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Cell phones destroying brains? Wi-Fi creating cancer? Dr. George Carlo, telecommunication analyst, was hired by them to prove how safe the ubiquitous cell is. So how come he's on other other side now? Listen in and find out what's happening, and if there is anything you can do. The book is Cell Phones: Invisible Hazards.

Basic bidding, antique investing, furniture deals, and finding scores are explained by Skinner Auction's Stuart Whitehurst. If you ever thought about bidding at an auction, listen to this.

Ticket scalping is legal and illegal; it's fair & unfair. Why it has become a hot button issue? Wellesley College Professor Karl Case weighs in with his studies and thoughts.

Weddings costs $28k. Invites, limos, cakes, dresses, churches, receptions all add up. You'll need smart and thrifty tips to survive. That's what the Frugal Yankees have. We can't guarantee a happy marriage, but at least we can help you save some money.

Sleep habits, sleeping pills, slumber myths and your health are discussed with Dr. Aran Kadar, from the Sleep Lab at Newton Wellesley Hospital.

Today's workforce demands praise. Managers are adapting, but at what price? The Wall Street Journal's Jeffrey Zaslow joins the Frugal Yankees to explore this issue. By the way, you look great. Have you been working out?

Minor league baseball is thrifty family fun. Worcester Tornadoes' Alan Stone talks about his team, his league and why minor leagues offer something better.

Your car's transmission, cooling system, and brakes require fluids to work properly. Modern cars are more complex than ever, but you can maintain your vehicle. Andy Polin explains.

Traveler? Tourist? Travel is fun, adventurous, educational and mind blowing. Jillian Robinson, author of Change Your Life Through Travel has a gusto driven philosophy that is smart and, as we Frugal Yankees like, thrifty.

Sewing machines, latest patterns, sewers sharing, classes, tips and techniques all at PatternReview.com. So, who knew sewing was becoming a big thing? Listen as the Frugal Yankees converse with the driving force behind , one of the most successful sewing communities on the web.

No real estate agent, double mortgages, or days on the market. Effros' sales method works of selling houses from the bottom up and can be effective even in a slow market. Listen as he explains How to Sell Your Home in 5 Days to the Frugal Yankees and you.

Hot & happening, Rolling Stone called her rock 'n roll's next big thing. Jen Trynin recounts what happened next in a slighty acerbic, but funny look of almost making 'it' in pop culture. Her book is Everything I'm Cracked Up to Be: A Rock & Roll Fairy Tale.

Movies, independent films, filmmakers, directors, producer, actors, film-lovers all coalesce at festivals. They want the exposure and movie-goers love to discover new cinema. So how does a film festival come into being? Acclaimed curator Connie White joins the Frugal Yankee. Action! She has the answers.

Border collies, donkeys, sheep, a rat catching cat, a steer named Elvis - these are the characters populate Jon Katz' world at Bedlam Farm. They bring him stories, solace and in an odd way, sanity.

Drug giant Merck's cervical cancer medicine Gardasil is being aggressively marketed. Young women are the target demographic, but isn't this really way to regain the money lost on Vioxx? Our guest has probing concerns.

Back to school - clothes, shoes, it's all expensive. Being frugal and having kids need not be mutually exclusive. Listen in as Tawra Kellam, along with the Frugal Yankees offer tips and ideas on how to save a bundle.

This week: traditional toys go electronic; teenagers incessant talking could mean depression.

Whaling dominated America's history. Hunting leviathans, from humpbacks to sperms, was bloody, profitable and now romanticized. Eric Jay Dolin, author of Leviathan: The History of Whaling in America explains how thousand of ships and tens of thousands of men slaughtered hundreds of thousand whales. LISTEN, DOWNLOAD or BUY THE BOOK

Ideas come from inspiration, right? Not so, says Scott Berkun, author of The Myths of Innovation.. Innovation and invention myths abound. The Frugal Yankees help clear the cob webs.

This generation is more entitled and they're still tethered to their parents. Do we have a generation of over entitled brats? The Wall St Journal's Jeffrey Zaslow joins the frugal Yankee to grouse about 'kids these days'.

Internet swapping of goods and services is easy. Craig's List, Angie's List and Ebay have reshaped this economic model. How has it changed? Is it legal? Will the Feds try to tax us? Professor Andrew Winston of University of Texas Austin gives us an overview.

Indie filmmakers face unusual challenges. Listen in as a documentary director talks about his latest project - a film on the world infamous Museum of Bad Art.

Sam Adams fought oppression, defended liberty and the laws of men. The father of America's revolution, he shaped a country. Mark Puls new book, Samuel Adams: Father of the American Revolution explains why he is important and why we don't know enough about him.

Frugal fashion can be chic and glamorous. Style tips, shopping tricks are just part of this segment. Brenda Starks' inside info makes us all smart shoppers, even the guys.

Pepsi's racial initiatives in the 40s changed the soda wars. Wall St Journal's Stephanie Caparal discusses what they did, why the did it and how Pepsi changed the landscape.

Save money & time by preparing your house for winter. These simple tips & hints will help. A basic primer from the Frugal Yankee will get you started.

Tips & factoids: using ginger, reusing lemons, behavoiral targeting & video downloading. All from the Frugal Yankee where enjoying life and spending less is savvy

New England's landmark stonewalls are disappearing. UCONN Geologist Robert Thorson reports what's happening, why it's happened and what can be done.

Fenway Park isn't cheap. Super fan/author Tim Shea reveals frugal ways to visit the nation's most beloved baseball park. Great tips for family, fan or tourist alike. His book is Fenway!: The Ultimate Fan's Guide, 2009 Edition

1967's Impossible Dream team created the Red Sox nation. Author Bill Nowlin discusses his book The 1967 Impossible Dream Red Sox: Pandemonium on the Field

Sacco & Vanzetti's execution shocked the world. The crime, the trial & the aftermath are explored in Bruce Watson's new book, Sacco and Vanzetti: The Men, the Murders, and the Judgment of Mankind.

"Astroturf" (as in, fake grass.) is a new name for monied interests creating grass roots sounding non-profits. They want to confuse or misdirect issues. Is this legal? How can you tell a real grass roots organization with a well heeled corporate one? The answers are here.

Yankee Magazine's Mel Allen discovered a truth. Coaching baseball has a downside, especially when it came to is son. A personal letter is now a remarkable book. The Frugal Yankees talks it over with the author of A Coach's Letter to His Son.

Aspirin, acetaminophen, ibuprofen? What pain reliever works best? Are doctors skittish when it comes to pain management? Dr. Paul Satwicz from Newton Wellesley Hospital gives us straight talk about pain relief.

The Dangerous Book For Dogs is a paw in mouth satire on dogs. Hilarious, fun & spot on. Rex & Sparky couldn't make it, but co-author Joe Garden chews shoes, sniffs where he shouldn't and plays fetch with the Frugal Yankee.

Pests invade homes every fall. Getting rid of mice is smart. What bait works? Do you need to hire a pest control company? What are mice's habits? All of these and more are discussed by the Frugal Yankee because like a certain cartoon cat, we hate meeses to pieces.

Tips on heating this winter, finding a good checking account, electrical rate scams an more. It's on the Frugal Report for this week.

Bill Littlefield of NPR's ONLY A GAME discusses his new book, his favorite segments and how it all began. Smart, erudite and frugal conversation with the Frugal Yankee. The book is Only a Game

Consumer goods heading higher, veggie goodness going down & more in this weekly report from the Frugal Yankee.

Entrepreneurs struggle with going it alone. Michael Katz' new book takes a humorous and instructive look on how it is done. The title, It Sure Beats Working: 29 Quirky Stories and Practical Business Lessons for The First-Time, Mid-Life, Solo Professional says it all. You can download of the first four chapters. It's free!

Pro? Semi-pro? Enthusiast? Singing is fun. Discover the many places you can satisfy your desire in Boston. Miguel Felipe explains how easy it is. He's Music Director of the Boston Choral Ensemble.

The New England Patriots are the NFL's best team. From fumblers to champions in five years! Sportswriter Christopher Price details this amazing corporate culture in The Blueprint: How the New England Patriots Beat the System to Create the Last Great NFL Superpower. Listen in.

Maine Food & Lifestyle celebrates New England's largest state. Recipes, ideas and culture in the new magazine. The Frugal Yankee chats with publisher Merrill Williams.

Jason Reitman's acclaimed comedy JUNO will get Oscar consideration. Listen as he discusses the film, his influences, his actors and humor.

Toys foster development - problem solving, interaction and more, but today toys are marketing commodities helping company profits while hurting our children. What toys are good for your kids and which ones are bad? Listen. And get a free toy action guide here.

Grinch? Santa? Year end tipping is confusing. How much? To whom? Jodi Smith from Mannersmith.com explains it all to the Frugal Yankee, and you

Ferenc Maté's humorous book on rebuilding a 13th-century friary and growing award winning wine.