In the comics, Superman protects the fictitious city of Metropolis, which of course, bears a striking resemblance to New York. In  fact, a lot of comic book superheroes fight for justice in a city very much like New York -- or in New York itself.  Peter Parker – AKA – “your friendly neighborhood Spiderman” – hails from Queens. On this week's Cityscape, superheroes in NYC -- real and make-believe.

In the comics, Superman protects the fictitious city of Metropolis, which of course, bears a striking resemblance to New York. In fact, a lot of comic book superheroes fight for justice in a city very much like New York -- or in New York itself. Peter Parker – AKA – “your friendly neighborhood Spiderman” – hails from Queens. On this week's Cityscape, superheroes in NYC -- real and make-believe.

In the comics, Superman protects the fictitious city of Metropolis, which of course, bears a striking resemblance to New York. In &nbsp;fact, a lot of comic book superheroes fight for justice in a city very much like New York -- or in New York itself.&nbsp; Peter Parker – AKA – “your friendly neighborhood Spiderman” – hails from Queens. On this week's Cityscape, superheroes in NYC -- real and make-believe.
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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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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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