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Current Sports # 6 | May 20, 2013

Aaron Young — Mon, 20 May 2013 20:00:37 +0000

We continue our boxing and mixed martial arts series with the lead trainer of East Lansing Underground Martial Arts, Matt Torres. Al gets Matt's thoughts about MMA and how it compares to boxing. Al breaks down the latest in the sports world. We also get some predictions from Matt, Alex and Al on games this week.

Current Sports # 5 | May 17, 2013

Aaron Young — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:28:18 +0000

Ali Easley, head boxing trainer of Crown Boxing Club in Lansing and founder of the Help a Willing Kid Foundation, joins Al to discuss his commitment to the youth through boxing.

Al also gives the dish on the latest in the sports world.

Michigan’s tourism industry continues to grow

Current State — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:32:38 +0000

Originally aired on April 19, 2013.

The state of Michigan saw an increase in tourism spending in 2012, most of which can be attributed to travelers from other states.

U.S. must decide how to position nuclear arsenal for the 21st century

Current State — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:31:11 +0000

Originally aired on March 20, 2013.

The United States is the premier nuclear power in the world. But the geopolitical landscape has radically transformed since the height of the Cold War. Meanwhile, our stockpile of ballistic missiles, nuclear submarines and large bombers is aging and in need of expensive upgrades and replacements.

Two years after Fukushima, Japan still recovering

Current State — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:29:23 +0000

Originally aired on March 14, 2013.

Two years ago, a massive earthquake struck off the coast of Japan. The quake triggered a tsunami which damaged the Fukushima Dai-ichi nuclear plant, causing the world’s worst radiation leak since the Chernobyl accident in 1986.

Book explores the shifting image of Christ throughout U.S. history

Current State — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:28:20 +0000

Originally aired on March 27, 2013.

Timebanks foster community building

Current State — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:26:20 +0000

Originally aired on March 12, 2013.

Current State| May 20, 2013

Current State — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:21:26 +0000

Today on Current State: Timebanks; a new book exploring the color of Christ; Japan two years after Fukushima nuclear disaster; the future of the U.S. nuclear arsenal and Michigan tourism.

MSU Today | May 19, 2013

Russ White — Sun, 19 May 2013 21:00:00 +0000

Financial Aid 101 / swimming & diving at MSU

Changes Could Be Coming To Michigan’s Fireworks Law

Jake Neher — Fri, 17 May 2013 20:43:53 +0000

Lawmakers in Lansing are considering some changes to the Michigan’s controversial new fireworks law.

Current State #90 | May 17, 2013

Current State — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:12:50 +0000

Today on Current State: Rep. Andy Schor; the renowned Stradivarius violins; Michigan mental health courts; and a preview of summer constellations.

Rep. Andy Schor discusses budget and reforms

Current State — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:12:14 +0000

Michigan’s fiscal year 2014 budget is due in six weeks. In the midst of the always intriguing process, Rep. Andy Schor, D-Lansing, joins Current State. Schor has also been active in May launching and announcing support for measures involving voting reform, gun control and women’s health.

Today, he talks with Current State host Mark Bashore about the ongoing budget proposals, Medicaid expansion, the possible use of an unanticipated revenue increase, his voting reform bills, and more.

Michigan looks to expand mental health courts

Current State — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:11:37 +0000

Earlier this month, a group of House Republican lawmakers introduced a four-bill package that would create a permanent system of mental health treatment courts in Michigan.

Uncovering the secrets of the Stradivarius with technology

Current State — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:10:58 +0000

For centuries, the Stradivarius Violins have been acknowledged as fine instruments, whose work is set as a standard by all violin makers. The instrument was made by Antonio Stradivarius at Cremona, Italy, in 1690s.

Look up to the night sky! Michigan's summer constellations

Current State — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:09:30 +0000

Summer nights mean summer constellations, but if you slept through your astronomy class, it might be hard to figure out what exactly you are looking for. Current State’s Emanuele Berry joined John French, interim Director of the Abrams Planetarium for a tour of the summer sky.

Current State at East Lansing Art Festival

Peter Whorf — Fri, 17 May 2013 13:32:33 +0000

Join us at the East Lansing Art Festival tomorrow as Current State broadcasts live from in front of City Hall from 11a-1p. 90.5FM will be there live with music, interviews and arts coverage all day...

Current Sports # 4 | May 16, 2013

Aaron Young — Thu, 16 May 2013 23:50:11 +0000

Al begins today's show with none other than Michigan State basketball great Greg Kelser. Greg discusses his time at Michigan State, his time in the NBA, his current role as sports broadcaster and his book about Michigan State basketball. Al also invites Jennifer Swanchara, Lansing Lugnuts PA announcer, to discuss her early success in college and the challenge women face in sports broadcasting.

Debate Over Medicaid Expansion, Reform Continues In Lansing

Jake Neher — Thu, 16 May 2013 21:43:42 +0000

Governor Rick Snyder’s administration says it’s “very skeptical” the federal government will let Michigan put a time limit on Medicaid.

Debate Over Medicaid Expansion, Reform Continues In Lansing

Jake Neher — Thu, 16 May 2013 21:43:30 +0000

Governor Rick Snyder’s administration says it’s “very skeptical” the federal government will let Michigan put a time limit on Medicaid.

What's New on WKAR May 17

Peter Whorf — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:49:50 +0000

Hector Berlioz's monumental Symphonie Fantastique dominates our 23rd edition of the show - Kevin Noe conducts a November 2012 performance from the Wharton Center. Also, more of Pavel Kolesnikov's new release of his performances fom the 2012 Honens International Piano Competition....and the Moscow Quartet with Beethoven.

Berlioz/Symphonie Fantastique/MSU Sym, Noe/MSU recording

Beethoven/String Qt No.11/Moscow Quartet/Finer Arts

Beethoven/Piano Sonata #14 "Moonlight"/Kolesnikov/Honens