A diagnosis, and a prescription, for America's healthcare system
A doctor and expert in bioethics says there's a simple way to cover everyone's health care in the U.S. His approach would give individuals, rather than employers, the means to shop among insurers who would compete for their business.9:06 a.m.Ezekiel Emanuel, MD: Chair of the department of bioethics at the National Institutes of Health. His new book is "Healthcare, Guaranteed: A Simple, Secure Solution for America."
The music of summer
Sunny days, warm breezes, and languid nights all make us think of summer, and so do certain songs. Midmorning takes a look at the great songs of summertime.10:06 a.m.Bill DeVille: DJ on 89.3 The Current and host of the Musicheads podcast.
Jim DeRogatis: Music critic for the Chicago Sun-Times and co-host of Sound Opinions, which airs on 89.3 The Current on Sunday nights at 6 p.m.
Chris Roberts: Arts reporter for Minnesota Public Radio and host of The Local Show, which airs on 89.3 the Current on Sunday nights at 5 p.m.
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