Join us for a delightful conversation at Greenpoint Palace Bar where Rita and Marisa chat with the incredibly talented Nicole Treska about the politics of Airbnb and high NYC rents as we fantasize about creating a Golden Girls type of compound ...

Ever wondered what it’s like to navigate a bustling fair while indulging in deep-fried ranch dressing? Join us as Rita recounts her whimsical adventure at the Minnesota State Fair, featuring humorous tales of quirky Midwestern traditions and fo...

What if our flawed social systems pushed people to commit crimes just to survive? In this compelling episode of "People at the Core," we start with a light-hearted chat about a quirky "What Would Justin Timberlake Do?" shirt and reflect on the ...

What happens when you mix the worlds of pizza and astrology, with a discussion of puppies and pigeons? Join us on this episode of People at the Core as Rita and Marisa kick things off with their latest adventures in town. We’re joined by the in...

Ever wondered how an Emmy-winning editor got his start? Join us for an engaging chat with David Herr, the man behind some of your favorite TV moments. David's charming Midwestern demeanor and knack for corny jokes will have you laughing as he s...

Ever wondered what it’s like to navigate the highs and lows of the hospitality industry while finding your true passion? Our special guest, Ken, a neighbor and friend who’s seen it all from acting to bartending, joins us for an episode packed w...

This episode kicks off with Rita and Marisa sharing their insights on routines, early bedtimes, and the unspoken rules of not texting outside certain hours. We laugh along with their poker anecdotes and the texting habits inspired by Larry Davi...

What happens when the worlds of poetry, mental health, and Muppets collide? Join us in this engaging episode of "People at the Core" as Rita, Marisa, and our special guest, acclaimed author and poet S. Galvin, navigate the intricate dance bet...

Have you ever wondered what life would be like as a therapist with an enticing voice or imagined the hilarious possibilities of stripper names based on your first pet and street name? Rita and Marisa kick off this lively conversation at Greenpo...

Books by Dolan MorganThat's When the Knives Come Down 

Ever wondered how childhood dreams and unexpected career paths intersect? Join us as we sit down with Dolan Morgan, a gifted writer and illustrator from Greenpoint, Brooklyn, who takes us on a nostalgic journey from dictating stories to his gra...

Ever wondered how you can balance the worlds of painting, film, and performance art while living in the heart of New York City? Leigha Mason, a multi-talented artist, takes us through her incredible journey from Phoenix to San Francisco and fin...

Can the vibrancy of Brooklyn, the warmth of family ties, and the dynamism of the advertising world all come together in one fascinating conversation? *Absolutely, and Lourdes, a senior integrated producer in advertising, is here to shar...

Books by K. Hank JostDeselectionsMadStone

Ever wondered what magic brews when the lives of literary soulmates intertwine?*Hank and Bonnie, the literary power couple who've journeyed from the Deep South to the vibrant streets of Brooklyn, sit down with us to unravel their story....

We do not have a guest this week, it's just us!* Flipping the page, we muse over the scribbles and chords that charted our course to becoming writers. From childhood musings to the raucous challenges of adulthood, every word we've penne...

When you meet someone who embodies the spirit of New York, you can't help but be drawn into their world.*  A.J. Springer isn't just an artist; she's a living, breathing part of the city that never sleeps. This vibrant conversation takes yo...

Ever found yourself captivated by the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and wondered about the story behind the beans?* Enrique, our guest this week, is a coffee buyer with an exceptional tale that starts in the vibrant heart of Oxnard, California...

Books by Sean WelshOne From the Ice Daylight Maybe

Imagine uprooting your life and plunging into the heart of New York City's literary world.* That's precisely what Sean Welsh did, and in our latest episode, he shares the raw and transformative tale of a writer's journey in a city that never sl...