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The Brian Lehrer Show / June 01, 2009

The Brian Lehrer Show

Monday, June 01, 2009
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  • Capitol Hill

    Don’t Break Stride

    Anthony Weiner may no longer be a candidate for Mayor, but his work as Congressman continues. He discusses his decision to drop out of the race and his current legislative priorities. Plus, Gail Collins of the New York Times on student loan lender dirty tricks; Doug Rushkoff on how the world became a corporation; and NYC’s best running routes.

Still on the Hill

Congressman Anthony Weiner (D-NY 9th) talks about dropping out of the mayor's race and what his priorities are now that he's back to being a full-time representative.

Of Her Times

New York Times columnist Gail Collins talks about student loans, Sonia Sotomayor, and other news.

Ownership Society

Media thinker Doug Rushkoff discusses his new book Life Inc.: How the World Became a Corporation and How to Take It Back.

Fun On Foot

Warwick Ford outdoor runner and author of Fun on Foot in New York dishes on the best running routes in the City.

Birthday Bridge

Sam Schwartz, president of the New York City Bridge Centennial Commission and "Gridlock Sam" columnist for the Daily News, talks about the 100th anniversaries of the Queensboro and other NYC bridges.

Hunter College students will be burying a centennial time capsule at the foot of the Queensboro Bridge. Tell us what you would put in a Queensboro Bridge time capsule? Or tell us your favorite Queensboro Bridge story. Comment below!

See a list of Queensboro Bridge centennial celebration events

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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.