All Of It with Alison Stewart

WNYC
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Aug 13, 2024 • 25min

Elliot Page Stars in a New Homecoming Drama

In the new feature film, "Close To You," actor Elliot Page returns to the big screen as Sam, a trans man who returns to his small hometown for a strained family reunion. Page is joined by co-star Hillary Baack who plays Sam's friend Katherine, and director Dominic Savage to discuss the film, which is out in theaters on August 16.
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Aug 13, 2024 • 26min

Ian Karmel On His Memoir, 'T-Shirt Swim Club'

[REBROADCAST FROM June 11, 2024] Comedian Ian Karmel and his sister, Dr. Alisa Karmel, grew up overweight as kids. However, they never talked about it. In a new memoir, the two reflect on their childhood experiences. Ian joins us to discuss their book, T-Shirt Swim Club, which is out today.This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar
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Aug 13, 2024 • 24min

Your Favorite New Jersey Restaurants

New Jersey Monthly has just published a new list of "The 40 Best Restaurants in New Jersey," featuring establishments all over the Garden State. Jacqueline Mroz, features and dining senior editor, discusses her favorites from the list and we hear your local recommendations.
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Aug 12, 2024 • 29min

Tank And The Bangas' New Spoken Word Collection

Musical group Tank and The Bangas returns with their latest project - a three-part spoken word collection titled The Heart, The Mind, The Soul. Using R&B, jazz and soul influences, vocalist Tarriona ‘Tank’ Ball and guitarist/pianist Norman Spence join for a live performance in Studio 5. The entire spoken word collection will be available to stream on August 30th.
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Aug 12, 2024 • 27min

The Lesbian Bar Project (Producer Picks)

[REBROADCAST FROM June 12, 2024] Lesbian bars have been safe spaces for the LGBTQ+ community. The documentary series "Lesbian Bar Project" takes us to bars all across the globe - from Texas to Germany - to understand what they mean for the lesbian and queer femme community. Filmmakers Erica Rose and Elina Street join us to discuss the project. Producer Aki Camargo introduces this reair.
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Aug 12, 2024 • 22min

Managing Your Kids' Screen Time

If you have a child, managing their screen time starts early and can be an ongoing challenge. Psychologist and professor Jacqueline Nesi talks to us about strategies to help our kids lead healthier lives in front of screens. She also tells us whether some screens are better than others.
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Aug 12, 2024 • 23min

Anna Marie Tendler Opens Up About Her Time in a Psychiatric Hospital (Mental Health Mondays)

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, artist and photographer Anna Marie Tendler found herself struggling with suicidal ideation. She decided to check herself into a psychiatric hospital to receive treatment. Tendler joins us to discuss her memoir about this period of her life, titled Men Have Called Her Crazy, as part of our series Mental Health Mondays. Tendler will be speaking Friday night at the McNally Jackson Soho location at 5:30 PM.
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Aug 9, 2024 • 29min

The Science of Motivating Young People

A new book from an influential psychologist explains that when it comes to mentoring, educating or parenting teenagers, making them feel respected is key. Dr. David Yeager, Professor of Psychology at the University of Texas at Austin and the cofounder of the Texas Behavioral Science and Policy Institute discusses his new book, 10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People. Plus, listeners call in to talk about their strategies for motivating the young people in their lives.*This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar
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Aug 9, 2024 • 22min

Need a Pep Talk? Give Us A Call

Sometimes looking in the mirror and trying to psych yourself up just isn't enough. When you need external validation, Josh Gondelman is your man. He's a comedian and writer and the author of a pep talk newsletter titled "That's Marvelous." He joins us to spread enthusiasm -- and give listeners a boost.*This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar
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Aug 9, 2024 • 26min

A Sketch Artist's Account of the Courtroom

A new memoir offers readers a front-row seat inside of America's most infamous trials featuring characters such as Donald Trump, Ghislaine Maxwell, Stormy Daniels, Steve Bannon, Tom Brady, Robert DeNiro, Bill Cosby, and Harvey Weinstein. Jane Rosenberg joins us to talk about her new book, Drawn Testimony: My Four Decades as a Courtroom Sketch Artist.*This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar

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