Tell Me More

Monday - Friday, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m. - midnight on KUOW2

Tell Me More captures the headlines, issues and pleasures relevant to multicultural life in America. Hosted by award-winning journalist Michel Martin, the show focuses on the way we live, intersect and collide in a culturally diverse world. Each show features a variety of segments examining news, ideas and people.

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Around the Nation
8:08 am
Tue January 8, 2013

When The Going Gets Tough ... Let Kids Fail?

Originally published on Tue January 8, 2013 9:03 am

Some parents will do anything to help their kids get ahead, but some experts say we should let them fail so they can be prepared for the real world. Host Michel Martin speaks with Ana Homayoun, author of The Myth of the Perfect Girl, and parents Glenn Ivey and Dani Tucker.

Music
8:24 am
Mon January 7, 2013

Who Inspires R&B Sensation Miguel?

Miguel released his sizzling and sensual album, Kaleidescope Dream, in 2012 to high praise from fans and critics. For Tell Me More's series "In Your Ear," he talks being inspired by artists Kendrick Lamar, Glasser and Grizzly Bear.

Movie Interviews
8:24 am
Mon January 7, 2013

Mexican Reporters Take On Cartels Despite Risks

For decades, journalists at the Tijuana newspaper Zeta have doggedly covered government corruption and narco-trafficking. That's made them the target of violence and threats. Bernardo Ruiz tells their stories in his new documentary, Reportero. He talks with guest host Celeste Headlee.

Around the Nation
8:24 am
Mon January 7, 2013

'Black Gold Boom' Brings New Life To North Dakota

Credit Todd Melby
Men hard at work in oil-booming North Dakota.

Originally published on Mon January 7, 2013 10:58 am

Jobs may be scarce around the United States, but not in western North Dakota. A massive oil boom in Williston and the surrounding area is transforming the landscape and culture of this once-tranquil region.

Producer Todd Melby, who has been covering the boom for public media, composed an interactive documentary with radio stories and videos called "Rough Ride: The Oil Patch Tour." This guided tour through the oil patches illustrates the growth of oil fields over time.

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Theater
8:24 am
Mon January 7, 2013

You're Invited: Verdi's 200th Birthday Celebration

Originally published on Tue January 8, 2013 11:17 am

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Arts & Life
8:24 am
Mon January 7, 2013

Russell Peters, 'Notorious' And Unapologetic

The Indian-Canadian comedian is known for mimicking accents and poking fun at race, culture and class. He's performed for audiences worldwide. All that after being bullied as the brown kid in a mostly white neighborhood. Peters talks to guest host Celeste Headlee about his personal life and his new world tour called 'Notorious.'

Economy
8:39 am
Fri January 4, 2013

After Outsourcing Boom, An 'Insourcing' Comeback?

Following years of moving jobs overseas, some companies are deciding there are benefits to manufacturing products here at home. Guest host Celeste Headlee discusses the latest jobs numbers and the new trend called "insourcing." Headlee talks with Wall Street Journal reporter Sudeep Reddy and journalist Charles Fishman.

Arts & Life
8:39 am
Fri January 4, 2013

Creating Peace This Year, Easier Said Than Done?

Tell Me More asked listeners how they are hoping to bring peace into their lives in 2013. From cutting up credit cards to cleaning up friendships, life coach Gail Blanke says even small changes add up. Guest host Celeste Headlee asks Blanke for some tips on creating a peaceful year.

Barbershop
8:39 am
Fri January 4, 2013

Will Republicans Follow The Leader?

The Barbershop guys talk about which political party seems more bruised now that the battle over taxes has ended. They also guess who will be going down in the NFL playoffs this weekend. Guest host Celeste Headlee checks in with culture critic Jimi Izrael; sports writer Pablo Torre, NPR's Ken Rudin and former chair of the Republican National Committee, Michael Steele.

Politics
8:54 am
Thu January 3, 2013

Latinos Shifting Political Trends

Originally published on Thu January 3, 2013 9:05 am

Tensions between different Latino ethnic groups might be changing local politics on the east and west coasts. Host Michel Martin speaks with Columbia University adjunct professor Ed Morales, who says shifting Latino demographics are the driving force behind it all.

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