Singer-songwriter and Staten Island native Ingrid Michaelson performs live ahead of her American Songbook concert at Lincoln Center. " Ingrid Michaelson & Friends: The Time and Space Between Us " will take place at David Geffen Hall on Friday April 3 at 7:30. Photo by Rebecca J Michelson Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....
Indian sitar master Purbayan Chatterjee performed at this month's Get Lit with All Of It event with author Megha Majumdar. This month's book selection, A Guardian and a Thief , takes place in Kolkata, a city for which Chatterjee wrote an anthem. Photo courtesy of the artist Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....
The March Get Lit with All Of It selection was the novel A Guardian and a Thief by Megha Majumdar . The novel is set in a future version of Kolkata, India, that has been ravaged by climate change. One family thinks they are set to start a new life in Michigan, but when their visas are stolen, they discover how far they will go to retrieve them. Majumdar joined us for an event at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library. Cover art courtesy of the publisher Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company....
A Brooklyn Museum show features more than 280 works from the groundbreaking Malian portrait photographer Seydou Keïta, including iconic prints, never-before-seen portraits, textiles, and Keïta’s personal possessions, brought to life with unique insights from his family. Guest curator Catherine E. McKinley and Brooklyn Museum's photography curator Pauline Vermare discuss the exhibition, ' Seydou Keïta: A Tactile Lens ,' on display through Sunday, May 17th. Self portrait by Seydou Keïta, courtesy ...
In recent weeks, The New York Times broke a story spotlighting accusations that influential labor activist Cesar Chavez sexually assaulted and groomed young women and girls in the movement he led. Latino USA 's Maria Hinojosa and Mónica Ramírez , founder of Justice for Migrant Women , discuss how the allegations factor into the legacy of Chavez's activism. Photo via Bettmann/Getty Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of person...
The second season of the Hulus series " Paradise " shows us what remains of the world outside the bunker. Sinatra, played by Juliane Nicholson , remains in charge of the city underground, which is threatened by the arrival a group of travelers lead by Link, played by Thomas Doherty . Nicholson and Doherty discuss the new season of "Paradise," streaming now on Hulu. Image courtesy of Hulu Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of...
It's March (Audio) Madness time. NPR's Student Podcast Challenge has released the names of its finalists. Undergrads Syd Walter from Sarah Lawrence College, Luisa Sukkar from Barnard College, and Colby McCaskill from Fordham University discuss their contributions to the challenge, and share selections of their work, which include the sounds of a New York City neighborhood , the imaginary country created by someone's brother , and a love letter to aging grandparents . Photo by L. Malik Anderson/W...
For decades, musicians have been playing in the NYC subway system. Now, the MTA is revamping its program for musicians who perform in the subway system. Tina Vaz , head of the MTA's Arts and Design program , discusses the changes, and trumpeter Eganam 'ÉGO' Segbefia performs live in studio. Photo courtesy of ÉGO Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....
A new PBS docuseries called " We Are Our Time " explores the life of the legendary dancer and choreographer Martha Graham. Co-directors and co-producers Peter Schnall and Cyndee Readdean talk about the seiries, and Graham's impact on the world of dance, today. Martha Graham Dance Company will be performing at New York City Center April 8 through 12. Photo via Bettmann/Getty Images Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of person...
Last month, Alison Stewart hosted a conversation in partnership with The Tenement Museum about NYC history, through the lens of the character Peggy Scott, from the hit series 'The Gilded Age.' Scott is an educated young Black woman who comes to the city pursuing her ambitions to become a successful writer, during a historical period that has come to be characterized by wealthy white 'robber barons' like Rockefeller, Carnegie and Vanderbilt. Hear a special presentation of the event, which was hel...
" Mexodus ," the musical about the Underground Railroad that lead south to Mexico, has returned to the Off-Broadway stage. Stars and creators Brian Quijada and Nygel D. Robinson return to WNYC to discuss the show, the upcoming audio-based performance of the show coming to Audible , and to perform songs live in our studio . Photo courtesy of the production Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....
Author Dorothy Roberts is the product of an interracial marriage, rare for Chicago in the 1960s. When she got older, Roberts discovered that her dad was interested in studying interracial marriages long before he met her mother, calling into question whether their entire family might have been the product of an experiment. Roberts discusses her new book, The Mixed Marriage Project: A Memoir of Love, Race, and Family . Cover art courtesy of the publisher Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. ...
A local medical school has been exploring new ways to teach the next generation of doctors, with more of an emphasis on the parts of healthcare beyond medical science, including bedside manner and how healthcare costs impact patient experiences. Dr. David Elkowitz , Associate Dean for Academic Programs and Educational Culture, Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and Director of the Academy of Medical Educators, discusses his institution's approach to medical education. Image by CHIH C...
A new graphic memoir called See One, Do One, Teach One: The Art of Becoming a Doctor explores doctor and illustrator Grace Farris 's journey through her medical education. She discusses the book, and the lessons she's learned about teaching the next generation of healthcare professionals. Cover illustration by Grace Farris Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....
A popular nightlife activity in New York these days is two stepping or line dancing at the Honky-Tonk bar. Reporter Will Groff , author of the Wall Street Journal article, " How American Nightlife Went Honky-Tonk ," discusses why honky-tonk culture has taken off in cities around the U.S., and listeners share their experience dancing at the country bar. Photo By Carlos Avila Gonzalez/The San Francisco Chronicle via Getty Images Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for inf...
A new book traces how Black comedians developed their craft, from vaudeville and the Chitlin’ Circuit to stand-up stages and 1990s sitcoms. PBS NewsHour co-anchor Geoff Bennett joins us to discuss his latest book, Black Out Loud: The Revolutionary History of Black Comedy from Vaudeville to '90s Sitcoms , ahead of a conversation with comedians and writers Phoebe Robinson and Jordan Carlos this Thursday, March 25th in the Greene Space . Promotional image for 'In Living Color' Hosted by Simplecast,...
In March, the Criterion Channel is featuring the film series " VHS Forever ," a collection of films that involve VHS tapes or video stores, from "Videodrome" to "The Ring." It was curated by Clyde Folley , who discusses the series. Plus, listeners share their favorite experiences with video stores. Image by José Araújo via Getty Creative Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....
Anjie Cho , Feng Shui expert and architect , shares advice on how to capitalize on the energy of the spring equinox through spring cleaning and other mindfulness practices. Plus, listeners call with their questions and stories about how they're approaching the seasonal transition. Image by nensuria via Getty Creative Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....
This Spring, renowned Mexican artists Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera are being celebrated by the Museum of Modern Art in a dual exhibition. ' Frida and Diego: The Last Dream ,' looks at how Kahlo and Rivera represented a shift in the development of Mexican identity, art, and culture in the early 20th century. The show is presented in conjunction with the Metropolitan Opera, which is presenting ' El Último Sueño de Frida y Diego ,' an opera debuting this Spring that explores the relationship betwee...
In the revival of Clare Barron 's play " You Got Older ," Alia Shawkat stars as Mae, a young woman in a state of limbo after losing her job and moving home to take care of her father (Peter Friedman) who is battling cancer. Shawkat, Barron, and director Anne Kauffman discuss the play, running now at the Cherry Lane Theater. Photo by Marc J. Franklin Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....
For two years, the New Museum has been closed for major renovations. Tomorrow marks the re-opening of the downtown arts space after its multi-million dollar makeover. The museum is marking the opening with a new museum-wide exhibit, ' New Humans: Memories of the Future ,' which will be free to the public on opening weekend. Museum director Lisa Phillips , who is stepping down from her role in April, and artistic director Massimiliano Gioni , discuss what to expect from the New Museum in 2026. Im...
Mama Dip’s Kitchen was one of Chapel Hill, North Carolina’s most beloved restaurants. Now, founder Mildred “Mama Dip” Council’s youngest daughter, Anita “Spring” Council , has published a collection of recipes, family secrets, and personal vignettes about coming of age as a Black girl in the Jim Crow South. Anita discusses the book, titled Southern Roots: Recipes and Stories from Mama Dip’s Daughter . Family photo courtesy of Anita “Spring” Council Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See p...
Minneapolis rapper Dessa performs live in studio ahead of her Music Hall of Williamsburg concert tonight. Image courtesy of the artist Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
" Love Story ," the latest series from Ryan Murphy, attempts to tell the story of one of the most famous celebrity couples of the 1990's: John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette Kennedy. It has been on of the highest rated series in FX's history, and launched nostalgia about everything from the pre-smart phone era of the 90's to the fashion. But it's also received criticism for its loose interpretation of the facts. Ashley Wong discusses her Wall Street Journal reporting about the series. Photo...
[REBROADCAST FROM February 20, 2026] "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" is back onstage in New York City for its 20th anniversary. Cast members join us to perform songs from the show live in our studio. Photo by Joan Marcus Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
[REBROADCAST FROM January 21, 2026] The documentary "Queen of Chess" puts the spotlight on Judit Polgár , a Hungarian child chess prodigy who sought to become a champion in a game dominated by men. Judit Polgár and director Rory Kennedy join to discuss the documentary, which premieres at the Sundance Film Festival and will be available to stream soon on Netflix. Photo courtesy of Netflix Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of...
The stars of the Broadway musical ' Chess ' join Alison Stewart live in The Greene Space at WNYC. Aaron Tveit , Lea Michele , and Nicholas Christopher perform songs from the show and discuss bringing the beloved musical back to the stage. Plus, conversation about the production with Tony Award-winning director Michael Mayer and Emmy Award-winner Danny Strong , who re-wrote the book for this revival. This event is part of All Of It's Broadway on the Radio series. If you want to watch a livestream...
Leonardo Drew is a Bridgeport-born, Brooklyn-based artist who has two exhibits in our area you can see, specifically about his work with paper. Drew discusses his story and three-decade career in art, and what interests him about paper as a material and inspiration for large-scale abstract pieces he calls "explosions". His work is on view at The Bruce Museum in Greenwich through May 10, and at Pace Prints beginning March 19 through April 25. Image courtesy of Pace Prints Hosted by Simplecast, an...
In the new show " Bait ," Riz Ahmed stars as Shah Latif, a London actor who might be on the brink of landing a role as the new James Bond... when the public finds out that the new Bond might be an actor of color, stirring up controversy. Ahmed discusses the series, which he also created and produced. "Bait" premieres on March 25 on Prime Video. Image courtesy of Amazon Prime Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal dat...
A new book about the only Black editor on the staff of a prestigious fashion magazine revisits the world of hip-hop music and the glamorous magazine scene in the late 1990s. Former Ebony magazine editor-in-chief and author Amy Dubois Barnett discusses her debut novel, If I Ruled the World , which is being adapted into a hour-long drama series co-written by producer Lee Daniels. Image courtesy of Flatiron Books Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about ou...
