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Celebrating Leonard

Join Our Salute to The Leonard Lopate Show

On Thursday, March 25, host Andy Borowitz and a roster of all-star guests will gather at The Cooper Union to mark Leonard's 25 years on WNYC. In the meantime, enjoy a Leonard photo gallery, toast Leonard with haikus and find out how you can join in the celebration.

The State Police

The Brian Lehrer Show

March 9, 2010
As Governor Paterson continues to defend his position, WNYC’s Bob Hennelly offers a little context on the history of the State Police and their role in many of the state’s recent scandals. Plus, your collective energy-efficiency-wisdom; what the Iraqi elections mean; and The Story of Stuff changes how you think about consumption.

Ground Zero Construction Workers Urge: 'Build It Now'

Several hundred workers spent their lunch hour at a rally to pressure the Port Authority and developer Larry Silverstein to resolve a standoff over the financing of three proposed office towers at the site.

The Political and the Poetical

The Leonard Lopate Show

March 9, 2010
Harry Markopolos tells us about the years he spent investigating Bernard Madoff. Then, William Kentridge discusses his career and the new stunning exhibit of his work at MoMA. And, Chang-Rae Lee talks about his latest novel The Surrendered. Plus, Richard Holmes on how the Romantic era influenced scientists.

Debating the Legacy of Simon Cowell

Soundcheck

March 9, 2010
This is Simon Cowell's last season as a judge on "American Idol." Some say he’s brought exciting performances to America’s living rooms; others call his talent shows exploitative and trashy. Today's Soundcheck Smackdown debate takes on Simon Cowell. Also: Kronos Quartet joins us along with composer Terry Riley to talk about their 30-year relationship working together.

Politics and the State Police: A History of 'Troubling Situations'

by Bob Hennelly

State troopers assigned to Gov. David Paterson interfered in a domestic violence dispute involving a top aide to the governor. It was not the first time state police have stepped over the line between law enforcement and politics.

Transportation Nation

February 16 marked the one year anniversary of the passage of the stimulus bill. What changes is it bringing to New York and other cities? Download the first Transportation Nation podcast to learn about the effects of the stimulus bill on transportation around the U.S.

WNYC's Haiti Coverage

WNYC is following developments in Haiti and here in New York. Catch all the features and analysis from the WNYC Newsroom, The Brian Lehrer Show, and The Leonard Lopate Show here.

Union Organizing in the 21st Century

by Matthew Schuerman

WNYC has been following the story of a union-organizing drive at an E-ZPass center in Staten Island. Here’s the first installment.

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Battle of the Boroughs
Talent Throwdown in The Greene Space

Be there for the showdown this spring as new artists compete for a featured performance in The Greene Space. Come vote for your favorites and enjoy beer, wine and snacks on the house.

Brooklyn battled first on March 5th. View the performances now and vote. The winning band will perform as Brooklyn's representative in the Ultimate Battle
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