Actor Patrick Ball stars in "The Pitt" as Dr. Langdon, a doctor who has just returned to the ER after attending a rehab program for drug abuse. But not everyone is happy Dr. Langdon has returned, particularly Dr. Santos, who caught him stealing drugs from the hospital. Ball discusses his role in Season 2 ahead of the season finale, airing tonight on HBO. In the segment following this conversation, Ball remains to discuss his new Broadway show "Becky Shaw." Photograph by Warrick Page/HBO Max Host...
Apr 16, 2026•17 min•Ep. 2184
In the new Broadway play " Becky Shaw ," a blind date goes disastrously wrong, spinning out into unexpected consequences for a whole group of interconnected people. Actors Patrick Ball (still with us from the previous conversation about "The Pitt") and Madeline Brewer discuss starring in the show, running now at the Helen Hayes 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 adverti...
Apr 16, 2026•20 min•Ep. 2185
On April 18, Green-Wood Cemetery is opening Green-House, a new welcome and educational center that expands on the Weir Greenhouse, build in 1895. To mark the opening, the Cemetery commissioned Brooklyn artist Jean Shin to create two new installations : 'Offering,' an earthwork that will transform old cemetery trees into a meadow of flowers, and 'Celadon Landscape,' the debut exhibit at Green-House that features Shin's work with celadon ceramics. Jean Shin discusses her inspiration for the work a...
Apr 16, 2026•15 min•Ep. 2186
It took author and Princeton professor Rhae Lynn Barnes 20 years of dedicated research to complete her new comprehensive history of blackface in American culture, Barnes discusses her book, Darkology: Blackface and the American Way of Entertainment , in which she which argues that blackface was a widespread practice in entertainment, not a niche one. Cover art courtesy of the publisher Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of p...
Apr 16, 2026•28 min•Ep. 2187
Record Store Day co-founder Carrie Colliton previews this year's international celebration of independently owned music shops. Plus, listeners share their favorite record store experiences. Photo via Houston Chronicle/Hearst Newspapers/Getty Images Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....
Apr 16, 2026•22 min•Ep. 2188
Everyone has their favorite dive. A New York dive bar is a unique kind of social experience, and you can find one in practically every neighborhood in the city. Megan Spurrell , senior features editor at Condé Nast Traveler , discusses working on the recent list, " 20 New York City Dive Bars We Love ," and listeners shout out their favorite dive bar. Photo by Bill Tompkins/Getty Images Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of p...
Apr 15, 2026•24 min•Ep. 2182
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, a group of East Village residents began compiling recipes from chefs and residents around the neighborhood to bind together and sell to benefit Trinity’s Services and Food for the Homeless. Now, the East Village Cookbook has become a big hit, featuring recipes from Veselka, Nom Wah, Katz's, Momofuku, and more. Plus, it also features recipes from residents like Alan Cumming and Richard Hell. Proceeds from the cookbook benefit Trinity’s Services and Food for ...
Apr 15, 2026•26 min•Ep. 2181
A new film centers on Rico, a 19-year-old Dominican American selling nutcracker cocktails on the beach during the summer. His world shifts when his girlfriend Destiny moves into his already packed Bronx apartment after finding out she is pregnant, adding new tension and complexity at home. Actor Desinty Checo , who plays Destiny, joins us, along with writer-director Joel Alfonso Vargas , to talk about Mad Bills to Pay (or Destiny, dile que no soy malo) ahead of its theatrical release on Friday, ...
Apr 15, 2026•22 min•Ep. 2180
Songbird migration is ramping up, and woodcocks are tantalizing hundreds of people at Bryant Park. All Of It senior producer Kate Hinds talks about migration, and where to go birding in our area. Plus, listeners, call in and share your favorite birds and spots. Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....
Apr 15, 2026•29 min•Ep. 2179
Free bread for the table used to be a staple of most restaurants across America. But increasingly, restaurants are charging customers for the bread baskets that used to be a symbol of good hospitality. Caity Weaver , a writer for The Atlantic , went on a journey around America to find the best free bread still available to restaurant-goers, and to investigate why complimentary bread and butter has become increasingly rare. Weaver discusses her piece "I Found It: The Best Free Restaurant Bread in...
Apr 14, 2026•20 min•Ep. 2178
The new documentary " Steal This Story, Please! " spotlights the life and career of Amy Goodman , journalist and founder of the news program "Democracy Now!" Goodman discusses the film, which is running now at the IFC Center. Photo courtesy of Reed Brody Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....
Apr 14, 2026•30 min•Ep. 2177
Julia Wertz is a cartoonist and frequent contributor to The New Yorker 's cartoons. A few years ago, Julia went through a surprise pregnancy and unexpected marriage right before the COVID lockdown. Her new graphic memoir, Bury Me Already (It’s Nice Down Here) , explores the stages of Julia's pregnancy and parenthood in a cartoon format. Julia discusses the experience of giving birth during the COVID-19 pandemic, and how drawing comics helps her make sense of her life. Julia has a book event at B...
Apr 14, 2026•27 min•Ep. 2183
As additional restrictions began to be placed on women's reproductive healthcare across the United States, one OB-GYN had an idea. Dr. Mary Afsari decided to take her medicine out of the hospital and head on the road, converting an RV into a mobile women's clinic to serve patients across the Pacific Northwest. Dr. Afsari discusses her new memoir about her experiences, Labor: One Woman's Work . Cover art Courtesy of Avid Reader Press Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com f...
Apr 14, 2026•25 min•Ep. 2175
On April 15, The New York Public Library kicks off their annual World Literature & Arts Festival , with a series of events and author talks spotlighting excellent fiction from around the world. Plus, 12 translated titles will be available to borrow as e-copies immediately, in unlimited quantities. Erica Parker , the NYPL associate director of adult cultural programming, previews the festival, and the 12 novels available to borrow. Plus, listeners share their favorite translated works. Photo ...
Apr 13, 2026•13 min•Ep. 2174
There are various laws governing dogs in New York City, but lately, some feel like dog owners are flouting the rules. After a long cold winter of frozen dog poop preserved beneath the surface of snowdrifts has pushed some to the brink. Reporter Rachel Sugar discusses her recent article in Curbed, " Where Does a Dog Belong ." Plus, listeners weigh in. Photo by Gary Hershorn/Getty Image Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of pe...
Apr 13, 2026•37 min•Ep. 2173
A brand new edition of Hamburger America: A State-By-State Guide to 200 Great Burger Joints , features 38 new restaurants, spotlighting the nation's best roadside stands, diners, mom-n-pop shops, and college town favorites. George Motz , author, chef and owner of the eatery Hamburger America , discuses the book, and what makes a good quality burger. On Tuesday, Motz will hold a book signing at his restaurant at noon, and at 6pm a “Surprise hamburgers” will be revealed. Cover art courtesy of the ...
Apr 13, 2026•25 min•Ep. 2172
In the new documentary " Everyone is Lying to You for Money ," director Ben McKenzie explores the world of cryptocurrency to figure out who stands to profit the most from pushing more people to invest in crypto. McKenzie discusses the film, which is playing now at the IFC Center. Image courtesy of C-SPAN Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....
Apr 13, 2026•26 min•Ep. 2171
For National Poetry Month, actor, author, and woodworker Nick Offerman hosts "A Wonder Is What It Is," an audio series from All Of It with Alison Stewart dedicated to poet, activist, author, and Nick's personal hero: Wendell Berry. In four short installments, released every Friday throughout April, Nick reads a poem by Berry – poet, farmer, and environmental activist – and share his reflections. In this second episode of four, Nick reads the poem “The Wild Rose.” Sometimes hidden from me in dail...
Apr 10, 2026•4 min•Ep. 2170
[REBROADCAST FROM March 2, 2026] In the new one-man show written by David Cale , Sean Hayes stars as Elliott, a playwright and lyricist suffering from writer's block. But as he searches for something to write about, he begins to realize that he might be being stalked. Cale, Hayes, and director Leigh Silverman discuss "The Unknown," running at Studio Seaview through April 12. Photo courtesy of the production Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our c...
Apr 10, 2026•25 min•Ep. 2169
Pickles and New York go hand in hand. A new book, The Pickled City: The Story of New York Pickles , explores how pickles evolved in the city, from immigration-driven delis on the Lower East Side to dedicated pickle stores like The Pickle Guys. Authors Paul van Ravestein and Monique Mulder , who are also the principals of Mattmo, a branding agency in Amsterdam specializing in culinary history, discuss their research and interest in pickle history alongside Alan Kaufman , owner of The Pickle Guys ...
Apr 10, 2026•23 min•Ep. 2168
' The Travel Companion ' is a new independent film that tells the story of Simon, a struggling documentary filmmaker, and his friendship with Bruce, an airline worker who invites Simon to be his traveling companion for a year, meaning he can fly for free. But their relationship is complicated when Bruce meets Beatrice, a more successful filmmaker that challenges Simon's creative insecurities. The film, shot locally around New York, premieres at BAM April 10-16. Co-writers and directors Alex Mall...
Apr 10, 2026•21 min•Ep. 2167
The new Steven Soderbergh film " The Christophers " follows siblings who hire an art forger, played by Michaela Coel , to pretend to be an art dealer in order to acquire and finish their estranged father's paintings. Coel, who stars alongside Ian McKellen in the film, discusses her role in "The Christophers," in select theaters now. Coel also stars in the film " Mother Mary " alongside Anne Hathaway, which hits theaters on April 17. Image courtesy of the studio Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz c...
Apr 10, 2026•25 min•Ep. 2166
For many people, the decision of whether to let their hair go grey naturally, or to begin dyeing it, is a fraught and complicated one. Vanessa Friedman , New York Times fashion director and chief fashion critic, discussed the topic in a recent edition of her column " Ask Vanessa ," and shares insights with listeners. Plus, listeners share their thoughts on going grey, or not! Photo via Professor25/Getty Creative Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about ...
Apr 09, 2026•19 min•Ep. 2162
Julie Mehretu is a Macarthur Genius-winning artist, born in Ethiopia and based in New York. Her latest exhibit, ' Our Days, Like a Shadow (a non-abiding hauntology) ', features new paintings made in the last few years. The show opens at Marian Goodman Gallery at 385 Broadway on April 14. Mehretu previews the exhibit, and discusses her installation at The Obama Presidential Center , which opens in June. Photo By Raymond Boyd/Getty Images Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.c...
Apr 09, 2026•21 min•Ep. 2164
If something in pop culture — a movie, a TV show, a song or viral content — is especially popular, how does that change your eagerness to engage with it and be part of the conversation? Atlantic contributing writer Anna Holmes considers herself someone who avoids pop culture particularly popular in the present, like 'The Pitt,' and she's not alone. Holmes discusses her reporting in her recent Atlantic article, " The People Who Shun Super-Popular Pop Culture ," and listeners share the culture the...
Apr 09, 2026•29 min•Ep. 2163
The new Broadway adaptation of the classic film " Dog Day Afternoon " stars Jon Bernthal as Sonny, an intense but loveable bank robber, and Jessica Hecht as Colleen, a level-headed bank teller. Bernthal and Hecht discuss the play, running now at the August Wilson Theatre through July 12. Photos by Matthew Murphy and Evan Zimmerman Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....
Apr 09, 2026•32 min•Ep. 2165
There are many songs that could be described as political or that overtly address social issues. But more rarely has a song been so impactful as to directly influence American political and legal history. In the new book On the Record: Music that Changed America , Anna Celenza shares the stories of songs like Billie Holiday’s “Strange Fruit” and Aaron Copland’s Appalachian Spring that have inspired legislative change. We also take calls from listeners about the political songs that have stuck wi...
Apr 08, 2026•21 min•Ep. 2160
It's the time of year when many New York City leases end, and people around the city are embarking on that stressful task: moving! Dorie Chevlen and Kit Dillon of Wirecutter join to walk listeners through their comprehensive guide for how to tackle moving in New York. Plus, listeners share their tips for how to survive a move. Photo by TheMuuj Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....
Apr 08, 2026•28 min•Ep. 2159
The beloved Central Park restaurant Tavern on the Green has been open for 90+ years. Now, a new cookbook from executive chef Bill Peet allows home cooks to attempt to make some of their classic recipes in their own kitchens. Peet, and Tavern on the Green co-owner Jim Caiola , join to discuss Tavern on the Green Cookbook: Seasonal Recipes and Historical Treasures from New York City's Iconic Restaurant . Plus, listeners share their favorite memories of Tavern on the Green. Photo by Deb Cohn-Orbach...
Apr 08, 2026•27 min•Ep. 2158
Grammy award-winning Mexican singer/songwriter Natalia Lafourcade 's latest album is titled Cancionera . She's kicking off her tour for it by playing two days at the BAM . Ahead of those shows, she joins us for a listening party. Photo by Carlos Manuel Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....
Apr 08, 2026•23 min•Ep. 2157
