The 1960s television series The Fugitive was immensely popular but it was a show unlike any other on the air at the time. It had a dark, claustrophobic film noir atmosphere in which no one ever relaxed. David Jansen’s character, Richard Kimble, never changed and remained aloof and apart from all the human drama that swirled around him. What kind of TV hero was that? Tonight on Inquiry we welcome noted literary theorist STANLEY FISH, Davidson-Kahn Distinguished University Professor of Humanities and Law at Florida International University and Dean Emeritus of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Professor Fish became fascinated with the meaning and symbolism of The Fugitive and has written an outstanding book that looks at the shows severe morality and Kimble as the embodiment of classical liberalism. Professor Fish’s unique book is titled THE FUGITIVE IN FLIGHT: FAITH, LIBERALISM AND LAW IN A CLASSIC TV SHOW. Tune in tonight for an erudite and surprising discussion of a beloved classic television series.
We have all eaten and drunk foods with artificial sweeteners in them like Saccharin, Sucaryl and NutraSweet, often in futile attempts to diet and lose weight. But what do we know about these chemicals? Are they good for us? How have these artificial sweeteners affected our attitudes towards nutrition and eating? Tonight on Inquiry we talk with CAROLYN DE LA PENA, Professor of American Studies at the University of California, Davis. Her new book, EMPTY PLEASURES: THE STORY OF ARTIFICIAL SWEETENERS FROM SACCHARIN TO SPLENDA, is an eye-opening history of how chemical manufacturers and food businesses worked together to market these chemicals to Americans all in the name of dieting. If you have ever had a diet soda or microwaved a lo-calorie meal in the hopes of eating more sensibly, don’t miss tonight’s show!
Tonight is Part Two of our conversation with WILLIAM C. GERRITY, a man who has spent from the 60s well into the 90s working on some of the greatest and best-known films of the time. These include movies like KLUTE, TRADING PLACES and PATRIOT GAMES. Tune in and hear some great stories about Bette Davis and other stars, and hear him talk about the dramatic changes that have occurred over his life in the making of films and what this means to the art of cinema.
WILLIAM C. GERRITY had lived an amazing life working in film and television. He has worked on such seminal films as ALICE’S RESTAURANT, THE FRENCH CONNECTION, THE OWL AND THE PUSSYCAT, SOPHIE’S CHOICE and on into such films of the 90s as SEVEN. The list of projects he has had a hand in is nothing short of stunning. Tonight on Inquiry we speak with him about what it takes to budget a film, the challenges of shooting on location, what an Assistant Director is responsible for and what happens when one of your stars walks off the set and the production grinds to a sudden halt. If you love film, don’t miss this very informative and entertaining insider’s look at the art and business of film. Our conversation continues in Part Two.
In the mid 1800s, a number of Americans formed unique communes to live separate form the rest of society and aspire to a more spiritual life. None of these experiments in living were as unique or as destined for failure as the Fruitlands in Harvard, Massachusetts. Founded by Bronson Alcott, father of Louisa May, the Fruitlanders had very strict beliefs about diet, sex and what you could wear. But their tight little group nestled in the hinterlands could not avoid internal turmoil and conflict that would eventually tear their idyllic group life apart. This is a gripping story of lofty spiritual ideals chaffing against earth bound human emotions. Tonight on Inquiry, we speak with RICHARD FRANCIS, Research Fellow at Harvard, he has taught American Studies on both sides of the Atlantic. His fascinating new history is titled FRUITLANDS: THE ALCOTT FAMILY AND THEIR SEARCH FOR UTOPIA.
Tonight is Part Two of our conversation with WILLIAM C. GERRITY, a man who has spent from the 60s well into the 90s working on some of the greatest and best-known films of the time. These include movies like KLUTE, TRADING PLACES and PATRIOT GAMES. Tune in and hear some great stories about Bette Davis and other stars, and hear him talk about the dramatic changes that have occurred over his life in the making of films and what this means to the art of cinema.
WILLIAM C. GERRITY had lived an amazing life working in film and television. He has worked on such seminal films as ALICE’S RESTAURANT, THE FRENCH CONNECTION, THE OWL AND THE PUSSYCAT, SOPHIE’S CHOICE and on into such films of the 90s as SEVEN. The list of projects he has had a hand in is nothing short of stunning. Tonight on Inquiry we speak with him about what it takes to budget a film, the challenges of shooting on location, what an Assistant Director is responsible for and what happens when one of your stars walks off the set and the production grinds to a sudden halt. If you love film, don’t miss this very informative and entertaining insider’s look at the art and business of film. Our conversation continues in Part Two.
This week Al travels to Argentina for a visit with Matius Fraga, general manager of Bodegas Escorihuela in the Mendoza region where the Malbec grape is king. Hear Matius describe a lifestyle that has originated and flourished from the foothills of the famed Andes mountains and why his wines are so popular. Airs Sunday, December 19 at 10:30 pm!
Jim Dunn is founder of Future Solar Systems, and Scott Reisinger is headmaster and Peter McKone is director of facilities of the Bancroft School.
With the sun shining, the Bancroft School community, with local and state officials on hand, converged on October 8, 2010 at the McDonough Center to celebrate the installation of 462 high-efficiency solar panels at a special dedication ceremony. The solar electric system is the largest private installation within Worcester, producing more than 117,000-kilowatt hours of electricity annually or approximately 25% of the building’s energy needs over an entire year.
Worcester has already been named by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as one of the first green communities in this state. The solar electric system capacity is rated at 106.2 kW and will add to Worcester’s reputation as a stronghold of alternative energy-conscious organizations.
The Bancroft School project was made possible by Future Solar Systems in Millbury, which designed the solar electric system, coordinated the installation, secured investors, and provided a comprehensive curriculum for solar, wind and energy efficiency for faculty to incorporate into the science and math programs.
The solar panels are made by Canadian Solar, with inverters made by Solectria Renewables in Lawrence. The system was financed by a combination of Millbury Credit Union and private investment.
On an all-new episode, host Steve D'Agostino talks with Grace Ross, author of Main Street $marts. They talk about what got us into this economic mess, and how we get through it. Airs Sunday, December 12 at 10 pm.
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