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Deep-state agent or true whistleblower? (episode)
Deep-state or true whistle-blower?
A new report shows empty storefronts have nearly doubled over the last 10 years. Gothamist reporter Elizabeth Kim talks about what actions the City is taking to address the problem.
The wealthy pay more of it.
The lowest number in the history of the refugee resettlement program.
Should we be using this precious gas for balloons?
Three of our favorite segments from the week, in case you missed them. (article)
We're back with Mayor de Blasio. (episode)
"We have a Vision Zero plan for lead in the city," said NYC's Mayor, Bill de Blasio.
Joshua Dawsey helped us understand what the whistle blower says.
"We found that the question of who helped and who hindered, was surprising and not what you would think." - Jodi Kantor.
"It's not a partisan issue, it's an American issue," says Allison Stanger, author of Whistleblowers: Honesty in America from Washington to Trump.
Updates from the UN General Assembly. (episode)
Breaking News: What's in the Ukraine Transcript?
How Climate Change is affecting Emir Sanusi's constituents in Kano, Nigeria?
Is Steyer finally getting what he wants?
What to do with women's stories of assault.
"Men and women are actually more similar than they are different" says Gina Rippon.
"He's really soliciting a fishing expedition from another head of state to help his political campaign." — Brian Lehrer
What happens when officers lie? (episode)
"This behavior by the president is something different and that it crosses a line and it really impacts our national security and congress has to act." — Representative Mikie Sherrill
What happens when officers lie?
How they plan to save the world.
Governor Cuomo announces he will be visiting Connecticut to discuss a regional approach to limiting vaping and legalizing marijuana.
"Let's not do it 24/7. And see what's it's like to be completely screen-free for one day a week." - Tiffany Shlain
NYT's Maggie Haberman & Annie Karni; Post-Presidential-Run Mayor's Agenda; Homelessness & the Subways; 'Hustlers' IRL (episode)
White house correspondents for The New York Times review what's been happening in Washington.
A check-in with city hall reporters on the mayor's agenda post his 2020 presidential bid
WNYC reporters talk about We The Commuters' weeklong look at homelessness in subways, why people in need seek shelter there and how it impacts commutes and MTA workers.
"Hustlers" made it's debut on the big screen this month, but the real story happened a few years ago on Wall Street. Jessica Pressler reacts to the film and discusses the true story.
Ask the Mayor; National Politics; Plastic Challenge Wrap-Up; Visualizing Poetry (episode)
Call in with questions for Mayor Bill de Blasio, as he ends his presidential bid.
Catch up with the latest national news, including the whistleblower complaint
How much single-use plastic did you accumulate this week?
A new book of 'visual poems.'
Three of our favorite segments from the week, in case you missed them. (article)
Covering Climate Now: The Youth-Led Climate Strike; A Just and Resilient Climate; How Can the Media Cover Climate Change Better?; Is It Recyclable? (episode)
The U.N. is holding a Climate Action Summit on Monday, but students around the city are planning a Friday strike to pressure leaders into taking bolder action when the summit convenes.
It's going to take big solutions to address the problems of climate change. Two environmental justice activists discuss how to make sure that vulnerable communities aren't overlooked.
Is the media speaking up enough about climate change? Environmental activists track and analyze media coverage on climate change.
WNYC's Sean Carlson steps up to the buzzer for a special game show we put together called, Is It Recyclable?. Ever wonder about dental floss? Listen, laugh, and wonder no more.
Remembering Cokie Roberts; #CoveringClimateNow: Changing Car Culture; Israeli Elections and the Palestinians Political Stans and Internet Scams (episode)
Cokie Roberts — a pioneering giant in political media — died yesterday. Two of her colleagues reflect on the tenacity and humanity she brought to the NPR newsroom.
The roads of NYC can be dangerous for cyclists and pedestrians. What to do about the #CarCulture? Today, a policymaker and a transportation analyst consider the question.
A look at the Palestinian side of yesterday's elections over Israel's parliament.
Fans, stans and scams are parts of our online lives. How do the memes of primary candidates actually impact how we think of them, of the race, and of democracy?