Megan Cunnane

Producer, WNYC Studios

Megan Cunnane appears in the following:

Fighting The Myth of The 'Hemingway Curse'

Tuesday, August 16, 2016

Mariel Hemingway, an actress, mental health advocate, and granddaughter of Ernest Hemingway, has spent years fighting the belief that her family is cursed.

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One Community Organizer's Plan to Address Gun Violence in Chicago

Monday, August 15, 2016

This year, over 2,500 people have been shot in Chicago. That's about 450 shy of Chicago's total number of shooting victims in 2015.

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Russia Pushes the Boundaries of Cyber Espionage

Friday, August 12, 2016

Russia's hack of the Democrats is much bigger than initially thought. How does this hack fit into Russia's history of cyber espionage?

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The Failed Promises of The Arab Spring

Thursday, August 11, 2016

In a special issue of The New York Times Magazine, journalist Scott Anderson tells the story of an unraveling Middle East, starting from the American invasion of Iraq in 2003.

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After Delta: Understanding The Computers That Run Our Biggest Airlines

Wednesday, August 10, 2016

It's been a rough week for Delta Airlines after a computer glitch caused chaos for thousands of travelers. But how could one glitch be responsible for so much damage? Find out here.

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The One Thing You Can Actually Do to Fight Surveillance

Wednesday, August 10, 2016

Security technologist Bruce Schneier, author of “Data and Goliath,” says you should stop feeling guilty about skimming the Terms of Service. Get mad instead.

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A Literary Magazine Written by Machines

Monday, August 08, 2016

Karmel Allison is the only human on staff at her literary magazine. All of her poets are machines.

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Don't Believe The Hype: Flossing Still Matters

Thursday, August 04, 2016

The AP has reported that there's no evidence that flossing really works in the long term. But dentists aren't biting, and many say they will keep recommending the technique.

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How Big is the Zika Threat in America?

Wednesday, August 03, 2016

Yesterday the CDC made a historic move in response to the 14 cases of Zika virus contracted in Miami. But is the Zika virus really a serious public health concern in the U.S.? 

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Donald Trump and the Pitfalls of Anti-Intellectualism

Tuesday, August 02, 2016

What happens when the anti-intellectual positioning of the Republican party results in a candidate who is actually unprepared?

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Why Palestine Feels Neglected by the Arab World

Monday, August 01, 2016

Egypt and other Arab states are finding that they share common ground with Israel. But as their relationship grows, the alliance between the Arab world and Palestine is shaken.

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Films to Catch and Skip at the Box Office This Weekend

Friday, July 29, 2016

Reviews of the new comedy "Bad Moms," the latest action flick in the "Jason Bourne" franchise, and the techno crime thriller "Nerve."

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How John Hinckley Jr. Shined a Light on America's Mental Health Crisis

Thursday, July 28, 2016

John Hinckley Jr. was found not guilty by reason of insanity after he attempted to assassinate President Reagan back in 1981. The verdict speaks volumes about justice and mental health.

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Barbarism in France: ISIS Jabs at a Vulnerable Nation

Wednesday, July 27, 2016

Yesterday, France was hit by another terrorist attack for the second time this month. While President Hollande continues to spread messages of unity, the nation's mood is darkening.

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Marni Nixon: Hollywood's Most Famous Hidden Voice

Tuesday, July 26, 2016

Marni Nixon, the hidden singer behind some of the most famous characters in American cinema, died this Sunday of breast cancer. She was 86.

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Taking the Lead Episode 4: The Partnership

Tuesday, July 26, 2016

In the final chapter of our series on women and work, a conversation with one power couple about why the work/life balance debate is really about men and their role as caretakers.

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Oil and Gas Industry Auctions Move Online to Avoid Public Attention

Monday, July 25, 2016

Environmentalist activists are worried about a new bill moving through Congress. If adopted, the legislation may make it easier for big oil companies to secure federal land.

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Taking the Lead Episode 3: The Pressure

Wednesday, July 20, 2016

Running low on funds, Rachael and Leslie join a startup accelerator to compete for a cash prize. After months of preparation, their final pitch includes a surprise strategy.

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Diabetes Hacking 101

Friday, April 22, 2016

Meet Ben West, one of the key hackers behind the artificial pancreas movement.
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The Godfather of Fitness and… Feminism?

Friday, March 25, 2016

Bernarr Macfadden made his name as a fitness guru who advocated for fasting to cure almost every disease. But he also provided a platform for female writers when few others did.
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