We preview the production of "The Wizard of Oz" that's about to be mounted by the Lakeside Players of Kenosha. We'll be joined by Joe Cardamone, director of the production, and Sydney Rovik, who plays Dorothy.
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We begin with the author of "Guitar Zero," Gary Marcus, a psychologist who studied the experience of adults who attempt to learn how to play a musical instrument.
We preview "Henry Ford," the next documentary airing on the PBS series American Experience Tuesday night.
Gateway Technical College President Bryan Albrecht pays his monthly visit to the program. On this particular occasion, he will be talking about the upcoming referendum.
We talk about the Racine Theater Guild's current production of "Night at the Nutcracker," a delightful takeoff of the Marx Brothers' "Night at the Opera." The production features a first-time collaboration between the RTG
A rebroadcast today of two wonderful shows: First, an interview with actor Kevin Sorbo, whose book "True Strength: My Journey From Hercules to Mere Mortal " and How Nearly Dying Saved My Life," in which he details how he s
We begin the program with Steven Gillon, resident historian for the History Channel and Professor of History at the University of Oklahoma, talking about how presidential inaugurations have changed through our history and
Psychologist Jeremy Dean, author of "Making Habits, Breaking Habits: Why We Do Things, Why We Don't, and How to Make Any Change Stick."
Sister Kathy Slesar, a Vice President of the Racine Dominicans, talking about their 150th anniversary
Postponed from last week: "The Pact: Bill Clinton, Newt Gingrich, and the Rivalry that Defined a Generation."
In anticipation of part two of the PBS documentary "The Abolitionists," we replay a past morning show conversation about Frederick Douglas.
For the monthly visit of the UEC (the United Environmental Council), we speak with Charlie Koenen, who is a master bee keeper.
We preview tonight's American Experience documentary "The Abolitionists" by speaking with executive producer Sharon Grimberg.
We'll preview a special, one-time, Monday evening performance at Carthage College of their production of "Ghost Bike," which Carthage has been invited to present at the upcoming Kennedy Center/American College Theater Fest
A psychiatrist who is on-site in Newtown, CT, who is part of a team of psychiatrists offering around-the-clock, walk-in counseling at the Newtown Youth and Family Services Center.
Gateway Technical College President Dr. Bryan Albrecht joins me for his monthly visit, along with Ron Frederick, Kenosha Area Boys Club President.
We speak to Mike and Jamie Johnson, whose lives have been unexpectedly disrupted by the damage created by Hurricane Sandy.
It's the monthly visit of the UEC- the United Environmental Council- and Nan Calvert has invited Helen Pugh and Rick Fare from the Hoy Audubon Club to talk about winter birds.
We speak with professional photographer Monni Must, who has interviewed and photographed a number of Holocaust survivors and is sharing those photos and stories in extraordinary books called "Living Witnesses."
From the archives: Greg Berman and his book, "The Most Noble Adventure," all about The Marshall Plan.
Today's program will be broadcast live from the Education Support Center of the Kenosha Unified School District.
Carthage professors Jeff Roberg and Jon Bruning join us to talk about the conclusion of their course covering this fall's presidential campaign.
Doug Instenes, managing artistic director of the Racine Theater Guild, talks about the return of the guild's popular production of "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory."
A look at Benjamin Franklin with Tom Fitzgerald, author of "Poor Richard's Lament," an intriguing novel in which Benjamin Franklin is transported into our modern world.
We speak with Martin Yate, the author of "Knock 'em Dead 2013: The Ultimate Job Search Guide." Also, we will replay a portion of past interview with choral music legend Weston Noble in honor of his 90th birthday, which is
We preview the upcoming performances at UW-Parkside of the Nguzo Saba Suite (in celebration of Kwanzaa) with Dr. James Kindchen, director of choral activities at Parkside.
Family therapist Amy Sprague Champeau talks about the difficulty of divorce- and of how those difficulties can be especially challenging during the holidays.
Part two of our conversation with Patrick O'Donnell, author of "Dog Company," a new book which tells the story of the Rangers of D Company, who played a crucial role in the D-Day Invasion.
Because of all of the attention surrounding the new film "Lincoln," we will replay an interview with Jackie Hogan, Author of "Lincoln, Inc." Also, part one of a conversation with war historian Patrick K. O'Donnell.
Just in time for Thanksgiving: Terry Hope Romero, author of "Vegan Eats World: 300 International Recipes for Savoring the Planet."
Bryan Albrecht, the President of Gateway Technical College, pays his monthly visit to the program. With him will be Steve Wilks, Dean of Student Development.
Law professor Einer Elhauge joins us to talk about the constitutionality of President Obama's health care reforms, known collectively to much of the public as Obamacare.
We talk about interesting facets of the human voice with writer and actress Elena Passarello, whose collection of essays on the topic is called "Let me clear my throat."
Carthage Professor Art Cyr joins us for his analysis of current events, including the results of the most recent election.
Our guest, Burton Peretti, is the author of "The Leading Man: Hollywood and the Presidential Image" - which examines the whole history of our Chief Executive's image before the American public - and especially how that ima
We preview a couple of weekend events, including a Gilbert & Sullivan gala at Carthage, as well as performances of "A Nice Family Gathering" at the Racine Theater Guild.
Carthage College Political Science Professor Jerald Mast joins us to offer analysis of election results.
Today's morning show is pre-empted so we can bring you an additional hour of Morning Edition and NPR's coverage of election 2012.