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Rescuers Check Piles Of Debris For Survivors In Moore, Okla.
May 22, 2013 | NPR · Search and rescue teams continue digging through the rubble of demolished buildings in Moore, Okla., after Monday's devastating tornado that ripped through the Oklahoma City suburbs. Officials there say there are still some people unaccounted for — exactly how many isn't clear.
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House, Senate Consider Cuts In Food Stamp Program
May 22, 2013 | NPR · Both the House and Senate are considering farm bills that would cut spending on food stamps, one of the most expensive government programs. But people disagree on how much the changes would affect recipients.
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Parking Industry Tries To Make Your Life Easier
May 22, 2013 | WLRN · The future of parking has been showcased in Fort Lauderdale, Fla, this week at the International Parking Institute's annual conference. The conversation has been about helping drivers get in and out of spaces as conveniently as possible.
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Moore, Okla., Tornado Was 'Storm Of Storms'
May 21, 2013 | NPR · Melissa Block and Robert Siegel give the latest in Oklahoma after a huge tornado tore through the state on Monday.
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Okla. Tornado Survivors Try To Collect Lives After Storm
May 21, 2013 | NPR · For some neighbors in Moore, Okla., the decision of taking cover away from home or sheltering in place made the difference between life and death.
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Storm Chasers Seek Thrills, But Also Chance To Warn Others
May 21, 2013 | NPR · When disaster strikes, our natural instinct is to take cover and seek shelter. But in severe weather, especially the type that breeds tornadoes like we saw in Oklahoma and parts of the Midwest this week, there are those who ride toward the storm.
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Working Women On Television: A Mixed Bag At Best
May 18, 2013 | NPR · Research shows that prime-time television isn't a bad place to find portrayals of working women. Working moms and working women over 40 are another story.
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Political Takeaways: Headaches For The White House
May 19, 2013 | NPR · Controversies dominated this past week's political headlines, leaving the Obama White House on the defensive, trying to contain any lasting damage. Host Rachel Martin talks with NPR's Mara Liasson.
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October 12: What's On Today's Show
Oct 12, 2011 — In the first hour of Talk of the Nation, the political junkie, and screening and treating prostate cancer. In the second hour, the life of Mary Boleyn, and the art and science of creating a successful brand name.
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May 24th Show
May 24, 2010 — In our first hour, Arizona law targets ethnic studies classes, and Sarah Palin and feminism.  In our second hour,  job prospects for 2010 graduates, and Rene Balcer on "Law & Order" series finale.
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Talk Of The World: The Economy
Mar 12, 2009 — If you live overseas, help us out... how is the dismal economy changing life in your country?
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March 12th Show
Mar 12, 2009 — In our first hour, terrorists recruit Somali Americans, and Christopher Moore, the author of Fool. In our second hour, Tavis Smiley talks about who's accountable for America's problems, and Dr. Mehmet Oz explains what he's learned from the med...
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March 11th Show
Mar 11, 2009 — In our first hour, the political junkie with Jon Delano. In our second hour, the author of "Hands of My Father" and the Twitter phenomenon.
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March 10th Show
Mar 10, 2009 — Inour first hour, alternatives to layoffs and "bilingual" Obama. In our second hour, the impact of The L Word, and the end of "retro talk".
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March 9th Show
Mar 9, 2009 — In our first hour, reporting on the big picture on the war in Iraq, , and the opinion page. In our second hour, drawing the line on assisted suicides, and the art of posing for nude artwork.
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March 5th Show
Mar 5, 2009 — In our first hour, pressing the "reset" button and starting over in our lives, and how to prosecute children who commit murder. In our second hour, does "poverty porn" educate or exploit? and the 2nd installment of our series "How Bad Can It Get"...
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March 4th Show
Mar 4, 2009 — In our first hour, the political junkie and an excerpt of Rush Limbaugh speech at the Conservative Political Action Conference. Also, the Senate Judiciary Committee's first hearing discussing the organization of a "truth commission." In our seco...
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March 3rd Show
Mar 3, 2009 — In our first hour, what makes a great airline pilot? and the future of the stock market. In our second hour, donor daddies, and economist Jeffrey Sachs answers the question, "How bad will the economy get?"
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