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Friday, May 13, 2005
  • John R. Bolton (Dept. of State)

    Bolton’ Out of the Gate

    John Bolton’s nomination as UN ambassador made it out of committee (without an endorsement) and is on its way to a floor vote in the Senate. NPR senior correspondent Juan Williams reports on that and other news from Washington, including the status of the “nuclear” option. Plus: Larry Josephson discusses the career and legacy of radio pioneer Jean Shepherd.

The Juan And Only

Juan Williams Senior Political correspondent for National Public Radio
- discusses political news
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Stuck in the Middle

Dana Milbank National Political Reporter for The Washington Post
- on the plight of moderate Republicans in the Senate

Shepherd's Flock

Larry Josephson, President of the Radio Foundation, celebrates his 40th year as a public radio producer and discusses the career and legacy of Jean Shepherd
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Michael Moore on Brian's 20th Anniversary

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Live from the Greene Space: Michael Moore talks about his new documentary, Capitalism: A Love Story and Brian celebrates the 20 year anniversary of the show with a 20 year news quiz.

Happy 150th Birthday, Evolution!

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Richard Dawkins, biologist, professor of the Public Understanding of Science at Oxford University, and author of many books on science, most recently, The Greatest Show on Earth: The Evidence for Evolution, talks about Charles Darwin's On the Origin of Species, which was published on 24 November 1859.

What's Next for the Movement?

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In the aftermath of President Obama's campaign, Kevin Powell, Brooklyn-based community activist has written a new book, Open Letters to America: Essays by Kevin Powell, outlining his thoughts about political engagement, particularly among African-American youth.

No Logo: One Decade Later

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Journalist and activist Naomi Klein discusses the ten-year anniversary of the release of her landmark book NO LOGO: Taking Aim at the Brand Bullies.

Uncommon Indicators

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The Brian Lehrer Show wants to hear how the economy is affecting the little things in your daily life. Share your stories and photos of the downturn.

Help us map abandoned lots, stalled construction and unsold condos.

Video Picks

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Check out some recent video clips of interviews with guests and Brian Lehrer's weekly Web video picks.