Arun Venugopal appears in the following:
The Long, Winding Path of Same-Sex Marriage
Thursday, June 25, 2015
The Supreme Court could make same-sex marriage the law of the land, but for years the issue wasn't on the radar of most gay and lesbian activists.
Do White People Have a Role in a 'National Conversation on Race?'
Wednesday, June 17, 2015
As the U.S. continues to grapple with its troubled racial past, what role do whites have to play in the nation's ongoing racial dialogue?
Rapacious Gypsy Moths, Now in a Tree Near You
Monday, June 15, 2015
Gypsy moths have been spreading across the country for more than a century, and they're now targeting trees along the Hudson.
The Line Between Funny and Racist
Monday, June 15, 2015
WNYC's Arun Venugopal and Crissle West, co-host of comedy podcast The Read, follow up on his live their live event "Funny or Racist?" event with more on comedy in a multicultural age.
Parade-Goers Voice Support for Israel, Condemn Antisemitism
Sunday, May 31, 2015
The Celebrate Israel Parade drew Jews from around the world, including some who worry about growing antisemitism in Europe.
Crane Drops Load on Madison Ave, Injuring 10
Sunday, May 31, 2015
Officials said a cable may have snapped on a crane as it was hoisting a large mechanical unit 28 stories above ground.
Long-Delayed LaGuardia Overhaul Moves Forward
Thursday, May 28, 2015
The Port Authority picked a developer to rebuild the airport's decaying main terminal, long a punching bag for politicians and travelers alike.
Funny or Racist? You Decide
Wednesday, May 27, 2015
WNYC's Arun Venugopal previews tonight's Greene Space event "Micropolis Live: Funny or Racist?" with listeners weighing in on when comedy crosses a line.
New York's Irish Voters Overwhelmingly Approve Same-Sex Marriage
Sunday, May 24, 2015
Many Irish New Yorkers supported the Irish referendum that approved of same-sex marriage in Ireland.
How Extensive is Pamela Geller's Influence Beyond New York?
Monday, May 04, 2015
Geller, who led protests against Park 51 here in New York, organized a contest outside of Dallas, Texas to draw cartoons of the prophet Muhammed.
Museums as White Spaces
Monday, May 04, 2015
Are museums intimidating to minorities? First Lady Michelle Obama says yes.
First Person: New Yorkers on Being 12
Thursday, March 12, 2015
Twelve is an age when the world starts opening up. Hear these students sound off on topics like bullying, social media, discipline, dating and friendships. It's not easy being 12.
Being 12: The Most Awkward, Essential Year of Our Lives
Monday, March 09, 2015
Between childhood and adulthood, there’s 12. It's an age when New York City kids start taking control of who they are and where they're headed.
'Fresh Off the Boat' and the Burden of the Ethnic Sitcom
Monday, February 09, 2015
Arriving on a wave of publicity and expectations, it's the first Asian-American sitcom in 20 years. What took so long?
For an Entire Hour, Gramercy Park Opens to the Masses
Wednesday, December 24, 2014
Gramercy Park, normally gated, opens to the public for an hour on Christmas Eve.
Memorials Bloom at Homes of Slain Officers
Tuesday, December 23, 2014
A steady stream of mourners are paying respects to the families of Officers Rafael Ramos and Wenjian Liu.
Rejected by Religion, Saved by God
Friday, December 19, 2014
When Kedar Powell came out as gay, his religious father sent him away. But his deep faith sustained (and perhaps saved) him, even through homelessness.
Religious Huckster or Humanitarian?
Thursday, December 18, 2014
Hector the Inventor says he escaped death three times due to divine intervention, so now he's selling homemade inventions—like an "advanced baby walker"—so he can aid the poor.
Why Christmas Might Be For Everyone Now
Thursday, December 18, 2014
Listeners: do you celebrate Christmas while not actually being Christian? Arun Venugopal, WNYC reporter, talks on the unique holiday while we take your phone calls.
A Girl with Down Syndrome Takes Her Place in the Community
Monday, December 15, 2014
Hema Ramaswamy has Down syndrome, but that didn’t stop her from rigorously studying Indian classical dance for years, and giving a grueling solo performance before hundreds.
