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Guest host: Matthew Felling
They call it "the Arlington Way" -- the civil and consenus-driven political culture that's unique to Northern Virginia. But like many jurisdictions in our region, Arlington is facing tough challenges and divisive issues. Board Chairman Walter Tejada joins us to talk immigration, affordable housing and to take your phone calls.
Walter Tejada, Chairman, Arlington County Board (D)
Guest host: Matthew Felling
His day job may be as math professor, but his passion is certainly fiction writing. Eight years ago, Manil Suri released a debut novel, which went on to win numerous awards. The respected writer joins us to discuss the second book in his planned trilogy -- about the life of the Hindu god of destruction.
Manil Suri, Professor of Mathematics, University of Maryland Baltimore County; and author of "The Age of Shiva" (Norton)
Guest host: Matthew Felling
District leaders are divided over a proposed camera surveillance network, which would consolidate thousands of security devices across the city. But while the personalities at play are uniquely local, similar initiatives are raising tough questions in cities around the world. We explore the technical and security frontiers of new surveillance technology.
Sharon Weinberger, Writer for Wired's National Security Blog, Danger Room
Andy McSmith, Chief Reporter, the Independent (London)
Martin Gill, Professor of Criminology, University of Leicester
Guest host: Matthew Felling
It's impossible to escape corporate advertising. Everyday, we're bombarded by ads in newspapers, in storefronts, in public places and on the Web. But some say advertising strategies in corporate America are going overboard. We discuss how companies can establish their brands and personalities without overwhelming the consumers they're targeting.
Rohit Bhargava, Senior Vice President, Digital Strategy and Marketing, Ogilvy 360 Digital Influence; author, "Personality Not Included" (McGraw-Hill)
Lucas Conley, Writer; Author, "Obsessive Branding Disorder: The Illusion of Business and the Business of Illusion."
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