David L. Lewis appears in the following:
Who Designed That?
Friday, February 10, 2017
The new Netflix series “Abstract: The Art of Design” profiles eight designers from the fields of graphics, architecture, clothing and more.
Special Election Is Valentine's Day Showdown in Harlem
Friday, February 10, 2017
Nine candidates are running to represent the 9th City Council district in this nonpartisan election.
Schumer and Trump: Two New Yorkers Just Getting to Know Each Other in Washington
Friday, February 10, 2017
Both men love a good deal. But the Supreme Court fight could poison their relationship before they really get down to business.
James Baldwin for Our Times
Friday, February 03, 2017
Filmmaker Raoul Peck turns the writing of James Baldwin into an artful film essay in the Oscar-nominated documentary “I Am Not Your Negro.”
Protests Are First Test of New Security Measures at JFK
Thursday, February 02, 2017
When thousands of protesters gathered outside Terminal 4, it was the first test of protocols the governor put in place following a false report of an active shooter at JFK last summer.
2nd Ave. Subway Misses Ridership Goal But Eases Morning Commute on Lex
Wednesday, February 01, 2017
In its first full month, the new line with three East Side stations has changed lives, even if it hasn't lived up to its full promise just yet.
Robert Frank on Image-Making
Friday, January 27, 2017
In the documentary “Don’t Blink: Robert Frank,” the renowned photographer and filmmaker opens up about his career highs and lows and discusses his singular technique.
NY AG Schneiderman Alleges 'Gross Negligence' by City Board of Elections
Friday, January 27, 2017
The Brooklyn purge was just part of the problem. A new investigation finds another 100,000 voters were improperly removed across the city ahead of last year’s presidential primary.
The Boys Behind Madonna
Friday, January 20, 2017
In the documentary "Strike a Pose," the dancers from Madonna's Blonde Ambition tour, captured in the controversial film "Truth or Dare," reflect on what that experience meant to them.
Gingrich to New York GOP: "Constant Noise Wins"
Thursday, January 19, 2017
The former House Speaker and Georgia native says New York Republicans can learn from Trump's campaign
Sidney Lumet Looks Back
Friday, January 13, 2017
The documentary “By Sidney Lumet” delivers an expansive interview with the director, interwoven with scenes from classic films such as “12 Angry Men,” “Serpico” and “Network.”
Justice Department Says City Board of Elections Violated Federal Law in Brooklyn Voter Purge
Thursday, January 12, 2017
The feds join a lawsuit over the improper purge of nearly 120,000 Brooklyn voters before the April 2016 presidential primary, first reported by WNYC.
Stripped of Their Dignity
Tuesday, January 10, 2017
For years, female visitors to city jails have been complaining about invasive strip-searches as they try to see their loved ones, according to a WNYC investigation with The Intercept.
City Amps Up Fight Against Landlords Who Refuse Housing Vouchers
Tuesday, January 10, 2017
Carmelyn Malalis, head of the Commission on Human Rights, says the city has increased the number of investigations and complaints about discrimination based on income.
Nat Hentoff Dies at 91
Sunday, January 08, 2017
The prolific author and columnist was a pioneer of alternative journalism. He was the subject of a 2014 documentary directed by WNYC's David Lewis.
At Home with Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds
Friday, January 06, 2017
The documentary "Bright Lights: Starring Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds" captures the unbreakable bond of the mother-daughter Hollywood duo with poignancy and candor.
New Jersey Courts to Shift Away from Relying on Bail
Monday, January 02, 2017
A New Jersey state law that took effect on January 1st is intended to move the court system away from relying on monetary bail as a condition of a defendant's release.
“Titicut Follies” Turns Fifty
Friday, December 30, 2016
Frederick Wiseman’s classic documentary “Titicut Follies”, about a Massachusetts hospital for the criminally insane, celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2017.
Israel Unbound: As He Retires, The Congressman Explains What's Wrong With Congress — And How To Fix It
Monday, December 26, 2016
The Long Island Democrat, a 16-year veteran of Capitol Hill, sat down for an exit interview to talk about money, gerrymandering and how to find common ground.
Discovering a Princess in New Orleans
Friday, December 23, 2016
The documentary “Presenting Princess Shaw” follows an aspiring singer named Samantha Montgomery as she experiences a digital-age Cinderella story of being discovered.
