Thought Press

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Synopsis

A podcast where it's news, plus more. You'll love our interesting and informative sound with news and stories of interest from around the world. Culture, sounds, entertainment, technology, our world today...things you never knew you cared about.

Episodes

  • Thought Press 11.06.05

    06/11/2005

    On this podcast: Bird flu is a big worry and President Bush's $7 billion is supposed to help combat the virus and create greater awareness as far as pandemic warnings. More and more countries are being added to the outbreak list. China and Vietnam are the latest, but China is especially susceptible... The life as a US soldier can be tough but some are making a big difference through theater... Also, college tuition has gone up 40% in the last five years. Why is this and how can universities make education more affordable? The costs put people into debt and delay things like marriage. Maura Jane Farrelly has our report with all the statistics and numbers. The Program: Bird Flu update Army theater Cost of college tuition Music: Flyfloatflute by Marcos Oliva Northern Lights by Tara Stratton 0999 Uranos by Marcos Oliva Send us your thoughts. It's thoughtpress@gmail.com or call our voiceline @ 206.33.THINK (84465).

  • Thought Press 11.02.05

    02/11/2005

    On this podcast: Halloween is past, but it's legend lives on. We have two stories about it. One about Halloween's history and legend, and how it's evolved over the years. You'll also hear some old tales from Halloweens past from northern Vermont. Get ready for some frights! ... During this program we also take a look at President Bush's new approval rating. It's at its lowest ever, and this doesn't help the other issues the White House has had to deal with. The President makes a step to fight bird flu. Also, what role do American-Muslims play and how are they struggling in the post-9/11 world. Finally, Baby Boomers have a new investment scheme and it has to do with cars. The Program: President Bush's approval rating Classic cars Halloween history Frightening tales American-Muslim's role in America Bird Flu update -> PandemicFlu.gov Music: High Sheriff by Aiken County String Band (1927) Halloween Music by Charles Floyd Mitchell Subscribe to our newsletter. Send us your thoughts: thoughtpress@gmail.com or call

  • Thought Press 10.26.05

    26/10/2005

    On this podcast: Energy is the topic of discussion at water coolers this season, not to mention winter heating prices. Our world's weather is slowly getting worse, causing natural disasters, and increasing oil costs. This coming winter has got people worried about how much extra money is coming out of their pockets to keep warm. We'll have the numbers, including a look at the future of environmentally friendly vehicles... Pope Benedict canonizes five new Saints and says no to married priests... Also, going back to the moon means finding oxygen sources, and we did... See what's needed before man steps foot on the Lunar surface. Schools are choosing between laptops and textbooks. What would you choose?... Finally, Apple goes to court, over the iPod Nano. The Program: Future weather patternsWinter energy costs -> Detailed short-term outlook Environmentally friendly vehicles The Pope names five new Saints Oxygen on the moon Laptops in place of textbooks? iPod Nano lawsuit Music: 8-Bit Head by Adhesion 13 Base Car

  • Thought Press 10.18.05

    18/10/2005

    On this podcast: Rescuing continues in Pakistan to recover from the earthquake while bad weather is hampering efforts. President Bush says the United States will assist in any way... Iraq held it's referendum vote for the new constitution and it was a good turnout, despite threats. We'll take you there as people lined up early to vote. Results are expected soon but there is still uncertainty as to what the plan of action is to remove troops... Pope Benedict gathered with thousands of children at the Vatican... Also, the recent talk about energy has got many wondering how can I save energy and electricity? We'll visit a solar home... The Avian Bird Flu has spread even further. Is it safe to have a Thanksgiving turkey? We'll see what the threat is... Finally, let's go back to 1964 where the Winter Olympics open in Japan exactly 41 years ago. The Program: Pakistan earthquake update Iraq referendum vote Pope's first children's festival Solar homes -> National Solar Tour Day | Solar home details Avian (bird) Flu -

  • Thought Press 10.13.05

    18/10/2005

    On this podcast: Pakistan has world focus now as they try and clean up from a devastating earthquake that killed tens of thousands. We'll look at it from a variety of angles: The slow response, the numbers dead and homeless, the hospitals destroyed. There are few medical facilities available for the thousands injured and few places to go for the millions homeless. The recent natural disasters has created a new category in the world: environmental refugees. Also, the iPod lineup changes once again. Music by Carl Leth The Program: Pakistan earthquake Environmental Refugees High energy costs this winter New iPod -> See it | TV spot | New iTrip Subscribe to our newsletter! Email us your ideas or thoughts: thoughtpress@gmail.com or call us @ 206.33.THINK (84465).

  • Thought Press 10.7.05

    07/10/2005

    Today: Iraqi Constitution in detail | Doctor-assisted suicide | Red Cross says media is vital | Avian (Bird) Flu | Ramadan Music by Carl Leth Links: Not Dead Yet Compassion & Choices Avian Flu Info Subscribe to our newsletter! Email us your ideas or thoughts: thoughtpress@gmail.com or call us @ 206.33.THINK (84465). Download alternate mp3 version

  • Thought Press 9.29.05

    29/09/2005

    Today: Al-Qaida's No. 2 man dies | Iraq still hot issue | Hurricane prediction | Monarch butterfly | Evolution vs. Creationism | iPod Nano problems Music: Wolverine Blues by Benny Goodman (1928) Links: Shine up your iPod Butterfly Weblog Subscribe to our newsletter on the right. Email us your ideas or thoughts: thoughtpress@gmail.com or call us @ 206.33.THINK (84465). Download alternate mp3 version

  • Thought Press 9.23.05 - Hurricane Rita

    23/09/2005

    This is a timely podcast. We look at the current situation of Hurricane Rita and learn about how hurricanes work. Links: NOAA - Hurricane Info Thanks for listening! How do you react to Hurricane Rita? Email your thoughts to thoughtpress@gmail.com or call us @ 206.33.THINK (84465).

  • Thought Press 9.21.05

    21/09/2005

    Today: Going to the moon | London bombers | Image of American Muslims | Bush's disapproval rating | Assisted reproduction and surrogacy Links: American Surrogacy Center NASA Crew Exploration Vehicle Have questions or comments? Email us @ thoughtpress@gmail.com or leave your thoughts @ 206.33.THINK (84465). You can be heard on Thought Press. Download alternate mp3 version

  • Thought Press 9.16.05

    20/09/2005

    Today: John Roberts controversy | Hurricanes | 1955 Newsreel | Fuel crisis around the world | Robert Wise dies | Hong Kong Disneyland opening | How we podcast Enhanced Podcasting Software Links: ChapterToolMe Cast Easy Links: Science Magazine: Hurricanes Hong Kong Disneyland Have questions or comments? Email us @ thoughtpress@gmail.com or leave your thoughts @ 206.33.THINK (84465). You can be heard on Thought Press. Download alternate mp3 version

  • Thought Press 9.12.05

    12/09/2005

    Today we focus on how disaster affects us, both natural: Hurricane Katrina, and manmade: September 11. Links: 9/11 Digital Archive Do you enjoy our enhanced podcast? Email us @ thoughtpress@gmail.com or leave your thoughts @ 206.33.THINK (84465).

  • Thought Press 9.7.05

    07/09/2005

    Why just listen when you can watch and interact? Thought Press is now an enhanced podcast in iTunes 4.9 or on your iPod! This means that as you listen, relevant images and links will appear in your iTunes window or on your iPod. You can even jump to different stories within the podcast. Today: Autograph Conventions | Mars rover Spirit | Hurricane satellite images | The New Orleans we used to know Links: Hurricane Relief: Donate Now Mars Pictures Find an autograph convention Google Earth image overlays of New Orleans New Orleans before/after pictures More detailed images Do you enjoy our enhanced podcast? Email us @ thoughtpress@gmail.com or leave your thoughts @ 206.33.THINK (84465).

  • Thought Press 9.5.05 - Hurricane Katrina

    05/09/2005

    Listen to our new enhanced podcast in iTunes 4.9 or on your iPod! This means you can jump to different sections, view relevant links mentioned, and view relevant images all live as you listen! Today: Part Two of Hurricane Katrina coverage, with more saddening words from victims, including Kanye West's uncensored commentary on NBC. Links: Hurricane Relief: Donate Now Hurricane Housing Kanye West video on NBC Donate to MDA Thanks for listening! How do you react to hurricane Katrina? Email your thoughts to thoughtpress@gmail.com or call us @ 206.33.THINK (84465).

  • Thought Press 9.2.05 - Hurricane Katrina

    03/09/2005

    Today we focus specially on the effects of Hurricane Katrina, including how it's affected gas prices. Links: Hurricane Relief: Donate Now Video of New Orleans: Download Now Average gas prices Gas prices near you Thanks for listening! How do you react to hurricane Katrina? Email your thoughts to thoughtpress@gmail.com or call us @ 206.33.THINK (84465). Wow! When we recorded this podcast donations to the Red Cross were $19 million. It's more than doubled!

  • Thought Press 8.28.05

    28/08/2005

    Not much time? Don't worry, today's Thought Press is short and sweet. Today: Bush approval rating lowest ever | "Real Beauty" ads Links: Dove's Campaign for Real Beauty Thanks for listening! Want to be heard on the show? Email your thoughts to thoughtpress@gmail.com or call us @ 206.33.THINK (84465).

  • Thought Press 8.25.05

    25/08/2005

    Today: Iraqi Constitution | Britain against Muslims? | US Military stretched to it's limit? | New Disney on Ice show | Online education in rural towns Links: Iraq Constitution News Update Read the Constitution text Thanks for listening! Want to be heard on the show? Email your thoughts to thoughtpress@gmail.com or call us @ 206.33.THINK (84465).

  • Thought Press 8.21.05

    21/08/2005

    Today: Michigan State Fair | Next Shuttle launch: March | President tries to increase war support | World Youth Day Thanks for listening! Want to be heard on the show? Give us your thoughts. Email thoughtpress@gmail.com or call us @ 206.33.THINK (84465).

  • Thought Press 8.14.05

    14/08/2005

    Today: New 9/11 audio | Social Security turns 70 | Genetics of rice | Future of Bollywood Links: Social Security Calculator Video: How does Social Security work? Music: Dabadasadai by James Curran Thanks for listening! What can be improved? Email thoughtpress@gmail.com or call us @ 206.33.THINK (84465).

  • Thought Press 8.10.05

    10/08/2005

    Today: Discovery returns | 1959 launch of a new satellite | Online medical check-ups | Price of oil | Subway bag searches unconstitutional? | Divorce and co-habitating Want to get your voice or opinion on Thought Press? Email thoughtpress@gmail.com or call us @ 206.33.THINK (84465).

  • Thought Press 8.5.05

    06/08/2005

    Today: More Al-qaeda attacks? | Yahoo's audio search | Apple's new mouse | Native American and Hawaiian music | Brain dead woman gives birth | Disney to open a second China park in 2012 Links: Apple's Mighty Mouse Mighty Mouse Review "Our Beloved Land" CD Corrected Link: Yahoo! Audio Search Thanks for listening! What can be improved? Email thoughtpress@gmail.com or call us @ 206.33.THINK (84465).

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