All Of It with Alison Stewart

[REBROADCAST from June 7, 2024] Our lives are lived in three places: home, work – and a third place. Usually it’s not a place that bridges the first two, like a library, bookstore, park, cafe, barbershop, dog park. But they're becoming increasingly rare. Writer  Allie Volpe  joins to discuss the importance of third spaces and what its decline could mean for everyday people. She's the writer of the...

[REBROADCAST from March 14, 2024] A book explores the science of food, and explains how concepts from chemistry, biology and psychology can help bring more flavor and flexibility into the kitchen. It's called " Flavorama: A Guide to Unlocking The Art and Science of Flavor. " Arielle Johnson , flavor scientist and co-founder of Noma's 'fermentation lab' shares her insights from a lifetime of studyi...

[REBROADCAST from Aug. 21, 2023] Regina Spektor   stopped by our studio to perform some songs live last year to preview her 2023 summer tour.  This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar .  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

[REBROADCAST FROM May 1, 2024] "I Saw the TV Glow"  is a new horror-meets sci-fi thriller about a teen who gets drawn into a mysterious TV show and loses his grip on reality. We speak with star Justice Smith  and director Jane Schoenbrun  about the film, which The Guardian calls "stunning" and "devastating." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our co...

[REBROADCAST FROM July 17, 2024] Oscar-nominated filmmaker Sean Wang 's latest feature film, "Didi,"  is a slice of life story about Chris, an impressionable teenager living in Fremont, California. It's summer, and the 13-year-old spends his time aimlessly skateboarding and flirting with his crush on Myspace. Chris often clashes with his immigrant mother whose rigid expectations for her son clashe...

[REBROADCAST FROM October 10, 2024] The new film " Saturday Night"  dramatizes the creation of the first-ever episode of Saturday Night Live. We speak with writer and director Jason Reitman , along with actor Gabriel LaBelle , who stars as a young Lorne Michaels. "Saturday Night"   is streaming on Apple TV. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our col...

[REBROADCAST FROM July 31, 2024] In  " Thelma," Oscar-nominated actor  June Squibb  plays a nonagenarian who gets caught in a scamming operation. Armed with a mobility scooter and a trusted sidekick, she devises a plan to make the scammer pay. Squibb joins us to discuss the film, as well as her role as Nostalgia in Pixar's "Inside Out 2." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.c...

[REBROADCAST FROM October 4, 2024] Beloved New Jersey crossing guard Patrice Jetter is thrilled when she falls in love with Gary. The couple can't wait to marry. The problem? They both have disabilities, and if they decide to marry, their government benefits will be cut. A new documentary "Patrice: The Movie" follows the couple's attempts to fight back against these rules. Director Ted Passon  and...

[REBROADCAST FROM September 11, 2024] In a new touching coming-of-age story, Elliot, an 18-year-old woman played by Maisy Stella , receives advice from her older self, played by Aubrey Plaza, after a magical mushroom trip with her friends in the woods for her birthday. Writer and director Megan Park  joins us alongside Stella to discuss the film, " My Old Ass,"   streaming on Prime Video. Hosted b...

[REBROADCAST FROM December 13, 2024] The West Village Chorale perform some Christmas Carols live in-studio to get us in the holiday spirit on Christmas Eve. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A number of buzzy films are opening this Christmas both in theaters and on streaming services. Vulture film critic Alison Willmore shares her recommendations and we take your calls about what films you like to watch over the holidays. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Going to a holiday party? Hosting one? Or maybe just want to try something new? Don't want to commit to a main dish? Food & Wine assistant editor Andee Gosnell shares some appetizer recipes and take yours calls. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's holiday entertaining season. Whether you're attending a party, hosting one or looking for gifts for the wine lover, Food and Wine's executive wine editor Ray Isle joins to share his recommendations. Plus, we speak with senior drinks editor Prairie Rose , who will discuss cocktails from classics to trendy, and we take your calls. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com fo...

As 2024 comes to a close we here at All Of It want to know, what defined your year and what are you grateful for? Chris Duffy , host of the How to Be a Better Human podcast, joins Alison to discuss her unexpected health emergency and what she is grateful for and take your calls. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal d...

[REBROADCAST FROM July 1, 2024] In February of this year, our host Alison Stewart  underwent emergency brain surgery, which revealed a serious infection pressing on her language center. Now, she's back on the live show, and ready to talk about her surgery and recovery process. She kicks things off by interviewing her own neurosurgeon, Dr. Randy D'Amico  of Lenox Hill Hospital, about her case and t...

The holidays are a season of giving, and there’s no better time to lend a helping hand to those in need. Sapreet Saluja , executive director of New York Cares , joins us to discuss how you can get involved with volunteer opportunities across NYC. From coat drives to meal deliveries, learn how to make a meaningful impact in your community this season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See p...

During the holidays, you might interact with people you don't usually interact with. Nick Leighton , etiquette expert and co-host of the Were You Raised By Wolves? podcast, stops by to give tips on how to deal with that relative you don't see eye to eye with, how to be a gracious host, gift giver and visitor this season. Plus, he takes your calls.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm...

Josh Gondelman  is a comedian, writer, and the author of a newsletter, "That's Marvelous." In it, he dispenses wisdom and pep talks, and he joins us to give needy listeners a boost. *This segment is guest-hosted by Kate Hinds Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Whether or not religion is a part of your holiday season, there's great meaning to be gleaned from the secular traditions surrounding the winter solstice. Author and podcaster Sasha Sagan (daughter of the late science communicator Carl Sagan), shares her thoughts on having holiday spirit without a spiritual ideology. Pulitzer-winning composer David Lang also joins to discuss his hymn-inspired chor...

The winter solstice is upon us! How do you like to enjoy the city in the winter as opposed to the other seasons of the year? All Of It producers give their picks for things to do in the city as the cold descends upon us, including The Public Song Project: A People's Concert at Joe's Pub on January 8, and we take your calls. *This segment is guest-hosted by Kate Hinds Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWi...

Five albums deep, rock trio Khruangbin are finally getting their due from the Recording Academy with a Grammy nomination for Best New Artist. Bandmembers Laura Lee Ochoa , Mark Speer , and DJ Johnson  join us for a Listening Party for their latest album, A La Sala . *This segment is guest-hosted by Kate Hinds Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our c...

The film "Conclave" tells the story of a dramatic papal election. Director Edward Berger joins us to discuss alongside actor Stanley Tucci , who plays an American cardinal up for election.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bailey Williams was struggling with an eating disorder before she joined the Marines, but her recruiter did not seem concerned. While in the Marines, Bailey's disordered eating only intensified. She joins us to discuss her memoir about that period of her life, Hollow: A Memoir of My Body in the Marines .  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our colle...

[REBROADCAST FROM October 16, 2024] At this year's Grammys, tabla player Zakir Hussain  took home three awards, the first musician from India to win that many in one year. Hussain died this week at the age of 73, and so to celebrate his life, we revisit our conversation with him earlier this fall. He reflected on his big year and his efforts to preserve and spread Indian classical music. You can a...

After 36 years, Tom Viola , Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS executive director, is retiring from the organization at the end of the year. Under his leadership, Broadway Cares has awarded more than $300 million in grant funding to the Entertainment Community Fund and to local organizations around the country. He joins to reflect on his memories of early years of Broadway Cares, their fundraising...