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NYC NOW is a feed of the most up-to-date local news from across New York City and the region. It’s all the news you need to know right now to make New York work for you.

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One month into Zohran Mamdani’s tenure as New York City mayor, his governing style is starting to take shape. From a snowstorm that tested his crisis response to early moves on child care alongside Governor Kathy Hochul, Mamdani has paired constant p... more

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Saks Global, the parent company of Saks Fifth Avenue filed for bankruptcy this month. Janae and producer Iru head up to 5th Av. to check on the iconic NYC department store, and WNYC’s Ryan Kailath breaks down why this isn’t the kind of bankruptcy tha... more

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In this edition of Arts & Culture Check In, WNYC’s arts and culture editor Matthew Schnipper walks through what’s landing on the culture desk right now. That includes Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s latest use of pop culture references, concerts worth attendi... more

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More than 5,000 rent stabilized apartments are set to change hands after the Pinnacle Group, once one of New York City’s largest landlords, entered bankruptcy and a judge approved the sale of its buildings. The case drew unusual attention when Mayor ... more

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Recent Guests

Roxana Hadadi
Critic at Vulture who writes about television, film, and pop culture
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Episode: Who Is Mira Nair? The Filmmaker Who Shaped NYC’s Mayor
Leah Goodridge
Brooklyn-based tenants' rights attorney, former member of the Rent Guidelines Board, currently on the City Planning Commission
Episode: Newsflash, the Rent Is Still Too Damn High. And Other Things New York Renters Need to Know in 2026
Hans Walters
Curator at the New York Aquarium and a marine biologist
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Episode: Best of 2025: NYC’s Shark Summer
Roy Lee
Former Columbia University student who created an AI tool for coding interviews.
Episode: Best of 2025: Cheat on Everything
Sean Pease
Inmate at Greenhaven Correctional Facility, advocating for second chances
Episode: A Push for Second Chances in New York Prisons and a Taste of Hell’s Kitchen
Cherise Pease
Sister of Sean Pease, turned him in for his crimes
Episode: A Push for Second Chances in New York Prisons and a Taste of Hell’s Kitchen
Trevor Bell
Cab driver shot by Sean Pease
Episode: A Push for Second Chances in New York Prisons and a Taste of Hell’s Kitchen
Steve Zeidman
Law professor at CUNY and co-director of the Second Look Project
CUNY
Episode: A Push for Second Chances in New York Prisons and a Taste of Hell’s Kitchen
Rowan Wilson
New York's chief judge
Episode: A Push for Second Chances in New York Prisons and a Taste of Hell’s Kitchen

Hosts

Jenae Pierre
Host of NYC Now.
David Brand
Housing reporter for WNYC, involved in investigative reporting pertaining to urban issues.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 147 ratings
  • NYC news

    Perfect to check in with the city's headlines and the Friday morning "on the way" transit segment is my favorite!

    Edit: what changed? Why is there only one episode per day instead of three?

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    Menomenamenotyou
    United States2 months ago
  • NYC news

    Perfect to check in with the city's headlines and the Friday morning "on the way" transit segment is my favorite!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Menomenamenotyou
    United States6 months ago
  • My morning ritual

    Listen to this every morning

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    William Higbie
    United States6 months ago
  • NYC news

    Perfect to check in with the city's headlines

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Menomenamenotyou
    United Statesa year ago
  • I always learn something

    And the hosts and presenters are excellent, across the board. A true NYC gem.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AudioKi
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the timely updates on local news, emphasizing the podcast's effectiveness in keeping them informed during busy mornings.
Critiques mention a desire for more hyper-local stories, indicating some audience members seek coverage of more community-specific issues beyond broader city news.
Many find the content to be a reliable source for civic engagement, particularly around elections and local governance.

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A Major Landlord Filed for Bankruptcy. New York City Tried to Intervene. Here’s What Happened.
Q: What does this mean for Mayor Mamdani and his pledge to hold landlords accountable?
Despite the setback in not being able to intervene effectively, the situation may serve as blueprint for future interventions as the city looks to protect tenants under similar circumstances.
A Major Landlord Filed for Bankruptcy. New York City Tried to Intervene. Here’s What Happened.
Q: How did Pinnacle build an operation this big and get into so much financial trouble in the first place?
Pinnacle's financial troubles stemmed from a dramatic shift in tenant protection laws that limited the ways landlords could increase rents and evict tenants. This change followed years of predatory practices encouraged by previous laws.
Zohran Mamdani’s First 30 Days as Mayor. How Has He Done?
Q: What has been Mamdani's performance regarding his childcare agenda?
He announced a push for free childcare for two-year-olds and made steps towards achieving universal childcare goals, though challenges remain in its implementation.
Zohran Mamdani’s First 30 Days as Mayor. How Has He Done?
Q: How did Mayor Mamdani handle the recent snowstorm?
He handled it by being on the ground, communicating effectively, and making cultural references that resonated with New Yorkers.
Who Is Mira Nair? The Filmmaker Who Shaped NYC’s Mayor
Q: If someone has never heard of Mira Nair, how would you describe the kind of stories that she tells?
Roxana describes Nair as telling stories primarily about identity through various lenses such as class, ethnicity, and nationality, focusing on the friction between groups and finding commonalities.

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Focused on delivering timely and relevant local news, this podcast offers a fresh perspective on current events in New York City and the surrounding region. Episodes cover a variety of topics, including politics, housing, community issues, and cultural events, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in staying informed about their city. Unique to its format, the show features a combination of in-depth investigative reports and lighter segments that examine urban life, thereby appealing to a wide audience seeking both serious journalism and daily updates.

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2. Leah Goodridge
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4. Roy Lee
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7. Trevor Bell
8. Steve Zeidman

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