Brian Lehrer serves as the long-term host of The Brian Lehrer Show on WNYC, where he facilitates civil dialogue on local and national politics, urban planning, and social justice. He applies a background in public health and journalism to steer empathy-driven interviews with subjects ranging from Senator Cory Booker to academic Henry Louis Gates Jr. His work is defined by interactive segments and crowdsourced reporting, such as his annual Plastics Challenge, which encourages listeners to track environmental impact. A recent highlight in his programming is the centennial series, 100 Years of 100 Things, which analyzes a century of New York history and culture. He frequently transitions from the studio to live audiences at The Greene Space, hosting multi-platform events like the America Are We Ready national call-in show. By maintaining a focus on civic engagement and ethical inquiry, Lehrer has become a central figure for brands and organizations targeting New York City’s informed, metropolitan demographic.