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Breslin "What's Doin'?"
The world and works of Jimmy Breslin.
Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Jimmy Breslin is the subject of Breslin: “What’s Doin’?” which explores his influence on journalism over the second half of the 20th Century. His columns for the New York Herald Tribune, Newsday and The Daily News and his writing for many other notable publications including New York Magazine, helped define New York City and the world for 50 years.
Kevin Breslin grew up in Queens as one of six children to the constant sound of a typewriter clapping and his father scrambling to hit deadlines. This unique perspective gave him a backstage pass to history. Breslin: “What’s Doin’?” explores Jimmy Breslin’s career in a way that’s designed to give listeners an inside look of who he was and why his writing is both memorable and as important today as it was when he wrote it.
Breslin "What's Doin'?"
Ken Sunshine & Dan Klores
Ken Sunshine is a public relations consultant, Founder and Chairman of Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis. He’s worked in the political arena as delegate to the Democratic National Convention and Chief of Staff to NYC Mayor David Dinkins, as well as the entertainment business where he headed the PR department of ASCAP. Sunshine currently serves on the board for various NYC committees in education, art and community service.
Dan Klores is a former public relations consultant, Founder of Dan Klores Communications firm) turned award-winning filmmaker and playwright who has made six movies during the last 13 years, four of which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, and three plays. He has received widespread recognition for his work, most notably being awarded the 2008 Independent Spirit Award for Best Documentary for Crazy Love.
In this episode, Kevin, Ken & Dan talk style, current state of journalism/reporters, Breslin saving the day & more.