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The Brian Lehrer Show

Monday, February 11, 2008
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    Bread and Politics

    Our two chief exports – democracy and business – are often thought of as the two greatest social forces in shaping our national identity. Robert Reich, the former secretary of labor under Bill Clinton, joins us to talk about the economics of U.S. politics and breaks down the presidential field. Plus: a new investigative book examining the 9/11 commission; talking about God; and the nuances of homemade bread.

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Politics, Business and Democracy

Robert Reich, author, professor of public policy at University of California at Berkeley, and former secretary of labor in the Clinton administration, discusses his new book on business and democracy and breaks down this year's presidential race.

SuperCapitalism: The Transformation of Business, Democracy, and Everyday Life is available for purchase at Amazon.com

Inside the 9/11 Commission

Philip Shenon, investigative reporter at the New York Times, discusses his new book which details the shortcomings of the 9/11 commission.

The Commission: The Uncensored History of the 9/11 Investigation is available for purchase at Amazon.com

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Speaking to Krista

Krista Tippett, host of Speaking of Faith on public radio and author of Speaking of Faith: Why Religion Matters--and How to Talk About It, tells us how to converse about God.

Speaking of Faith: Why Religion Matters--and How to Talk About It is available for purchase at Amazon.com

Something to Chew On: No-Knead Bread

People used to shy away from baking their own bread. But not anymore, since Jim Lahey, owner of Sullivan Street Bakery "rediscovered" no-knead bread. He talks about why his kneading days are behind him--and returning bread making to the masses.

Watch Jim Lahey and Mark Bittman making no-knead bread here.

See Sullivan Street Bakery's No Knead Bread Recipe

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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.