Long Island In Conversation

Long Island In Conversation is a half-hour public radio program featuring dynamic conversations with voices from the East End, Suffolk County, and beyond.

Long Island In Conversation is a society podcast hosted by WLIW-FM, with 35 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

WLIW-FM hosts Long Island In Conversation, a society show with 35 episodes published.

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  Episode #29

  Marc Shaiman on his new book "Never Mind The Happy", a night at Guild Hall, and more

  Jun 6, 202616 minS0

  <p>"My fingers had centuries of music in them," says Marc Shaiman, a composer and lyricist with a prolific and impactful career both on Broadway and in Hollywood. He's known for his work in iconic films Hairspray, When Harry Met Sally, and Sleepless in Seattle. He's also won a number of awards including two Emmy's, two Grammy's, a Tony, and more. His new memoir "Never Mind The Happy" is out now. He joined Gianna Volpe to talk about everything from the origin of the book's title to starting the audience participation tradition of Rocky Horror Picture Show. He even breaks...

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  Long Island In Conversation

  On tomorrow's Behind The Headlines: Why did Gov. Hochul deny Montaukett state recognition? - Behind The Headlines

  Jan 9, 20261 minS0

  <p>The Montaukett have been denied state recognition as a formal nation 7 times. In her recent veto memo, Gov. Hochul cites a case from 1910 in which the Montaukett were denied recognition as a formal nation. What is the reasoning behind her decision? Plus, what will the local impact be following the murder of Renee Nicole Good? The panel discusses these pressing issues plus horseshoe crab protection, Riverhead's news Town Supervisor, and a positive story about Peconic Community School.</p><p>Live on WLIW-FM Saturday at 10am, and on demand right here where you get podcasts.</p>

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  Episode #28

  Howard Marks on 25 years of "The Memo" and more

  Feb 27, 202522 minS0

  <p>In this conversation, Howard Marks, co-chairman of Oaktree Capital Management, discusses the current state of the U.S. economy and the implications for Long Island businesses. He shares insights on distressed debt, market bubbles, and the importance of philanthropy in the East End community. He also explains the difference between the current state of cautious optimism versus the big bubbles seen in the late 60's and late 90's.</p><p>Read "The Memo" here.</p>

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  Episode #27

  Congresswoman Laura Gillen on working for Long Islanders

  Feb 13, 202521 minS0

  <p>Democratic Congresswoman Laura Gillen joined Diane Masciale to talk about serving her first term in Congress and representing Long Island's 4th Congressional District. Prior to her role in Congress, Gillen worked as a lawyer and in Nassau County politics. </p><p>WLIW-FM has also invited the other congressional leaders of Nassau and Suffolk County to join us for conversations and we hope to bring these to our listeners soon.</p><p>This interview was recorded February 7, 2025, and has been edited lightly for clarity.</p>

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  Episode #27

  Congresswoman Laura Gillen joins Diane Masciale this Thursday at 7pm

  Feb 9, 20251 minS0

  <p>Join us for a conversation about Gillen's new position representing Long Island's 4th Congressional District and her focus on Long Island. The episode comes out Thursday, February 13th at 7pm. Tune in and listen live or listen on your schedule by following WLIW-FM on your favorite podcast platform.        </p><p>How to listen:</p>The WLIW-FM app (download for iOS | download from Google Play)Live-streaming at wliw.org/radio/Live-streaming on the NPR App, TuneIn, and other radio streaming appsLive-streaming on smart speakers by asking for WLIW-FM88.3 FM in Eastern Long Island and Southern Connecticut88.7 FM on the East End96.9...

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