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The Leonard Lopate Show | May 10, 2010

One of America's most celebrated writers, Philip Roth, talks about his latest novel. Also, Italian cookbook star Marcella Hazan tells stories of her life beyond her fabulous recipes. Actress/singer Diahann Carroll on how she’s broken both racial and age barriers throughout her long career. We look into how the effect the financial crisis could have on small businesses. And on Underreported: find out about U.S.-backed renditions in the Horn of Africa.

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Are Waymo robotaxis actually safer than NYC Uber and taxi drivers?

A new analysis concludes Waymos were involved in more serious crashes per mile than the city’s for-hire fleet.

Gothamist |

Summer Friday: Health & Ultraprocessed Food & America's History with God

For this Summer Friday, some favorite recent interviews, including our annual 'health convening' on ultraprocessed foods and Ilan Stavans on America's history with religious belief

The Brian Lehrer Show |

How Socialist Is the D.S.A.? Megan Romer Explains

Romer, a co-chair of the Democratic Socialists of America, defends some of the D.S.A.’s controversial positions: “I think people like us being rather bold. . . . People want a fighter.”

The New Yorker Radio Hour |

American History Fridays: Lady Bird Johnson