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Lincoln Live

EACH WEEKDAY AT 12:30PM, HOST DALE JOHNSON SPENDS A HALF-HOUR ON SUBJECTS RANGING FROM POLITICS, MUSIC AND HISTORY TO TRAVEL, POP CULTURE AND ENTERTAINMENT. AUTHORS, NEWSMAKERS, POLITICIANS, CELEBRITIES…YOU’LL HEAR THEM ALL ON KFOR’S LINCOLN LIVE.


07/25/2008 SHRINE BOWL
Jeff Motz sits down with SAM NELSON, Executive Director of the Shrine Bowl, which will be played at Memorial Stadium tomorrow, July 26th. Hear the game LIVE on 1240AM KFOR.
07/24/2008 LIVE WITH THE CHIEF
Dale sits down LIVE with Police Chief, TOM CASADY.
07/23/2008 LET'S GO CANOEING !!!
There are so-o-o many pleasurable places to canoe in Nebraska. It’s fun and it’s easy. Dale sits down with state Game and Parks guys, JEFF RAWLINSON, AARON HERSHBERGER and RALPH WALL.
07/22/2008 ORPHAN TRAIN
Foster care started in 1854 when orphaned children in New York City were placed on trains and given better lives with families across the western United States. CHARLOTTE ENDORF of Norfork talks about it Saturday at St. Mark’s Methodist Church. Dale talks with CHARLOTTE ENDORF about her book, “Plains Bound: Fragile Cargo…Revealing Orphan Train Reality.”
07/21/2008 MAYOR HELEN BOOSALIS
The political life of former Lincoln mayor, HELEN BOOSALIS, is told by her daughter, BETH DAVIS BOOSALIS in the new book, “Mayor Helen Boosalis…My Mother’s Life in Politics”. Dale sits down with both women today for LINCOLN LIVE.
07/18/2008 CAMP CREEK THRESHER SHOW
This weekend east of Waverly, come see Nebraska agriculture as it was in the early 1900’s. Dale talks with members of the Camp Creek Threshers. The organization’s annual antique machinery and threshing show is this weekend !!!
07/17/2008 HOW'S YOUR CAR RUNNING ???
Dale sits down LIVE with experts PAT and CHAD from THE SHOP to take your phone calls.
07/16/2008 LINCOLN'S FIRE CHIEF
In less than 1 year as Lincoln’s Fire Chief, NILES FORD has made a controversial Deputy Chief promotion and had his life threatened. Dale sits down with NILES FORD, who’s managed to calm controversy that contaminated the Fire Department before his August appointment by Mayor Beutler.
07/15/2008 GET TO KNOW THE STATE'S AG. DIRECTOR
Dale sits down with Nebraska’s Director of Agriculture, GREG IBACH.
07/14/2008 FAST LIFE OF A FORMER HUSKER
JASON PETER will always be known in Husker Nation as #55 for the 3-time national champion Blackshirts. After his Memorial Stadium years, Peter found lots of drugs and lots of women. In his book, “Hero of the Underground”, JASON PETER reveals in an honest and passionate way, his crazy, frantic lifestyle that almost led him to suicide. Dale talks with “Double Nickel” about being alive today to talk about his journey.
07/11/2008 ENCORE SHOW !!! AIR, SOIL AND WATER QUALITY
Learn how clean Lincoln's air, soil and water is in this encore show with RICK THORSON, NANCY CLARK and JOHN CHESS JR, City-County Health Department Environmental Health Supervisors for air, soil and water quality.
07/10/2008 NEW ENERGY DIRECTOR
Dale sits down with the director of the newly created Nebraska Energy Department, NEIL MOSEMAN.
07/9/2008 MASTER OF THE THEATER
Professor of Theater Arts at UN-L, TICE MILLER, is retiring after 36 years. Dale talks about the huge success of the Nebraska Repertory Theater and the many fine productions coming from the UN-L theatre.
07/8/2008 LIVE WITH THE MAYOR
Dale is LIVE with MAYOR BEUTLER.
07/7/2008 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Top officials from the Nebraska Department of Economic Development gather in North Platte later this month to talk about key issues affecting the state’s development and economy. Dale talks about it today with D-E-D Director, RICHARD BAIER.
07/4/2008 RED, WHITE AND BLUE
PATRIOTIC MUSIC FOR THE 4TH OF JULY !!!!
07/3/2008 LET'S HEAD OUTDOORS !!!
Hunting, fishing, park events…Dale talks about outdoor activities with JEFF RAWLINSON, RALPH WALL and AARON HERSHBERGER of the State Game and Parks Commission.
07/2/2008 GETTING TO KNOW THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Top officials from the Nebraska Department of Economic Development gather in North Platte later this month to talk about key issues affecting the state’s development and economy. Dale talks about it today with D-E-D Director, RICHARD BAIER.
07/1/2008 THERE ARE NO MORE FRIENDLY SKIES
Airlines are charging you for everything from checked luggage to pop and peanuts. Dale sits down with STEVE GLENN from Executive Travel in Lincoln to talk about the high cost of flying the friendly skies.
06/30/2008 RANDOM STUDENT DRUG TESTING
Thousands of public and private schools in this country conduct random student drug testing. Dale talks with the Deputy Director of Demand Reduction in the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, DR. BERTHA MADRAS.
06/27/2008 THE GREAT OUTDOORS
Hunting, fishing, park events…Dale talks about outdoor activities LIVE with JEFF RAWLINSON, RALPH WALL and AARON HERSHBERGER of the State Game and Parks Commission
06/26/2008 LIVE WITH THE CHIEF
Dale sits down LIVE with Police Chief, TOM CASADY.
06/25/2008 TEEN SUICIDE
Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for Nebraska youth ages 15 to 19. Dale talks about this sensitive subject with DAVE MIERS, chair of the Nebraska Suicide Prevention Coalition and SUSAN BOND with Lincoln Public Schools.
06/24/2008 LIVE WITH THE MAYOR
Sandy sits down LIVE to talk with MAYOR BEUTLER.
06/23/2008 GET TO KNOW THE WATCH DOG OF YOUR TAX DOLLARS
State Auditor, MIKE FOLEY has been finding waste and fraud in government spending since being elected. Dale finds out why past auditors didn’t find these irregularities.
06/20/2008 OLYMPIC SWIM TRIALS IN OMAHA
Omaha hosts the Summer Olympic Swim Trials June 29th thru July 6th at the Qwest Center with 13,000 swimmers vying for over 40 spots on the team. Dale takes you inside the trials with Chief Operating Officer, HAROLD CLIFF.
06/19/2008 HOW'S YOUR CAR RUNNING ???
Dale sits down LIVE with experts PAT and CHAD from THE SHOP to take your phone calls.
06/18/2008 ENCORE SHOW...NOT ALL PARTS OF THE COUNTRY ARE DEEP IN RECESSION
ENCORE SHOW !!! Not all parts of the country are deep in recession. In a show that first aired in April, Dale talks about housing, jobs and the eventual economic recovery with ERIC THOMPSON in UN-L’s Bureau of Business Research.
06/17/2008 SAVING $$$ AT THE GROCERY STORE
Unit pricing can save you money at the grocery store. After listening to KATHY PROCHASKA, Assistant Professor of Family Financial Planning at UN-L, you will be a more savvy, money saving shopper.
06/16/2008 BETTER MILEAGE...SAVINGS AT THE PUMP
There are dozens of ways YOU can save money at the gas pump and get better gas mileage. Dale talks with BENJAMIN JONES, co-founder of Ecomodder.com, a web site dedicated to making your driving more efficient.
06/13/2008 TEACHER'S COLLEGE REUNION
More than 30,000 educators have earned degrees from the Teachers College at the University of Nebraska. A 100 year reunion is planned next month to celebrate the Teachers College and 3 high schools on campus which fed into the program. Dale sits down LIVE with ANNETTE WIECHERT, chair of the reunion and DR. RON JOEKEL, UN-L faculty member in the College of Education and Human Sciences.
06/12/2008 FOSTER PARENTING
Learn what training is necessary to become a foster parent. A free 7-week session is planned at the end of the month. Dale sits down with Cedars Foster Care communications director, ALEX SHADA and foster parents, JON RADEMACHER and JAYNE TRIPLETT, to talk about challenges and rewards of foster parenting.
06/11/2008 PAYING FOR LINCOLN'S ARENA
How is the city going to pay for arena in the Haymarket when it already faces a $6 million budget deficit ??? That’s one question Dale will ask City Council chair, ROBIN ESCHLIMAN on today’s show.
06/10/2008 YOU CAN AFFECT GAS PRICES
There are things YOU can do to prevent $5 a gallon gasoline. Dale talks with oil expert and economic analyst, CRAIG R. SMITH, founder of OilSolutions.org and author of “Black Gold Stranglehold”.
06/9/2008 TRAFFIC LIGHTS 101
Frustrated by traffic lights ??? Dale takes a ride with SCOTT OPFER, Manager of Traffic Engineering Operations in the city’s Public Works Department. They make their way along “O” Street from downtown to 84th and back downtown, timing lights and watching traffic flow.
06/6/2008 NEW LIED SEASON
The Lied Center’s 2008-2009 season is Out today. Mark sits down LIVE with New Lied Director, Ann Chang-Barnes
06/5/2008 MOVIES ON THE GREEN
The Mary Riepma Ross Arts Center is Ready for this summer’s “Movies on the Green” series, featuring everything from Liz Taylor and Richard Burton in Taming of the Shrew to The Three Stooges in Orbit. Dale sits down with Ross Director, DANNY LAIDLEY.
06/4/2008 CAMERAS IN THE COURTS
The Richard Griswold murder trial in Beatrice was the first in Nebraska allowing cameras. Dale talks with camera proponent, Gage County District Judge, PAUL KORSLUND, who presided over the Griswold case and Gage County Public Defender, STEPHANIE CLARK, who defended Griswold in the trial.
06/3/2008 MONEY TALKS
Sandy Conners talks with money experts today. Wachovia Securities advisors, WILLIAM O’GRADY and BILL HUNOT were recently in Lincoln to talk about financial planning.
06/2/2008 HAPPY BIRTHDAY STATEWIDE ARBORETUM
The Nebraska Statewide Arboretum is 30 years old. Dale sits down with Arboretum Director, JIM LOCKLEAR.
05/30/2008 LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
Our tradition continues on the last day of school in Lincoln Public Schools. Dale sits down LIVE with MARILYN MOORE, Associate Superintendent for Instruction.
05/29/2008 TWIN BROTHERS DETAIL ARENA PROJECT
Lincoln developers, ROBERT and WILL SCOTT have been selected to change the downtown landscape with a new arena project. Dale sits down with the twin brothers and KENT MORGAN with the city’s Planning Department to talk about the future.
05/28/2008 LIFE IN CHINA AFTER AN EARTHQUAKE
A long distance show today. Dale talks with PATRICE McMAHON, UN-L Associate Professor of Political Science, a visiting professor at Jiaotung University in China.
05/27/2008 ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY YOUNG MAN
MITCH PAINE of Lincoln just returned from Jane Goodall’s Global Youth Summit where he was named to a Global Youth Council for Wildlife Conservation. Dale sits down with this amazingly insightful, environmentally conscious young man.
05/26/2008 MEMORIAL DAY MUSIC
05/23/2008 DALE'S LAST DAY
Tomorrow is Dale’s last day at KFOR. Cathy and Mark sit down with Dale to talk about his 23 years at KFOR.
05/22/2008 LIVE WITH THE CHIEF
Dale sits down LIVE with POLICE CHIEF, TOM CASADY
05/21/2008 SUMMERTIME AND THE FISHIN' IS EASY
Summertime fishing and vacation planning is the subject today. Tim Barrett sits down LIVE with State Game and Parks officials, JEFF RAWLINSON and AARON HERSHBERGER.
05/20/2008 NEBRASKA - THE BEEF STATE
Nebraska has always been a beef producing state. The Nebraska Educational Television Network presents “Beef State – the history of beef in Nebraska.” Dale talks with JOHN CARTER, Senior Research Folklorist with the Nebraska State Historical Society.
05/19/2008 SUMMER BLOCKBUSTER MOVIES
“Iron Man” and “Speed Race” launched the summer movie season, but there’s plenty more coming. Dale sits down with Journal Star entertainment writer, KENT WOLGAMOTT, to talk about the line up.
05/16/2008 LET THE STATE GAMES BEGIN !!!
The 2008 Cornhusker State Games are July 18-27. Dale sits down with State Games Executive Director, DAVE MLNAREK.
05/15/2008 HOW'S YOUR CAR RUNNING ???
Dale sits down with the knowledgeable guys from THE SHOP. Pat and Chad will answer your questions LIVE for the full half hour.
05/14/2008 LIVING ON THE BLACK
JOHN FEINSTEIN spent the 2007 season with Mets pitcher, Tom Glavine and Yankees pitcher, Mike Mussina, following their tense and challenging season. Dale talks with JOHN FEINSTEIN about his book, “Living On The Black: Two Pitchers, Two teams, One Season to Remember”.
05/13/2008 ELECTION DAY
Sandy Conners talks LIVE with Mayor Beutler
05/12/2008 WHO WILL ELECT THE NEXT PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES ???
Dale talks with an author who contends it’s not East and West coast voters. It’s America’s Heartland, including Nebraska. DENIS BOYLES’ book is entitled, “Superior, Nebraska: The Common Sense Values of America’s Heartland”.
05/9/2008 ELECION SERIES - NU REGENT District 1
Our weeklong election series concludes today with a look at the University of Nebraska Regent’s District 1 race between DON COSTELLO, EARL SCUDDER and TIM CLARE.
05/8/2008 ELECION SERIES - Legislative District 21
A long list of candidates make up the race for the Legislature’s District 21 race…VERN BARRETT, JAMES ARTHUR JEFFERS, TAMI SOPER, KEN HAAR, JUSTIN LARSEN AND CURTIS SCHELL. Sandy Conners takes a full hour today to talk with the candidates for our weeklong series.
05/7/2008 ELECION SERIES - Legislative District 27
Our election series continues today with a focus on the Legislature’s District 27 race between DAN MARVIN, CHUCK STEPANEK and COLBY COASH.
05/6/2008 ELECION SERIES - Legislative District 25
Our election series continues today leading up to the May 13th Primary Election. Dale talks with District 25 candidates KATHY CAMPBELL and TRAVIS WAGNER. BRENT SMOYER is also a candidate in the race, but we were not able to reach him for the show.
05/5/2008 ELECION SERIES - Legislative District 29
Today, KFOR NEWS begins a weeklong series with candidates from Legislative Districts 21, 25, 27 and 29 AND the University of Nebraska Regent’s District 1 race. This afternoon’s LINCOLN LIVE focuses on District 29 between SUSAN SCOTT and incumbent State Senator, TONY FULTON.
05/2/2008 VOTING ON PAYING FOR A NEW JAIL
Lancaster County is getting a new $65 million jail. YOU will vote May 13th on how to pay for it. Dale sits down with County Commissioners LARRY HUDKINS and BOB WORKMAN to talk about details of the new jail.
05/1/2008 THE MAN COORDINATING THE STATE FAIR MOVE TO GRAND ISLAND
State Fair Executive Director, BARNEY COSNER, sits down with Dale to talk about the past, present and future of the State Fair.
04/30/2008 BACKYARD FARMER TURNS 55 !!!
Backyard Farmer has begun its 55th year on the Nebraska Educational Television Network. Dale sits down with host of the show, KIM TODD, panel member, FRED BAXENDALE and producer, BRAD MILLS.
04/29/2008 UN-L STUDENTS IN KOSOVO
7 photo-journalism students and 2 instructors from UN-L recently returned from a 9-day trip to Kosovo. Dale sits down with Associate Professor of News Editorial, BRUCE THORSON and students, SHANNON SMITH and VANESSA SKOCZ.
04/28/2008 IS THERE A RECESSION HERE ???
Recession means different things to different people…and it means different things in different parts of the country. Dale sits down with ERIC THOMPSON, Director of the UN-L Bureau of Business Research to talk about the “buffer” Lincoln and Nebraska enjoys with regard to a recession.
04/25/2008 LEARN ALL ABOUT BIRDING
More people are realizing the pleasure of “birding”, learning about and looking for different bird species. Tim Barrett sits down LIVE with ERIN HERSHBERGER, JEFF RAWLINSON and RALPH WALL from the State Parks Department to talk about birding and edible plants.
04/24/2008 LIVE WITH THE CHIEF
Dale sits down LIVE with Police Chief, Tom Casady.
04/23/2008 GAS HOLE
The Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center on Friday presents “GAS HOLE”, a documentary which reveals technology that’s been around for a hundred years which can produce 100 mile per gallon gas mileage. Dale talks with film directors and producers, SCOTT D. ROBERTS and JEREMY WAGENER.
04/22/2008 EARTH DAY
Dale sits down to talk about nature and wilderness with DALE BENHAM, Nebraska Wesleyan Professor of Biology and SANDRA MATHEWS, Associate Professor of History at Wesleyan.
04/21/2008 ORGAN DONATION
Organ donation is the subject today. Sandy Conners sits down with REG GREEN, a donor father and author of “The Gift that Heals”…ALEXIS GEIST, a UN-L student who’s president of Students for Organ Donation and CINDY SCHABOW, President of the Nebraska Organ and Tissue Coalition.
04/18/2008 THE STAGING DIVA
Selling your home is easier with advice from today’s guest. Dale talks with Home Staging Diva, DEBRA GOULD, creator of the 6 Elements Company, offering simple design ideas to help people sell their home.
04/17/2008 HOW'S YOUR CAR RUNNING ???
Dale sits down with the knowledgeable guys from THE SHOP. Pat and Chad will answer your questions LIVE for the full half hour.
04/16/2008 UNION PLAZA
Lincoln’s newest park will be named Union Plaza between 21st, 22nd, “O” and “R” Streets. Dale talks about it with City Parks Director, LYNN JOHNSON and campaign committee co-chair, PATTY PANSING BROOKS.
04/15/2008 SURGEON GENERAL ON UNDERAGE DRINKING
The Acting U.S. Surgeon General is visiting Lincoln today talking about the dangers of underage drinking. Dale talks with Rear Admiral, STEVEN K. GALSON.
04/14/2008 DAY BEFORE TAX FILING DAY !!!
Dale sits down with a couple of tax experts from Jackson-Hewitt Tax Services. Office managers, KATENNA TONGISH and JIM LEUENBERGER will answer YOUR tax questions LIVE on the air.
04/3/2008 HOW'S THE RESTAURANT AND RETAIL BUSINESS SURVIVING
The sluggish economy impacts everything YOU do, from buying shoes to eating at restaurants. Dale talks with JIM PARTINGTON with the Nebraska Restaurant Association and JIM OTTO with the Nebraska Retail Federation.
04/1/2008 MAD DADS IS BACK IN BUSINESS
MAD DADS opens it’s new center today in Lincoln. Dale sits down with the power behind Lincoln’s MAD DADS’ movement, REVERAND DON COLEMAN.
03/31/2008 WHAT CAN GRAND ISLAND OFFER ???
Grand Island is working hard to become the new home for the Nebraska State Fair. Dale sits down with the President of Grand Island’s Chamber of Commerce, CINDY JOHNSON.
03/28/2008 GAME AND PARKS
The Nebraska Game and Parks guys are in today. Tim Barrett sits down LIVE with JEFF RAWLINSON, AARON HERSHBERGER and RALPH WALL. They will be taking your phone calls, too.
03/27/2008 AMERICA...AS SENATOR HAGEL SEES IT
Nebraska U-S Republican Senator, CHUCK HAGEL, has a new book entitled, “America: Our Next Chapter”. Dale talks with Senator Hagel about the truth about America…as he sees it.
03/26/2008 LIVE WITH THE CHIEF
Dale sits down LIVE with Police Chief, TOM CASADY
03/25/2008 CITY BUSINESS
Dale sits down with City Council members, ROBIN ESCHLIMAN and DOUG EMERY to talk about city business.
03/24/2008 AIR, WATER AND SOIL QUALITY IN AND AROUND LINCOLN
In what condition is Lincoln’s air, water and soil quality ??? Dale talks with City-County Health Department experts…RICK THORSON, about air quality, NANCY CLARK on solid waste and JOHN CHESS JR. on water quality.
03/14/2008 LINCOLN MAN MAKING MUSIC AGAIN
ENCORE SHOW !!! In August, Dale talked with Lincoln musician, BRAD COLERICK about his new CD, “Lines in the Dirt.” Brad resumed hius music career after a 19 year layoff.
03/13/2008 HAPPY 25TH BIRTHDAY WEATHER CHANNEL
ENCORE SHOW !!! The Weather Channel is celebrating 25 years on the air. In August, Jeff Motz talked with an original meteorologist with The Weather Channel, BILL KENELEY.
03/12/2008 HOW CLEAN IS YOUR FAVORITE RESTAURANT ???
ENCORE SHOW !!! In a show which first aired in May of last year, Dale talks about food inspection with JOYCE JENSEN, Environmental health Supervisor and SCOTT HOLMES, Environmental health Manager in the City-County Health Department.
03/11/2008 LIVE WITH THE MAYOR
Sandy sits down LIVE with MAYOR BEUTLER.
03/10/2008 WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH
Dale talks with UN-L Professor of History, MARGARET JACOBS, Director and Chair of the Women and Gender Studies Program at UN-L.
03/7/2008 Going Green
An encore from March of last year with Jim Motavalli, editor of E-Magazine, which features articles on everything from fuel cells to plug-in hybrid cars.
03/6/2008 Big guests
Last Friday, the KFOR Morning show had the chance to talk to Astronaut Clayton Anderson. You'll hear an encore Today, as well as Cathy's interview last Friday with Maj. Gen. Galen Jackman, the native Nebraskan who escorted Nancy Reagan during the state funeral of her late Husband, President Ronald Reagan.
03/5/2008 Sports talk
Last year, Sports Illustrated named "Pistol: The Life of Pete Maravich" the best sports biography of the year. Dale talks with author Mark Kriegel.
03/4/2008 Choosing a doctor
Dale's guest is Dr. John Connolly, author of "America's Top Doctors," detailing why you should be a responsible consumer when choosing your health care provider.
03/3/2008 Economics
Dale talks with economics and globalization expert Matthew Slaughter, who speaks at UNL March 4.
02/29/2008 HAPPY BIRTHDAY NEBRASKA !!!
Nebraska became a state 141 years old tomorrow. For a generation of Nebraskans, DR. ROBERT MANLEY, was the state’s story teller. Dale sits down with DR. MANLEY, who just turned 80, to talk about his love of the state and his career of history.
02/28/2008 LIVE WITH THE CHIEF
Dale sits down LIVE with POLICE CHIEF, TOM CASADY
02/27/2008 GETTING STARTED ON THE FARM
It is more difficult than ever getting started n a career of farming ranching. Dale talks with TRACI BRUCKNER with the Center for Rural Affairs in Walthill and DANIEL ROSMANN, a beginning farmer in Harlan, Iowa.
02/26/2008 DICK TURPINS TELLS STORIES
No one knows more about Nebraska’s great outdoors than DICK TURPIN. For many years, he worked for the State Game and Parks Commission. In retirement, Dick promotes responsible hunting and fishing. Dale sits down for plenty of stories and fun with DICK TURPIN.
02/25/2008 THE MORE YOU GIVE, THE MORE YOU GET
Research shows a connection between generosity and living longer. Dale talks with DR. STEPHEN POST, author of “Why Good Things Happen to Good People”. (Dr. Post will speak Thursday the 28th at 1st Plymouth Church, 20th and “D”)
02/22/2008 STILL BUSY THIS TIME OF YEAR AT STATE GAME AND PARKS
The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission stays busy even in the winter. KFOR’s Tim Barrett sits down LIVE with AARON HERSHBERGER and JEFF RAWLINSON to talk about Game and Parks business and take phone calls.
02/21/2008 HOW'S YOUR CAR RUNNING ???
Dale sits down with the knowledgeable guys from THE SHOP. Pat and Chad will answer your questions LIVE for the full half hour.
02/20/2008 NO MORE BABE RUTH BASEBALL
This summer will be the first in 25 years that Lincoln youngsters will not play Babe Ruth Baseball. The organization folded last year. Dale talks baseball with BILL FAGLER, the former Commissioner of Babe Ruth Baseball in Lincoln, former Northeast High baseball coach and current head baseball coach at Nebraska Wesleyan.
02/19/2008 FREEDOM WRITER
The dynamic young educator who nurtured the Freedom Writers and changed their lives forever is Dale’s guest. ERIN GRUWELL is an inspirational teacher, speaker and mentor whose work fueled the success of “The Freedom Writers’ Diary”. She has a new book entitled, “Teach with your Heart…Lessons learned from the Freedom Writers.” (3 of the original Freedom Writers will speak to students tomorrow at Southeast High School)
02/18/2008 AARP IS 50
50 years ago, Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus, a long-time educator and the first woman high school principal in California, founded AARP. Dale sits down with AARP President, ERIK OLSEN, to talk about Dr. Andrus and how her vision has grown in half-a-century.
02/15/2008 LIVE WITH THE MAYOR
John sits down LIVE with Mayor Beutler
02/14/2008 VALENTINE'S DAY !!!!!
Dale talks with experts on love. C.J. GOLDEN is author of “Tao of the Defiant Woman” about women without a Valentine this year…ARLENE PAULSON is Post Master in Valentine, NE and NICK HARPER, author of “Man Skills”, the definitive book of survival skills for the lovable, lazy and useless man in your life.
02/13/2008 THE IMPORTANCE OF TREES
Listen to a thorough discussion about Lincoln’s tree-laden landscape when Dale sits down with Lincoln’s City Arborist the past 20 years, STEVE SCHWAB.
02/12/2008 ENCORE SHOW...TOP 10 OF EVERYTHING
The best, worst, richest, deadliest and biggest of practically everything is contained in the book, “The Top 10 of Everything 2008”. Dale first talked with author, RUSSELL ASH, in mid-September of last year about everything from fattest U-S Presidents to what country has the greatest divorce rate.
02/11/2008 CELEBRATING HONEST ABE'S BIRTHDAY
Lincoln celebrates its namesake’s birthday tomorrow. Abraham Lincoln was born February 12, 1809. Learn all about the nation’s 16th President when Dale sits down with the head of UN-L’s History Department, KENNETH WINKLE.
02/8/2008 VALENTINE'S WITH TED KOOSER
Tomorrow, join Debra Winger and Nebraska’s poet laureate, TED KOOSER, at the Rococo Theater downtown for a romantic evening to celebrate the lyrical power of love. Dale talks with TED KOOSER about the night and his wonderful career
02/7/2008 ENCORE - FIXING YOUR FURNACE
ENCORE SHOW !!! YOU should get YOUR furnace checked every year. Dale discovered dangerous carbon monoxide gas was close to leaking into his house, so he called ADAMS SELLERS of John Henry’s Heating to clean the furnace. YOU will hear the process from Dale’s house. This show first aired November 8th last year.
02/6/2008 FAT KIDS IN A FIT WORLD
1 of 5 American children is severely overweight. Dale talks about alternatives to childhood dieting with Dr. Joani Jack, co-author of “Raising Fit Kids In A Fat World”.
02/5/2008 GENERIC VERSUS BRAND-NAME
YOU need to know about differences that exist between a brand-name drug and a generic version. Sometimes those changes make a big difference. Dale talks with MICHELLE PLASARI, President of RetireSafe, a national grassroots advocacy organization representing almost 400,000 senior citizens.
02/4/2008 DEMOCRATS PREPARE TO CAUCUS
For the first time EVER, Nebraska Democrats hold a caucus to select a presidential candidate. It’s this Saturday. Dale sits down with ERIC FOUGHT with the Lancaster County Democrat Party and MATT CONNELLY with the State Democrat Party.
02/1/2008 SUPER BOWL - LARGEST BETTING DAY OF THE YEAR
ART SCHLICHTER was a promising All American quarterback from Ohio State, picked in the 1st round of the NFL draft by the Baltimore Colts. He lost all his dreams to compulsive gambling, spending more than 10 years in prison. Dale talks with ART SCHLICHTER about the addiction of gambling going into the largest betting day of the year…Super Bowl Sunday.
01/31/2008 ENTREPRENEURSHIP
ENCORE SHOW !!! Dale talked with GLENN FRIENDT, Director of UN-L Center for Entrepreneurship and ELLEN SPRINGER, author of “Turning Your Dream Job Into Your Bread and Butter.”
01/30/2008 LIVE WITH THE STATE TREASURER
Sandy Conners sits down LIVE with State Treasurer, SHANE OSBORN.
01/29/2008 PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
The Phantom of the Opera makes its Omaha debut tomorrow night at the Orpheum for performances running thru February 24th. Dale and Cathy talks with the very talented, young soprano who performs the role of “Christine”. SARA FORD has honed her craft in such successful shows as Wicked and The Fantasticks.
01/28/2008 STARKWEATHER 50 YEARS AGO
Charles Starkweather went on his murder spree 50 years ago. Jeff Motz talks about that time with LEO SCHERER, who reported on the murders for the Journal Star and PAUL DOUGLAS, Lancaster County Attorney 50 years ago when Starkweather was caught.
01/25/2008 FROM BASEBALL TO MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKING
From baseball to motivational speaking. Dale talks with MIKE ROBBINS about that transition after he injured his pitching arm while playing for the Kansas City Royals. MIKE ROBBINS will be at Lee Booksellers next Thursday, January 31st.to talk about his book, “Focus on the Good Stuff”.
01/24/2008 LIVE WITH THE CHIEF
Dale sits down LIVE with Police Chief, TOM CASADY
01/23/2008 ATTORNEY GENERAL, JON BRUNING
Dale sits down with Nebraska’s Attorney General, JON BRUNING to talk about everything from a child predator agreement with MySpace to his legislative agenda for the coming session.
01/22/2008 NEED A PLACE TO GET AWAY ???
The Nebraska Travel and Tourism is out with it’s the 2008 Travel Guide…listing bed and breakfasts from Ainsworth to Naper and events planned from Lewellen to Hays Springs. Dale sits down with Travel and Tourism Media Relations Coordinator, SARAH BAKER.
01/21/2008 WE CAN WORK IT OUT
The Mediation Center is the only organization in Lincoln devoted exclusively to conflict resolution. Dale sits down with Mediation Center Executive Director, CASEY KARGES, Director of Services, ROMNEY OLSON and client, DON VAN ARSDALL, who was helped by the Mediation Center to develop a parenting plan with his ex-wife for their children.
01/18/2008 2008 SEASON AT THE LIED
Mark Taylor sits down LIVE with CHARLES BETHEA of the Lied Center for Performing Arts to talk about the exciting shows planned for the spring season.
01/17/2008 LIVE WITH THE SHOP
HOW’s YOUR CAR RUNNING ??? Automotive experts from THE SHOP, CHAD and PAT, join Dale LIVE in the studio to answer your car questions.
01/16/2008 KANSAS PLAYS WITH THE LINCOLN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
The Lincoln Symphony Orchestra is on stage with the 70’s rock band, KANSAS, tomorrow night at Pershing Center. Dale and John Cutler talk with BARBARA ZACH, Executive Director of the L-S-O and RICH WILLIAMS, lead guitarist for KANSAS.
01/15/2008 FINDING HIDDEN FEES
ATM transaction fees, iron-clad cell phone contracts, insurance you don’t need on a rental car…Every day YOU are getting ripped off. Dale talks about sneaky hidden fees that rip YOU off every day with author, BOB SULLIVAN from his book, "Gotcha Capitalism.”
01/14/2008 DRIVING AWAY FROM 2007
2007 was not a good year for car and truck sales in the country. Dale sits down with representatives of 3 successful Lincoln automobile dealers to talk about it…ERIC OLSON from Williamson Honda, TROY BROWN from DuTeau Chevrolet-Subaru and BOBBY COLE-CLASURE from Meginnis Ford-Saab.
01/10/2008 TOP NEBRASKA STORIES OF 2007
Dale looks back at Nebraska’s top stories in 2007 with KEVIN O’HANLON of Associated Press.
01/9/2008 FUTURE OF THE INTERNET
The Internet never was designed to perform the tasks users are demanding today. What does the future hold for The Internet ??? Dale sits own with KENT HENDRICKSON, Associate Vice Chancellor for Information Services at UN-L.
01/8/2008 LIVE WITH THE MAYOR
John Cutler sits down LIVE with MAYOR CHRIS BEUTLER.
01/7/2008 CHILD ABUSE
BRYAN NASH grew up being abused. At the age of 4, his 260 pound uncle would repeatedly throw him across the room and “drop kick” him like a football in front of the neighbors. Dale talks with BRYAN NASH about his book, “A Phoenix Rising, Defining the Moments”.
12/28/2007 NEW LEADERSHIP FOR GROWING LATINO POPULATION
New leadership for El Centro de las Americas in Lincoln, formerly the Hispanic Community Center. Dale sits down with interim executive director, AMY BOREN, Leadership professor at UN-L and Spanish professor at Nebraska Wesleyan.
12/27/2007 LIVE WITH THE CHIEF
Police Chief, TOM CASADY, joins us for the full half hour.
12/26/2007 SAVING $$$ WITHIN YOUR HOME
The typical family in this country spends more than $1,600 a year on home utility bills. Dale sits down with SHIRLEY NIEMEYER, UN-L Housing and Environmental Specialist, to talk about many low cost or no-cost ways to save energy.
12/25/2007 MERRY CHRISTMAS !!!
A full half hour of Christmas music for your listening enjoyment.
12/24/2007 HO !!! HO !!! HO !!!
SANTA CLAUS makes a LIVE appearance on the show from the North Pole to take toy requests from your children and grandchildren. Join SANTA for the full half hour with your kids.
12/14/2007 THE NUTCRACKER
The classic Christmas performance of The Nutcracker is being performed this weekend at The Lied Center. John Cutler sits down LIVE with SHERRY TRUE of the Lincoln Midwest Ballot.
12/13/2007 LIVE WITH THE MAYOR
John Cutler sits down with MAYOR CHRIS BEUTLER
12/12/2007 KING CORN
College buddies from the East Coast, IAN CHENEY and CURT ELLIS, wanted to trace corn from the ground to the dinner table, so they moved to Iowa to grow an acre of corn. What they learned went well beyond that corn field, into the documentary, “KING CORN”, now showing at the Ross Theater. Dale talks with IAN CHENEY about the film.
12/11/2007 DRILLING SEASON ENDS IN ANTARCTICA
A 2nd season in Antarctica for the Antarctic Geological Drilling Program has exceeded all expectations. UN-L is a major research factor in ANDRILL. Dale makes a long-distance call to Antarctica to talk with DR. DAVID HARWOOD, a UN-L co-chief scientist working on the McMurdo Ice Shelf Project.
12/10/2007 TALKING WITH AN ASTRONAUT
After working aboard the International Space Station, Ashland native, CLAY ANDERSON is getting reacquainted with Earth. Sandy talked with the Nebraska astronaut and his brother, KIRBY ANDERSON of Omaha.
12/7/2007 FAITH SERIES: MUSLIM
Is the Muslim religion full of war, rebellion and challenges to other faiths? KFOR’s John Cutler examines that question as his series on Faith continues today with FARIDA EBRAHIM, an expert on real Muslim beliefs and the religion.
12/6/2007 FAITH SERIES: NATIVE AMERICAN
KFOR’s John Cutler concludes his series on Faith today with Native American beliefs. There are common threads that run through most Native groups. Phyllis Stone is a Lakota Sioux who shares insights about how her people perceive religion.
12/5/2007 FAITH SERIES: JUDIASM AND JEWISH
KFOR’s John Cutler’s series on Faith continues today with a discussion centered on Judaism and the Jewish religion with RABBI ElLAN IMMANUEL of South Street Temple. Rich in history and a “thinking” religion, Judaism depends on both written scripture and teachings of Rabbis.
12/4/2007 FAITH SERIES: CHRISTIANITY
KFOR’s John Cutler begins a series on Faith, starting today with Rita Lester, Associate Professor of Religion and Philosophy at Nebraska Wesleyan University. Christianity is the focus.
12/3/2007 DLA PRESIDENT LEAVING
After 10 years, POLLY McMULLEN leaves as President of the Downtown Lincoln Association. Dale talks with her about downtown about strengths and weaknesses.
11/30/2007 YEAR END MOVIES
It's the time of year when Hollywood cranks out year end movies...from a story about a bee to an American gangster. L. KENT WALGAMOTT, entertainment writer for the Journal Star sits down with Dale to review holiday movies.
11/29/2007 LIVE WITH THE CHIEF
Dale sits down LIVE with Lincoln Police Chief, TOM CASADY.
11/28/2007 ESCAPE
CAROLYN JESSOP was born into the Fundamentalist Church of Latter Day Saints, marrying a 50 year old man when she was 18. After 8 children in 15 years, CAROLYN JESSOP got out. The title of her book says it all..."ESCAPE." Dale talks with CAROLYN JESSOP about her ordeal.
11/27/2007 HERE COME "THE BEANS"
Lincoln’s popular children’s group, The string Beans, have a new CD out, “Crazy critter Baby Sitter.” Dale sits down with the group’s founders, Curt and Randy Bright. The String Beans perform a Christmas concert at Lee Booksellers Sunday December 9th @ 2pm)
11/26/2007 PREPARING FOR 2008 LEGISLATIVE SESSION
The Nebraska Legislature is preparing for another session in January…and the Nebraska State Education Association is preparing its agenda, too. Sandy sits down LIVE with JESS WOLFE and KAREN KILGAREN of the Nebraska State Education Association
11/23/2007 HISTORY OF LINCOLN
ENCORE SHOW -- (first aired in July) Lincoln historian, JIM McKEE has written a book entitled, “Visions of Lincoln: Nebraska’s Capital City in the Present, Past and Future.” The book includes a full-color photographic essay by National Geographic photographer, JOEL SARTORE. Dale sat down with both Jim and Joel to talk about the book. A signing is planned tomorrow afternoon at Lee Booksellers, 5500 S. 56th.
11/22/2007 THE FIRST THANKSGIVING
What really happened on the first Thanksgiving ??? Dale talks with SANDRA MATTHEWS, Associate Professor of History at UN-L, about events leading up to that first Thanksgiving and how Native Americans were later mistreated after showing kindness to the Pilgrams.
11/21/2007 LIVE WITH THE MAYOR
John Cutler sits down LIVE with MAYOR BEUTLER.
11/20/2007 TOO MANY ROADS PROJECTS...NOT ENOUGH MONEY
There is not enough money in the state’s pocketbook to pay for new roads projects next year. Dale talks about the dilemma with State Roads Director, JOHN CRAIG.
11/19/2007 HISTORY LESSON
ENCORE SHOW -- Any day is a good day for history. To prove Nebraska history is NOT boring, Dale talked with Lincoln East High School History and Social Studies teacher, TIM BAYNE on March 1, 2007, the state’s 140th birthday.
11/16/2007 BUYING OUT WALL STREET
Look who’s buying into Wall Street. It’s Libya. Dubai recently bought 20% of NASDAQ. Is this good for America ??? Dale seeks the expertise of Wesleyan Economic Professor, LORETTA FAIRCHILD.
11/15/2007 WHAT'S WRONG WITH YOUR CAR ???
Ask the experts from THE SHOP. Dale sits down LIVE with CHAD and PAT from THE SHOP, taking your phone calls for the full half-hour.
11/14/2007 M-I-C-K-E-Y M-O-U-S-E
ENCORE SHOW -- He was the Master of the Mouse. Walt Disney was wildly creative, but became a depressed perfectionist. His story is told thru the pain-stakingly researched book, “Walt Disney: The Triumph of the American Imagination.” Dale talked with author, NEAL GABLER in February.
11/13/2007 OUT OF AFRICA
ENCORE SHOW -- Doane College Professor of English, BETTY LEVITOV spent 4 months teaching a course in Africa, taking 15 Doane students with her. Dale talked with BETTY LEVITOV in February about the experience.
11/12/2007 EXPERT ON EXIT POLLING
Starting with the Iowa caucus, every time you hear an exit poll, think of UN-L Professor of Survey Research and Methodology, ALLAN McCUTCHEON. He’s been named senior statistical director of exit polling for the 2008 presidential primaries and general election. Dale sits down with ALLAN McCUTCHEON to talk about this monumental effort.
11/9/2007 ACTIVE LINCOLN YOUTH
MITCH PAINE doesn’t sit still very long. The UN-L sophomore recently spoke at the United Nations International Day of Peace. He attended the 30th year celebration in Washington D.C. of the Jane Goodall Institute and participated in a conference in Wichita on stabilizing the environment for the chimpanzee. He did sit still long enough to talk with Dale about causes.
11/8/2007 COULD HAVE BEEN DEAD IN 15 MINUTES
All gas furnace produces Carbon Monoxide, a colorless, odorless, tasteless, toxic gas. Dale recently found his 31 year old furnace wasn’t leaking CO into his house, but it was emitting deadly levels up the chimney. Dale takes you into his house with ADAM SELLERS, Service Technician with John Henry’s Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning to diagnose the problem and fix it.
11/7/2007 RUNNING WITH A DANGEROUS CROWD
What do terrorists have against Madonna and Britney Spears ??? Jewish reporter, AARON KLEIN has talked with some of the world most dangerous terrorists for his book, “Schmoozing with Terrorists.” Learn why terrorists believe Islam will soon dominate America and why Hillary Clinton is the jihadists choice for President.
11/6/2007 THE WORLD'S RELIGIONS
Learn about the world’s religions when Dale sits down with RITA LESTER, Nebraska Wesleyan Associate Professor of Religion and Chair of the Religion and Philosophy Department about world religion classes helping students understand different faiths.
11/5/2007 COP CARRIES TORCH IN CHINA
Lincoln Police Sgt. JEROME THRAEN was among 100 officers from 36 countries carrying torches in China during the Special Olympics torch run. Dale talks with Sgt. Thraen about the experience.
11/2/2007 LIFE STORIES
3 teachers at Bryan Community, Lincoln’s alternative high school, came up with the simple idea of matching students with adults so each can tell each other their stories. Dale sits down with Bryan Community teacher, SCOTT BENDLER, CECIL CAREY, a Bryan student teamed up with OLETA SLOCUM and JURIS GRINBERGS, also an adult involved with a student. Dale talks with them about “Life Stories: An Intergenerational Project."
11/1/2007 DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
October has been Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Dale sits down with Police Officer, TROY COCKELL with the Victim-Witness Unit and “DEBBY”, a victim of domestic violence.
10/31/2007 TEACHING RELIGION AT WESLEYAN
What’s Hinduism all about ??? What role do monks play in Buddhism ??? Dale finds out when he talks with RITA LESTER, Nebraska Wesleyan Associate Professor of Religion and Chair of the Religion and Philosophy Department about world religion classes helping students understand different faiths.
10/30/2007 KIDS USING DRUGS AT HOME
John Cutler sits down with members of Lincoln’s Substance Abuse Action Council…KIT BOESCH , Lincoln Lancaster County Human Services Director…JEROME BARRY, Director of the Independence Center at Bryan/LGH West; and VICKI FASNACHT , Chairperson of the Prevention Leadership Coalition.
10/29/2007 HARRIS OVERPASS REPLACEMENT
Your life will change for 1 year starting November 12th when the 52 year old, Harris Overpass, is closed for replacement. Dale sits down with CHRIS HUMPHREY, City Project Manager…LINDA BEACHAM of The Schemmer Associates and RANDY HAAS of T.O. Haas Tire on West “O” Street.
10/26/2007 RECORD BREAKING OCTOBER SNOW
10 years ago today, up to 15 inches of snow blanketed Lincoln, leaving behind the worst tree damage the city had ever seen. Schools closed all week. UN-L closed, for the first time ever, for 2 days. For many in Lincoln, KFOR was the only source of information and SCOTT YOUNG was that comforting voice on the radio. Dale sits down with Scott and MIKE JOHANNS, Lincoln’s mayor at that time, to remember that snowy day on October 26, 1997.
10/25/2007 LIVE WITH THE CHIEF
Dale talks LIVE with Police Chief, TOM CASADY, about law enforcement issues.
10/24/2007 WHAT HAPPENS TO TEACHERS WHEN THEY DO SOMETHING WRONG
Nebraska teachers are held to high standards of performance and conduct. When a teacher makes a mistake in judgement, they face the Nebraska Professional Practices Commission. Dale talks with KATHI VONTZ, clerk of the PPC and BRIAN HALSTEAD, General Counsel for the state Department of Education.
10/23/2007 SQUEAKY WHEEL TOUR
Gina Bos was last seen October 16th, 2000, leaving Duggan's Pub after talent night. Gina's sister, JANNEL RAP has made it her musical mission to help get the word out about he sister and other missing persons. Dale talks with JANNEL RAP about her "Squeaky Wheel Tour" in Lincoln tonight at the Meadowlark Coffee House, 16th and South Streets.
10/22/2007 CLOSING DAWES AND HAWTHORNE
Sandy Conners sits down with Lincoln School Board members, KATHY DANEK, ED ZIMMER and KEITH PRETTYMAN to talk about possibly closing Dawes Middle School and Hawthorne Elementary when boundries change.
10/19/2007 FRAUDS AGAINST NATIVE AMERICANS
21st Century Native Americans continue to become impoverished and are now forced to cope with the suffering of previously afflicted generations. Dale talks with New York Times Best-selling author, MARGARET COEL about her book, “The Girl with Braided Hair”, documenting frauds against Native Americans.
10/18/2007 WHAT'S WRONG WITH YOUR CAR ???
Ask the experts from THE SHOP. Dale sits down LIVE with CHAD and PAT from THE SHOP, taking your phone calls for the full half-hour.
10/17/2007 WHAT TO DO ABOUT LOUSY SERVICE
Customer service isn’t what it used to be. Dale talks with SCOTT DEMING, author of “The Brand Who Cried Wolf” about why customers don’t complain and why companies believe they can get away with making promises they can’t keep.
10/16/2007 FUTURE OF THE HAYMARKET AND PERSHING CENTER
From the top floor of Lincoln Station, looking out on the quiet old Burlington Rail Yards, John Cutler talks with Chamber of Commerce President and Assistant City Planning Director, Kent Morgan, about the massive West Haymarket Development Project and the future of Pershing Center. On Thursday, a city-wide informational meetings is planned at Pershing Center.
10/15/2007 WHAT HAPPENED TO THE HUSKERS ???
Nebraska's loss Saturday to Oklahoma State still has people talking. Dale sits down wih the sports guys from KFOR's sports station, ESPN 1480. JASON PETER was a member of the 1997 National Championship team. He and CHRIS SCHMIDT, host of "The Spread" on ESPN 1480 from 3pm to 6pm, talk about the future of program.
10/5/2007 VICE PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE FROM NEBRASKA
A Nebraskan is running for Vice President of the United States. RON MURRAY has compiled an essay of his beliefs entitled, “Workbook for America.” Dale talks with this Broken Bow man who works as an accountant for an ethanol plant in Ravenna.
10/4/2007 WEATHER FREAK
RANDY CERVENEY loves weather. Dale talks with this Fairbury native about his book, “Freaks of the Storm: From Flying Cows to Stealing Thunder. Since 1986, RANDY CERVENY has been a professor in the Arizona State University Department of Geography.
10/3/2007 SUSTAINABLE CLOTHING
The Eco Fashion Revolution is all about getting YOU to care about what YOU wear. Dale talks with JENNIFER BRATCHER, owner of Bodhi Imports of Lincoln and BRITA BELLI, who’s written an article in the September/October edition of “E…The Environmental Magazine” on sustainable clothing.
10/2/2007 NUCLEAR NEBRASKA
To this day there is no multi-state nuclear waste warehouse in Boyd County. Author, SUSAN CRAGIN, chronicles the inspiring story of how Boyd County farmers spent years battling state and federal governments in her book, "Nuclear Nebraska".
10/1/2007 LET'S TALK HUSKERS !!!
Nebraska travels to Columbia this weekend to play the Tigers of Missouri. Dale brings in the experts from KFOR’s sports station, ESPN 1480, to talk LIVE about the Husker’s chances. From The Spread, CHRIS SCHMIDT is joined by number 55 for the Huskers from 1994 to 1997, JASON PETER.
09/28/2007 NEW PILOT AT DUNCAN AVIATION
Duncan Aviation has been leading the way in avionics and aircraft maintenance in Lincoln since 1956. Since 1981, ROBERT DUNCAN has been company chairman. He steps down in October, leaving company management to his son, Todd. Dale sits down with ROBERT DUNCAN to chronicle the huge global success of Duncan Aviation.
09/27/2007 LIVE WITH THE CHIEF
Dale sits down LIVE with Police Chief, TOM CASADY, to talk about law enforcement issues in Lincoln.
09/26/2007 OLD FARMER'S ALMANAC
Since 1792, The Old Farmer’s Almanac has been predicting weather forecasts with remarkable accuracy. The 216th edition is available now and Dale talks with Research Editor, MARTIE MAJOROR about new articles and standard features in this year’s almanac.
09/25/2007 LOCKING IN YOUR GAS RATE
You have until October 12th to tell Aquila whether you want to take advantage of the Annual Price Option, locking in the price you pay per unit for natural gas. Dale sits down DON NORDELL and ALAN HERSCH of Aquila to get your questions answered LIVE.
09/24/2007 WHAT ARE YOU WEARING ???
The Eco Fashion Revolution is all about getting YOU to care about what YOU wear. Dale talks with JENNIFER BRATCHER, owner of Bodhi Imports of Lincoln and BRITA BELLI, who has written an article in the September/October edition of “E…The Environmental Magazine” on sustainable clothing.
09/21/2007 LIVE WITH THE MAYOR
John Cutler sits down LIVE with MAYOR BEUTLER for his monthly visit.
09/20/2007 GET YOUR CAR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
PAT HENG and CHAD FEGLEY from The Shop sit down with Dale to answer your car questions LIVE for the full half hour.
09/19/2007 DEALING WITH PAIN
John Cutler visits with DR. FRED YUNGBLUT, Associate Professor and Vice Chairman of the Dept of Anesthesiology at Creighton University, and JENNIFER URICH, Education and Outreach Coordinator of the Nebraska Hospice and Palliative Care Partnership about dealing with pain, medications involved, avoiding depression and the physical and mental well-being of people experiencing pain.
09/18/2007 GREEN BUILDINGS
Lincoln and Omaha officials want to do more “green construction” as a way of saving energy and natural resources. Dale sits down with CECIL STEWARD, President of the Joslyn Castle Institute for Sustainable Communities in Omaha and PETER HIND, with the College of Architecture and owner of Studio 951.
09/17/2007 LEAVING THE CHURCH FOR COLLEGE
70% of Christian teens leave the church during their first year of college. Dale sits down with FATHER ROBERT MATYA of the Newman Center, the Catholic place to worship on the UN-L campus and REVEREND KAREN MORITZ of Cornerstone, the Protestant place to worship on campus.
09/14/2007 TOP 10 OF EVERYTHING
The best, worst, richest, deadliest and biggest of practically everything is contained in the book, “The Top 10 of Everything 2008”. Dale talks with author, RUSSELL ASH, about everything from fattest U-S Presidents to what country has the highest divorce rate.
09/13/2007 INSIDE THE COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS
John Cutler sits down with officials from the Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts. PAUL STEGER is Director of the Johnny Carson School of Theatre and Film…ED FORD is Chair of the Department of Art and Art History…JOHN RICHMOND is Director of the School of Music and JACK OLIVA is Dean of the College.
09/12/2007 PET DOLLARS
Today’s show tells you how to start and succeed in your own pet business. JOSEPH and NICHOLAS NIGRO are authors of the book, “101 Best Businesses for Pet Lovers.”
09/11/2007 9/11 SPECIAL
9/11 SPECIAL FROM A-B-C NEWS
09/10/2007 9-11 THRU THE LENS OF AN EMMY WINNING NBC CAMERAMAN
Dale talks with the ONLY NBC cameraman to broadcast LIVE from the streets at Ground Zero on September 11, 2001. JEFF SCARBOROUGH tell his remarkable story in “September’s Camera.”
09/7/2007 ATTENDING HIS 20TH FARM AID
Brownville farmer, CORKY JONES has not missed a single Farm Aid benefit concert. He heads to New York City this weekend for #20. Dale talked with CORKY JONES about life on the farm these days and whether it's improved since the first Farm Aid concert in 1985.
09/6/2007 ANOTHER SEASON FOR LINCOLN'S SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Lincoln’s Symphony Orchestra is about to being another artistic season. John sits down LIVE with L-S-O Executive Director, BARBARA ZACH and L-S-O Music Director, EDWARD POLOCHICK.
09/5/2007 18th FARM AID CONCERT
On Sunday, CORKY JONES attends his 18th consecutive Farm Aid concert. Dale talks with the veteran farm activist from Brownville who drove in tractorcades in the 70’s, ran for Congress in the 80’s and watched protests in Seattle at world trade talks in the 90’s.
09/4/2007 ENCORE - ZZZZZZzzzzzz
ENCORE !!! Everyone deserves a good night’s sleep. Dale sat down with STEVE STENTZ, Operations Manager for the Somnos Sleep Disorders Center and STEVE LETZ is a client who’s sleeping much better these days.
09/3/2007 WORKING ON LABOR DAY
Some of you are working today…some of you have today off. Dale talks with KARLYN BOWMAN, Senior Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute in Washington D.C. about the satisfaction of American workers.
08/29/2007 ENCORE - MOM-FRIENDLY COMPANIES
ENCORE SHOW!!! 3 of 5 American workers are women. Most are not working for Mom-friendly companies. Working Mother magazine came out with the Top 100 Mom-friendly companies. Dale talks with Editor-in-Chief, SUZANNE WRISS.
08/28/2007 BLACK PIONEERS IN NEBRASKA
Nebraska’s history doesn’t mention much about ex-slaves settling in the state after the Civil War. Most of them were gone by the end of World War I. Dale talks with DENNIS VOSSBERG, author of “Hector’s Bliss”, a story about the pioneering struggles of one black family, the Hector Dixon family, in northeast Nebraska.
08/27/2007 ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL ?!?!?!?
It’s the time of year college football fans crave…the start of another season. Dale talks with a fan who spent the entire 2005 season traveling across the country attending some of the greatest games and rivalries in big-time college football. JORDAN WALLES talks about his experiences in “GRIDCHRONIC: A Tale of 12 Cities, 2 Brothers and a Pilgrimage thru the Shrines of College Football.”
08/24/2007 HAPPY BIRTHDAY WEATHER CHANNEL
The Weather Channel went on the air 25 years ago this year. Jeff Motz talks with one of the original meteorologists, BILL KENEELY.
08/23/2007 LIVE WITH THE CHIEF
Dale sits down LIVE with Police Chief, TOM CASADY, for his monthly visit to talk about police matters.
08/22/2007 ULTIMATE NASCAR BOOK
Get the inside track on America’s most famous racing families in “The NASCAR Family Album.” Dale talks with author, HERB BRANHAM about his unique book that includes more than 150 historic photos and more than 2 dozen NASCAR collectibles.
08/21/2007 MURDER MYSTERY
Hollywood actor, East High graduate, HARLEY JANE KOZAK will be in Lincoln Saturday, August 25th, to sign her new Wollie Shelley mystery book “Dead Ex”. Dale talks with HARLEY JANE KOZAK about writing, acting and her years growing up in Lincoln.
08/20/2007 BACK TO SCHOOL !!!
Dale sits down LIVE with Lincoln Public Schools Associate Superintendent for Instruction, MARILYN MOORE, on the first day of school.
08/17/2007 DAVID ORECK
ENCORE SHOW…Dale talks with the king of vacuum cleaners, DAVID ORECK. Learn about this very successful entrepreneur, who still heads to the office everyday, and how he became so-o-o successful.
08/16/2007 CAR QUESTIONS ???
Time to welcome back the hard working guys from THE SHOP. PAT HENG and CHAD FEGLEY will be here LIVE to answer your car questions.
08/15/2007 LINCOLN ACTOR RETURNS FOR BOOK SIGNING
Hollywood actor, East High graduate, HARLEY JANE KOZAK will be in Lincoln August 25th to sign her new Wollie Shelley mystery book “Dead Ex”. Dale talks with HARLEY JANE KOZAK about writing, acting and her years growing up in Lincoln.
08/14/2007 LIVE WITH THE MAYOR
John sits down LIVE with MAYOR BEUTLER for his monthly visit to talk about city issues.
08/13/2007 THE COACH
LOU HOLTZ has a new book out entitled, "Wins, Losses and Lessons". Dale talks with The Coach about his career.
08/13/2007 STATE AUDITOR, MIKE FOLEY
He's only been in office 7 months, but State Auditor, MIKE FOLEY has certainly made a name for himself. Dale talks with Auditor Foley about his goal of making every state agencies more accountable.
08/9/2007 LOOK AT AL-L-L THAT DEVELOPMENT
Dozens of developments are planned in north and south Lincoln, amounting to millions of square feet of office, housing and retail space. John Cutler sits down LIVE with STEVE HENRICHSEN from the Lincoln Planning Department.
08/8/2007 THE LINCOLN MAN BEHIND THE TRUMPET
ENCORE SHOW!!! Dale talks with Lincoln talent, MAC McCUNE about his long music career.
08/7/2007 LIVE WITH THE MAYOR
Sandy sits down with MAYOR BEUTLER for his monthly LIVE visit.
08/6/2007 THE LINCOLN HIGHWAY
Stretching 3,389 miles across 13 states, including Nebraska, the Lincoln Highway, is a “road of genius”, according to MICHAEL WALLIS. Dale talks with him about his book, THE LINCOLN HIGHWAY – COAST TO COAST FROM TIMES SQUARE TO THE GOLDEN GATE. MICHAEL WALLIS was the voice of the sheriff in the film CARS.
08/3/2007 TAKING TO THE TRAILS
Safe biking on Lincoln’s trails is the subject today. John Cutler talks with MARY TORRELL and BETH THACKER with the Great Plains Trails Network.
08/2/2007 POWS IN VIETNAM
It’s the belief of former Republican Congressman, BILL HENDON of North Carolina that about 600 American POWs and MIAs from the Vietnam War were left behind in Southeast Asia. Dale talks with BILL HENDON about a book he co-authored, “AN ENORMOUS CRIME – THE DEFINITIVE ACCOUNT OF AMERICAN POWs ANABDONED IN SOUTHEAST ASIA.”
08/1/2007 THE GREAT OUTDOORS
John Cutler sits down with REX AMACK, longtime Director of the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, about hunting, fishing, birding, recreation and outdoor activities. John and Rex went through UN-L Journalism School together and reminisce a bit about those days.
07/31/2007 APPRECIATING LINCOLN'S SUDANESE COMMUNITY
You will learn about Lincoln’s growing Sudanese community today. Dale sits down with Pastor, JOHN DEANG of Christ Lutheran Church…DECH MECHAR and CHAMISSA ABDALLA to talk about Sudanese cultural practices and challenges these people face living in Lincoln.
07/30/2007 MOST HONORABLE SON
A special program is planned Wednesday at Embassy Suites to honor Ben Kuroki, a Nebraskan born to Japanese parents, who time-and-time again proved his bravery during World War II. He was the FIRST Japanese-American war hero. His story is told in a world premiere viewing of “Most Honored Son”, a documentary by BILL KUBOTA. Dale sits down with him and SCOTT STEWART of the Nebraska Printing Center. The documentary will air nationally on PBS September 17th.
07/27/2007 SHRINE BOWL
The Shrine Bowl is tomorrow at Memorial Stadium. Jeff Motz traveled this week with members and coaches of the North and South teams to Chicago to visit the Shrine Hospital. Jeff sits down LIVE today with SAM NELSON of the Shrine Bowl of Nebraska.
07/26/2007 LIVE WITH THE CHIEF
Police Chief, TOM CASADY joins Dale LIVE for the full half hour.
07/25/2007 NAME CHANGE
ENCORE SHOW!!! In January, the Rape Spouse Abuse Crisis Center changed its name to Voices of Hope. Dale sat down with SUE ANDERSON, Community Education Coordinator for Voices of Hope and “NICOLE”, a client of the Rape Spouse Abuse Crisis Center.
07/24/2007 NASCAR'S FAMOUS FAMILIES
Get the inside track on America’s most famous racing families in “The NASCAR Family Album.” Dale talks with author, HERB BRANHAM about this unique book that includes more than 150 historic photos and 26 plastic-encased NASCAR collectibles.
07/23/2007 NEBRASKAN BACK MAKING MUSIC
Born in Valentine, raised in Lincoln, BRAD COLERICK is a talented musician with a new CD entitled, “Lines in the Dirt.” Dale talks with Brad about resuming his music after a 19 year layoff.
07/20/2007 THE PRESIDENT DID WHAT ?!?!?!?
Every President of the United States had his unique tastes in games and sports. John Quincy Adams skinny dipped in the Potomac…Grover Cleveland loved beer gardens. Dale talks with PAUL BOLLER, JR. about his book, “Presidential Diversons – Presidents at Play from George Washington to George W. Bush."
07/19/2007 HOW'S YOUR CAR RUNNING ???
Get your car and truck performance questions answered by the guys from The Shop. CHAD FEGLEY and PAT HENG answer your questions LIVE.
07/18/2007 BOOK ON LINCOLN
Lincoln historian, JIM McKEE is writing a new book entitled, “Visions of Lincoln: Nebraska’s Capital City in the Present, Past and Future. The book includes a full-color photographic essay by National Geographic photographer, JOEL SARTORE. Dale ssits down with both Jim and Joel to talk about the book.
07/17/2007 LET THE MUSIC BEGIN
The Meadowlark Festival, an annual summer chamber music festival in Lincoln, begins tomorrow (Wednesday), bringing soloists and chamber groups of national and international to Lincoln. John Cutler sits down with Festival Executive Director, BILL SMITH and Artistic Director, ANN-CHANG BARNES.
07/16/2007 A CLOSE LOOK AT LINCOLN'S WATER
Find out what’s in your water. Dale talks with JERRY OBRIST from the City Water Department.
07/10/2007 IF YOU DON'T LIKE IT...YOU DON'T BUY IT
ENCORE SHOW!!! Dale talks with the King of Vacuum Cleaners, DAVID ORECK.
07/6/2007 CHINA TRAVELOG
JOHN OESTREICH and BILL RATHE of Waddell and Reed just returned from a week in China. Dale sits down with John and Bill to talk about that experience, economic development and the investment opportunities China presents.
07/5/2007 THE DIRT ON SOIL
ENCORE !!! In September last year, E-Magazine featured a cover story on dirt, this Earth’s precious soil. Pollution and erosion are growing global problems. Dale talks with the Editor of Editor of E-Magazine, JIM ODEVOLE.
07/4/2007 SALUTE !!!
PATRIOTIC MUSIC FOR THE 4TH
07/3/2007 DOUBLE PURPLE HEART FAMILY
ENCORE SHOW. Members of the military should be honored anytime. With Independence Day tomorrow, LINCOLN LIVE is proud to be able to replay an encore show which aired for Veteran’s Day last November. Dale talked with a rare military couple. ERIC and HEIDI ERICKSON of Central City, Nebraska have EACH received Purple Hearts for wounds in Iraq.
07/2/2007 HISTORY OF NEBRASKA SUPREME COURT JUSTICES
A new study of the Nebraska Supreme Court reveals strengths and shortcomings. Dale sits down with retired Lincoln attorney, JAMES HEWITT to talk about his book, “Slipping Backward…A History of the Nebraska Supreme Court.”
06/29/2007 AMERICRUISE HITS LINCOLN TODAY !!!
Dale talks with TIM BERNSEU of Rod and Custom Magazine and DENNIS OVERHOLSER with Americruise about this weekend’s big street rod show at State Fair Park.
06/27/2007 WORKING VACATIONS
Instead of just soaking up the sun on your next vacation, join groups to help clean Mother Nature clean. Dale talks with TANYA TSCHESNOK of the Sierra Club.
06/26/2007 EARLY ONSET ALZHEIMER'S
PATRICK MOFFETT was a world renowned business executive living in Great Neck, New York, planning retirement with his wife, Carmen, when she was diagnosed with early on-set Alzheimer’s at the age of 53. His book, “Ice Cream in the Cupboard” is about the heartbreak and struggles associated with early on-set Alzheimer’s.
06/25/2007 100 YEARS OF MUSIC
John Cutler talks with DEAN HAIST, Executive Director, and BOB KRUGER, Music Director of the Lincoln Municipal Band about the band’s 100th anniversary celebration and the 2007 season in Lincoln. The first concert is Sunday evening, July 1st in Antelope Park at the Shildneck Bandshell.
06/22/2007 Lied Center for Performing Arts
Mark Taylor hosts as CHARLES BETHEA of the Lied Center for Performing Arts tells us more about the new season at the Lied!
06/21/2007 Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship is the subject of today's show. Dale talks with GLENN FRIENDT, director of the University of Nebraska Center for Entrepreneurship and ELLEN SPRINGER, author of "Turning Your Dream Business into your Bread and Butter".
06/20/2007 Filmmaker of "Invisible Children"
As many as 1,000 people die each week in Northern Uganda, but Darfur is getting all the global attention with 500 deaths a week. Three young film-makers from San Diego documented the horror of Uganda in the film, "Invisible Children." Dale talks with one of the filmmakers, JASON RUSSELL.
06/19/2007 Better Health for Millions of Dollars
JOHN ROBBINS was the only heir to the Baskin Robbins ice cream empire, but he gave up the family millions for better health. Dale talks with this very accomplished author, whose books reveal a passion about nutrition and the environment.
06/18/2007 Waddell & Reed 70th Anniversary
To celebrate it's 70th anniversary, Waddell and Reed is working with the USO to raise money for care packages. An 18-wheeler will be in Lincoln tomorrow (Westfield Gateway during the day and Haymarket Park tomorrow evening) collecting donations for soldiers. Dail takes with JOHN OESTREICH from Waddell and Reed and JOHN HANSON, Vice President of Marketing for the USO.
06/14/2007 LINCOLN'S FIRST FAMILY
Sandy sits down LIVE with Lincoln’s First Family , CHRIS and JUDY BEUTLER, not to talk about politics, but family life.
06/13/2007 HOW'S YOUR CAR RUNNING ???
HOW’S YOUR CAR RUNNING ??? Get your car and truck performance questions answered by the guys from The Shop. CHAD FEGLEY and PAT HENG answer YOUR questions LIVE.
06/12/2007 JUNETEENTH
African Americans being freed from slavery will be celebrated June 16th at the Malone Center. John Cutler sits down with Malone Director, T.J. MacDOWELL to talk about “Juneteenth”, Abraham Lincoln’s signing of the Emancipation Proclamation freeing the slaves.
06/11/2007 LIFELONG LIVING FESTIVAL
The Lincoln Area on Aging’s “LifeLong Learning Festival” is Sunday (June 16th) at the Abbott Sports Complex. Dale talks with LAAA Director, JUNE PEDERSON…74- year old, SHIRLEY MALY, who volunteered for the Peace Corp and NANCY CURREN, Regional representative for the Peace Corp.
06/7/2007 FATHER'S DAY
FATHER’S DAY ENCORE: Dale (father of 1, step-father of 4) talks with DAVID HUMM (father of 3) with the Lincoln Fatherhood Coalition and BEN MATTERN (father of 8) with Ameritas about the joy of being fathers.
06/7/2007 GETTING SCHOOLED IN GOLF
Ever since JOHN FEINSTEIN wrote his bestseller, “A Good Walk Spoiled”, fans have wanted to know more about Q school, and now they’ll have the chance. Dale talks with JOHN FEINSTEIN about his new book, “Tales from Q School: Inside Golf’s 5th Major.
06/6/2007 LAST DAY OF SCHOOL !!!
Dale sits down LIVE with Associate Superintendent for Instruction, MARILYN MOORE.
06/5/2007 HUNGER AWARENESS DAY
SCOTT YOUNG, Executive Director of the Food Bank of Lincoln, sits down with JOHN ARNOLD, Executive Director of Second Harvest Gleaners Food Bank of West Michigan. John has a unique perspective regarding hunger in America.
06/4/2007 ADULT LEARNING
John Cutler sits down with DeANNA EVERSOLL with the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute to talk about adult education opportunities and the wide variety of courses available thru the UN-L program.
05/24/2007 LIVE WITH THE CHIEF
Lincoln Police Chief, TOM CASADY, sits down with Dale to talk about law enforcement.
05/23/2007 VERY GREEN HOUSE
ROGER and ROBERTA BARBER of Lincoln built a home using as many recycled and reused products as possible. For example: recycled paper countertops and concrete floors using radiant heat from a boiler. Dale talks with ROGER BARBER about the rewards of a “green” house.
05/22/2007 BRIGHT FUTURE FOR MALONE CENTER
T.J. McDOWELL, JUNIOR has been Executive Director of the Malone Community Center for about a year. Dale sits down with him to talk about that time and what the Malone Center is doing these days.
05/21/2007 FINDING THAT AFFORDABLE VEHICLE
Kelley Blue Book, the leading provider of new and used vehicle information, is come out with its Top 10 cool and affordable new vehicles for less than $18,000. Dale talks with Kelley Blue Book Executive Editorial Director, JACK NERAD.
05/18/2007 MAKING SURE THERE'S WATER FOR THE FUTURE
What can citizens do to assure and safeguard water for the future. John Cutler takes phone calls for guests: Susan Seacrest and/or Cindy Kreifels with the Groundwater Foundation, Meghan Sittler with Drought Mitigation and Water Geologist, Jesse Korus.
05/17/2007 WHAT HAPPENS IF THE WELL RUNS DRY ???
Is Lincoln’s water supply in jeopardy ??? John Cutler’s guests are: Jerry Obrist of the Lincoln Water System, Doug Ahlberg with Emergency Management and Water Geologist , Jesse Korus.
05/16/2007 SPECIAL HOUR LONG SHOW: THE LAW OF WATER
1st half hour: What water legislation is being discussed in the Legislature ??? John Cutler sits down with State Senators Mark Christensen and LeRoy Loudon, former Senator Ed Schrock and Nebraska Dept of Natural Resources Dir, Ann Bleed. Second half hour: Regional/national water law with issues affecting Republican and Platte Rivers and irrigation. John Cutler’s guests are: State Conservationist, Steve Chick with the National Resources Conservation Service, Tri-Basin NRD General Manager, John Thorburn, Water law expert, UN-L Ag Economist, David Aiken and Former Senate aide, W. Don Nelson.
05/15/2007 WEATHER FORECAST: FAIR AND WARMER
Climate is the subject today: global warming, drought, Nebraska’s water supply. Joining John Cutler will be: State Climatologist, Al Dutcher…and from the National Drought Mitigation Center, Brian Fuchs, Kenneth L Hubbard and Meghan Sittler.
05/14/2007 WEEK LONG LOOK AT WATER ISSUES
SUSAN SEACREST and CINDY KREIFELS from the Groundwater Foundation join John Cutler to start a basic education on groundwater.
05/11/2007 GAME AND PARKS
The state of Nebraska is ready for you. State Game and Parks marketing manager, JANE GUSTAFSON and SUZANNE RIDDER of the state reservation systems join Dale to talk