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Monday, June 25, 2012
The Salt
We Evolved To Eat Meat, But How Much Is Too Much?
June 25, 2012 Scientists agree we evolved to eat meat, but some of us may be pushing the limits of consumption. Paleo diet enthusiasts believe meals should be more like early man's, but modern doctors disagree.
Sunday, June 24, 2012
Meat Week
The Time Traveler's Cookbook: Meat-Lover's Edition
June 24, 2012 Want to eat like your distant ancestors? Try the gazelle tartare or the luau mammoth! You'll discover these recipes and more in our Time Traveler's Cookbook.
Saturday, June 23, 2012
Presidential Race
Putting A Positive Spin On Negative Campaigning
June 23, 2012 The general election is still months away, but President Obama and Mitt Romney are already hammering each other with attack ads. Negative campaigning is hardly new, and some say the 2012 race could be one of the most negative races in recent history. But is that really a bad thing?
Author Interviews
Lessons For Europe From 'The Second World War'
June 23, 2012 Historian Antony Beevor's new book uncovers telling details about the 20th century's greatest conflict, beginning with the unlikely story of a Korean conscript who was captured by almost every army involved in the war, before eventually ending up in Illinois.
Friday, June 22, 2012
The Spirit Of Innovation
A Trailblazing Black Architect Who Helped Shape L.A.
June 22, 2012 When Paul Williams decided to become an architect, people told him no white clients would work with an African-American. But he persevered, eventually designing thousands of buildings, including the Beverly Hills Hotel and homes for stars like Frank Sinatra and Lucille Ball.
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
The Salt
Five Facts About Pie That Might Surprise You, And A Survey
June 19, 2012 The first pies were called "coffins" and full of meat, but for modern Americans, it's all about apple pie. Help us prepare for NPR's Pie Week by taking our survey and voting for your favorite pie.
Monday, June 18, 2012
Sunday, June 17, 2012
Around the Nation
States Stake Claim On Sir Francis Drake's Landing
June 17, 2012 N3More than 400 years ago, Sir Francis Drake became the first British explorer to make contact with Native Americans on what is now the American West Coast. The question is where? Oregon or California? The National Park Service is poised to officially recognize one state's claim.
Theater
The Stage On Which Juliet First Called Out For Romeo
June 17, 2012 Archaeologists have found the remains of the Curtain Theatre, where Shakespeare first staged some of his most famous plays. NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Chris Thomas, who dug up the theater.
13.7: Cosmos And Culture
Flying Round-The-World With Pan Am: A June 17th Anniversary
June 17, 2012 Pan Am inaugurated the first regular round-the-world airline service 65 years ago today. Passengers could disembark at any of eight cities, then simply reboard and continue when the flight came around again.
Saturday, June 16, 2012
Arts & Life
Embracing The Quirkiness Of Djuna Barnes
June 16, 2012 When Djuna Barnes was in her early 20s, she walked into the offices of the Brooklyn Daily Eagle and announced: "I can draw, I can write, you'd be foolish not to hire me." The paper did. Nearly 30 years after her death, a collection of her writings and illustrations is on display at the Brooklyln Museum.
Kee Facts: A Few Things You Didn't Know
Follow The Money: On The Trail Of Watergate Lore
June 16, 2012 Deep Throat whispered "follow the money" to reporter Bob Woodward during the investigation of Watergate, the third-rate burglary that brought down the Nixon administration. Or did he? An NPR librarian launched her own investigation.
Around the Nation
Even 'The Star-Spangled Banner' Had A First Draft
June 16, 2012 Monday marks 200 years since the start of the War of 1812, which inspired America's national anthem. The original quill-and-ink manuscript reveals a couple edits to the famous stanzas.
