Sean Carlson appears in the following:
Weekly Music Roundup: David Walters & Friends, José González, The Hold Steady
Monday, February 22, 2021
New Sounds
This week, Afrocentric music by David Walters (with Ballaké Sissoko and Vincent Ségal), a Spanish-language debut for José González, and more questionable behavior from The Hold Steady.
Cuomo, Facing Scrutiny Over Nursing Homes, Goes On The Attack
Wednesday, February 17, 2021
Last year, the New York governor's press briefings won him a following around the country — and earned him an Emmy. But on Wednesday, he used it to lash out at a lawmaker.
Weekly Music Roundup: Kronos Quartet, Ani Cordero, and Noga Erez
Monday, February 15, 2021
New Sounds
This week, Kronos Quartet celebrates Gullah culture, acoustic hip hop from Noga Erez, and a big hug from Ani Cordero. Plus, a collaboration from poet Ross Gay and Justin Vernon.
After Judge Steps In, East Ramapo School Board Election Gives Greater Voice to Black and Brown Parents
Friday, February 12, 2021
The Rockland County school board is dominated by strictly Orthodox Jews who send their children to private schools, while the public schools are mostly children of color.
New Study Suggests NYC Subway Stations Are Rife With Air Pollution
Thursday, February 11, 2021
Particles from subway brakes rubbing on rails and diesel fuel from maintenance trains could potentially cause serious health problems.
NYC Seniors Are Still Struggling To Get Vaccinated Due To Digital Divide
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
A quarter of older adults in New York City don't have access to broadband internet, and nearly one in five lack a computer.
New York State Drips Out Data On Nursing Home COVID Deaths After Court Order
Tuesday, February 09, 2021
Bill Hammond, a senior fellow for health policy at the Empire Center, says the state's latest update doesn't go far enough.
NYPD Fires Officer Accused of Posting Bigoted Comments Online
Thursday, February 04, 2021
Gothamist
Deputy Inspector James Kobel led the office that handled claims of workplace harassment and discrimination. The NYPD said it will hire an outside consultant to review those cases.
New York's Leaders Grapple With How To Expand COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility
Wednesday, February 03, 2021
Who gets to decide the groups that get the vaccine first, and why has New York's rollout been so complicated.
New York's Leaders Are Grappling With How To Expand COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility
Wednesday, February 03, 2021
Who gets to decide the groups that get the vaccine first, and how?
Four Bangladeshi Candidates Challenge A Former Long Time Councilmember For A Seat In Queens
Thursday, January 28, 2021
A special election is underway right now in Queens. One candidate held the seat a decade ago: James Gennaro. But he's got several challengers including four Bangladeshi candidates.
NY Attorney General Suggests State Health Department Underreported COVID-19 Deaths In Nursing Homes
Thursday, January 28, 2021
An investigation by AG James found that New York has been undercounting these fatalities by as much as 50 percent.
Weekly Music Roundup: Balkan Taksim, Pharoahe Monch and th1rt3en, The Staves
Monday, January 25, 2021
New Sounds
Week of Jan. 25: This week, a premiere from Balkan Taksim, Billie Eilish & Rosalia’s brooding superstar duet, and hard-rockin’ music for the end times by Pharoahe Monch and th1rt3en.
AOC & Other Elected Officials Back Workers' Strike At NYC's Largest Produce Market
Friday, January 22, 2021
1,400 workers walked off the job at the Hunts Point Produce Market—part of the world's largest food terminal—on January 17th, the result of a wage dispute.
Weekly Music Roundup: Moira Smiley, Andra Day, and Cha Wa
Monday, January 18, 2021
New Sounds
This week, songs for MLK Day by Moira Smiley, Michael Leonhart and JSWISS, and a Billie Holiday cover. Plus, Cha Wa mixes NOLA funk with Mardi Gras Indian traditions.
Walkie-Talkie App Zello Purges Thousands Of Far-Right Channels Used To Coordinate Capitol Insurrection
Friday, January 15, 2021
Audio and chat logs show users and militia members shared information on the app while illegally storming the Capitol building.
Under Pressure From Mayor, Cuomo Expands Eligbility For COVID Vaccinations
Friday, January 08, 2021
At first, the governor was intent on blaming the city and hospital for the slow rollout.
Riot at the Capitol Shows Double Standard In Policing, Including In New York
Friday, January 08, 2021
Former NYPD Detective and New York Law School Professor Kirk Burkhalter discusses how the NYPD approaches protests, and what it means when cops take political stances themselves.
Weekly Music Roundup: Harry Styles, Rob Burger, and RIP MF DOOM
Monday, January 04, 2021
New Sounds
This week, a Kylie Minogue & Dua Lipa duet ends 2020; a Bill Callahan & Bonnie “Prince” Billy cover begins 2021; Harry Styles has an idea for the new year; and RIP MF DOOM.
140,000 New Yorkers Have Now Gotten First Dose of COVID-19 Vaccine, What Comes Next?
Tuesday, December 29, 2020
"We struggle with vaccinating adults," says Dr. Wafaa El-Sadr, on why the rollout of vaccines in our area is so complicated.
