The current college ranking system doesn’t put a premium on the employment and earning prospects of graduates from each university. Rob Ferrett and Veronica Rueckert hear about President Obama’s push to change that. Then they talk to a human trafficking expert about the FBI’s latest crackdown on child sex trafficking in the United States and hear from an advocate for less consumption.
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President Obama's Proposed Plan To Rank Colleges
President Obama has proposed a ranking system for colleges and universities so students and parents can make better financial and educational decisions. We’ll ask our guest about the impact of a ranking system and the arguments for and against it.
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After The FBI Rescues Victims Of Child Sex-Trafficking, What Happens To Them?
On Monday the FBI announced they rescued 168 victims of child sex-trafficking and arrested 281 pimps as part of an annual nationwide crackdown. An expert on human trafficking discusses the operation and what happens to the victims once they’re rescued.
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All You Need Is Less
Eco-living is all the buzz nowadays, but how does one make the transition to green living without succumbing to stress and guilt? An eco-blogger and new parent shares simple, easy tips that will save money too.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Veronica Rueckert Host
- Nicholas Hillman Guest
- Birdgette Carr Guest
- Madeleine Somerville Guest
- Amanda Magnus Producer
- Marika Suval Producer
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