All Of It with Alison Stewart
All Of It with Alison Stewart is a daily talk show that explores culture and its consumers, covering a wide range of topics from arts and entertainment to food and fashion. Hosted by Alison Stewart, the show engages thinkers, doers, makers, and creators in conversations about their work and its cultural impact. Broadcasting live from New York City, the program aims to build a community around the diverse perspectives and experiences that make the city great. Each episode serves as both a companion and curator of the myriad cultural offerings available in New York.
Episodes
Full Bio: Poet Paul Laurence Dunbar
[REBROADCAST FROM August 30, 2022] For our Full Bio series, Gene Jarrett, dean of the faculty and English professor at Princeton, discusses the life and work of poet Paul Laurence Dunbar called, Paul Laurence Dunbar: The Life and Times of a Caged Bird.
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Indian sitar master Purbayan Chatterjee's 'Kolkata'
[REBROADCAST FROM March 27, 2026] 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.
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Megha Majumdar on 'A Guardian and a Thief'
[REBROADCAST FROM March 27, 2026] 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 f
Singer-Songwriter Mýa on 'Retrospect'
[REBROADCAST FROM May 4, 2026] Grammy-Award winning singer-songwriter Mýa talks about her latest album, Retrospect, and her music video for the single "Just a Little Bit." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Grace Potter's New Album
[REBROADCAST FROM July 13, 2026] Grammy-nominated musician Grace Potter has released a new album, Trespasser. The project is her seventh studio album, in-part inspired by her road trips between Vermont and California, and an experience when a trespasser in mental health distress entered her home. Potter performs live and previews the new album.
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How to Grow Up Without Becoming a Grown-Up
"Recess Therapy" host and creator Julian Shapiro-Barnum's new book helps adults on how to get back in touch with their inner child. It's titled, How to Grow Up Without Becoming a Grown-Up. He joins us to discuss.
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Cycle Of Love
In 1977, a 23-year old street artist from Delhi named P.K. fell in love with a Swedish tourist named Lotta. The two spent a few magical days together before Lotta had to return home. P.K. promised to visit her -- but didn't have enough money for a plane ticket. So he rode a bicycle 6,000 miles to reunite with her. The new documentary "Cycle of Love" follows their journey. P.K. Mahanandia and Lotta
Last Call For Your New York State Summer Road Trip
[REBROADCAST FROM May 22, 2026] Where would you stop if you were to plan a road trip around New York? Ross Levi, Empire State Development Vice President and Executive Director of New York State's Division of Tourism, helps plan your New York State summer road trip and listeners share their favorite destinations.
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Stained Glass and Children's Books at the Brooklyn Public Library
[REBROADCAST FROM July 7, 2026] Artist and author Christopher Myers has a new exhibition of stained glass and tapestries opening at the Brooklyn Public Library, ahead of his new children's book Night Ride. Myers discusses the exhibit, called ‘Unbound.’
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New Pod About The Birth of Salsa in New York
[REBROADCAST FROM May 29, 2026] Latinae music is dominating the globe, but its origin story . The new podcast "Our Thing: The Birth of Salsa in Nueva York" unpacks the history of salsa, from a scrappy label founded in New York City to the artists like Bad Bunny dominating music today. The series' host Rosie Perez and senior producer Jeanne Montalvo discuss the podcast, and the story of salsa.
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Subway Series: Koku Gonza
Singer/songwriter/guitarist Koku Gonza is part of the MTA's music program, which normally takes place underground. But this Thursday, August 20th, she's performing on Broadway as part of an MTA/Garment District Alliance partnership. She previews her set, and plays live in Studio 5.
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Sarah Pidgeon on Playing Carolyn Bessette in 'Love Story'
Actor Sarah Pidgeon has earned an Emmy nomination for her portrayal of Carolyn Bessette in the new FX limited series, "Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette." Pidgeon discusses her performance and the popularity of the series, available to stream now on Hulu.
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Full Bio: The Misunderstood Life of Mary Todd Lincoln
Mary Todd Lincoln has been one of the most despised First Ladies in American history, and the subject of the hit farcical play "Oh, Mary!" where she is portrayed as an aspiring cabaret star, and alcoholic. Biographer Lois Romano seeks to correct the record with her new biography An Inconvenient Widow: The Torment, Trial, and Triumph of Mary Todd Lincoln. Romano discusses the life and legacy of one
The Life and Times of Mario Cuomo
[REBROADCAST FROM June 4, 2026] The new documentary "Mario" chronicles the life and career of New York governor Mario Cuomo. Directors Teddy and George Kunhardt discuss the film.
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Inside George Whipple's World
[REBROADCAST FROM June 8, 2026] The iconic New York City red carpet interviewer George Whipple has a rich and surprising backstory – and it goes beyond his show-stopping eyebrows. Whipple and director Adam Paul Verity discuss the new documentary, “Whipple’s World,” where the tables are turned and George becomes the subject.
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New Doc About NY Public Access Host Robin Byrd
[REBROADCAST FROM June 29, 2026] From the 1970s to the 1990s, New York City public-access television host Robin Byrd encouraged sex positivity, pushed boundaries, and advocated for the gay community. The HBO documentary "Bang My Box: The Robin Byrd Story" chronicles Byrd's career. Directors Jyllian Gunther and Stephanie Schwam discuss the film, and then Robin Byrd herself shares more about her lif
"The Vessel" Follows the Grief and Trauma of an Unlikely Trio
The new off-Broadway play "The Vessel" follows three young workers responsible for ensuring the safety of visitors in a tall, hazardous, steel structure, based on the real Hudson Yards interactive art piece known as the Vessel, where four people have died after falling from the structure since it opened in 2019. Playwright Brendan George, and actor Sofonyas talk about the production. "The Vessel"
New Graphic Novel Explores the Early Days of the AIDS Crisis
In the mid-1980s, author Emil Wilson's father brought home an ailing coworker to live in their home in small-town Oregon. But when it is eventually revealed that this coworker has HIV, everyone's lives are upended. Wilson has written and illustrated a graphic novel based on this true story, titled The Nightingales. He discusses the novel, and his family's story.
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Live Performances from The Beaches' Album 'No Hard Feelings'
[REBROADCAST FROM June 5, 2025] The rock band The Beaches hit it big with their 2023 song "Blame Brett." They perform songs, live in WNYC's performance studio, from their album No Hard Feelings.
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Jalen Ngonda Performs Live
[REBROADCAST FROM June 9, 2026] Singer Jalen Ngonda continues to honor the Motown sound of the 1960s and '70s on his latest release, following his critically acclaimed 2023 debut, Jalen NgondaCome Around and Love Me. He performs songs live from his sophomore album, Doctrine of Love.
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Get Lit Event: Ocean Vuong's 'The Emperor of Gladness'
[REBROADCAST FROM January 26, 2026] We present highlights from our live conversation with Ocean Vuong from our Get Lit with All Of It book club event. We spent a month reading his novel, The Emperor of Gladness.
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Full Bio: Phillis Wheatley's Life, From Enslaved Woman to Published Poet,
[REBROADCAST FROM April 2023] Revolutionary Era poet Phillis Wheatley was an enslaved woman who nevertheless became one of the most celebrated poets of her day. Author David Waldstreicher discusses his book, The Odyssey of Phillis Wheatley: A Poet's Journeys Through American Slavery and Independence, as part of our Full Bio series.
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Get Lit: Musical Guest Quinn Christopherson
[REBROADCAST FROM January 26, 2026] For our January Get Lit with All Of It book club event, Ocean Vuong requested he be accompanied by musical guest Quinn Christopherson, a Tiny Desk contest winner, who flew in from Alaska overnight to perform some new music, live.
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O-M-G, Former Mets Player Jose Iglesias Makes His Broadway Debut
Former Mets player Jose Iglesias helped spur the team to a deep post-season run with the release of his song, "OMG," under his stage name Candelita. The song became a rallying cry for the team, and part of the Mets homerun celebration. Now, Iglesias is making his Broadway debut as the Narrator in the Tony-winning musical "Buena Vista Social Club." Iglesias discusses his journey from second base to
August Film Series at Metrograph
Looking to escape the heat of August? Try heading to the movies at Metrograph, which is featuring exciting film series like "Gary Oldman: The Protean Man" and "This Night Has Opened My Eyes," featuring films about one wild night. Inge de Leeuw, director of programming at Metrograph, and Edo Choi, film programmer at Metrograph, preview some of the films you can catch this month at the theater.
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Medium Build Performs Live from His New Album
Singer-songwriter Medium Build (aka Nick Carpenter) performs live from his new album King of Having Fun, out on September 4. Medium Build is performing at Webster Hall on October 9.
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Bedouine's Latest Album 'Neon Summer Skin'
[REBROADCAST FROM June 10, 2026] Azniv Korkejian, known by her stage name Bedouine, shares music from her album Neon Summer Skin.
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Liniker Performs Live from 'CAJU'
[REBROADCAST FROM July 18, 2025] Latin Grammy-award winning Brazilian artist Liniker is town this week for her free show at Lincoln Center on July 18. Ahead of the concert, she performs live in our studio, discusses her latest album, CAJU, and reflects on what it meant to her to be the first transgender woman to ever win a Latin Grammy.
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The HawtPlates Perform Live
[REBROADCAST FROM January 13, 2026] The HawtPlates describe themselves as "a family singing group that was formed in a one-bedroom apartment in The Bronx." Throughout this month until January 25, they're performing a work called Dream Feed at HERE Arts Center as part of Under the Radar. Family and band members Justin Hicks, Jade Hicks and Kenita Miller-Hicks to perform live in the studio.
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American Doctor' Spotlights Three Doctors Working Together in Gaza
The new documentary "American Doctor" follows three doctors — one of Palestinian descent, one Jewish, and one Zoroastrian — as they enter Gaza to care for patients in the midst of the war. Director Poh Si Teng discusses the film, alongside Dr. Thaer Ahmad and Dr. Feroze Sidhwa, two of the doctors featured in the film. "American Doctor" is in select theaters now.
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Retrospective at MoMA: Marcel Duchamp, Dada Movement Pioneer
[REBROADCAST FROM April 29, 2026] The first American retrospective of the work of pioneering artist Marcel Duchamp in 50 years has landed at the MoMA. Curators Ann Temkin and Michelle Kuo discuss the show, running now through August 22.
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Designer Isamu Noguchi's Impact on New York
[REBROADCAST FROM February 6, 2026] The exhibit "Noguchi's New York" explores how Isamu Noguchi relationship with New York transformed the city even when thwarted by Robert Moses. It displays a survey of 50 of his works and animations of projects that were never realized. Noguchi Museum curator Kate Wiener & museum director Amy Hau discuss the exhibit, and the historical impact of the groundbreaki
A Trucker's Scale Model of NYC, 20 Years in the Making
[REBROADCAST FROM February 10, 2026] For over 20 years, truck driver Joe Macken worked to make a model of New York City, building by building, block by block. He finished in 2025, and after his kids encouraged him to post about the project online, Macken quickly went viral, garnering millions of views. The result of that publicity is a new exhibit open at the Museum of the City of New York, 'He Bu
Two Brothers and a Journey Toward Recovery in 'Union County'
The new film "Union County" follows Cody Parsons as he is assigned to a county-mandated drug court program. His foster brother, Jack, is also in the program, and the two navigate a tenuous journey toward recovery amidst the opioid epidemic in rural Ohio. Director Adam Meeks and actors Will Poulter and Noah Centineo share their experience making the film. "Union County" will be showing at the IFC f
Retirement Is About Time, Not Just Money
For most people, planning for retirement centers around having enough money to spend. But how to spend your post-work decades is an equally important issue. New York Times personal finance writer Brian O'Connor discusses his recent article is "You’re About to Retire. What Are You Doing for the Next 20 or 30 Years?" Plus, listeners share updates from their retirement.
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Summer in the City: Staten Island
The new exhibit "Staten Island: Making History" focuses on the role Staten Island has played throughout American history, from the days before European settlement all the way through present day. Rylee Eterginoso, director of curatorial affairs and programs at the Staten Island Museum, and Debbie-Ann Paige, a public historian who worked on the exhibit, discuss "Staten Island: Making History."
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Exploring Staten Island's Role in American History
Another installment of the Summer in the City series, this time, on Staten Island! John Kilcullen, a South Shore Parks administrator and member of the Preservation League of Staten Island, discusses the best things to do in the Borough of Parks, and listeners weigh in with their own suggestions.
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Josh Groban's 'CINEMATIC'
[REBROADCAST FROM May 15, 2026 ] Tony, Emmy and five-time GRAMMY-Award nominated singer, songwriter and actor Josh Groban shares tracks from his new album called CINEMATIC, and discusses his upcoming tour.
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The Starts, Director and Scenic Designer of Broadway's 'The Lost Boys'
[REBROADCAST FROM May 29, 2026] The film-to-musical Broadway adaptation "The Lost Boys" earned 12 Tony nominations, tying it with "Schmigadoon" for the most-nominated show this year. Actors Ali Louis Bourszgui and LJ Benet discuss their respective roles as the head of a vampire gang, and the wayward teen they seek to bring into the fold.
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WNYC's Tiffany Hanssen on Her Debut Crime Thriller Novel
[REBROADCAST FROM May 12, 2026] Though WNYC listeners know Tiffany Hanssen as a longtime public radio host, she is now also the author of a brand-new crime thriller. Hanssen discusses her debut novel My Name Was Gerry Sass, which tells the story of a radio host who is secretly a hitman for hire.
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Afropunk Festival Founder James Spooner's New Memoir About Growing Up in the Punk Scene
When Afropunk Festival founder James Spooner was still a teenager, he arrived in New York City in the 1990s and quickly became enmeshed in the punk scene. But as a Black kid in a majority-white space, he often didn't feel welcome. Thus launched his life's mission to create more inclusive spaces for punk fans, and the creation of his celebrated documentary "Afro-Punk." Spooner discusses his new mem
The Art of Writing a Great Obituary with Sam Roberts
Sam Roberts is the longtime obituary reporter for The New York Times, a job that requires writing mini-biographies with speed and accuracy. Roberts discusses his new book about that art, Are They Dead Yet?: The Art of the Obit.
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Questlove's Doc Celebrates Earth, Wind & Fire
[REBROADCAST FROM June 25, 2026] A new documentary from Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson explores the musical origins and lasting cultural impact of Earth, Wind & Fire. Questlove discusses "Earth, Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial vs. That's the Weight of the World)" which is streaming on HBO Max.
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How the ABA Changed the NBA
[REBROADCAST FROM February 12, 2026] Founded in 1967, the American Basketball League stood in contrast to the NBA with a looser, flashier, more entertaining approach to the game. It produced superstars, especially Julius Irving, aka "Dr. J" before merging with the NBA in 1976. "Soul Power: The Legend of the American Basketball Association," a new docuseries executive produced by Julius Irving abou
New Doc About Long Island's Favorite Piano Man, Billy Joel
[REBROADCAST FROM July 17, 2025] The new two-part documentary "Billy Joel: And So It Goes" provides an in-depth look into the life and career of Long Island's beloved piano man. Co-director Susan Lacy discusses the project, which premieres episode one Friday evening on HBO and HBO Max. Listeners weigh in with their favorite Billy Joel memories and performances.
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American History Fridays: Lady Bird Johnson
[REBROADCAST FROM April 26, 2021] Author and podcast host Julia Sweig discusses her book, Lady Bird Johnson: Hiding in Plain Sight, as well as her podcast, ‘In Plain Sight: Lady Bird Johnson,’ which draws on over 123 hours of Johnson’s audio diaries, many of them unheard until now.
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'Ragtime' in the Greene Space
[REBROADCAST FROM May 25, 2026] The stars of the Broadway musical 'Ragtime' join Alison Stewart live in The Greene Space at WNYC. Joshua Henry, Caissie Levy, Brandon Uranowitz, Nichelle Lewis, Ben Levi Ross, and Shaina Taub perform songs from the show and discuss stepping into one of the largest casts on Broadway. Director Lear deBessonet shares his experiences directing the production. This event
A Poet is Rediscovered in 'Late Fame'
The new film "Late Fame" follows a New York City poet named Ed Saxberger (played by Willem Dafoe) who was working in relative obscurity until a group of young people become obsessed with his work. Director Kent Jones and actors Dafoe and Edmund Donovan discuss the film, in theaters August 7.
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New Feature Film Subverts the Queer Tropes of the Slasher Genre
Director Jane Schoenbrun's third feature film, “Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma,” follows a young filmmaker, played by Hannah Einbeinder, tasked with reviving a dated -- and problematic -- slasher series, Camp Miasma. Schoenbrun's and Einbeinder discuss the film, the history of homophobic and transphobic messaging in horror, and what it's like to make a queer slasher movie.
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Old Flings and Eruptions of the Heart in 'Erupcja'
[REBROADCAST FROM April 22, 2026] Director Pete Ohs has said he makes movies the same way he did in high school, with everyone playing a part in the writing, acting, and filming. In his new film "Erupcja," those collaborators include Charli XCX and Jeremy O. Harris, in a story about a young woman who meets up with a perennial fling while on a romantic trip to Warsaw with her boyfriend, who plans t
A Tense Marriage and a Dinner Party with the Swinging Neighbors in 'The Invite'
[REBROADCAST FROM June 16, 2026] The new movie "The Invite" shows a dinner party gone sideways when a couple struggling in their marriage invites their upstairs neighbors over for a meal. Co-writers Rashida Jones and Will McCormack discuss the film.
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Food Influencers and Body Image in John Early's Directorial Debut: 'Maddie's Secret'
[REBROADCAST FROM June 17, 2026] John Early makes his directorial debut and stars as a food influencer in the new film "Maddie's Secret." Early talks about the film.
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The Stars of 'The Winter's Tale' at Shakespeare in the Park
Raúl Esparza stars as Leontes in the new Shakespeare in the Park production of "The Winter's Tale," alongside Lily Rabe (Hermione), Isabela Ferrer (Perdita) and Daniel Kyri (Florizel). All four actors discuss the play, running at the Delacorte Theater through August 23.
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Dominic Sessa Stars as Anthony Bourdain in 'Tony'
The new film "Tony" follows a young Anthony Bourdain as he spends one memorable summer working under the mentorship of a chef in Cape Cod. Actor Dominic Sessa discusses his role as Bourdain in the film, in theaters August 7.
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Tank and the Bangas Share 'The Last Balloon'
[REBROADCAST FROM May 14, 2026] Tank and the Bangas performs a few songs live from their latest album, The Last Balloon, which marks the final chapter in their balloon trilogy, following Green Balloon and Red Balloon.
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Dessa on Rap and Social Conciousness
[REBROADCAST FROM March 20, 2026] Minneapolis rapper Dessa performed live in studio ahead of a local concert held back in March.
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Briston Maroney Gets Real On 'JIMMY'
[REBROADCAST FROM May 22, 2025] Indie rocker Briston Maroney performs songs from his latest album, JIMMY.
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Small Stakes, Big Opinions: Jorts
You see them while walking on the Lower East Side. You see them on the L train. Perhaps you even see them at work. Jorts are back. Is that a good thing? WNYC/Gothamist culture reporter Sonia Rao discusses her reporting on the phenomenon for our "small stakes, big opinions" debate series.
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Yu & Me Books Doc at the Asian American International Film Festival
The new documentary short “YU & ME” follows Lucy Yu, the owner of Yu & Me Books, as she rebuilds her Chinatown bookstore with the help of her community following a fire. Yu and filmmaker Esther Chan discuss the short, which makes its New York premiere at the Asian American International Film Festival this Friday.
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Summer in the City: Manhattan
The "Summer in the City" series continues in the most iconic borough yet: Manhattan, with its towering skyscrapers and densely populated streets. Alexa Weiser, author of the Substack newsletter "City Happenings," offers tips on how to discover the city's most charming and discrete corners.
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Reconnecting and Reconciling in Ann Patchett’s ‘Whistler’
[REBROADCAST FROM Jun 2, 2026] Celebrated author and bookstore owner Ann Patchett discusses her latest novel, Whistler, which tells the story of a woman and her old step-father who reconnect many years after the events that separated them.
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Mapping Colonialism in Maggie O'Farrell’s ‘Land’
[REBROADCAST FROM June 25, 2026 ] Maggie O'Farrell, the celebrated author of "Hamnet," discusses her new novel, Land. The story follows an Irish family in the wake of the potato famine.
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Gentrification and the American Dream in 'Last Night in Brooklyn'
[REBROADCAST FROM April 20, 2026] The latest novel from Xochitl Gonzalez explores the gentrification of Fort Greene in 2007 through the eyes of one character, Alicia, who is presented with different versions of the American Dream as new people begin to move into the neighborhood. Gonzalez discusses her book, Last Night in Brooklyn.
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Best New York City Books
What are some of the best books about or set in New York City? Producer Jordan Lauf discusses some of her recommendations in this annual Summer Reading Challenge category. Plus, listeners share their favorite New York books. Finished the Summer Reading Challenge already? Click here to register for your prize!
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Remembering Betye Saar, Leading Voice of Black Arts Movement
The artist Betye Saar died last week at the age of 99, just days before her 100th birthday. Saar was famously a leading voice of the Black Arts Movement of the ‘60s and ‘70s, and was known for repurposing found objects that depict harmful Black stereotypes, including ceramic "mammies" she repurposed into sculptures that transform and subvert their original racism. Jane Carpenter-Rock, acting direc
Riz Ahmed Goes for a James Bond Role in 'Bait'
[REBROADCAST FROM March 18, 2026 ] In the 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.
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Lionel Boyce on Playing Pastry Chef Marcus on 'The Bear'
[REBROADCAST FROM June 15, 2026 ] The fifth and final season of the beloved dramedy "The Bear" premieres on June 25. Lionel Boyce, who stars as pastry chef Marcus, discusses the final season of the show, which follows Marcus and the rest of the staff as they try to prevent the restaurant from going under.
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Juliane Nicholson & Thomas Doherty Talk 'Paradise' Season 2
[REBROADCAST FROM March 26, 2026] The second season of the Hulu 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 latest season of "Paradise," streaming now on Hulu.
Broadway on the Radio Encore! CATS: The Jellicle Ball
[REBROADCAST FROM May 21, 2026] The stars of Broadway's nine-time Tony-nominated musical ‘CATS: The Jellicle Ball’ join All Of It with Alison Stewart live in The Greene Space at WNYC. Enjoy live performances from the show's stars, including André de Shields and Tempress Chastity Moore, and hear from co-directors Bill Rauch and Zhailon Levingston as well as co-choreographers Omari Wiles and Arturo
American History Friday: A 'Full Bio' About Shirley Chisholm
[REBROADCAST FROM March 2023] For our March 2023 Full Bio selection, we focused on political trailblazer, New York congresswoman and presidential candidate Shirley Chisholm. We discussed her life and legacy with Anastasia C. Curwood, author of the biography, Shirley Chisholm: Champion of Black Feminist Power Politics.
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The 25th Anniversary of 'Is This It' from The Strokes
25 years ago, the New York band The Strokes released their debut album, Is This It. For the next installment of the series Silver Liner Notes, author Steven Hyden discusses the anniversary of the album, and previews his new book Is This It: The Never-Ending Rise and Fall of the Strokes (and Rock ‘n’ Roll).
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YEИDRY Performs Live From Her Long-Awaited Debut Live
Dominican-Italian artist YEИDRY discusses her forthcoming debut album, Como Agua, and showcases her genre-blending sound, blending pop, Latin, R&B, and flamenco influences with a live in-studio performance, ahead of an intimate concert and conversation with comedian Sasha Merci Thursday night at 7:00 p.m. at National Sawdust in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
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How Singer-Songwriter Humbe Made Waves in Spanish Language Music
[REBROADCAST FROM March 4, 2026] The Mexican singer-songwriter Humbe broke through with his hit song "fantasmas," and is making waves in the world of Spanish language music. He performs from his album, Dueño del Cielo.
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Sophie Rivera's Photos of 1970s Nuyorican NYC
[REBROADCAST FROM May 12, 2026] In the late 1970s, photographer Sophie Rivera began asking her fellow Nuyoricans if she could take their picture on the street. So began her Latino Portrait series that is just one of the many ways Rivera reframed how Puerto Rican New Yorkers were depicted on camera in mass media. A new exhibit at El Museo del Barrio displays more than 125 images taken by Rivera, an
The Hard Lessons of a Time Travelling 'Tradwife' in the Novel 'Yesteryear'
[REBROADCAST FROM April 6, 2026] In the new novel Yesteryear, a popular tradwife influencer finds herself confronting the harsh realities of the lifestyle she promotes when she mysteriously is sent back in time to 1855. Author Caro Claire Burke discusses the novel, out now.
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Remembering Flaco the Owl
It's been over two years since Flaco, the owl who escaped from the Central Park Zoo and captured New Yorkers hearts, died after colliding with a building on the Upper West Side. A new documentary, "Wild Inside," revisits Flaco's story, and sources footage from New York birders who were lucky enough to capture a Flaco sighting. Director Penny Lane discusses her film, "Wild Inside" which premieres J
Brandy Clark, One of the 'Greatest Living American Songwriters,' Performs
Brandy Clark, one of the 30 Greatest Living American Songwriters according to the New York Times, joins to play live and preview her forthcoming 2027 album (details to be announced). She'll be at 92Y this Friday for An Evening with Brandy Clark.
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Patrick Radden Keefe Investigates London's Criminal Underworld
[REBROADCAST FROM April 7, 2026] In the latest work of investigative journalism from Patrick Radden Keefe, the author attempts to get to the bottom of the mysterious death of Zac Brettler, a British teenager who plunged to his death from a luxury building in 2019. After his death, it was revealed that Brettler had been living a secret life, one that involved shady characters in the London underwor
Reckoning with the Fallout of China's 'One Child' Policy
[REBROADCAST FROM August 7, 2025] As Beijing bureau chief for the Los Angeles Times, journalist Barbara Demick reported on the politics and impact of China's 'one-child' policy. Demick has written a new book that follows the story of how the policy affected one family, and a set of twins forcefully separated and put into the adoption system. Demick discusses her book, Daughters of the Bamboo Grov
'Disruption' Explores Our AI Obsessed Future
The new play "Disruption" follows a Silicon Valley engineer who presents his three best friends with a new AI algorithm that he claims can make all of their life decisions for them. But at what cost? Playwright Andrew Stein discusses the play, alongside actors John David Washington and Conrad Ricamora. "Disruption" is running at Pershing Square Signature Center through Sept. 27th.
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