All Of It with Alison Stewart

Comedian Ian Karmel and his sister, Dr. Alisa Karmel, grew up overweight as kids. However, they never talked about it. In a new memoir, the two reflect on their childhood experiences. Ian joins us to discuss their book, T-Shirt Swim Club, which is out today.This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar

This Friday, guitarist Mike Campbell and his band The Dirty Knobs will release their new rocking album, Vagabonds, Virgins & Misfits. Campbell was a founder, lead guitarist, and co-writer for Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, and he joins us in studio for a Listening Party preview of the new album.*This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar.

WNYC reporter and All Of It guest host Matt Katz spent years looking for his biological father, a search that turned into his acclaimed podcast, Inconceivable Truth. He joins us to reflect on how that search made him think about parenting and fatherhood ahead of Father's Day.*This episode is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar.

A mother provides raw testimony about her struggle to help her son facing intense mental health challenges, including depression, substance abuse, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. It's titled,I Can Fix This: And Other Lies I Told Myself While Parenting My Struggling Child. Author Kristina Kuzmič joins us to discuss lessons she learned about supporting her children through crisis, and we take listener calls.*This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar

Friendships can ground us, nurture us, and be a great source of fun and belonging. But what happens when they aren't working? We speak to author Anna Goldfarb, whose latest book, Modern Friendship, is about how to nurture friendships and also know when to let go. Plus, we take your calls.*This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar.

Our lives are lived in three places: home, work – and a third place. Usually it’s not a place that bridges the first two, like a library, bookstore, park, cafe, barbershop, dog park. But they're becoming increasingly rare. Writer Allie Volpe joins to discuss the importance of third spaces and what its decline could mean for everyday people. She's the writer of the latest Vox article, If you want to belong, find a third place.*This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar.

In her directorial debut, queer comedian TigNotaro explores what it means to come out late(r) in life. The film, "Am I Ok?", features Lucy (played by Dakota Johnson) who reveals a long held secret about her sexuality to her best friend.Notarojoins us to talk about the film, which is available to stream on Max.*This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar.

Ahead of the Puerto Rican Day Parade on Sunday, we take some time to look back on the history of the island, and the circumstances that led so many Puerto Ricans to move to New York City. Author Jorell Meléndez-Badillo joins us to discuss his new book, Puerto Rico: A National History.*This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar.

What's up this weekend? We ask listeners about their weekend plans. *This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar.

The Northern Irish police procedural, "Blue Lights," has been called "Ireland's answer to the Wire" for its both gritty and compassionate depiction of rookie cops working the hard scrabble streets of Belfast. Season 1 was nominated for 4 IFTAs (Irish Film and Television Awards) including Best New Drama. Season 2 premieres on BritBox June 13 and creators Declan Lawn and Adam Patterson join to discuss the series.*This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar.

Summer in New York is a season made for late nights. If you drink alcohol, perhaps you'll wake up with more than one hangover this summer, in which case you'll probably be craving some food to aid in nursing the typical morning-after headache. Nikita Richardson, New York Times Food editor who also writes the Where To Eat Newsletter, recently wrote about her go-to meals and places around the city for a hangover cure, and she joins us to discuss what makes the perfect hangover food and take your calls.*This episode is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar.

Cookbook author and globetrotting food writer Yasmin Fahr joins to discuss her latest book, Cook Simply, Live Fully, which features recipes for easy weeknight dinners and one-pot meals. Plus, she'll take listener calls.This segment is guest hosted by Kousha Navidar

Following the tour cancellations from artists like Jennifer Lopez and The Black Keys and slow ticket sales for other artists like Future and Metro Boomin', we investigate what's going on with summer concerts with Dave Brooks, senior director of live music and touring at Billboard. Plus, we discuss the Biden administration's antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation, which owns Ticketmaster. And we take your calls! This segment is guest hosted by Kousha Navidar

Generations have grown up with Kermit the Frog, Oscar the Grouch and Big Bird. Now Academy Award-winning director Ron Howard takes a look at the man behind the muppets, Jim Henson, in his new documentary "Jim Henson: Idea Man". Ron Howard joins to discuss the film and Henson's legacy. This segment is guest hosted by Kousha Navidar

In the 1970s, Brooklyn-born saxophonist Alan Braufman released a cult classic free jazz album, Valley of Search. But for decades afterwards, Braufman was out of the spotlight, not releasing any albums as a band leader. However, in 2018 Valley of Search was rediscovered by a new generation of jazz fans, leading to Braufman recording a new critically acclaimed album, The Fire Still Burns, in 2020. He's just released a new album, Infinite Love Infinite Tears, and Braufman joins us in studio for a Listening Party ahead of his show tomorrow night at National Sawdust.This segment is guest hosted by Kousha Navidar

Movies can serve as a vehicle to broaden our understanding of the world, and find empathy and meaning in our lives. This Pride Month, we ask our listeners: What's a queer film that shaped you? Kyle Turner, freelance journalist and author ofThe Queer Film Guide joins to help answer that question. This segment is part of "Pride on Screen," our new series this June where we showcase contemporary LGBTQ+ issues through film.*This segment is guest hosted by Kousha Navidar.

From Golden Era of the 1980's to present day, jewelry has been a consistent part of hip hop style and fashion. A new exhibition at the American Museum of Natural History pays homage to the unique creativity of the designs, from "dookie chains" to the elaborate, "iced out" pendants worn by current stars like Drake and A$AP Rocky. Curator Vikki Tobak and legendary rapper Roxanne Shante join to discuss Ice Cold and the enduring style of hip hop jewels.*This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar.

[REBROADCAST FROM October 3, 2023] The play "Job" centers on the relationship between a crisis therapist, played by "Succession" actor Peter Friedman, and his client, a tech employee played by Sydney Lemmon whose recent workplace breakdown has become a viral video. Friedman and Lemmon join us with the playwright Max Wolf Friedlich. "Job" is opening on Broadway on July 15 at the Hayes Theater following two successful off-Broadway runs.

The Cannes Film Festival recently wrapped, and it gave a peek at some films that might be jockeying for Oscar nominations this season. New York Times pop culture reporter Kyle Buchanan was in Cannes and drops by to share his takeaways from the festival, as well as share films he's looking forward to this summer. We also discuss the state of the Summer Blockbuster in light of two big box office disappointments in "The Fall Guy" and "Furiosa."This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar

Brooklyn-born, LA-based singer Zsela's long-awaited debut album, Big For You, comes four years after the release of her EP Ache of Victory which The New York Times called "a group of songs that are emotive yet elusive." She joins us to discuss the inspiration behind music songs and preview her forthcoming album.This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar

The Stone Pony in Asbury Park has an almost mythical reputation in New Jersey music history. The beachside venue was where a young Bruce Springsteen first got his start, and it was a popular destination for local acts and memorable nights beginning in the 1970s. New York Times reporter Nick Corasaniti has written a new book, I Don't Want To Go Home: The Oral History of The Stone Pony, and he recounts to us what he learned about the storied venue. Plus, we take your calls.EVENT: Nick will be hosting a ticketed book release party at The Stony Pony on June 8. Doors open at 7pm.This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar

Grammy-winning musician and singer Arooj Aftab joins us for a Listening Party for her new album, Night Reign, which combines jazz and folk sounds. Pitchfork says the album's "gestures are bold, romantic, and often unforgettable."*This segment is guest-hosted by David Furst.

In an age of Web MD, most of us have found ourselves anxiously Googling symptoms, and diagnosing ourselves with terrible ailments, even if we know it's a bad idea. A new book gets to the cultural, historical, and mental health roots of hypochondria. It's titled, A Body Made of Glass: A Cultural History of Hypochondria. Author Caroline Crampton joins us to discuss, and take calls, as part of our ongoing series, Mental Health Mondays.*This segment is guest-hosted by David Furst.

Happy June! We're kicking off Pride Month by asking listeners about their 'coming out' journeys. We're joined by Mathew Rodriguez, freelance writer for Teen Vogue, Slate, Out and Remezcla, who covers LGBTQ+ topics. He joins us to talk about what 'coming out' has looked like historically in the United States, and how to support LGBTQ+ people with their coming out experience.*This segment is guest-hosted by David Furst.

A new season of Slate’s popular narrative-driven podcast, Slow Burn revisits the fight against the Briggs Initiative in California, the nation’s first statewide referendum on gay rights. Writer, producer and host Christina Cauterucci joins us to discuss.*This segment is guest-hosted by David Furst.

Audrey Kang is the bandleader of Lightning Bug, the New York City indie rock group. Kang joins us on the heels of releasing the band's new album, No Paradise. We present our interview with Kang, and a live performance. The conversation was hosted by All Of It producer Simon Close.*This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar.

We air highlights from our May Get Lit with All Of It book club event with author Lisa Ko. We discussed her book, Memory Piece, which follows three friends in New York from the 1980s through 2040 as their hopes, dreams, and ambitions change alongside the city. The conversation was hosted by All Of It producer Jordan Lauf.*This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar.

In the new film "Ezra," Bobby Cannavale plays a standup comedian who is struggling with his ex-wife about the best way to raise their son, Ezra, who has autism. The film is directed by Tony Goldwyn and written by Tony Spiridakis, based on his own experiences with his son. They join us to discuss "Ezra," which premieres in theaters today.*This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar.

Viggo Mortensen joins us to discuss writing, directing, and starring in the new Western romance, "The Dead Don't Hurt," about a couple relearning each other after the wife's husband returns from the Civil War. Mortensen is joined by actor Vicky Krieps, who plays Vivienne in the film. "The Dead Don't Hurt" is in theaters today.*This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar.

Submissions for All of It's Public Song Project are closed. To give a preview of some of the song submissions, and upcoming events, Producer Simon Close joins us in studio.

It’s officially summer travel season. If you’re thinking about planning a trip to sample some local cuisine along the Eastern Seaboard (or beyond) we’ll share some suggestions of where to check out great food with Hunter Lewis, editor in chief of Food and Wine. And we’ll take your calls of your favorite places for your favorite dishes. *This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar.

William Jackson Harper has received a Tony nomination for his role as Astrov in the classic Chekov play "Uncle Vanya," running now at Lincoln Center. He joins us to discuss.*This episode is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar.

Pride Month is only a few days away, and NewFest is launching its annual NewFest Pride film festival! The 5-day festival features a series of short films, documentaries, and director Q&As that celebrate the community's enduring legacy. Programming director Nick McCarthy and executive director David Hatkoff join us in studio to give us a preview NewFest, which starts tonight.*This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar.

Years ago, chef and cookbook author Lee Kalpakis decided to leave her life in New York City behind and move to a camper in the Catskills. Now, she's released a new cookbook based on her experiences in the woods to help others camp, and cook, in style. She joins us to discuss, Out There: A Camper Cookbook, and take calls from listeners.*This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar.

Photoville's yearly exhibition of public photography launches this weekend. We speak to executive director Laura Roumanos about the festival's thirteenth year as well as hear from photographer Ismail Ferdous, whose work will be featured.This segment is guest-hosted by Kate Hinds

Recently, singer-songwriter Judy Collins recorded a concert in which she performed her iconic 1967 album, Wildflowers, backed by an orchestra. A recording of the concert streams on the PBS app starting tomorrow, and Collins previews the concert for us, reflects on the impact of Wildflowers, and takes your calls!This segment is guest-hosted by Kate Hinds

The New York-based indie rock band Habibi combines the sounds of the Arab world with punk rock to create a unique sound. Founding bandmembers Rahill Jamalifard and Lenny Lynch join us to preview their new album, Dreamachine, out Friday. The band is playing tomorrow night at Rough Trade.This segment is guest-hosted by Kate Hinds.

Fresh herbs are a great way to elevate your home cooking. Whether it's basil, thyme, rosemary, or sage, herbs can be used not just in meals, but in drinks too! And they're easier to grow than normal houseplants (think fire escape herb gardens). Stephen Orr, editor in chief of Better Homes & Gardens, and author of the book, The New American Herbal: An Herb Gardening Book, returns to the show to give us some tips for starting an herb garden this summer and takes your calls.This segment is guest-hosted by Kate Hinds

Last week, lawmakers in Connecticut made a push for Connecticut to be named "The Pizza State" and New Haven "The Pizza Capital." Of course, this caused some consternation here in New York, where we think highly of our own offerings. For our latest installment of "Small Stakes, Big Opinions" we ask you to call in and share your favorite pizza joints as well as take a stand about whether New Haven edges out NYC. Joining us as a guest is New Yorker staff writer Hannah Goldfield, who penned a piece called "The Lasting Pleasures of New Haven Pizza."

In the latest novel from writer Rachel Khong, a teenage boy sets out to find his biological father, and we learn the love story between his mother, Lily, and a rich heir to a pharmaceutical company, Matt. Khong joins us to discuss the novel, titled Real Americans.

Tuesday after Memorial Day is known within the moving industry as "Crazy Tuesday," when moving companies have a high number of requests from clients moving homes around the country. Moving in New York can be especially chaotic and stressful, so Caroline Utz, Senior Editorial Director for The Spruce, gives us some tips to make that move to a new apartment a little less hectic, and we take your calls.

May is National Moving Month, so today we're dedicating a whole hour of the show to moving. Chances are some of you have moved to New York recently. Jake Dobkin, Gothamist co-founder, current Vice President of Sponsorship at New York Public Radio, and author the book, Ask a Native New Yorker: Hard-Earned Advice on Surviving and Thriving in the Big City, takes your calls to see how things are going and offers tips on adjusting to New York life.

Way before Michael McDonald was Rock & Roll Hall of Famer and Grammy Award–winning musician with The Doobie Brothers, Steely Dan, and as a solo artist, he was a high school dropout from Ferguson, Missouri who moved to California to pursue his dream. Now, McDonald has written a new memoir,What a Fool Believes, and he speaks to us about the book, his life, his music, and his struggles with addiction.*This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar.

We know that late summer is the prime season for having more tomatoes than we know what to do with from the garden. But now is a crucial time for planting and early growth. Joel Flagler, Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Bergen County, gives us tips on how to ensure our tomato plants thrive as the weather gets warmer and answers your questions.*This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar.

Last week, we asked you about your weekend plans, and we got some fantastic responses. So we're doing it again! So we're doing it again! Hear what's in store for this weekend from members of team All Of It, our WNYC colleagues, and other listeners.*This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar.

Ani DiFranco has a very busy month. She's currently starring as Persephone in "Hadestown." Her new album, Unprecedented Sh!t, drops today, and later in June a new documentary about her life, "1-800-ON-HER-OWN," will premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival. DiFranco joins us to discuss all of her new projects.*This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar.

Trained chef and food writer Karla Tatiana Vasquez's new cookbook features recipes and traditions within the Salvadoran diaspora. It's titled, The SalviSoul Cookbook: Salvadoran Recipes and The Women Who Preserve Them. Vasquez joins us to share some of those dishes and their history before her event at the Museum of Food and Drink (MOFAD) on Friday, May 24 at 7:00 p.m.

Scientific discovery is often a collaborative experience. But for a group of men in the early 1800s studying birds of North America, it was a messy and chaotic effort to identify and write about many different species as possible, all while trying to outdo each other. Naturalist Kenn Kaufman writes about what John James Audubon and his peers discovered (and what they missed) and how it impacts our understanding of the world today. His book is called, The Birds That Audubon Missed, and Kaufman joins us to discuss.This episode is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar

The New York City-set drama "Evil" follows a scientist, a priest, and a psychiatrist tasked by the Catholic Church with investigating potentially demonic activity around the city. Katja Herbers, who stars as doubtful psychiatrist Kristen Bouchard, joins us to discuss the final season of the show, which premieres today on Paramount +.This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar

It's almost time for a summer of new music: bangers, sweaty bops, anthems, and the annual "song of the summer" debate. With new releases approaching from Charli XCX, Khelani, Tems, and more, All Of It producers Simon Close and L. Malik Anderson break down what music to be looking out for to feed your summer playlist. This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar