Thursday April 5, 2007
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Guest host: Jim Asendio
Experts are trying to figure out why more children are developing asthma and allergies, which often keep them from playing outside and can contribute to school absenteeism. We explore the known triggers, environmental conditions and disparities in treatment among children.
Dr. Floyd Malveaux, Executive Director of the Merck Childhood Asthma Network, Inc.
Dr. David Rose, Deputy Director, Maternal and Primary Care Administration, DC Department of Health
Angel Waldron, Communications Manager, Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America
Guest host: Jim Asendio
Virginia lawmakers returned to Richmond on Wednesday and delivered a rebuke to Governor Tim Kaine, rejecting his proposal for a public smoking-ban and over-riding his veto of a bill expanding the use of the death penalty. As lawmakers return to their home districts, we get an update.
Tim Craig, Staff Writer, Washington Post
Guest host: Jim Asendio
The blend of serious and surreal in Washington, D.C. can be a dream come true for a sharp-tongued satirist. Christopher Buckley has tapped that well with his wacky, weird and self-important characters, who are often just slightly divorced from real figures in the headlines. He shares his take on the day's news and discusses his latest book, which skewers baby boomers and bloggers.
Christopher Buckley, author, Boomsday (Twelve)
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