Patt Morrison for Monday, June 4th, 2012

PATT MORRISON SCHEDULE

Monday, June, 4th 2012

1-3 p.m.

 

 

1:06 – 1:30

For Tuesday's congressional election, how will redistricting impact the race?

The balance of power in Congress will depend partly on the outcome of Tuesday’s primary election in California. “The road to a Democratic majority in Congress runs right through California,” is the mantra uttered by Rep. Steve Israel (D-N.Y.), the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee chairman. “Usually, as handicappers, we could ignore California because there are so few seats at risk,” said Nathan Gonzales, deputy editor of the nonpartisan Rothenberg Political Report. “The Democrats have to do well in California if they have any chance to win a majority. But almost every seat is going to be hard to win.” Will the Democratic Party move towards regaining control of the house? Or will GOP candidates with deep local roots appeal to moderate Democrats and Independents?

 

Guests:

Nathan Gonzales, deputy editor of the Rothenberg Political Report, a non-partisan organization that tracks political races.

Tamara Keith, Congressional Reporter for NPR.

 

 

1:30 – 1:39

When it comes to desserts, ice cream (the next ‘new’ thing) is an old thing

 

Dessert lovers and foodies have had plenty of sweet treat trends to choose from over the last few years, including cupcakes, donuts and gelato, but is the next new thing actually as simple as a bowl of vanilla ice cream? Well, sort of. Americans have been falling in love all over again with the frozen treat, which means a rise in stores featuring novelty flavors (prosciutto, anyone?), as well as small-batch, artisanal ice-cream makers invested in high-quality, limited-availability ingredients. Some shops are even trying to elevate eating ice cream to the level of a fine dining experience with flavors like mole and pink peppercorn. Have you returned to eating ice cream as a dessert? What’s been the most unusual flavor you’ve tried, or the tastiest?

 

Guests:

Anneli Rufus, author and food writer

Mollie Engelhart, founder of KindKreme Ice Cream, a local Los Angeles specialty ice cream shop

 

 

1:41 – 1:58:30

American nuns square off against the Vatican

 

Nuns are fighting back, and not just against any opponent; they’re squaring off with the Vatican. The Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith recently issued a report accusing American nuns of espousing and supporting “radical feminism” and falling away from church teachings by focusing too much on social justice and not enough on big ticket issues like same-sex marriage, abortion, and euthanasia. Many nuns have taken offense to the assessment, and they’re speaking out.

 

Guest:

Simone Campbell, sister of social service (SSS) and executive director, NETWORK, a national Catholic social justice lobby

 

 

2:06 – 2:19

After an underwhelming IPO, Facebook may tap consumers under 13, but is Facebook appropriate for children?

 

Following a less-than-stellar initial public offering of its stock, Facebook is hoping to tap new and somewhat controversial consumer base … the under-13 crowd. The social networking site is developing technology that would allow children younger than 13 years of age to use the network under parental supervision, but the move may inflame concerns about Facebook user privacy. The system being tested connects children’s accounts to their parents’ and allows parents to control whom their kids befriend and what applications they can use, according to individuals who’ve spoken with Facebook executives. Currently, Facebook bans users under the age of 13, but Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg said at a public event a year ago that he believed children under-13 should be allowed to use Facebook.

 

Guests:

James Steyer , CEO and founder, Common Sense Media; author of “Talking Back to Facebook”

Larry Magid, technology analyst for CBS News; founder, SafeKids.com

 

 

2:21 – 2:40

Lance Armstrong wrestles big tobacco over Prop. 29

 

Cycling star Lance Armstrong is known for overcoming great physical challenges such as grueling cycling races and his tough fight with cancer, but now the seven-time Tour de France winner is taking on a Herculean battle of different kind… a legislative one. Tomorrow, voters in California will vote to approve or reject ballot Proposition 29, which, if passed, would increase the cost of a pack of cigarettes in the Golden State by $1 and Armstrong is pushing hard to make that happen.

 

Guests:
David Spady [2:21-2:30], state director, Americans for Prosperity California

Lance Armstrong [2:30-2:40], athlete, cancer survivor, author and winner of the Tour de France a record seven consecutive times from 1999 to 2005.

 

 

2:41 – 2:58:30
Garry Marshall reflects on his ‘Happy Days in Hollywood’ with a new memoir

Garry Marshall began his career in Hollywood writing scripts for the likes of Dick Van Dyke and Lucille Ball. He has since gone on to produce and direct many hit television sitcoms and movies and has received numerous prestigious awards including the American Comedy Awards’ Lifetime Achievement Award. In his memoir, “My Happy Days in Hollywood,” Marshall recounts childhood memories alongside sisters Penny and Ronny, reveals his triumphs and trials on- and off-set, and shares personal anecdotes about the stars he has worked with throughout his years as a writer, actor, director, and producer.

 

Guest:
Gary Marshall, author, actor, director, and producer; recipient of the American Comedy Awards’ Lifetime Achievement Award; his new memoir is called “My Happy Days in Hollywood”

 

 

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PATT MORRISON SCHEDULE

Monday, June, 4th 2012

1-3 p.m.

 

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1:06 –1:30 OPEN

 

 

1:30 – 1:40
Words with the National Spelling Bee Champ

Guest:

UNCONFIRMED

Snigdha Nandipati, winner of the National Spelling Bee

 

 

1:40 – 2:00 
American nuns versus the Vatican

Guests:

TBD

 

 

2:06 – 2:19 OPEN

 

 

2:21:30 – 2: 39

Lance Armstrong wrestles big tobacco over Prop. 29
Cycling star Lance Armstrong is known for overcoming great physical challenges such as grueling cycling races and his tough fight with cancer, but now the seven-time Tour de France winner is taking on a Herculean battle of different kind… a legislative one. Tomorrow, voters in California will vote to approve or reject ballot Proposition 29, which, if passed, would increase the cost of a pack of cigarettes in the Golden State by $1 and Armstrong is pushing hard to make that happen. Revenue generated from the tax increase, which some estimate could reach $735 million annually, would all be used for cancer research, anti-smoking programs and tobacco law enforcement. Some Prop. 29 advocates claim the price increase alone would get people to smoke less simply because they wouldn’t want cough up the extra dough, but the tax hike would also produce the largest cancer research fund in the country not controlled by the federal government. The American Cancer Society, the American Heart Association and the American Lung Association all support the measure, but Armstrong and his allies have formidable opponents in this legislative battle, including big tobacco companies such as Phillip Morris. California hasn’t increased its cigarette tax in 10 years, is it time to up the price for smoke sticks? If so, should all of the generated revenue be earmarked exclusively for cancer research or should at least some it be tapped for other uses?

Guests:
NO on 29 - TBD
YES on 29 - Lance Armstrong, athlete, cancer survivor, author and winner of the Tour de France a record seven consecutive times from 1999 to 2005

 

 

2:41:30 – 2:58:30

Garry Marshall reflects on his ‘Happy Days in Hollywood’ with a new memoir

Garry Marshall began his career in Hollywood writing scripts for the likes of Dick Van Dyke and Lucille Ball. He has since gone on to produce and direct many hit television sitcoms and movies and has received numerous prestigious awards including the American Comedy Awards’ Lifetime Achievement Award. In his memoir, “My Happy Days in Hollywood,” Marshall recounts childhood memories alongside sisters Penny and Ronny, reveals his triumphs and trials on- and off-set, and shares personal anecdotes about the stars he has worked with throughout his years as a writer, actor, director, and producer. Have you ever wondered what it was like to work alongside everyone from “the Fonz” to Lindsay Lohan? What is your favorite Garry Marshall project?

Guest:

Garry Marshall, author, actor, director, and producer; recipient of the American Comedy Awards’ Lifetime Achievement Award; his new memoir is called “My Happy Days in Hollywood”