Independent Minds: Temple Grandin
From: Murray Street Productions
Series: Independent Minds
Length: 56:25
Unable to speak until age four and diagnosed autistic in the 1950s, Temple Grandin went on to defy expectations, becoming a renowned author, activist and expert in humane livestock design. Honing her ability to see and think differently, this self-described “anthropologist on Mars” has brought enlightenment to her field and a new understanding of autism to the world. David D’Arcy hosts this journey into a truly Independent Mind.
Temple Grandin’s own voice guides this Independent Minds radio hour. David D'Arcy is joined by her friend, photographer Rosalie Winard; her collaborator, animal scientist Mark Deesing; autism researchers Simon Baron-Cohen and Uta Frith; Pulitzer prize-winning author Tim Page (he himself has been diagnosed with autism); musician Pete Townshend; and actress Claire Danes who plays Grandin in the upcoming HBO film.
Through these voices and more, we understand how Grandin conquered her condition and how her work offers hope to people and families coping with autism.
**FOR BROADCAST STARTING JANUARY 2010**
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Piece Description
Unable to speak until age four and diagnosed autistic in the 1950s, Temple Grandin went on to defy expectations, becoming a renowned author, activist and expert in humane livestock design. Honing her ability to see and think differently, this self-described “anthropologist on Mars” has brought enlightenment to her field and a new understanding of autism to the world. David D’Arcy hosts this journey into a truly Independent Mind.
Temple Grandin’s own voice guides this Independent Minds radio hour. David D'Arcy is joined by her friend, photographer Rosalie Winard; her collaborator, animal scientist Mark Deesing; autism researchers Simon Baron-Cohen and Uta Frith; Pulitzer prize-winning author Tim Page (he himself has been diagnosed with autism); musician Pete Townshend; and actress Claire Danes who plays Grandin in the upcoming HBO film.
Through these voices and more, we understand how Grandin conquered her condition and how her work offers hope to people and families coping with autism.
**FOR BROADCAST STARTING JANUARY 2010**
Broadcast History
As of 12/15/09 the following stations have committed to airing Independent Minds-Temple Grandin:
WBEZ-FM Chicago, IL.
WILL-FM Urbana, IL.
KQED-FM San Francisco, CA.
WABE-FM Atlanta, GA.
KBAQ/KJZZ Tempe, AZ.
KOPB-FM Portland, OR.
WDUQ-FM Pittsburgh, PA.
KUSU-FM Logan, UT.
WCBE-FM Columbus, OH.
WHRV-FM Norfolk, VA.
WCVE-FM Richmond, VA.
KUNM-FM Albuquerque, NM.
WCQS-FM Asheville, NC.
WMRA-FM Harrisonburg, VA.
WCAI/WNAN Woods Hole, MA.
Timing and Cues
Piece Audio Version
SEG 1 - 18:29
Incue: "What if you mind worked in pictures..."
Outcue: "...Saturday, February 6 at 8:00pm."
SEG 2 - 01:29
Incue: Music fade in
Outcue: Music fade out
SEG 3 - 17:29
Incue: Music fade in... "This is Independent Minds..."
Outcue: "...Saturday, February 6 at 8:00pm."
SEG 4 - 01:29
Incue: music fade in
Outcue: music fade out
SEG 5 - 17:29
Incue: "Hello I'm Temple it's very nice to meet you..."
Outcue: "...Saturday, February 6 at 8:00pm."
Modules Version
MODULE 1: Temple's Childhood and Early Diagnosis (4:19 total - including music fade at end)
Incue: "What if your mind worked in pictures...."
Outcue: "I'm DD. This is Independent Minds: Temple Grandin"
MODULE 2: Temple Discovers her "Special Talent" (5:48 total - includes music fade)
Incue: "Most researchers today...
Outcue: "... I'm DD. This is Ind Minds: Temple Grandin"
MODULE 3: Temple's Professional Career (5:43 total - includes music at end)
Incue: (:01 music) "By the time....
Outcue: "...Temple Grandin"
MODULE 4: New Definition of Autism: No "Single Face" (5:21 total - includes music at end)
Incue: (Film excerpt) "Hello, I'm Temple....
Outcue: "... Temple Grandin"
MODULE 5: Conclusion: Temple's Lessons and Legacy (3:54 total - includes music at end)
Incue: (:01 music) (Temple) "How would you know...
Outcue: (DD close) "This is Independent Minds. I'm David D'Arcy"
Intro and Outro
INTRO:*TO BE USED WITH MODULES:*
Unable to speak until age four and diagnosed autistic in the 1950s, Temple Grandin went on to defy expectations, becoming a renowned author, activist and expert in humane livestock design...
-MODULE 1:
"In this segment we visit Temple's childhood and her unsettling diagnosis. David D'Arcy has this report..."
-MODULE 2:
"Here, Temple discovers how her autism gives her a truly unique perspective of the world. David D'Arcy has this report..."
-MODULE 3:
"Here, Temple's insights transform the slaughterhouse industry, winning national recognition including a PETA award. David D'Arcy has this report..."
-MODULE 4:
"Her exceptional story sheds light on the wide range of behaviors and abilities associated with autism. David D'Arcy has this report..."
-MODULE 5:
"David D'Arcy concludes our series as we draw lessons and look at the legacy of Temple Grandin and her 'improbable success story'..."
TO BE USED WITH MODULES:
"Production support for 'Independent Minds: Temple Grandin' comes from HBO, presenting "Temple Grandin" Saturday, February 6 at 8pm."
Additional Credits
Host: David D'Arcy
Executive Producer: Matthew Glass
Writer: David D'Arcy
Producer: David Bailes
Production Assistants: Margaret Bresnahan, Alexa Lim
Marketing: Matthew Long-Middleton
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