Audio Files

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AudioFiles is a radio show and podcast featuring work produced by students at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY in New York City.

  1. A not so festive season for Starbucks workers (S14 EP5) - December 12, 2025

    12/12/2025

    A not so festive season for Starbucks workers (S14 EP5) - December 12, 2025

    In this AudioFiles episode, we report on a mega project plan that would transform Brooklyn’s waterfront, check in on striking Starbucks workers, and hear about tension between different faith groups at City College. Host: Tyler Paz Producers: Jarrod Barry and Rebecca Raghunath Associate Producers: Mary Beech and Tyler Paz Reporters: Niamh McAuliffe, Steve Kastenbaum, Rebecca Raghunath, Mary Beech, and Gabrielle Santas Editors: Curtis Fox, Richard Yeh, and Kalli Anderson Audio Engineers: Chad Bernhard and Amber Watson Guests: Tasnim Jackson and Elaine Sanders Music by Megatrax

    34 min
  2. Pay Raise for Paras, and Protecting Horseshoe Crabs (S14 EP4) - November 28, 2025

    11/26/2025

    Pay Raise for Paras, and Protecting Horseshoe Crabs (S14 EP4) - November 28, 2025

    In this episode of AudioFiles, we check in on a number of legislation being considered at the city and state levels in the waning weeks of the legislative sessions, on issues ranging from pay raises for teaching assistants to protection of horseshoe crabs. And we have a dispatch from East Harlem on how small businesses are feeling the effects of “La Migra.” Host: Mary Beech Producer: Niamh McAuliffe Associate Producer: Steve Kastenbaum Reporters: Jarrod Barry, Rebecca Raghunath, Tyler Paz, Carlin McCarthy, and Sophie Hayssen Editors: Richard Yeh, Curtis Fox, and Kalli Anderson Engineers: Chad Bernhard and Amber Watson Guests: Sahalie Donaldson and Matan Diner Music by Megatrax www.audiofilespodcast.com

    30 min
  3. Controversial Pipeline, ICE in NYC, Reptile Rescue (S14 EP3) - November 14, 2025

    11/14/2025

    Controversial Pipeline, ICE in NYC, Reptile Rescue (S14 EP3) - November 14, 2025

    In this AudioFiles episode, we report on environmental advocates’ pushback on a natural pipeline off the south shore of Staten Island that's been given the go-ahead from the NYS DEC. Then, a look at NYC's plan to bring relief to the chronically flood-prone neighborhood of Jewel Streets near the Brooklyn-Queens border. And we hear the story of one New Yorker's endeavor to rehabilitate and rehome red-eared sliders abandoned in NYC to their native habitat in the south. Host: Niamh McAuliffe Producer: Steve Kastenbaum Associate Producer: Rebecca Raghunath Reporters: Steve Kastenbaum, Jarrod Barry, Jenna Post, Bella Week, and Ella Walsh Editors: Richard Yeh and Curtis Fox Audio Engineers: Chad Bernhard and Amber Watson Guests: Gwynne Hogan and Neela Jain Music Credits: Megatrax www.audiofilespodcast.com

    30 min
  4. Bats Out Of Brooklyn and “Baby Stimulus” (S14 EP2) - October 31, 2025

    10/31/2025

    Bats Out Of Brooklyn and “Baby Stimulus” (S14 EP2) - October 31, 2025

    In this AudioFiles episode, we get the final arguments from mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, head to Prospect Park after dark to hear from flying mammals, and ask New Yorkers what they plan to do with their inflation refund checks. Host: Rebecca Raghunath Producer: Mary Beech Associate Producer: Jarrod Barry Reporters: Niamh McAuliffe, Steve Kastenbaum, Jarrod Barry, Tyler Paz, and Mary Beech Editors: Richard Yeh and Curtis Fox Audio Engineers: Chad Bernhard and Amber Watson Guests: Grace Rauh, John Samuelsen, and Annie McDonough Music Credits: Felix Toma, Citokid, Felix Mannherz, and Michael Bibo www.audiofilespodcast.com

    30 min
  5. Sports Betting, Beekeeping, and Farewell Bronx Night Market (S14 EP1) - October 17, 2025

    10/17/2025

    Sports Betting, Beekeeping, and Farewell Bronx Night Market (S14 EP1) - October 17, 2025

    In this season premiere of AudioFiles, we explore the proliferation of sports betting apps, check in on NYC voters ahead of the mayoral election, visit a popular night market at Fordham Plaza, and drop in on urban keepers in Battery Park. Host: Steve Kastenbaum Producer: Tyler Paz Associate Producer: Niamh McAuliffe Reporters: Rebecca Raghunath, Jarrod Barry and Mary Beech Guests: Emily Swanson, Kristin LaBuz and Jane Carbonaro Editors: Richard Yeh and Curtis Fox Audio Engineer: Chad Bernhard Music Credits: Felix Thoma, David Casas Berges and Yurii Tereshchenko www.audiofilespodcast.com

    30 min
  6. What’s it like to audition in New York City as an international performer?

    05/08/2025

    What’s it like to audition in New York City as an international performer?

    Auditioning in New York City is challenging, especially for a living. For foreign-born artists, attempting to succeed on the Great White Way is even more complicated. In this episode, Costa Rican actress Nea Somogyi takes us behind the curtain of the auditioning world in the eyes of an international performer. Content Warning: This episode may include some mature language. Hosted and reported by Max Martinez Villalobos. Reported and produced by Owen Racer. Edited by Curtis Fox. Engineering support by Chad Bernhard and Amber Watson. Music by Owen Racer and Kevin Macleod. Special thanks to the cast and crew of “Suitcase of Dreams, Next Stop: New York”.

    27 min
  7. What’s it like to be free in New York City after decades in prison?

    05/06/2025

    What’s it like to be free in New York City after decades in prison?

    Reporters Lauren Rapp and Perry Gregory explore what it's like to create a new life in New York City after decades of incarceration. Older adults are a growing population in US prison systems. When these individuals get out, they have to deal with a whole new set of problems: understanding technology, finding housing, and navigating the city. In this episode, “What’s is Like” reporters visit the Marcus Garvey Supportive Housing apartment complex in Brooklyn, New York, where all the residents are older adults adjusting to a life of freedom. Please be advised this episode mentions violent crime and adult language. Credits Reported, produced, voiced, and edited by Lauren Rapp and Perry Gregory. Edited by Curtis Fox. Studio Recording and Audio Engineering by Chad Bernhard and Amber Watson. Featured music: “Lakkalia” and “Only Lara”— all by Blue Dot Sessions. [https://www.sessions.blue/] Graphic Design by Shira Golden Kresch

    22 min
  8. What It's Like to Live Without the Right to Die

    04/29/2025

    What It's Like to Live Without the Right to Die

    Every day, pet owners around the country choose euthanasia to prevent prolonged suffering for their animal companions. But what happens when a person wants that same peace? In this episode, we explore what it’s like to live without the right to die. This episode deals with death and medical aid in dying. Please take care while listening. Credits: Hosted, narrated, produced and reported by Shira Golden. Produced by Pamela Appea. Edited by Meg Cramer. Engineering support by Chad Bernhard. Music by Blue Dot Sessions. Thank you to Stacy and Dr. Dani McVety for sharing your stories with us. Special thanks to Curtis Fox, Cynthia Rodriguez, Mitra Kaboli, Amber Watson, Libby Lussenhop, Thaddeus Pope, Ilana Kresch, the folks at A Better Exit, and everyone else we spoke to for this story. We’d also like to thank our colleagues in the Narrative Podcast Workshop at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism, Fall 2024. Music: “Durna Vila” by Blue Dot Sessions “Cigar Singles” by Blue Dot Sessions “Fissure Forming” by Blue Dot Sessions “Campsite 9” by Blue Dot Sessions

    28 min
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AudioFiles is a radio show and podcast featuring work produced by students at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY in New York City.

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  • Creator
    Audio Files
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    25
  • Rating
    Clean
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