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The Brian Lehrer Show

Friday, September 21, 2007
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    Banking on Lower Income Neighborhoods

    Banks open branches in most neighborhoods, but they usually avoid the lower-income ones. Derrick D. Cephas, the president of Amalgamated Banks, explains why he's courting New Yorkers in these areas. Plus, we want to know if you met your spouse using the internet; how the Irish and the Saudis are helping to prop up Manhattan real estate prices; a look at Senator Obama's week on the campaign trail, with a call-in for African-American listeners on his candidacy; and we listen live to the Albany D.A.'s press conference on Choppergate.

What a Week He's Had

Jonathan Capehart, editorial board member for The Washington Post, discusses Senator Obama's long week on the campaign trail.

Democracy's Living Room: Barack Obama

African American voters call in to say if they are supporting Barack Obama, despite criticism in the media that he might not be "Black enough," or may be too inexperienced.

Underserved or Overbanked?

Some New York neighborhoods have banks on every corner, while others are underserved. One bank that’s going where others fear to tread is Amalgamated Bank. President and CEO Derrick Cephas explains why.

Following Up: Are Foreigners Propping up House Prices?

The rest of the country is dealing with a downturn in the housing market, but the New York market still seems to be bucking the trend. We look at why we may have foreigners to thank, and find out where they come from, with Jonathan Miller, president and CEO of Miller Samuel, a real estate appraisal company.

Jonathan Miller's graph comparing housing inventory in America to foreign exchange rates

Following Up: Internet Marrieds

Microtrends author and political pollster Mark Penn indentified those who met their spouses through online dating as a new demographic group. We take calls from the "internet marrieds."

The End of Choppergate?

The Albany County D.A. has concluded his investigation into the "Choppergate" scandal and found the governor and his staff broke no laws. We'll hear live coverage from this morning's press conference.

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.