Podcasts about East Harlem

The All Local for Tuesday, Sept. 16.

East Harlem leaders want to repurpose a long-forgotten rail station to link the incoming Second Avenue subway to the neighborhood's Metro North stop. Meanwhile, the Trump administration has floated federal control of the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, and WNYC's Hannah Frishberg reports on how local officials and first responders are reacting. Plus, GrowNYC will host a free Fermentation Fest at the Union Square Greenmarket on Friday, with fermentation expert Sandor Katz and Norwich Meadows Farm co-owner Zaid Kurdieh joining us to preview the event.

My guest is journalist, author, gossip columnist Flo Anthony. "Florence "Flo" Anthony is a gossip columnist, syndicated radio host, TV contributor and author. She is an African-American reporter who writes for the gossip page of the Philadelphia Sun. [1] Anthony, a graduate of Howard University, resides in the East Harlem section of New York City.[2]'After working as a publicist for sports legends like Muhammad Ali, Butch Lewis, Michael Spinks, Larry Holmes, Mike McCallum and Matthew Saad Muhammad; Anthony wrote in the mid-1980s entertainment news.[citation needed]She became the first African-American reporter to work on the gossip column of the New York Post,[citation needed] as well as the first African-American to pen a column in The National Examiner.[citation needed] An expert on everyone from Michael Jackson and O. J. Simpson to Whitney Houston and Donald Trump, Anthony was a contributor on news magazine shows like Inside Edition, The Insider and Entertainment Tonight.[citation needed]In the 1990s, Anthony became a gossip girl on The Ricki Lake Show, The Rolonda Watts Show, The Joan Rivers Show, The Geraldo Show, The Sally Jessy Raphael Show, The Tempestt Bledsoe Show, The Gordon Elliott Show, Forgive or Forget, The Leeza Gibbons Show, The Danny Bonaduce Show, The Bertice Berry Show, The Mark Walberg Show, The Vicki Lawrence Show, and The Maury Povich Show. She was also a guest on Court TV, MSNBC, Fox News Channel, CNN and HLN; and The Dini Petty Show and The Camilla Scott Show"... WIKEPIDIAProduced, directed, edited and hosted by Stephen E Davis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Be sure and join us on our Youtube Channel. We will be talking all things FDNY RES1CUE. Our special guests will be past FDNY Rescue 1 members, Paul Hashagen, Hank Molle, and Joel Kanasky. Rescue Company 1 was organized on March 8, 1915 and services the New York City borough of Manhattan, below 116th Street in East Harlem and 125th Street in Morningside Heights and Harlem. Going to be a great show. We will get the whole skinny. You don't want to miss this one. Join us at the kitchen table on the BEST FIREFIGHTER PODCAST ON THE INTERNET! You can also Listen to our podcast ...we are on all the players #lovethisjob #GiveBackMoreThanYouTake #Oldschool #Tradition #fdny #therescueBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gettin-salty-experience-firefighter-podcast--4218265/support.

Small residential facilities where people can stay during mental health crises are expanding across New York, growing from eight in 2021 to 43 statewide. Meanwhile, prosecutors say 18-year-old Faisil McCants faces federal robbery and gun charges in an East Harlem shooting that killed 69-year-old bystander Robin Wright. The NYPD says he is also charged with murder and weapons offenses. Also, New York's LGBTQ+ film festival NewFest is offering free screenings to Arizonans after Phoenix's Desperado Film Festival was canceled under federal orders targeting diversity and inclusion programs. Plus, MTA data show major incidents delaying 50 or more trains peaked in June and July, marking the worst summer for subway service since 2018.

This is the All Local 5am update for September 4th, 2025

Welcome back to ARTMATTERS: The Podcast for Artists.Today I'm speaking with Erik Sommer, a New York-based painter who is also the founder of Mott Projects, a contemporary art project space.Sommer's work explores chance, beauty, and the attempt to control time through unconventional mark-making techniques. His practice incorporates industrial materials like concrete and drywall, reflecting his interest in urban decay and found textures.After 15 years in an East Harlem studio, Erik relocated to the Catskills where he founded Mott Projects, which has collaborated with David Zwirner's PLATFORM and galleries in Los Angeles and Germany. In today's episode we discuss Erik's transition from history major to self-taught painter, his philosophy of removing the artist's hand from the work, and how he balances studio practice with running a gallery all while working a full-time job. Erik and I also discuss artist-run project spaces vs. traditional galleries and his approach to supporting experimental artist projects and unconventional ideas.Before we get into it, I'd like to help get the word out and say that if you're in New York City next week, Mott Projects is presenting a very special group show on Tuesday, September 9th, titled "San Diego, Los Angeles, New York, Sincerely." The exhibition is happening on the Lower East Side, and will feature 19 fascinating artists.You can now support this podcast by clicking HERE where you can donate using PATREON or PayPal!If you're enjoying the podcast so far, please rate, review, subscribe and SHARE ON INSTAGRAM!  If you have an any questions you want answered, write in to artmatterspodcast@gmail.comUpcoming Exhibition Details: [SD, LA, NY, Sincerely]September 95-9pmC/O MI CASA STUDIOS 70 Hester Street NY, NY 10002Episode Details:host: Isaac Mannwww.isaacmann.cominsta: @isaac.mann guest: Erik Sommer www.eriksommer.art insta: @erik__sommerwww.mottprojects.com insta: @mott_projects

Show Notes:Welcome to Backstage Bay Area! In this episode, host Steve Roby sits down with Grammy Award-winning pianist, composer, and bandleader Arturo O'Farrill for a deep dive into the intersections of music, activism, and community.About the Guest:Arturo O'Farrill is a celebrated figure in the world of Afro-Latin jazz, founder of the nonprofit Lango, and a passionate advocate for social change through music. From his early days with the Carla Bley Band to his leadership of the Afro Latin Jazz Ensemble, Arturo's career is a testament to curiosity, integrity, and fearless creativity.In This Episode:Arturo reflects on his evolving approach to the piano and ensemble leadership, emphasizing relaxation, honesty, and the importance of humor in jazz.The Influence of Carla Bley: Lessons in Following Your Muse, Writing with Integrity, and the Power of Laughter in Music.Behind the new album “Mundoagua”: honoring Carla Bley's legacy while forging a distinct artistic voice and exploring the environmental and political themes woven into the music.The story and emotion behind “Blue Palestine” and how music can be a vehicle for social consciousness.Arturo's upcoming opera, “Lucero,” is inspired by real-life events, tackling hate crimes, and blending avant-garde textures with South American folk traditions.The vision for Casa Belongó in East Harlem is to create a vibrant, inclusive space for music, art, and community belonging.The role of Afro-Latin traditions in contemporary jazz, and why the arts truly belong to the people.What to expect at Arturo's upcoming show at the SF Jazz Center, and his philosophy on audience participation and the communal spirit of live performance.Key Moments:The transformative power of relaxing at the pianoCarla Bley's lessons on curiosity, integrity, and humorThe making of “Mundoagua” and its environmental messageThe opera “Lucero” and confronting social injustice through artBuilding Casa Belongó: a home for creativity and communityThe global roots and future of Afro-Latin jazzDon't Miss:Arturo O'Farrill and the Afro Latin Jazz Ensemble live at the SF Jazz Center's Minor Auditorium, Sunday, September 28th at 7:00 PM. For tickets and info, visit sfjazz.org.Learn more about Arturo's work at arturoofarrill.com.Subscribe to Backstage Bay Area for more conversations with the artists shaping the music scene.

We continue to tell the tales of sleepaway camp from the One Dove Trip to Camp Shibley on Long Island. In the headlines on #TheUpdate this Thursday, A 69-year-old grandmother who used a walker after a recent surgery was hit by a stray bullet in the face and killed during a lunchtime walk in East Harlem, according to cops and a friend. They're chugging at the “speed of Trump.” The long-promised Penn Station revamp will finally begin by the end of 2027 after President Trump took over the megaproject from the state, federal Department of Transportation officials pledged.And in Minneapolis, a shooter opened fire with a rifle through the windows of a Catholic church and struck children celebrating Mass during the first week of school, killing two and wounding 17 people in an act of violence the police chief called “absolutely incomprehensible.”

On The Dominic Carter Show, Dominic talks about the deadly Minneapolis Catholic school shooting that left two children dead as well as a deadly shooting in East Harlem that left a 69-year-old grandmother dead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the podcast, I'm joined by author Ron K. Fried for a deep dive into one of the most compelling figures in organized crime history: Frank Costello, the mob boss who rose to power during Prohibition and later became known as the “Prime Minister of the Underworld.” We discuss Ron's novel Frank Costello: A Novel—a carefully researched work of historical fiction that vividly brings Costello's complex character to life. Together, we explore the real-life events behind the book and how Ron approached writing about a man who straddled the worlds of organized crime and political power.We start with Costello's early years—his immigration from Sicily, his upbringing in East Harlem, and how he gravitated toward petty crime and gang life. In this environment, he met future legends like Charles “Lucky” Luciano, Meyer Lansky, Benjamin “Bugsy” Siegel, and Vito Genovese—key figures in the creation of a national crime syndicate.During Prohibition, Costello built his fortune and reputation through bootlegging, running extensive liquor operations, and leveraging alliances that would shape the mob's future. We discuss the bloody 1931 power shift following the assassinations of Joe Masseria and Salvatore Maranzano, which led to the formation of the Five Families. As Luciano's trusted associate, Costello rose in the ranks of what would become the Genovese Crime Family.We explore the mid-1930s transition period when Luciano was imprisoned and Genovese fled to Italy to avoid a murder charge. This opened the door for Costello to become acting boss, a position he would hold for nearly 20 years. During this time, he built a reputation as a refined, politically connected mobster who favored influence over brute force—garnering real sway in political and judicial circles.We delve into Costello's political entanglements, including the wiretap involving Judge Thomas Aurelio, in which Costello was caught influencing judicial appointments. We also examine his ties to New York Mayor William O'Dwyer and his suspected involvement in the mysterious death of Abe Reles, a Murder, Inc. informant who “fell” from a window while under police protection.One major focus is Costello's appearance at the 1951 Kefauver Committee hearings, a turning point in his career. His decision to only allow his hands to be filmed became a media sensation and diminished his power and mystique. The public scrutiny weakened his position and empowered rivals—most notably, Vito Genovese, who sought to reclaim the top spot in the family.We look at the 1957 assassination attempt on Costello, carried out by Vincent “The Chin” Gigante on Genovese's orders. Though Costello survived, he chose to step down. We also discuss the murder of Albert Anastasia later that year, and the theory that Costello may have had a hand in framing Genovese, leading to his 1959 conviction on narcotics charges.From there, we examine Costello's final years, during which he remained influential behind the scenes but largely retired from active leadership. We reflect on his complex legacy: a ruthless gangster who carefully curated an image of legitimacy and respectability. Ron shares how he explored that duality in his novel—bringing humanity to a man who lived in both the criminal underworld and the corridors of political power.We also discuss mob portrayals in film and television, and look ahead to the upcoming 2025 gangster film Alto Knights, a much-anticipated movie featuring dramatizations of several key historical figures we covered. Our conversation touches on why the Mafia continues to fascinate the public and how Frank Costello's story stands apart as one of strategy, survival, and power.

Ramsey Khalifeh, Gothamist and WNYC transportation reporter, talks about the latest on the MTA's plans to extend the Q to 125th Street.

Nearly all New York schools are ready to prohibit cell phones this year. Also, longtime New York State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli has a Democratic primary opponent. Plus, NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said the department was desperate for applicants six months ago. Last week, she swore in the largest class since 2016. And finally, we hear from New Yorkers in Manhattan's East Harlem neighborhood.

New York City is supporting a lawsuit that challenges how the federal government arrests noncitizens. WFUV's Brenda Plascencia has more. Even though the weather is nice, it's not a great week for going to the beach. Hurricane Erin is expected to bring dangerous coastal conditions to New York and New Jersey shores. Parts of Brooklyn and Queens have a high rip current risk in effect through Wednesday night. New York State has approved a nearly $2 billion contract to extend the Second Avenue Subway into East Harlem. WFUV's Andrew McDonald reports on what the Governor had to say. Host/Producer Lainey Nguyen Editor Tess Novotny Reporter Andrew McDonald Reporter Brenda Plascencia Theme Music Joe Bergsieker

Haakon Lenzi is a lifelong New Yorker. Haakon maintains an active studio practice out of his East Harlem studio, where he produces his signature “Lenziware” pottery. https://ThePottersCast.com/1157

Episode 176 of the Be More Today Show features Coach Tara Mardigan! Join our conversation as we discuss how to effectively add proteins to your diet as a runner, how to reduce your blood sugar spikes while training, and how to decide which energy supplements are best for you. Tara, also known as "ThePlateCoach", is a registered dietitian/nutritionist and co-author of Real Fit Kitchen, a cookbook for athletes. She works in private practice with everyone from couch potatoes to elite athletes. She is also the Wellness Coordinator at Odyssey House NYC where she helps people in recovery from drug and alcohol addiction establish healthful behaviors to rebuild their lives. Prior to moving to NYC in 2015, Tara worked for a decade as the Team Nutritionist for the Boston Red Sox. She is an avid runner and founded the BedStuy Flyers Running Club in Bedford Stuyvesant, Brooklyn. She usually navigates NYC via CitiBike and is a member of El Barrio Bikes in East Harlem where she leads community group bike rides. If she's not in NYC, she's likely in the Adirondack Mountains.To reach Tara for a personal session visit: https://theplatecoachllc.practicebetter.io/#/5f19e87a2a90291364930fbf/bookings?s=5f39e1dd2a9c240f0862a792&step=dateFor all other questions visit www.bemoretoday.com or email Dr, Sean at info@bemoretoday.com.

TALK TO ME, TEXT ITExhaustion hits differently when it comes from the relentless barrage of disturbing news stories bombarding us daily. That familiar feeling of wanting to "turn everything off and stay in my own little world" battles against the civic duty to remain informed—a tension many of us struggle with in today's hyperconnected society.Today's journey through recent headlines exemplifies why so many feel this emotional fatigue. We delve into truly disturbing stories that challenge our faith in humanity: from the Arkansas doctor who lost his medical license after being caught on surveillance footage parading naked through his office and performing inappropriate acts in front of employees, to the concerning state of East Harlem streets surrounding "safe injection sites" where public drug use and shocking behavior have become normalized. These stories represent the darker elements of modern America that leave many questioning the direction of our society.Yet amid the darkness, we find a ray of hope through the remarkable story of four ordinary mothers who solved a brutal cold case that had stumped professional investigators for 15 years. Their journey, documented in "The Carpool Detectives," showcases how these women leveraged their unique interpersonal skills to gain trust and uncover crucial information that broke the case wide open. It's a powerful reminder that everyday people can make extraordinary differences when they channel their energy toward meaningful pursuits. As we reflect on our evolving relationship with media consumption and our earliest experiences with social platforms, we're left wondering: what was your first social media encounter? Share your digital origin story and join the conversation about navigating this complex information landscape while preserving our wellbeing.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREE Thanks for listening! Liberty Line each week on Sunday, look for topics on my X file @americanistblog and submit your 1-3 audio opinions to anamericanistblog@gmail.com and you'll be featured on the podcast. Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREESupport the showTip Jar for coffee $ - Thanks Music by Alehandro Vodnik from Pixabay Blog - AnAmericanist.comX - @americanistblog

The long-promised Second Avenue Subway extension is finally making its way into East Harlem, bringing the promise of long-overdue transit access. But for some, that progress comes at a cost. The MTA is using eminent domain to acquire at least 19 properties, mostly residential, to make way for a future station at East 116th Street. WNYC's Ramsey Khalifeh meets the Diego family, who have just 90 days to leave the apartment they've lived in for decades.

[REBROADCAST FROM Jan. 31, 2025] Author Richard Price discusses his new novel, Lazarus Man, which tells the story of a group of people whose lives are affected by the collapse of a tenement building in East Harlem. The novel was our January Get Lit with All Of It book club selection. We air highlights from the sold-out live event.

WELCOME TO CITADEL CHURCH ONLINE!We're so glad you're here! Whether you're part of the Citadel family or exploring faith, we believe this message will encourage and challenge you.This week, we had the joy of welcoming James Lusk, lead pastor of City Beautiful Church in East Harlem, to bring a powerful stand-alone message about the Kingdom of God.Jesus doesn't just talk about the Kingdom—He invites us into it.An invitation to belong. To participate. And to ask boldly.God, give us INTIMACY.→ “Seek Me earnestly.” (John 15)God, give us IMPACT.→ “Believe Me fully.” (Mark 4: The Sower)God, give us INCREASE.→ “Share Me boldly.” (Mark 4: Mustard Seed)This message will stir your faith, challenge your assumptions, and remind you of what's possible when we say yes to the invitation of Jesus.Whether you're part of the Citadel family or listening in from afar, we're so glad you're here. Let this message shape how you live, love, and walk in the Kingdom.Each week, we gather to worship Jesus, open Scripture, and lean into what God is saying to us as a church. Whether you're part of the Citadel family or just checking things out, we're so glad you're here. These messages are designed to help you follow Jesus in everyday life and be part of something bigger—His Kingdom.So grab a coffee, lean in, and let's grow together.FIND OUT MORE ABOUT US:Website: ⁠www.citadelnyc.church⁠Instagram: ⁠@citadelnyc_church

The Crisis Killing Service Organizations - And How to Save Them Rotary clubs, Lions International, Chambers of Commerce, and countless other service organizations are dying. Membership is aging out, younger generations aren't joining, and traditional models that worked for decades are failing spectacularly. In this eye-opening episode of Rooted in Revenue, host Susan Finch and guest Miguel de Jesus tackle this crisis head-on. Miguel, a seasoned executive who went from East Harlem public housing to building $2B in revenue at Paychex, brings decades of organizational leadership experience. Susan, running a nonprofit in Oregon while watching service organizations struggle, offers frontline perspective on what's not working. Together, they dissect why Monday noon meetings don't attract busy professionals anymore, how ego-driven leadership kills organizations just like it kills companies, and why value propositions matter more than tradition. But this isn't just about problems - it's about solutions. Discover how to reach students before they graduate, why "actionists beat activists" with younger generations, and how organizations can adapt their models without losing their mission. Whether you're leading a Rotary club, Chamber of Commerce, or any community organization, this conversation offers a roadmap for survival and growth. The future of community service depends on leaders willing to evolve. Are you ready to adapt?   6 Key Points Traditional Models Failing - Monday noon meetings and old networking styles are driving away modern professionals and younger generations Value Proposition Crisis - Service organizations can't answer "what's in it for me?" beyond giving opportunities that don't resonate with everyone Student Engagement Opportunity - Reaching college and high school students creates future members but requires new approaches and connections Actionists Over Activists - Younger generations want hands-on, tangible impact projects rather than traditional meeting-heavy service models Leadership Adaptation Required - Organizations need strategic thinking, not just tactical fixes, to survive the membership crisis Community Connection Missing - Modern mobility and lack of traditional community structures require intentional relationship-building approaches   Miguel de Jesús: Miguel de Jesús transformed from growing up in East Harlem public housing to becoming a powerhouse business executive. His strong family foundation and early discipline through music and sports provided the launching pad for extraordinary career success. After attending Long Island University and Columbia's MBA program, Miguel joined Xerox and rapidly advanced through executive roles. At Paychex, he helped grow the company from $40 million to over $2 billion in revenue while leading 1,500+ team members. Today, Miguel is a sought-after business coach, keynote speaker, and trainer specializing in emotional intelligence and AI-influenced business practices. He serves military special operations personnel transitioning to civilian careers through the Honor Foundation and recently completed five years as Director of Business Development at Cal State University San Marcos. His core values—compassion, competence, achievement, and helping others—drive everything he does as he teaches leaders how to lead with both humility and results.

More than a century after its plans for the Second Avenue Subway began, the MTA is set to launch the next phase of the project which would bring new stations to East Harlem. WNYC's Ramsey Khalifeh unpacks how this long-promised investment could transform the neighborhood and what residents fear it might cost them.

Friends of the Rosary,Today is the Memorial of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, the feast day of the Carmelite Order and the Feast of the Scapular.We celebrate worldwide the devotion to Our Lady of Mount Carmel and her Brown Scapular.This feast was instituted in 1332 and extended to the whole Church by Benedict XIII in 1726.In the twelfth century, a group of hermits living on Mount Carmel was organized into the Carmelite order devoted to the contemplative life under the patronage of Mary, the holy Mother of God.The Carmelites were still under constant harassment, and the sixth General of the Order, St. Simon Stock, pleaded with the Blessed Virgin for some special sign of her protection. On July 16, 1251, she designated the scapular as the special mark of her maternal love.Today, the scapular is a distinctive feature of the Carmelites, and lay persons also wear this sacramental object, enjoy the graces associated with it, and do so as a sign of their devotion to Our Lady.The Brown Scapular object is an expression of our belief that we will meet God in eternal life, aided by the intercession and prayer of Mary.Today, in New York City's East Harlem, is one of the oldest festivals in America dedicated to Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Additionally, Williamsburg in Brooklyn, NY, hosts the annual Festival of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel and St. Paulinus of Nola (Festa Del Giglio).Ave Maria!Jesus, I Trust In You!Come, Holy Spirit, come!To Jesus through Mary!Here I am, Lord; I come to do your will.Please give us the grace to respond with joy!+ Mikel Amigot w/ María Blanca | RosaryNetwork.com, New YorkEnhance your faith with the new Holy Rosary University app:Apple iOS | New! Android Google Play• ⁠July 16, 2025, Today's Rosary on YouTube | Daily broadcast at 7:30 pm ET

3 people shot in East Harlem.... Court blocks the firing of 30 officers that the NYPD says were illegally hired... Actor Gary Sinise plays a free concert in Breezy Point... Long Island's accent is voted most appealing full 518 Fri, 11 Jul 2025 09:43:52 +0000 rFNtKdAXiDNSOreQtfBYzWibMV4uU0OF news 1010 WINS ALL LOCAL news 3 people shot in East Harlem.... Court blocks the firing of 30 officers that the NYPD says were illegally hired... Actor Gary Sinise plays a free concert in Breezy Point... Long Island's accent is voted most appealing The podcast is hyper-focused on local news, issues and events in the New York City area. This podcast's purpose is to give New Yorkers New York news about their neighborhoods and shine a light on the issues happening in their backyard. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc.

Multidisciplinary artist, researcher, and educator Joseph Cochran II returns for his second appearance on The Truth In This Art. Born and raised in East Harlem, Joseph's practice spans photography, video, and archival work, focusing on the systems that define industrialized societies and the emotional toll of late capitalism.In this conversation, Joseph opens up about the years he spent living and working in China, rebuilding from personal loss, and how maintaining his identity shaped the way he navigates spaces abroad and at home. He reflects on the tension between financial survival and creative ethics, why he refuses to distance himself from the communities he comes from, and the emotional weight behind many of his images.This is a raw, thoughtful, and often funny dialogue about legacy, creative freedom, and what it means to stay grounded while moving through a world that often demands compromise.Highlights include:Learning to live without depending on art to make a living—and why that helped his practiceWhy staying connected to the streets isn't just about authenticity, but accountabilityThe power of memory in his photographs—and why he remembers every shotThoughts on working in Shanghai, Brussels, and the Balkans while staying rooted in NYCUpcoming exhibition Public Work opening July 10 in New York

While gun violence has risen in public housing across much of New York City this year, East Harlem is bucking the trend. Shootings in the neighborhood's NYCHA complexes have dropped 30% since 2023, compared to just 7% citywide. WNYC's Brittany Kriegstein reports on the coalition of police, nonprofits, and community members working together to keep violence down, and why that progress remains fragile.

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30 years of combination experience, 3rd generation Firefighter. A Lieutenant with the FDNY on a truck company in East Harlem & creator of Top Floor Tactics podcast. Mickey's indoctrination into the fire service was during a time America as a whole were more united than ever. When you hear Mickey speak there's no denying the love he has for the profession. Fireman can sense BS a mile away. When one finds their true calling, they discover a sense of purpose and direction in life, often associated with a deep passion or talent they feel drawn to. It's a vocation that provides meaning and fulfills their inner sense of identity. This realization can be a profound and transformative experience. And Mickey Farrell exemplifies just that. IG: topfloortactics

In this episode of Half Hour with Jeff & Richie, we dive into the Broadway musical Just In Time at Circle in the Square. We break down how the show reimagines the biopic musical, focusing on Bobby Darin's rise from East Harlem to stardom, and explore what makes this production stand out on Broadway right now. We talk about Jonathan Groff's dynamic, Tony-worthy performance as Darin, Gracie Lawrence's scene-stealing turn as Connie Francis, and how the immersive nightclub design puts you right in the middle of the action. Plus, we get into the show's fresh approach to storytelling, the emotional punch of the music, and our predictions for the Tony Awards. Tune in for our honest take on the performances, the creative team's choices, and why Just In Time is a must-see for theater fans. Follow and connect with all things @HalfHourPodcast on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠. Share your thoughts with us on ⁠⁠Just In Time on our podcast cover post on Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

East Harlem-born Puerto Rican poet Willie Perdomo, the former State Poet of New York, is curating poets.org's National Poetry Month series, consisting of one newly published poem per day from a contemporary poet. Perdomo will discuss the series, and the purpose of National Poetry Month. Plus, listeners share their favorite works of poetry, particularly works they lean on through uncertain times.