George Santos Released; 30 Issues: Climate and Energy Policy; 10-Question Quiz: Name That Album or Artist; The Military and What We Wear; City Pets: Rabbits
The Brian Lehrer Show | Oct 21, 2025
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On today's show:
- Grace Ashford, New York Times reporter covering New York State politics and government, talks about why President Trump commuted former Congressman George Santos's sentence, which allowed him to leave prison after serving less than three months of his long sentence for crimes related to theft and fraud.
- Caroline Spivack, reporter for Crain's New York Business, talks about the mayoral candidates' climate and energy policies, including their stances on Local Law 97.
- Listeners try their hand at a quiz with questions about iconic albums and recording artists.
- Avery Trufelman, host of the podcast Articles of Interest, talks about the new season of her podcast, where she explores the link between the U.S. military and the clothes we all wear, like t-shirts, hoodies and other exercise gear.
- Throughout this membership drive we are talking about the animals we love and care for in our homes -- our pets. Today, Amy Sedaris, actress, author, producer, rabbit enthusiast and host of the To the Rescue! gala, benefiting Humane World for Animals on November 7, talks about why she loves rabbits and how to help them thrive.
Transcripts are posted to each segment as they become available.
