Does America Have a Drinking Problem?

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Does America Have a Drinking Problem?

Judge Brett Kavanaugh’s teenage drinking habits came under scrutiny at last Thursday’s Senate hearing.

Trump’s Father Funneled Hundreds of Millions to Son, Through Tax Evasion and Tax Fraud

President Trump says he is a self-made man. But by age 8 he was a millionaire.

Desperation in Indonesia as Earthquake and Tsunami Death Toll Rises

What are the logistical difficulties of providing aid to Indonesia, in response to the devastating earthquake and tsunami?

Rethinking Recidivism as a Measure of Our Justice System

Fear of going back to prison hangs over many people making the transition to life after incarceration. Some experts say, low recidivism is a bad measurement of success.

Everything You Really Need to Know about Paying for College 

Finding the right college and figuring out how to pay for it can be a daunting task, but a new project aims to make things simpler for students and their families.  

Guests:

Gabrielle Glaser 

Christina Mair

Jenny Johnson Ware

Kate Dischino

Bruce Western

Beth Kobliner

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