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On The Media
Shields Up
November 6, 2009
This month, the White House and the Senate reached a compromise that makes it likely the nation will pass a federal shield law. We find out what compromises journalists have made to get it enacted.
Selected Shorts
Tales that Surprise
November 8, 2009
This week on Selected Shorts, unexpected plot twists and emotional surprises in four contemporary tales.
A Look Back
The Brian Lehrer Show
November 9, 2009
20 years ago today the Berlin Wall came down. Three authors of books on the fall of communism and its repercussions mark the occasion. Plus, 2009 is also the 10th anniversary of Radio Rookies, the WNYC program that lets teenagers tell their own stories on the air. Three past and current “rookies” talk about program and how it affected their lives. And, E.D. Hirsch argues for public schools and a core curriculum.
Breaking Through
The Leonard Lopate Show
November 9, 2009
Today marks the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, and we’ll speak with two of the foremost experts on Soviet and Eastern European affairs. Then, Thelma Schoonmaker, Michael Powell’s widow, discusses the restoration of Powell's 1948 classic "The Red Shoes." Also, baritone Thomas Hampson and Kinks lead singer Ray Davies.
Ask The Record Doctor
Soundcheck
November 9, 2009
Today, the Record Doctor returns to suggest recordings that can be used to cope with life’s big dilemmas. Also: Live music from the Bollywood singer (and Indian Idol host) Kailash Kher.
Blogging the Bear Stearns Trial
WNYC's Lisa Chow is reporting from the trial of former Bear Stearns managers Ralph Cioffi and Matthew Tannin, who are accused of lying to investors about the value of the sub-prime mortgage fund they managed.
The Jazz Loft Project
This November, WNYC presents The Jazz Loft Project Radio Series. From the archives of photographer W. Eugene Smith, who recorded hundreds of hours of audio at his loft, the tapes include rehearsals for the 1959 Big Band Concert at Town Hall featuring the Thelonious Monk Tentet. Hear all 10 episodes of the series, as well as a one-hour sampling of jam sessions, running this month.
Stars Unite on The Greene Space Stage
Mary Gaitskill and Eric Bogosian are among the performers who will share the spotlight at "Breakout: Voices from Inside." The artists will read the best of pieces from the PEN Prison Writing contest. Bravo to that!
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- The Leonard Lopate Show: In the Limelight (11/03/2009)
- The Brian Lehrer Show: Election Day 2009 (11/03/2009)
- The Leonard Lopate Show: Economic Fusion, Food, and Entrepreneurs (11/02/2009)
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