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CCE New Media Group newmedia@umn.edu no http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/?v=3.33.uthink http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss University of Minnesota Daniel Pink and Darlyne Bailey - June 3, 2008 - Darlyne Bailey, Dean of the University of Minnesota's College of Education and Human Development discusses the influential book A Whole New Mind: Why Right Brainers Will Rule the Future with author Daniel Pink. Daniel Pink and Darlyne Bailey - June 3, 2008 - Darlyne Bailey, Dean of the University of Minnesota's College of Education and Human Development discusses the influential book A Whole New Mind: Why Right Brainers Will Rule the Future with... http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2008/06/revenge_of_the_right_brainers.html 130854@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Tue, 03 Jun 2008 14:10:22 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Kerry Kennedy and Barbara Frey - May 13, 2008 - Barbara Frey, Director of the Human Rights Program in the College of Liberal Arts' Institute for Global Studies discusses human rights issues with Kerry Kennedy, author and founder of the Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Center for Human Rights. Kerry Kennedy and Barbara Frey - May 13, 2008 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2008/05/defending_human_rights.html 129256@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Tue, 13 May 2008 10:10:02 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Daniel Ellsberg and Larry Jacobs - February 26, 2008 - Larry Jacobs, the University of Minnesota’s Mondale Chair for Political Studies and Director of the Center of the Study of Politics and Governance at the Humphrey Institute, discusses American Democracy with Daniel Ellsberg, political activist and author. Daniel Ellsberg and Larry Jacobs - February 26, 2008 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2008/02/american_democracy_in_dissent.html 114182@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Tue, 26 Feb 2008 16:49:36 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Richard Leider and Richard Bolles - June 5, 2007 - Richard Leider, Senior Fellow at the Center for Spirituality and Healing and author of seven books including The Power of Purpose, is joined by Richard Bolles, author of the best- selling career planning book in history, What Color is Your Parachute, for a lively discussion of pursuing a purposeful life. Richard Leider and Richard Bolles - June 5, 2007 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2007/06/what_happened_to_your_parachut.html 110455@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Tue, 05 Jun 2007 14:46:49 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Donna Gabaccia and Ruben Martinez - May 8, 2007 - Donna Gabaccia, Director of the University’s renowned Immigration History Research Center, traces global immigration issues with Ruben Martinez, award-winning journalist and author of The New Americans and Crossing Over: A Mexican Family on the Migrant Trail. Donna Gabaccia and Ruben Martinez - May 8, 2007 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2007/05/global_immigration_issues_when.html 110454@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Tue, 08 May 2007 14:44:01 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Kathryn Sikkink and Juan Mendez - April 24, 2007 - Regents Professor Kathryn Sikkink, author of numerous books including Mixed Signals: U.S. Human Rights Policy and Latin America, discusses international human rights with Juan Mendez, a human rights lawyer and former political prisoner from Argentina who was named the first Special Adviser on Genocide Prevention at the United Nations. Kathryn Sikkink and Juan Mendez - April 24, 2007 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2007/04/for_one_for_all_international.html 110451@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Tue, 24 Apr 2007 14:41:07 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Robert Elde and Larry Rosenstock - March 27, 2007 - Robert Elde, Dean of the College of Biological Sciences, envisions an inspiring future for K-12 education with Larry Rosenstock, founder and CEO of San Diego’s innovative charter school High Tech High. Robert Elde and Larry Rosenstock - March 27, 2007 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2007/03/bridging_the_digital_divide_th.html 110450@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Tue, 27 Mar 2007 14:38:10 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Allen Levine and David Kessler - February 20, 2007 - Allen Levine, Dean of the College of Food, Agricultural, and Natural Resource Sciences, explores the complex causes of the obesity epidemic with David Kessler, former Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration. Allen Levine and David Kessler - February 20, 2007 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2007/02/whats_making_america_fat_the_o.html 110449@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Tue, 20 Feb 2007 14:31:26 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Phyllis Moen and Marc Freedman - May 16, 2006 - Dramatic social changes and shifting demographics are starting to alter our traditional notion of retirement. In this conversation, two innovative thinkers challenge previously held myths and explore new possibilities -- how to reshape retirement in ways that offer retirees a greater range of options while improving overall quality of life. Phyllis Moen and Marc Freedman - May 16, 2006 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2006/05/social_forces_reshaping_retire.html 110446@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Tue, 16 May 2006 14:27:55 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Judith Martin and Congressman Earl Blumenauer - May 1, 2006 - In the wake of Hurricane Katrina, the prospect of rebuilding New Orleans and the Gulf Coast in a manner that assures its safety and livability -- while preserving its unique character and heritage -- poses both daunting challenges and unprecedented opportunities. Join two visionary urbanists as they assess the various issues at hand. Judith Martin and Congressman Earl Blumenauer - May 1, 2006 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2006/05/rethinking_our_urban_environme.html 110443@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Mon, 01 May 2006 14:24:06 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Ann Forsyth and Nicolas P. Retsinas - March 28, 2006 - Housing that is well designed, sustainable and affordable has the power to strengthen our communities and revitalize our urban centers. In this discussion, two astute community development experts examine the complex dynamics shaping the current affordable housing debate. Ann Forsyth and Nicolas P. Retsinas - March 28, 2006 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2006/03/the_future_of_affordable_housi.html 110439@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Tue, 28 Mar 2006 14:21:16 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Deborah Swackhamer and David Schindler - February 28, 2006 - Water is one of life's most basic requirements. In this season's first conversation, two of the foremost authorities on water quality discuss the challenges and rewards of safeguarding our most precious natural resource. Deborah Swackhamer and David Schindler - February 28, 2006 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2006/02/protecting_water_quality_for_f.html 110437@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Tue, 28 Feb 2006 14:12:10 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Allen Isaacman and Graca Machel - April 19, 2005 - An inspiring advocate for human rights discusses the ravages of war on its most innocent victims with a renowned scholar of African history. Allen Isaacman and Graca Machel - April 19, 2005 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2005/04/the_struggle_and_hope_for_sout.html 104617@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Tue, 19 Apr 2005 16:44:58 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Wendy Pradt Lougee and Henry Petroski - March 9, 2005 - Two leading thinkers discuss how curiosity and research can unravel the extraordinary stories behind ordinary objects. Wendy Pradt Lougee and Henry Petroski - March 9, 2005 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2005/03/design_of_everyday_life.html 104616@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Wed, 09 Mar 2005 16:43:54 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Anne Taylor and Vivian Pinn - February 8, 2005 - Two leading figures in women's health discuss the debate over the relevance of race in determining preventive medicine and the disparities in access to quality health care for patients determined by gender and ethnicity. Anne Taylor and Vivian Pinn - February 8, 2005 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2005/02/gender_and_race_in_medical_tre.html 104615@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Tue, 08 Feb 2005 16:42:10 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota J. Brian Atwood and Clare Short, M.P. - November 10, 2004 - Major figures in U.S. and U.K. politics discuss the results of the 2004 American Presidential election and the war in Iraq. J. Brian Atwood and Clare Short, M.P. - November 10, 2004 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2004/11/an_international_political_per.html 104614@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Wed, 10 Nov 2004 16:40:43 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Mary Jo Kane and Donna Lopiano - October 11, 2004 - After 32 years, two of this country's leading figures in women's sports look back on the hard-won accomplishments of Title IX and discuss their hopes and dreams for the future. Mary Jo Kane and Donna Lopiano - October 11, 2004 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2004/10/a_revolution_in_womens_sports.html 104613@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Mon, 11 Oct 2004 16:38:09 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Thomas Frank and Catherine Liu - May 11, 2004 - Thomas Frank, bestselling author of What’s the Matter with Kansas?, in conversation with U of M Professor Catherine Liu. Thomas Frank and Catherine Liu - May 11, 2004 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2004/05/populism_in_the_heartland.html 131370@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Tue, 11 May 2004 15:36:06 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Jared Diamond and G. David Tilman - April 13, 2004 - Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jared Diamond discussing the world’s ecological future with U of M Regents Professor G. David Tilman. Jared Diamond and G. David Tilman - April 13, 2004 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2004/04/predicting_the_worlds_ecologic.html 131369@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Tue, 13 Apr 2004 15:35:39 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Harold Shapiro and Jeffrey Kahn - March 23, 2004 - Harold Shapiro, former Chair of the National Bioethics Advisory Commission, in conversation with Jeffrey Kahn, Director of the U of M’s Center for Bioethics. Harold Shapiro and Jeffrey Kahn - March 23, 2004 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2004/03/bioethics_in_the_national_spot.html 131368@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Tue, 23 Mar 2004 15:35:10 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Gail Sheehy and Pauline Boss - February 25, 2004 - U of M Professor Pauline Boss discussing the psychological aftermath of 9/11 with bestselling author Gail Sheehy. Gail Sheehy and Pauline Boss - February 25, 2004 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2004/02/the_loss_of_911_two_perspectiv.html 131367@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Wed, 25 Feb 2004 15:36:06 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Richard Florida and Robert Bruininks - January 20, 2004 - Richard Florida, author of The Rise of the Creative Class, discussing economic development with U of M President Robert Bruininks. Richard Florida and Robert Bruininks - January 20, 2004 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2004/01/nurturing_the_creative_class.html 131366@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Tue, 20 Jan 2004 15:34:18 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Anne Kapuscinski and Margaret Mellon - April 22, 2003 - U of M Professor Anne Kapuscinski discussing biotechnology and the environment with Margaret Mellon, Union of Concerned Scientists. Anne Kapuscinski and Margaret Mellon - April 22, 2003 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2003/04/biotechnology_and_the_environm.html 131365@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Tue, 22 Apr 2003 15:33:40 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Thomas Dunfee and Norman Bowie - March 17, 2003 - Thomas Dunfee of The Wharton School discussing recent corporate scandals with Norman Bowie, U of M’s Carlson School of Management. Thomas Dunfee and Norman Bowie - March 17, 2003 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2003/03/business_ethics.html 131364@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Mon, 17 Mar 2003 15:33:11 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Desmond Tutu and Robert Jones - February 25, 2003 - Archbishop Desmond Tutu discussing the fight against apartheid in South Africa with U of M Vice President Robert Jones. Desmond Tutu and Robert Jones - February 25, 2003 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2003/02/human_rights.html 131363@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Tue, 25 Feb 2003 15:32:42 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Eva Hoffman and Patricia Hampl - November 19, 2002 - Polish author Eva Hoffman discussing the memoir with Patricia Hampl, U of M Regents Professor of English and Creative Writing. Eva Hoffman and Patricia Hampl - November 19, 2002 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2002/11/the_art_of_remembering.html 131362@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Tue, 19 Nov 2002 15:32:13 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Joseph Polisi and Margo Garret - October 22, 2002 - Joseph Polisi, President of Juilliard, in conversation with U of M Professor Margo Garret on the occation of the 100th anniversary of the School of Music. Joseph Polisi and Margo Garret - October 22, 2002 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2002/10/the_future_of_music_education.html 131361@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Tue, 22 Oct 2002 15:31:44 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Judith Miller and Michael Osterholm - September 24, 2002 - New York Times Journalist Judith Miller discussing germ warfare with Michael Osterholm, Director of the U of M’s Center for Infectious Diseases. Judith Miller and Michael Osterholm - September 24, 2002 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2002/09/the_war_with_germs.html 131360@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Tue, 24 Sep 2002 15:31:15 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Cornel West and John Wright - May 7, 2002 - Bestselling Author Cornel West discussing Black intellectual history with U of M Professor John Wright. Cornel West and John Wright - May 7, 2002 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2002/05/black_intellectual_history.html 131359@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Tue, 07 May 2002 15:30:39 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Brian Lamb and Jane Kirtley - April 2, 2002 - Brian Lamb, Founder of C-SPAN, in conversation with Jane Kirtley, Director of the U of M Silha Center for Media Ethics and Law. Brian Lamb and Jane Kirtley - April 2, 2002 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2002/04/the_media.html 131358@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Tue, 02 Apr 2002 15:29:58 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Austin Smith and Catherine Verfaillie - March 26, 2002 - Dr. Austin Smith, University of Edinburgh, discussing stem cell research with Dr. Catherine Verfaillie, Director of the U of M's Stem Cell Institute. Austin Smith and Catherine Verfaillie - March 26, 2002 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2002/03/the_stem_cell_revolution.html 131356@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Tue, 26 Mar 2002 14:39:51 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Steven Holl and Thomas Fisher - February 19, 2002 - Steven Holl discussing his addition to the U of M's architecture building with Dean Thomas Fisher. Steven Holl and Thomas Fisher - February 19, 2002 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2002/02/visionary_architecture_1.html 131355@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Tue, 19 Feb 2002 14:37:17 -0600 1:30:00 University of Minnesota Paul Begala and Mark Yudof - January 15, 2002 - Political strategist Paul Begala in conversation with his former law professor, then U of M President Mark Yudof. Paul Begala and Mark Yudof - January 15, 2002 http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/2002/01/inside_politics.html 131353@http://blog.lib.umn.edu/ccemedia/podcasts/ Tue, 15 Jan 2002 14:24:12 -0600 1:30:00