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Summary: The Conversation covers current events in politics, public affairs, culture and science. Host Ross Reynolds opens the phone for listeners to participate in spirited discussions on the issues of the day. Twitter: KUOWRoss | Facebook: KUOWRoss To find stories by The Conversation older than October 15, 2012, go to www2.kuow.org and select "The Conversation" from the show dropdown menu in the search function.
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The Washington State Liquor Control Board is working to figure out how to create and regulate a legalized marijuana market. It’s not clear whether
Futurist Sonia Arrison believes the first person to live to 150 years has already been born. What will the rapidly evolving improvements in medicine and
New York comic-strip artist Ben Katchor was the first cartoonist to be awarded a MacArthur Foundation “genuis” grant. Ben Katchor's new book, "Hand-Drying
In Washington state there are no requirements to include financial education in school curriculum. As a result, most kids graduate high school financially
Regulation exits for television marketing aimed at children that mixes entertainment with advertising. That regulation does not exist for advergaming, a
The Mayo Clinic reports that around 45 percent of Americans say they are either very or somewhat likely to donate a kidney to someone they’ve never met. In
Professional and citizen journalists turned to social media last week to report and gather information on the bombings in Boston. But in the rush to get
In Washington state, it’s perfectly legal for employers to refuse to hire people who smoke. In 2006, state lawmakers tried but failed to join 29 other US
According to the Centers for Disease Control, the average drunken driver has driven drunk 80 times before their first arrest. Here in Washington after a
Approximately every two minutes, one woman will be raped in the United States. That means about 10 women will be raped by the end of this short 20 minute
With all the talk about the legalization of marijuana perhaps you’ve been caught in a haze and haven’t been paying attention to what is going on with
The Seattle Mariners are likely to see an increase in future revenue now that they’ve purchased a controlling interest in ROOT Sports Northwest — the cable
It’s not just math anymore, students are falling behind in history and civics too. A new report by independent, non-partisan research organization — the
A new public service announcement by the state’s Emergency Management Division urges you to always “know your location” just in case you have to call 911.
Feeling hungry? Bring on the bugs! High in protein and easy to farm, bugs are nutritious and sustainable, and according to some, even delicious. Ross
