All Of It with Alison Stewart

The new book Pride and Pleasure: The Schuyler Sisters in an Age of Revolution tells the story of Angelica, Eliza, and Peggy Schuyler, sisters in a prominent New York family in Revolutionary America (and of course the stars of "Hamilton"). Author Amanda Vaill discusses the book as part of our ongoing biography series 'Full Bio.' In today's installment, hear about Angelica Schuyler Church and the 'c...

A new book tells the story of how famed baseball player Jackie Robinson ended up testifying in front of the House Un-American Activities Committee to speak against fellow Black athlete, musician, and actor Paul Robeson. Author Howard Bryant discusses his book, Kings and Pawns: Jackie Robinson and Paul Robeson in America . Bryant will be speaking Thursday evening at the Jackie Robinson Museum. Host...

Last fall, Bari Weiss, former New York Times columnist and creator of The Free Press, was hired as the editor-in-chief of CBS News. The hiring came soon after Paramount, CBS's parent company, was purchased by David Ellison, whose father is a supporter and adviser to President Trump. New Yorker staff writer Clare Malone has written a new piece, " Inside Bari Weiss’s Hostile Takeover of CBS News ,"...

The new book Pride and Pleasure: The Schuyler Sisters in an Age of Revolution tells the story of Angelica, Eliza, and Peggy Schuyler, sisters in a prominent New York family in Revolutionary America (and of course the stars of "Hamilton"). Author Amanda Vaill discusses the book as part of our ongoing biography series 'Full Bio.' In today's installment, hear how the Schuyler family made their fortun...

Actor Katherine LaNasa returns to her Emmy-winning role as Nurse Dana on the HBO Max medical drama " The Pitt ." She discusses Season 2, which sees Dana return to the ER even after declaring she was going to quit at the end of Season 1. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Booker Prize-winning writer George Saunders returns with his first novel since Lincoln in the Bardo . Vigil follows an oil CEO on his death bed, and the spirit of a woman who had descended to help guide him through death. Saunders discusses the novel, out now. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising...

Forty years ago today, the Challenger Space Shuttle broke apart in the sky, killing everyone on board. Adam Higginbotham , author of the book Challenger: A True Story of Heroism and Disaster on the Edge of Space , discusses how things went so wrong, and the aftermath of the disaster. Plus, listeners share their memory of Challenger.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com fo...

[REBROADCAST FROM March 7, 2025] Before the 1985 Grammy Awards, no women had ever been nominated for Producer of the Year. Wendy Melvoin  and Lisa Coleman became the first as part of Prince and the Revolution, though still no woman has ever won the award. Wendy & Lisa discuss their career as part of our series Equalizers: Women in Music Production. We also get a special visit from Susan Rogers, a...

The trailblazing musician Prince died 10 years ago this coming April. On the evening of Tuesday, Jan. 27, The Schomburg Center in Harlem will be screening the iconic concert film "Prince and the Revolution Live," along with a talkback event to follow with an ethnomusicologist, a curator from the Schomburg, and NYU's De Angela Duff , who previews the event on the air, discusses Prince's artistry, a...

From the flavorful broths, to endless combinations of thinly sliced meats, vegetables, and noodles, hot pot has something for everyone. And it doesn't always have to mean dining out. You can host a hot pot party at home! James Beard-award winning chef Natasha Pickowicz takes us into the world of hot pot in her new book, Everyone Hot Pot: Creating the Ultimate Meal for Gathering and Feasting , and...

Premiering today on Holocaust Remembrance Day, as part of PBS's American Masters series, the new documentary " Elie Wiesel: Soul on Fire " captures the life of the human rights activist and Night author. Director Oren Rudavsky and Wiesel's son Elisha Wiesel , discuss the film, and the life of the influential survivor. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information ab...

For our January Get Lit with All Of It book club event, Ocean Vuong requested he be accompanied by musical guest Quinn Christopherson , a Tiny Desk contest winner , who flew in from Alaska overnight to perform some new music, live. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We air our live conversation with Ocean Vuong  from our January Get Lit with All Of It book club event. We spent the month reading his novel, The Emperor of Gladness .   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Did your parents have a lot stuff? After parents pass away, figuring out what to do with all of their possessions could be a full time job. And deciding what to keep, give away, or throw away, can take a lot of emotional strength. Becky Robison , author of My Parents Are Dead: What Now? A Panic-Free Guide to the Practicalities of Death , gives some advice on how to sort through a parent's possessi...

New York is coping with several inches of snow over the weekend. Weather forecaster John Homenuk , founder of New York Metro Weather , recaps how the storm hit the tri-state area, and listeners share how they spent their snow day, and reflect on their memories of famous blizzards of New York past. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection an...

In 1986, Philip Glass released the album Songs from Liquid Days, which he called "a voyage of discovery" into the art of songwriting, working with lyricists like David Byrne, Paul Simon and Suzanne Vega and featuring vocalists including Linda Ronstadt and the Roches. On Sunday, Lincoln Center will celebrate the album's 40th anniversary with the organization New Latin Wave and the Philip Glass Ense...

The new multi-part documentary " Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man! " tells the story of the life and career of the comedy legend and celebrated director, from "Blazing Saddles" to "Spaceballs." Michael Bonfiglio , who directed the documentary with Judd Apatow, discusses the film, and listeners weigh in with their favorite Mel Brooks films. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.c...

New Yorker Jane August is making it her mission to visit every museum in New York. Not just the Met, or MoMA, but museums spread throughout the five boroughs, including smaller, less appreciated museums on more niche subjects. August discusses her project , and listeners share their favorite lesser-known museum in the city. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informat...

New research suggests there are certain sports that are better for improving longevity than others. Simar Bajaj , New York Times reporting fellow discusses his reporting , and listeners call in to share the athletic activities that keep them feeling good. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the recent adaptation of the classical play " Oedipus ," actor Mark Strong stars as the titular character, a politician who is about to win a major election. Audiences meet Oedipus in his campaign office with his family and his "wife," as disturbing revelations cause him to unravel. Strong discusses "Oedipus," running through February 8. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz...

In the Broadway revival of the Tracy Letts play " Bug ," Namir Smallwood stars as Peter, a kind but paranoid man who begins living in an Oklahoma motel with a woman named Agnes (Carrie Coon). Soon, they both begin to descend into the world of conspiracy theories as Peter begins to become convinced that their room is being bugged. Smallwood discusses the play, which is running through February 22....

In 2025, rapper and producer Sean "Diddy" Combs was convicted on two counts of transportation for prostitution in a trial that captured the attention of the nation. But while Combs was acquitted of the more serious charges leveled against him, more people have come forward to share their experiences with the controversial figure. The new documentary series " Sean Combs: The Reckoning " provides an...

What happens when you're a performer and your body doesn't work the way it used to? This question and many more are addressed through a new production as part of the Under the Radar festival. It's called " Watch Me Walk " and it is performed by Anne Gridley , who also wrote it and has hereditary spastic paraplegia. Gridley, along with director Eric Ting , talk about play, which is showing at the S...

Terrance Cummings ’ ' Art for Change ' at the Arts Council of Princeton explores race, class, and shared humanity through vibrant, layered artwork. The exhibition sparks dialogue, challenges perceptions, and runs through Feb. 7th. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Musah Swallah ’s pop-up exhibit, 'Between Worlds,' at Ethan Cohen Gallery blends Ghanaian and Western art through vibrant paintings on canvas, wood, and cork, inviting viewers into a cultural dialogue. The show runs through the end of the month. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.