Today's Talk Shows on WMUB (http://www.wmub.org/today)

Thursday, December 20, 2001

The Todd Mundt Show (9am - 10am); no pm repeat due to HawkTawk
        1) A copyright battle is brewing over intellectual property 
and academic work. Author Corynne McSherry talks about academic work, 
who writes it, who uses it, and who - if anyone - should get the 
credit. McSherry's book is "Who Owns Academic Work? Battling for 
Control of Intellectual Property". 2) Scientists are learning about 
the atmposhere of other planets with a new technique. When the planet 
is between Earth and its parent star, scientists can see the light of 
the star shining through its atmosphere. David Charbonneau is from 
the California Institute of Technology. 3) Maurice Sendak, author of 
"Where the Wild Things Are", has been creating and illustrating 
children's books for over fifty years. He talks with Todd today about 
his love of art, his inspiration for his work, and why he addresses a 
child's fears and disappointments in his books.

The Diane Rehm Show (10am - Noon)
        Hour one: Mammogram Debate: A recent analysis of mammogram 
studies suggests the screening procedure does not reduce mortality 
due to breast cancer. A panel talks about this finding and broader 
debate over breast cancer screening, treatment options, and research.
        Hour two: Stanford Law professor Lawrence Lessig talks about 
the forces he sees threatening the future of the Internet as a place 
for innovation and free expression. His new book is titled, "The 
Future of Ideas: The Fate of the Commons in the Connected World" 
(Random House).

Fresh Air with Terry Gross (noon - 1pm)
        DR. LYNN AMOWITZ of Physicians for Human Rights.She 
specializes in women's health in war torn countries. Last month she 
was in Afghanistan interviewing women in a refugee camp as B-52's 
dropped bombs six miles away.

Public Interest with Kojo Nnamdi (1pm - 2pm)
        Whether it's toasting the new year or sipping a smooth port 
with your holiday desert, it's likely many of you will be indulging 
in some good wine over the next few weeks. So before you join your 
friends and family, Join Kojo and several wine experts for 
recommendations -- from the best bubbly to the sweetest sherry. 
GUESTS: 1. Paul Lukacs, wine columnist for the Washington Times; 2. 
Dave McIntyre, freelance wine writer, publisher of Dave McIntyre's 
Wine Line on wineloverspage.com

Talk of the Nation with Neal Conan (2pm - 4pm)
        Hour one: CHANGES IN THE ARAB WORLD/"LORD OF THE RINGS": Neal 
talks with Middle East experts about how the US can help Arab 
countries move towards democracy. Plus, "Lord of the Rings" the 
movie. Is it worth the wait?
        Hour two: WHAT'S NEXT IN SPACE? This year the Mir Space 
Station came to Earth after 15 years in orbit, the first tourist was 
launched into space and GPS satellites guided missiles to their 
targets in Afghanistan. Neal talks with experts about what's planned 
for space in 2002.

All Things Considered (4pm - 7pm)
        The history and current events that are at the root of 
anti-Americanism in the Middle East. In Egypt, Jordan and other Arab 
countries, a powerful sense of both pride and defeat runs deep. For 
many, out of these emotions comes resentment, even hatred, for 
America.


coming up soon in local talk
        (live and interactive 9am - 10am, repeated 7pm - 8pm)

tomorrow on WMUB Forum with Darrel Gray
        Reading to children. Editor and author Janet Schulman talks 
about the importance of parents and children reading together.

Monday on Interconnect with John Hingsbergen and Cheri Lawson
        An Interconnected Christmas. A special recorded version of 
our show with reflections on the meaning and practice of Christmas 
from nine of today's most forward-thinking thinkers. Featured 
guests:  George Whitton, New Thought Unity Center, Cincinnati; Pat 
Betty, Aroma Therapy Institute; Betty Eadie, author, Embraced by the 
Light; Rev. Peter Matthews, Bethel A.M.E. Church, Oxford, OH; Barbara 
Biziou, author, The Joy of Ritual; Richard Francis, practical mystic; 
Laurie Beth Jones, author The Path and Jesus:CEO;   Margaret 
Starbird, author, The Goddess in the Gospels: Reclaiming the Sacred 
Feminine;  Dr. Deepak Chopra, author, speaker, Director of the Chopra 
Center.

Wednesday on Sound Health with Cheri Lawson
        An encore program from September 5, 2001 Medical Errors 
Guests: Marshall Kapp, professor of community health at Wright State 
University and professor of law at the University of Dayton and 
Stanley E. Chesley, Cincinnati attorney involved in many product and 
medical malpractice lawsuits.



Holiday Specials

Paul Winter Consort Winter Solstice (Friday, 8 pm)
        Paul Winter's gala 20th anniversary concert, recorded in New 
York's Cathedral of St. John the Divine. Performers include Mickey 
Hart of The Grateful Dead and the Paul Winter Consort. Produced by: 
Murray Street Productions for NPR.

Ornaments and Icing: Songs and Stories of Christmas (Friday, 10 pm)
        A third edition of last year's Gabriel Award-winning program, 
new for 2001. Holiday music, stories and anecdotes from Mary Chapin 
Carpenter, Josh White, Jr., Judy Collins, Janis Ian, Ramblin' Jack 
Elliot and others. Host: Jim Blum.

A Jazz Piano Christmas 10; Saturday, December 22, 7-8 am, 2-3 pm
        Dianne Reeves hosts this collection of Jazz Piano Christmases 
past, dedicated to the memory of previous host Mel Tormé. Featured 
artists include: Dick Hyman, Diana Krall, Chucho Valdes, Joanne 
Brackeen, Cyrus Chestnut, Kenny Barron, and Shirley Horn.

A Jazz Piano Christmas 12; Saturday, December 22, 3-4 pm; Sunday, 
December 23, 7-8 am
        Nancy Wilson hosts the latest incarnation of this NPR jazz 
tradition. This year's lineup of jazz stars performing their unique 
and highly individual stylings of holiday favorites include Billy 
Taylor, Roger Kellaway, Michael Feinstein, Barbara Carroll, and Karin 
Allyson.

A Change of Season: Stories of Holiday Traditions, Memories, and 
Meaning; Sunday, December 23, 4-5 pm
        There are elements in the holiday season that connect us all. 
"A Change of Season" uses documentary vignettes to reflect on the 
search for common threads in several uncommon stories about the 
winter holidays. Produced by: WKSU.

Almost Christmas (An Almost Monday Special); Sunday, December 23, 6-9 pm
        An eclectic mix of Christmas music, including acoustic, jazz, 
blues and world music. Hosted by Miami University students who 
normally present Almost Monday every Sunday evening.

Interconnect with John Hingsbergen and Cheri Lawson
        An Interconnected Christmas. A special recorded version of 
our show with reflections on the meaning and practice of Christmas 
from nine of today's most forward-thinking thinkers. Featured 
guests:  George Whitton, New Thought Unity Center, Cincinnati; Pat 
Betty, Aroma Therapy Institute; Betty Eadie, author, Embraced by the 
Light; Rev. Peter Matthews, Bethel A.M.E. Church, Oxford, OH; Barbara 
Biziou, author, The Joy of Ritual; Richard Francis, practical mystic; 
Laurie Beth Jones, author The Path and Jesus:CEO;   Margaret 
Starbird, author, The Goddess in the Gospels: Reclaiming the Sacred 
Feminine;  Dr. Deepak Chopra, author, speaker, Director of the Chopra 
Center.

A Mama Jazz Christmas Eve; Monday, December 24, 8-9 pm
        Our own Mama Jazz brings you all her favorite Christmas 
music, performed by her favorite jazz artists. A perfect way to relax 
and enjoy the evening.


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