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America Are We Ready for the First 100 Days?: Native Americans
Join the national conversation Thursday evenings during the first 100 days of the Biden administration. This week: The Biden Administration and Native Americans
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The Public Advocate's Plan For Recovery, And Beyond
The Brian Lehrer Show
New York City Public Advocate Jumaane Williams talks about his policy plans and his upcoming "State of the People" address. -
"It's The Cuomo Way": Former Staffers Describe Toxic Workplace Under Governor’s Relentless Thumb
Nearly a dozen current and former staffers of Cuomo’s office who spoke to Gothamist/WNYC said Cuomo has cultivated an intense work culture that was brutal for some, traumatic for others.
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Senate Democrats, White House Agree To Tighter Income Limits For Stimulus Checks
Moderate Democrats have demanded that the $1,400 stimulus checks be targeted at low- and moderate-income people. The change, if adopted, means the House will need to vote again on the package. -
House Approves Police Reform Bill Named After George Floyd
The bill, which would ban chokeholds and eliminate qualified immunity for law enforcement, now advances to the Senate. -
'Embarrassed' Cuomo Apologizes But Won't Resign Over Sexual Harassment Allegations
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo apologized for making people feel uncomfortable, but said he would not resign and urged people to wait for the attorney general's investigation before forming opinions. -
DOJ Fails To Persuade Judge To Keep Proud Boys 'Sergeant Of Arms' Behind Bars
Ethan Nordean, 30, faces multiple federal charges related to the attack on the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6. Justice Department lawyers argued that he helped plan the assault. -
How Far Have COVID-19 Treatments Come?
The Brian Lehrer Show
An update on the ongoing research and development of COVID-19 medical treatments, rather than vaccines.
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Ugh, Dating Right Now
Death, Sex & Money
Your stories about the struggles of dating during a pandemic, and a pep talk from dating expert and "How To Not Die Alone" author Logan Ury. -
Bunny Wailer, Iconic Reggae Singer And Wailers Co-Founder, Has Died At Age 73
All Things Considered
The last founding member of The Wailers died Tuesday in Kingston, Jamaica. After leaving the group in 1974, Bunny Wailer cultivated a distinguished solo career. - Edit Bucket
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Brooklyn Librarian Becomes Unlikely Star With Her Bilingual Story Time
The pandemic has yielded a silver lining for the Brooklyn Public Library. Tenzin Kalsang's Tibetan story time has been drawing audiences in the tens of thousands.
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Changes in Media
All Of It
Inspired by the Black Lives Matter movement, some news outlets like the Boston Globe are taking a new look at previously published stories. NPR media reporter David Folkenflik joins us. -
Clubhouse Opens a Window for Free Expression in China
The New Yorker Radio Hour
Until recently, Chinese citizens could only speak privately about political taboos, like the detention of Uighurs; suddenly, an app offered a chance to talk out loud and honestly. -
What's So Special About Mars?
The Takeaway
For decades, we’ve explored the tiny red dot in the night sky, with each mission getting us a bit closer to understanding its mysteries.
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Weekly Music Roundup: Kronos Quartet, Ani Cordero, and Noga Erez
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This week, Kronos Quartet celebrates Gullah culture, acoustic hip hop from Noga Erez, and a big hug from Ani Cordero. Plus, a collaboration from poet Ross Gay and Justin Vernon. -
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. -
Aaron Lee Tasjan Is What Folk-Glam Might Sound Like
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Aaron Lee Tasjan mixes up folk, glam rock, psychedelia, and trenchant social commentary on his newest album, Tasjan! Tasjan! Tasjan! He plays some of his new songs live for us. -
Songwriter Langhorne Slim Re-Discovers Creative Joy To Banish Anxiety, Addiction
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Songwriter Langhorne Slim works through his own battles with panic attacks and pills on his latest record, "Strawberry Mansion." He joins us present these new songs, remotely. -
ÌFÉ Honors the Ancestors in Futuristic Yoruba Prayer Songs
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Puerto Rican band ÌFÉ, headed by Otura Mun, blends electronics with Afro-Cuban folklore and Yoruban religious music. Performing remotely, ÌFÉ celebrates the ancestors for the podcast.
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Free Livestream, Mar 2 | Punishment & Profit: Programs & Labor
Rehabilitative programs in prisons and jails are constantly at risk of defunding.
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Free Livestream, Mar 9 | Punishment & Profit: Equipment
Law enforcement and correctional agencies spending $1.2 billion annually on equipment from batons and tasers to security barriers and chemical weapons.
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Free Livestream, Mar 10 | Miso, Shoyu and Samurai: The Cuisine and Culture of Aichi Prefecture
Join MOFAD in partnership with The Greene Space for a virtual exploration of the Aichi prefecture.
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Free Livestream, Mar 19 | Uncovered: Florence B. Price
New York Times-celebrated ensemble, Catalyst Quartet, continues their trio of performances from their latest project, UNCOVERED, with the work of Florence B. Price.
