Monthly Archives: March 2014

ThinkwingRadio: March 26, 2014, 10-11PM, KPFT-FM 90.1 (Houston). TOPIC: Open Forum (Crimean Crisis)

SHOW AUDIO: kpft_2014-03-26_2200, Ukraine, Crimea, Russia, Munich Pact, Self-determination

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Welcome to Thinkwing Radio with Mike Honig (@ThinkwingRadio), a listener call-in show (every Wednesday night from 10-11PM CT) on KPFT-FM 90.1 (Houston). My engineer and discussion partner is Egberto Willies (@EgbertoWillies).

For the purposes of this show, I operate on two mottoes:

You’re entitled to your own opinion, but not your own facts;
An educated electorate is a prerequisite for a democracy.

Thinkwing Radio with Mike Honig is usually a call-in show. Whether you’re listening live on the radio or on the internet from anywhere in the world, you can call in at 713-526-5738. (Long distance charges may apply.)

GUEST(S): You callers are the guests!

TOPIC:

.@KPFT “Pro-Life/Anti-Choice”, or actually “Anti-Fornication/Pro-Punishment”? One topic on tonite’s #ThinkwingRadio #OpenForum

Mike Honig ‏@ThinkWingRadio 2m: .@KPFT We’ve had the term “Cannon Fodder” for centuries. Has Fukushima now given us “Reactor Fodder”? One topic on tonite’s #ThinkwingRadio

Mike Honig ‏@ThinkWingRadio 6m : .@KPFT Have centuries of Western Imperialism ended only to see the birth of Eastern Imperialism? One topic on tonight’s ThinkwingRadio

NOTE: This post is subject to update before and after the show.

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“Goodbye Academia,” by Lenny Teytelman

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Introduction by Michael R. Honig, 21-March-2014

Ever since I was a little kid, science and technology have fascinated me. When I read magazines, newspapers (or, now, web sites), the first or second thing I turned to was always the science/technology section, the way many folks look for the sports pages. Thus I am re-publishing an article I found through referral by a friend in biological research. Through my relationships and friendships to scientists (and my marriage to an outstanding researcher), I’ve heard Lenny’s story many times. I think his story is sad for both himself and his country, but is also a compelling argument for reforming the dog-eat-dog world of competing for wholly inadequate grant money by highly-trained and grossly-underpaid scientists who work in a frequently-disheartening professional environment.

This is the original link: http://anothersb.blogspot.com/2014/02/goodbye-academia.html?showComment=1393631732246

NOTE: I recommend going to the comments section after reading the article for additional perspective from others who know whereof Mr. Teytelman speaks.

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ThinkwingRadio: March 19, 2014, 10-11PM, KPFT-FM 90.1 (Houston). TOPIC:

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SHOW AUDIO: Open Forum, kpft_2014-03-19_2200, UKRAINE, ABORTION, MISSING PLANE

For the purposes of this show, I operate on two mottoes:

You’re entitled to your own opinion, but not your own facts;
An educated electorate is a prerequisite for a democracy.

GUEST(S): Callers are tonight’s guests. BE one!

TOPIC[S]:

.@KPFT “Pro-Life/Anti-Choice”, or actually “Anti-Fornication/Pro-Punishment”? One topic on tonite’s #ThinkwingRadio #OpenForum

.@KPFT We’ve had the term “Cannon Fodder” for centuries. Has Fukushima now given us “Reactor Fodder”? One topic on tonite’s #ThinkwingRadio

.@KPFT “Appeasement”. It’s not just for Neville Chamberlain anymore. One topic on tonite’s #ThinkwingRadio.

.@KPFT Have centuries of Western Imperialism ended only to see the birth of Eastern Imperialism? One topic on tonite’s ThinkwingRadio

NOTE: This post is subject to update before and after the show.

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ThinkwingRadio: March 12, 2014, 10-11PM, KPFT-FM 90.1 (Houston). TOPIC: ACA/Obamacare Last Chance Enrollment

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SHOW AUDIO: kpft_2014-03-12_2200, OBAMACARE SIGNUP, MARIO CASTILLO & ANNE FILIPIC

For the purposes of this show, I operate on two mottoes:

You’re entitled to your own opinion, but not your own facts;
An educated electorate is a prerequisite for a democracy.

GUEST(S): Mario Castillo, Regional Organizing Lead – Houston/Gulf Coast Enroll America

TOPIC: We’re getting to the end of the enrollment period for ACA/Obamacare for 2014. There are many resources available to assist you in getting enrollment information and assistance. Some will be discussed on the show, and others are available using the links in “SOURCES”, below. Be sure to avail yourself of as many opportunities for information ad assistance as necessary so you can make informed choices with which you ‘ll be comfortable and healthy.

NOTE: This post is subject to update before and after the show.

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ThinkwingRadio: March 5, 2014, 10-11PM, KPFT-FM 90.1 (Houston). TOPIC: Tuesday’s Primary Elections

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SHOW AUDIO: KPFT_2014-03-05_2200-Charles-Kuffner-and Primary-Election-Results (A backup copy of this program was discovered at the station on 3/12/2014.) ~~Unfortunately, due to technical circumstances beyond our control, the audio for this show was not archived.~~

For the purposes of this show, I operate on two mottoes:

You’re entitled to your own opinion, but not your own facts;
An educated electorate is a prerequisite for a democracy.

GUESTS: Charles Kuffner, Houston-based blogger for local and Texas state politics. His blog is www.OffTheKuff.com.

TOPIC: Primary elections for the Democrats and Republicans were held yesterday, March 4th. We’re going to talk about results, what they mean, and some of the stories behind them.

NOTE: This post is subject to update before and after the show.

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