This Week on HearSay, February 4-8, 2008
Monday, February 4
GA Headlines; Senator Sarbanes
We'll have all the latest news from the General Assembly and take your questions and comments. Join Cathy and her guest Daily Press reporter Kimball Payne. We'll also talk with retired Maryland Senator Paul Sarbanes, one of the co-sponsors of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act which is described as the most sweeping corporate reform legislation since the 1930s. Senator Sarbanes is being honored with the first Economic Impact award by the Economics Club of Hampton Roads for his contributions to economic and financial policy.
Tuesday, February 5
China Today
The world's most populous nation has a booming economy, is a leader in technology and military strength, and will host the 2008 Olympics. Virginia Congressman Randy Forbes, co-founder of the Congressional China Caucus, has focused the last two years on getting his colleagues and the Bush administration more interested in and better educated about China. We'll discuss the rise of the superpower and its significance for Americans today on HearSay.
Wednesday, February 6
Caffeine Nation
These days you don't need java to get a jolt. You can find caffeine in everything from energy drinks and gum to potato chips. Around 90 percent of Americans claim to consume caffeine in one form or another every single day, making it America's most popular drug. Does it help put you in a good mood or make you anxious and interfere with sleep? Today on HearSay, we'll talk about caffeine pros and cons.
Thursday, February 7
Segment A: Rules of Engagement
Is it cool to chat with co-workers about your primary picks? In a presidential election year political junkies have a plethora of opinions to discuss at the water cooler, but should you join the fray? Join Cathy and guest, professional ethicist Dr. Bruce Weinstein, for a conversation about politics at the office.
Segment B: Friends in Low Places - Cubicle Colleagues
A new study suggests that employees who have strong friendships with co-workers are more happy and less stressed on the job, but not everyone agrees. Do you think team spirit at work can go beyond the boardroom? Join us with your comments and questions in our second half hour.
Friday, February 8
Segment A: First Time Parents
We’ll talk to new mom Vicki Glembocki about her memoir 'The Second Nine Months'. And visit with Jennifer Griffin who realized after having her first child that she couldn't recall the words to the nursery rhymes she remembered from her youth. She compiled her search for the lyrics and tunes to these traditional tales in a volume titled 'Humpty Who?: A Crash Course in Nursery Rhymes for Clueless Moms and Dads'.
Segment B: The Literacy Gap
In America and abroad young males are falling behind in reading and writing proficiency at alarming rates. As they get older their enrollment in higher education is dwindling. We'll talk about this achievement gap and speak with author Jon Scieszka, Gurian Institute Executive Director Kathy Stevens and others who are taking steps to reverse this downward trend.