Firewall with Bradley Tusk

Tricia Romano, author of 'The Freaks Came Out to Write', discusses the history of Village Voice, its impact on alternative media, influential figures in NYC history, iconic reporter Richard Goldstone, publication's role in finding apartments, and balancing news and culture in media platforms.

Nicole Shanahan being considered as a running mate for RFK Jr.; Bradley Tusk discussing nightmare scenario for Democrats. Speculations on RFK Jr-Trump conspiracy, Trump as a Biblical allegory, and mayoral tech policies in NYC. Hypothetical scenarios, analysis of strategic options for candidate replacement, and exploration of message boards and political analysis.

Would our big cities be better off today if mayors had the guts to beg for forgiveness rather than always asking for permission? Bradley talks to New York City Council Member Justin Brannan of Bay Ridge, Brooklyn about how assertiveness fueled his unlikely rise from hard-core bands to Wall Street to politics.This episode was taped at P&T Knitwear at 180 Orchard Street — New York City’s only free podcast recording studio.Send us an email with your thoughts on today’s episode: info@firewall.media.Subscribe to Bradley's weekly newsletter, follow Bradley on Linkedin + Substack, and be sure to order his debut novel, OBVIOUS IN HINDSIGHT. 

Discussing the World Happiness Report's impact on Americans and proposing to score legislation for happiness. Contrasting DOJ's antitrust case against Apple with cases against other tech giants. Unraveling a betting scandal involving Shohei Ohtani's translator and speculating on their connection. Exploring the fusion sport of Skiball and imagining fictional sports games for pass rush challenges.

Franklin Foer joins Bradley and regular guest Howard Wolfson to discuss Foer's recent cover story for The Atlantic called "The Golden Age of American Jews is Ending." They talk about the resurgence of anti-Semitism in America, how to separate it from legitimate criticism of Israel and where it all goes from here.This episode was taped at P&T Knitwear at 180 Orchard Street — New York City’s only free podcast recording studio.Send us an email with your thoughts on today’s episode: info@firewall.media.Subscribe to Bradley's weekly newsletter, follow Bradley on Linkedin + Substack, and be sure to order his debut novel, OBVIOUS IN HINDSIGHT. 

The podcast explores Chuck Schumer's controversial statements on Israel and TikTok, speculates on Aaron Rodgers as a VP candidate, gives media communication tips, and discusses transitions to government roles and satirical novels.

Bringing sky-high housing costs back down to earth is becoming a popular rallying cry in New York. Bradley talks to Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine about how to ignite the right kind of building boom.This episode was taped at P&T Knitwear at 180 Orchard Street — New York City’s only free podcast recording studio.Send us an email with your thoughts on today’s episode: info@firewall.media.Subscribe to Bradley's weekly newsletter, follow Bradley on Linkedin + Substack, and be sure to order his debut novel, OBVIOUS IN HINDSIGHT. 

Exploring TikTok's political influence, Trump's impact on the Republican party, and the challenges of anti-Semitism for American Jews. Delving into NYC subway safety, political alliances, and the future of Oakland A's stadium. Ending with a fun segment on pizza adventures in Brooklyn.

Compared to big American cities, post-pandemic New York looks pretty good. On the other hand, the mayor has a 28 percent approval rating, toothpaste is still kept under lock and key and we can't get a handle on mental illness or illicit drugs. Bradley talks it all out with Ross Barkan, who writes a great Substack on city politics, media and culture. Plus, Barkan explains his theory of the all-important *mesoculture* — what it was, how we lost it and why we need it to come back.This episode was taped at P&T Knitwear at 180 Orchard Street — New York City’s only free podcast recording studio.Send us an email with your thoughts on today’s episode: info@firewall.mediaSubscribe to Bradley's weekly newsletter, follow Bradley on Linkedin + Substack, and be sure to order his debut novel, OBVIOUS IN HINDSIGHT. 

How can we restore a sense of balance and fairness to capitalism? Bradley ruminates on where our heedless pursuit of money and status is taking us. Plus, he proposes a remedy for immigration that is so simple it couldn't possibly work, except why the heck not; explains why we get so freaked out by "surge pricing"; and offers a hopeful take on the Supreme Court doing the right thing and rescuing democracy, if it comes down to that.This episode was taped at P&T Knitwear at 180 Orchard Street — New York City’s only free podcast recording studio.Send us an email with your thoughts on today’s episode: info@firewall.mediaSubscribe to Bradley's weekly newsletter, follow Bradley on Linkedin + Substack, and be sure to order his debut novel, OBVIOUS IN HINDSIGHT.