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The Brian Lehrer Show / March 08, 2007

The Brian Lehrer Show

Thursday, March 08, 2007
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    Growing Pains

    Columbia University wants to expand into the Manhattanville section of West Harlem, but the plan is running into opposition. Lee Bollinger, the president of Columbia, makes his case. Also: Why polar bears might become the first endangered species due to global warming.

The Bear Facts

Two scientists from the Alaska Science Center of the U.S. Geological Survey, Leslie Holland-Bartels and David Douglas discuss the U.S.G.S.’s findings and projections for sea ice and what that means for the polar bear.

Polar Opposites

Jason Brune, executive director of the Resource Development Council for Alaska, Inc., worries listing polar bears as “threatened” species will prevent economic growth in Alaska, and Bob Irvin, senior vice president of Conservation Programs at Defenders of Wildlife, defends the policy.

Making the Call on Polar Bears

H. Dale Hall, director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, explains how he will decide whether to protect polar bears under the Endangered Species Act.

From the Mouths of Babes

Claire Lerner, director of Parenting Resources and author of the Healthy From the Start booklet from Zero To Three, says developing healthy eating habits might be as simple as giving your children the freedom to decide what and when to eat.

Growing Pains

Lee Bollinger, president of Columbia University, makes the case for the University's expansion into the Manhattanville section of West Harlem.

Video: Bollinger on whether YouTube is good for democracy.

Fire in the Bronx

Elaine Rivera, WNYC reporter, has the latest news on the fire in the Bronx that killed nine members of the same family; Bakary Tandia, case manager and policy advocate with the African Services Committee, talks about the West African community in New York; and Dr. Frank Field, retired television news reporter and fire safety advocate, talks about fire safety education.

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30 Issues in 30 Days

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Once again, 30 Issues in 30 Days is taking on the election season by going beyond the horse race and examining the real issues that are at stake for the people of New York and New Jersey in the Mayoral and Gubernatorial contest. See the schedule and help craft the segments at the 30 Issues Wiki!

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 Brian Lehrer Show.

A person dressed as a bear to represent a bear market performs outside the New York Stock Exchange on October 6, 200 in New York. Wall Street tumbled after the opening bell as fallout from the credit crisis triggered concerns about the economy and the Dow fell below 10,000 for the first time in four years.

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.

Digesting Politics

Brian, Bob, and Andrea

WNYC's political team of Brian Lehrer, Bob Hennelly, and Andrea Bernstein talk politics and more over lunch each week. Hear the latest episode and subscribe to the podcast here!

Video Picks

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