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Left, Right and Center is a weekly half-hour radio broadcast and podcast produced by KCRW in Santa Monica.

On this show the panelists begin by talking about the Supreme Court’s hearings on the topic of gay marriage.  They talk about the shift in public opinion and the shift in positions of members of Congress.

The debate on the panel then turns to the issue of immigration reform.  Perhaps a guest worker program will emerge but differences will have to be overcome between labor groups and business groups.

The participants on the show are Robert Sheer who represents the left, Matthew Continetti,who represents the right,  and Dan Schnur, subbing for Matt Miller, the moderator, who represents the center.

At the end of this entertaining show the participants each have a 30 second rant to summarize the issue that each sees as most significant.

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Left, Right and Center is a  weekly half-hour radio broadcast and podcast produced by KCRW in Santa  Monica.

On this show the panelists begin by talking about the new jobs report which they characterize as a glass half full.  The stock market is now at an all time high so the economy appears to be a story of those who have large assets and are able to invest them to create more wealth and a story of those who can’t get ahead through the jobs market.  Might there be another crash?  Is the decline of the middle class permanent?

The panel also talks about the President dining with Republican leaders to charm them into an agreement.

Next they talk about the filibuster length speech by Senator Rand Paul against the possibility of aerial drone strikes against US citizens.

They also talk briefly about Paul Ryan’s upcoming budget proposal.

The participants on the show are Robert Sheer who represents the left, Matthew Continetti,who represents the right, Melody Barnes who represents the digital media, and Matt Miller, the moderator, who represents the center.

At the end of this entertaining show the participants each have a 30 second rant to summarize the issue that each sees as most significant.

Click here to be taken to KCRW’s website and the Left, Center, and Right podcast.

Left, Right and Center is a weekly half-hour radio broadcast and podcast produced by KCRW in Santa Monica.

On this show the panelists begin by talking about the use of drones against US citizens abroad.  The issue continues the debate about the use of torture.   It also highlights the issue of the prison at Guantanamo Bay and the difficulty of capture versus elimination.  The practice is very unpopular abroad.  A few years from now other nations will possess the same technology and how will they treat this issue?  Ends justify the means?

The panel also talks about the Republican Party trying to redefine itself and the news that the Post Office will discontinue Saturday service.

They also talk about the upcoming State of the Union Address and wonder if President Obama will address unemployment and jobs creation, a subject that he ignored in his Inaugural Address.  They preview some other aspects of the upcoming Address.

The participants on the show are Robert Sheer who represents the left, Byron York who represents the right, Chrystia Freeland who represents the digital media, and Matt Miller, the moderator, who represents the center.

At the end of this entertaining show the participants each have a 30 second rant to summarize the issue that each sees as most significant.

Click here to be taken to the Left, Right and Center home page where you can download or listen to the podcast.

Left, Right and Center is a weekly half-hour radio broadcast and podcast produced by KCRW in Santa Monica.

On this show the panelists talk about President Obama’s inauguration and speech.

The three panel members begin the show by talking about the inauguration speech of President Obama.  Robert Sheer said that the wideranging speech contained all that was hoped it would contain.  Jim Antle presented a more conservative view.  They have a spirited discussion of health care costs and defense budgets and education.

The panel talks about women in combat roles in the military.  What might be the consequences?

They also talk about CIA leaks recently discovered and about the new appointments just made by the President.

The participants on the show are Robert Sheer who represents the left, Jim Angle who represents the right, and Matt Miller, the moderator, who represents the center.

At the end of this entertaining show the participants each have a 30 second rant to summarize the issue that each sees as most significant.

Click here to be taken to the Left, Right and Center home page where you can download or listen to the podcast.

Left, Right and Center is a weekly half-hour radio broadcast and podcast produced by KCRW in Santa Monica.

On this show the panelists talk about crunch time for the political candidates around the nation, just a few days prior to the national election on Tuesday.

The three panel members begin the show by talking about the employment numbers just out.  They differ in their interpretations of the results.  They also talk about Hurricane Sandy and the aftermath.  They also talk about Governor Christie and Mayor Bloomberg and their participation this week.

The panel talks about climate change, social issues, health care, and immigration issues and how these issues may affect the election outcome.

The participants on the show are Robert Sheer who represents the left, Matthew Continetti who represents the right, and Matt Miller, the moderator, who represents the center.

At the end of this entertaining show the participants each have a 30 second rant to summarize the issue that each sees as most significant.

Click here to be taken to the Left, Right and Center home page where you can download or listen to the podcast.

Left, Right and Center is a weekly half-hour radio broadcast and podcast produced by KCRW in Santa Monica.

On this show the panelists first talk about the Vice Presidential debate between Joe Biden and Paul Ryan.  Lewis and Miller thought the debate was a draw while Sheer thought Joe Biden won easily. Both candidates seemed to fire up their base but neither seemed to change anybody’s mind.

The three panel members have a lively discussion rehashing the points made on both sided and talking about Joe Biden’s demeanor.  They also discuss the role that Leslie Raddatz, the moderator played.

The participants on the show are Robert Sheer who represents the left, Matt Lewis who represents the right, and Matt Miller, the moderator, who represents the center.

At the end of this entertaining show the participants each have a 30 second rant to summarize the issue that each sees as most significant.

Click here to be taken to the Left, Right and Center home page where you can download or listen to the podcast.

Left, Right and Center is a weekly half-hour radio broadcast and podcast produced by KCRW in Santa Monica.

On this show the panelists first talk about the choice of Paul Ryan as the Republicans’ Vice President nominee.  The panel agree that Ryan is a free market believer and a small government proponent.  However, his selection doesn’t seem to change the focus on Governor Romney much.

However, his selection did bring a new focus to the issues surrounding Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security.  The panel has a lively discussion about the two sides’ different approaches to controlling costs.

The team also discusses the advertisements that the two sides are presenting to the public.  The $716 billion mark is tossed around by both sides.

They touch on Mitt Romney’s tax returns and his claim that he has not paid less that 13% in any of the past 10 years.

The participants on the show are Eliot Spitzer who represents the left, James Glassman who represents the right, and Matt Miller, the moderator, who represents the center.

At the end of this entertaining show the participants each have a 30 second rant to summarize the issue that each sees as most significant.

Click here to be taken to the Left, Right and Center home page where you can download or listen to the podcast.

Left, Right and Center is a weekly half-hour radio broadcast and podcast produced by KCRW in Santa Monica.

On this show the panelists first talk about campaign news.  President Obama campaigned directly against Mitt Romney, attacking him on his record with Bain Capital.  There’s a question whether Bain created jobs as Romney declares or whether Bain destroyed jobs.  Also, the attack on private equity by the President raises questions about the wisdom of the attack. Cory Booker gave a strong statement in favor of private equity firms such as Bain.  The panel debates these issues in a lively discussion.

The group talks about a couple of other campaign issues, such as women and education, before discussing the anxieties over Europe’s economic woes.  Will Greece’s problems be contagious?  They also talk about China’s economic problems and whether they will impact the US.

The participants on the show are Robert Scheer who represents the left, Matthew Continetti who represents the right, and Matt Miller, the moderator, who represents the center.

At the end of this entertaining show the participants each have a 30 second rant to summarize the issue that each sees as most significant.

Click here to be taken to the Left, Right and Center home page where you can download or listen to the podcast.

Left, Right and Center is a weekly half-hour radio broadcast and podcast produced by KCRW in Santa Monica.

The panelists begin today’s show by talking about the harassment allegations against Republican candidate Herman Cain.  They talk about the effect this will have on his campaign.  Further they talk about Cain’s political qualifications.

Next, the panel talks about President Obama’s reelection strategy.  Will he be running a negative campaign?

The panelists also talk about the French and German plan to help Greece with their financial debt problem.

Finally, they talk about the Occupy Wall Street and Occupy Oakland demonstrations.

The participants on the show are Robert Scheer who represents the left, Tony Blankley who represents the right, Matt Miller, the moderator, who represents the center, and Arianna Huffington, who represents the progressive blogosphere.  Mike Pesca sits in for Matt Miller and Chrystia Freeland sits in for Arianna Huffington.

At the end of this entertaining show the participants each have a 30 second rant to summarize the issue that each sees as most significant.
Click here to be taken to the Left, Right and Center home page where you can download or listen to the podcast.

Left, Right and Center is a weekly half-hour radio broadcast and podcast produced by KCRW in Santa Monica.

The panelists begin today’s show by talking about the latest news from Europe that perhaps the worst of  the Greek debt crisis may have been averted.  The panelists debate whether Greece and other European nations will be back in the same situation a few months from now.  Angela Merkel of Germany appears to be the hero of the current negotiations.

Next, the panel talks about the CBO report that shows that the top 1% wage earners in America have increased their earnings faster than other wage earners over the past 30 years.  They discuss whether this income inequality becomes corrosive at some point.

The panelists also talk about the report that backers of President Obama’s campaign have gotten significant donations from lobbyists.  Lastly, they talk about Governor Rick Perry’s announcement that he may skip some of the upcoming debates.

The participants on the show are Robert Scheer who represents the left, Tony Blankley who represents the right, Matt Miller, the moderator, who represents the center, and Arianna Huffington, who represents the progressive blogosphere.  Arianna Huffington is not available for this show.

At the end of this entertaining show the participants each have a 30 second rant to summarize the issue that each sees as most significant.
Click here to be taken to the Left, Right and Center home page where you can download or listen to the podcast.

Left, Right and Center is a weekly half-hour radio broadcast and podcast produced by KCRW in Santa Monica.

The panelists begin today’s show by talking about the latest jobs report that shows unemployment still at 9.1%  It seems we’re stuck in idle.  The discussion also includes the demonstrations happening on Wall Street.  It may be a good development.  They represent the disparity between those who have lost jobs and health care in this economy and those whose compensation package has been increasing.

Next, the panel talks about Sarah Palin and Chris Christie announcing that they will not run for the Presidency.  It was a good week for Mitt Romney.  They talk about the speech he made this week and implications for his run against President Obama.

Lastly, the panel talks about Steve Jobs, who passed away this week, and his legacy.  They also reference his famous commencement address in 2005 and the biography due to come out in a few weeks.

The participants on the show are Robert Scheer who represents the left, Tony Blankley who represents the right, Matt Miller, the moderator, who represents the center, and Arianna Huffington, who represents the progressive blogosphere.  Christia Freeland sits in for Huffington.

At the end of this entertaining show the participants each have a 30 second rant to summarize the issue that each sees as most significant.
Click here to be taken to the Left, Right and Center home page where you can download or listen to the podcast.

Left, Right and Center is a weekly half-hour radio broadcast and podcast produced by KCRW in Santa Monica.

On this show the panelists devote the whole show to the debt ceiling debate in Congress.  They call it debt ceiling madness as both sides try to involve the other to achieve some sort of a compromise.  They talk about the Commerce Department news that GDP did not grow significantly.

The panel has an interesting discussion of many aspects of the issue.  Will the US default?  Will Rep. Boehner resign.  Should the US spend more?  Should we spend less?  What will make the economy grow?  Is austerity correct?

The participants on the show are Robert Scheer who represents the left, Tony Blankley who represents the right, Matt Miller, the moderator, who represents the center, and Arianna Huffington, who represents the progressive blogosphere.  Christia Freeland sits in for Huffington.

At the end of this entertaining show the participants each have a 30 second rant to summarize the issue that each sees as most significant.
Click here to be taken to the Left, Right and Center home page where you can download or listen to the podcast.

Left, Right and Center is a weekly half-hour radio broadcast and podcast produced by KCRW in Santa Monica.

On this show the panelists begin by talking about the sexual assault case against Dominique Strauss-Kahn.  The news is that there are credibility questions about his accuser.

Then the group talks about the news conference that President Obama held on Wednesday.  President Obama scolded the Republicans about cooperating on the budget talks.  Bob and Tony have interesting opposing points of view here.

The panel also talks about the announcement by Representative Michelle Bachmann that she will enter the Presidential race.  Is this going to help Gov Romney?

Lastly, the panel talks about the vote to legalize gay marriage in New York.

The participants on the show are Robert Scheer who represents the left, Tony Blankley who represents the right, Matt Miller, the moderator, who represents the center, and Arianna Huffington, who represents the progressive blogosphere.  Sara Terry is sitting in for Matt Miller and Ed Kilgore sits in for Arianna Huffington.

At the end of this entertaining show the participants each have a 30 second rant to summarize the issue that each sees as most significant.
Click here to be taken to the Left, Right and Center home page where you can download or listen to the podcast.

Left, Right and Center is a weekly half-hour radio broadcast and podcast produced by KCRW in Santa Monica.

On this show the panelists begin by talking about Afghanistan war issues.  They discuss to timetable for withdrawal of troops and how it may be affected by Leon Panetta becoming the new Defense Secretary.

Then the group talks about the events surrounding the walkout of Newt Gingrich’s election campaign staff.

The panel also talks about the sex scandal surrounding Representative Weiner.  Lastly, they talk about the lack of discussion and action about jobs creation in America.

The participants on the show are Robert Scheer who represents the left, Tony Blankley who represents the right, Matt Miller, the moderator, who represents the center, and Arianna Huffington, who represents the progressive blogosphere.  Chrystia Freeland is sitting in for Arianna Huffington and E.J. Dionne is sitting in for Robert Scheer

At the end of this entertaining show the participants each have a 30 second rant to summarize the issue that each sees as most significant.
Click here to be taken to the Left, Right and Center home page where you can download or listen to the podcast.

Left, Right and Center is a weekly half-hour radio broadcast and podcast produced by KCRW in Santa Monica.

On this show the panelists first talk about the jobs and unemployment figures just released which show a very slow growth.  The panel discusses what the slow growth implies for our economic recovery.  They have some ideas for what should be done to stimulate growth.

The group also talks about the ongoing debate in Congress over the budget.

They then talk briefly about Newt Gingrich’s criticism of the GOP budget plan, especially the Medicare revision.

Lastly, the panel talks about Mitt Romney’s announcement that he will run for the Presidency.  They discuss the effect that Romeny’s healthcare plan in Massachusetts will have on his candidacy.

The participants on the show are Robert Scheer who represents the left, Tony Blankley who represents the right, Matt Miller, the moderator, who represents the center, and Arianna Huffington, who represents the progressive blogosphere.  Chrystia Freeland is sitting in for Arianna Huffington and Ed Kilgore is sitting in for Robert Scheer.

At the end of this entertaining show the participants each have a 30 second rant to summarize the issue that each sees as most significant.

Click here to read Tony Blankley’s perspective on Middle East issues.

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Left, Right and Center is a weekly half-hour radio broadcast and podcast produced by KCRW in Santa Monica.

On this show the panelists talk about this week’s meeting between President Obama and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. They discuss whether President Obama’s speech represents new Middle East policy or whether it is a continuation of policy from past administrations.  Bob has interesting reasons to say that it is, and Tony adamantly says that it is a change.

The group also talks about two sex scandals that were revealed this week, one involving IMF head Dominique Strauss-Kahn, and the other involving Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger.

They then talk briefly about Newt Gingrich’s criticism of the GOP budget plan, especially the Medicare revision.

Lastly, the panel talks about Cornel West’s criticism of President Obama.

The participants on the show are Robert Scheer who represents the left, Tony Blankley who represents the right, Matt Miller, the moderator, who represents the center, and Arianna Huffington, who represents the progressive blogosphere.  Chrystia Freeland is sitting in for Arianna Huffington.

At the end of this entertaining show the participants each have a 30 second rant to summarize the issue that each sees as most significant.

Click here to read Tony Blankley’s perspective on Middle East issues.

Click here to be taken to the Left, Right and Center home page where you can download or listen to the podcast.

Left, Right and Center is a weekly half-hour radio broadcast and podcast produced by KCRW in Santa Monica.

On this show the panelists talk about the big news that Osama bin Laden was killed by American forces in Abottabad, Pakistan.

Tony has an interesting viewpoint that Pakistan was cooperating with the US in the raid on bin Laden’s compound.  He suggests that Pakistan was intentionally in the background so that Muslim’s would not see them as complicit in the operation.  Bob disagrees and states his case.

The jobs report this month is discussed.  It has a good side and a bad side.

Lastly, the panel talks about the GOP budget plan.  Are Republicans showing weakness in their support of Paul Ryan’s plan?

The participants on the show are Robert Scheer who represents the left, Tony Blankley who represents the right, Matt Miller, the moderator, who represents the center, and Arianna Huffington, who represents the progressive blogosphere.  Huffington is on hiatus presently.

At the end of this entertaining show the participants each have a 30 second rant to summarize the issue that each sees as most significant.

Click here to be taken to the Left, Right and Center home page where you can download or listen to the podcast.

Left, Right and Center is a weekly half-hour radio broadcast and podcast produced by KCRW in Santa Monica.

On this show the panelists talk about two main topics rather than the specific current events.

The first topic they talk about is the impact of multinational corporations and their impact on American workers and the American economy.  GE comes to mind here.

Secondly, the panel talks about the role of religion in American politics.  Especially, how does it apply to the Republican presidential selection process?

The participants on the show are Robert Scheer who represents the left, Tony Blankley who represents the right, Matt Miller, the moderator, who represents the center, and Arianna Huffington, who represents the progressive blogosphere.  Ed Kilgore is sitting in for Arianna today.

At the end of this entertaining show the participants each have a 30 second rant to summarize the issue that each sees as most significant.

Click here to be taken to the Left, Right and Center home page where you can download or listen to the podcast.

Left, Right and Center is a weekly half-hour radio broadcast and podcast produced by KCRW in Santa Monica.

The panel began the show by talking about the developments in the Mideast.  NATO is set to take over command of the action against Gadaffi’s forces.  They debate the responsibilities of the U.S.  Everyone is confused due to lack of clarity.

The panel also talks about the future of nuclear energy in the U.S. in light of the disaster with the nuclear plants in Japan.

Next they talk about the role that Michelle Bachmann will play in the Republican primaries.

Lastly the panel talks about the recent report of falling home sales.

The participants on the show are Robert Scheer who represents the left, Tony Blankley who represents the right, Matt Miller, the moderator, who represents the center, and Arianna Huffington, who represents the progressive blogosphere.  Mary Matalin is sitting in for Arianna today.

At the end of this entertaining show the participants each have a 30 second rant to summarize the issue that each sees as most significant.

Click here to be taken to the Left, Right and Center home page where you can download or listen to the podcast.

Left, Right and Center is a weekly half-hour radio broadcast and podcast produced by KCRW in Santa Monica.

The panel began the show by talking about the developments in the Mideast.  The panel generally agrees that they are happy to see the changes coming about there.  To the suggestions that the U.S. should intervene, the panel believes that the U.S. should not do so in this case.  The suggestion is that the events are analogous to the collapse of the Soviet Union.

The participants on the show are Robert Scheer who represents the left, Tony Blankley who represents the right, Matt Miller, the moderator, who represents the center, and Arianna Huffington, who represents the progressive blogosphere.  Christia Freeland is sitting in for Arianna today.

They talk also about the Wisconsin Assembly passing the legislation that Governor Walker wishes.  The legislation will now be sent on to the Wisconsin Senate which is missing 14 Democratic members.  The Senate does not have a quorum to be able to vote on the issue.  This may be a prelude to the discussions that will follow and will lead up to the 2012 national elections concerning debt and deficits.

The panel also discusses the Defense of Marriage Act which the Administration recently took away support for.

Lastly, they look ahead to next week when it is possible that there will be a shutdown of the Federal Government due to lack of a new budget or action on the Continuing Resolution.

At the end of this entertaining show the participants each have a 30 second rant to summarize the issue that each sees as most significant.

Click here to be taken to the Left, Right and Center home page where you can download or listen to the podcast.