WNYC 93.9 FM is a public radio station in New York City, owned and operated by New York Public Radio. It began broadcasting in 1943 and is one of the oldest FM stations in the United States. WNYC-FM, along with its AM counterpart WNYC (820 AM), reaches over one million listeners each week, making it the largest public radio audience in the country.
The station offers a diverse mix of news, talk, and cultural programming. It produces original content like "The Brian Lehrer Show" and "All Of It with Alison Stewart", while also broadcasting popular NPR programs such as "Morning Edition" and "All Things Considered". WNYC-FM is known for its in-depth local news coverage, as well as nationally syndicated shows like "Radiolab" and "On the Media".
Originally owned by the City of New York, WNYC became independent in 1997 when it was sold to the WNYC Foundation. Today, it operates from studios in Hudson Square, Lower Manhattan, and continues to be a leading voice in public radio, adapting to new technologies with streaming services and podcasts while maintaining its commitment to quality journalism and cultural programming.