Archive for the ‘General’ Category

Finding The Buddha

Thursday, May 4th, 2006

Host Frank Stasio speaks with Jesse Kalisher about his new book “If You Find The Buddha” (Chronicle Books/2006). The book includes 93 images that “provide a new perspective both on Buddha and iconography in general.” (17:30)

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Joe Ehrmann/Durham Primaries

Wednesday, May 3rd, 2006

He once was the leader of the Sack Pack for the Baltimore Colts. Now, he coaches young men – and focuses on teaching them to love each other while they work toward on-field success. Host Frank Stasio talks with former NFL star Joe Ehrmann about love, relationships and football in advance of his appearance at Duke University’s Cameron Indoor Stadium tonight. Listener call-in. (54:00)

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Durham Primaries

Wednesday, May 3rd, 2006

Host Frank Stasio speaks with Bob Ashley, editor of the Durham Herald-Sun, about yesterday’s primary election results, which included a victory for embattled district attorney Mike Nifong and defeats of some controversial School Board members. (5:00)

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Sexual Assault

Tuesday, May 2nd, 2006

The alleged rape of a Durham woman by members of the Duke Lacrosse team has garnered national attention and seemingly endless media coverage. What effect has the situation – and the proliferation of coverage – had on sexual assault survivors? Host Frank Stasio talks with women’s rights advocates about the legacy of sexual assault, confronting painful memories, speaking out and healing. Guests include: Donna Lisker, director of the Duke Women’s Center; Monika Johnson Hostler, executive director of the NC Coalition Against Sexual Assault; and Lori Robinson, author of “I Will Survive: The African-American Guide to Healing from Sexual Assault and Abuse” (Seal Press 2003). Listener Call-In. (59:00)

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Day Without Immigrant/New Black Panthers

Monday, May 1st, 2006

A Day Without Immigrants: Today, immigrant workers across the nation are rallying for more rights and respect under federal immigration legislation. In North Carolina, some immigrant communities are participating in the “day without immigrants” in different ways. Host Frank Stasio looks at what’s happening across the state with North Carolina Public Radio reporter Rose Hoban, and with Ilana Dubester, North Carolina program coordinator for the Funders’ Collaborative for Strong Latino Communities. Dubester will be live at a demonstration in the Triangle. (12:00)

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