Arun Venugopal appears in the following:
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.
How Hema Ramaswamy Found Healing Through Traditional Indian Dance
Saturday, November 15, 2014
Down Syndrome and two major surgeries couldn't stop Hema Ramaswamy, who turned to classical Indian dance as a form of artistic and physical healing.
Redefining Muslim Messaging
Friday, November 07, 2014
WNYC's Arun Venugopal explores the social media strategies of western Muslims in the age of ISIS.
Modi Operandi
Tuesday, September 30, 2014
WNYC reporter Arun Venugopal and Hunter history professor Manu Bhagavan discuss Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the U.S.
Indian Prime Minister Holds Court at Madison Square Garden
Monday, September 29, 2014
After being banned from the U.S. for 10 years, the Indian Prime Minister made a triumphant touchdown in New York, addressing thousands of supporters at Madison Square Garden.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Visits NY After 10-Year Ban
Friday, September 26, 2014
For many of his supporters, Modi's visit is seen as vindication after accusations that his administration allowed hundreds of Muslims to die at the hands of Hindus.
Columbia University Students, President Meet Over Sexual Assault Concerns
Tuesday, September 16, 2014
Student leaders gave Columbia University President Lee Bollinger three weeks to respond to their demands about the university's sexual assault policies.
