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Monday, October 13 2014

• The Seeds of the Financial Crisis; David Sedaris; Letitia James October 13, 2014

  David Sedaris; Public Advocate&nbsp;Letitia James; effective leaders, not great presidents; 1999: the repeal of Glass-Steagall; and&nbsp;Katha Pollitt&nbsp;on abortion. (episode)

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  • Good Enough Leadership October 13, 2014

    Why&nbsp;shouldn't America have another great President?

  • Holding New York's Worst Landlords - And More - Accountable October 13, 2014

    Letitia James reviews her list of New York City's worst landlords and how to hold them accountable.

  • 25 Years in 25 Days (1999): The Repeal of Glass-Steagall October 13, 2014

    The repeal of Glass-Steagall&nbsp;didn't get much attention in 1999, but it sowed the seeds for&nbsp;the financial crisis. "25 Years in 25 Days" talks to former Labor Secretary Robert Reich.

  • Beyond "Safe, Legal and Rare" October 13, 2014

    Katha Pollitt argues for reframing the discussion on abortion rights as a social good and a normal part of women's reproductive health

  • David Sedaris Goes Long on Selected Shorts October 13, 2014

    David Sedaris talks about why he loves to hear stories read out loud, his tips for writing for the radio, and lots more -- like why he hates the sound of his own voice.