CUNY TV's Let It Rip

Let It Rip examines the political significance of Kamala Harris’ Presidential candidacy and the historical tension between Haiti and the Dominican Republic.

Let It Rip sits down with Mayor, Eric Adams, for an exclusive interview to discuss the recently passed $112.4 Billion city budget, along with two members of the progressive caucus, to hear why they voted against this record-breaking budget.

In a passionate debate, Let It Rip tackles the ongoing push to woo Black and Latino voters by presidential candidates Donald Trump and Joe Biden. Guests include NY Assembly member, Landon Dais; Chairman of the NY Young Republican Hispanic Caucus, Adam Solis; CUNY Professor Reece Peck; and community organizer, Jordan Wright.

Let It Rip debates the political impact the Israel - Hamas war is having on America, along with the Pro-Palestinian encampment protests taken place across college campuses with New York City Council member, Inna Vernikov and New York State Senator, Jabari Brisport.

Let It Rip sits down with the newly formed New York City Council "Hood Caucus" to share how they are reshaping conventional politics and challenging the government to do more for underserved neighborhoods, along with an in-depth chat with Mayor Adams' Chief Advisor, Ingrid Martin-Lewis.

Let It Rip sits down with young voters for a passionate conversation to hear their thoughts on the upcoming 2024 presidential election rematch between Joe Biden and Donald Trump. Guests include two PhD CUNY candidates, Tanzeem Ajmiri and Alexandria Lockhart; along with Republican strategist, Vanessa Simon.

Let It Rip examines the racial wealth and pay gap facing New Yorkers of color, particularly women, and the impact it may have on the presidential election. Guests include NYC Comptroller, Brad Lander; NYC Council Member, Althea Stevens, and Vice President of Government Relations at The Parkside Group, Kalima Johnson.

Let It Rip examines the political tension between Mayor Eric Adams and the City Council in what has been a months-long battle over recent budget cuts and oversight of the NYPD. Joining us in discussion are City Council members, Yusef Salaam, Sandy Nurse, and Chi Ossé.

Let It Rip examines the impact Reproductive Rights and the turnout of people of color will have on the 2024 presidential election.

Let It Rip examines the foster care to prison pipeline and the rapidly growing aging prison population in America.