2-12-13: Archbishop Lori on the Pope's Resignation, Baltimore's State of the City, & Rare Chamber Works

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Pope Benedict announced he'll step down later this month--making him the first pope to do so in 600 years.  We talk with Baltimore Archbishop William Lori about what this means for Catholics in Maryland.

Then-Baltimore Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake delivered the annual State of the City address yesterday, outlining a series of reforms aimed at restoring the city's financial health. We talk about the reforms with a city council member, a community activist, and the president of a policy institute.

Plus-Acclaimed Czech mezzo-soprano Magdalena Kožená will appear with Israeli pianist Yefim Bronfman on Sunday as part of the Shriver Hall Concert Series. Tom Hall talks to Steve Jacobsohn, executive director of the series, about the importance of hosting performances of rare chamber works.