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Highway Hounds
Friday, July 03 2009
by Frank Stasio and Katy Barron
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North Carolina’s state dog ain’t nothing but a hound dog, but it’s no crybaby. Slate magazine called it the breed the “ninja warriors of dogdom” because, among other feats, they can track and tree a 500-pound bear. The breed has been in North Carolina since the late 18th century, thanks to Bob Plott’s great-great-great grandfather. He joins Frank Stasio to tell us more about the intriguing history and worldwide renown of North Carolina’s humble hound and how the breed came to have their own highway marker. This program originally aired on Friday, June 5, 2009.
Listen here: http://wunc.org/tsot/archive/sot0605a09.mp3
Five Farms Preview
Friday, July 03 2009
by Amber Nimocks and Frank Stasio
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They say, “You are what you eat,” so knowing what happens on a farm is vital information. Radio producer John Biewen’s new documentary series, “Five Farms: Stories From American Farm Families,” surveys a year in the lives of five families across the country who still work the land. All next week, “The State of Things,” will be airing that series. But first, John Biewen joins host Frank Stasio in the studio for a preview and a behind-the-scenes look at his radio documentary. Learn more about the Five Farm Series here.
Reunion
Thursday, July 02 2009
by Amber Nimocks and Frank Stasio
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As a young woman, Therese Fowler dreamed of being a novelist. But it wasn’t until she got divorced and become an undergraduate at North Carolina State University in her thirties that she picked that dream up again. Today, Fowler is a published author who lives in Wake Forest. Her novel, "Souvenir" came out last year and hit the mark with romance readers. Her second novel, "Reunion" arrived in bookstores last month. The author joins host Frank Stasio to talk about her latest work and living her dream. This program originally aired on April 7, 2009.
Listen here: http://wunc.org/tsot/archive/sot0407c09.mp3
Throw Down Your Heart
Thursday, July 02 2009
by Frank Stasio and Lindsay Thomas
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On a recent trip to Africa, banjo virtuoso Béla Fleck rediscovered his instrument on its continent of origin. Uncovering the banjo's native roots also led him to some of Africa's most talented contemporary musicians. Fleck's new CD, "Throw Down Your Heart," features his banjo alongside artists from Uganda, Tanzania, Mali and Gambia. A documentary film of the same name has also been released and Fleck recently toured with some of the musicians he met on his journey. Fleck and South African guitarist Vusi Mahlasela talk to host Frank Stasio about the cultural history of the banjo and the welcome challenge of connecting American string music with African soul. This program originally aired on April 7, 2009.
Listen here: http://wunc.org/tsot/archive/sot0407ab09.mp3
Tackling Teen Pregnancy
Wednesday, July 01 2009
by Frank Stasio and Lindsay Thomas
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Despite a recent decline in the number of children born to teenagers in North Carolina, the rate of teenage pregnancies in this state is significantly higher than the national average. Teen pregnancies cost taxpayers more than $300 million annually and the social costs are high as well. New legislation that aims to restructure sex-ed curriculums in schools is making its way through the General Assembly. Today, "The State of Things" host Frank Stasio explores the continuous cycle of children having children, the cultural trends that encourage sexual activity among the young, and what specific solutions might reduce the rate of teen pregnancies. Joining the conversation are Sarah Brown, CEO of the National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancies; University of North Carolina journalism professor Jane Brown; Amanda van Scoyoc, a fellow at the Center for Documentary Studies at Duke University; and Sydney Brunson a member of the Youth Council for the North Carolina Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention Campaign. This program originally aired on Wednesday, April 11, 2009.
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Sip Local
Tuesday, June 30 2009
by Amber Nimocks and Frank Stasio
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The Triangle's robust eat-local scene with its markets, grocers and farm-to-table restaurants means thoughtful consumers can know where their food is coming from. But what about their drinks? Is it possible to "sip local" when you're enjoying coffee, wine, tea or beer? Host Frank Stasio talks to Lex Alexander, founder of Wellspring Grocery and owner of 3Cups, about the past and future of the local-food movement in the Triangle. We'll also meet Dorian Bolden, a young, Durham-based coffee shop entrepreneur; Margo Knight-Metzger, head of the N.C. Wine and Grape Council; and Sean Wilson, a
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