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Russell Simmons at the WNYC Studios on April 25, 2007 ((Getty Images))
The immigration debate continues with the "Dream Act," a proposal in Congress that would grant citizenship to the children of illegal immigrants if they complete college or join the military. We’ll discuss the implications. Plus hip-hop mogul turned self-help guru Russell Simmons on his twelve-step program for success.
Guests:
Russell SimmonsBaghdad to New York
Bobby Ghosh, Baghdad bureau chief for TIME magazine, joins Brian in the studio to talk about life and politics in Iraq.
Making the Most of Microlending
Slate writer Jude Stewart evaluated charities that give small loans to entrepreneurs in the developing world. She talks about where your donation can do the most good.
Hip Hop Self-Help
Hip-hop entrepreneur Russell Simmons founded the record label Def Jam. Now he’s written a self-help book Do You!: 12 Laws to Access the Power in You to Achieve Happiness and Success. He talks about his unusual career progression.
Do You! is available for purchase at
Do You! is available for purchase at
Radio Rookies and the DREAM Act
Radio Rookie Christian talks about his experiences as an undocumented teenager with his producer at Radio Rookies Melissa Robbins. Also, Carlos Perez from the New York State Youth Leadership Council explains the legal ramifications of the DREAM Act.
Melissa Robbins
Radio Rookies producer Melissa Robbins describes the difficulties facing immigrant teenagers in the United States on the Brian Lehrer show, 7/10/07
Chris Morrow
Chris Morrow, co-author with Russell Simmons of Do You!: 12 Laws to Access the Power in You to Achieve Happiness and Success, listens ...
Bobby Ghosh
Bobby Ghosh, Baghdad bureau chief for TIME magazine, talks about his experiences covering the war in Iraq on the Brian Lehrer show, 7/10/07.
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