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Pastor nixes Quran-burning, claims NYC mosque deal


The anti-Muslim leader of a tiny Florida church backed off his threat to burn the Quran, defusing an international firestorm Thursday after he said he was promised that a planned Islamic center and mosque would be moved away from New York's ground zero.

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Recipe of the WeekCrispy Potato Kugel with Rosemary & Fried Shallots


Crisp on top, melting soft in the center, and imbued with herbs, garlic and shallots, this is Melissa Clark's mother's favorite kugel recipe.  She cooks it in a skillet, searing the bottom on the stove for maximun crunch! 

 

A 16 Year Old True Spirit


Jessica Watson, Author: True Spirit joined John Gambling to discuss her fantastic voyage sailing around world. The  Australian 16-year-old is the youngest person to sail solo, unassisted and non-stop around the world and  On May 15th, 2010, after 210 days at sea and more than 22,000 nautical miles, she sailed her 10 meter boat back to land.

9-11 Christian Center at Ground Zero Opens


Pastor Bill Keller, leader of the world's largest interactive Christian website for 11 years, Liveprayer.com, opened  his new 9-11 Christian Center at Ground Zero in NYC this past Sunday with a fiery opening message to a crowd of apx 40 people, along with a contingent of over 30 local, national, and international press. Keller told John that there is no Biblical support for burning the Koran and this is just a public stunt.

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Steven and Conar McDonald


July 12th, 1986 was the day that detective Steven McDonald was tragically shot in the line of duty and left a quadriplegic. At the time his wife Patricia Ann was pregnant with their son, Conor who next week will become a member of the newest police academy class.  On Wednesday June 30th, 2010 Steve Malzberg interviewed both Steven and his son Conor on his radio show to talk about Conor becoming a member of New York's Finest.

Loss Weight and Feel Better with the F-Factor Diet


In her thriving private practice, nutritionist Tanya Zuckerbrot has spent more than a decade working with busy, successful clients who want and need to lose weight. To help her clients ditch the fad diets-and the extra weight-she developed a plan that redefines fiber for a new generation and achieves the weight loss.  here is your sneak peak on how to get started! 

Todd Bridges' Road to Survival


“Todd is one of the lucky ones,” says Joan Hamburg on WOR’s The Joan Hamburg Show. “Because he came through the other side of the hell-hole.” After claiming a life as child star Willis Jackson on America’s favorite 1970’s sitcom Diff’rent Strokes and adoring roles in Little House on the Prairie, The Waltons and Roots, Todd Bridges took a bone-chilling tumble down a dark road of drug addiction, jail, and living with an abusive...

Go Green to Save Green


It isn’t as difficult as you may think to go green and save money on household appliances and products. From showerheads and toilets to cookware, flooring and even paint, Deputy Editor of ShopSmart (from the publishers of Consumer Reports) Sue Perry makes it even easier for consumers and tests out the best eco-friendly items that really work and won’t cost you extra.

Mission Accomplished?


"Mission Accomplished", the gaffe made by President Bush aboard the Aircraft Carrier Abraham Lincoln in 2003 will not be apart of President Barack Obama's address about the end of combat operations in Iraq to Americans tonight. As Mr. Obama addresses the nation, Vice President Joe Biden has a twofold mission during his visit to Baghdad. He'll oversee the formal end to U.S. combat operations in Iraq. And Biden will encourage political leaders to seat a new government. There's been a stalemate since March, when parliamentary elections failed to produce a clear winner. Richard Engel, NBC News Chief Foreign Correspondent previews what the President will say on The John Gambling Show.

NJ Loses Out On Race To The Top Money


Call it Race to the Flop. New Jersey has missed out on the second round of the Race to the Top money – and although Governor Chris Christie says he accepts responsibility for an error on an application that may be to blame for the state losing out on a federal education reform grant, Dr. Richard Bozza, Ed. D., Executive Director, New Jersey Association of School Administrators told John Gambling that when the governor rejected the compromises made between Department of Education Commissioner Bret Schundler and the teachers union at the 11th hour, we believe our chances to receive funding were reduced significantly.

Egg Recall!


Following numerous recalls ranging from cars to medicines, it is time for even the eggs. Consumers are advised to be aware of massive egg recall with an expectation that might be infected with salmonella. Nearly 228 million eggs produced in Galt, Iowa by Wright County Egg will be recalled. These eggs have been distributed to wholesalers and food service companies across the country.

King: Gov. To Help Relocate Mosque?


It all started with the John Gambling Show yesterday morning at 6:40 AM...After an impromptu stop over on The John Gambling Show to discuss the proposed Mosque near the WTC site, Congressman Peter King received a phone call from none other than NY Governor David Paterson. Mr. Paterson said that he heard the congressman on the John Gambling Show and called him to discuss possible alternate locations for the Park51 Islamic cultural center and mosque. Mr. Paterson, who last week suggested that a group proposing to build an Islamic center and mosque near Ground Zero might want to consider a different location, will meet soon with the developers, a spokesman from The Governor's office said.
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Joan?s travel tips for Venice and Greece


Here are a couple of thoughts for those who may by traveling to Venice and Greece.We stayed at the Bauer II Palazzo Hotel phone: 39 041 520 7022.  We loved the hotel - perfect location, old world charm with every modern amenity  Our favorite meal suggestions came from friends, the Plesser family,  who spend a month in Venice every year.  Lunch by the pool at Hotel Cipriani.  Sit in the  garden area and feast on fantastic pasta, incredible bread and more. ...

Both Ways on Gay Marriage


So the reportedly openly gay judge, U.S. District Judge Vaughn Walker, decides that California's Prop 8, which defines marriage as being between one man and one woman, is unconstitutional. The ballot measure which passed with 52% of the vote after being vetted by the California State Supreme Court, goes out the window because a liberal, reportedly gay activist judge, overrules the will of the people. Sound familiar?

Changing Your Oil


Recently a listener emailed in with some questions about oil changes and transmission fluid service. Thought it was worth posting so the info could help others with their car maintenance issues. Enjoy, Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor

Easy Summer Lunch


My old favorite, which even the non-meat eaters in my family love, is my foolproof recipe for turkey meatloaf.   What is better than thin sliced juicy meatloaf, local lettuce, fresh farm tomatoes, and really good bread?   I use in my recipe ...

That's One Small Step For Man...


Today is July 20th. It marks a very special day in history; today is the day in 1969 that we walked on the moon. (Yes we did to all the non believers out there) But the Apollo 11 moon shot was much more than that. It marked a very special time in America; when we were good at something and not ashamed to admit it.
 
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