David Furst

Host, WNYC/WQXR News

David Furst appears in the following:

The Latest on the Tik Tok Ban

Friday, January 24, 2025

Last week the Supreme Court upheld the decision to ban TikTok in America and a few days later, the app briefly went dark. But on President Trump's first day he vowed to delay the ban....

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300 Paintings' with Sam Kissajukian

Friday, January 24, 2025

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, artist and comedian Sam Kissajukian had a manic episode, during which he painted more than 300 works of art. His new comedy show, "300 Paintings...

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'Edges of Ailey' at the Whitney

Thursday, January 23, 2025

[REBROADCAST FROM September 24, 2024] A new exhibition at the Whitney celebrates the life and work of influential and pioneering artist, dancer, and choreographer Alvin Ailey. Edges o...

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Oscar Nomination Reactions with Louis Virtel

Thursday, January 23, 2025

This morning the Oscar nominations were announced! We break down the snubs and surprises with Oscar fanatic and Keep It podcast co-host Louis Virtel.This segment is guest-hosted by Da...

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Easy Cold Weather Meals

Thursday, January 23, 2025

Today it feels almost balmy after the last few days of single digit temperatures. But cold weather is great for cooking. We speak to Food & Wine assistant editor Andee Gosnell about s...

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Remembering David Lynch

Thursday, January 23, 2025

The singular filmmaker David Lynch died on January 15, days before what would have been his 79th birthday. Film and television critic Matt Zoller Seitz joins us to reflect on Lynch's ...

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This Week in Politics: Policing the subway

Saturday, January 18, 2025

WNYC
Governor Hochul says she wants police patrols on all overnight subway trains. The initiative was a major part of her annual State of the State speech. Hochul also announced plans to i...

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New York City's best vegetarian and vegan restaurants

Sunday, January 12, 2025

WNYC
Eater New York just published its list of their favorite vegetarian and vegan restaurants in New York City.

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This Week in Politics: What New York lawmakers will prioritize in 2025

Saturday, January 11, 2025

WNYC
New York State's legislative session kicked off on Jan. 8. WNYC's Jon Campbell has a preview.

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Manhattan's hottest new restaurants

Sunday, January 05, 2025

WNYC
Eater New York just published its list of the "Hottest New Restaurants in Manhattan."

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Tips on how to stay safe while you're waiting for the subway

Saturday, January 04, 2025

WNYC
Tips from experts on how to travel safely on public transit.

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A former educator finds new ways to serve her community

Friday, December 20, 2024

WNYC
 They may not be household names, but across the New York City area, countless individuals are contributing to their communities, in big and small ways. WNYC's  Community Partnerships...

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A new leader for NJ Transit

Sunday, December 15, 2024

WNYC
Kris Kolluri will step in as the new leader. He recently resigned as CEO of the Gateway Development Commission.

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Drone frenzy shows no sign of slowing in New Jersey

Saturday, December 14, 2024

WNYC
Several government officials in New Jersey and New York are asking the federal government for more information about the drones that have been spotted in the skies in the region. And ...

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NYC Nightlife for Millennials and Gen Xers with bedtimes

Sunday, November 17, 2024

WNYC
If you want to go clubbing in New York City but also want to get to bed on time, you’re in luck. A new trend of clubs is catering to this desire to go out - just not all night long. R...

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This Week in Politics: A thumbs-down on the un-pause

Saturday, November 16, 2024

WNYC
Governor Hochul plans to restart the MTA's congestion pricing plan to toll vehicles entering Manhattan south of 60th Street. The Governor is lowering the toll rate from $15–which had ...

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America's largest documentary festival hits New York City this week

Sunday, November 10, 2024

WNYC
DOC NYC kicks off on Wednesday, Nov. 13. It's the country's largest documentary festival, and over the course of 9 days it will showcase over 200 films in Manhattan at the Village Eas...

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This Week in Politics: How New York and New Jersey voted in the election

Saturday, November 09, 2024

WNYC
As we continue to sift through the results from Tuesday's election, there are plenty of questions about what it all means going forward. WNYC's senior politics reporter Brigid Bergin ...

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This Week in Politics: Why the path for control of the House runs through Long Island

Saturday, November 02, 2024

WNYC
Early voting wraps up this weekend in New York and New Jersey. Election Day is Nov. 5, when voting will wrap up across the country. Here in our region, there are a handful of competit...

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With the Yankees down 2 games, the action shifts to the Bronx

Sunday, October 27, 2024

WNYC
It's been a rough start for the Yankees in the 2024 World Series. They lost again in Los Angeles on Saturday night to Dodgers. That means the Yankees are down two games to none.Now, t...

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