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Scintas Updated: 2009-07-17 00:57:56 Description: Two of the four Scintas join us. Why just two? We get to the bottom of this. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Being Patrick Henry Updated: 2009-07-09 17:29:03 Description: Richard Schumann Historical Impersonator, on a role requiring not only acting skills but also scholarly knowledge. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Human Nature Updated: 2009-07-09 17:38:16 Description: We talk with the Australian group Human Nature: Toby Allen, Phil Burton, Andrew Tierney and Michael Tierney. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Maria, Maria Updated: 2009-07-09 17:44:49 Description: We talk with Terrence Williams, director of Stage Door Production's "West Side Story", also Janay Bombino who plays "Maria" and Edward Gelhaus who plays "Tony." Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Society of Seven Updated: 2009-07-14 16:34:12 Description: The Hawaiian group returns to Las Vegas this weekend to perform Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 8 p.m. in the Suncoast Showroom, with special guest Jasmine Trias, a past American Idol finalist. SOS is here to perform and talk about their music. Conten...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Inventing Ford Country Updated: 2009-06-29 02:56:59 Description: Buzz Bissinger, Contributing Ed, Vanity Fair, about Monument Valley and its role in Hollywood filmmaking. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Noel Coward's Private Lives Updated: 2009-06-30 07:32:18 Description: Carol Linnea Johnson and Don Burroughs are married in real life but this summer they'll be playing a divorced couple who find themselves in adjoining honeymoon suites in Noel Coward's classic comedy, "Private Lives". Content produced by News 88.9 K...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Words From the Dark Side Updated: 2009-07-01 06:56:44 Description: Former Folies Bergere showgirl Vicki Pettersson, author of the "Sign of the Zodiac" urban fantasy series joins us. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Young Talent Updated: 2009-07-01 06:58:10 Description: We talk with 12-year-old Henderson singer and actor Ellie Smith, who performs as the character Mary Lennox in "The Secret Garden" at the Utah Shakespearean Festival in Cedar City. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD The Boss Has Left The Building Updated: 2009-07-02 07:21:14 Description: Former Nevada Higher Education Chancellor Jim Rogers joins us, a day after leaving his job of five years. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD A New Vision in the West Updated: 2009-06-12 12:00:00 Description: Author Annette McGivney discusses the changing landscape in the West after years of drought. Her new book "Resurrection: Glen Canyon and a New Vision for the American West," explores the reemergence of Glen Canyon from beneath the waters of Glen Cany...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Bill Trujillo and the LV Academy Jazz Ensemble Updated: 2009-06-13 00:28:51 Description: Bill Trujillo and the LV Academy Jazz Ensemble. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD A Good Education Updated: 2009-06-17 07:58:14 Description: Daniel Wolff's new book "How Lincoln Learned to Read: Twelve Great Americans and the Educations that Made Them Famous" argues that there are lessons in the formative years of famous Americans. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Showgirl Memories Updated: 2009-06-17 08:00:54 Description: Review Journal columnist John L. Smith talks with long-time Folies dancer Terri Buffet. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Larry King Updated: 2009-06-19 06:32:49 Description: CNN talk show host Larry King has just published his autobiography - he talks about his checkered private life and his five decades in broadcasting. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Augusten Burroughs Updated: 2009-06-19 06:34:10 Description: We talk with Memoirist Augusten Burroughs. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD The Bluegrass Music of Stuck in Reverse Updated: 2009-06-23 00:21:02 Description: The Bluegrass Music of Stuck in Reverse. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Rethinking the American Dream Updated: 2009-06-23 00:22:30 Description: Author and Bloomberg News columnist John Wasik argues that the mortgage crisis is the least of our housing problems. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Philly Funny Man Updated: 2009-06-03 12:00:00 Description: Comedian David Brenner joins us. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Jazz Trio Updated: 2009-06-03 12:00:00 Description: We hear the sounds of the Las Vegas-based LaVerne Christie Trio. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD A New Mission Updated: 2009-06-04 12:00:00 Description: UnitedHealthcare of Nevada CEO, Jonathan Bunker. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD The Book Corner Updated: 2009-06-05 12:00:00 Description: Author Laurell K. Hamilton - Skin Trade - vampire hunter, Anita Blake. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Pit Bull of Comedy Updated: 2009-06-05 12:00:00 Description: Comedian Bobby Slayton. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Rare Books Updated: 2009-05-13 12:00:00 Description: David Bauman, Pres, Bauman Rare Books Corinne Weeks, Gen Mgr, Bauman Rare Books Steve Tabor, Curator of Early Printed Books, The Huntington Library ... on the rare book scene. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Anasazi Flute Updated: 2009-05-13 12:00:00 Description: Scott August, composer, producer and performing artist ... on the Anasazi flute, named after the prehistoric culture that thrived in the American Southwest. This type of flute was lost for over a thousand years, but was recently rediscovered and reco...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Red Rock Rondo Updated: 2009-05-15 12:00:00 Description: Philip Bimsteen, musician Taki Telonidis, Co-Producer, Red Rock Rondo ... on the one hour documentary inspired by the powerful rock formations and landscape of Zion National Park and the people who live in the region. Content produced by News 88.9 KN...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Las Vegas Philharmonic Updated: 2009-05-15 12:00:00 Description: Maestro David Itkin, Music Dir and Conductor, LV Phil Jocelyn Jensen, Dir, LV Masters Singers ... on their upcoming performance of Beethoven's "Ninth Symphony," which wraps up the Philharmonic's tenth season. The concert takes place on Sat at 8pm in ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Sgt Maj John Estrada Updated: 2009-05-15 12:00:00 Description: Sgt Maj John Estrada, former Sgt Maj, US Marines ... who endorsed then-Sen Barack Obama for Pres, saying he agreed with Obama's calls for pulling troops out of Iraq. He is set to speak Sunday at the Marine Corps League's Leatherneck Club. The lecture...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD LV City Council Ward 4 Updated: 2009-05-18 12:00:00 Description: Stavros Anthony, candidate Glenn Trowbridge, candidate ... on the race for a seat on the Las Vegas City Council representing Ward 4, which covers parts of Western Las Vegas south of Summerlin. Larry Brown previously held the seat. Early voting starts...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Medea Updated: 2009-05-19 12:00:00 Description: John Beane, Artistic Dir, Insurgo Theatre, and Dir, "Medea" Natascha Negro, Medea Ernie Curcio, Jason ... on the Insurgo Theater's production of Euripides' Medea at the Backstage Theatre on CSN's Cheyenne Campus. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD A Taste of Shakespeare Updated: 2009-05-19 12:00:00 Description: Dan Decker-Artistic Dir, Lysander Abadia-Romeo, Clare Jaget-Lady Macbeth ... on the "A Taste of Shakespeare" event which will be held Saturday May 23rd through Monday May 25th at the Springs Preserve. Content produced by News 88.9 KNP...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Henderson City Council Ward 3 Updated: 2009-05-19 12:00:00 Description: Kathleen Boutin, candidate Cathy Rosenfield, candidate ... on the race to replace Jack Clark on the Henderson City Council Ward 3, which covers most of northern Henderson and Lake Las Vegas. Early voting began on Saturday and continues across the val...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Claudine Williams Interview Updated: 2009-05-22 12:00:00 Description: Gwen Castaldi's 2005 conversation with casino industry pioneer Claudine Williams, who died earlier this month at the age of 88. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Interview with Jim Sheeler Updated: 2009-05-25 12:00:00 Description: Jim Sheeler. He's author of "Final Salute: A Story of Unfinished Lives." Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Bill Maher on Comedy and Social Criticism Updated: 2009-05-27 12:00:00 Description: Bill Maher discusses the role of the stand-up as social critic and de facto journalist. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Sen. John Ensign Updated: 2009-05-29 12:00:00 Description: We talk with Senator John Ensign. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Cold War Warrior Updated: 2009-05-04 12:00:00 Description: Jack Miller, author ... on his books, "Cold War Warrior" and "Cold War Defector." Will be speaking Tuesday at 6pm at the Atomic Testing Museum. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Orangutan Lecture Updated: 2009-05-05 12:00:00 Description: Birute Mary Gildakis, PhD, primatologist, Pres and Co-Founder, Orangutan Foundation International ... on orangutans and tropical rainforests. She will be speaking at the Barrick Museum at UNLV at 12:30pm Tuesday. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Singer Richel Kompst Updated: 2009-05-06 12:00:00 Description: Richel Kompst, singer ... on her neurotic mind and how the walleye plays into her performance. Backed by her band, "The Nightcrawlers," she performs her show, "Blame it on the Walleye" at 7pm on Friday May 8 at the Reed Whipple Cultural Center. Conte...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Zhan Okuda-Lim Updated: 2009-05-06 12:00:00 Description: Zahn Okuda-Lim, Pres of the Sophomore Class, Valley HS; Student Rep, State Board of Ed; and, Chair of the Student Advisory Committee, CCSD ... who, along with other Valley HS students, he helped organize a town hall meeting and rally to protest propo...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Lea Salonga Updated: 2009-05-01 12:00:00 Description: Lea Salonga, singer and actress ... on the recognizable voice behind the music of Princess Jasmine in Disney's "Aladdin" as well as Mulan in Disney's "Mulan I and II." She performs at UNLV's Artemus Ham Concert Hall at 8pm on Friday night. Content pr...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Tony Scodwell Big Band Updated: 2009-05-01 12:00:00 Description: Tony Scodwell, trumpet player and band leader ... on why Big Band music is still performed to this day. The band will perform at 2pm on Sunday, May 3rd at the Charleston Heights Arts Center. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Fine Arts Excellence Updated: 2009-05-01 12:00:00 Description: Francisco Menendez, Chair of the Film Dept, UNLV Tim Jones, Prof of Music, UNLV Justin Williams, Adjunct Professor of Landscape Architecture, UNLV ... on their receipt of UNLV's Fine Arts Excellence award. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD The Future of Las Vegas' Art Scene Updated: 2009-04-27 12:00:00 Description: Libby Lumpkin, former Exec Dir, LVAM Dave Hickey, Art Critic, Essayist and Author, Prof of English, UNLV ... on their vision for Las Vegas' art scene, whether they've accomplished it, and what the future holds. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD The Music Man Updated: 2009-04-28 12:00:00 Description: Michael Barakiva, Dir Mimi Quillin, Choreographer Patrick Ryan Sullivan, actor Teri Bibb, actress ... on the Nevada Conservatory Theatre's production of "The Music Man." The play will be performed May 1-10, 2009 at UNLV's Judy Baley Theatre. Content ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD UNLV Symphony Orchestra Updated: 2009-04-28 12:00:00 Description: Taras Krysa, conductor Alex Hayshi, violinist Farah Zolghadr, piccolist ... on their final concert of the season and what it has been like conducting and playing in this orchestra. The concert takes place at the Artemus W. Ham Concert Hall at 7:30pm ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Poet Jay Udall Updated: 2009-04-28 12:00:00 Description: Jay Udall, poet ... talks about his view of conventional religion and his spirituality inspired hikes and camps throughout Nevada and the west. He tells us about his nw book of poetry. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Lou Ruvo Brain Institute Updated: 2009-04-28 12:00:00 Description: Larry Ruvo, Co-Founder, Keep Memory Alive Foundation ... on the Lou Ruvo Brain Institute in downtown Las Vegas, which is devoted to research and treatment of neurological diseases including Alzheimer's, Huntington's and Parkinson's. Hosted by Marshal...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Wonders of the West Updated: 2009-04-28 12:00:00 Description: Brian Wignall, Producer Julie Wignall, Producer ... on the high definition Vegas PBS television series highlighting the wonders of nature found west of the Rocky Mountains. "Wonders of the West" airs every Thursday at 7:30pm and re-airs Saturdays at ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Author David Guterson Updated: 2009-04-20 12:00:00 Description: David Guterson, author ... on his new book, "The Other." He's speaking at Clark County Library on April 26. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Alexandra Berzon Updated: 2009-04-21 12:00:00 Description: Alexandra Berzon, reporter, LV Sun Drex Heikes, Deputy Managing Ed, LV Sun ... on the series on construction deaths that won a Pulitzer Prize for Public Service. Berzon and Heikes Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Author Melanye Price Updated: 2009-04-21 12:00:00 Description: Melanye Price, Prof of Govt, Wesleyan U, and author ... on her new book, "Dreaming Blackness: Black Nationalism and African-American Public Opinion." She will be speaking about the book Thursday evening at 7:30pm at the Barrick Museum Auditorium at U...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Lectures at the Atomic Testing Museum Updated: 2009-04-21 12:00:00 Description: Carson Riland, CSO of the Remote Sensing Laboratory, DOE Dennis Fulkerson, Acting Sr Counterintelligence Officer, DOE ... on their lectures at the Atomic Testing Museum tonight. Riland will present, "Dirty Bombs: What They Are and How We Respond," an...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Margaret Atwood Updated: 2009-04-22 12:00:00 Description: Margaret Atwood, writer ... on why she thinks that there was more to debt than the bottom-line financial considerations most us think of when we hear the word debt. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD James Palombo Updated: 2009-04-22 12:00:00 Description: Jim Palombo, writer Randall Shelden, Prof of Criminal Justice, UNLV ... on what he learned from his experience for doing time for drug crimes and why he thinks America needs to get smart about many things. He will be speaking at UNLV Thursday at 2pm....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Stop and Glow Art Updated: 2009-08-24 12:00:00 Description: Beate Kirmse, Gallery Dir, Contemporary Arts Collective Tina Quigley, Deputy Gen Mgr, RTC So NV Catherine Borg, artist ... on the exhibit that celebrates the launch of eight new ACE transit bus stations and the artwork used for the shelters. The exhi...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD BMI Fellows Updated: 2009-08-24 12:00:00 Description: Robert Rosenberg, novelist and Prof of Creative Writing, Bucknell U Luljeta Lleshanaku, poet Mary Palevsky, author ... on their latest works and their upcoming lecture, "Craft: A Conversation" which takes place at UNLV's Barrick Museum Auditorium Mon...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Neon Composers Updated: 2009-04-07 12:00:00 Description: Virko Baley, Distinguished Prof of Music, UNLV Jorge Grossman, Assist Prof of Music, UNLV ... on a festival of new music taking place this week devoted to "today's" classical music. Five contemporary composers will be highlighted at the concerts and ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Zowie Bowie Updated: 2009-04-07 12:00:00 Description: Marley Taylor, singer Chris Phillips, singer ... on the glitzy, glamerous duo's high voltage sexy sound that packs the dance floor every Friday and Saturday night at the Palms. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Colonel Christopher E. Haave Updated: 2009-04-08 12:00:00 Description: Col Chris Haave, USAF Ret ... on this evening's World Affiars Discussion Group meeting and whether Pres Barack Obama's first trip abroad was a success. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Creech Peace Walk Updated: 2009-04-08 12:00:00 Description: Fr Louis Vitale, Franciscan priest and peace activist Kathy Kelly, Coordinator, Voices for Creative Nonviolence project Jim Haber, Coordinator, Nevada Desert Experience ... on the 2009 Annual 63 mile Sacred Peace Walk from Las Vegas to the Nevada Tes...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD State Senator Joe Heck Updated: 2009-04-09 12:00:00 Description: State Sen Joe Heck, [R-Henderson] ...on his attempt to challenge Gov Jim Gibbons in the 2010 Republican primary. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD The Fire of Tango Updated: 2009-04-09 12:00:00 Description: Oscar Carrescia, Owner, Carrescia's Violin House ...on the risque dance style and music that got its start in the backrooms of Buenos Aires. The Winchester Cultural Center in Las Vegas will host morning and evening performances of Tango music and dan...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Dr Florence Jameson Updated: 2009-04-09 12:00:00 Description: Dr Florence Jameson, MD ... who is trying to establish a free health clinic for low income people. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Suzanne La Rusch Updated: 2009-04-09 12:00:00 Description: Suzanne LaRusch, Lucille Ball impersonator ...on life as a Lucille Ball impersonator and her one-woman show, "An Evening with Lucille Ball" at the Historic Boulder Theatre in Boulder City. The event is a fundraiser for the non-profit Boulder City Ba...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Debbie Reynolds Updated: 2009-04-09 12:00:00 Description: Debbie Reynolds, entertainer ...on her show at the South Point Hotel April 10-12. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Tuan Samahon on the Constitution Updated: 2009-04-09 12:00:00 Description: Tuan Samahon, Prof of Law, UNLV ...on why Nevada should review its constitution to ensure it reflects the evolving needs of citizens. He'll be lecturing on that issue Tuesday night at 7:30pm in the Majorie Barrick Auditorium at UNLV. Content produc...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Mayor Mike Montandon Updated: 2009-04-09 12:00:00 Description: Mike Montandon, Mayor, NLV ...on his plan to challenge Governor Jim Gibbons in the Republican primary for governor in 2010. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Public Art Updated: 2009-04-13 12:00:00 Description: Neil Shigley, sculptor Jon Koehler, sculptor ... on their 20 foot sculpture "Rain Drop" that stands outside the Molasky Corporate Center downtown. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Rep Dina Titus Updated: 2009-04-13 12:00:00 Description: Rep Dina Titus, D-Henderson ... om the economy, wars, international crises and her first three months in DC. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Remembering Felix Viscuglia Updated: 2009-04-14 12:00:00 Description: Felix Viscuglia, Prof of Music, UNLV ... on his memories of working with the legendary composer and conductor Leonard Bernstein as well as Arthur Fiedler of the Boston Pops. He passed away this weekend. Re-broadcast. Content produced by News 88.9 KNP...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD The Goat, or, Who is Sylvia Updated: 2009-04-15 12:00:00 Description: Joe Hammond, Theatre Prof and Theatre Dir, CSN Erica Griffin, Dir, The Goat, or, Who is Sylvia Ken Kucan, "Martin", The Goat, or, Who is Sylvia ... on the controversial play about a family in crisis after a middle-aged architect confesses he's having...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD George McGovern Updated: 2009-04-15 12:00:00 Description: George McGovern, former United States Representative, Senator, and Democratic presidential nominee ... on his new biography about Abraham Lincoln, whom he compares with President Obama. He will be appearing at the Springs Preserve between 2 and 4 pm ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD EVOLUTION Updated: 2009-04-17 12:00:00 Description: Trent Carlini, Elvis impersonator ... on his show, ELVOLUTIONTM, that highlights the King's best moments throughout his multi-decade entertainment career. Carlini performs at the Steve Wyrick Theatre in the Miracle Mile Shops at Plant Hollywood Resor...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Madness of March Updated: 2009-04-07 12:00:00 Description: Alan Jay Zaremba, author ... on his book that gives readers a front-row view of the betting culture that surrounds the frenzied first weekend of the NCAA men's basketball tournament. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD NLV City Council Ward 3 Updated: 2009-03-30 12:00:00 Description: Angelo Carvalho, candidate Michael Little, candidate Anita Wood, candidate Felix Acevedo, Jr, candidate Kimberly McKinney, candidate Jack Kelso, candidate ... on the six candidates running for the North Las Vegas City Council Ward 3 seat currently he...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Nevada Ballet Theatre Updated: 2009-03-31 12:00:00 Description: James Canfield, Artistic Dir, NV Ballet Theatre ... on their upcoming production of "American Masters" which takes place at UNLV's Artemus W. Ham Concert Hall April 10 and 11. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Las Vegas City Council Ward 6 Updated: 2009-03-31 12:00:00 Description: Steve Ross, incumbent Jennifer Taylor, candidate ... on the two candidates vying for a seat on the Las Vegas City Council Ward 6 which covers Northwest Las Vegas and includes Centennial Hills. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Andrew Dice Clay Updated: 2009-04-03 12:00:00 Description: Andrew Dice Clay, comedian ... on his peculiar brand of humor. He is performing through Sunday at the Sugar Cane Live Lounge at Sushi Samba in the Palazzo. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Las Vegas Philharmonic Masterworks IV Updated: 2009-04-03 12:00:00 Description: Maestro David Itkin, Music Dir and Conductor, LV Phil ... on their Masterworks IV performance on Saturday night which will feature sixteen year old violinist Shannon Lee. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Arc Light One Updated: 2009-03-17 12:00:00 Description: Don Harten, Vietnam combat pilot and author... on his harrowing story of surviving a head-on collision between two B-52's in 1965 and being rescued from the China Sea by a seaplane that crashed and sank. Had this mission been flown as planned, the Vi...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD USAF Band of the Golden West Updated: 2009-03-17 12:00:00 Description: Ten members of the ensemble join us to talk about their repetoire which includes light classics, jazz, Dixie and Broadway tunes. The group is composed of a brass quintet of trumpets, French horn, trombone and tuba... and spliced with a sax, guitar, d...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Ventriloquist, Comedian, and Singer Terry Fator Updated: 2009-03-20 12:00:00 Description: Terry Fator, ventriloquist, comedian, and singer... on his singing and impersonating "Cast of Thousands," the "American's Got Talent" winner tells us about his show starting at the Mirage Las Vegas tonight and how his persistence paid off to get his ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD David Holben Faculty Tuba Recital Updated: 2009-03-20 12:00:00 Description: David Holben, Adjunct Prof of Tuba an Euphonium, UNLV... on his mission to change the perception of the tuba as a solo instrument. He will be playing in the recital Friday, March 20 at 7:30pm in the Beam Music Center on the UNLV campus.Content produc...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Verisimo Double Bill Updated: 2009-03-20 12:00:00 Description: Serdar Ilban, Prof of Voice, Music Dept, UNLVKristopher Jordan, singer, UNLV Opera TheatreMahina Johnson, singer, UNLV Opera TheatreTaras Krysa, conductor, UNLV Symphony Orchestra... on their performance of Pietro Mascagni's "Cavalleria Rusticana" an...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD A Night on Broadway Updated: 2009-03-20 12:00:00 Description: Brent Barrett, former star of "Phantom - the Las Vegas Spectacular" and soloistMaestro David Itkin, Dir and Conductor, LV Phil... on the LV Philharmonic's night on Broadway with Brent Barrett, "You and the Night and the Music," Saturday, March 21 at ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD National Parks Documentary Updated: 2009-03-23 12:00:00 Description: Ken Burns, Documentary Filmmaker... on the screening of his latest documentary, "The National Parks: America's Best Idea," Friday March 20 at the Las Vegas Springs Preserve at 6pm. Tickets are sold out.Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Mitzi Stauffer Briggs Updated: 2009-08-24 12:00:00 Description: Mitzi Stauffer Briggs, former owner, Tropicana... on her "bruising Las Vegas thrill ride" during her Tropicana ownership including her unsuspecting affiliation with the mob and subsequent sale of the Tropicana to the Ramada Inn hotel chain. She tells...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Rani Arbo and Daisy Mayhem Updated: 2009-08-24 12:00:00 Description: Rani Arbo , founder and lead singer... on the four piece string band and their eclectic mix of music including country, blues, vintage swing, Appalachian fiddling and world music. They are performing on Saturday at the Historic Fifth Street School.Co...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Dr Mel Pohl Updated: 2009-03-26 12:00:00 Description: Mel Pohl, MD, FASAM, Medical Dir, LV Recovery Ctr, and Clinical Assistant Prof, U of NV School of Medicine... on why Nevada residents consume about twice the national average per-capita of prescription narcotics.Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Herman Matthews and Friends Updated: 2009-03-26 12:00:00 Description: Herman Matthews, drummerRon Mancuso, Entertainment Mgr, Bootlegger Italian Bistro... on where one group of musicians perform when they are not backing up Tom Jones on the strip. Herman Matthews and Friends is set to perform their classic 70s-style fu...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Empowerment Schools Updated: 2009-03-26 12:00:00 Description: Lisa Primas, principal, Paul Cully Elementary School... on what is involved in running one the valley's empowerment schools.Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD North Las Vegas Mayoral Race Updated: 2009-03-27 12:00:00 Description: William Robinson, candidateShari Buck, candidateStephanie Smith, candidateNed Thomas, candidateJohn 3:16 Cook, candidate... on budget shortfalls, possible new casino districts, preservation of the Upper Las Vegas Wash and other issues that face the f...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD City of Henderson Mayoral Race Updated: 0000-00-00 00:00:00 Description: Amanda Cyphers, candidateAndy Hafen, candidateSteve Kirk, candidateMichael Mayberry, candidateRichard Sipan, candidate... on the race to replace Henderson Mayor Jim Gibson.Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD O Gallery Updated: 2009-03-06 12:00:00 Description: Richard MacDonald, sculptor Anja Wyttenbach, performer in "O", Cirque du Soleil ... on the unveiling of MacDonald's new sculptures of "O" performers. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Dehner Franks Updated: 2009-03-10 12:00:00 Description: Dehner Franks, jazz pianist, vocalist, and composer ... on his love of the piano and his performance of jazz classics such as "Aint' Misbehavin'" and the "Jitterbug Waltz" to take place Wednesday, March 11 at 1pm at the Reed Whipple Cultural Center....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD The Paranormal Bender Tour Updated: 2009-03-10 12:00:00 Description: Mario Acevedo, author, Jailbait Zombie (Felix Gomez, Book 4) ... on a night of vamps, werewolves, water witches and zombies presented by a group of five authors who roll up in a vintage Impala. The Paranormal Mindbender Tour takes place at the Clark ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Tom Ridge Updated: 2009-03-11 12:00:00 Description: Tom Ridge, Former Sec of Homeland Security ... on growing security issues that affect both US security and the US and global economies. He will be speaking at the Merchant Risk Council's 7th Annual e-Commerce Payments and Risk Conference at the Wynn ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Muslim Teens Updated: 2009-03-11 12:00:00 Description: Dilara Hafiz, co-author Yasmine Hafiz, co-author ... on the challenges Muslim teens face when trying to live an observant life in the U.S. and in the region. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Author Todd Johnson Updated: 2009-02-20 12:00:00 Description: Todd Johnson, author ... on his first novel, "The Sweet By and By." He speaks Monday night at the Clark County Library on East Flamingo Road at 7pm. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Author David Kennedy Updated: 2009-02-20 12:00:00 Description: David Kennedy, author ... on the how the West is transforming from a place of adventure into a region of enormous growth. We look at the effects of climate change and dwindling water resources on this boom. He will be speaking about "Water in the We...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Freedom Jazz Trio Updated: 2009-02-25 12:00:00 Description: Julian Tanaka, clarinet Justin Peterson, bass Eric Schauer, drums ... on the "impulsively rhythmic and passionately classy sounds" of the Freedom Jazz Trio. They are set to perform Friday night at 7pm at the Reed Whipple Cultural Center as part of...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Senator John Ensign Updated: 2009-02-25 12:00:00 Description: Sen John Ensign, [R-NV] ... on his response to President Obama's address before a joint session of Congress and what those could policies mean for Nevada. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Congresswoman Dina Titus Updated: 2009-02-25 12:00:00 Description: Rep Dina Titus, [D-NV] ... on her response to President Obama's address before a joint session of Congress and what those could policies mean for Nevada. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Ultramarathoning for a Cause Updated: 2009-02-26 12:00:00 Description: Molly Sheridan, ultramarathon runner ... on the woman who will be running in the Marathon des Sables, a six-day, 150-mile run through the Sahara Desert to raise money for Boys Town. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Bruce Woodbury Updated: 2009-02-26 12:00:00 Description: Bruce Woodbury, former Clark County Commissioner ... on his years on the commission and his contributions including the expansion of McCarran Airport, the establishment of the Las Vegas Beltway, and the creation of the Regional Flood Control Distric...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Yucca Mountain Updated: 2009-02-26 12:00:00 Description: Assemblyman Ty Cobb, R-Reno, Dist 26 ... on his push to keep an open dialogue about the Yucca Mountain Nuclear Waste Depository. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Senator Harry Reid Updated: 2009-02-26 12:00:00 Description: Sen Harry Reid, [D-NV] ... on whether Nevada got its fair share of the funds from the stimulus package. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Zen Buddhism Updated: 2009-02-27 12:00:00 Description: Venerable Jian Hu, Abbot, Chung Tai Zen Center of Sunnyvale, CA ... on Zen Buddhism and the series of lectures and Zen meditation he will give this weekend at various locations throughout the Las Vegas Valley. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Organist Douglas Bruce Updated: 2009-03-05 12:00:00 Description: Douglas Bruce, principal organist, St. Franz Zaver Kirche in Munchenstein, Switzerland ... on how this Scottish-born organist ended up playing in Switzerland. He'll be playing at a Choral Evensong at 5:30pm this Sunday evening at All Saints Episcopal...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Caribbean Steel Updated: 2009-02-18 12:00:00 Description: Nico Gutierrez, band leader, steel drummer and percussionist... on their tropical island musical style and performances featuring congas, guitar, keys, vocals, limbo dancers and more. The band is set to perform Friday, Feb 20th at 7:00 pm at the East...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Sin City 67 On the Air Updated: 2009-02-19 12:00:00 Description: Sean Clark, writerJosh Penzell, directorPhoenix Toliver, performer... on the cabaret-style show based on "The Las Vegas Show," a live television program that originated from Las Vegas in 1967. The troupe is set to perform at the Adelaide Fringe Festi...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Duo Majoya Updated: 2009-02-19 12:00:00 Description: Marnie Geesbrekt, keyboardJoachim Segger, keyboard... on the duet Canadian keyboard couple and their eclectic and innovative concert programs which span original and commissioned works to transcriptions and jazz. They are set to perform Friday, Feb 2...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Author Russell Banks Updated: 2009-02-19 12:00:00 Description: Russell Banks, author... on his book, part love story, part murder mystery and set on the cusp of World War II, that raises questions about class, politics, art, love, and madness.Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Congresswoman Dina Titus Updated: 2009-09-05 00:00:00 Description: Rep Dina Titus, D-Henderson... on the recently passed economic recovery bill, Obama's proposed mortgage plan and her first few months in office.Rep Dina TitusContent produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD A Perfect Time for Tomorrow Updated: 2009-02-17 12:00:00 Description: Robert Fielden, architect and urban planner, RAFI ... argues that as home prices continue to fall, local businesses continue to lay off workers, and gaming revenue continues to decline, city and county leaders should use this as an opportunity to ad...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Diary of Anne Frank Updated: 2009-02-10 12:00:00 Description: Robert Brewer, Artistic Dir, Nevada Conservatory Theatre and Dir, Diary of Anne Frank Ellen Grossman, Volunteer and Community Outreach Coordinator, JFSA Danielle Pokroy, Program Mgr, JFSA ... UNLV's Nevada Conservatory Theatre's production of Wend...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Lori Lipman Brown Updated: 2009-02-10 12:00:00 Description: Lori Lipman Brown, Founding Dir Emeritus, Secular Coalition of America ... on her work to protect the rights of athiests, humanists, agnostics and freethinkers. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Lem Banker Updated: 2009-02-12 12:00:00 Description: Lem Banker, professional sports bettor ... with memories of the colorful characters who decorated Las Vegas' not so distant past. Guest-host, John L Smith. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD New Media and Religion Updated: 2009-02-12 12:00:00 Description: Heidi Campbell, Professor of Communications, Texas A and M ... on the role of the Internet in religious conversation and debate. Campbell will be participating in the "Virtual Worlds and Interpretive Communities: Opportunities for Global Dialogue" c...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD The Traditional Arabic Music Ensemble Updated: 2009-02-12 12:00:00 Description: Bishr Hijazi, musician "oud" Ahmed Mostafa, musician "ney" Charbel Azzi, musician "goblet drum" ... on the rich sounds of traditional Arab music. The Traditional Arabic Music Ensemble will be performing at the Winchester Cultural Center Feb 15 at ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Wrath James White Updated: 2009-08-13 12:00:00 Description: Wrath James White, author ... talks to us about his horror novel, "Succulent Prey," which seeks to answer the questions: Could serial killers be the victims of a communicable disease? Could it be the same virus that spawned the vampire and werewolf ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD LV Philharmonic's Masterworks III Concert Updated: 2009-08-13 12:00:00 Description: Maestro David Itkin, Dir and Conductor, LV Phil Zuill Bailey, cellist ... on the latest in the LV Philharmonic's Masterworks III Series - the "All-Tchaikovsky Concert." The performance will take place Sat, Feb 14, 2009 at 8:00 pm at UNLV's Artemus ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD UT Shakespearean Festival's Education Tour Updated: 2009-02-09 12:00:00 Description: Gary B Sessa, Secondary Fine Arts Project Facilitator, CCSD Sarah Carlson-Brown, "Viola," Twelfth Night Brian Frederick, "Orsino" and "Fabian," Twelfth Night ... on the group of eleven actors and crew members who will put on performances of the "T...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Christopher Kenny Updated: 2009-02-05 12:00:00 Description: Christopher "Edie" Kenney, performer ... who plays Edie, the Mistress of Sensuality, in ZUMANITYTM a character he created for himself years ago. ZUMANITY is currently playing at New York New York Hotel and Casino. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD A Legacy of Building Peace Updated: 2009-02-06 12:00:00 Description: Lawrence Carter, PhD, Dean, Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel, Morehouse College, and Creator and Curator, Gandhi, King, Ikeda: A Legacy of Building Peace exhibit ... on the exhibit designed to celebrate the ideologies of global peace, non...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Paul Hesselink Updated: 2009-02-06 12:00:00 Description: Paul Hesselink, Organist and Reg Coord, Grand Canyon District, American Guild of Organists ... on his perfomance of a new composition by long-time Las Vegan, the late Don Hannah. Hesselink will be performing this piece in a recital at UNLV's Doc Ran...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Nevada Ballet Theatre Updated: 2009-02-03 12:00:00 Description: James Canfield, Artistic Dir, NV Ballet Sandra Jennings, Balanchine Trust Repetiteur ... on the Nevada Ballet Theatre's upcoming program dedicated to the work of the great Russian choreographer George Ballanchine. The performances will take place t...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Howard Skolnik Updated: 2009-02-04 12:00:00 Description: Howard Skolnik, Dir, NV Dept of Corrections ... on the challenges his agency faces in these tough budgetary times. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Comedian George Wallace Updated: 2009-02-04 12:00:00 Description: George Wallace, Comedian ... on his five years on the strip, and the future of comedy in tight economic times. Wallace performs at the Flamingo Las Vegas at 10pm, Tues through Sat. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Dating the Younger Man Updated: 2009-01-28 12:00:00 Description: Cyndi Targosz, author ... on her thoughts on age and dating. She will be signing copies of her book tonight at 7pm at the Borders at Town Square. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Violinist Joshua Bell Updated: 2009-01-28 12:00:00 Description: Joshua Bell, violinist ... described by the Boston Herald as "the best violinist active today," he tells us about his recent accomplishments. He is set to perform tomorrow night at UNLV's Artemus Ham Concert Hall. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD National Cowboy Poetry Gathering Updated: 2009-01-29 12:00:00 Description: Adam Burke, Independent Producer, NPR's Day to Day ... on the yearly festival organized by the Western Folk Life Center where cowboys recite their tales of long rides and lonely cattle drives. 2009 is the 25th year the festival has celebrated life o...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Las Vegas City Manager Updated: 2009-01-29 12:00:00 Description: Betsy Fretwell, LV City Manager ... on the budget and other issues facing the City of Las Vegas. Betsy Fretwell also serves as Vice Chair of the Nevada Public Radio Board of Directors. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Mardi Gras Mambo Updated: 2009-01-29 12:00:00 Description: Gary Queen, guitar David "MoJo" Poe, clarinet Bill Bailey, bass ... about their style of New Orleans Dixieland jazz music. They are set to perform this Friday night at the Reed Whipple Cultural Center at 7pm. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Freshmen Assemblymen Spiegel and Hambrick Updated: 2009-01-29 12:00:00 Description: Assemblywoman Ellen Spiegel, D-Las Vegas, Dist 21 Assemblyman John Hambrick, R-Las Vegas, Dist 2 ... on their challenges as freshmen state legislators and their plans for when the legislature convenes on Feb 2. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Cowboy Poetry Part II Updated: 2009-01-30 12:00:00 Description: Adam Burke, Independent Producer, NPR's Day to Day ... with more poetry from the range. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Guy Rocha Updated: 2009-01-30 12:00:00 Description: Guy Rocha, NV State Archivist ... who says NV's old mining towns were the first things that intrigued him about NV history. He is set to retire Feb 2nd. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Young Men's Conference Updated: 2009-01-30 12:00:00 Description: Kamechia Coltrain, Myles Coltrain's mother Myles Coltrain, 14, Organizer Mujahid Ramadan, Facilitator, Chair of Southern NV Workforce Investment Board, and owner, MR Consulting Walter Mason, Pres, NAACP ... on the conference developed to help you...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD The Exciting Adventures of Boo Updated: 2009-01-26 12:00:00 Description: Maneeka Ward, author William Garbacz, illustrator ... on how the sixteen year-old author got the idea for a book about a young puppy who learns many of life's lessons. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Nuclear Express Updated: 2009-01-27 12:00:00 Description: The Honorable Thomas Reed, Sec of the Air Force (Retired) ... on why he predicts we're headed for disaster with so many small aggressive states now in possession of nuclear weapons. He will discuss his new book at the Atomic Testing Museum tonight at...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Robert Reich on the Stimulus Plan Updated: 2009-01-27 12:00:00 Description: Robert Reich, Prof of Public Policy, UC Berkeley, and Former US Sec of Labor ... on the proposed $825 billion economic stimulus plan and his concept of Supercapitalism in light of the recession. He's set to speak Thursday morning at UNLV's Thomas an...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD 2009 LV Zagat Survey Updated: 2009-01-19 12:00:00 Description: Tim Zagat, CEO, ZAGAT Survey ... on their annual travel guide that takes a look at the best of what Las Vegas has to offer including the best hotels, spas, restaurants or golf courses. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Dangerous Dance with Evil Updated: 2009-01-21 12:00:00 Description: Bob Hamer, author, The Last Undercover: The True Story of an FBI Agent's Dangerous Dance with Evil ... on his new book about his life as an FBI agent and how he juggled his many undercover identities. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art Updated: 2009-01-22 12:00:00 Description: Tarissa Tiberti, Dir, Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art Michele C Quinn, Curatorial Advisor, MGM MIRAGE Tarissa Tiberti, The David C. Copley Dir, Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego ... on the latest art exhibit at the Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art, "Cl...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Mariachi Nuevo de Las Vegas Updated: 2009-01-22 12:00:00 Description: Daniel Gonzales, teacher, JD Smith Middle School Chris Gigueroa, teacher, El Dorado High School Michael Sital, teacher, KO Knudson Middle School Noe Ramos, teacher, Valley High School Thomas Garibay, teacher, JD Smith Middle School Yvette Sital,...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD What Obama Means for the Country Updated: 2009-01-23 12:00:00 Description: Jabari Asim, columnist, Washington Post, and author, What Obama Means: ...for Our Culture, Our Politics, Our Future ... on his latest book and the long social, cultural and political road this country traveled before Americans were prepared to elect...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD LV Wind Quintet Updated: 2009-01-15 12:00:00 Description: Dave Hawley, clarinet Sherrie Parker, flute Mika Brunson, oboe ... about their music and their next free concert this Saturday afternoon at 2pm at the Charleston Heights Arts Center. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Jimmy Chagra Updated: 2009-01-15 12:00:00 Description: Jack Sheehan, freelance journalist, author and filmmaker ... on the life of the late-drug kingpin and LV highr-ller Jimmy Chagra, who ordered the killing of a federal judge. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Mr Playboy: Hugh Hefner and the American Dream Updated: 2009-01-09 12:00:00 Description: Steven Watts, Prof of History, U of Missouri, and author, Mr Playboy: Hugh Hefner and the American Dream ... on his book and this theory of the pleasure principle that still drives the Las Vegas tourist industry. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD The Hot Club of LV Updated: 2009-01-12 12:00:00 Description: Mundo Juillerat, guitarist and founder, The Hot Club of LV Carol Linnea Johnson, former performer, Momma Mia! and lead singer, The Hot Club of LV ... on their gypsy jazz style, an acoustic style of music that combines elements of swing and flamenco...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD The Foreclosure of America Updated: 2009-01-13 12:00:00 Description: Adam Michaelson, former Home Loans Exec, Countrywide ... on his book about his company's role in the sub-prime crisis and why he feels Countrywide has been treated unfairly by the news media.. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Author Stephen Younger Updated: 2009-01-06 12:00:00 Description: Stephen Younger, Pres, NSTEC, The Bomb: A New History. ... on the nuclear proliferation and the practicality of using nuclear weapons in the 21st century. Younger will speak about his book tonight at the Atomic Testing Museum to kick off the 2009 Di...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD CES 2009 Updated: 2009-01-06 12:00:00 Description: Mario Armstrong, Tech Correspondent, NPR and Host and Co-producer, "The Digital Spin" ... on the Consumer Electronics Show that opens later this week in Las Vegas and the lastest and greatest gizmos soon to be on the market. Content produced by News...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Commissioner Rory Reid Updated: 2009-01-06 12:00:00 Description: Rory Reid, Clark County Commission Chair ... on the current issues facing Clark County, how the county can pay for existing services and what's likely to be cut. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Treasure Island Sale Updated: 2008-12-15 12:00:00 Description: Jim Murren, President and CFO, MGM Mirage ... on the MGM Mirage's deal to sell Treasure Island. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Uncommon Encounters in the Wild Updated: 2008-12-16 12:00:00 Description: Craig Childs, Adventurer, Author and Contributor, NPR ... on his explorations of the natural side of this region including staring down mountain lions and watching some pretty prickly customers in some really strange positions. Content produced by ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD The Arts and the Economic Downturn Updated: 2008-12-18 12:00:00 Description: Libby Lumpkin, Former Exec Dir, LVAM ... on her surprise move to resign as executive director of the LVAM and how the economic downturn is affecting arts in the valley. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Rogers Suggests Lottery Updated: 2008-12-18 12:00:00 Description: Jim Rogers, NV Higher Education Chancellor ... on his continuing efforts to increase the state's revenue and prevent cuts from happening with his latest push for a state lottery. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Hanukkah Music Updated: 2008-12-18 12:00:00 Description: Cantor Marla Goldberg, Temple Sinai ... on the its ancient and modern melodies how this minor Jewish holiday has gained prominence in modern times. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Phil Ruffin's Treasure Island Purchase Updated: 2008-12-18 12:00:00 Description: Phil Ruffin, Buyer, Treasure Island Hotel and Casino ... on his announcement that he was buying MGM Mirage's Treasure Island Hotel and Casino for $775 million. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Teen Idol to Las Vegas Luminary Updated: 2008-12-19 12:00:00 Description: Paul Anka, singer, song writer, music producer and actor ... on his rise from relative obscurity to instant celebrity with his first big hit, "Diana." He elaborates on his 50 year career and the connection with his audience which spans generations. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Actress Terry Moore Updated: 2008-12-26 12:00:00 Description: Terry Moore, Oscar-nominated actress, Howard Hughes spouse and Playboy Model ... on her colorful movie career and life including dancing with Fred Astaire, hanging out with James Dean, and marriage to billionaire industrialist Howard Hughes. Encore b...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD LV Philharmonic's Christmas Concert Updated: 2008-12-25 12:00:00 Description: Maestro David Itkin, Dir and Conductor, LV Phil ... on LV Philharmonic's Christmas concert series, "A Christmas Celebration." Encore presentation. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Lawrence Junior High School Choir Updated: 2008-12-25 12:00:00 Description: Mary Martini, Dist Engineer, NDOT Connie Beisner, Choir Director ... on their recent invitationto sing with the David Benoit Quartet in a Charlie Brown Christmas. The choir came into our studio to perform and talk about playing Artemus Ham Hall. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Musician Todd Rundgren Updated: 2008-12-24 12:00:00 Description: Todd Rundgren, musician and music producer ... on his five member Beatles tribute group. Encore broadcast. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Musician-Songwriter Don McLean Updated: 2008-12-24 12:00:00 Description: Don McLean, singer-songwriter ... on what influenced his musical style and provided inspiration for such iconic rock standards as "American Pie" and "Vincent." McLean is set to perform tonight at Texas Station. Encore broadcast. Content produced by N...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Bishop Jefferts Schori Updated: 2008-12-24 12:00:00 Description: Most Rev Dr Katharine Jefferts Schori, Presiding Bishop, US Episcopal Church ... on the on-going tension in the church over the election of an openly gay bishop and her views on the future of religion in this country. Jefferts Schori was Bishop of t...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Poet Luljeta Lleshanaku Updated: 2008-12-23 12:00:00 Description: Luljeta Lleshanaku, Albanian Poet and Fellow, UNLV's Black Mountain Inst ... on a selection of her work which is available in English in a volume entitled, "Fresco." While in Las Vegas, she is working on a collection of essays on modern American cul...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Singer Sonia Rutstein Updated: 2008-12-22 12:00:00 Description: Sonia Rutstein, singer, Disappear Fear ... on her music and her connection to Daniel Pearl who was beheaded in Karachi Pakistan in 2002. His friends and family organized the Fodfest, an annual tour of musicians to honor Pearl's memory and to promote...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD John Michael Stuart Updated: 2008-12-22 12:00:00 Description: John Michael Stuart, author, Perfect Circles ... on his book in which he shares his philosophy borne of the challenges he faced because of his disability. He'll be signing copies of his book "Perfect Circles" at the Canvass Cafe on Silverado Bouleva...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Dr Bobby John Updated: 2008-12-08 12:00:00 Description: Dr Bobby John, Pres, Global Health Advocates ... on the international push to eradicate tuberculosis and malaria while working to limit the spread of HIV-AIDS. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD The World Without Us Updated: 2008-12-01 12:00:00 Description: Alan Weisman, author and journalist ... on what the planet earth look like without human beings. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Tony Curtis Updated: 2008-12-02 12:00:00 Description: Tony Curtis, actor ... on his new book "American Prince: A Memoir" released in October and his experiences growing up and in Hollywood. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Jews in Nevada Updated: 2008-12-03 12:00:00 Description: John Marschall, Professor Emeritus of history, UNR ... on the history of the Jews in Nevada from the first Jew to pass through the Las Vegas Valley as a member of John C Fremont's expedition, to the large synagogues and Jewish organizations that pop...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Christmas Organ Music Recital Updated: 2008-12-04 12:00:00 Description: Carla Swift, organist Jan Bigler, organist Dorothy Young Riess, organist ... on their musical selections this Sunday night at the Southern NV Chapter of the American Guild of Organists' annual Advent-Christmas recital at 7:30pm at Doc Rando Hall. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Shadows at Dawn Updated: 2008-12-04 12:00:00 Description: Karl Jacoby, Author, and Assoc Prof of History, Brown U ... on his groundbreaking exploration of one of the worst Indian massacres in American history, illuminating the clash of American, Mexican, and tribal cultures in the southwestern borderlands....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Zane Grey Biography Updated: 2008-11-19 12:00:00 Description: Candace Kant, Historian, CSN and author, Dolly And Zane Grey: Letters From A Marriage (Western Literature Series) ... on her book about the unusual marriage between western novelist Zane Grey and his wife Dollie. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Atomic Fragments, A Daughter's Questions Updated: 2008-11-19 12:00:00 Description: Mary Palevsky, oral historian, Fellow, UNLV's Black Mtn Inst, and author, Atomic Fragments: A Daughter's Questions ... on her book based upon her personal observations and research of her parents' and other nuclear scientists' work on nuclear project...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Cheech and Chong. Updated: 2008-11-20 12:00:00 Description: Cheech Marin, comedian Tommy Chong, comedian ... on the first performance in twenty years by this classic stoner comedy duo. They're set to be roasted tomorrow at the Comedy Festival at Caesars Palace. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Kwame Anthony Appiah Updated: 2008-11-20 12:00:00 Description: Dr Kwame Anthony Appiah, Professor Of Philosophy, Princeton ... on why he objects to a concept of race that many African American intellectuals had embraced. He'll be speaking at tonight in Doc Rando Hall on the UNLV campus at 7pm. Content produced b...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Gustavo Arellano Updated: 2008-11-20 12:00:00 Description: Gustavo Arellano, columnist, Orange County Weekly ... on his new book which tells the story of Areallano's family history and assimilation to the American culture. He is speaking and signing copies of his new book tonight at the East Las Vegas Commun...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Sen Steven Horsford Updated: 2008-11-20 12:00:00 Description: NV Sen Maj Leader Steven Horsford, D-Las Vegas ... on the budget problems facing the state. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Phillip Fortenberry Updated: 2008-11-24 12:00:00 Description: Phillip Fortenberry, Assoc Music Director , "Jersey Boys," and performer, Liberace Museum ... on his 25 years on Broadway and how a boy from small town Mississippi had made his career on the Great White Way, eventually to move to Las Vegas to perform...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Life in the Mob Updated: 2008-11-24 12:00:00 Description: Frank Cullotta, Former Mob Associate ... on his life spanning his early days as a thug on the streets of Chicago, and later joining Tony Spilotro's gang of lawbreakers in Las Vegas to eventually turning in his friends as a government witness. Conten...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Cancer on $5 a Day* *(chemo not included) Updated: 2008-11-25 12:00:00 Description: Robert Schimmel, comedian and author ... who was diagnosed with cancer in 2000. Schimmel used humor to help get him through the chemotherapy treatments. Encore Broadcast. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Barbara Walters Updated: 2008-11-25 12:00:00 Description: Barbara Walters, journalist ... joins us to discuss her new autobiography: Audition: A Memoir. Encore broadcast. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Chefs Talk Thanksgiving Updated: 2008-11-26 12:00:00 Description: Paul Bartolotta, Chef, Bartolotta, Ristorante di Mare at Wynn Las Vegas Adam Bruce, Chef, Four Seasons Hotel, and instructor, Le Cordon Bleu Las Vegas David Robins, Managing Partner of Operations and Corporate Chef, Wolfgang Puck's Fine Dining Group ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Chef Rick Moonen Updated: 2008-11-26 12:00:00 Description: Rick Moonen, Chef, Rick Moonen's RM Seafood at Mandalay Bay, and author, Fish Without a Doubt: The Cook's Essential Companion ... on holiday food, sustainable seafood and his new cookbook. Hosted by Flo Rogers. There's more from Rick Moonen in our c...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Paula Poundstone Updated: 2008-11-27 12:00:00 Description: Paula Poundstone, Comedian and Author ... on comedy, stand-up and her book. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Windy City Updated: 2008-11-27 12:00:00 Description: Scott Simon, Host, NPR's Weekend Edition and Author, Windy City: A Novel of Politics ... on his story of murder, greed, sex and politics all set in Chicago, but could easily have been transported to Las Vegas. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD MOSAIC Updated: 2008-11-27 12:00:00 Description: Josh Huslig, founder, MOSAIC Sean Gerrity, singer, MOSAIC Heath Burgett, singer, MOSAIC Troy Dolendo, singer, MOSAIC John Gibson, singer, MOSAIC Corwyn Hodge, singer, MOSAIC ... on the local a cappella group that was opening for George Wallace at the...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Kids in the Hall Updated: 2008-11-28 12:00:00 Description: Dave Foley, cast member Bruce McCulloch, cast member Kevin McDonald, cast member Mark McKinney, cast member Scott Thompson, cast member ... on the watershed sketch comedy troupe of the 90's who are returning to their live-performance roots for a majo...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Once Upon A Quinceanera Updated: 2008-11-28 12:00:00 Description: Julia Alvarez, author, Once Upon a Quinceanera: Coming of Age in the USA ... on rite of passage for 15 year old Latinas and the challenges they face in our culture. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Weird Las Vegas and Nevada Updated: 2008-11-28 12:00:00 Description: Tim Cridland, co-author and tourguide, Haunted Vegas Tours Joe Oesterle, co-author and award-winning illustrator, National Lampoon ... on where to find ghosts and other roadside oddities right here in Sin City. Encore Broadcast. Content prod...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Pahrump Film Festival Updated: 2008-11-06 12:00:00 Description: Tony Mendoza, festival organizer Keith Mosher, filmmaker ... on the 3rd Annual "High Desert Shorts International Film Festival" that will take place in Pahrump from November 6th through 8th. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Choreographers' Showcase Updated: 2008-11-06 12:00:00 Description: Beth Barbre, CEO and Exec Dir, NV Ballet Theatre Jared Hunt, soloist, NV Ballet Theatre Karen Gay, Global Citizenship Dir, Cirque du Soleil Khetanya Henderson, "Lady Madonna", Cirque du Soleil's LOVE, and choreographer, Choreographers' Showcase ....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Author Neil Gaiman Updated: 2008-11-06 12:00:00 Description: Neil Gaiman, author ... on his most recent book, a novel for older children, The Graveyard Book. He's set to deliver the keynote address tonight at the opening session of the Vegas Valley Book Festival. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Comic book historian David Hajdu Updated: 2008-11-07 12:00:00 Description: David Hajdu, author ... on his new book which chronicles the of the rise and fall of the original graphic novels. He'll be speaking at the Vegas Valley Book Festival on Saturday at the Clark County Library on East Flamingo Road at 2 pm. Content produ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Author Michael Chabon Updated: 2008-11-07 12:00:00 Description: Michael Chabon, Pulizter Prize winning novelist ... on his latest novel about detective Meyer Landsman in the alternative present day reality of the real city of Sitka, on the Panhandle of Alaska. Chabon is set to be the keynote speaker at the Vegas ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Karl Herz - Kristallnacht Updated: 2008-11-11 12:00:00 Description: Karl Herz, Holocaust survivor, poet and Environmental Health Specialist, SNHD ... on the series of poems he wrote about his Holocaust experience. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD H. Lee Barnes Updated: 2008-11-11 12:00:00 Description: Prof H. Lee Barnes, English and creative writing, CSN, author, and former Green Beret and Vietnam War veteran ... on how his war experience has inspired him to write two short story collections. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Female Veterans Updated: 2008-11-11 12:00:00 Description: Carole Turner, Vietnam War veteran and Deputy Exec Dir, Nevada's Office of Veteran Services Debra Cole, Iraq War veteran and Treasurer, Student Veterans Organization, UNLV Sharon Dixon, Iraq War veteran ... on what it's like for women to serve in the...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Nevada Supreme Court, Seat B Updated: 2008-10-28 12:00:00 Description: Attorney Kris Pickering, candidate Washoe County Family Court Judge Deborah Schumacher, candidate ... on the race for vacant Seat B on the Nevada Supreme Court to succeed retiring Chief Justice Bill Maupin. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Nevada State Assembly, District 12 Updated: 2008-10-29 12:00:00 Description: Assemblyman James Ohrenschall, [D-Las Vegas], incumbent ... on the race for the district that covers a narrow stretch of east central Las Vegas, bordered by Charleston on the north, Sahara on the south, 15th Street on the west and Sunrise Mountain o...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Former Mobster Henry Hill Updated: 2008-10-29 12:00:00 Description: Henry Hill, former mobster and government witness ... on his turbulent life as a mobster in NY City in the 1960's and 70's and his repeated run-ins with the law ever since. He will be speaking at 6pm tonight at the Cheesecake and Crime Mystery Books...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD CCSD, Seat A Updated: 2008-10-29 12:00:00 Description: Assoc Superintendent Edward Goldman, candidate PTA Volunteer Deanna Wright, candidate ... on the race for CCSD seat A and how they plan to deal with the budget issues as soon as they take office. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Lonnie Hammargren Updated: 2008-10-30 12:00:00 Description: Dr Lonnie Hammargren , Chair, Vets for Freedom ... about his annual open house and his love for collecting unusual Nevada relics. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Sen John Ensign on the Election Updated: 2008-10-30 12:00:00 Description: Sen John Ensign, [R-NV] ... on why he remains confident that Republican Presidential candidate John McCain will win Nevada's five electoral votes. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD UNLV Community Concert Band Updated: 2008-11-03 12:00:00 Description: Tony LaBounty, Dir Bill Stalnaker, Clarinetist Bill Carpi, Saxophonist ... on the band that was formed 20 years ago to allow locals and music students to play together. The Concert Band will be performing its Fall Concert at Artemus Ham Hall on th...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Nevada State Assembly, District 29 Updated: 2008-10-27 12:00:00 Description: Sean Fellows, R-Henderson, candidate ... who is running to replace Democrat Susan Gerhardt, who announced earlier this year she wouldn't run for re-election for Henderson's state Assembly district 29. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD 80's Pop Sensation Gino Vannelli Updated: 2008-10-27 12:00:00 Description: Gino Vannelli, singer and songwriter ... on the smooth sounds of the 70s and 80s pop icon. He will be performing at the Las Vegas Hilton on Nov ninth. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Barack Obama Speaks at Bonanza High Updated: 2008-10-27 12:00:00 Description: Sen Barack Obama, [D-IL], presidential candidate ... on water, growth and the Southwest. We also hear some of the sounds of Obama's Saturday rally at Bonanza High School School. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Organist Felix Hell Updated: 2008-10-23 12:00:00 Description: Felix Hell, organist ... who will be speaking from the stage of Doc Rando Hall at UNLV. He will be demonstrating the organ today at 4pm and giving a recital tomorrow at 7:30pm which will include the music of Bach, Mendelson and Cesar Franck. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Tom Schiff Exhibit Updated: 2008-10-23 12:00:00 Description: Thomas Schiff, photographer ... on his collection of panoramic photographs of Las Vegas which are on display in the newest exhibit at the Las Vegas Art Museum. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD State Senate District 5 Updated: 2008-10-23 12:00:00 Description: State Sen Joe Heck, R-Henderson, incumbent ... on why he is more qualifed than Shirley Breeden to fill the seat in the state's Fifth Senate District. His Democratic opponent, Shirley Breeden, chose not to join the conversation. Content produced by N...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Sen Majority Leader Harry Reid Updated: 2008-10-23 12:00:00 Description: Sen Majority Leader Harry Reid, D-NV ... on the direction the presidential campaign is heading. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD A Dog Story Updated: 2008-10-24 12:00:00 Description: John Grogan, author ... on his story about how his dog helped change his life. Grogan will appear in Henderson this weekend as part of the city's annual "One Book Henderson" festival. He'll appear at 1pm on Sunday at the Henderson Pavillion. The eve...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Nevada State Assembly, District 5 Updated: 2008-10-24 12:00:00 Description: Community Activist Donna Toussaint, R-Las Vegas, candidate Textbook Salesperson and Former Teacher Marilyn Dondero, D-Las Vegas, candidate ... on the race to replace three-term Republican incumbent Valerie Weber in the district which covers a part ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD County Commission A Updated: 2008-10-24 12:00:00 Description: Regent and Business Owner Steve Sisolak, D-Las Vegas, candidate Business Owner Brian Scroggins, R-Las Vegas, candidate ... on the race to replace Bruce Woodbury in the district which covers the southeast and eastern parts of the county. Cont...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Amen Corner Updated: 2008-10-22 12:00:00 Description: Walter Mason, Dir and Founder, Ira Aldridge Theater Company Lanyard Williams, actor, "Luke" Keith Dillard, actor, "David" ... on the upcoming production of James Baldwin's 1965 play, "The Amen Corner," which explores the damaged relationship betwe...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Las Vegas' Michelin Guide, Year Two Updated: 2008-10-22 12:00:00 Description: Jean-Luc Naret, Global Dir, Michelin Guide ... on what does having a Michelin guide to Las Vegas say about the city as a destination for world class dining and hotels. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD School Board Seat C Updated: 2008-10-22 12:00:00 Description: Retired Principal Ronan Matthew, candidate Dir of Equity and Diversity Education Linda Young, candidate ... on the race for the seat that covers much of central Las Vegas, including downtown Las Vegas. They're running to replace Shirley Barber, who...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Nevada State Assembly, District 4 Updated: 2008-10-22 12:00:00 Description: Retired FBI Agent Richard McArthur, R-Las Vegas, candidate Retired Coach and School Teacher Craig Ballew, D-Las Vegas, candidate ... on the race for the Summerlin-based State Assembly seat currently held by Francis Allen, who lost in the Republican...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Philharmonic Pops Concert Updated: 2008-10-10 12:00:00 Description: Maestro David Itkin, Dir and Conductor, LV Philharmonic Byron Stripling, trumpet virtuoso and Artistic Dir and Conductor, Columbus Jazz Orchestra ... on the Las Vegas Philharmonic's first ever Pops concert, together with Byron Stripling, which cele...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD The Economy and Bill Richardson Updated: 2008-10-10 12:00:00 Description: Ian Mylchreest, Producer, KNPR Dr Bernard Malamud, economics, UNLV Gov Bill Richardson, NM ... on the latest from the world of business and whether the region's commercial real estate market is in trouble. Bill Richardson was in town to talk to lo...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Nevada Ballet Season Updated: 2008-10-13 12:00:00 Description: Clarice Geissel-Rathers, Ballet Mistress Rebecca Brimhall, dancer and soloist Grigori Arakelyan, dancer and soloist ... about the opening of the Nevada Ballet's 2008/2009 season and their first production of Giselle, a story that follows an ill-fa...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Lilly Ledbetter Updated: 2008-10-14 12:00:00 Description: Lilly Ledbetter, former Goodyear Tire Employee ... on her discrimination lawsuit, claiming she'd been paid less than her male colleagues at Goodyear Tire and the Supreme Court's decision that she hadn't filed the suit in the 180 day time limit requi...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD One Thousand Must-See Films Updated: 2008-10-14 12:00:00 Description: David Thomson , film critic and author, "Have You Seen . . . ?": A Personal Introduction to 1,000 Films ... on how he selected the list of movies people should see for his comprehensive yet personal list of 1,000 must-see films. Hosted by KNPR Produ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD School Board Seat B Updated: 2008-10-14 12:00:00 Description: Ron Taylor, teacher, coach and former card dealer Chris Garvey, dental hygienist ... on the race for a seat on CCSD Board of Trustees to represent the district that includes portions of North Las Vegas, as well as Mesquite and the Moapa Valley. Con...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Nevada State Assembly, District 21 Updated: 2008-10-15 12:00:00 Description: Revenue Manager Jon Ozark, R-Henderson, candidate Small Business Owner and Community Activist Ellen Spiegel, D-Henderson, candidate ... on the race for District 21, which encompasses northwest Henderson, roughly sided by Eastern on the west, Warm S...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Nevada State Assembly, District 13 Updated: 2008-10-15 12:00:00 Description: Assemblyman Chad Christensen, R-Las Vegas, incumbent CFE and CPA Andrew Martin, D-Las Vegas, challenger ... on the race for one of the largest districts in the county. It covers part of the far western metro area, and then extends west to the Calif...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Dracula - A New Musical Updated: 2008-10-16 12:00:00 Description: Ian Jon Bourg, Dracula Carmen Yurich, Dir Richard Oberacker, Composer, Co-lyricist, Co-author and Conductor Bruce Ewing, Dr. John Seward ... on the musical telling of the classic Bram Stoker novel, Dracula which will play at CSN's Nicholas J. Hor...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Author Joyce Carol Oates Updated: 2008-10-16 12:00:00 Description: Joyce Carol Oates, author, My Sister, My Love: The Intimate Story of Skyler Rampike ... on her thinly fictionalized account of the death of JonBenet Ramsey. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Nevada State Assembly, District 2 Updated: 2008-10-16 12:00:00 Description: Former Clark County GOP Chair John Hambrick, R-Las Vegas, candidate ... on the the race for state Assembly District 2, which encompasses part of far western Las Vegas south of the Summerlin Parkway. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Cheech and Chong Updated: 2008-10-17 12:00:00 Description: Cheech Marin, comedian Tommy Chong, comedian ... on their first performance in twenty years by this classic stoner comedy duo. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Former Sec of State Madeline Albright Updated: 2008-10-17 12:00:00 Description: Madeleine Albright, former Secretary of State ... on her latest book on her advice to the next president about our current foreign policy situation. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Nevada State Assembly, District 21 Updated: 2008-10-17 12:00:00 Description: State Sen Bob Beers, R-Las Vegas, incumbent ... who's facing a tough challenge from Democrat Allison Copening in his race for re-election to the Summerlin-based seat. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD County Commission C Updated: 2008-10-17 12:00:00 Description: Las Vegas City Council Member Larry Brown, D-Las Vegas, candidate State Assembly Member Valerie Weber, R-Las Vegas, candidate ... on the race to replace Chip Maxfield in the Northwest Las Vegas county commission seat. Content produced by New...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Congressional District 2 Updated: 2008-10-21 12:00:00 Description: Local Businessman Kenneth Wegner, [R-Las Vegas], Challenger ... who's running to replace Democrat Shelley Berkley in Congressional District 1, which covers nearly the entire state, excluding parts of Clark County. Content produced by News 88....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Congressional District 1 Updated: 2008-10-21 12:00:00 Description: Chair of the NV Dem Party Jill Derby, [D-Reno], Challenger ... who's running to replace Republican Dean Heller in the Reno-based second Congressional District, which covers nearly the entire state except for the Las Vegas metro area. Content produce...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Poet Laureate Charles Simick Updated: 2008-10-21 12:00:00 Description: Charles Simick, US Poet Laureate ... on how his migration to the US from post-World War II Servia shaped his poetry, which uses humor and flashes of the macabre. He will be speaking Tuesday at 7pm at the UNLV Student Union Theater. Content produced ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Congressional District C Updated: 2008-10-21 12:00:00 Description: State Sen Dina Titus, D-Las Vegas, challenger ... who is running for the seat currently held by Republican Jon Porter. The district covers a large "y-shaped" portion of southern Nevada, including the southern part of the valley, Boulder City, Laughl...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Food for Thought Updated: 2008-10-07 12:00:00 Description: Georgia Neu, Exec Dir, NV Humanities Jim Frey, Chair of the Bd of Trustees, NV Humanities Rachel Santos, Philanthropic Svcs Officer, NV Community Foundation ... on "Food For Thought," an evening of enlightenment hosted by some of Southern Nevada's gr...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Scottish Artists Exhibit Updated: 2008-10-07 12:00:00 Description: Calum Colvin, artist Jeff Burden, Art Dept Chair, UNLV ... on the new exhibition at the Donna Beam Fine Art Gallery on the UNLV campus that brings together the work of a new generation of Scottish artists. Segment hosted by KNPR producer Ian Mylchree...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Singer Tony Orlando Updated: 2008-10-07 12:00:00 Description: Tony Orlando, singer ... on his singing career, the presidential election and his benefit concert this weekend. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD A Dramatic Recital Updated: 2008-10-08 12:00:00 Description: Joshua Kane, Actor ... on his one-man shows that draws from the works of great literature. He's set to appear this week in Las Vegas and will perform the works of Edgar Allan Poe. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Latinos '08 Documentary Updated: 2008-10-08 12:00:00 Description: Philip Rodriguez, Director and Producer, Latinos '08 ... on a documentary that explores the rising power behind the Latino vote. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD The Art of Zion National Park Updated: 2008-10-09 12:00:00 Description: Lyman Hafen, Exec Dir, Zion Natural History Association ... on his historic exhibit showcasing seventy-four paintings and photographs tracing the history of art in Zion Canyon. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD The American Southwest: Are We Running Dry? Updated: 2008-10-06 12:00:00 Description: Jim Thebaut, Writer, Producer and Dir, "The American Southwest: Are we Running Dry?" ... on his documentary that echos the concerns of a study conducted by the Scripps Institute of Oceanography. The study found there is a 10% chance Lake Mead will r...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Susan Anton Updated: 2008-10-01 12:00:00 Description: Susan Anton, performer ... on the former Miss America finalist and teen poster crush who toured with Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr and Kenny Rogers. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Fall Utah Shakespeare Festival Updated: 2008-09-23 12:00:00 Description: Scott Phillips, Exec Dir, Utah Shakespearean Festival Kate Buckley, Dir, Julius Caesar ... on the new Fall season which officially begins this week. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD An Almost Perfect Murder Updated: 2008-09-23 12:00:00 Description: Gary C. King, author, An Almost Perfect Murder ... on his true crime book about murdered former Nevada State Controller Kathy Augustine. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Sen Majority Leader Harry Reid Updated: 2008-09-23 12:00:00 Description: Sen Majority Leader Harry Reid, [D-NV] ... on his thoughts on the proposed $700 million bailout of the nation's financial markets. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Rep Shelley Berkley Updated: 2008-09-23 12:00:00 Description: Rep Shelley Berkley , [D-NV], talks about the deal that could finalize a bailout of the troubled financial markets and what that plan could mean for you. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD UNLV Liberace Jazz Quartet Performance Updated: 2008-09-25 12:00:00 Description: We hear the sounds of UNLV's Liberace Jazz Ensemble, which is set to perform Thursday night at 7:30 at UNLV's Artemus Ham Concert Hall. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD How the Cold War Ended Updated: 2008-09-26 12:00:00 Description: Honorable Thomas C. Reed, 11th Secretary of the Air Force ... on the series of missteps and blunders that have seen Republicans and Democrats, particularly the Bush Administration, contribute to the destruction of the US - Russian relationship that ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD WIN Court Updated: 2008-09-26 12:00:00 Description: Laura, former prostitute Chief Judge Bert Brown, LV Municipal Court ... on a new program aimed at getting women out of the prostitution business. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Hillary Supporters for McCain Updated: 2008-09-29 12:00:00 Description: Julianne Barbado, freelance book editor and PUMA Jan Terry, NV Statewide Chair, Citizens for McCain ... on why these Sen Hillary Clinton supporters and democrats are voting for republican Sen John McCain for President of the United States. Content ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD This is not Civilization Updated: 2008-09-29 12:00:00 Description: Robert Rosenberg, author and fellow, UNLV Black Mountain Inst ... on his novel "This is not Civilization," set in the more carefree pre-9-11 travel times, about the lives of four people from vastly different backgrounds that cross in an antic tale, ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Financial Bailout Update Updated: 2008-09-29 12:00:00 Description: Prof Robert Pollin, economics, U Mass, and correspondent, The Nation ... on what the bailout measure could mean for people in this region. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Shakespeare in the Park Updated: 2008-09-30 12:00:00 Description: Donn Angelos, Dir of Operations, Shakespeare At Play James Schendel, Dir and Set Designer, "Romeo and Juliet" ... on the city of Henderson's free Fall outdoor theatre: "Romeo and Juliet" comes to town this Friday night, Saturday night and Sunday af...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Farmingville Updated: 2008-09-30 12:00:00 Description: Carlos Sandoval, Dir and Producer, "Farmingville the Documentary" ... on the story of two day laborers who were attacked and almost killed. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Author David Mendell Updated: 2008-10-02 12:00:00 Description: David Mendell, writer, Chicago Tribune, and author, Obama From Promise To Power ... about his impressions of presidential candidate Barack Obama. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Shining City Updated: 2008-10-03 12:00:00 Description: Richard Leyton, actor who plays "John" Clarence Gilyard, actor who plays "Ian" Robert Brewer, Artistic Dir, UNLV's Conservatory Theatre, and Dir, "Shining City" ... on the play about a former priest turned therapist and his patient who recently lo...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Skip Hollingsworth on FLDS Polygamy Updated: 2008-06-09 07:00:00 Description: We talk with the executive editor of Texas Monthly Magazine about his uncertainty about what should be done with the polygamist compound in west TX, which has direct links to the FLDS Church in Colorado City, Ariz. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Local National Merit Scholars Updated: 2008-06-09 08:00:00 Description: Three students talk to us about what it takes to win the National Merit Scholarship. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Chancellor Jim Rogers Updated: 2008-06-02 12:00:00 Description: We talk about his latest memo that bemoans the health of the state's higher education system in light of tight budgetary times and what needs to be done to offer a world-class education. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Dee Dee Bridgewater Updated: 2008-06-06 11:00:00 Description: Jazz vocalist and Host of NPR's JazzSet with Dee Dee Bridgewater Dee Dee Bridgewater talks about her free concert at the Clark County Amphitheater Saturday night at 8 pm. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Alexis Levi Updated: 2008-06-06 11:00:00 Description: Alexis Levi, Owner, CEO and General Manager of the Las Vegas Stars tells us what its like being the first female African American general manager, CEO and owner of a pro basketball team. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD High School Musical Updated: 2008-06-04 14:00:00 Description: We'll talk with the touring cast of High School Musical, the sensation that is hard escape, a musical version of high school the way we wish it could be. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Romeo and Juliet Updated: 2008-05-27 12:00:00 Description: We hear about a new theater company in the Las Vegas Valley that's performing an innovative version of "Romeo and Juliet." ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Cuddle Party Creator Updated: 2008-05-29 12:00:00 Description: Reid Mihalko, Co-Creator, Cuddle Party tells us about his parties where strangers meet, cuddle, and, they say it's all for friendship in a tough world. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Terry Moore Updated: 2008-05-30 10:00:00 Description: Terry Moore, Oscar-nominated actress, Howard Hughes spouse and Playboy Model talks to us about her colorful movie career and life including dancing with Fred Astaire, hanging out with James Dean, and marriage to billionaire industrialist Howard Hughe...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Roseanne Barr Updated: 2008-05-19 14:00:00 Description: She's an outspoken pop culture figure of the past 25 years who's never shy about sharing her political, cultural or personal thoughts. Roseanne Barr joins us. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Stomp Out Loud! Updated: 2008-05-22 13:00:00 Description: We also talk with the cast members about their raw, primal and fresh from the streets sound... and the KNPR kitchen. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD One Thousand Places to See Before You Die Updated: 2008-05-13 12:00:00 Description: Author Patricia Schultz talks about her traveler's life list that not only recommends, but inspires where to go next, what to see, what to do, what to show the kids. You'll read about where to eat and where to stay... and how to change your life. C...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Be-longing Las Vegas: The Flamingo Club Updated: 2008-05-13 12:00:00 Description: We talk with members from a social group in the Beverly Green neighborhood at the north end of the Strip that has not only added to the old community's colorful character, but has created "neighbors" out of its residents. Content produced by News ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Vegas Uncorked Updated: 2008-05-06 13:00:00 Description: This weekend, chefs and foodies from across the country will be feasting, drinking and schmoozing in Las Vegas. A few of the celebrity chefs participating in the event are with us today to talk about their craft, the explosion of Las Vegas fine dinin...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD LV Philharmonic and Master Singers Updated: 2008-05-08 16:00:00 Description: We speak with Las Vegas Philharmonic musical director David Itkin about Saturday's upcoming concert at UNLV's Artemus Ham Concert Hall. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Hypnosis School Updated: 2008-04-29 13:00:00 Description: We talk about the new hypnosis school which opened up a few months ago in Las Vegas and how there's more to hypnosis than entertainment. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Brand Obama Updated: 2008-05-02 11:00:00 Description: We speak to Ellen McGirt, journalist, of Fast Company about her article on how the Barack Obama campaign has successfully applied business marketing strategies to the world of politics. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Black Mountain Institute Authors Updated: 2008-04-15 13:00:00 Description: We also talk with Tom Bissell, Donna Hemans and Josip Novakovich, the inaugural Black Mountain Institute fellows, about their experiences at the growing institute as well as their views on Las Vegas culture. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD The Second City Updated: 2008-04-22 12:00:00 Description: We talk with the current cast of The Second City about their revamped show at the Flamingo and how its cast members are able to be so quick on their feet. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Farewell My Subaru Updated: 2008-04-23 14:00:00 Description: We speak with author Doug Fine about his latest book, "Farewell My Subaru: An Epic Adventure in Local Living." Then we hear what you and others throughout this region think about the results of today's Democratic presidential primary in PA. Content ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Warming of the West Updated: 2008-04-14 12:00:00 Description: Theo Spencer tells us about his report that finds that the American Southwest is heating up twice as fast as the rest of the planet and what we should do about it. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Toxic Audio Now in Vegas Updated: 2008-04-14 12:00:00 Description: We talk about the 100 percent voice-made musical harmonies and sound effects that make this musical group so unique. The groups gives us a special in-studio performance. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Dr James Hansen Updated: 2008-04-03 13:00:00 Description: NASA official James Hansen joins us in the studio to discuss the growing threat from climate change, and the Bush Administration's efforts to quash his public statements. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Clark County Medical Examiner Dr Gary Telgenhoff Updated: 2008-04-18 13:00:00 Description: We talk to Deputy Clark County Medical Examiner Dr Gary Telgenhoff about his career in the coroner's office, experience as the original medical consultant to TV's "CSI" and his musical pursuits. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Author David Cay Johnston Updated: 2008-04-08 12:00:00 Description: David Cay Johnston author of Free Lunch: How the Wealthiest Americans Enrich Themselves at Government Expense (and Stick You with the Bill) talks about what is wrong with America's health care system, income taxes and a system that's seen a troubling...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Author Eleanor Clift Updated: 2008-04-09 12:00:00 Description: Eleanor Clift, Columnist of Newsweek talks about her memoir about the final days of her husband's life and how we deal with life and death issues in this culture. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Activist Dan Mathews Updated: 2008-03-27 12:00:00 Description: Dan Mathhews, Author of Committed: A Rabble-Rouser's Memoir,Advocate, PETA spoke to us about the relationship between human beings and animals and how far we should go to advocate their ethical treatment. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Author Ben Mezrich Updated: 2008-03-24 12:00:00 Description: He talks about the soon-to-be-released movie "21" based on his best-selling 2002 book about a team of MIT card counters. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Cancer Cure Updated: 2008-04-03 13:00:00 Description: Doctor Nam Hoang Dang of the Nevada Cancer Institute discusses his efforts in search of a cancer cure. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD The Restless Conscious Updated: 2008-04-03 13:00:00 Description: Hava Kohav Beller joins us to talk about her documentary about those who fought Nazi terror from within. She directed the documentary The Restless Conscious. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Reporter Eric Weiner Updated: 2008-03-19 11:00:00 Description: NPR Reporter Eric Weiner talks about his new book, his philosophical self-help humorous travel memoir which documents his quest to find the happiest places on earth. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Comedian Rita Rudner Updated: 2008-03-17 12:00:00 Description: Comedian Rita Rudner talks about her upcoming book, I still have it...I just Can't remember where I put it and an upcoming PBS comedy special. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Blue Grit: True Democrats Take Back Politics from the Politicians Updated: 2008-03-10 11:00:00 Description: Laura Flanders, Radio Host, Air America talks about how Nevada and Utah are two places where grassroots organizers are doing what the Democratic Party really needs. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD The Ladies of Mamma Mia! Updated: 2008-03-12 12:00:00 Description: Las Vegas has seen numerous Broadway shows come and go, but "Mamma Mia!" currently playing at the Mandalay Bay Theatre has out-lasted them all. Joining us now to talk about the show's long-run are the three dyanmos: Carol Linnea Johnson as Donna Sher...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Mac King Updated: 2008-03-13 11:00:00 Description: Mac King, Comedian and Magician talks about his book drive he is hosting together with Sammy's Woodfired Pizza to benefit children's literacy. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Sculptor Stephen Hendee Updated: 2008-03-14 11:00:00 Description: Artist Stephen Hendee's current exhibition at the LVAM is entitled "Be My Suicide" as part of its ongoing 702 Series. We'll talk to the artist about the inspiration behind his work. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Author Stephen Grogan Updated: 2008-03-14 11:00:00 Description: We talk with Stephen Grogan, mystery novelist of Vegas Die: A Quest Mystery about his new book which also includes a local a treasure hunt. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Soldier's Perspective of Iraq Updated: 2008-03-07 11:00:00 Description: We talk with a member of the NV Natl Guard who recently returned from Iraq. Colt Bulot, NV National Guard Sgt joins us with an update on what's happening in Iraq five years after the start of the war. Content produced by News 88.9 KNPR...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD David Frum, Author, Journalist Updated: 2008-03-06 10:00:00 Description: David Frum, Author, Journalist and Former Economic Speechwriter for Pres George W Bush who penned the phrase "Axis of Evil" talks about his book, "Comeback: Conservatism That Can Win Again." ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD William Kittredge Updated: 2008-03-03 11:00:00 Description: We talk with the young rancher who quit to become a writer and professor at the University of Montana, and 40 years later, whose writings have helped shape the way we look at life in the modern West. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Former Mobster Frank Cullotta Updated: 2008-03-06 12:00:00 Description: Frank Cullotta was a Las Vegas mobster, who has links to at least four murders and was a longtime friend of the infamous mobster Tony Spilotro. In the early 1980s, Cullotta turned on his mob associates and provided evidence to the FBI and Metro befor...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Fashion Industry and Las Vegas Updated: 2008-02-27 12:00:00 Description: Laurie Brookins, Sr Fashion Ed of Vegas Magazine and Laura Dahl, fashion designer of the Laura Dahl and Wifebeader fashion lines tell us how the fashion trends of New York, London, Milan, and Paris really shape what we wear in the region. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Legalizing Prostitution Updated: 2008-02-27 13:00:00 Description: Dr Teela Sanders, Sr Lecturer in the School of Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds talks about her research into prostitution and why it flourishes despite being looked down upon. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Violence near Schools Updated: 2008-02-26 12:00:00 Description: Walt Rulffes, Superintendent of CCSD tells talks to us on the recent teenage shootings outside of schools and how events in his personal life have affected his strategy. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD From Mc Mansions to Mc Slums Updated: 2008-02-26 13:00:00 Description: Washington-based journalist Christopher Leinberger says that the foreclosure crisis is a foretaste of what's to come for the suburbs that are bound to decay in the next 30 or 40 years. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Changing Religion Updated: 2008-02-26 13:00:00 Description: We talk to the Greg Smith, Research Fellow, and author of the Pew Forum report on Religion and Public Life that shows more than a quarter of American adults have left the faith of their childhood to join another religion... or no religion at all. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Falling Home Prices Updated: 2008-02-25 12:00:00 Description: We talk with Dennis Smith from Homebuilder's Research about the recent on the 56% decline in the number of home sales from a year ago and the 19% drop in home prices and how it is effecting the Las Vegas valley. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Stephen Marks Updated: 2008-02-21 13:00:00 Description: Stephen Marks, author and Republican political operative talks about his book, Confessions of a Political Hitman: My Secret Life of Scandal, Corruption, Hypocrisy and Dirty Attacks That Decide Who Gets Elected (and Who Doesn't). ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Hispanic Musicians Exhibit Updated: 2008-02-20 12:00:00 Description: Brian Paco Alvarez, curator, Hispanic Museum of NV talks about the travelling exhibit featuring photos of hispanic performers that have played Las Vegas through the decades. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD KA Updated: 2008-02-19 12:21:00 Description: We hear more of our recent conversation with key players in Cirque du Soleil's KA show at MGM Grand, where the 80,000-pound stage is one of the key attractions. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD My Funny Valentines Updated: 2008-02-14 12:00:00 Description: Mark Strouse, Las Vegas resident and KNPR volunteer tells us about more than 50 years of Valentine's Day with his wife, who passed away four years ago. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Romeo and Juliet Updated: 2008-02-14 12:00:00 Description: This troupe is bringing a modern version of Romeo and Juliet to students throughout Nevada and Utah. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD 2008 Cowboy Poetry Gathering Updated: 2008-02-11 12:00:00 Description: Brian Bahouth, Reno Producer and Friday KNPR show host, shares more of his sights and sounds from the final day of the week long 24th annual National Cowboy Poetry Gathering in Elko. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Author Joyce Carol Oates Updated: 2008-02-12 11:00:00 Description: Joyce Carol Oates, Award-winning Author talks about her upcoming appearance at UNLV. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Barbershop Quartet Updated: 2008-02-11 10:00:00 Description: We hear a little something from the The Rumble Seat Daze, better-known as Nevada Public Radio's house band and favorite barber shop quartet. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Pleasure for Sale Updated: 2008-02-13 11:00:00 Description: The Sundance Channel is airing a six-part documentary series about the Chicken Ranch in Pahrump. We talk with two of the women who work at the brothel, as well as the executive producer of the series. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Rich Little Updated: 2008-01-30 14:00:00 Description: Rich Little, Comedian Impressionist joins us to talk about what's next in his career and exactly how he comes up with all those impressions. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Lou Ruvo Brain Institute Updated: 2008-01-28 12:00:00 Description: John Silber tells us why he is highly critical of the work of architect Frank Gehry, who designed the emerging Lou Ruvo Brain Institute in downtown Las Vegas. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Geoff Schumaker Updated: 2008-02-04 12:00:00 Description: Review-Journal columnist Geoff Schumacher talks about his latest book - a biography of Howard Hughes. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Beautiful Children Updated: 2008-02-05 15:00:00 Description: Writer and Las Vegas native Charles Bock joins us to discuss his first novel, Beautiful Children, a story based on life in the valley that's generating a great deal of buzz nationally. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Tom Bissell Updated: 2008-02-06 12:00:00 Description: Author Tom Bissell, of UNLV's Black Mountain Institute, joins us to talk about his latest book, The Father of All Things: A Marine, His Son And the Legacy of Vietnam. It's the story of Bissell and his relationship with his dad. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Paula Poundstone Updated: 2008-02-07 12:00:00 Description: Comedian Paula Poundstone of NPR's "Wait, Wait Don't Tell Me..." shares stories about comedy, stand-up and Peter Sagal and Karl Cassel. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD The Beauty Paradigm 2008 Updated: 2008-01-24 11:00:00 Description: Author Julia Alvarez compares this weekend's Miss America Beauty pageant with the presidential race. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Ellie Smith Updated: 2008-01-23 14:00:00 Description: Eleven year old Ellie Smith is already singing with the stars. She talks to us about balancing her promising singing career with a normal life. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD River Woman Updated: 2008-01-22 12:00:00 Description: We talk with Donna Hemans, a fellow at UNLV's Black Mountain Institute, and author of the book, "River Woman." ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Growth Near Nellis Updated: 2008-01-24 11:00:00 Description: Nellis Air Force Base Commander, General Mike Worden, joins us to discuss the development in northeast Las Vegas surrounding the 60 year old base. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Youth Vote Updated: 2008-01-16 13:00:00 Description: Business Week reporter Michelle Conlin joins us to discuss her cover story in the magazine's current issue. It focuses on the growing political participation of twentysomethings who are concerned about the future of jobs, health insurance, student lo...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Ann Lewis Updated: 2008-01-15 11:00:00 Description: On the recent back and forth between Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama on issues of race and gender. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD NV Attorney General Updated: 2008-01-11 15:00:00 Description: Catherine Cortez-Masto, NV Attorney General talks about first year in office and her initiatives to battle the methamphetamine scourge in the state. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Election 2008: Former Sen John Edwards Updated: 2008-01-14 11:00:00 Description: Former Sen John Edwards [D-NC], Presidential Candidate talks to us about his campaign. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Sam Abell Updated: 2008-01-11 11:00:00 Description: For over 35 years, photographer Sam Abell has criss-crossed the globe for National Geographic. Sam joins us to talk about his life working for one of the most respected magazines in the world. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Sandra Taylor Updated: 2008-01-09 12:00:00 Description: Sandra Taylor, VP for Corp Social Responsibility, Starbucks Coffee Company joins us to discuss why our culture, our technology and our business should also be used as big sticks in our foreign policy. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD A More Luxe Luxor Updated: 2008-01-03 13:00:00 Description: We talk with Felix Rappaport, President and COO of the Luxor about current and future plans to revamp its image and whether the its Egyptian-theme decor will become an ancient artifact and what theme, if any, will replace it....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Grand Canyon Life Updated: 2008-01-03 13:00:00 Description: We speak with Bruce Aiken who spent 30 years living and working in the Grand Canyon. He will be in Las Vegas this week to sign copies of his book and talk about his life's work. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Richard Elliot Updated: 2007-09-11 10:00:00 Description: Richard Elliott, Organist for Mormon Tabernacle Choir joins us to talk about performing with one of the world's most famous choirs. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Maya Angelou Updated: 2007-12-21 10:00:00 Description: Ambassador, Republic of Slovenia talks about the Slovenian economy, the post Soviet-era and running the LV Half-Marathon to benefit landmine victims. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Jeri Thompson Updated: 2007-12-19 15:00:00 Description: We talk with Jeri Thompson, the wife of Republican presidential candidate Fred Thompson. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Barack Obama Updated: 2007-12-11 12:00:00 Description: Democratic Presidential candidate Barack Obama joins us to discuss Southern Nevada Land Management Act and mining reform. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD The Squandering of America Updated: 2007-12-06 14:00:00 Description: Political failure has led to the squandering of America, says author Robert Kuttner. He joins us to talk about his new book, which argues that we have set ourselves up for massive economic failure not seen since the 1930s. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Vicki Petterson Updated: 2007-12-05 10:00:00 Description: Las Vegas showgirl turned bestselling author Vicki Petterson talks about her life and writing urban fantasy. Her newest work, "The Harvest," appears in an anthology of stories published by Harper. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Samuel Zbogar Updated: 2007-11-29 12:00:00 Description: Ambassador, Republic of Slovenia talks about the Slovenian economy, the post Soviet-era and running the LV Half-Marathon to benefit landmine victims. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Naomi Wolf Updated: 2007-11-26 12:00:00 Description: Naomi Wolf writes about the changing social and political climate in the US since the Bush administration took office. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD UNLV President David Ashley Updated: 2007-11-19 12:00:00 Description: On tight budgets and attitudes toward higher education in Nevada...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Sasha Isenberg Updated: 2007-11-21 12:00:00 Description: We look at how sushi gets from the sea to the Strip or the tens of thousands of other restaurants that sell the raw delicacy. Author Sasha Issenberg tells that story in his new book "The Sushi Economy." ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Shipping Out to Iraq Updated: 2007-11-12 10:00:00 Description: The Nevada Army National Guard's 72nd Military Police Company, will be shipping out to Iraq soon. We talked with Sgt. Michael Roe and Staff Sgt. Todd Simmons about the war in Iraq, the work they'll be doing and how their families are dealing with the...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Actor Theodore Bikel Updated: 2007-11-16 11:00:00 Description: Singer, actor and political activist Theodore Bikel appeared on Broadway as Tevye in Fidler on the Roof and has been nominated for Tony and Academy Awards. He joins us to talk about his career, his life and his recent show this Sunday at Temple Beth...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Peter Kuran Updated: 2007-11-08 14:00:00 Description: Insight on the arts and entertainment: We talk with filmaker Peter Kuran about his exhibit at the Atomic Testing Museum: How to Photograph and Atomic Bomb. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD John Edwards Updated: 2007-11-05 16:00:00 Description: Newsmaker interview from KNPR's State of Nevada. Presidential hopeful John Edwards [D] is our guest. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD A Tale of Two Mayors Updated: 2007-11-09 14:00:00 Description: Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman and Reno Mayor Bob Cashell have delivered their plea to Gov Jim Gibbons, asking him to drop his "No New Taxes Pledge" amid the state's budget crisis. What does this mean for government services in your community. Dave Be...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Dan Edwards Updated: 2007-10-31 14:00:00 Description: The Very Rev Dan Edwards joins us to talk about his new role as the Bishop of the Episcopal Church in NV....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Peter Sagal Updated: 2007-10-31 14:00:00 Description: Wait, Wait... Don't Tell Me, host will discuss his book, The Book of Vice, Very Naughty Things And How To Do Them, and there might be a special guest to administer to Peter our version of the, It's Not My Job, quiz. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Dominic Gentile Updated: 2007-10-10 13:00:00 Description: Dominic Gentile, Defense Attorney, on his flamboyant lawyering style, high profile cases including G-Sting and Kathy Augustine as well as his recent move to the Gordon and Silver law firm. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Pat Schroeder Updated: 2007-10-15 12:00:00 Description: We speak with Pat Schroeder about her own plans to run for president in the 1980s, about Sen Clinton's campaign and the challenges of women in politics. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Tony Danza and Lee Roy Reams Updated: 2007-10-19 13:00:00 Description: Entertainer Tony Danza sings and dances in The Producers at the Paris Hotel-Casino. We talk with Danza about the musical and his years on the TV hits Taxi, and Who's The Boss? ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Black Mountain Institute Updated: 2007-09-06 10:00:00 Description: Former UNLV President Carol Harter talks about her work with the university's Black Mountain Institute....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Fiscal Tsunami Warning Updated: 2007-09-12 11:00:00 Description: U.S. Comptroller General David Walker is travelling the country, sounding the alarm of what he has called a 'coming fiscal tsunami.' ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Lord Taylor Updated: 2007-09-20 19:00:00 Description: We meet Lord Taylor of Warwick, first Black member of British House of Lords ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Robert Reich Updated: 2007-09-25 19:00:00 Description: Robert Reich discusses Supercapitalism which, he argues, is transforming business, democracy, and everyday life. Prof Reich served as President Clinton's Labor Secretary....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Martin Indyk Updated: 2007-10-01 10:00:00 Description: Former US Ambassador to Israel Martin Indyk will discuss the Bush Administration's renewed peace effort, the war in Iraq and the mysterious recent Israeli attack on a possible nuclear facility in Syria. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Macau Machinations Updated: 2007-08-21 19:00:00 Description: Atlantic Monthly National Editor James Fallows is our guest: his story in the Atlantic Monthly's current issue focuses on the economic, social and political machinations behind the Macau Casino Market. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Gay Vegas Updated: 2007-08-15 10:00:00 Description: Steve Friess, Author, Gay Vegas: The Other Side of Sin City ...on his guidebook to a city he describes as 'a Mecca for gays'...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Naked Vegas Updated: 2007-08-16 11:00:00 Description: Greg Friedler , Photographer ...on his work photographing people, naked and not, in the streets of London, New York, and, soon, Las Vegas ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Defending the Caveman Updated: 2007-08-08 19:00:00 Description: Our guest Kevin Burke, Comedian, appears in Defending the Caveman, a comic monologue at the Golden Nugget on the gruff style of manhood in this country--and the differences between men and women. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Leaving Las Vegas Updated: 2007-08-10 19:00:00 Description: Las Vegas is famous for the number of people the city attracts, how about those who go in the opposite direction? We talk with two journalists, Nick Christensen (LV Sun) and Fin Keegan (KNPR), who have recently left town: what are their impressions ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Guitarist Jimmy McIntosh Updated: 2007-08-03 11:00:00 Description: Local guitarist Jimmy McIntosh takes us on a musical tour through the history of Rock Music. He teaches at UNLV--and has recently recently released a first solo album, graced by pop luminaries such as Ron Wood of the Rolling Stones and guitarist Jeff...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Election '08: Barack Obama Updated: 2007-07-13 10:00:00 Description: Senator Barack Obama, [D-I] Candidate, explains why he should be our next President ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Utah Shakespeareans Updated: 2007-07-12 19:00:00 Description: Fred Adams founded the Utah Shakespeare Festival in the early 1960s. More than four decades later, his company--now housed in an Elizabethan-style playhouse--continues to attract crowds to Cedar City. We talk with Fred Adams and current Artistic Dire...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Legal Advice Updated: 2007-07-09 19:00:00 Description: Attorney Bob Massi on his new book "People Get Screwed all the Time" in which he lays out different real-life legal scenarios and then explains what went right, wrong, and tips on how to prevent similar situations from happening to you. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Election '08: Ron Paul Updated: 2007-07-06 10:00:00 Description: Rep. Ron Paul, [R-TX] Candidate, explains why he should be our next President ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Kindness and Kids' Books Updated: 2007-07-10 11:00:00 Description: Lorraine Solomon, Author of 'The Town of Brown', talks to Fin Keegan about the place of moral messages in children's storybooks ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Wheels-free Updated: 2007-07-02 19:00:00 Description: Chris Balish, author of How to Live Well Without Owning a Car, is our guest. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Pete Best Updated: 2007-06-27 19:00:00 Description: Pete Best, Musician and Performer, reflects on his life as a Beatle from 1960 to 1962. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Shakespeare's Influence Updated: 2007-06-18 11:00:00 Description: Eric Rasmussen , UNR English; Co-Editor, Shakespeare's Complete Works ...on the man about whom we know so little--but who seems to have known everything about us. See knpr.org/son for details. Content produced by News 88.9 KNP...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Remembering Elvis Updated: 2007-06-11 11:00:00 Description: The enclosure features a recent interview from KNPR's State of Nevada. He was Elvis Presley's bodyguard for 16 years. He was there when Elvis met the Beatles, made his Las Vegas comeback, and dropped into the Oval Office. Now ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Cornel West Updated: 2007-06-08 19:00:00 Description: The enclosure features a recent interview from KNPR's State of Nevada. Princeton Professor and social activist Cornel West joins us to talk about race relations, Barack Obama, and his new CD Never Forget: A Journey of Revelati...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD From Cocaine to Foie Gras Updated: 2007-06-12 19:00:00 Description: The enclosure features a recent interview from KNPR's State of Nevada. Chef Jeff Henderson tells the story of his journey from crack dealer through incarceration to world-class chef in Las Vegas. See knpr.org/son for...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Novelist Richard Wiley Updated: 2007-06-13 10:00:00 Description: The enclosure features a recent interview from KNPR's State of Nevada. Novelist Richard Wiley, is our guest. His latest book Commodore Perry's Minstrel Show traces American involvement in Japan back to the mid-nineteenth-centu...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Evangelical Vegas Updated: 2007-05-10 10:00:00 Description: The enclosure features a recent interview from KNPR's State of Nevada. We speak with Senior Pastor Jud Wilhite of the Las Vegas Valley's largest church: Central Christian. His new book is called Stripped: Uncensored Grace on t...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Judge Halverson Speaks Updated: 2007-05-16 11:00:00 Description: The enclosure features a recent interview from KNPR's State of Nevada. District Court Judge Elizabeth Halverson speaks to us after a dramatic series of events, culminating last week in her being banned from her own court. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Bomb Scare Updated: 2007-05-22 19:00:00 Description: The enclosure features a recent interview from KNPR's State of Nevada. In the age of nuclear terrorism, how safe are places such as the Las Vegas Strip, Nellis Air Force Base, and Hoover Dam? The author of Bomb Scare joins us....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Dennis Hopper Updated: 2007-06-06 19:00:00 Description: The enclosure features a recent interview from KNPR's State of Nevada. Actor and artist Dennis Hopper joins Dave Berns to discuss his movie career, his painting and photography, together with his key role chairing the Creative...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Showgirl-Turned-Novelist Updated: 2007-05-09 07:13:26 Description: The enclosure features a recent interview from KNPR's State of Nevada. Once with the Folies Bergere at the Tropicana, showgirl turned novelist Vicki Pettersson has produced a series of fantasy tales about the battle between go...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD US in the MidEast Updated: 2007-05-05 15:52:34 Description: The enclosure features a recent interview from KNPR's State of Nevada. American involvement in the Middle East goes back further than you might think: our guest, historian Michael Oren, traces the relationship all the way back...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD John O'Hurley Updated: 2007-05-02 00:00:00 Description: The enclosure features a recent interview from KNPR's State of Nevada. Comedic actor John O'Hurley plays the role of the King in Spamalot--the Broadway musical based on the work of seventies cult favorite Monty Python--current...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Clinton Co-chair Yzaguirre Updated: 2007-05-02 00:00:00 Description: The enclosure features a recent interview from KNPR's State of Nevada. Civil rights activist Raul Yzaguirre is our guest: he is co-chairing Senator Hillary Clinton's presidential campaign. See knpr.org/son for de...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Hookers for Jesus Updated: 2007-05-02 00:00:00 Description: The enclosure features a recent interview from KNPR's State of Nevada. Dave Berns talks with Annie Lobert, a former prostitute who has founded the provocatively-named support group 'Hookers for Jesus' See knpr.org/...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Wayne Brady Updated: 2007-04-24 00:00:00 Description: The enclosure features a recent interview from KNPR's State of Nevada. One of our most versatile and well-liked entertainers joins us: Wayne Brady. The Emmy-winning comedian and singer is currently appearing at the Venetian. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Amy Tan Updated: 2007-04-20 00:00:00 Description: The enclosure features a recent interview from KNPR's State of Nevada. Acclaimed author Amy Tan joins us to discuss her novel The Joy-Luck Club, chosen as the Big Read for 2007 by Las Vegas - Clark County librarians. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Alain de Botton Updated: 2007-04-19 22:40:49 Description: The enclosure features a recent interview from KNPR's State of Nevada. Novelist and culture critic Alain de Botton links happiness with our design environment. Flo Rogers hosts. See knpr.org/son for details. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Dita von Teese Updated: 2007-04-19 22:40:49 Description: The enclosure features a recent interview from KNPR's State of Nevada. Her retro look and Burlesque talents have made Dita Von Teese one of the most popular and wealthiest headliners in the world. She talks about the art of st...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Joe Piscopo Updated: 2007-04-16 00:00:00 Description: The enclosure features a recent interview from KNPR's State of Nevada. Comedian, actor, singer and entertainer Joe Piscopo shares his passion for Golden Age Vegas--and its renewed appeal for audiences. Mike Squires hosts. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD This American Life Updated: 2007-04-16 00:00:00 Description: The enclosure features a recent interview from KNPR's State of Nevada. Ira Glass of This American Life joins us on the eve of his Showtime television debut: a rare opportunity to put your questions to one of the most influenti...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Vegas Image Updated: 2007-04-16 00:00:00 Description: The enclosure features a recent interview from KNPR's State of Nevada. Flo Rogers talks with advertising creator Randy Snow ...on shaping perceptions of Las Vegas through advertising See knpr.org/son for details. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Rep Jon Porter Updated: 2007-04-16 00:00:00 Description: The enclosure features a recent interview from KNPR's State of Nevada. Representative Jon Porter [R], representing Nevada's Third District, joins us, from Washington DC to discuss Yucca Mountain, Iraq, partisanship--and his ex...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD |
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