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“The start of my day is totally out of sync whenever Brian is substituted by a someone else filling in for him while he’s taking a well deserved break to rest his vocal chords. That’s how integral listening to his fair- minded, commentry and decency is to restoring my equilibrium in these out of...”Read full review »
Sus-Tone via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/01/24
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“I’ve been listening to The Brian Lehrer Show for decades, but now it’s even more important to me. It’s a one place that I am sure that what I am hearing is clear, unambiguous, and free of personal prejudice. Brian is infinitely.upbeat, understanding and very, very good at managing calls,...”Read full review »
Lcilight via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/25/24
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“You had a woman on who said it is ok for people to break in and occupy Columbia because “thats what happens in protests”, you need to be better as a media host. Im really disappointed that you didnt even bring up the fact that jewish students werent allowed to go to class which is against federal...”Read full review »
JS from NYC via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/03/24
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“Many thanks for your show. Please focus less on the so called genocide and focus more on the bravery and courage of Israel for living next to terror and facing hate from the entire world that no other nation would be subjected to. Please share stories of the hostages living and dead. The only...”Read full review »
anyaspector via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/13/24
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“Used to be a fair look at policy alternatives
Now a one sided Gaza obsession
Anti semitic racist perspective
No solutions
No alternative
or creative ideas for resolution of conflict”
spasrky via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/15/24
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“Another long-time listener (decades) sickened and devastated by Brian’s flagrant parroting of Israeli government talking points and overt dehumanization of Palestinians. I truly can not stomach it any longer.”
enw via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/10/24
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“I’ve admired Brian Lehrer’s reporting for a long time but tremendously disappointed in his conversation with guests discussing Palestine. Depriving women, children, elderly, and the sick of food, water, energy, medical supplies, and forcing people to evacuate their home, then bombing the homes...”Read full review »
V-Spain via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/12/24
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“Great show. Brian Lehrer is a top talent. He does a compelling, insightful, and informative show. But the podcast’s release schedule is extremely unreliable. You never know when or if the segments will be available, and they never come out in the order they were aired. Doesn’t the podcast...”Read full review »
aceisen via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/22/23
“Disgusted with the lack of transparency and real reporting/discussion on Gaza and the genocide occurring. As a news source and supposedly journalistic endeavor, they are aiding the genocide. Shame on you Brian. I have stopped listening to npr and any public radio, I am only listening to democracy...”Read full review »
orahm via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/12/23
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“I've listened to this show for twenty years but lately I cannot stomach the awful framing of this genocide. I had given WNYC a pass for blaming inflation on workers, but this is too far. I have doubled my giving to Democracy Now! instead.”Read full review »
Christian5732 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/04/23
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“I remember listening to The Brian Lehrer show during the march for Black Lives in 2020 and being impressed at what seemed to be fairly even-handed discussions. I tuned in today (2023-10-26) to listen to a segment with Robin Wright on Israel’s war against the Palestinians and was appalled. At a...”Read full review »
RA in LA via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/26/23
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“The latest episode that Brian led so eloquently on migrants in NYC schools is cathartic and marvelously presented — a discussion of the history, energy and process of integrating new immigrants into the city school system. Without diminishing the difficulties, he emphasizes the assets they do...”Read full review »
wldavidvreader via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/08/23
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“If you were to make a list of the upcoming topics on any given Brian Lehrer show, I’d read them and think, those aren’t really my cup of tea. But I’ve learned over years of listening to Brian Lehrer every day that he can make absolutely any topic scintillating. Parking meter rules, senate races,...”Read full review »
A real chick via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/23/23
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“I don't know how Brain does it, but he's been consistently excellent ever since I started listening. He's well-informed and compassionate about the topics he covers, and he presents his ideas with fairness and intellectual rigor. I feel fortunate to have discovered this podcast a few...”Read full review »
dmAcademy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/06/23
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“Love starting my day with Brian! I am better informed thanks to this show and it’s talented host. Grateful for this show, can’t recommend it enough!”
jill17 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/28/23
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“However, I miss the weekly “Ask the Mayor” segment (even though I am Spanish listener that lives in Madrid - Spain).”
Miniyo46 via Apple Podcasts ·
Spain ·
03/12/23
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“There are few people in broadcast journalism as professional, humane and insightful as Brian. And he’s funny too! He covers the spectrum of topics, with NYC often being part of the story. He is the definition of an adept moderator who is informed enough to add to the discussion and never afraid...”Read full review »
Hockey9966 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/11/23
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“Thank you Brian Lehrer and staff! The guests are informative and hearing from listeners gives me a great perspective.”
MichelleInNYC via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/12/22
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“Brian is a voice of reason and diplomacy in these polarized times! So grateful for Brian!”
Betta NY via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/01/22
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“Always informative and a great variety of topic”
VPaksie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/24/22
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“The show is a local and national treasure of nuanced, thoughtful, balanced journalism covering all facets of politocs, culture, science and society.”
MarkLMT via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/18/22
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“Brian Lehrer has been an important part of my days since 2001 - shortly after 9/11. He is an amazing interviewer and encyclopedic resource on all things NYC.”
Annnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnaaaaaa via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/27/22
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“As many listeners say, “Brian is a national treasure.” Literally the only thing you should listen to even if you need a news break, Brisn makes even the heaviest topics seem not as horrible. Thank you, Brian for all that you do!”
jojobeenyc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/29/22
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“This podcast/WNYC show is so insightful and timely! Thank goodness it exists, I hope for many more seasons. Brian and his team are clearly brilliant and take care to invite guests of many different experiences and backgrounds.”
Go2There via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/28/22
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“Rare to find such kindness and warmth in such an intelligent person. I love this podcast because of the topics, but more importantly, because of the brilliant host. His guests are top notch too.”
PJeth111 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/17/22
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“The show has become an echo chamber that promotes division in our city, state and country. The show was once more locally sourced to but now funnels people from major corporate cable networks that drive on profits and not on adequately informing the public on issues that matter across all ages,...”Read full review »
mondulus via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/12/22
“BL is masterful at facilitating important conversations and navigating the wide range of views and opinions of his guest and listeners who call in. Bravo to him and his staff!”
ST_314 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/01/22
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“I gave the show 5 stars only because that’s all that’s available, it deserves much more.”
DiahannL via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/31/22
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Guy Gallo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/16/22
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“Oh no! Is the podcast now bundling the whole episode into one file instead of the segments? That was so helpful for me as a listener.”
jennypaper via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/01/22
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“When AOC said that Biden should eliminate the filibuster, I was surprised that your guest didn’t clarify that Biden does not have the power to do that. The power to eliminate the filibuster comes back to Joe Manchin (and others), which is where AOC started her rant. She talked herself into an...”Read full review »
Storlietelling via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/20/21
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“Whenever a living human being is intentionally destroyed it is effectively murder. That is why all abortions are murder.”
cfdrew to hog via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/07/21
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“I learn so much from Brian Lehrer and his guests. I’m often compelled to follow up what I learn on the show with further research. I truly wish others would follow the show, too, so that we all can become better informed. Brian Lehrer is a human treasure. Thank you.”
swingin_splanky via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/28/21
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“Brian L is a namby pamby pinko robot made in china 🇨🇳 spewing leftist propaganda”
Dill BeBasio via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/22/21
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“The best of the best of looking into what is prevalent in news and giving the best most reasonable view the only person who gives you both sides of the coin”
adele57 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/08/21
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“Essential listening for all New Yorkers!”
Vmora29 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/07/21
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“He is my most trusted voice of NYC.”
loudonfast via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/29/21
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“I listened to an episode that was recommended to me as a must listen. It wasn’t.”
Jacob.Martin via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/12/21
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“Informative. Fair-minded. Inquisitive. Intelligent. Challenging (but politely so). Eager to give fair time to opposing views. Level-headed. Calm. Fact-based. Fact-seeking. Letting experts talk. Letting callers talk. Respectful. Guiding. Moderating. Thoughtful. And wryly (and slyly) humorous. A...”Read full review »
u2heads via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/03/21
“I’ve been listening to the Brian Lehrer Show for decades. Decades! I have seen his political viewpoints change over the years. He used to be unbiased and would bring on guests who would cover both sides of the political spectrum. It would allow his audience to decide for themselves. The topics...”Read full review »
scarletbegonias2 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/05/21
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“I’ll simply reiterate what so many others have said: Brian is so kind, respectful and witty. Asks all the right questions and listens without prejudice to all sides. How lucky are we NY?”
Esguts73 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/30/20
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“Love the show. Focuses on Larger issues than NYC and Good NYC “local” which is massive!!!”
Happy tot via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/28/20
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