All Of It with Alison Stewart

In the 1950s, the predominantly African-American and Hispanic Manhattan neighborhood once known as San Juan Hill was razed. Lincoln Center was established in its place. Beginning today, the organization will celebrate the neighborhood through the Legacies of San Juan Hill Festival, running to October 29. Composer Etienne Charles discusses his multimedia project, " San Juan Hill: A New York Story ,...

The new Broadway play " Punch " is based on the true story of Jacob Dunne, a British man who unintentionally killed a young paramedic named James Hodgkinson after throwing one fatal punch in a bar fight. Actor Will Harrison plays Dunne, who is surprised when one day, the parents of his victim decide to get in touch with him. Harrison talks about the role alongside playwright James Graham , who ada...

New York Times best-selling cookbook author Gesine Bullock-Prado discusses her latest book of recipes, called My Harvest Kitchen: 100+ Recipes to Savor the Seasons . From a fall-inspired pumpkin tart or a risotto perfect for spring, the book details some of her favorite dishes throughout the year including desserts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information abou...

Radiolab founder Jad Abumrad 's latest audio venture is a new twelve-part podcast series that explores the life of legendary Nigerian musician Fela Kuti, an innovator of the Afrobeat genre. Abumrad recounts highlights from the more than 200 interviews with Fela's friends, family, and fans, and explains what makes Fela's music so interesting and historically important. " Fela Kuti: Fear No Man " wi...

[REBROADCAST from Oct. 3, 2025] Personal finance expert Kerry Hannon , co-author with Janna Herron of the book  Retirement Bites: A Gen X Guide to Securing Your Financial Future ,  discusses the challenges facing Gen X as they begin to prepare to retire, suggests tips for a smooth transition into retirement, and takes listeners' calls. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com...

[REBROADCAST from Sept. 11, 2025] When you're in a close relationship with someone, navigating income disparities can be tricky. Author and financial educator Farnoosh Torabi joins us to discuss how to start the conversation and figure out what makes sense -- and how to come up with a plan. *This segment is guest-hosted by David Furst. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com...

[REBROADCAST from Sept. 22, 2025] If you are a beneficiary to an estate when a loved one dies, or if you’re planning on creating an estate plan, there is a lot to sort through. Katrina Robinson , CEO of Teton Trust joins to share a basic checklist and take listener calls. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for...

[REBROADCAST from Sept. 24, 2025] Climate change is reshaping how people live, and where they live. If you're a homeowner, or looking to become one, extreme weather, heat, droughts, and floods are important factors to consider. That's true if you're renting too. New York Times finance reporters Ron Lieber and Tara Siegel Bernard share the advice from their guide to owning a home and foreseeing cli...

Habibi Festival returns this week, featuring musicians from across the Southwest Asia and North Africa region performing at Joe's Pub. Palestinian artist Rasha Nahas previews her second show on Saturday, and plays some music live in the studio. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Artist Claude Monet is most famous for his impressionist paintings of France. But in a new exhibition at the Brooklyn Museum, Monet's later paintings of Venice are the star of the show. " Monet and Venice " displays over 100 Monet artworks and other materials. Museum curator Lisa Small explains what makes Monet's paintings of the historic Italian city significant. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz...

Fall is apple season, and to celebrate, science and nature writer Rowan Jacobsen , author of Apples of Uncommon Character: Heirlooms, Modern Classics, and Little-Known Wonders , shares his insights into the cultural, agricultural, and culinary world of apple varieties. Plus, listeners call in with their favorites, and recommend nearby orchards for autumnal apple picking excursions. Hosted by Simpl...

Harris Dickinson makes his directorial debut with the film " Urchin ," which he wrote, directed, and stars in alongside actor Frank Dillane . Dickinson and Dillane discuss the film, which follows a young man living on the streets of London as he is given an unlikely chance at a new future. "Urchin" is in theaters October 10. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informa...

For Hispanic Heritage Month we talk with debut novelist Nicky Gonzalez . Her book Mayra , a thriller set in a mysterious house in the Florida everglades, is longlisted for the First Novel Prize from the Center For Fiction. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the new film " If I Had Legs I'd Kick You ," Rose Byrne stars as a mother dealing with a series of crises over the course of a weekend while her husband is gone, including dealing with their child's mysterious illness and her strange relationship with her therapist. Byrne joins to discuss the movie, which premieres in theaters on October 10. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.ads...

Over 500 pieces of art were destroyed in a fire that ravaged a Red Hook waterfront building in late September. This weekend, despite the loss, the neighborhood will still host Red Hook Open Studios as scheduled and artists will open up their workspaces to visitors for free. Organizers and artists Deborah Ugoretz and Andrea Stanislav preview the event, and artists and business owners in Red Hook ca...

[REBROADCAST FROM Sept. 10, 2025] Oscar-winning actor Cillian Murphy discusses his new film, "Steve." Murphy stars as the exhausted head teacher of a last-chance boys reform school in the U.K. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A new podcast series called " Our Common Nature " follows renowned cellist Yo Yo Ma to as he collaborates with musicians across the US whose compositions deepen our emotional connection to parts of the natural world, including caves, sunrises, mountains. Ana González , WNYC senior producer talks about her work on the series, and about humanity's relationship with nature. Hosted by Simplecast, an A...

A new exhibition at the Museum of Arts and Design looks at 150 years of design history, and how certain designs have shaped motherhood and reproductive health. Curators Alexandra Schwartz and Elizabeth Koehn discuss the intersection between design and motherhood, and listeners share designs or products that they associate most with their experience of motherhood or pregnancy. " Designing Motherhoo...

In 2010, photographer Brandon Stanton launched the Instagram account, " Humans of New York ," which has over 12.8 million followers today. Fifteen years later, he has interviewed more than ten thousand people around the world. Stanton discusses his new collection of nearly five hundred full-color pages of portraits and stories, titled Dear New York . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See p...

Former fashions designer Kristine Frailing started the New York Sewing Center 11 years ago, and there's been enough interest that she is opening a center in Montclair, NJ as well. The center offers courses, bootcamps and workshops to help people develop their sewing skills to design garments of their own, or to upcycle and make alterations to existing clothes. Frailing tells us about her journey a...

Later this month, British artist Yazmin Lacey is releasing a new album, Teal Dreams , a follow up to her last project, Voice Notes . Ahead of the release, hear a Listening Party with Lacey, including some unreleased tracks, and a preview of her show tonight in Brooklyn at Cafe Erzulie. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of per...

The new musical " Mexodus " uses hip-hop to tell the true story of the Underground Railroad that ran south to Mexico instead of north to Canada. Creators and stars Brian Quijada and Nygel D. Robinson discuss the show, which runs through November 1. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This fall, the Montclair Art Museum has organized two exhibitions featuring local New Jersey artists: Tom Nussbaum and Christine Romanell . They each discuss their work in "Tom Nussbaum: But Wait, There’s More!" and "Christine Romanell: Sacred Transition," on view now in Montclair. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of persona...

The new Broadway play "Art" features three friends debating the value of one insanely expensive painting, and therefore the nature of art in general. Actor Bobby Cannavale , who stars in the play alongside Neil Patrick Harris and James Corden, discusses the show along with director Scott Ellis. " Art " runs through December 21. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for info...

This month's Get Lit with All Of It October book club event is the novel King of Ashes by S.A. Cosby . The story follows a man determined to rescue his family from the clutches of a vengeful local gang, no matter the cost. We air parts of Cosby's conversation with guest host Tiffany Hanssen from earlier this year. To borrow your e-copy and get tickets to our October 28th Get Lit event with Cosby a...