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The Brian Lehrer Show

Tuesday, June 17, 2008
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    A Thousand Flowers Bloom

    Craig Newmark, founder of the eponymous list is an advocate of radical, innovative democracy. He'll be part of the Personal Democracy Forum" at Lincoln Center next week. Fareed Zakaria discusses his new CNN program, Fareed Zakaria GPS which covers international affairs from a global perspective, and John Cage meets Grandmaster Flash in the trip-hop turn-tabling of DJ Spooky.

A Walk in the Park (Avenue)

On three Saturdays this summer, New Yorkers can stroll, skate, or cycle along traffic free streets. Janette Sadik-Khan, Commissioner of the New York City Department of Transportation, explains the city's experimental Summer Streets initiative.

Open Phones: Bloomberg Report Card

Mayor Bloomberg's approval ratings are up. We want to hear from you: What grade would you give him? How do you think he's doing?

Comment below!

A List Apart

Craig Newmark, founder of Craigslist, talks about personal democracy, peer-to-peer communication, and his pursuits beyond Craigslist.

Event:
Craig Newmark will take part in the Personal Democracy Forum at Lincoln Center next week.

Esoteric Hip-Hop

Musician, conceptual artist and writer DJ Spooky (aka Paul D. Miller) looks at composition and digital media in his new book/cd Sound Unbound.

DJ Spooky's website

Rising Overhead

As more airlines prepare to institute the baggage fee, overhead space will become even more contested. Wall Street Journal travel editor and Middle Seat columnist Scott McCartney explains the new pricing structure--and talks about why airlines will be using "carry-on baggage police."

Will the new luggage fees force you to travel lighter? Or will you continue to pack as you always have? Comment below!

Where in the World is Fareed Zakaria?

Fareed Zakaria, Newsweek columnist, host of Fareed Zakaria GPS and the author of The Post-American World, weighs in on world news.

Fareed Zakaria's website

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.