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Monday, June 29, 2009

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  • Warren Buffett and Bill GatesHow the super rich serve society
    The wealthiest 5 percent might spend much more than the rest of us, lend capital to build industries and support causes, but do the rich really serve society the way they used to? A look at whether the wealthy might help drive the next economy.9:06 a.m.
    Guests
    Charles Geisst: Finance historian and professor at Manhattan College. His forthcoming book is (on the credit crisis) "Collateral Damaged" (Aug 2009).
    Robert Frank: Economics professor at Cornell University. His latest book is called "The Economic Naturalist's Field Guide."
    Resources
    About Charles Geisst
    About Robert H. Frank
  • Iraqi security watchU.S. troops withdraw from Iraqi cities by June 30
    Recent bombings in Iraq have left 151 people dead. While Iraqis support the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Baghdad and other cities in Iraq, they are concerned their own police and military won't be able to stop the violence.9:45 a.m.
    Guests
    Michael O'Hanlon: Senior fellow at the Brookings Institution.
    More from MPR
    550 Minnesota Guard soldiers heading to Iraq (06/26/2009)
    Summer camp helps soldiers' kids adjust (06/24/2009)
    Resources
    About Michael O'Hanlon
  • BookshelfChoice summer reading
    Looking for some good literary fiction to take to the cabin? Or a thriller for a hot night on the porch? Two book critics share their ideas for great summertime reading.10:06 a.m.
    Guests
    Sarah Weinman: Reviews mystery fiction for the Los Angeles Times and blogs at "Confessions of An Idiosyncratic Mind."
    Ron Charles: Book editor for the Washington Post Book World.
    Resources
    Confessions of an Idiosyncratic Mind
    Ron Charles's book reviews

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