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May 22  Insight: Qualifying for Tax-Exempt Status / Mead Kibbey / Alternative Education: Community Schools / James Cavern

What qualifies an organization for tax-exempt status? Sacramento Historian and WWII veteran remembers his experiences at war. Harmon Johnson Elementary School recognized for excellence. Singer-songwriter performs in studio.

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Jan 15  Insight: News Network / Keeping the Promise / Eldering / What's Happening Sacramento

This week's News Network looks at the media frenzy surrounding the state of the Kings. Business opportunities for disabled veterans. Retirement and how to redefine aging in positive terms. A student project pieces together Sacramento's heritage.

Jan 14  Insight: Latest in Syria / Natomas Levees / New Jerusalem / Gatsby Ballet

UC Davis professors discuss the latest developments in Syria. New legislation to protect from flooding in the Natomas Basin. A play based on the excommunication of Spinoza from the Jewish community. The Great Gatsby brought to life through ballet.

Jan 11  Insight: Capitol Chat / Kings' Move? / Human Trafficking / Coach Carter / Pomegranate

Analysis and reaction to Gov. Brown's 2013-2014 budget; The latest in Sacramento's on-going basketball saga; Raising awareness to fight modern slavery; Inspirational figure gives key-note address; Eclectic band performs live in our studio
Photo Courtesy Of: Save the Arts Now

Jan 10  Insight: State Budget Announcement / Zoom / Sound Advice: Rachel Barton Pine / State Budget Recap

Gov. Brown's budget plan for this fiscal year. "Zoom," an acrobatic performance by the National Danish Performance team. Violinist Rachel Barton Pine's musical influences, plus a live performance. Ben Adler recaps the governor's announcement.

Jan 09  Insight: California Insurance Rates / Preventable Cancers / Travelling the Ganges / Kushman by the Bottle

California’s Insurance Commissioner calls for new regulatory authority. Cancers caused by HPV are on the rise. A new film showing at the Wild and Scenic Music Festival in Nevada City. Kushman by the Bottle features the big wine trends in 2013.
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Jan 08  Insight: News Network / Wild and Scenic Film Festival / Robin Sloan / Indie Pop Sacramento

The top news stories of the Sacramento region. Climate change, the spotlight of this year's Wild & Scenic Film Festival. CapRadio Reads kicks off with Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore by Robin Sloan. The thriving indie music scene in Sacramento.
Detropia

Jan 07  Insight: New Legislation / Sketching Governor Brown / Where Art Ideas Come From / Detropia / Christian DeWild

The new legislative session and their "to do" list. Jack Ohman sketches Governor Jerry Brown. The genesis of ideas to art. Detropia, a featured film in the San Joaquin International Film Festival. The acoustic rock music of Christian DeWild.

Jan 03  Insight: Capitol Chat / Jack Ohman / Saturate Yolo / Sound Advice

We take a closer look at new laws taking effect this month. Jack Ohman, Sacramento Bee's new editorial cartoonist. "Saturate Yolo," an art exhibit showcasing images created by the iPhone. Bands to follow in 2013, per Blue Dog Jam host Nick Brunner.
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Jan 02  Insight: Fiscal Cliff Deal / Health Trends / Eating Better / January Arts

We've averted a fall off the fiscal cliff, but what now? Changes in California's 2013 healthcare picture. Elaine Corn has five thoughts to share on eating better this year. The stage is set for an impressive and diverse year for the arts.
Eastern Connecticut State University

Dec 21  Insight: Laura Ling / Evolving Eyes / Billy Mills / Blind Pianist / Sherman Baker & Autumn Sky

Best of 2012: Laura Ling's candid description of her captivity in North Korea; Exploration of the eye; Wise words from Olympian Billy Mills; The world of young, blind pianist Chris Nakamura; Local musicians Sherman Baker and Autumn Sky in duet.
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