City Journal's 10 Blocks Podcast
1) How Did Zohran Mamdani Win?
Rafael Mangual, Renu Mukherjee, and Santiago Vidal Calvo discuss New York City's mayoral election and the demographic groups that propelled Mamdani to victory. They also examine the changing electorat...Show More
2) Inside the DSA's Growing Influence
Is socialism gaining ground in America—or just getting a rebrand? In this episode, Rafael Mangual, Daniel Di Martino, and Stu Smith examine the shifting perception of socialism in U.S. politics and th...Show More
3) Socialism and Social Cohesion in New York City
Stephen Eide joins Brian Anderson to discuss "Scandinavia on the Hudson," his story from City Journal's Autumn 2025 issue.
4) City Journal Reacts to Election Night
Charles Fain Lehman, Rafael Mangual, John Ketcham, and Pirate Wires's Mike Solana analyze the results of New York City's mayoral election.
5) City Journal's New College Rankings
How can students know which colleges will give them the best educational value for their dollar? Renu Mukherjee, Neetu Arnold, and Rafael Mangual explore City Journal's newly released College Rankings...Show More
6) Why does raising a child in New York cost so much?
In this episode, Liena Zagare and Nicole Gelinas discuss how regulation, rent, and labor shortages turned child care into a luxury — and plans New York City mayoral candidates Zohran Mamdani, Andrew C...Show More
7) Mayoral Debate Highlights: Who Stood Out?
What did the final New York City mayoral debate reveal about the future of the race—and the city itself? Nicole Gelinas, John Ketcham, and Rafael Mangual break down the candidates’ best and worst mome...Show More
8) What Drives Protest Culture?
Daniel Di Martino, Tal Fortgang, and Rafael Mangual explore the generational divides in activism and what fuels people to mobilize. They share personal stories of political awakening, reflect on how s...Show More
9) Therapeutic Culture Is a Luxury Belief: Why Young People Are Struggling
Why are so many young people struggling with mental health? Abigail Shrier, Rob Henderson, and Brian Anderson explore the roots of the crisis and examine the roles played by mental health professional...Show More
10) What happened to law and order in NYC?
Manhattan Institute’s Nicole Gelinas and Liena Zagare discuss NYC’s crime situation—what’s working, what’s not, and how the narrative has changed since the last mayoral race.