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1531. Uncle Josh on the radio

Description:
Byron G. Harlan performs as Cal Stewart's character Uncle Josh in "Uncle Josh on the radio."
Date Issued:
1922-01-01T00:00:00Z
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Michigan State University. Libraries
Collection:
G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection

1532. U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt addresses a special session of the U.S. Congress

Description:
U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt addresses a special session of the U.S. Congress making his case for modifying the Neutrality Act to allow for arms trading with belligerent nations (Great Britain and France) on a cash-and-carry basis, thus in effect ending the arms embargo.
Date Issued:
1939-09-21T00:00:00Z
Data Provider:
Michigan State University. Libraries
Collection:
G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection

1533. Michigan folk music icon Bob Blackman talks about the folk music genre and the history of music

Description:
Michigan folk music icon Bob Blackman talks about the folk music genre, how it has been defined and marketed, its roots, history, many forms, and commercial success. Blackman focuses on Anglo-American music with its Celtic roots and explains the origins of the music. He also describes how the music has evolved over centuries and uses lyrics and numerous musical excerpts to demonstrate his points. Blackman answers questions from the audience. Blackman is introduced by Michigan State University Librarian Jane Arnold. Part of the Michigan State University Libraries' Colloquia Series. Held in the MSU Main Library.
Date Issued:
2004-04-01T00:00:00Z
Data Provider:
Michigan State University. Libraries
Collection:
G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection

1534. Poet Anita Skeen reads her selected works at the Michigan Writers Series

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Poet and Michigan State University Professor Anita Skeen reads from her book "Outside the fold, outside the frame" and the manuscript of her book "The resurrection of the animals". She also answers questions from the audience. Part of the Michigan State University Libraries' Michigan Writers Series.
Date Issued:
1999-09-10T00:00:00Z
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Michigan State University. Libraries
Collection:
G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection

1535. U.S. President Barack Obama addresses the United Nations General Assembly in New York City

Description:
President Obama addresses the United Nations General Assembly in New York City. He outlines a global response to combating the the radical group Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) and says he will continue to work with a broad coalition to "dismantle this network of death." He insists the U.S. will not put troops on the ground but instead work with local authorities. Obama acknowledges that the U.S. continues to work through its own racial and ethnic tensions, citing the preceding summer conflict in Ferguson, Missouri, between police and the African-American community. He also speaks briefly about other global issues, mentioning Russia's intervention in Ukraine, the Ebola outbreak in West Africa, and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Date Issued:
2014-09-24T00:00:00Z
Data Provider:
Michigan State University. Libraries
Collection:
G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection

1536. Getting closer

Description:
Israeli photographer Natan Dvir delivers a talk entitled "Getting Closer: Understanding the 'Other.'" Dvir talks about using photography as a means to explore the power of religious and political beliefs. Dvir describes his project entitled "Eighteen" as an "artistic point of contact serving as an invitation to get closer..." Dvir describes the situations in which his photos were captured and what they portray. He explains how he achieved a unique access to Palestinian communities and succeeded in breaking down some barriers. Dvir answers questions from the audience. MSU Librarian Deborah J. Margolis convenes the event. MSU Professor of Journalism Howard Bossen introduces Dvir. Part of the MSU Libraries' Colloquia Series. Held at the MSU Main Library.
Date Issued:
2014-10-21T00:00:00Z
Data Provider:
Michigan State University. Libraries
Collection:
G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection

1537. Interview of Irene Collier, administrative professional for the Christman Company in Lansing, Michigan, about her duties on the project to renovate, restore, and construct new portions of the Snyder-Phillips Halls complex to house the new Residential College in the Arts and Humanities (RCAH) on the campus of Michigan State University

Description:
Irene Collier, administrative professional for the Christman Company in Lansing, Michigan, talks about her duties on the project to renovate, restore, and construct new portions of the Snyder-Phillips Halls complex to house the new Residential College in the Arts and Humanities (RCAH) on the campus of Michigan State University. Collier explains Christman's role as general contractor, the complexity of the project, and the challenges of coordinating the schedules of thirty different subcontractors. She also talks about a dispute over using a non-union contractor, prevailing wage requirements, and how it feels to be the lone female working on the project.
Date Issued:
2007-07-18T00:00:00Z
Data Provider:
Michigan State University. Libraries
Collection:
G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection

1538. U.S. President Donald Trump speaks at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation CEO Summit in Da Nang, Vietnam

Description:
U.S. President Donald Trump delivers a speech at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) CEO Summit. Trump advocates for economic nationalism and highlights trade practices which he claims have harmed American workers. Held in Da Nang, Vietnam.
Date Issued:
2017-11-07T00:00:00Z
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Michigan State University. Libraries
Collection:
G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection

1539. White House Ramadan observance

Description:
President Donald Trump hosts a Ramadan Iftar dinner at the White House and says that Iftar is a sacred tradition of one of the world's great religions. He recognizes the guests and reflects on a speech he made while in the Middle East.
Date Issued:
2018-06-06T00:00:00Z
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Michigan State University. Libraries
Collection:
G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection

1540. Interview of Sheila Teahan, former Michigan State Univeristy Faculty Grievance Official

Description:
Sheila Teahan, professor of English at Michigan State University, recounts her time as MSU Faculty Grievance Official (FGO). Teahan talks about the advisability of the job being half-time, former FGOs, how the Faculty Grievance Policy works and how the FGP is currently operating since President Lou Anna Simon resigned. She also talks about a grievance settlement which was overturned by president Simon, describes a copyright ownership dispute between a faculty member and the MSU Board of Trustees and says that she is frustrated that MSU faculty are not represented by a labor union. Teahan is interviewed by John Revitte, MSU professor emeritus of Labor and Industrial Relations and a former MSU FGO.
Date Issued:
2018-10-02T00:00:00Z
Data Provider:
Michigan State University. Libraries
Collection:
G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection