This Week on MNN: #Winning

November 9, 2015

“Gotta Run with Will” hosts an Argentinian Ironman competitor, who moved to NY when he won at love; while “GingerNewYork” features an extraordinary story of perseverance and rising above challenging circumstances. Plus “The Facts” discusses the impact of drugs and championing the long, critical...

Clip of the Week: “Sistah Talk”

 

As we close out our Election Day week, check out this “Sistah Talk” clip as host Dietra Kelsey sits down with NYS Senator Bill Perkins (30th District). The elected official shares his thoughts on women’s equality, education and charter schools, cancer screening, and his fellow elected officials...

This Week on MNN: TV shows to nurse your wounded Mets fan soul

November 2, 2015

Watch thoughtful programming from “The Woman’s Connection” on finances and caregiving; a provocative discussion on the war against drugs on “The Facts,” and be inspired by guest Catherine Chua’s sense of service on “Gotta Run with Will.” Plus meet 4 new board members of “Community Board 8”, and...

Clip of the Week: “The Chris Gethard Show”

 

Did you catch Carrie Brownstein from Sleater-Kinney in one of her radio interviews this week? She’s been talking about her new memoir, her acting on the Amazon series “Transparent,” her role as co-creator, co-producer and writer on “Portlandia,” and oh yeah, that little music thing she does with...

Checkerboard Kids Celebrates 20 Years at MNN

October 26, 2015

It’s been 20 years since Checkerboard Kids first aired on MNN and it’s time to celebrate! Tune in for a musical anniversary show hosted by the one and only Checkerphil and enjoy performances by NYC-area ska bands, both new and old.

This Week on MNN: Great feats of strength, wisdom, and perseverance

October 26, 2015

“Gotta Run with Will” honors the indomitable spirit of 25-time marathon finisher Joy Johnson, while “GingerNewYork” talks to Tracy Hess, heralded fitness trainer and body builder. “The Facts” takes on the battle with drugs, and “My Life with Tina Hill” details one woman’s immigration tale from Iran...