Jun 13, 2026

A little sadness tints his exultant photographs of subway repair shops: “I’m one step ahead of the wrecking ball, whether it’s a factory that’s going to close or a process that’s going to change. It’s heart-breaking.” Presented with MTA Arts and Design and the New York Transit Museum. Music: Dingonek...

Jun 6, 2026

When he asked Frederick Douglass to the White House, did he serve snacks? “We did offer some refreshments, perhaps tea and bread.” Tea and bread? Great Emancipator, chintzy host. A conversation with the 16th President, as portrayed by ChatGPT: call him AI-braham Lincoln.

May 30, 2026

From the day she was born, her father was determined to make her a musician: “When I was brought home, my father piped classical music throughout the house and in our bedrooms. All night. Newborns! We were newborns!” Today she’s a pediatrician. No no, a pianist. And a fine one. Presented with Yamaha Artist...

May 23, 2026

The Lutheran Bishop of New York esteems the subway. “It doesn’t discriminate based on age, race, gender identity, religion, lack of religion, none of those things.” Not just a public good, “a manifestation of the kingdom of God.” The second of a two-part episode recorded at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church. Music:...

May 16, 2026

The Lutheran Bishop of the Metropolitan New York Synod has a complex and nuanced view of God but unbridled affection for His son: “I’m a big fan of Jesus; we go way back.” The first of a two-part episode recorded at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church. Music: Ashley Wool, Arden Strasser.