92NY Talks

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join former White House Press Secretary and current MSNBC host Jen Psaki as she talks with Lawrence O'Donnell and shares stories and insights from her memoir, Say More: Lessons from Work, the White House, and the World. She covers her journey to the Briefing Room and beyond, taking readers along the campaign trail, to the State Department, and inside the White House under two Presidents. The conversation was recorded on May 8, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Grammy winner, 2023 Kennedy Center honoree, and legendary soprano Renée Fleming on her life on stage and the myriad connections between music and health in her new book, Music and Mind, which draws upon her own experience to showcase the breadth of research showing the stunning health benefits of music and the arts.   The conversation was moderated by David Rubinstein and recorded on April 21, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join cookbook author, food stylist, blogger, and Great British Baking Show fan favorite Benjamina Ebuehi as she discusses her new book, I’ll Bring Dessert: Simple Sweet Recipes for Every Occasion, with Vallery Lomas. Hear the British baking star talk about the opportunity that allowed her to turn a hobby into her dream job and the luscious recipes in her book. The conversation was streamed live as part of The 92nd Street Y, New York online talks series on May 3, 2024.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Senator Tim Kaine and Senator Cory Booker as they discuss Kaine’s new memoir, Walk, Ride, Paddle: A Life Outside. The compelling story of his expansive journeys through the Virginia wilderness, the book captures Kaine’s deep love for the natural world and his passion for preserving it, coupled with reflections on current events, from the January 6th attack on the Capitol to racial protests to the impeachment trials.   The conversation was streamed live as part of The 92nd Street Y, New York online talks series on April 9, 2024.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Alan Cumming, the host of Peacock’s The Traitors - a nail-biting psychological adventure in the Scottish Highlands in which treachery and deceit are the name of the game - and Catherine Cohen as they discuss the killer reality series. Get the lowdown on the all-celebrity cast, the diabolical twists and turns, stories from behind the scenes, and more. The conversation was recorded on February 26, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join actress, comedian, writer, singer, and producer Rebel Wilson, known for her roles in Pitch Perfect, Bridesmaids, and Isn’t It Romantic, for a discussion on her new memoir, Rebel Rising, with  fellow Aussie, tennis legend Rennae Stubbs. The book chronicles her life and career, her unconventional journey to Hollywood, and the emotional and physical lessons she learned. The conversation was recorded on April 3, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Congressman Jamie Raskin, former Congressmen Steve Israel and David Jolly, and moderator Richard Salomon for a discussion on how to overcome existential threats to our democracy. Hear this distinguished bipartisan group of lawmakers on the threats we face, the solutions we can achieve collectively, and how we can find common ground to heal a divided nation. The conversation was recorded on March 25, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, we go back into our archives for a newly released recording from 1999 featuring comedians Carol Burnett and Joy Behar in our long-running Funny People series. They discuss Burnett's career, life in show business, and much more. The conversation was recorded on December 19, 1999 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, we commemorate The 92nd Street Y's 150th anniversary with a special archival recording from the inaugural season of our long-running Lyrics & Lyricists series in 1971 featuring the now legendary Stephen Sondheim who also shares our March 22nd birthday. This was Sondheim's first public talk and it's an illuminating one, telling stories and sharing his thoughts on lyrics and the craft of theatrical songwriting.   The program was recorded on May 2, 1971 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Baked by Melissa co-founder and CEO Melissa Ben-Ishay and Queer Eye food expert Antoni Porowski as they discuss Melissa's bestselling cookbook, Come Hungry: Salads, Meals, and Sweets for People Who Live to Eat, and how savory recipes took her from cupcake entrepreneur to a social media sensation. The conversation was recorded on January 25, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.