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12:06Togo

When Togo's longtime ruler died last month, the military installed his son as heir to the presidency. But sanctions from west African neighbors have since forced an open, democratic presidential election. We look at the political ramifications of this move.

Guests

George Ayittey, Economist in Residence at American University; President of the Free Africa Foundation, and author of "Africa Unchained: The Blueprint for Africa’s Future"

12:22The Science of Gender

One in 4,000 babies are born with both male and female traits. A look at what scientists are learning about the relationship between hormones, anatomy and gender identity.

Guests

Dana Beyer, MD, Medical Consultant to The DES Sons International Network

Deborah Rudacille, author, "The Riddle of Gender: Science, Activism, and Transgender Rights" (Pub: Pantheon)

13:06Open Phones

Fed up by winter weather, or fired up by the Supreme Court's ruling on juvenile executions? Call in and tell Kojo all about it, in a session of Open Phones.

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