The new segregation More than 40 years after the civil rights movement, America is becoming a more segregated society, as whites and blacks further separate themselves into racially homogenous communities. The show will include a speech by Georgetown law professor Sheryl Cashin, recorded at last Tuesday's Minnesota Meeting.9:06 a.m.
Guests
Emmett Carson: Outgoing head of the Minneapolis Foundation
Global Obesity Although widely viewed as an American problem, obesity is now becoming a global issue, with some health officials warning of an obesity pandemic.10:06 a.m.
Guests
Dr. Derek Yach: Director of Global Health at the Rockefeller Foundation. He's a former official of the World Health Organization.
Simone French: Professor in the division of epidemiology and community health at the University of Minnesota.
Talking Volumes The new season of Talking Volumes welcomes Barbara Kingsolver on Nov. 11 at 7 p.m.
Reporter forum Join Kerri Miller and intelligence reporters from the New York Times, Washington Post, and Wall Street Journal for a discussion about national security.
What Kerri's Reading Check out what Kerri's reading, see her upcoming conversations or listen to past episodes.
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