Podcasts about WFUV

WFUV's Jay Doherty speaks with Fordham's Father Ugo Nacciarone about his life teaching in Nigeria, Ghana, and Zambia. An indie music venue in Brooklyn is closing its doors after a decade in business. WFUV's Livia Regina takes us there. Budget cuts are threatening public radio across the country. WFUV's Adithi Vimalanathan tells us about how one station is managing. The What's What Weekend brings you stories and interviews exclusive from the WFUV newsroom. New episodes air every Saturday. News Host and Producer: Adithi Vimalanathan and Alexandra Pfau Editor: Tess Novotny Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

New York City elected officials are trying to unmask ICE Agents. Comptroller Brad Lander, Assemblymember Tony Simone and Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine have proposed the MELT Act. It stands for Mandating End to Lawless Tactics and would ban ICE agents from wearing face coverings. The Corporation for Public Broadcasting funds local and national public media stations across the country. WFUV's Adithi Vimalanathan offers us a look at how a new bill could cut $1.1 billion in funding for rural stations. A Brooklyn music venue will be shutting its doors soon. But Bushwick's Our Wicked Lady is going out with a bang. WFUV's Livia Regina reports on the venue's final weeks. Bon Iver and Kim Deal spoke to WFUV about their latest projects. Plus, Paul McCartney is going on tour. WFUV's Brenda Plascencia reports. News Host and Producer: Alexandra Pfau Editor: Tess Novotny Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer called for an investigation into how federal cuts to the National Weather Service may have played into the preparedness and response to the Texas Flooding. The devastating flood happened last week in Central Texas, and has killed more than 100 people with authorities still searching for missing people. Travelers at U.S. airports are no longer required to remove their shoes at security checkpoints. The change came yesterday with an announcement from Homeland Security Secretary Kristy Noem. A park in Queens reopened after a two-year renovation. WFUV's Alexandra Pfau tells us about the ribbon cutting for Rainey Park. WFUV's Jay Doherty sat down with Father Ugo Nacciarone to reflect on his decades as a Jesuit priest in Africa and the life lessons he carried with him. News Host and Producer: Lainey Nguyen Editor: Lainey Nguyen Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

Some of our notable features from the week of June 30 through July 2, 2025: This summer Harlem is reclaiming a beloved space — and making a splash in the process. The long-awaited Gottesman Pool has officially reopened as part of the newly transformed Davis Center at the north end of Central Park. WFUV's Joseph Vizza takes us there. Two new public art pieces were revealed on Fordham Road this week. WFUV's Livia Regina takes us to the unveiling. One Fordham University chemistry professor is helping reimagine how artificial intelligence could shape the future of scientific discovery. WFUV's Jay Doherty speaks with Dr. Joshua Schrier to learn more about his fascinating new research. News Host and Producer: Lainey Nguyen Editor: Tess Novotny Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

            In Episode 437 of Things We Said Today Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn and Darren DeVivo each choose their 20 favorites from the music Paul McCartney has released so far in the 21st century. (The discussion begins after the news segment, at 18'55'.)             In his news segment, Ken mentioned a tribute to Brian Wilson and the Beach Boys on July 3. Here is the link for more information: https://alerttheglobe.com/content/6859bcad149a96e07e5cf264             As always, we welcome your thoughts about this episode of the show or any other episode. We invite you to send your comments about this or any of our other shows to our email address thingswesaidtodayradioshow@gmail.com, join our "Things We Said Today Video Podcast" Facebook page and comment there, tweet us at @thingswesaidfab or catch us each on Facebook and give us your thoughts. And we thank you very much for listening. You can hear and download our show on Podbean, the Podbean app and iTunes and stream us through the Tune In Radio app and from our very own YouTube page.  Our shows appear every two weeks. Please be sure and write a (good, ideally!) review of our show on our iTunes page. If you subscribe to any of our program providers, you'll get the first word as soon as a new show is available. We don't want you to miss us. Our download numbers have been continually rising, as more people discover us and it's all because of you. So we thank you very much for your support!             Be sure to check out the video version of Things We Said Today on our YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-zgHaPfL6BGmOX5NoyFE-A. The audio version can be found at Podbean: https://beatlesexaminer.podbean.com/ as well as at iHeart Radio, Apple podcasts and other distributors of fine podcasts.             MANY MANY WAYS TO CONTACT US:             Our email address: thingswesaidtodayradioshow@gmail.com             BlueSky: @thingswesaidtoday             Twitter @thingswesaidfab             Facebook: Things We Said Today video podcast       ALLAN on Facebook: Allan Kozinn or Allan Kozinn Remixed. Allan's Twitter/X feed: @kozinn Bluesky: @allankozinn.bsky.social Threads: allan_kozinn The McCartney Legacy's website: mccartneylegacy.co.uk/ The McCartney Legacy on Facebook: McCartney Legacy, on Twitter/X: @McCARTNEYLEGACY and on Bluesky: @mccartneylegacy.bsky.social The McCartney Legacy YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8zaPoY45IxDZKRMf2Z6VyA             KEN's YouTube Channel, Ken Michaels Radio: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq_Dkp6fkIsYwGq_vCwltyg             Ken's Website Beatles Trivia Page: https://www.kenmichaelsradio.com/beatles-trivia--games.html Ken's other podcast, Talk  More Talk: A Solo-Beatles Videocast You Tube channel:  https://www.youtube.com/@talkmoretalksolobeatles             Ken's Weekly Beatles radio show "Every Little Thing" On Demand:  http://wfdu.fm/Listen/hd1%20recent%20archives/             Ken's e-mail:  everylittlething@att.net Ken's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ken.michaels.31/ DARREN's radio show can be heard 10pm to 2am Monday through Thursday and 1pm to 4pm Saturday on WFUV 90.7 FM, or at wfuv.org, or on the WFUV app.             Darren on Facebook: Darren DeVivo, and Darren DeVivo: WFUV DJ and Beatles Podcaster Darren's email: darrendevivo@wfuv.org  

On Monday, the Rent Guidelines Board announced two increases. One year leases will go up by 3% and two year leases will go up by 4.5%. Experts say that renters and landlords alike will face struggles this year because of inflation. WFUV's Adithi Vimalanathan reports. New York City public schools are getting more than two million dollars to support Asian American and Pacific Islander curriculum. WFUV's Brenda Plascencia reports. City Council Member and Co-chair of the Council's Progressive Caucus, Shahana Hanif, is thinking about what Mamdani's win means for the City Council, and what the city can do to combat rising Islamophobia. WFUV's Andrew McDonald reports. News Host and Producer: Lainey Nguyen Editor: Tess Novotny Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

Zohran Mamdani has been declared the winner of the NYC Democratic mayoral primary. Ranked choice votes were counted today and showed that, all in all, Mamdani beat former governor Andrew Cuomo by twelve percentage points. WFUV's Adithi Vimalanathan reports. The Senate has passed President Trump's “Big Beautiful Bill” with a tie breaking vote from Vice President JD Vance. The bill includes tax breaks. It also has spending cuts to programs like Medicaid and SNAP benefits. Two new public art pieces were revealed on Fordham Road this week. WFUV's Livia Regina takes us to the unveiling. One Fordham University chemistry professor is helping reimagine how artificial intelligence could shape the future of scientific discovery. WFUV's Jay Doherty speaks with Dr. Joshua Schrier to learn more about his fascinating new research. News Host and Producer: Lainey Nguyen Editor: Tess Novotny Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

Two teen girls were shot last night in Lower Manhattan, as Pride Month celebrations came to a close. It happened near the historic Stonewall Inn, a site central to LGBTQ+ history. Governor Kathy Hochul condemned the shooting during a gun safety announcement today. WFUV's Livia Regina reports. The Senate is racing to finalize President Trump's “Big Beautiful Bill” with long nights, political wrangling, and dozens of amendment votes underway. They are meeting today for what's called a vote-a-rama. WFUV's Andrew McDonald explains what's in this major policy package and why it's sparking controversy on Capitol Hill. The city is giving out 100,000 free tickets for the Macy's Fourth of July fireworks show. Tickets go live Tuesday morning at 8:30 am and are given on a first come first serve basis. This summer Harlem is reclaiming a beloved space — and making a splash in the process. The long-awaited Gottesman Pool has officially reopened as part of the newly transformed Davis Center at the north end of Central Park. WFUV's Joseph Vizza takes us there. News Host and Producer: Brenda Plascencia Editor: Lainey Nguyen Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

WFUV's Jay Doherty spoke with Fordham Professor Dr. Mark Naison of Fordham's African and African American Studies Department. The High Line's Pigeon Fest was last week and featured a Pigeon Impersonation Pageant. WFUV's Livia Regina takes us to the competition. The Bronx Historical Society's newest exhibit is a showcase of metal, punk, and rock music in the Bronx. WFUV's Alexandra Pfau reports. News Host and Producer: Alexandra Pfau Editor: Tess Novotny Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

Incumbent NYC Mayor Eric Adams is kicking off his reelection campaign. He is running as an independent candidate after declining to join the democratic primary. Public Advocate Jumaane Williams introduced new City Council legislation to support trans and gender non-conforming people. WFUV's Adithi Vimalanathan reports. WFUV's Brenda Plascencia shares some of Lucy Dacus' FUV Live Session. Plus, details on TV on The Radio's music festival and Queens of the Stone Age North American tour. NYC's big annual pride parade is around the corner. WFUV's Livia Regina speaks with the organizers to learn more. The Bronx Historical Society's newest exhibit is a showcase of underground metal, punk, and rock bands that got their start in the borough. News Host and Producer: Alexandra Pfau Editor: Tess Novotny Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

A definitive primary was unexpected. But last night, former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo conceded the democratic primary race, seemingly handing the nomination over to Queens assemblyman Zohran Mamdani. Because Mamdani did not breach 50 points of first-choice votes, the race is still ongoing. The New York Board of Elections will declare an official winner using the ranked choice system, next week on July 1st. WFUV's Colby McCaskill, Alexandra Pfau and Livia Regina recap the night and their experience watching the tight race live. News Host and Producer: Brenda Plascencia and Colby McCaskill Editor: Tess Novotny Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

An extreme heat warning is in effect until tomorrow night. The National Weather Service warns that the heat could be dangerous, especially for older adults and those without air-conditioning. Iran launched a missile attack on a U.S. base in Qatar today. As of the weekend, Mayor Adams said there is no explicit threat facing the city. However, New York is taking precautions in response to activity in the Middle East. NASA astronauts on board the International Space Station joined a video stream with students from P.S. 71 in Queens to answer questions about life and work on their orbital outpost. WFUV's Joseph Vizza has the story. This year's race for the next mayor of New York City has been riddled with contentious debates, insults, accusations, and even the recent arrest of the current comptroller. In preparation for election day, WFUV's Andrew McDonald spoke with every candidate that accepted our requests for an interview. The interviews included Whitney Tilson, Michael Blake, Brad Lander, Jim Walden and Zohran Mamdani. News Host and Producer: Brenda Plascencia Editor: Lainey Nguyen Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

Strike a Chord is WFUV's public service campaign which highlights non profit organizations in the tri-state area. This season we focus on programs that help people gain access to fitness and wellness. WFUV's Lainey Nguyen speaks with local non profit The Center for Wellbeing and Happiness The MTA is teaming up with Grand Central Terminal to host a variety of summer events. WFUV's Joseph Vizza reports. Brooklyn and the Bronx are celebrating Pride month. Last weekend, Brooklyn had a 5k. This weekend is the Bronx's Pride festival. WFUV's Lainey Nguyen tells us about the events. What's What explores current events, culture, news and hot topic issues surrounding the New York metropolitan area. The weekend show includes stories and interviews exclusively from WFUV. News Host and Producer: Alexandra Pfau Editor: Tess Novotny Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

New York City Comptroller Brad Lander was released hours after being arrested by federal agents at an immigration court yesterday. Governor Kathy Hochul condemned the arrest. The Department of Homeland Securities said he was arrested for assaulting law enforcement and impeding a federal officer, but Lander denied this. The mayoral candidate had linked arms with a migrant that authorities were trying to detain which resulted in agents arresting him. New York's Top Pigeon has been crowned! The High Line's Pigeon Fest was on Saturday and featured a Pigeon Impersonation Pageant. WFUV's Livia Regina takes us to the competition. Pride month is underway in New York City and each borough has its own way of celebrating. WFUV's Lainey Nguyen met with Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson to hear about how the borough is recognizing the LGBTQ+ movement. Few people have been part of the Fordham community for more than half a century—and one of them is Dr. Mark Naison. He's a professor of history and African American studies, a Bronx resident, a former activist, and, yes, a former college athlete. WFUV's Jay Doherty spoke with him to learn more about his fascinating life. News Host and Producer: Lainey Nguyen Editor: Tess Novotny Theme Music :Joe Bergsieker

New York City Comptroller and mayoral candidate Brad Lander was detained by federal agents this afternoon. He had spent the morning observing immigration hearings and was there to accompany immigrants out of the building. More affordable housing is coming to Coney Island. Mayor Adams just announced plans to deliver over 720 affordable homes to New Yorkers. A new $45 million cold-storage food facility opened in the Bronx. NY Gov. Kathy Hochul touted the project today in a press conference. WFUV's Brenda Plascencia reports. New York City Pride month is underway. From festivals to museum exhibits, there are so many ways to celebrate. In Brooklyn, there was a 5k race. WFUV's Lainey Nguyen reports. What's What explores current events, culture, news and hot topic issues surrounding the New York metropolitan area. The weekday show includes features, interviews and music news exclusively from WFUV. New episodes air every weekday after 4pm. News Host and Producer: Alexandra Pfau Editor: Tess Novotny Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

The manhunt for the man accused of killing Minnesota State Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband is over. He now faces six federal charges. New York City is expanding the NYPD's Quality of Life Division. It's a team focused on fixing everyday problems like illegal e-bikes, abandoned vehicles, and street noise. New York's Mobile ID turns one year old. Over 200-thousand people now use the digital ID on their phones to get through airport security and verify their age at bars. The MTA is planning a grand summer for New York. As they prepare for the summer rush, they announced a partnership with Grand Central Terminal to host a variety of summer events celebrating the iconic station. WFUV's Joseph Vizza reports. The Center for Wellbeing and Happiness is a space on the Lower East Side that prioritizes the holistic needs of the community. WFUV's Lainey Nguyen meets with the non-profit Senior Program Manager, Kiera Del Vecchio, to highlight the organization. What's What explores current events, culture, news and hot topic issues surrounding the New York metropolitan area. The weekday show includes features, interviews and music news exclusively from WFUV. New episodes air every weekday after 4pm. News Host and Producer: Andrew McDonald Editor: Robin Shannon Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

Governor Kathy Hochul appeared before the United States House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. She was questioned by House Representatives on New York's status as a sanctuary city, which is a topic of concern for many republican lawmakers. WFUV's Alexandra Pfau reports. 21 state Attorneys General have signed onto an amicus brief decrying the deployment of the National Guard in L.A. against the wishes of Governor Gavin Newsom. WFUV's Adithi Vimalanathan reports. The Trump administration is planning to cut $1-billion dollars in federal funding for programs that provide mental health services in schools, including $71 million to New York. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is demanding that money be restored. WFUV's Livia Regina reports. Music news: What's What Music host Brenda Plascencia shares some of Counting Crows' recent FUV Live session. Also, coverage of tributes to Sly Stone and Sharon Van Etten & the Attachment Theory's new tour. What's What explores current events, culture, news and hot topic issues surrounding the New York metropolitan area. The weekday show includes features, interviews and music news exclusively from WFUV. New episodes air every weekday after 4 pm. News Host and Producer: Andrew McDonald Editor: Tess Novotny Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

The FARE Act takes effect today. WFUV's Alexandra Pfau reports on how it will affect New Yorkers, whether they are tenants or landlords. New York City Council members rallied outside City Hall today to denounce recent ICE raids and Trump's travel ban. New Yorkers also protested the ICE raids last night in lower Manhattan. More demonstrations are planned this Saturday across the country to coincide with President Trump's military parade. WFUVs Andrew McDonald takes us to the scene. Last night was the 47th annual Museum Mile Festival, celebrating the art institutions on Manhattan's Upper East Side. WFUV's Livia Regina takes us to the festival. What's What explores current events, culture, news and hot topic issues surrounding the New York metropolitan area. The weekday show includes features, interviews and music news exclusively from WFUV. New episodes air every weekday after 4pm. News Host and Producer: Lainey Nguyen Editor: Tess Novotny Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

            In Episode 436 of Things We Said Today Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn and Darren DeVivo celebrate the 50th anniversary, this year, of Wings' “Venus & Mars,” by walking through some of the research on the context and the sessions that Adrian Sinclair and Allan assembled when they were working on “The McCartney Legacy Vol. 2 1974-1980.” (The discussion begins after the news segment, at 15'.) As always, we welcome your thoughts about this episode of the show or any other episode. We invite you to send your comments about this or any of our other shows to our email address thingswesaidtodayradioshow@gmail.com, join our "Things We Said Today Beatles Fans" Facebook page and comment there, tweet us at @thingswesaidfab or catch us each on Facebook and give us your thoughts. And we thank you very much for listening. You can hear and download our show on Podbean, the Podbean app and iTunes and stream us through the Tune In Radio app and from our very own YouTube page.  Our shows appear every two weeks. Please be sure and write a (good, ideally!) review of our show on our iTunes page. If you subscribe to any of our program providers, you'll get the first word as soon as a new show is available. We don't want you to miss us. Our download numbers have been continually rising, as more people discover us and it's all because of you. So we thank you very much for your support!             Be sure to check out the video version of Things We Said Today on our YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-zgHaPfL6BGmOX5NoyFE-A. The audio version can be found at Podbean: https://beatlesexaminer.podbean.com/ as well as at iHeart Radio, Apple podcasts and other distributors of fine podcasts.             MANY MANY WAYS TO CONTACT US:             Our email address: thingswesaidtodayradioshow@gmail.com             BlueSky: @thingswesaidtoday             Twitter @thingswesaidfab             Facebook: Things We Said Today video podcast       ALLAN on Facebook: Allan Kozinn or Allan Kozinn Remixed. Allan's Twitter/X feed: @kozinn Bluesky: @allankozinn.bsky.social Threads: allan_kozinn The McCartney Legacy's website: mccartneylegacy.co.uk/ The McCartney Legacy on Facebook: McCartney Legacy, on Twitter/X: @McCARTNEYLEGACY and on Bluesky: @mccartneylegacy.bsky.social The McCartney Legacy YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8zaPoY45IxDZKRMf2Z6VyA             KEN's YouTube Channel, Ken Michaels Radio: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq_Dkp6fkIsYwGq_vCwltyg             Ken's Website Beatles Trivia Page: https://www.kenmichaelsradio.com/beatles-trivia--games.html Ken's other podcast, Talk  More Talk: A Solo-Beatles Videocast You Tube channel:  https://www.youtube.com/@talkmoretalksolobeatles             Ken's Weekly Beatles radio show "Every Little Thing" On Demand:  http://wfdu.fm/Listen/hd1%20recent%20archives/             Ken's e-mail:  everylittlething@att.net Ken's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ken.michaels.31/ DARREN's radio show can be heard 10pm to 2am Monday through Thursday and 1pm to 4pm Saturday on WFUV 90.7 FM (or 90.7 FM HD2), or at wfuv.org, or on the WFUV app.             Darren on Facebook: Darren DeVivo, and Darren DeVivo: WFUV DJ and Beatles Podcaster Darren's email: darrendevivo@wfmu.org

The New Jersey governor primary is today. And with the state's current governor Phil Murphy term-limited, the race is heated. Brenda Plascencia reports. Connecticut's Attorney General denounced the use of the National Guard and Marines against protesters in Los Angeles today. President Trump has deployed troops against the wishes of California's governor Gavin Newsom. Adithi Vimalanathan reports. It's a big day for museum lovers: museum mile begins tonight! Museums on 5th Avenue will be free to the public until 9 pm. Adithi Vimalanathan reports. Last week, Bryant Park held their massive, annual game of musical chairs. Over 900 people showed up to play. Lainey Nguyen takes us there. What's What explores current events, culture, news and hot topic issues surrounding the New York metropolitan area. The weekday show includes features, interviews and music news exclusively from WFUV. New episodes air every weekday after 4pm. News Host and Producer: Alexandra Pfau Editor: Robin Shannon Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

California's Governor and Attorney General are suing the Trump administration for sending hundreds of National Guard members to Los Angeles over the weekend. Mayor Adams announced plans to remove an old jail barge in the Bronx. He has big plans for the future of the site. WFUV's Livia Regina reports. There's a new Milky Way exhibit at the American Museum of Natural history — narrated by Pedro Pascal! WFUV's Alexandra Pfau reports. Today we're highlighting The Kota Alliance for our public service Strike A Chord campaign. Their mission is to support women, girls, and gender non-conforming New Yorkers through advocacy, health and wellness. WFUV's Avery Loftis reports. What's What explores current events, culture, news and hot topic issues surrounding the New York metropolitan area. The weekday show includes features, interviews and music news exclusively from WFUV. New episodes air every weekday after 4pm. News Host and Producer: Brenda Plascencia Editor: Robin Shannon Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

It's been six months since devastating wildfires swept through Southern California and destroyed thousands of businesses and homes. This original radio documentary by WFUV's Jay Doherty tells the story of resilience and recovery after the fires began this past January. Jay produced this story as it played out in real time. You can listen to the full documentary here, or on our website: wfuv.org/news.

Take a listen back to our favorite features from this week on What's What. The Public Theater's Mobile Unit is bringing performances of Much Ado About Nothing around the city. Adithi Vimalanathan reports. A new mural in Hell's Kitchen Park is bringing more color and actually cleaning the air on the block. Joseph Vizza reports. June is New York Music Month. It includes free concerts from emerging artists, expert-led industry panels, and rehearsal space for local musicians. Brenda Plascencia reports. The New York Philharmonic held free concerts throughout New York City in public parks this week. Livia Regina reports. Editor's Note: Gustavo Dudamel will be the music director of the New York Philharmonic next year, but he will not be the youngest person to hold the position. Newark Yoga Movement helps students access fitness classes in New Jersey. Lainey Nguyen reports for WFUV's “Strike A Chord” public service campaign. What's What explores current events, culture, news and hot topic issues surrounding the New York metropolitan area. The weekday show includes features, interviews and music news exclusively from WFUV. New episodes air every weekday after 4pm. News Host and Producer: Adithi Vimalanathan Editor: Robin Shannon Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

A music school in Connecticut has lost their federal funding. Connecticut Congressman Jim Himes visited the music school Intempo to offer his support. Alexandra Pfau reports. The New York Transit Museum and MTA are inviting New Yorkers to hop on vintage trains. This weekend, you can get a ticket to ride on the “Parade of Trains” between the Brighton Beach and Kings Highway stations in Brooklyn. Livia Regina reports. A crowded field of Democratic mayoral hopefuls took the stage last night in the first televised debate of New York City's 2025 primary season. But despite the attacks, the frontrunner, Andrew Cuomo, may have kept his lead. Andrew McDonald reports. What's What music host Brenda Plascencia shares some of The Head and The Heart's FUV Live Session. Plus, details on Saint Etienne's last album, Big Thief's newest project, and Rick Astley's Spotify accomplishment. It's been six months since devastating wildfires swept through Southern California and destroyed thousands of businesses and homes. Listen to an excerpt from Jay Doherty's new audio documentary, premiering June 7. What's What explores current events, culture, news and hot topic issues surrounding the New York metropolitan area. The weekday show includes features, interviews and music news exclusively from WFUV. New episodes air every weekday after 4pm. News Host and Producer: Alexandra Pfau Editor: Robin Shannon Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

-WFUV's Andrew McDonald recaps Governor Hochul's response to the House budget -Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson's plans for Gun Violence Awareness Month -How celebrities are taking action to protect funding for LGBTQ+ suicide prevention -WFUV's Adithi Vimalanathan talks with the Public Theater

WFUV's Adithi Vimalanathan and Avery Loftis report on Larry Racioppo's new book Here Down on Dark Earth: Loss and Remembrance in New York City. WFUV's Jay Doherty profiles Fordham professor and former CBS Moscow Bureau Chief, Beth Knobel to learn about her career and the advice she has for emerging journalists. What's What music host Brenda Plascencia has details on Tune-Yards' FUV Live Session, FUV's showcase of New York Music Month, and Grizzly Bear's return. The “What's What” Weekend brings you stories and interviews exclusively from The WFUV Newsroom. Tune in Saturdays at 6:45 on 90.7 WFUV.

The Metropolitan Transit Authority met today to discuss higher ridership, and their future plans for cracking down on fare evasion. Alexandra Pfau reports. Professor Knobel is a former international correspondent, and now a professor at Fordham University, who has big hopes for the future of journalism. Jay Doherty reports. “What's What” explores current events, culture, news and hot topic issues surrounding the New York metropolitan area, and stretches out for a wider view — including features, interviews and music news exclusively from WFUV. New episodes air every weekday after 4pm.

            In Episode 435 of Things We Said Today Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn and Darren DeVivo speak with Chris O'Dell, who worked at Apple (and then for George Harrison, the Rolling Stones, and a long list of musicians that includes Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, Earth Wind and Fire and Linda Ronstadt, among many others), had songs written about her by both George Harrison and Leon Russell, and is now the subject of the new documentary “Miss O'Dell.” (You may also have read her book, also called “Miss O'Dell”). The interview begins after Ken's news segment, at 16'20”. As always, we welcome your thoughts about this episode of the show or any other episode. We invite you to send your comments about this or any of our other shows to our email address thingswesaidtodayradioshow@gmail.com, join our "Things We Said Today Beatles Fans" Facebook page and comment there, tweet us at @thingswesaidfab or catch us each on Facebook and give us your thoughts. And we thank you very much for listening. You can hear and download our show on Podbean, the Podbean app and iTunes and stream us through the Tune In Radio app and from our very own YouTube page.  Our shows appear every two weeks. Please be sure and write a (good, ideally!) review of our show on our iTunes page. If you subscribe to any of our program providers, you'll get the first word as soon as a new show is available. We don't want you to miss us. Our download numbers have been continually rising, as more people discover us and it's all because of you. So we thank you very much for your support!             Be sure to check out the video version of Things We Said Today on our YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-zgHaPfL6BGmOX5NoyFE-A. The audio version can be found at Podbean: https://beatlesexaminer.podbean.com/ as well as at iHeart Radio, Apple podcasts and other distributors of fine podcasts.             MANY MANY WAYS TO CONTACT US:             Our email address: thingswesaidtodayradioshow@gmail.com             BlueSky: @thingswesaidtoday             Twitter @thingswesaidfab             Facebook: Things We Said Today video podcast       ALLAN on Facebook: Allan Kozinn or Allan Kozinn Remixed. Allan's Twitter/X feed: @kozinn Bluesky: @allankozinn.bsky.social Threads: allan_kozinn The McCartney Legacy's website: mccartneylegacy.co.uk/ The McCartney Legacy on Facebook: McCartney Legacy, on Twitter/X: @McCARTNEYLEGACY and on Bluesky: @mccartneylegacy.bsky.social The McCartney Legacy YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8zaPoY45IxDZKRMf2Z6VyA             KEN's YouTube Channel, Ken Michaels Radio: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq_Dkp6fkIsYwGq_vCwltyg             Ken's Website Beatles Trivia Page: https://www.kenmichaelsradio.com/beatles-trivia--games.html Ken's other podcast, Talk  More Talk: A Solo-Beatles Videocast You Tube channel:  https://www.youtube.com/@talkmoretalksolobeatles             Ken's Weekly Beatles radio show "Every Little Thing" On Demand:  http://wfdu.fm/Listen/hd1%20recent%20archives/             Ken's e-mail:  everylittlething@att.net Ken's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ken.michaels.31/ DARREN's radio show can be heard 10pm to 2am Monday through Thursday and 1pm to 4pm Saturday on WFUV 90.7 FM (or 90.7 FM HD2), or at wfuv.org, or on the WFUV app.             Darren on Facebook: Darren DeVivo, and Darren DeVivo: WFUV DJ and Beatles Podcaster Darren's email: darrendevivo@wfmu.org

The City Council questioned the Department of Corrections in a hearing today. They were trying to find out how exactly the department plans to use city funds to raise the quality of life for incarcerated New Yorkers. Ally Pfau reports. Mayor Eric Adams announced today that New York City will be putting $30 million dollars into a new initiative to turn vacant lots into greenspace. Congestion Pricing is out of the woods — for now. A federal judge said NYC's tolling program can continue while the Trump Administration's efforts to end the initiative rages on. Adithi Vimalanathan reports. Larry Racioppo, a longtime NYC photographer, has published a new book about oft-overlooked memorials around the boroughs. Avery Loftis and Adithi Vimalanathan report. “What's What” explores current events, culture, news and hot topic issues surrounding the New York metropolitan area, and stretches out for a wider view — including features, interviews and music news exclusively from WFUV. New episodes air every weekday after 4pm. News Host and Producer: Andrew McDonald Editor: Robin Shannon Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker Get updates delivered to your inbox every Friday: Subscribe to What's What Weekly from WFUV News.

WFUV's “What's What” is a daily podcast that explores current events, cultural news, and hot topic issues surrounding the New York metropolitan area, as well as features and interviews exclusively from WFUV.

WFUV's “What's What” is a daily podcast that explores current events, cultural news, and hot topic issues surrounding the New York metropolitan area, as well as features and interviews exclusively from WFUV.

WFUV's “What's What” is a daily podcast that explores current events, cultural news, and hot topic issues surrounding the New York metropolitan area, as well as features and interviews exclusively from WFUV.

-WFUV's Livia Regina discusses a New York City child care voucher program -WFUV's Brenda Plascencia talks with WFUV Music Director Russ Borris about his favorite fictional bands -An update on the Mexican Navy Ship crash into the Brooklyn Bridge -The A train service's reopening in time for the summer beach season

            In Episode 434 of Things We Said Today Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn and Darren DeVivo speak with Alan G. Parker, the prolific British director and writer, about “Borrowed Time,” his new documentary about John Lennon's last decade. No news segment this time – just right into the chat. As always, we welcome your thoughts about this episode of the show or any other episode. We invite you to send your comments about this or any of our other shows to our email address thingswesaidtodayradioshow@gmail.com, join our "Things We Said Today Beatles Fans" Facebook page and comment there, tweet us at @thingswesaidfab or catch us each on Facebook and give us your thoughts. And we thank you very much for listening. You can hear and download our show on Podbean, the Podbean app and iTunes and stream us through the Tune In Radio app and from our very own YouTube page.  Our shows appear every two weeks. Please be sure and write a (good, ideally!) review of our show on our iTunes page. If you subscribe to any of our program providers, you'll get the first word as soon as a new show is available. We don't want you to miss us. Our download numbers have been continually rising, as more people discover us and it's all because of you. So we thank you very much for your support!             Be sure to check out the video version of Things We Said Today on our YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-zgHaPfL6BGmOX5NoyFE-A. The audio version can be found at Podbean: https://beatlesexaminer.podbean.com/ as well as at iHeart Radio, Apple podcasts and other distributors of fine podcasts.             MANY MANY WAYS TO CONTACT US:             Our email address: thingswesaidtodayradioshow@gmail.com             Twitter @thingswesaidfab             Facebook: Things We Said Today video podcast       ALLAN on Facebook: Allan Kozinn or Allan Kozinn Remixed. Allan's Twitter/X feed: @kozinn Bluesky: @allankozinn.bsky.social Threads: allan_kozinn The McCartney Legacy's website: mccartneylegacy.co.uk/ The McCartney Legacy on Facebook: McCartney Legacy, on Twitter/X: @McCARTNEYLEGACY and on Bluesky: @mccartneylegacy.bsky.social The McCartney Legacy YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8zaPoY45IxDZKRMf2Z6VyA             KEN's YouTube Channel, Ken Michaels Radio: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq_Dkp6fkIsYwGq_vCwltyg             Ken's Website Beatles Trivia Page: https://www.kenmichaelsradio.com/beatles-trivia--games.html Ken's other podcast, Talk  More Talk: A Solo-Beatles Videocast You Tube channel:  https://www.youtube.com/@talkmoretalksolobeatles             Ken's Weekly Beatles radio show "Every Little Thing" On Demand:  http://wfdu.fm/Listen/hd1%20recent%20archives/             Ken's e-mail:  everylittlething@att.net Ken's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ken.michaels.31/ DARREN's radio show can be heard 10pm to 2am Monday through Thursday and 1pm to 4pm Saturday on WFUV 90.7 FM (or 90.7 FM HD2), or at wfuv.org, or on the WFUV app.             Darren on Facebook: Darren DeVivo, and Darren DeVivo: WFUV DJ and Beatles Podcaster Darren's email: darrendevivo@wfmu.org

Humble guitarist and producer talks about the overrated nature of fame and his legendary radio show (The Boogie Down) on WFUV.

WFUV's “What's What” is a daily podcast that explores current events, cultural news, and hot topic issues surrounding the New York metropolitan area, as well as features and interviews exclusively from WFUV.

WFUV's “What's What” is a daily podcast that explores current events, cultural news, and hot topic issues surrounding the New York metropolitan area, as well as features and interviews exclusively from WFUV.

WFUV's “What's What” is a daily podcast that explores current events, culture news and hot topic issues surrounding the New York metropolitan area as well as features and interviews exclusively from WFUV.

WFUV's “What's What” is a daily podcast that explores current events, culture news and hot topic issues surrounding the New York metropolitan area as well as features and interviews exclusively from WFUV.

-WFUV's Nora Malone reports on street vendors rallying for better conditions -WFUV's Andrew McDonald speaks with Dr. Emily Eisner about the combination of high inflation and low total economic growth in New York City -WFUV's Florinda Gjypi takes us to a non profit helping children learn ballet -WFUV's Ben Oppenheimer gives us the latest in sports from the NBA to the NHL

WFUV's “What's What” is a daily podcast that explores current events, culture news and hot topic issues surrounding the New York metropolitan area as well as features and interviews exclusively from WFUV.

WFUV's “What's What” is a daily podcast that explores current events, culture news and hot topic issues surrounding the New York metropolitan area as well as features and interviews exclusively from WFUV.

WFUV's “What's What” is a daily podcast that explores current events, culture news and hot topic issues surrounding the New York metropolitan area as well as features and interviews exclusively from WFUV.

WFUV's “What's What” is a daily podcast that explores current events, culture news and hot topic issues surrounding the New York metropolitan area as well as features and interviews exclusively from WFUV.

-WFUV's Lainey Nguyen discusses Governor Hochul's response to President Trump's first 100 days in office -WFUV's Nora Malone reports on a new affordable housing option for New Yorkers -WFUV's Florinda Gjypi takes us to a musical performance at the New York Public Library -WFUV's Ben Oppenheimer gives us a sports update on the Knicks, the NFL Draft, and Fordham Baseball

WFUV's “What's What” is a daily podcast that explores current events, culture news and hot topic issues surrounding the New York metropolitan area as well as features and interviews exclusively from WFUV.

            In Episode 433 of Things We Said Today Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn and Darren DeVivo discuss the powerful new documentary, “One to One: John & Yoko,” with co-director and editor Sam Rice-Edwards. The interview begins after the news segment, at 11'05”.              As always, we welcome your thoughts about this episode of the show or any other episode. We invite you to send your comments about this or any of our other shows to our email address thingswesaidtodayradioshow@gmail.com, join our "Things We Said Today Beatles Fans" Facebook page and comment there, tweet us at @thingswesaidfab or catch us each on Facebook and give us your thoughts. And we thank you very much for listening. You can hear and download our show on Podbean, the Podbean app and iTunes and stream us through the Tune In Radio app and from our very own YouTube page.  Our shows appear every two weeks. Please be sure and write a (good, ideally!) review of our show on our iTunes page. If you subscribe to any of our program providers, you'll get the first word as soon as a new show is available. We don't want you to miss us. Our download numbers have been continually rising, as more people discover us and it's all because of you. So we thank you very much for your support!             Be sure to check out the video version of Things We Said Today on our YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-zgHaPfL6BGmOX5NoyFE-A. The audio version can be found at Podbean: https://beatlesexaminer.podbean.com/ as well as at iHeart Radio, Apple podcasts and other distributors of fine podcasts.             MANY MANY WAYS TO CONTACT US:             Our email address: thingswesaidtodayradioshow@gmail.com             Twitter @thingswesaidfab             Facebook: Things We Said Today video podcast       ALLAN on Facebook: Allan Kozinn or Allan Kozinn Remixed. Allan's Twitter/X feed: @kozinn Bluesky: @allankozinn.bsky.social Threads: allan_kozinn The McCartney Legacy's website: mccartneylegacy.co.uk/ The McCartney Legacy on Facebook: McCartney Legacy, on Twitter/X: @McCARTNEYLEGACY and on Bluesky: @mccartneylegacy.bsky.social The McCartney Legacy YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8zaPoY45IxDZKRMf2Z6VyA             KEN's YouTube Channel, Ken Michaels Radio: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq_Dkp6fkIsYwGq_vCwltyg             Ken's Website Beatles Trivia Page: https://www.kenmichaelsradio.com/beatles-trivia--games.html Ken's other podcast, Talk  More Talk: A Solo-Beatles Videocast You Tube channel:  https://www.youtube.com/@talkmoretalksolobeatles             Ken's Weekly Beatles radio show "Every Little Thing" On Demand:  http://wfdu.fm/Listen/hd1%20recent%20archives/             Ken's e-mail:  everylittlething@att.net Ken's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ken.michaels.31/ DARREN's radio show can be heard 10pm to 2am Monday through Thursday and 1pm to 4pm Saturday on WFUV 90.7 FM (or 90.7 FM HD2), or at wfuv.org, or on the WFUV app.             Darren on Facebook: Darren DeVivo, and Darren DeVivo: WFUV DJ and Beatles Podcaster Darren's email: darrendevivo@wfmu.org

            In Episode 432 of Things We Said Today Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn, Darren DeVivo and Beatlefan Executive Editor and former TWST co-host Al Sussman take up the perennial debate about whether Wings was a true band, or simply Paul McCartney-plus-sidemen. The discussion follows the news segment at 29'48”.                        As always, we welcome your thoughts about this episode of the show or any other episode. We invite you to send your comments about this or any of our other shows to our email address thingswesaidtodayradioshow@gmail.com, join our "Things We Said Today Beatles Fans" Facebook page and comment there, tweet us at @thingswesaidfab or catch us each on Facebook and give us your thoughts. And we thank you very much for listening. You can hear and download our show on Podbean, the Podbean app and iTunes and stream us through the Tune In Radio app and from our very own YouTube page.  Our shows appear every two weeks. Please be sure and write a (good, ideally!) review of our show on our iTunes page. If you subscribe to any of our program providers, you'll get the first word as soon as a new show is available. We don't want you to miss us. Our download numbers have been continually rising, as more people discover us and it's all because of you. So we thank you very much for your support!             Be sure to check out the video version of Things We Said Today on our YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-zgHaPfL6BGmOX5NoyFE-A. The audio version can be found at Podbean: https://beatlesexaminer.podbean.com/ as well as at iHeart Radio, Apple podcasts and other distributors of fine podcasts.             MANY MANY WAYS TO CONTACT US:             Our email address: thingswesaidtodayradioshow@gmail.com             Twitter @thingswesaidfab             Facebook: Things We Said Today video podcast       ALLAN on Facebook: Allan Kozinn or Allan Kozinn Remixed. Allan's Twitter/X feed: @kozinn Bluesky: @allankozinn.bsky.social Threads: allan_kozinn The McCartney Legacy's website: mccartneylegacy.co.uk/ The McCartney Legacy on Facebook: McCartney Legacy, on Twitter/X: @McCARTNEYLEGACY and on Bluesky: @mccartneylegacy.bsky.social The McCartney Legacy YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8zaPoY45IxDZKRMf2Z6VyA             KEN's YouTube Channel, Ken Michaels Radio: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq_Dkp6fkIsYwGq_vCwltyg             Ken's Website Beatles Trivia Page: https://www.kenmichaelsradio.com/beatles-trivia--games.html Ken's other podcast, Talk  More Talk: A Solo-Beatles Videocast You Tube channel:  https://www.youtube.com/@talkmoretalksolobeatles             Ken's Weekly Beatles radio show "Every Little Thing" On Demand:  http://wfdu.fm/Listen/hd1%20recent%20archives/             Ken's e-mail:  everylittlething@att.net Ken's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ken.michaels.31/ DARREN's radio show can be heard 10pm to 2am Monday through Thursday and 1pm to 4pm Saturday on WFUV 90.7 FM (or 90.7 FM HD2), or at wfuv.org, or on the WFUV app.             Darren on Facebook: Darren DeVivo, and Darren DeVivo: WFUV DJ and Beatles Podcaster Darren's email: darrendevivo@wfmu.org

NPR Music's Stephen Thompson welcomes aboard Kara Manning of New York City public radio station WFUV to discuss the best new albums hitting streaming services on Friday, Jan. 17.Featured Albums• Mac Miller, 'Balloonerism'• The Weather Station, 'Humanhood'• jasmine.4.t, 'You are the Morning'• Victoria Canal, 'Slowly, It Dawns'• Blue Lake, 'Weft'Check out our long list of albums out today and stream our New Music Friday playlist at npr.org/music.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

On this week's show, Slate staff writer Nadira Goffe sits in for Stephen. First, the panel explores Babygirl and its kinks. The latest feature from Dutch writer-director Halina Reijn stars Nicole Kidman and Harris Dickinson, and is fascinated by sex (mostly, as a concept.) Then, the three puzzle over Nickel Boys and the film's audacious use of first-person point-of-view in filmmaker RaMell Ross' adaptation of Colson Whitehead's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, The Nickel Boys. Finally, what does a Hollywood smear campaign look like? The trio discusses the messy legal and PR conflict embroiling Blake Lively and former It Ends With Us co-star and director, Justin Baldoni.  In the exclusive Slate Plus segment, the panel checks in with Julia and production assistant Kat, as they share their experiences of the L.A. wildfires.   Email us at culturefest@slate.com.  Endorsements: Nadira: Transa by Red Hot Org. Specifically, “Is It Cold In The Water” performed by Moses Sumney and ANOHNI. Julia: Niksa sleep masks. Dana: Exploring your local college radio stations. She likes WFUV (owned by Fordham University) and Columbia University's WKCR.  Podcast production by Vic Whitley-Berry. Production assistance by Kat Hong. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices