An inside look at the people, places and spirit of New York City and its surroundings, with host George Bodarky, Sundays at 6:30am. Subscribe to the Cityscape Podcast through NPR.

Save America's Clocks

April 11, 2018|George Bodarky

When it comes to the most famous clocks in the world, the one at Elizabeth Tower in London, commonly referred to as “Big Ben...

Taking LGBTQ History Out of the Closet

April 04, 2018|George Bodarky

When thinking back to American history class, you might recall discussing the Declaration of Independence, the Civil War and...

Who Let the Dogs Out???

March 28, 2018|George Bodarky

You can’t go a block in a city like New York without seeing someone walking a dog. Dogs are a big part of many people’s...

Remnants of the Past

March 14, 2018|George Bodarky
New York City is constantly evolving. Businesses open and close. New buildings go up and old ones come down. But, if you...

Strike a Chord: Children in Foster Care

March 07, 2018|George Bodarky

From becoming a foster parent to simply being a mentor, there are many ways to help foster children in need. Kids in foster...

Photo Courtesy- Village Voice, Flickr, and Eneslow

The Sole of NYC

February 28, 2018|George Bodarky

New Yorkers are known for pounding the pavement to get what they want. But, you can't pound the pavement without a good pair...

Well, Hello, Dolly!

February 21, 2018|George Bodarky

(Photo Courtesy: Tonner Doll Company)

In today’s digital age, dolls might not be the flashiest toy on the market, but they...

Photo Courtesy- Lynsey Billet and New York Broadway Tours

Yiddish Language and Theater in NYC

February 14, 2018|George Bodarky
 
If you spend any time in New York City, you no doubt have heard some Yiddish spoken on the street, or at least in the bagel...
Before and after image of Coss Marte

From Lock Up to Lunges: Former Drug Kingpin Becomes Fitness Entrepreneur

February 07, 2018|George Bodarky

When Coss Marte went to prison in 2009, he was faced with not one, but two big challenges: lose weight and discover a...

Becca Blakcwell. Photo Credit- George Maracineanu

They, Themself and Schmerm

January 31, 2018|George Bodarky

Joe’s Pub in Manhattan is preparing to host a one-person show from NYC-based trans actor Becca Blackwell. They, Themself and...