Agriculture

http://thekojonnamdishow.org/shows/2013-05-22/food-hubs

"Food Hubs"

Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at 1:06 p.m.
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New models are emerging for getting food from farm to fork...

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Growing Gardens Through Summer Heat

Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at 1:23 p.m.
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Recent years have proven hard on local greenery, with heat waves and damaging storms. But there are steps you can take to ensure a healthy garden, from choosing local plants to well-timed watering.

http://thekojonnamdishow.org/shows/2013-05-15/farming-genetic-patenting-and-supreme-court

Farming, Genetic Patenting And The Supreme Court

Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at 12:06 p.m.
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The Supreme Court on Monday ruled unanimously in favor of Monsanto in a case that involved the company's patents for genetically modified soybeans. We explore what the ruling means for the future of our food system.

http://thekojonnamdishow.org/shows/2013-04-03/urban-farming-and-agricultural-history

Urban Farming And Agricultural History

Wednesday, Apr 3, 2013 at 1:06 p.m.
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We explore how creative urban farmers are reconnecting communities with local food sources and forgotten pieces of their agricultural history.

http://thekojonnamdishow.org/shows/2013-04-01/bargaining-over-immigration-reform

Bargaining Over Immigration Reform

Monday, Apr 1, 2013 at 1:06 p.m.
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The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the A.F.L.-C.I.O. have reportedly struck a deal on key elements of immigration reform. We examine the back-room bargaining between these two powerful groups and their influence on eventual legislation.

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The Inside Story On Olive Oil

Wednesday, Mar 13, 2013 at 12:06 p.m.
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A new study says a Mediterranean diet prevents heart disease, thanks in part to the ubiquitous olive oil. We explore what's really inside that dark bottle, what extra virgin really means and why olive oil is so good for you.

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"Kingdom of Rarities"

Tuesday, Feb 19, 2013 at 1:06 p.m.
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One wildlife biologist is tracking the planet's rarest animals, in hopes of understanding why they’re scarce and what it means for all species. We explore his research, and how technology is helping catalog the world's biodiversity.

http://thekojonnamdishow.org/shows/2013-01-16/food-technology-and-how-it-shaped-western-palate

Food Technology And How It Shaped The Western Palate

Wednesday, Jan 16, 2013 at 1:20 p.m.
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Kojo and a food historian look back at how food processors have influenced both our palates and our preference for what we eat, and find out how the industry is changing to meet modern taste and dietary demands.

http://thekojonnamdishow.org/shows/2013-01-09/wine-vine-table

Wine: From Vine To Table

Wednesday, Jan 9, 2013 at 1:32 p.m.
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The future of wine is in flux for both casual drinkers and aficionados. We talk with Wine Review columnist Michael Franz about the headlines making waves among the vines.

http://thekojonnamdishow.org/shows/2012-12-17/our-region-responds-newtown-tragedy

Our Region Responds To The Newtown Tragedy

Monday, Dec 17, 2012 at 12:06 p.m.
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Kojo explores the overlapping issues of school safety, gun control and the challenges of talking to kids about tragic news.

http://thekojonnamdishow.org/shows/2012-11-07/monsanto-v-bowman

Monsanto V. Bowman

Wednesday, Nov 7, 2012 at 1:40 p.m.
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Monsanto, the world’s largest seed company, is headed to the Supreme Court in a case over its weedkiller-resistant soybean seeds. We get an overview of the case and its potential implications for our food supply.

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Tree Cleanup After A Storm

Thursday, Nov 1, 2012 at 1:06 p.m.
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How trees around the city, businesses and homeowners fared during superstorm Sandy, and what can be done to prepare for future storms.

http://thekojonnamdishow.org/shows/2012-10-29/bbc-under-fire-psychology-scandal

The BBC Under Fire: Psychology Of A Scandal

Monday, Oct 29, 2012 at 12:33 p.m.
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We explore the ongoing repercussions of the sexual abuse scandal at the BBC, and find out how criminal behavior can go unexposed for so long at large institutions.

http://thekojonnamdishow.org/shows/2012-10-25/one-night-janis-joplin

One Night With Janis Joplin

Thursday, Oct 25, 2012 at 12:32 p.m.
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Mary Bridget Davies stars as the iconic rocker Janis Joplin, who overdosed at age 27. Sabrina Elayne Carten co-stars, performing the work of the legendary blues singers who influenced Joplin.

http://thekojonnamdishow.org/shows/2012-09-03/labor-day-and-dnc

Labor Day And The DNC

Monday, Sep 3, 2012 at 1:06 p.m.
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Labor leaders, civil rights activists and protesters are gearing up for the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.

The Kojo Nnamdi Show is produced by member-supported WAMU 88.5 in Washington DC.