Derek Evers and Christopher Robbins are joined in the studio by Virginia-based band Eternal Summers. Eternal Summers are on an eight-day tour, and they’re playing two dates in New York City! Hear about Eternal Summer’s most recent stint in the recording studio in Austin, TX, and what to expect from their most recent album. Find out about the Roanoke music scene, and hear what famous musicians got their start in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Later, Derek and Christopher talk about the NYC mayoral race, and the controversies surrounding Anthony Weiner aka “Carlos Danger”. Hear more about Derek’s television addiction, and Chris’s affinity for bad action movies.

Nothing Urgent takes a somber tone this week; Derek Evers covers the recent shooting and subsequent closing of Big Snow Buffalo Lodge. Joining Derek is journalist Dale Eisinger, who recently reported on the incident in The Village Voice. Dale recounts the events of the shooting, and how it has affected the DIY music community in Brooklyn. Hear about the decision to close Big Snow Buffalo Lodge, and find out about the victim, Yoni David, and his condition. Dale and Derek play tribute to the space; hear what distinguished Big Snow from other venues, and how their sense of hospitality made all bands and patrons and feel welcome.

Nothing Urgent is back after celebrating Independence Day with some camping adventures and fiction by George Saunders. Derek Evers and Chris Robbins are sweating in the studios, so they call Chris Mooney to discuss climate change. Chris Mooney is a contributor to Climate Desk and Mother Jones, and is also the host of Climate Desk Live. Tune in to hear discussions regarding Republicans and their aversion to climate change. How will Obama’s recent speeches regarding the environment help his popularity? Tune in to hear more about the controversies surrounding hydrofracking, and the power of the coal industries lobbyists. Patrick Stickles of Titus Andronicus comes by to talk about the new Titus Andronicus webstore, which includes opportunities for singing telegrams and LPs from the future. Find out why Patrick wants to monetize his skills as a singer to keep money in his pocket and provide something meaningful for Titus Andronicus fans. Hear about Patrick’s upcoming film concerning the etiquette of mosh pits, and why consent is important in rock ‘n’ roll.

Derek Evers and Chris Robbins are talking ‘stop & frisk’ with reporter Ryan Devereaux on this week’s episode of Nothing Urgent. Ryan has contributed to publications such as The Guardian and Village Voice, and has recently been covering the federal ‘stop & frisk’ trials. Tune into this episode to learn more about the controversy surrounding the ‘stop & frisk’ trials, and how the policy is affecting communities citywide. How has the practice influenced crime rates? What are the thresholds for a ‘stop & frisk’ search? After a musical break featuring new tracks from the likes of Lee Bannon and Bryant Dope, Derek and Chris call up Alex Levine, the bassist and lead vocalist of Brooklyn’s The So So Glos. Listen in to hear about The Glos’ tour shenanigans, and how they are dealing with their recent ‘glo-ing’ press.

Today has been a historic day for equal rights; tune into this episode of Nothing Urgent to hear Derek Evers and Chris Robbins recap the overturning of the Defense of Marriage Act. Derek and Chris talk with former president of the Univeristy of Virginia and Senior Fellow of the Association of Governing Boards, Bob M. O’Neil. Bob was a clerk for the Supreme Court in the 60s during the Civil Rights Movement and classmates with Justice Kennedy. Hear about the inner workings of the court, and how each justice affected today’s decision. Hear about Bob’s connection to Justice Kennedy, and how Justice Kennedy’s decision-making reflects his personal ethics as opposed to his party lines. Alex Zhang Hungtai, better known as Dirty Beaches, comes by the studio to talk about his move to Berlin and the reason for his nomadic lifestyle. Hear about Alex’s upcoming shows in New York, and why he decided to collaborate with other musicians for these performances. Alex talks about his recent tour in Asia, and some of his experiences with South Korean military fans and the border patrol.

Shannon Shaw of Shannon and the Clams is hanging out in the studio with Derek Evers and Chris Robbins on this week’s episode of Nothing Urgent! Derek and Chris start off the episode by reviewing what’s urgent in the news: Paula Deen’s racism, Citibikes, and NYPD bike tickets. Later, hear from Shannon concerning the origins of her band, and how she got started playing open mics with her voice and bass guitar. Learn about Shannon’s past as a Mormon, and her songwriting influences. Does Shannon think it’s difficult being in a rock band as a woman? Find out about some of the gender biases in the garage rock scene, and how negative experiences have fueled her drive to succeed. Hear Shannon, Derek, and Chris riff on the beauty of A.M. radio, Hunx & His Punx, and the coolest cities in Canada. Stay tuned for a surprise visit from one of the Clams, Cody!

Welcome to the first episode of Nothing Urgent, hosted by Impose Magazine‘s Derek Evers and Gothamist‘s Chris Robbins. Derek and Chris call up urban entomologist Jody L. Gangloff-Kaufmann of Cornell University to talk about the 17-year periodical cicada. Learn more about the insect’s life-cycle. Would Jody recommend eating a cicada? Find out what bugs are not prime eating, and learn how magicicadas communicate. Later, Amanda Contrada, Showcase Coordinator for the Northside Festival, comes by to talk about the history of the event, and how it has grown over the past five years. Hear what showcases Amanda booked, and which ones she is looking forward to attending.