Century of Self: The Story of Edward Bernays – February 13, 2009
Sigmund Freud's nephew is the father of the Public Relations industry. He worked to control the masses on behalf of the power elite by pumping up consumer culture.
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The Trap (What Happened to Our Dream of Freedom?) – February 13, 2009
The Trap: What Happened to Our Dream of Freedom is a BBC documentary series by British filmmaker Adam Curtis, well known for other documentaries including The Century of the Self and The Power of Nightmares. The series consists of three, one-hour programmes which explore the concept and definition of freedom, specifically "how a simplistic model … Continued
Pema Chodron – February 13, 2009
Special on the teachings of Buddhist nun Pema Chodron.
The Power of Community – How Cuba Survived Peak Oil – February 13, 2009
When the Soviet Union collapsed in 1990, Cuba's economy went into a tailspin. With imports of oil cut by more than half – and food by 80 percent – people were desperate. The sound of this film tells of the hardships and struggles as well as the community and creativity of the Cuban people during … Continued
Chef M.D. – February 13, 2009
Your kitchen needs a ChefMD. Renowned physician and professionally trained chef Dr. John La Puma has just the person for the job–you! By following the ChefMD Eight-Week Plan, you’ll find your inner doctor and learn to eat for optimal health and maximum satisfaction. Use ChefMD’s Big Book of Culinary Medicine to: • Discover what and … Continued
Music of the World with Stephen Kent Special – February 12, 2009
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The Music of African icon Franco and le Tpok Jazz, with host Stephen Kent.
Capitalism and Its Discontents: A 5 part series on the global financial meltdown – February 12, 2009
Hauker Mar Helgason talks about the protests which brought down the government of Iceland. A look at the boom and bust in global food prices with Eric Holt Gimenez. George Katsiaficas talks about how South Korea and East Asia are weathering the current slump. And Canadian political economist Leo Panitch speaks about the role of … Continued