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Prototype - April 30, 2008

Mon, May 12 Listen

In her final episode of Prototype, executive producer Courtney Bowland takes us into a brief "hibernation" with a recap of some favorite stories as told by her faithful staff of reporters. Stay tuned as a new voice comes to Prototype this summer!

Prototype - April 24, 2008

Thu, Apr 24 Listen

In this edition of Prototype, Todd Panciera talks with some University of Alabama seniors about their memories from college. Ryan Vasquez follows that with a chat with an ESPN scouting director about the celebrity aspect of football recruits. Executive Producer Courtney Bowland tries to keep herself composed as she nears the end of her EP tenure.

Prototype - April 17, 2008

Thu, Apr 17 Listen

On this edition of Prototype, Bulter Cain talks with a journalist who has traveled all the way from Germany, and Courtney Bowland talks love and relationships with Dr. Linda Enders, a marriage and family therapist.

Prototype - April 10, 2008

Thu, Apr 10 Listen

In this edition of Prototype, Todd Panciera interviews a blood plasma donor and finds out about the peculiar job requirements it takes to be one. Brandon Hollingsworth looks at some off-the-wall college classes that students are able to take. Executive Producer Courtney Bowland produced the show.

Prototype - April 3, 2008

Thu, Apr 3 Listen

In this edition of Prototype, Tricia Masucci investigates the process involved in "How To" make beer. Ryan Vasquez talks to a few college football recruitors about the demands of their job. And Courtney Bowland, our Executive Producer, tells us how you can contribute to the APR Fund drive and how it might get you a free iPod Nano.

Prototype - March 27, 2008

Fri, Mar 28 Listen

In this episode of Prototype, Brett Tannehill show us "How To" prune a crape myrtle tree. The tree is often cut improperly, a phenomenon called Crape Murder. Tricia Massuci focuses her health report on the month of March. She reviews past advice and health tips, and also some new health advice. As always, Courtney Bowland is the Executive Producer.

Prototype - March 6, 2008

Thu, Mar 6 Listen

This week on Prototype, Gina Smith reports on a piece of music written to honor the students who were killed one year ago in the Enterprise tornado. Then, Todd Panciera lightens the mood with a discussion about a class that has a strong link to "Sienfeld." Courtney Bowland is our executive producer.

Prototype - February 28, 2008

Thu, Feb 28 Listen

In this week's edition of Prototype, Courtney Bowland explains leap year; Tricia Masucci looks into dental hygiene in her health report, and Todd Panciera gives tips on how to find a suitable house or apartment.

Prototype - February 21, 2008

Thu, Feb 21 Listen

Barbeque and credit cards top the agenda this week. Alexa Stabler reports on the dangers associated with free spending, and Butler Cain tells us about barbeque judging school. Courtney Bowland is our Executive Producer.

Prototype - February 14, 2008

Thu, Feb 14 Listen

This week on Prototype, Tricia Masucci talks to a special guest flown in from above in this week's "A Day in the Life of...." Todd Panciera shows us fun things to do on Valentine's Day, and Courtney Bowland wraps up the show with a few Valentine's Day facts.

Prototype - February 7, 2008

Thu, Feb 7 Listen

This Week on Prototype, Jacksonville State University reporter Brandon Hollingsworth takes a look into the ''Ron Paul phenomenon.'' Then, APR News reporter Gina Smith tells us about her visit to a vineyard in central Alabama where she learned that making wine requires patience and a little bit of luck. Courtney Bowland is our Executive Producer.

Prototype - January 31, 2008

Thu, Jan 31 Listen

Prototype gets spacey and cheesy this week. Guest reporter Alexa Stabler tells us about a discovery that has astronomers reconsidering their view of our universe. Then, Alabama Public Radio's Gina Smith teaches us how to make goat cheese. Executive Producer Courtney Bowland guides us through the entire show.

Prototype - January 24, 2008

Thu, Jan 24 Listen

This week on Prototype, Alisa Beckwith-Ayilliath reports on an exhibit of artifacts from Pompeii -- you know, the city destroyed by Mt. Vesuvius. Tricia Masucci then brings us a story of a sister's love for her brother, and how she's remembering him after his death in Iraq. Executive Producer Courtney Bowland produced the episode, as usual.

Prototype - January 17, 2008

Thu, Jan 17 Listen

Prototype is back! This week, we hear from Butler Cain, who went to a conference at the University of Alabama that explored whether or not the U.S. Constitution should be rewritten to fit today's standards. Ryan Vasquez has a medical miracle story about a patient who is managing dystonia after taking a route less traveled to surpress his disease. As usual, Courtney Bowland produced this week's episode.

Prototype - December 13, 2007

Thu, Dec 13 Listen

We say "buh-bye" to 2007 with our last episode of the year. Butler Cain spoke with some University of Alabama students about what they like -- and don't like -- about finals week, and Tricia Masucci got some perspective from a man who sells Christmas trees. Courtney Bowland wrapped up the show in pretty paper and a ribbon for our enjoyment.

Prototype - December 6, 2007

Thu, Dec 6 Listen

This week on Prototype, Brett Tannehill tells us how to keep our plants from freezing to death, and Todd Panciera brings us some holiday trivia. As usual, Executive Producer Courtney Bowland brings us the show.

Prototype - November 29, 2007

Thu, Nov 29 Listen

This week on Prototype, Ryan Vasquez talks turkey, Brandon Hollingsworth talks tornados, and Courtney Bowland talks with Troy University.

Prototype - Thanksgiving Holiday Edition

Fri, Nov 23 Listen

Prototype's Thanksgiving holiday edition includes host Courtney Bowland and a report from Tricia Masucci on ''Black Friday,'' a bargain hunter's most favorite day.

Prototype - November 15, 2007

Thu, Nov 15 Listen

This week Adam Shivers reports on the "Becoming an Outdoor Woman" camp situated in Columbiana. Ryan Vasquez also reports on the 64th annual peanut festival, celebrated in Dothan for the 10th year in a row. Courtney Bowland also interviews Brandon Hollingsworth about Jaskconville State University happenings and controversies.

Prototype - November 8, 2007

Thu, Nov 8 Listen

This week in Prototype, Todd Panciera finds out what it's like to work in the skyboxes during a University of Alabama football game; Tricia Masucci tells us how new technology is revolutionizing the college campus tour; and we hear from the campus of the University of Alabama in Huntsville.

Prototype - November 1, 2007

Thu, Nov 1 Listen

This week in Prototype, Courtney Bowland gets some tips on how to land a job after college; Tricia Masucci explores how to make the perfect cappuccino; and we find out what's happening on the campus of Auburn University.

Prototype - October 25, 2007

Thu, Oct 25 Listen

This week in Prototype, Melissa Wolbach talks about throwing a Halloween party that doesn't hurt your wallet, Tricia Masucci explains how your shoes could be hurting your health, and Courtney Bowland speaks with the newspaper editor at Birmingham Southern College.

Prototype - October 18, 2007

Thu, Oct 18 Listen

This week in Prototype, the Kentuck Arts Festival is recognized with stories from Alisa Beckwith and Brett Tannehill. And Courtney Bowland speaks with the newspaper editor at Spring Hill College.

Prototype - October 11, 2007

Mon, Oct 15 Listen

On this week's Prototype episode, Brandon Hollingsworth reports on a behind-the-scene look at forensics; and Melissa Wolbach speaks to a professional poker play in "A Day in the Life of...."

Prototype - October 4, 2007

Thu, Oct 4 Listen

In this week's episode, Courtney Bowland debuts a new era of Prototype. Butler Cain talks about his recent trip to Germany; Todd Panciera tells us "How to..." tie a bowtie; we hear from the reporter of APR's ''Hispanic Alabama'' series; and finally, we'll hear what's making news at Troy University.

Prototype -- August 1, 2007

Wed, Aug 1 Listen

In the twentieth edition of Prototype, we hear a report about the state of Alabama's sales tax holiday occurring this weekend. Have a listen...this is a show you don't want to miss.

Prototype -- July 25, 2007

Wed, Jul 25 Listen

In the nineteenth edition of Prototype, we hear about the city of Tuscaloosa's efforts to make walking and biking in the community safer. Have a listen...this is a show you don't want to miss.

Prototype -- July 18, 2007

Wed, Jul 18 Listen

In the eighteenth edition of Prototype, we hear a report about a novel written by a mother and daughter about the south in the early 20th century. Have a listen...this is a show you don't want to miss.

Prototype -- July 11, 2007

Sun, Jul 8 Listen

In the seventeenth edition of Prototype, we take a look back at one of the most listened to stories from the first half of the year - a personal story about the city of Enterprise. Have a listen...this is a show you don't want to miss.

Prototype -- July 3, 2007

Tue, Jul 3 Listen

In the sixteenth edition of Prototype, we hear about sneezes and the history of this bodily action. Have a listen or take a sniff...this is a show you don't want to miss.

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