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November 20, 2009
November 20, 2009
In Focus
In Focus
In Focus - Show # 88: Early Lessons in Preschool
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-11-16)
There's been a quiet revolution in America's schools over recent decades. We've added a whole extra grade to a child's education -- preschool. On this edition of In Focus, we'll hear the story of preschool education, and discover how researchers today are still learning powerful lessons about America's youngest students.
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-11-16)
There's been a quiet revolution in America's schools over recent decades. We've added a whole extra grade to a child's education -- preschool. On this edition of In Focus, we'll hear the story of preschool education, and discover how researchers today are still learning powerful lessons about America's youngest students.
In Focus - Show # 87: Leading the Charge / Punkin' Chunkin'
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-11-09)
Next time on In Focus, General Tony Zinni talks about the some of the qualities of successful leadership needed in both the battlefield, and in business. And a film director talks about his documentary on Punkin Chunkin and the people who are attracted to the annual competition in Sussex County, Del.
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-11-09)
Next time on In Focus, General Tony Zinni talks about the some of the qualities of successful leadership needed in both the battlefield, and in business. And a film director talks about his documentary on Punkin Chunkin and the people who are attracted to the annual competition in Sussex County, Del.
In Focus - Show # 86: The Tianjin Song and Dance Theatre
SALISBURY, MD
(2009-10-26)
In the summer of 2009, the Tianjin Song and Dance Theatre paid a visit to Salisbury, Md. This extraordinary traveling group of Chinese musicians and dancers have traversed the globe performing a fusion of traditional Chinese folk music - with a modern pop sensibility. It's part of China's efforts to deepen its friendships with other countries, through cultural understanding. We'll explore all of that and more on this edition of In Focus.
SALISBURY, MD
(2009-10-26)
In the summer of 2009, the Tianjin Song and Dance Theatre paid a visit to Salisbury, Md. This extraordinary traveling group of Chinese musicians and dancers have traversed the globe performing a fusion of traditional Chinese folk music - with a modern pop sensibility. It's part of China's efforts to deepen its friendships with other countries, through cultural understanding. We'll explore all of that and more on this edition of In Focus.
Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 85: The Healthcare Reform Debate (Pt. 4)
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-10-12)
In this program, Maryland Sen. Andrew Harris shares his thoughts on the current healthcare debate - and why he thinks there are better alternatives to creating a government-run "public option" as a means to reform the healthcare system. Sen. Harris will also discuss his vote regarding the tobacco tax that passed several years ago in Maryland.
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-10-12)
In this program, Maryland Sen. Andrew Harris shares his thoughts on the current healthcare debate - and why he thinks there are better alternatives to creating a government-run "public option" as a means to reform the healthcare system. Sen. Harris will also discuss his vote regarding the tobacco tax that passed several years ago in Maryland.
Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 84: The Healthcare Reform Debate (Pt. 3)
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-10-05)
Vincent DeMarco has built a reputation in Annapolis as one of the biggest crusaders for public health initiatives in Maryland by successfully taken on both the tobacco AND gun lobbies in Maryland's State House. But today he's pushing for healthcare reform, and his group has a plan for healthcare reform that he says is the best solution for both businesses and individuals.
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-10-05)
Vincent DeMarco has built a reputation in Annapolis as one of the biggest crusaders for public health initiatives in Maryland by successfully taken on both the tobacco AND gun lobbies in Maryland's State House. But today he's pushing for healthcare reform, and his group has a plan for healthcare reform that he says is the best solution for both businesses and individuals.
Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 83: The Swine Flu & Public Safety at UMES
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-09-28)
One of the biggest stories of 2009 has been the outbreak of the H1N1 virus - otherwise know as the "swine flu." In response, schools and universities across the country have braced for the onslaught of the H1N1 virus. In this program we'll learn how the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is responding to this flu pandemic - as well as other aspects of campus safety and security.
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-09-28)
One of the biggest stories of 2009 has been the outbreak of the H1N1 virus - otherwise know as the "swine flu." In response, schools and universities across the country have braced for the onslaught of the H1N1 virus. In this program we'll learn how the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is responding to this flu pandemic - as well as other aspects of campus safety and security.
Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 82: UMES President looks back at year in review
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-09-14)
In this program, we'll talk with UMES President Thelma B. Thompson about some of the latest accomplishments and exciting projects currently underway at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore - including a new solar energy project and expansion of academic degree programs.
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-09-14)
In this program, we'll talk with UMES President Thelma B. Thompson about some of the latest accomplishments and exciting projects currently underway at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore - including a new solar energy project and expansion of academic degree programs.
Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 81: The Healthcare Reform Debate (Pt. 2)
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-08-10)
In the on-going debate over the state of the health care system in this country, it seems likely that whatever reforms are enacted in Washington, the underlying issues in this debate will continue to be discussed in homes, businesses, and legislatures across the country for the foreseeable future. In this program, we'll continue my discussion on the issue of healthcare reform, with two local advocates -- Mr. Mike Pretl and Dr. Charles Stegman.
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-08-10)
In the on-going debate over the state of the health care system in this country, it seems likely that whatever reforms are enacted in Washington, the underlying issues in this debate will continue to be discussed in homes, businesses, and legislatures across the country for the foreseeable future. In this program, we'll continue my discussion on the issue of healthcare reform, with two local advocates -- Mr. Mike Pretl and Dr. Charles Stegman.
Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 80: The Healthcare Reform Debate (Pt.1)
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-08-03)
The national debate over whether and how to reform the multi-trillion dollar health care system in the United States has been going on for decades. On this edition of Eastern Shore Focus, we'll talk about the national health care debate with two local advocates - one of whom is an area physician, who says that the current health care system is in desperate need of reform.
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-08-03)
The national debate over whether and how to reform the multi-trillion dollar health care system in the United States has been going on for decades. On this edition of Eastern Shore Focus, we'll talk about the national health care debate with two local advocates - one of whom is an area physician, who says that the current health care system is in desperate need of reform.
Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 79: Makepeace (Pt. 2) / Rocket Men
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-07-27)
On the next edition of Eastern Shore Focus, we'll continue our discussion with local author Jeanne du Nord about her book entitled "Makepeace: The Roots of American Liberty." And later in this program, we'll discuss the incredible accomplishment of putting a man on the Moon, with writer Craig Nelson. He's the author of a book entitled "Rocket Men: The Epic Story of the First Men on the Moon."
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-07-27)
On the next edition of Eastern Shore Focus, we'll continue our discussion with local author Jeanne du Nord about her book entitled "Makepeace: The Roots of American Liberty." And later in this program, we'll discuss the incredible accomplishment of putting a man on the Moon, with writer Craig Nelson. He's the author of a book entitled "Rocket Men: The Epic Story of the First Men on the Moon."
Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 78: Makepeace - A Tale of the Colonial Shore (Pt. 1)
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-07-20)
Jeanne du Nord is a locally-based author, artist and playwright. Now she's written a book entitled "Makepeace: The Roots of American Liberty" -- a 308 page historical narrative set between the years 1659 and 1667. In Part One of our interview, du Nord chronicles the adventures and drama of the people who settled along the Annemessex and Manokin Rivers on the Eastern Shore of the Chesapeake Bay - when religious tolerance flourished among people of many different backgrounds.
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-07-20)
Jeanne du Nord is a locally-based author, artist and playwright. Now she's written a book entitled "Makepeace: The Roots of American Liberty" -- a 308 page historical narrative set between the years 1659 and 1667. In Part One of our interview, du Nord chronicles the adventures and drama of the people who settled along the Annemessex and Manokin Rivers on the Eastern Shore of the Chesapeake Bay - when religious tolerance flourished among people of many different backgrounds.
Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 77: The Housing Market Collapse
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-06-26)
As the nation continues to navigate out of the current housing crisis, one governmental organization is providing opportunities to assist struggling homeowners across the country and here on the Delmarva Peninsula. It's called the "Government National Mortgage Association," otherwise known as "Ginnie Mae." Well talk with the President of Ginnie Mae and a Salisbury-based banker about the housing foreclosure crisis and the ways it's affected the Eastern Shore.
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-06-26)
As the nation continues to navigate out of the current housing crisis, one governmental organization is providing opportunities to assist struggling homeowners across the country and here on the Delmarva Peninsula. It's called the "Government National Mortgage Association," otherwise known as "Ginnie Mae." Well talk with the President of Ginnie Mae and a Salisbury-based banker about the housing foreclosure crisis and the ways it's affected the Eastern Shore.
Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 76: A Look Inside of NASA / Wallops (Pt. 2)
WALLOPS ISLAND, VA
(2009-06-15)
In Part Two of this look behind-the-scenes at NASA's Wallops Flight Facility, we'll continue with the rest of my tour with NASA Public Affairs Specialist Keith Koehler. And later in the program, we'll talk with Dan Kuennen, the Executive Director of the Maryland Hawk Corporation - a non-profit affiliate of the UMES that's working with the NASA Wallops Flight Facility to develop miniature satellites called CubeSat, as well as other projects planned for the future.
WALLOPS ISLAND, VA
(2009-06-15)
In Part Two of this look behind-the-scenes at NASA's Wallops Flight Facility, we'll continue with the rest of my tour with NASA Public Affairs Specialist Keith Koehler. And later in the program, we'll talk with Dan Kuennen, the Executive Director of the Maryland Hawk Corporation - a non-profit affiliate of the UMES that's working with the NASA Wallops Flight Facility to develop miniature satellites called CubeSat, as well as other projects planned for the future.
Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 75: A Look Inside of NASA / Wallops (Pt. 1)
WALLOPS ISLAND, VA
(2009-06-08)
NASA's Wallops Flight Facility is one of the oldest launch sites in the world. And today's it's leading the charge in developing low-cost sub-orbital spacecraft - with a fast turn-around time. In Part One of this program, we'll take a look behind-the-scenes at some of the daily operations going on at Wallops, as well as getting a sneak peak at some of the exciting scientific research and exploration projects underway there.
WALLOPS ISLAND, VA
(2009-06-08)
NASA's Wallops Flight Facility is one of the oldest launch sites in the world. And today's it's leading the charge in developing low-cost sub-orbital spacecraft - with a fast turn-around time. In Part One of this program, we'll take a look behind-the-scenes at some of the daily operations going on at Wallops, as well as getting a sneak peak at some of the exciting scientific research and exploration projects underway there.
Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 74: The Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge
CHINCOTEAGUE, VA
(2009-05-11)
The Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) was originally established in 1943 to provide a safe habitat for migrating birds - but has become home to more than 320 species of wildlife, including the famous Chincoteague ponies. We'll talk with U.S. Fish and Wildlife representative Michael Dixon about the Refuge and his agency's role as its caretaker. And we'll also hear from a long-time volunteer of the refuge.
CHINCOTEAGUE, VA
(2009-05-11)
The Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) was originally established in 1943 to provide a safe habitat for migrating birds - but has become home to more than 320 species of wildlife, including the famous Chincoteague ponies. We'll talk with U.S. Fish and Wildlife representative Michael Dixon about the Refuge and his agency's role as its caretaker. And we'll also hear from a long-time volunteer of the refuge.
Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 73: The Deaf Driver Visor Card
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-05-04)
A routine traffic stop may not turn out to be so routine for those in the deaf community - or for those law enforcement officers who do not know they may be pulling over a driver with hearing loss. To help prevent any tragic misunderstandings from occurring, the Maryland Sheriffs' Association (MSA) has developed a Deaf Driver Visor Card. We'll talk about this visor card with Wicomico County Sheriff Mike Lewis and Ms. Sherrie Lister, an interpreter for the deaf.
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-05-04)
A routine traffic stop may not turn out to be so routine for those in the deaf community - or for those law enforcement officers who do not know they may be pulling over a driver with hearing loss. To help prevent any tragic misunderstandings from occurring, the Maryland Sheriffs' Association (MSA) has developed a Deaf Driver Visor Card. We'll talk about this visor card with Wicomico County Sheriff Mike Lewis and Ms. Sherrie Lister, an interpreter for the deaf.
Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 72: Are Newspapers Going to Disappear? (Pt. 2)
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-04-27)
In Part 2 of this two-part series, we continue to examine the reasons behind the decline of the newspaper industry. Gregg Bassett, the Executive Editor of Salisbury-based The Daily Times discusses this issue - including how Internet competition is affecting his industry, ways that newspapers can still compete in a struggling economy, and what the future may have in store for the next generation of print journalists.
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-04-27)
In Part 2 of this two-part series, we continue to examine the reasons behind the decline of the newspaper industry. Gregg Bassett, the Executive Editor of Salisbury-based The Daily Times discusses this issue - including how Internet competition is affecting his industry, ways that newspapers can still compete in a struggling economy, and what the future may have in store for the next generation of print journalists.
Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 71: Are Newspapers Going to Disappear? (Pt. 1)
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-04-20)
Declining revenues, a sour economy and competition from the Internet have led to drastic downsizing or closures of newspapers around the country. In Part 1 this edition of Eastern Shore Focus, Mr. Gregg Bassett, the Executive Editor of Salisbury-based The Daily Times , will talk about the current state of the newspaper industry, how it's affecting his paper in particular, and what the future may have in store for the industry as a whole.
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-04-20)
Declining revenues, a sour economy and competition from the Internet have led to drastic downsizing or closures of newspapers around the country. In Part 1 this edition of Eastern Shore Focus, Mr. Gregg Bassett, the Executive Editor of Salisbury-based The Daily Times , will talk about the current state of the newspaper industry, how it's affecting his paper in particular, and what the future may have in store for the industry as a whole.
Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 70: Steamboat Discovery / Sturgis Museum
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-03-30)
On this edition of Eastern Shore Focus, we'll pay a visit to the Sturgis One-Room School Museum in Pocomoke City, Maryland. It's the only African-American one-room school in Worcester County that still survives intact today. And it lies situated just down the street from the Delmarva Discovery Center - where we'll also learn about a new replica steamship called the "Steamboat Discovery."
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-03-30)
On this edition of Eastern Shore Focus, we'll pay a visit to the Sturgis One-Room School Museum in Pocomoke City, Maryland. It's the only African-American one-room school in Worcester County that still survives intact today. And it lies situated just down the street from the Delmarva Discovery Center - where we'll also learn about a new replica steamship called the "Steamboat Discovery."
Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 69: The DTV Transition - Take 2
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-03-09)
If you've been paying attention to the news or TV, you're probably well aware that television in the United States is going to switch to digital sometime this year. But if your TV isn't ready for the transition - and you don't have cable or satellite service - then on June 12, 2009, your favorite TV stations are going to disappear. Shermaze Ingram, of the National Association of Broadcasters, will help explain what listeners need to do to get ready for the new transition deadline.
PRINCESS ANNE, MD
(2009-03-09)
If you've been paying attention to the news or TV, you're probably well aware that television in the United States is going to switch to digital sometime this year. But if your TV isn't ready for the transition - and you don't have cable or satellite service - then on June 12, 2009, your favorite TV stations are going to disappear. Shermaze Ingram, of the National Association of Broadcasters, will help explain what listeners need to do to get ready for the new transition deadline.
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