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11/5/2010
10:00 AM
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Veronica Rueckert
Humans and chimpanzees share nearly ninety-nine percent of each other's, genes. But why do we act so differently? After ten, Veronica Rueckert and her guest explore what makes us humans and what makes them chimps.
Guest: Jon Cohen, author of "Almost Chimpanzee: Searching for What Makes us Human, in Rainforests, Labs, Sanctuaries, and Zoos". He is a correspondent for Science. His work has also appeared in The Atlantic, The New Yorker, The New York Times Magazine, Smithsonian, Discover, and Slate. He’s also the author of "Shots in the Dark" and "Coming to Term".
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11/5/2010
10:00 PM
101105E
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Veronica Rueckert
Humans and chimpanzees share nearly ninety-nine percent of each other's, genes. But why do we act so differently? After ten, Veronica Rueckert and her guest explore what makes us humans and what makes them chimps.
Guest: Jon Cohen, author of "Almost Chimpanzee: Searching for What Makes us Human, in Rainforests, Labs, Sanctuaries, and Zoos". He is a correspondent for Science. His work has also appeared in The Atlantic, The New Yorker, The New York Times Magazine, Smithsonian, Discover, and Slate. He’s also the author of "Shots in the Dark" and "Coming to Term".
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Friday
10/29/2010
9:00 AM
101029D
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Veronica Rueckert
Deborah Fallows has spent much of her life learning languages. But nothing prepared her for the surprises in learning Mandarin, the most common language in China. After nine, Veronica Rueckert's guest talks about the insights she's gained through language.
Guest:Deborah Fallows, Ph.D. in linguistics. Author, "Dreaming in Chinese: Mandarin Lessons in Life, Love, and Language."
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Friday
10/29/2010
10:00 AM
101029E
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Veronica Rueckert
It's at the foundation for our daily lives... giving us such things as cell phones, computers, and DVDs. After ten, Veronica Rueckert and her guest explore the science of Quantum Mechanics, and how it's revolutionized our world.
Guest: James Kakalios, author, "The Amazing Story of Quantum Mechanics: A Math-Free Exploration of the Science That Made Our World" Professor, School of Physics and Astronomy, the University of Minnesota.
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Friday
10/29/2010
10:00 PM
101029E
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Veronica Rueckert
It's at the foundation of our daily lives, giving us such things as cell phones, computers, and DVDs. After ten, Veronica Rueckert and her guest explore the science of Quantum Mechanics, and how it's revolutionized our world.
Guest: James Kakalios, author, "The Amazing Story of Quantum Mechanics: A Math-Free Exploration of the Science That Made Our World" Professor, School of Physics and Astronomy, the University of Minnesota.
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Friday
10/22/2010
9:00 AM
101022D
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Veronica Rueckert
The Only Child...lonely, spoiled, bossy, social misfits... or are they? After nine, Veronica Rueckert and her guests examine the myth of the Only-child.
Guests:
- Toni Falbo, professor of educational psychology, College of Education, and faculty research associate, Population Research Center, The University of Texas-Austin.
- Daphne Uviller, co-editor, "Only Child: Writers on the Singular Joys and Solitary Sorrows of Growing Up Solo".
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Friday
10/22/2010
10:00 AM
101022E
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Veronica Rueckert
For decades now he's been creating worlds beyond our imagination... from American Gods... to Coraline... Stardust... and The Sandman series. After ten, Veronica Rueckert visits some of the many worlds of science fiction and fantasy author Neil Gaiman.
Guest: Neil Gaiman, author of science fiction and fantasy short stories and novels, comic books and graphic novels, audio theatre, and films.
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Friday
10/22/2010
10:00 PM
101022D
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Veronica Rueckert
The Only Child...lonely, spoiled, bossy, social misfits... or are they? After nine, Veronica Rueckert and her guests examine the myth of the Only-Child.
Guests:
- Toni Falbo, professor of educational psychology, College of Education, and faculty research associate, Population Research Center, The University of Texas-Austin.
- Daphne Uviller, co-editor, "Only Child: Writers on the Singular Joys and Solitary Sorrows of Growing Up Solo".
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Friday
10/15/2010
9:00 AM
101015D
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Veronica Rueckert
Science and religion are two of the most powerful and divisive forces in human history. Can they ever coexist? After nine, Veronica Rueckert and her guest examine how Science and Religion shape our world view.
Guest: Steve Paulson, Executive Producer, WPR nationally syndicated radio program To the Best of Our Knowledge. Author, "Atoms and Edens: Conversations on Religion and Science".
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Friday
10/15/2010
10:00 AM
101015E
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Veronica Rueckert
Squash, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and sweet potatoes are just a part of the bounty of Autumn in Wisconsin. After ten, Veronica Rueckert's guest shares some great fall and winter recipes for the upcoming holiday season.
Guest: Tory Miller, chef and co-owner, Madison’s L’Etoile Restaurant. Teacher, Chef in the Classroom program.
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Friday
10/15/2010
10:00 PM
101015E
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Veronica Rueckert
Is a "book" really its physical, printed case... or is it the knowledge hidden inside? After nine, Veronica Rueckert's guest discusses the value of books, and how they help us encase and understand knowledge.
Guest: William Germano, Dean, faculty of humanities and social sciences, Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art. Author, "What Are Books Good For?" (The Chronicle of Higher Education September 26th). (Rebroadcast from October 1, 2010)
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Friday
10/8/2010
9:00 AM
101008D
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Veronica Rueckert
While we may consider ourselves good judges of character and events, research suggests we're not as good as we think. After nine, Veronica Rueckert and her guests discuss the trouble with intuition.
Guests:
- Christopher Chabris, assistant professor of psychology, Union College. Adjunct assistant professor of neurology, Albany Medical College. Visiting scholar, MIT Center for Collective Intelligence.
- Daniel Simons, professor, Department of Psychology, Beckman Institute, University of Illinois.
- Co-authors, "The Invisible Gorilla: And Other Ways Our Intuitions Deceive Us."
(Rebroadcast from 7/09/10)
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10/8/2010
10:00 AM
101008E
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Veronica Rueckert
Pollution comes not just from smokestacks and contaminated waterways... it's also in your home, your shampoo, toothbrush, and your kid's toys. After ten, Veronica Rueckert and her guests talk about the hidden dangers in everyday items.
Guests:
- Rick Smith, author and environmentalist. Executive Director of Environmental Defense Canada.
- Bruce Lourie, expert on toxic pollution and mercury. President, Ivey Foundation.
-- Co-authors, "Slow Death by Rubber Duck: How the Toxic Chemistry of Everyday Life Affects Our Health". (Rebroadcast from 4/9/2010)
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10/8/2010
10:00 PM
101008E
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Veronica Rueckert
Pollution comes not just from smokestacks and contaminated waterways... it's also in your home, your shampoo, toothbrush, and your kid's toys. After ten, Veronica Rueckert and her guests talk about the hidden dangers in everyday items.
Guests:
- Rick Smith, author and environmentalist. Executive Director of Environmental Defense Canada.
- Bruce Lourie, expert on toxic pollution and mercury. President, Ivey Foundation.
-- Co-authors, "Slow Death by Rubber Duck: How the Toxic Chemistry of Everyday Life Affects Our Health". (Rebroadcast from 4/9/2010)
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Friday
10/1/2010
9:00 AM
101001D
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Veronica Rueckert
Is a "book" really its physical, printed case... or is it the knowledge hidden inside? After nine, Veronica Rueckert's guest discusses the value of books, and how they help us encase and understand knowledge.
Guest: William Germano, Dean, faculty of humanities and social sciences, Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art. Author, "What Are Books Good For?" (The Chronicle of Higher Education September 26th).
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10/1/2010
10:00 AM
101001E
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Veronica Rueckert
After ten, Veronica Rueckert's guests have tips for raising kids to be critical thinkers, as well as environmentally and socially conscious.
Guests:
10:00 - Todd Christopher, author, “The Green Hour: A Daily Dose of Nature for Happier, Healthier, Smarter Kids.” www.toddchristopher.com
10:30 - Greg Marshall and Jeremy Bryan, members of the Figureheads. www.figureheadsinc.org
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10/1/2010
10:00 PM
101001E
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Veronica Rueckert
After ten, Veronica Rueckert's guests have tips for raising kids to be critical thinkers, as well as environmentally and socially conscious.
Guests:
10:00 - Todd Christopher, author, “The Green Hour: A Daily Dose of Nature for Happier, Healthier, Smarter Kids.” www.toddchristopher.com
10:30 - Greg Marshall and Jeremy Bryan, members of the Figureheads. www.figureheadsinc.org
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Friday
9/24/2010
9:00 AM
100924D
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Veronica Rueckert
Wisconsin's largest literary festival returns to downtown Madison next week. After nine, Veronica Rueckert and her guest discuss the Wisconsin Book Festival.
Guest: Alison Jones Chaim, director of the Wisconsin Book Festival.
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Friday
9/24/2010
10:00 AM
100924E
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Veronica Rueckert
Can people learn or be taught to be more creative? Yes, according to Veronica’s guest, after ten, who provides useful tips for tapping your inner creativity.
Guest: Lynda Barry, painter, cartoonist, writer, illustrator, playwright, editor, commentator and teacher. Creator, syndicated strip Ernie Pook's Comeek. Author, "One! Hundred! Demons!," "The! Greatest! of! Marlys!," "Cruddy: An Illustrated Novel".
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9/24/2010
10:00 PM
100924E
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Veronica Rueckert
Can people learn or be taught to be more creative? Yes, according to Veronica’s guest, after ten, who provides useful tips for tapping your inner creativity.
Guest: Lynda Barry, painter, cartoonist, writer, illustrator, playwright, editor, commentator and teacher. Creator, syndicated strip Ernie Pook's Comeek. Author, "One! Hundred! Demons!," "The! Greatest! of! Marlys!," "Cruddy: An Illustrated Novel".
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9/17/2010
9:00 AM
100917D
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Veronica Rueckert
After ten, Veronica Rueckert and her guest discuss the ‘taste of place’ – why foods from one place have a different flavor than the same food from somewhere else.
Guest: Rowan Jacobsen, journalist and author. His books include, “Geography of Oysters: The Connoisseur’s Guide to Oyster Eating in North America,” “Fruitless Fall: The Collapse of the Honey Bee and the Coming Agricultural Crisis,” and most recently, “American Terroir: Savoring the Flavors of Our Woods, Waters, and Fields.”
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9/17/2010
10:00 AM
100917E
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Veronica Rueckert
Some places have a bad reputation. But are they really THAT bad? After ten, Veronica Rueckert and her guest take a look at how our travel decisions are sometimes driven by fear and paranoia about the world around us.
Guest: Chuck Thompson, Travel writer. Former features editor, Maxim magazine. Author, "To Hellholes and Back: Bribes, Lies, and the Art of Extreme Tourism."
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Friday
9/17/2010
10:00 PM
100917E
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Veronica Rueckert
Some places have a bad reputation. But are they really THAT bad? After ten, Veronica Rueckert and her guest take a look at how our travel decisions are sometimes driven by fear and paranoia about the world around us.
Guest: Chuck Thompson, Travel writer. Former features editor, Maxim magzine. Author, "To Hellholes and Back: Bribes, Lies, and the Art of Extreme Tourism."
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Friday
9/10/2010
9:00 AM
100910D
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Veronica Rueckert
Are we genetically wired to appreciate art? After nine, Veronica Rueckert’s guest says our interest in Sinatra and Picasso are the result of human evolution.
Guest: Denis Dutton, professor of philosophy, University of Canterbury, New Zealand. Author, "The Art Instinct: Beauty, Pleasure and Human Evolution." His website is Arts & Letters Daily.
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9/10/2010
10:00 PM
100910D
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Veronica Rueckert
Are we genetically wired to appreciate art? After nine, Veronica Rueckert’s guest says our interest in Sinatra and Picasso are the result of human evolution.
Guest: Denis Dutton, professor of philosophy, University of Canterbury, New Zealand. Author, "The Art Instinct: Beauty, Pleasure and Human Evolution." His website is Arts & Letters Daily.
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Friday
9/3/2010
9:00 AM
100903D
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Veronica Rueckert
Does the German language make the German people more orderly? After nine, Veronica Rueckert and her guest explore how language can affect the way we perceive and understand the world around us.
Guest: Guy Deutscher, Honorary Research Fellow, School of Languages, Linguistics, and Cultures, University of Manchester. Author, "Through the Language Glass: Why the World Looks Different in Other Languages" & "The Unfolding of Language".
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Friday
9/3/2010
10:00 AM
100903E
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Veronica Rueckert
After ten, Veronica Rueckert’s guest says, to be good, food doesn't have to be "traditional," "slow," or "homemade"...our industrial economy has made many foods... and our lives... better.
Guest: Rachel Laudan, author, “In Praise of Fast Food” (September-October Utne Reader), an excerpt from her book, "The Gastronomica Reader".
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9/3/2010
10:00 PM
100903E
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Veronica Rueckert
After ten, Veronica Rueckert’s guest says good food doesn't have to be "traditional," "slow," or "homemade"...our industrial economy has made some foods... and our lives... better.
Guest: Rachel Laudan, author, “In Praise of Fast Food” (September-October Utne Reader), an excerpt from her book, "The Gastronomica Reader".
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Friday
8/27/2010
9:00 AM
100827D
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Veronica Rueckert
We've always prized it... but new research suggests Americans are becoming less creative. After nine, Veronica Rueckert’s guests describe how we can bring more creativity into our lives.
Guests: Po Bronson and Ashley Merryman, authors, “The Creativity Crisis” (Newsweek July 10th). Authors, "NurtureShock: New Thinking About Children."
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Friday
8/27/2010
10:00 AM
100827E
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Veronica Rueckert
Writer and humorist Sloane Crosley joins Veronica Rueckert, after ten, to share from her latest collection of essays.
Guest: Sloane Crosley, author, “How Did You Get This Number.” Also, “I Was Told There'd Be Cake”.
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Friday
8/27/2010
10:00 PM
100827E
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Veronica Rueckert
Writer and humorist Sloane Crosley joins Veronica Rueckert, after ten, to share from her latest collection of essays.
Guest: Sloane Crosley, author, “How Did You Get This Number.” Also, “I Was Told There'd Be Cake”.
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Friday
8/20/2010
9:00 AM
100820D
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Anne Strainchamps in for Veronica Rueckert
Internet addiction used to be a joke. After nine, Anne Strainchamps is in for Veronica Rueckert. She and her guest discuss how our "wired" world makes Internet addiction seem less a parody, and more of a possibility.
Guest: Greg Beato, Contributing editor and columnist, Reason magazine. Author, “Internet Addiction: What Once was Parody May Soon Be Diagnosis” (August-September Reason magazine).
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Friday
8/20/2010
10:00 AM
100820E
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Anne Strainchamps in for Veronica Rueckert
Where do monsters come from, and when did they first take hold of the human psyche? After ten, Anne Strainchamps and her guest discuss the history of monsters.
Guest: Stephen Asma, Professor of Philosophy and Distinguished Scholar, Columbia College, Chicago. Author, "On Monsters: An Unnatural History of Our Worst Fears."
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8/20/2010
10:00 PM
100820E
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Anne Strainchamps in for Veronica Rueckert
Where do monsters come from, and when did they first take hold of the human psyche? After ten, Anne Strainchamps and her guest discuss the history of monsters.
Guest: Stephen Asma, Professor of Philosophy and Distinguished Scholar, Columbia College, Chicago. Author, "On Monsters: An Unnatural History of Our Worst Fears."
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Friday
8/13/2010
9:00 AM
100813D
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Veronica Rueckert
We Humans were born to run, one of the things allowing us to survive and thrive in the world. After nine, Veronica Rueckert’s guest says that running... while no longer essential to survival... is still the key to health and happiness.
Guest: Christopher McDougall, contributing editor, Men’s Health. Author, "Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen".
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Friday
8/13/2010
10:00 AM
100813E
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Veronica Rueckert
It may not inspire fond memories, but Veronica Rueckert’s guest, after ten, says The Periodic Table of the Elements holds a treasure trove of passion, adventure... and betrayal.
Guest: Sam Kean, correspondent, Science magazine. Author, "The Disappearing Spoon: And Other True Tales of Madness, Love, and the History of the World from the Periodic Table of the Elements."
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8/13/2010
10:00 PM
100813E
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Veronica Rueckert
It may not inspire fond memories, but Veronica Rueckert’s guest, after ten, says The Periodic Table of the Elements holds a treasure trove of passion, adventure... and betrayal.
Guest: Sam Kean, correspondent, Science magazine. Author, "The Disappearing Spoon: And Other True Tales of Madness, Love, and the History of the World from the Periodic Table of the Elements."
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