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Thursday, October 9, 2008

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  • Paul BegalaInside political strategy
    The second in a series of conversations with political insiders who look skeptically at the path of their party. The economy is once again the focus for Democrats as it was when Paul Begala helped get Bill Clinton elected in 1992. But that doesn't mean Democrat presidential nominee Barack Obama will have an easy time come election day.9:06 a.m.
    Guests
    Paul Begala: Democratic strategist and political analyst on CNN. He's the former advisor for President Bill Clinton. His new book is "Third Term: Why George W. Bush Loves John McCain."
    Resources
    About Paul Begala
    Midmorning conversation with David Frum
  • Kerri Miller and Richard RussoTalking Volumes with Richard Russo
    Author Richard Russo joins Kerri Miller as part of the Talking Volumes regional book club. Russo's latest book, just out in paperback, is "Bridge of Sighs."10:06 a.m.
    Guests
    Richard Russo: Pulitzer Prize-winning American novelist, known for depicting blue-collar life in depressed towns.
    Resources
    Talking Volumes Web site

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    The new season of Talking Volumes welcomes Barbara Kingsolver on Nov. 11 at 7 p.m.
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