Energy from our prairies A new study in the journal Nature suggests that prairie grass may be a more efficient and practical source for biofuel than soy or even corn.9:06 a.m.
Guests
David Tilman: Director of Cedar Creek Natural History area and chair of the Ecology Department at the University of Minnesota.
Love and money Wall Street Journal reporter and columnist Jeff Opdyke provides readers with a window into his own personal financial dealings, and in the process says he often makes himself look pretty foolish. He joins Midmorning to talk about his column, and about the issues raised when family and finance meet.10:06 a.m.
Guests
Jeff Opdyke: Reporter and author of the Love & Money column for the Wall Street Journal.
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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