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What would get you out of your car?

Wednesday, May 28, 2008

Join the discussion about "The Beauty Premium"... Do better looking people do better in life?

Tuesday, May 27, 2008

There's a premium on beauty. And it's not just social, it's economic. Some people can earn more because they have better teeth. Others earn more because they are taller. What's your experience? Join the discussion by clicking "get in the mix", by emailing mytake@thetakeaway.org, or by calling our SpinVox line at 1-877-8-MY-TAKE. And tune in Tuesday morning for Freakonomics author Stephen Dubner's assessment.

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Presidential Hot-or-Not: Would you pick these presidents over their vice presidents based on looks?

Monday, May 26, 2008

You'll see five pairs of portraits — one president and one vice president. Click on the one you think is the most attractive and we'll tell you if you picked the president. You do know your presidents, don't you?

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How have your travel plans changed this Memorial Day weekend?

Monday, May 26, 2008

High gas prices and new airline fees are making Americans think twice about travel. How have your plans changed this Memorial Day weekend? Share your story by clicking "get in the mix", by emailing mytake@thetakeaway.org, or by calling our SpinVox line at 1-877-8-MY-TAKE. Tune in Monday morning to hear what everyone else had to say.

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Slideshow: Jason Polan sketches The Takeaway

Thursday, May 22, 2008

Cartoonist Jason Polan wants to draw every person in New York City. He's sketched 500 New Yorkers so far, including the staff of The Takeaway in his Thursday morning visit.

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Airlines are charging for baggage. What do you think they'll make us pay for next?

Thursday, May 22, 2008

High gas prices are hurting carmakers and airlines too. Ford is cutting production of SUVs and trucks, while American is charging for checked luggage. On Friday's Takeaway, John and Adaora are asking what you would do if you were an airline executive. What's the next thing you would make travelers pay for? Share your story by clicking "get in the mix", by emailing mytake@thetakeaway.org, or by calling our SpinVox line at 1-877-8-MY-TAKE. Then, tune in Friday to hear what everyone else had to say.

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Airlines are charging for baggage. What will they make us pay for next?

Thursday, May 22, 2008

High gas prices are hurting carmakers and airlines too. Ford is cutting production of SUVs and trucks, while American is charging for checked luggage. On Friday's Takeaway, John and Adaora are asking what you would do if you were an airline executive. What's the next thing you would make travelers pay for? Share your story by clicking "get in the mix", by emailing mytake@thetakeaway.org, or by calling our SpinVox line at 1-877-8-MY-TAKE. Then, tune in Friday to hear what everyone else had to say.

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Question of the day: In a dream world... I would get paid to _________

Wednesday, May 21, 2008

Cartoonist Jason Polan wants to draw you. And everyone else in New York City. And he'll do it for free. On Thursday's Takeaway, John and Adaora are talking about your unpaid passions. What do you wish you could be paid to do? Share your story by clicking "get in the mix", by emailing mytake@thetakeaway.org, or by calling our SpinVox line at 1-877-8-MY-TAKE. Then, tune in Thursday to hear what everyone else had to say.

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Poll: Your favorite candidate sound bites

Tuesday, May 20, 2008

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Guest blogger Robert Buchanan: Saving the polar bear is one part of global stewardship

Tuesday, May 20, 2008

"During the 4.5 billion years that this planet has been in existence, 99 percent of the species that have ever lived are now extinct. To think that humans are not in the crosshairs of extinction would be naïve. And to think that humans cannot overcome this challenge is equally naïve."

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Question of the day: When gas reaches $5 a gallon I will no longer ___________

Tuesday, May 20, 2008

By Adaora Udoji / John Hockenberry

Gas is now averaging $3.80 a gallon. John and Adaora are talking about how your habits have changed and how they might change as prices continue to rise. When gas reaches $5 a gallon I will no longer ___________. Share your story by clicking "get in the mix", by emailing mytake@thetakeaway.org, or by calling our SpinVox line at 1-877-8-MY-TAKE. Then, tune in Tuesday to hear what everyone else had to say.

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Question of the day: Write a Tuesday-night speech-closing line for Clinton, McCain or Obama

Monday, May 19, 2008

Tuesday brings the Kentucky and Oregon primaries, and the shape of both the Democratic and Republican campaigns is changing day by day. What do you think one of the three remaining candidates might say in their Tuesday night speech? What should they say that they aren't? Share your answer by clicking "get in the mix", by emailing mytake@thetakeaway.org, or by calling our SpinVox line at 1-877-8-MY-TAKE. Then, tune in Tuesday to hear what everyone else had to say.

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Takeaway culture critic Mary Elizabeth Williams: What's left for viewers when networks downsize the upfront?

Friday, May 16, 2008

By Mary Elizabeth Williams : Culture Critic

I've seen the future of television, and its name is Ian Ziering...

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Monday's question of the day: What are the contradictions in your life?

Friday, May 16, 2008

By Adaora Udoji / John Hockenberry

Do you need a cigarette after telling the kids not to smoke? Or are you a New Yorker with an SUV? What are the contradictions in your life? Share your answer by clicking "get in the mix", by emailing mytake@thetakeaway.org, or by calling our SpinVox line at 1-877-8-MY-TAKE.

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Question of the day: Myanmar's military is blocking aid. What should the United States do?

Thursday, May 15, 2008

By Adaora Udoji / John Hockenberry

Up to 2.5 million Burmese were "severely affected" by last week's cyclone, but the ruling military junta is blocking the aid they need. What's the United States to do? What should we do? Share your ideas by clicking "get in the mix", by emailing mytake@thetakeaway.org, or by calling our SpinVox line at 1-877-8-MY-TAKE.

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Guest Blogger David Wall Rice: White Morehouse valedictorian not "slumming it"

Thursday, May 15, 2008

By David Wall Rice : Takeaway Contributor

Morehouse College, the nation's only all-male historically black college, has selected a white student as its valedictorian for the first time. David Wall Rice is a graduate of Morehouse and now an assistant professor in the Department of Psychology.

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Question of the day: My day is not complete until I've _____ed online

Wednesday, May 14, 2008

By Adaora Udoji / John Hockenberry

Facebook profiles, Wikipedia entries and millions of blogs about politics and technology and cats. We know you make them, but which Web sites command your time and contributions? Share your story by clicking "get in the mix", by emailing mytake@thetakeaway.org, or by calling our SpinVox line at 1-877-8-MY-TAKE. Then, ...

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Your photos: The cubicle turns 40

Tuesday, May 13, 2008

By Adam Hirsch : Web Producer

In 1968, an entrepreneur named Bob Propst was the first person to sell cubicles to American businesses. Forty years later, Propst's invention defines the workplace. Click here to watch the slideshow of your cubicle pictures.

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Guest blogger Vincent Williams: The end of the world... yawn

Tuesday, May 13, 2008

By Vincent Williams : Guest Contributor

The world is looking like it’s about to end at any moment, there’s no zeitgeist that seems to suggest anyone is that worried. What’s the deal with that?

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Question of the day: What’s on your personal endangered list?

Monday, May 12, 2008

The polar bear could be declared an endangered species within a few days. But we want to know what’s on your personal endangered list. Sleep? Reading? Time with the kids? Time away from the kids? Leave your comment by clicking "get in the mix", by emailing mytake@thetakeaway.org, or by calling our SpinVox line at 1-877-8-MY-TAKE. Tune in Tuesday morning to hear what others had to say.

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