During the 1980s, Wishard was an assistant to the U.S. Secretary of Commerce writing on global competitiveness, international trade, and U.S. economic policy. In his new book, Between Two Ages: The 21st Century and the Crisis of Meaning, Wishard explores the magnitude of these changes and considers whether the human race is headed in the right direction.

Tuesday,  Aug. 7
Topic: Improving Energy Use
Guest: Mark Hopkins, VP of the Alliance To Save Energy

The Alliance To Save Energy, based in Washington, DC, has programs in Russia, Ukraine, Serbia,Poland, Mexico, China, India, Brazil and Ghana. Our guest will discuss how the Alliance helps
countries identify and take advantage of their use.

Wednesday,  Aug. 8
Topic: Indonesia
Guests: Eric C. Bjornlund, Woodrow Wilson Center Fellow
            Robert Manning,  Council on Foreign Relations

Indonesia is embroiled in economic collapse, political turmoil, social instability and corruption. President Abdurrahman Wahid has been removed from office and Megawati Sukarnoputri has been sworn in. Our guests will discuss how Indonesia came to this pointand what the new president will need to do to save her country.

Thursday,  Aug. 9
Topic: The Doctor Is In  -  Brain Tumors
Guests: Dr. Richard Polin, George Washington Univ. Hospital
             Ms. Margaret Fiore, Head of the Brain Tumor support group

It is expected that over 180,000 brain tumors will be diagnosed in the United States alone in 2001.  Brain tumors are the most common of the solid tumors in children, and the second most frequent  malignancy in childhood. Dr. Polin will discuss the causes and possible cures while Ms. Fiore will explain the need for support for families going through brain cancer treatment.
 

Friday,  Aug. 10
Topic: Service Dogs
Guests: Deb Bauer, professional trainer
            Terri Snyderman, puppy home trainer

Canine Partners for Life provides trained service dogs to individuals with mobility impairments and seizure disorders in order to increase independence and quality of life. We will find out how the dogs are trained and recipients chosen.