American Dream” (Island Press, 2008). He’ll address the Downtown Dallas organization’s annual meeting tomorrow.

From the Archives: The Rise and Fall of Three Great Cities of Spice

February 21, 2008 Uncategorized

Where did the spices originate and how did the spice-trade begin? We explored the tumultuous history of flavor last fall with Michael Krondl, author of “The Taste of Conquest: The Rise and Fall of Three Great Cities of Spice” (Ballantine Books, 2007).

Step Parenting and Communication

February 20, 2008 Uncategorized

How do stepfamilies differ from traditional families and how can communication styles influence these relationships? We’ll spend this hour with Paul Schrodt, Assistant Professor of Communication Studies at Texas Christian University who has studied stepfamily systems.

A Defense of Human Life

February 20, 2008 Uncategorized

As stem cell research progresses, the need for cells from embryos has decreased. According to Christopher Tollefson, Associate Professor of Philosophy at the University of South Carolina, the debate over the humanity of the embryo continues. He’ll join us this hour to discuss his new book “Embryo: A Defense of Human Life” (Doubleday, 2008).

The Uncensored History of the 9/11 Investigation

February 19, 2008 Uncategorized

How does an important government process like the massive 2002 investigation by the 9/11 Commission really work – especially when it’s being thwarted at almost every turn? We’ll talk this hour with New York Times investigative reporter Philip Shenon, whose new book is “The Commission: The Uncensored History of the 9/11 Investigation” (Twelve, 2008).

The 80th Academy Awards

February 19, 2008 Uncategorized

The 80th Academy Awards will be handed out this Sunday, February 24th. Who are your favorites for best actor? And which films would you like to see win? We’ll preview the Oscars this hour with Christopher Kelly of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram and Stephen Becker of the Dallas Morning News.

From the Archives: Crazy for God

February 18, 2008 Uncategorized

Think is on holiday. We hope you’ll enjoy an archive edition of the show this hour with Frank Schaeffer, author of the book “Crazy for God: How I Grew Up as One of the Elect, Helped Found the Religious Right, and Lived to Take All (or Almost All) of It Back” (Carroll and Graf, 2007).

Independent Minds: John Adams

February 18, 2008 Uncategorized

Think is on holiday. We hope you’ll enjoy the special program, “Independent Minds: John Adams” instead.