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FAQ NYC

FAQ NYC
New York City
Eric Adams
Andrew Cuomo
Zohran Mamdani
Donald Trump
Public Safety
NYPD
Kathy Hochul
Mental Health
Democratic Party
ICE
Congestion Pricing
Affordable Housing
City Council
Rikers Island
Mayor Eric Adams
Jumaane Williams
Homelessness
Covid-19
Crime

A weekly dive into the big questions about this city of ours, hosted by Christina Greer, Azi Paybarah and Harry Siegel, and produced by Alex Brook Lynn.

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Hosts Christina Greer and Harry Siegel dig into about the mayor’s new BQE plan, his many fights with the City Council, Hakeem Jeffries’ private sit-down with Hakeem Jeffries, Jessica Ramos’ double-dipping mess on her way out of the party, AOC’s very ... more

Chrissy, Harry and Katie sort through a week of summer news in NYC before Transportation Commissioner Mike Flynn joins Katie for an interview.

at were not plugged into walls.”

Things change when the lights go out, but while the blackout of 1965 was a moment that brought the city together the one in 1977 became a signal moment in the narrative of its decline. Nearly a half century later, it... more

FAQ NYC co-hosts Katie Honan and Harry Siegel dig into the state’s new effort to ferret out New Yorkers who want to live here but pay lower insurance and tax bills somewhere cheaper, a lawsuit pushing back on the NYPD's use of NYCHA's free wifi progr... more

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Asa Adandia
Brooklyn Borough historian
Knickerbocker History in New York (event)
Episode: Episode 508: Mamdani’s Pied-a-Terre Pressure Play Is Paying Off
Jennifer Austin Jones
Former administrator from city political administrations
Civilian Complaint Review Board (CCRB)
Episode: Episode 508: Mamdani’s Pied-a-Terre Pressure Play Is Paying Off
Murad Awawdeh
CEO of New York Immigration Coalition
New York Immigration Coalition
Episode: Episode 507: ‘40,000 New Yorkers Lost Their Protections Today’
Alex Brook Lynn
Executive producer, FAQ NYC
Episode: Episode 504: A 78 Degree Meltdown About Mamdani
Azi Paybarah
Senior political reporter at Straight Arrow News; guest on AI/news-disinformation segment
Straight Arrow News
Episode: Episode 503: A New Test of Mamdani’s Winning Streat
Janet Fash
New York City lifeguard, the city's first female lifeguard chief, memoir author
City of New York Lifeguards
Episode: Episode 501: A Knicks Win to Kick Off Summer
Gwynne Hogan
Journalist with The City Reporter, investigative reporter on immigration enforcement
The City Reporter
Episode: Episode 498: ‘Everybody Got Pepper-Sprayed’
John Strausbaugh
Author of Duchamp Takes New York
Author, Duchamp Takes New York
Episode: Episode 488: The Readymade Art-Bomb Who Exploded in NYC
Ken Cobb
Associate Commissioner, New York City Department of Records and Information Services (DORIS)
DORIS
Episode: Episode 485: The Vital Records of Mr. George Rex, ‘The Last Slave’

Hosts

Christina Greer
Host of FAQ NYC; City Reporter affiliation frequent
Katie Honan
Co-host / Host; NYC politics coverage
Harry Siegel
Co-host and editorial director for audio / Executive producer

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 289 ratings
  • You’re wrong

    Big fan of the show but Katie and Christina are dead wrong on Mamdani and his anti-Israel rhetoric. When Trump called Covid the “China virus,” people were rightfully outraged because of the spike in anti-Asian violence it caused. Similarly, we went through decades of politicians not wanting to utter the phrase “Islamic terror” because they knew that lead to real life Islamophobia. But Mamdani criticizes Israel, Jewish New Yorkers say “hey, this is making us less safe” and the hosts immediately d... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    mnyc80
    United Statesa month ago
  • The Hosts

    It doesn’t get much NYC granular than with this crew. Love this show and the added value the guests bring. They leave no stones unturned. Salty, spicy, funny never disappoints.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ssassy1
    United States2 months ago
  • Insightful and funny local podcast

    I always look forward to listening, especially Christina’s spicy takes, lol. I like hearing each host’s point of view, even if I don’t always agree with the things they say. I’m convinced they come from a good place and try to keep integrity.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JJS718
    United States4 months ago
  • A fascinating listen!

    I am so happy that this podcast exists!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mimi Jackson356
    United States5 months ago
  • Out of touch but well-informed

    No honeymoon here for Mamdani, not like the one given to Adams. The hosts seem to have a barely contained contempt for the new mayor, but this is common among political journalists in the city. Hell, it’s common among most political journalists in the country to detest and stigmatize left-wing politicians. I’m not Mamdani’s biggest fan, but their bias is obvious and annoying. I listen 2x speed.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Kelaeryyr
    United States7 months ago

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Audience enjoys nuanced takes and candid guest discussions, including live-event reporting.
Listeners praise in-depth NYC coverage and sharp host dynamics.
Some critics feel coverage leans conservative or center-left with strong NYC focus.

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Episode 510: Blackouts, A Knickerbocker History
Q: What were the social consequences of the 1965 blackout in New York City?
It revealed a city already under fiscal strain but also showed resilience and social solidarity, with limited crime and a rapid return to normalcy after the crisis, while allowing a broader conversation about government responsibility and public services.
Episode 488: The Readymade Art-Bomb Who Exploded in NYC
Q: How did the Armory Show change the American art scene?
The Armory Show brought Picasso, Matisse, Monet, and Brancusi to New York, overwhelming local Ashcan artists and reshaping perceptions of what could be considered art, ultimately catalyzing a national interest in modernism.
Episode 488: The Readymade Art-Bomb Who Exploded in NYC
Q: Talk to me about Duchamp and chess.
Duchamp viewed chess and art as parallel cognitive processes: both require planning, thought, and precise moves, with art judged subjectively while chess remains objective in its moves, which for him made chess a refuge from the art world's pressures.
Episode 483: Reviving the Missing Link in Queens
Q: What are the next steps to push this forward?
We need continued engagement with the MTA, a completed cost-benefit analysis, a broader political coalition, and securing a planning grant to move from concept to engineering work, while ensuring community designs protect neighborhoods and allow for parks where feasible.
Episode 483: Reviving the Missing Link in Queens
Q: How would the project be funded and what would it cost?
Current thinking places the total around 4 billion dollars in today's dollars, with a mix of federal funds, city funding, and private or nonprofit support, making it feasible to build the line while delivering substantial time savings and housing development.

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What is FAQ NYC about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A city-focused politics and policy discussion that dives into how urban governance, budget, housing, policing, and public services shape everyday life. Episodes frequently weigh city-level decisions against national debates, with sharp analysis, colorful anecdotes, and a newsroom ethos that emphasizes context, data, and accountability. Notable strengths include a strong roster of NYC-focused guests, candid banter among seasoned hosts, and a willingness to tackle contentious topics with nuance and wit. The format often blends long-form interviews, roundtables, and timely live-event reporting, making it a go-to for listeners who want granular New York City governance insights and behind-the-scenes perspectives on local journalism and politics... more

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1. Asa Adandia
2. Jennifer Austin Jones
3. Murad Awawdeh
4. Alex Brook Lynn
5. Azi Paybarah
6. Janet Fash
7. Gwynne Hogan
8. John Strausbaugh

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