The Brian Lehrer Show

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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Wildfires Are Burning Through Europe Tuesday, August 4, 2026

Chico Harlan discusses the wildfires in Europe and the ways climate change is impacting the continent right now.

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Dr. Fauci Testifies in Congress Tuesday, August 4, 2026

Chelsea Cirruzzo discusses Fauci's testimony after the release of his diary entries from 2020.

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Social Media's Influence on Our Lives Tuesday, August 4, 2026

Kathryn Jezer-Morton talks about her reporting on and experience with the way social media is changing our lives.

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The Private Club Opening at Jacob Riis, "The People's Beach" Tuesday, August 4, 2026

Liam Quigley discusses the controversy around a new private club slated to open this month at Jacob Riis Park.

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Monday Morning Politics: War With Iran Continues Monday, August 3, 2026

F. Gregory Gause on why the U.S. war with Iran has been meaningless so far.

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The Newest New Yorkers Monday, August 3, 2026

Sideya Sherma talks about the department's new report on the demographic makeup of New York City's immigrants.

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Father Martin's Road to the Priesthood Monday, August 3, 2026

James Martin talks about his path to the priesthood, as well as the first American pope.

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Is ICE Activity Picking Up Steam in NYC? Monday, August 3, 2026

Amid reports of ICE activity picking up in NYC, an observer recording ICE agents was pepper sprayed in the face.

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Summer Friday: Ben Rhodes; DSA & Climate; Phishing; Oligarchy; Belief in God Friday, July 31, 2026

For this Summer Friday, some favorite recent interviews on key American speeches; the DSA and climate policy; a phishing scam; oligarchies and belief in God.

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Washington's Changing Approach to AI Legislation Thursday, July 30, 2026

Brendan Bordelon discusses Washington's changing approach to AI regulation amid growing concerns.

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The Case Against the SHSAT Thursday, July 30, 2026

Errol Louis argues it's time to end the use of a single test for admission to NYC's specialized high schools.

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Why to Save a Language Thursday, July 30, 2026

Sophia Smith Galer talks about what's lost when a language dies.

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Defining "Middle Aged" Thursday, July 30, 2026

Julie Beck talks about the difficulty of determining when being "middle aged" actually starts.

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Which Way Will the Senate Go in November? Wednesday, July 29, 2026

Jessica Taylor offers analysis of the competitive Senate races ahead of this November's midterm elections.

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Affordable Food in NYC Wednesday, July 29, 2026

Karen Yi discusses the mayor's announcement that the five city-run grocery stores will offer 30% discounts.

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How We (Fail to) Care for the Aged Wednesday, July 29, 2026

Lucy Schiller shares what she learned when she investigated aging and eldercare.

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What Makes a Good Roommate? Wednesday, July 29, 2026

Allie Volpe offers advice for sharing living space with friends, family or strangers, as listeners share tips.

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Tuesday Morning Politics: Trump, Netanyahu, Zelensky and the Midterms Tuesday, July 28, 2026

Jonathan Lemire talks about the latest national political news.

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Transportation News: Street Cleaning Pilot & Faster Buses Tuesday, July 28, 2026

Stephen Nessen talks about some recent proposals for faster buses and a pilot street cleaning program.

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States Pull Back Solar Incentives Tuesday, July 28, 2026

Francesca Paris talks about why some states have rolled back incentives that unlock savings for solar customers.