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Sunday Magazine 11.15.09
1. Activist-artist MamaCoAtl talks about the November 25th “ International Day to Eliminate Violence Towards Women and Girls” that will be celebrated with a gathering outside San Francisco City Hall at noon and followed by 16 days of action and healing.
2. Lisa Bennett, Communications Director for the Center for Ecoliteracy in Berkeley, talks about the importance of incorporating “green curriculum” in K-12 grades and she explains what’s in their new book “Smart by Nature: Schooling for Sustainability.”
3. Dan Hoyle, creator and star of the one-man show “Tings Deh Happen” at the Marines Memorial Theatre in San Francisco, explains how his year in Nigeria on a Fulbright Scholarship helped shape his current show.
1. Bruce Bueno de Mesuita, a professor at NYU and researcher at the Hoover Institution at Stanford University, talks about his new book "The Predictioneer's Game: Using the Logic of Brazen Self-Interest to See and Shape the Future."
2. Dr. Dave Atkin, Chief of orthopedics at St. Luke's Hospital, an orthopedic surgeon at SOMA Orthopedics Medical Group and part of the volunteer group Operation Rainbow talks about the medical missions to Central and South America, Cuba, and other countries, where they provide free medical services.
3. Sylvia Rosales Fike, Founder, President and CEO of AnewAmerica, talks about her organization's three year microbusiness incubation program designed to help immigrants and refugees start and maintain businesses, and their 10 year anniversary gala on November 19th.
1. Dr. Kelly Werner, a psychologist working on a study at StanfordUniversity, explains what “social shyness” is and who is eligible to be in the study that offers two different types of therapy. www.caan.stanford.edu email: stanfordshyness@gmail.com
2. Andrew Altschul, the Director of the Center for Literary Arts and an assistant professor of creative writing at San JoseStateUniversity, talks about upcoming author events and the art of writing. www.litart.org
3. Banafsheh Akhlaghi, Western Regional Director of Amnesty International USA, talks about the work Amnesty does around the world and what programs and lectures will be taking place at the conference in San Francisco November 6th through 8th. www.amnestyusa.org 415-288-1800
Sunday Magazine 10.25.2009
1. Natural Resources Defense Council’s senior attorney for the Lands Program Joanna Wald talks about why our National Parks are at risk and what individuals can do to help maintain and preserve the parks. www.nrdc.org
2. Nina Merrill with the San Francisco General Hospital Foundation talks about their Heroes and Hearts program and explains how to nominate someone to be a hero. The Foundation supports patient programs at the General by raising funds and recruiting volunteers. www.sfghf.net
3. Attorney Sheri Powers, Director of the Unity Council’s HomeownershipCenter in Oakland, explains why so many people are losing their homes to foreclosure and offers ideas on how to avoid bad or unrealistic home loans. www.untiycouncil.org
Sunday Magazine 10.18.2009
1. Judith Klain, Director of Project Homeless Connect, Bryan Farrell of United Sight, and Erica Perng from Blue Shied of California, talk about the 29th Project Homeless Connect event on October 28th at Bill Graham Civic Auditorium.
2. Elizabeth Williams, Director of Marketing and membership, and David Whitman, Director of the Tech Awards, talk about the exhibits and programs at the Tech Museum of San Jose. The new Star Trek exhibition opens soon.
3. Dr. Arthur Ammann, a pediatrician and President of Global Strategies for HIV Prevention, talks about the current status of HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment in the world. Their fundraisier "Hope Walks" takes place on October 25th in San Rafael.
1. Bill Ryerson, President of Population Media Center and President of the Population Institute, talks about his organizations’ efforts to educate the public about population issues through the use of popular media. He also talks about the upcoming Bioneers Conference in San Rafael October 16th-18th.
2. Annie Lawson from San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, Janine Okmin from The Contemporary Jewish Museum, and Irina Zadov from Zeum, talk about the programs and exhibitions at their museums and the upcoming free museum day on October 18th.
3. Investigative Reporter Samuel Logan talks about the issue of gang violence in the United States and around the world. His new book is “This is for the Mara Salvatrucha: Inside the MS-13, America’s Most Violent Gang.”
1. Not My Priorities founders Ellen Augustine and Barry Hermanson explain why they want to change the way the federal budget is spent and offer suggestions for listeners to find out how they can have a say in where their tax dollars are spent.
2. Peggy Kennedy, author of “Approaching Neverland,” discusses the issue of living in a family where one member has a mental illness that affects everyone around them.
3. Mark Fishkin, Director of the Mill Valley Film Festival, talks about the upcoming movies and events that take place October 8th through the 18th in Mill Valley, Corte Madera, and San Rafael.
1. JonathanGelbard, Executive Director of Conservation Value institute, explains why green business is not only good for the environment but is profitable as well.
2. Connie Wolf, Director of the Contemporary Jewish Museum, talks about the museum and the current Maurice Sendak exhibit and other shows and events at the facility.
2. Linda Ronstadt, artistic director of the San Jose Mariachi and Mexican Heritage Festival, talks about the activities and performances that are part of this year's event.
3. Frank Bruni, who was the restaurant reviewer for the New York Times for the past 5 years, talks about his new book "Born Round: The Secret History of a Full-time Eater."
1. Barbara Lane, Director of Lectures and Literature at the Jewish Community center in San Francisco, and author Daniel Handler talk about the September 14th event with Daniel interviewing author Lorrie Moore, and other events and classes offered by the JCC San Francisco.
3. Dr. Len Saputo, author of "A Return to Healing," explains what is right and what is wrong about our current health care system and offers ideas on how to fix the problem.
2. Michael Franti, musician and Global Ambassador for CARE, talks about his music and mission to help fight poverty and human rights abuses around the world and his upcoming free concert in Golden Gate Park on September 12th, and Beth Kuenstler with CARE talks about the global forum at the Herbst Theatre in San Francisco on September 13th.
3. Margo Sidener, President and CEO of Breathe California, talks about the work her organization does to fight lung diseases and air pollution.
www.lungsrus.org
Sunday Magazine 08.30.2009
1. CBS 5’s meteorologist Roberta Gonzales talks about her upcoming bicycle ride, the fundraiser for Best Buddies, and she explains how she started her radio and television career.
2. Ron Gonzales, President and CEO of the Hispanic Foundation of Silicon Valley, explains what his organization does and the upcoming fashion charity event at Santana Row and the organization’s big Hispanic Charity Ball on October 17th in San Jose.
3. Sonoma Valley Vintners and Growers’ Executive Director Grant Raeside talks about his organization and the upcoming Sonoma Country Weekend event and fundraiser, and Pam Gibson, board member of the Sonoma Community Center, explains what programs the center offers area residents year round.
1.Rod Diridon, Executive Director of the Mineta Transportation Institute talks about the master degree program to get into a transportation safety management career.
3. Sam Barry, harmonica player/teacher and writer, talks about his new book “How to Play the Harmonic: And Other Life Lessons,” and teaches me how to play the harmonica!
Sunday Magazine 08.16.2009
1.The Reverend Will Scott of Grace cathedral talks about the different programs offered at the church and in the community. www.gracecathedral.org
2.Pixar’s Brad Bird talks about the art of film and the Smith Rafael Theatre event featuring the movie Dr. Strangelove and a Q & A session with Mr. Bird. www.cafilm.org
3. Swords to Plowshares Executive Director Michael Blecker talks about the programs and services they offer to all veterans. www.stp-sf.org
Sunday Magazine 08.09.2009
1. Marilyn Yalom, author of "The American Resting Place: Four Hundred Years of History Through Our Cemeteries and Burial Grounds."
2. Dr. James Forcier, professor of economics at the University of San Francisco, talks about the current state of the economy and his upcoming presentation at the Commonwealth Club of California.
3. Steve Croft, an astronomer at University of California at Berkeley, talks about the study of astronomy, the telescope he's currently working on, and the free monthly lectures on campus.
1. Dr. David Kessler, a pediatrician and former commissioner of the US FDA, discusses the current obesity epidemic, how it happened and how we can start to reverse the trend. His new book is "The End of Overeating."
3. Dr. Peter Brown, author of "Right Relationship," talks about humans' relationship to nature. He discusses a new model of economy that will enhance our lives while preserving the environment.
www.moraleconomy.org
Sunday Magazine 07.26.2009
1. Harlen Coban, author of "Long Lost," talks about his writing career and the movies and television shows made from his books.
2. Ellen Ruppel Shell, Professor of Journalism at Boston University, explains our culture of "discount and deals" in her new book "Cheap: The High Cost of Discount Culture."
3. Breakthrough Collaborative's National Executive Director Beth Porter and Ieesha McKinzie, an Associate in the Development and Communications Department, explain the importance of middle school education. Their annual fundraising event is September 16th at the Fairmont in San Francisco.
2. San Francisco Jewish Film Festival's Executive Director Peter Stein and Program Director Nancy Fishman talk about the upcoming event July 23rd through August 10th.
3. San Francisco Giants President Larry Baer talks about baseball, the team's community involvement, and his start in sports broadcasting and business.
1. John Morrison, Director of Education for the California Film Institute, and Richard Peterson, Director of Programming for the Smith Rafael Film Center, talk about upcoming film events and classes.
3. AIDS Walk San Francisco Event Director Molly Lorenz and San Francisco AIDS Foundation Participant Relations Manager Cal Callahan talk about the upcoming fundraising walk in July and the services provided year round by the SF AIDS Foundation.
1. Micheal Pope, Executive director of Alzheimer's Services of the East Bay, Dr. Sue Londerville, Consulting Physician for the organization, and Robin Raymer, a caregiver for her parent who has Alzheimer's, all discuss the various aspects of the disease and the services available to those who have Alzheimer's and their families and caregivers.
2. Author Lisa see talks about her new novel "Shanghai Girls," which includes a lot of history of Angel Island and immigration from China to the United States.
3. Dr. Reza Aslan, a writer and scholar of religion, discusses his new book "How to Win a Cosmic War: God, Globalization, and the End of the War on Terror. www.rezaaslan.com
Sunday Magazine: 06.12.2009
1. Antonia Juhasz, author of "The Tyranny of Oil," talks about the new report she is the lead author on, "The True Cost of Chevron: An Alternative Annual Report."
2. Registered nurse Dana Canali talks about her recent working trip to a hugely overcrowded refugee camp in Eastern Kenyan with Doctors Without Borders.
1. New York Times reporter Warren St. John talks about his experience researching the book "Outcasts United" and the issues of immigration and racism in America today.
3. Greg Dalton, Director of the Commonwealth Club of California's Climate One Program, talks about their upcoming event featuring a discussion between the CEO of Chevron and the Executive Director of the Sierra Club.
2. Ed DiMasi, Deputy Director of Project Homeless Connect, and Sharon Narita, a consultant with sponsoring company Deloitte, talk about volunteering and the upcoming PHC # 28 on June 5th at Bill Graham Civic in San Francisco.
3. San Francisco Sheriff Mike Hennessey talks about what his department does, job opportunities in law enforcement, and what music he listens to when he's not at work!
1.Peter Taback, VP of Communications for the San Francisco AIDS Foundation, talks about the upcoming AIDS Lifecycle fundraising bicycle ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles and the year round services offered by the organization.
2. Gina Baleria, Director of Literary Events for the Commonwealth Club of California, discusses upcoming author events and the big June 4th event to honor the winners of the California Book Awards.
2. Chris Gardner, the man made famous in the Will Smith movie "The Pursuit of Happyness," talks about his new book "Start Where You Are," and offers strategies on living a more successful life.
1. Sonoma Jazz Plus Festival Producer Jim Horowitz talks about the Labor Day weekend event and the music programs in local public schools that benefit from the money raised during the 4-day event.
2. Actor/director Peter Bonerz, who is co-directing the current run of Teatro Zinzanni in San Francisco, talks about the show, his history in show business and his other role as a teacher at USC.
3. Drummer/music producer Narada Michael Walden talks about the big concert at Davies Symphony Hall on May 25th featuring Sting and many other artists. It benefits Christopher Rodriguez, the Narada Michael Walden Foundation, and the San Francisco Conservatory of Music.
1. Storytellers and board members of the Storytelling Association of California Ellen Augustine and Kirk Waller talk about the May 16th and 17th Bay Area Storytelling Festival.
2. Attorney Nicolas Baran, Volunteer Legal Services Program, and employment law attorney Jeremy Pasternak discuss legal services available to people with low or no income, offer suggestions on when to get an attorney and how to find one that works well for your situation.
3. Ysabel Duran, KRON 4 weekend anchor and Founder and Executive Director of Latinas Contra Cancer talks about the services her organization offers and the May 10th fundraising walk starting at 9am at San Jose City Hall Plaza.
1. Smuin Ballet Director Celia Fushille talks about the company, the upcoming season, and the importance of dance and other arts in our schools and culture.
2. Arlene Stanich-Prince, Client services Director and Program Director for the 30-day Program at Ohlhoff Recovery Programs, and the Director of Marketing and Development, Sabrina Guthrie, explain the various programs, who the clients are, payment options, and the process of getting clean and sober.
3. Ashley McCumber, Executive Director of Meals on Wheels of San Francisco, talks about the history of the organization and their current services. He also discusses the May 17th Star Chefs Gala event that raises money for the organization.
1. Stop AIDS Project Deputy Director Jason Riggs and Development Director Christina Minchillo discuss the services the organization offers gay, bisexual and transgender men and the April 30th Dining Out for Life event.
2. Jen Shelnutt with St. Vincent de Paul Society of San Francisco talks about the services offered and the May 7th "Discarded to Divine" fashion event at 888 Brannon St in San Francisco.
3. Red Ladder Theatre Company Director Karen Altree Piemme explains how they serve segments of the community that might not otherwise have an opportunity to participate in theatre production and presentation.
2. Nathanial Frank, author of "Unfriendly Fire" and senior research fellow at the Palm Center, talks about his research on gays in the military around the world and the current U.S. policy.
3. Dr. Mardi Horowitz, a psychiatrist on staff at U.C.S.F. and author of "A Course in Happiness," discusses what makes us happy, why some people are happier than others, and offers ideas on how we can feel "happier" in our everyday lives.
1. Brian Riley, Managing Director of Merrill Lynch in San Francisco and a volunteer with the Commonwealth Club of California, talks about the April 17th annual "Distinguished Citizen Award Dinner," this year recognizing Social Entrepreneurship.
3. Jeannie Kortom, Founder and Executive Director of Home Away From Homelessness, talks about their programs serving homeless kids and their May 7th fundraising dinner event.
1. Sramana Mitra, Forbes columnist, talks about her new book "Entrepreneur Journeys. www.sramanamitra.com
2. Cora Jean's Old Skool Cafe Founder and Director Teresa Goines explains how helping young people learn job skills and putting them to work can change their lives and put them on a path to a better future.
3. Susie Smith, Director of Economic Security Initiatives for Insight Center for Community Economic Developments, talks about the challenges of seniors in our community and how everyone can get involved in improving the lives of those in need.
1. San Francisco International Asian American Film Festival director and assistant director talk about the films, the venues and special events. The festival runs through March 22nd.
3. U.C. Berkeley Psychology Professor Dacher Keltner talks about his new book "Born To Be Good." Keltner is also the Director of The Greater Good Science Center.
1. "On the Same Page" authors Joleen Higgin and Laurie Shea explain how they came up with the idea of their book for teachers and parents and the importance of the concepts that are covered in the book.
1. Dr. Judith Beck, Co-founder of the Beck Institute, discusses how emotions often influence what we eat, how much we eat, and she offers ways to maintain healthy eating habits.
3. Lisa Spinali, Executive Director of San Francisco School Volunteers, talks about their various programs and explains the importance of volunteering in our public schools.
1. Psychiatrist Dr. Nanette Gartrell explains how women can learn to say "No," something that many women have a tough time doing. Her new book is "My Answer is No, If That's OK With You."
2. Beyond Persia Executive Director Lale Welsh and Beyond Persia President Amir Salamat talk about the history of the organization and their mission of sharing Persian art and culture with everyone.
3. San Francisco Food Bank Executive Director Paul Ash talks about how the current economic situation and increasing unemployment is impacting his organization and offers ideas on how everyone can help by volunteering and/or donating to their local food banks.
1. Carol Fleming, chair of the member led forums at the Commonwealth Club of San Francisco, discusses President Lincoln's Gettysburg address, the topic she'll be sharing at her February 12th event at the Commonwealth Club.
2. Director Steven Soderbergh talks about the making of his movie "CHE."
3. Heroes & Hearts 2009: San Francisco General Hospital Foundation board member Pam Baer, Vet SOS Project Coordinator and honoree Dr. Ilana Stubel, and heart artist John Marvuglio all talk about the February 12th event to honor citizens that have made our community better by their efforts.
1. Dr. Judy Yung, professor emeritus at U.C. Santa Cruz, discusses the history of Chinatown and her upcoming lecture at the San Francisco Museum and Historical Society.
2. Carol Gillespie, Executive Director of the Asian American Donor Program, and Annie Doan, the Vietnamese Outreach Coordinator for the organization, talk about the need for minorities to register as bone marrow/stem cell donors.
1. Poet Calvin Trillin talks about his book, "Deciding the Decider," which is the 2008 election cycle in rhyme.
2. Sgt. Trent Cross, Public Affairs Coordinator for the CHP Greater Bay Area, and Sgt. Meg Planka who is in charge of hiring and recruitment, discuss safe driving, DUI, new laws for 2009, and careers in the CHP.
www.chp.ca.gov
3. Buddhist meditation teacher James Baraz talks about his once-a-month/10-month course "Awakening Joy."
2. Cheryl Jarvis, author of "The Necklace: 13 Women and the Experiment that Transformed Their lives," explains how the small idea turned into a grand event that eventually helped many women in need.
3. Paul Feig, creator of the TV show "Freaks and Geeks" and one of the executive producers and directors of the TV show "The Office," talks about his first novel, "Ignacious McFarland: Frequenaut," written for middle school readers.
Sunday Magazine 12.21.2008
1. Ann Cushman talks about her book "Enlightenment for Dummies."
2. Gary Paul Nabhan talks about seeds, food, agriculture, health, and the environment. His new book is "Where Our Food Comes From."
1. Douglas Harding, pilot and founder of Hope Flight Foundation, explains how his organization offers free flights to ill children who need medical treatment far from home.
2.Jeff Segal of the M.S. Foundation, Judy Finelli, the founder of San Francisco Circus Center and a person with M.S., and Chad Potter, a graduate of the Circus Center, talk about the disease, current treatment and research, and the "Naked Clown Calendar" that raises money for the M.S. Foundation.
3. Rod Diridon, Executive Director of the Mineta Transportation Institute at San Jose State University, discusses high speed rail, infrastructure projects, the university's masters program, and careers in the transportation management field.
3. Sherri Young, Executive Director of the African-American Shakespeare Company, talks about the upcoming production of "Cinderella," the history of the company, and how to be a part of the company.
1. Francoise Mouly, editorial director of the Toon Books series, discusses how children learn how to read and how that influenced this series of books for emerging readers.
2. Dr. Lucy Spelman, veterinarian and editor of "The Rhino With the Glue-On Shoes," talks about the stories written by wildlife and zoo veterinarians, and also explains the plight of the endangered gorillas in the world.
3. Judith Klain, executive director of Project Homeless Connect in San Francisco, and Dr. Joseph Elson from Project Homeless Connect 25 sponsor Kaiser Permanente, explain what happens at the event designed to bring homeless people to one place for all the services they may need.
1. Bill Somerville, President of Philanthropic Ventures Foundation, explains how you can target your donation to a specific project or cause through his organization.
3. Paul Ekman, Ph.D., discusses his new book, "Emotional Awareness: Overcoming the Obstacles to Psychological Balance and Compassion," which is a collection of his conversations with the Dalai Lama.
1. Sgt. Meg Planka of the California Highway Patrol discusses safe driving for the holidays and year round.
www.chp.ca.gov
2. Stress Management Coach Loretta LaRoche talks about the medical research into stress-related illnesses and problems and offers some advice for better managing stress in everyday life.
www.lorettalaroche.com
3. Mark Fishkin, Executive Director of the California Film Institute talks about upcoming events and ongoing programs presented at the Rafael Film Center. He also talks about the 30th anniversary of the Mill Valley Film Festival.
www.cafilm.org
12/23/07 Sunday Magazine
1. Reporter Robert Kurson explains the incredible journey of a blind man who regains his sight through new medical technology. His book is titled "Crashing Through."
2. Professor Bill McKibben has been talking about global warming since the early '80's. His new book "Deep Economy" looks at the possible economic fallout around the world if global warming continues at the current rate.
3. Writer Chris Jones talks about the history of the American and Russian space programs, the current programs and explains what happens when Space Station astronauts lose their ride home. His book is "Too Far From Home."
Sunday Magazine 12.02.2007
1. Thomas Homer-Dixon, Canadian university Professor, looks at imminent and/or catastrophic threats to our modern world and explains how society may totally breakdown or how people may step up and save/reinvent the world. His latest book is "The Upside of Down: Catastrophe, Creativity, and the Renewal of Civilization.
2. Bill Somerville, President of Philanthropic Ventures Foundation, explains how you can use your money in targeted ways and how philanthropy not only benefits the receiver, but the giver.
3. Project Homeless Connect Director Judith Klain talks about the December 5th event at Bill Graham Civic, how people can get services, and how volunteers can help. Tom Epstein, Vice President of Public Affairs for Blue Shield of California, explains why his company is sponsoring this event and the importance of corporate responsibility.
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