Americana: 7 Aug 11: America's military spending

Presenter David Willis talks to journalist Stephen Glain about his
new book, State vs. Defense. The two discuss the impact of the US
military on American finances and the role it could play as the
nation struggles to regain its footing. Author Mim Harrison
explains how a common language divides much of the United States.
Musician Warren Wolf Jr. demonstrates what a vibraphone is all
about. It takes more muscle then one might think. And Grammy
Award-winning music label Archeophone Records, digs out some of its
favorite sounds from America's earliest recording days. Co-owners
Richard Martin and Meagan Hennessey share some of the nations
founding sounds.