Lisa Kovitz
@lisakovitz.bsky.social
News consumer, OG podcast listener and knew one day you all would be asking me questions about podcasts. Opinions are my own.
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I am digging the creative dunking by the Dems
Rep. Yassamin Ansari has set up a table and this sign outside Speaker Johnson’s office.
November 6, 2025 at 8:07 PM
I am digging the creative dunking by the Dems
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New: The FBI is quietly urging ICE agents to properly ID themselves in the field.
In a bulletin to law enforcement last month, it warned of criminals posing as ICE to rob, rape, kidnap—a problem it says now demands national coordination to confront.
By me & @carolinehaskins.bsky.social:
In a bulletin to law enforcement last month, it warned of criminals posing as ICE to rob, rape, kidnap—a problem it says now demands national coordination to confront.
By me & @carolinehaskins.bsky.social:
FBI Warns of Criminals Posing as ICE, Urges Agents to ID Themselves
In a bulletin to law enforcement agencies, the FBI said criminal impersonators are exploiting ICE’s image and urged nationwide coordination to distinguish real operations from fakes.
www.wired.com
November 4, 2025 at 7:34 PM
New: The FBI is quietly urging ICE agents to properly ID themselves in the field.
In a bulletin to law enforcement last month, it warned of criminals posing as ICE to rob, rape, kidnap—a problem it says now demands national coordination to confront.
By me & @carolinehaskins.bsky.social:
In a bulletin to law enforcement last month, it warned of criminals posing as ICE to rob, rape, kidnap—a problem it says now demands national coordination to confront.
By me & @carolinehaskins.bsky.social:
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If I were running the DNC, there would be Democratic Party sponsored food relief banks across the country right now that specifically welcomed anyone regardless of party affiliation.
Along with the food, there could be voter registration and links to runforsomething.net
Along with the food, there could be voter registration and links to runforsomething.net
October 26, 2025 at 9:03 PM
If I were running the DNC, there would be Democratic Party sponsored food relief banks across the country right now that specifically welcomed anyone regardless of party affiliation.
Along with the food, there could be voter registration and links to runforsomething.net
Along with the food, there could be voter registration and links to runforsomething.net
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The day after the Chinatown raid, New York AG Tish James launches an online portal for the public to submit photos and videos of ICE activity.
"We are committed to reviewing these reports and assessing any violations of law," she writes.
Portal ag.ny.gov/federal-acti...
"We are committed to reviewing these reports and assessing any violations of law," she writes.
Portal ag.ny.gov/federal-acti...
October 22, 2025 at 7:01 PM
The day after the Chinatown raid, New York AG Tish James launches an online portal for the public to submit photos and videos of ICE activity.
"We are committed to reviewing these reports and assessing any violations of law," she writes.
Portal ag.ny.gov/federal-acti...
"We are committed to reviewing these reports and assessing any violations of law," she writes.
Portal ag.ny.gov/federal-acti...
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We’re kicking the politics of the past aside and scoring a new generation of leadership — and we want you on our team.
Join us for The Cost of Living Classic, a free citywide soccer tournament in Coney Island this Sunday, co-hosted by NYC Footy.
Details + register at zohranfornyc.com/colclassic ⚽
Join us for The Cost of Living Classic, a free citywide soccer tournament in Coney Island this Sunday, co-hosted by NYC Footy.
Details + register at zohranfornyc.com/colclassic ⚽
October 15, 2025 at 4:21 PM
We’re kicking the politics of the past aside and scoring a new generation of leadership — and we want you on our team.
Join us for The Cost of Living Classic, a free citywide soccer tournament in Coney Island this Sunday, co-hosted by NYC Footy.
Details + register at zohranfornyc.com/colclassic ⚽
Join us for The Cost of Living Classic, a free citywide soccer tournament in Coney Island this Sunday, co-hosted by NYC Footy.
Details + register at zohranfornyc.com/colclassic ⚽
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President Johnson, in a November 9, 1968 letter to the Smothers Brothers:
“It is part of the price of leadership of this great and free nation to be the target of clever satirists . . . May we never grow so somber or self-important that we fail to appreciate the humor in our lives.”
“It is part of the price of leadership of this great and free nation to be the target of clever satirists . . . May we never grow so somber or self-important that we fail to appreciate the humor in our lives.”
September 20, 2025 at 9:44 PM
President Johnson, in a November 9, 1968 letter to the Smothers Brothers:
“It is part of the price of leadership of this great and free nation to be the target of clever satirists . . . May we never grow so somber or self-important that we fail to appreciate the humor in our lives.”
“It is part of the price of leadership of this great and free nation to be the target of clever satirists . . . May we never grow so somber or self-important that we fail to appreciate the humor in our lives.”
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Stop by the Museum from Friday, September 19, through Monday, September 29, to see how eight dioramas have been transformed.
Explore our full slate of Climate Week NYC programs which are supported by Wellcome Trust, bringing health to the heart of #ClimateWeekNYC.
Explore our full slate of Climate Week NYC programs which are supported by Wellcome Trust, bringing health to the heart of #ClimateWeekNYC.
September 19, 2025 at 8:38 PM
Stop by the Museum from Friday, September 19, through Monday, September 29, to see how eight dioramas have been transformed.
Explore our full slate of Climate Week NYC programs which are supported by Wellcome Trust, bringing health to the heart of #ClimateWeekNYC.
Explore our full slate of Climate Week NYC programs which are supported by Wellcome Trust, bringing health to the heart of #ClimateWeekNYC.
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New Mexico's economy is a fraction of the size of New York City's.
If they can enact universal childcare — and relieve working families of a crushing cost burden — surely we can too.
It's just a question of political will.
If they can enact universal childcare — and relieve working families of a crushing cost burden — surely we can too.
It's just a question of political will.
New Mexico will be the first state to make child care free
The program, which is expected to save families $12,000 per child annually, is available to all residents regardless of income.
19thnews.org
September 12, 2025 at 3:15 PM
New Mexico's economy is a fraction of the size of New York City's.
If they can enact universal childcare — and relieve working families of a crushing cost burden — surely we can too.
It's just a question of political will.
If they can enact universal childcare — and relieve working families of a crushing cost burden — surely we can too.
It's just a question of political will.
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AOC: "On this point of tax on tips, as one of the only people in this body who has lived off of tips, I want to tell you a little bit about the scam ... the cap on that is $25,000 while you're jacking up taxes on people who make less than $50,000 across the US ... while kicking them off the ACA."
July 2, 2025 at 3:37 PM
AOC: "On this point of tax on tips, as one of the only people in this body who has lived off of tips, I want to tell you a little bit about the scam ... the cap on that is $25,000 while you're jacking up taxes on people who make less than $50,000 across the US ... while kicking them off the ACA."
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McGovern: "A family making less than $50,000 a year? They get less than $1 a day in tax cuts. You can't buy a damn cup of coffee with that. But those making a million dollars or more? They'll get more than $250 a day in tax breaks ... that's how rigged this bill is to benefit the wealthy."
July 1, 2025 at 6:00 PM
McGovern: "A family making less than $50,000 a year? They get less than $1 a day in tax cuts. You can't buy a damn cup of coffee with that. But those making a million dollars or more? They'll get more than $250 a day in tax breaks ... that's how rigged this bill is to benefit the wealthy."
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Susan Collins, John Cornyn, Lindsey Graham, Tommy Tuberville, Tom Cotton, and Joni Ernst are all up for reelection in 2026.
Just some fodder for your phone calls...😏
Just some fodder for your phone calls...😏
If there was ever a time to call your Senator, this is it.
Voting has begun on the GOP plan to cut off health care for working-class Americans and slash taxes for the wealthiest.
Voting has begun on the GOP plan to cut off health care for working-class Americans and slash taxes for the wealthiest.
June 30, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Susan Collins, John Cornyn, Lindsey Graham, Tommy Tuberville, Tom Cotton, and Joni Ernst are all up for reelection in 2026.
Just some fodder for your phone calls...😏
Just some fodder for your phone calls...😏
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Generational change is coming: Since Zohran Mamdani won on Tuesday night, more than 1100 young people have reached out to @runforsomething.net to explore a run for local office -- one of our biggest spikes of the year yet.
June 26, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Generational change is coming: Since Zohran Mamdani won on Tuesday night, more than 1100 young people have reached out to @runforsomething.net to explore a run for local office -- one of our biggest spikes of the year yet.
At least in the NYC area, almost everyone walks into supermarkets or Sam’s Club with cloth bags. No big deal, just do what’s the rule says.
That extra fee at the grocery store for a plastic shopping bag isn’t just an inconvenience –– it is actually making a difference for marine ecosystems, according to a new study. cnn.it/4le6Y1q
June 19, 2025 at 9:35 PM
At least in the NYC area, almost everyone walks into supermarkets or Sam’s Club with cloth bags. No big deal, just do what’s the rule says.
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NBC plans to launch a 'Today' fan festival this fall, with events devoted to food, books, and more -- the company's latest effort to extend the business of some of its best known properties...
variety.com/2025/tv/news... via @variety
variety.com/2025/tv/news... via @variety
NBC Plans ‘Today’ Fan Festival With Events Scheduled for Fall
NBC plans to launch a fan festival tied to its "Today" morning franchise, with a series of events built around the show's personalities
variety.com
June 18, 2025 at 11:43 AM
NBC plans to launch a 'Today' fan festival this fall, with events devoted to food, books, and more -- the company's latest effort to extend the business of some of its best known properties...
variety.com/2025/tv/news... via @variety
variety.com/2025/tv/news... via @variety
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Thanks to John Oliver for quoting my highly scientific analysis proving we don’t need federal troops in LA
June 16, 2025 at 8:37 PM
Thanks to John Oliver for quoting my highly scientific analysis proving we don’t need federal troops in LA
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my main takeaway after spending the afternoon at the national history day competition is that the kids are pretty alright. also, that reactionaries are right to fear the consequences of kids learning the truth.
June 9, 2025 at 7:17 PM
my main takeaway after spending the afternoon at the national history day competition is that the kids are pretty alright. also, that reactionaries are right to fear the consequences of kids learning the truth.
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SeoulSpice Korean Kitchen plans grand opening in Falls Church this week
www.arlnow.com/2025/06/02/s...
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SeoulSpice Korean Kitchen plans grand opening in Falls Church this week | ARLnow.com
Fast-casual restaurant SeoulSpice Korean Kitchen is set to debut its latest location in Falls Church this week. A grand opening for the regional chain's newest spot is happening this Wednesday at 156...
www.arlnow.com
June 2, 2025 at 1:22 PM
SeoulSpice Korean Kitchen plans grand opening in Falls Church this week
www.arlnow.com/2025/06/02/s...
www.arlnow.com/2025/06/02/s...
So glad to have had it for 16 years! Well done @marcmaron.bsky.social
Marc Maron, the host of “WTF” — the popular twice-weekly podcast — announced on Monday that the show would end this fall after nearly 16 years. After more than 1,600 episodes, the finale will air this fall. https://trib.al/LE5q0nH
Marc Maron’s ‘WTF’ Podcast to End After Nearly 16 Years
The comedian has spent more than 1,600 episodes talking with celebrities like Barack Obama and Robin Williams. The show’s final episode will air this fall.
trib.al
June 2, 2025 at 5:34 PM
So glad to have had it for 16 years! Well done @marcmaron.bsky.social
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if dems want messaging help, stop telling people you're "fighting back." it sounds like you're being mugged. call off the podcaster search, take your ridiculous money pile and try opening some food banks and free clinics. hurricanes are coming and the feds have no plan. looks like an opening to me.
May 22, 2025 at 2:51 PM
if dems want messaging help, stop telling people you're "fighting back." it sounds like you're being mugged. call off the podcaster search, take your ridiculous money pile and try opening some food banks and free clinics. hurricanes are coming and the feds have no plan. looks like an opening to me.
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Why does Tulsa Remote produce over $4 in higher per capita income benefits for other Tulsa residents, per $1 of program costs? 3 reasons: (1) the program's offer of $10,000 moving incentive, plus other support services, tips location decision of at least 58% of Tulsa Remoters.
Programs to woo remote workers to a city or region have blossomed across the U.S. since the pandemic. But do they improve the lives of people already living there? New report from our @timbartik.bsky.social finds one program, Tulsa Remote, has benefits that far outweigh its costs.
#econsky #EconDev
#econsky #EconDev
Each dollar spent drawing remote workers to Tulsa delivers $4 benefit to current residents
Study finds 58 to 70 percent of Tulsa Remote workers would not have moved to Tulsa without the program
www.upjohn.org
May 20, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Why does Tulsa Remote produce over $4 in higher per capita income benefits for other Tulsa residents, per $1 of program costs? 3 reasons: (1) the program's offer of $10,000 moving incentive, plus other support services, tips location decision of at least 58% of Tulsa Remoters.
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“Sesame Street” has found itself a new home.
Netflix announced that the decades-old public educational television program will premiere its 56th season on the global streaming giant, along with 90 hours of previous episodes.
Netflix announced that the decades-old public educational television program will premiere its 56th season on the global streaming giant, along with 90 hours of previous episodes.
‘Sesame Street’ is coming to Netflix with new streaming deal
“Sesame Street” will release episodes on both PBS Kids and Netflix later this year.
www.washingtonpost.com
May 19, 2025 at 3:05 PM
“Sesame Street” has found itself a new home.
Netflix announced that the decades-old public educational television program will premiere its 56th season on the global streaming giant, along with 90 hours of previous episodes.
Netflix announced that the decades-old public educational television program will premiere its 56th season on the global streaming giant, along with 90 hours of previous episodes.
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Congestion pricing was designed to finance more than $15 billion in critical transit upgrades in New York City. Those investments will take years. But the parallel changes at street level are already apparent. Here’s what we know so far. nyti.ms/4mbuGg0
May 12, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Congestion pricing was designed to finance more than $15 billion in critical transit upgrades in New York City. Those investments will take years. But the parallel changes at street level are already apparent. Here’s what we know so far. nyti.ms/4mbuGg0
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As mayor of Newark, Ras Baraka has a responsibility to ensure that facilities operating in the city are adhering to laws that protect the safety and wellbeing of occupants and residents.
May 9, 2025 at 9:17 PM
As mayor of Newark, Ras Baraka has a responsibility to ensure that facilities operating in the city are adhering to laws that protect the safety and wellbeing of occupants and residents.