What is it that truly worries you? Why do some risks feel more frightening than others? In a day where worries and risks include climate change, cancer concerns, and a war on terrorism, how do we decide what risks are actually dangerous and which ones are false alarms? On this encore edition of HearSay, Cathy talks with David Ropeik, author of "How Risky Is It, Really? Why Our Fears Don't Always Match the Facts," about finding a comfortable place between fear and fact.

How often do you listen to that "little voice" in your head? If a situation doesn't feel quite right, what do you do? Take a chance, or go with your "gut" and turn the other way? On this encore edition of HearSay, we'll take a closer look at what intuition is and how it can help us in our everyday lives.

Birth control and women's reproductive rights have been a hot political topic in recent weeks. On today's Headline edition, we'll take a look at the history of birth control and a new report that shows how women's wages have been affected by access to birth control. We open up our phone lines for you to let us know your thoughts by calling in live at 440-2665 or 1-800-940-2240. You can also e-mail the program at [email protected] or join us on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/hearsaywithcathylewis.

Segment A: Titanic Tragedy: A New Look at the Lost Liner

One hundred years ago this month, the RMS Titanic met her tragic fate in the icy waters of the North Atlantic. While many of the dramatic details of this story are known, renowned author John Maxtone-Graham's new book examines some of the most salient but rarely investigated events aboard the Titanic that fateful night. Maxtone-Graham joins Cathy in the studio to share his findings.

Segment B: Public Libraries

With the Easter season fast approaching, are you hearing the pitter patter of bunny feet? Along with answering all your pet health questions, we'll talk about the pros and cons of adopting rabbits on today's monthly visit from HearSay's favorite veterinarian, Dr. Phyllis Neumann.

In his groundbreaking book, published more than a decade ago, sociologist Robert Putnam warned against the unintended consequences of our modern technological advances. "Bowling Alone: The Collapse and Revival of American Community," argued that radio and television were increasing our disconnection from family, friends, neighbors, as well as our democratic structures. On today's broadcast, Cathy talks with Putnam about his seminal work and social media's impact on today's society.

U.S. officials announced this week that an Army staff sergeant who allegedly gunned down civilians in southern Afghanistan will be charged with 17 counts of murder. On today's HearSay, Cathy speaks with Ryan Crocker, the U.S. Ambassador for Afghanistan, about how the killings have affected relations between military forces and civilians. We'll also examine the changing role of women in the Afghan government.

American Graduate: Let's Make It Happen

The decision to drop out of school can leave former students facing a bleak economic future. Their communities are adversely affected too, as dropouts often lack the preparation needed to be productive citizens. On today's broadcast, we'll examine the challenges schools face in engaging at-risk students, and the innovative practices their deploying to reduce the drop-out rate.

Water scarcity - and the political unrest it creates - is a growing concern. On today's Global Water Day, we'll speak with experts on the issues of water quality and water availability and examine how those concerns shape socioeconomic development across the globe. We'll also look at local steps Hampton Roads residents can take to conserve this resource.

We'll examine the latest news headlines that have you talking. We open up our lines for you to let us know your thoughts by calling in live at 440-2665 or 1-800-940-2240. You can also e-mail the program at [email protected] or join us on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/hearsaywithcathylewis.