Pew Poll On Religion; Aging; John McCain's visit to California; Vice Presidential Vetting; White Protestant Nation
Pew Poll On Religion
Larry Mantle takes calls from listeners about a new poll from the Pew Forum on Religion and Public Life about Americans' attitudes regarding religion and belief in God.
Aging
Leading scientists in the field of stem cell research will be gathering at UCLA this Friday, June 27, to discuss how regenerative medicine can combat aging. At the program "Aging 2008," hosted by The Methuselah Foundation, researchers will also talk about the sociological implications of developing this form of medicine. Larry speaks with guest Aubrey de Grey, chairman and chief science officer of The Methuselah Foundation.
John McCain's visit to California
Larry talks with KPCC reporter Frank Stoltze about Presidential candidate John McCain's visit to California and his discussion about energy.
Vice Presidential Vetting
Larry Mantle and his guests David Paul Kuhn, Senior Political Reporter for Politico, and Douglas Brinkley, Presidential Historian and Professor of history at Rice University discuss the process by which Vice Presidential candidates are vetted.
White Protestant Nation
In his book, "White Protestant Nation," author Allan J. Lichtman tells the story of the political conservative movement in America, beginning at the turn of the 20th century. From WWI to William F. Buckley, Lichtman explains what spurs a swing to the conservative. Larry talks to Lichtman about his findings and the questions still left open about the history of the right wing.