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How safe is Times Square?
In the face of data that show violent crime in Times Square is the lowest it's been in a decade, we look at why people who work there say they feel increasingly uneasy. -
Van Gogh's flowers come alive at the New York Botanical Garden
What if Van Gogh's paintings came to life and you could walk through them into a world of flowers and sculpture? That's the fanciful idea behind "Van Gogh's Flowers," a new exhibit op... -
Amtrak's East River tunnels are in such bad shape that parts crumble at the slightest touch
To illustrate the major repairs needed in one of Amtrak’s East River tunnels, a top railroad official only needed to brush his hands along a piece of metal. -
NYC parents on school WhatsApp group chats: ‘Oh my God, it’s hell’
When the final bells of the school year ring next month, local parents may be sad to leave behind the steady routine of the school day and the fleeting conversations in the pickup lin... -
Lincoln Center's "Summer For The City" Series
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Lincoln Center's vice president of artistic programming Jordana Leigh previews their annual Summer For The City series, including mostly free or pay-what-you-can ticketing for events ...
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Let’s talk democracy at the laundromat!
Soap gets laundry done. Conversation gets democracy going. This election year, WNYC is turning some laundromats in the New York metro area into hubs of civic dialogue. - Edit Bucket
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Ask Governor Murphy
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy takes questions from WNYC’s Nancy Solomon, other guest journalists and listeners for an hour every month during this live show, a co-production with WBGO and WHYY. Ask Governor Murphy airs the second Wednesday of most months at 7 p.m., dependent on schedule availability.
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One of the Country's Earliest African-American Radio Programs on WNYC 1929-1930
The NAACP scores a regular Wednesday slot for talks on a broad spectrum of issues. -
Breaking the Glass Ceiling: Lilian Supove Blake
When most women in Radio were doing home-ec shows, she was WNYC's News and Special Events Director. -
Take A Dive into the WNYC Archives
As part of WNYC's centennial celebration, each week we'll share key moments from the from the vast WNYC and NYC Municipal archives.
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Bad Bunny's DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS
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[REBROADCAST FROM Jan. 27, 2025] Earlier this year, Bad Bunny released his sixth studio album, DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS, a tribute to the island of Puerto Rico. NPR producer and reporter ... -
Brooklyn has a new magic show for those who can find it
A local magician has transformed an empty Carroll Gardens storefront into a speakeasy magic venue.The intimate performance space is hidden behind Precision Clock & Watch, a fake repai... -
Joe Jonas discusses his new album and what being in love means to him
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Joe Jonas' latest album is "Music for People Who Believe in Love." Jonas tell's NPR's Ayesha Rascoe that the songs span his journey to recover from heartbreak. -
What To Bring To The Cookout, Dinner Party, or Other Summer Gatherings
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It’s the season for barbecues, backyard parties and other gatherings, and after receiving an invitation, many guests will follow up with the age-old question: “What should I bring?” F... -
Crowdsourcing Local Day Trip Getaways
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With nicer weather continuing to develop, and the school year approaching its end, many people will be looking for day trips getaways in our area. WNYC and Gothamist transportation re...
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May 29 | Get Lit Book Club, Katie Kitamura's "Audition"
Join us and Katie Kitamura at the May 29th event at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library at 6 pm! Tickets are free.
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Current threats to public media and what you can do about it
As threats to funding for public media have been in the news, many of you- our audiences, supporters, and community partners—have been asking how to stay informed and support public media
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The Moth and WNYC Present: Only in New York
At 7:30 p.m. on Friday, March 14, The Moth presents a special mainstage show at NYU's Skirball Center in honor of WNYC's Centennial. The theme is Only In New York, and will feature stories from each of the five boroughs. Tying it all together is first-time Moth host, WNYC's Alison Stewart. Expect special musical surprise moments and treats that can happen — Only in New York. Get tickets here.