Best The WNET Group Podcasts (2025)

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John Avlon Complete Interview 2:01:01

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The complete, unedited conversation with Democratic nominee John Avlon, recorded in Southampton on August 23rd, 2024.By WLIW-FM and The Express News Group

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Nick LaLota Complete Interview 1:12:21

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The complete, unedited conversation with Congressman Nick LaLota, recorded in Southampton on September 13th, 2024.By WLIW-FM and The Express News Group

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The Environment: How can congress help Long Island navigate a changing climate? 32:00

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As we face ever more severe weather, Long Island is a frontline region in navigating climate change. Flood insurance, agriculture, and more are all at stake. What can Congress do to help Suffolk County move forward sustainably in this new world? Hear 1st District Republican Congressman Nick LaLota and Democratic congressional candidate John Avlon s…

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Healthcare: Is Long Island’s healthcare system broken? 30:31

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Is the healthcare system on Long Island broken? What can the federal government do to make sure that Suffolk County residents have healthcare infrastructure that will keep them safe and healthy? What does having a "public option" really mean? Hear 1st District Republican Congressman Nick LaLota and Democratic congressional candidate John Avlon shar…

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Women's Rights: Where do Nick LaLota and John Avlon stand on reproductive rights? 30:11

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Women's rights are under scrutiny in a way they have not been in a generation. What is the federal government's role in protecting women's rights? Where do most Americans actually stand on the right to abortion? Hear 1st District Republican Congressman Nick LaLota and Democratic congressional candidate John Avlon share their views on the issue in t…

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Criminal Justice Issues: Keeping Law & Order on Long Island 32:58

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Is the 1st district safer now than it was a year ago? How can the federal government address such a localized issue as criminal justice? How does the 2nd amendment come into play in conversations around public safety? Hear 1st District Republican Congressman Nick LaLota and Democratic congressional candidate John Avlon share their views on the issu…

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The Economy: Long Island's economic future is on the ballot 36:02

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The state of the economy is one of the most pressing issues across the country, but in the 1st congressional district it's especially urgent to address ever-rising costs of living, record-breaking housing costs, and a dwindling middle class. Democratic congressional candidate John Avlon and 1st District Republican Congressman Nick LaLota hold disti…

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Immigration: How does immigration impact Long Island's vote? 40:13

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Much of the economy of the 1st Congressional District on Long Island depends on immigrant laborers, making immigration a key issue in the race for the congressional seat between 1st District Republican Congressman Nick LaLota and Democratic candidate John Avlon. Hear them share their views on the issue in their own words, recorded in two separate p…

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Listen to 1st District Matters to stay informed about the issues that matter most 1:28

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1st District Matters is a six-part series from The Express News Group and WLIW-FM bringing you in-depth discussion with incumbent 1st District Republican Congressman Nick LaLota and Democratic congressional candidate John Avlon vying for the Congressional seat covering the eastern two-thirds of Suffolk County. Hear the two candidates speak in their…

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Florida 33:55

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This week we take a deep dive into Florida’s political waters with Steve Mort and Krystel Knowles of NewsNight on Central Florida PBS. We talk contentious counties, redistricting woes, restoring voting rights for felons, and Governor Ron DeSantis’ policies and presidential ambitions. But first, a look at the latest election legislation news nationw…

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Texas 45:05

2y ago45:05

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We’re talking Texas! This week we go in depth on all the latest election and voting news in the Lone Star State with Houston Public Media Reporter Andrew Schneider. We discuss Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s impeachment trial, updates on the elimination of the Harris County election administration office, a trial currently underway challenging …

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Episode 5 - Breaking the Cycle 28:09

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Some 20 years after the murder of Sakia Gunn, another anti-LGBTQ+ hate crime killing makes national headlines. As yet another grieving community fights to raise awareness for social justice, we ask: What do we as a nation owe to Sakia Gunn, O'Shae Sibley, and the scores of Black queer youth for whom personal safety is a matter of daily concern? Thi…

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Bonus Episode: A Libation for Sakia 8:07

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As a thank-you for everyone who listened to our miniseries, we are sharing Professor Kim Pearson's reading of her poem "A Libation for Sakia." This is a bonus episode of "After Broad and Market," a co-production of LWC Studios and Chasing the Dream, a public media initiative from The WNET Group. Chasing the Dream: Poverty and Opportunity in America…

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Episode 4 - What Can We Learn? 34:57

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Sakia Gunn's death was a queer rallying cry across New Jersey. But over time, much of the initial political support seemed to evaporate. This episode looks at efforts to legislate, regulate, and mandate education in Newark and beyond as a result of this tragedy. This is the fourth episode of "After Broad and Market," a co-production of LWC Studios …

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Episode 3 - Reporting on Newark as a Black Woman 37:07

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Though they came from different worlds, the lives of Sakia Gunn and of lead reporter Jenna Flanagan intersected in meaningful ways. By exploring the history of Newark and contextualizing her own Blackness, Jenna gains a deeper understanding of who Sakia was 20 years ago. This is the third episode of "After Broad and Market," a co-production of LWC …

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Episode 2 - Queer Intersections in Black Culture 30:22

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How did street harassment lead to New Jersey’s first prosecuted hate crime homicide? By speaking to academics, activists, and clergy members, we seek to find out if Sakia’s identity as a gender nonconforming lesbian put her at risk within her own community. This is the second episode of "After Broad and Market," a co-production of LWC Studios and C…

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Episode 1 - Sakia 29:05

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At a bus stop in downtown Newark in 2003, a queer teenager’s life was lost in a homicide that should have rocked the nation. Why did that not happen? By exploring who Sakia Gunn was in life, we take an in-depth look at why her story matters so much 20 years later. This is the first episode of "After Broad and Market," a co-production of LWC Studios…

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Media and The Story of Climate Change 24:29

2y ago24:29

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Climate change is everywhere in our media today, from the twenty-four hour news cycle to TV and movies. Many have experienced it individually when the heat hits unexpectedly or the rains drench suddenly, when the flowers bloom early or the snow comes late. It seems it's all about climate change these days, but what's new and with all the bad news, …

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Introducing After Broad and Market 3:22

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In 2003, WNET journalist Jenna Flanagan reported on the murder of 15-year-old Newark native Sakia Gunn. Now, 20 years on, Flanagan revisits the story to examine what progress might have been made in protecting Newark’s queer youth -- and how exactly justice was served in one of New Jersey’s first prosecuted LGBTQ+ hate crime homicides. Flanagan sit…

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Wisconsin 41:45

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First up, we’ll visit Wisconsin, where two very important elections are coming up on April 4. Voters will decide on a new Wisconsin supreme court justice, and their choice might ultimately impact the 2024 presidential election—maybe that’s why candidates are smashing campaign spending records in this race. And, in a Milwalkee suburb, a special elec…

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Welcome to States of Democracy! 1:08

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Join host Molly Enking along with PBS and public media reporters from all 50 states, as they wade through the murky and often confusing world of state legislatures and voting laws. This new interview series is brought to you by Preserving Democracy, a public media initiative by the WNET Group, that tracks efforts at all levels of government to both…

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Dick Cavett On His Friendship With Groucho Marx 55:48

2+ y ago55:48

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Dick Cavett (Courtesy of Daphne Productions) Emmy Award-winning television personality and talk show host Dick Cavett speaks with WNET Up Next host Elisa Lichtenbaum about Groucho & Cavett, an American Masters documentary exploring his profound and enduring friendship with iconic comedian Groucho Marx. The film, written, produced, and directed by R…

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Recruiting with a Marketing Mindset, with Jeaneen Andrews-Feldman, Chief Marketing and Experience Officer at SHRM 26:45

3y ago26:45

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Jeaneen Andrews-Feldman, Chief Marketing and Experience Officer at SHRM, shares the lessons she's learned from working at the largest HR professional organization in the world, including why talent acquisition is just as crucial to a company's bottom line as marketing strategies. In this episode, Jeaneen unpacks some of the latest trends impacting …

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Embracing Change in the Workplace with Jaime Punishill, CMO at nCino, Inc. 29:20

3y ago29:20

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nCino, Inc.’s CMO, Jaime Punishill believes the new remote-work reality requires a shift in how companies communicate with their employees and foster connectivity. In this episode with Tania Yuki, Founder of Shareablee and Chief Marketing Officer and EVP of Digital at Comscore, Jaime shares his approach to navigating the new workplace norms and thr…

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Climate Change on Eastern Long Island (Extended Discussion) 42:24

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The summer of 2022 saw many extreme weather events across the country. While the East End of Long Island was spared the worst, there was a lengthy drought and coastal areas flood regularly. WLIW-FM and award-winning journalist Frank Sesno welcomed community leaders from across the region to discuss what can be done to address the crisis. Frank Quev…

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Climate Change on Eastern Long Island 25:44

3y ago25:44

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The summer of 2022 saw many extreme weather events across the country. While the East End of Long Island was spared the worst, there was a lengthy drought and coastal areas flood regularly. WLIW-FM and award-winning journalist Frank Sesno welcomed community leaders from across the region to discuss what can be done to address the crisis. Frank Quev…

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Leading with a Unified Personal Experience for the Consumer with Nikhil Behl, CMO of FICO 28:12

3y ago28:12

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FICO's CMO, Nikhil Behl, believes evolved marketing focuses on humanizing the interactions that lead to exceptional customer experiences. In this Q&A with Tania Yuki, Founder of Shareablee and Chief Marketing Officer and EVP of Digital at Comscore, Nikhil shares his insights on curating a customer experience in banking that is consistent, intuitive…

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Brand Thinking Meets Analytics Driven Growth with Nick Fairbairn, CMO of Gabi and VP/GM D2C Insurance & Auto at Experian Consumer Services 23:29

3y ago23:29

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Nick Fairbairn shares the value of using customer reviews as social proof in his role as Gabi CMO in this latest episode of Comscore’s CMO Pulse. In a Q&A with Tania Yuki, Founder of Shareablee and Chief Marketing Officer and EVP of Digital at Comscore, Nick discusses the importance of a mobile-optimized website in his strategy and being open with …

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Creating Meaningful Experiences for Diverse Audiences with Kellie Specter, Chief Marketing and Engagement Officer at The WNET Group/ Adjunct Professor, Fordham University 28:47

3y ago28:47

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Kellie Specter works for The WNET Group and its three affiliates, THIRTEEN, WLIW21, and NJ PBS, in the areas of corporate communications, branding, digital marketing, and audience and market research when she is not instructing as an adjunct professor at Fordham University. In this Q&A with Tania Yuki, Founder of Shareablee and Chief Marketing Offi…

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WNET Up Next Welcomes “Inez & Doug & Kira” Filmmaker and Co-Producer Julia Kots 34:45

3y ago34:45

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Julia Kots filming “Inez & Doug & Kira” in New York City. Filmmaker and co-producer Julia Kots speaks with WNET Up Next host Elisa Lichtenbaum about the making of Inez & Doug & Kira, her independent film about a bipolar woman who commits suicide and the impact of her death on her sister and her sister’s fiancé. The film, written, directed, edited, …

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Inspiring Wellness through a Hybrid Experience with Josh Todd, CMO of Mindbody 31:53

3y ago31:53

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While wellness is traditionally an in-person experience, the pandemic required Mindbody to hustle into other opportunities to assist companies and individuals live better and happier lives. Its CMO Josh Todd embraced hybrid options like online classes to foster connections. In this Q&A with Tania Yuki, Founder of Shareablee and Chief Marketing Offi…

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Becoming a Leading Liquor Brand on Social Media with Charlie Maas, Former CMO of RumChata and Chief Revenue Officer at Maas Family Office 42:29

3y ago42:29

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Charlie Maas discusses the value of conversing with clients who have responded to social media content during his time as CMO of RumChata to learn more about what content is converting consumer interest. He shares the process of unpacking who is really consuming the product and how people feel about the brand instead of using data in a confirmatory…

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Building and Maintaining Culture with Dana Marineau, CMO at Rakuten Rewards 29:49

3y ago29:49

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Dana Marineau, the CMO at Rakuten, shares the value of building a healthy team culture amongst the challenges of a virtual workplace to ultimately produce creative storytelling that engages audiences. In this episode with Comscore’s CMO and EVP of Digital and Founder of Shareablee, Tania Yuki, Dana says the role of the CMO today requires strengths …

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Leading the Marketing Efforts at Harvard Business School, with Brian Kenny, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer 30:35

3y ago30:35

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When not fronting the rock band Cramer Hill, Brian Kenny, Harvard Business School’s first Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, has global oversight of branding, marketing, and media relations of the MBA program, executive education, Harvard Business School Online, and HBS Publishing. In this Q&A with Tania Yuki, Founder of Shareablee and Chi…

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WNET Up Next Welcomes “On Broadway” Director Oren Jacoby 40:17

3y ago40:17

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Oren Jacoby Oscar-nominated director Oren Jacoby speaks with WNET Up Next host Elisa Lichtenbaum about the making of On Broadway, his documentary that looks at the incredible way Broadway bounced back from the brink of bankruptcy and other challenges from the 1960s to the present. The film premieres on THIRTEEN — your New York City PBS station — on…

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Innovating in the Virtual World with Mick Hollison, President at Cloudera and Advisory Board Member at Epic Ventures 26:42

3y ago26:42

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A self-confessed conceptual thinker, Mick Hollison, the President of enterprise data cloud, Cloudera, is a proponent of data-driven decision-making who believes even intuition is based on the brain’s data around experience. He believes one of the great benefits of the cloud-era data platform is enabling customers to work with massive data sets that…

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‘Let’s Set the Vision’ with Brian Sappington, President Retail Portfolio Coca-Cola North America & Board Member United Way of Greater Atlanta 31:32

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Brian Sappington, President, North America Retail Portfolio at The Coca-Cola Company, talks about how defining and executing a greater vision has informed his career and his leadership style. As he explains in this episode: “Let's define where we're going. Let's make sure the culture is where it needs to be so we can have the trust to move with spe…

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Accelerating digital and social transformation for premium wine and spirit brands, with CMO Pamela Forbus, CMO Pernod-Ricard North America 29:40

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From its influencer strategy to digital Out-of-Home (OOH), the pandemic period fast-tracked digital and social change at Pernod-Ricard where CMO Pamela Forbus leads a consumer-centric marketing approach to its 240 premium brands. In this Q&A with Tania Yuki, Founder of Shareablee and Chief Marketing Officer and EVP of Digital, Comscore, Pamela Forb…

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“Telling the Story of The Humble Potato” with John Toaspern, Former CMO at Potatoes USA 31:37

3y ago31:37

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Even the simple potato has a story that must be told to ensure that consumers have the latest information about ways to eat and nutrition all along the supply chain from food service through to retail. The CMO at the US Potato Board, John Toaspern, shares his lessons learned in B2B marketing, his approach to social media channels, influencers, and …

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“The Importance of Sleep” with Brad Marks, COO & CMO at Som Sleep 31:08

3y ago31:08

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In this CMO Pulse episode, Chief Marketing Officer of SOM Sleep, Brad Marks, shares what he has learned about creating a new category and how SOM Sleep is bringing its mission to the world. Drawing on his background in sports marketing at SOM Sleep, Marks walks us through his marketing and leadership lessons as he raises awareness about the importa…

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“Winning with Purpose" with Scott Finlow, Global CMO Foodservice at PepsiCo 30:17

3y ago30:17

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Scott Finlow, Global CMO, Foodservice Pepsico, shares what "winning with purpose" means at Pepsico, and highlights it’s come to life with ‘Pepsi Dig In’ and key community events like Dig In Day that support Black-owned businesses in a real and long term way. As he shares in this episode, "During the pandemic we learned we could do things faster and…

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‘Turning Data into Marketing Strategy’ with Andy Rooks, Just Salad’s former CMO, now Interim Head of Marketing at WildGrid 35:17

3y ago35:17

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Andy Rooks, Just Salad’s former CMO, now Interim Head of Marketing at WildGrid, tells us why “data is only as valuable as your ability to do something with it,” and how this informs his team’s strategy. He talks us through a tactical example of taking research from insights to action and how he gets his whole team to work on both data and creative …

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WNET Up Next Celebrates National Teacher Appreciation Week 45:24

3y ago45:24

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WNET Digital Innovators meeting. In observation of National Teacher Appreciation Week, WNET UP NEXT celebrates our local teachers with an in-depth look the WNET PBS Digital Innovators Program, which for the past two years has provided a unique online gathering place for 14 outstanding teachers from the tri-state New York City metropolitan region. T…

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WNET Up Next Focuses on “Grace Under Pressure” in New Episode 19:09

3y ago19:09

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How do we maintain a sense of possibility and moral purpose in age of unbearable loss? What lessons of history or visions of tomorrow can help us today in contending with hate and injustice, the Covid-19 pandemic, the climate crisis, the attacks on democracy, and the lethal march of war? When facing personal or professional troubles, where do we tu…

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Walter Isaacson Joins WNET Up Next for a Preview of “Benjamin Franklin – A Ken Burns Film” 29:23

3+ y ago29:23

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Benjamin Franklin. In conjunction with the upcoming PBS premiere of Ken Burns’ four-hour biographical film BENJAMIN FRANKLIN, (Monday, April 4 and Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at 8 p.m.), WNET UP NEXT welcomes Walter Isaacson, creative consultant for the film and author of Benjamin Franklin: An American Life. “Just being interested in everything made him…

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Celebrate a New Season of “Call the Midwife” with WNET Up Next 38:27

3+ y ago38:27

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Shelagh Turner (LAURA MAIN), Dr. Turner (STEPHEN McGANN) discuss what he has learned about sickle cell in Call the Midwife Season 8. The acclaimed British series “Call the Midwife” comes back to PBS for its eleventh season on the evening of Sunday March 20th. To celebrate its return, WNET UP NEXT welcomes actor and author Stephen McGann, who portra…

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Proud Boys on Long Island 26:07

3+ y ago26:07

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This week marks the one year anniversary of the insurrection on our nation’s Capitol. To many, the shocking images of violence and barbarism were surreal. The process of ratifying the 2020 election of Joe Biden by our nation’s lawmakers inside the Capitol building came to a screeching halt and they were escorted to safety as rioters breached the bu…

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"Exploring Hate: Proud Boys on Long Island" Premieres Thursday, January 6th at 7pm 0:38

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For this special WLIW-FM program, Julian Phillips is joined by U.S. Representative Kathleen Rice, Rena Riback of the Anti-Racism Project, and Rabbi Michael Cohen to form a panel of leaders, experts and grass roots organizers who have committed themselves to confront and deal with hate. They will examine issues including the activities of the Proud …

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WNET UP Next Welcomes Brian Stokes Mitchell to the Podcast 30:17

3+ y ago30:17

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20 Years of Christmas with the Tabernacle Choir celebrates the many years of televised Christmas concerts with the Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra from The Conference Center of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints at Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. Boston’s GBH and PBS are presenting this two hour long retrospective hosted and narr…

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WNET Up Next Welcomes Veteran & Author Phil Klay 22:39

3+ y ago22:39

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In association with GBH‘s major multiplatform initiative “American Veteran,” WNET Up Next interviews author and Marine Corps veteran Phil Klay who is featured in the broadcast documentary, and is host of the podcast series “American Veteran: Unforgettable Stories” whose nine episodes are now being released on Apple Podcasts and Spotify on Tuesdays …