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Taking on racial inequality in New York City: Where to begin?
Now that New York City voters have overwhelmingly endorsed making racial equity a priority of city government, where should a new Office of Racial Equity focus its attention first?
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China expands lockdowns as COVID-19 cases hit daily record
Daily mass testing was ordered in the city of Zhengzhou in what the local government called a "war of annihilation" against the virus. -
Consider making less food and composting leftovers this Thanksgiving, experts say
By composting leftovers, a process that converts organic materials into nutrient-rich soil, people can help reduce the amount of trash being dumped into landfills. -
Georgia's highest court reinstates ban on abortions after 6 weeks
A lower court's decision had prohibited enforcement of the abortion ban statewide. Seven of the state's nine justices agreed to let the ban go into effect. -
5 major revelations about the collapse of crypto giant FTX
At the first hearing in FTX's bankruptcy proceedings, lawyers confirmed that millions of dollars are stolen or missing, and revealed stunning details about the downfall of the once-mighty exchange -
Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg on Election Results and More
The Brian Lehrer Show
Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg responds to the recent election results, and more.
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'Louis Armstrong's Black & Blues'
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A new documentary uses archival footage to tell the story of Louis Armstrong. -
5 films we can't wait to see: Here's Hollywood's holiday bounty
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Avatar returns, Will Smith stars in a Civil War epic and Bill Nighy is Living. Also, a compelling novel adaptation and three hours of Jazz-era decadence. Find out what else the studios have in store. -
"The Hair Tales" Explores Black Womens' Stories
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They say the eyes are the windows to our souls, but for Black women – our hair can be that too. - Edit Bucket
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Fran Lebowitz’s Guide to Life (And Parties)
Death, Sex & Money
The writer shares her thoughts on talent versus luck, her vendetta against hiking, and how she’s made and kept friendships over the years, including with the late Toni Morrison.
Tech and Media
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Mastodon: The Platform Taking Twitter's Worn and Weary
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What happens when you slow down socializing? -
The Divided Dial: Episode 1 - The True Believers
On the Media
A new series from OTM about how one side of the political spectrum came to dominate talk radio — and how one company is using the airwaves to launch a right wing media empire. -
Libraries Under Attack
On the Media
The incoming ALA president on why libraries matter more than ever
Music For Your Day
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Weekly Music Roundup: Butcher Brown, Quinn Christopherson, Death Cab For Cutie
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Butcher Brown’s big band jazz meets hip hop; Death Cab For Cutie’s dark night of the soul; and the sound of Mozart’s own piano. Plus, Native Alaskan songwriter Quinn Christopherson. -
The Intimate, "Deranged Pop" of Songwriter/Composer Gabriel Kahane, Live From The Greene Space
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Gabriel Kahane writes classical music and what he called “deranged pop.” He and a special guest string quartet perform songs from his 2022 album 'Magnificent Bird' in The Greene Space. -
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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Get Lit November Book Club: Margaret Wilkerson Sexton
Our November book is "On the Rooftop" by Margaret Wilkerson Sexton. Get tickets to our event on November 22nd at the New York Public Library.
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Getting Busy with Sean Paul: In Conversation with Marlon James
Dutty Rock Album Release 20th Anniversary, Thursday November 17 2022 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm ET
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Wait Wait…Don’t Tell Me! — Live at Carnegie Hall
Be in the audience when Peter Sagal and Bill Kurtis bring “Wait Wait…Don’t Tell Me!” to New York for two live shows this December. WNYC listeners can purchase tickets now and get the best seats before they go on sale to the general public Thursday, September 1.
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PURCHASE TICKETS:
Thursday, December 8, 7:30pm
Friday, December 9, 7:30pm
