The role of the Fed The Federal Reserve is expected to lower interest rates, to help avoid an economic recession. Among the troubling signs are the mortgage crisis, cutbacks in consumer spending, and more reliance on credit cards.9:06 a.m.
Guests
James Hamilton: Professor of economics at the University of California San Diego. He blogs at Econbrowser.com.
Mark Zandi: Chief economist at Moody's Economy.com.
War on cancer One scientist says corrupt agencies and compromised researchers are responsible for hindering medical progress on the prevention of cancer.10:06 a.m.
Guests
Devra Davis: Professor of epidemiology at the University of Pittsburgh. Her latest book is "The Secret History of the War on Cancer." She was also a National Book Award finalist for her book, "When Smoke Ran Like Water."
Talking Volumes The new season of Talking Volumes welcomes Barbara Kingsolver on Nov. 11 at 7 p.m.
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