Arun Venugopal appears in the following:
Long-Delayed LaGuardia Overhaul Moves Forward
Thursday, May 28, 2015
The Port Authority picked a developer to rebuild the airport's decaying main terminal, long a punching bag for politicians and travelers alike.
Funny or Racist? You Decide
Wednesday, May 27, 2015
WNYC's Arun Venugopal previews tonight's Greene Space event "Micropolis Live: Funny or Racist?" with listeners weighing in on when comedy crosses a line.
New York's Irish Voters Overwhelmingly Approve Same-Sex Marriage
Sunday, May 24, 2015
Many Irish New Yorkers supported the Irish referendum that approved of same-sex marriage in Ireland.
How Extensive is Pamela Geller's Influence Beyond New York?
Monday, May 04, 2015
Geller, who led protests against Park 51 here in New York, organized a contest outside of Dallas, Texas to draw cartoons of the prophet Muhammed.
Museums as White Spaces
Monday, May 04, 2015
Are museums intimidating to minorities? First Lady Michelle Obama says yes.
First Person: New Yorkers on Being 12
Thursday, March 12, 2015

Twelve is an age when the world starts opening up. Hear these students sound off on topics like bullying, social media, discipline, dating and friendships. It's not easy being 12.
Being 12: The Most Awkward, Essential Year of Our Lives
Monday, March 09, 2015
Between childhood and adulthood, there’s 12. It's an age when New York City kids start taking control of who they are and where they're headed.
'Fresh Off the Boat' and the Burden of the Ethnic Sitcom
Monday, February 09, 2015
Arriving on a wave of publicity and expectations, it's the first Asian-American sitcom in 20 years. What took so long?
For an Entire Hour, Gramercy Park Opens to the Masses
Wednesday, December 24, 2014
Gramercy Park, normally gated, opens to the public for an hour on Christmas Eve.
Memorials Bloom at Homes of Slain Officers
Tuesday, December 23, 2014
A steady stream of mourners are paying respects to the families of Officers Rafael Ramos and Wenjian Liu.
Rejected by Religion, Saved by God
Friday, December 19, 2014
When Kedar Powell came out as gay, his religious father sent him away. But his deep faith sustained (and perhaps saved) him, even through homelessness.
Religious Huckster or Humanitarian?
Thursday, December 18, 2014
Hector the Inventor says he escaped death three times due to divine intervention, so now he's selling homemade inventions—like an "advanced baby walker"—so he can aid the poor.
Why Christmas Might Be For Everyone Now
Thursday, December 18, 2014
Listeners: do you celebrate Christmas while not actually being Christian? Arun Venugopal, WNYC reporter, talks on the unique holiday while we take your phone calls.
A Girl with Down Syndrome Takes Her Place in the Community
Monday, December 15, 2014
Hema Ramaswamy has Down syndrome, but that didn’t stop her from rigorously studying Indian classical dance for years, and giving a grueling solo performance before hundreds.
PR Expert to Muslims: Face Your Haters
Monday, December 15, 2014
As the Western world continues to grapple with the perceived threats of extremist Islam, American Muslims weigh in.
A War on Christmas? Not in New York City
Monday, December 15, 2014
In multicultural New York City, even non-Christians get a kick out of the holiday spirit. Micropolis talks to Aasif Mandvi, Andrew Ross Sorkin, and Hasidic Jews from Borough Park.
The Hare Krishnas Are Back, Thanks to Occupy Wall Street
Sunday, December 14, 2014
Hare Krishnas were once seen as aggressive, in-your-face zealots. After practically vanishing from the streets of New York, they've returned — in a kinder, gentler incarnation.
Sharpton on "High Alert" for Ferguson Decision
Wednesday, November 19, 2014
Rev. Al Sharpton says demonstrators in 21 cities will hold vigils to pressure the DOJ to open a criminal investigation into Officer Darren Wilson, who shot Michael Brown.
Transgender Women at Rikers Get Separate Housing
Tuesday, November 18, 2014
Transgender women entering Rikers Island will be housed in separate facilities, in order to reduce violence.
NY Immigration Advocates Urge Obama to Act Now
Sunday, November 16, 2014
President Obama is expected to enact immigration reforms without congressional input, and advocates for immigrants are urging him to follow through.