Future of parks and public spaces City and state government budgets are tight, so where does that leave parks? As it turns out, some parks go from a wild idea to reality with the help of private funds. Robert Hammond took an elevated rail track and turned it into one of the most talked about parks in New York City, the High Line.9:06 a.m.
Guests
Robert Hammond: Co-founder and executive director of Friends of the High Line.
Cecily Hines: President of the Minneapolis Parks Foundation.
Booker T. Jones: Why "Green Onions" stays fresh Musician Booker T. Jones says he doesn't tire of the 1962 hit he recorded with the MGs, "Green Onions." After 20 years, Jones has a new album and is performing again, including a few dates with two of the original MGs.10:06 a.m.
Guests
Booker T. Jones: Musician, best known for his work with the MGs, but he also recorded with many other artists, including Otis Redding and Ray Charles. He also produced albums for Willie Nelson and Bill Withers. His new album is "Potato Hole."
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