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The Brian Lehrer Show / August 07, 2008

The Brian Lehrer Show

Thursday, August 07, 2008
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    This summer, people are paying more to fill up their gas tanks. But come winter, it may cost more money to keep your homes warm. Mark Wolfe, with the National Energy Assistance Director's Association, talks about what your heating bill may look like in December. Plus, Senator Charles Schumer looks ahead at the 2008 election, exploring the science of insight, and, move over 7…”lucky 8” is the new number in town.



    Check out our contribution from the recent Slideluck Potshow, an event where folks share their love of food and photos! Last weekend, the Slideluck Potshow was held at McCarren Park Pool in Williamsburg.

Looking to the Elections

Senator Charles Schumer (D-NY), Chairman of the Democratic Senatorial campaigns and author of Positively American: Winning Back the Middle-Class Majority One Family at a Time, looks forward to the upcoming presidential and senatorial elections.

A Cold Winter's Night

The cost to heat your home could be up more than $1,000 this winter. Joining us to give the grim prognosis and what we should do to prepare for a cold winter is Mark Wolfe, Executive Director of the National Energy Assistance Directors’ Association.

National Association of State Energy Officials
New York State Energy Research and Development Authority

Your Credit

Federal authorities charged 11 people with the theft of more than 40 million credit and debit card account numbers - the largest identity theft case in U.S. history. Frank W. Abagnale, Secure Document Consultant, and New York Times reporter, Brad Stone, put this case into context.

The "Aha!" Moment

The very moment when a perfect solution arrives in the brain may now be boiled down to a series of synapses. New Yorker contributor Jonah Lehrer breaks down the science of insight.

What's the Matter with Conservatives

Thomas Frank, author of The Wrecking Crew: How Conservatives Rule, discusses the flaws in free-market conservatism.

Anthrax Update

WNYC Senior Reporter Bob Hennelly gives the latest on the case against anthrax-researcher Bruce E. Ivins.

08/08/08

Tomorrow's date is 08/08/08. In Chinese culture, the number 8 represents good fortune. Jennifer 8 Lee, New York Times Reporter and author of The Fortune Cookie Chronicles: Adventures in the World of Chinese Food talks about the significance of the lucky digit.

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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.