Reverbiage: Stories from NPR tagged 'inviting'

Rewriting The Bible One Verse, One Mile At A Time

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 06:00:00 EST

Long ago, it was considered revolutionary to have a copy of the Bible written in the common language of the people. The world's leading Bible publisher is taking that idea further. Representatives of the publisher are travelling across the country in a big bus, inviting people to help write a new edition of the Bible, one verse at a time.

Neil Halstead: Warm, Inviting And Pastoral

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 17:28:00 EDT

Halstead has gone from making warm, fuzzy, distorted noise in Slowdive to dusty Americana in Mojave 3. Now on his own, he plays music with a stunning yet carefree style. Here, he shares his acoustic sound in a session from KEXP.

Ferris Wheel Among Plans To Boost Baghdad Tourism

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:00:00 EDT

Iraq's tourism board aims to promote Baghdad as a fun place to be. There are already plans for a six-star hotel on the Tigris River, golf courses — and now a Ferris wheel. It's inviting proposals for the "Baghdad Eye," which it wants to be taller than the largest Ferris wheel in Europe, the London Eye.

Parties Test New Methods In Writing Platforms

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 06:00:00 EDT

The political parties are trying new methods for writing their platforms this year. The Republicans are going all digital, inviting comments via YouTube and message boards. Meanwhile, the Democrats have embraced the Obama camp's fondness for caucuses — they'll hold 1,400 platform-writing meetings in living rooms and community centers around the country. Both camps say they're making the platform-writing process more democratic — to an extent.

Sera Cahoone: Tiny Desk Concert

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 10:21:00 EDT

Sera Cahoone got her start playing drums for a few widely adored bands in the Pacific Northwest, most notably Band of Horses and the spell-checker-defying Carissa's Wierd. But her self-titled, self-released 2006 album marked her as a fully formed talent — a warm and inviting singer whose songs convey world-weariness and homespun grace. Cahoone stopped by the NPR offices to perform a few songs at the desk of All Songs Considered host Bob Boilen.

J.K. Rowling Addresses Harvard Grads; Some Gripe

Fri, 06 Jun 2008 06:00:00 EDT

J.K. Rowling gave the commencement address at Harvard on Thursday. While some graduates were giddy to hear from the Harry Potter author, others grumbled. They noted that Harvard is known for inviting heavy hitters, like Bill Gates, to address students.

Nashville Hotel Offers 'Redneck Package'

Thu, 05 Jun 2008 06:00:00 EDT

The Country Music Association's annual festival officially begins Thursday in Nashville, and one boutique hotel is inviting fans to "live local." The Hotel Preston is offering what they call the "Redneck Package." It includes complimentary pork rinds and a six-pack of Pabst Blue Ribbon beer.

'Worst Director in the World' Goes 'Postal'

Thu, 22 May 2008 08:47:00 EDT

German filmmaker Uwe Boll still can't grasp why he's drawn such a negative title. He takes his fight with critics seriously; even inviting them to a boxing match. His latest movie will go up against Indiana Jones this weekend.

Burial: Beautiful Dread, Inviting and Sinister

Tue, 20 May 2008 07:53:00 EDT

Burial's "Ghost Hardware" features a warm Middle Eastern vocal hook, along with a clipped soul-singer sample featuring the words "love you" that hints at a desire for warmth and connection. But the crackly lo-fi production, the fall-off-a-cliff bass line, and nervous drums invoke existential terror.

Donkey Basketball a Skill Few Have Mastered

Sun, 16 Mar 2008 10:29:00 EDT

Sick and tired of bake sales to raise money for school projects? Try donkey basketball. Schools around the country are inviting the braying animals to put on a show in the school gymnasium. But not everyone thinks the donkeys are having as good a time as the fans.

Detroit Museum Accused of "Dumbing Down" Art

Tue, 27 Nov 2007 13:00:00 EST

The Detroit Institute of Arts, which owns one of the most significant collections in the world, has reopened after finishing its 158-million-dollar renovation. The museum is trying to make the art more inviting, but not everyone likes their approach.

From Norway with Love, a Warm and Inviting Voice

Wed, 17 Oct 2007 10:28:00 EDT

The music on 21-year-old Norwegian Susanne Sundfor's "Walls" brings to mind a Scandinavian combination of Carole King and Rufus Wainwright. Sundfor's voice is as elastic as it is fervent, mixing an R&B belter's passion with a '70s folkie's sense of melody.

Diddy's Search for Aide Goes Slowly

Tue, 31 Jul 2007 06:00:00 EDT

Hip-hop impresario P. Diddy is still inviting applications for a personal assistant job -- and using the Web phenomenon YouTube to do it. But after an initial posting, Diddy has returned with pointed advice for the many hopefuls.

Scott Matthews: Inviting Lofty Comparisons

Mon, 23 Jul 2007 16:32:00 EDT

Frequently (and justifiably) compared to a cross between Jeff Buckley and Nick Drake, English singer-songwriter Scott Matthews crafts an endlessly listenable blend of folk, rock and blues.

House Passes College Loan Bill, Inviting Veto Threat

Wed, 11 Jul 2007 16:00:00 EDT

The House of Representatives has approved the College Cost Reduction Act, which will cut subsidies to lenders and limit loan interest for students. The White House has threatened to veto the legislation, saying it creates too much new spending and will hurt student borrowers in the long run.

FBI Asks Rights Groups for Input on Subpoena Rules

Fri, 27 Apr 2007 16:07:00 EDT

FBI Director Robert Mueller is inviting civil liberties groups to comment on new guidelines for National Security Letters. The agency can use these special subpoenas without a court order Â� but a recent report found it has widely misused them.

Fort Dix Holds Jobs Fair for Wounded Soldiers

Thu, 01 Mar 2007 16:28:00 EST

The Pentagon is inviting soldiers wounded in Iraq to job fairs around the country where they can look for employers who will accommodate their disabilities. It's part of a program called Hiring Heroes.

U.S. Will Talk with Iran, Syria About Iraqi Stability

Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:54:00 EST

The Iraqi government is inviting ambassadors from Iran and Syria to discuss security in Iraq, says Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice. The surprise announcement came as Rice spoke on Capitol Hill with Defense Secretary Robert Gates about new funds for U.S. efforts in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Business in Russia: Like Pulling Teeth

Mon, 21 Aug 2006 16:00:00 EDT

In post-Communist Russia, foreigners who try to run their own small businesses face many challenges. Once an inviting destination for American entrepreneurs, Russia has proved to be a tough place to do business. It is an environment rife with government corruption, crooked business partners and gangsters.

Mason Jennings: Pop with Grace and Class

Tue, 13 Jun 2006 15:22:00 EDT

Singer/songwriter Mason Jennings is a storyteller first and foremost, but he also combines folk, blues and rock with subtle, effortless grace. Alternately backed by a band and accompanied only by his own guitar, Jennings' acoustic pop songs are honest, intimate and inviting.

Rock With a Warm Heart and a Blue Collar

Thu, 30 Mar 2006 10:43:34 EST

One of the few bands to improve with every album, Centro-Matic makes room-filling country-pop that's been winning converts for more than a decade. In "Patience for the Ride," Will Johnson's gravelly, intimate voice sounds warm and inviting -- a perfect complement to the fuzzy classic-rock guitars.