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Talk to Me About the Election
From: Whitney Henry-Lester
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Talking politics at the Waldo Flea Market in Waldo, FL Nov 2, 2008

  • Added: Jan 13, 2011
  • Length: 05:56
Sign Thieves
From: Long Haul Productions
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The citizens of SW Michigan talk about the recent and unprecedented rash of thefts of Obama and McCain yard sign thefts in their area.

Bought by KALW, WVPE, New Hampshire Public Radio, and WILL


  • Added: Oct 29, 2008
  • Length: 04:07
  • Purchases: 4
The Most Unfair Thing I've Ever Seen
From: Zachary Barr
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The U.S. Army wants to expand a training area in SE Colorado, and it may use eminent domain to acquire thousands of acres of private ranchland. If...

Bought by Marfa Public Radio


  • Added: Oct 16, 2008
  • Length: 06:45
  • Purchases: 1
The Dean of Superintendents
From: Learning Matters
Series: Paul Vallas in New Orleans
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Paul Vallas talks to John Merrow about his successes, challenges and strategies for making change in the New Orleans Recovery School District.

  • Added: Sep 18, 2008
  • Length: 18:58
Not the Only Kid on the Block
From: Learning Matters
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George Parker, president of Washington DC's Teachers Union shares some astonishing confessions about the lack of accountability in the union and ho...

  • Added: Sep 18, 2008
  • Length: 13:13
No Regrets
From: Learning Matters
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Michelle Rhee talks with John Merrow about her controversial first year as DC public school's chancellor and what she has planned for year two.

  • Added: Sep 17, 2008
  • Length: 16:19
Learn to Earn: The Story of Josh Ackley
From: Learning Matters
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The newest, hottest idea in school reform seems to be paying students to learn. Is it a good idea, or a way to avoid tackling the tough issues? We ...

Bought by New Hampshire Public Radio


  • Added: Jul 30, 2008
  • Length: 06:56
  • Purchases: 1
New Orleans: Demoltion by Neglect
From: Richard Simon
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Six Goucher College students head down to New Orleans to learn more about the recent demoltion of public housing

Bought by KGOU


  • Added: Jun 29, 2008
  • Length: 27:52
  • Purchases: 1
March to Tibet: The Forgotten Story
From: The Tibet Connection
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100 Tibetan monks try to walk back to their homeland

  • Added: Mar 26, 2008
  • Length: 10:19
Alamosa Salmonella/Water VIP Press Conference Sound Bytes Gov Ritter, etc.
From: Miles Eddy
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Alamosa has water advisory because of Salmonella Outbreak. Gov. Ritter, Senator Salazar and other VIPS hold Press Conference March 22, 2008 in Ala...

  • Added: Mar 24, 2008
  • Length: 07:08
Reinventing Community Part 4
From: Northwest News Network (N3)
Series: Reinventing Community
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Joseph, Oregon: From beams to bronze

  • Added: Mar 10, 2008
  • Length: 03:32
Reventing Community Part 2
From: Northwest News Network (N3)
Series: Reinventing Community
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Coos Bay: Little City, Big Port

  • Added: Mar 10, 2008
  • Length: 03:31
Reinventing Community Part 1
From: Northwest News Network (N3)
Series: Reinventing Community
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In NE Washington a Timber Truce, But Not Everyone is on Board

  • Added: Mar 10, 2008
  • Length: 03:36
A California Story: Redwood Trees vs Solar Panels
From: KQED
Series: QUEST
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When it comes to solar planels, is tree planting a crime?

Bought by NPR Station Showcase with PRX


  • Added: Mar 03, 2008
  • Length: 05:06
  • Purchases: 1
WWOZ Street talk-Live at Vaughns: Stories from a Mexican Drug Smuggler
From: David Weinberg
Series: WWOZ- Street Talk
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Dozens of Maryland law students come to New Orleans to volunteer and tonight they are all at the infamous bywater bar vaughns to hear stories from ...

  • Added: Jan 21, 2008
  • Length: 06:34
How to Make Your Own Supernova
From: KQED
Series: QUEST
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Will the world's largest laser be strong enough to create nuclear fusion in a can?

Bought by Marfa Public Radio, New Hampshire Public Radio, and WBEZ


  • Added: Jan 18, 2008
  • Length: 05:06
  • Purchases: 3
Bringing Down the Blood
From: Kym Register
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Abortion in Small Town Mexico

  • Added: Dec 01, 2007
  • Length: 15:44
S.F. Bay Oil Spill cleanup effort in Berkeley Marina
From: Matthew Fidler
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Matt learns of the volunteer effort first hand at the Berkeley Marina

  • Added: Nov 19, 2007
  • Length: 07:39
QUEST_How Do You Clean Up An Oil Spill?
From: KQED
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Why San Francisco's recent oil spill will be so hard to clean up.

Bought by WAMC Northeast Public Radio


  • Added: Nov 16, 2007
  • Length: 04:54
  • Purchases: 1
Roundup At The Little Book Cliffs Range
From: Amy Marsh
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A look at BLM round-ups of wild horses and whether they are necessary

Bought by NPR Station Showcase with PRX


  • Added: Nov 02, 2007
  • Length: 17:52
  • Purchases: 1
Human Rights in Argentina: Missing witness Julio Lopez
From: Marie Trigona
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Human Rights in Argentina: Witness still missing

  • Added: Sep 19, 2007
  • Length: 04:31
What Role Should Charter Schools Play in Education Reform?
From: David Weinberg
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This is an in depth look at one of the many charter schools opening this fall in New Orleans

  • Added: Sep 04, 2007
  • Length: 12:59
The Day the Music Died - web radio in peril
From: Eric Klein
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on July 15th radio over the internet is going to undergo a BIG change

Bought by 90.5 WSNC and WJCU


  • Added: Jul 10, 2007
  • Length: 29:08
  • Purchases: 2
Clergyman to Stand Trial for ?Dirty War? Crimes in Argentina
From: Marie Trigona
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Last Thursday, for the first time ever, a clergyman of the Catholic Church faced charges in connection with repression carried out under Argentina?...

  • Added: Jul 09, 2007
  • Length: 04:41
"Beyond Fear: America's Role in an Uncertain World "- A Documentary Special
From: The Stanley Foundation
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"Beyond Fear" explores new scenarios for US global leadership built on common action, trust, and hope.

Bought by WBEZ, WRVO Public Media, WVIK, Interlochen Public Radio, KUER and more


  • Added: May 10, 2007
  • Length: 58:59
  • Purchases: 21