Tuesday February 14, 2006
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Ten years ago, many people didn't have email, and companies were just starting to create their own web pages. Today, the Internet is becoming ubiquitous, and many people take it for granted. So what will the Internet look like in 2016? Technologists share their visions with Kojo.
Esther Dyson, Editor of "Release 1.0" for CNET Networks and Organizer of the "PC Forum" executive conference
Lee Rainie, Founding Director, Pew Internet & American Life Project
As Russia takes the presidency of the "Group of Eight" this month, its recent controversial behavior is causing unease in the international community. Kojo and guests discuss Russia's energy tussle over natural gas, the recent crackdown on non-governmental organizations and its hardline stance against its pro-Western neighbors.
Andrew Kuchins, Senior Associate in the Russia and Eurasia Program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.
Irina Lagunina, Broadcaster for Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty’s Russian Service.
Rachel Denber, Deputy Director of the Europe and Central Asia programs for Human Rights Watch
Celebrate Valentine's Day with pre-teen poets from local middle schools. Hear them read their own love poetry, and learn about the nonprofit organization that's encouraging high academic achievement for many at-risk youth.
Maureen Holla, Executive Director, Higher Achievement
Theresa Atta, Higher Achievement graduate and board member; Also Executive Director of Collegiate Directions, Inc.
Maria Lumbre, Seventh grader, St. Gabriel School; Higher Achievement scholar