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"Something Is Emerging From This Community"
On The Media
A Portland reporter on the aftermath of the recent anti-Muslim hate crime, and what the national media are missing.
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This Week in Politics: Decision Time in the Garden State
Jersey residents prepare to cast their primary votes - and take their first steps away from the Christie era. -
Truth, Politics and Power: How Do Civil Wars End?
Specials
In this episode, explore the conflicts in Iraq and Syria in-depth as President Trump expands U.S. involvement in the Middle East.
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Mayor, Governor Vow to Do More on Climate After Paris Accord Withdrawal
But both were already well on their way to cutting greenhouse gas emissions, and it’s unclear just how much difference their re-energized vows will make for the world's climate. -
Entrepreneur Jason Mayden Gets Superheroic
Former Nike designer and Super Heroic founder Jason Mayden talks about his longstanding relationship with Cooper Hewitt and the importance of play-performance gear for kids. -
Controversial Nationalist Declines Honored Spot in Puerto Rican Day Parade
Oscar Lopez Rivera will still march, but won't lead the parade. -
NJ Governor's Race: Meet the Candidates
The Brian Lehrer Show
Who will be the next governor? As New Jerseyans prepare to vote in the June 6 gubernatorial primary, The Brian Lehrer Show invites the candidates to discuss their proposed policies. -
Voter Guide: Who's Running To Succeed Gov. Chris Christie
Time to vote, New Jersey! You can choose a candidate for governor in the primary on June 6. WNYC and NJ Spotlight break down where the candidates stand on key issues.
Arts and Culture
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In 'Beyond Respectability,' A History of Black Women As Public Intellectuals
Brittney C. Cooper's history of black women thinkers traces decades of struggle against racism and misogyny. It's a crucial cultural study and a dense, serious read that rewards close attention. -
Send Us Your Prom Photos!
And to give you some inspiration, here are a few throwbacks from WNYC staffers. -
American Icons: I Love Lucy
Studio 360
It set the model for the hit family sitcom. Lucy's weekly antics and humiliation entered the DNA of TV comedy: from “Desperate Housewives” to “30 Rock,” writers can’t live without Lucy. - Edit Bucket
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Look! The Blue Whale Gets Clean
People get annual checkups — and the very dusty blue whale at the American Museum of Natural History gets a yearly cleaning.
Tech and Media
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In $43 Million Settlement, Spotify Forced To Confront A Persistent Problem
The streaming service settled a class action lawsuit filed by songwriters who accused Spotify of using their work without a license. -
Episode 5: How Politics Turns Violent
The United States of Anxiety
Why do people move from radical politics to political violence? How does a person decide that peaceful protest is not enough? -
What We Learned from Grandpa’s FBI File
Note to Self
Our producer discovered an FBI file on her grandfather. What if they compiled a file on you? Here's how they'd do it.
Music For Your Day
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The Far-Reaching Influence of Cult Hero Arthur Russell
Q2 Music
The composer, songwriter and cellist Arthur Russell would have celebrated his 66th birthday this week. His influence reached everyone from Philip Glass to Allen Ginsberg to David Byrne. -
Listen: 'Wires' by The National's Bryce Dessner
Meet the Composer
Listen to the world-premiere recording of "Wires" by composer and guitartist for The National Bryce Dessner, performed by Ensemble Intercontemporain under Matthias Pintscher. -
Tunisian Singer/Producer Emel Mathlouthi Carries On the Human Struggle
Soundcheck
Tunisian singer Emel Mathlouthi came to prominence through her protest songs. On Emel's new 'Ensen,' she pairs electronica & traditional instruments. She joins us in the studio. -
Electronic Pop & Chamber Music Composer/Producer Anna Meredith Is Full of Surprises
Soundcheck
British singer/composer Anna Meredith cavorts freely in classical, rock, electronica, & minimalism. She & her unusual band of tuba, cello, drums & guitar join us, live in the studio. -
Live In-Studio: Aimee Mann
Studio 360
What do Elliott Smith, Dan Fogelberg and Joni Mitchell have in common? They all bum out Aimee Mann. She shares her favorite sad songs and performs tracks from her new album.
