Beauty Shop http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=140464729&ft=1&f=140464729 <em>Tell Me More</em> gets a woman's perspective on the news. en Copyright 2013 NPR - For Personal Use Only NPR API RSS Generator 0.94 Wed, 01 May 2013 12:00:00 -0400 http://media.npr.org/images/npr_news_123x20.gif Beauty Shop http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=140464729&ft=1&f=140464729 Spring Cleaning: Toss Your Old Jeans! Spring can be the perfect time to clean out the kitchen junk drawer, donate clothes, and to clear mental clutter. Host Michel Martin gets tips from the journalists and writers in the Beauty Shop for saying goodbye to old clothes, forgotten gadgets, and other useless objects cluttering your home. Wed, 01 May 2013 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/2013/05/01/180304717/spring-cleaning-letting-go-of-the-attachment-to-stuff?ft=1&f=140464729 http://www.npr.org/2013/05/01/180304717/spring-cleaning-letting-go-of-the-attachment-to-stuff?ft=1&f=140464729 Spring can be the perfect time to clean out the kitchen junk drawer, donate clothes, and to clear mental clutter. Host Michel Martin gets tips from the journalists and writers in the Beauty Shop for saying goodbye to old clothes, forgotten gadgets, and other useless objects cluttering your home.

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]]> Does Leaning In Actually Work For Women At The Starting Line? Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg has been both criticized and praised for asking women to speak up and advocate for themselves in their careers. But what does her advice mean for younger career-minded women? Host Michel Martin gets some answers from Viviana Hurtado, of the Wise Latina Club; Pooja Sankar, the CEO of Piazza, a website for college students; and Harvard senior Kimberly Foster. Wed, 03 Apr 2013 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/2013/04/03/176130221/does-leaning-in-actually-work-for-women-at-the-starting-line?ft=1&f=140464729 http://www.npr.org/2013/04/03/176130221/does-leaning-in-actually-work-for-women-at-the-starting-line?ft=1&f=140464729 Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg has been both criticized and praised for asking women to speak up and advocate for themselves in their careers. But what does her advice mean for younger career-minded women? Host Michel Martin gets some answers from Viviana Hurtado, of the Wise Latina Club; Pooja Sankar, the CEO of Piazza, a website for college students; and Harvard senior Kimberly Foster.

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]]> Do We Still Need A Women's Movement? 100 years ago, thousands of women marched on Washington D.C. to demand the right to vote. Host Michel Martin asks the Beauty Shop ladies about that moment in history, and where the women's rights movement stands today. Wed, 27 Feb 2013 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.npr.org/2013/02/27/173056254/do-we-still-need-a-womens-movement?ft=1&f=140464729 http://www.npr.org/2013/02/27/173056254/do-we-still-need-a-womens-movement?ft=1&f=140464729 100 years ago, thousands of women marched on Washington D.C. to demand the right to vote. Host Michel Martin asks the Beauty Shop ladies about that moment in history, and where the women's rights movement stands today.

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]]> Should Lena Dunham Be Playing Ping Pong Naked? The HBO series <em>Girls</em> has been stirring up some controversy with racy scenes that challenge sexual stereotypes. Some people say the main character is prompting people to rethink their ideas about women's bodies. Host Michel Martin chats with the 'Beauty Shop' ladies. Wed, 20 Feb 2013 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.npr.org/2013/02/20/172495548/should-lena-dunham-be-playing-ping-pong-naked?ft=1&f=140464729 http://www.npr.org/2013/02/20/172495548/should-lena-dunham-be-playing-ping-pong-naked?ft=1&f=140464729 The HBO series Girls has been stirring up some controversy with racy scenes that challenge sexual stereotypes. Some people say the main character is prompting people to rethink their ideas about women's bodies. Host Michel Martin chats with the 'Beauty Shop' ladies.

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]]> Does Having Guns Make Women Safer? Many policymakers who oppose tighter gun laws have said gun ownership is important to women's safety. The writers and journalists of the 'Beauty Shop' share their thoughts on the role gender plays in the gun debate. Wed, 06 Feb 2013 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.npr.org/2013/02/06/171287961/does-having-guns-make-women-safer?ft=1&f=140464729 http://www.npr.org/2013/02/06/171287961/does-having-guns-make-women-safer?ft=1&f=140464729 Many policymakers who oppose tighter gun laws have said gun ownership is important to women's safety. The writers and journalists of the 'Beauty Shop' share their thoughts on the role gender plays in the gun debate.

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]]> Beauty Shop Fodder: Cabinet Picks And Reality TV The Beauty Shop ladies weigh in on President Obama's national security nominations. They also talk about whether reality television has sunk to a new low this season with shows about rural partying and baby mamas. Wed, 09 Jan 2013 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.npr.org/2013/01/09/168957090/beauty-shop-fodder-cabinet-picks-and-reality-tv?ft=1&f=140464729 http://www.npr.org/2013/01/09/168957090/beauty-shop-fodder-cabinet-picks-and-reality-tv?ft=1&f=140464729 The Beauty Shop ladies weigh in on President Obama's national security nominations. They also talk about whether reality television has sunk to a new low this season with shows about rural partying and baby mamas.

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]]> Would Armed Guards Make School Safer? The Beauty Shop ladies weigh in the ongoing gun control debate, including the National Rifle Association's suggestion to post armed guards at schools. Guest host Celeste Headlee speaks with Maria Teresa Kumar from Voto Latino, Bridget Johnson of PJ Media, economist Julianne Malveaux, and attorney Gayle Trotter. Wed, 26 Dec 2012 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.npr.org/2012/12/26/168074698/would-armed-guards-make-school-safer?ft=1&f=140464729 http://www.npr.org/2012/12/26/168074698/would-armed-guards-make-school-safer?ft=1&f=140464729 The Beauty Shop ladies weigh in the ongoing gun control debate, including the National Rifle Association's suggestion to post armed guards at schools. Guest host Celeste Headlee speaks with Maria Teresa Kumar from Voto Latino, Bridget Johnson of PJ Media, economist Julianne Malveaux, and attorney Gayle Trotter.

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]]> Newtown: How Much Media Coverage Is Too Much? The Beauty Shop ladies offer their thoughts about the Newtown shooting, including the implications for gun policy, the media, and American families. Host Michel Martin is joined by policy analyst Michelle Bernard, Melinda Henneberger of <em>The Washington Post</em>, blogger Viviana Hurtado and Democratic strategist Maria Cardona. Wed, 19 Dec 2012 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.npr.org/2012/12/19/167623726/newtown-how-much-media-coverage-is-too-much?ft=1&f=140464729 http://www.npr.org/2012/12/19/167623726/newtown-how-much-media-coverage-is-too-much?ft=1&f=140464729 The Beauty Shop ladies offer their thoughts about the Newtown shooting, including the implications for gun policy, the media, and American families. Host Michel Martin is joined by policy analyst Michelle Bernard, Melinda Henneberger of The Washington Post, blogger Viviana Hurtado and Democratic strategist Maria Cardona.

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]]> Violence Against Women Act Still In Limbo Besides the congressional budget, lawmakers are also at an impasse when it comes to the Violence Against Women Act. Host Michel Martin talks with the beauty shop ladies about whether the bill should expand protections for gay people, immigrants and Native Americans. Wed, 12 Dec 2012 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.npr.org/2012/12/12/167054347/violence-against-women-act-still-in-limbo?ft=1&f=140464729 http://www.npr.org/2012/12/12/167054347/violence-against-women-act-still-in-limbo?ft=1&f=140464729 Besides the congressional budget, lawmakers are also at an impasse when it comes to the Violence Against Women Act. Host Michel Martin talks with the beauty shop ladies about whether the bill should expand protections for gay people, immigrants and Native Americans.

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]]> Hillary 2016? Hillary Clinton is winding down her tenure as U.S. Secretary of State. Host Michel Martin and the Beauty Shop ladies read the tea leaves on whether Clinton is poised for a 2016 presidential run or if she'd rather kick back and watch home decorating shows. Wed, 28 Nov 2012 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.npr.org/2012/11/28/166076252/hillary-2016?ft=1&f=140464729 http://www.npr.org/2012/11/28/166076252/hillary-2016?ft=1&f=140464729 Hillary Clinton is winding down her tenure as U.S. Secretary of State. Host Michel Martin and the Beauty Shop ladies read the tea leaves on whether Clinton is poised for a 2016 presidential run or if she'd rather kick back and watch home decorating shows.

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]]> What Petraeus Scandal Could Mean For Working Women The CIA, an extramarital affair, and shirtless photos — host Michel Martin and the Beauty Shop ladies weigh in on the scandal surrounding former CIA chief David Petraeus. They discuss who is involved, who risked the most, and what the fallout might be. Wed, 14 Nov 2012 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.npr.org/2012/11/14/165121079/what-petraeus-scandal-could-mean-for-working-women?ft=1&f=140464729 http://www.npr.org/2012/11/14/165121079/what-petraeus-scandal-could-mean-for-working-women?ft=1&f=140464729 The CIA, an extramarital affair, and shirtless photos — host Michel Martin and the Beauty Shop ladies weigh in on the scandal surrounding former CIA chief David Petraeus. They discuss who is involved, who risked the most, and what the fallout might be.

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]]> Was The Storm A Political Trick Or Treat? It's Halloween and the presidential campaigns are going door-to-door, trying to scare up more supporters. Host Michel Martin and the Beauty Shop ladies discuss whether superstorm Sandy has dampened those plans. Plus, with just days left until the election, reports of voter mishaps and misinformation are on the rise. Wed, 31 Oct 2012 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/2012/10/31/164029903/was-the-storm-a-political-trick-or-treat?ft=1&f=140464729 http://www.npr.org/2012/10/31/164029903/was-the-storm-a-political-trick-or-treat?ft=1&f=140464729 It's Halloween and the presidential campaigns are going door-to-door, trying to scare up more supporters. Host Michel Martin and the Beauty Shop ladies discuss whether superstorm Sandy has dampened those plans. Plus, with just days left until the election, reports of voter mishaps and misinformation are on the rise.

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]]> Debate Talk: Too Hot, Too Cold, Or Just Right? After Tuesday night's presidential debate, the journalists and commentators in the Beauty Shop weigh in on whether the verbal punches and tough tone between the candidates might turn off female voters. Wed, 17 Oct 2012 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/2012/10/17/163085815/debate-talk-too-hot-too-cold-or-just-right?ft=1&f=140464729 http://www.npr.org/2012/10/17/163085815/debate-talk-too-hot-too-cold-or-just-right?ft=1&f=140464729 After Tuesday night's presidential debate, the journalists and commentators in the Beauty Shop weigh in on whether the verbal punches and tough tone between the candidates might turn off female voters.

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]]> Does The Terminator Have A Future In Politics? Host Michel Martin and the Beauty Shop ladies discuss Arnold Schwarzenegger's tell-all memoir. The book details his highs and lows, including fathering a child with his housekeeper. The ladies also weigh in on IKEA's decision to leave women out of catalogs in Saudi Arabia. Wed, 03 Oct 2012 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/2012/10/03/162222547/does-the-terminator-have-a-future-in-politics?ft=1&f=140464729 http://www.npr.org/2012/10/03/162222547/does-the-terminator-have-a-future-in-politics?ft=1&f=140464729 Host Michel Martin and the Beauty Shop ladies discuss Arnold Schwarzenegger's tell-all memoir. The book details his highs and lows, including fathering a child with his housekeeper. The ladies also weigh in on IKEA's decision to leave women out of catalogs in Saudi Arabia.

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]]> Does Nicki Minaj Have The Chops For 'Idol'? Host Michel Martin and the ladies of the Beauty Shop roundtable weigh in on the impact that the video of GOP candidate Mitt Romney might have on the election. They also discuss whether rapper Nicki Minaj has the singing chops to judge the big voices on <em>American Idol</em>. Wed, 19 Sep 2012 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/2012/09/19/161414288/does-nicki-minaj-have-the-chops-for-idol?ft=1&f=140464729 http://www.npr.org/2012/09/19/161414288/does-nicki-minaj-have-the-chops-for-idol?ft=1&f=140464729 Host Michel Martin and the ladies of the Beauty Shop roundtable weigh in on the impact that the video of GOP candidate Mitt Romney might have on the election. They also discuss whether rapper Nicki Minaj has the singing chops to judge the big voices on American Idol.

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