Reverbiage: Stories from NPR tagged 'helm'

Raphael Saadiq: Neo-Soul Producer Steps Out

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 11:15:00 EST

It's been a good couple of years for producers like Mark Ronson and Timbaland to step out from the board and record their own music. Raphael Saadiq has helmed recordings for John Legend and Joss Stone, but steps out for a standout solo soul album. Hear a session from WXPN.

RNC, DNC: Who's In, Who Out...

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 06:00:00 EST

Along with the many changes a new administration brings to Washington, there is going to be a change at the helm of the two political parties. In January, both the Democratic and Republican National Committees will elect new chairmen.

Bank Of America's Ken Lewis Takes Biggest Risk Yet

Tue, 16 Sep 2008 15:13:00 EDT

In his seven-year tenure at the helm of Bank of America, Ken Lewis has made many big buys: FleetBoston, MBNA, LaSalle and Countrywide — to name a few. But none quite match the risk, expense and scope of the Merrill Lynch deal.

N.C. State Employee Rejects Helms Tribute

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 16:00:00 EDT

North Carolina lowered flags this week to honor the late Sen. Jesse Helms. But L.F. Eason — director of the state Standards Laboratory — chose to retire rather than comply with the directive. Eason explains his objections.

Remembering Jesse Helms

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 14:51:00 EDT

A columnist for The Wall Street Journal remembers the legacy and politics of the late former Sen. Jesse Helms.

Helms, Betencourt and Mugabe

Sat, 05 Jul 2008 09:22:00 EDT

NPR Senior News Analyst Daniel Schorr weighs in on the week's news: Former Colombian presidential candidate Ingrid Betancourt was freed six years after being taken hostage by the Colombian rebel group FARC; Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe was re-elected; Democratic presidential hopeful Barack Obama said he was open to "refining" his Iraq policy, but wasn't shifting his stance on troop withdrawals; Republican presidential hopeful John McCain made significant changes in the top tier of his campaign staff; and former Sen. Jesse Helms (R-N.C.), died on July 4.

Looking Back on Jesse Helms' Life

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 18:14:00 EDT

Sen. No, as he was often called, "was a real throwback," says Merle Black, a professor of southern politics at Emory University. One of a select group of politicians who helped solidify Republican control in the South, he had a loyal constituency of working-class whites in North Carolina.

Remembering Sen. Jesse Helms

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 13:05:00 EDT

Jesse Helms' 30-year career in the U.S. Senate was marked by controversy and racial politics. The fierce advocate for segregation and a king maker in North Carolina politics died Friday at the age of 86.

Jesse Helms: Uncompromising Conservative

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 12:39:00 EDT

During his 30 consecutive years in the Senate, Jesse Helms was its most prominent conservative — and one who rarely shied away from a fight. The North Carolina Republican, nicknamed "Senator No," died Friday in his home state. He was 83.

Ex-Sen. Jesse Helms, Conservative Icon, Dies At 86

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 12:00:00 EDT

An icon of the conservative movement, former Republican Sen. Jesse Helms represented North Carolina in Congress for 30 consecutive years. He died Friday at the age of 86.

Sarkozy Takes Turn At Helm Of European Union

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 09:32:00 EDT

French President Nicolas Sarkozy takes control of the European Union for the next six months.

Charlton Heston: Film Icon, Conservative Activist

Sun, 06 Apr 2008 08:41:00 EDT

It's likely no other actor has been more identified with larger-than-life heroic and historical characters than Charlton Heston. The legendary actor, who died Saturday, was also a conservative political activist who spoke in favor of gun rights at the helm of the National Rifle Association.

Starbucks Plans New Drinks, New Discounts

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 06:00:00 EDT

Starbucks isn't selling as many cups of coffee as it once was. Enter former company CEO Howard Schultz, who is back at the helm of the coffee giant. To try to turn around sagging sales, he is making dramatic changes -- new machines, new prices and even new coffee.

Kevin Martin's Contentious Turn at Helm of FCC

Tue, 05 Feb 2008 17:19:00 EST

FCC Chairman Kevin Martin has come under fire from almost all quarters for the agenda he has set during his tenure at the commission. Does that mean he's doing something right? How is the chairman doing, and what have previous commissioners attempted and accomplished?

Jindal Takes Helm of Troubled Louisiana

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 16:15:00 EST

Bobby Jindal, Louisiana's new governor, takes over a state that's still struggling to recover from hurricanes Katrina and Rita. While Jindal handily won the governor's race, many are still leery of a government they think let them down after the storms.

Starbucks Fires CEO; Founder Returns to Helm

Tue, 08 Jan 2008 17:12:00 EST

With its stock price down sharply from a year ago, Starbucks has fired its CEO. Howard Schultz, the company's founder and chairman, will take over as chief executive. Starbucks executives say it's time to refocus on the customer experience. The company also plans to slow its domestic growth and shift resources to foreign expansion.

Ex-Treasury Chief Rubin Takes Helm at Citigroup

Mon, 05 Nov 2007 06:00:00 EST

When Robert Rubin takes over as Chairman of Citigroup he will be leaving what has been dubbed the best job in the world: chair of Citigroup's executive committee. He had no daily duties. As an advisor, he collected $150 million in cash and stock over eight years, and use of the corporate jet.

Andrews Makes History at Duke Med School

Sun, 02 Sep 2007 16:00:00 EDT

Dr. Nancy Andrews, the new dean of the Duke University School of Medicine, is the first woman at the helm of one of the nation's top medical schools. She talks about the challenges facing women in medicine and where medical education is headed.

The Roberts Court and the Role of Precedent

Tue, 03 Jul 2007 10:40:00 EDT

With new Chief Justice John Roberts at the helm of the U.S. Supreme Court and Justice Samuel Alito replacing Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, the direction of the court has changed. Both promised to honor precedent -- but in their first full term together they reversed a number of key precedents.

From Aircraft to Autos: Ford CEO Alan Mulally

Mon, 21 May 2007 14:24:00 EDT

Ford is in the midst of a major restructuring, closing plants and laying off workers. At the helm of the company is Alan Mulally, who played a key role in Boeing's turnaround but has no real experience in the auto industry. Is he up to the job?

'Marketplace' Report: Michael Dell's Return

Thu, 01 Feb 2007 13:00:00 EST

Michael Dell is back at the helm of Dell, the company he created in his college dorm room 22 years ago. Dell returns as the computer manufacturer struggles with disappointing earnings, an eroding market share and a federal accounting probe.

South Korean Diplomat Takes Helm at the U.N.

Tue, 16 Jan 2007 13:22:00 EST

United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon says the international body faces many challenges, but that he anticipates progress in Sudan and North Korea. He shares his thoughts on these conflicts, Iran and Iraq.

New U.N. Secretary General Has All the Right Moves

Sat, 30 Dec 2006 16:56:00 EST

The new man at the helm of the U.N. is a soft-spoken, mild-mannered diplomat, who seems to be working on his public persona. Meet Ban Ki-Moon, a longtime South Korean diplomat who has made all the right moves to get his new job as secretary general on the United Nations.

Eastwood Returns with 'Flags of Our Fathers'

Fri, 20 Oct 2006 09:55:00 EDT

At 76, actor and director Clint Eastwood is enjoying a Hollywood winning streak. He's helmed a string of accomplished, critically acclaimed movies in the last several years. In his latest film, opening in theaters Friday, he focuses his director's lens on one of the most famous moments of World War II: the flag-raising at Iwo Jima. Steve Inskeep talks to Eastwood about Flags of Our Fathers.

Fidel-Less Cuba at Helm of Non-Aligned Nations

Sat, 16 Sep 2006 08:00:00 EDT

Cuba will lead the Non-Aligned Movement for the next three years, but as leaders gather for a Havana summit, Raul Castro seems uncomfortable in a leading role. Foreign Minister Felipe Perez Roque is the government's new "internationalist."