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There are more than twice as many suicides as murders in the U.S., but suicide attracts far less scrutiny. This current episode of Freakonomics Radio, hosted by economist and bestselling author Stephen J. Dubner, ("Freakonomics") digs through the numbers and finds all kinds of surprises, supported by psychology professor David Lester, considered to be "the dean of suicide studies."

For Labor Day weekend, "Theme Attic", the radio show that picks themes and plays music from a variety of genres about selected subjects, will feature songs about working people and other job related topics! Join host DJ Phil Maq, on live right now, for his clever and unusual takes on music!

"Philosophy Talk: Health Care--Right or Privilege?" What is it? Do we have a right to healthcare, and to good high quality healthcare, in any precise and defensible sense? Or is the "right to healthcare" just a nice way to say it would be very nice if everyone had healthcare? Ken and John take a philosophical lens to the alleged right to healthcare and health insurance with Laurence Baker from the Center for Health Policy at Stanford University.

Tune in Thursday from 9pm-12am to WHFR's "The Mix" with host BAM as we welcome world famous DJ and producer Kenneth Thomas back to WHFR.FM to play live. He will be joined by other artists from his record label "Myth Records." BAM will be also be giving away free tickets to Kenneth Thomas's upcoming concert this Saturday. Be sure to tune in and enjoy some fantastic electronic music.

Jeremy Porter will be performing live some of the new material from his newest CD and promoting his show at the New Dodge Saturday night. Porter has performed solo for several years along with being in several local bands The Offramps, Slugbug, Fidrych and is current band Jeremy Porter and The Tucos. He has been touring, recording and playing out since he was 16 years old, garnering a reputation as a skilled songsmith and guitarist. For more info about Jeremy Porter check out http://www.jeremyportermusic.com/

Motor Live Drive @ 5 features local artists live on WHFR every Thursday at 5pm. If you miss the performance or really loved what you heard and want to hear it again - the Motor Live Drive @ 5 performances are podcast here for your listening pleasure under the "Musical Performances" button at the top of this page.

For 20 years, "Ride for Kids" has helped children with brain tumors through research and scholarships.

"Ride for Kids" Task Force Leaders meet with host Lynn Tuesday at 1pm and discuss how the work of the Michigan organization benefits the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation -- and the Kids directly.

You'll learn how to be part of the Ride -- as a biker, or behind-the-scenes volunteer.

Listen to IMPACT!, Tuesday at 1pm, right here on WHFR 89.3.

Join host Mike Holloway and special guest Camille Procassini for the fifth anniversary edition of "Metaphysically Speaking". Camille is a very well known professional clairvoyant and certified hypnotherapist. She also works with numerology and Feng Shui ( pronounced Fung Schway). This is Camilles' third appearance on the show. Listen as Mike and Camille discuss her work with law enforcement agencies, what she does to seek guidance for personal matters and what she does when she feels compelled to let others know what their future might hold.