April 2nd Show

Well, it turns out our political junkie Ken Rudin did decide come back from vacation... complete with a little sun-kissed tan thing going on. The world of politics keeps turning, and in our first hour we'll ask Ken about the continuing battle for the Democratic nomination, the lead-up to Pennsylvania and a new poll that finds Hillary Clinton holds a lead over Barack Obama AND John McCain in that state. Then we'll ask YOU to come up with your President-Vice President dream ticket. Who is your pick for vice-prez for either Obama, Clinton or McCain? (Can I nominate Ken Rudin?) At the end of the hour, we'll talk with a child psychologist about a story out of Georgia where a group of third graders are suspected of plotting to attack their teacher.

In our second hour, we'll talk to two clergymen with different views on how the African American church should deal with racism. Is the church responsible for shedding light and focusing on the issue? We will also give an historical perspective of the religious philosophy of 'black liberation theology.' At the end of the hour, we've got more music for you... this time from Swedish indie pop star Jens Lekman. If you're familiar with him (possibly from his appearance in this year in the SXSW music festival) give us a call or send in your blog comments. And sit back and enjoy!!

 



   
   
   
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