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Rural Health Systems Challenged By COVID-19 Surge
Medical services in small Northwest towns are stretched to the limit with shortages of qualified workers and PPE, CARES Act funds running out and hospitals at or near capacity. -
New York's 2020 Electors Head To Albany, Including Big City Mayors (But Not De Blasio)
The list of 29 electors certified by the New York State Board of Elections includes a who’s who of the state Democrats, including statewide elected officials, labor leaders, party loyalists and mayors of major cities.
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NYC Christmas Tree Vendors Pleasantly Surprised By So Many Early Sales
Several Christmas tree vendors said business had been swift early in the season this year, following a national trend. But because of a national tree shortage, some vendors anticipate they will run out of trees well before Christmas Eve.
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Consider This Podcast Catches You Up on National and Local News in 20 Minutes. Weekdays at 5 PM.
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'I Have Lost Everything': Ethiopian Refugees Flee For Their Lives
Last month, the Ethiopian government launched an offensive against a rebellious regional government. The ensuing conflict has killed hundreds and almost 50,000 Ethiopians have crossed into Sudan.
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Ijeoma Oluo on 'Mediocre'
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Ijeoma Oluo's "Mediocre: The Dangerous Legacy of White Male America." -
Max Richter’s ‘Voices’ On Human Rights Day
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Hear Max Richter’s "Voices," for orchestra, chorus, electronics, and taped voices in many languages reading the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, Tonight at 10PM on 93.9FM. -
Making Music In - And About - Pandemic Isolation
Most of us have experienced some sense of isolation during the pandemic, and that shared hardship inspired two New York-based artists to create an album. - Edit Bucket
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An Hour with Dave Brubeck
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From the archives: On the 100th anniversary of his birth, Dave Brubeck still looms large in jazz history.
Tech and Media
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'The Wrath Of Mark': 4 Takeaways From The Government's Case Against Facebook
Twin complaints from the Federal Trade Commission and 48 attorneys general paint a portrait of a company protecting its power at all costs. -
Google CEO Apologizes, Vows To Restore Trust After Black Scientist's Ouster
Sundar Pichai addressed employees in an internal email after thousands of them publicly criticized the tech giant for pushing out a top artificial intelligence researcher. -
Top Cyber Firm, FireEye, Says It's Been Hacked By A Foreign Govt.
The California-based company is often called by governments and companies around the world to protect against hacks and respond to breaches. FireEye acknowledged that some valuable tools were stolen.
Music For Your Day
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Weekly Music Roundup: Bette Smith, Public Enemy, and Nubiyan Twist
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Week of Sep. 28: This week, the next great Brooklyn soul singer Bette Smith; the return of Public Enemy, and a posthumous duet from John Prine and Kurt Vile. Plus, a huge Prince reissue. -
Monte Raises Environmental Awareness Via Lush Electronic and Natural Music
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Monte (Simón Mejía of Bomba Estéreo) creates a mix of electronic dance, ambient music, and natural sounds, as a new twist on environmental activism. He joins us remotely from Colombia. -
Redemptive Journeys In Anjimile's Buoyant Indie-Pop
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Anjimile wrote their debut album, "Giver Taker," while getting sober and establishing their identity. They play these beautiful, buoyant, and tender songs remotely, from Boston. -
Suzanne Vega: A Vivid and Vibrant New York Songwriter
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Millions know Suzanne Vega’s hits, like “Luka” and “Tom’s Diner.” One of New York City's leading songwriters, Vega plays live at home and discusses her long career. -
Celestial and Lush Songs of Hope and Mourning by Owen Pallett
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Singer, composer, and arranger extraordinaire Owen Pallett, along with their instruments and the new build of their looping station, plays songs that span their career, remotely.
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Fri Dec. 18 | Yo La Tengo’s Hanukkah Concert
We cannot come together in person this year, but for just one night, you’re invited to join us online for a less-frills, stripped-down Hanukkah concert streamed live from The Greene Space’s Lower Manhattan studio.
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Thur Dec. 17 | Lives at Stake
Lives at Stake is a series of frank conversations by and for trans people about the issues affecting their communities, hosted by Emmy and Peabody Award winner Imara Jones.
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Wed. Dec 16 | Noche Buena
This holiday season, join us and MoFAD for a virtual celebration of Filipinx (Filipino) food and traditions.
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Mon Dec. 14 | A Cartoon Monsoon Holiday Spectacular
What if a gang of comedians, puppets, and animators teamed up with WNYC to spread some all-age Holiday Cheer?