Breslin "What's Doin'?"
Breslin "What's Doin'?"
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The world and works of Jimmy Breslin.
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Focuses on journalism, personal anecdotes, and cultural commentary with episodes featuring discussions on Breslin's relationships with prominent figures like Gloria Steinem and Andrew Cuomo, highlighting his impact on American journalism and societal issues.
The world and works of Jimmy Breslin.
Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Jimmy Breslin is the subject of Breslin: “What’s Doin’?” which explores his influence on journalism over the second half of the 20th Century. His columns for the New York Herald Tribune, Newsday and The Daily News and his writing for many other notable publications including New York Magazine, helped define New York City and the world for 50 years.
Kevin Breslin grew up in Queens as one of six children to the constant sound of a typewriter clapping and his father scrambling to hit deadlines. This unique perspective gave him a backstage pass to history. Breslin: “What’s Doin’?” explores Jimmy Breslin’s career in a way that’s designed to give listeners an inside look of who he was and why his writing is both memorable and as important today as it was when he wrote it.
On this episode, Kevin and Marvyn discuss the role of the criminal defense attorney, memorable cases from Marvyn’s career, his friendship and work with Jimmy Breslin, and how New York’s courts and culture have changed over the years.
Marvyn Kornberg is a veteran New York criminal defense attorney whose career has been rooted in the courtrooms of Queens. Over decades of practice, he has defended clients in major criminal cases, fought for the rights of the accused, and developed a close friendship and working relationship with legendary columnist Jimmy Breslin.
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