Saturday, November 11, 2006

Second Saturday Magainze (Nov. 11)

Bob Johnson - Second Saturday Magazine Saturday, November 11th, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. time: 10:00 AM message: Best-selling British author of “Fingerprints of the Gods”, Graham Hancok discusses his new book, “Supernatural”. With his recent offering, Hancock postulates that humans have always have been in contact with beings from a third realm. From “Sub Rosa” magazine; “There’s something for everyone interested in the ‘alternative’ genres – archaeology and anthropology, religion and mythology, shamanism and altered states, UFOlogy and alien abduction.” url: http://www.grahamhancock.com/supernatural/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------- time: 10:30 AM message: 10:30AM John Stauber and Shelton Rampton are the best-selling authors of “Weapons of Mass Deception,” John Stauber will talk about their new book,“The Best War Ever”. From the web site: “We have met the enemy—and it's our own PR machine... Repeatedly, when faced with predictions of problems, policy makers dismissed the warnings of Iraq experts, choosing instead to promulgate their own version of the war through conservative media outlets and PR campaigns... [They're] still doing it—as the people who sold us the war in Iraq are now trying to sell an expansion into Syria and Iran.” url: http://www.prwatch.org/tbwe/index.html --------------------------------------------------------------------------- time: 11:30 AM message: 11:30AM Maureen Petrosky author of “The Wine Club” (rescheduled from October 14th). Take a break, visit friends, open a bottle or two. Petrosky’s book is a fun read and a practical guide to understanding the subtle joys of fine wine. The book includes some great appetizer recipes, too. url: http://www.maureenpetrosky.com/index.html --------------------------------------------------------------------------- time: 12 Noon message: Craig Morris author and journalist Morris first published “Energy Switch” is his home country Germany. The book examines the future of a sustainable world economy. From the publisher of the English translation: “A renewable energy leader two decades ago, the US now lags behind Germany and Japan. “Energy Switch” pays special attention to Europe's success, especially that of Germany, exploring what can be learned from their experience. It asks whether a mix of renewables is feasible as a major source of energy, at what cost, with what drawbacks, and in what time period.” url: http://www.newsociety.com/bookid/3919 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- time: 12:30 PM message: Carlene Cross “Fleeing Fundamentalism”. The smarmy underbelly of organized US Fundamentalist religions, seldom reported, is exposed in this courageous memoir. From her web site: “Carlene looks back at her life and marriage to a charismatic young man who appeared destined for greatness as a minister within the Fundamentalist church. Alongside the personal story, she examines the history and tactics of today’s Religious Right. But in the end, she sets out to make peace with her past in a story of escape, survival and forgiveness.” url: http://www.carlenecross.com/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------- ime: 1:00 PM message: Katherine Gibson the author of “Pause” is a life-management expert and best-selling author. Her work has been translated into several languages. While traveling the world she met people from all walks of life and different cultures who shared their way of life with her. These experiences helped Katherine develop a recipe for living calmly in today's chaotic times. url: http://www.katherinegibson.com/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------- time: 1:30 PM message: Frank Warren author of “My Secret” is our guest. His blog and previous book is called Post Secret. From his publisher...“Postsecret.com founder Frank Warren is back with a fresh and compelling companion... [and] Los Angeles Times bestseller, “Post Secret”... Warren has personally selected never-before-seen anonymous postcards created by teens and college students from across the country. Each card bears an intimate and powerful secret—at turns inspirational, shocking, hilarious, and poetic—that is told through original illustrations, photographs, collages, and other creative means. “ url: http://postsecret.blogspot.com/ Technorati tags: , , , , ,