Fiscal and Economics Reporter Greg David Examines New York’s Current Economic Crisis
Greg David, Fiscal and Economics reporter at The City, discusses the dire financial future that awaits us in 2021.
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Driving While Black: A Look Into the Mobility Restraint on People of Color
Gretchen Sorin and award-winning documentarian Ric Burns join us on this exploration of how the right to move freely and safely across America has been circumscribed by race.
Al Sharpton Makes a Call to Action Against Injustice in New Book
Reverend Al Sharpton joins us with a call to action against injustice in his new book, “Rise Up: Confronting a Country at the Crossroads.
Environmental Justice Program Co-founder Peggy Shepard Focuses on Marginalized Communities Impacted by Climate Change
Peggy Shepard, WE ACT Co-Founder, speaks about the climate and racial justice movement in New York.
“We Are Sacred” Is the Social Project That Is Aiding in the Thoroughgoing Efforts of Black Ancestry and History
We Are Sacred creator Sandra A. Arnold discusses the importance of understanding this often untold history.
What Is Policing the Police? Jelani Cobb, Looks at Newark, New York’s Police Department in His New Documentary
New Yorker writer/historian Jelani Cobb traveled to Newark, New Jersey for a close look at efforts to change its troubled police department in his new documentary
Documentary Looks at Immigrant Latinx Community Unfairly Abused in the Construction Industry
The new film, "Building the American Dream," is giving us a firsthand look at the fight for fair working conditions and the abuse of immigrant labor.
Farming in New York: Karen Washington Reclaims Farming as an Adundant Food Source for Her Community
Karen Washington discusses the seeds she’s been sowing New Yorkers of all ages and races, a more just and representative model of farming.
Anti-Gun Violence Activist Pastor Monrose Offers Community-based Solutions to Gun Violence
Tonight, anti-gun violence activist Pastor Monrose, whose GodSquad of clergy leads efforts to halt street violence in the East Flatbush area of Brooklyn joins us with possible solutions on how to reduce shootings – but it’s not a quick fix.
How a NYC Shelter is Protecting Homeless Youth During COVID-19
Covenant House NY executive director Sister Nancy Downing discusses the risks for kids experiencing homelessness on their own, her concern about the coming spike in youth homelessness, and how Covenant House is continuing to serve youth through the pandemic.