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The 92nd Street Y, New York has harnessed the power of arts and ideas to enrich, enlighten and change lives, and the power of community to repair the world for 150 years. This podcast features many of the fascinating people and conversations from our stage.
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Jul 5, 2024 • 1h 3min
A Road Trip Through American Democracy with Francis Barry and Tim O'Brien
In this episode of 92NY Talks, join author and Bloomberg Opinion columnist Francis Barry and senior executive editor of Bloomberg Opinion Tim O'Brien for a journey across the United States and into the heart of American democracy. In a road trip from New York to San Francisco, Barry shares his travels from coast to coast, through rural towns and sprawling cities, exploring what divides but also what unites the country for Americans. The conversation was streamed live as part of The 92nd Street Y, New York online talks series on July 1, 2024.

Jun 28, 2024 • 56min
The Daily Show News Team Ronny Chieng, Jordan Klepper, Michael Kosta, and Desi Lydic in Conversation with CBS's Vladimir Duthiers
In this episode of 92NY Talks, join the News Team of Comedy Central's Emmy Award-winning The Daily Show — Ronny Chieng, Jordan Klepper, Michael Kosta, and Desi Lydic — on politics, comedy, and their ongoing election year series, Indecision 2024. The conversation, moderated by CBS's Vladimir Duthiers, was recorded on June 12, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

Jun 21, 2024 • 46min
An Evening with Noah Hawley with Special Guest Jon Hamm
In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Noah Hawley — among our most audacious and versatile storytellers — in conversation with Emmy® Award winner Jon Hamm. They discuss the latest critically-acclaimed installment of Fargo, starring Hamm, Juno Temple, and Jennifer Jason Leigh; as well as Hawley's career which includes his feature film directorial debut, Lucy in the Sky (starring Natalie Portman), his groundbreaking series Legion, and The New York Times bestselling novel, Before The Fall. The conversation was recorded on June 15, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

Jun 14, 2024 • 1h 11min
Steve Guttenberg in Conversation with Tony Danza — Time to Thank: Caregiving for My Hero
In this episode of 92NY Talks, join beloved actors Steve Guttenberg and Tony Danza on Guttenberg's life in Hollywood, their long friendship, and Guttenberg's new memoir about caring for his aging father, Time to Thank. Through the prism of the relationship with his father, Time to Thank looks back on his early life in Queens; his career as a rising Hollywood star, making those iconic films; and the painful and moving work of helping to care for his ailing father — the hero and strength of the family. The conversation was recorded on May 21, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

Jun 8, 2024 • 1h 1min
Tom Selleck in Conversation with Bridget Moynahan — You Never Know: A Memoir
In this engaging conversation, actress Bridget Moynahan joins Tom Selleck to discuss his memoir, 'You Never Know.' She reflects on Selleck's transformative college journey and the serendipitous events that shaped his career in acting. They explore the challenges of creating iconic roles, the unpredictability of auditions, and the weight of portraying leadership on-screen. Anecdotes about early influences and humorous career moments add depth, revealing the industry's evolution and the importance of mentorship and seizing opportunities.

May 31, 2024 • 1h 1min
Jen Psaki in Conversation with Lawrence O'Donnell — Say More: Lessons from Work, the White House
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.

May 20, 2024 • 53min
Renée Fleming in Conversation with David Rubenstein: Music and Mind
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.

May 10, 2024 • 37min
Benjamina Ebuehi and Vallery Lomas in Conversation: I'll Bring Dessert
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.

May 3, 2024 • 48min
Senator Tim Kaine and Senator Cory Booker in Conversation: Walk, Ride, Paddle: A Life Outside
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.

Apr 26, 2024 • 52min
Alan Cumming and Catherine Cohen: Peacock's The Traitors
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.


