Best WBGO News Podcasts (2024)

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Emmy Award-winning journalist and memorabilia expert Darren Rovell holds Collectible Night at Red Bulls match 27:56

5h ago27:56

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Memorabilia expert and Emmy Award-winning journalist Darren Lovell joins SportsJam with Doug Doyle to talk about Collectible Night at Red Bulls matchBy Doug Doyle

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Poker great Phil Hellmuth on the keys to success in life and at the table 36:18

19d ago36:18

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Phil Hellmuth enjoys being the greatest poker tournament player of all-timeBy Doug Doyle

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Canada Ocean Racing president and skipper Scott Shawyer sails with pride and an environmental message 25:26

27d ago25:26

25:26

Canadian professional sailor Scott Shawyer joins SportsJam with Doug Doyle to talk about his new passion and the upcoming New York VendeeBy Doug Doyle

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American Association of Professional Baseball Commissioner Josh Schaub sees an even brighter future for his league 25:13

1M ago25:13

25:13

American Association of Professional Baseball Commissioner Josh Schaub talks about expansion and his careerBy Doug Doyle

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New York Rangers legend Stephane Matteau chats about his foundation and recalls the 30th anniversary of his iconic playoff goal 26:49

2M ago26:49

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The 30th anniversary of New York Rangers legend Stephane Matteau and his quest to help others fight bullying and anxietyBy Doug Doyle

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International Boxing Hall of Fame author Thomas Hauser gets personal in his memoir 'My Mother and Me' 31:29

2M ago31:29

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Thomas Hauser, acclaimed author and the official biographer of Muhammad Ali, joins SportsJam with Doug Doyle to talk about his memoir My Mother and MeBy Doug Doyle

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Red Bulls and Monmouth University play-by-play announcer Matt Harmon carries on his father's sports and education legacy 30:48

3M ago30:48

30:48

NY Red Bulls and Monmouth University broadcaster Matt Harmon honors his family's sports and education legacyBy Doug Doyle

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Sportime President and CEO Claude Okin on the expansion of indoor pickleball courts in NY and NJ 30:48

3M ago30:48

30:48

Sportime President and CEO and former WTT coach Claude Okin is excited about the fast-growing sport of pickleballBy Doug Doyle

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Red Bulls midfielder and Warren, NJ native Daniel Edelman brings local flare to the pitch 19:38

3M ago19:38

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On this edition of SportsJam with Doug Doyle, Red Bulls midfielder Daniel Edelman talks about his new contract and love of the gameBy Doug Doyle

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Legendary goalkeeper Tim Howard lends support to Emirates FA Cup inaugural trophy tour in NYC 24:22

3M ago24:22

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Legendary goalkeeper Tim Howard is part of the inaugural Emirates FA Cup tour in NYCBy Doug Doyle

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Harlem Globetrotters President Keith Dawkins on why he's committed to the legacy and future of the legendary entertainment basketball franchise 33:42

4M ago33:42

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Harlem Globetrotters President Keith Dawkins joins SportsJam with Doug Doyle to talk about the past, present and future of his legendary basketball teamBy Doug Doyle

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Former Seton Hall Pirates center and Puerto Rican National Basketball Team member Dan Dunne continues to give back 34:10

4M ago34:10

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Former Seton Hall University and Puerto Rican National BasketballTeam member Dan Dunne joins SportsJam with Doug DoyleBy Doug Doyle

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Veteran marketing executive Amy Lund on advertising strategies during the Super Bowl 26:02

4M ago26:02

26:02

E & J Gallo Winery's Amy Lund talks marketing strategy for the Super BowlBy Doug Doyle

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Seat Club founder and CEO Cole Rubin's passions led to creating the first subscription-based ticketing platform 33:39

5M ago33:39

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On this edition of SportsJam with Doug Doyle, Seat Club founder and CEO Cole Rubin talks about creating the first subscription-based ticketing platformBy Doug Doyle

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World-renowned hand surgeon and innovator Dr. Thomas Graham is keeping elite pro athletes in the game 36:06

5M ago36:06

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World-renowned surgeon Dr. Thomas Graham joins SportsJam with Doug Doyle to talk about his amazing career in professional sportsBy Doug Doyle

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USRowing CEO Amanda Kraus expects "The Boys in the Boat" movie to increase her sport's popularity 36:28

6M ago36:28

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USRowing CEO Amanda Kraus joins SportsJam with Doug Doyle to talk about preparations for the Paris Olympics and the new movie Boys in the BoatBy Doug Doyle

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Future Fans Football creates a lasting sports bond for parents and their kids 22:19

6M ago22:19

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Future Fans Football creators Mike Schroder and Michael Gold join SportsJam with Doug Doyle to talk about how their new kids sports game builds new relationships with their parentsBy Doug Doyle

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NFL Films revealing doc about Detroit legend Barry Sanders, "Bye Bye Barry", debuts on Prime Video November 21 36:13

7M ago36:13

36:13

Bye Bye Barry executive producer Ken Rodgers joins SportsJam with Doug Doyle to talk about the revealing doc about Detroit legend Barry SandersBy Doug Doyle

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2009 Formula 1 World Champion Jenson Button relives Brawn GP's magical year through the new Hulu doc series 17:57

7M ago17:57

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2009 World Champion driver Jenson Button joins SportsJam with Doug Doyle to talk about the new Hulu doc series "Brawn: The Impossible Formula 1 Story"By Doug Doyle

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Seton Hall basketball announcer Dave Popkin is a man of many talents 32:32

7M ago32:32

32:32

Seton Hall basketball announcer Dave Popkin rejoins SportsJam with Doug Doyle to talk about his new projectsBy Doug Doyle

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The impact of midterm elections in NJ and NY and we'll meet former Knicks athletic trainer Mike Saunders 30:30

1+ y ago30:30

30:30

On this edition of the WBGO Journal, we'll examine the NJ and NY midterm elections, Jon Kalish introduces us to a Korean War veteran and we'll meet former Knicks athletic trainer Mike SaundersBy Doug Doyle

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An exclusive look at the making of Snarky Puppy’s new album EMPIRE CENTRAL

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In this 3-part series, we take you inside the creation of Empire Central. From the unique songwriting process to the rehearsals, where the band performs songs for the first time without music sheets, to the recording process and final song selection, you’ll get an unforgettable look inside the creative process of one of the world’s most renowned ja…

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WBGO Journal wins Best Public Affairs show from New Jersey Society of Professional Journalists 30:34

1+ y ago30:34

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This April 2021 episode of the WBGO Journal recently won the Best Public Affairs category at the NJSPJ Awards in PrincetonBy Doug Doyle

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WBGO Studios and Snarky Puppy partner on a new podcast release 0:30

1+ y ago0:30

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A podcast that goes deep into the creative process of one of the world’s most talented and genre-defying super bands, Snarky Puppy. Captured during the recording of their latest album, Transmissions From Deep Ellum takes you behind the scenes as they build the soundscape that will become the album tracks; then, into the room as the album is recorde…

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The Midterm Elections, and we meet songwriter Jorge Drexler and retiring National Javelin Champion Kara Winger 30:34

1+ y ago30:34

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The Midterm Elections are here, and we'll meet singer/songwriter Jorge Drexler and Javelin National Champion Kara WingerBy Doug Doyle

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A preview of the midterm elections and a chat with the Black Fairy Godmother Simone Gordon 30:27

1+ y ago30:27

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On the October 29 edition of the WBGO Journal, Bob Hennelly previews the midterm elections and you'll meet the Black Fairy Godmother Simone GordonBy Doug Doyle

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A preview of the Trenton mayoral race and New York Choral Society's upcoming performance of Duke Ellington's Sacred Concerts 30:29

1+ y ago30:29

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A preview of the Trenton mayoral race and New York Choral Society's upcoming performance of Duke Ellington's Sacred Concerts, a look at the 60th NYFF and the fight to take down controversial historical murals

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Two River Theater's production of "Wine in the Wilderness" and a chat with trombonist Conrad Herwig 30:13

1+ y ago30:13

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On this edition of the WBGO Journal, a look into special education in Newark, a preview of Two River Theater's production of Wine in the Wilderness and trombonist Conrad Herwig talks about the Rutgers University Jazz EnsembleBy Doug Doyle

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Governor Murphy's role in state elections and a commentary on the upcoming live version of "The Little Mermaid" 30:03

1+ y ago30:03

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A legislative crackdown on NJ nursing homes, Steve Adubato, Jr. on Governor Murphy's role in upcoming elections and commentator Mildred Antenor is angry about the controversy over the live version of "The Little Mermaid"By Doug Doyle

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The legacy of former Governor Jim Florio, a chat with "The Budgetnista", and a profile of bassist Michael Thurber 29:56

1+ y ago29:56

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On this edition of the WBGO Journal, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy comments on the passing of former Governor Jim Florio, a chat with "The Budgetnista", and Leo Sidran profiles bassist Michael ThurberBy Doug Doyle

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A preview of the Exit Zero Jazz Festival and a review of Steven Spielberg's "The Fabelmans" 29:58

1+ y ago29:58

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A preview of the Exit Zero Jazz Festival and Harlan Jacobson reviews "The Fabelmans"By Doug Doyle

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Migrants from Texas, tributes to Jack Kerouac and Ramsey Lewis 30:08

1+ y ago30:08

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We'll hear about the Bobby Sanabria and David Amram's tribute to Jack Kerouac and then Grammy Award-winning producer Carl Griffin remembers Ramsey LewisBy Doug Doyle

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On this edition of the WBGO Journal, we get an update on some changes for the new school year in New York City and New Jersey, WBGO's Jon Kalish reports on the resurgence of community bands and host Doug ... 30:12

2y ago30:12

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On the September 10th edition of the WBGO Journal, we get an update on some changes for the new school year in New York City and New Jersey, WBGO's Jon Kalish reports on the resurgence of community bands and host Doug Doyle chats with two-time AUDL MVP Ben Jagt of the champion New York EmpireBy Doug Doyle

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On this edition of the WBGO Journal, we'll hear about the 12th annual Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival and find out why actor and comedian Tommy Davidson is launching a new singing career 30:16

2y ago30:16

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On the September 2nd edition of the WBGO Journal, we find out what has been done in New Jersey and New York a year after Hurricane Ida devastated the area, we'll hear about the 12th annual Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival and we'll find out why actor and comedian Tommy Davidson is launching a new singing career…

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On this edition of the WBGO Journal, host Doug Doyle has an in-depth conversation with Jazz pianist Monty Alexander, we pay tribute to the late WBGO announcer and Journal theater critic Michael Bourne ... 30:00

2y ago30:00

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On the August 27 edition of the WBGO Journal, host Doug Doyle has an in-depth conversation with Jazz pianist Monty Alexander, we pay tribute to the late WBGO announcer and Journal theater critic Michael Bourne and WBGO's Jon Kalish has the latest about musician Andy StatmanBy Doug Doyle

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On this edition of the WBGO Journal, Newark Mayor Ras Baraka calls for a citywide Peace Walk to support efforts to create a safer city, WBGO's Kenneth Burns reports on how inflation is impacting Jersey ... 29:59

2y ago29:59

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On this August 20 edition of the WBGO Journal, Newark Mayor Ras Baraka calls for a citywide Peace Walk to support efforts to create a safer city, WBGO's Kenneth Burns reports on how inflation is impacting Jersey Shore tourism and host Doug Doyle chats with Dr. Augusta Palmer, director of the upcoming doc The Blues Society…

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On this edition of WBGO Journal, we'll find out New Jersey and New York's response to the monkeypox virus and a campaign to make rooftop solar a solution to energy costs and climate change 30:17

2y ago30:17

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On the August 13 edition of WBGO Journal, we'll find out New Jersey and New York's response to the monkeypox virus, there's a campaign to make rooftop solar a solution to energy costs and climate change and the play Port Chicago 50 tells a powerful storyBy Doug Doyle

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On this edition of the WBGO Journal, we get an update on the Portal North Bridge project, a discovery in South Jersey that reveals new information about the Revolutionary War and an award-winning chat ... 30:23

2y ago30:23

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On this August 6 edition of the WBGO Journal, we get an update on the Portal North Bridge project, a discovery in South Jersey that reveals new information about the Revolutionary War and an award-winning chat with documentarian Ken BurnsBy Doug Doyle

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On this edition of the WBGO Journal, we learn about the tradition of cantorial music from WBGO's Jon Kalish, film critic Harlan Jacobson reviews Jordan Peele's NOPE and host Doug Doyle chats with the big ... 30:35

2y ago30:35

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On this July 30 edition of the WBGO Journal, we learn about the tradition of cantorial music from WBGO's Jon Kalish, film critic Harlan Jacobson reviews Jordan Peele's NOPE and host Doug Doyle chats with the big names in the American Cornhole LeagueBy Doug Doyle

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On this episode of the WBGO Journal, Trumpeter Sean Jones talks to Gary Walker about NYO Jazz and we meet two of the filmmakers involved in the Women in Media Newark International Film Festival 30:08

2y ago30:08

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On this episode of the WBGO Journal, Trumpeter Sean Jones talks to Gary Walker about NYO Jazz and we meet two of the filmmakers involved in the Women in Media Newark International Film FestivalBy Doug Doyle

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The new class of NEA Jazz Masters, a chat with pianist Bill Charlap about "Jazz in July" and singer and executive producer Melissa Walker runs down the 2022 Montclair Jazz Festival 30:12

2y ago30:12

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On the July 16 edition of the WBGO Journal, the new class of NEA Jazz Masters is announced, WBGO's Gary Walker chats with pianist Bill Charlap about "Jazz in July" and singer and executive producer Melissa Walker runs down the 2022 Montclair Jazz FestivalBy Doug Doyle

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The latest update on the rise of coronavirus in NYC, WBGO commentator Mildred Antenor reacts to the U.S. Supreme Court decision that overturned Roe v. Wade, and a chat with International Boxing Hall of ... 30:17

2y ago30:17

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On this July 9 edition of the WBGO Journal and update on the rise of coronavirus in NYC, commentator Mildred Antenor's reacts the U.S. Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, and host Doug Doyle chats with International Boxing Hall of Famer and Brooklyn Native Lou DiBellaBy Doug Doyle

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Education: An Unequal Reality, But One with Solutions 48:26

3y ago48:26

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On the fourth episode of The Great Wealth Divide, Gabriela Tejedor and Miguel Martinez-Saenz join host Dale Favors to talk about the crucial role that education plays in financial inequality — and how to address the problem.By Dale Favors

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How Public Policy and Industry Practices Deepened Housing Disparities for Black and Latinx Communities 56:44

3y ago56:44

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Episode 3 of The Great Wealth Divide puts the focus on housing disparities for Black and Latinx communities, including the history of destructive government and real estate industry practices, such as redlining and disinvestment, that negatively affected access to affordable housing and home ownership.…

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Why Access to Capital and Financial Knowledge are Essentials to Building Wealth 58:39

3y ago58:39

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On the second episode of The Great Wealth Divide, we discuss how inadequate access to investment capital, financial education, mentorship, banking, and credit have all contributed to creating a significant disadvantage for Black and Latinx families.By Dale Favors

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The Great Wealth Divide, Episode 1: Context 48:49

3y ago48:49

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The Great Wealth Divide, from WBGO Studios, is focused on solutions to the systemic racism which has created the extreme wealth divide between Black and Latinx communities and their white counterparts. We’ll be discussing these issues with thought leaders who are stakeholders engaged in the work to build racial economic equity and wealth in order t…

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Joanna Wolper's The Man Who Could Be Santa 29:01

6+ y ago29:01

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Joanna Wolper, an Emmy Award winning writer and documentary filmmaker, has uncovered the true identity of Santa Claus. She writes about her discovery in a children's book called The Man Who Could Be Santa, based on a true family adventure. Joanna Wolper's book has a web site, at www.themanwhocouldbesanta.com, featuring the real children in the stor…

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Arthur Browne: From Copy Boy at The Daily News to Editor-in-Chief and Publisher 30:24

6+ y ago30:24

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In 1973, Arthur Browne became a copy boy at the Daily News. Now 44 years later he is the Editor-in-Chief and Publisher of New York City’s home town newspaper. In the past four decades, Browne has covered the city’s most compelling stories…as a reporter, a columnist, editorial page editor and editor, investigative editor, managing editor, and now ed…

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Red Hat on the River: Restaurateurs Feed The Senses 30:02

6+ y ago30:02

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Bill and Hillary Clinton celebrated their birthdays there. Former New York Yankee baseball great Bernie Williams often stops by and bestselling author James Paterson made Jimmy Parker and Red Hat on the Hudson characters in his books. Former film producers, Jimmy Parker, and his wife, Mary Beth Dooley used their cinematic background to create one o…

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Helen Benedict: Sexual Assault in The Military and Rape on College Campuses 29:58

6+ y ago29:58

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Helen Benedict is a professor in The Graduate School of Journalism at Columbia University, a writer, and a journalist, whose work has won the attention and admiration of both the Pentagon and the White House. Her latest novel Wolf Season , the second book of her trilogy about the Iraq War, will be released next month. The book is a sequel to Sand Q…

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