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WNYC Special Coverage
Inauguration: Share Your Story
Let us know your thoughts on next week’s historic swearing-in of President-elect Barack Obama by phoning in your 30-second message to 1-800-543-2543, or by posting a comment.
The Leonard Lopate Show
From Farm to Table
January 16, 2009
Please Explain is all about our modern food systems, and how food gets from the farm to the table.
The Brian Lehrer Show
Religion and Inauguration
January 16, 2009
The Takeaway
Fixing the Global Economy
January 16, 2009
The Obama administration has unveiled a plan that demands a restructuring of the global financial system. For an assessment of this plan, we are joined by finance writer Janet Tavakoli.
Soundcheck
The Red Violin
January 16, 2009
Elizabeth Pitcairn is the owner of the Red Violin, crafted by Stadivarius in 1720 and one of the finest instruments in the world. She joins us to perform live in our studio.
Investigation Begins in Plane Crash
AP
January 16, 2009
A team of 20 National Transportation Safety Board investigators has begun looking into how Thursday's near-disaster happened. A US Airways pilot ditched his disabled jetliner into the frigid Hudson River after what appeared to be a collision with a flock of birds knocked out both engines. Rescuers pulled all 155 people on board into boats.
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Hazel Scott as Herself
The Fishko Files
January 15, 2009
Performer Hazel Scott is perhaps remembered for her glamour. But as WNYC's Sara Fishko tells us, a new book and an old CD can help us appreciate the details of her life and work. Here is the next 'Fishko Files'...
The Obamas in 1996
The Takeaway
January 16, 2009
In 1996, Barack and Michelle Obama were photographed for a book on couples in America. The Obamas were young professionals surprisingly open about their relationship and future plans. A political career? "It's unclear." Writer-photographer Mariana Cook talks about the interview and her photos.
Service Monday
The Brian Lehrer Show
MLK Day is Monday, and since 1994 it has existed as a national day of service. This year the Obama administration is encouraging a renewed spirit of service.
We want you to help other Brian Lehrer Show listeners find opportunities for service. Are you planning on participating on Monday? Where? Provide the details below!- Comments [26]
Food on the Table
The Leonard Lopate Show
January 16, 2009
Currently around 35 million Americans don’t have enough to eat. Find out why there is a problem of hunger in our land of plenty. Also, a look at the new hit play "Becky Shaw."
The British Invasion, Examined
Soundcheck
January 16, 2009
Find out how today’s headlines parallel the conditions that helped create British pop music in the 1950s and ‘60s. Also, Violinist Elizabeth Pitcairn performs live on her famous Red Violin.
The Transition
WNYC Special Coverage
President-elect Barack Obama will be sworn in as the 44th president on Jan. 20. WNYC is following all news and developments during the nation's transition of power.
A Journey of Hope: From Protest to Presidency
Martin Luther King Day Event
An afternoon of discussion, music, poetry and celebration exploring the dreams of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and what the election of Barack Obama means for the future of the civil rights movement. Moderators are WNYC's Brian Lehrer and The Takeaway's Adaora Udoji.
MLK Slideshow >>
Uncommon Sense
Economy in Flux
The nation's economic crisis has deepened as stock prices have plummeted, credit has frozen, and automakers and banks teeter on the brink of bankruptcy. WNYC takes a closer look at the ongoing issues in the financial sector and how they affect New Yorkers.
Get our daily update "Financial 411"!
WNYC Streaming on iPhone
Available in the Public Radio Tuner, Nullriver Tuner
Introducing the Public Radio Tuner. iPhone users can now listen to WNYC for free via streaming audio on their iPhones.
WNYC Blogs
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WNYC ART.CULT: Last Night, Right Now, and Beyond — January 16, 2009 - Comments (0) Fake Your Death, “Garden of Earthly Delights” and Golden Festival -
WNYC News Blog — January 16, 2009 - Comments (0) “Are You There, Barack? It’s Me, Artist.” -
Soundcheck Blog — January 16, 2009 - Comments (0) Birth of Britpop
Vote 2008
Radio Lab Podcast The brand new season of Radiolab has arrived. Check out the first episode, Choice, and stay tuned for Sperm, Race, Diagnosis, and Yellow Fluff and Other Curious Encounters... »WNYC Twitter Updates
On January 20, a historic inauguration will take place in the midst of one of the worst economic downturns in this nation’s history. In this time of transition, can our hopes outweigh our fears? Share your thoughts by joining our Public Insight Network. » globalFEST 2009 Listen On-Demand
This year's globalFEST featured 12 international musical artists on the verge of fame. If you missed the show, you can listen to the music and see pictures right here.» Noteworthy New York
Soundcheck invited musicians and artists to help us select their favorite cultural destinations in the neighborhoods where they live.
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- The Brian Lehrer Show: Risky Business (01/12/2009)
- The Brian Lehrer Show: Cog in the Wheel (01/15/2009)
- The Brian Lehrer Show: Benefit Deficit (01/13/2009)
- The Brian Lehrer Show: Broadway and Beyond (01/09/2009)
- The Leonard Lopate Show: What Happened (01/12/2009)
- Radiolab: Yellow Fluff and Other Curious Encounters (12/12/2008)
- The Brian Lehrer Show: Diplomacy in the Middle East (01/14/2009)
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