State of Affairs Blog

Despite dashing miles in minutes, racehorses are delicate creatures. Just a single leg injury can jeopardize a horse’s life, and so grooms and trainers tend to their horses’ health closely. How are racehorses kept in healthy, peak condition? What are the remedies for the most common racehorse ailments? How many injured or sick horses fully recover to have successful careers? And what about after the racing ends? Join us for this repeat broadcast when we talk with experts on horse health. Because this is a repeat broadcast we will not be taking calls.

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Are you, or is someone in your family on Medicaid? Are your children covered by KCHIP? If so, you've probably heard of Passport Health Plan, but do you know its mission? Passport has over 140,000 members in 16 counties in Kentucky, including Jefferson County. So, join us Friday to find out Passport’s mission, goals and purpose and how the plan might help your family.

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When we think of political prisoners we often think of people held in third world countries for fomenting revolution. But there are some people being held in the U.S. who claim they are political prisoners. Environmental activists, suspected terrorists, anti-government groups, animal rights protestors - they run the gamut. Just what is a political prisoner? How are they legally defined? Are they defended as any other accused? Join us on Thursday when we talk with Soffiyah Elijah, Deputy Director of the Criminal Justice Institute at Harvard Law School about her work with political prisoners.

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"The change of life." That's the polite way of saying hot flashes, night sweats, skin changes, mood swings, insomnia, and all the other not-so-polite symptoms of menopause. The average age of a woman experiencing menopause is 51, though genetics play a big role, and many women go through it at the same ages their mothers did. To learn more about what to expect and how to cope, or to share your stories and tell others what worked for you, tune in this Tuesday, for a show about menopause.

Links:
Red Hot Mamas
MedLine Plus: Menopause
Menopause Health Center
Minnie Pauz... if you don't get it, you ain't there yet!
Am I Crazy, or Menopausal?

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Muhammad Ali’s vision was to be great at everything. The Muhammad Ali Center has turned his imagination into reality. Partnerships with the United Nations, General Electric Foundation, Ford Motor Company fund, and Yum Brands, Inc, has lead to creation of programs that promote peace, diversity and personal growth. Join us on Tuesday, as we discuss the Muhammad Ali Center, its vision, programs and future.

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Unless you live across the river in the Hoosier State (and maybe even if you do), you might think about the separate cities of Southern Indiana as one region, lumped together. According to a group of people dedicated to economic expansion and business promotion on the Sunny Side, that's just fine. The group is called One Southern Indiana, and they've joined the business forces of the sum of their parts - Clark and Floyd Counties - to increase the marketing potential of the whole. Join us this Friday to hear about the project, and what you might be missing lately if you never cross the Ohio. Because this show is a rebroadcast, we will not be taking calls.

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Your boss who screams at you in front of the whole office. Your friend who only calls you when she needs a favor. Your aunt who can't converse about anything but her many physical maladies. Your coworker who's always ready with a backhanded compliment. Troublemakers like these can't always be avoided, but there are ways to be courteous to them and minimize their damage to your mental health. Tune in this Wednesday to learn how to deal with difficult people.

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Home ownership is one ingredient of The American Dream. In 2006, home buying reached its all time high; while foreclosures continued to rise. What’s going on? With new products such as interest-only loans and other subprime mortgage products; and the lessening of strict credit standards, many people bought houses beyond their means. But how did that happen? And if you are facing foreclosure, what do you need to know? Join us on Thursday as we discuss Foreclosure.

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It seems logical to send in peacekeeping troops to help a war-torn nation get back on its feet. To steer it toward a democratic government and a market economy. It's the ideal, right? But if it's so ideal, why doesn't it always work? Rwanda, Cambodia and Liberia are just few of the examples of good intentions gone awry, and the verdict is still out on Afghanistan and Iraq. Join us on Wednesday as we talk to Grawemeyer Award winner Roland Paris about building peace after civil conflict

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Movement disorders, epilepsy, cerebral palsy, autism, and even migraines, children can suffer from a wide variety of neurological disorders. Often the needs of these children reach beyond standard medical help - the whole family is affected and may need help understanding their child's needs. And since children's developing brains are so different from adults, specialized doctors and facilities are needed to help them. Join us this Tuesday to learn more about pediatric neurology - the problems, the research, and the effect on children and families.

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[Originally Broadcast on 12/5/07]

According to an early American magazine, published in May 1806, the definition of “cocktail” in regards to a spirit-based drink is as follows: "Cocktail is a stimulating liquor, composed of spirits of any kind, sugar, water, and bitters - it is vulgarly called bittered sling and is supposed to be an excellent electioneering potion." This is the earliest known written reference and thus marks the 200 year anniversary of the cocktail in America. Of course, the cocktail as we know it today has evolved into a limitless supply of concoctions to appease our varied tastes. How ever you take yours, be it up or on the rocks, flaming or frozen, shaken or stirred, the cocktail has come to represent the reflection of current American culture. Raise a glass and say TGIF this Friday when we discuss the evolution of the cocktail and its impact on American culture.

Guests:
Jerry Slater, Director of Restaurants, Seelbach; Food & Dining Spirits Columnist
Cassandra Hobbic, Restaurant/Beverage Consultant
Joy Perrine from Jack’s Lounge

Links:
The History & Culture of Cocktails
Nuances of the Cocktail: A Toast to 200 Years of Cocktails
Shaken or Stirred

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Do you get a hanker’in for grits? How about some good collard greens? Oh, and don't forget the fried chicken. Southern foods, there’s nothing like it. If your mouth is watering at the thought, then have we got a show for you! On Thursday, grab yourself a sweet tea, turn on your radio and join us for a discussion about Southern Food.

Guests:
Sarah Fritschner, Courier-Journal Food Writer
Nancy Russman, Chef, JCTC Culinary Instructor
Chris Hutton, Executive Chef, Sweet Pea’s Southern

Links:
Cuisine of the Southern United States
Just what is Southern food -- and where is it going?
Southern Food & Culture - Fun Facts, Questions, Answers, Information
A Southern Food Primer

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Do you use a chiropractor? Does your athletic child? How about your elderly father? According to the American Chiropractic Association “Chiropractic is a health care profession that focuses on disorders of the musculoskeletal system and the nervous system, and the effects of these disorders on general health.” But what does that mean? Join us on Wednesday when we learn about chiropractic.

Guests:
Kim Carpenter, Carpenter Chiropractic Center
Terry Hill, Hill Chiropractic Office

Links:
American Chiropractic Association
Wikipedia: Chiropractic

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In 1967, amidst widespread unrest and protests from both sides, Louisville's Board of Alderman passed the city's open housing ordinance. It was one of a kind in the South, and most notable because of its enforceability: for the first time, victims of housing discrimination based on race had legal recourse. Did it work? Is Louisville the integrated city we'd hoped it would become? 40 years later, we take a look back at the struggle for open and fair housing in Louisville. Join us this Tuesday with your thoughts and questions.

Guests:
Tracy K'Meyer, University of Louisville
Cate Fosl, Anne Braden Institute

Links:
The Anne Braden Institute for Social Justice
The Civil Rights Movement in Kentucky - Oral History Project
History of the Fight for Fair Housing in KY
Living the Story: The Civil RIghts Movement

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[Originally Broadcast on 11/15/06]

You've probably seen the ubiquitous black stickers bearing a skull and crossbones and the number for the nearest poison control center - they're posted near telephones in home, schools, day care centers - seemingly everywhere. Despite these awareness efforts, though, unintentional poisonings were responsible for over one million calls to poison control centers and 78,000 hospital visits for children ages younger than 5 years in 2003. People can be exposed to poison in ways we might not always think of - eating something toxic, breathing in an airborne irritant, being stung or bitten by a venomous insect, or even ingesting too much of a substance that would normally be harmless. Are there items in your home that might pose a poisoning hazard? Learn the answer, poison prevention tips, and what to do if you suspect someone has been poisoned, this Monday on State of Affairs. Today's show is an archive edition, so we're unable to take calls.

Guests:
Rick Spiller
Dr. George Bosse, Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Louisville, School of Medicine, Dept. of Emergency Medicine
Henry Spiller, MS, D.ABAT, Director of the Kentucky Regional Poison Center of Kosair Children Hospital

Links:
Common Poisons
How to Poision-Proof Your Home
What to Do if Someone's Been Poisoned
Poison Prevention FAQs

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For entrepreneurs, buying a franchise can be very tempting. It seems to have all the flexibility and reward of owning your own business, without having to start from scratch. Owning a franchise is hard work, though. It requires educating yourself about the legal aspects of the business, and getting the most from your relationship with your franchisor. On the other side, turning your business into a franchise essentially means you have to be an expert in two fields: oil changes, coffee shops, or whatever makes your business so great, and running a company with different locations and needs. Tune in this Friday to learn more about the complex world of business franchising.

Guests:
Wayne P. Jones, Director, International MBA Programs, UofL
Otis Brown, UPS Store Franchise Owner
Billy Fox, Owner of J. Gumbo (formerly known as Gumbo A Go Go)
Thomas Crimans, Fra-Net Consulting

Links:
How Franchising Works
Why You Should Never Become a Franchisor (Unless You Really, Really Want To)
The Franchisor/Franchisee Relationship
Franchising Pros & Cons: Is It Right for You?
Franchise Law Blog

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Volunteer opportunities abound in non-profit organizations. You can be a mentor, build houses, shelve books, you name it. But did you know there is a need for people to serve on the boards of directors for most non-profits? The commitments for time, money and responsibility vary. But, the experience and satisfaction can be invaluable. Join us on Thursday as we learn more about non-profit boards, what they do and how to serve.

Guests:
Kevin Connelly, Center for Non-Profit Excellence
Other Guest(s) TBA

Links:
Center for Non-Profit Excellence
Non-Profit Board Responsibilities
What to Ask & Know Before Becoming a Director (PDF)

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[Originally Broadcast on 12/5/07]

According to an early American magazine, published in May 1806, the definition of “cocktail” in regards to a spirit-based drink is as follows: "Cocktail is a stimulating liquor, composed of spirits of any kind, sugar, water, and bitters - it is vulgarly called bittered sling and is supposed to be an excellent electioneering potion." This is the earliest known written reference and thus marks the 200 year anniversary of the cocktail in America. Of course, the cocktail as we know it today has evolved into a limitless supply of concoctions to appease our varied tastes. How ever you take yours, be it up or on the rocks, flaming or frozen, shaken or stirred, the cocktail has come to represent the reflection of current American culture. Raise a glass and say TGIF this Friday when we discuss the evolution of the cocktail and its impact on American culture.

Guests:
Jerry Slater, Director of Restaurants, Seelbach; Food & Dining Spirits Columnist
Cassandra Hobbic, Restaurant/Beverage Consultant
Joy Perrine from Jack’s Lounge

Links:
The History & Culture of Cocktails
Nuances of the Cocktail: A Toast to 200 Years of Cocktails
Shaken or Stirred

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Terrorism, suicide bombing, road side bombs, EFPs, Nuclear Weapons, National Security Counsel, Mahdi Army, Muqtada Al Sadr, crude oil, gas prices, Maleki, Ahmadinejad; these are words that have become synonymous with the Middle East and especially Iran and Iraq. What is the relationship between Iran and Iraq? How does Iran influence politics inside Iraq? What is the impact of sanctions against Iran? Join us as we discuss Iran and Iraq with Anthony Cordesman, National Security Analyst for ABC news.

Links:
FRONTLINE: The Lost Year in Iraq, an interview with Anthony Cordesman
Stable Iraq Remains "Doable" Goal, but Odds for Success Shrinking
Iran/Iraq Relations After Saddam (PDF)
Iraq: What Will Year Four Bring?

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There are some basic things everyone knows about Thomas Merton. He was a monk. He wrote "The Seven Storey Mountain". He was a man of peace. But who was he really? Did you know he was a poet? A peace activist? A lover of jazz? Join us on Tuesday as we talk about a new Merton documentary and learn more about the man.

Guests:
Morgan Atkinson, Documentary Filmmaker
Richard Sisto, jazz musician and meditation teacher
Br. Paul Quenon, monk, Abbey of Gethsemani, student of Merton
Fr. James Conner, monk, Abbey of Gethsemani, student of Merton

Links:
Morgan Atkinson's Documentary about Thomas Merton
The Thomas Merton Center
Wikipedia: Thomas Merton
The Thomas Merton Connection

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[Originally Broadcast on 11/7/06]

Diabetes is a chronic disease that has no cure. Each day, approximately 4,110 people are diagnosed with diabetes and 6.2 million people are unaware that they have the disease. Based on estimates, 376,000 adult Kentuckians (about 12 percent or 1 in 8) have diagnosed or undiagnosed diabetes. It is also the 6th leading cause of death in Kentucky and the 5th leading cause of death by disease. While these are some very alarming facts about diabetes, early detection could prevent or minimize some of the serious problems caused by high blood glucose. There is a lot that can be done in the prevention and safeguarding of this disease, and there have been several advancements in recent years in the area of treatment. Join us Tuesday with your questions about Diabetes.

Becuase this is an archive edition of SoA, we can't take calls today, but you're welcome to continue the conversation in the comments below.

Guests:
Dr. Michael Foster, pediatric endocrinologist
Dr. Sathya Krishnasamy, Fellow, Div. Endocrinology, Metabolism & Diabetes
Beverly Breyette, RN, Certified Diabetes Educator, Baptist Hospital East

Links:
MayoClinic.com - Diabetes Center
National Diabetes Education Program

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