Blakeney Schick

Blakeney Schick joined Team All Of It in April 2020. Before that, she produced Adulting as well as live events for the Greene Space and Werk It, an annual festival for women in podcasting.

She was a producer on the Leonard Lopate Show at WNYC for many years, sharing a Peabody Award and an AP Award with the production team.

When she isn’t producing audio, Blakeney is running or teaching yoga. Her Adulting superpower is assembling Ikea furniture.

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Isabel Wilkerson's 'Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents'

Thursday, December 31, 2020

Isabel Wilkerson on "Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents."

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How Many Pairs of Underwear Do I Pack for a Weekend? feat. Aisling Bea

Tuesday, September 03, 2019

For the season finale, Michelle and Jordan sit down in-studio with Irish comedian Aisling Bea. And DJ Donwill and producer Christian Banda take us behind the scenes. 

How Do I Get Out of Going to Work on Monday? feat. Aparna Nancherla, Geena Rocero, and Crissle West

Tuesday, August 27, 2019

Another family crashes Jordan’s family reunion. Aparna Nancherla shares her life motto. Transgender supermodel Geena Rocero speaks her truth. And Crissle West will not hug you.

Is Tired the New Normal? feat. Jaboukie Young-White and Samantha Bee

Tuesday, August 20, 2019

Michelle celebrates her birthday, while Jordan has to work. The Daily Show’s Jaboukie Young-White hacks New York. And Full Frontal host Samantha Bee tells a story you won’t forget.

Is Getting a Turtle Too Much Responsibility? feat. Joyelle Nicole Johnson, Giulia Rozzi, and Becky Veduccio

Tuesday, August 13, 2019

Michelle and Jordan aren’t feeling flirty. Joyelle Nicole Johnson broke the law to go to school. Guilia Rozzi likes an expensive break-up. Becky Veduccio on her journey to motherhood. 

Is $250 Too Much to Spend at the Bar? feat. Michael Kosta and Arturo Castro

Tuesday, August 06, 2019

In this week’s Adulting adventures, Michelle gets stuck in a toilet, while Jordan goes to Maine. Michael Kosta is the ultimate omnivore. And Alternatino’s Arturo Castro can’t dance.

Are Real Adults Allowed to Cry on the Subway? feat. Damien Lemon and Vanessa Williams

Tuesday, July 30, 2019

Jordan and Michelle are joined by the legendary Vanessa Williams - and she offers up some adulting advice that will change your life.

When Does a Venmo Request Become Petty? feat. Gina Yashere and Liza Treyger

Tuesday, July 23, 2019

Michelle sells zoot suits, while Jordan tests out Civil War trivia as a pick-up line. Gina Yashere channels her inner James Bond. And Liza Treyger might be the Lindsay Lohan of comedy.

My Boss Is a Jerk and No One Believes Me. What Should I Do? feat. Kerry Coddett and Michelle Collins

Tuesday, July 16, 2019

Michelle ditches her roommate. Comedian Kerry Coddett tries to end her dating dry spell. And Michelle Collins auditions for her dream role as Javert in Les Mis.

Who's on Your S*** List? feat. Black Thought and Seth Herzog

Tuesday, July 09, 2019

Jordan gets a new roof. Black Thought of the Roots reveals who’s on his s*** list. Plus, Seth Herzog and Michelle compare notes on having twins.

Is It Okay to Eat Cereal Three Times a Day? feat. Alzo Slade and Franchesca Ramsey

Tuesday, July 02, 2019

MTV’s Franchesca Ramsey refuses to sniff Michelle Obama. Alzo Slade on the perils of dating as a comedian. Plus, Michelle searches for the perfect nanny for her twins.

Is There Enough Milk in Your House Right Now? feat. Michael Ian Black, Malik Yoba, and Jessica Pimentel

Tuesday, June 25, 2019

Michael Ian Black becomes a grown up, Malik Yoba loses it over a Kit Kat, and Jessica Pimentel doesn’t like your pants. Plus, Michelle tries out an Adulting hack - and fails.

How Do I Break Up With a Friend Who’s Holding Me Back? feat. Danielle Brooks, Chris Redd, and Yamaneika Saunders

Tuesday, June 18, 2019

Breaking up with friends is hard. Let this episode of Adulting be your guide. Featuring special guests Danielle Brooks, Chris Redd, and Yamaneika Saunders.

Do I Have to Wash New Underpants Before I Wear Them? feat. Nore Davis, Sara Schaefer, and Ben Sinclair

Tuesday, June 11, 2019

Jordan deals with a mouse. Nore Davis proposes. Sara Schaefer goes to the Grand Canyon. Ben Sinclair loses his virginity. And Michelle tells the gospel truth to a hesitant dater.

Sock, Sock, Shoe, Shoe OR Sock, Shoe, Sock, Shoe? feat. Sasheer Zamata and Kate Walsh

Tuesday, June 04, 2019

Michelle and Jordan share some Adulting relationship tips - like, don’t pay for your date’s drink in quarters. Plus, Sasheer Zamata meets a magic witch and Kate Walsh is a human mullet.

What Should I Name the Baby? feat. Chris Distefano and Jim Gaffigan

Tuesday, May 28, 2019

Michelle and Jordan’s struggles with Adulting continue. Michelle stays at a haunted B & B, Chris Distefano takes a memorable elevator ride and Jim Gaffigan blows Jordan’s mind.

What Is an Acceptable Amount of Money to Spend on Pillows? feat. Naomi Ekperigin, Wyatt Cenac and Phoebe Robinson

Tuesday, May 21, 2019

Michelle and Jordan plan Naomi Ekperigin’s wedding and Wyatt Cenac’s car gets repossessed. Plus, Phoebe Robinson shares her poetry about a diner.

Our Favorite Movie Musical Numbers

Wednesday, June 25, 2014

Two Lopate Show producers -- and movie musical lovers -- share their favorite numbers from films like Funny Face and Sweet Charity.

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Tips for Organizing for 2014

Friday, December 27, 2013

On today’s Please Explain, we spoke to Apartment Therapy CEO and founder Maxwell Ryan about how to get organized and cut down on clutter as we head into 2014. Here are some of the highlights.

Plenty of New Yorkers rent their homes, but Ryan says that shouldn’t keep you from organizing your stuff while you live there: “Your home starts now...The home you own, the space you may rent.”

For those trying to reorganize a closet, he recommends open shelves, like Elfa shelving, because they allow you to see all of your clothes and have access to them. Winter clothes, especially down jackets, can pack really small, especially if you use those plastic bags where you suck the air out using your vacuum cleaner.

Lots of us struggle with how long to hold on to certain documents and when it’s okay to toss them. Ryan recommends keeping mortgage statement, bank statements and invoices and deductible receipts for 7 years. But your taxes…well, “you have to keep your taxes forever.”

To cut down on space, Ryan recommends putting files and photos in DropBox. It’s also handy in case something happens to your computer.

Ryan says that the front door has to be a filter – things either get to come into your home, stop, or go out again. Create a landing strip – coat hook, places for your keys, phone and wallet, dog leash, waste basket for sorting mail, and storage for mail you want to keep, a mirror, and a place to take off your shoes. “It’s an intentional clutter zone.”

Bottom line: “You have to get life down to its essentials.”

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Background on Gene Patenting and Today's Supreme Court Decision

Thursday, June 13, 2013

Earlier today, the Supreme Court ruled, in a unanimous decision, that human genes can not be patented. The decision will shaped medical research in the decades to come. To find out more about gene patenting, we've collected our interviews on how it works and why the US Patent Office had already offered tens of thousands patents on genes.

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