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Barbershop Each week on Tell Me More, the guys in the Barbershop weigh in on the latest happenings in politics, sports and pop culture. The "shop" is moderated by opinion columnist Jimi Izrael.
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'Shop Talk': Guys Hold Their Applause After Tiger Woods' Apology

In this week's installment of the Barbershop host Michel Martin talks with freelance writer Jimi Izrael, civil rights attorney and editor Arsalan Iftikhar, Sports Illustrated reporter Pablo Torre and NPR Political Editor Ken Rudin. They discuss the Tiger Woods press conference today, which is his first public appearance since he admitted being unfaithful to his wife. The other topics include whether the Winter Olympics have been compelling or not and Sarah Palin lashing out at the cartoon comedy "The Family Guy" over an episode that seems to mock her son Trig who has Down syndrome.

'Shop Talk': Guys Hold Their Applause After Tiger Woods' Apology

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'Shop Talk': New York Gov. David Paterson In Boiling Water

In this edition of the Barbershop roundtable, host Michel Martin talks with Arsalan Iftikhar, of the Muslim Guy.com; syndicated columnist Ruben Navarrette; Johns Hopkins political science professor and blogger Lester Spence and NPR's Political Editor Ken Rudin. They discuss embattled New York Governor David Paterson, first lady Michelle Obama's "Let's Move" initiative to fight childhood obesity and a controversial Doritos advertisement that aired during Sunday's NFL Super Bowl.

'Shop Talk': New York Gov. David Paterson In Boiling Water

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'Barbershop' Guys Weigh In On Don't Ask, Don't Tell

In this week's installment of the Barbershop, Host Michel Martin talks with freelance writer Jimi Izrael, civil rights attorney Arsalan Iftikhar, writer Keith Boykin and NPR Political Editor Ken Rudin. They discuss the military's recent steps to repeal the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" ban on openly gay service members, the heated race for Illinois governor and details suggesting he may have abused his ex-wife. The men also offer predictions for who will win the upcoming NFL Super Bowl.

'Barbershop' Guys Weigh In On Don't Ask, Don't Tell

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'Shop Talk': Jay Leno Whines To Oprah

In this week's installment of the Barbershop, host Michel Martin joins regulars Jimi Izrael, Arsalan Iftikhar, Gustavo Arrellano and Ken Rudin talks to discuss MSNBC host Chris Matthew's knee-jerk response to President Obama's recent State of the Union address. Also, the men hold their applause for NBC comedian Jay Leno's recent appearance on Oprah.

'Shop Talk': Jay Leno Whines To Oprah

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'Shop Talk': Did Obama Missteps Lead To Massachusetts Defeat?

Host Michel Martin talks to the Tell Me More Barbershop guys about U.S. Senator-elect Scott Brown's recent victory in the Massachusetts special election to fill the seat vacated by the late Ted Kennedy. The men also discuss former presidential candidate John Edwards' recent admission that he did, in fact, father a child by his mistress Reille Hunter and Conan O'Brien's mega-million dollar payout to leave NBC's "Tonight Show." Hear opinions from freelance writer Jimi Izrael, syndicated columnist Ruben Navarrette, civil rights attorney Arsalan Iftikhar and NPR Political Editor Ken Rudin.

'Shop Talk': Did Obama Missteps Lead To Massachusetts Defeat?

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'Shop Talk': Security Blunders Should Lead To Someone's Firing

Host Michel Martin listens in as freelance writer Jimi Izrael, civil rights attorney Arsalan Iftikhar, sports reporter Pablo Torre and NPR Political Editor Ken Rudin give their take on the latest events to make news. This week, the men discuss President Obama's recent acknowledgment of a breakdown in systems charged with keeping the nation safe. As a kicker, the men weigh in on the troubles surrounding all-star basketball player Gilbert Arenas, who recently admitted to bringing multiple handguns into his team locker room.

'Shop Talk': Security Blunders Should Lead To Someone's Firing

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'Shop Talk': 2009 Full Of Glory, Despair

The Barbershop guys offer their take on some of the more prominent stories to make headlines in 2009, such as the arrest of black Harvard scholar Henry Louis Gates after he was perceived as a burglar outside his home and the sudden death of music superstar Michael Jackson. This week's panel — freelance Writer Jimi Izrael, civil rights attorney Arsalan Iftikhar, syndicated columnist Ruben Navarrette and NPR Political Editor Ken Rudin — also discuss stories they believe were underreported in 2009, such as the weakened state of many of the nation's public schools.

'Shop Talk': 2009 Full Of Glory, Despair

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Shop Talk: Health Care Overhaul Almost As Important As Tiger Woods' Drama

In this week's Barbershop, host Michel Martin chat with Editor and Founder of the Muslimguy.com Arsalan Iftikhar, syndicated columnist Ruben Navarrette, political science Professor Lester Spence and NPR Political Editor Ken Rudin. The group weighs in on the ongoing dramatic process to overhaul U.S. health care legislation and immigration policies. As a kicker, the guys give their opinion on the latest developments in the troubles surrounding golf star Tiger Woods as his once squeaky-clean image continues to implode amid revelations of infidelity.

Shop Talk: Health Care Overhaul Almost As Important As Tiger Woods' Drama

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Shop Talk: 'Keep Your Tiger Woods In Your Pants'

Freelance writer Jimi Izrael, editor and founder of the MuslimGuy.com Arsalan Iftikhar, syndicated columnist Ruben Navarrette and Pulitzer Prize winning columnist for The Washington Post, Eugene Robinson. They discuss whether President Obama's acceptance of the Nobel Prize will restore any of his political clout in Washington and the latest with defamed golfer Tiger Woods and his ongoing sex scandal.

Shop Talk: 'Keep Your Tiger Woods In Your Pants'

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'Shop' Talk: Afghanistan, 'Crasher Gate' and Tiger Woods

Freelance writer Jimi Izrael, syndicated columnist Ruben Navarrette, civil rights attorney Arsalan Iftikhar and NPR Senior Producer JJ Sutherland discuss President Obama's call for a surge of U.S. troops to Afghanistan. The guys also debate who is to blame in "Crasher Gate," which centers on a Virginia couple who crashed a White House state dinner, and whether Tiger Woods can rebound from his recent "transgressions."

'Shop' Talk: Afghanistan, 'Crasher Gate' and Tiger Woods

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Palin Does Oprah, Oprah Calls It Quits ... For Now

Freelance journalist Jimi Izrael, civil rights attorney Arsalan Iftikhar, syndicated columnist Ruben Navarrette and NPR Political Editor Ken Rudin give their take on the latest headlines. This week, the guys discuss former GOP vice-presidential candidate Sarah Palin's return to the national stage, U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder's decision to try 9/11 co-conspirators in civilian court and Oprah's big announcement that "The Oprah Winfrey Show" will end In 2011.

Palin Does Oprah, Oprah Calls It Quits ... For Now

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Lou Dobbs, Sammy Sosa Make For A Week Of Surprises

The guys in this week's Barbershop — freelance writer Jimi Izrael, civil rights attorney Arsalan Iftikhar, sports reporter Pablo Torre and syndicated columnist Gustavo Arellano — weigh in on the recent abrupt departure of talk show host Lou Dobbs from CNN and a noticeable change in appearance for former baseball superstar Sammy Sosa. Also, the men also offer predictions on the upcoming welterweight title fight between boxers Manny Pacquiao and Miguel Cotto in Las Vegas.

Lou Dobbs, Sammy Sosa Make For A Week Of Surprises

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'Barbershop' Guys React To Ft. Hood Shootings, Recent Election Results

Host Michel Martin speaks with Jimi Izrael, Ruben Navarrette, Lester Spence and Arsalan Iftikhar talk about the recent gubernatorial and mayoral races across the country. They also reflect on the recent tragedy of the Ft. Hood shootings and debate President Obama's handling of this incident.

'Barbershop' Guys React To Ft. Hood Shootings, Recent Election Results

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Barbershop: President Trump's Paris Accord Decision And Kathy Griffin

Farajii Muhammad, host of Listen Up! on WEAA in Baltimore, political commentator Gayle Trotter and Ask a Mexican columnist Gustavo Arellano discuss the Paris Accord decision and comic Kathy Griffin.

Barbershop: President Trump's Paris Accord Decision And Kathy Griffin

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Barbershop: The Unofficial Start To Summer Entertainment

In this week's Barbershop, NPR's Michel Martin talks about upcoming offerings in summer entertainment with humor writer Luvvie Ajayi, journalist Kara Brown of Jezebel and NPR's Eric Deggans.

Barbershop: The Unofficial Start To Summer Entertainment

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How The Latest Political News Is Being Perceived By Conservatives

National Review columnist Mona Charen, former radio host Charlie Sykes and Washington Examiner White House correspondent Sarah Westwood discuss how conservative circles reacted to this week's news.

How The Latest Political News Is Being Perceived By Conservatives

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Barbershop: The State Of Health Care, Police Brutality And Racism In America

Georgetown law professor Paul Butler, U.S. News & World Report columnist Mary Kate Cary, who was a speechwriter for President George H. W. Bush and columnist Gustavo Arellano discuss the week's news.

Barbershop: The State Of Health Care, Police Brutality And Racism In America

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Barbershop: 'Indivisible' Hosts Discuss Trump's First 100 Days

Kai Wright who writes for The Nation and conservative radio host Charlie Sykes of WNYC's Indivisible join NPR's Mara Liasson to talk about the first 100 days of the Trump administration.

Barbershop: 'Indivisible' Hosts Discuss Trump's First 100 Days

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Barbershop: U.S. Strike On Syria, SCOTUS Confirmation And Trump's Administration

Congressional reporter William Douglas of the McClatchy Washington bureau, Amy Davidson of the New Yorker and former conservative radio talk show host Charlie Sykes discuss this week's flurry of news.

Barbershop: U.S. Strike On Syria, SCOTUS Confirmation And Trump's Administration

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The South By Southwest Effect: How The Festival Affects Austin

Four Austin journalists discuss how the South by Southwest festival affects the city's music scene and access to affordable housing.

The South By Southwest Effect: How The Festival Affects Austin

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Barbershop: Trump's Tweets, Press Conference And Obama's Farewell

Virginia Republican Puneet Ahluwalia, conservative columnist Mona Charen and consultant Jolene Ivey discuss the biggest political stories of the week.

Barbershop: Trump's Tweets, Press Conference And Obama's Farewell

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Barbershop: 2016 Is Almost Over, But Was It Really The Worst?

NPR's breaking news reporter Nate Rott, former political reporter Sam Sanders and senior business editor Marilyn Geewax talk about what happened in news during 2016.

Barbershop: 2016 Is Almost Over, But Was It Really The Worst?

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