One of the best public affairs talk shows in the country, WAMU’s Diame Rhem show is based out of Washington, DC. This gives it access to a whole host of public officials and advocacy groups. The result is an informative, engaging, discussion of policy issues.

This show is a regular on my Zune (I know, don’t laugh…I actually think it’s a really good MP3 player). Examples of the policy discussion goodness includes shows on Arizona’s Immigration Law and Financial Regulatory Reform.

This is a good tool for those who teach a Social Problems or Public Policy course. It’s a sober discussion of current issues. I’ve assigned this show’s podcasts to my policy students. It’s a good way to engage students and to give them a break from reading when necessary.

Here’s where you can donate to the show if you’re so inclined 🙂