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The Brian Lehrer Show

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Brian Lehrer leads the conversation about what matters most now in local and national politics, our own communities and our lives.

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Fred Kaplan, Slate's War Stories columnist and the author of many nonfiction books and his latest, a novel, A Capital Calamity (Miniver Press, 2024), discusses recent Trump administration moves to define The United States' relationship with The Europ... more

Jimmy Wales, the founder of Wikipedia and the Wikimedia Foundation and the author of The Seven Rules of Trust: A Blueprint for Building Things That Last (Crown Currency, 2025), talks about how Wikipedia was able to rely on the "wisdom of the crowd" e... more

Nancy Solomon, host of the “Ask Governor Murphy” monthly call-in show, recaps her conversation with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy.

If you put down your phone, will you grasp for a book? Jay Caspian Kang, staff writer for The New Yorker, where he writes a weekly column called Fault Lines, discusses his latest story, "If You Quit Social Media, Will You Read More Books?"

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David Bier
Director of Immigration Studies and the Selz Foundation Chair in Immigration Policy at the Cato Institute
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Julie Bessinen
Published an article in The New York Times about package theft in her building
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Brian Vines
Marketplace Equity Reporter at Consumer Reports
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Tracy K. Smith
Pulitzer Prize-winning poet and former US Poet Laureate from 2017 to 2019
Harvard University
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Dominic Romayo
Long-time superintendent providing tips for building residents on package security.
Episode: Are "Porch Pirates" Stealing Your Packages?
Julie Besonen
Writer for the New York Times who wrote about package theft in her building.
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Episode: Are "Porch Pirates" Stealing Your Packages?
Marshall Curry
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Anna Kodé
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Host

Brian Lehrer
Host engages with guests and listeners about current events, community issues, and political matters, encouraging active participation.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.7k ratings
  • Substitute hosts

    I think so highly of Brian that hate it when he takes well-deserved vacations. His guest hosts really try and some are very good, but he’s a hard act to follow or match! He has spoiled his listeners with his intelligence, humor and good radio voice.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fanfromohio
    United States22 days ago
  • Great rundown of local and relevant national news.

    I love listening to Brian Lehrer’s show to keep up with NYC news as well as New York and New Jersey. Straight and to the point. Factual. No nonsense. Always covering important topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BKP9919
    United States3 months ago
  • These companies have agreed with the administration to delay the tariff cost to customers until after the midterms. The felon knows he won't survive if the House or Senate is flipped. When have you ever known a business to absorb the increased cost of production? That would be never. Don't be fooled, people.

    Podcast Addict
    4
    Abundant Capital Group
    4 months ago
  • platforming islamophobia

    accusing a muslim lawmaker of antisemitism or otherwise having plans to target NYC jewish communities is offensive and defamatory. shame on lehrer and senator gillibrand

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    virginscrewdriver
    United States6 months ago
  • We Know The King

    Brian is always a funny guy and knowledgeable about our city. He seems wimpy, but asks tough questions at exactly the right moment. Always on our side! He is one of a kind.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cesare Beccaria
    United States6 months ago

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Many showcase a fondness for the engaging and intellectually rigorous approach taken by the host.
Some express frustration over perceived biases in coverage, indicating the show's polarizing nature for certain political opinions.
Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions that keep them informed about current events and local politics.

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#71
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#112
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ICE Family Separation in NYC
Q: Where does it go from here?
The case will likely proceed to the courts, where federal judges may become involved regarding the separation of the father and son.
ICE Family Separation in NYC
Q: How unusual is it for the father and the child to have been separated?
It's uncertain what family separation looks like under the current administration, but family separations are typically quick and often happen at the border, making this case notable.
ICE Family Separation in NYC
Q: What happened here and how did you learn of it to break this story?
The family was arrested during a scheduled ICE check-in after seeking asylum. Gwynne learned about the situation from a volunteer network observing immigration court hearings.
Why to Read Poetry
Q: What does the US Poet Laureate actually do?
The job description is ample, allowing the laureate to do as much or as little as they wish, often including public projects to promote poetry.
Why to Read Poetry
Q: Can you tell us how you first found poetry?
I found poetry many times, but the moment that summoned me to it was in college, thousands of miles from home, feeling lost and questioning my place in the world.

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1. David Bier
2. Jeffrey Mays
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4. Brian Vines
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