All Of It with Alison Stewart

WNYC
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Jun 26, 2024 • 10min

A Children's Book Inspired by Far Rockaway

Today is the last day of school for New York City public schools, so as we head into summer vacation, we're celebrating with stories for kids! Journalist and author Karen Good Marable has written a new picture book, Yaya and the Sea, about a girl named Yaya who takes the A train with her mom and aunties down to coastal New York City, and learns about growing up in the process. Marable tells us more about her inspiration for the book and does a special reading!*This segment is guest-hosted by Tiffany Hanssen
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Jun 25, 2024 • 21min

What's Your Favorite Commencement Speech?

Guest host Kousha Navidar is headed to his alma mater to give a commencement speech to the graduating class of 2024. To prepare Kousha, we're joined by Riley Roberts, a professional speechwriter. The two break down their favorite commencement speeches, and ask listeners about their favorites.
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Jun 25, 2024 • 29min

The History of Reality TV with Emily Nussbaum

In her new book, Cue the Sun!: The Invention of Reality TV, Pulitzer Prize-winning critic Emily Nussbaum makes the case for taking the history of reality television seriously, especially considering the 2016 election of a reality TV star as President. She joins us to discuss this history ahead of her 7 pm event tonight at the Strand.This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar
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Jun 25, 2024 • 32min

'Pod Save America' Hosts on How to Be Involved in Politics Without Losing Your Mind

Crooked Media founders and Pod Save America hosts Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, and Tommy Vietor have written a book, Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps, about how to be involved in politics in a way that actually feels productive. They join us to discuss the book, and take your calls.This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar
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Jun 25, 2024 • 19min

'A Quiet Place: Day One' with Writer and Director Michael Sarnoski

The new film, "A Quiet Place: Day One,"  is set in New York City and captures the experience of the very first day that the mysterious, sound-seeking creatures landed on earth. We speak with writer and director Michael Sarnoski about the new prequel, which stars Lupita Nyong'o and is in theaters this Friday.This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar
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Jun 24, 2024 • 22min

Remembering Hockey Star Hobey Baker

Hobey Baker was considered one of the very first American ice hockey stars, taking the sport to new heights in the early 20th century. Tragically, he died under mysterious circumstances while in military service during World War I. A new podcast from ESPN's 30 For 30, Searching for Hobey Baker, investigates his life, death, and identity as a gay man in early 20th century America. Executive producer Andy Reynolds joins us to discuss.*Kousha Navidar Hosts*
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Jun 24, 2024 • 28min

How to Combat Summer FOMO, or Fear of Missing Out

Summer can be a lonely time if you don't feel like you have exciting plans every weekend. Matt Lundquist, founder and clinical director of Tribeca Therapy, joins us to discuss ways to combat summer FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) and take your calls.*Kousha Navidar Hosts*
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Jun 24, 2024 • 23min

Are You Travelling This Summer?

Summer is officially here. See what destinations are trending, where to avoid the crowds, where to go on a budget and more with Lonely Planet's executive editor Nitya Chambers. We also take your calls and questions.*Kousha Navidar Hosts*
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Jun 24, 2024 • 28min

How to Break Up With Your Pest Friend

Summer brings longer days and warmer temperatures. But the season also brings unwanted guests like mice, fruit flies, bed bugs and roaches into your home. To prevent and eradicate these pests, we're joined by Jim Fredericks, entomologist and senior vice president of Public Affairs at the National Pest Management Association. Plus, we take your calls.*Kousha Navidar Hosts*
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Jun 21, 2024 • 26min

Lake Street Dive Perform Live

The band Lake Street Dive join us for a live special performance and to discuss their new album, Good Together, out today!*This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar 

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