History Archives • Radio Free Bay Ridge

Tag: History

Exploring our past, whether it’s people, locations, or events.

A photo of Brittany Ramos DeBarros, courtesy of her campaign.

Interview with Brittany Ramos DeBarros

Join us as we sit down with NY11 candidate Brittany Ramos DeBarros. We’ll explore the dangers of partisanship and how military contractors and war profiteering have left troops tokenized, demoralized, and without basic services. To counter these forces, we’ll explore how our district can engage with a Just Transition framework and invest in demilitarizing our civic systems. By removing our reliance on militarism and nationalism, we can build a leaner government that maximizes health and sustainability.

Racist Monuments in Bay Ridge

In this episode, we deeply examine all the reasons why we should finally tear down our remaining Confederate monuments in Bay Ridge. Join Dan and our guest John Hagan on a detailed analysis of our place within Reconstruction and Civil Rights history, and how Bay Ridge was the target of over fifty years of intentional propaganda.

Dan Hetteix and Henry Stewart talking at the Owl's Head Wine Bar

Live Episode! How Bay Ridge Became Bay Ridge

Our first-ever live episode! We’re at the Owls Head Wine Bar with local historian and author Henry Stewart. We’ll discuss his latest book, “How Bay Ridge Became Bay Ridge”, and take some questions from the audience.

“How Bay Ridge Became Bay Ridge” Book Launch and Interview

Join local author and historian Henry Stewart in conversation with Radio Free Bay Ridge producer Daniel Hetteix on the release […]

A map of the Owl's Head Walking Tour

Owl’s Head Park Walking Tour

Also known as Bliss Park, Owl’s Head has a long and fascinating history. Join local historian Henry Stewart on a guided walking tour of the park. Learn about its Native American history, aristocratic deals, tragedy, murder, and more.

Jeremi Suri at Poly Prep

Listen in to a live recording from Poly Prep’s public lecture series. Jeremi Suri kicks things off discussing the history and evolution of the Office of the President throughout American history.

Community Board 10 District Office on 5th Avenue

Bay Ridge’s ‘Little City Hall’

Dig into the history of one of Bay Ridge’s key civic institutions: our Community Board. It influences how nearly every city agency interacts with the neighborhood. We look into its origins, and it’s future.