http://www.odeo.com/channels/2110-Weekday-Podcast no A daily (Monday - Friday) call-in talk show that tracks the trends in society that will become tomorrow's headlines. A daily (Monday - Friday) call-in talk show that tracks the trends in society that will become tomorrow's headlines. Weekday en-us 40 Fri, 11 Dec 2009 11:05:00 -0800 Fri, 11 Dec 2009 11:05:00 -0800 Politics http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25524742-Your-Take-on-News Once again it is Friday. What stories caught your attention? What hasn't been covered enough? Is there anything that really made your blood boil? The news is more than the mainstream headlines. Don't let the media choose all the topics. What is your take on the news? Once again it is Friday. What stories caught your attention? What hasn't been covered enough? Is there anything that really made your blood boil? The news is more than the mainstream headlines. Don't let the media choose all the topics. What is your take on the news? Once again it is Friday. What stories caught your attention? What hasn't been covered enough? Is there anything that really made your blood boil? The news is more than the mainstream headlines. Don't let the media choose all the topics. What is your take on the news? tag:odeo.com,2009-12-11,25524742 Fri, 11 Dec 2009 11:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25523765-The-Sound-of-Noise-Part-II-The-Soundscape-of-Your-Life There are noises all around us. Buses passing, ferry horns and seagulls. Your radiator as it heats your home or the neighbor's barking dog. Most of us learn to ignore common noises, but some people actually collect these sounds. What sounds do you hear every day? Are some of those noises beautiful when you isolate them? What is the soundscape of your life? Call in and play sounds for us or email your recordings to "Weekday." The sound of noise, on "Weekday." There are noises all around us. Buses passing, ferry horns and seagulls. Your radiator as it heats your home or the neighbor's barking dog. Most of us learn to ignore common noises, but some people actually collect these sounds. What sounds do you hear every day? Are some of those noises beautiful when you isolate them? What is the soundscape of your life? Call in and play sounds for us or email your recordings to "Weekday." The sound of noise, on "Weekday." There are noises all around us. Buses passing, ferry horns and seagulls. Your radiator as it heats your home or the neighbor's barking dog. Most of us learn to ignore common noises, but some people actually collect these sounds. What sounds do you hear every day? Are some of those noises beautiful when you isolate them? What is the soundscape of your life? Call in and play sounds for us or email your recordings to "Weekday." The sound of noise, on "Weekday." tag:odeo.com,2009-12-11,25523765 Fri, 11 Dec 2009 10:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25519822-Ask-King-County-Executive-Dow-Constantine Our new King County Executive, Dow Constantine, vowed to take decisive action to change government for the better within his first 100 days. He was quick to appoint his transitional staff, including primary opponent Sen. Fred Jarrett. What's next? What changes do you want to see in the county? Call 1.800.289.KUOW (5869). Our new King County Executive, Dow Constantine, vowed to take decisive action to change government for the better within his first 100 days. He was quick to appoint his transitional staff, including primary opponent Sen. Fred Jarrett. What's next? What changes do you want to see in the county? Call 1.800.289.KUOW (5869). Our new King County Executive, Dow Constantine, vowed to take decisive action to change government for the better within his first 100 days. He was quick to appoint his transitional staff, including primary opponent Sen. Fred Jarrett. What's next? What changes do you want to see in the county? Call 1.800.289.KUOW (5869). tag:odeo.com,2009-12-10,25519822 Thu, 10 Dec 2009 11:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25518863-Because-It-s-There-A-Conversation-with-Mountaineer-Ed-Viesturs The mountain K2 in Pakistan's Karakorm range is the deadliest peak in the world. One out of every four mountaineers who attempt to summit K2 die in the process. Why do they try? What can the mountains teach us? Ed Viesturs has climbed 14 of the world's tallest mountains without using oxygen. The mountain K2 in Pakistan's Karakorm range is the deadliest peak in the world. One out of every four mountaineers who attempt to summit K2 die in the process. Why do they try? What can the mountains teach us? Ed Viesturs has climbed 14 of the world's tallest mountains without using oxygen. The mountain K2 in Pakistan's Karakorm range is the deadliest peak in the world. One out of every four mountaineers who attempt to summit K2 die in the process. Why do they try? What can the mountains teach us? Ed Viesturs has climbed 14 of the world's tallest mountains without using oxygen. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-10,25518863 Thu, 10 Dec 2009 10:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25515199-To-Annex-or-Not-to-Annex Eastside residents recently considered incorporating three small neighborhoods into Kirkland. The annexation came up just .06 percent shy of the 60 percent needed to pass. Proponents could still force the issue through the city council. What services can a city offer that are missing in unincorporated areas? At what cost to do these services come? Is annexation a sign of a county budget crunch, or simply a matter of urban growth? Do you live in Kirkland or the proposed annexation area? Do you live in another area that has recently been annexed? Share your thoughts with us. To annex or not to annex, today on "Weekday." Eastside residents recently considered incorporating three small neighborhoods into Kirkland. The annexation came up just .06 percent shy of the 60 percent needed to pass. Proponents could still force the issue through the city council. What services can a city offer that are missing in unincorporated areas? At what cost to do these services come? Is annexation a sign of a county budget crunch, or simply a matter of urban growth? Do you live in Kirkland or the proposed annexation area? Do you live in another area that has recently been annexed? Share your thoughts with us. To annex or not to annex, today on "Weekday." Eastside residents recently considered incorporating three small neighborhoods into Kirkland. The annexation came up just .06 percent shy of the 60 percent needed to pass. Proponents could still force the issue through the city council. What services can a city offer that are missing in unincorporated areas? At what cost to do these services come? Is annexation a sign of a county budget crunch, or simply a matter of urban growth? Do you live in Kirkland or the proposed annexation area? Do you live in another area that has recently been annexed? Share your thoughts with us. To annex or not to annex, today on "Weekday." tag:odeo.com,2009-12-09,25515199 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 11:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25514203-The-Changing-World-of-the-Polar-Bear-Richard-Ellis In less than 100 years, polar bears could be extinct. The Arctic sea ice is thinning, shrinking their habitat. Scientists have seen cases of polar bears cannibalizing cubs for food this year. The bear is currently listed as a threatened species, but Alaska is suing to have that repealed. Will the polar bear survive? Science writer Richard Ellis says that it's up to us. In less than 100 years, polar bears could be extinct. The Arctic sea ice is thinning, shrinking their habitat. Scientists have seen cases of polar bears cannibalizing cubs for food this year. The bear is currently listed as a threatened species, but Alaska is suing to have that repealed. Will the polar bear survive? Science writer Richard Ellis says that it's up to us. In less than 100 years, polar bears could be extinct. The Arctic sea ice is thinning, shrinking their habitat. Scientists have seen cases of polar bears cannibalizing cubs for food this year. The bear is currently listed as a threatened species, but Alaska is suing to have that repealed. Will the polar bear survive? Science writer Richard Ellis says that it's up to us. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-09,25514203 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 10:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25509949-Greendays-Gardening-Panel-Attracting-Wildlife-in-Winter It's nice to look out your window and see birds flitting about. The scavenging squirrel is fun to observe, or even the occasional owl or deer. How can you attract wildlife in the winter? Are there certain berries they like? A bird seed that's especially tasty? Our gardening panel shares some ideas. Also, your general gardening questions answered. It's nice to look out your window and see birds flitting about. The scavenging squirrel is fun to observe, or even the occasional owl or deer. How can you attract wildlife in the winter? Are there certain berries they like? A bird seed that's especially tasty? Our gardening panel shares some ideas. Also, your general gardening questions answered. It's nice to look out your window and see birds flitting about. The scavenging squirrel is fun to observe, or even the occasional owl or deer. How can you attract wildlife in the winter? Are there certain berries they like? A bird seed that's especially tasty? Our gardening panel shares some ideas. Also, your general gardening questions answered. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-08,25509949 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 11:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25508910-A-Conversation-With-the-Iraqi-Ambassador-to-the-United-States-Samir-Sumaida-ie President Obama laid out plans for Afghanistan last week, but what about Iraq? What should U.S. engagement there look like in the short, and long, term? How is the Iraqi government doing? How are Iraqi citizens affected by changes in our military presence? Mr. Samir Sumaida'ie is the first Iraqi ambassador to the United States in 16 years. Prior to that appointment, he was Minister of Interior in Baghdad. He joins us for a look at U.S./Iraq policy going forward, and to give a firsthand report of Iraq today. President Obama laid out plans for Afghanistan last week, but what about Iraq? What should U.S. engagement there look like in the short, and long, term? How is the Iraqi government doing? How are Iraqi citizens affected by changes in our military presence? Mr. Samir Sumaida'ie is the first Iraqi ambassador to the United States in 16 years. Prior to that appointment, he was Minister of Interior in Baghdad. He joins us for a look at U.S./Iraq policy going forward, and to give a firsthand report of Iraq today. President Obama laid out plans for Afghanistan last week, but what about Iraq? What should U.S. engagement there look like in the short, and long, term? How is the Iraqi government doing? How are Iraqi citizens affected by changes in our military presence? Mr. Samir Sumaida'ie is the first Iraqi ambassador to the United States in 16 years. Prior to that appointment, he was Minister of Interior in Baghdad. He joins us for a look at U.S./Iraq policy going forward, and to give a firsthand report of Iraq today. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-08,25508910 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 10:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25505027-Copenhagen-Groundbreaking-Climate-Change-Negotiations-or-More-of-the-Same Only seven countries in the world have not signed the Kyoto protocol, a climate protection agreement ratified in 1997. The city of Seattle signed the Kyoto protocol, but the United States did not. The next version of this international environmental treaty is supposed to be crafted in Copenhagen this week. Will the nations there be able to agree on a treaty? Will the U.S. be willing to sign it? The U.S. Senate has been dragging its feet on passing a cap and trade bill. Will that failure put a wrench in the Copenhagen negotiations? Or will something else derail the process? We'll get the inside scoop about what's going on in Copenhagen, on the next "Weekday." Only seven countries in the world have not signed the Kyoto protocol, a climate protection agreement ratified in 1997. The city of Seattle signed the Kyoto protocol, but the United States did not. The next version of this international environmental treaty is supposed to be crafted in Copenhagen this week. Will the nations there be able to agree on a treaty? Will the U.S. be willing to sign it? The U.S. Senate has been dragging its feet on passing a cap and trade bill. Will that failure put a wrench in the Copenhagen negotiations? Or will something else derail the process? We'll get the inside scoop about what's going on in Copenhagen, on the next "Weekday." Only seven countries in the world have not signed the Kyoto protocol, a climate protection agreement ratified in 1997. The city of Seattle signed the Kyoto protocol, but the United States did not. The next version of this international environmental treaty is supposed to be crafted in Copenhagen this week. Will the nations there be able to agree on a treaty? Will the U.S. be willing to sign it? The U.S. Senate has been dragging its feet on passing a cap and trade bill. Will that failure put a wrench in the Copenhagen negotiations? Or will something else derail the process? We'll get the inside scoop about what's going on in Copenhagen, on the next "Weekday." tag:odeo.com,2009-12-07,25505027 Mon, 07 Dec 2009 11:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25504025-Aging-and-AIDS What is the reality of aging with AIDS? Medications have allowed people with HIV/AIDS to live longer, but as they age, some experience serious side effects from the drugs. Popular drug cocktails can contribute to accelerated cardiovascular disease, redistribution of fat, and neurological and cognitive defects. How can people with AIDS stay healthy as they get older? What new drug combinations could help? Also, seniors who contract HIV later in life often experience social isolation and stigma. We'll address the psychosocial issues of aging and HIV/AIDS. Are you living with HIV? What challenges are you experiencing as you age? What concerns do you have? How do you stay healthy? Call 1.800.289.KUOW during the show to share your perspective. What is the reality of aging with AIDS? Medications have allowed people with HIV/AIDS to live longer, but as they age, some experience serious side effects from the drugs. Popular drug cocktails can contribute to accelerated cardiovascular disease, redistribution of fat, and neurological and cognitive defects. How can people with AIDS stay healthy as they get older? What new drug combinations could help? Also, seniors who contract HIV later in life often experience social isolation and stigma. We'll address the psychosocial issues of aging and HIV/AIDS. Are you living with HIV? What challenges are you experiencing as you age? What concerns do you have? How do you stay healthy? Call 1.800.289.KUOW during the show to share your perspective. What is the reality of aging with AIDS? Medications have allowed people with HIV/AIDS to live longer, but as they age, some experience serious side effects from the drugs. Popular drug cocktails can contribute to accelerated cardiovascular disease, redistribution of fat, and neurological and cognitive defects. How can people with AIDS stay healthy as they get older? What new drug combinations could help? Also, seniors who contract HIV later in life often experience social isolation and stigma. We'll address the psychosocial issues of aging and HIV/AIDS. Are you living with HIV? What challenges are you experiencing as you age? What concerns do you have? How do you stay healthy? Call 1.800.289.KUOW during the show to share your perspective. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-07,25504025 Mon, 07 Dec 2009 10:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25492344-Your-Take-on-News Once again it is Friday. Time to talk over the week's news. What stories caught your attention? What hasn't been covered enough? What makes your blood really boil? What's your take on the news? Once again it is Friday. Time to talk over the week's news. What stories caught your attention? What hasn't been covered enough? What makes your blood really boil? What's your take on the news? Once again it is Friday. Time to talk over the week's news. What stories caught your attention? What hasn't been covered enough? What makes your blood really boil? What's your take on the news? tag:odeo.com,2009-12-04,25492344 Fri, 04 Dec 2009 11:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25491301-Faces-from-the-Land Ben and Linda Marra attended their first powwow nearly 20 years ago in search of a photo to advertise color–printing techniques. What they found was history, heritage and art. The Marra's continue to photograph powwows and have done portraits of hundreds of dancers. The music and the dance of the powwow, today on "Weekday." Ben and Linda Marra attended their first powwow nearly 20 years ago in search of a photo to advertise color–printing techniques. What they found was history, heritage and art. The Marra's continue to photograph powwows and have done portraits of hundreds of dancers. The music and the dance of the powwow, today on "Weekday." Ben and Linda Marra attended their first powwow nearly 20 years ago in search of a photo to advertise color–printing techniques. What they found was history, heritage and art. The Marra's continue to photograph powwows and have done portraits of hundreds of dancers. The music and the dance of the powwow, today on "Weekday." tag:odeo.com,2009-12-04,25491301 Fri, 04 Dec 2009 10:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25486368-Public-Transit-Portland-vs-Seattle-and-Frugal-Travel-Ideas-with-Willie-Weir It's long been thought that Portland's public transportation system puts Seattle to shame. "Weekday's" bicycle correspondent Willie Weir brings us his review. Also, tight budgets dim hopes for travel, especially as the holidays arrive — or do they? Willie is great at frugal travel. We'll get his suggestion, and yours. It's long been thought that Portland's public transportation system puts Seattle to shame. "Weekday's" bicycle correspondent Willie Weir brings us his review. Also, tight budgets dim hopes for travel, especially as the holidays arrive — or do they? Willie is great at frugal travel. We'll get his suggestion, and yours. It's long been thought that Portland's public transportation system puts Seattle to shame. "Weekday's" bicycle correspondent Willie Weir brings us his review. Also, tight budgets dim hopes for travel, especially as the holidays arrive — or do they? Willie is great at frugal travel. We'll get his suggestion, and yours. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-03,25486368 Thu, 03 Dec 2009 11:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25486367-Mental-Health-and-Criminal-Behavior Five weeks before the shootings which killed four police officers in Lakewood, suspect Maurice Clemmons was evaluated by psychologists at Western State Hospital by order of a judge. He described to the psychologists hallucinations he had had seeing "people drinking blood and people eating babies." He was found dangerous, but mentally competent to stand trial. What exactly is the relationship between the mental health system and the criminal justice system? Do mentally ill offenders get the treatment they need? Should the mentally ill be treated in prison, or in the community? How did someone like Maurice Clemmons fall through the cracks? Mental health, and the criminal justice system, today on "Weekday." Five weeks before the shootings which killed four police officers in Lakewood, suspect Maurice Clemmons was evaluated by psychologists at Western State Hospital by order of a judge. He described to the psychologists hallucinations he had had seeing "people drinking blood and people eating babies." He was found dangerous, but mentally competent to stand trial. What exactly is the relationship between the mental health system and the criminal justice system? Do mentally ill offenders get the treatment they need? Should the mentally ill be treated in prison, or in the community? How did someone like Maurice Clemmons fall through the cracks? Mental health, and the criminal justice system, today on "Weekday." Five weeks before the shootings which killed four police officers in Lakewood, suspect Maurice Clemmons was evaluated by psychologists at Western State Hospital by order of a judge. He described to the psychologists hallucinations he had had seeing "people drinking blood and people eating babies." He was found dangerous, but mentally competent to stand trial. What exactly is the relationship between the mental health system and the criminal justice system? Do mentally ill offenders get the treatment they need? Should the mentally ill be treated in prison, or in the community? How did someone like Maurice Clemmons fall through the cracks? Mental health, and the criminal justice system, today on "Weekday." tag:odeo.com,2009-12-03,25486367 Thu, 03 Dec 2009 10:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25481015-Madeleine-Albright-Stories-from-a-Diplomat-s-Jewel-Box Saddam Hussein once called Madeleine Albright "an unparalleled serpent." Her response? The next time she met with Iraqi officials, she wore a pin on her left shoulder — a pin featuring a snake. That began a long legacy of coordinating brooches to meetings, moods, even hopes. Today we look at Albright's diplomatic work through her pin collection. We'll also get the latest news from Canada and ask you about your collections. Saddam Hussein once called Madeleine Albright "an unparalleled serpent." Her response? The next time she met with Iraqi officials, she wore a pin on her left shoulder — a pin featuring a snake. That began a long legacy of coordinating brooches to meetings, moods, even hopes. Today we look at Albright's diplomatic work through her pin collection. We'll also get the latest news from Canada and ask you about your collections. Saddam Hussein once called Madeleine Albright "an unparalleled serpent." Her response? The next time she met with Iraqi officials, she wore a pin on her left shoulder — a pin featuring a snake. That began a long legacy of coordinating brooches to meetings, moods, even hopes. Today we look at Albright's diplomatic work through her pin collection. We'll also get the latest news from Canada and ask you about your collections. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-02,25481015 Wed, 02 Dec 2009 11:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25481014-Afghanistan-Policy The Obama administration has been deliberating for months on whether to send more troops to Afghanistan. 30,000 more troops will be sent, but the president promises they'll be on a strict timeline to return. We'll discuss the decision and its ramifications today. The Obama administration has been deliberating for months on whether to send more troops to Afghanistan. 30,000 more troops will be sent, but the president promises they'll be on a strict timeline to return. We'll discuss the decision and its ramifications today. The Obama administration has been deliberating for months on whether to send more troops to Afghanistan. 30,000 more troops will be sent, but the president promises they'll be on a strict timeline to return. We'll discuss the decision and its ramifications today. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-02,25481014 Wed, 02 Dec 2009 10:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25457464-Greendays-Gardening-Panel-Holiday-Decorating-Using-Your-Yard-and-Garden It's fun to decorate your home for the holidays — but it can be expensive! Today we offer tips on decorating your house with clippings from your yard. What will stay green and beautiful? What will rot on your mantle. Also, your general gardening questions — answered! It's fun to decorate your home for the holidays — but it can be expensive! Today we offer tips on decorating your house with clippings from your yard. What will stay green and beautiful? What will rot on your mantle. Also, your general gardening questions — answered! It's fun to decorate your home for the holidays — but it can be expensive! Today we offer tips on decorating your house with clippings from your yard. What will stay green and beautiful? What will rot on your mantle. Also, your general gardening questions — answered! tag:odeo.com,2009-12-01,25457464 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 11:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25457463-Writing-about-Cops-Drugs-and-Crime-with-Author-Richard-Price To write his novels about cops and gang members, writer Richard Price puts himself in the action. Riding with the cops. Touring the projects with a drug dealer. Price helped write Obama's favorite TV show "The Wire," and several movies including "The Color of Money." Richard Price joins us today. To write his novels about cops and gang members, writer Richard Price puts himself in the action. Riding with the cops. Touring the projects with a drug dealer. Price helped write Obama's favorite TV show "The Wire," and several movies including "The Color of Money." Richard Price joins us today. To write his novels about cops and gang members, writer Richard Price puts himself in the action. Riding with the cops. Touring the projects with a drug dealer. Price helped write Obama's favorite TV show "The Wire," and several movies including "The Color of Money." Richard Price joins us today. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-01,25457463 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 10:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25457468-Brad-Matsen-on-Jacques-Cousteau Jacques Cousteau introduced an entire generation of TV viewers to the world beneath the waves. But he was more than just the man in the red hat. He was an explorer, an inventor, a hunter, a bigamist and television personality. We explore the life of the famous oceanographer with writer Brad Matsen, on the next "Weekday." Jacques Cousteau introduced an entire generation of TV viewers to the world beneath the waves. But he was more than just the man in the red hat. He was an explorer, an inventor, a hunter, a bigamist and television personality. We explore the life of the famous oceanographer with writer Brad Matsen, on the next "Weekday." Jacques Cousteau introduced an entire generation of TV viewers to the world beneath the waves. But he was more than just the man in the red hat. He was an explorer, an inventor, a hunter, a bigamist and television personality. We explore the life of the famous oceanographer with writer Brad Matsen, on the next "Weekday." tag:odeo.com,2009-11-30,25457468 Mon, 30 Nov 2009 11:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25457466-Food-Shortages-and-Rebellions-Eric-Holtz-Gimenez Last week, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced that almost 50 million Americans could not get enough to eat last year. Is the world on the edge of a food crisis? Today on "Weekday" we'll explore the complexities of global agricultural production and why so many people are hungry. Last week, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced that almost 50 million Americans could not get enough to eat last year. Is the world on the edge of a food crisis? Today on "Weekday" we'll explore the complexities of global agricultural production and why so many people are hungry. Last week, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced that almost 50 million Americans could not get enough to eat last year. Is the world on the edge of a food crisis? Today on "Weekday" we'll explore the complexities of global agricultural production and why so many people are hungry. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-30,25457466 Mon, 30 Nov 2009 10:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25457472-Thanksgiving-Cooking-Good-Advice-and-Horror-Stories Thanksgiving means cooking. You've got to cook big and you've got to cook great. No pressure, right? Not sure how to cook that turkey? You better get learning – quick! This year there is the added challenge of cooking on a budget. Today we offer some help. If you have cooking questions, we have answers. Also, we love a good cooking disaster story, and we've got plenty to share – right after the news from Canada with Vaughn Palmer. Thanksgiving means cooking. You've got to cook big and you've got to cook great. No pressure, right? Not sure how to cook that turkey? You better get learning – quick! This year there is the added challenge of cooking on a budget. Today we offer some help. If you have cooking questions, we have answers. Also, we love a good cooking disaster story, and we've got plenty to share – right after the news from Canada with Vaughn Palmer. Thanksgiving means cooking. You've got to cook big and you've got to cook great. No pressure, right? Not sure how to cook that turkey? You better get learning – quick! This year there is the added challenge of cooking on a budget. Today we offer some help. If you have cooking questions, we have answers. Also, we love a good cooking disaster story, and we've got plenty to share – right after the news from Canada with Vaughn Palmer. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-25,25457472 Wed, 25 Nov 2009 11:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25457470-How-to-Save-a-Civilization-A-Conversation-with-Environmentalist-Lester-Brown Wind turbines, solar energy, and hybrid cars won't be enough to stop global warming. That's what world–renowned environmentalist Lester Brown writes in his new book "Plan B 4.0: Mobilizing to Save Civilization." He says educating women, feeding the hungry, and re–invigorating topsoil, may be just as important in the effort to curb climate change. What will the new green energy economy look like? We'll talk with Lester Brown to find out. Wind turbines, solar energy, and hybrid cars won't be enough to stop global warming. That's what world–renowned environmentalist Lester Brown writes in his new book "Plan B 4.0: Mobilizing to Save Civilization." He says educating women, feeding the hungry, and re–invigorating topsoil, may be just as important in the effort to curb climate change. What will the new green energy economy look like? We'll talk with Lester Brown to find out. Wind turbines, solar energy, and hybrid cars won't be enough to stop global warming. That's what world–renowned environmentalist Lester Brown writes in his new book "Plan B 4.0: Mobilizing to Save Civilization." He says educating women, feeding the hungry, and re–invigorating topsoil, may be just as important in the effort to curb climate change. What will the new green energy economy look like? We'll talk with Lester Brown to find out. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-25,25457470 Wed, 25 Nov 2009 10:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25457490-Greendays-Gardening-Panel-Winter-Containers If you use container boxes for plants, they might be empty now or dying as the weather gets colder. What good plant combinations can liven up those empty pots? How do you keep them from freezing? What should you do with the plants once winter is over? If you use container boxes for plants, they might be empty now or dying as the weather gets colder. What good plant combinations can liven up those empty pots? How do you keep them from freezing? What should you do with the plants once winter is over? If you use container boxes for plants, they might be empty now or dying as the weather gets colder. What good plant combinations can liven up those empty pots? How do you keep them from freezing? What should you do with the plants once winter is over? tag:odeo.com,2009-11-24,25457490 Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25457485-State-Attorney-General-Rob-McKenna Attorney General Rob McKenna joins us today. What's the constitutionality of Mayor Nickel's gun ban in public spaces? Will Seattle be responsible for cost overruns on planned infrastructure projects? Also, what popular drink is Attorney General Rob McKenna calling a "recipe for disaster?" Questions? 1.800.289.5869. Attorney General Rob McKenna joins us today. What's the constitutionality of Mayor Nickel's gun ban in public spaces? Will Seattle be responsible for cost overruns on planned infrastructure projects? Also, what popular drink is Attorney General Rob McKenna calling a "recipe for disaster?" Questions? 1.800.289.5869. Attorney General Rob McKenna joins us today. What's the constitutionality of Mayor Nickel's gun ban in public spaces? Will Seattle be responsible for cost overruns on planned infrastructure projects? Also, what popular drink is Attorney General Rob McKenna calling a "recipe for disaster?" Questions? 1.800.289.5869. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-24,25457485 Tue, 24 Nov 2009 10:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25457494-The-WTO-Protests-10-Years-Later Ten years ago, the streets of downtown Seattle were filled with tear gas and armored police. People dressed as sea turtles marched side–by–side with labor unions. Dumpsters burned. Hundreds of protestors were arrested. The 1999 annual meeting of the World Trade Organization led to the largest street protests and demonstrations this city has ever seen. What affect did those protests have on the WTO and on global trade policy? How did they change the nature of protesting and policing? Where you in Seattle in 1999? How did the WTO protests affect you? Did you participate? What memories stand out 10 years later? Did the protest change your view of Seattle? Ten years ago, the streets of downtown Seattle were filled with tear gas and armored police. People dressed as sea turtles marched side–by–side with labor unions. Dumpsters burned. Hundreds of protestors were arrested. The 1999 annual meeting of the World Trade Organization led to the largest street protests and demonstrations this city has ever seen. What affect did those protests have on the WTO and on global trade policy? How did they change the nature of protesting and policing? Where you in Seattle in 1999? How did the WTO protests affect you? Did you participate? What memories stand out 10 years later? Did the protest change your view of Seattle? Ten years ago, the streets of downtown Seattle were filled with tear gas and armored police. People dressed as sea turtles marched side–by–side with labor unions. Dumpsters burned. Hundreds of protestors were arrested. The 1999 annual meeting of the World Trade Organization led to the largest street protests and demonstrations this city has ever seen. What affect did those protests have on the WTO and on global trade policy? How did they change the nature of protesting and policing? Where you in Seattle in 1999? How did the WTO protests affect you? Did you participate? What memories stand out 10 years later? Did the protest change your view of Seattle? tag:odeo.com,2009-11-23,25457494 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25457492-Celebrating-the-30th-Anniversary-of-the-Seattle-Men-s-Chorus The Seattle Men's Chorus is celebrating their 30th Anniversary this year. The group has grown to over 300 singing members since its start in 1979, becoming the largest gay men's chorus in the world. How far have gay rights come in the Northwest in the last 30 years? How do the issues of AIDS and civil rights relate to music? What is the Seattle Men's Chorus's role nationally — or even internationally? Join us for a look at the history, the music and the singing that is the Seattle Men's Chorus. The Seattle Men's Chorus is celebrating their 30th Anniversary this year. The group has grown to over 300 singing members since its start in 1979, becoming the largest gay men's chorus in the world. How far have gay rights come in the Northwest in the last 30 years? How do the issues of AIDS and civil rights relate to music? What is the Seattle Men's Chorus's role nationally — or even internationally? Join us for a look at the history, the music and the singing that is the Seattle Men's Chorus. The Seattle Men's Chorus is celebrating their 30th Anniversary this year. The group has grown to over 300 singing members since its start in 1979, becoming the largest gay men's chorus in the world. How far have gay rights come in the Northwest in the last 30 years? How do the issues of AIDS and civil rights relate to music? What is the Seattle Men's Chorus's role nationally — or even internationally? Join us for a look at the history, the music and the singing that is the Seattle Men's Chorus. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-23,25457492 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 10:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25446539-Your-Take-on-News Once again it is Friday. What stories caught your attention? What hasn't been covered enough? Is there anything that really made your blood boil? The news is more than the mainstream headlines. Don't let the media choose all the topics. What is your take on the news? Once again it is Friday. What stories caught your attention? What hasn't been covered enough? Is there anything that really made your blood boil? The news is more than the mainstream headlines. Don't let the media choose all the topics. What is your take on the news? Once again it is Friday. What stories caught your attention? What hasn't been covered enough? Is there anything that really made your blood boil? The news is more than the mainstream headlines. Don't let the media choose all the topics. What is your take on the news? tag:odeo.com,2009-11-13,25446539 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25446153-Washington-s-Banks Three banks have failed already this year in Washington state. At least 26 more are on the edge of failing. Why so many? Washington's banking sector has gone from one of the best, to among the worst in the country. What happened? What can the state and the federal government do to help? Washington state's banking sector, on the next "Weekday." Three banks have failed already this year in Washington state. At least 26 more are on the edge of failing. Why so many? Washington's banking sector has gone from one of the best, to among the worst in the country. What happened? What can the state and the federal government do to help? Washington state's banking sector, on the next "Weekday." Three banks have failed already this year in Washington state. At least 26 more are on the edge of failing. Why so many? Washington's banking sector has gone from one of the best, to among the worst in the country. What happened? What can the state and the federal government do to help? Washington state's banking sector, on the next "Weekday." tag:odeo.com,2009-11-13,25446153 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 10:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25443030-The-Floating-World-What-Flotsam-Teaches-Us-About-the-Ocean Another tennis–shoe–clad foot recently washed onto the Vancouver shore. It's the seventh foot to show up since August 2007. Officials believe that while a body set adrift decomposes and sinks, the running shoe floats to the surface and follows the tidal currents. Where are these feet coming from? Scientists learn a lot about the ocean from the flotsam drifting on the tides. Some trash ends up on wrack line for you to find. Other tidal currents lead to one of five large ocean garbage patches. What are the latest discoveries in our oceans? What have you found on the shore line? Another tennis–shoe–clad foot recently washed onto the Vancouver shore. It's the seventh foot to show up since August 2007. Officials believe that while a body set adrift decomposes and sinks, the running shoe floats to the surface and follows the tidal currents. Where are these feet coming from? Scientists learn a lot about the ocean from the flotsam drifting on the tides. Some trash ends up on wrack line for you to find. Other tidal currents lead to one of five large ocean garbage patches. What are the latest discoveries in our oceans? What have you found on the shore line? Another tennis–shoe–clad foot recently washed onto the Vancouver shore. It's the seventh foot to show up since August 2007. Officials believe that while a body set adrift decomposes and sinks, the running shoe floats to the surface and follows the tidal currents. Where are these feet coming from? Scientists learn a lot about the ocean from the flotsam drifting on the tides. Some trash ends up on wrack line for you to find. Other tidal currents lead to one of five large ocean garbage patches. What are the latest discoveries in our oceans? What have you found on the shore line? tag:odeo.com,2009-11-12,25443030 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 11:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25441466-Former-CIA-Analyst-Ray-McGovern-on-Torture "Something evil has seeped into the soul of our nation," writes Ray McGovern, a CIA analyst for 27 years. McGovern is outraged by the CIA's use of torture. He says that complacency of American has "eroded our morality." McGovern urges the Obama administration to continue its inquiry into torture practices during the Bush years. He hopes former officials will be convicted for war crimes either in an American court, or at the Hague. He also believes that our government must make sure torture is stopped once and for all. "Something evil has seeped into the soul of our nation," writes Ray McGovern, a CIA analyst for 27 years. McGovern is outraged by the CIA's use of torture. He says that complacency of American has "eroded our morality." McGovern urges the Obama administration to continue its inquiry into torture practices during the Bush years. He hopes former officials will be convicted for war crimes either in an American court, or at the Hague. He also believes that our government must make sure torture is stopped once and for all. "Something evil has seeped into the soul of our nation," writes Ray McGovern, a CIA analyst for 27 years. McGovern is outraged by the CIA's use of torture. He says that complacency of American has "eroded our morality." McGovern urges the Obama administration to continue its inquiry into torture practices during the Bush years. He hopes former officials will be convicted for war crimes either in an American court, or at the Hague. He also believes that our government must make sure torture is stopped once and for all. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-12,25441466 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 10:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25438143-Malalai-Joya-on-Afghanistan-s-Big-Lie Malalai Joya was the youngest person ever elected to Afghanistan's parliament. She was later suspended for calling out the war criminals serving with her. Joya says Afghanistan's democracy is a big lie and America's involvement is making things worse. Also, Vaughn Palmer joins us with the latest news from Canada. Malalai Joya was the youngest person ever elected to Afghanistan's parliament. She was later suspended for calling out the war criminals serving with her. Joya says Afghanistan's democracy is a big lie and America's involvement is making things worse. Also, Vaughn Palmer joins us with the latest news from Canada. Malalai Joya was the youngest person ever elected to Afghanistan's parliament. She was later suspended for calling out the war criminals serving with her. Joya says Afghanistan's democracy is a big lie and America's involvement is making things worse. Also, Vaughn Palmer joins us with the latest news from Canada. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-11,25438143 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 11:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25436648-The-Four-Amigos-on-Minority-Rights-Activism The Four Amigos — Larry Gossett, Roberto Maestas, Bob Santos and the late Bernie Whitebear — are known for their minority rights activism. Their fight for social justice and civil rights resulted in prominent social service organizations. Today, the gang reflects on minority activism in Seattle and what still needs to be done. The Four Amigos — Larry Gossett, Roberto Maestas, Bob Santos and the late Bernie Whitebear — are known for their minority rights activism. Their fight for social justice and civil rights resulted in prominent social service organizations. Today, the gang reflects on minority activism in Seattle and what still needs to be done. The Four Amigos — Larry Gossett, Roberto Maestas, Bob Santos and the late Bernie Whitebear — are known for their minority rights activism. Their fight for social justice and civil rights resulted in prominent social service organizations. Today, the gang reflects on minority activism in Seattle and what still needs to be done. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-11,25436648 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 10:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25432821-Greendays-Gardening-Panel-Planting-Trees Now's the perfect time to plant new trees. Which trees are right for your property? How big a hole should you dig? How tall will they grow? "Weekday's" panel of gardening experts will walk you through the process of planting trees. Now's the perfect time to plant new trees. Which trees are right for your property? How big a hole should you dig? How tall will they grow? "Weekday's" panel of gardening experts will walk you through the process of planting trees. Now's the perfect time to plant new trees. Which trees are right for your property? How big a hole should you dig? How tall will they grow? "Weekday's" panel of gardening experts will walk you through the process of planting trees. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-10,25432821 Tue, 10 Nov 2009 11:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25431206-What-Violence-Tells-Us-A-Conversation-With-Journalist-Mark-Danner Journalist Mark Danner was nearly killed during the Haitian coup of 1987. He witnessed the aftermath of the "marketplace massacre" in Sarajevo. He also released vital information on the authorization of torture during the Iraq war. Today, Danner discusses episodes of violence and what it teaches us about the world we live in. Journalist Mark Danner was nearly killed during the Haitian coup of 1987. He witnessed the aftermath of the "marketplace massacre" in Sarajevo. He also released vital information on the authorization of torture during the Iraq war. Today, Danner discusses episodes of violence and what it teaches us about the world we live in. Journalist Mark Danner was nearly killed during the Haitian coup of 1987. He witnessed the aftermath of the "marketplace massacre" in Sarajevo. He also released vital information on the authorization of torture during the Iraq war. Today, Danner discusses episodes of violence and what it teaches us about the world we live in. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-10,25431206 Tue, 10 Nov 2009 10:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25427182-Will-It-Ever-Be-Over-Health-Care-Reform-Update House Democratic leader Nancy Pelosi has promised to pass the massive 2,000 page health care reform bill by Wednesday, November 11. Democratic leaders in the Senate have also unveiled their unified health care bill and plan to vote on it shortly. Will Joe Leiberman filibuster? Will there be a bill to sign into law by the end of this year? What will be in it? We'll get an update from a panel of experts. House Democratic leader Nancy Pelosi has promised to pass the massive 2,000 page health care reform bill by Wednesday, November 11. Democratic leaders in the Senate have also unveiled their unified health care bill and plan to vote on it shortly. Will Joe Leiberman filibuster? Will there be a bill to sign into law by the end of this year? What will be in it? We'll get an update from a panel of experts. House Democratic leader Nancy Pelosi has promised to pass the massive 2,000 page health care reform bill by Wednesday, November 11. Democratic leaders in the Senate have also unveiled their unified health care bill and plan to vote on it shortly. Will Joe Leiberman filibuster? Will there be a bill to sign into law by the end of this year? What will be in it? We'll get an update from a panel of experts. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-09,25427182 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25426078-Jack-Nisbet-and-the-Natural-History-of-the-Northwest The Douglas fir is one of the most recognizable and common trees in the Pacific Northwest, but do you know who it's named after? Writer, historian and naturalist Jack Nisbet does! He joins us in the studio to discuss his newest book: "The Collector: David Douglas and the Natural History of the Northwest." It follows the young David Douglas, an influential member of the second wave of Westward explorers. The Collector is an in–depth look at Douglas' purposeful mission "to capture some of the New World's unpredictable vigor and infuse it back into the Old." The Douglas fir is one of the most recognizable and common trees in the Pacific Northwest, but do you know who it's named after? Writer, historian and naturalist Jack Nisbet does! He joins us in the studio to discuss his newest book: "The Collector: David Douglas and the Natural History of the Northwest." It follows the young David Douglas, an influential member of the second wave of Westward explorers. The Collector is an in–depth look at Douglas' purposeful mission "to capture some of the New World's unpredictable vigor and infuse it back into the Old." The Douglas fir is one of the most recognizable and common trees in the Pacific Northwest, but do you know who it's named after? Writer, historian and naturalist Jack Nisbet does! He joins us in the studio to discuss his newest book: "The Collector: David Douglas and the Natural History of the Northwest." It follows the young David Douglas, an influential member of the second wave of Westward explorers. The Collector is an in–depth look at Douglas' purposeful mission "to capture some of the New World's unpredictable vigor and infuse it back into the Old." tag:odeo.com,2009-11-09,25426078 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 10:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25413646-Your-Take-on-News Once again it is Friday. Time to talk over the week's news. What stories caught your attention? What hasn't been covered enough? What makes your blood really boil? What's your take on the news? Once again it is Friday. Time to talk over the week's news. What stories caught your attention? What hasn't been covered enough? What makes your blood really boil? What's your take on the news? Once again it is Friday. Time to talk over the week's news. What stories caught your attention? What hasn't been covered enough? What makes your blood really boil? What's your take on the news? tag:odeo.com,2009-11-06,25413646 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25412466-The-Swine-Flu-Revealed The H1N1 swine flu has gotten a lot of buzz recently, but many of us still have questions. Will the vaccine come too late for most people? Can you take the regular flu vaccine and the H1N1 vaccine at the same time? What are swine flu symptoms? Is death a possibility for everyone? How quickly do things go downhill? What treatment should you give yourself or a child? Today on "Weekday" — everything you ever wanted to know about the swine flu. Call 1.800.289.5869 (KUOW) with your questions. Also, the memorial for slain Police Officer Timothy Brenton takes center stage today. We start "Weekday" speaking with KUOW reporter Amy Radil on location. Why is tradition and ritual so important to police culture, especially when an officer is killed? Plus, Cliff Mass joins us with a weekend weather forecast. The H1N1 swine flu has gotten a lot of buzz recently, but many of us still have questions. Will the vaccine come too late for most people? Can you take the regular flu vaccine and the H1N1 vaccine at the same time? What are swine flu symptoms? Is death a possibility for everyone? How quickly do things go downhill? What treatment should you give yourself or a child? Today on "Weekday" — everything you ever wanted to know about the swine flu. Call 1.800.289.5869 (KUOW) with your questions. Also, the memorial for slain Police Officer Timothy Brenton takes center stage today. We start "Weekday" speaking with KUOW reporter Amy Radil on location. Why is tradition and ritual so important to police culture, especially when an officer is killed? Plus, Cliff Mass joins us with a weekend weather forecast. The H1N1 swine flu has gotten a lot of buzz recently, but many of us still have questions. Will the vaccine come too late for most people? Can you take the regular flu vaccine and the H1N1 vaccine at the same time? What are swine flu symptoms? Is death a possibility for everyone? How quickly do things go downhill? What treatment should you give yourself or a child? Today on "Weekday" — everything you ever wanted to know about the swine flu. Call 1.800.289.5869 (KUOW) with your questions. Also, the memorial for slain Police Officer Timothy Brenton takes center stage today. We start "Weekday" speaking with KUOW reporter Amy Radil on location. Why is tradition and ritual so important to police culture, especially when an officer is killed? Plus, Cliff Mass joins us with a weekend weather forecast. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-06,25412466 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25408002-A-Lawyer-in-Indian-Country Alvin Ziontz represented Indian tribes in court for over 30 years. He argued the historic case that resulted in the Boldt decision, guaranteeing Pacific Northwest treaty fishing rights. He also fought for Makah whale hunting rights. Today, we look behind the scenes at these cases, and the modern challenges tribes face. Alvin Ziontz represented Indian tribes in court for over 30 years. He argued the historic case that resulted in the Boldt decision, guaranteeing Pacific Northwest treaty fishing rights. He also fought for Makah whale hunting rights. Today, we look behind the scenes at these cases, and the modern challenges tribes face. Alvin Ziontz represented Indian tribes in court for over 30 years. He argued the historic case that resulted in the Boldt decision, guaranteeing Pacific Northwest treaty fishing rights. He also fought for Makah whale hunting rights. Today, we look behind the scenes at these cases, and the modern challenges tribes face. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-05,25408002 Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25406250-The-Indian-Health-Service Medicare isn't the only government–run health care. Veteran's Health Administration and Indian Health Services are also run by the government. This hour on "Weekday," we'll learn more about Indian Health Services. How does it work? Who can use it? What are the problems? Call in at 1.800.289.5869. Medicare isn't the only government–run health care. Veteran's Health Administration and Indian Health Services are also run by the government. This hour on "Weekday," we'll learn more about Indian Health Services. How does it work? Who can use it? What are the problems? Call in at 1.800.289.5869. Medicare isn't the only government–run health care. Veteran's Health Administration and Indian Health Services are also run by the government. This hour on "Weekday," we'll learn more about Indian Health Services. How does it work? Who can use it? What are the problems? Call in at 1.800.289.5869. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-05,25406250 Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25391076-Home-Repair-with-Roger-Faris If you could find the air leaks in your home, you'd save energy and money. "Weekday's" home repair expert, Roger Faris is here to teach you how to locate them. He'll also share the best methods and products to patch them up. Do you have home repair questions? Now is your chance to get them answered. 1.800.289.5869 (KUOW).A conversation on the week's news in Canada from our Canadian correspondent, Vaughn Palmer, political correspondent for the Vancouver Sun. If you could find the air leaks in your home, you'd save energy and money. "Weekday's" home repair expert, Roger Faris is here to teach you how to locate them. He'll also share the best methods and products to patch them up. Do you have home repair questions? Now is your chance to get them answered. 1.800.289.5869 (KUOW).A conversation on the week's news in Canada from our Canadian correspondent, Vaughn Palmer, political correspondent for the Vancouver Sun. If you could find the air leaks in your home, you'd save energy and money. "Weekday's" home repair expert, Roger Faris is here to teach you how to locate them. He'll also share the best methods and products to patch them up. Do you have home repair questions? Now is your chance to get them answered. 1.800.289.5869 (KUOW).A conversation on the week's news in Canada from our Canadian correspondent, Vaughn Palmer, political correspondent for the Vancouver Sun. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-04,25391076 Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25391075-The-Election-Results-The-Winners-the-Losers-and-Your-Vote The first election results are in and we (probably) have our winners. This hour we'll talk with reporters around the state. We'll crunch numbers, analyze campaign rhetoric and discuss which issues came out on top. Are you pleased with the outcome of Election 2009? Who got your vote? Call in: 1.800.289.KUOW. The first election results are in and we (probably) have our winners. This hour we'll talk with reporters around the state. We'll crunch numbers, analyze campaign rhetoric and discuss which issues came out on top. Are you pleased with the outcome of Election 2009? Who got your vote? Call in: 1.800.289.KUOW. The first election results are in and we (probably) have our winners. This hour we'll talk with reporters around the state. We'll crunch numbers, analyze campaign rhetoric and discuss which issues came out on top. Are you pleased with the outcome of Election 2009? Who got your vote? Call in: 1.800.289.KUOW. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-04,25391075 Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25391078-Greendays-Gardening-Panel-Leaves Autumn colors are pretty, but once the leaves come down, what should you do with them? Raked leaves can fill up a yard waste bin quickly. Are there other ways to use leaves? Can they be beneficial to your garden? Leaves are also good for birds and critters. Should you be leaving some leaves where they fall? Autumn colors are pretty, but once the leaves come down, what should you do with them? Raked leaves can fill up a yard waste bin quickly. Are there other ways to use leaves? Can they be beneficial to your garden? Leaves are also good for birds and critters. Should you be leaving some leaves where they fall? Autumn colors are pretty, but once the leaves come down, what should you do with them? Raked leaves can fill up a yard waste bin quickly. Are there other ways to use leaves? Can they be beneficial to your garden? Leaves are also good for birds and critters. Should you be leaving some leaves where they fall? tag:odeo.com,2009-11-03,25391078 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25391077-When-a-Life-Is-Worth-Less-than-Honor In Jordan, so–called honor killings make up about one–third of the murders of women. Girls and women are killed by their fathers and brothers to "cleanse" the honor of their family. These crimes are rarely reported or even spoken about. Where does this gruesome tradition stem from? What acts are considered punishable by murder? How does it affect the Jordanian immigrant population of the United States and elsewhere? Can anything be done to change this tradition? In Jordan, so–called honor killings make up about one–third of the murders of women. Girls and women are killed by their fathers and brothers to "cleanse" the honor of their family. These crimes are rarely reported or even spoken about. Where does this gruesome tradition stem from? What acts are considered punishable by murder? How does it affect the Jordanian immigrant population of the United States and elsewhere? Can anything be done to change this tradition? In Jordan, so–called honor killings make up about one–third of the murders of women. Girls and women are killed by their fathers and brothers to "cleanse" the honor of their family. These crimes are rarely reported or even spoken about. Where does this gruesome tradition stem from? What acts are considered punishable by murder? How does it affect the Jordanian immigrant population of the United States and elsewhere? Can anything be done to change this tradition? tag:odeo.com,2009-11-03,25391077 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25391081-Theater-on-Your-Own-Front-Porch What can you learn when you put yourself in someone else's shoes? What about when you act their part? Intiman Theatre has been sponsoring a series of community readings of its new play "Abe Lincoln in Illinois." They call it Front Porch Theater. Friends, neighbors and community members gather in coffee shops and libraries to read and discuss the play. How does it change a play to read it yourself? What does this play have to teach us about Abe Lincoln? And what can his story tell us about today? Have you been to any of the Front Porch readings? Join our discussion at 1.800.289.5869. What can you learn when you put yourself in someone else's shoes? What about when you act their part? Intiman Theatre has been sponsoring a series of community readings of its new play "Abe Lincoln in Illinois." They call it Front Porch Theater. Friends, neighbors and community members gather in coffee shops and libraries to read and discuss the play. How does it change a play to read it yourself? What does this play have to teach us about Abe Lincoln? And what can his story tell us about today? Have you been to any of the Front Porch readings? Join our discussion at 1.800.289.5869. What can you learn when you put yourself in someone else's shoes? What about when you act their part? Intiman Theatre has been sponsoring a series of community readings of its new play "Abe Lincoln in Illinois." They call it Front Porch Theater. Friends, neighbors and community members gather in coffee shops and libraries to read and discuss the play. How does it change a play to read it yourself? What does this play have to teach us about Abe Lincoln? And what can his story tell us about today? Have you been to any of the Front Porch readings? Join our discussion at 1.800.289.5869. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-02,25391081 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25391079-The-Last-Minute-Mayor-Debate-Mallahan-vs-McGinn-in-Studio Time's up. Ballots are due tomorrow, either by mail or in a drop–box. Still undecided on the Seattle mayor's race? Or perhaps you're seeking validation of your choice. Today — a last minute debate between Seattle mayoral candidates Joe Mallahan and Mike McGinn. Their positions on transportation, education and the budget gap have evolved over the race. Where do they stand on the day before the election? Tune in to catch their closing statements. Also, undecided voters — here's your last chance to ask questions before you fill out your ballot. Time's up. Ballots are due tomorrow, either by mail or in a drop–box. Still undecided on the Seattle mayor's race? Or perhaps you're seeking validation of your choice. Today — a last minute debate between Seattle mayoral candidates Joe Mallahan and Mike McGinn. Their positions on transportation, education and the budget gap have evolved over the race. Where do they stand on the day before the election? Tune in to catch their closing statements. Also, undecided voters — here's your last chance to ask questions before you fill out your ballot. Time's up. Ballots are due tomorrow, either by mail or in a drop–box. Still undecided on the Seattle mayor's race? Or perhaps you're seeking validation of your choice. Today — a last minute debate between Seattle mayoral candidates Joe Mallahan and Mike McGinn. Their positions on transportation, education and the budget gap have evolved over the race. Where do they stand on the day before the election? Tune in to catch their closing statements. Also, undecided voters — here's your last chance to ask questions before you fill out your ballot. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-02,25391079 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 10:05:00 -0800 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25391090-Your-Take-on-News Once again it is Friday. What stories caught your attention? What hasn't been covered enough? Is there anything that really made your blood boil? The news is more than the mainstream headlines. Don't let the media choose all the topics. What is your take on the news? Once again it is Friday. What stories caught your attention? What hasn't been covered enough? Is there anything that really made your blood boil? The news is more than the mainstream headlines. Don't let the media choose all the topics. What is your take on the news? Once again it is Friday. What stories caught your attention? What hasn't been covered enough? Is there anything that really made your blood boil? The news is more than the mainstream headlines. Don't let the media choose all the topics. What is your take on the news? tag:odeo.com,2009-10-30,25391090 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:05:00 -0700 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25391084-Greil-Marcus-on-the-Literary-History-of-America Greil Marcus discussed Herman Melville almost as much as Elvis Presley in his landmark book of music criticism, "Mystery Train." "It is impossible to understand music," he wrote, "without thinking of literature." Marcus' latest book assembles a series of essays about important cultural and artistic landmarks in American literature. Vladimir Nabokov and Toni Morrison share space with Hurricane Katrina and Bob Dylan. What criteria did Marcus use when deciding what to include in the book? How do Chuck Berry and Alfred Hitchcock relate to American literature? Greil Marcus is our guest on the next "Weekday." Greil Marcus discussed Herman Melville almost as much as Elvis Presley in his landmark book of music criticism, "Mystery Train." "It is impossible to understand music," he wrote, "without thinking of literature." Marcus' latest book assembles a series of essays about important cultural and artistic landmarks in American literature. Vladimir Nabokov and Toni Morrison share space with Hurricane Katrina and Bob Dylan. What criteria did Marcus use when deciding what to include in the book? How do Chuck Berry and Alfred Hitchcock relate to American literature? Greil Marcus is our guest on the next "Weekday." Greil Marcus discussed Herman Melville almost as much as Elvis Presley in his landmark book of music criticism, "Mystery Train." "It is impossible to understand music," he wrote, "without thinking of literature." Marcus' latest book assembles a series of essays about important cultural and artistic landmarks in American literature. Vladimir Nabokov and Toni Morrison share space with Hurricane Katrina and Bob Dylan. What criteria did Marcus use when deciding what to include in the book? How do Chuck Berry and Alfred Hitchcock relate to American literature? Greil Marcus is our guest on the next "Weekday." tag:odeo.com,2009-10-30,25391084 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 11:05:00 -0700 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25391092-Trekking-the-Long-Road-from-Seattle-to-Alaska Two years ago, Erin McKittrick and her husband trekked from their Seattle home to the "last wild frontier" of Alaska. It took them 13 months, as they met bears and rafted through storms. Conservationist Erin McKittrick joins us to talk about her northbound journey, and how she's working to preserve the wild today. Two years ago, Erin McKittrick and her husband trekked from their Seattle home to the "last wild frontier" of Alaska. It took them 13 months, as they met bears and rafted through storms. Conservationist Erin McKittrick joins us to talk about her northbound journey, and how she's working to preserve the wild today. Two years ago, Erin McKittrick and her husband trekked from their Seattle home to the "last wild frontier" of Alaska. It took them 13 months, as they met bears and rafted through storms. Conservationist Erin McKittrick joins us to talk about her northbound journey, and how she's working to preserve the wild today. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-29,25391092 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:05:00 -0700 no Weekday Podcast http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25391091-Ghoulish-Film-Commentators-and-Creative-Costumes It's Halloween time. Our ghoulish film critics, Robert Horton and Fred Hopkins, celebrate scary movies with us. We'll also be wearing Halloween costumes. On the radio, you can be anything. What are you? Bring your costume, movie picks and scary tales to our gathering. We'll release the hounds if you don't. It's Halloween time. Our ghoulish film critics, Robert Horton and Fred Hopkins, celebrate scary movies with us. We'll also be wearing Halloween costumes. On the radio, you can be anything. What are you? Bring your costume, movie picks and scary tales to our gathering. We'll release the hounds if you don't. It's Halloween time. Our ghoulish film critics, Robert Horton and Fred Hopkins, celebrate scary movies with us. We'll also be wearing Halloween costumes. On the radio, you can be anything. What are you? Bring your costume, movie picks and scary tales to our gathering. We'll release the hounds if you don't. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-29,25391091 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 11:05:00 -0700 no Weekday Podcast