Perspective Podcast - October 12, 2012
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In this edition of Perspective...
The VP Debate
On Thursday night, Vice President Joe Biden and his Republican challenger, Paul Ryan, went head-to-head for the first and only time in this campaign. The stakes were unusually high for a V-P debate, as polls showed a spike in support for Republican nominee Mitt Romney following President Obama's struggles in the first debate. ABC's Terry Moran tells us how the night played out.
Analyzing the Debate
For analysis of the debate, we now turn to ABC's George Stephanopoulos along with political contributors Donna Brazile and Nicolle Wallace.
Mormon Missionaries
You might find them going door to door in a neighborhood near you ... young men in shirts and ties hoping to convert people to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. It's part of a two year right of passage and a journey once taken by Governor Mitt Romney. ABC's Bob Woodruff brings us inside the world of Mormon missionaries.
The First Lady
We now turn to the president's wife. In the middle of a tough re-election campaign a compassionate partner can be appreciated more than ever, and ABC's Cynthia McFadden sat down with the first lady, Michelle Obama, to discuss life in politics, her marriage and family.
Flying High
Flying at massive speeds while conquering hairpin curves is all in a day's work for Air Force fighter pilots, and for one woman, it is her life's passion. She's not only the first female fighter pilot in Air Force history, but also the first woman to lead a five thousand strong fighter wing. ABC's Martha Raddatz went along with her for a ride.
Rainmakers
This year marks the worst drought America has seen in decades, and it's showing no signs of letting up. Over half the country has been affected, with the brunt of it bearing down on the midwest. In one hard-hit area of Texas some people have grown tired of waiting for mother nature to bring relief. They've decided to take matters into their own hands. Here's ABC's Juju Chang.
The Big Bucks Burger
From expensive truffles to flecks of actual gold, high brow cuisine has found an unlikely target: the hamburger. ABC's TJ Winnick tells us what you get when you drop a couple hundred dollars on a sandwich.
Ben Affleck
Ben Affleck has built a family life and developed a passion to help people around the world. He has also earned a spot as a respected hollywood director, and his latest film may be his best. ABC's Bill Weir met up with Affleck to discuss his new movie: Argo.
Host: Cheri Preston
Producer: Colin Tipton
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