90.3 at 9: September 2005

90.3 at 9 for Thursday, September 01, 2005
We'll take a look at pockets of excellence in the bleak educational landscape of Cleveland. One of these is the Urban Community School, an alternative school that aims to put poor urban kids on the fast track to college. This is planned as a remote from Urban Community School.

90.3 at 9 for Friday, September 02, 2005
"You see when the mind houses two personalities there's always a conflict, a battle. In Norman's case, the battle is over." The 1960 classic Psycho is among a long list of films with mental illness at the heart of the story. Characters are often portrayed as dangerous and violent. And what about the stereotype of a psychiatrist? Does Psycho's Dr. Fred Richmond come to mind? The unquiet mind's role in modern media - today on 90.3 at 9.

90.3 at 9 for Monday, September 05, 2005
The future of organized labor (recorded the Monday after two major defections from the AFL-CIO).

90.3 at 9 for Tuesday, September 06, 2005
A private business is proposing generating electric power at a Cuyahoga River dam in Summit County, Edison Gorge. The company thinks it can generate both power and profit. Environmentalists are thinking otherwise - they want to remove the dam, which has been there for decades. Karen Schaefer hosts.

90.3 at 9 for Wednesday, September 07, 2005
The Coast Guard, Red Cross and many other organizations have sent men and women from the region to help with hurricane relief efforts. As you listen, watch, and read about the devastation, what has your response been to the aftermath of Katrina? Are you donating your time or money to help the victims? Let us know today on 90.3 at 9.

90.3 at 9 for Thursday, September 08, 2005
Northeast Ohio is preparing short and long term residences and a help center for victims of Hurricane Katrina. We'll continue our coverage of the relocation efforts and hear from some already calling our region home, plus more from officials organizing the transition. As always, you're invited to join the conversation today on 90.3 at 9.

90.3 at 9 for Friday, September 09, 2005
2005 marks the 100th anniversary of the greenhouse at Rockefeller Park. Built on land given to the city in 1897 by oil baron John D. Rockefeller, the greenhouse serves as the nursery for the landscaping seen at municipal parks and Cleveland city buildings. And it's not just a working nursery; it's also a free tourist attraction and frequently serves as a picturesque backdrop for weddings. The 100th anniversary will be marked by a free jazz concert at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, September 10. We'll discuss the history of Rockefeller greenhouse, talk about its modern-day role and take listener questions about all things horticultural on 90.3 at 9.

90.3 at 9 for Monday, September 12, 2005
Senate hearings are set to begin on the nominee to lead the Supreme Court. What would Judge John Roberts bring to the bench? We'll get perspectives from two guests: one, a left-leaning constitutional scholar, the other the attorney who founded the conservative group Judicial Watch. We'd like your perspective as well. Join the conversation today, on 90.3 at 9.

90.3 at 9 for Tuesday, September 13, 2005
In the wake of Hurricane Katrina, Ohioans have been as eager as anyone to help the survivors. Several hundred evacuees may even come here. If they do, they'll need all the basics - food, shelter, medical care, and ultimately, jobs. So, what about those jobs? Unemployment in Ohio is still well above the national average. How will evacuees find work here? We'll talk about their prospects, and take your calls, today on 90.3 at 9.

90.3 at 9 for Wednesday, September 14, 2005
90.3 at 9 will not be heard today - instead, tune in for NPR's gavel-to-gavel coverage of the Roberts hearings.

90.3 at 9 for Thursday, September 15, 2005
90.3 at 9 will not be heard today - instead, tune in for NPR's gavel-to-gavel coverage of the Roberts hearings.

90.3 at 9 for Friday, September 16, 2005
You're eighteen years old, African-American and heading off to college: You've got a 40% chance of graduating... it's a statistic that both defines the mission of black colleges and inspires it. But as the talented tenth increasingly head to more elite institutions, HBUCs are struggling to educate the under prepared. We're educating ourselves on the role of black colleges. Join us today on 90.3 at 9.

90.3 at 9 for Monday, September 19, 2005
Hispanic political influence. We mark Hispanic Awareness Month by examining the level of political clout of Spanish-speaking people in greater Cleveland and the state of Ohio.

90.3 at 9 for Tuesday, September 20, 2005
Giving equal weight to mental illness in health care policies - should it be a requirement? Northeast Ohio Senator Bob Spada is calling on state lawmakers to approve a mental health parity bill. The proposal prohibits discrimination in the coverage of biologically-based mental illness, including things like schizophrenia and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Weigh in with your own thoughts, today on 90.3 at 9.

90.3 at 9 for Wednesday, September 21, 2005
Some states are dealing with housing bubbles - in Ohio, it's a foreclosure explosion. Vacant homes are popping up all over the state, with thousands right here in northeast Ohio. In Cuyahoga County alone, the number of foreclosures this year is expected to reach about 10,000. We'll look at some solutions and take your calls, today on 90.3 at 9.

90.3 at 9 for Thursday, September 22, 2005
Pope Benedict hasn't been on the job for more than six months but he's already making plenty of headlines. There's talk of a document barring homosexual men from being ordained as priests and visits to countries like Turkey to promote interreligious dialogue. Meanwhile, a record's been released of Pope John Paul's final hours. Pose your comments and questions to Vatican Reporter John Allen today on 90.3 at 9.

90.3 at 9 for Friday, September 23, 2005
"Other Sacrifices" A look at troops who've returned from the Iraq war with non-fatal injuries and mental health issues.

90.3 at 9 for Monday, September 26, 2005
Pain management. We'll explore the medical research underway in Cleveland on pain management.

90.3 at 9 for Tuesday, September 27, 2005
Seniors are facing the sometimes perplexing task of choosing a provider for Medicare's prescription drug benefit - that's the topic of conversation on today's 90.3 at 9.

90.3 at 9 for Wednesday, September 28, 2005
Some say it's hot, others say not - the housing market, that is. The East and West Coasts have the bubble - is it just fizz in Ohio? August sales were record-breaking, and those low mortgage rates are keeping the region's real estate agents busy. No worries of bursting here. Some of the biggest bangs for your housing buck are in the Buckeye state. We'll talk about our non-bubble, when you put a down payment of your time, today on 90.3 at 9.

90.3 at 9 for Thursday, September 29, 2005
Bullying at work. The impact and cost of churlish behavior by toxic co-workers and how managers can deal with it.

90.3 at 9 for Friday, September 30, 2005
Sports loyalties. With the Indians on the verge of returning to the playoffs, one of the big stories of the season is the lack of fan support at Jacobs Field. Yet, the Browns, who've been mediocre for 15 years, sell out every week. What gives?