Perspective Podcast - June 8, 2012
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In this edition of Perspective...
Vaccinations
A report focusing on the subject of childhood vaccines ... new revelations are raising concerns about the effectiveness of those shots. ABC Senior Law and Justice Correspondent Jim Avila reports.
The Soda Wars
Are super-sized drinks responsible for the escalating obesity epidemic? New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg says yes. This week, he proposed a city-wide ban on sodas and juices larger than 16 ounces. While those drinks do contain a large amount of sugar, many opponents are drawing a battle line between big government and big soda. ABC's John Donvan has the details.
Fit to Fat and Back
Now a not-so-typical weight loss story ... a very fit personal trainer who stopped working out and gained more than 70 pounds, all to better understand the struggles of his overweight clients. Here's ABC's Juju Chang.
Romney vs. Obama
On the heels of a disappointing jobs report this week, President Obama finds himself in a dead heat with rival Mitt Romney, and is turning to some of his famous friends for support. ABC's Terry Moran has the details.
Scott Walker Wins Recall Election
Republican Governor Scott Walker scored a big victory in Wisconsin's recall election, but Walker says there is no doubt Mitt Romney is still the underdog in his state when it comes to the presidential election. For more on his victory and thoughts about Romney's presidential campaign, ABC Senior Political Correspondent Jonathan Karl spoke to Governor Walker.
Drilling in Alaska
There's a rush for oil at the top of the world. The reserves off the coast of Northern Alaska could be even bigger than the oil in the Gulf of Mexico. But the way of life for the Eskimos who live on the North Slope could be threatened by the drilling. ABC's Richard Davies has the story.
No Laughing Matter
And now we go inside the strange symptom of a very rare brain disease: laughter. For the parents we're about to meet, the sound of their child's giggles fill them with dread, but a few doctors with a revolutionary treatment are working to change that. Here's ABC's Deborah Roberts.
Shrinks to the Stars
The two therapists we're about to meet count movie stars, directors, writers, and producers among their clients. They're shrinks for Hollywood's powerful and famous and their method is unusual. ABC's David Wright explains.
Patty LuPone and 54 Below
Remember New York's legendary "Studio 54?" The notorious night club is long gone, but at that same address, only a few blocks from Times Square, there's a new nightlife spot called "54 Below," and ABC News Entertainment Correspondent Bill Diehl checked it out this week, and spoke with the club's opening act, a legendary Broadway star.
Host: Cheri Preston
Producer: Colin Tipton
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