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Nana and Hilary discuss how to find great gifts for less, handmade holidays, and how to have a great time on a budget. Don't buy Nana See's candy!!

Nana and Hil discuss the impending Thanksgiving holiday, and what it means to Americans, and people around the world. How is the spirit of the holiday season manifesting during these tough economic times? We talk traditions, recipes, and what we should be thankful for.

Thanks to Deb for the topic idea. How much have things changed since Nana was a child? Now kids want the latest gadgets, play video games, and their parents cannot say no to buying the newest toy. We talk about strategies to raise your children without spoiling them, and how to give them values that transcend buying things.

Nana and Hil recap last week's historic election, and talk about what's next. Who will Obama select for his cabinet? What happens to Sarah Palin? We have the first non-white President in America's history. What does it all mean? Weigh in!

Wow, the 2 year journey ends here. Its given us much to talk about on the Nana show. Let's talk about discrimination, The Bradley Effect (so-called) which we think is just racism, internment, laws against interracial marriaged, and Proposition 8 in CA, and how the law lags behind social justice.

Nana and Hil recognize we all neeed to tighten our belts during these tough economic times. We have lots of advice about clothes, food, habits, and ways to save money and thrive without throwing a lot of dough around.

My sister is moving back to LA! What does this mean for my family life as I know it? Who knows! Nana has lots of antecdotes about her brother Hank, and how they related. How do older siblings differ in their roles? Chinese first born sons are very special, but how much is self-fulfilled prophecy? Join us for this fascinating psychological discussion.

Oprah had Christina Applegate talk about her breast cancer diagnosis and treatment, and Nana wanted to discuss this important issue that affects all of us. Nana had breast cancer 35 years ago and underwent treatment. This affects people of all ages, and these stories often go untold. In addition, we talk about the changing of the seasons, the High Holidays, and taking stock of our lives and improving upon our habits and ways of treating others. Don't miss this show!

Nana discusses the women's suffrage movement and describes some facts from that era that we have since forgotten. We talk about the importance of the election, women candidates, and the sacrifices our ancestors went through so we can be here today. We might even talk about the Wall Street bailout if we can stomach it.

We've spoken about the Great Depression, but how does Nana feel about this current financial situation? Yesterday Merrill Lynch sold itself to B of A and Lehman Bros went down as well. What can we expect in these troubling times? How long will it take for us to bounce back? Does Nana have any suggestions about how to protect our money?

Nana listened to the Republican VP nominee Sarah Palin speech and has a few (dozen) words to say about it. Let's talk about the scandals and the different opinions. Are we more divided than ever before?

Wow so much has happened since our last show. McCain picked VP candidate Sarah Palin, the Governor of Alaska, mom of 5. Yes, she is the first woman on a Republican ticket, and we are finding out more. As news of her teen daughter's pregnancy, ethics scandal in her own state hit the national news, what can we expect from Sarah Palin?

The DNC has arrived. The drama over Obama and Biden, how will the Clinton fans react? Nana and Hilary talk Party Unity, and what to expect from the Convention. Maybe the Olympics if we are feeling sassy.

An accomplished newswoman with strong political viewpoints married the man who became the Governor of California, and had to maintain her sense of self. She is not just the Governor's Wife. How can women maintain their identities even after marriage to prominent men? What, if anything, do women give up when they choose family? Nana purchases Maria's book from Barnes and Noble for a potential Nana Book Club exclusive.

Nana and Hil talk about learning disabilities. Ever since Michael Savage made waves with his comments about Autism, and Henry Winkler discussed his Dyslexia on Oprah, we've had these ideas on the brain. Were there as many kids with these symptoms when Nana was growing up? How much of it is over-diagnosis and what is causing these increased levels of these disabilities? Nana and Hil tackle the tough topics of the day on Call Your Nana Radio!

What is it? How has ageism affected our lives? Has Nana experienced it? What does age have to do with it? Growing older in all its glory is discussed.

Jesse Jackson, the New Yorker, McCain being old and not using the internet, and more. We may also talk about Obama going to Palestine, the ACLU, unions, you never know here at the Call Your Nana Radio (Half) Hour!

We're baaack! After a brief hiatus, Hil and Nana are back on the air to discuss a hot topic, co-parenting, or shared parenting. "Isn't all parenting shared?" Well, in theory, but a recent NY Times article has shed light on how parents divide labor in the household, and Nana reflects on her upbringing and parenting observations.

Will Hilary have finished the book by showtime? Tune in to find out! We talk about our parents, what we inherit, and their legacies on our personal lives. How hard is it for working mothers (like Barbara) to balance their family life and career? Join us!

Nana and Hil discuss the themes and ideas in Barbara Walter's new memoir, "Audition." Have you read the book? Join our discussion and grab a cup of tea and a biscuit!