Aug 21st, 2008 · Some athletes have been training for a long time to go the Beijing Olympics — only they were never planning to compete. These sparring partners get many of the perks, but must swallow the disappointment of not being on the Olympic team.
Jun 17th, 2008 · Residents of Oakville, Iowa are working hard to try to save their city from flooding. A surge of Mississippi River water continues rolling south. In its path it threatens to swallow homes, businesses and farmland. Farms are currently under 25 feet of water.
Jun 2nd, 2008 · A mud volcano has swallowed the homes of 30,000 people in Indonesia. Geologist Richard Davies speaks with host Alex Chadwick about why the volcano is collapsing.
May 22nd, 2008 · The summer season in New Hampshire's Lakes Region is just getting started, but as gas prices continue to set records on land, some boat owners are keeping their vessels in storage or selling them altogether. That's already starting to affect marinas that store, dock, rent and sell boats. Other businesses, such as charter boats and tourist cruises, are setting their summer rates and weighing whether to swallow high fuel costs or pass them on to customers.
Apr 1st, 2008 · Scientists in Geneva are readying the largest particle accelerator ever built. But BPP regular David Morgan says at least two men are suing to stop the accelerator because they fear it will swallow all of planet Earth.
Feb 20th, 2008 · If you have clear skies in your neighborhood Wednesday night, you'll be in for a celestial treat. The Earth will pass between the sun and the moon, creating a full lunar eclipse. Kelly Beatty, executive editor of Sky & Telescope magazine, provides a preview of what to expect.
Oct 5th, 2007 · A life of diapers, Barney and play groups can be a hard pill to swallow for hip, image-conscious parents. Enter "Baby Loves Disco" -- a kid-friendly dance party at nightclubs across the country. Once you get in, you'll find strobe lights, the hottest local DJ and a lot of toddlers.
Aug 15th, 2007 · Mattel is the latest company to be embarrassed by defective products from China. It recalled toys with lead paint and small magnets children could swallow. Nancy Nord, acting chairwoman of the Consumer Product Safety Commission, talks with Renee Montagne.