Dec. '09 Obama Poll Watch -- Below Fifty, But Stabilizing

Chris Weigant, 01.04.2010

Author, Political Commentator, and Blogger (ChrisWeigant.com)

It's time once again for Obama Poll Watch -- our monthly look back at Obama's approval ratings for the previous month.

A Government Takeover of the Government

B. Jeffrey Madoff, 12.31.2009

Founder of Madoff Productions

As we had our holiday dinner together, my kids asked me why billions can be spent on an expanding war, bailing out the auto industry and the banks, but when it comes to health care, people are afraid of a "government takeover."

How a Billionaire Can Make a Billion Dollars

Toby Barlow, 12.27.2009

Author of Sharp Teeth

I would like to present a simple plan that will make anyone in the top income bracket an appallingly huge amount of money: Buy Detroit.

Cowboys Full: The Story of Poker Author James McManus on The Interview Show

Mark Bazer, 12.24.2009

Mark Bazer writes a syndicated humor column and hosts The Interview Show in Chicago

James McManus stopped by The Interview Show, a monthly talk show hosted by Mark Bazer, to discuss the new book, poker and a naked Michael Jordan.

Top ten auto industry stories - 2009

Steve Parker, 12.28.2009

Journalist/Broadcaster covering the auto industry and auto racing for 35 years.

1- GM - The bankruptcy (which is over) and the ongoing revolving door for top executives at GM haven't give the public a lot of confidence in the...

Our Top Ten motorsports stories of 2009

Steve Parker, 12.23.2009

Journalist/Broadcaster covering the auto industry and auto racing for 35 years.

1- Jimmie Johnson won his fourth consecutive NASCAR Sprint Cup championship in 2009. This is simply an incredible, amazing achievement. Associa...

Top Ten Civil Justice Triumphs Of the Decade!

Joanne Doroshow, 12.24.2009

Executive Director, Center for Justice & Democracy

We look back with pride, and with some amazement really, at these great civil justice wins during the past decade. It hasn't been easy, and there are many to thank.

The Gift America Needs Most: Manufacturing

Leo W. Gerard, 12.22.2009

President, United Steelworkers International

The gift this country needs most this holiday season is an economy built on a solid foundation, one that will provide middle class, family-supporting jobs now and into the future.

Green News Report -- December 17, 2009 (Audio)

Brad Friedman and Desi Doyen, 12.17.2009

Co-Hosts, Green News Report

IN TODAY'S AUDIO REPORT: COP15 Cop-out? Copenhagen climate talks stalled in the last days -- or are they? Our special coverage continues... PLUS: A...

A Holiday Wish List That No One Should Fulfill

Gary Shapiro, 12.17.2009

President & CEO of the Consumer Electronics Association

Here are the "top ten" things our government could do in 2010 to reverse our nascent economic recovery. Of course, it shouldn't do any of these things - but its record causes me grave concern.

Supporting Electric Vehicles

Antonio Villaraigosa, 12.16.2009

Mayor of the City of Los Angeles

This morning I had the opportunity to participate on a panel with World Bank President Robert Zoellick, Sir Richard Branson, UN OECD General Secretary...

Michigan's Desolation Row

Barry D. Wood, 12.15.2009

Writes about the global economy from Washington.

Here in southeast Michigan the recession feels more like depression. The region's unemployment rate is 17% and rising. Already, it is the highest jobless rate of any metropolitan area.

Bail Out Money Can Save Music

Eve Tahmincioglu, 12.15.2009

Great news today. ...

Weekend Radio Shows -- Chevy Volt, Danica Patrick

Steve Parker, 12.13.2009

Journalist/Broadcaster covering the auto industry and auto racing for 35 years.

This week GM fired the head of Chevrolet and appointed a new leader, and named a new North American Operations vice president.

It Is Time to Refocus on Education, R&D and Innovation If We Are to "Think Different" and Remain Competitive

Jenny Darroch, 12.10.2009

Marketing strategy expert at Claremont Graduate University

The ability to "think different" is critical to the future success of many industries. To innovate as a way to generating growth within organizations can only help industries and the economy as a whole.

Danica Patrick Inks NASCAR Deal

Steve Parker, 12.08.2009

Journalist/Broadcaster covering the auto industry and auto racing for 35 years.

Danica Patrick, the most popular driver in IndyCar, will drive in a limited number of NASCAR Nationwide Series events in 2010 for JR Motorsports, a team co-owned by Dale Earnhardt Jr.

Sony, Universal Launch Vevo with EMI: MediaBytes with Shelly Palmer December 8, 2009

Shelly Palmer, 12.08.2009

President, National Academy Of Television Arts & Sciences, NY

The new music video site Vevo is set to launch today. Founded by Sony Music Entertainment and Universal Music Group, the venture, which hopes to rev...

LA Auto Show: Green and Smaller Could Mean Big Profits for Automakers

Michael Rose, 12.07.2009

Documentary filmmaker based in Los Angeles

Companies that have earned enormous profits selling giant trucks and SUVs are in the process of re-branding themselves as responsible corporate citizens with an obligation to society.

Anxious but Excited, GM Employees Hope for a Revival

Jane Devin, 12.07.2009

Writer-Essayist

How are the people at GM taking the changes? Underneath the anxiety, they are hopeful. They feel that they are participating in the birth of an automotive zenith that will turn GM's fortunes, and their own, around.

Our weekend radio shows - The line-ups

Steve Parker, 12.04.2009

Journalist/Broadcaster covering the auto industry and auto racing for 35 years.

Join us LIVE Saturday at 11am Pacific/2pm Eastern (NEW TIME!) and Sunday at 5pm Pacific/8pm Eastern on www.TalkRadioOne.com for our exclusive LIVE mot...

GM Appoints Mark Reuss As New President

Michael Rose, 12.07.2009

Documentary filmmaker based in Los Angeles

GM is not of the woods yet but it's clear the board is not afraid to do things differently and pave the way for a younger generation to lead the company as it moves forward.