Podcast Episodes

The Art Of Gossip

Episode 1012

A new book called You Didn’t Hear This From Me: Notes On The Art Of Gossip, explores humanity's relationship to gossip, and what it suggests about our desire to seek out the truth. Journalist, author…

Published on 10 months ago

'Our Ancestors Were Messy' Podcast Transforms Historical Black Newspaper Gossip Columns

Episode 1011

A new Black History comedy podcast dives into the gossip columns of black newspapers during the golden age of the Black press. Our Ancestors Were Messy was self-produced and financed by creator and h…

Published on 10 months ago

Yes, Tinned Fish is Everywhere

Episode 1010

The popularity of tinned fish is rising rapidly in the American diet, thanks in part to social media influencers. A new cookbook, The Fishwife Cookbook: Delightful Tinned Fish Recipes for Every Occas…

Published on 10 months ago

Broadway Exhibition Showcases Black Excellence on Stage

Episode 1009

A new exhibition at the Museum of Broadway honors Black theater trailblazers through costumes, archival material, and history. Musical theater artist and historian Ben West discusses Crafting Excelle…

Published on 10 months ago

A Listening Party with Michael Imperioli's Band, ZOPA

Episode 1005

When actor Michael Imperioli isn't starring in shows like "The White Lotus," he's playing with his rock band Zopa, who put out a new album on Friday, Diamond Vehicle. Imperioli joins us with bandmate…

Published on 10 months ago

Exploring Harlem’s Historic Venues and Landmarks

Episode 1006

As part of our series on Harlem for Black History Month, we learn about venues and places of historical significance from Carolyn Johnson, founder of Welcome to Harlem, which hosts walking tours of t…

Published on 10 months ago

Revisiting the Women's Lib Movement in 'Liberation' Off-Broadway

Episode 1007

The latest production from playwright Bess Wohl blends the present and the past to examine the Women's Lib movement in the 1970s. "Liberation" stars Susannah Flood as Lizzie, a woman who, to better u…

Published on 10 months ago

Orin O'Brien, First Woman Hired for NY Phil, Profiled in Oscar-Nominated Short

Episode 1008

The documentary, "The Only Girl in the Orchestra," is nominated for an Academy Award this year for Documentary Short Film. It tells the story of double bassist Orin O'Brien, the first female musician…

Published on 10 months ago

Tell Us Your Weekend Plans!

Episode 1004

What's up this weekend? We ask listeners about their weekend plans. 

*This segment is guest-hosted by David Furst.

Published on 10 months, 1 week ago

Cold Weather Cooking

Episode 1003

[REBROADCAST FROM Jan 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…

Published on 10 months, 1 week ago