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The Brian Lehrer Show
Talking about Language
March 19, 2010
Linguist, lexicographer and the new "On Language" columnist for the New York Times Magazine,
The Leonard Lopate Show
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo
March 19, 2010
Actress Noomi Rapace and director Niels Arden Oplev discuss their new film “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo,” the first film based on Stieg Larsson’s “Millennium” trilogy.
Soundcheck
Gerald Finley
March 19, 2010
Canadian-born Gerald Finley is an operatic baritone with a literary bent. He joins us to share his latest CD, which includes roles that he created himself.
Spinning On Air
Will Stratton: Free Download
March 14, 2010
Will Stratton brought some songs and three guitars into the WNYC Studio to perform and he has made all the songs he recorded for the show available as a free download album.
The Iraq War: New York Veterans Share Their Stories
by Femi Oke
This week marks the seventh anniversary of the war in Iraq, making it one of the longest wars in American history. WNYC met up with two retired marines from New York to hear about their experiences in Iraq.
Christie Takes on NJ Teachers’ Union
by Bob Hennelly
New Jersey public school districts are predicting significant layoffs and program cutbacks if the legislature goes along with Gov. Chris Christie's budget. WNYC spoke with the governor, who says the state’s shortfall left him with few options.
Chopin's 'Raindrop' Prelude
The Fishko Files
This month, the world is celebrating the bicentennial of Frederic Chopin. Locally, we’re celebrating what we hope is the end of a long, long winter. As Sara Fishko tells us, "Chopin" and "winter" came together in 1838 to create a popular musical favorite.
Join in the WhiBi Twitter Tour
by Carolina Miranda
WNYC wants plugged-in social media types to share their insights on the Whitney Biennial, through the networking platform of your choice. Tell us why you should be a part of it.
Boots on the Ground: Stories from the War in Iraq
Airs Saturday at 2PM and Sunday at 8PM on AM 820 through April 4
From Wisconsin Public Radio, WNYC brings you Boots On The Ground, a five-part mini-series from the producers of To The Best of Our Knowledge. This weekend's episode is "Esprit de Corps."
On the March
The Brian Lehrer Show
March 19, 2010
The House is set to vote on health reform this weekend. New York Times columnists David Brooks and Gail Collins discuss the messy politics around the final push for this legislation. And, day laborers from New York are marching en masse to Washington D.C. Hear what they want from Congress. Plus, modifications to No Child Left Behind; taking advantage of cutting-edge medicine; and Ben Zimmer on language.
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Lives Intersecting
The Leonard Lopate Show
March 19, 2010
On today’s show, NPR's Deborah Amos (right) reports on the Sunni diaspora. Then, Chris Cleave on his novel Little Bee. And, we discuss the film adaptation of the international bestseller The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo. Plus, our latest Please Explain is all about hypnotism.
Hoboken Looks for Solutions to Frequent Flooding
by Habiba Nosheen
A new pumping station and green gardens should help the city deal with heavy storm waters. Will those measures be enough to avoid floods like the ones that brought Hoboken to a near standstill last week?
The Grateful Dead in Gotham
Soundcheck
March 19, 2010
The Grateful Dead began their long, strange trip in San Francisco. But the road took them to New York more than 150 times. Today: behind a new exhibit of Dead memorabilia at the New-York Historical Society. Also, we hear how the band’s business tactics paved the way for social networking. And later: baritone Gerald Finley talks about pursuing a love of literature inside the opera world.
Celebrating Leonard
Join Our Salute to The Leonard Lopate Show
On Thursday, March 25, host Andy Borowitz and a roster of all-star guests will gather at The Cooper Union to mark Leonard's 25 years on WNYC. In the meantime, enjoy a Leonard photo gallery, toast Leonard with haikus and find out how you can join in the celebration.
WNYC's The Greene Space
Battle of the Boroughs
Talent Throwdown in The Greene Space
Be there for the showdown this spring as new artists compete for a featured performance in The Greene Space. Come vote for your favorites and enjoy beer, wine and snacks on the house.
Brooklyn battled first on March 5th. View the performances now on thegreenespace.org
Manhattan is next on April 2nd—the lineup will be announced March 22nd!
WNYC Events
Music, Memories and Mockery
On Thursday, March 25, host Andy Borowitz and a roster of all-star guests will gather at The Cooper Union's Great Hall to celebrate Leonard's 25 years on WNYC with A Leonard Lopate 25th Anniversary Roast. Purchase tickets now
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