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February 17, 2015 9:45 AM

How anti-vaccine movement sounds to autistic community

As the measles outbreak pits anti-vaxxers against other parents, autistic writer Sarah Kurchak says she takes the argument personally.

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February 13, 2015 10:00 AM

'Section 60': Where war comes home

Robert M. Poole explores the lives and deaths of veterans buried in Section 60 of Arlington National Cemetery.

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February 5, 2015 9:06 AM

How climate change affects health in Minnesota

On a special edition of Climate Cast this week, Kerri Miller and Paul Huttner discuss the connection between climate change and our health.

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February 4, 2015 10:20 AM

The dangers of being a woman online

Why do women disproportionately experience threats and violence online? What can be done about it?

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February 4, 2015 10:06 AM

Measles outbreak: Your vaccine questions, answered

We got so many questions and comments after the show that we wanted to spend time answering some more questions about vaccines.

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February 3, 2015 2:25 PM

Harper Lee, Where have you been?

With news of a new book coming out after 60 years, exploring the mystery of Harper Lee.

by Tracy Mumford

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February 3, 2015 10:50 AM

'My Brilliant Friend' is Kerri's book pick

A mysterious Italian author breaks through in the U.S. with a new series about female friendship.

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February 3, 2015 10:06 AM

The data of online dating

We talk to two guests who are immersed in the data behind online dating. Does it really lead to strong matches?

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February 3, 2015 9:45 AM

Kiese Laymon: Blackness and the power of a college faculty ID

The Vassar College professor wrote a piece about the power behind his faculty ID. "We pull out our ID because we know the cops can kill us with impunity," he said.

by Emily Kaiser

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February 3, 2015 9:06 AM

Do high-deductible health insurance plans lead to more personal debt?

In order to be able to pay for their monthly premiums, people are choosing the high-deductible plans more often.

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