WAMU-FM: WAMU: The Kojo Nnamdi Show Podcast

A GROWING GENERATION OF FAMILY CAREGIVERS : A new study from the Pew Research Center finds that 39 percent of U.S. adults are caring for a family member, up from 30 percent in 2010. Kojo looks at how a growing aging population and other factors are putting more Americans in the role of a family caregiver. He speaks with experts about the tools and resources available to the so-called "sandwich generation"--those caught between the needs of their aging parents and growing children. (52 min.)

THE POLITICS HOUR: A D.C. Council member rolls out a legislative package aimed at improving the city's schools. Virginia Democrats hit the home stretch of their primary races. And the Supreme Court lets stand a controversial DNA collection law in Maryland. Join us for our weekly review of the politics, policies and personalities of the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia. (52 min.)

DOMESTIC SURVEILLANCE: VERIZON RELEASES PHONE RECORDS: The Guardian newspaper revealed the second largest phone company in the U.S., Verizon, is handing over millions of private phone records to government agencies. Authorized by the Patriot Act, the order came from a secret court overseeing foreign and domestic surveillance, the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court. Experts say this is the tip of the iceberg, and the government collects far more information on American citizens than is revealed. We explore the legal, political and privacy issues around domestic surveillance. (18 min.) DRONES DIVIDE U.S. AND PAKISTAN : Pakistan's new prime minister called on the U.S. to halt its drone strikes — two weeks after President Barack Obama justified them in a major speech and said they'll continue when needed. We look at U.S. drone policy, the view from Pakistan and the future of targeted killing. (31 min.)

U.K. SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH JEREMY HUNT: The American health care sector is very different from the National Health Service, the universal, government-run system available to British citizens. But both countries are embracing information technology as a tool to empower patients and improve outcomes. Kojo chats with U.K. Secretary of State for Health Jeremy Hunt about the challenges facing the NHS and why countries around the world are watching the implementation of the Affordable Care Act in the United States. (16 min.) THE SMITHSONIAN EXPLORES NAVIGATION: For much of human history, people needed specialized training to navigate from point A to point B, like learning to follow the stars or use a sextant and chronometer. Today, thanks to global positioning satellites that send signals to our phones, we can all be successful navigators. Kojo talks with two curators about the history and future of navigation and a new exhibit at the Smithsonian's Air and Space Museum called "Time and Navigation: The Untold Story of Getting from Here to There." (23 min.)

A FOREIGN POLICY SHAKEUP AT THE WHITE HOUSE: In a defiant, but largely expected move, the White House has announced it will appoint United Nations ambassador Susan Rice to replace Tom Donilon as national security adviser. The shift, which includes the nomination of Rice ally Samantha Power to the top post at the U.N., is likely to rile Republicans who squelched Rice's nomination to the State Department six months ago. We explore the background each woman brings to U.S. foreign policy, and find out how the dynamic shift may affect policy in hot spots like Syria. (15 min.) A NEW ERA IN PROSECUTING CRIMES AGAINST HUMANITY? : With the trial of Gen. Jose Efrain Rios Montt, Guatemala became the first country to try a former leader domestically for genocide. The proceedings have hit snags, but they're seen by many as a milestone in international criminal justice — even as skepticism about the International Criminal Court remains high in other parts of the world. We explore shifts in the landscape of the international criminal justice system. (35 min.)

SCOTUS UPHOLDS MARYLAND'S DNA COLLECTION LAW : The Supreme Court on Monday upheld a Maryland law that allows police to collect DNA samples when booking people who are arrested, but not yet convicted, for serious crimes. The state's highest court struck down the law as unconstitutional last year, but the Supreme Court sided with those in law enforcement who say the information is a necessary tool for prosecuting crimes. We explore the significance of the ruling in our region and around the country. (24 min.) THE WASHINGTON POST COOKBOOK: The Washington Post Food section's 1956 debut was announced with a headline declaring "Mrs. Homemaker, This Is for You!" Much has changed in the six-plus decades since, but demand for the recipes run in the paper remains high. For the first time they've been collected in a cookbook composed of reader favorites. We talk with editor Bonnie Benwick about how the section has evolved along with our tastes. (26 min.)

WOMEN AS BREADWINNERS: A new study from the Pew Research Center finds women are the primary — or sole — earner in 40 percent of American households with children under 18. The numbers highlight a stark divide between single parents and those who are part of a two-income family. We talk about the implications of the study for families at home and work with study author Kim Parker and Howard Ross of Cook Ross. (52 min.)

SEXISM AND SOCIAL MEDIA: Many social media companies maintain strict rules prohibiting hate speech among their users. But feminists have long complained that Facebook moderators turn a blind eye to content that glorifies violence against women. So a coalition of tech-savvy activists devised a social media campaign to pressure the site by targeting its advertisers. Last week Facebook pledged to review its policies and update training. Kojo talks with Laura Bates from the Everyday Sexism Project. (24 min.) BUBBLE BURST? THE HIRSHHORN AT A CROSSROADS: It was a bold idea that would transform an iconic museum and the skyline of the National Mall. In 2009, the new director at the Hirshhorn Museum proposed a "seasonal inflatable structure" — a huge temporary bubble that would balloon out from the top of the building's iconic donut-shaped building. Four years later, that project is in jeopardy, and the Hirshhorn's director is on his way out. We explore debates about the art and economics of the "Hirshhorn Bubble" and what it means for the creative communities of D.C. (26 min.)

THE POLITICS HOUR: Virginia's governor moves to restore the voting rights of non-violent felons. Maryland's lieutenant governor angles to form the first power ticket in next year's gubernatorial race. And a longtime member of the D.C. Council prepares to officially launch a mayoral bid. Join us for our weekly review of the politics, policies, and personalities of the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia. (52 min.)

YOUR TURN : This week, women's groups staged a backlash against Facebook over misogynistic posts,President Obama named a new FBI chief, and the University of Maryland found itself grappling with an old sex abuse case. It's your turn to comment on these and other stories making headlines. (52 min.)

PERSONAL STORIES FROM CHINA: For nearly a decade, starting in the late 1980s, journalist Xinran's radio broadcast in her native China served as an outlet for those who had been voiceless, especially women. She has since shared those stories with the world in a number of books that have been translated into dozens of languages. Xinran joins us to talk about the power of radio, her work with Chinese adoptees and the status of women in China. (22 min.) SUPERNOVA PERFORMANCE ART FESTIVAL: Mention Rosslyn, Virginia, and most people picture a corporate-looking downtown, home to Fortune 500 companies. But Rosslyn also hopes to be known for cutting-edge art events, with its annual jazz festival and Artisphere, a cultural center for visual and performing arts. The latest addition to its burgeoning arts scene is a performance art festival, set for the second weekend in June, when artists will take to the streets with performances designed to engage and entertain. (28 min.)

ARCHAEOLOGY IN D.C.: Human activity in the District of Columbia pre-dates the formation of the city itself. Early inhabitants left artifacts and traces of rituals, gatherings that continue to be unearthed today. We talk with D.C.'s archaeologist about the number and diversity of significant historic sites throughout the city and speak with a parks advocate about being good stewards of those sites today. (23 min.) PATI'S MEXICAN TABLE: Tacos, burritos and enchiladas have become familiar dishes in many U.S. restaurants, leading many Americans to think they know Mexican food well. Those dishes, however, are just the tip of the culinary iceberg. Chef and author Pati Jinich joins us to talk about Mexican home cooking and the global influences that helped shaped Mexican cuisine. (26 min.)

BOOSTING VOTER TURNOUT IN LOCAL ELECTIONS: Takoma Park just lowered the voting age to 16 for city elections. It's one of a number of moves around the country to combat extremely low turnout for local races. We'll explore the reasons so few people people cast ballots in state, local and municipal contests, and look at efforts to get more people to the polls. (52 min.)

COMMUNITY FUNDED DEVELOPMENT: First there was Kickstarter, a crowdfunding company that raises money for new projects by asking individuals to donate in exchange for a token reward like a t-shirt or a personal thank-you note. Now by jumping through hoops in SEC regulations, entrepreneurs have set up crowdfunding platforms that allow ordinary people to invest online in local business ventures and see actual returns. With new crowdfunding rules on the horizon at the SEC, we look at how community-backed investments might shape development locally and nationwide. (52 min.)

TRAVEL TECHNOLOGY: We book flights and hotels online, then yearn for free WiFi at 30,000 feet. We use Google maps to find tourist sights and Yelp to to pick restaurants in unfamiliar cities. When it comes to travel, the smart phone is travel agent and guidebook rolled into one. But the surging demand for free WiFi and greater bandwidth has airports, airlines and hotels scrambling to keep up. Tech Tuesday explores how technology is changing the way we travel and shaping our expectations when we're on the road. (52 min.)