Your Favorite Ice Cream; How Ice Became a Hot Commodity; Black Barbie Documentary; Shirley Chisholm Exhibit

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As New York enters a heat wave, we speak with Eater NY editor Melissa McCart about where to scoop up the best ice cream in the city and take calls from listeners to share their favorites.

[REBROADCAST FROM JUNE 21, 2023] A new book explains how ice became a necessity in our everyday lives, whether its making tall glasses of tea, skating rinks or cutting-edge cryotherapy breast-cancer treatments. Journalist and historian Amy Brady join us to discuss her latest book, titled Ice: From Mixed Drinks to Skating Rinks--a Cool History of a Hot Commodity.

A new documentary from Executive Producer Shonda Rhymes spotlights the design team behind the first Black Barbie doll as well as speaks to Black celebrities and tastemakers about the importance of representation in all facets of life. Director Lagueria Davis joins to discuss "Black Barbie."

Changing the Face of Democracy: Shirley Chisholm at 100 is a new exhibition at the Museum of the City of New York. It's the first major museum presentation dedicated to the legendary legislator, and it looks at her legacy -- and how she changed our country forever. We're joined by Dr. Zinga Fraser and Dr. Sarah Seidman, co-curators of the exhibit. 

*This segment is hosted by Kousha Navidar