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Monday, October 11, 2004 – Doug is joined by cast members of Pygmalion Productions Theatre Company's season opener "Popcorn." The play, written by British comedian Ben Elton, is a satirical look at fame, film-making, violence and the mass media. For more information on this production, visit Pygmalion Productions.

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Tuesday, October 12, 2004 – RadioWest starts the Fall fund drive by examining the ever elusive yet instantly recognizable qualities of "hip." Our guest is John Leland, author of "Hip: The History."

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Friday, October 8, 2004 – October 3-9 is Mental Illness Awareness Week. Jenny Brundin takes a look at mental illness, and at a Salt Lake City treatment program "The Alliance House." (Repeat)

Thursday, October 7, 2004 – Producers Robert Greenwald and Joan Sekler talk to Doug about their new film "Unprecedented: The 2000 Presidential Election."

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For information on the October 7th screening, visit Salt Lake City Film Center

Wedneday, October 6, 2004 – Dr. Ethan Nadelmann joins Doug to discuss U.S. drug control policies and his recommended alternatives. Nadelmann received his PhD in Political Science from Harvard as well as a Masters degree in International Relations from the London School of Economics. He lectures internationally on drug policy and criminal justice issues.

By Annie Feidt

Salt Lake City –
The University of Utah football team is at the top of the Mountain West conference. After another decisive win last weekend, the Utes are undefeated in their quest to capture a second straight conference title. But winning isn't cheap. Universities across the country are spending more and more money to field successful football programs. And new research shows it may not be worth it. Producer Annie Feidt reports:

Tuesday, October 5, 2004 – Salt Lake County Mayoral Candidates Nancy Workman (Invited), Peter Carroon and Merrill Cook join Doug for a live conversation at the Hinckley Institute of Politics.

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Learn more about Utah's 2004 Elections at VoteUtah.org

By Scott Carrier

Salt Lake City –
EARLIER THIS YEAR, US OFFICIALS LAUNCHED A MULTIMILLION-DOLLAR CRACKDOWN ALONG THE ARIZONA-MEXICO BORDER. SINCE THEN, ALMOST HALF A MILLION ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS HAVE BEEN ARRESTED ALONG THIS STRETCH OF THE BORDER - A 57 PERCENT INCREASE OVER LAST YEAR. BUT THE NUMBER OF DEATHS HAS RISEN TOO .
SALT LAKE RADIO PRODUCER SCOTT CARRIER OPENS HIS 3-PART SERIES ON ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION WITH A LOOK AT THE RISKY JOURNEY TO THE U.S., BEGINNING IN THE MEXICAN BORDER TOWN OF SASABE, SONORA.

By Scott Carrier

Salt Lake City –
A BILL IS MOVING THROUGH CONGRESS THAT WOULD HIRE 10,000 MORE BORDER AGENTS TO PATROL MEXICO'S 2000 MILE LONG BORDER WITH THE UNITED STATES.
TUSCON WRITER CHARLES BOWDEN BELIEVES THAT AMERICAN EFFORTS TO STOP THE FLOW OF HUMANS CROSSING THE BORDER, WHICH HE CALLS AN EXODUS ---- IS SET UP TO FAIL.
IN THE LAST OF A 3-PART SERIES ON ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION, SALT LAKE RADIO PRODUCER SCOTT CARRIER TALKS WITH BOWDEN, WHO IS AUTHOR OF 14 BOOKS, SEVERAL OF THEM ON THE BORDER REGION.

By Scott Carrier

Salt Lake City –
THERE'S BEEN A 57 PERCENT INCREASE SINCE MARCH IN ARRESTS OF MEXICANS TRYING TO ENTER THE COUNTRY ILLEGALLY. BUT THE CRACKDOWN AT THE BORDER HAS ALSO FUELLED MORE DEATHS AMONG ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS. THE JOURNEY IS DANGEROUS AND RISKY FOR THE IMMIGRANTS AND OTHERS WHO LIVE ALONG THE BORDER. SALT LAKE RADIO PRODUCER SCOTT CARRIER BRINGS US PART 2 IN A 3-PART SERIES ON ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION WITH A GLIMPSE INTO THE LIFE OF A SECURITY OFFICER ON THE BUENOS AIRES NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE.

Monday, October 4, 2004 – Doug Fabrizio moderates a discussion on Utah's proposed constitutional amendment to define marriage. The program will be aired live from the Hinckley Institute of Politics. Guests include former Utah Special Assistant Attorney General Monte Stewart; Tiani Coleman, chair of the Utah County Republican Party; and Scott McCoy and Jane Marquardt of the Don't Amend Alliance.

Hinckley Institute of Politics

Aired on Sept. 28, 2004 – Number 3 in a series. A discussion on Utah's water supply.

Friday, October 1, 2004 – Jenny Brundin talks to novelist Denise Chavez about her book "Loving Pedro Infante" and about Latina identity.

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Ken Sanders Rare Books
The King's English
Sam Weller's Zion Bookstore

Thursday, September 30, 2004 – Pioneer Theatre Company is currently playing "The Importance of Being Earnest." Doug talks to cast members about the performance, and with an Oscar Wilde scholar on what makes the literary figure so important.

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Tuesday, September 28, 2004 – David K. Shipler, author of "The Working Poor," is interviewed by Doug on workers who live in poverty in America. (Repeat)

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Wednesday, September 29, 2004 – Students from UVSC join Doug to explore both sides of the Michael Moore controversy. Later, author Robert O'Neil talks about his book "Free Speech in the College Community."

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Monday, September 27, 2004 – Doug talks with Newberry Award winning author Christopher Paul Curtis.

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Sam Weller's Zion Bookstore

By Beth Hoffman

Salt Lake City, UT – The Delta Center in Salt Lake City is usually known for swift point guards streaking down the stretch and loud, boisterous crowds - it's Utah's House of Basketball. But this past week the arena was converted into a new type of house, a House of the Lord, according to the United Pentecostal Church International, which rented out the Delta Center for a five-day annual conference that ended Sunday night. Producer Beth Hoffman attended the conference and found a different kind of fan.

Friday, September 24, 2004 – Aron Ralston shares his inspiring story of survival in the Utah canyonlands.

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Aron Ralston will read from his work "Between a Rock and a Hard Place" on Friday, September 24 at 7:00 p.m. at The King's English.

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Thursday, September 23, 2004 – Doug leads a conversation with local business activists and UNLV economist Alan Schlottman on Big Box Stores and their impact on communities.

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Wednesday, September 22, 2004 – Doug talks to embattled Salt Lake County Mayor Nancy Workman about her reactions to charges of misusing public money and about her plans for continuing her reelection campaign.

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By Beth Hoffman

Salt Lake City, UT – As Salt Lake City grows and diversifies, residents - particularly those on the city's West Side - are struggling to understand each other. Older neighborhoods are evolving in new ways, and many newcomers now speak foreign languages, work unusual hours, or have darker skin But what's most troubling for many of the area's older residents is simply the way the community now looks.
Producer Beth Hoffman has been talking to old-time residents and newcomers to the area.

Tuesday, September 21, 2004 – Doug speaks with local historians and eyewitnesses of the mythical Bear Lake monster. (Repeat)

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Monday, September 20, 2004 – The Salt Lake City Reads Together book club gets underway this month Doug talks to Nasdijj, author of one of three titles selected for the inaugural program. We are also joined by Deeda Seed of the Salt Lake City Mayor's Office, Salt Lake City Public Libraries Director Nancy Tessman, and Nanette Alleman, Coordinator of the Chicago Book Festival..

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Salt Lake City Reads Together

Friday, September 17, 2004 – A RadioWest encore interview with writer Ron Carlson. Carlson will speak this Saturday as part of the Great Salt Lake Book Festival.

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By Dan Bammes

Salt Lake City, UT – Salt Lake City is marking the 25th anniversary of Abravanel Hall and the Salt Lake Art Center. Doctor Cyril Harris has designed the acoustics for Avery Fisher Hall in New York City and many other famous venues.

In this interview with KUER's Dan Bammes, recorded on the stage at Abravanel Hall, Dr. Harris talks about acoustic design and how he came to be involved in the creation of Utah's premiere concert hall.

By Jenny Brundin

Salt Lake City, UT – A billboard on State Street and 17th South - paid for by one of the nation's largest white supremacist organizations - has raised the eyebrows of several community activists. A week ago, leaders met to discuss how, if at all, to react to it. KUER's Jenny Brundin has more.

Thursday, September 16, 2004 – Historian Douglas Brinkley talks to Doug about his book "Tour of Duty: John Kerry and the Vietnam War."

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On Sunday, Dr. Brinkley will present "Why We Need History" as part of the Great Salt Lake Book Festival.

Wednesday, September 15, 2004 – Doug talks to best selling author and syndicated political columnist Molly Ivins.

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Visit one of Salt Lake City's independent booksellers:
Ken Sanders Rare Books
The King's English
Sam Weller's Zion Bookstore

Aired Sept. 14, 2004 – #2 A discussion with :
Attorney General Mark Shurtleff, State of Utah
Greg Skordas, Candidate for Utah State Attorney General
Stephen J. Kores (moderator), Executive Director, Utah Foundation