Greece, also known as Hellas, is the birthplace of politics as an art and democracy as a form of government. Greece takes on the presidency of the EU in the first half of 2003 while preparing for the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens. Ambassador Savvaides will discuss the role Greece plays in international affairs and its relationship with its neighbors and the United States.

Tue. Dec.17
Topic: 75th Anniversary of Lindbergh’s Flight
Guest: Von  Hardesty, curator Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum

We will be discussing the man called Lucky Lindy, the Lone Eagle, the first man to cross the Atlantic Ocean in a plane named the Spirit of St. Louis. From expert pilot to pacifist to pioneering environmentalist Lindbergh's life always set him apart from the masses. Von Hardesty will share his special insights to this enigmatic hero.

Wed. Dec. 18 
Topic: International Migrant Workers Day
Guests: Frances E. Sullivan, Regional Rep. For North America and the Caribbean for the  International Organization for Migration
 Sharon Yandian, Director Migrant and Seasonal Head Start Quality Improvement Center Academy for Educational  Development 
 Rex Varona, Asian Migrant Centre 
Nonoi Hacbang, Commission for Filipino Migrant Workers

The UN adopted the International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of all Migrant Workers and Members Their Families on December 18, 1990. We will discuss the lives of migrant workers and what must be done to protect them.

Thr. Dec. 19
Topic: The Ambassador Is In – Profile of New Zealand
Guest: Ambassador John Wood

New Zealand and the United States have had relations since the late 18th century and their shared commitment to democracy has been the basis of this enduring friendship. Along with being America’s friend New Zealand has a close partnership with the countries and peoples of Asia. We will discuss these and other issues that make New Zealand and important global player.

Fri. Dec.20
Topic: Women and Pain
Guest: Mark Young, M.D., F.A.C.P.

Many women live with chronic, agonizing pain that affects every aspect of their lives. Dr. Young will discuss the fact that women respond differently to pain and require different treatment as well as providing specific remedies.