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Finding ways to feel safe as a young Black girl in America
Radio Rookies
Betsy-Jane Paul-Odionhin explores what it means to feel safe — or unsafe — as a young Black girl in America.
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It's not too late to stave off the climate crisis, U.N. report finds. Here's how
All Things Considered
The good news is that the world has solutions and technology to slow climate change. The bad news is that time is running out. -
Largest-known NYC survey finds affordable housing, reducing homelessness seen as keys to public safety
A civic engagement group called NYC Speaks has released results of a 62,000-person survey about a range of issues, from public safety and infrastructure to education and racial equity.
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Ukraine president to speak at U.N. amid growing accusations of war crimes
World leaders expressed outrage over reports of dead Ukrainian civilians — many of whom appear to have been executed — strewn about in Bucha, a city northwest of Kyiv. -
U.S. ambassador to the U.N. calls for suspending Russia from the Human Rights Council
All Things Considered
Linda Thomas-Greenfield told NPR's Michel Martin that Russia should be held to a higher standard as a permanent member of the Security Council, and vowed to hold the country accountable. -
Another booster? A vaccine for omicron? Here's what could be next for COVID vaccines
All Things Considered
Federal health officials are convening with outside advisers April 6 to talk about a vaccine plan, whether that's another booster in the fall, an omicron shot or one that targets more than one strain. -
As home births rise in popularity, some midwives operate in a legal gray area
As maternity wards continue to close across the U.S., demand for midwives has grown, especially in rural areas. But hospitals and health care providers have raised concerns about licensing and safety. -
Amazon’s NYC Warehouse Workers Vote to Unionize
The Brian Lehrer Show
What does the Amazon unionization vote mean for the warehouse workers on Staten Island and beyond?
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From rom-com lead to action star, Bruce Willis leaves behind an expansive career
The actor's family announced Wednesday he's stepping away from acting. He was recently diagnosed with aphasia, which affects language and communication. -
Get Lit: Tituss Burgess
All Of It
We air highlights from the interview and performance portion of our March "Get Lit with All Of It" book club event. -
Hard: Erectile Disappointment
Death, Sex & Money
In the first episode of a three part series, we hear stories about when bodies don't do what we want or expect during sex—and how that impacts our relationships. - Edit Bucket
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A Culinary Guide to Queens
All Of It
Food and drink editor for Time Out New York, Amber Sutherland-Namako, joins to walk us through some of the best culinary destinations in Queens.
Tech and Media
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A More Accurate Picture of Russia’s Nuclear Strategy
On the Media
This moment is less Cuban Missile Crisis and more business as usual in the nuclear age. -
The best college podcasts of 2022: NPR's College Podcast Challenge
These 10 podcast entries show us what's captivating college students.
Music For Your Day
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Weekly Music Roundup: Method Man, Combo Chimbita, Hania Rani
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This week, new songs from Method Man and Combo Chimbita, and a blues collaboration 60 years in the making from Taj Mahal and Ry Cooder. Plus, Polish pianist Hania Rani's surprise EP. -
Mitski's 'Laurel Hell' confronts the wild complexity of feeling
We're all feeling too much. Mitski's music can help. On her sixth album, she embraces dramatic emotions — and even in the depths of inner dysregulation, her clarity is remarkable. -
Buffalo Nichols Is Bringing the Blues of the Past Into the Future
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Austin-based singer/songwriter Buffalo Nichols plays music that holds the country’s truest values and rawest emotions - the Blues. It's just him and his guitar, as he performs remotely. -
Amythyst Kiah's Roots Music Deals With Loss, Grief, and Pain
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Singer and guitarist Amythyst Kiah loves both roots and alternative music; and her songs often clothe dark subjects in bluesy stomps and ecstatic rock. She and her band play remotely. -
Angélica Negrón Performs on Plant Art, Live at The Greene Space
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Puerto Rican composer/performer/educator Angélica Negrón writes for chamber ensembles, orchestras, films, and robots. She triggers sounds via plant art into a sonic dreamscape.
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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.
