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Commonly referred to as "ATC" and a staple for afternoon commutes, NPR's nationally syndicated afternoon news magazine brings you closer to home with the presence of WAMU's local host.

Since May 3, 1971 All Things Considered has been produced every day from NPR's headquarters in Washington, D.C. Featuring a mix of news, interviews, commentaries, reviews, and offbeat features, "ATC" produces 2 hours of fresh content every day for hundreds of public radio stations around the United States.

Pat Brogan

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Pat Brogan joined the WAMU 88.5 news team in 2007 after four years as a managing editor at WMAL-AM,and a brief stint at WTOP-FM, both in Washington, D.C. Prior to that, Brogan served nine years as a news anchor and reporter at WLW-AM in Cincinnati, Ohio. He has received multiple AP awards, and has covered local sports, including the Redskins, Nationals, and Wizards.

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Friday, December 2, 2011

For Afghan Women, Rape Law Offers Little Protection

A recent U.N. report suggests that laws to protect women in Afghanistan from rape and forced marriage are still not being enforced. As NATO prepares to leave, concerns grow that women's rights will be further compromised.

Three Juicy Tales Of The Ultimate Food Taboo

Few things are creepier than the idea of eating another person — even in extreme circumstances. Author Mitchell Zuckoff recommends these three stories where humans are the main course, whether on account of tribal ritual, or of extreme desperation.

The Marvels And Messes Of A Month Of Writing

This week marked the end of National Novel Writing Month, a marathonlike contest that boasted over 200,000 participants last year. Each year, some attempts end in failure. However, for others, like best-selling author Erin Morgenstern, it's only the beginning of their story.

Lower Unemployment May Paint Incomplete Picture

The Labor Department reports that the country's unemployment rate fell sharply last month. It dropped from 9 percent to 8.6 percent. Unfortunately, the real labor market may not have improved all that much. Many workers have given up looking for jobs, and their "retirement" can skew the unemployment rate, making it look better than the reality.

Campaign To Women Voters: Board The 'Cain Train'

Melissa Block and Guy Raz talk about a new campaign that the Herman Cain team launched Friday, called "Women for Herman Cain."

Did Crosby's Concussion Impact NHL Rules?

A star in the NHL, Sidney Crosby has returned to the ice after a concussion put him out for nearly a year. Guy Raz talks with sportswriter Stefan Fatsis about whether Crosby's injury has changed the way the NHL does business.

Officials Release Some Egyptian Election Results

In Egypt, partial results from this week's parliamentary elections have been released, after days of delay. There are still two more rounds of voting, so the ultimate make-up of the parliament is far from clear. But if current trends continue, the Muslim Brotherhood — and an even more conservative Islamist party — will make up a large part of the new legislative body.

Newt Gingrich Ups His Campaign Schedule In Iowa

Republican presidential hopeful Newt Gingrich is stepping up his campaign schedule in Iowa ahead of next month's first-in-the-nation caucuses. He's gotten some negative publicity since his poll numbers started rising. But with many voters still undecided, large crowds are showing up to give Gingrich a listen.

For The Queen Of Hip-Hop Soul, A Sequel About Strength

When Mary J. Blige first shook up the world of R&B with My Life, she sang about pain — about an abusive relationship, addiction and depression. Seventeen years later, My Life II is out, and its message has a different tune.

After Fleeing, Syrian Activists Regroup In Turkey

Turkey has been welcoming to Syrians escaping from their troubled homeland. And Syrian activists say they can still organize protests from exile.

Week In Politics: Economy, GOP Primary Race

Melissa Block speaks with our regular political commentators E.J. Dionne, of the Washington Post and Brookings Institution, and David Brooks, of the New York Times. They discuss the economy and the GOP primary race.

Some Jacksonville Jaguars Fans Object To New Owner

In Jacksonville, Fla., there's been a bit of angst this week. The football coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars was fired, and the team's longtime owner announced he's selling the franchise to an Illinois businessman. Some people believe the buyer, Shad Khan, plans to move to the team. Others have voiced concerns because Khan is a native of Pakistan — even though he has lived in the U.S. for decades.

After 10 Years, Segway Falls Short Of High Hopes

Melissa Block and Guy Raz mark the 10th anniversary of the public unveiling of the balancing scooter called the Segway — a device that was predicted to change our world. It only did 10 percent of the volume expected and became something of a joke.

Egyptian Activist Discusses Recent Elections

Throughout the Egyptian revolution, Dalia Zaida was out in the streets, calling for the ouster of Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak. Once that change came to Egypt, she and other young revolutionaries founded a new moderate, secular political party. Now it seems that the revolution cleared the way not for secular parties like hers, but for Islamist ones. Melissa Block speaks with Zaida for her reaction to the electoral victories expected for the Muslim Brotherhood and Salafist parties.

'Ask Mormon Girl' Discusses Mitt Romney's Candidacy

Guy Raz speaks with political commentator and blogger Joanna Brooks, who writes about politics and Mormonism for the "Ask Mormon Girl" blog. They talk about GOP presidential candidate hopeful Mitt Romney. They discuss how Romney's Mormon faith has shaped his views — and why his religious background may make people uncomfortable.

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Christine Ha: From MasterChef To Home Kitchen

When Christine Ha won MasterChef in 2012, she blew the reality TV show judges away with her Vietnamese influenced cooking. But what really impressed viewers was that she had total control in the kitchen, even though she's blind. Host Michel Martin speaks to Christine Ha about her new cookbook Recipes from my Home Kitchen.

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Growing Vegetables From Seeds Take Root For Many Gardeners

More and more gardeners are bypassing the local nursery and instead starting their veggies from seed. Seeds are often cheaper and they give growers a bigger choice of varieties. At a community garden in Venice, Calif., students learn the ins and outs of gardening from scratch.

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Decades Of History Behind IRS Flap

Host Michel Martin looks into why some non-profits are tax exempt, and how something like the recent IRS flap could happen. She speaks with David Cay Johnston, a columnist for Tax Analysts and reporter Brentin Mock of Colorlines.com.

Technology

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Yahoo To Buy Tumblr In An Attempt To Revitalize Itself

Yahoo is expected to announce Monday that it's acquiring the social media site Tumblr, in a deal The Wall Street Journal and other news outlets are reporting to be worth about $1.1 billion. Some analysts are calling the acquisition an effort by Yahoo to be "cool and relevant" again.

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All Things Considered

Pat Brogan

Arts & Culture

Christine Ha: From MasterChef To Home Kitchen

Food

Growing Vegetables From Seeds Take Root For Many Gardeners

Politics

Decades Of History Behind IRS Flap

Technology

Yahoo To Buy Tumblr In An Attempt To Revitalize Itself

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