“What happens to a dream deferred?” (Langston Hughes, Harlem, 1951). Residents of public housing in New York moved in with the promise of affordable housing and a stepping stone to financial stability and independence. But, lack of oversight and political…
What is it like living in North America's largest public housing authority? We meet residents, young and old, grappling with health, safety, and quality of life issues, under the neglected conditions of NYCHA. This five-part docuseries explores the problems within…
In the heart of Brooklyn, a community in great need is welcomed home. 1,000 people eagerly sent their applications in on the first day.
Chasing the Dream is partnering with WNYC to present episodes of Puerto Rico: The Future of Debt, a five-part series focusing on Puerto Rico and the financial impact that September 2017's Hurricane Maria has had on the island. And what…
What's being done to reach the most vulnerable? Homeless outreach workers canvass the streets of New York City 365 days a year, trying to connect with homeless individuals and ultimately, bring them in off the streets. Thousands still live on…
Jenna Flanagan goes “Chasing the Dreams” that exist in New York’s Covenant House, where some of our cities most vulnerable get a second chance at fresh start.
As Mother’s Day approaches, we take a look at a movement that honors mothers who marry their “baby daddies.”
The Robin Hood Foundation has fought against poverty in New York City for almost 30 years. Now, as the new CEO at the helm of the organization- Wes Moore shares his vision for the Foundation’s future.
From black power to black privilege. We’re up close and in-depth with Charlamagne Tha God. Tonight, find out why this hip-hop radio shock jock and co-host of Power 105.1’s The Breakfast Club, says that to be black is to be…
To many kids living in the city, simply affording a Broadway show is out of reach, let alone working with the cast and crew. Tonight that’s all about to change for some very lucky students. It’s a story you don’t…
Nearly 70% of young, poor black men will be imprisoned at some point in their lives. Find out what happens when these “Invisible Men” re-enter society after incarceration.
Food: nutritious, fresh, necessary, and hard to come by right here in the metro area. A look at so called “food deserts” and City Harvest’s fight against them.