CUNY TV's One to One

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Distinguished Lecturer in journalism at Queens College and long-time New York Newsday columnist Sheryl McCarthy speaks with accomplished individuals from all walks of life in this engaging half-hour series.

  1. FEB 24

    Who Gets to Stay in New York?

    NYC’s housing crisis is pushing renters to the brink. Housing Justice for All's Sumathy Kumar says lost rent protections and rising rents fueled homelessness, and calls for rent freezes, stronger tenant laws, vouchers, and social housing.

    27 min

  2. FEB 10

    NYC Schools at a Crossroads: Law, Equity, and Power

    CUNY professor David Bloomfield analyzes federal challenges to NYC school policies, defends protections for transgender students, and assesses the city’s public schools—highlighting leadership changes, equity issues, and signs of progress.

    28 min

  3. JAN 27

    Michael Thomas on Trauma, Identity & His Memoir

    In this One to One interview, Professor Michael Thomas discusses his memoir The Broken King, exploring trauma, neurodivergence, race, family, identity, and how writing helped him find his place and connect with readers.

    29 min

  4. JAN 13

    Environmental Justice and Inequality in New York City

    Sheryl McCarthy interviews Eddie Bautista on how environmental racism and historic policies have burdened Black and Latino NYC communities with pollution, health risks, and climate impacts, while highlighting advocacy, policy wins, and hope for change.

    26 min

  5. 12/23/2025

    Celebrating 100 Years of the Schomburg Center

    Sheryl McCarthy interviews Joy Bivins at the Schomburg Center, reflecting on its 100-year legacy, Arturo Schomburg’s vision, its role in preserving Black history and culture, and its enduring mission amid today’s political challenges.

    26 min

  6. 11/25/2025

    Building the Free Black Women’s Library

    OlaRonke Akinmowo shares how The Free Black Women’s Library grew from a stoop-based book swap into a Bed-Stuy community hub celebrating Black women writers, reflecting on its pandemic-era expansion and the joy of fostering connection and discovery.

    28 min

  7. 11/11/2025

    Transforming Governors Island Through Art

    In this episode of One to One, host Sheryl McCarthy speaks with Lauren Haynes, Head Curator and Vice President of Arts and Culture for the Trust for Governors Island. Haynes discusses the island’s transformation from a former military base into a vibrant hub for art, recreation, and education. She describes the island’s public art installations, performances, and artist residency programs that make art accessible to all visitors. The conversation also touches on new developments, such as expanded dining options, sustainability initiatives, and the upcoming climate research campus. Haynes emphasizes that arts, culture, and open space will remain central to the island’s mission as it continues to evolve.

    26 min

  8. 10/28/2025

    The Business of Immigrant Detention

    Sheryl McCarthy talks with Dr. Deirdre Conlon about how U.S. immigration detention has become a profit-driven industry where private companies and local governments earn billions amid poor conditions, exploitation, and bipartisan political support.

    28 min
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Distinguished Lecturer in journalism at Queens College and long-time New York Newsday columnist Sheryl McCarthy speaks with accomplished individuals from all walks of life in this engaging half-hour series.

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  • Creator
    CUNY TV
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    116
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © CUNY TV 2024
  • Show Website
    CUNY TV's One to One