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John Knefel // The Next War In Syria

John Knefel -- one half of the sibling host team of the longrunning progressive politics podcast, Radio Dispatch -- explains what may be about to happen next in Syria and who the players will be going forward after the expected imminent defeat of…

Lea // Faking It For Love

1st Person | Jun 28

In this episode, Lea shares the story of a relationship that stemmed from a moment where she was acting like someone other than herself. She also offers her advice for anyone that is unsure of how they should act in a situation with a new…

“The Jacket” by Henry Jamison

BTR Live Studio | Jun 27

Henry Jamison is a songwriter currently based in Vermont, though we first got to know his hauntingly poetic style through his previous Maine-based band, The Milkman’s Union. Now, a few years later, Henry has been crafting a strong body of solo work…

“Good Advice” by Holy Tunics

BTR Live Studio | Jun 26

Brooklyn indie rock trio Holy Tunics have been making the scene for a minute now, and we think they’re on to something with their catchy, upbeat, sun-kissed guitar rock. They dropped by Serious Business Music in DUMBO to share this song with…

“All The Time” by Airpark

BTR Live Studio | Jun 23

The Nashville-based brothers, bandmates, producers, and co-songwriters Michael Ford, Jr., and Ben Ford cut their teeth in the music industry with their previous band, The Apache Relay, which focused on going big with both sound and personnel. With…

Molly Knefel // Political Art in the Age of Trump

Video Dispatch | Jun 22

Molly Knefel -- one half of the sibling host team of the longrunning progressive politics podcast, Radio Dispatch -- offers her take on the creation and criticism of political art in the midst of a Trump presidency. She runs down some of the more…

Jeffrey // Jailed in China

1st Person | Jun 21

In this episode, Jeffrey shares the story of how he was arrested and jailed in China before the 2008 Olympics. He recounts the events leading up to his arrest and the lie he invented during interrogation. 1st Person is presented by Urban…

“Man In Me Lyfe” by The Moonlandingz

BTR Live Studio | Jun 20

From made up psychedelic ouija pop band to totally real -- as in loud, fast, and sweaty real -- band, this supergroup composed of members of Fat White Family and the Eccentronic Research Council have come together to destroy pop music and rebuild it.…

“Mon Esprit” by Sweet Crude

BTR Live Studio | Jun 19

Sweet Crude is an exciting, young six-piece from New Orleans, Louisiana. They’ve found a fascinating balance for pairing English and French lyrics that recall Cajun roots within a vibrant pop music sound which is full of joy and energy. This ball…

"Step Out Into The Light" by Matisyahu

BTR Live Studio | Jun 16

Matisyahu -- first known as a jam-loving, spiritually-influenced, and passionate singer -- has evolved over that past decade from a Grammy-nominated, #1 single performer to a full-on band. Rounded out by notable improviser Aaron Dugan, Dub Trio…

1st Person: Morticia // Finding Acceptance In The City

BreakThruTV | ep152 | Feb 1

In this installment of 1st Person, we meet Morticia, who left her Florida home and southern baptist community for New York City after coming out as a trans woman. Morticia shares what it was like to leave her home and find a supportive environment…

"Bullets In The Streets And Blood” by Cody ChesnuTT

BTR Hear & There | ep124 | Oct 24

Cody ChesnuTT emerged on the national musical landscape in 2002 with his appropriately-titled The Headphone Masterpiece. Truly a special record from a unique, soulful voice, it left so many wanting more -- and even moreso when the Roots…

“Quick” by Tank & The Bangas

BTR Live Studio | ep548 | Sep 27

Tank & The Bangas is a soul/hip-hop/rock band blasting forth from New Orleans and overflowing with spirit and energy. Led by poet/vocalist Tarriona “Tank” Ball and rounded out by a tight band of musicians and backing vocalists, The Bangas is…

Video Dispatch

POLITICS | A weekly video series covering politics and current affairs, hosted by siblings John and Molly Knefel.

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1st Person

CULTURE | We head out into the city to meet people and get their firsthand stories about their own lives and experiences.

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ep36 | Jun 28 | More

BTR Live Studio

MUSIC | Musicians play exclusive sets and chat with Maia Macdonald, a veteran musician and DJ with a knack for asking questions musicians actually enjoy answering.

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ep621 | Jun 27 | More

BTR Hear & There

MUSIC | We head out to various interesting locations in NYC -- and occasionally elsewhere -- with dynamic musicians playing their songs in unique settings.

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ep128 | Jun 12 | More

BreakThruTV

CULTURE | BreakThruTV is a multi-format series presenting anything and everything from comedy and music to news and documentary.

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ep163 | May 29 | More