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Put to the Test

By Laura Knoy on Monday, October 8, 2007.

The Exchange takes a break to bring you this special documentary from American Public Media. It's been more than five and a half years since the passing of President Bush’s controversial education plan No Child Left Behind and how much its improved our education system has been debated. “Put to the test” explores how well NCLB is or isn’t working in America’s schools today by talking with students, teachers and those setting the standards.

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Hip Hop Around the World

By Liz Bulkley on Sunday, October 7, 2007.

Hip Hop has had a profound effect around the world. The home grown phenomenon has been adopted and re-interpreted by many far-flung countries of the globe. We're going to explore the political and social significance of Hip Hop in Cuba, South Africa, and in the Islamic World.

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Folk Show Playlist 10.7.07

By Kate McNally on Sunday, October 7, 2007.

With music from Ruthie Foster, John Hartford, Brooks Williams and more. This week's featured album is "Kane, Welch, Kaplin" by Kane, Welch, Kaplin.

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