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The Indypendent
Democratic National Convention
Kamala Harris
New York City
Catholic Vote
Joe Biden
Immigration
Abortion
Economic Anxiety
Pro-Palestinian Protests
AI and Misinformation
Build Public Renewables Act
New York Live Arts
Earth Church
Unionization
Activism
American Oyster Catcher
National Grid
Mount Prospect Park
Donald Trump
Artificial Intelligence

The Indypendent News Hour airs Tuesdays 5–6 p.m. on WBAI-99.5 FM. Check out our archives to listen to past interviews with movement organizers, authors, elected officials and others fighting for justice in New York City and beyond.

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Latest Episodes

In our first segment, we talk to organizers of March for Mumia on marching for better conditions for the incarcerated elderly and freedom for Mumia, a former Black Panther. In our second segment, we talk about media monopolies forming with Warner Bro... more

Steve Bernhaut, Johanna Ramen and Joe Piette, talk to us about why they're marching for Mumia, a radio journalist and former Black Panther who was incarcerated for shooting a police officer in the 80s. We discuss the lack of healthcare for the incarc... more

We discuss how the Netflix vs. Paramount, Warner Brothers merger will lead to media monopolies, their motives behind acquiring Warner Brothers. We learn about Kalshi, a predictive marketing app that wants to monetize "differences in cultural opinion"... more

We talk to Reverend Billy and Savitri D. about their new holiday show, AI and the importance of returning to our humanity and sing. "Are You Strange Enough to Change Enough?" they urge us to ask.

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Recent Guests

Steve Bernhout
Activist involved in the March for Mumia
Episode: Dec. 9, 2025: March for Mumia, Media Giant Mergers & Reverend Billy and Savitri D. on AI
Joe Piette
Activist involved in the March for Mumia
Episode: Dec. 9, 2025: March for Mumia, Media Giant Mergers & Reverend Billy and Savitri D. on AI
Johanna Rahman
Activist involved in the March for Mumia
Episode: Dec. 9, 2025: March for Mumia, Media Giant Mergers & Reverend Billy and Savitri D. on AI
Reverend Billy Tallon
Leader of the Church of Stop Shopping Choir
Church of Stop Shopping
Episode: Dec. 9, 2025: March for Mumia, Media Giant Mergers & Reverend Billy and Savitri D. on AI
Savitri D
Creative Director of the Church of Stop Shopping
Church of Stop Shopping
Episode: Dec. 9, 2025: March for Mumia, Media Giant Mergers & Reverend Billy and Savitri D. on AI
Steve Bernhaut
Marcher and organizer for the March for Mumia
Episode: Dec. 9, 2025: March for Mumia Organizers Fight for Better Healthcare for Incarcerated Elders
Johanna Ramen
Marcher and organizer involved in raising awareness for Mumia Abu Jamal
Episode: Dec. 9, 2025: March for Mumia Organizers Fight for Better Healthcare for Incarcerated Elders
Brandon West
Former member of the New York City Council, central staff, budget and finance team
Episode: Dec. 2, 2025: Brandon West Talks About New Council Speaker Julie Menin & The Power She Will Wield
Abdul Elenani
Co-founder and CEO of Ayat, a Palestinian-owned restaurant chain
Ayat
Episode: Nov. 25, 2025: Mamdani Transition Committees, Flushing Says No to Casino & an Ayat Thanksgiving

Hosts

Arianna Orozco
Host of The Independent News Hour
John Tarleton
Editor-in-chief of The Indypendent, New York City's lefty newspaper and website.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • Dynamite podcast

    Very informative and entertaining

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    United States6 years ago
  • Sound and color.

    I’m glad you guys are using sound and music a bit more. I listened to this weeks casts and found it nice.

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    Dave from montclair
    United States7 years ago

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Many find the show's use of sound and music enhances the overall listening experience, adding depth to the discussions.
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Dec. 9, 2025: March for Mumia Organizers Fight for Better Healthcare for Incarcerated Elders
Q: Can you talk about why you all did this march and the reactions you encountered along the way?
The march was urgent to highlight Mumia Abu Jamal's healthcare needs and to bring awareness to the poor medical care received by incarcerated individuals, especially as privatization continues to worsen conditions.
Dec. 2, 2025: New Council Speaker Julie Menin, 2020 Zohran Mamdani Interview & A Trip to Rural Maine
Q: How do you think the public and the movement behind Zohran Mamdani can intervene and influence the City Council?
The public can show strength and pressure to influence the budget process by unifying around critical local issues, even when elections are not imminent.
Dec. 2, 2025: New Council Speaker Julie Menin, 2020 Zohran Mamdani Interview & A Trip to Rural Maine
Q: What powers would a speaker like Julie Menin wield in her new position?
A speaker has significant control over committee leadership, budget negotiations, and the power to influence bill proposals and civic engagement, highlighting their role as a powerful figure in the council.
Dec. 2, 2025: From the Archives: Zohran Mamdani’s First Appearance on WBAI on June 8, 2020
Q: What is your platform for changing how the police and their criminal justice system function here in New York?
Zohran outlined his stance to reduce the power and presence of police, advocating for significant defunding and alternatives to traditional policing.
Dec. 2, 2025: From the Archives: Zohran Mamdani’s First Appearance on WBAI on June 8, 2020
Q: Can you describe what happened when the information came out about Aravella Simotis?
Zohran explained how his opponent had received money from police unions and the subsequent reactions from the public and her decision to return the funds.

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