David Furst appears in the following:
This Week in Politics: New York's Voting Ballot Measures Defeated
Saturday, November 06, 2021
Three ballot propositions related to redistricting and voting rights went down after a well-funded campaign — and inaction by Democratic supporters.
This Week in Politics: A Shocking Loss for NJ's State Senate President
Saturday, November 06, 2021
New Jersey State Senate President Steve Sweeney lost his seat to a nearly unknown candidate.
This Week in Politics: New York City Picks its Next Mayor
Saturday, October 30, 2021
New York City voters will elect a new mayor this Tuesday.
This Week In Politics: New Jersey's Gubernatorial Race
Saturday, October 30, 2021
It's go time for New Jersey voters, who will choose a governor on Tuesday.
A New Exhibition Reexamines The Meaning Of "Native New York"
Friday, October 29, 2021
The Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian subverts and recontextualizes the narrative about New York's Native American community.
This Week In Politics: Early Voting Starts In New York and New Jersey
Saturday, October 23, 2021
Weekend Edition Saturday host David Furst and WNYC's Brigid Bergin talk about early voting.
Don't Miss It: 'Thoughts of a Colored Man' on Broadway, 'PS' at Ars Nova
Saturday, October 23, 2021
WNYC's Jennifer Vanasco on two shows to see this fall.
The First American To Get An Authorized COVID-19 Vaccine Just Got A Booster Shot
Thursday, October 07, 2021
Sandra Lindsay also says she wants more New Yorkers to get vaccinated.
How A New Jersey Democrat Is Threatening President Biden's Social Spending Plans
Wednesday, October 06, 2021
Rep. Gottheimer leads a group of Democrats who initially refused to support Biden's social spending plans, without first holding a vote on the bipartisan infrastructure bill.
Weekly Music Roundup: NY Gypsy All Stars, Susana Baca, elbow
Monday, October 04, 2021
New Sounds
This week, a cross-cultural premiere, a new elbow song with an old elbow title, and a stunning soul revue from the Apollo featuring Charles Bradley. Plus, new Susana Baca, and more.
Modern Persian Food in the Spotlight at Brooklyn's New Sofreh Cafe
Saturday, October 02, 2021
Sofreh Cafe opened its doors in Bushwick last week.
This Week in Politics: Candidates Face Off in the New Jersey Governor's Race
Saturday, October 02, 2021
With one month left before New Jersey's gubernatorial election, the candidates held their first debate. We break down what happened this week — and what's coming up.
Public Comment Time for New Jersey's $16 Billion Dollar Flood Plan
Sunday, September 26, 2021
The $16 billion flood mitigation plan for New Jersey's back bays is in the middle of a public comment period that runs through mid October.
Ticonderoga + Star Trek = Trekonderoga 2021
Friday, September 24, 2021
The annual fan event is taking place this weekend.
Grappling With a Post-Covid Life, Around a Dinner Table
Sunday, September 12, 2021
Richard Nelson's final play in his Rhinebeck series is a wake for a dance superstar — and all the large and small losses that have accrued during the pandemic.
NYC Rules for Ride-Share Vehicles Can Mean Smaller Payout for Crash Victims
Thursday, September 09, 2021
A new report explores the ways that New York City rules around insurance for app-based ride share companies can leave New Yorkers uniquely vulnerable if there's a crash.
Chaotic Campaigning In Final Weekend Before Primary Day
Monday, June 21, 2021
WNYC's Brigid Bergin joins host David Furst with a recap of early voting and the final weekend before Primary Day.
This Week in Politics: Manhattan DA Candidate Fends Off Attacks From Rivals In Heated Debate
Saturday, June 19, 2021
Reporter Gwynne Hogan and Weekend Edition Host David Furst discuss the race, including the fact that New Yorkers are likely to know the winner after polls close on Tuesday.
Risk Connecting With Strangers On A Phone Or A Stage At 'A Thousand Ways'
Saturday, June 19, 2021
"A Thousand Ways" at the Public Theater asks us to reveal ourselves to a stranger - another (anonymous) ticket holder.
This Week in Politics: Early Voting Gets Underway in the New York City Primary
Saturday, June 12, 2021
WNYC's Brigid Bergin has an update on the primary as early voting gets started.
