Doug is joined by Eli M. Noam, Professor of Finance and Economics at the Columbia Business School. They discuss Prof. Noam’s most recent book, “Media Ownership and Concentration in America.”

Doug is joined by Fatima Shama, Commissioner of the Mayor's Office of Immigrant Affairs. They discuss how immigration affects New York City differently than the rest of the country.

Doug is joined by William Grimes, lead obituary writer for “The New York Times” in the second part of a two-part series. Mr. Grimes’s most recent book, “Appetite City,” takes us on a fascinating historical tour of New York City dining culture.

Doug is joined by William Grimes, lead obituary writer for “The New York Times” in the first part of a two-part series. Mr. Grimes’s most recent book, “Appetite City,” takes us on a fascinating historical tour of New York City dining culture.

"Lincoln and New York" is the subject of a fascinating exhibit at the New-York Historical Society. The curator of this exhibit, noted Lincoln scholar Harold Holzer, joins Doug to discuss all things Lincoln.

Returning this week are Dr. Shoshanna Sofaer and Dr. Jonathan Engel, both faculty members of the Baruch College School of Public Affairs. They discuss the status of our nation’s healthcare system and what the future may bring.

Joining Doug this week are Dr. Shoshanna Sofaer and Dr. Jonathan Engel, both faculty members of the Baruch College School of Public Affairs. They discuss the status of our nation’s healthcare system and what the future may bring.

Joining Doug is Interim President of CCNY/CUNY and frequent guest Robert E. Paaswell. Dr. Paaswell is a Distinguished Professor of Civil Engineering at City College of New York and the Director of the University Transportation Research Center.

Joining Doug is Nassau County Executive Thomas Suozzi. First elected to the post of county executive in 2001, Suozzi is currently serving in his second term and running for reelection.

Joining Doug is John B. Rhea, Chairman of the New York City Housing Authority. Now in its 75th year, the NYHA provides affordable housing in a safe and secure living environment for low and moderate- income residents throughout the five boroughs.