The Gold Standard: Science of Booze, Safety For All

The Brian Lehrer Show | Jun 13, 2014

Steve Forbes, the chairman and editor-in-chief of Forbes Media, advocates for a return to the gold standard. Plus: the delicate balance between ensuring the civil rights of the mentally ill in the criminal justice system with community safety; and an exploration of the science behind the production – and enjoyment – of booze.

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