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Memorial Day: The Story of Corporal Glenn J. Watkins May 27, 2019

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I want to start off by saying Thank You to all service members of the military who fight to protect us and give us the freedoms we cherish so much. Today, on Memorial Day, we specifically remember those that gave the ultimate sacrifice in service of their country. Telling the stories of those that have given their lives for us is one of the best ways to honor them and keep their memory alive. Today, we speak to National Guard officer Robert Perry. He will be sharing the story of one of his friends Corporal Glenn J. Watkins, who was killed on April 5, 2005 by an IED during Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Next, as we continue to celebrate Memorial Day many of use the opportunity to travel and get away and you might just be staying at a hotel, but beware the fine print…hotel fees are starting to get out of hand. Hotels have gotten creative in making you pay mandatory fees with few options for getting out of them. They are often called resort fees, destination fees, housekeeping fees and more. Scott McCartney, travel editor for the WSJ, joins us to talk about why you need to read the fine print about extra fees when booking a hotel.

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WEEKEND EDITION - Part Two May 26, 2019

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This is a compilation of the most compelling stories of the week.

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WEEKEND EDITION - Part One May 25, 2019

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This is a compilation of the most compelling stories of the week.

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The Harsh Reality as Millennials Approach Middle Age May 24, 2019

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Millennials at the far end of the spectrum are turning 38 this year and are approaching middle age. The bad news is that they are playing catch up in the game of life. New data shows that they are in worse financial shape than every preceding living generation and may never recover. A lot of factors go into why Millennials are in their current situation… they began their working life when the recession hit, they have less wealth, less property, lower marriage rates and fewer children. Paul Overberg, reporter for the WSJ, joins for the current state of millennials and the impacts on the future.

Next, if you are accused of stealing an animatronic robot from Disney World, it’s probably a smart idea not to start a Disney-related twitter account and post pictures of the stolen robot. Patrick Spikes has been accused of stealing over $14,000 in items from Disney World using underground tunnels to get backstage and then selling them online for at least $30,000. Kelly Weill, reporter for the Daily Beast, joins us for how spikes was sneaking around and stealing out of the back door of Disney.

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How Can a Former Jihadist Get Integrated Back Into Society? 'American Taliban' John Lindh Released From Prison Today. May 23, 2019

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America was first introduced to him in December 2001. He became known as the “American Taliban” and he is set to be released from prison today. John Walker Lindh is being released after serving 17 years of a 20 year sentence for providing support to the Taliban. John Woolfolk, reporter for the San Jose Mercury News, joins us for who the “American Taliban” is and the big questions how does a former jihadist get integrated back into society.

Next, Washington has become the first state in the country to legalize human composting. Before the only acceptable means of disposition of a human body was burial or cremation, now we have “natural organic reduction.” The process involves wood chips, takes about four weeks, and yields about two wheelbarrows worth of soil. Brendan Kiley, reporter for the Seattle Times, joins us for a new alternative to burial or cremation.

Finally, President Trump and Democrats continue their fight with each other and nothing is getting done. What started off as a meeting on infrastructure ended with a press conference in the Rose Garden where the president said he would not work with Democrats until they stop investigating him. Daniel Lippman, reporter for Politico, joins us for the big walk out by the president.

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Wealthier Students Given Advantage During SAT/ACT Testing May 22, 2019

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Many more students, especially in affluent areas are getting extra time to take the SAT. After the big college admissions cheating scandal came to light, there is more scrutiny on the whole process and a WSJ analysis shows that there has been an increase in special allowances that give students more time or other accommodations when taking tests. Doug Belkin, Higher education reporter for the WSJ, tells us about “504 designations.”

Next, the trial for NXIVM sex cult leader Keith Raniere continues in court and testimony is shedding more light on the practices of the group and also what went down when Raniere was arrested. Just before he would engage in group sex with his slaves, federal agents busted in to arrest him and he hid in a walk-in closet, leaving the women to cover for him. Pilar Melendez, reporter for the Daily Beast, breaks down the latest.

Finally, former White House counsel Don McGahn was subpoenaed to appear before the House Judiciary Committee and testify on ways that Trump could possibly have obstructed justice. All Democrats got was an empty chair after he refused to show on orders from the White House. Kyle Cheney, congressional reporter for Politico, joins us for the no-show and increased calls for an impeachment inquiry.

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Conflicts with Iran Continue to Escalate May 21, 2019

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President Trump has warned Iran not to threaten the U.S. again or it will face its “official end” shortly after a rocket landed near the US Embassy in Baghdad. Iran quickly responded with a hashtag, #NeverThreatenAnIranian. The US has deployed bombers and an aircraft carrier to the area, as Iran has increased its uranium enrichment production. Nahal Toosi, foreign affairs correspondent for Politico, joins us to discuss the rising tensions with Iran.

Next, is revenge porn considered free speech? The Illinois Supreme Court has heard arguments on whether the state’s revenge porn law violates freedom of speech after a woman sent nude photos of her husband’s mistress to friends and family as an example for why the marriage went bad. Deanna Paul, former sex crimes prosecutor, joins us to discuss revenge porn laws.

Finally, now that Game of Thrones is over, has appointment TV officially ended? Will there ever be another show that you have to make time to watch when it airs… or have streaming services and social media changed the way we watch TV? My producer Miranda joins us to discuss if we’ll ever all watch a show together again.

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Bill Barr's Call to Investigate the Investigators May 20, 2019

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As various restrictive abortion bills have been enacted recently, President Trump has weighed in saying he is “strongly pro-life” but also puts himself at odds with some of the more extreme bills. Attorney General Bill Barr is ready to investigate the investigators, one GOP Rep. is calling for impeachment, and the trade war with China continues to hurt farmers. Ginger Gibson, political reporter for Reuters, joins us to break it all down.

Next, genetic genealogy has been a great tool for law enforcement leading us to the Golden Stare Killer and closing many other cold cases, but critics fear we might be on a slippery slope where this tool is used to investigate less serious crimes. DNA genealogy sites only let police use their info in cases of homicide or sexual assault, but for the first time, it was just used to identify a suspect in a violent assault. Peter Aldhous, reporter for Buzzfeed News, joins us for the latest use of forensic genealogy.

Finally, a conversation about the most important meal of the day… Breakfast. But is it really? Or is it all just marketing? Amanda Mull, writer at The Atlantic, joins us for a look at where the concept of the quick, modern American breakfast comes from, how important breakfast is, and why you shouldn’t be afraid to eat a chicken parmesan hoagie for breakfast.

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WEEKEND EDITION - Cancer Fakers Online, Alexis Spying, and Dog Disease Spreading to Humans May 19, 2019

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This is a compilation of the most compelling stories of the week.

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WEEKEND EDITION - Abortion Bills, Immigration Proposals, and Scooter Data Grab May 18, 2019

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