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Gay Marriage: A Special Report from NPR

NPR's special half-hour on gay marriage begins with NPR's Barbara Bradley Hagerty reporting on three generations of a family learning to accept its members' choices when it comes to marriage. Then, NPR's Robert Siegel speaks with Jennifer and Geoffrey Vaughn. The couple does not believe the definition of marriage can be changed. The examination continues as NPR's Margot Adler explores the recent history of marriage and how that informs the debate on gay marriage. Finally, commentator Heather Dune Macadam relates why she's given up on marriage -- especially gay marriage.

Gay Marriage: Historical Context

NPR continues its examination of the debate swirling around gay marriage as NPR's Margot Adler puts the issue into context, exploring the recent history of marriage and how that informs the debate on gay marriage.

Gay Marriage: Historical Context

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Stories in Medicine

Dr. Rita Charon is leading a novel approach to training medical students. In her narrative medicine class at Columbia University, she's helping doctors-in-training learn that writing about their patients -- and their reactions to their patients -- can help them navigate the difficult world of medicine. Listen to Margot Adler and the students' stories.

Stories in Medicine

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Yankees Beat Marlins, Even World Series

The New York Yankees defeat the Florida Marlins 6-1 to win the second game of the World Series, and tie the best-of-seven contest at one game each. Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte got the win, helped by an early home run from Hideki Matsui. Hear NPR's Margot Adler.

Yankees Beat Marlins, Even World Series

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Marlins Beat Yankees

The Florida Marlins defeat the New York Yankees, 3-2, in Game One of the World Series. For some, the game seemed subdued compared to the excitement of the championship series that ousted long-time wannabes the Boston Red Sox and Chicago Cubs. NPR's Margot Adler reports.

Marlins Win Game One in World Series

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Yankees Head to World Series

The New York Yankees defeat the Boston Red Sox 6-5 in extra innings. Boston led New York until the bottom of the 8th inning, and remained tied until the 11th inning, when New York's Aaron Boone hit a homerun. The Yankees now face the Florida Marlins in the World Series, beginning Saturday. Hear NPR's Margot Adler.

Yankees to Meet Marlins in World Series

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Some Fear Revival Could Erase Harlem's Past

Harlem is experiencing a development boom, with rising housing prices and falling crime rates. But some preservationists worry that the push for new development could destroy some of the New York neighborhood's historic treasures. Hear NPR Margot Adler.

Some Fear Revival Could Erase Harlem's Past

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After Blackout, New Yorkers Return to Work

The morning commute goes as planned with no major problems for millions of New Yorkers on the first Monday after last week's blackout. And trash collection returns to schedule. Mayor Michael Bloomberg calls for an investigation into how the blackout was able to disrupt parts of the city's 911 emergency-dispatch system. Hear NPR's Margot Adler.

After Blackout, New Yorkers Return to Work

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In the Dark, New Yorkers Stop and Enjoy

NPR's Margot Adler talks to New Yorkers at 42nd St. and 2nd Ave. about how they are dealing with the blackout. She sees many people hanging around outside of a neighborhood bar, enjoying the night with friends. She says thousands of people who can't get home are milling around.

In the Dark, New Yorkers Stop and Enjoy

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Stuttering Convention

NPR's Margot Adler reports on an annual convention of people who stutter. Each year, the group gathers for a few days of workshops and conversation. It's a welcome break from the tension stutterers often feel about talking to others.

Stuttering Convention

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Flying the Fujifilm Blimp

For NPR's Margot Adler, it was the ride of a lifetime. After decades of looking up at the blimps that prowl the skies over New York City, Adler recently got the chance to drive one over Coney Island. View pictures from her ride.

Flying the Fujifilm Blimp

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