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The Conversation

Economic Recovery, Edible History of Humanity, and Recession Weddings

06/04/2009 at 12:00 p.m.

Economic Recovery for Washington State?

Moody's financial service says Washington State is poised for an early economic recovery. We'll talk to an economist who says the turnaround will begin later this year.

Fly in the Ointment?

Financial bloggers say Microsoft could be going the way of GM by ignoring the competition. We check in with a local financial correspondent.

Don't Try This at Home

An Oregon man has equipped his bicycle with a rocket. What was he thinking?

An Edible History of Humanity

In his new book, "An Edible History of Humanity," Tom Standage says food is the ultimate weapon and a key factor shaping history.

Recession Weddings

June wedding season has arrived in the midst of a recession. We'll get tips on how to plan a fun, nontraditional wedding without breaking the bank. Plus we'll hear your wedding stories. How did you save money on your special day? What do you wish you'd done differently?



Guest(s)

Andrew Gledhill is an economist with Moody's Economy.com

Jon Talton is the economy columnist for the Seattle Times.

Bob Maddox has designed jet engines for 10 years and recently strapped one to his bicycle.

Tom Standage is author of "An Edible History of Humanity."

Sarah Gottlieb is co–founder of AvantBride.com, a Seattle–based website.

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