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»11/2/09 Fire Clowns, Personhood, US Marine Band
Could it be Red Rock Point? Boyd Gaming is making a move on Stations, the company now in bankruptcy. We find out what it means.

Then we hear from the activists who want to include a definition of personhood in the Nevada Constitution. Already women's rights groups are threatening to sue.

And we hear from those clowns who play with fire for a living as well as the US Marine Band that will be playing at UNLV tonight.

»11/3/09 E.L. Doctorow and the Economics of Recovery
So how many jobs are being created by the stimulus program? And have jobs been saved? And where is the money being spent? We discuss all that with the state's "Stimulus Czar."

We also talk with an economist to see why Clark County is one of the most economically stressed counties in the nation, according to the Associated Press, and what it will take to get out of economic stress.

And how does Nevada ranks in a study of the most trouble state unemployment funds?

Pre-eminent novelist of the late 20th and early 21st centuries, Novelist E.L. Doctorow joins us in the studio.

And we talk about the attraction and the trials of swimming, running and biking.

»11/4/09 Latin Grammys, UFC and Kay Ryan
It's heard in many forms, as a fusion with Jazz or reggae or in new hybrids with country music, and it's as American as it gets. We talk with three experts on Latin music who explain the cultural and economic shift that has come with this latest influence to shape popular music.

Then we talk about the new big sport of mixed martial arts and why one man thinks its well... gay.

And we talk with the U.S. Poet Laureate about how she writes, how her life has shaped her poetry and what she's doing to fulfill her role as Poet-in-Chief.

»11/5/09 Hispanic College Enrollement and Michael Uslan
First, CSN is inching closer to becoming what is known as a Hispanic Serving Institution if its student population reaches 25% Hispanic. We talk with the head of diversity at CSN about what that means for CSN and its students.

We also talk about how the stress level of flying unmanned predator drone missions in Afghanistan is proving as stressful as combat in person.

Then, Batman movie producer Michael Uslan joins us to talk about his love of heroes and comics and why he loves his work. He's set to speak this weekend at the Vegas Valley Comic Book Festival and his art is already on display at the Clark County and Sahara West libraries.

And First Friday artist Patti Backer tells us about her self-described "darkly whimsical" art.

»11/6/09 Ambassadors of Hope and Amos Sawyer
First we talk with volunteers of a group helping those dispossessed by the recession to find work and housing.

And we are joined by the former president of the very troubled African nation of Liberia. He will be a special commentator at a screening of Pray the Devil Back to Hell, which is scheduled for tonight at the Boyd Law School at UNLV.

We also talk with a leader of the group, 76 Trombones + 4, about their concert at UNLV tonight and what 76 trombonists can do when they get together on stage.

»11/7/09 KNPR's State of Nevada Weekend Select
First, CSN is inching closer to becoming what is known as a Hispanic Serving Institution if its student population reaches 25% Hispanic. We talk with the head of diversity at CSN about what that means for CSN and its students.

And Batman movie producer Michael Uslan joins us to talk about his love of heroes and comics and why he loves his work. He's set to speak this weekend at the Vegas Valley Comic Book Festival and his art is already on display at the Clark County and Sahara West libraries. These selections represent the best segments from the past week's broadcasts.

»11/9/09 Start Ups, Mental Health and the Military and Agassi
First we talk with a selection of Las Vegas' newest business owners who decided that there is no time like the present to become entrepreneurs, recession or no.

Then the shootings at Fort Hood have raised questions about the way the military handles mental health issues, especially when so many personnel have been serving long periods in the Middle East. We talk with Lt. Stephen Tueler who heads mental health services at Nellis Air Force Base.

And tennis legend Andre Agassi's autobiography will be released on Monday. In it, he speaks of drug use, the roller-coaster his career and personal life became in the 1990s and his eventual decision to retire in 2006. He joins us in the studio.

»11/10/09 Fuel Economy and Public Schooling for Everyone
Don't expect too much of the Obama Administration. At least, that's the argument of our first guest - Pietro Nivola of The Brookings Insitution.

Also we hear about the 21-year-old college dropout from Michigan who won The World Series of Poker at 3 a.m. today.

And UCLA Education Professor Mike Rose, a vocal advocate for remedial courses and vocational programs is making the case for a vital public school system, which he fears is under assault throughout much of the country.

»11/11/09 Las Vegans Speak Out and Veterans Day
It's that time again. We're back with a whole new cast of Las Vegans giving us a piece of their mind about health care reform, what should we do in Afghanistan and just about whatever else they're thinking about.

And it's Veterans Day, but sizable parts of the retired military feel they're neglected. We talk with the organizers of HELP USA, which operates a number of transitional and public housing facilities to help homeless vets.

»11/12/09 LVRJ Review, Nevada Recovery and Unemployment
What happens when the fact-checker is fact-checked? We talk with former Review-Journal columnist Erin Neff, who has set-up a website designed to fact-check the Las Vegas Review-Journal.

Then, we discuss a new report that finds that Nevada is one of 10 states facing dire financial challenges.

And later, top officials from the State Employment Division will return to take your phone calls and emails about the challenges of filing for Unemployment benefits.

»11/13/09 The State of the Casino Industry and Lily Tomlin
The Global Gaming Expo opens in Las Vegas next week, which makes it a great time to look at how the casino industry is going to get out of the current slump. We talk to the President of the American Gaming Association.

Then this weekend brings another big fight. We talk about the fight and where boxing is going.

Lily Tomlin is performing her latest show "Lily Tomlin: Not Playing with a Full Deck" at the MGM Grand through Wednesday. We talk with her about her comedy routines and the state of the world.

And the director of a comedy-drama about a comfortably disconnected Filipino American family joins us. "Brown Soup Thing" is premiering in Las Vegas this weekend at the UNLV Student Union.

»11/14/09 KNPR's State of Nevada Weekend Select
Tennis legend Andre Agassi's autobiography will be released on Monday. In it, he speaks of drug use, the roller-coaster his career and personal life became in the 1990s and his eventual decision to retire in 2006. He joins us in the studio.

This selection represents the best segments from the past week's broadcasts.

»11/16/09 Diversity in Education and Hospitality
The man who looked like he might cripple the FBI's investigation into the unorthodox relationships between orthopedic surgeons and plaintiffs lawyers, has suddenly negotiated a plea deal with the government. We talk with investigative reporter Katherine Eban about the development in the medical mafia case.

Then we meet some of the winners of the Urban Chamber of Commerce's annual awards to find out how the recession is affecting them.

UNLV President Neal Smatresk joins us to talk about the firing of football coach Mike Sanford.

And the Dean of the Cornell School of Hotel Administration joins us to talk about what makes a good hospitality education.

»11/17/09 Janet Napolitano and Broadway, My Way
First, Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano will tell us what she thinks resorts should be doing to prevent a terrorist attack.

World leaders are kicking the big decisions on climate change down the road. Economist Adele Morris of the Brookings Institution worked on the Kyoto Protocol and she tells us what needs to be done to make the next round in Copenhagen work.

And Philip Fortenberry of Jersey Boys talks about his concert of Broadway standards.

»11/18/09 Regional Roundup and Snow White
What's happening beyond Clark County? We find out when check in with reporters in St. George, Utah, Phoenix and Reno.

Then the Special Agent in Charge of the Las Vegas office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation is leaving to take a job with the Bureau in Los Angeles. Steve Martinez tells us about his experiences as the long arm of the federal law in Southern Nevada.

And, no, it's not the Disney classic. This time the British National Theatre of North America has brought its own unique pantomime version of Snow White to the stage of the Horn Theatre at CSN's Cheyenne campus.

»11/19/09 Budget Cuts, John L. and Australia
First, we talk with City Manager about the deteriorating city budget and what can be done to remedy the fiscal mess.

And we look at the new drive to reform the nation's immigration laws.

Then Review Journal Columnist John L. Smith joins us to talk about what's on his mind.

LSU English Professor Patrick McGee joins us in the studio to talk to us about the movie "Austrailia."

»11/20/09 Stripper Mobile Controversy and Net Neutrality
The Stripper-mobile is back in the garage but the controversy about what's safe advertising on the Strip continues. We talk about what's touted along the resort corridor with the advertisers, free speech advocates and Clark County Commissioner.

And could Cox rig the Internet so you'd see more of what they want you to see? More of what they profit from? Or would you pay money for that preferential treatment. We talk about the controversy over net neutrality.

Then we talk with Maestro David Itkin and Joel Fan about the music they'll be playing this weekend.

We also talk about how the big moments in recent months have played out in the sportsbooks.

»11/21/09 KNPR's State of Nevada Weekend Select
First, Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano will tell us what she thinks resorts should be doing to prevent a terrorist attack.

And we look at the new drive to reform the nation's immigration laws.

This selection represents the best segments from the past week's broadcasts.

»11/23/09 State Finances, Contaminated Water and Rat Pack
First, Senator Steven Horsford tells us how the state will deal with deteriorating revenue and where he thinks the latest review will take Nevada in the next decade or two.

And, a new study has found that ground water in Nye County has been contaminated by nuclear testing at the Nevada Test Site. We talk with experts about what happens and what needs to be done to fix the problem.

Then, Sandy Hackett joins us in the studio to talk about the new show and the old memories.

»11/24/09 Public Option, Ensign Scandal and Frank Caliendo
First, Danny Tarkanian joins us to explain why his initiative that will allow Nevadans to vote on whether the state should opt out of any government-operated health insurance scheme is needed.

Then we talk about Doug Hampton's exclusive interview to ABC News Nightline tonight about the Sen. John Ensign scandal.

And, impressionist Frank Caliendo joins us to talk about his new show and how he got into the business of impersonating others.

»11/25/09 Homeless Youth, Volunteering and Chefs Talk Turkey
Chefs Paul Bartolotta and Adam Bruce join us to share their holiday cooking favorites.

Then we talk with three local operations that need volunteers to help others, improve the environment and help provide for others' needs.

And we meet four of teens who are living with the Partnership for Homeless Youth - a local charity that tries to house and keep these young people in school.

»11/27/09 Epilepsy, Retail Anthropology and Peter Max
First we talk about the treatment of epilepsy with both a doctor and a patient.

Then, three cast members from Nevada Conservatory Theatre's production of A Christmas Carol join us in the studio.

And we talk to two Chicago-area consultants who study every move a shopper makes.

We also talk to a man who has been so unconventional in selling his art that he's often been mistaken for a corporation.

»11/28/09 KNPR's State of Nevada Weekend Select
Impressionist Frank Caliendo joins us to talk about his new show and how he got into the business of impersonating others.

This selection represents the best segments from the past week's broadcasts.

»11/30/09 Employment on the Strip and Climate Change
First, we ask industry insiders and a local consultant about the changing employment picture on the strip.

And William Antholis of the Brookings Institution gives us a preview of his talk on climate change.

Then, Doug Elfman, who doubles as the Game Dork, gives us a preview of the best games to buy for the holiday season.

And author Katie Kitamura joins us and explains why she launched her literary career with a novel about the men of the octagon.