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Wed, August 20, 2008 -- Morning
The California Report
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Host: Rachael Myrow
CafePress.com
With convention season upon us, more people feel inclined to wear their politics on their sleeves -- 100% combed ring-spun cotton sleeves, to be exact. Conduct a search online for "political t-shirts," and you'll find a dizzying variety of sentiments. San Mateo-based CafePress.com claims to be the first and biggest online marketplace for t-shirts and other gear designed by the public.
Reporters:
• Rachael Myrow
For more information:
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 Video of CafePress' visual sales tracker
End Music
"Mo' Onions" by Booker T. and the MG's from Green Onions (Rhino)
Tue, August 19, 2008 -- Morning
The California Report
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Host: Rachael Myrow
Union Membership Bill
The United Farmworkers Union is close to winning a major victory in Sacramento with legislation that would make it easier for farmworkers to join a union. The bill passed the Senate yesterday but still faces tough opposition from growers.
Reporters:
• Sasha Khokha
Microfinancing During Economic Downturn
With the credit crisis drying up sources of capital, some small businesses in California are looking to a source of funds that's become common in many Third World countries. Microfinancing began by lending small amounts of money to people in poverty stricken villages, giving them the chance to become self-sufficient. The practice is now becoming popular with small businesses here at home, but it's not always easy.
Reporters:
• Peter Jon Shuler
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"Hummin" by Large Professor from The New Groove (Blue Note)
Mon, August 18, 2008 -- Morning
The California Report
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Mac: hold Ctrl, click link, and choose "Save As.")
Host: Rachael Myrow
State Assembly Weekend Budget Meeting
On Sunday, state lawmakers spent four hours discussing a new spending plan. The Assembly Democrat's proposal, however, failed to pass, and the likelihood of a timely compromise could be grim.
Reporters:
• John Myers
Medi-Cal Cuts
For a decade, California lawmakers looking to balance the budget have turned to Medi-Cal for cuts. This year is no different, last winter lawmakers authorized a 10 percent cut in the fees Medi-Cal pays to providers. The cuts took effect last month, and doctors are again threatening to drop patients or drop Medi-Cal altogether.
Reporters:
• Ailsa Chang
End Music
"Stones" by Sonic Youth from Sonic Nurse (Geffen)
Visit the Audio Archive and listen online to past editions of The California Report.
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Scraper Bikes
Take a ride with East Oakland's Scraper Bike Crew.
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Inside and Outside a Fire Watchtower
Tour one woman's home office at 8,000 feet.
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Vintage Baseball
Go out to the very old ball game.
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California's Modern Ranch Homes
Take a virtual road trip to see Cliff May's pioneering home designs.
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Ascención
A new "opera" tells the story of an important Native American.
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Climate Change
& California's Water
A seven-part series exploring the effects of global warming on our water system and all living things that depend on it.
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