92Y Talks

Ever hear a story so ridiculous you think, there's no way that actually happened — only to Google it and realize, Oh wow, we're all lucky to be alive? That's basically the premise of SNAFU, the new book from actor, comedian, and history enthusiast Ed Helms. In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Ed Helms and Samantha Bee for an evening of laugh-out-loud storytelling, history you won't believe actually happened, and the kind of cautionary tales that remind us why reading the instructions is always a good idea. The conversation was recorded on Apr 28, 2025 at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join legendary cartoonist Robert Crumb, award-winning comics scholar and biographer Dan Nadel, and New Yorker staff writer Naomi Fry for an unforgettable conversation on the making of Crumb's iconic works, transforming the pressures of 1950s suburban America into a distinctive style, and more. The conversation was recorded on April 15th, 2025, at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Tom Hanks and writer E.A. Hanks for an evening of riveting storytelling, as father and daughter sit down to discuss The 10: A Memoir of Family and the Open Road —E.A. Hanks' deeply personal and beautifully crafted new book.   The conversation was recorded on Apr 8, 2025 at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Joy Behar, Susan Lucci, Sherri Shepherd, and Judy Gold for an exclusive — and jaw-dropping — look inside the new off-Broadway comedy, My First Ex-Husband. They'll share their favorite stories — about women married to the mob, their jobs, their faith, money and, inevitably, the wrong man.   The conversation was recorded on March 19th, 2025, at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Pulitzer Prize-winning New York Times columnist Maureen Dowd as she discusses a captivating assortment of her most compelling style features and profiles from new book Notorious, a sly and chatty collection of some of her most notorious celebrity profile. The conversation was recorded on March 10th, 2025, at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY talks, join two of Putin's most prominent critics for a compelling and timely discussion. Vladimir Kara-Murza, twice poisoned by Kremlin operatives and recently released from imprisonment in a landmark East-West prisoner exchange, brings firsthand insights into Putin's inner workings. A Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and Senior Fellow at the Raoul Wallenberg Centre for Human Rights, Kara-Murza is one of the most influential voices for Russian democratic reform. Sir Bill Browder, the CEO of Hermitage Capital Management and leader of the Global Magnitsky Justice Campaign, has been a relentless advocate for human rights and anti-corruption measures, earning him the distinction of being named Putin's “#1 enemy” by the Russian president himself.   Moderating the discussion is Richard Salomon, a Senior Fellow at the Raoul Wallenberg Centre and co-founder of the Illinois Holocaust Museum, who brings a global human rights perspective to this critical conversation. The evening concludes with a powerful recital by acclaimed pianist Mikhail Voskresensky, who fled Russia with his family in 2022 in protest of the war. Voskresensky's artistry will underscore the enduring spirit of resistance and hope.   This extraordinary event combines expert analysis, personal testimony, and the power of music to illuminate one of the most urgent geopolitical crises of our time. The conversation was recorded on February 4th, 2025, at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Pulitzer Prize and Emmy Award-winning journalist Trymaine Lee and Kellogg Foundation President and CEO La June Montgomery Tabron on the power of reconciliation and confronting social inequity. They'll illustrate how simple conversation can help heal our society — and ourselves.   The conversation was recorded on February 12th, 2025, at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join LinkedIn co-founder, bestselling author, and Institute of Global Politics Carnegie Distinguished Fellow, Reid Hoffman, and former U.S. Secretary of State and IGP Faculty Advisory Board Chair Hillary Rodham Clinton as they have a conversation about our AI future. Drawing from his new book Superagency, Hoffman explores how AI can amplify human potential and agency, be it through personalized education that helps every child excel; medical breakthroughs in the fight against Alzheimer's and cancer; and much more.   Secretary Clinton brings her unique perspective on how transformative technologies can be leveraged to advance human rights and strengthen democratic institutions. Together, they'll explore what policies and partnerships can help us realize AI's benefits while mitigating risk, ensuring we shape an AI future that works for everyone.   The conversation was recorded on January 28th, 2025, at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY talks, join Oscar-winning director Martin Scorsese with TCM host Dave Karger as they discuss his storied career, the films that inspire him, and why he's TCM's biggest fan.   The conversation was recorded on January 25th, 2025, at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Emmy Award-winning Susan Lucci as she celebrates the 55th anniversary of All My Children with cast members Kelly Ripa, Jill Larson, Eden Riegel, Jennifer Bassey, and Francesca James, plus insights from Head Writer Lorraine Broderick and Casting Director Judy Blye Wilson—all moderated by TV legend Andy Cohen. The conversation was recorded on Jan 14, 2025 at 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY talks, join American astrophysicist, bestselling author, and science icon Neil deGrasse Tyson with journalist and author Fareed Zakaria as they revisit his very first book, Merlin's Tour of the Universe. This new, updated and revised edition takes his readers on an entertaining and edifying journey, answering questions big and small with authentic science.   The conversation was recorded on January 5th, 2025, at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY talks, join Brett Goldstein and Jason Segel, co-creators of Apple TV+s Shrinking, as they share behind-the-scenes stories and insights into the second season of the show. The conversation was recorded on Oct 15, 2024, in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY talks, join Tony, Grammy, and Emmy Award-winning actor and singer Ben Platt with host Busy Phillips on becoming one of his generation's foremost entertainers — and his new album, Honeymind. The conversation was recorded on Oct 9, 2024, in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY talks, Join acclaimed actor Josh Brolin for a deeply personal conversation with Griffin Dunne about his life on and offscreen — and his new memoir, From Under the Truck. Josh Brolin brings unmistakable gravity and grit to all his films, and From Under the Truck shows where it comes from. In this deeply candid conversation, hear him discuss the inspiration behind his work, how he prepares for a roll, his personal challenges, how his family has shaped him, stories from the set, and much more.   The conversation was recorded on Nov 19, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY talks, Reel Pieces moderator Annette Insdorf interviews Saoirse Ronan after a screening of her new film, The Outrun. Even before reaching 30, Saoirse Ronan received 4 Oscar nominations, beginning with Atonement (2007) at the age of 13, and continuing with Brooklyn (2015), followed by Greta Gerwig's Lady Bird and Little Women. Her other notable credits include Hanna (2011), Mary Queen of Scots (2018), Ammonite (2020), and Steve McQueen's historical drama, Blitz, the closing-night selection of the 2024 NY Film Festival. The conversation was recorded on Oct 1st 2024, at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY talks, The GRAMMY Museum and 92NY present Ingrid Michaelson with ELLE Magazine's Samuel Maude for an intimate conversation about her album For the Dreamers, composing music for The Notebook, her creative process, and more, followed by a performance. The conversation was recorded on September 5, 2024, at The 92nd Street Y, New York.  

In this episode of 92NY talks, join social psychologist and New York Times-bestselling author Jonathan Haidt and renowned clinical psychologist and parenting expert Dr. Becky Kennedy with Stephanie Ruhle on the epidemic of anxiety in American children and the solutions that will bring back the play-based childhood.   The conversation was recorded in front of a live audience on October 1st, 2024 at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY talks, join #1 New York Times-bestselling author Malcolm Gladwell with New Yorker Editor-in-Chief David Remnick, discussing Gladwell's latest book, Revenge of the Tipping Point; a fresh look at his breakthrough book, The Tipping Point.   The conversation was recorded on Tue, Oct 1, 2024, at the 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Kate McKinnon — the comedian, writer, actor, Saturday Night Live alum and Weird Barbie — for an evening of comedy and conversation with Seth Meyers for the launch of her debut novel, The Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette for Young Ladies of Mad Science. Hear about how this long-term passion project developed, McKinnon's own fascination with science and nature, finding your own place to belong, her essential message that being weird is exactly what makes you wonderful, along with reflections and anecdotes about her life and career. The program was recorded on September 30, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join award-winning host of the hit podcast Here's Where It Gets Interesting and “America's Government Teacher” Sharon McMahon with Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Ken Burns for a discussion on the ordinary Americans who form the backbone of our society — and her new book, The Small and the Mighty. The conversation was recorded on September 25 , 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join bestselling author David Rubenstein with Pulitzer Prize-winning New York Times reporter Maggie Haberman on the shifting history of the US presidency and the people who lived it — and Rubenstein's new book, The Highest Calling: Conversations on the American Presidency. Ahead of a profoundly consequential US presidential election, hear Rubenstein and Haberman on the changing nature of US executive power.   The conversation was recorded on September 11, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join award-winning actress Kelly Bishop for the launch of her captivating new memoir, The Third Gilmore Girl. Full of witty insights, it is a warm, unapologetic and spirited story from a woman who has left indelible impressions on her audiences for decades — and has no plans on slowing down. She is interviewed by a surprise guest moderator, THE Lauren Graham. The conversation was recorded on September 17, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, Jeffrey Goldberg, editor in chief of The Atlantic, discusses his new collection of essays, On Heroism: McCain, Milley, Mattis, and the Cowardice of Donald Trump, with MSNBC's Alex Wagner. Expanding on his explosive reporting about Donald Trump's trenchant disdain for military personnel, Goldberg draws upon decades of his own reporting, including key interviews with top officials such as the late Senator John McCain, former Defense Secretary James Mattis, and former chairman of the Joint Chiefs Mark Milley, all of whom came to oppose Trump.   The conversation was recorded on September 8, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Pulitzer Prize-winning, New York Times-bestselling author Anne Applebaum in conversation with historian and MSNBC opinion columnist Ruth Ben-Ghiat on the recent alarming rise of dictatorships across the world — and her new book, Autocracy, Inc.: The Dictators Who Want to Run the World. They discuss the book's genesis from her widely-read Atlantic piece, “There is No Liberal World Order,” and how ordinary American citizens can take action and demand that our leaders stand up for democratic ideals.   The conversation was recorded on July 22, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.  

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Emmy nominees and stars of Showtime's Fellow Travelers, Matt Bomer and Jonathan Bailey, as they discuss the making of the show with Extra's Tommy DiDario. From LGBTQ history to love and relationships to the devastation Lavender Scare of the 1950s, they'll share behind-the-scenes insights and personal reflections about this powerful, acclaimed series.   The conversation was recorded on August 15, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Brian Tyler Cohen, progressive YouTuber, podcaster, and MSNBC contributor, with former US Senator Al Franken for a deep dive into the heart of America's political dysfunction as posited in Cohen's new book, Shameless: Republicans' Deliberate Dysfunction and the Battle to Preserve Democracy.   The conversation was recorded on August 15, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Stuart E. Eizenstat, former U.S. ambassador to the European Union and author of The Art of Diplomacy. He sits down with David Rubenstein to discuss what he's learned in the global halls of power, how it applies to the world we live in today, the secrets of political persuasion in a polarized world, and more. The conversation was recorded on June 30, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, the stars of Twisters, Daisy Edgar-Jones and Glen Powell, take us behind the scenes, sharing stories from the set, and discussing their challenges and inspiration for their roles in this summer blockbuster with MTV's Josh Horowitz. The conversation was recorded on July 18, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Colman Domingo who stars in the new film Sing Sing which is getting Oscar buzz for its stirring true story of resilience, humanity, and the transformative power of art. He sits down with EXTRA's Tommy DiDario to discuss the making of the film, and the issues it so powerfully brings to the fore.   The conversation was recorded on July 21, 2024 in front of a live audience at AMC Lincoln Square in collaboration with The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join René Redzepi, award-winning chef and co-owner of the acclaimed restaurant Noma, when he talks with Phil Rosenthal about Omnivore, the Apple TV+ documentary that takes viewers through a world-traversing journey as we glimpse the beauty and complexity of the interconnected chain of food that binds us all. The conversation was recorded on July 15, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, we go back to 2019 when then Senator Kamala Harris sat down with artist/poet/activist Cleo Wade for an inspiring discussion about the core truths that unite us and the big challenges we face together. In her book, The Truths We Hold, Harris draws on her own career and the work of those who have most inspired her to offer a master class in problem solving, crisis management, and leadership in challenging times. Cleo Wade is the author of the best selling book, Heart Talk: Poetic Wisdom for a Better Life. The conversation was recorded on January 11, 2019 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, we remember and honor Dr. Ruth Westheimer with one of her last appearances at the 92nd Street Y in 2019. Reel Pieces moderator Annette Insdorf interviews Dr. Ruth about Ask Dr. Ruth, the acclaimed documentary about the trailblazing sex therapist and educator, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival.   The conversation was recorded on November 20, 2019 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join National Book Award winner Joyce Carol Oates on her extraordinary life in letters — and her new book, Letters to a Biographer — when she sits down with author Jonathan Safran Foer, her former undergraduate writing student. Hear them discuss Oates' career, her influence, and the future of American literature.   The conversation was recorded on May 19, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join author and Bloomberg Opinion columnist Francis Barry and senior executive editor of Bloomberg Opinion Tim O'Brien for a journey across the United States and into the heart of American democracy. In a road trip from New York to San Francisco, Barry shares his travels from coast to coast, through rural towns and sprawling cities, exploring what divides but also what unites the country for Americans.   The conversation was streamed live as part of The 92nd Street Y, New York online talks series on July 1, 2024.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join the News Team of Comedy Central's Emmy Award-winning The Daily Show — Ronny Chieng, Jordan Klepper, Michael Kosta, and Desi Lydic — on politics, comedy, and their ongoing election year series, Indecision 2024.  The conversation, moderated by CBS's Vladimir Duthiers, was recorded on June 12, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Noah Hawley — among our most audacious and versatile storytellers — in conversation with Emmy® Award winner Jon Hamm. They discuss the latest critically-acclaimed installment of Fargo, starring Hamm, Juno Temple, and Jennifer Jason Leigh; as well as Hawley's career which includes his feature film directorial debut, Lucy in the Sky (starring Natalie Portman), his groundbreaking series Legion, and The New York Times bestselling novel, Before The Fall.   The conversation was recorded on June 15, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join beloved actors Steve Guttenberg and Tony Danza on Guttenberg's life in Hollywood, their long friendship, and Guttenberg's new memoir about caring for his aging father, Time to Thank. Through the prism of the relationship with his father, Time to Thank looks back on his early life in Queens; his career as a rising Hollywood star, making those iconic films; and the painful and moving work of helping to care for his ailing father — the hero and strength of the family. The conversation was recorded on May 21, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Tom Selleck as he sits down with Bridget Moynahan to discuss his new memoir, You Never Know. The American icon and star of television shows such as Magnum P.I. and Blue Bloods shares his journey, offering a fresh perspective on a changing industry and a changing world.   The conversation was recorded on May 7, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York. 

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join former White House Press Secretary and current MSNBC host Jen Psaki as she talks with Lawrence O'Donnell and shares stories and insights from her memoir, Say More: Lessons from Work, the White House, and the World. She covers her journey to the Briefing Room and beyond, taking readers along the campaign trail, to the State Department, and inside the White House under two Presidents. The conversation was recorded on May 8, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York. 

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Grammy winner, 2023 Kennedy Center honoree, and legendary soprano Renée Fleming on her life on stage and the myriad connections between music and health in her new book, Music and Mind, which draws upon her own experience to showcase the breadth of research showing the stunning health benefits of music and the arts.   The conversation was moderated by David Rubinstein and recorded on April 21, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York. 

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join cookbook author, food stylist, blogger, and Great British Baking Show fan favorite Benjamina Ebuehi as she discusses her new book, I'll Bring Dessert: Simple Sweet Recipes for Every Occasion, with Vallery Lomas. Hear the British baking star talk about the opportunity that allowed her to turn a hobby into her dream job and the luscious recipes in her book. The conversation was streamed live as part of The 92nd Street Y, New York online talks series on May 3, 2024.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Senator Tim Kaine and Senator Cory Booker as they discuss Kaine's new memoir, Walk, Ride, Paddle: A Life Outside. The compelling story of his expansive journeys through the Virginia wilderness, the book captures Kaine's deep love for the natural world and his passion for preserving it, coupled with reflections on current events, from the January 6th attack on the Capitol to racial protests to the impeachment trials.   The conversation was streamed live as part of The 92nd Street Y, New York online talks series on April 9, 2024.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Alan Cumming, the host of Peacock's The Traitors - a nail-biting psychological adventure in the Scottish Highlands in which treachery and deceit are the name of the game - and Catherine Cohen as they discuss the killer reality series. Get the lowdown on the all-celebrity cast, the diabolical twists and turns, stories from behind the scenes, and more. The conversation was recorded on February 26, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join actress, comedian, writer, singer, and producer Rebel Wilson, known for her roles in Pitch Perfect, Bridesmaids, and Isn't It Romantic, for a discussion on her new memoir, Rebel Rising, with  fellow Aussie, tennis legend Rennae Stubbs. The book chronicles her life and career, her unconventional journey to Hollywood, and the emotional and physical lessons she learned. The conversation was recorded on April 3, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Congressman Jamie Raskin, former Congressmen Steve Israel and David Jolly, and moderator Richard Salomon for a discussion on how to overcome existential threats to our democracy. Hear this distinguished bipartisan group of lawmakers on the threats we face, the solutions we can achieve collectively, and how we can find common ground to heal a divided nation. The conversation was recorded on March 25, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, we go back into our archives for a newly released recording from 1999 featuring comedians Carol Burnett and Joy Behar in our long-running Funny People series. They discuss Burnett's career, life in show business, and much more. The conversation was recorded on December 19, 1999 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, we commemorate The 92nd Street Y's 150th anniversary with a special archival recording from the inaugural season of our long-running Lyrics & Lyricists series in 1971 featuring the now legendary Stephen Sondheim who also shares our March 22nd birthday. This was Sondheim's first public talk and it's an illuminating one, telling stories and sharing his thoughts on lyrics and the craft of theatrical songwriting.   The program was recorded on May 2, 1971 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Baked by Melissa co-founder and CEO Melissa Ben-Ishay and Queer Eye food expert Antoni Porowski as they discuss Melissa's bestselling cookbook, Come Hungry: Salads, Meals, and Sweets for People Who Live to Eat, and how savory recipes took her from cupcake entrepreneur to a social media sensation. The conversation was recorded on January 25, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Mitch Albom, beloved bestselling author of Tuesdays with Morrie, for a discussion on his new novel, The Little Liar, with Malcolm Gladwell. As an American Jewish writer, Albom's first novel of the Holocaust is also intensely personal. Hear him and Gladwell talk about the story behind the story, mixing historical fact with fiction, why Holocaust stories remain crucial today, and more. The conversation was recorded on February 4, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Kermit Roosevelt, law professor at the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School and author of The Nation That Never Was: Reconstructing America's Story, and Michael J. Gerhardt, author of The Law of Presidential Impeachment, for a discussion on the historical roots and constitutional mechanisms of impeachment, gaining insights from Gerhardt's lifetime of research and experience in high profile trials. Gerhardt will guide us through a nonpartisan overview that goes beyond specific cases, offering nuanced perspectives on under-explored issues.   The conversation was streamed live as part of The 92nd Street Y, New York online talks series on January 31, 2024.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join musicians Steven Van Zandt and Rubén Blades as they discuss the legendary first appearance of The Beatles on The Ed Sullivan Show in February 1964 with journalist and moderator Budd Mishkin. An estimated 73 million people tuned in and the next morning, America woke up to a different country.   The conversation was recorded on February 7, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.