"The State of Things" on WUNC
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2004 (with Frank). Show first aired on WUNC in 1996.
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Every week, The State of Things on North Carolina Public Radio - WUNC chooses a listener-submitted photo to highlight on our Facebook page. The photos are uploaded to our public Flickr page by our listeners, staff members, and amateur photographers. For details, see our Flickr page

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"The State of Things" on WUNC

"The State of Things" on WUNC is wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving! In honor of the holiday, we've gathered three days of storytelling shows. It’s a Thanksgiving feast for your ears… TODAY: The best from the Monti’s StorySLAM competition. THURSDAY: An hour of great tales told by professional Tar Heel State storytellers. FRIDAY: Listeners share thei...r funniest-and most memorable Thanksgiving stories.

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Yesterday at 6:54am
Pat Dillon Neagle
Pat Dillon Neagle
Patty Van Norman rocks!
Yesterday at 7:35am
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"The State of Things" on WUNC is diving headfirst into immigration policy today. When we talk about the political issue of “immigration,” what we really mean is “illegal immigration,” and that’s a distinction today's guests will make. Legality affects social services, education and national security, as well as highly charged issues of national ide...ntity and values. We'll rethink immigration today at noon...

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Tue at 6:47am
"The State of Things" on WUNC

"The State of Things" on WUNC This album is a collection of the photos we've selected as our "Picture of the Week." Many thanks to all the talented photographers in the great state of North Carolina who contribute to our Flickr photostream every day. If you'd like to see some more great pictures or submit your own for consideration, visit: http:/.../www.flickr.com/groups/sotpictureoftheweek/

Jeanette Victoria
Jeanette Victoria
Thanks for using my picture!
Mon at 8:10am
"The State of Things" on WUNC

"The State of Things" on WUNC is getting to know a true Bull City hero. Howard Fuller is known for his grassroots efforts to combat poverty and social injustice in Durham during segregation. His powerful influence among black residents helped keep the streets relatively peaceful following Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination. Join us for a look back at the life of this civil rights leader.

Mon at 7:48am
Kim Weiss
Kim Weiss
Heard the show on the way to and from a client's office today. Excellent! What an amazing man.
Mon at 10:19am
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"The State of Things" on WUNC is finding it hard to get any work done with turkey on the brain so we're bringing you a special show on how to have a yummy (and local) Thanksgiving. Four food and beverage experts will share their suggestions on where to find the best holiday fixings North Carolina has to offer. Plus, folk singer Don de Leaumont puts... heartwarming stories to music live in the studio. Happy Friday!

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November 20 at 6:58am
Page
Page
Great show, Frank! Thanks for casting the SoT spotlight on our local food companies & producers. :)
November 21 at 3:39am
Frank Stasio
Frank Stasio
Yar Wahcha eat!
November 21 at 3:22pm
"The State of Things" on WUNC

"The State of Things" on WUNC is tipping its hat to the life of Septima Clark, a pioneer of African-American civil rights. Clark is best remembered for founding citizenship schools that taught people to read, then to vote, then to hold elected officials accountable. Plus, the indie rockers of Luego visit the studio to play live for a Thursday musical treat!

November 19 at 7:49am
Donovan McKnight
Donovan McKnight
Kat Charron! What a cool lady...
November 19 at 8:03am
Pamela Zappardino
Pamela Zappardino
The Zepp Center Civil Rights Tour will be heading to Johns Island this January, where Septima Clark did a lot of her work..check it out here on facebook ... just search for Zepp Center Civil Rights Tour!
November 19 at 8:22am
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"The State of Things" on WUNC is delving into the life and times of Muhammad with UNC scholar Omid Safi, who says the Islamic prophet is one of the most misunderstood religious icons in the world. Omid joins us in the studio to share stories of Muhammad's political and spiritual experiences. Plus, a look at the impact of the economic recession on homelessness in North Carolina.

November 18 at 8:05am
Jonathan Harrell
Jonathan Harrell
This was an excellent piece on Islam's founder. I found Omid Safi to be delightful to listen to. You could hear his passion in his voice. Thank you!
November 18 at 11:12am
"The State of Things" on WUNC

"The State of Things" on WUNC is desperately waiting for Lindsay Foster Thomas to return from vacation. While we wait…we’re rebroadcasting a show about drugs and hip hop. It will be even better this time around. Plus, artist Oliver Herring will be in the studio to explain his experimental art in advance of a lecture tonight at UNC. Check it out on ...our SOT events calendar in the left-hand sidebar of this page.

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November 17 at 5:59am
"The State of Things" on WUNC

"The State of Things" on WUNC is going inside the Ivory Tower today with academic lightening rod Gene Nichol. He’ll talk about football, philosophy, politics and his work at UNC’s Center on Poverty, Work and Opportunity.

November 16 at 6:06am
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"The State of Things" on WUNC is jamming with legendary rock n’ roller Alejandro Escovedo today. He’ll talk about his close ties to North Carolina’s music scene, growing up with eleven siblings, living without health care, and having one of his songs on George W. Bush’s iPod… and he’s going to play live too.

November 13 at 6:24am
John Hoppenthaler
John Hoppenthaler
He's one of my all-time faves! A show he did at the old Bottom Line in NYC was a concert that will stay with me forever.
November 13 at 6:28am
Amy Tiemann
Amy Tiemann
Loved the live music today, TGIF!
November 13 at 10:52am
Donald Munden McDonald
Donald Munden McDonald
Frank and Robin rock!
November 13 at 9:12pm
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"The State of Things" on WUNC is dancing with harpsichords, turning wine into water and exploding volcanoes on today’s show. First, former Raleigh barkeep Doc Hendley talks about being a 2009 finalist for CNN Hero of the Year. Then a newly commissioned harpsichord will challenge your assumptions about the instrument. And finally, Poet Larry Johnson... on Vesuvius, Krakatoa and other things that inspire his work.

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November 12 at 6:02am
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"The State of Things" on WUNC is learning about the challenges of getting in to college when you lack resources and support. Three graduates of a summer residential program at Elon University share their stories and their hopes for the future. Plus, the unique role Jews have played in the history of the Tar Heel state.

November 11 at 6:13am
Eireann
Eireann
If you want any particularly serious examples of lack of resources and support, just let me know.
November 11 at 6:27pm
Kim Weiss

Kim Weiss Frank -- I'm going to send you (via fstacio@wunc.org) an announcement about the upcoming Raleigh appearance of an MI5 expert who was interviewed on the Diane Rheme show this morning. It would be great for a local show to have him on, and I can make that happen!

November 10 at 10:57am · Report
"The State of Things" on WUNC
"The State of Things" on WUNC
Kim, thanks! Would you mind also sending it to sot@wunc.org?
November 19 at 1:20pm
Kim Weiss
Kim Weiss
Well, he came and went. His appearance was last Saturday. I'll send the info to that address anyway. He can still be interviewed as he's on a book tour. Thanks for your interest!
November 19 at 1:45pm
"The State of Things" on WUNC

"The State of Things" on WUNC is talking wuv….twu wuv today. Editor Michael Taeckens discusses his anthology of heartbreak stories, "Love is a Four Letter Word." Plus, Sheril Kirshenbaum on the consequences of Americans’ scientific illiteracy.

November 10 at 7:33am
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