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Tuesday, September 16 2014

  • Big Ideas: Carmen FariƱa, Brad Lander, Franklin Foer September 16, 2014

    City Council Member&nbsp;Brad Lander, New Republic editor&nbsp;Franklin Foer, New York City Schools Chancellor&nbsp;Carmen Fari&ntilde;a&nbsp;and a look at the sentimental meaning of the clothes we wear. (episode)

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    • It's Bag Week September 16, 2014

      For some, a plastic bag is the most beautiful thing ever seen. For others, it&rsquo;s superfluous litter, and a campaign is underway this week to push for reusable bag use.

    • Deadly Force for Broken Windows September 16, 2014

      WNYC investigative reporter Robert Lewis discusses his examination of the record of the police officer who put the chokehold on Eric Garner.

    • How the New Republic Has Mattered September 16, 2014

      New Republic editor Franklin Foer discusses&nbsp;the magazine's 100th birthday, and the&nbsp;new book that compiles some of the most important essays and authors that have&nbsp;graced its pages.

    • A New Model for Parent-Teacher Conferences September 16, 2014

      New York City schools chancellor Carmen Fari&ntilde;a and a teacher discuss how to get the most from parent-teacher conferences, including this week's introductory sessions.

    • The Clothes You Love So Much September 16, 2014

      Emily Spivack, author of Worn Stories and contributor Piper Kerman discuss why clothes become sentimental objects,&nbsp;plus&nbsp;your&nbsp;stories behind the one garment that matters most to you.