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Episode #781 - October 27th, 2014
The film "The Homestretch" is coming to the Browning Cinema, we'll get details. Then, we'll hear about a Halloween Chemistry Magic Show this Wednesday hosted by the Saint Mary's College Science Department. Michael Wells, Clyde Riley and Babette Boling tell us about a show called Horns a Plenty. Finally, Our tech guru, John Hanlon reviews the newest cell phone from Verizon, the Moto X.
Original Airdate: October 27, 2014

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    The Homestretch
    Christina McGovern, Mike Hebbeler More Information
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    "The Homestretch" is a film that highlights the stories of three homeless teenagers in Chicago. It shines a light on the reasons young people can become homeless, the dangers they face on the streets and the daily struggle for survival. The film is being shown Friday, November 7th at Browning Cinema at Notre Dame. Christina McGovern and Mike Hebbeler talk about the movie, and why they've brought to Notre Dame and how it is being used as a teaching tool. www.performingarts.nd.edu or to watch the trailer go to www.HomeStretchdoc.com/trailer

    Guests

    1. Christina McGovernYouth Service Bureau of St. Joseph Co.
    2. Mike HebbelerCenter for Social ConcernsUniversity of Notre Dame

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    Halloween Chemistry Magic Show
    Sam Moorhead, Jenny Connell More Information
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    Saint Mary's College Science Department is hosting a Halloween Chemistry Magic Show this Wednesday, October 29th at Rice Commons in the Student Center at 7:30pm. The event is free and open to the public, but really aimed at kids, and costumes are encouraged. Two Saint Mary's chemistry students, Sam Moorhead and Jenny Connell show Gordy a few hands-on magic tricks that will be performed at the show.

    Guests

    1. Sam MoorheadStudent from Saint Mary's CollegeHalloween Chemistry Magic Show
    2. Jenny ConnellStudent from Saint Mary's CollegHalloween Chemistry Magic Show

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    Horns a Plenty
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    Michael Wells, Clyde Riley and Babette Boling tell Gordy about an upcoming show called Horns a Plenty which will come to the Lerner Theatre in Elkhart November 1st. 100% of the proceeds are going to the Tolson Community Center and the Elkhart Education Foundation. For details and ticket information: www.thelerner.com

    Guests

    1. Michael WellsHorns a PlentyThe Lerner Theatre, Elkhart
    2. Clyde RileyHorns a PlentyThe Lerner Theatre, Elkhart
    3. Babette BolingHorns a PlentyThe Lerner Theatre, Elkhart

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    John Hanlon
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    Our tech guru, John Hanlon reviews the newest cell phone from Verizon, the Moto X. He demonstrates some of the features of the phone and show why they may be useful to the average user.

    Guests

    1. John HanlonTechnology Bloggerhttp://www.jhanlon.net

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