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Tuesday May 2, 2006

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12:06Computer Guys on Living with Broadband

More than 50% of Americans who log onto the Internet from home use a broadband connection. The benefits of faster data speed make everything from watching videos to playing games to just surfing the web easier. But the detriments can be big too. We look at the challenges and security risks that come from an "Always On" broadband connections.

Guests

John Gilroy, WAMU Resident Computer Guy; and Director of Business Development at SolutionsDevelopers

Ben Bederson, WAMU Guest Computer Guy; Professor of Computer Science, University of Maryland-College Park

13:06Nationalizing Bolivia's Oil & Gas Industry

Bolivian President Evo Morales' decision to nationalize Bolivia's gas fields has caught some observers by surprise, and raised fears of further volatility in Latin America. Kojo looks at the possible short and long-term implications for the region and U.S.-Bolivian relations.

Guests

Michael Shifter, Vice President for Policy at Inter-American Dialogue; and Adjunct Professor, Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service

13:32Marlo Thomas

She gained fame in the 1960s as the first female TV character to have her own apartment. These days, Marlo Thomas is still an ardent feminist, but now she's on a different quest -- for wisdom. She joins Kojo to discuss her search for inspirational advice from everyday Americans.

Guests

Marlo Thomas, Emmy-award winning actress and author of "The Right Words at the Right Time -- Volume 2: Your Turn!"

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