The next steps in the bridge investigation
A former National Safety Transportation Board official and a structural engineer join Midmorning to talk about the investigation process into the bridge collapse, and what's been learned from past bridge failures.9:06 a.m.Jon Hanson: distinguished professor emeritus of Structural Engineering and Mechanics at North Carolina State University. He worked on several bridge failure investigations with Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, a forensic engineering firm.
Barry Sweedler: is a partner with Safety and Policy Analysis International. During his 31 years with the National Transportation Safety Board, he was involved in several accident investigations, include TWA Flight 800.
Keeping the peace with jazz
A critically acclaimed member of a New Orleans "first family" of jazz shares his love for Count Basie and his theories on music and performance.10:06 a.m.Delfeayo Marsalis: is a trombonist, band leader, and Grammy-winning producer. His latest album is called "Minions Dominion" (2006).
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