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Nadira Simmons is a writer and digital content creator committed to preserving Black history, hip-hop history, and pop culture and finding new ways to tell stories on TV and the internet. She created “The Gumbo, an innovative space in media for the creative excellence and activism of Black women in hip-hop and a safe haven free of politics.Her book “First Things First: Hip-Hop Ladies Who Changed the Game,” published by Twelve, is a celebration of the achievements of women in hip-hop who broke down barriers and broke the mold.

We welcome back travel expert Jean Gagnon to take your questions. WAMC's Ray Graf hosts.

The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are Chief of Staff and Vice President for Strategy and Policy at Bard College Malia DuMont, an advance Lead for the White House and former Chief of Staff for State Senator Michelle Hinchey and former Assistant County Executive for Pat Ryan Anna Markowitz.

The new book, "HBCU MADE: A Celebration of the Black College Experience," edited and with a foreword by Ayesha Rascoe, host of National Public Radio’s Weekend Edition Sunday is an essay collection and includes a diverse set of contributors including Oprah Winfrey, Stacey Abrams, Branford Marsalis, Roy Wood Jr, along with other prominent and up-and-coming alumni.

On Valentine's Day we welcome back film expert Audrey Kupferberg to talk about her favorite romantic films. Call with your pick. Ray Graf hosts.

How long should people stay in office?In today’s Congressional Corner, Democratic candidate George Latimer, the Westchester County Executive, of New York’s 16th district speaks with WAMC’s Ian Pickus.

Uh oh! Your car's "check engine" light just went on. Good thing Gordon Fricke is back to help you figure it out. Ray Graf hosts.

Migration is both a local and national concern.In today’s Congressional Corner, Democratic candidate George Latimer, the Westchester County Executive, of New York’s 16th district wraps up his interview with WAMC’s Ian Pickus.

The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are Diplomat in residence at Bard College Ambassador Frederic Hof, Siena College Professor of Economics Aaron Pacitti, and Setsuko Winchester - is a ceramic artist, photographer, and former journalist at NPR.

We welcome author and educator Julie Gale. Julie has just published a memoir entitled, The View from My Kitchen Window. It chronicles her life through the stories and recipes of the family and friends who raised her. Call and share your favorite food memories. 800-348-2551. Ray Graf hosts.