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The Subversion Playbook
On the Media
What to call election "audits"; the ominous threat of election subversion; voting in Russia; and the Kremlin's latest attack on journalists.
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Joaquin Castro: “Americans Don’t Know Who Latinos Are”
The New Yorker Radio Hour
A new report documents the lack of Latino stories in media and entertainment. The Texas congressman warns that underrepresentation allows the ugliest stereotypes to hold sway. -
City Faces Another Temporary Restraining Order On Vaccination Mandate For School Employees
The temporary stop comes three days before the deadline for all DOE employees to show proof of vaccination or leave their jobs.
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Rural Hospitals Worry They Will Lose Staff Because Of Biden's New Vaccine Mandate
In rural areas, hospitals and clinics are worried they'll be left short if staff quit rather than get COVID-19 vaccines required by the Biden administration's new mandate. -
As Calls For Intervention Escalate, De Blasio Says He Will Visit Rikers For First Time Since 2017
"I think it's time because we've been able to address a number of issues, and I want to see if these solutions are working, or whatever other things we have to do," the mayor said.
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The Elizabeth Holmes Trial Sparks A Silicon Valley Debate: Why Not Other Tech CEOs?
As the former CEO of the blood-testing company Theranos faces fraud charges, some are asking why other tech leaders accused of wrongdoing have avoided criminal charges. -
President Biden's Foreign Policy Agenda
The Takeaway
On Tuesday, President Biden declared a “new era” for U.S. diplomacy in his first speech as U.S. president to the United Nations General Assembly.
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59th New York Film Festival
All Of It
The 59th New York Film Festival runs from September 24 to October 10 at Lincoln Center. -
How Japanese Breakfast Crafted The Sounds Of The New Game 'Sable'
All Things Considered
Musician Michelle Zauner talks about the history and process behind her soundtrack for the new video game Sable – including inspiration from The Secret of Mana and indie legends Yo La Tengo. -
"You Should Be Carrying This. Not Me."
Death, Sex & Money
Last year, a listener named Chloe had an unusual opportunity: to get on a Zoom call with the man who she says sexually assaulted her 10 years ago. - Edit Bucket
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The Unwritten Rules of Black TV
The Experiment
The short, uneven history of Black representation on television—from Julia to The Cosby Show to today’s “renaissance.”
Tech and Media
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TikTokers Are Trading Stocks By Copying What Members Of Congress Do
All Things Considered
Online stock trading has taken off, bolstered by easy apps and lower prices. Now, a community of young investors have a new strategy: looking for stock tips from members of Congress. -
'Whizzpopping' News: Netflix Now Owns All Of Roald Dahl's Stories
Netflix has acquired The Roald Dahl Story Co. (RDSC), which manages the British author's catalogue. "Human beans" just can't get enough, as Dahl's loveable BFG might say.
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.
