Political analyst Peter Beinart talks to 219 West about what will happen once the Republicans take control of the House of Representatives in January. Interview by Jessica Courtemanche. » WATCH VIDEO & JOIN THE DISCUSSION RETURN » 219 West Season 2: Episode 2
A very important religious holiday that commemorates the rebuilding of the Temple of Jerusalem and the giving of the Torah to the Israelites has been celebrated in Ethiopia for thousands of years. This year, celebration took place at the 92nd Street Y. Produced and reported by Dana Rapoport. 219 West […]
Human trafficking. We usually think of women being smuggled from other countries and forced into illegal sex trade — not the girl next door. A Bronx woman tells 219 West her story. Also, watch an behind-the-scenes interview on this issue with 219 West Reporter Teresa Tomassoni. Produced and reported by […]
Movies and television tend to glorify pimps, but life on the street reveals a different story. Also, Midtown Community Court’s former criminal defense attorney Courtney Bryan sits down with 219 West to talk about alternative programs to help women get off the street. Produced and reported by Erica Butler. Interview […]
Bedbugs are invading New York City, causing thousands of tenants to itch. Find out how you may need man’s best friend to sniff them out. Produced by Melissa Rose Cooper. Edited by Uche Abanobi. 219 West Season 2: Episode 2 » WATCH VIDEOS & JOIN THE DISCUSSION RETURN » 219 […]
In the Bronx, which has the largest Puerto Rican community outside the island, political dynasties seem to be bucking the trend of anti-incumbent anger. 219 West explores the political legacy of Puerto Ricans in the Bronx and what lies ahead. Reported by Amy Yensi.
New York City is a diverse place of many languages and cultures. But did you know there are about 800 languages spoken in the five boroughs? 219 takes a closer look at the city’s little known languages that are now on the verge of extinction. Produced and edited by Emily Lavin, Jonathan Balthaser and Chika Moses.
Rep. Charles Rangel (D-N.Y.) has held the same seat for four decades in Harlem. What does this mean for the new boys of politics? Reported by Walter Smith Randolph. Reported by Walter Smith Randolph.
New York City’s tap water, considered some of the best in the country, may be in jeopardy. Fracking, a natural gas drilling method, could be releasing chemicals into our water supply. Reported by Jessica Courtemanche.
Look out: There’s a growing market of men who love their makeup and cosmetics, too. Reported by Uche Abanobi.