<p>A mask is a barrier between ourselves and the world. It conceals our identity and can free us in some way from our societal restrictions.  Think about how liberated people sometimes feel on Halloween.  On this week's Cityscape, we’re talking about masks, and our fascination with them.  We'll look at how masks are created and used in performance, as well as why some people wear metaphorical masks every day to protect themselves.</p>

A mask is a barrier between ourselves and the world. It conceals our identity and can free us in some way from our societal restrictions. Think about how liberated people sometimes feel on Halloween. On this week's Cityscape, we’re talking about masks, and our fascination with them. We'll look at how masks are created and used in performance, as well as why some people wear metaphorical masks every day to protect themselves.

<p>A mask is a barrier between ourselves and the world. It conceals our identity and can free us in some way from our societal restrictions.&nbsp; Think about how liberated people sometimes feel on Halloween.&nbsp; On this week's Cityscape, we’re talking about masks, and our fascination with them.&nbsp; We'll look at how masks are created and used in performance, as well as why some people wear metaphorical masks every day to protect themselves.</p>

Behind the Mask

WFUV's award-winning, weekly public affairs program. Host George Bodarky covers New York City issues from the humorous to the sobering; whether it's an examination of local hipsters, homelessness or historic architecture. "Cityscape gives me 30 minutes to focus on a particular issue, to really delve into it," says Bodarky.  "I love to walk," he says. "I will just walk around Manhattan and discover new neighborhoods, new communities, and to me that's the best thing... Much of what I bring to the show is a new experience to me that I hope resonates with the listeners as well."

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WFUV's award-winning, weekly public affairs program. Host George Bodarky covers New York City issues from the humorous to the sobering; whether it's an examination of local hipsters, homelessness or historic architecture. "Cityscape gives me 30 minutes to focus on a particular issue, to really delve into it," says Bodarky. "I love to walk," he says. "I will just walk around Manhattan and discover new neighborhoods, new communities, and to me that's the best thing... Much of what I bring to the show is a new experience to me that I hope resonates with the listeners as well."

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