Month: September 2024

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Reset with Sasha-Ann Simons - What’s That Building? Old Town School Of Folk Music

Reset wraps a summer “What’s That Building?” series about Chicago’s incredible music venues at the Old Town School of Folk Music in Lincoln Square. Sasha-Ann Simons and Dennis Rodkin explore this old library turned music school and venue and dive deep into the history of its exterior as well as what lives inside. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.
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Up First from NPR - Netanyahu Faces Opposition, Russia Strikes Ukraine, Top New York Aide Spying

A major government reshuffle is underway in Ukraine as intensifying Russian missile and drone strikes on Ukrainian cities kills dozens and injures hundreds. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces mounting pressure from protesters and political rivals accusing him of prioritizing his political survival over Israel's security. And, a longtime New York political aide is accused of secretly working for the Chinese government, sparking concerns over foreign influence in U.S. policymaking.

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The Intelligence from The Economist - Beyond the bullets: we go to Ukraine

We take a look at the grim conditions in and prospects for the frontlines in the country’s east and north. But not all of the fighting is military in nature. We examine a far wider cultural revival going on (10:59), in music and fashion and long-forgotten ingredients and methods of Ukrainian cuisine (19:13). “Oh, the Red Viburnum in the Meadow” sung by Andriy Khlyvnyuk


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Big Technology Podcast - How Ozempic Changes Our Bodies, Minds, and Economy — With Johann Hari

Johan Hari is a New York Times bestselling author and has a new book, Magic Pill, about his experience with weight loss drugs. Hari joins Big Technology to discuss the impact of Ozempic on our relationship with food and the economy. Tune in to hear how these medications work, their benefits, and their potential risks. We also cover the science behind these drugs, economic implications, and ethical considerations. Hit play for an in-depth conversation on the future of weight loss drugs and their broader societal effects

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Money Girl - Investment Portfolio Rebalancing–What It Is and Why It’s Critical

Laura reviews what investment rebalancing is, why it’s essential for success, and six strategies to rebalance your portfolio, whether you're a novice or an experienced investor.

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The Daily Detail - The Daily Detail for 9.4.24

Alabama

  • Mobile county sheriff wants to change the constitutional carry law in AL
  • Sponsor of constitutional carry law says sheriff's proposal is not necessary
  • Democrat Tom Holmes suspends campaign due to adult son's death
  • Rick Burgess to remain on radio after "Rick and Bubba" ends 30 year run
  • Conservative journalist Ben Zeisloft talks on 1819 News Podcast

National

  • Harris campaign agrees to ABC rules for presidential debate with Trump
  • Harris busy using a variety of accents during her campaign speeches
  • Nashville shooter's manifesto is made public by Tennessee Star
  • Former aide to NY governor charged with being a Chinese spy
  • Trump says he is open to releasing Epstein client list as president
  • CO congressman says the Venezuelan gang take over is real and scary
  • Study of Covid shots and renal failure shows alarming increase in deaths
  • US Navy whistleblower says Covid shot adverse events rising in military
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More or Less: Behind the Stats - Exclusions, black holes and dividing by zero

Do half of children in Wales have special educational needs? Are permanent exclusions at the highest ever level in England? Labour are talking about a ?22bn black hole. Is that a new black hole in the finances? Are there more Ghanaian nurses in the UK than in Ghana? Can you divide one by zero?

Tim Harford looks at some of the numbers in the news.

Presenter: Tim Harford Reporters: Kate Lamble and Nathan Gower Producer: Beth Ashmead Latham Series producer: Tom Colls Production co-ordinator: Katie Morrison Sound mix: Andy Fell Editor: Richard Vadon