Crosstown with Pat Kiernan
254 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 91 ratingsNew York City’s favorite morning anchor pulls back the curtain on the biggest stories around the five boroughs – the impactful, fascinating, and extraordinary headlines reported each week by Spectrum News NY1. Through intimate conversations with the newsroom’s expert journalists, Pat Kiernan illuminates what matters to resident New Yorkers and New Yorkers at heart.
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Saying farewell to an NYC legend: A look at Lewis Dodley’s legacy
May 23, 2024 08:00 - 27 minutes - 50.2 MBAfter 32 years in the anchor chair, Lewis Dodley announced in early May that he would be retiring from that role. As NY1’s nighttime anchor, he has brought his storytelling and iconic voice to New Yorkers for more than three decades. Through triumphs and tragedies and everything in between, generations of New Yorkers have relied on him each evening, as have his co-workers. As we say goodbye to Lewis this week, we thought we would revisit an interview Pat Kiernan did with Lewis in November ...
Inside NY1: Pat Kiernan tells his story
February 13, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 118 MBPat Kiernan has been a part of the morning routine of countless New Yorkers for more than 25 years. The journey from his early days in broadcasting to becoming the "Mornings On 1" anchor was both unpredictable and international. On a very special episode of the "Crosstown" podcast, his longtime colleague Jamie Stelter turns the tables and asks Kiernan the questions. Learn about Kiernan's early days in media, his rather impressive film resume and who the most famous contact in his phone is.
How much will congestion pricing cost New Yorkers?
January 23, 2024 09:00 - 32 minutes - 59.7 MBIn just a few months, congestion pricing will come to New York City. Most drivers will have to pay a $15 fee to enter Manhattan below Central Park. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority hopes congestion pricing will lead to reduced traffic, less pollution and more money for roads and public transportation infrastructure. But the program took nearly two decades to come to fruition, and there are a lot of details still being worked out before it is implemented. Host Pat Kiernan speaks with...
Inside NY1: Talking with anchor Annika Pergament
January 09, 2024 09:00 - 44 minutes - 81.2 MBFor more than 30 years, Annika Pergament has been bringing her tenacity and sophisticated storytelling to the journalism field. Now, she embarks on a new role as the 4 p.m. anchor on Spectrum News NY1. Pat Kiernan, a longtime colleague and friend, sits down with his co-worker to discuss what brought her into journalism, what stories she likes to cover and how NY1 has shaped her life outside of the studio.
Meet the heroes among us in the city
December 19, 2023 09:00 - 36 minutes - 66.1 MBEach week, NY1 highlights local heroes who are making the city a little bit better by giving back, volunteering or even just making their neighbors smile. The NY1 “New Yorker of the Week” segment is a bright spot in the regular news cycle that recognizes the people who find a way to make their city neighborhood better. Host Pat Kiernan speaks with the producers behind the project and revisits some of the standout New Yorkers they profiled this year.
Inside NY1: Catching up with political anchor Errol Louis
December 05, 2023 09:00 - 39 minutes - 72.8 MBEach night, Errol Louis dives into the biggest political issues affecting the city with the people at the center of the issues on "Inside City Hall." He sits down and explains to host Pat Kiernan how his journalism roots, runs for political office and financial endeavors inform important conversations across the spectrum.
Rep. George Santos stops reelection bid
November 21, 2023 09:00 - 30 minutes - 55.3 MBFor months, New York Rep. George Santos remained defiant and said he would stay in office despite uncovered lies, federal indictments and calls for resignation from both sides of the aisle. But last week, following a scathing report from the United States House Committee on Ethics that accused him of fraud, Santos said he wouldn't seek reelection. What made him change course? And will his colleagues vote him out before the next election? Anchor Pat Kiernan answers these questions with NY1 Ma...
Inside NY1: Sitting down with anchor Lewis Dodley
November 07, 2023 09:00 - 25 minutes - 47.2 MBThere has been just one person bringing the news from the anchor desk since NY1 began, and his name is Lewis Dodley. As the nighttime anchor, he has brought his unbiased storytelling and iconic voice to New Yorkers for more than 30 years. As a part of a new series, NY1 anchor Pat Kiernan speaks with his colleague about how Dodley got into the business, where he finds inspiration and his hopes for the future of news.
The city might need a new approach to housing the homeless
October 24, 2023 08:00 - 27 minutes - 50.7 MBAre there better ways to house people experiencing homelessness in New York? Elected officials have not reached a consensus on the best way to approach this issue, and the city shelter system has been further stressed recently with the arrival of thousands of migrants. So host Pat Kiernan analyzed Houston, which has moved 25,000 people into housing in the past decade. He also speaks with the CEO of a nonprofit to learn lessons that could be applied to New York.
A look inside classic New York City delis
October 10, 2023 08:00 - 26 minutes - 48.1 MBReubens on rye bread and platters of sturgeon and lox have long been staples at New York City delis. Some of these spots have become city institutions, bringing locals and tourists into their doors for a unique experience that is not possible anywhere else. But over the years, the definition of what it means to be a deli has expanded, and so have the menus. Anchor Pat Kiernan speaks with NY1 reporter Eric Feldman about some of the deli classics and what it means to be a beloved city delicate...
The latest on the city’s influx of arriving migrants
September 26, 2023 08:00 - 22 minutes - 41.1 MBLast week, President Joe Biden and his administration extended a federal policy for Venezuelan migrants in the United States, allowing for wider permissions like legal work permits. What does that mean for the thousands of migrants in the city, of which 40% are Venezuelan? And where does Mayor Eric Adams stand on the issue after saying the migrant situation would “destroy” the city? And how do New Yorkers feel living in a place long known for accepting immigrants? NY1 anchor Pat Kiernan spea...
City students facing big changes as they return to school
September 12, 2023 08:00 - 22 minutes - 40.8 MBAs the new school year kicks off, there are big changes for city public school students. For the first time in years, they will learn to read using a new curriculum. The change is part of an effort to increase comprehension, a problem highlighted during the COVID-19 pandemic. Plus, schools around the five boroughs will absorb around 20,000 migrant children. NY1 anchor Pat Kiernan speaks with education reporter Jillian Jorgensen about what awaits students and teachers this school year.
Roger Federer and Jessica Pegula discuss the U.S. Open
August 29, 2023 08:00 - 31 minutes - 57.8 MBAs the U.S. Open comes to Queens, Pat Kiernan sits down with tennis stars Roger Federer and Jessica Pegula to talk about what makes this legendary competition so special. He also brings together some of his colleagues to discuss the impact that this international competition has on the city — both for fans and the local economy.
When New York City went dark
August 15, 2023 08:00 - 28 minutes - 51.9 MBOn a Thursday afternoon in 2003, the power went out in New York City. Rush hour commutes turned into walking across bridges or sleeping on the steps of Penn Station. Neighbors left their dark and quiet apartments and congregated on the streets outside of their buildings. Now 20 years later, Pat Kiernan speaks with his NY1 colleagues about what it was like covering the largest blackout in North America — when nobody could watch television.
A crane collpases in Manhattan
August 01, 2023 08:00 - 27 minutes - 50.2 MBOn Wednesday morning, just before rush hour, a fire broke out on top of a crane and 16 tons of metal came crashing down, striking another building on its way. A dozen people were hurt, but no one was killed. How does a newsroom cover a breaking news event like this? And what does an investigation into a collapse like this look like? Pat Kiernan speaks with his colleagues and experts.
Smoky skies, heat waves and intense rain
July 18, 2023 08:00 - 15 minutes - 29 MBOver the past few weeks, New York City and surrounding areas have experienced some historic weather events. From dense orange skies to widespread flooding throughout the region, weather patterns seem to be changing. Pat Kiernan speaks with John Davitt, NY1's chief meteorologist, about recent extreme weather and how the city is responding.
A discussion about the new rules in Major League Baseball
July 04, 2023 08:00 - 22 minutes - 41.1 MBThis season, Major League Baseball instituted some of the biggest rule changes the game of baseball has seen in a while. What is the goal of the new rules? The league wants to speed up the game and keep fans engaged. Pat Kiernan speaks with his colleague Stef Manisero about how the rules have affected games through the first half of the season. They also hear reaction and opinions from fans about the new way America's pastime is played.
What led to NYPD Commissioner Keechant Sewell's resignation?
June 20, 2023 08:00 - 34 minutes - 62.8 MBWithout notice, NYPD Commissioner Keechant Sewell handed in her resignation to Mayor Eric Adams last week. The sudden departure of the first woman commissioner was a shock to those even close to her. What led to that decision? Did the mayor, a former member of the NYPD himself, curb too much of her power? Were there internal politics that tipped the scales? And did Sewell leave hints leading up to her resignation? Pat Kiernan speaks with colleagues Dean Meminger and Bob Hardt about this hist...
A look into the business of Broadway shows
June 06, 2023 08:00 - 30 minutes - 55.8 MBThe Tony Awards can send a surge of business to a Broadway show's ticket booth, but the absence of the awards can also mean posting closing notices. How thin are the financial margins for Broadway shows? What does it take to keep a show operating? And when does a financial hit become a financial boom? Pat Kiernan speaks with NY1's Frank DiLella and two Tony Award winners, Warren Leight and Ken Davenport, about the economics of the Great White Way.
Rolling the dice in New York City
May 23, 2023 08:00 - 28 minutes - 52.1 MBLicenses for three casinos are up for grabs in the New York City area, and gambling powerhouses are hoping to cash in on what's expected to be the biggest market outside of the Las Vegas Strip. But what would a casino in New York City look like? Which communities are speaking out against such a venture? And how are politics and money affecting decision-making in government? Pat Kiernan speaks with political reporter Courtney Gross about her investigation into the bid for building a casino in...
Has the city reached the tipping point on tipping?
May 09, 2023 08:00 - 30 minutes - 55.2 MBFrom coffee shops to frozen yogurt shops, it might feel like there are more digital tip jars than ever. And it’s not just the frequency — many New Yorkers say they feel pressure to tip more than usual. How has the COVID-19 pandemic and a shift to digital currency changed our habits? And will rising inflation push us to a tipping point? Pat Kiernan talks with his NY1 colleagues about how we approach gratuity in the city.
The city's effort to curb greenhouse gas emissions
April 25, 2023 08:00 - 23 minutes - 42.3 MBBuildings across the five boroughs are responsible for nearly two-thirds of the city's greenhouse gas emissions. To address this in the face of climate change, the 2019 City Council passed Local Law 97. While it was considered one of the city's most ambitious plans to curb emissions, details are still being hammered out four years later. Pat Kiernan speaks with NY1 political reporter Juan Manuel Benitez about the debate over what environmental efforts should be taken in the city, what the fi...
Behind the scenes of covering Donald Trump's arraignment
April 11, 2023 08:00 - 27 minutes - 62.6 MBFormer President Donald Trump's arraignment in Manhattan was historic and a spectacle for outlets all around the country. What goes into covering an event like that? How do field crews work with teams in the newsroom and the studios to bring together timely, accurate and detailed reporting? Pat Kiernan speaks with his colleagues about the logistical and editorial decisions that need to be made, and he brings you behind the scenes of NY1's coverage of one of the biggest stories of the year th...
A Matter of Faith
March 28, 2023 08:00 - 34 minutes - 63.9 MBRecently, Mayor Eric Adams sparked controversy over comments about his faith. Critics said it infringed on the lasting American tradition of separating church and state. Following that, NY1 took a look at how faith factors — or doesn't factor — into the lives of a New Yorker. Pat Kiernan speaks with his colleague Lori Chung about her new series called "A Matter of Faith."
In the Neighborhood: Jackson Heights
March 14, 2023 08:00 - 23 minutes - 42.2 MBJackson Heights in Queens is not New York's biggest neighborhood or most populous, but it is considered the city's most diverse. In fact, this pocket outside of LaGuardia Airport might be the most diverse area in the world. Researchers believe more than 160 languages are spoken here. But it wasn't always that way. Builders planning for Jackson Heights in the early 20th century wanted it to be an all-white, homogenous enclave. Pat Kiernan and NY1 reporter Clodagh McGowan take a look at how th...
How can youth crime be fixed in the city?
February 28, 2023 09:00 - 26 minutes - 49.2 MBAfter a string of shootings near schools, the police and the city are grappling with how to deal with an uptick in incidents both perpetrated by and victimizing young people. Pat Kiernan speaks with his colleagues about what it will take to make a change in this multidimensional issue.
What if the city made public transportation free?
February 14, 2023 09:00 - 27 minutes - 51.1 MBThe MTA is facing a growing budget crisis and one proposed plan to minimize the shortfall is to raise the fares for buses, subways and trains. But what would happen if costs were removed all together? Pat Kiernan speaks with his colleagues about a counterintuitive approach that could make the city run better.
What happened to Gov. Kathy Hochul's choice for top judge?
January 31, 2023 09:00 - 24 minutes - 44.3 MBEarlier this month, the state's Senate Judiciary grilled Hon. Hector LaSalle for hours. He was Gov. Kathy Hochul's pick to become the state's top judge, and if confirmed, he would have been the first Latino judge to preside at that level. But at the end of the hearing, senators voted down advancing LaSalle, the first time any such refusal had taken place. And the fiercest opponents to his confirmation were those from within the governor's own party. Pat Kiernan speaks with the NY1 political ...
How the illegal weed market flourished in New York
January 17, 2023 09:00 - 26 minutes - 49.4 MBFor more than a year, two different policy ideas existed in New York at the same time: recreational weed was legal, but the sale of it was not. That created a gray area in which smoke shops - whether knowingly or unknowingly - started selling products with THC. But as the state opens its first licensed weed retail stores, they now have to root out the black market that’s grown. Pat Kiernan speaks with Alyssa Paolicelli, who rode along with the city Sheriff’s Office as they raided shops with ...
Seeking asylum in New York City
January 03, 2023 09:00 - 31 minutes - 56.8 MBSince the spring, tens of thousands of foreign migrants have arrived in the city from the southern border with the hope of getting asylum in the United States. But with the future of federal policy Title 42 in limbo, the city is preparing for another influx of arrivals. What does that mean for city and national systems that are already operating with backlogs? And what are the chances these newcomers receive the right to stay in the U.S.? Pat Kiernan talks with NY1 reporter Eric Feldman abou...
NYC Unwrapped: A history of the holidays in the city
December 20, 2022 09:00 - 28 minutes - 52.5 MBThere's no holiday season quite like the one in New York City. It's the backdrop for so many classic Christmas movies and songs and it becomes a destination for tourists eager to see the city lit up more than usual. That city-holiday tie has a long history and even the commercialization of Christmas has many roots here. Pat Kiernan speaks with his colleagues Anna Sterling and Roger Clark about some iconic holiday moments and their histories across the five boroughs.
Inside Bay Ridge, Brooklyn
December 06, 2022 09:00 - 24 minutes - 45.6 MBIn this episode, we dive into the neighborhood of Bay Ridge to learn about its residents and its history. First, we explore a park named for the area's Norwegian influences. Then, we talk about the city's oldest movie theater. As part of a five-part series about one section of Brooklyn, Pat Kiernan speaks with a Bay Ridge historian and NY1 reporter Rebecca Greenberg.
The city's rats go viral
November 22, 2022 09:00 - 30 minutes - 55.7 MBLast month, Mayor Eric Adams and the city's Department of Sanitation commissioner held a press conference to declare a "war on rats." Their snarky one-liners got a lot of attention, not just in the news, but on TikTok. On this episode, Pat Kiernan uses that viral incident to explore what happens when TikTok lightning strikes the city.
What can we do about NYC's housing crisis?
November 08, 2022 15:00 - 34 minutes - 64 MBThe housing market in New York was upended during the pandemic. Record-high rents hit Manhattan, other boroughs saw spikes in apartment demands, and mortgage rates impacted buying. Whether you own or rent, you've probably noticed a difference or will notice one in time. Pat Kiernan sits down with experts and NY1 reporters to unpack the housing crisis and how we can make the market more affordable for everyone who wants to live in New York City. Join the conversation using #NY1Crosstow...
Could a Republican ever run New York again?
October 25, 2022 08:00 - 23 minutes - 43.1 MBIt has been more than 15 years since a Republican governor has been at the helm in Albany. Rep. Lee Zeldin is hoping to change that by ousting Gov. Kathy Hochul. But the state has been growing more blue in recent years and the math does not favor red. Pat Kiernan speaks with his colleagues about whether this is the time for a Republican victory. If not, will the party ever win statewide elections again?
When the trains and buses stopped running
October 11, 2022 08:00 - 34 minutes - 62.5 MBIt’s the week of Christmas in 2005 when the seemingly unthinkable happens: the subways and buses stop running. Transportation workers went on strike and New Yorkers woke up to a very different landscape. Pat Kiernan looks back at this unique time in the Big Apple — before working from home was the norm — and dives into how the city reacted.
30 years of NY1
September 27, 2022 08:00 - 25 minutes - 45.9 MBThis month, NY1 celebrated its 30th anniversary. The channel has covered a lot of news since 1992 and has documented how the city has changed. In this episode, hear from some of NY1's veterans about what the early days were like. The show also includes some jingles that will bring you back to the '90s. Pat Kiernan then speaks with some of his colleagues about how working for NY1 has impacted them and how the channel has impacted the city.
Meaningful adjacencies
September 13, 2022 08:00 - 31 minutes - 56.9 MBThe reflecting pools of the 9/11 Memorial & Museum are surrounded by the names of the thousands who were killed on Sept. 11, 2001 — but the order of the names is not well known. The architects behind the memorial design came up with a concept they called “meaningful adjacencies.” That concept shows the web of relationships of the victims and personalizes each name. The sorting of the nearly 3,000 names, however, was an arduous, years-long process of research and organization. Pat Kiernan sp...
How the city is helping students with dyslexia
August 30, 2022 08:00 - 32 minutes - 58.8 MBDyslexia is believed to affect 20% of the population, and for the city's public schools, that could mean hundreds of thousands of students. For years, parents and teachers have struggled to identify dyslexia and implement new ways of learning. But beginning this school year, Mayor Eric Adams is launching a pilot program to better screen students for learning disabilities and teach them new ways of reading. Pat Kiernan sits down with NY1 education reporter Jillian Jorgensen to talk about the ...
Fixing the city's dyslexia problem in schools
August 30, 2022 08:00 - 32 minutes - 58.8 MBDyslexia is believed to affect 20% of the population, and for the city's public schools, that could mean hundreds of thousands of students. For years, parents and teachers have struggled to identify dyslexia and implement new ways of learning. But beginning this school year, Mayor Eric Adams is launching a pilot program to better screen students for learning disabilities and teach them new ways of reading. Pat Kiernan sits down with NY1 education reporter Jillian Jorgensen to talk about the ...
Inside the race for the new 12th Congressional District
August 16, 2022 08:00 - 40 minutes - 74 MBRep. Jerry Nadler and Rep. Carolyn Maloney have had a long history of friendship and working together in Congress. But when the new maps were approved for the 12th Congressional District, they were faced with a tough call: sit out the next election or run against a longtime colleague. Now, the politicians from the East Side and the West Side are facing off. Making the race more interesting is a third candidate, Suraj Patel, who hopes that he can pull enough votes away from the septuagenarian...
Will we see self-driving cars on New York’s streets?
August 02, 2022 08:00 - 31 minutes - 58.4 MBAutonomous vehicles might have seemed like a concept from a future age, but engineers and car manufacturers have been inching towards this new technology in recent years. But even if a car can navigate itself on the widest of open roads, New York has a unique traffic terrain unlike anywhere in the world. Pat Kiernan speaks with NY1 transit reporter Dan Rivoli about the traffic, pedestrians and obstacles that might stand in the way of autonomous vehicles driving around New York City.
What's in a (neighborhood) name?
July 19, 2022 08:00 - 30 minutes - 56.6 MBSoHo, TriBeCa, Dumbo, NoLIta. Those are all neighborhoods around the city that any New Yorker should be able to point out on a map. But where did those names come from? When does a nickname pass the point to formal acceptance? And how are the names of our city's neighborhoods continuing to evolve, whether because of new residents, new lingo or new real estate investments? Pat Kiernan speaks with NY1 reporters Anna Sterling and Roger Clark about how some New York names came to be and why othe...
Have we made progress on our severe weather promises?
July 05, 2022 08:00 - 32 minutes - 59.7 MBOne year after Hurricane Ida, we return to a neighborhood devastated by the rain and flooding. At the time, a lot of promises were made at every level of government to ensure we’d be better prepared for the next major storm. But has there been follow through? Pat Kiernan speaks with NY1 reporter Ari Feldman, who spoke with those at the center of the story.
Are New Yorkers getting more rude?
June 21, 2022 08:00 - 31 minutes - 57.6 MBNew Yorkers have always had the reputation of being rude. But have things worsened throughout the pandemic? We go to the streets to see if New Yorkers think their neighbors are more gruff and then speak to an expert about why COVID-19 stressors might factor into this. We also conduct an experience to see how people on a street respond to someone who needs help. This episode contains explicit language.
Are New Yorkers Getting More Rude?
June 21, 2022 08:00 - 31 minutes - 57.6 MBNew Yorkers have always had the reputation of being rude. But have things worsened throughout the pandemic? We go to the streets to see if New Yorkers think their neighbors are more gruff and then speak to an expert about why COVID-19 stressors might factor into this. We also conduct an experience to see how people on a street respond to someone who needs help. This episode contains explicit language.
The Black artists who changed the sound of music
June 07, 2022 08:00 - 31 minutes - 58.4 MBSo much of the music we listen to today is owed to Black artists who created and innovated. June is African American Music Appreciation Month, so we’re taking a listen to musicians, past and present, who have changed the musical landscape. Pat Kiernan speaks with his colleagues Dean Meminger and Cheryl Wills, who have profiled artists to make sure their impact isn’t forgotten. Join the conversation using #NY1Crosstown. If you like what you hear, share this podcast with your friends and fa...
Will this summer be the start of the 'Roaring 20s'?
May 24, 2022 08:00 - 31 minutes - 57.6 MBNightlife in New York seems to be bouncing back and many are hopeful this will be the summer we have longed for since the beginning of the pandemic. But not everything is the same as it was pre-2020, including our attitudes about socializing out on the town. Pat Kiernan speaks with NY1 reporters and nightlife experts about what they’re expecting this summer at bars and restaurants. Join the conversation using #NY1Crosstown. If you like what you hear, share this podcast with your friends...
Will This Summer be the Start of the Roaring 20s?
May 24, 2022 08:00 - 31 minutes - 57.6 MBNightlife in New York seems to be bouncing back and many are hopeful this will be the summer we have longed for since the beginning of the pandemic. But not everything is the same as it was pre-2020, including our attitudes about socializing out on the town. Pat Kiernan speaks with NY1 reporters and nightlife experts about what they’re expecting this summer at bars and restaurants. Join the conversation using #NY1Crosstown. If you like what you hear, share this podcast with your friends...
These are the candidates jockeying to run New York
May 10, 2022 08:00 - 37 minutes - 68.6 MBEight major candidates from the Republican and Democratic parties are in the running for the New York governor’s race. While Kathy Hochul is the first woman to lead the state, she was never elected to office. Pat Kiernan speaks with her as well as the seven other contenders hoping to win the primary in June and then the election in November. They explain where they stand on the issues that matter to the state and city. NY1 Political Director Bob Hardt also joins the conversation with his ana...