Cityscape (WFUV)
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Cityscape: Typhoid Mary
Her story reads like a Hollywood film: A woman who seems healthy is quarantined on a remote island off New York City because it’s feared she’s spreading a deadly disease.Mary Mallon – better known as Typhoid Mary — spent much of her life quarantined on North Brother Island. So close, but yet so far away from the hustle and bustle of Manhattan. She was the first known healthy carrier of typhoid fever. Author Mary Beth Keane penned a novel based on Mary Mallon's life. It's called "Fever," and...
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A Show About Moms
Sunday is Mother’s Day. A day to celebrate moms and all they do. But not any one relationship between a mother and child is the same. On this week's Cityscape, we’re exploring the role of mothers in our lives and in society. Our guests include the founder of the Museum of Motherhood in Manhattan.
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Warm Thoughts
Spring is still a ways away — meaning many more days of potentially cold weather. But, instead of complaining about it, we’re doing something about it. We’re devoting this half-hour of Cityscape to thinking warm. We'll warm up with segments on knitting, quilting, hot chocolate and hot yoga.
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New York Natives vs. Transplants
New York City’s filled with people of all shapes, sizes, ethnicities and backgrounds. Many are born and bred here. Others move to the big city to fulfill their dreams. Former Mayor Ed Koch once said you’re a true New Yorker after living in the Big Apple for at least 10 years. But, nevertheless, battles sometimes erupt over when you can say you’re from New York despite your place of origin. This week we’re hearing from a born and bred New Yorker, a transplant, and a writer who lived in New...
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Let There Be Light
Hanukkah,the festival of lights, begins at sundown Saturday. On this week's Cityscape, a renowned storyteller and a singer-guitarist combine their talents to share a Hanukkah tale. Also this week, they say the neon lights are bright on Broadway. But, Times Square is not the only place in New York City where neon lights shine brightly. Architectural designer Thomas Rinaldi spent a number of years cataloging neon signs around the city. Signs that are slowly disappearing as lighting technology...
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Presidential Politics
With election day inching closer and closer, we’re focusing our attention on presidential politics on this week's Cityscape. We'll talk with an NYU religious studies professor about the role faith plays in politics. We'll also check in with a presidential studies professor at Hofstra University about the impact debates have on White House runs. And, we'll talk with a New York City-based artist who is making his creative voice heard this election season with an exhibit titled Your Land/My...
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Opa! Greek in NYC
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Strike a Chord: Seniors
We all face a new set of challenges as we get older. All this month, WFUV has been highlighting organizations that work to assist older adults as part of our Strike a Chord campaign. We’ve also been delving into many of the issues that impact seniors. This week on Cityscape, we’ll be continuing that exploration, including a look into the lives of grandparents tasked with raising their grandchildren and LGBT seniors.
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The Triangle Fire: 100 Years Later
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The Inevitable
Death – a lot of us try to avoid the subject at all costs, but it’s the one inevitable part of life. On this week's Cityscape, we're exploring death from a variety of perspectives, including that of 19th century New York City. We'll also hear from a New York Times obituary writer and talk with an expert in end-of-life planning at Woodlawn Cemetery in the Bronx.
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Warm and Cozy
Staten Island Chuck and Punxatawney Phil agreed this winter won’t last much longer, but with the wacky weather we’ve experienced this season, it’s hard to tell what to expect. We still have more than 20 days to go until the first day of Spring, so this week we're sharing some ways to help make the last bit of winter warm and cozy in New York City. On this week's Cityscape, we'll visit a tropical oasis in the Bronx, a hot chocolate festival in Manhattan and other warm places.
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The Oft-Forgotten Borough
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Urban Hounds
With the Westminster Kennel Club’s 135th annual dog show kicking off Monday at Madison Square Garden, we thought there’s no better time to do a show about dogs in the city. On this week's Cityscape, we'll talk with a judge from the Westminster Dog Show, go for a walk with a professional dog walker and her canine client, and learn all about the efforts of Animal Care and Control of New York City.
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New York Natives vs. Transplants
New York City’s filled with people of all shapes, sizes, ethnicities and backgrounds. Many are born and bred here. Others move to the big city to fulfill their dreams. Former Mayor Ed Koch once said you’re a true New Yorker after living in the Big Apple for at least 10 years. But, nevertheless, battles sometimes erupt over when you can say you’re from New York despite your place of origin. This week we’re hearing from a born and bred New Yorker, a transplant, and a writer who lived in New...
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New York Natives vs. Transplants
New York City’s filled with people of all shapes, sizes, ethnicities and backgrounds. Many are born and bred here. Others move to the big city to fulfill their dreams. Former Mayor Ed Koch once said you’re a true New Yorker after living in the Big Apple for at least 10 years. But, nevertheless, battles sometimes erupt over when you can say you’re from New York despite your place of origin. This week we’re hearing from a born and bred New Yorker, a transplant, and a writer who lived in New...
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New York Natives vs. Transplants
New York City’s filled with people of all shapes, sizes, ethnicities and backgrounds. Many are born and bred here. Others move to the big city to fulfill their dreams. Former Mayor Ed Koch once said you’re a true New Yorker after living in the Big Apple for at least 10 years. But, nevertheless, battles sometimes erupt over when you can say you’re from New York despite your place of origin. This week we’re hearing from a born and bred New Yorker, a transplant, and a writer who lived in New...
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New York Natives vs. Transplants
New York City’s filled with people of all shapes, sizes, ethnicities and backgrounds. Many are born and bred here. Others move to the big city to fulfill their dreams. Former Mayor Ed Koch once said you’re a true New Yorker after living in the Big Apple for at least 10 years. But, nevertheless, battles sometimes erupt over when you can say you’re from New York despite your place of origin. This week we’re hearing from a born and bred New Yorker, a transplant, and a writer who lived in New...
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New York Natives vs. Transplants
New York City’s filled with people of all shapes, sizes, ethnicities and backgrounds. Many are born and bred here. Others move to the big city to fulfill their dreams. Former Mayor Ed Koch once said you’re a true New Yorker after living in the Big Apple for at least 10 years. But, nevertheless, battles sometimes erupt over when you can say you’re from New York despite your place of origin. This week we’re hearing from a born and bred New Yorker, a transplant, and a writer who lived in New...
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New York Natives vs. Transplants
New York City’s filled with people of all shapes, sizes, ethnicities and backgrounds. Many are born and bred here. Others move to the big city to fulfill their dreams. Former Mayor Ed Koch once said you’re a true New Yorker after living in the Big Apple for at least 10 years. But, nevertheless, battles sometimes erupt over when you can say you’re from New York despite your place of origin. This week we’re hearing from a born and bred New Yorker, a transplant, and a writer who lived in New...
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New York Natives vs. Transplants
New York City’s filled with people of all shapes, sizes, ethnicities and backgrounds. Many are born and bred here. Others move to the big city to fulfill their dreams. Former Mayor Ed Koch once said you’re a true New Yorker after living in the Big Apple for at least 10 years. But, nevertheless, battles sometimes erupt over when you can say you’re from New York despite your place of origin. This week we’re hearing from a born and bred New Yorker, a transplant, and a writer who lived in New...
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New York Natives vs. Transplants
New York City’s filled with people of all shapes, sizes, ethnicities and backgrounds. Many are born and bred here. Others move to the big city to fulfill their dreams. Former Mayor Ed Koch once said you’re a true New Yorker after living in the Big Apple for at least 10 years. But, nevertheless, battles sometimes erupt over when you can say you’re from New York despite your place of origin. This week we’re hearing from a born and bred New Yorker, a transplant, and a writer who lived in New...
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New York Natives vs. Transplants
New York City’s filled with people of all shapes, sizes, ethnicities and backgrounds. Many are born and bred here. Others move to the big city to fulfill their dreams. Former Mayor Ed Koch once said you’re a true New Yorker after living in the Big Apple for at least 10 years. But, nevertheless, battles sometimes erupt over when you can say you’re from New York despite your place of origin. This week we’re hearing from a born and bred New Yorker, a transplant, and a writer who lived in New...
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New York Natives vs. Transplants
New York City’s filled with people of all shapes, sizes, ethnicities and backgrounds. Many are born and bred here. Others move to the big city to fulfill their dreams. Former Mayor Ed Koch once said you’re a true New Yorker after living in the Big Apple for at least 10 years. But, nevertheless, battles sometimes erupt over when you can say you’re from New York despite your place of origin. This week we’re hearing from a born and bred New Yorker, a transplant, and a writer who lived in New...
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New York Natives vs. Transplants
New York City’s filled with people of all shapes, sizes, ethnicities and backgrounds. Many are born and bred here. Others move to the big city to fulfill their dreams. Former Mayor Ed Koch once said you’re a true New Yorker after living in the Big Apple for at least 10 years. But, nevertheless, battles sometimes erupt over when you can say you’re from New York despite your place of origin. This week we’re hearing from a born and bred New Yorker, a transplant, and a writer who lived in New...
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New York Natives vs. Transplants
New York City’s filled with people of all shapes, sizes, ethnicities and backgrounds. Many are born and bred here. Others move to the big city to fulfill their dreams. Former Mayor Ed Koch once said you’re a true New Yorker after living in the Big Apple for at least 10 years. But, nevertheless, battles sometimes erupt over when you can say you’re from New York despite your place of origin. This week we’re hearing from a born and bred New Yorker, a transplant, and a writer who lived in New...
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New York Natives vs. Transplants
New York City’s filled with people of all shapes, sizes, ethnicities and backgrounds. Many are born and bred here. Others move to the big city to fulfill their dreams. Former Mayor Ed Koch once said you’re a true New Yorker after living in the Big Apple for at least 10 years. But, nevertheless, battles sometimes erupt over when you can say you’re from New York despite your place of origin. This week we’re hearing from a born and bred New Yorker, a transplant, and a writer who lived in New...
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New York Natives vs. Transplants
New York City’s filled with people of all shapes, sizes, ethnicities and backgrounds. Many are born and bred here. Others move to the big city to fulfill their dreams. Former Mayor Ed Koch once said you’re a true New Yorker after living in the Big Apple for at least 10 years. But, nevertheless, battles sometimes erupt over when you can say you’re from New York despite your place of origin. This week we’re hearing from a born and bred New Yorker, a transplant, and a writer who lived in New...
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Let There Be Light
Hanukkah,the festival of lights, begins at sundown Saturday. On this week's Cityscape, a renowned storyteller and a singer-guitarist combine their talents to share a Hanukkah tale. Also this week, they say the neon lights are bright on Broadway. But, Times Square is not the only place in New York City where neon lights shine brightly. Architectural designer Thomas Rinaldi spent a number of years cataloging neon signs around the city. Signs that are slowly disappearing as lighting technology...
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Let There Be Light
Hanukkah,the festival of lights, begins at sundown Saturday. On this week's Cityscape, a renowned storyteller and a singer-guitarist combine their talents to share a Hanukkah tale. Also this week, they say the neon lights are bright on Broadway. But, Times Square is not the only place in New York City where neon lights shine brightly. Architectural designer Thomas Rinaldi spent a number of years cataloging neon signs around the city. Signs that are slowly disappearing as lighting technology...
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Let There Be Light
Hanukkah,the festival of lights, begins at sundown Saturday. On this week's Cityscape, a renowned storyteller and a singer-guitarist combine their talents to share a Hanukkah tale. Also this week, they say the neon lights are bright on Broadway. But, Times Square is not the only place in New York City where neon lights shine brightly. Architectural designer Thomas Rinaldi spent a number of years cataloging neon signs around the city. Signs that are slowly disappearing as lighting technology...
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Let There Be Light
Hanukkah,the festival of lights, begins at sundown Saturday. On this week's Cityscape, a renowned storyteller and a singer-guitarist combine their talents to share a Hanukkah tale. Also this week, they say the neon lights are bright on Broadway. But, Times Square is not the only place in New York City where neon lights shine brightly. Architectural designer Thomas Rinaldi spent a number of years cataloging neon signs around the city. Signs that are slowly disappearing as lighting technology...
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Let There Be Light
Hanukkah,the festival of lights, begins at sundown Saturday. On this week's Cityscape, a renowned storyteller and a singer-guitarist combine their talents to share a Hanukkah tale. Also this week, they say the neon lights are bright on Broadway. But, Times Square is not the only place in New York City where neon lights shine brightly. Architectural designer Thomas Rinaldi spent a number of years cataloging neon signs around the city. Signs that are slowly disappearing as lighting technology...
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Let There Be Light
Hanukkah,the festival of lights, begins at sundown Saturday. On this week's Cityscape, a renowned storyteller and a singer-guitarist combine their talents to share a Hanukkah tale. Also this week, they say the neon lights are bright on Broadway. But, Times Square is not the only place in New York City where neon lights shine brightly. Architectural designer Thomas Rinaldi spent a number of years cataloging neon signs around the city. Signs that are slowly disappearing as lighting technology...
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Let There Be Light
Hanukkah,the festival of lights, begins at sundown Saturday. On this week's Cityscape, a renowned storyteller and a singer-guitarist combine their talents to share a Hanukkah tale. Also this week, they say the neon lights are bright on Broadway. But, Times Square is not the only place in New York City where neon lights shine brightly. Architectural designer Thomas Rinaldi spent a number of years cataloging neon signs around the city. Signs that are slowly disappearing as lighting technology...
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Let There Be Light
Hanukkah,the festival of lights, begins at sundown Saturday. On this week's Cityscape, a renowned storyteller and a singer-guitarist combine their talents to share a Hanukkah tale. Also this week, they say the neon lights are bright on Broadway. But, Times Square is not the only place in New York City where neon lights shine brightly. Architectural designer Thomas Rinaldi spent a number of years cataloging neon signs around the city. Signs that are slowly disappearing as lighting technology...
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Let There Be Light
Hanukkah,the festival of lights, begins at sundown Saturday. On this week's Cityscape, a renowned storyteller and a singer-guitarist combine their talents to share a Hanukkah tale. Also this week, they say the neon lights are bright on Broadway. But, Times Square is not the only place in New York City where neon lights shine brightly. Architectural designer Thomas Rinaldi spent a number of years cataloging neon signs around the city. Signs that are slowly disappearing as lighting technology...
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Let There Be Light
Hanukkah,the festival of lights, begins at sundown Saturday. On this week's Cityscape, a renowned storyteller and a singer-guitarist combine their talents to share a Hanukkah tale. Also this week, they say the neon lights are bright on Broadway. But, Times Square is not the only place in New York City where neon lights shine brightly. Architectural designer Thomas Rinaldi spent a number of years cataloging neon signs around the city. Signs that are slowly disappearing as lighting technology...
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Let There Be Light
Hanukkah,the festival of lights, begins at sundown Saturday. On this week's Cityscape, a renowned storyteller and a singer-guitarist combine their talents to share a Hanukkah tale. Also this week, they say the neon lights are bright on Broadway. But, Times Square is not the only place in New York City where neon lights shine brightly. Architectural designer Thomas Rinaldi spent a number of years cataloging neon signs around the city. Signs that are slowly disappearing as lighting technology...
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Let There Be Light
Hanukkah,the festival of lights, begins at sundown Saturday. On this week's Cityscape, a renowned storyteller and a singer-guitarist combine their talents to share a Hanukkah tale. Also this week, they say the neon lights are bright on Broadway. But, Times Square is not the only place in New York City where neon lights shine brightly. Architectural designer Thomas Rinaldi spent a number of years cataloging neon signs around the city. Signs that are slowly disappearing as lighting technology...
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Let There Be Light
Hanukkah,the festival of lights, begins at sundown Saturday. On this week's Cityscape, a renowned storyteller and a singer-guitarist combine their talents to share a Hanukkah tale. Also this week, they say the neon lights are bright on Broadway. But, Times Square is not the only place in New York City where neon lights shine brightly. Architectural designer Thomas Rinaldi spent a number of years cataloging neon signs around the city. Signs that are slowly disappearing as lighting technology...
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Let There Be Light
Hanukkah,the festival of lights, begins at sundown Saturday. On this week's Cityscape, a renowned storyteller and a singer-guitarist combine their talents to share a Hanukkah tale. Also this week, they say the neon lights are bright on Broadway. But, Times Square is not the only place in New York City where neon lights shine brightly. Architectural designer Thomas Rinaldi spent a number of years cataloging neon signs around the city. Signs that are slowly disappearing as lighting technology...
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Presidential Politics
With election day inching closer and closer, we’re focusing our attention on presidential politics on this week's Cityscape. We'll talk with an NYU religious studies professor about the role faith plays in politics. We'll also check in with a presidential studies professor at Hofstra University about the impact debates have on White House runs. And, we'll talk with a New York City-based artist who is making his creative voice heard this election season with an exhibit titled Your Land/My...
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Presidential Politics
With election day inching closer and closer, we’re focusing our attention on presidential politics on this week's Cityscape. We'll talk with an NYU religious studies professor about the role faith plays in politics. We'll also check in with a presidential studies professor at Hofstra University about the impact debates have on White House runs. And, we'll talk with a New York City-based artist who is making his creative voice heard this election season with an exhibit titled Your Land/My...
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Presidential Politics
With election day inching closer and closer, we’re focusing our attention on presidential politics on this week's Cityscape. We'll talk with an NYU religious studies professor about the role faith plays in politics. We'll also check in with a presidential studies professor at Hofstra University about the impact debates have on White House runs. And, we'll talk with a New York City-based artist who is making his creative voice heard this election season with an exhibit titled Your Land/My...
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Presidential Politics
With election day inching closer and closer, we’re focusing our attention on presidential politics on this week's Cityscape. We'll talk with an NYU religious studies professor about the role faith plays in politics. We'll also check in with a presidential studies professor at Hofstra University about the impact debates have on White House runs. And, we'll talk with a New York City-based artist who is making his creative voice heard this election season with an exhibit titled Your Land/My...
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Presidential Politics
With election day inching closer and closer, we’re focusing our attention on presidential politics on this week's Cityscape. We'll talk with an NYU religious studies professor about the role faith plays in politics. We'll also check in with a presidential studies professor at Hofstra University about the impact debates have on White House runs. And, we'll talk with a New York City-based artist who is making his creative voice heard this election season with an exhibit titled Your Land/My...
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Presidential Politics
With election day inching closer and closer, we’re focusing our attention on presidential politics on this week's Cityscape. We'll talk with an NYU religious studies professor about the role faith plays in politics. We'll also check in with a presidential studies professor at Hofstra University about the impact debates have on White House runs. And, we'll talk with a New York City-based artist who is making his creative voice heard this election season with an exhibit titled Your Land/My...
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Presidential Politics
With election day inching closer and closer, we’re focusing our attention on presidential politics on this week's Cityscape. We'll talk with an NYU religious studies professor about the role faith plays in politics. We'll also check in with a presidential studies professor at Hofstra University about the impact debates have on White House runs. And, we'll talk with a New York City-based artist who is making his creative voice heard this election season with an exhibit titled Your Land/My...
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Presidential Politics
With election day inching closer and closer, we’re focusing our attention on presidential politics on this week's Cityscape. We'll talk with an NYU religious studies professor about the role faith plays in politics. We'll also check in with a presidential studies professor at Hofstra University about the impact debates have on White House runs. And, we'll talk with a New York City-based artist who is making his creative voice heard this election season with an exhibit titled Your Land/My...
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Presidential Politics
With election day inching closer and closer, we’re focusing our attention on presidential politics on this week's Cityscape. We'll talk with an NYU religious studies professor about the role faith plays in politics. We'll also check in with a presidential studies professor at Hofstra University about the impact debates have on White House runs. And, we'll talk with a New York City-based artist who is making his creative voice heard this election season with an exhibit titled Your Land/My...
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Presidential Politics
With election day inching closer and closer, we’re focusing our attention on presidential politics on this week's Cityscape. We'll talk with an NYU religious studies professor about the role faith plays in politics. We'll also check in with a presidential studies professor at Hofstra University about the impact debates have on White House runs. And, we'll talk with a New York City-based artist who is making his creative voice heard this election season with an exhibit titled Your Land/My...
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Presidential Politics
With election day inching closer and closer, we’re focusing our attention on presidential politics on this week's Cityscape. We'll talk with an NYU religious studies professor about the role faith plays in politics. We'll also check in with a presidential studies professor at Hofstra University about the impact debates have on White House runs. And, we'll talk with a New York City-based artist who is making his creative voice heard this election season with an exhibit titled Your Land/My...
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Presidential Politics
With election day inching closer and closer, we’re focusing our attention on presidential politics on this week's Cityscape. We'll talk with an NYU religious studies professor about the role faith plays in politics. We'll also check in with a presidential studies professor at Hofstra University about the impact debates have on White House runs. And, we'll talk with a New York City-based artist who is making his creative voice heard this election season with an exhibit titled Your Land/My...
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Presidential Politics
With election day inching closer and closer, we’re focusing our attention on presidential politics on this week's Cityscape. We'll talk with an NYU religious studies professor about the role faith plays in politics. We'll also check in with a presidential studies professor at Hofstra University about the impact debates have on White House runs. And, we'll talk with a New York City-based artist who is making his creative voice heard this election season with an exhibit titled Your Land/My...
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Open House New York
Next weekend, New Yorkers and tourists alike will get the chance to snoop around at sites throughout the city that are typically off limits to the public. It's all part of Open House New York weekend. The event provides an all access pass to hundreds of New York landmarks, businesses, parks and even private homes. On this morning Cityscape, we're taking a sneak peek at some of the places that'll be open for view during Open House New York weekend, Saturday, October 9th and Sunday, October...
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Our Favorite Finds
New York City is full of countless discoveries. You'll find surprises just about everywhere -- at museums, in office towers, parks and even in restaurants. On this week's Cityscape, we revisit some of our favorite finds, as we ask you to find some money in your pocket for WFUV during our fall membership drive.
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Blues and Jazz
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911 Birthdays
Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE Nine years ago today, terrorists attacked. The twin towers collapsed. Nearly 3,000 people were killed. However, amid the tragedies of 9/11, hope was literally born. An estimated 10,000 American families welcomed a new baby into the world on September 11th, 2001. A couple of those families share their stories on this week's Cityscape.
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9/11 Health Perspective
Next Saturday marks the 9 year anniversary of the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center. Over the past several years, we’ve heard a lot about the illnesses that have afflicted rescue and recovery workers who toiled at the site. But, on this week's Cityscape, we focus more specifically on the plight of those who lived, worked and studied in the area around ground zero. Our guests include a computer programmer who worked on the 68th floor of the south tower. She developed asthma shortly...
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Pests in the City
These days the mere sight of a mattress left on the street is enough to make your skin crawl. But, the fear of bedbugs is justified. The blood sucking insects are a growing problem in New York City. In fact, not even the city’s most iconic building is safe. Bedbugs were recently found at the Empire State Building. On this week's Cityscape, we’re focusing our attention on bedbugs and other pesky critters.
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Street Games
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Hot Time in the Old Town
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Tiny Things in the Big Apple
It's often said that we should "learn to appreciate the little things in life." Well, we’ve decided to take a closer look at that saying, quite literally! On this week's Cityscape, we’re delving into all manner of teeny tiny things in New York City; from a Brooklyn artist’s ant farms to a miniature book collection to a film maker’s version of a toy land, to a Manhattan woman's collection of tiny troll dolls.
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Cycling in NYC
More and more New Yorkers are taking to cycling to get around. In fact, bicycling is up 28 percent, with about 200,000 New Yorkers riding bikes every day, according to the group Transportation Alternatives. Take a ride with us on this week's Cityscape as we journey through several aspects of cycling in New York City.
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Obesity in NYC
Research shows the majority of adults in New York City are overweight or obese and the statistics for children aren't much rosier. Studies show 4 in 10 elementary school children are in the same category. On this week's Cityscape, we look into why obesity is such a problem and what city officials are doing to address the matter. Also, one woman shares her very personal battle with weight issues.
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Grandpa Had a Long One
Over the years, Manhattan's Lower East Side has produced a number of famous artists, including Luther Vandross. But, little is heard about those who made it only to the fringe of success. Benny Bell grew up on the Lower East Side and dreamed of being the next Irving Berlin. He wrote and sung hundreds of songs, many of them double entendre novelty tunes. But, his music career never fully took off. On this edition of Cityscape, Bell's grandson, Joel Samberg, shares his granddad's story.
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The Story of 42nd Street
Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE Theater, bright lights and crowds are just some of the things that come to mind at the mention of 42nd Street, but this famous crosstown thoroughfare has humble beginnings. On this edition of Cityscape, the story of 42nd Street.
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The Shark Show
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Coming Out From Behind the Badge
An openly gay New York City firefighter shares his story. Plus the author of a book about "out" police officers talks about being gay in law enforcement.
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The Jobless
A couple of years ago, when the economy took a turn for the worse, a lot of people found themselves out of work. Today, the unemployment numbers are a bit rosier. But, while some people are saying the worst of the recession is over, the jobless have an entirely different story to tell. As part of WFUV's Strike a Chord campaign on the jobless, Cityscape this week delves into issues facing unemployed people and programs in place to help them get their lives back on track.
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Alphabet City
Not so long ago, the name Alphabet City stirred up images of squatters, vacant lots, drug dealers, and burned-out buildings. These days the neighborhood's known for high-priced real estate, stylish bars, funky shopping, and the upwardly mobile. On this week's Cityscape, we're taking an in-depth look at the past and present of the Manhattan neighborhood around Avenues A, B, C and D, from 14th Street to Houston Street.
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Read All About It
Over the past few years, we've heard a lot of talk about the sorry state of the newspaper industry. Much of the attention has been focused on big dailies. But, what's the state of high school newspapers. On this edition of Cityscape, we'll talk with the author of a new study on New York City's high school newspapers. We'll also hear from the author of Off The Beaten (Subway) Track: New York City's Best Unusual Attractions.
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Teens in Trouble
Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE It’s not uncommon for a teen-ager to experience growing pains. But, a lot of them ride it out, sometimes with the help of their parents. But, not all kids have a support system, and home is the last place they’ll turn to for help. On this week's Cityscape, we focus our attention on runaway and homeless youth in New York City.
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Read All About It
Over the past few years, we've heard a lot of talk about the sorry state of the newspaper industry. Much of the attention has been focused on big dailies. But, what's the state of high school newspapers. On this edition of Cityscape, we'll talk with the author of a new study on New York City's high school newspapers. We'll also hear from the author of Off The Beaten (Subway) Track: New York City's Best Unusual Attractions.
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Read All About It
Over the past few years, we've heard a lot of talk about the sorry state of the newspaper industry. Much of the attention has been focused on big dailies. But, what's the state of high school newspapers. On this edition of Cityscape, we'll talk with the author of a new study on New York City's high school newspapers. We'll also hear from the author of Off The Beaten (Subway) Track: New York City's Best Unusual Attractions.
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Read All About It
Over the past few years, we've heard a lot of talk about the sorry state of the newspaper industry. Much of the attention has been focused on big dailies. But, what's the state of high school newspapers. On this edition of Cityscape, we'll talk with the author of a new study on New York City's high school newspapers. We'll also hear from the author of Off The Beaten (Subway) Track: New York City's Best Unusual Attractions.
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Read All About It
Over the past few years, we've heard a lot of talk about the sorry state of the newspaper industry. Much of the attention has been focused on big dailies. But, what's the state of high school newspapers. On this edition of Cityscape, we'll talk with the author of a new study on New York City's high school newspapers. We'll also hear from the author of Off The Beaten (Subway) Track: New York City's Best Unusual Attractions.
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Read All About It
Over the past few years, we've heard a lot of talk about the sorry state of the newspaper industry. Much of the attention has been focused on big dailies. But, what's the state of high school newspapers. On this edition of Cityscape, we'll talk with the author of a new study on New York City's high school newspapers. We'll also hear from the author of Off The Beaten (Subway) Track: New York City's Best Unusual Attractions.
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Read All About It
Over the past few years, we've heard a lot of talk about the sorry state of the newspaper industry. Much of the attention has been focused on big dailies. But, what's the state of high school newspapers. On this edition of Cityscape, we'll talk with the author of a new study on New York City's high school newspapers. We'll also hear from the author of Off The Beaten (Subway) Track: New York City's Best Unusual Attractions.
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Bugging Out
They’re all around us…in our homes, in our places of work, in our backyards, and in the air…what are we talking about? Insects. On this week's Cityscape, we're exploring the world of bugs. We'll talk with the author of a new book called Insectopedia, visit a Manhattan eatery that serves grasshoppers (and eat them too), talk with a Brooklyn artist who dabbles in insect photography and meet a pair of professional "insect-pinners" in SoHo.
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That '80s Show
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The Lindsay Years
John Lindsay’s tumultuous two terms as mayor of New York City were marked by strikes, racial divisions and fiscal problems. And more than 40 years later, his legacy remains as mixed as ever. On this week's Cityscape, we look back on the Lindsay era. Our guests include New York Times Urban Affairs Correspondent, Sam Roberts and Tom Casciato, the Executive Producer of a new public television documentary called Fun City Revisited: The Lindsay Years.
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Complaints in the City
If you live in New York City, it’s more than likely you’ve called the oft-dialed 3-1-1 to complain about whatever’s fraying your nerves. On this week's Cityscape, we'll get a first hand look at the 3-1-1 call center in Lower Manhattan and talk with two call service representatives. We'll also talk with a woman on the front lines in the fight against noise, the most common quality of life complaint in New York City. And we'll chat with the author of the New York City Museum of Complaint, a...
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Superhero-Dom
In—he comics, Superman protects the fictitious city of Metropolis, which of course, bears a striking resemblance to New York. In fact, a lot of comic book superheroes fight for justice in a city very much like New York -- or in New York itself. Peter Parker – AKA – “your friendly neighborhood Spiderman” – hails from Queens. On this week's Cityscape, superheroes in NYC -- real and make-believe. —————————
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Cityscape's Greatest Hits
With—o many diverse cultures and people in New York City, it’s no wonder there are so many extraordinary stories to tell. On this edition of Cityscape, some of our favorite segments from over the years. This "best of" show coincides with WFUV's Spring Fund Drive. Support the Cityscape podcast and WFUV by clicking the "contribute now" button at WFUV.org ———
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Understanding Alcoholism
On this week's Cityscape, a Manhattan resident talks candidly about being a recovering alcoholic. Also this week, a preview of New York City's first gay boutique hotel slated to open in Manhattan's Hell's Kitchen.
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Sisters in the Brotherhoods
On this week's Cityscape, we shine a spotlight on women working in traditionally male blue collar jobs.
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NYC After Dark
For a lot of people, New York City is the very definition of nightlife. On this week's Cityscape, we'll find out what's hot in the city after dark and delve into some of the issues and concerns that revolve around nightlife, from liquor licenses to safety to noise complaints.
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Affordable Housing
As part of WFUV's Strike a Chord campaign, this week's Cityscape is all about affordable housing. We'll get into the nitty gritty of what that term means in New York City, talk to the city's housing commissioner about efforts to build and preserve affordable housing and take a step inside an affordable housing complex in midtown Manhattan that some say is nothing short of a miracle.
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Bronx Movie Magic
The Bronx is a borough that conjures up a wide variety of images…Hip Hop...the Yankees…the Zoo…and if you’re of a certain age, you might think of the urban decay of the 1970’s and 80’s. Over the years, Hollywood has helped to perpetuate many of the negative images of the Bronx, but it’s also shown the borough’s brighter side. On this week's Cityscape, an exploration of the Bronx on the big screen. Also this week, a look back at the history of what was once the Bronx's grandest movie...
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The Underwear Show
On this week's Cityscape, we're undressing New York City, so to speak. We're talking with New Yorkers who make a living by making, selling and wearing underwear. We'll meet someone who's been fitting women in bras for more than 30 years, a family who's been making men's underwear for four generations and a Bronx man who earns a buck modeling underwear.
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The Commuters
Every day people hop in cars and board trains and buses to get to work, but not every commute is the same and neither is every commuter. On this week's Cityscape, we'll meet some ordinary New Yorkers with not so ordinary commutes.
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Chocolate and Perfume
Cityscape celebrates Valentine's Day this week with a visit to a chocolate factory in Brooklyn. We'll also learn all about perfumes and colognes at an olfactory school in midtown Manhattan.
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The Spelling Bee
The first, perhaps annual, Cityscape Spelling Bee. Listen as two New Yorkers go head to head for the prize of WFUV music host Dennis Elsas' voice on their home answering machine. We'll also drop in on an adult spelling bee at a Brooklyn bar.
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Artists and Pranksters
For a lot of people construction sites are more of an eyesore than a work of art. But, a downtown business improvement district’s working to change that. We'll hear about their efforts on this week's Cityscape. Also this week, members of the group Improv Everywhere, talk about some of the public pranks they've pulled over the years, including their No Pants Subway Ride.
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Let's Go!
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Only in New York
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Single in the City
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Miracles and Soul Food
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The City Out My Window
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The Cronkite Files
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Spooky Town
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Inheriting the City
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The Recipe Club
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Money, Pizza and Pop
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The Shoe Show
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"America's Best Idea"
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The Collectors
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Homecomings
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The Healing Sticks
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Petty Crimes
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Call Me Daddy
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The Supremes
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Producers, Comedians and Ice Cream -- Oh My!
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Locally Grown
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Land of Lost Souls
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Feast Your Eyes (and ears)
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Francophilia
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The Independence Day Show
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Stonewall: 40 Years Later
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Dear Dad...
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The Secret City
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Magic Plants
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Inside the Apple
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The Waterfront
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The Class of 2009
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Mannahatta
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Window on the Park
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The Men in Blue
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Mysteries Underground
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Alvin Ailey at 50
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Supers in the City
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The Liar Show
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In Like a Lion...
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Puppy Power
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The Grand Concourse
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Human Trafficking
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Food Matters
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Why We Love NYC
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Winter Fun
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Showtime at the Apollo
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Opera 101
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Let's Get Physical
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No Job? No Prob!
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Gastropolis
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The Holiday Edition
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Dogs, Cats and Hamsters
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At The Theater
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Remembering the Troops
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House Calls
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Feast on This
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Twisted Head
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Courthouse Confessions and The Big Race
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Blood Suckers and Burials
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The Moon and the Stars
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Politics and the Economy
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Oktoberfest
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Waiter Rant
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Bad Seeds in the Big Apple
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Shakespeare's Return
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Outside the Pink or Blue Box
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Islands in the City
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Free NYC
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Gangs and Bottles
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The Memory Maker -- Playland
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Night of Rage
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The Gift of Life
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The Great White Way
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An Unlikely Cat Lady
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Up on the Roof
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Reading and Writing
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Housing with a Twist
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Flashback to Woodstock
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In the Hamptons
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Twins and Doppelgangers
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The Horse
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Greasy Spoons
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The Garden Show
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The Joy of Laughter
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Living with OCD
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Break Ups
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Ellington Boulevard
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