Sean Carlson appears in the following:
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul on COVID
Wednesday, November 24, 2021
It's the day before Thanksgiving, and families are getting together — some for the first time since the pandemic began. But COVID is on the rise in parts of the state.
State Assembly Report Finds Cuomo Used State Resources to Enrich Himself
Monday, November 22, 2021
The newest revelations are related to Cuomo’s use of state resources during the writing and promotion of his book, American Crisis.
Weekly Music Roundup: FKA twigs, Ibeyi, elbow
Monday, November 22, 2021
New Sounds
This week, Adele’s record-breaking record, a James Bond-style song from FKA twigs, and arty chamber-rock from elbow. Plus, new music by Ibeyi, and Mexico City-based shoegazers Howless.
Who Are Eric Adams’s Key Players? An Election Night Photo Is Symbolic & Revealing
Monday, November 15, 2021
WNYC/Gothamist created a guide to identify most of the players who surrounded Adams on election night.
Weekly Music Roundup: Rosalia and The Weeknd, Courtney Barnette, Etran De L’Aïr
Monday, November 15, 2021
New Sounds
This week, a duet from Rosalia and The Weeknd, musical reassurance from Courtney Barnett, and Emily Wells recalls an earlier epidemic. Plus, Tuareg guitar magic from Etran De L’Aïr.
New Yorkers Are Giving Their Opinions On How Their Congressional Districts Should Be Drawn
Wednesday, November 10, 2021
Public hearings over redrawn district maps started this week in the Bronx.
What The Gowanus Rezoning Means For NYC
Wednesday, November 10, 2021
After years of negotiations, New York City lawmakers have reached a deal that clears the way for a major rezoning of Brooklyn's Gowanus neighborhood.
Eric Garner's Family Says Judicial Inquiry Leaves Unanswered Questions
Monday, November 08, 2021
The legal proceedings surrounding the police killing of Eric Garner reached what may be its conclusion last week.
Weekly Music Roundup: Robert Plant & Alison Kraus, ÌFÉ, and Doran
Monday, November 08, 2021
New Sounds
Hear songs that blur old and new from Robert Plant & Alison Kraus, ÌFÉ, and Doran. Also, poet and composer JJJJJerome Ellis, UK soul singer Emeli Sandé, and cavern music by Sloppy Jane.
NYC's Favorite Weather Forecasters Give Listeners A Snapshot Into What Fall And Winter Will Look Like This Year
Friday, November 05, 2021
New York Metro Weather's lead forecaster answers listener questions.
South Asian Americans Have Historic Win In New York Elections
Thursday, November 04, 2021
There are three people of South Asian descent in the New York State Legislature, and this week saw the election of the first two Desis to the New York City Council.
Evaluating the Public Health Policies of New Jersey's Gubernatorial Candidates
Monday, November 01, 2021
Ahead of Election Day, epidemiologist Stephanie Silvera looks at the public health policies that could potentially impact New Jersey and how the state combats the ongoing pandemic.
Weekly Music Roundup: Valerie June and Mavis Staples, Spoon, Theon Cross
Monday, November 01, 2021
New Sounds
This week, Ed Sheeran’s calculating single, Spoon’s edgy new song, and Mavis Staples joins Valerie June. Plus, Chile’s Mon Laferte and Sons of Kemet tuba player Theon Cross.
School Funding Formula Becomes Leading Issue In NJ Governor's Race
Friday, October 29, 2021
Republican candidate Jack Ciattarelli has made attacking the state's complex algorithm for doling out money to public schools a regular feature of his stump speech.
A Reading of Edgar Allen Poe's 'The Raven'
Friday, October 29, 2021
WNYC's Sean Carlson joins us for a spooky reading of 'The Raven,' by Edgar Allen Poe.
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy Wants To Break A Democratic Losing Streak
Tuesday, October 26, 2021
Governor Murphy is hoping to become the first Democrat to be re-elected governor in New Jersey since 1977. But his Republican challenger, Jack Ciattarelli, is gaining momentum.
Weekly Music Roundup: Adele, Cate Le Bon, serpentwithfeet
Monday, October 18, 2021
New Sounds
This week, David Keenan, Imarhan, and Cate Le Bon all release new music in Adele’s enormous shadow. Plus, electro-acoustic songs by Lotic and serpentwithfeet.
Investigation Shows How Wealthy New Yorkers Benefit From City's Property Tax System
Friday, October 15, 2021
A Bloomberg investigation finds middle and working-class New Yorkers, including renters, are disadvantaged by the city's property tax system.
Weekly Music Roundup: Robert Glasper, Mitski, Tangana
Monday, October 11, 2021
New Sounds
This week, a shiny new song from Robert Glasper and eagerly-awaited returns for Cat Power and Mitski. Plus, Spanish rapper Tangana on belief and miracles.
Weekly Music Roundup: Ben LaMar Gay, Alt-J, Japanese Breakfast
Monday, September 27, 2021
New Sounds
This week, echoes of summer from Alt-J and Ben LaMar Gay feat. Ohmme; a video game soundtrack from Japanese Breakfast; and South African electronic music producers Native Soul.
