Kevin Breslin on behalf of Jimmy Breslin

Breslin "What's Doin'?"

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The world and works of Jimmy Breslin. Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Jimmy Breslin is the subject of Breslin: “What’s Doin’?” which explores his influence on journalism over the second half of the 20th Century. His columns for the New York Herald Tribune, Newsday and The Daily News and his writing for many other notable publications including New York Magazine , helped define New York City and the world for 50 years. Kevin Breslin grew up in Queens as one of six children to the constant sound of a typewriter clapping and his father scrambling to hit deadlines. This unique perspective gave hi...

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Kevin Breslin on behalf of Jimmy Breslin

Episodes

Tony Palma 12.02.2025 38:10

Tony Palma served a long, valiant career as an Officer for the New York City Police Department. He was one of the first responders to the murder of famous singer-songwriter, musician, and political activist, John Lennon. Instead of flocking to the busy scene, Jimmy Breslin went to the precinct and interviewed Palma for his unique firsthand experience of the tragic event. In this episode, Tony and...

Gloria Steinem 30.01.2025 33:55

Gloria Steinem is a writer, political activist, and feminist organizer. She was a founder of New York and Ms. magazines, and is the author of The Truth Will Set You Free, But First It Will Piss You Off , My Life on the Road , Moving Beyond Words , Revolution from Within , and Outrageous Acts and Everyday Rebellions . She co-founded the National Women’s Political Caucus, the Ms. Foundation for Wome...

Andrew Cuomo 06.01.2025 52:50

Andrew Cuomo served as the 56th Governor of New York State for 11 years. Queens-raised and son of the late Governor Mario Cuomo, Andrew learned from a young age the importance of fighting for equality and opportunity. He successfully fought for and delivered progressive accomplishments including marriage equality, the codification of Roe v. Wade into New York State law, the most comprehensive paid...