Monday, September 7, 2009

Matthew Crawford: "Shop Class As Soulcraft" (Penguin) (Rebroadcast)

10 a.m. (ET)

A philosopher and motorcycle mechanic explains why not everyone should aspire to work behind a desk. He talks about the emotional satisfaction and intellectual demand of making and fixing things with your hands.

Claire Shipman & Katty Kay: "Womenomics" (Collins Business) (Rebroadcast)

11 a.m. (ET)

A recent study found a significant majority of women want a better work-life balance. Diane and her guests discuss how some are saying "no" to overly-demanding jobs ... even in tough economic times.

The Diane Rehm Show is produced by member-supported WAMU 88.5 in Washington DC.