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The High Cost of Higher Education May 07, 2009

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The rising cost of tuition and fees makes college inaccessible for millions of young Americans while others graduate with tens of thousands of dollars in debt. We look at their plight, their prospects and President Obama's plan to take over student loans and create a big, new entitlement program. Also, the stress test results, and the best record in baseball and performance-enhancing drugs.

Afghanistan, Pakistan and American Security May 06, 2009

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In Washington, the Obama Administration is hosting two weak leaders from strategic countries threatened by militant fundamentalists. Can the presidents of Pakistan and Afghanistan make common cause against the Taliban? Also, stocks rise on latest Labor Department report, and the so-called "torture memos" and possible legal discipline.

What's Next for the 'Two-State Solution?' May 05, 2009

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The newly elected leaders of the US and Israel will meet later this month to tackle the ongoing struggle for peace in the Middle East. Will they agree to disagree on coping with Iran's nuclear program and about a so-called "two-state solution" with the Palestinians? Also, banks get stress test results, and cracking down on the Cayman Islands.

Today, It's Chrysler... Tomorrow, GM? May 04, 2009

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Chrysler's been forced into bankruptcy with hopes of merging with Fiat in just a few weeks. Presuming that all goes well, will American drivers take to Italian cars? Also, Obama's plan to curb corporate tax havens, and the underground world of steroids for the brain.

Can We Have a 'Pandemic' without the Panic? May 01, 2009

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President Obama says he’s “optimistic” about the coming pandemic of swine flu. We look at what is and is not being done and what history reveals about the dangers of over-reaction. Also, Judge David Souter to leave the Supreme Court, and ten years of genetic study reveals new insights about Africans and African-Americans.

A Hard Rain's Falling for the Class of 2009 Apr 30, 2009

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The college class of 2009 faces a market with fewer jobs at lower salaries. Applications for volunteer national service are up by more than 200%. We talk with college graduates and others. Also, while Chrysler files for bankruptcy, at Bank of America, a shareholder revolt.

Does One Senator Make a Political Trend? Apr 29, 2009

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On his hundredth day, President Obama thanked Pennsylvania Senator Arlen Specter for switching parties. Will Specter be a better Democrat than he was a Republican? Has the GOP gone so far right that it can't appeal to the centrists and independents who decide most elections? Also, vaccines and variations in the Swine Flu outbreak, and melting ice and international politics in the Arctic.

Remember...Iraq? Apr 28, 2009

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The US is handing over control to Iraq's own security forces as it prepares to withdraw combat troops from all Iraqi cities by June 30. But strains in political reconciliation and a new wave of bombings threaten to re-ignite simmering sectarian tensions between Sunnis and Shiites. Also, a prominent Republican Senator changes parties, and an update on swine flu.

Detroit Revs Up One More Time Apr 27, 2009

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The latest news from Detroit includes Chrysler's efforts this weekend to make deals that will keep it from heading to bankruptcy. Meantime, General Motors announced a revised business plan today, as well as the closure of historic Pontiac line. What concessions did the unions make? What does Chrysler need to do to convince creditors not to pull the plug? What's next for the big three? Also, the swine flu pandemic, and journalists in jail. Who’s watching out for the watchdogs? Sara Terry guest hosts.

A Medical Miracle with Conflicting Consequences Apr 24, 2009

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Some 80 million baby boomers are reaching their late 50's. Will an aging population burden the young or use the wisdom that comes from experience to create a better society? Also, the Big Three automakers are tottering, and stopping a plague of crickets with hard rock music.

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