STATE OF AFFAIRS 03/01/11: Over the past few decades, progress has been made in understanding the physiology of mental illness, leading to improved therapies and mediations. But advocates say many people in need of treatment are unable to get it, for a variety of reasons. We'll find out what resources and services exist our community to provide treatment and improve quality of life for people living with mental illnesses - and what's being done to prevent patients from falling through the cracks. Listen to the Show

STATE OF AFFAIRS 02/28/11: A row of historic buildings downtown on Main Street has been at the center of a controversy that continues to swirl. Developer Todd Blue, who owns the buildings, says they're unable to be saved. He wants to demolish the structures to make way for something new. Preservationists are crying foul; they say the developer isn't doing (or spending) as much as he could to save the buildings. Meanwhile, the city has given the green light to demolition, while conducting an investigation into the feasibility of preserving the buildings, or at least their facades. Today we tackle the issue on State of Affairs. Call and tell us what you think should be done with the buildings of the Iron Quarter. Listen to the Show

STATE OF AFFAIRS 02/25/11: Democrats in Indiana's house of Representatives are boycotting the Republican majority’s legislative agenda, we'll have analysis on that, as well as the recent actions in the Kentucky General Assembly. The Metro Ethics Commission met this week to determine whether a hearing is needed on allegations of misconduct by Councilwoman Judy Green, so we'll cover that and other Louisville metro news, this week on State of the News. Listen to the Show

STATE OF AFFAIRS 02/24/11: In the early 1960's one book revolutionized a generation of American women. The Feminine Mystique by Betty Friedan pulled no punches in talking about the state of women's lives and inspiring those women to fight for equality. In her recent book, author Stephanie Coontz looks at the effects of Betty Friedan's writing & activism, how the message of Mystique has stood the test of time, and how the feminist movement has grown and changed over the last forty years. We'll talk about it this Thursday; join us with your thoughts. Listen to the Show

STATE OF AFFAIRS 02/23/11: We all have our favorite reads - the mysteries, romances, and thrillers we reach for on a rainy day. But what about the book that became a part of us? The story and characters that climbed into our hearts and never left, changing our perspective forever? This hour our guests share with us the works that influenced them, and we want to hear from you about the book, or books, that changed your life. Join in with your best-loved titles! Listen to the Show

STATE OF AFFAIRS 02/22/11: We all know about Paul Revere and his famous ride, Molly Pitcher's heroic battlefield ministrations, and which little boy chopped down a certain cherry tree. But would you be surprised to find out Paul Revere was not alone in his quest that night, Molly Pitcher did not actually exist, and George Washington never laid hand nor hatchet on that tree? In his book Founding Myths, Ray Raphael discusses historical figures and the truths (or lack of truth) surrounding them. Today, in honor of Washington's Birthday, we'll clear his name of arborcide and listen back to our conversation about founding myths.

STATE OF AFFAIRS 02/18/11: Councilwoman Judy Green has been asked to resign in a complaint with the ethics commission amidst allegations that she gave jobs with at-risk youth to her relatives. We'll hear the latest on that and other metro news stories, then hear about a website that is wildly popular in small towns and has been blamed for an Indiana tragedy. Tony McVeigh will also join us with an update on the Kentucky General Assembly. Listen to the Show

STATE OF AFFAIRS 02/17/11: Advertising is a mega-billion dollar industry and Americans are exposed to thousands of ads each year. It’s no surprise that companies engage in fierce competition to capture our attention. How does gender figure into this marketing tsunami? What effect do media representations have on both men & women's self image and sense of worth? How do we become savvier to the sales pitch? We talk with author Jean Kilbourne about portrayals of gender stereotypes in advertising. Listen to the Show Related Info: Jean Kilbourne appearances in Louisville

STATE OF AFFAIRS 02/16/11: Roads. Water. Bridges. Services we use every day but rarely think about unless something goes wrong. These are part of a dozen categories that make up Kentucky's infrastructure. In a report card just just released by the Kentucky section of the American Society of Civil Engineers, the commonwealth received a "C" overall, with drinking water scoring highest and bridges lowest. We sit down with local engineers and experts to talk about how these marks were determined, what they mean for Kentucky, and what is the status of infrastructure throughout the comonwealth. Listen to the Show

STATE OF AFFAIRS 02/15/11: What does it mean in 2011 to be LGBTQ in Kentucky? Are some areas of our state more tolerant than others? A recent survey found that 83% of Kentucky voters support equal rights for LGBTQ citizens yet many are unaware that work, housing, and even public service discrimination is still legal here. Join us this Tuesday when we talk with members of the Fairness Campaign about LGBTQ & equality in the Bluegrass State. Listen to the Show