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ALL OF IT is a show about culture and its consumers. ALL OF IT is a show about culture and context. ALL OF IT is a show about culture and the culture. Our aim is to engage the thinkers, doers, makers, and creators, about the what and why of their work. People make the culture and we hope, need, and…

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    The All Of It podcast is a truly exceptional show that covers a wide range of topics, from books and music to cooking and the arts. Hosted by Alison Stewart, the show features upbeat conversations with guests about various cultural subjects. Alison's insightful questions guide the conversations in a meaningful way, making for an engaging and enlightening listening experience. This podcast has the power to brighten your day and keep you informed about all things culture.

    One of the best aspects of The All Of It podcast is Alison Stewart herself. She is an excellent reporter and compassionate listener who always prepares thoroughly for her interviews. Her dedication to each guest shines through in every episode, as she dives deep into their stories and uses them to provide listeners with valuable insights and a game plan for success. Whether it's discussing books, music, cooking, or the arts, Alison's enthusiasm and curiosity are ever-present.

    Another standout feature of this podcast is its diverse range of topics. From the "Get Lit" segments that explore literature to moments of zen and coverage of music, theater, movies, and more, The All Of It has something for everyone. The show keeps you up-to-date on current cultural happenings while also introducing you to new ideas and perspectives.

    While there are many positive aspects to The All Of It podcast, one potential downside is its format. Some listeners have expressed a desire for the episodes to be released in smaller segments rather than single two-hour chunks. Releasing episodes in shorter segments would allow for easier consumption and make it more convenient for those who may not have time for longer episodes.

    In conclusion, The All Of It podcast hosted by Alison Stewart is an exceptional show that offers engaging interviews on a variety of cultural topics. With its well-prepared host, diverse range of subjects, and informative discussions, this podcast stands out as a must-listen for anyone interested in books, music, cooking, or the arts. Whether you're looking for a moment of zen or a deep dive into the stories of fascinating guests, The All Of It has you covered.



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    'Billy Joel: And So It Goes'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 28:16


    The new two-part documentary "Billy Joel: And So It Goes" provides an in-depth look into the life and career of Long Island's beloved piano man. Co-director Susan Lacy discusses the project, which premieres episode one Friday evening on HBO and HBO Max. Listeners weigh in with their favorite Billy Joel memories and performances.

    Steve Nieve Previews New York Summer Shows

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 25:20


    Steve Nieve is the longtime keyboard player for Elvis Costello and his various bands. He discusses his career and relationship with Costello, and previews a string of summer concerts in our area this summer, performing alongside singer and percussionist Kessada.

    Summer In The City: Food and Fun on Staten Island

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 25:37


    This summer, we will feature a guide for what to do in all five boroughs. Today Pamela Silvestri, food editor at the Staten Island Advance, talks about her favorite summer attractions from around the borough. Plus, listeners share their favorite summer spots on Staten Island.

    The Life of Groundbreaking Designer Virgil Abloh

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 23:23


    Groundbreaking fashion designer Virgil Abloh became the first Black American artistic director of a luxury French fashion house when he became the artistic director of the menswear ready-to-wear collection for Louis Vuitton. He died in 2021 at the age of 41. Biographer Robin Givhan discusses her new book, Make It Ours: Crashing the Gates of Culture with Virgil Abloh.

    Summer In The City: Things To Do In Brooklyn

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 23:42


    This summer, we will feature a guide for what to do in all five boroughs. Today John Major, author of the book 111 Places in Brooklyn That You Must Not Miss, talks about his favorite summer attractions from around the borough. Plus, listeners share their favorite summer spots in Queens.

    Getting the Best Out of Summer Produce in the Kitchen

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 26:05


    Have more zucchini from the garden than you know what to do with? Melissa Clark, New York Times food reporter and recipe columnist, gives tips on how to get the best out of the abundance of summer produce the kitchen, and listeners share their ideas and questions.

    'ta-da!' Off Broadway at the Greenwich House Theater

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 27:34


    "ta-da!" is a new off-Broadway production, featuring collection of stories and jokes presented in 80 minutes with 2,000 power point slides presented. Hear about it from performer Josh Sharp, who leads the show, and director Sam Pinkleton of "Oh, Mary!"

    Emmy Nominee Cristin Milioti On Playing An Anti-Hero In 'The Penguin'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 22:07


    [REBROADCAST FROM Nov. 12, 2024] The acclaimed new HBO series "The Penguin" earned 24 Emmy nominations in this year's awards. Actor Cristin Milioti, who has now been Emmy-nominated for her role as Sofia, a member of the Falcone crime family, joined us for a Watch Party to discuss the final episode.

    Brandee Younger Performs Live From 'Gadabout Season'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 25:41


    Harpist Brandee Younger returns to All Of It to perform live, and discuss her third album, Gadabout Season, featuring original compositions and Younger's playing with Alice Coltrane's restored harp.

    A Story of Change and Cheesecake on the Upper West Side

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 24:13


    Mark Kurlansky is a James Beard Award-winning writer whose books span fiction and non-fiction but share food-related subjects, with titles like Salt, Milk, and Salmon. He'll talk about his latest novel Cheesecake, which takes place entirely on the Upper West Side, and follows a Greek coffee shop facing rent increases that adds an ancient Roman recipe to its menu. Acclaim, imitators, and competition follow.

    Summer in the City: What To Do In The Bronx

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 29:12


    Our Summer in the City series continues, spotlighting great things to do in each borough. Today a look at opportunities for summer fun in the Bronx. ET Rodriguez, local journalist and NYC tour guide, shares her picks for the best things to check out in the Bronx, and we take calls from listeners.  

    Has Sports Betting Changed Professional Athletics Forever?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 20:04


    New York and New Jersey are some of the states who have profited the most from legalized sports gambling. But at what cost to residents, and to the sports they love? Journalist Danny Funt, author of the forthcoming book Everybody Loses: The Tumultuous Rise of American Sports Gambling, speaks about how sports betting has changed the culture of fandom, and altered the experience of professional athletes.

    Summer In The City: What To Do In Queens

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 29:12


    This summer, we will feature a guide for what to do in all five boroughs. Today Rob MacKay of the Queens Tourism Council kicks off the series with the top attractions the World's Borough has to offer this season. Plus, listeners share their favorite summer spots in Queens.

    With His Camera, Larry Fink Documented 60 Years of American Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 17:50


    The Center for Photography at Woodstock calls Larry Fink (1941-2023) "one of the last great humanist photographers." CPW has organized an exhibition of Fink's photographs, which depict his immersion in New York's Beat scene, the Civil Rights movement, and Manhattan nightlife. "Larry Fink: Sensual Empathy," is on view at CPW in Kingston, New York through August 31. Curator Lucy Sante and CPW executive director Brian Wallis discuss the show and the importance of Fink's photographs.

    Season 2 of "The Retrievals" Seeks Solutions to Women's Surgical Pain

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 29:23


    C-sections are among the most commonly performed surgeries in the world. But despite interventions aimed at numbing the pain of the procedure, many women can still feel the painful surgical process while it's taking place. In the second season of the New York Times podcast "The Retrievals," Susan Burton tells the stories of some women who have been through this horrific experience, tries to understand why anesthesia sometimes fails, and explores approaches to solving this problem.

    What The Red Scare Can Teach Us Today

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 24:03


    The Hollywood Ten was a group of screenwriters and directors who were jailed in 1947 for refusing to answer questions about their beliefs and associations during a hearing before the House Un-American Activities Committee. Their story is told in a new exhibit at New York Historical, titled "Blacklisted: An American Story." It explores the intersection of politics, art, culture and social dynamics during Hollywood's red scare. The exhibit also looks at Broadway and New York's theater community also responded. Curator Anne Lessy joins us to discuss. 

    What's Your Favorite Movie of the 21st Century

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 25:52


    The New York Times is spending the summer ranking 100 of the best movies of the 21st century so far, based around the voting of over 500 directors, actors and producers in Hollywood. Kyle Buchanan, New York Times pop culture reporter and awards season columnist, discusses the list, his favorite 21st century movies, and listeners share their picks.More Info:100 Best Movies of the 21st CenturyHow Actors and Directors VotedReaders Topp 100 picksThe QuizLooking for a great movie to watch?Cast Your Vote / Make Your Ballot

    NYC Summer Read: 'The Doorman'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 19:03


    [REBROADCAST FROM May 20, 2025] The new novel The Doorman follows Chicky Diaz, the titular character working at a high end Manhattan building who becomes ensnared in the web of secrets his residents try to keep. Author Chris Pavone discusses his new thriller.

    When To DIY, And When To Hire A Professional

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 31:38


    Dan Medley is a contractor and the founder of Team Handy Dan. He also teaches people the basics of home repair. He offers tips from how to build a home toolbox to how to assess when you can do a job yourself, and when to call a professional.  

    Has Insomnia Become a Public Health Emergency?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 24:22


    Jennifer Senior used to have no trouble sleeping. Until she did. In her new article for The Atlantic, called "Why Can't Americans Sleep? Insomnia has become a public-health emergency," she looks at how insomnia is now tenacious and pervasive. She joins us to discuss her reporting, and talk about how America is actually making its sleep crisis worse.

    The 100th Anniversary of the Scopes Trial

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 25:16


    July 10 marks the 100th anniversary of the start of the Scopes Trial, which centered on the ability to teach the theory of evolution in public schools. We reflect on the legacy of this monumental case and its relevance today, with Brenda Wineapple, author of the book Keeping the Faith: God, Democracy, and the Trial That Riveted a Nation.

    Beach Reads Week: Katie Yee's Heartbreak Novel

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 21:54


    We continue our week of beach reads with a debut novel from Katie Yee, called Maggie: Or, a Man and a Woman Walk Into a Bar. The story follows a woman who finds out her husband has been having an affair with a woman named Maggie... and that she has also been diagnosed with cancer. Yee discusses the novel, which is out on July 22, and will be speaking on 'pub day' at Yu and Me Bookstore at the NYPL Chatham Square Branch, and on July 24 with Books Are Magic at the Melissa Joy Manning Jewelry Store.  

    Jonathan Adler's Ceramic Art At The Museum of Arts and Design

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 28:13


    Jonathan Adler's 30 year career is being celebrated at the Museum of Art & Design in a show titled "The Mad, MAD World of Jonathan Adler," which looks at his ceramic work over the past 30 years.

    Beach Reads: 'The Griffin Sister's Greatest Hits'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 19:39


    Bestselling author Jennifer Weiner's latest novel The Griffin Sisters' Greatest Hits follows sisters Zoe and Cassie as they skyrocket to early‑2000s pop stardom, only for a tragedy to end their meteoric rise and shatter their bond. Years later, after going their separate ways, Zoe's teenage daughter tries to engineer a reunion. Weiner talks about her new book.

    How 1990s NYC Skateboarding Culture Birthed 'Supreme'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 30:07


    In the 80s and 90s, New York City's skateboarding scene was wild and gritty, and seemingly unable to be commercialized. And then the streetwear brand Supreme came along. Director Josh Swade discusses the new 30 for 30 documentary “Empire Skate,” which tells the story of 1990s New York City skate culture that inspired a global brand.

    How The Zombies Went from English Teen Rockers to Hall of Famers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 24:07


    The Zombies were core to the British Invasion of the 1960s, with songs like She's Not There, and Time of the Season. "Hung Up On A Dream: The Zombies Documentary" explores how the English teenagers became Rock and Roll Hall of Famers. Lead singer Colin Blunstone discusses the group's story, and takes listener calls, along with the film's director Robert Schwartzman. On Wednesday evening at Gramercy Theatre, there will be a screening of the film followed by Q&A and unplugged performance with Blunstone and Schwartzman's band, Rooney.

    New Play Explores Love & Hip Hop Amid The Afghan War

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 26:32


    Duke is an international hip hop star who is visiting US troops in Kabul. Roya is his interpreter. In the new play set against a war-torn Afghanistan in 2016, can their chemistry matter more than their differences? Stars Jay Ellis and Stephanie Nur discuss the new play 'Duke & Roya', alongside director Warren Adams.

    Frances Valentine Co-Founder Elyce Arons Reflects on Her Friendship with Kate Spade

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 27:00


    Before Kate Spade's tragic death, she and Frances Valentine co-founder Elyce Arons had been best friends for 37 years. Arons reflects on their bond in her new memoir, titled We Might Just Make It After All, and shares memories of their decades-long friendship.

    'The Ghosts Of Gwendolyn Montgomery,' By Clarence A. Hayes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 20:53


    A mystical adventure awaits Gwendolyn Montgomery, an NYC power publicist, who finds herself caught in web of murder. Clarence Haynes discusses his book The Ghosts of Gwendolyn Montgomery, which has been described as "a fresh, authentic voice in urban fantasy and horror."

    A Few Recipe Suggestions To Keep Your Kitchen Cool

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 22:33


    When it's too hot to cook, easy, no-oven recipes can be a lifesaver. New York Times associate editor Margaux Laskey recently published a list of "100 Easy Summer Recipes for Right Now." She talks about her favorites, and listeners share their go-to hot-weather meals.

    ADHD Diagnoses Have Been Rising Steadily. Why?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 32:19


    ADHD diagnoses are soaring. For some kids, it's a lifesaver. But recent research about ADHD shows that it might be more of a mismatch between your brain and your current circumstance -- and that labeling kids with ADHD has some downsides. In his recent article for the New York Times Magazine, Paul Tough asks "Have We Been Thinking About ADHD All Wrong?" He discusses his reporting, and listeners call in to share their experiences with ADHD diagnoses.

    Beach Reads: Laura Lippman's "Murder Takes a Vacation"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 23:31


    You may know Laura Lippman for her Tess Monaghan series of mysteries. In her latest novel, Murder Takes a Vacation, we meet Muriel Blossom, who once worked with Tess. Now retired and widowed, she takes her first trip to Europe, which promptly goes awry. Lippman discusses her new work, which The New York Times calls "a rollicking adventure of the highest order."

    Summer Reading Challenge Check-In: Beach Read Recommendations

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 26:42


    Our second Summer Reading Challenge is underway! This week, All Of It producer Jordan Lauf discusses some beach reads that could fit in the five Summer Reading Challenge categories. Listeners weigh in with their recommendations. Click here to sign up for the Challenge!

    Summer Television Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 22:08


    We are previewing the sights and sounds of summer. We've talked about movies, music, and podcasts. Now Vulture critic Kathryn VanArendonk joins us to talk about some of the season's most anticipated TV shows, from a new season of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds to Love Island USA. Plus listeners share what they excited to be watching this season. 

    Diane Arbus Turned Her Camera on New York

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 29:14


    This summer, you can see the largest New York exhibition ever put together about local post-war photographer Diane Arbus. For "Diane Arbus: Constellation," Park Avenue Armory has amassed more than 450 Arbus photographs. Curator Matthieu Humery and photographer Neil Selkirk, a former student of Arbus and the only person allowed to make prints from her negatives, talk about the exhibition, on view through August 17.

    'Charles Sumner: Conscience of a Nation' (Full Bio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2025 78:25


    For this month's installment of Full Bio, we learn about the life of Senator Charles Sumner with Zaakir Tameez, author of the new biography, Charles Sumner: Conscience of a Nation. Sumner was a fierce abolitionist and statesman from Massachusetts who was a pivotal advisor to President Lincoln and an influential force during the Civil War. You can listen to all three parts of our series in full.Charles Sumner, Part 1: Sumner's upbringing in a diverse neighborhood in Boston, and how that experience led him to become an abolitionist.Charles Sumner, Part 2: Sumner's experiences as a statesman during the Civil War, the caning incident, and questions about his sexuality.Charles Sumner, Part 3: Sumner's relationship with the Lincolns, and life after the Civil War. 

    Fredrick Douglass Full Bio: "What To The Slave Is The 4th Of July?"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 96:36


    Today for the Fourth of July, we learn about the life of Frederick Douglass, the abolitionist born into slavery who famously asked, "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?"We present our Full Bio conversation with Yale historian David Blight, author of the Pulitzer Prize-winning biography, Frederick Douglass: Prophet of Freedom.Frederick Douglass, Part 1: Douglass's early life as an enslaved person and how he learned to readFrederick Douglass, Part 2: How Douglass escaped slavery and fled to the NorthFrederick Douglass, Part 3: How Douglass's views on slavery evolved in the 1830's and 1840'sFrederick Douglass, Part 4: Douglass's first wife, Anna, their five children (four of whom lived to adulthood), and his long and turbulent friendship with German feminist and abolitionist Otillie AssingFrederick Douglass, Part 5: His allegiance to the Republican Party, including his working relationship with Abraham Lincoln, and why Andrew Johnson was so dismissive of DouglassFrederick Douglass, Part 6: The reaction to Frederick Douglass's death in February of 1895 as well as why Douglass's second marriage to a woman named Helen Pitts became one of the biggest scandals in 19th century America

    Local Art Alert: Jesse Krimes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 11:03


    [REBROADCAST FROM May 5, 2025] Jesse Krimes was interested in art at an early age, but got caught up in the criminal justice system in his early 20's. He spent 6 years in prison, including some time in solitary confinement. Since his release, he has pursued his own art career, and worked to help incarcerated people use art as a tool for self-expression and rehabilitation. Now he has his own exhibition at The Met. His solo show is called "Corrections," and runs through July 13. He'll discuss his work and his Brooklyn-based organization, The Center for Art and Advocacy, which provides resources for formerly incarcerated artists. 

    Local Art Alert: Amy Sherald

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 29:01


    [REBROADCAST FROM April 9, 2025] New York-based artist Amy Sherald is best recognized for her famous portraits of First Lady Michelle Obama and Breonna Taylor. Today is the opening of “Amy Sherald: American Sublime,” the artist's first solo exhibition at a major New York museum. She discusses her practice, the stories of some of her most iconic portraits and the fifty paintings dating back to 2007 that comprise the exhibition, which is on view at the Whitney through August 10.

    Local Art Alert: Early Photography at The Met

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 18:06


    [REBROADCAST FROM April 16, 2025] A new exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art explores the earliest days of photography and the daguerreotype. Curator Jeff Rosenheim discusses the new exhibition "The New Art: American Photography, 1839–1910," on view at the Met through July 20. 

    Local Art Alert: Nanette Carter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 11:33


    [REBROADCAST FROM May 28, 2025] Artist Nanette Carter grew up in Montclair, the daughter of the city's first Black mayor, Matthew G. Carter. The Montclair Art Museum has organized a new homecoming solo exhibition of Carter's work, "Nanette Carter: A Question of Balance," on view through July 6. Carter discusses revisiting her art from throughout her career for this show, which is her first major museum survey. 

    Local Art Alert: Rashid Johnson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 23:32


    [REBROADCAST FROM April 18, 2025] Today is the opening of the Guggenheim's major survey of artist Rashid Johnson, who was born in Chicago in the late 1970s. "Rashid Johnson: A Poem for Deep Thinkers," displays almost 90 pieces, including paintings, films, sculptures, and a site-specific installation at the top of the museum's rotunda. Johnson discusses his practice alongside Naomi Beckwith, Guggenheim deputy director and chief curator.

    Local Art Alert: The Frick Has Reopened!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 8:31


    [REBROADCAST FROM April 14, 2025] Curator Aimee Ng discusses the reopening and renovations of the venerable Frick Collection, including what exhibits to check out. 

    What to Watch at the Movies (2025 Summer Preview)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 20:29


    As summer kicks off, a fresh wave of films is hitting screens big and small. Vulture film critic Alison Willmore joins us to break down her list of films to see in the next few weeks, from "Superman" to "The Naked Gun."

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