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A new book traces the influence of women on the American Revolution, from a Cherokee leader to a British spy. Author Denise Kieran discusses her new book Obstinate Daughters: The Rebels, Writers, and Renegade Women Who Ignited the American Revolution. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Local jazz singer Alicia Waller performs from her debut album, Louder, Then. Photo by Kendra Irene Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

SummerStage marks its 40th anniversary this year. New York Times reporter Ben Sisario reflects on the history of the concert series and listeners share their memories. Photo by Sean Drakes/Getty Images: Dyane Harvey performs during the Clark Center for the Performing Arts 60th Anniversary Tribute as part of SummerStage presented by Capital One at Marcus Garvey Park on August 15, 2019 in New York City. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A local man is on a mission to clean up New York City block by block, and inviting fellow New Yorkers to join him. David Clarke, aka @trashtalk_nyc, explains why he stated this project, and how to get involved. Photo courtesy of David Clarke Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In honor of the FIFA World Cup, we're embracing the MTA's "Worldbeat" theme. West African griot, historian, and Jaliya Kafo Ensemble bandleader Salieu Suso joins us for a live performance and a conversation about the tradition of griot music, his work with the ensemble, and what he enjoys most about performing for commuters. The group will play live at Parkchester station in the Bronx for an MTA Music Under New York performance this Wednesday from noon to 3 p.m. Photo by Kris Connor/Getty Images for Make Music Winter: Salieu Suso with fellow members of Broken Chains perform during the "West African Fte" event as part of "Make Music Winter, December 21" on December 21, 2017 in New York City. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From the new Steven Spielberg to the Christopher Nolan "Odyssey" adaptation, there are some big blockbuster movies releasing this summer. Kyle Buchanan, a pop culture reporter for The New York Times, discusses some of the biggest and best upcoming movies this summer. Matt Damon in Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey.” Courtesy Universal Pictures. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A new documentary traces the life and career of artist Georgia O'Keeffe, from her time in New York to her move to New Mexico. Director Paul Wagner discusses "Georgia O'Keeffe: The Brightness of Light." Photo by Tony Vaccaro / Getty Images: The American painter Georgia O'Keeffe is standing outside her art studio holing her pelvis series color painting that has center yellow and edges red. She si holding on to the edges of her painting looking sideways. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Listeners call in to share the words of wisdom from the father figures in their lives that have helped them navigate life. Plus, Alison shares stories from her father, and Team All Of It producers Sasha Linden Cohen and Zach Gottehrer-Cohen (no relation) share lessons from their respective dads. Stock photo by milan2099 via Getty Creative Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Fresh off her run in the hit Broadway musical "Death Becomes Her," theater star Megan Hilty previews her upcoming residency at Cafe Carlyle. Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Tony Awards Productions: Megan Hilty (C) and the cast of "Death Becomes Her" perform onstage during The 78th Annual Tony Awards at Radio City Music Hall on June 08, 2025 in New York City. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What happens when your child has violent outbursts, or acts out violently? What if that child seems unable to control their emotions or their behavior? The truth is, there are very few resources to help parents in this situation. Journalist Julie Brenner Davich spoke to some parents struggling with this issue for her New York Magazine piece "The Quiet Shame of Fearing Your Own Child." She explains her reporting, and listeners share their own experiences. Stock image from SolStock/iStock via Getty Creative Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.