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.

Growing Up Bank Street

March 17, 2021|George Bodarky
Born and raised in Greenwich Village, and still living there today, Donna Florio has amassed a collection of tales about her...

The Power of Breath

March 10, 2021|George Bodarky

Breathing is something a lot of us take for granted, but our guest on this week’s Cityscape says the way in which we breathe...

Classic Cuts and Artifacts

March 03, 2021|George Bodarky
"COVID Hair, Don’t Care." That might be true for a lot of people, but barbershops are still open for folks who want to have...

Exploring 'The North Atlantic Cities"

February 24, 2021|George Bodarky

In America they’re called row houses, but across the pond in England, a row of wall-sharing homes is called a terraced house...

Putting the Pieces Together

February 17, 2021|George Bodarky

Jigsaw puzzles are an age-old pastime, and with more people staying home during the COVID-19 pandemic, they’re seeing a...

Lessons in Fyütchology

February 10, 2021|George Bodarky

Our guest this week is a social justice musician who uses hip-hop and visual storytelling to educate upcoming generations...

A Life in Wax

February 03, 2021|George Bodarky
In times like these, the gentle flickering of a candle can help you feel at ease. And if that candle also has a delightful...

Stanford White in Detail

January 27, 2021|George Bodarky

You can’t have a conversation about historical architecture without referencing Stanford White.

High and Low Tea in Brooklyn

January 13, 2021|George Bodarky
Now that we’re heading into the thick of the winter season, who couldn’t use a warm cup of tea? What about a cup while...

Juror Conducts Post-Trial Examination of Societal Ills

January 06, 2021|George Bodarky

After sitting on a jury in a trial involving a double homicide in East Harlem, Efrem Sigel wanted answers.