Frank Stasio

For Returning Vets, Challenges On The Homefront

Isaac-Davy Aronson and Frank Stasio — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:03:07 +0000

The latest research suggests that for veterans, social support is just as important as medical care.

Host Frank Stasio talks with UNC Chapel Hill Associate Professor of Psychiatry Eric Elbogen, about his study showing that vets lacking social and financial stability are more likely to engage in violent behavior than those with posttraumatic stress disorder. Joining the conversation are Pete Tillman, public affairs officer for the Durham VA Medical Center, and Jason Hansman of Iraq & Afghanistan Veterans of America.

Why Hundreds Of Thousands Of Vets Are Waiting For Their Disability Claims

Isaac-Davy Aronson and Frank Stasio — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:50:10 +0000

Hundreds of thousands of veterans have been waiting months - sometimes years - for their disability claims to be processed by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Recently, piled up claims threatenedMount Moriah fans are familiar with Heather McIntyre’s heart-wrenching vocals. But they may not be familiar with her work with the summer camp Girls Rock NC. In fact, several fan favorites of the Triangle music scene support Girls Rock, including singer-songwriter Laura Thurston and Maria Albani of Schooner.

What Is The Relationship Between Art And Advertising?

Shawn Wen and Frank Stasio — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 15:38:54 +0000

When Nike used the Beatle’s song “Revolution” in an ad campaign, the Beatles sued. Their lawyer released a statement: “The Beatles’ position is that they don’t sing jingles to peddle sneakers, beer, pantyhose or anything else.”

Senate Tax Reform Takes A Turn

Alex Granados and Frank Stasio — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 15:46:08 +0000

Rucho resigned his co-chairmanship of the finance committee in protest of Berger's plan, which passed the Senate Thursday.

Regardless of what ultimately passes, Jessica Jones, WUNC Capitol Bureau Chief, said on the State of Things that the implications could be far reaching.

Musician Jeanne Jolly Returns From National Tour

Adija Manley and Frank Stasio — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 15:20:06 +0000

Jeanne Jolly visited our studio a year ago in the early stages of working on her album, “Angels.” Now, she is back in the midst of a national tour promoting her album.

Ipas Celebrates 40 Years

Alex Granados and Frank Stasio — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 15:48:31 +0000

Forty years ago, the controversial supreme court decision Roe Versus Wade ushered in a new era of reproductive rights and touched off a culture war that has waged ever since.

New Novel Tackles Corruption, Journalism And The Law

Alex Granados and Frank Stasio — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 15:26:13 +0000

South Carolina lawyer Jon Buchan is fond of saying that all journalists and attorneys have at least one good novel in them. He's been mulling his for years, but he's finally finished and published it. "Code of the Forest" tells the story of a scrappy newspaper, trying to survive an onslaught by a senator determined to silence it. It examines the subtle underpinnings of corruption.

Buchan says that corruption, as he portrays it in his book, is a much more subtle form of influence. One that might infect a politician before they realize it's too late.

Remembering The Hunt For Eric Rudolph

Alex Granados and Frank Stasio — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 15:06:03 +0000

At one time, Eric Rudolph was one of the most wanted men in the country. He was responsible for a series of bombings in Georgia and Alabama, including at the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta.

Exonerees Share Stories Of Wrongful Conviction At Innocence Network Conference

Frank Stasio and Alex Granados — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 16:15:42 +0000

Across the country, 306 wrongfully convicted inmates have been exonerated because of DNA evidence. The number of people exonerated through other means is hard to calculate, since not all states keep records of exonerees. It might be close to 1,000. But that could be a gross undercount. Over 100 exonerees and many others gathered in Charlotte this past weekend for the 2013 Innocence Network Conference. There, The State of Things host Frank Stasio sat down with two exonerees and two legal professionals to learn more about their stories.