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It's "National Dark Sky Week," and astronomers are looking forward to a major meteor shower this weekend. From "spiral galaxies" to a comet that's generating buzz among scientists, join us for the latest from the world of amateur astronomy.
Rich Talcott, Senior Editor, Astronomy Magazine
Geoff Chester, amateur/professional astronomer; and Public Affairs Officer, United States Naval Observatory; and Member of Northern Virginia Astronomy Club
Just days before the French presidential election, polls indicate 40 percent of voters are undecided. Join Kojo to find out who's running, what the major issues are, and why some voters see their choices as a choice between extremes.
Harvey Feigenbaum, Professor of Political Science and International Affairs at George Washington University, Elliott School of International Affairs
John Thornhill, Editor of the Financial Times European Edition
As a girl growing up during China's Cultural Revolution, Anchee Min worshipped Mao and memorized his writings. But when disillusionment set in as an adult, Min transformed a lucky set of connections into an escape. Now an award-winning novelist living in America since 1984, Min talks to Kojo about the immigrant experience, learning English from Sesame Street, and trying to make sense of the China she left behind.
Anchee Min, author, "The Last Empress" (Houghton Mifflin)
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