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Against the Machine
On the Media
What's in Biden's bill; why social media is a mirror; and where humans end and technology begins.
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Jon Stewart: “That’s Not Cancel Culture”
The New Yorker Radio Hour
The comedian speaks about his new show, the potential return of Donald Trump, and controversial comedy. -
A 47-Page Report Says Mayor De Blasio Abused His Security Privileges. Here's What You Need To Know
The mayor has vigorously attacked the findings, calling them "inaccurate" and naive to the security threats he and his family members face on a daily basis.
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A two-tier wage system roiled the auto industry. Workers today say no way
Nurses at Kaiser Permanente and cereal workers at Kellogg are among those protesting their companies' proposals for a two-tier wage system under which new hires would earn less for the same work. -
Haiti faces disasters and chaos. Its people are most likely to be denied U.S. asylum
Of 4,202 applications from late 2018 to June 2021 only 194 were granted asylum. Some Haitians say there's been a history of racism and mistreatment by U.S. authorities for more than a century. -
Just the idea of House Speaker Trump could be a dream or nightmare for each party
Some of the former president's boosters are pushing for him to lead the House if Republicans win it back in 2022. Even if he's not really interested, just the notion may be an issue in the midterms. -
The Justice Department is heading back to the Supreme Court over Texas' abortion law
The Justice Department wants the high court to put the restrictive law on hold during ongoing legal challenges. The U.S. government says the legislation is unconstitutional. -
Former President Bill Clinton remains hospitalized to receive further treatment
His spokesperson says Clinton, who was admitted to a California hospital to receive treatment for a "non-Covid-related infection," will remain there overnight to receive IV antibiotics.
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Who Would Jesus Mock?
The Experiment
The Atlantic’s Emma Green sits down with the editor-in-chief of Christian satire site the Babylon Bee to talk about mockery and the line between making fun and doing harm. -
Over a Thousand Recipes in 'Modernist Pizza'
All Of It
Nathan Myhrvold joins us to discuss the new entry to the "Modernist" book collection, 'Modernist Pizza'. -
Why a literary magazine at the nation's oldest public hospital matters more than ever
Morning Edition
One of the world's most famous hospitals also houses a respected literary magazine focused on health and healing. The Bellevue Literary Review has seen an uptick of submissions during the pandemic. - Edit Bucket
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Kara Walker Talks with Thelma Golden
The New Yorker Radio Hour
The influential artist on how she uses historical imagery to address the issues of our moment.
Tech and Media
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What Local News Means to You
All Of It
Downsizing local journalism means less coverage of local politics, less accountability for local governments, and fewer opportunities to celebrate the communities we live in. -
The Nobel Peace Prize goes to journalists in the Philippines and Russia
All Things Considered
The 2021 Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to journalists Maria Ressa of the Philippines and Dmitry Muratov of Russia. -
Desperation Mode: The Looming Decline of Facebook
On the Media
Why the social media giant seems nervous.
Music For Your Day
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Weekly Music Roundup: Baracutanga, N.C. Sacred Soul, and FPA
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This week, premieres of Latin folk-fusion from Baracutanga and Carolina soul from Big James Barrett and the Golden Jubilees, plus Kanye and Drake race to the bottom. -
Manchester Orchestra: No Rules and No Ceiling
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Atlanta-based Manchester Orchestra crafts cinematic, long-form songs on their latest record, The Million Masks of God. Andy Hull and Robert McDowell play intimate arrangements remotely. -
Helado Negro Refracts Music Through a Latinx Lense (Archives)
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Ecuadorian-American musician Roberto Lange records as Helado Negro. He plays songs from 2016's 'Private Energy', some of the band’s most explicitly political material, in-studio. -
Adrian Crowley's Songs Are True Stories and Born of Another Place
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Irish singer/songwriter Adrian Crowley is known for his detailed but surreal storytelling, and his rich baritone voice. He plays songs from his latest, 'The Watchful Eye Of The Stars.' -
Las Palabras Finds The Words In Charming Minimalistic Tunes
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Rafael Cohen, of the dance-punk band !!!, draws on his musical past as Las Palabras, crafting minimalistic sunny Latin pop in his native language. He plays some of these songs remotely.
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Free Livestream, July 29 | Get Lit with All of It: Zakiya Dalila Harris
Alison Stewart, host of WNYC’s All Of It, continues her virtual book club series with Zakiya Dalila Harris.
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Watch Now: WNYC 2021 Health Convening
This year there will be a series of discussions on COVID-19 and the American Healthcare System.
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Watch Now: Pity These Ashes: Tulsa 1921-2021
Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Tulsa Race Massacre, The Greene Space in partnership with The Harlem Chamber Players, Harlem Stage and the Harlem School of the Arts presents Pity These Ashes: Tulsa 1921-2021.
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Watch Now: Jordan Bak: World Premiere of Esteban Zapata Folk Songs
“A star in the making,” (Seattle Pi) Jamaican-American violist Jordan Bak will premiere Esteban Zapata’s Folk Songs live from The Greene Space.
