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NYC NOW

WNYC
New York City
Zohran Mamdani
NYPD
Andrew Cuomo
WNYC
Trump Administration
New Jersey
Affordable Housing
Snap
MTA
New York
Bronx
ICE
Kathy Hochul
Donald Trump
Governor Kathy Hochul
Letitia James
Election Day
Eric Adams
Curtis Sliwa

NYC Now helps New Yorkers understand the city through original reporting and sharp analysis from WNYC and Gothamist. The show digs into the news, culture, and conversations shaping life in New York, three times a week on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, hosted by Janae Pierre.

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Before Madonna was Madonna, she was working coat check. Before the Beastie Boys were the Beastie Boys, they were janitors. They worked at Danceteria, a five-story downtown Manhattan nightclub that became the unlikely launchpad for some of pop culture... more

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When Meredith Trainor's 11-month-old daughter tested positive for cocaine at a hospital, New York City caseworkers removed the baby from her arms, without a court order, even though Meredith had been at work when it happened. Five days later, a famil... more

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Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s administration plans to add more than 6,500 curbside trash containers across the five boroughs as part of a push to clean up streets and cut down on rats. WNYC and Gothamist reporter Liam Quigley explains where the new Empire B... more

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WNYC Arts & Culture Editor Matthew Schnipper is back with a rundown of what's worth your train swipes this week. We cover the Queens Night Market's last year of $6 food before prices go up, a Martha Cooper retrospective at the Bronx Documentary Cente... more

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Recent Guests

DJ Rafe Gomez
DJ and host of Danceteria Rewind on Twitch
Danceteria Rewind / Twitch
Episode: The DJ Bringing NYC's Legendary Danceteria Nightclub Back to Life
Samantha Max
WNYC reporter who covered Meredith Trainor's case
WNYC
Episode: A Mother's Fight Against NYC's Emergency Child Removal System
Martha Cooper
Photographer known for documenting graffiti and street culture in NYC
Photographer; Bronx Documentary Center exhibit
Episode: How One Photographer Archived NYC's Graffiti & Street Culture
Kim Phillips Fine
Historian; audience member panelist
Historian
Episode: Special Episode : Mayor Mamdani’s Lessons from LaGuardia
Tabitha Abed
Tourist featured in the case study
Tourist, NYC Now story subject
Episode: NYC Taxi Scam Exposed: How Travelers Get Hustled By Illegal Cabbies
Michael Carey
Customer service representative at Terminal 1, JFK
Port Authority Airport Staff
Episode: NYC Taxi Scam Exposed: How Travelers Get Hustled By Illegal Cabbies
Jimmy Rocco
Former taxi hustler, long-time operator
Independent hustler
Episode: NYC Taxi Scam Exposed: How Travelers Get Hustled By Illegal Cabbies
Jan Uzo
Hustler with a long career in taxi scams
Independent hustler
Episode: NYC Taxi Scam Exposed: How Travelers Get Hustled By Illegal Cabbies
Elizabeth Shwe
WNYC producer
WNYC
Episode: Knicks Playoffs Begin, New York Liberty Add Satou Sabally and Tipping Culture in NYC

Host

Janae Pierre
Host of NYC Now

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 154 ratings
  • Downgrade

    I miss old format. I loved getting the news first thing in the morning. I understand budget cuts are why we’re stuck with the new format but almost all the “news” is fluff pieces and way too pro-Mamdani.

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    Smarterchild319x
    United Statesa month ago
  • What has whappened to NYC Now?

    I'm sad about the funding crisis but does that mean the podcast had to devolve into a juvenile gossip fest?

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    RAKGB
    United Statesa month ago
  • Bring back the daily 10 min format!

    Bring back the daily 10 min format!

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    Cloud & Wind
    United States3 months ago
  • Really disappointed with the new format

    The short, three times daily episodes were really what set this program apart and the way the episodes punctuated my workday is what kept me listening. With the new format, which feels less focused on the daily headlines, I find myself skipping most days. I’m really sad to lose what was one of the parts of my daily routine I most looked forward to and had recommended to others. The reporting quality is still great, but I don’t think I’ll be a frequent listener now.

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    3
    darty guy
    United States3 months ago
  • PLEASE bring back daily headlines!!

    I used to love NYC Now as my way to get up to date on each day’s NYC headlines. The new format keeps the longer stories of the old version, but seems to have gotten rid of the “Now” part of “NYC Now” —I don’t mind reducing the number of shows a day from 3 to 1, but the 1 doesn’t include an overview of daily headlines at all! It’s hugely disappointing, and the only reason this podcast no longer is 5 stars for me :( its just not meeting the needs of listeners

    Apple Podcasts
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    ohmywaltdisney
    United States3 months ago

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Many express disappointment over changes in the episode format and the reduction in daily episodes, impacting how they consume local news.
Feedback highlights the quality of guest expertise and real human stories as a core strength of the content provided.
Listeners appreciate the podcast for its insightful reporting and analysis of NYC-related issues.

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#92
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#99
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#188
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#66
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#70
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#96
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Special Episode : Mayor Mamdani’s Lessons from LaGuardia
Q: What has challenged you the most in your first months?
Addressing the city's massive inherited fiscal crisis and balancing a budget in a fair way that does not place undue burden on middle-and-working-class New Yorkers.
Special Episode : Mayor Mamdani’s Lessons from LaGuardia
Q: Mr. Mayor, what has been your most successful policy move in the first 100 days?
Securing 1.2 billion dollars in universal childcare partnerships with the governor, which has already expanded seats for 3K and two-year-olds, with ongoing planned expansion.
How One Photographer Archived NYC's Graffiti & Street Culture
Q: What else is on your desk this week, Matt?
Matt highlights Martha Cooper's exhibit and the Bronx Documentary Center retrospective, plus a ride through Queens Night Market and Lower East Side vintage culture, tying them together as snapshots of NYC's evolving street culture.
The DJ Bringing NYC's Legendary Danceteria Nightclub Back to Life
Q: Before we jump into all of this, how did you discover Danceteria?
I discovered Danceteria as a teenager via the Village Voice and a personal fascination with New York nightlife, which led me to sneak into the venue despite being underage. It opened my eyes to a world of music and visuals I hadn't known could exist in one space.
NYC Takes Aim at Catcalling With New Campaign
Q: Is there concern that campaigns like this might reinforce stereotypes, and how do you avoid that in developing it?
The aim is to avoid blaming culture and to center the survivor's perspective, carefully considering cultural norms and ensuring the messaging does not stigmatize groups while still highlighting harm and promoting respectful behavior.

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Frequently Asked Questions About NYC NOW

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

Content focuses on the critical issues affecting New York City, including politics, social justice, public health, and cultural events. Episodes feature in-depth discussions on current events, infrastructure projects, and community dynamics, reflecting the diverse landscape of the city and the challenges its residents face. Noteworthy is the blend of local news reporting with listener engagement, offering a unique perspective on life in NYC while fostering community discussions around significant topics like gentrification, public transportation, and public safety.

Listeners can expect a mix of interviews with experts, on-the-ground reporting, and analyses that resonate deeply with both locals and those interested in city dynamics. The sho... more

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Recent guests on NYC NOW include:

1. DJ Rafe Gomez
2. Samantha Max
3. Martha Cooper
4. Kim Phillips Fine
5. Tabitha Abed
6. Michael Carey
7. Jimmy Rocco
8. Jan Uzo

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