The statistical picture of war reflects the buildings and equipment destroyed and the number of people, soldiers and civilians who were killed or wounded. That picture has traditionally failed to reflect violence against women, which in many societies condemns them to die over and over again. Barstow has edited a book dealing with rape and other  crimes against women, starting with World War II and continuing through today.

Tue. Jan. 8
Topic:  Warrior Politics
Guest:   Robert D. Kaplan

In his book Warrior Politics, Robert Kaplan writes about what is required of a good leader. The book offers a template for any decision-maker faced with high stakes and inadequate knowledge of a mine-filled terrain. We will discuss famous decision-makers of the past and how today's leaders can use their wisdom.

Wed. Jan. 9
Topic:  Latest Findings in Astronomy
Guest:  Daniel B. Caton,Prof. & Observatory Director Dept. of Physics and Astronomy, Appalachian State Univ., Boone, NC

Dr.Caton will talk about what’s making news from outer space.

Thr. Jan.10
Topic: Reclaiming Colombia
Guest: Colombian Senator Ingrid Betancourt

Senator Betancourt will talk about her life and political struggle to de-narcotize her country. She will also address human rights issues and the struggle to return democracy to her country of Columbia.

Fri. Jan. 11
Topic:  Worldwatch Institute’s State of the World Report
Guests:   TBA,Worldwatch Institute representative

Our guest will discuss the social and environmental advances of the last decade, including declining deaths from pneumonia, diarrhea and tuberculosis. We will also discuss important trends that continue to worsen, deaths from AIDS, greenhouse emissions, damaged to the coral reefs among others.