Best Persistent Campaign Podcasts (2025)

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Morning Headlines: Prosecutors Allege Former Adams Advisor’s New Job May Be The Result of a Bribe, Hochul Recommends Caution at State Beaches, Mamdani’s Latest Publicity Stunt. 2:44

2h ago2:44

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Ingrid Lewis-Martin has a new job with Broadway Stages. This could be seen as a possible bribe. Meanwhile, Governor Hochul is warning that Hurricane Erin is still a potential danger. Finally, Zohran Mamdani is holding a chip bag treasure hunt to try and embarrass Mayor Eric Adams.By WNYC

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Ep. 3159 - First $1,000: YouTube Bonsai Channel Grows Into Online Store 5:56

7h ago5:56

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In this week’s First $1,000 segment, hear how a niche YouTube creator turned their passion videos into a Shopify store—selling products directly to their growing audience. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free …

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Ep. 3158 - Weekend Workshop: Template Biz Goes from Service to Scale 7:01

1d ago7:01

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This new segment is all about helping you learn the key steps to a new side hustle in 2025, one step or concept per week. It includes activities, examples, and more—and of course it’s all free. Today’s topic: how a budget résumé design service morphs into a template business that generates passive income. Side Hustle School features a new episode E…

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Learn How You Can Live Full Out By Unfolding Your Story 52:52

2d ago52:52

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Episode: 2025.11.27 The Living Full Out show with Nancy Solari encourages you to share your story. Perhaps there is a traumatic event you have yet to tell anyone. Maybe you faced a challenge that shapes who you are today. Join Nancy as she explores the importance of opening up about your struggles. Our first caller Melissa wonders how to assist her…

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Prosecutors Turn to Science to Rethink Interview Techniques 9:53

2d ago9:53

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In Manhattan, prosecutors and investigators are learning a new way to interview suspects, witnesses, and victims in an effort to get more accurate information and prevent false confessions. As WNYC's Samantha Max tells host Janae Pierre, the new technique draws on scientific research about the human brain.…

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Ep. 3157 - Q&A: “How can I make money from old YouTube videos?” 4:24

2d ago4:24

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Do you have any old videos that aren’t getting views? In this episode, we look at creative ways to repackage, remix, and monetize your past content for new platforms or audiences. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includ…

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Evening Roundup: NYPD Detective Shot in Queens, Dangerous Rip Currents Persist, a Digital Divide in the Bronx, and Red Hook’s Pinball Museum 10:20

3d ago10:20

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An NYPD detective is recovering after he was struck by gunfire from his fellow officers during an incident Friday morning. Plus, the National Weather Service warns of life-threatening rip currents through Saturday at regional beaches. Meanwhile, a quarter of residents in the Bronx don’t have broadband internet access at home. And finally, there's a…

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Midday News: Former Adams Advisor Faces New Conspiracy and Bribery Indictments, It’s Almost Tennis Time in Queens, and We Meet a Few Young Inventors in Brooklyn 10:37

3d ago10:37

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Mayor Adams' former chief adviser is facing four new conspiracy and bribery indictments. Plus, the US Open tennis tournament gets into full swing in Queens next week after qualifying matches this week. And finally, we meet a group of young New Yorkers building some cool creations.By WNYC

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Morning Headlines: A Sixth Person Dies in the Legionnaires' Outbreak in Central Harlem, Brooklyn Prosecutors Hunt Sex Toy Bombers at WNBA Games, Immigration Advocates Fear Edison Raid May Signal Things ... 2:54

3d ago2:54

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City health officials report that the Legionnaires' outbreak is declining, but confirmed cases could still rise as more people seek treatment and earlier cases are verified. Meanwhile, the Brooklyn District Attorney's office hopes an Ohio man arrested for throwing a sex toy at a Liberty game can help them identify other people doing the same. Final…

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Ep. 3156 - Q&A: “Can you profit by reselling loyalty points or rewards?” 4:57

3d ago4:57

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Can you really make money reselling loyalty rewards or points? In this episode, we break down the reality behind this internet hustle—and whether it’s worth your time. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guid…

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Evening Roundup: Trump’s Civil Fraud Penalty Gets Tossed, NJ Shuts Enrollment for Childcare Vouchers, and Staff Shortages Affect Cooling Towers Inspections 8:36

4d ago8:36

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A New York appeals court has thrown out President Trump’s massive civil fraud penalty. Plus, New Jersey has stopped enrolling new families seeking child care vouchers. And finally, health department officials lost more than a third of their cooling tower inspectors in the three years leading up to the outbreak despite a significant boost in funding…

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Midday News: Former Adams Advisor Faces New Charges, More Controversy Around Carriage Horses, and the Best Pancakes in New York City 7:21

4d ago7:21

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A former top adviser to Mayor Adams is facing new corruption charges. Plus, The controversy over Central Park's carriage horses is back in the political fray after one of them died in Midtown earlier this month. And finally, where to get the best pancakes in New York City.By WNYC

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Morning Headlines: Monthly Evictions Are on the Rise, Health Department Is Down Inspectors, and Muslim Group on Long Island Reaches Settlement 2:49

4d ago2:49

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A WNYC analysis of city data finds marshals are evicting tenants at a rate of 1500 apartments a month, that’s the highest eviction rate since 2018. Another WNYC analysis found that seven of the ten buildings at the center of the Legionnaires' disease outbreak, some of which are run directly by the city, had no inspections over the past year. Finall…

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Ep. 3155 - TBT: From Abandoned Storage Finds to Museum Artifacts 5:50

4d ago5:50

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In this week’s Throwback Thursday segment, hear how a side hustler who once flipped storage unit items gradually specialized in rare historical items, and now supplies props and artifacts to small museums and exhibits. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quittin…

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Evening Roundup: Workers Sue Contractors They Blame for Legionnaires Outbreak, Hurricane Erin Brings Coastal Flooding Possibilities, Bronx Trains Left Out of Signal Repair Plans and a Bronx Green Space ... 8:50

5d ago8:50

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Two Harlem construction workers are suing contractors they blame for Legionnaires’ outbreak. Plus, the National Weather Service says much of New York City, Long Island and New Jersey will be under a coastal flood watch beginning Thursday night, thanks to Hurricane Erin. Also, the MTA is leaving the Bronx behind in a key effort to speed up subway se…

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Midday News: New York City Beaches Remain Closed, Rat Sightings Are Declining, and Why Childcare Is Increasingly Unaffordable 9:26

5d ago9:26

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New York City beaches will remain closed for swimming Wednesday and Thursday as Hurricane Erin generates dangerous rip currents. Plus, Mayor Adams says rat sightings in New York City have declined for eight straight months. And finally, childcare is becoming increasingly unaffordable for families. That’s why more parents in New Jersey and New York …

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The End of the Dream 5:59

5d ago5:59

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It was time for me to make the call, and I made it. I truly hope you’ve enjoyed this, and if you find us in the future, shoot me a message at little_chomp on twitch. See you around. Send us a text Season 1 System: We are using the One Piece homebrew by Joyful Gent and Bluebeary, which was inspired by u/Mr-Silvers. Season 2 System: We are using the …

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Morning Headlines: NYPD Officer Who Choked Man Recorded Expressing Remorse, NJ Residents Oppose Application Fees, NJ Officials Warn Swimmers about Dangerous Currents 3:08

5d ago3:08

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Officer Omar Habib pleaded not guilty after prosecutors accused him of placing a man in an illegal chokehold. But the Bronx DA's office says Habib can be heard on his body camera recording asking himself, "what'd you do, bro?" Meanwhile, Jersey City residents are paying hundreds of dollars to apply for affordable housing. Mayoral candidate Bill O’D…

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Ep. 3154 - STORY: Civil Engineer Sells Hooded Baby Robes on Amazon 8:22

5d ago8:22

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After a civil engineer in Florida learns to sell hooded baby robes on Amazon, he moves to Bali with his wife, where he builds an app to help him find products. This app turns into a business that employs 80 people and serves 100,000 users. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra …

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Evening Roundup: Kids Waitlisted for Childcare Vouchers Despite Funding Boost, Mayor Adams Sues Campaign Finance Board, and Thousands Could Face Homelessness Without Rental Vouchers 8:56

6d ago8:56

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Even after local and state leaders significantly boosted funding for child care vouchers, thousands of children are still on the waitlist for low cost care. Plus, Mayor Adams is suing the city's Campaign Finance Board for denying him $5 million in matching funds for his re-election bid. And finally, New York City will replace thousands of rental vo…

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Midday News: New York Lawmakers Demand Release of Ecuadorian Family, the Push for Gaming Licenses in New York State, and the Strange Mystery of Static Electricity on One City Block 6:31

6d ago6:31

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Governor Hochul and some New York lawmakers are demanding an Ecuadorian family's release after agents detained them at a Manhattan immigration court last week. Plus, backers of eight casino projects are vying for three downstate gaming licenses that New York State plans to award this year. But they first have to get past reviews by local community …

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IFH 816: From Extras to Director’s Chair: The Filmmaking Journey of Rocky Costanzo 52:05

6d ago52:05

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The journey of Rocky Costanzo is a testament to the raw, unpolished path of independent filmmaking. Beginning as an actor and extra on shows like The Wonder Years, he quickly discovered his true passion behind the camera. Without formal film school, Rocky turned to public access television as his training ground, learning through experimentation, t…

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Morning Headlines: Unlicensed Cannabis Shops Shut Down, New Jersey Grid Authority Delays Solar Project, Hurricane Erin's Trajectory 2:55

6d ago2:55

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Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz says six weed shops were padlocked following undercover buys and coordinated raids over the past month. Meanwhile, New Jersey has 33 large-scale solar energy projects ready to break ground, but PJM says the projects won't be greenlit until at least late-2026. Finally, Hurricane Erin will likely bring dangerous …

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Ep. 3153 - Q&A: “‘Love spells’ for sale on Etsy … is this real??” 4:30

6d ago4:30

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Truth is stranger than fiction, and some people really are selling “love spells” or magic charms online. In today’s episode, we explore the weird world of digital spellwork. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes fre…

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Evening Roundup: School Leaders Urge Parents to Enroll Migrant Students in Public Schools, Hurricane Erin Could Bring Dangerous Rip Currents to NYC Beaches, and Crown Heights Community on Edge After Shooting ... 7:32

7d ago7:32

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The city’s Department of Education is urging parents of newly arrived migrant children to enroll them in public school as classes start next month. Also, though Hurricane Erin is expected to stay well offshore, dangerous surf and rip currents could show up along the area’s coast over the next few days. And finally, WNYC’s Brittany Kriegstein visits…

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Midday News: Brooklyn Hookah Bar Mass Shooting Could be Gang Related, Mayor Adams Loses MTA Board Member, and Mount Sinai Offers Free Heart Screenings for Black Men 11:06

7d ago11:06

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Officials say they’re concerned about possible retaliation after a targeted shooting at a Brooklyn hookah bar left three dead and ten wounded early Sunday. Meanwhile, Mayor Eric Adams is down a board member at the MTA as hearings on new fare and toll hikes begin this week. Plus, Mount Sinai Hospital and the Real Dads Network are providing free hear…

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Droid and Bumpkin Diplomatic Services 1:44:52

7d ago1:44:52

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For some reason, the CIS crew starts to think that charging into the market square to assault the Iron Vault with just a handful of misfits MIGHT not be the best idea. Unfortunately, at this point, we don’t have a lot of potential allies left… Send us a text Season 1 System: We are using the One Piece homebrew by Joyful Gent and Bluebeary, which wa…

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Morning Headlines: Rep. Hakeem Jeffries Undecided on Mamdani Endorsement, Staten Island Gets Quality of Life Team, and US Open Fan Week Kicks Off 2:56

7d ago2:56

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House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries says he’s still deciding whether to endorse Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani. Meanwhile, Staten Island will get its own NYPD Quality of Life Team starting Monday. Plus, fans can already access free practices and events at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center as US Open Fan Week runs through Saturday.…

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Ep. 3152 - First $1,000: Book Summary Subscription Breaks Out 6:04

7d ago6:04

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In this week’s First $1,000 segment, hear how one side hustler launched a paid weekly book summary subscription, combining AI tools with personal commentary to stand out in a crowded space. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the s…

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Ep. 3151 - Weekend Workshop: Emotional Products Command Premium Prices 7:21

8d ago7:21

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This new segment is all about helping you learn the key steps to a new side hustle in 2025, one step or concept per week. It includes activities, examples, and more—and of course it’s all free. Today’s topic: an industrial engineer creates nostalgia-themed handcrafted items. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed ca…

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In Being Optimistic You Can Navigate Fears As You Live Full Out 52:52

9d ago52:52

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Episode: 2025.11.26 The Living Full Out show with Nancy Solari encourages you to be optimistic. Perhaps you got denied from a job you really wanted. Maybe you received unexpected news about a loved one. Join Nancy as she discusses how to find light in adverse times. Our first caller Bartty wonders how to go on with her daily life as an empty nester…

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A Squirrel Named Peanut, a Viral Backlash, and the Culture War That Followed 29:01

9d ago29:01

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A beloved squirrel named Peanut, a raid by New York environmental officers, and a maelstrom of online outrage. What began as a wildlife seizure turned into a viral flashpoint in the culture wars, with fallout for innocent bystanders, overwhelmed state agencies, and the enforcement of environmental law. WNYC’s Jon Campbell unravels the saga from int…

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Ep. 3150 - Q&A: “Do I need to worry about international taxes on digital products?” 4:05

9d ago4:05

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Selling digital products internationally? In this episode, we explain what small creators need to know about VAT, global taxes, and how to avoid expensive compliance mistakes. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes f…

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Evening Roundup: NY State AGs Urge Instagram to Protect User Data, MTA increases Train Service for U.S Open, ICE Offices Temporarily Evacuated, Mamdani Canvassers Return, Lawmakers Warn of Budget Shortfall ... 8:22

10d ago8:22

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New York State Attorney General Letitia James is among dozens of state AGs urging Instagram to protect users' data after the platform released a map feature that allows users to share their real-time location. Meanwhile, the MTA is increasing train service for the start of the U.S Open Monday. Also, Mamdani canvassers return to the streets ahead of…

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Midday News: New Delivery Tip Rules in NYC, Midtown Rezoning Plan Approved, and Remembering Latin Jazz Icon Eddie Palmieri 8:24

10d ago8:24

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New York City food delivery customers can now tip more easily under new City Council laws affecting apps like DoorDash and UberEats. Meanwhile, a sweeping Midtown rezoning could bring 10,000 new homes to Manhattan’s West Side. Plus, we remember Latin jazz legend Eddie Palmieri, who helped define New York’s salsa sound. Music journalist Aurora Flore…

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Morning Headlines: Fourth Person Dies in Harlem Legionnaires Outbreak, NYC Council to Override Mayor Adams’ Food Vendor Vetoes, Calls to Pause Summer Evictions, and PATH Train Woes 12:35

10d ago12:35

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A fourth person has died in the Harlem Legionnaires’ disease outbreak, which has now sickened 99 people. Meanwhile, City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams says the Council will vote to override Mayor Adams’ vetoes of bills expanding protections for food vendors and delivery workers. Also, Legal Services NYC is calling on the city to pause evictions on…

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Ep. 3149 - Q&A: “Can you still make money flipping domain names?” 5:03

10d ago5:03

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Selling digital products internationally? In this episode, we explain what small creators need to know about VAT, global taxes, and how to avoid expensive compliance mistakes. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes f…

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Evening Roundup: Manhattan Rezoning Approved, New Social Club For Coincidences, AG James Sues Parent Company of Zelle, and NYC Foot Traffic Tops Pre-Pandemic Levels 9:48

11d ago9:48

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City Council has approved a plan to rezone midtown Manhattan, opening the door to add thousands of new housing units. The Attorney General of New York is suing the parent company of Zelle. Plus, a new social club for people who love a good coincidence. And finally, WNYC’s Arun Venguopol looks into new data that finds New York City has bounced back …

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Midday News: City Council to Vote on Transgender Patient Protections, Bad Bunny Ticket Scams, Public School Student in Immigration Detention, and NYC Mayoral Race Heats Up 11:43

11d ago11:43

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The New York City Council is expected to vote this Thursday on a pair of bills aimed at expanding protections for transgender patients in city hospitals. Meanwhile, state Attorney General Letitia James is warning fans about a rise in fake Bad Bunny ticket sales ahead of the singer’s upcoming shows. Also, city officials say another public school stu…

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Morning Headlines: Former Gov. Paterson Backs Mayor Adams for Reelection, Feds to Appeal ICE Detention Ruling, and Mayor Adams Vetoes Delivery Worker Pay Hike 3:10

11d ago3:10

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Former Governor David Paterson is backing Mayor Eric Adams’ reelection bid after supporting Andrew Cuomo in the primary. Meanwhile, federal officials plan to appeal a judge’s order mandating better conditions for immigrants held in Manhattan. And Mayor Adams has vetoed two City Council bills that would have raised pay for grocery delivery workers.…

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Ep. 3148 - TBT: How I Knew It Was Time to Quit My Side Hustle 5:11

11d ago5:11

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In this week’s Throwback Thursday segment, hear how a side hustler who ran a profitable online stationery business for five years made the difficult but deliberate choice to shut it down. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the sho…

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Evening Roundup: Times Square Casino Backers Withdraw Proposal to Residents, Central Park Leaders Call to Ban Horse-Drawn Carriages, ICE Must Meet Living Standards at Immigration Holding Areas, and NJ ... 9:33

12d ago9:33

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Backers of a casino proposed for Times Square have reversed course on a proposal to create a $22 million fund benefiting residents of a nearby affordable housing complex. Plus, the Central Park Conservancy says it's time to ban horse-drawn carriages. Also, a judge has ordered Immigration and Customs Enforcement to improve conditions at their hold r…

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Midday News: Seaside Heights NJ Tightens Beach Access, Paterson Restores Water Service, and Investigation Into ACS Response to Domestic Violence Reports 10:48

12d ago10:48

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After a deadly weekend at the Jersey Shore, Seaside Heights officials say they’ll crack down on beach access after lifeguards leave for the day. Meanwhile, in Paterson, New Jersey, most residents have running water again but it’s still not safe to drink. Plus, WNYC’s Samantha Max reports on how some New York City parents who report domestic violenc…

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Morning Headlines: Atlantic Yards Developer Threaten to Sue NYS, COVID-19 Subway Cleaners Win Backpay , and Pete Alonso Becomes Mets All-Time Home Run Leader 3:04

12d ago3:04

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New York state officials say they dropped millions in fines against the developer of the long-delayed Atlantic Yards affordable housing project after the company threatened legal action. Meanwhile, pandemic-era subway cleaners will receive $3 million in backpay following a city comptroller lawsuit against the MTA. Plus, Mets first baseman Pete Alon…

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Ep. 3147 - STORY: Coffee Lovers Brew Quick Fix Into $1 Million Hustle 8:27

12d ago8:27

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While training for a 24-hour obstacle course challenge and working full-time, a GM employee turns cold brew into a moneymaking energizer. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A se…

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Cybersecurity Isn’t Just the CIO’s Job Anymore 29:41

12d ago29:41

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One phone call. One click. That’s all it takes. In this episode, Jess Carter talks with Jeffrey Foresman, VP of Cybersecurity at Resultant, about why today’s most dangerous breaches don’t start with technical flaws, but with people. With over 30 years in the field, Jeffrey shares stories of social engineering attacks that bypass sophisticated defen…

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Evening Roundup: Teachers Prepare for School-Day Smartphone Ban, Astoria Car Crash Leaves Three Dead, Trump Threatens Federal Takeover of NYC, but Can He? And, NY State Troopers Could Get Paid Leave After ... 8:38

13d ago8:38

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New York State's cell phone ban in schools is on the way. Plus, the NYPD says three people are dead after a driver struck two pedestrians and another car in Queens Tuesday morning. Also, experts say President Trump will likely face greater difficulty in New York if he wants to exert federal control. And finally, the union representing New York Stat…

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Midday News: Mayor Adams Touts Housing Milestone, Experts Warn Fewer Cooling Tower Inspections Could Raise Legionnaires’ Risk, and Hochul Weighs in on Child Abuse Bill 7:59

13d ago7:59

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Mayor Eric Adams says his administration has helped more than 3,500 New Yorkers move into permanent housing as part of his effort to reduce street and subway homelessness, especially among those with serious mental illness. Meanwhile, health experts warn that fewer inspections of cooling towers could raise the risk of Legionnaires’ disease. Plus, G…

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IFH 815: Lessons in Filmmaking, Failure, and Persistence with Greg Travis 54:38

13d ago54:38

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In this episode, veteran actor and director Greg Travis dives into his decades-long filmmaking journey, culminating in the release of his once-abandoned 1984 feature Dark Seduction. Shot on 16mm black-and-white film, the noir-vampire hybrid languished in post-production limbo for over 30 years before digital technology made its completion possible.…

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Morning Headlines: Health Officials Say Harlem Legionnaires’ Outbreak Slowing Despite Seven Additional Cases, President Trump Considers Boosting Federal Law Enforcement in NYC, and City Students See Slight ... 3:13

13d ago3:13

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New York City health officials say the Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in Harlem is slowing, even with seven new cases reported this week. Meanwhile, President Trump says he'll explore stepping up the number of federal law enforcers in New York City in the coming months. Plus, newly released test scores show slight improvement for students throughou…

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