Eight Forty-Eight—September 29, 2006 |
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Month in Review
Eric Zorn—Columnist, Chicago Tribune
Neil Steinberg—Columnist, Chicago Sun-Times
Tracy Baim—Managing Editor and Publisher, Windy City Times
Our panel of journalists joisn Steve Edwards to discuss the top stories from September in our “Month in Review.” |
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Elections 2006: Citizen Profile—Pamela Dominguez
We finish up our week of citizen profiles with the story of longtime Englewood resident Pamela Dominguez, a community activist who works at Southwest Women Working Together. |
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Remembering Tokyo Rose
We pay tribute to some famous Chicagoans who passed away this month, including famed broadcaster Tokyo Rose, and politician Seymour Simon. |
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Dueling Critics—The Pillowman
Our theater critics Jonathan Abarbanel and Kelly Kleiman battle over The Pillowman, taking the stage until November 12 at Steppenwolf Theatre. |
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The Forgotten Synagogues of Chicago
Robb Packer—Author; Historian; Building Inspector
Robb Packer takes “Eight Forty Eight” director Jason Marck around Chicago to explore former Jewish houses of worship.
Robb Packer is author of Doors of Redemption: The Forgotten Synagogues of Chicago and Other Communal Buildings (BookSurge Publishing, 2006). |
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Eight Forty-Eight—September 28, 2006 |
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Elections 2006: Campaign Notebook—Todd Stroger
Our one-on-one conversations with candidates for Cook County Board President concludes with Alderman Todd Stroger. |
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Elections 2006: Citizen Profile—James Thomas
Our series of citizen profiles continues with the Bridgeview resident James Thomas, a Ford Motor Company assembly line worker. |
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Bearing Witness
Mike Gray—Founding Member, Film Group
Bill Cottle—Member, Film Group
Steve Edwards talks with two members of the Film Group. The group hosts “To Bear Witness: History of the Chicago Civil Rights Movement on Film,” with screenings taking place this weekend.
Visit the Film Group Web site for a complete schedule, including speaker information. |
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Making it Real
Gary Johnson—President, Chicago History Museum
Lauren Dolan—Public Relations Manager, Chicago History Museum
John Russick—Curator, Chicago History Museum
Olivia Mahoney—Chief Curator, Chicago History Museum
Steve Edwards tours the newly remodeled Chicago History Museum with the some of the museum's staff. |
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Chicago Matters—Schools, Skills and Jobs—Part Two
Jay Field concludes his report on the effect today’s modernized manufacturing industry has on career education.
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Chicago Matters—Schools, Skills and Jobs—Part One
High school graduates entering the workforce often lack the basic skills they need to succeed in entry-level jobs. Chicago Public Radio’s Jay Field reports on one company's ongoing struggle to find qualified employees.
Originally broadcast September 27, 2006 |
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Listen to an extended interview with Catalyst Chicago's Lorraine Forte.
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Three to See
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Chicago Public Radio Assistant Arts Editor Jenny Lawton shares three not-to-be-missed upcoming cultural events.
“Getting to the Point”
Sunday, October 1 @ 3 pm
Old Town School of Folk Music
Chicago
36th Annual Pilsen East Artist’s Open House
Including Gabe Lanza
Friday, September 29–Sunday, October 1
Galleries surrounding Halsted & 18th Streets
Chicago
Tortoise
Friday, September 29 @ 7 pm & 10 pm
Empty Bottle
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Eight Forty-Eight—September 27, 2006 |
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Elections 2006: Campaign Notebook—Tony Peraica
Tony Peraica—Cook County Commissioner
We begin a series of candidate conversations with Cook County Board President hopeful Tony Peraica. Tomorrow we feature his opponent, Todd Stroger. |
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Citizen Profile—Nizam Arain
We continue our series of citizen profiles with lawyer and Islamic scholar Nizam Arain. He is a democrat who doesn’t feel obliged to vote the party line. |
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A Reggae Oprah for President Jam
We share a song that encourages Oprah Winfrey to run for president of the United States.
Related Link:
Oprah for President 2008 |
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Chicago Matters—Schools, Skills and Jobs—Part One
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| Photo by Jay Field |
High school graduates entering the workforce often lack the basic skills they need to succeed in entry-level jobs. Chicago Public Radio’s Jay Field reports on one company's ongoing struggle to find qualified employees. |
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Adult Education
Chicago writer Karen Brenner comments on her decision to return to school. |
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Liz Lerman’s Ferocious Beauty
Dance critic and contributor Lucia Mauro previews the Liz Lerman Dance Exchange's performance, Ferocious Beauty: Genome. The group takes the stage at the Museum of Contemporary Art starting tomorrow and continuing through the weekend. |
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Out of My Way—Low Rider Makes History
Pedro Cisneros—President and Founder, Amistad Car Club, Chicago Chapter
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| Photo by Gianofer Fields |
Chicago's Amistad Car Club is now part of the new Chicago History Museum. Gianofer Fields checks it out the exhibit with Pedro Cisneros.
View more photos on the Out of My Way page. |
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Eight Forty-Eight—September 26, 2006 |
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Getting the Games
Rob Livingstone—Producer, GamesBids.com
Rob Livingstone tells us what it takes to win a bid to host the Olympic Games. His Web site informs visitors about the Olympic bidding process around the world. |
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Citizen Profile—Janet Wittbold
She’s a Republican, but not dyed in the wool Republican. Seventy five-year-old retired commercial artist and Des Plaines resident Janet Wittbold tells us about how she is trying to keep an open mind about the upcoming elections. |
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Chicago Matters—Technology in the Classroom, Part Two
Edie Rubinowitz brings us the second part of her report examining how high schools are using technology to improve student performance, and why some schools have more resources than others.
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Chicago Matters—Technology in the Classroom, Part One
If technology is the new literacy, are Chicago Public Schools preparing students for the future? That’s the question Edie Rubinowitz tackles in a two-part report in collaboration with Catalyst Chicago.
Originally broadcast September 25, 2006 |
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In the Wake of Wal-Mart—Part Two
In the second part of our examination of Wal-Mart's impact on workers and neighborhoods, Chicago Public Radio's Chip Mitchell talks with community residents about what they expect from the store's opening.
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Wal-Mart The Workers—Part One
Chicago's first Wal-Mart opens this week. In a two-part report, Chicago Public Radio's Catrin Einhorn talks with new employees and community residents about their hopes and worries about what Wal-Mart will bring.
Originally broadcast September 25, 2006 |
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A Holy Mess
Rabbi Irwin Kula—Author; President, The National Jewish Center for Learning and Leadership (CLAL)
Jason DeRose sits down with Rabbi Irwin Kula about what we can learn from yearnings. Kula’s is author of Yearnings: Embracing the Sacred Messiness of Life (Hyperion, 2006).
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All in the Family
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Jake and Dorothy Dumelle
Photo by Margo Dumelle |
Media contributor Wally Podrazik shares a personal Hollywood moment.
His father-in-law was an extra—with a speaking part—in The Lake House, and he watched the film with the rest of the cast at the Hollywood premiere. The movie is out on DVD today.
Related Link:
Wednesday Journal article about Jake Dumelle's trip |
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A Tribute to Hope Abelson
Theater critic and “Eight Forty-Eight” contributor Jonathan Abarbanel pays tribute to famous Chicago theater matron, Hope Abelson. Abelson passed away earlier this month. |
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Eight Forty-Eight—September 25, 2006 |
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Empire Google
Business contributor David Greising enlightens us about the daily operations at the Google headquarters in California.
Music Button: Plus Device, “Come Inside…,” from the CD Puncture (Hefty Records) |
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Chicago Matters—Technology in the Classroom, Part One
If technology is the new literacy, are Chicago Public Schools preparing students for the future? That’s the question Edie Rubinowitz tackles in a two-part report in collaboration with Catalyst Chicago. |
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Citizen Profile—Ben Schuster
We profile paralegal Ben Shuster of Deerfield, Illinois, who tells us how he developed his individual political perspective. |
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Hot Trends in Home Design
Ed Keegan—Architecture Critic; Contributing Writer, Crain’s Chicago Business
Forget granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, Ed Keegan fills us in on the newest amenities and cutting edge design trends in Chicago residences. |
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Wal-Mart The Workers—Part One
Chicago's first Wal-Mart opens this week. In a two-part report, Chicago Public Radio's Catrin Einhorn talks with new employees and community residents about their hopes and worries about what Wal-Mart will bring.
Music Button: Pepe Deluxe, “Tour De Force,” from the CD Pepe Deluxe (Emperor Norton Records) |
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Both Sides of the Border—The Voice of Dr. Virgil Reid
Dr. Virgil Reid—Physician, Erie Family Health Center, Clinical Instructor, Northwestern University
Our series continues with Dr. Virgil Reid, a Chicago medical professional who works regularly with immigrants. |
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“Writers' Block Party”
Hosted by contributor Amy Krouse Rosenthal, our literary and music variety show features Chicago band Baby Teeth, writer Wendy McClure and artist Chuck Jones. Find out more about all of them on the Writer's Block Party Web site.
Wendy McClure is author of I’m Not the New Me: A Memoir (Penguin Group, 2005).
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Eight Forty-Eight—September 22, 2006 |
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Cook County Offices Under Federal Fire
Chicago Public Radio’s Ben Calhoun joins us in studio to discuss the raid of the Cook County human resources offices. The raid is believed to be connected to an attorney's request for a federal monitor to oversee county hiring. |
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Uprisings in the Tribune Company
Gregory Meyer—Reporter, Crain's Chicago Business
We call Greg Meyer to hear his reaction on what’s going on with the Tribune Company, and learn more about the outlook for the troubled media conglomerate. |
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The Return of the TV Soap Opera
Chicago Public Radio’s media contributor Wally Podrazik weighs in on the new novellas and the return of the soap opera to the current television season. |
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Drumming in a Diamond Anniversary
The music of Taiko drummers resonates as the new artists in residence help the Japanese American Service Committee (JASC) commemorate 60 years of service.
The Fuji Fest and 60th Anniversary of the JASC is tonight at the Union League Club of Chicago. The Reception and Silent Auction begins at 5:00 p.m., with a Light Buffet and Entertainment following at 7:30 p.m. For more information call 773.275.0097, ext. 223. |
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Do You Haiku?
Chip Meyer—Education and Cultural Affairs Outreach Coordinator, Consulate General of Japan at Chicago
Charles Trumbull—Editor, Modern Haiku magazine
The art of Haiku is advanced in an upcoming competition called Haiku Cut, taking place Monday, September 25, at the Chopin Theatre. It’s like a poetry slam. Read some of Chicago Public Radio's interpretations of the haiku on the “Eight Forty-Eight” home page.
We talk with event organizer Chip Meyer and event judge Charles Trumbull about the competition and art form. |
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Steve Dolinsky and the Rosh Hashana Meal
Laura Frankel—Writer; Chef and Owner, Shallots Bistro
Food contributor Steve Dolinsky talks with Laura Frankel about some traditional tastes and fresh twists on the meal served on the Jewish New Year.
Frankel is also author of Jewish Cooking for All Seasons (Wiley, John & Sons, Incorporated, 2006). |
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Dueling Critics—King Lear
This week, theater contributors Kelly Kleiman and Jonathan Abarbanel
spar over King Lear, on stage at the Goodman Theatre until October 22. |
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The Photography of Harry Callahan
Cherie Caswell Dost—Chicago Writer, Poet and Photo-Essayist
Cherie Caswell Dost shares her impression of the photography of Harry Callahan, whose most influential work was based in Chicago.
Harry Callahan: The Photographer at Work is on display at The Art Institute of Chicago until this Sunday.
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Eleanor Callahan
Eleanor Callahan talks with Edward Lifson about serving as her husband Harry Callahan’s frequent muse.
Originally broadcast July 11, 2006 |
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Eight Forty-Eight—September 21, 2006 |
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Reviving Parental Notification
Jeffrey Shaman—Professor, DePaul University College of Law
Jeffrey Shaman joins us to explain the legal basis for the Illinois Supreme Court’s decision to resurrect the Parental Notification of Abortion Act of 1995. |
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Homeless Embryos
Writer and mother Kasey Madden reflects on what to do with the leftover eggs after fertility treatments.
Music Button: Radiohead, “Sktterbrain,” from the CD Four Tet Remixes (Domino Records) |
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Polling Proficiency
Recent political polls have raised questions about how such polls are done and how we can be sure they are fair and meaningful. Chicago Public Radio's Ben Calhoun takes these questions to a polling expert. |
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All the County Provides
A recent poll found that a majority of Cook County voters are satisfied with the county government. We find out how much voters know about the services the county provides.
Music Button: Land Shark, “Fear of the Remake,” from the CD Land Shark (Om Records) |
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The Olympic Possibilities of Washington Park
Chicago Public Radio’s Gianofer Fields shares her thoughts on how the possible placement of the 2016 Olympic stadium in Washington Park could affect the surrounding area and people leaving on the South Side.
Music Button: Mark Colby, “Out of Focus,” from the CD Speaking of Stan (Hallway Records) |
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Three to See
Chicago Public Radio Arts Editor Edward Lifson shares three not-to-be-missed upcoming cultural events.
“One World Under One Roof”: World Music Festival
Thursday, September 21 @ 6:30 pm
Chicago Cultural Center
Chicago Public Radio is a sponsor of the World Music Festival
Bill Irwin
Monday, October 9 @ 5:30 pm
Free, but RSVP by Tuesday, October 3 at 847.491.7282
Josephine Louis Theater
Northwestern University
Evanston
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Bound Together
Rev. Susan Thistlethwaite—President, Chicago Theological Seminary
Eboo Patel—Founder and Executive Director, Interfaith Youth Core
Ann Feldman—Executive Producer, The Ties that Bind
Steve Edwards hosts a roundtable with guests discussing their initiatives to create dialogue between people of differing faith traditions.
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Regretfully Yours
Resident philosopher Al Gini ruminates on the nature of regret. |
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Eight Forty-Eight—September 20, 2006
with Guest Host Richard Steele |
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Illiniwek Scores a Victory, Part One
Ken Dobbs—Lead Attorney, Illinois Native American Bar Association
A day after a state appellate panel upheld a lower court's dismissal of a lawsuit against the University of Illinois mascot, Chief Illiniwek. Ken Dobbs says he will keep fighting to abolish the mascot. |
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Illiniwek Scores a Victory, Part Two
Tom Hardy—Executive Director, University Relations, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
We turn to Tom Hardy for the University's reaction to yesterday's ruling. |
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Head and Heart
Colorado College student, and former Eight Forty-Eight intern, Charlie Meredith contemplates his multi-ethnic identity. |
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Winning Research
Jennifer Richeson—Associate Professor, Psychology and African American Studies, Faculty Fellow at the Institute for Policy Research, Northwestern University
Jennifer Richeson talks about the research that led to her being awarded one of this year's MacArthur Fellowships, also known as the “genius grant.”
Music Button: Blue States, “Golden Touch,” from the CD ESL Remixed: the 100th Release (ESL) |
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Testing Troubles
Monique Parsons reports on the troubled process of receiving and analyzing standardized tests.
Music Button: Jeff Parker, “Beanstalk,” from the CD The Relatives (Thrill Jockey) |
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99 Ways to Tell a Radio Story
Julie Shapiro—Managing Director, Third Coast International Audio Festival
Our colleague Julie Shapiro joins us to give the details about the challenge she pitched to her fellow Third Coast Festival producers. |
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Out of My Way—The Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture
Reza Miliauskas—Gift Shop Clerk, The Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture
Gianofer Fields gets out from the rain and drops into The Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture as part of her Out of My Way series. |
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The Good Man Behind the Goodman
Robert Falls—Artistic Director, Goodman Theatre
Robert Falls talks about his life in the theater, 20 years at the Goodman Theatre and his latest production of King Lear. |
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Eight Forty-Eight—September 19, 2006 |
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Keeping It Local
Some local, small business owners are keeping tabs on chains like Starbucks and the Gap. Chicago Public Radio's Mike Rhee has more. |
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Making Room for Wildlife in the City
The Environment Report's Rebecca Williams examines Chicago's efforts to map preservation areas.
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The Good Time Cloggers
We share the sounds of the Good Time Cloggers of Valparaiso, Indiana. They're performing this Saturday, September 23, at the Sunset Hill County Park Harvest Festival and Antique Equipment Show in Valpo.
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Sports Landscape Changes Seasons
A fall sports roundtable with Eight Forty-Eight sports contributor Cheryl Raye-Stout and local sports reporters Mike Ferrin of WGN 720 and Mark Silverman of ESPN 1000
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Failing with the Cubs
What's worse than the failure of the Chicago Cubs? Comedian Joel Brussel has some comparisons.
Music Button: Plus Device, “My to Make You Feel,” from the CD Puncture (Hefty)
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Going to School—As a Family
Chicago Public Radio's Richard Steele reflects on the importance of family involvement in a child's education.
Music Button: Les Deux Love Orchestra, “Amarcord,” from the CD King Kong (Heart Times Coffee Cup)
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Studio 312: Writer Josh Karp
The author of A Futile and Stupid Gesture: How Doug Kenney and National Lampoon Changed Comedy Forever (Chicago Review Press, 2006), Josh Karp swings by “Studio 312” to talk with Eight Forty-Eight contributor Jim Carrane.
Karp joins other local authors for a free reading on Wednesday, September 20, at the Book Cellar in Lincoln Square. |
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Music Interviews—The Innovative Sounds of Alla
The Chicago band Alla consider themselves the new revolution in psychedelic pop music. Chicago Public Radio's Tony Sarabia has this profile.
Music at Beginning: Alla, “Golpes del Sol,” from the CD Es Tiempo (Self-Released)
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Eight Forty-Eight—September 18, 2006 |
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Blagojevich Hiring Troubles
The Chicago Tribune’s Ray Long discusses the findings of an investigation into hiring practices in the Blagojevich administration. |
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