Perspective Podcast - October 4, 2013

In this edition of Perspective...

Chaos at the Capitol

On Thursday afternoon, Miriam Carey, a 34-year old dental hygienist, drove her car into barricades at the White House before leading police on a chase to Capitol Hill, where she was shot and killed.  ABC News Senior National Correspondent Jim Avila has the details from Washington.

Jackson Trial Verdict
It's been years since Michael Jackson's death, but legal fights surrounding the circumstances of his passing have continued, and this week a jury reached a verdict in the wrongful death suit between the Jackson family and concert promoter A-I-G.  ABC's David Wright reports from Los Angeles.

The Real Nashville
Nashville is known as music city.  It's home to the Grand Ole Opry, the Country Music Hall of Fame, and several major record labels, and every year aspiring stars head there to make a name for themselves.  But just what does it take to make it in the country music capital?  ABC's Juju Chang traveled to Tennessee to find out.

Medical Tourism
Health care has been a hot-button issue in Washington, but the Affordable Care Act is still rolling out as planned.  Whether you're for it, against it, or indifferent, there are *some* things Obamacare won't change ... like companies sending employees overseas for cheaper medical care.  Already, more than a million a year travel abroad to save money on procedures.  ABC News Chief National Correspondent Byron Pitts has the story.

Going Pink
The new health care law has sparked fierce debate in Washington, but one thing nearly everyone can agree on is that those with money tend to receive better medical care.  That's what spurred one wealthy breast cancer survivor into action, investing in a cause to save others far less fortunate.  Here's ABC's Cynthia McFadden.

Remembering Tom Clancy
Best-selling author Tom Clancy passed away this week.  The man known for his military thrillers died in a Baltimore hospital at the age of 66.  ABC News Entertainment Correspondent Bill Diehl takes a look back at his life and work.

Host:  Cheri Preston
Producer:  Colin Tipton

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Perspective Podcast - September 27, 2013

In this edition of Perspective...

Kenyan Mall Attack
Last Saturday's terrorist attack on a mall in Nairobi, Kenya claimed the lives of more than 70 people.  Since then, we've learned more about al-Shabab, the al-Qaida affiliate that carried out the deadly strike.  ABC's Linsey Davis has more from Nairobi.

American Terrorists
The group claiming responsibility for the attack in Kenya is no stranger to U-S anti-terrorism officials.  Al-Shabab has been recruiting followers all over the world, including here in the United States.  So what tools and tactics did they employ to recruit U-S members into their ranks?  ABC News Chief Investigative Correspondent Brian Ross has the details.

Jesus of Nazareth
Illiterate peasant, woodworker, zealot ... they're surprising descriptors for a man usually referred to as a prophet, a reformer and even the Messiah.  Reza Aslan is the author of a new book titled "Zealot: The Life and Times of Jesus of Nazareth."  In it, he explores not the divine Jesus, but the one of history.  ABC News Chief National Correspondent Byron Pitts sat down with the author to learn more about his findings.

G. Dep
By all accounts, the rapper known at G-Dep had a bright future.  He was on the verge of making it big in the music business but was haunted by a secret that nagged at his conscience.  So he made surprising decision to take justice into his own hands.  ABC's Deborah Roberts has the story.

ABC News Fixer
It's happened to most of us at one time or another ... getting hit by a bank overdraft fee.  ABC's Cheri Preston has more.

Chita Rivera
A Broadway legend, Chita Rivera, turned 80 this year, and there's going to be a concert in her honor, in New York.  ABC News Entertainment Correspondent Bill Diehl caught up with the legendary performer to look back at her long career.

Host:  Cheri Preston
Producer:  Colin Tipton

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Perspective Podcast - September 20, 2013

In this edition of Perspective...

Navy Yard Shooting
On Monday morning, 34-year-old Aaron Alexis shot and killed 12 people and injured eight more at the Navy Yard in Washington.  Since then, we've learned the former naval reservist reported hearing voices in his head and had previous brushes with the law.  Could these warning signs have prevented the tragedy?  Here's ABC News Senior National Correspondent Jim Avila.

Health Care Changes
It's big, can be confusing, and yes, it's controversial. The new health care law. The Affordable Care Act, Obamacare, whatever you call it, most Americans are, well..confused by it.  ABC's Cheri Preston sheds some light on the new law.

Remote Area Medical
We travel to a remote part of rural Virginia, where for three days each year, thousands of people gather at a free clinic to receive medical aid they couldn't otherwise afford.  Many line up at dawn and some wait days to receive treatment.  ABC's Bob Woodruff reports this community is just one of the many where Remote Area Medical is making a difference.

Modeling Scam
There are young women all around the world who dream of becoming successful models ... and fueling those dreams are the rare stories of women discovered by modeling agencies in the mall or right on the street.  Now authorities in New York say one Long Island agency preyed on those dreams, scamming more than 60 families out of hundreds of thousands of dollars.  ABC's Aaron Katersky has the details.

Obamacare Scam
As Americans prepare for the implementation of the Affordable Care Act, or Obamacare, there are scams popping up designed to take advantage of those who don't understand the law.  ABC News Chief Business and Economics Correspondent Rebecca Jarvis explains.

Host:  Cheri Preston
Producer:  Colin Tipton

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