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Hart covers what writers in this genre need to know, from understanding story theory and structure, to mastering point of view and such basic elements as scene, action, and character, to drafting, revising, and editing work for publication. Revealing the stories behind the stories, Hart brings listeners into the process of developing nonfiction narratives by sharing tips, anecdotes, and recommendations he forged during his decades-long career in journalism.

With all the noise created by a 24/7 news cycle, it can be hard to really grasp what's going on in politics today. We provide a fresh perspective on the biggest political stories not through opinion and anecdotes, but rigorous scholarship, massive data sets and a deep knowledge of theory. Understand the political science beyond the headlines with Harris School of Public Policy Professors William Howell, Anthony Fowler and Wioletta Dziuda. Our show is part of the University of Chicago Podcast Network.

Tauchen Sie - unter der kundigen Führung eines ansässigen Künstlers - ein in die pulsierende Atmosphäre Chicagos und genießen Sie berühmte Gerichte sowie die lebhafte Kunstszene. Was bedeutet der Begriff „Nationales Kulturjuwel“ für Sie? In der Diskussionsrunde stellen Mitglieder des Spotlight-Teams ihre Lieblingsorte, -personen oder -objekte vor. Außerdem spricht eine Expertin für Beziehungsprobleme aus Irland über Strategien für eine gesündere Ehe und erforscht die Herausforderungen einer Scheidung. Englisch lernen mit Spotlight Audio.

Eve L. Ewing knows Chicago Public Schools from the inside: as a student, then a teacher, and now a scholar who studies them. And that perspective has shown her that public schools are not buildings full of failures - they're an integral part of their neighborhoods, at the heart of their communities, storehouses of history and memory that bring people together. Never was that role more apparent than in 2013 when Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced an unprecedented wave of school closings.

Chezare A. Warren chronicles the transition of a cohort of young Black males from Urban Prep Charter Academy for Young Men to their early experiences in higher education. A rich and closely observed account of a mission-driven school and its students, Urban Preparation makes a significant contribution to our understanding of how young males of color can best be served in schools throughout the United States today.

College campuses have become flashpoints of the current culture war and, consequently, much ink has been spilled over the relationship between universities and the cultivation or coddling of young American minds. Philosopher Sigal R. Ben-Porath takes head-on arguments that infantilize students who speak out against violent and racist discourse on campus or rehash interpretations of the First Amendment. Ben-Porath sets out to demonstrate the role of the university in American society and, specifically, how it can model free speech in ways that promote democratic ideals.

Welcome to The Faithful Exchange: Uniting Chicago's Voices of Faith podcast!We're here to help you connect with God and discover the power of faith in your life.Join us as we explore the truth found in God's Word and its relevance to our everyday experiences. Our mission is to foster a vibrant community of believers in Chicago and the Midwest, with sound teaching and meaningful discussions.Sponsored by The Chicago Church Media team, The Faithful Exchange offers a safe and welcoming space for you to engage in conversations that matter. We believe that by embracing God's Word as our guide, we ...