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The 92nd Street Y, New YorkThe World of E.B. White: An Afternoon with Roger AngellNew Yorker writer Roger Angell grew up with E.B. White, as his stepson. Angell reads from some of White’s classics like Stuart Little and Charlotte’s Web at The 92nd Street Y, New York, on March 6, 2010.2022-05-231h 03
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkJoan Didion: In El Salvador for the New York Review of BooksThis excerpt from an event commemorating the 35th anniversary of the New York Review of Books features Joan Didion reading part of her series of reports on El Salvador, originally published in the New York Review of Books in 1982.
This was recorded on October 19, 1998 in front of a live audience at New York’s 92nd Street Y.2021-12-2310 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkRead By: Jane HirshfieldJane Hirshfield on her selection:
The Lives of The Poets
Poems are about our human lives--their knowing by stories, language, feelings, comprehensions, perplexities, musics. Because the lives of poets include the making of poetry, some poems are about that. I've chosen a half-dozen, from a range of persons, places, and directions, from a folder I’ve long been keeping that I think of as “The Lives of the Poets.” Because this selection is for the 92nd St Y, a place where people have long come, and will come again, to hear poems said by their makers, and because we’ve all been...2021-04-1109 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkQueer Eye 5: Bobby Berk, Karamo Brown, Tan France, Antoni Porowski, and Jonathan Van NessEntertainment Weekly’s Gerrad Hall discusses the Netflix series Queer Eye with Bobby Berk, Karamo Brown, Tan France, Antoni Porowski, and Jonathan Van Ness, and look back on some of the show’s most poignant –– and hilarious! –– moments. After five seasons, countless French tucks, seven Emmys, and lots of tears, their message of acceptance and equality is as relevant as ever. The conversation was streamed live as part of the 92nd Street Y’s online talks series on July 6, 2020.2020-08-2158 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkRobert Frost: "The Road Not Taken"Robert Frost -- who shares a birthday month with the 92nd Street Y: March 1874 -- made regular appearances at 92Y throughout the 1950s and early 1960s. Often his readings were so popular that ticket-holders without seats would sit on stage, surrounding the poet at his podium.
As part of a November 1952 reading, the famous American poet read his most iconic poem, "The Road Not Taken," accompanied by remarks that were characteristically gruff and sly. "How should 'The Road Not Taken' be taken," Frost teases the audience. Listen here and decide for yourself.2020-03-3102 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkBarry Sonnenfeld with Jerry Seinfeld: Call Your MotherLegendary comedian Jerry Seinfeld joins film and television director Barry Sonnenfeld, to launch his new memoir, Barry Sonnenfeld, Call Your Mother: Memoirs of a Neurotic Filmmaker. Outrageous and hilarious, the book traces Sonnenfeld’s idiosyncratic upbringing in New York City, his breaking into film as a cinematographer with the Coen brothers, and his unexpected career as the director behind such huge film franchises as The Addams Family and Men in Black, and beloved work like Get Shorty, Pushing Daisies, and A Series of Unfortunate Events. The conversation was recorded on March 8, 2020 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd...2020-03-2753 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkTiny Habits: Small Changes to Transform Your Life with Dr. BJ Fogg and Ramit SethiWhat creates habit change in the real world? At last, you can learn what really works.
Stanford behavior scientist BJ Fogg is joined by his former student Ramit Sethi for a special evening all about human behavior. They share breakthrough change methods they’ve tested over the course of two decades, drawing on real-world results from over 100,000 people. In this freewheeling and lively discussion, Fogg and Sethi highlight the myths and common mistakes of habit change. But that’s not all. To make 2020 your best year ever, they explain what really works in creating good habits—and why. You will benefi...2020-03-201h 05
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkRichie Jackson with Antoni Porowski on Gay Like Me: A Father Writes to His SonAward-winning producer and writer Richie Jackson and Netflix’s Queer Eye star Antoni Porowski discuss Jackson’s new book, Gay Like Me: A Father Writes to His Son, with an introduction by Jordan Roth. Jackson reflects on his life as a gay man and compares it to the world his 18-year-old gay son is growing up in now. Being gay is a gift, Jackson says, but with its gains in jeopardy, the gay community must not be complacent. The conversation was recorded on January 29, 2020 in front of a live audience at New York’s 92nd Street Y.2020-03-191h 02
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkEdie Falco with Michelle Miller on her new CBS show, Tommy, and moreEdie Falco discusses her acclaimed career and her new role as the title character of CBS’s new series, Tommy, with Michelle Miller. Falco is already generating buzz for her nuanced portrayal of the first female chief of the LAPD––a character navigating between her job in a male-dominated field, a fractured relationship with her estranged adult daughter and her life in the LGBTQ community. The conversation was recorded on February 5, 2020 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2020-03-1246 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkNoah Centineo with Evan Real: To All The BoysNoah Centineo discusses his breakout role in Netflix's To All The Boys I've Loved Before and its sequel To All the Boys: PS I Still Love You with Evan Real. The conversation was recorded on January 24, 2020 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2020-03-0550 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkMatti Friedman with Stephanie Butnick: Inside the MossadCanadian-Israeli journalist, New York Times Op-Ed contributor and author Matti Friedman joins us to discuss his award-winning book Spies of No Country: Secret Lives at the Birth of Israel.
Friedman presents history critical to our understanding of Israel today, as he transports us back to a world when the nation-state was “a wish, not a fact,” sharing stories about the young Mizrahi Jews who risked their lives to become spies for a country that was yet to be born. A compelling talk for all interested in the history and politics of Israel and the Middle East.
Stephanie Butnick is deputy edit...2020-03-0354 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkEzra Klein with Malcolm Gladwell: Why We’re PolarizedEzra Klein, the co-founder of Vox, discusses his groundbreaking new book, Why We’re Polarized, with bestselling author Malcolm Gladwell. Their conversation explores how and why American politics have become polarized around identity, why the system has become so toxic, why we participate in it, and what it means for our future. The conversation was recorded on January 30, 2020 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2020-02-271h 12
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkHenry Louis Gates, Jr. with Robert Krulwich: What Kind of Society Do We Want?Recorded June 13, 1996 at 92nd Street Y.2020-02-241h 24
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkSTARZ's Outlander: Season 5 Conversation with Cast and AuthorThe stars of Outlander - Caitriona Balfe, Sam Heughan, Sophie Skelton, and Richard Rankin - are joined by author Diana Gabaldon and moderator Julie Kosin from ELLE magazine to discuss the trajectory of the series so far, adapting the story from Gabaldon’s beloved books, stories from behind the scenes, and much more. The conversation was recorded on February 11, 2020 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2020-02-2050 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkThe Great American Experiment Continues: Diversity and Tolerance in American LifeWriters Stanley Crouch, Bette Bao Lord, former Bronx Borough President and U.S. Congressman Herman Badillo, and moderator Rabbi Marc Schneier consider the issues of diversity facing American society. Are we becoming more or less tolerant? Is the "melting pot" theory obsolete? Can we recognize similarities while appreciating differences? The conversation was recorded on April 8, 1992 at New York's 92nd Street Y.2020-02-181h 46
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkJojo Rabbit Writer/Director Taika Waititi and Producer Carthew Neal with Ariel FoxmanAriel Foxman interviews Academy Award-winning writer and director of Fox Searchlight’s Jojo Rabbit, Taika Waititi, and the film's producer Carthew Neal about their brilliant and darkly hilarious World War II satire. Waititi and Neal discuss the film's nomination for a Best Picture Academy Award, the joys of making anti-Nazi comedy, stories from behind the scenes, and much more. The conversation was recorded on January 30, 2020 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2020-02-1353 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkJonathan Pryce and Fernando Meirelles with Annette Insdorf: The Two PopesModerator Annette Insdorf interviews Jonathan Pryce and director Fernando Meirelles about their Netflix film, The Two Popes. Pryce plays Pope Francis –– a liberal humanist from Argentina –– alongside Anthony Hopkins as his conservative predecessor Pope Benedict. The conversation was recorded on December 17, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2020-02-0648 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkZadie Smith with Jennifer Egan: Grand UnionZadie Smith, beloved author of White Teeth, On Beauty, NW and Swing Time, reads from her first book of short fiction, Grand Union, and sits for a conversation with fellow novelist Jennifer Egan. The conversation was recorded on December 5, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2020-01-301h 20
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkThe Bold Type: Cast Conversation with Joanna ColesJoin the stars of Freeform’s The Bold Type - Katie Stevens, Aisha Dee, Meghann Fahy and Melora Hardin - for a candid conversation with the hit show’s real-life inspiration, Cosmopolitan’s former editor in chief Joanna Coles.
The Bold Type’s sharp and hilarious take on the lives of three young women working for a major New York magazine—inspired by Joanna Coles’ own path-breaking career—is unabashedly exuberant and completely of our time, winning acclaim from critics and audiences alike. Don’t miss the cast discussing their characters, the changing landscape for women in media, stories from behind the scene...2020-01-231h 00
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkSuperstar Chef Jamie Oliver with Carla Hall: Ultimate VegSuperstar chef and fresh food champion Jamie Oliver brings his signature effervescence and passion for pure, unprocessed, flavor-packed food as he talks with Carla Hall about his book, Ultimate Veg. From burgers and fritters to gorgeous curries to pies and bakes, Oliver shares his recipes, tips, and philosophy that veg-based food is no longer an "alternative" –– it’s for us all. The conversation was recorded on January 7, 2020 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2020-01-2349 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkGreta Gerwig with Annette Insdorf: Little WomenGreta Gerwig discusses her film Little Women with Reel Pieces moderator Annette Insdorf. Gerwig received Oscar nominations for directing and writing Lady Bird, which starred Saoirse Ronan –– who also plays the spirited Jo March in this fresh adaptation of Louisa May Alcott's classic novel. The conversation was recorded on December 21, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2020-01-1656 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkKAWS with Sam Shikiar: Process, influences, approach, and collaborationsThe artist KAWS discusses his process, his influences, his approach to creating art and merchandise, his collaborations with global brands, and more with Sam Shikiar. KAWS' prolific body of influential work straddles the worlds of art and design to include paintings, murals, graphic and product design, street art, and large-scale sculptures. The conversation was recorded on November 21, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2020-01-0949 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkRadhika Jones, Marie Brenner, and Tina Brown: Vanity Fair's Women on WomenRadhika Jones, Marie Brenner, and Tina Brown take a penetrating look at the last 35 years of Vanity Fair stories on women by women, as revealed in a new book, Women on Women, edited by Radhika Jones. They examine everyone from Gloria Steinem to Princess Diana to Michelle Obama to Lena Waithe –– as well as landmark essays on sexual harassment and #MeToo. The conversation was recorded on December 12, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2020-01-0245 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkLaura Dern with Caryn James: Marriage Story, Little Women, and moreIconic actress Laura Dern sits down with film critic Caryn James for a wide-ranging conversation spanning her remarkable career - including two of her newest projects, Noah Baumbach's Marriage Story and Greta Gerwig's Little Women. The conversation was recorded on December 1, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-12-2651 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkBen Platt with Judith Light: The Politcian, Dear Evan Hansen, Sing To Me Instead, and moreTony, Grammy, and Emmy Award-winning star of the Netflix series The Politician, Ben Platt, discusses his life and career so far with Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress and activist Judith Light. The conversation was recorded on October 2, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-12-121h 19
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkRobert De Niro with Robert Storr on Robert De Niro, Sr. - Paintings, Drawings, and WritingsActor Robert De Niro discusses the first monograph to fully explore his father’s artistic oeuvre, Robert De Niro, Sr.: Paintings, Drawings, and Writings: 1942–1993 with art historian Robert Storr. The conversation was recorded on October 7, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York’s 92nd Street Y.2019-12-0553 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkWhoopi Goldberg with Bevy Smith: The Unqualified HostessLegendary actor and comedian Whoopi Goldberg sits down with Bevy Smith for a warm and intimate talk about her new book, The Unqualified Hostess: I Do It My Way So You Can Too! The conversation was recorded on November 14, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York’s 92nd Street Y.2019-11-211h 03
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkMaggie Rogers on Heard It in a Past Life, and more, with Tavi GevinsonAcclaimed producer, songwriter and performer Maggie Rogers speaks with founder of Rookie magazine Tavi Gevinson in a wide-ranging conversation about her critically-acclaimed major label debut album, Heard It in a Past Life. The conversation was recorded on October 3, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-11-1559 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkJameela Jamil with Ashley C. Ford: The Good Place, I Weigh, and moreJameela Jamil sits down with writer Ashley C. Ford for a candid, wide-ranging conversation about her role on the hit NBC show The Good Place and her work as founder of I Weigh—an internet community working toward radical inclusivity for generation Z and underrepresented communities everywhere. The conversation was recorded on September 26, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-10-311h 06
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkNeil deGrasse Tyson with Robert Krulwich: Letters from an AstrophysicistNeil deGrasse Tyson discusses his new book, Letters from an Astrophysicist, with Radiolab host Robert Krulwich. Every year, Tyson receives thousands of letters from people across the globe who have sought him out in search of answers to questions about science, faith, philosophy, life and, of course, Pluto. His replies are by turns wise, funny and mind-blowing. The conversation was recorded on October 11, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-10-241h 24
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkCongressman Adam Schiff with Nicholas Kristof: Our Democracy, Elections, Trump, Impeachment and moreNew York Times reporter Nicholas Kristof sits down with Congressman Adam Schiff, Chair of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. They discuss the issues behind today’s biggest news stories including the investigation of Russia’s interference in the 2016 election and its implications for 2020, the release of the Mueller report, and more. The conversation was recorded on October 14, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-10-161h 01
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkMalcolm Gladwell with Jelani Cobb: Talking to StrangersNew York Times-bestselling author Malcolm Gladwell discusses his new book, Talking to Strangers, with Jelani Cobb. Upending our fundamental assumptions about trust and deception, Gladwell makes a fresh, illuminating argument that our longstanding cultural assumptions about communication and familiarity are due for an update in 2019 and beyond. The conversation was recorded on September 27, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-10-101h 11
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkAdam Grant and Allison Sweet Grant with Susan Cain on Generosity: The Gift Inside the BoxWharton psychologist Adam Grant and his wife Allison Sweet Grant, a psychiatric nurse practitioner, sit down with Susan Cain to discuss their new book, The Gift Inside the Box. They share what they’ve learned from psychology evidence and personal experience about how we can care for others and ourselves, teach that value to kids, and prepare them to lead lives of meaning. The conversation was recorded on October 1, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-10-031h 02
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkJillian Bell with Kate McKinnon: Brittany Runs a Marathon, and moreJillian Bell discusses the making of her new film, Brittany Runs a Marathon, how the role came her way, and much more with Kate McKinnon. The conversation was recorded on August 22, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-09-261h 02
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkShinedown's Brent Smith, Zach Myers and Eric Bass with Chris Porter: Attention Attention and moreBrent Smith, Zach Myers and Eric Bass of the multi-platinum, chart-topping band Shinedown sit down with comedian Chris Porter to talk about their new album, Attention Attention, and much more. The conversation was recorded on September 12, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-09-191h 55
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkNicole Lapin with Stephanie Ruhle: Becoming Super WomanNew York Times bestselling author and business TV anchor Nicole Lapin talks with MSNBC’s Stephanie Ruhle about her inspiring and empowering new book, Becoming Super Woman: A Simple 12-Step Plan to Go from Burnout to Balance. Recorded September 16, 2019, in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-09-1846 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkJosh Gondelman with Aparna Nancherla on Nice Try: Stories of Best Intentions and Mixed ResultsEmmy-winning stand-up comedian Josh Gondelman discusses his new book, Nice Try: Stories of Best Intentions and Mixed Results, a hilarious laundry list of attempts to do the right thing, with fellow comic Aparna Nancherla. The conversation was recorded on September 15, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-09-1755 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkPreet Bharara with Jeff Greenfield: Doing JusticePreet Bharara, former federal prosecutor for the Southern District of New York, discusses his new book, Doing Justice, about how our justice system works and why we need to find the humanity in our legal system and our society, with Jeff Greenfield. The conversation was recorded on June 6, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-09-121h 28
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkLinda Hirshman and Rebecca Traister on The Epic Battle Against Sexual Abuse and HarassmentLawyer and writer Linda Hirshman discusses her new book, Reckoning: The Epic Battle Against Sexual Abuse and Harassment, with author and New York magazine contributor Rebecca Traister. The conversation was recorded on June 19, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-09-0556 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkThe Cast and Creator of Netflix's Dear White People with BuzzFeed's Sylvia ObellThe cast and creator of Netflix's Dear White People, including Justin Simien, Logan Browning, Antoinette Robertson and Ashley Blaine Featherson, discuss the new season of the hit series with BuzzFeed's Sylvia Obell. The conversation was recorded on July 29, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-09-0552 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkBilly Porter and Ryan Murphy discuss FX's PoseEmmy-nominated Billy Porter and Ryan Murphy, co-creater of Pose on FX, discuss how the series came to be and why it’s shaping into a classic tale for our times. The conversation was recorded on August 13, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-09-051h 01
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkJulio Torres with Fred Armisen on My Favorite Shapes, Los Espookys, SNL, and moreComedian Julio Torres sits down with Fred Armisen to discuss his offbeat new special, My Favorite Shapes, his work on SNL, HBO's Los Espookys, and much more. The conversation was recorded on August 1, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-08-151h 07
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkJennie Garth and Tori Spelling with Jessica Shaw: BH90210 and Beverly Hills, 90210Jennie Garth and Tori Spelling discuss the reboot of Beverly Hills, 90210, the show that helped define '90s TV, with Jessica Shaw, the host of EW Live on SiriusXM. The conversation was recorded on August 5, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-08-0944 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkHeidi Schreck and Laurence Tribe with Dahlia Lithwick: What the Constitution Means to MeHeidi Schreck, the whip-smart playwright and star of the Broadway hit What the Constitution Means to Me, sits down with Harvard Law professor Laurence Tribe and award-winning journalist Dahlia Lithwick to discuss what the Constitution means today and how the play has brought it to life. The conversation was recorded on July 28, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-08-011h 03
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkShailene Woodley with Carolyn Kylstra: Big Little LiesAward-winning actress Shailene Woodley discusses her role in HBO's Big Little Lies and more with SELF editor-in-chief Carolyn Kylstra. The conversation was recorded on June 10, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-07-251h 00
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkDavid Epstein with Malcolm Gladwell on Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized WorldBestselling author David Epstein—who has studied the world's most successful athletes, artists, musicians, inventors, forecasters, and scientists—sits down with Malcolm Gladwell to discuss his new book, Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World. The conversation was recorded on May 30, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-07-181h 01
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkHoward Zinn's A Young People's History of the United StatesHoward Zinn leads a special reading of A Young People's History of the United States, highlighting the words of America's youngest rebels, dissenters and visionaries. Speakers include Tim Robbins, Amber Tamblyn, Staceyann Chin, and more. The event was recorded on May 13, 2009 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-07-111h 15
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkCameron and Tyler Winklevoss, Ben Mezrich, and Paul Vigna: Cryptocurrency and the Future of MoneyCameron and Tyler Winklevoss, founders of the cryptocurrency exchange Gemini, discuss the future of money with Bitcoin Billionaires author Ben Mezrich and the Wall Street Journal's Paul Vigna. The conversation was recorded on July 9, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-07-1155 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkMichael Pollan with Hamilton Morris: What if Psychedelics Could Heal?Michael Pollan—bestselling author of The Omnivore’s Dilemma and In Defense of Food—discusses his latest book, How to Change Your Mind: What the New Science of Psychedelics Teaches Us About Consciousness, Dying, Addiction, Depression, and Transcendence, with journalist and pharmacologist Hamilton Morris. The conversation was recorded on May 29, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-06-271h 16
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkThe Cult of Cooking with Anthony Bourdain, Marcus Samuelsson, and Scott BryanSome of Manhattan's most celebrated chefs discuss the "cult of cooking." Panelists include Anthony Bourdain, chef of Les Halles and author of Kitchen Confidential: Adventures in the Culinary Underbelly; Scott Bryan of Veritas, who has worked at the Gotham Bar & Grill, Le Bernardin and Lespinasse; and Marcus Samuelsson, of the Scandinavian-influenced Aquavit, who was named among the country's great chefs by the Culinary Institute of America. Moderated by Leonard Lopate. Recorded on May 22, 2001 at 92nd Street Y.2019-06-241h 10
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkWanda Sykes with Jonathan Capehart: Not NormalWanda Sykes sits down with the Washington Post's Jonathan Capehart to discuss her new Netflix special, Not Normal. She tackles everything that shouldn’t be funny right now—our current political and cultural climate—with gut-busting wit and intelligence. The conversation was recorded on June 4, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-06-201h 06
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkQueer Eye's Tan France with Antoni Porowski: Naturally TanTan France and Queer Eye castmate Antoni Porowski discuss France's new memoir, Naturally Tan. Hear about how he came of age and found his voice and style. The conversation was recorded on June 4, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-06-141h 05
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkCast and Playwright of To Kill A Mockingbird on Broadway with DeRay McKessonAaron Sorkin, Jeff Daniels, Celia Keenan-Bolger and Gbenga Akinnagbe discuss their Broadway smash hit To Kill A Mockingbird with DeRay McKesson, civil rights activist and author of On the Other Side of Freedom. The conversation was recorded on May 9, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-05-311h 00
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkBill Hader with John Mulaney: HBO's Barry, SNL stories and moreBill Hader and fellow Saturday Night Live alum John Mulaney discuss the trajectory of Hader's career leading up to his star role in HBO's Barry, its new season, and much more. The conversation was recorded on May 12, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-05-231h 33
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkAvengers: Endgame Screenwriters Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely with Dave ItzkoffAvengers: Endgame screenwriters Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely sit down with New York Times culture reporter Dave Itzkoff to discuss their work in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The conversation was recorded on May 2, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-05-1652 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkCraig Ferguson with Kathie Lee Gifford on Riding the Elephant: A MemoirCraig Ferguson, the Emmy Award-winning actor, comedian, and former host of The Late Late Show, sits down with Kathie Lee Gifford to discuss his new book, Riding the Elephant: A Memoir of Altercations, Humiliations, Hallucinations, and Observations. The conversation was recorded on May 7, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-05-1051 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkStacey Abrams with Holland Taylor: Lead from the OutsideStacey Abrams, one of America's rising Democratic stars, sits down with Holland Taylor to discuss her politics, personal story, and new book, Lead from the Outside: How to Build Your Future and Make Real Change. The conversation was recorded on April 11, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-05-031h 05
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkMostly Plants: The Pollan Family with Michael J. Fox and Ali WentworthThe Pollan family - including sisters Tracy, Lori, Dana and mother Corky - discuss their highly acclaimed new book, Mostly Plants. They sit down with Tracy’s husband Michael J. Fox and actress/comedian Ali Wentworth to share family stories and how to create a mostly vegetarian diet the whole family will love. The conversation was recorded on April 17, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-04-2539 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkDavid Brooks on The Second Mountain: The Quest for a Moral LifeNew York Times op-ed columnist David Brooks discusses his new book, The Second Mountain: The Quest for a Moral Life. Join him for a crucial conversation about what’s working, what’s not, whether there’s cause for optimism, and his ideas for finding personal fulfillment in a fractured world. The conversation was recorded on April 15, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-04-181h 00
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkRoz Chast and Patricia Marx with Lena Dunham: Why Don’t You Write My Eulogy Now So I Can Correct It?Cartoonist Roz Chast and humorist Patricia Marx, both longtime contributors to The New Yorker, discuss their new book on motherhood, Why Don’t You Write My Eulogy Now So I Can Correct It?, with Lena Dunham. The conversation was recorded on April 3, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-04-1148 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkThe Public: Emilio Estevez and Alec Baldwin with Alison StewartActor/director Emilio Estevez discusses his new film, The Public, a story tackling homelessness and mental illness, with Alec Baldwin; David Giffin, executive director of the Coalition for the Homeless; Ryan Dowd, author of The Librarian's Guide to Homelessness; and moderator Alison Stewart. The conversation was recorded on April 2, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-04-0549 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkDick Wolf, Sela Ward, Jeremy Sisto, and Ebonée Noel with Vladimir Duthiers: CBS' FBIDick Wolf, creator of the Law & Order franchise, discusses his new CBS series FBI with stars Sela Ward, Jeremy Sisto, Ebonée Noel, and moderator Vladimir Duthiers. The conversation was recorded on February 20, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-03-2958 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkLana Condor in Conversation with THR's Jackie StrauseBreakout actress Lana Condor sits down with Jackie Strause of The Hollywood Reporter, to discuss her successes from her star-turning role in the critically acclaimed Netflix rom-com To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before to James Cameron’s upcoming cyberpunk action feature Alita: Battle Angel. The conversation was recorded on January 9, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York’s 92nd Street Y.2019-03-2143 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkTo Dust: Matthew Broderick, Géza Röhrig and Shawn Snyder with Annette InsdorfMatthew Broderick, along with two special guests — co-star Géza Röhrig and director Shawn Snyder, discuss their new film, To Dust, with Reel Pieces moderator Annette Insdorf. The conversation was recorded on January 20, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York’s 92nd Street Y.2019-03-211h 03
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkThe Superinfluencers: Instagram’s Eva Chen and Something Navy's Arielle CharnasInstagram’s Eva Chen and Something Navy's Arielle Charnas discuss the business and style of fashion in a social media world, the challenges they’ve faced forging their own path to success, and the life lessons Chen is handing down as a parent to the next generation of fashionistas. The conversation was recorded on November 10, 2018 in front of a live audience at New York’s 92nd Street Y.2019-03-211h 08
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkAnn Richards with Katie Couric: A Woman in PoliticsKatie Couric interviews former Texas Governor Ann Richards about her life as a woman in politics and about the current political climate. Among the issues she discussed were the Republican front runners for the 2000 presidential nomination, the possibility of a woman president, and civility in American culture. Recorded March 3, 1999 at 92nd Street Y.2019-03-201h 19
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkPete Hamill: A Drinking LifePete Hamill, journalist and former editor-in-chief, New York Post, is the author of numerous books and screenplays, including a recent memoir, A Drinking Life. In addition to discussing his new book and current work, Hamill addresses some of the problems of New York City. Recorded January 30, 1994 at 92nd Street Y.2019-03-201h 18
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkMarie Kondo with Katie Rosman: Tidying UpGlobal organization guru Marie Kondo sits down with Katie Rosman of the New York Times to discuss her path to sparking joy and new Netflix show, Tidying Up with Marie Kondo. The conversation was recorded on January 8, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York’s 92nd Street Y.2019-02-0747 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkD'Arcy Carden of The Good Place with Broad City's Abbi Jacobson and Ilana GlazerThe brilliant D'Arcy Carden of The Good Place joins Broad City funny women Abbi Jacobson and Ilana Glazer for a wide-ranging discussion on their careers in comedy and television. The conversation was recorded on January 18, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-02-011h 16
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkJamie Oliver and Alison Roman on 5 Ingredients: Quick and Easy FoodCelebrity chef Jamie Oliver sits down with New York Times cooking columnist Alison Roman to discuss his new book, 5 Ingredients: Quick and Easy Food, and his latest food activism projects. The conversation was recorded on January 8, 2019 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-02-0157 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkSteve Coogan, John C. Reilly, and Jon S. Baird with Annette Insdorf: Stan & OllieActors Steve Coogan, John C. Reilly and director Jon S. Baird discuss the making of Stan & Ollie - an endearing bio-pic about the world’s most famous comedy duo, Laurel & Hardy - with Reel Pieces moderator Annette Insdorf. The conversation was recorded on December 8, 2018 in front of a live audience at New York’s 92nd Street Y.2019-01-181h 03
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkRebecca Traister and Lynn Sherr on Good and Mad: How Women's Anger is Reshaping AmericaBestselling author Rebecca Traister discusses her new book, Good and Mad: How Women's Anger is Reshaping America, with award-winning broadcaster Lynn Sherr. The conversation was recorded on December 5, 2018 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2019-01-111h 03
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkShantell Martin with Ilana Glazer: The Art of the LineArtist Shantell Martin - known for her characteristic black-and-white, 3D, spontaneous freestyle compositions - gives a glimpse into her creative process when she sits down with Ilana Glazer, creator and star of Broad City on Comedy Central. The conversation was recorded on November 30, 2018 in front of a live audience at New York’s 92nd Street Y.2019-01-031h 04
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkHugh Jackman and Jason Reitman with Annette Insdorf: The Front RunnerHugh Jackman and director Jason Reitman sit down with Reel Pieces moderator Annette Insdorf to discuss their new film, The Front Runner, a riveting docudrama about the scandal that engulfed Senator Gary Hart's run for President in 1988. The conversation was recorded on October 30, 2018 in front of a live audience at New York’s 92nd Street Y.2018-12-2754 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkTom Hanks with Gayle King: Uncommon TypeTom Hanks sits down with Gayle King to discuss his first collection of fiction, Uncommon Type, a New York Times bestseller. He reflects candidly on the writing and the real world it reflects. The conversation was recorded on November 1, 2018 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2018-12-201h 00
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkViolin virtuoso Itzhak Perlman in conversation with Alan AldaViolin virtuoso Itzhak Perlman joins acclaimed actor and writer Alan Alda for a conversation on his life and work, touching on the fascinating similarities and differences between performing music and acting. The conversation was recorded on November 13, 2018 in front of a live audience at New York’s 92nd Street Y.2018-12-0658 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkJeff Goldblum with Clark Collis: The Capitol Studios SessionsHollywood icon and jazz piano aficionado Jeff Goldblum sits down with Entertainment Weekly's Clark Collis to discuss his debut album, The Capitol Studios Sessions, with his band The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra. The conversation was recorded on November 11, 2018 in front of a live audience at New York’s 92nd Street Y.2018-11-1558 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkJanelle Monáe in conversation with Brittany Spanos: Dirty ComputerGrammy-nominated singer-songwriter, performer, producer, activist, and actress Janelle Monáe sits down with Rolling Stone's Brittany Spanos to discuss her new album, Dirty Computer, a timely and shrewd commentary on present-day America, and much more. The conversation was recorded on October 16, 2018 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2018-10-2652 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkDavid Sanger and Nicholas Kristof on The Perfect Weapon: War, Sabotage and Fear in the Cyber AgeNew York Times national security correspondent David Sanger discusses digital weapons, cyberwar, and his urgent new book, The Perfect Weapon: War, Sabotage and Fear in the Cyber Age, with Nicholas Kristof. The conversation was recorded on June 19, 2018 in front of a live audience at New York’s 92nd Street Y.2018-10-1858 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkBo Burnham with Lauren Duca: Eighth GradeBo Burnham, writer and director of Eighth Grade, sits down with Teen Vogue’s Lauren Duca to discuss how he made the rapid transition from teen YouTube sensation to in-demand comic to filmmaker — and why he’s revisiting the traumas of middle school in his first big-screen outing. The conversation was recorded on July 22, 2018 in front of a live audience at New York’s 92nd Street Y.2018-10-0457 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkMika Brzezinski with Katie Couric: Know Your ValueMorning Joe’s Mika Brzezinski discusses the priceless insights in her new book, Know Your Value: Women, Money, and Getting What You’re Worth. She sits down with Katie Couric to examine #TimesUp, #MeToo and much more. The conversation was recorded on September 27, 2018 in front of a live audience at New York’s 92nd Street Y.2018-09-291h 04
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkDan Pfeiffer, host of Pod Save America, with Peter Hamby: Yes We (Still) CanDan Pfeiffer, host of Pod Save America and former Obama White House communications director, discusses his new book, Yes We (Still) Can: Politics in the Age of Obama, Twitter and Trump, with Peter Hamby, the host of Snapchat's first original mobile show, Good Luck America. The conversation was recorded on June 20, 2018 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2018-09-201h 02
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkBob Woodward with Jacob Weisberg on FEAR: Trump in The White HouseWatergate journalist Bob Woodward discusses his new book, FEAR: Trump in the White House, announced as the most acute and penetrating portrait of a sitting president ever published during the first years of an administration. Slate's Jacob Weisberg moderates. The conversation was recorded on September 12, 2018 in front of a live audience at New York’s 92nd Street Y.2018-09-131h 06
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkQueer Eye Cast with Phillip Picardi: Season 2The cast of Netflix's update of Queer Eye - Bobby Berk, Karamo Brown, Tan France, Antoni Porowski and Jonathan Van Ness - sit down with them and Teen Vogue's Phillip Picardi for an inside look at a smart, funny, and surprisingly moving second season. The conversation was recorded on June 19, 2018 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2018-09-061h 35
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkJonathan Santlofer with Joyce Carol Oates: The Widower's NotebookExplore the power of love, the pain of loss and the experience of moving forward with writer Joyce Carol Oates and writer and artist Jonathan Santlofer, as they discuss their work and the art of the memoir.
After losing his wife, tragically and unexpectedly, Santlofer embarked on a journey of grief and self-discovery that he chronicles in his poignant new book, The Widower’s Notebook. Join him and celebrated author Joyce Carol Oates, who wrote her own memoir, A Widow’s Story, when they sit down for a heartfelt, inspiring conversation. “It is such an achievement, like running uphill against a stro...2018-08-101h 03
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkJimmy Breslin: 92Y's New York Newsday Pulitzer Prize SeriesRecorded May 16, 1989 at New York's 92nd Street Y.2018-08-021h 41The 92nd Street Y, New YorkThe Jews of New York, The Early Period: Pioneers and Adventurers with Irving HoweRecorded on Feb 10, 1976 at New York's 92nd Street Y.2018-08-021h 26
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkTommy Dorfman with Laura Brown: 13 Reasons WhyTommy Dorfman of Netflix’s 13 Reasons Why sits down with InStyle’s Laura Brown to discuss his breakthrough role and how he’s using his acting career as a platform for activism and change. The conversation was recorded on June 20, 2018 in front of a live audience at New York’s 92nd Street Y.2018-08-0240 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkLaurie Anderson and Neil Gaiman: All the Things I Lost in the FloodArtist, composer, filmmaker and performer Laurie Anderson sits down with author and graphic novelist Neil Gaiman to discuss her career-spanning book, All the Things I Lost in the Flood, and exciting new projects. The conversation was recorded on April 17, 2018 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2018-07-121h 16
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkRichard Cohen and Meredith Vieira with Dr. Oz: Chasing HopeRichard M. Cohen, the respected former CBS News producer, sits down with his wife, former Today Show co-host Meredith Vieira, and Dr. Oz to discuss life with multiple sclerosis and his new book, Chasing Hope, the account of his exploration into the cutting-edge world of stem cell research. The conversation was recorded on May 7, 2018 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2018-07-1155 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkNatalie Morales with Al Roker: At Home with NatalieThe Today Show's Natalie Morales sits down with Al Roker to discuss her debut cookbook, At Home with Natalie: Simple Recipes for Healthy Living from My Family's Kitchen to Yours, and share personal stories from her life. The conversation was recorded on April 16, 2018 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2018-06-2947 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkAli Wentworth with Debra Messing: Go Ask AliActress and comedian Ali Wentworth sits down with Debra Messing to discuss her new book, Go Ask Ali — where she channels her inner Dear Abby to deliver tips, pointers and judgments on life’s stickiest situations. The conversation was recorded on April 25, 2018 in front of a live audience at New York’s 92nd Street Y.2018-06-2155 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkRachel Weisz with Annette Insdorf: DisobedienceAcademy-Award winning actress Rachel Weisz sits down with Reel Pieces moderator Annette Insdorf to discuss her new film Disobedience and a career that includes mainstream successes like The Bourne Legacy and independent prize-winners. The conversation was recorded on April 23, 2018 in front of a live audience at New York’s 92nd Street Y.2018-06-1454 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkCast and Creators of The Band’s Visit with Michael PaulsonCast and creators of the Broadway hit, The Band's Visit, discuss this deeply human and humorous musical. Composer and lyricist David Yazbek, librettist Itamar Moses, director David Cromer, producer Orin Wolf, and cast members Katrina Lenk and Ari’el Stachel sit down with Michael Paulson, theater reporter for The New York Times. The conversation was recorded on April 15, 2018 in front of a live audience at New York’s 92nd Street Y.2018-06-071h 10
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkAXIOS’ Smarter Faster Revolution: Restoring Trust in Real News with Jim VandeHei and Mike AllenAt a time when we’re all losing trust in most of what we read and hear, there’s more need than ever to restore trust in real news with reliable, shareable information.
In this era of “fake news,” Axios founders Jim VandeHei and Mike Allen are launching a campaign — the Smarter Faster Revolution — to make the world smarter on the most important issues of the day. Smarter Faster Revolution focuses on the big issues impacting our economy, policy and culture, giving readers the information they need and knowledgeable analysis on why it matters.
Recorded on May 2, 2018 before a live audience at...2018-06-0655 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkErrol Morris on The Ashtray (Or the Man Who Denied Reality)Oscar-winning filmmaker Errol Morris expands on the series of pieces he wrote for The New York Times about how his experience as a young student with eminent historian of science Thomas Kuhn led him to ask big questions about how we know about truth and the nature of reality.
With the help not only of philosophers but also of such wide-ranging sources as The Man Who Shot Liberty Valence, Lewis Carroll, Kafka, Orwell, and Twain, Morris mounts a powerful argument for the stability of truth, and the crucial importance of pursuing it — the same goal he has pursued throughout his st...2018-06-0658 min
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkCecile Richards and Jessica Williams: Make TroubleCecile Richards, former president of Planned Parenthood and author of the new book, Make Trouble: Standing Up, Speaking Out, and Finding the Courage to Lead, discusses what it takes to stand up for what you believe in and transform our world today with comedian and actor Jessica Williams. The conversation was recorded on May 8, 2018 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2018-06-051h 06
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkJason Kander and Cleo Wade with Symone Sanders: Be the Change You Want to See in 2018Two transformative young leaders, Missouri’s former Secretary of State Jason Kander and artist-poet-author Cleo Wade, discuss their bold new projects and hopes for the future with social visionary Symone Sanders. The conversation was recorded on April 20, 2018 in front of a live audience at New York’s 92nd Street Y.2018-06-051h 07
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkTony Kushner with Isaac Butler and Dan Kois: Angels in AmericaPulitzer Prize winning playwright Tony Kushner discusses the Broadway play Angels in America and its legacy with Isaac Butler and Dan Kois, authors of The World Only Spins Forward, an oral history of Angels as told by the artists who created it and the audiences forever changed by it. The conversation was recorded on May 4, 2018 in front of a live audience at New York’s 92nd Street Y.2018-05-171h 17
The 92nd Street Y, New YorkAlex Wagner with Ta-Nehisi Coates: FuturefaceAlex Wagner, journalist and author of the gripping new book Futureface, is joined by National Book Award winner Ta-Nehisi Coates for a profound discussion on the American experience of race, immigration, exile and identity. The conversation was recorded on April 26, 2018 in front of a live audience at New York's 92nd Street Y.2018-05-1053 min