Education

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State Ballot Inititiatives

November 3, 2008

A discussion of initiatives on the ballot in 36 states this November 4th. Voters will decide on initiatives ranging from abortion and state income taxes to same-sex marriage and affirmative action.

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The Presidential Candidates' Education Proposals

October 21, 2008

The plans of John McCain and Barack Obama for improving education.

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Sex Education

September 23, 2008

The latest teen birth rate figures are up after a 15-year decline, and the presidential campaign has renewed questions over the effectiveness and appropriateness of comprehensive sex education and abstinence-only education. A look at the...

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Bird Watching and Listening

August 27, 2008

A history of one of the fastest growing outdoor activities in America, and two new guides to help you identify specific birds and their songs.

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Student Loans and the Credit Crunch

August 12, 2008

The credit crunch is moving into the student loan market, and some private loans are drying up. We take a look what kind of impact to expect on students attending a range of colleges, universities, and professional schools.

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Lynne Rossetto Kasper & Sally Swift: "The Splendid Table's How to Eat Supper" (Clarkson Potter)

May 1, 2008

The women behind public radio�s The Splendid Table examine America's evolving sense of food and offer suggestions for shopping, cooking and eating.

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President Jimmy Carter: "A Remarkable Mother" (Simon & Schuster)

April 29, 2008

Former President Jimmy Carter explains how his mother influenced his life's work. He also talks about his recent trips abroad promoting peace and democracy.

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Home Schooling

March 24, 2008

A California appeals court ruled that parents must be certified teachers in order to home school their children. The decision has sent a chill through the nation's growing home schooling community. We'll look at trends in home schooling...

http://thedianerehmshow.org/shows/2008-03-19/readers-review-three-cups-tea-greg-mortenson

Readers Review: "Three Cups of Tea" by Greg Mortenson

March 19, 2008

Diane invites listeners to join in a conversation about the story of a real-life Indiana Jones and his humanitarian campaign to build schools for boys and girls in the Taliban's backyard.

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Jodee Blanco: "Please Stop Laughing At Us ..." (BenBella) (Rebroadcast)

March 9, 2008

Being the victim of a bully at school is often dismissed as just a part of growing up, but many say it can leave lasting emotional scars. A survivor of peer abuse offers advice for parents, teachers and children on coping with and putting...

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