Monthly Archives: July 2013
Circumcision Correspondent Steve Svoboda: Non-surgical Circumcision
Our Circumcision Correspondent Steven Svoboda joined me for a discussion about a topic that affects boys and their parents worldwide – male circumcision. Svoboda is a writer, founder of the Berkeley based vegetarian Bus Stop Co-op, human rights lawyer, and founder of the California-based organization, Attorneys for the Rights of the Child, the only legal practice dedicated
Merriam-Webster Dictionary: The Most Searched Words
At the beginning of each month, we have Peter Sokolowski Editor at Large for Merriam-Webster as our guest. Peter is our Word of the Month Correspondent and we talk about the most searched words for the prior month. The results are always interesting. With one and a half BILLION searches every year, it is a
A Novel Twist on Speed Dating
Have you ever wondered about the concept of speed dating? This can be an alternative to or used in addition to niche singles events as a way to help you meet other singles in your area. For our June 7th episode, we covered the concept of speed dating, even talking to the founder of “On Speed
Had too Much to Drink and Can’t Get Home? Your New Solution!
Even with a designated driver, there is always a risk of not having a ride home at the end of the night. Lounge and restaurant owners admit that 40% of designated drivers will often imbibe, jeopardizing their sobriety. Any indulgence can increase the risk of a DUI or an accident. A new solution available to
Fracking: Economic Boom or Environmental Disaster?
There’s been a great deal of discussion recently over the issue of hydraulic fracturing, or “fracking.” On June 18, our guest was Patrick Sullivan, from the Center for Biological Diversity, a non-profit environmental group. Then on June 21, our guest was Tupper Hull, Vice President of Communications for Western States Petroleum Association, a public policy
