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Comedy
Red State Update: Al Franken?! What has this country come to?
Comedians should not be politicians, especially if they aren't funny. The latest from Red State Update.
Politics
Josh Kornbluth interviews Robert Reich
This is an excerpt from an hour-long conversation with former U.S. Labor Secretary (and current University of California at Berkeley professor) Robert B. Reich. The discussion covered a range of subjects, including many personal anecdotes, but it focused on the current healthcare debate, especially the "public option." The event was held at the Ashby Stage in Berkeley on June 22 and was organized in association with the production of a new movie by the Kornbluth brothers, "Love & Taxes," in which Reich plays the role of former I.R.S. Commissioner Sheldon S. Cohen. You can watch the entire interview and learn more about the film at joshkornbluth.com.
Comedy
Bateman: Michele Bachmann vs. the Census
Scott Bateman takes a closer look at why the congresswoman is hating on the census. (If you're in New York City, check out Thursday's live Scott Bateman Animation Show with Janeane Garofalo, Pete Holmes and Jamie Kilstein.)
Media
Janet Jackson speaks at the BET awards
The singer pays tribute to her brother and thanks fans.
Big Think
Big Think: Mary Roach on better sex
The author discusses the latest in sex research and how to have a healthier sex life. Join the conversation at Big Think.
Politics
Remembering the Stonewall riots
This weekend marks the 40th anniversary of the Stonewall riots, an event that is considered a milestone in gay rights history. We talked to some of the people who experienced those explosive June nights firsthand. Their stories are also featured in David Carter's book "Stonewall: The Riots That Sparked the Gay Revolution."
