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The Brian Lehrer Show

Friday, April 20, 2007
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    Earth Day Edition: Living Green

    As concern over climate change grows, more Americans are living greener. We celebrate Earth Day with a special edition dedicated to environmental living. Find out why New York Times columnist, Thomas Friedman thinks being green is the new red, white and blue. Also, we talk to architect Maya Lin about designing green buildings. Plus: a debate on green consumerism.

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What's Red, White & Blue and Green All Over?

Thomas Friedman, New York Times columnist, makes the case that environmentalism could rejuvenate the U.S. economy and cut the flow of money to terrorists.

"The Power of Green" in the New York Times Magazine

EnviroMyth

Manhattan Institute senior fellow Max Schulz says many of the public's beliefs about energy and the environment are misguided.

Read the Manhattan Institute's new report, Energy & the Environment.

No Sacrifice Required

David B. Goldstein, research scientist and Air & Energy program director for the NRDC, and the author of Saving Energy, Growing Jobs: How Environmental Protection Promotes Economic Growth, Competition,Profitability and Innovation, says there's no trade-off between economic and environmental health.

Saving Energy, Growing Jobs is available for purchase at Amazon.com

Building a Green World

Sculptor and architectural artist Maya Lin shares her ideas for building the environmentally-friendly way.

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.

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.