This edition: October 2015
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Original tape date: October 9, 2015. First aired: October 9, 2015.Lisa Beth Kovetz celebrates Halloween this year by going on an NYC ghost and cemetery tour.
The Al Hirschfeld Foundation’s archivist, David Leopold, speaks about Hirschfeld’s career and the New-York Historical Society’s exhibition on the artist’s career that he curated.
Magalie Laguerre-Wilkinson speaks with Pulitzer Prize-nominated playwright, Rajiv Joseph.
Ernabel Demillo profiles independent filmmaker Marisa Vitali, whose short film “Grace” tells the story of her own struggle with addiction.
In this month’s Hidden Gems of New York, we look at one of Manhattan’s hottest attractions, the SeaGlass Carousel.
Mike Gilliam interviews Ron Fierstein, author of a new book about Edwin Land, the founder of Polaroid.
Donna Hanover learns how to carve a pumpkin from master pumpkin carver Hugh McMahon.
Guest List
Ron Fierstein Author, A Triumph of Genius
Andrea Janes Owner, Boroughs of the Dead
Rajiv Joseph Playwright, “Guards at the Taj”
David Leopold Archivist, The Al Hirschfeld Foundation
Debra Markowitz Vice President, Long Island International Film Expo
Hugh McMahon Pumpkin Carver
Karen Quinones Owner, Patriot Tours
Marisa Vitali Filmmaker, “Grace”
Web Extras

Hirschfeld Century Web Extra
David Leopold tells the story of when Whoopi Goldberg met Al Hirschfeld.
Date While You Wait
Bringing joy to your New York City subway commute using creative and innovative methods!- Whitney Biennial, NY Transit Museum, Limón Dance Company, and more!
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