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Sen. Murphy on Reclaiming the Common Good

U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy talks about his new book on crises underlying current politics.
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Can New York State Get 'Beyond Plastic?'

Former EPA admin Judith Enck discusses her support for a new law on recycling and packaging.
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American 'Participatory Inequality'

Jeffrey Winters, professor of political science at Northwestern University, talks about the history of oligarchy.
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The Knicks Win! Your Stories of Sports Exuberance

After the Knicks dominant performance in the Eastern Conference, listeners call in to share their joy.
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Memorial Day; Life Advice; Susan Page; Moral Injuries; The Mets

Memorial Day in History; Advice for Finding Your Life's Work; The Queen & the Presidents; Moral Injuries on the Battlefield and Beyond; A 'People's History' of the Mets
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Brian Lehrer Weekend: National News With Kai and Carter; Hantavirus Fact and Fiction; How Belief in God Has Changed

Three of our favorite segments from the week, in case you missed them.
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Mamdani's First "Neighborhood-Level" Housing Plan

David Brand discusses Mayor Zohran Mamdani's “South of Prospect Plan."
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Growing Concern Over Military Strikes Against Cuba

Nahal Toosi discusses what sort of military action might be on the table to force the pressure on Cuba.
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What the Everlane-Shein Sale Means for the Future of Sustainable Fashion

Elizabeth Clin talks about what the sale reveals about so-called sustainable fashion and the limits of ethical consumerism.
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Why New York Bagel and Pizza Recipes May Change

Julia Moskin talks about New York's proposed ban on potassium bromate, which is used in NY bagels and pizza.
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