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Jimmy Breslin
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51st State Campaign
New York City
New York Times
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Norman Mailer
Montauk
Journalistic Learning Initiative
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Carl Hiaasen
New York, United States
John Gotti
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University Of Oregon
AIDS
Victoria Gotti
HIV
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The world and works of Jimmy Breslin.

Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Jimmy Breslin is the subject of Breslin: “What’s Doin’?” which explores his influence on journalism over the second half of the 20th Century. His columns for the New York Herald Tribune, Newsday and The Daily News and his writing for many other notable publications including New York Magazine, helped define New York City and th... more

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Ross Barkan is an award-winning journalist, novelist, and essayist based in New York City. He is a columnist for New York Magazine, a contributing writer at the New York Times Magazine, and the editor-in-chief of the Metropolitan Review. A Queens Tri... more

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Recent Guests

Ross Barkan
Award-winning journalist, novelist, essayist; editor-in-chief of The Metropolitan Review
The Metropolitan Review; New York Magazine
Episode: Ross Barkan
Ed Madison
Journalist, University of Oregon professor, founder/director of the Journalistic Learning Initiative
University of Oregon; Journalistic Learning Initiative
Episode: Ed Madison
Jimmy Rosselli
Student sports broadcaster at High Point University, aspiring professional broadcaster
High Point University
Episode: James Rosselli
Billy Stern
Founder/editor of The Ditch Weekly in Montauk
The Ditch Weekly, Montauk
Episode: Billy Stern
Victoria Gotti
Daughter of John Gotti, columnist and author
New York Post (former), author
Episode: Victoria Gotti
Dan Barry
The New York Times columnist and author discussing Breslin's influence and Barry's own experiences
The New York Times
Episode: Dan Barry
Carl Hiaasen
Author and journalist, friend of Breslin
Author, Miami Herald contributor
Episode: Carl Hiaasen
Mitch Albom
Author and journalist
Author of Tuesdays with Morrie; author of new bestseller
Episode: Mitch Albom
Gabriel Tennen
Historian
Episode: Gabriel Tennen

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Kevin Breslin
Host of Breslin: What's Doin'?, guiding conversations with guests and shaping the show's focus on journalism and its history.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Informative podcast

    Great content

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    codemaster379
    United Statesa year ago
  • Surf’s up. When’s wrap?

    Did Jimmy ever have any words regarding surfers or the film and tv industry?

    I enjoyed listening to the episode / interview with Maureen Dowd.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    surfnyc
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love

    Great, clear storytelling!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FionaRB
    United Statesa year ago
  • #JimmyBreslin

    WOW!

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    ChaseWellz
    United Statesa year ago

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Insightful conversations with industry veterans and rising voices in journalism.
Listeners appreciate candid reflections on the craft and its evolving landscape.
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Strong storytelling and in-depth discussions that illuminate NYC media history.

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Q: What was Breslin's relationship with the people he covered, particularly allies like you, and how did that shape his work?
He built trust through consistent presence, listening, and following the people's lead, staying in touch and pushing for storytelling that honored their experiences while maintaining journalistic integrity.
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Q: How did Jimmy Breslin approach stories about marginalized communities like the LGBTQ community during the AIDS crisis?
He immersed himself in the communities, went to hospitals and bars, and asked the hard questions with genuine empathy, aiming to portray people as humans first and stories second, which helped shift public perception.
James Rosselli
Q: Who are your broadcasting idols, and how have they influenced your style?
Jim Nance, Mike Breen, and Andrew Catalan inspire me with their rhythm and poetry in calls; I try to absorb their pacing while finding my own voice and pattern.
James Rosselli
Q: How do you manage the pressure of a viral clip and being a young broadcaster in a world of big outlets?
Acknowledging the pressure, I stay prepared, keep reading to improve vocabulary, and rely on a strict line between humor and professionalism to keep the credibility and not lose focus on the game.
James Rosselli
Q: What drew you to sports broadcasting despite the early setback of not being able to go pro as a player?
I found a love for entertaining and informing through standup and voice, which translated into broadcasting. I learned to study rosters, write call sheets, and craft a voice that's engaging yet professional, aiming to become the voice of bigger stages over time.

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