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Wednesday, February 4 2015

  • Mayor de Blasio; Bioethics and DNA; P.C. Policing February 4, 2015

    Mayor Bill de Blasio discusses his agenda for New York City. Plus: What would it mean for a baby to have three parents? Then, Jonathan Chait; paparazzi; and Bob Dylan's new album. (episode)

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    • The UK is Ready for Three-Parent Babies February 4, 2015

      What about the U.S.? After a vote yesterday to legalize the reproductive technology in the UK, we talk about the science and ethical concerns over three-parent babies.

    • Jonathan Schwartz + John Schaefer + Bob Dylan February 4, 2015

      Bob Dylan is not a guest on today's show, but WNYC's Jonathan Schwartz and John Schaefer join us to discuss his new&nbsp;Sinatra cover album.&nbsp;

    • De Blasio: 'If You Build It They Will Come' February 4, 2015

      Mayor de Blasio joined us to talk about his plan to address the growing population of New York City, particularly with affordable housing and more infrastructure&mdash;like ferries.

    • Jonathan Chait On The P.C.-Outrage Machine February 4, 2015

      He&nbsp;writes:&nbsp;"the p.c. movement has assumed a towering presence in the psychic space of politically active people in general and the left in particular."

    • Poverty, Mental Health and Criminal Justice February 4, 2015

      Cindy Rodriguez, WNYC reporter, talks about her four-part series looking at the way poverty and mental health intersect with the criminal justice system.

    • Will Gawker Kill the First Amendment? February 4, 2015

      A new book looks at what Gawker, TMZ, and other paparazzi outlets mean for freedom of the press.&nbsp;