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Beijing Bands to Rock NYC This Weekend
by Janaya Williams
November 20, 2009
Three indie rock bands from Beijing are performing in New York this weekend, wrapping up a three-week tour of the U.S. It's their first time touring in this country. The bands are signed to one of Ch....
Deaf Actors Demand Equal Stage Time
by Janaya Williams
November 17, 2009
"The Heart is a Lonely Hunter". started previews last week at the New York Theater Workshop. The action takes place in a small town in Georgia in the 1930's, and revolves around a central character, ....
"Who Shot Rock and Roll" at Brooklyn Museum
by Janaya Williams
October 30, 2009
“Who Shot Rock and Roll” opens today at the Brooklyn Museum. It's the first major museum exhibition to acknowledge the role photographers played in ushering in the rock-and-roll revolution. ....
Jazz Musicians Seek Health Care and Pensions
by Janaya Williams
October 10, 2009
For months, the nation's attention has been focused on the health care debate in Washington. Here in New York, jazz musicians are putting pressure on club owners to provide pensions and health insura....
Legendary DJ Mr. Magic Dies at 53
by Janaya Williams
October 07, 2009
Legendary New York radio disc jockey Mr. Magic died on Friday at the age of 53. DJ Mister Magic born John Rivas is credited with launching and hosting the first all-rap radio show in the US. WNYC's J....
Notorious B.I.G., Now Bigger on the Silver Screen
by Janaya Williams
January 09, 2009
Notorious B.I.G. was one of hip hop's most influential artists. His meteoric rise in the rap scene was stopped short when he was murdered in 1997, three years after releasing his debut album. Now his....
Vote 2009
WNYC provides analysis of the characters and debates of those running for mayor, comptroller, public advocate, district attorney and City Council. Share your election story or gripe and post your comments on the news blog.
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Financial 411
WNYC's Amy Eddings hosts a daily overview of financial news at 4:30 weekdays which is available via podcast, with highlights from the day and a preview of what you can expect tomorrow.
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Main Street NYC
WNYC is following five blocks over the next year to see how the economic downturn is being experienced on the street level.
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Uncommon Economic Indicators
The Brian Lehrer Show is keeping a close eye on how the economy is affecting the little things in daily life. Share your stories and photos of the downturn.
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