Tuesday February 19, 2008
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How will digital television conversion affect you? Will your XM or Sirius satelite radio need an upgrade soon? What's up with the sale of public airwaves? Join Kojo for the latest news from the Federal Communications Commission.
Corey Boles, reporter, The Wall Street Journal
Rob Pegoraro, Consumer Technology Columnist, Washington Post
It's an industry driven by consumer demand for the latest trend. But many fashion houses complain they're getting scooped by copy-cat manufacturers. Now, Congress is considering whether to give designers stronger copyright protections to help them crack down on knockoffs. Kojo explores the emerging debate over fashion and intellectual property rights.
Kristi Ellis, Washington Bureau Chief, Fairchild Fashion Group
Susan Scafidi, Visiting Professor of Law, Fordham University; she also writes the “Counterfeit Chic” blog
Christopher Sprigman, Associate Professor, University of Virginia School of Law
With a sharp mind, a quick wit, an eye for the ladies, and the ability to hold a grudge, former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown was a political heavyweight and one of the most colorful politicians of recent memory. He joins Kojo to chat about life, politics, and the enduring memories that still haunt him.
Willie L. Brown Jr., Mayor of San Francisco (1996-2004) and author, "Basic Brown: My Life and Our Times" (Simon & Schuster)