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Bella Hadid is our surprise guest!

March 25, 2024 19:58 - 4 minutes - 5.44 MB

We stay ready at WGRL/Podcast Power! When we got word that our fabulous big sis Bella Hadid was coming by to tour the sound studio we saved a seat and a microphone for her! Bella was lovely enough to jump on mic for an impromptu, short but very fun interview. Thank you so much for...

Meditate With Us for the New Year!

January 04, 2024 02:29 - 18 minutes - 34.9 MB

Whew – it’s been rough out there in the world so we thought we would slow down a bit and do some serious self care. Our friend the amazing healer, yogi and performer Shelley Nicole stopped by to lead us in a soothing meditation and then we tried our hand at writing and recording our...

Podcast Power Explores Reincarnation

October 10, 2023 17:38 - 5 minutes - 10.5 MB

WGRL got a reboot this summer with our mighty “Podcast Power” class! We learned the ins and outs of the pod biz, did some recording, created a confessional booth and even visited “the Daily” at the New York Times! Just in time for Halloween while the veils between worlds are the thinnest we are releasing...

Take a Trip To Governors Island!

September 21, 2023 22:12 - 27 minutes - 52.5 MB

The Lower East Side Girls Club was proud to be an artist- residence in historic Governor’s Island for the 2023 season. Take a ride on the ferry with Sound Studio Director Kelly Webb and Erikka James, Director of Programs, as they tour the house and speak to some of our visitors to the exhibit entitled...

Growing Abolition with Joseph Capehart

November 19, 2022 05:26 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MB

Joseph Capehart is a poet and educator pushing the needle when they can and flipping the table when they must. Black, queer, and concerned with freedom, they are the founder of The Garden, an abolitionist bookstore and community well in Brooklyn. This conversation is part of a collaboration with our mentor, artist and instigator  jackie...

Growing Abolition with Sophia Dawson

November 19, 2022 04:59 - 16 minutes - 14.9 MB

Sophia Dawson is a Brooklyn based visual artist who has dedicated her life’s work to exposing the stories and experiences of individuals who are striving to overcome the injustices they face. This conversation is part of a collaboration with our mentor, artist and instigator  jackie sumell and MoMA PS1 which resulted in an exhibition at...

Growing Abolition with Timothy James Young

November 19, 2022 02:38 - 9 minutes - 8.83 MB

Timothy James Young is a poet, writer, abolitionist and wrongfully convicted man who is currently incarcerated on Death Row in San Quentin State Prison. He has not seen a tree in 24 years due to his incarceration but the students at UC Santa Cruz cultivate a garden with Tim in partnership with Solitary Gardens. Join...

Growing Abolition with Mariame Kaba

November 18, 2022 04:06 - 1 hour - 61.6 MB

Mariame Kaba is an abolitionist thinker, writer, curator, and organizer based in New York City. Her clarity, passion and love for liberation work resonated deeply with us. We are grateful for this generous conversation in which we take on everything from a discussion of the children’s book “Noodlephant” to the constant “Law & Order” marathon...

East Village Flavor w Mikey Likes It!

June 17, 2022 18:13 - 13 minutes - 31.4 MB

WGRL caught up with neighborhood legend Mikey, of Mikey Likes It ice cream for a sweet and  inspiring conversation on following your dreams!  Thank you Mikey for being a power of example to pretty much everyone! When you’re in NYC don’t forget to make Mikey’s a stop for a sweet treat and support your local...

Michael Love Michael, Colin in Black & White Review & MORE

December 19, 2021 23:00 - 57 minutes - 107 MB

And just like that we are BACK! This episode is packed with an exclusive interview w musician Michael Love Micheal, a review of episode 1 of Colin in Black and White, field pieces and a BRAND NEW theme song executive produced by Dai Burger. As always, teen made content for the world. Podcast Production Crew...

Venus X – the transforming power of authenticity

May 20, 2021 20:20 - 40 minutes - 66.3 MB

Venus X is a Ecuadorian/Dominican DJ, Producer, Fashion Designer, Gardener and Activist by way of Washington Heights. In this inspired conversation with Aminata Sall, one of our WGRL/Nessa program interns, Venus X talks on the power of community building and staying true to self and to the people. An inspiring and uplifting listen for all!

Venus X: The Transforming Power of Authenticity

May 20, 2021 20:20 - 40 minutes - 66.3 MB

Venus X is a Ecuadorian/Dominican DJ, Producer, Fashion Designer, Gardener and Activist by way of Washington Heights. In this inspired conversation with Aminata Sall, one of our WGRL/Nessa program interns, Venus X talks on the power of community building and staying true to self and to the people. An inspiring and uplifting listen for all!

Summer Vibes w DJ Eli

May 17, 2021 22:25 - 219 MB

We are all ready for some positive vibes! DJ Eli of the Girls Club Avenue DJ Squad sets the tone with this perfect mix to set the summer off.

DJ KK’s Hype at Home DJ Mix

February 01, 2021 21:54 - 32 minutes - 62.1 MB

These times are extremely challenging and sometimes we just need to get away from it all. DJ KK to the rescue! Slip a pair of your favorite headphones on and tune in to this latest hip hop hits mix.

Topeka K. Sam on decriminalizing women and girls of color

September 10, 2020 19:07 - 21 minutes - 35.8 MB

Topeka K. Sam, has been fighting for the dignity, decriminalization and decarceration of women and girls of color since her release from federal prison in 2015. In this episode, we were blessed to have this great lady share eye opening information on incarceration as it pertains to young women. Take a listen to learn more...

Love Letter to Bonsai Kakigori

August 12, 2020 15:44 - 16 minutes - 38 MB

Part of what makes NYC special is the proliferation of small independent businesses, each unique and special to us and reflecting the incredible diversity of the city. Small businesses are in extreme distress right now, and with months of no income combined with little to no federal help we are in danger of losing these...

ASMR Queen Gibi!

April 29, 2020 06:59 - 10 minutes - 23 MB

During these extremely stressful times we thought we’d post some comforting content from our WGRL archives. Tune into our Skype interview with the Queen of ASMR, the wonderful Gibi! She inspired us so much we incorporated ASMR as part of our classroom experience. Thanks Gibi for all you do to make this world sound and...

It’s in the cards! A convo with visual artist Courtney Alexander

March 06, 2020 22:59 - 22 minutes - 51.7 MB

Our Artist-in-Residence, Courtney Alexander, focuses her work on representation in tarot cards. For the past few months, she has been working with us to create a tarot card deck and altar for The Girls Club’s Art on Paper display. Through this, she hopes girls will get a chance to honor and learn more about themselves. We sat down with Courtney...

Exclusive Avenue DJ Mix from DJ KK!

January 30, 2020 17:52 - 17 minutes - 32.8 MB

Girls Club member DJ KK is a founding member of our Avenue DJ squad and has gigged at Lincoln Center, ENVSN Fest< Nike HQ and Museum of the City of New York among many other places. Our Avenue DJ’s are available to get your party started – check out this Afrobeat Exclusive Mix for WGRL!

Catching up with Kaash Paige

January 23, 2020 19:41 - 10 minutes - 22.9 MB

We were so excited to have Kaash Paige stop by our WGRL studios recently. In addition to having a hit single out, Kaash did radio as a teen as well so she made us totally comfortable behind the mic with some pro journalism tips. Thanks Kaash for a great interview!

Martha’s Place – Civil Rights and home cooking In Alabama!

December 20, 2019 22:34 - 16 minutes - 37.7 MB

During our trip to Montgomery, Alabama earlier this year we got a special treat when we stopped by the roadside restaurant Martha’s Place. The owner, author and chef, Martha Hawkins, opened up to us about marching with Dr. King, her personal struggles and her ultimate triumph starting her own restaurant. We had a great interview...

Dani Leigh in the WGRL studios

November 23, 2019 17:41 - 11 minutes - 25.2 MB

Que lo que Dani Leigh! Super proud of this Dominican dancer, singer, rapper and choreographer and her recent success (after a lot of hard work). The busy musician was kind enough to swing by the WGRL studios a while back and spend some time with our middle school journalists. Thanks Dani for a great interview...

Dani Leigh in the WGRL Studios

November 23, 2019 17:41 - 11 minutes - 25.2 MB

Que lo que Dani Leigh! Super proud of this Dominican dancer, singer, rapper and choreographer and her recent success (after a lot of hard work). The busy musician was kind enough to swing by the WGRL studios awhile back and spent some time with our middle school journalists. Thanks Dani for a great interview and...

Acapella magic with Madison McFerrin

October 11, 2019 17:08 - 13 minutes - 31 MB

Earlier this year soulful songtress Madison McFerrin swung by the WGRL studios  to demonstrate her unique approach to music and opened up about her journey in the music industry. So grateful to Madison for sharing her magical music and story with us!    

Acapella Magic with Madison McFerrin

October 11, 2019 17:08 - 13 minutes - 31 MB

Earlier this year soulful songtress Madison McFerrin swung by the WGRL studios  to demonstrate her unique approach to music and opened up about her journey in the music industry. So grateful to Madison for sharing her magical music and story with us!    

Talking Education Reform with Maria Bautista

September 03, 2019 18:47 - 23 minutes - 54.1 MB

As the final interview of the Nessa scholarship in radio journalism for the class of 2019, our young reporter Nylia Chiquito, an aspiring educator herself,  reached out to Maria Bautista, Campaigns Director for The Alliance for Quality Education.  One of the most important steps we can take in creating change is the education of our...

Nick Cannon at Know Your Rights Camp — On Community Building

August 13, 2019 16:30 - 6 minutes - 12.9 MB

A huge shout-out to our friends and supporters at the Know Your Rights Camp (KYRC) and of course our big sisters in journalism Nessa and Katrina B who made it possible for us to spend a few minutes with Nick Cannon this spring. Nick was supporting the KYRC movement in Baltimore when our WGRL reporter...

Patricia Robinson — Superheroes Don’t Always Wear Capes

July 29, 2019 17:04 - 17 minutes - 32.9 MB

In this second of our series done by our HOT97 Nessa show interns, we interview the unstoppable Ms. Patricia Robinson of Emmis Communications and The Know Your Rights Camp. Ms Pat, as she is affectionately known, is proof positive that superheroes don’t always wear capes — sometimes they sport 6-inch stiletto heels and leopard print! Patricia...

Essential Self Love in Critical Times with Aicha Sacko and Cleo Wade

July 08, 2019 20:42 - 22 minutes - 51 MB

The first in our series of interviews conducted and edited by our 2019 interns in our radio mentor and big sis Nessa’s scholarship program at HOT97! In this episode Aicha Sacko and Cleo Wade discuss how self love sets the foundation for how we successfully navigate the world. In this radio journalism intensive, each of...

Wunmi! The Nigerian Fashion, Singing and Dance Sensation

May 30, 2019 21:52 - 16 minutes - 37.5 MB

It was an incredible treat to welcome Nigerian born artist Wunmi into the studio with us to elaborate on all the cool stuff she does – music, dance and incredible style and fashion. Thank you Wunmi for sharing your culture, artistry and energy with us!

WGRL meets Melii

May 10, 2019 17:55 - 8 minutes - 15.7 MB

Through our internship with HOT 97′s Nessa, we had the opportunity to meet talented East Harlem rapper, singer and songwriter Melii! We got to share a bit about the Girls Club programs and speak about Meliis new project phAses. We were a little nervous but we found the bilingual entertainer to be so sweet and...

Girl Power with Dai Burger

April 17, 2019 17:50 - 12 minutes - 28.2 MB

Our fave music superhero Dai Burger stopped by the studios for an interview on music, life as an independent artist and created a brand new WGRL theme song with us!

National Record Store Day!

April 14, 2019 02:02 - 3 minutes - 8.34 MB

Music is a great way to relieve stress and since National Record Store Day is right around the corner on April 13th, we decided to find out all about this Holiday. What is a record? Why are records so cool they deserve a Holiday? Do people actually listen to records in 2019? Tune in to...

Ms. Leona Tate of the Lower Ninth Ward Living Museum

April 05, 2019 22:35 - 15 minutes - 36.4 MB

One of the highlights of our Civil Rights trip to New Orleans and Montgomery, Alabama last year was meeting Mrs. Leona Tate, one of The McDonogh Three. Ms. Tate was one of three African-American girls, who, at the age of six, were the first black students to integrate an all-white school in New Orleans! We...