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KGOU Names Kurt Gwartney News Director
 KGOU has placed the reins of the News Department into the capable hands of Kurt Gwartney, effective January 1, 2009, following the departure of Scott Gurian. Scott is moving back home to New Jersey to take care of some family obligations.
Kurt has been KGOU's Operations Manager and Public Service Director since September 2005. He has also been the local voice in Morning Edition, and will continue in that capacity in his new position as well. Kurt brings his many years of news experience to his new post, and we expect more great news coverage under his leadership.
'Auld Lang Syne' with the Capitol Steps
Should old acquaintance be forgot? Not until the Capitol Steps get a crack at it! Their annual year’s end awards ceremony parody features new categories this year: “Worst Use of a Plumber by a Politician (since Nixon)”, “Best Shade of Lipstick for a Pig” and “Most Creative Excuse to Buy $150,000 Worth of Clothes.”
KGOU offers three opportunities to listen: Sunday, December 28, 2008 ~ 11:00am - NoonThe complete list of all the holiday specials on KGOU is on our programming page. Save the Date!
KGOU and Untitled [Artspace] present an evening of memorable audio on January 23 beginning at 6 p.m. This is a followup to an event KGOU hosted last March in conjunction with the Third Coast International Audio Festival. This Listening Room event will feature a diverse selection of documentary audio work and sound art, and the opportunity for audience members to offer their opinions and insights. Such events have been described as a book club for radio.
KGOU Listening Room Event in January The event will be hosted by KGOU Program Director Jim Johnson and local audio artist Jon Mooneyham, and will include work by former News Director Scott Gurian, as well as producers and artists from around the world. Make plans to join us January 23 at Untitled [Artspace]!
Highlights from the Networks:
Oklahoma Republicans Shift Political Expectations
In the presidential election, Oklahoma voted red – so red, in fact, that NPR's Linda Wertheimer visited Durant to learn more about how voters there see the issues. Hear the story and view NPR's map of Oklahoma to see how your county voted, plus read comments from other listeners (most of them Oklahomans) or write your own, all at NPR.org.
The 'Buyology' Behind The Way We Shop
 When you walk into the store to do your holiday shopping this season, what will influence you? Are you really in control? Brand expert Martin Lindstrom says companies have been marketing directly to your subconscious. His new book is Buyology: Truth and Lies About Why We Buy. Read an excerpt at NPR.org.
Dogs Understand Fairness, Get Jealous, Study Finds
 A new study suggests that dogs experience jealous feelings and become resentful if they think another dog is getting a better deal. If canines sense unfair treatment, they're likely to become less cooperative, researchers found. This story from Morning Edition December 9 ranked high on the most e-mailed stories list – you can listen again and pass it on!
Chemist Divulges How To Bake The Perfect Cookie
The holidays mean high baking season. And to avoid cookie disappointment — or disaster — cookie connoisseurs may want to get acquainted with food scientist Shirley Corriher.
In her new book Bakewise: The Hows and Whys of Successful Baking, Corriher has solutions for common cookie complaints. You can read her tips and get her recipe for Chocolate Crinkle Cookies (pictured) at NPR.org.
Holidays at the Multiplex – Feast or Famine?
Whether your movie tastes run toward lighter or heavier fare, NPR's movie critics have the scoop on holiday releases. Read their reviews and vote for your favorite movies of the year at NPR.org.
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