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The Douglas fir is one of the most recognizable and common trees in the Pacific Northwest, but do you know who it's named after? Writer, historian and naturalist Jack Nisbet does...
House Democratic leader Nancy Pelosi has promised to pass the massive 2,000 page health care reform bill by Wednesday, November 11. Democratic leaders in the Senate have also unveiled their unified health care bill and plan to vote on it shortly. Will Joe Leiberman filibuster...
Weekday on KUOW If you heard our interview on Thursday with Alvin Ziontz, the lawyer who helped take Native Rights to the Supreme Court, here is a great article from Salon that puts the era into context, along with insight into Marlon Brando and Johnny Cash
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In July 1972, musician Johnny Cash sat opposite President Richard Nixon in the White House's Blue Room. As a horde of media huddled a few feet away, the country music superstar had come to discuss prison ...
The H1N1 swine flu has gotten a lot of buzz recently, but many of us still have questions. Will the vaccine come too late for most people? Can you take the regular flu vaccine and the H1N1 vaccine at the same time? What are swine flu symptoms? Is death a possibility for everyone...
Once again it is Friday. Time to talk over the week's news. What stories caught your attention? What hasn't been covered enough? What makes your blood really boil? What's your take on the news?
Medicare isn't the only government–run health care. Veteran's Health Administration and Indian Health Services are also run by the government. This hour on "Weekday," we'll learn more about Indian Health Services. How does it work? Who can use it? What are the problems? Call in at 1.800.289.5869.
Alvin Ziontz represented Indian tribes in court for over 30 years. He argued the historic case that resulted in the Boldt decision, guaranteeing Pacific Northwest treaty fishing rights. He also fought for Makah whale hunting rights...
The first election results are in and we (probably) have our winners. This hour we'll talk with reporters around the state. We'll crunch numbers, analyze campaign rhetoric and discuss which issues came out on top. Are you pleased with the outcome of Election 2009? Who got your vote...
If you could find the air leaks in your home, you'd save energy and money. "Weekday's" home repair expert, Roger Faris is here to teach you how to locate them. He'll also share the best methods and products to patch them up. Do you have home repair questions? Now is your chance to get them answered...
Weekday on KUOW How's your home or apartment holding up? Have some repair projects looming - but not sure what to do? Out home repair expert Roger Faris is on the air from 10:20 to 11:00 AM Wednesday. Call 1-800-289-5869 with your questions.
In Jordan, so–called honor killings make up about one–third of the murders of women. Girls and women are killed by their fathers and brothers to "cleanse" the honor of their family. These crimes are rarely reported or even spoken about. Where does this gruesome tradition stem from? Wh...
Autumn colors are pretty, but once the leaves come down, what should you do with them? Raked leaves can fill up a yard waste bin quickly. Are there other ways to use leaves? Can they be beneficial to your garden? Leaves are also good for birds and critters...
Time's up. Ballots are due tomorrow, either by mail or in a drop–box. Still undecided on the Seattle mayor's race? Or perhaps you're seeking validation of your choice. Today — a last minute debate between Seattle mayoral candidates Joe Mallahan and Mike McGinn. Th...
What can you learn when you put yourself in someone else's shoes? What about when you act their part? Intiman Theatre has been sponsoring a series of community readings of its new play "Abe Lincoln in Illinois." They call it Front Porch Theater...
Greil Marcus discussed Herman Melville almost as much as Elvis Presley in his landmark book of music criticism, "Mystery Train." "It is impossible to understand music," he wrote, "without thinking of literature." Marcus' latest book assembles a series of essays about important cultural and artistic...
