Education

On Point /

Falling Behind: The opportunity gap

Data show boys are falling behind in school. Black boys are falling behind the most. What’s happening in classrooms that are bucking that trend? On Point’s weeklong series exploring b... Apr 16, 2025

WNYC News /

Bernie Sanders, Chuck Schumer and RBG's high school turns 100

What do Carole King, Judge Judy and Chris Rock have in common?They all went to James Madison High School in Midwood, Brooklyn.James Madison opened in 1925 and is a typical-looking New... Apr 15, 2025

On Point /

Falling Behind: Troublemakers

'Boys will be boys.' How are perceptions about boys’ behavior in the classroom shaping their entire education? It’s part two of On Point’s weeklong series, "Falling Behind: The Misedu... Apr 15, 2025

On Point /

Falling Behind: Do we treat boys like malfunctioning girls?

Boys fall behind girls in education in the U.S. starting as young as eight years old. Understanding how boys learn is key to knowing why that’s happening. It's part one of On Point’s ... Apr 14, 2025

All Of It Segments / All Of It /

Cooking For Your Seder

With the first nights of Passover coming up this weekend, listeners might be thinking about what to cook for their Seder tables. Jake Cohen, the cookbook author behind Jew-ish, and I ... Apr 11, 2025

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How to Improve Your At-Home Margaritas

It may be officially Spring, but the weather outside is still grey and dreary. Want to manifest some sunshine in your life? Try margaritas. Apr 11, 2025

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How the Whiting Awards Have Discovered New Literary Talent for 40 Years

For 40 years, the Whiting Awards have been discovering up-and-coming literary talent, and awarding them with substantial grants. Past recipients include Michael Cunningham, Jonathan F... Apr 11, 2025

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Documenting John & Yoko's Political and Personal Life

A new documentary explores the years leading up to John Lennon’s first and only full-length solo concert after The Beatles—a benefit show that raised $1.5 million for children abused ... Apr 11, 2025

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Documenting John & Yoko's Political and Personal Life

All Of It /

John & Yoko's Political and Personal Life, At-Home Margaritas, How the Whiting Awards Have Discovered New Literary Talent, and Cooking For Your Seder

John & Yoko's Political and Personal Life. How to Improve Your At-Home Margaritas. How the Whiting Awards Have Discovered New Literary Talent for 40 Years. Cooking For Your Seder. Apr 11, 2025

The Brian Lehrer Show /

Ask Governor Murphy; Call Your Senator: Sen Gillibrand; NJ Gov. Candidates: Mayor Ras Baraka; Employers Looking Beyond Degree Status; Your Niche Sports

Ask Governor Murphy: April 2025; Call Your Senator: Sen Gillibrand; Meet the NJ Gov. Candidates: Mayor Ras Baraka; Employers Looking Beyond Degree Status; Strange Sports & Crazy Contests Apr 11, 2025

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