I am incredibly distressed to hear that Worldview is being cancelled. There is absolutely NOTHING LIKE IT on radio. I have heard:
• Amazing interviews on political situations in various parts of the world
• Stories of social justice activism (and some are people who are once removed from me)
• A quirky story on the different kinds of bitters in Italy (I had occasion to refer to it in a recent conversation and this program probably aired over a year ago!)
• Interesting conversations on recycling.
• Musical groups from around the world perform and explain their music and instruments.
• Conversations on weekend events with an international flavor.McDonnell has gradually built that program to what I think of as a marriage between high-quality guests and programs married to community activism. WHO ELSE DOES THAT???
His social justice activism Thursdays have brought together people who now work together. I have attended an event at UIC for the sale of fair trade products.
McDonnell has gradually built that program to what I think of as a marriage between high-quality guests and programs married to community activism. WHO ELSE DOES THAT???
His social justice activism Thursdays have brought together people who now work together. I have attended an event at UIC for the sale of fair trade products.
While I’m delighted he will still have a job at WBEZ and will no doubt do it well, a show on environmental issues will not supplant the program that he so beautifully constructed.
PLEASE DO NOT CANCEL WORLDVIEW.
Jacqueline (Jackie) Kirley
Past President, Working Women’s History Project