92NY Talks

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join legendary sportscaster Bob Costas in conversation with ESPN’s Howard Bryant as they reflect on Costas’ extraordinary career and his impact on the world of sports and media. From iconic broadcasts to principled cultural commentary, Costas offers sharp insights, behind-the-scenes stories, and a look at where the game is headed next. The conversation was recorded on May 11, 2025 at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

Ever hear a story so ridiculous you think, there’s no way that actually happened — only to Google it and realize, Oh wow, we’re all lucky to be alive? That’s basically the premise of SNAFU, the new book from actor, comedian, and history enthusiast Ed Helms. In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Ed Helms and Samantha Bee for an evening of laugh-out-loud storytelling, history you won’t believe actually happened, and the kind of cautionary tales that remind us why reading the instructions is always a good idea. The conversation was recorded on Apr 28, 2025 at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join legendary cartoonist Robert Crumb, award-winning comics scholar and biographer Dan Nadel, and New Yorker staff writer Naomi Fry for an unforgettable conversation on the making of Crumb’s iconic works, transforming the pressures of 1950s suburban America into a distinctive style, and more. The conversation was recorded on April 15th, 2025, at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In a heartfelt conversation, father and daughter duo Tom Hanks and E.A. Hanks share insights from E.A.'s memoir, 'The 10: A Memoir of Family and the Open Road.' They explore the intricacies of family dynamics, with humorous anecdotes contrasting life in Los Angeles and Sacramento. E.A. reflects on grief and the impact of her grandfather’s military service, while also celebrating cultural unity at the border. Their storytelling blends personal experiences with deeper discussions on identity, loss, and the transformative power of relationships.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Joy Behar, Susan Lucci, Sherri Shepherd, and Judy Gold for an exclusive — and jaw-dropping — look inside the new off-Broadway comedy, My First Ex-Husband. They’ll share their favorite stories — about women married to the mob, their jobs, their faith, money and, inevitably, the wrong man.   The conversation was recorded on March 19th, 2025, at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Pulitzer Prize-winning New York Times columnist Maureen Dowd as she discusses a captivating assortment of her most compelling style features and profiles from new book Notorious, a sly and chatty collection of some of her most notorious celebrity profile. The conversation was recorded on March 10th, 2025, at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY talks, join two of Putin’s most prominent critics for a compelling and timely discussion. Vladimir Kara-Murza, twice poisoned by Kremlin operatives and recently released from imprisonment in a landmark East-West prisoner exchange, brings firsthand insights into Putin’s inner workings. A Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and Senior Fellow at the Raoul Wallenberg Centre for Human Rights, Kara-Murza is one of the most influential voices for Russian democratic reform. Sir Bill Browder, the CEO of Hermitage Capital Management and leader of the Global Magnitsky Justice Campaign, has been a relentless advocate for human rights and anti-corruption measures, earning him the distinction of being named Putin’s “#1 enemy” by the Russian president himself.   Moderating the discussion is Richard Salomon, a Senior Fellow at the Raoul Wallenberg Centre and co-founder of the Illinois Holocaust Museum, who brings a global human rights perspective to this critical conversation. The evening concludes with a powerful recital by acclaimed pianist Mikhail Voskresensky, who fled Russia with his family in 2022 in protest of the war. Voskresensky’s artistry will underscore the enduring spirit of resistance and hope.   This extraordinary event combines expert analysis, personal testimony, and the power of music to illuminate one of the most urgent geopolitical crises of our time. The conversation was recorded on February 4th, 2025, at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Pulitzer Prize and Emmy Award-winning journalist Trymaine Lee and Kellogg Foundation President and CEO La June Montgomery Tabron on the power of reconciliation and confronting social inequity. They'll illustrate how simple conversation can help heal our society — and ourselves.   The conversation was recorded on February 12th, 2025, at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join LinkedIn co-founder, bestselling author, and Institute of Global Politics Carnegie Distinguished Fellow, Reid Hoffman, and former U.S. Secretary of State and IGP Faculty Advisory Board Chair Hillary Rodham Clinton as they have a conversation about our AI future. Drawing from his new book Superagency, Hoffman explores how AI can amplify human potential and agency, be it through personalized education that helps every child excel; medical breakthroughs in the fight against Alzheimer’s and cancer; and much more.   Secretary Clinton brings her unique perspective on how transformative technologies can be leveraged to advance human rights and strengthen democratic institutions. Together, they’ll explore what policies and partnerships can help us realize AI’s benefits while mitigating risk, ensuring we shape an AI future that works for everyone.   The conversation was recorded on January 28th, 2025, at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Emmy Award-winning Susan Lucci as she celebrates the 55th anniversary of All My Children with cast members Kelly Ripa, Jill Larson, Eden Riegel, Jennifer Bassey, and Francesca James, plus insights from Head Writer Lorraine Broderick and Casting Director Judy Blye Wilson—all moderated by TV legend Andy Cohen. The conversation was recorded on Jan 14, 2025 at 92nd Street Y, New York.