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It was described as a "shattering of a glass ceiling" in American classical music. When Marin Alsop was named conductor of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra she became the first woman to lead a top-ranked American orchestra. Now, several weeks after taking to the podium for her inaugural concert, Alsop speaks with us about classical music and the future of the BSO.
Marin Alsop, Music Director, Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
What happens when cutting-edge science gets caught in the middle of political and ethical debates? Today, many decisions about issues like global warming and stem-cell research are influenced by people without technical proficiency in relevant fields. Kojo explores the intersection of media, politics and the scientific establishment in the formulation of public policy.
David Goldston, Columnist, "Nature"; Scholar in Residence, Program in Science, Technology, and Environmental Policy, Princeton University; and former chief of staff for the House Committee on Science( 2001- 2006)
Matthew Nisbet, Assistant Professor, School of Communication, American University
Francesca Grifo, Director, Scientific Integrity Program, Union of Concerned Scientists
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