Katherine Lanpher

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Markets take hit as jobless claims rise

Financial markets took a hit yesterday after jobless claims rose to their highest level since last November. This increase is feeding concern that the economy is starting to slow down again. Louise Story joins us.

Markets take hit as jobless claims rise
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US increases humanitarian military presence in Pakistan

US increases humanitarian military presence in Pakistan
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Obama to Address VFW Convention

Obama to Address VFW Convention
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50 Years of Miles Davis' 'Kind of Blue'

50 Years of Miles Davis' 'Kind of Blue'
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Fact Checking the Health Care Reform Debate

Fact Checking the Health Care Reform Debate
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Afghans in U.S. React to Elections

Dawer Nadi, Afghanistan-born New York resident and president of the Afghan Peace Association, joins The Takeaway to discuss how members of the Afghan-U.S. diaspora are following the elections from afar.

Afghans in U.S. React to Elections
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The Obamas Head to Martha's Vineyard

President Obama arrives at Martha's Vineyard next Sunday for a week-long vacation with his family. Eric Leuning, correspondent for WGBH-service WCAI, talks with The Takeaway about how the Obamas will be spending their vacation.

The Obamas Head to Martha's Vineyard
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What do Kids Learn from Playing Team Sports?

Studies show that children who are pushed hard in sports can develop negative personality traits. The Takeaway talks to Kate Dailey, writer for Newsweek's ?Human Condition' blog, author Mark Hyman, and Takeaway Sports Contributor Ibrahim Abdul-Matin.

What do Kids Learn from Playing Team Sports?
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Is Obama Abandoning the Public Option?

President Obama gave signs that the public option may not be an absolute deal breaker. The Takeaway talks to Julie Mason, White House reporter for the Washington Examiner, and Michael Pramenko, a family physician in Grand Junction.

Is Obama Abandoning the Public Option?
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Back to School Shopping Blues

Though the recession may be easing, both schools and parents are still feeling the financial squeeze. With The Takeaway to talk about the retail market is The New York Times' Louise Story and Salon.com's Mary Elizabeth Williams.

Back to School Shopping Blues
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This Week's Agenda with Chris Hayes and Rob Watson

Included in this week's agenda are President Obama's public health care option, Senator Jim Webb's diplomatic trip to Myanmar, and Afghanistan's presidential election. The Takeaway is joined by The Nation's Chris Hayes and The BBC's Rob Watson.

This Week's Agenda with Chris Hayes and Rob Watson
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Weekend Sports: Records and Firsts in Track and Golf

Sports contributor Ibrahim Abdul-Matin joins The Takeaway to discuss Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt's new world record in the 100m dash and South Korean Y. E. Yang's victory over Tiger Woods at the PGA Championship.

Weekend Sports: Records and Firsts in Track and Golf
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In Afghanistan, 'Daily Show'-style TV Commentary

Political satire is dominating the airwaves on Afghan television. Jahid Mohseni, CEO of TOLO TV and producer of the satirical news show ?Danger Bell,' tells The Takeaway how entertainment shows are driving political discourse this year.

In Afghanistan, 'Daily Show'-style TV Commentary
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Mad About 'Mad Men'

AMC is kicking off the third season of its runaway hit, Mad Men. The Takeaway is joined by Eric Deggans, media critic for the St. Petersburg Times, and Cindy Gallop, advertising consultant and former chairperson of the advertising agency BBH.

Mad About 'Mad Men'
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Sales Up, Ford Eyes Road Ahead

Ford, the number two automaker in the United States is enjoying a surge in sales, thanks to the federal government's ?Cash for Clunkers' program. The company's chief sales analyst, George Pipas, talks with The Takeaway about Ford's prospects

Sales Up, Ford Eyes Road Ahead