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WFUV News' “What's What” is a daily podcast that explores current events, culture, news, and hot topic issues surrounding the New York metropolitan area, as well as features and interviews...
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WFUV News' “What's What” is a daily podcast that explores current events, culture, news, and hot topic issues surrounding the New York metropolitan area, as well as features and interviews exclusively from WFUV.
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15 OCT 2026 · Election experts and voting rights advocates are holding a virtual briefing to explain the New York election and how it works. They will be debunking misinformation about the voting process and talk through the steps organizations take across the state to make sure all voters can cast a ballot without issue. Connecticut released a new report examining how public benefits have influenced poverty rates, and potential consequences of new federal cuts for residents. WFUV’s Mia Barth gives us more on the report. What’s What music host Livia Regina reports on an interview that Ian Sweet had with WFUV about her new album, a collaboration between Fontaines DC and Rosalia, and a Cameron Winter concert film. Host/Producer: Sonia Weliwitigida Editor: Robin Shannon Reporter: Mia Barth Reporter: Livia Regina Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker
14 OCT 2026 · City Council officials and Mayor Mamdani have agreed to ban horse carriages in NYC, ahead of the official vote next week. WFUV’s Sonia Weliwitigoda has more. A $10 million donation is giving Jackson Heights its first community center. WFUV’s Mia Barth explains more on the newfound center. Last night, New York Governor Kathy Hochul faced off against her Republican opponent Bruce Blakeman. WFUV’s Sienna Reinders tells us more about what the candidates discussed. This past Sunday, New Yorkers gathered for the sixty-second annual Hispanic Heritage Parade. WFUV’s Gabby Macre takes us to the event where over 10,000 marchers attended. Host/Producer: Sonia Weliwitigoda Editor: Robin Shannon Editor: Lainey Nguyen Reporter: Sonia Weliwitigoda Reporter: Mia Barth Reporter: Sienna Reinders Reporter: Gabby Macre Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker
8 OCT 2026 · Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Council Speaker Julie Menin announced an expansion of a grant pilot program that aims to speed up payments for non-profits. According to Mamdani, it will eliminate nine steps, and allow up to 800 not-for-profit groups to up to $25,000 within 30 days. Students and non-profits protested today outside of Columbia University. They were mobilized by the Women’s March gathered for a Nationwide Day of Action to stop sexual violence. This follows an alleged gang-rape at Cornell University for which survivor Jane Doe, is seeking justice. WFUV’s Gabby Macre went out to the protest and heard from women attending. WFUV’s music news host Sienna Reinders shares an interview with Kels’ following her live session with WFUV, information on the Fontaine's D.C. tour, and a celebration in honor of David Bowie’s 80th birthday. Host/Producer: Sonia Weliwitigoda Editor: Tess Novotny Reporter: Sonia Weliwitigoda Reporter: Gabby Macre Reporter: Sienna Reinders Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker
7 OCT 2026 · New York Governor Kathy Hochul is tackling fare evasion on the subway. WFUV’s Mia Barth has more on the rollout of new subway gates. The New York City council is considering changes to pedicab laws. In a hearing, the council reviewed multiple bills that would prevent overcharging, end disruptive music near Broadway theaters, and require drivers to set fixed prices per minute. An all-women music festival took over Bowery Ballroom last weekend. WFUV’s Livia Regina brings us to Girl Noise to see how the festival unites music and activism. Host/Producer: Sonia Weliwitigoda Editors: Nathan Ray and Lainey Nguyen Reporter: Mia Barth Reporter: Sonia Weliwitigoda Reporter: Livia Regina Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker
6 OCT 2026 · Major crime is down in New York City. The NYPD reports historic lows in shootings incidents and murders through the first nine months of the year. Residents of Kips Bay rallied to save an AMC theater after NYU Langone purchased the property. WFUV’s Sienna Reinders takes us to the rally where New Yorkers spoke about what the theater means to them before it closes. Hunts Point is home to the largest food distribution center in the country. Over 15,000 delivery trucks enter the neighborhood, most of which are diesel-powered. WFUV’s Tahlia Pearson has more on how new e-trucks can combat the abundant air pollution in the area. Host/Producer: Livia Regina Editor: Nathan Ray Reporter: Sienna Reinders Reporter: Tahlia Pearson
5 OCT 2026 · The New York City Council is considering a suite of bills to protect New Yorkers from the risks of artificial intelligence. WFUV’s Mia Barth reports on how AI companies like OpenAI and Anthropic testified at a hearing about the impacts and safety of AI. New York is seeing a surge in mobile sports betting and more people are reaching out for help with gambling problems. New York State doubled funding for problem gambling services. WFUV’s Gabby Macre spoke with Deputy Comptroller, Maria Doulis about some key takeaways. Governor Kathy Hochul expanded access to free community college for tens of thousands more adult learners, ages 25 through 55, across New York. This expansion is a part of Governor Kathy Hochul’s efforts to reduce AI’s impact on the workforce. Host/Producer: Sienna Reinders Editor: Tess Nevotny Reporter: Mia Barth Reporter: Gabby Macre Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker
17 SEP 2026 · New York City is tightening security for State officials with the United Nations General Assembly coming up this week. Mayor Zohran Mamdani and NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch announce street closures, gridlocks, and more. The 200,000th pothole in New York City has officially been closed in Bushwick. WFUV’s Sonia Weliwitigoda reports on the announcement. In music news, WFUV’s Sienna Reinders shares Andrew Sa’s interview with the station, Oasis goes back on tour, and Bruce Springsteen has 2 new albums in the works. Host/Producer: Sonia Weliwitigoda Editor: Tess Novotny Editor: Robin Shannon Reporter: Sonia Weliwitigoda Reporter: Sienna Reinders Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker
16 SEP 2026 · The City Council is advising the Department of Education to expand limits on screentime for students in city schools. WFUV’s Gabby Macre explains the limit and the reasoning for it. According to the NY State Comptroller, there has been an 8.5% increase in calls to the problem gambling hotline since 2020. WFUV’s Mia Barth has more on the surge. More public bathrooms are going to be available across NYC. WFUV’s Mia Barth speaks on the expansion. Regents exams will no longer be required to graduate from NY high schools. WFUV’s Livia Regina spoke with high school graduates about the policy change. Host/Producer: Sonia Weliwitigoda Editors: Nathan Ray, Lainey Nguyen Reporter: Mia Barth Reporter: Gabby Macre Reporter: Livia Regina Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker
15 SEP 2026 · The New York State Government continues to help support the cost of household energy bills. Governor Hochul announced an energy affordability plan. WFUV’s Anne Jackson explains. New York City is disinfecting ten cooling towers in the Bronx that might contain legionnaires’ disease after testing positive. WFUV’s Tahlia Pearson has more on what the city is doing to prevent the spread of the bacteria. The Mayor's Office released new plans to reduce traffic deaths and severe injuries. At Fordham University, thousands of unused meal swipes expire every week. But a group of students has figured out how to turn that waste into meals for Bronx residents facing food insecurity. WFUV’s Andrew McDonald has more. Host/Producer: Livia Regina Editor: Robin Shannon Editor: Sienna Reinders Reporter: Anne Jackson Reporter: Nora Malone Reporter: Tahlia Pearson Reporter: Andrew McDonald Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker
14 SEP 2026 · Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Attorney General Letitia James filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over a public charge regarding the use of public benefits. WFUV’s Mia Barth with more. Governor Kathy Hochul announced that around 8 million New York households will receive energy rebate checks. She says the rebate is intended to reduce the financial strain on New Yorkers amid increasing energy prices. WFUV’s Tahlia Pearson listened in on Hochul's press conference. Visitors gathered in Queens for the 14th annual Momo Crawl. The celebration of the Tibetan dumpling was filled with dancing, music, and the crowning of this year’s fan favorite momo. WFUV’s Sonia Weliwitigoda attended the event. Host/Producer: Sienna Reinders Editor: Nathan Ray Reporter: Mia Barth Reporter: Tahlia Pearson Reporter: Sonia Weliwitigoda Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker
WFUV News' “What's What” is a daily podcast that explores current events, culture, news, and hot topic issues surrounding the New York metropolitan area, as well as features and interviews...
show more
WFUV News' “What's What” is a daily podcast that explores current events, culture, news, and hot topic issues surrounding the New York metropolitan area, as well as features and interviews exclusively from WFUV.
show less
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