Katie Fawcett speaks about the current conservation status of gorillas and the Karisoke Center, which celebrated its 40th anniversary this year and is one of the longest running field research programs in the world. Dr. Fawcett received her PhD from the University of Edinburgh, where she studied the behavior and ecology of chimpanzees living in the Budongo Forest, Uganda. Dr. Fawcett oversees various activities, including daily monitoring of and research on the three "Karisoke groups" of gorilla, which represent 1/3 of the remaining Virunga mountain gorilla population; research programs on the biodiversity of the Volcanos National Park and surrounding areas; education programs aimed at increasing the knowledge of park staff, university students and local communities about gorillas and biodiversity conservation; and the care of 10 confiscated orphaned gorillas. Visit us at www.wgbh.org/forum to explore our entire collection of lectures.
Audio|Thu, 7 Aug 2008|More from WGBH Forum Network | Public Domain Podcast
On today's podcast, we start with politics, looking at what Hillary Clinton's role at the convention will be. Apparently she's not ruling out having her name placed in nomination. Then we turn to Chris Dickey of Newsweek to talk about his recent trip through the American south talking to voters about the presidential race. Also today, we look into the mysterious case of man who calls himself Clark Rockefeller, and we follow with a conversation about identity theft. Before the Olympics begin, China watcher Nina Simonds takes us on a culinary and cultural tour of Beijing.
Audio|Thu, 7 Aug 2008|More from PRI: Here and Now Podcast
Today: Salim Hamden, Osama bin Laden's former driver, is found guilty of supporting terrorism, but cleared of the charge of conspiracy. Also, who is Aafia Siddiqui? A Pakistani neuroscientist who studied at MIT and Brandeis, she's being charged with trying to kill American soldiers and FBI agents while she was in custody in Afghanistan. Then we look at how to handle interrogations. A group of lawyers has produced a video crash-course on what to do when the FBI knocks on your door. The group says that people, especially Muslims, don't know their legal rights, and that they are sometimes subjected to excessive scrutiny. We close the show with a look back at the Olympic Games in South Korea, and a conversation with jazz legend Herbie Hancock.
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On today's podcast, Peter Canellos of the Boston Globe reflects on the connection between the anthrax deaths in 2001 and the war in Iraq. We also speak to historian and social activist Howard Zinn, who is out with a new graphic style book, "A People's History of American Empire." That's followed by 3 stories with Chinese connections. We'll consider air pollution in Beijing look at a traditional Chinese sport called Wu Shu and hear the music of an American singer and banjo player who will be performing in Beijing next week as part of the Olympic festivities.
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Patriots linebacker Adalius Thomas talks about being more vocal this season and how the rookies must feel entering tonight's exhibition opener against the Baltimore Ravens.
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WBZ's Dr. Murray Feingold talks about the vaccine/autism association.
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The Casino report is out, immigration wants to know who Clark Rockefller is, or isn't, anthrax families not satisfied, these stories and Tom Cuddy with sports, in the WBZ Afternoon News.
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WBZ's Dee Lee has financial advice for those married more than once.
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WBZ's Lisa Meyer speaks with gaming expert Clyde Barrow from U-Mass Dartmouth.
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