92NY Talks

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.

In this episode of 92NY talks, join American astrophysicist, bestselling author, and science icon Neil deGrasse Tyson with journalist and author Fareed Zakaria as they revisit his very first book, Merlin's Tour of the Universe. This new, updated and revised edition takes his readers on an entertaining and edifying journey, answering questions big and small with authentic science. The conversation was recorded on January 5th, 2025, at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY talks, join Brett Goldstein and Jason Segel, co-creators of Apple TV+s Shrinking, as they share behind-the-scenes stories and insights into the second season of the show. The conversation was recorded on Oct 15, 2024, in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY talks, join Tony, Grammy, and Emmy Award-winning actor and singer Ben Platt with host Busy Phillips on becoming one of his generation's foremost entertainers — and his new album, Honeymind. The conversation was recorded on Oct 9, 2024, in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.