Booking Overview
Metrics
Episodes: 516
Frequency: Irregular
Rating: 4.7/5.0
Estimated listeners: 10,000 - 100,000
Gender skew: Male
Listener location: USA
Instagram: 10.0k followers
Page updated: Oct 28, 2026 · How we check this data
Contact Information
Publicly listed emails
info@manhattan.institute
transcripts@manhattan.institute
info@manhattan-institute.org
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Host
Rafael Mangual - Senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute and a public-policy commentator focused on criminal justice, policing, and public safety.
Brian Anderson - Editor of City Journal and a commentator on public policy, culture, and American institutions.
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Recent Guest Discussions
Rahul Sidhu - Automated License-plate Readers, Surveillance Technology, Privacy Concerns, Safeguards, And Public-safety Benefits.
Ralph Clark - Acoustic Gunshot Detection, Policing, Public Safety, Community Concerns, And Surveillance Technology.
Zhenya Abbruzzese - Evidence Surrounding Puberty Blockers And Cross-sex Hormones For Minors Experiencing Gender Dysphoria.
Judith Miller - National-security Reporting, Terrorism Before September 11, Journalism And Government Policy, The First Amendment, And Reporting On International Crises.
Seth Barron - Institutional Politics And The Arguments Presented In His Book About The Influence Of The Political Left On American Institutions.
Recent Topics
Episodes
Flock Safety's Chief Strategy Officer on ALPR Surveillance, Privacy Concerns, and Public Safety
September 08, 2026
How should we think about automated license-plate readers, surveillance cameras, drones, and other public safety tools? Rafael Mangual sits down with Rahul Sidhu of Flock Safety to discuss the backlash against ALPR technology, the legal and privacy concerns surrounding surveillance, and the safeguards meant to prevent misuse. They also explore the real-world benefits of these tools in helping police solve crimes, recover stolen vehicles, and respond faster in emergencies.
Is ShotSpotter Racist? An Honest Conversation with SoundThinking CEO Ralph Clark
July 28, 2026
In this episode of the City Journal Podcast, Ralph Clark, CEO of SoundThinking (formerly ShotSpotter), discusses the technology of acoustic gunshot detection, its impact on public safety, and the arguments surrounding its use. Host Rafael Mangual and Clark explore how the technology saves lives, enhances policing, and addresses community concerns. They also consider the future of surveillance technology in law enforcement.
On Gender Medicine: The Utah Gender Report with Leor Sapir
June 11, 2026
Are puberty blockers and cross-sex hormones for gender dysphoric minors supported by strong scientific evidence? Manhattan Institute Senior Fellow Leor Sapir and Zhenya Abbruzzese, Co-Founder of the Society for Evidence-Based Gender Medicine, examine the findings of the Utah review on hormonal treatments for minors experiencing gender dysphoria and discuss what the evidence says about pediatric gender care.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get in touch with City Journal Audio?
City Journal Audio is hosted by Rafael Mangual and Brian Anderson. Its publicly listed emails are info@manhattan.institute, transcripts@manhattan.institute, and info@manhattan-institute.org. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.
What is the email for City Journal Audio?
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How many listeners does City Journal Audio have?
Podseeker estimates City Journal Audio reaches 10,000 to 100,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.
Who is an ideal guest for City Journal Audio?
City Journal Audio typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Senior executives, recognized policy specialists, experienced investigative or national-security journalists, authors, and subject-matter experts with substantial professional authority or evidence-based expertise. Common among recent guests: Executive leadership of a recognized organization; Publication of a substantive book; Pulitzer Prize or comparable journalistic distinction. Recent guests include Rahul Sidhu, Ralph Clark, and Zhenya Abbruzzese.
How hard is it to get booked on City Journal Audio?
High. It mostly books established leaders in its field.
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Recent episodes cover Politics, Public Policy, Criminal Justice, National Security, and Surveillance Technology. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.
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