Nuance with Mike Scala and Jay Carter

About Nuance with Mike Scala and Jay Carter

Nuance with Mike Scala and Jay Carter is a weekly video podcast that engages its audience through examination of current events from the unique perspectives of its hosts and guests. Mike Scala is an attorney and a Hip Hop artist who performs under the stage name Pizon. He's active in New York City politics, having won a Democratic primary for City Council in Queens. Jay Carter is a social media marketing consultant, former national labor union rep and executive officer, and a Hip Hop artist who performs under the stage name Timid. He is currently the chair for BLM Tokyo, an organization that educates on racism and discrimination. The show covers a broad range of topics and attempts to educate listeners about issues ranging from civics, government, music and beyond. Nuance does not endorse any candidates, ideologies or agendas, but presents lively discussion encompassing a range of viewpoints.

Publisher

Mike Scala and Jay Carter

Category

news · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

15 Feb 2022

Latest episode

28 Apr 2026

Latest episodes

196 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   28 Apr 2026

   Dirty Politics in Queens? Mike Scala Responds to Smear Tactics

   This week on Nuance, Mike Scala, Jay Carter, and Andre Bystrov dive into the ethics of AI in education, music, and politics — from students using AI in law and medical school to the future of AI-generated entertainment. They also address controversial campaign tactics, dirty politics, and why real issues like housing, transportation, and healthcare should matter more than smear campaigns. This Week on Nuance: AI ethics in education and student learning Responsible use of AI in medicine and law school AI-generated music and creativity debates Political dirty tricks and push polling Campaign accountability and public discourse Nuance podcast, Mike Scala, Jay Carter, Andre Bistro, AI ethics, artificial intelligence podcast, AI in education, AI in music, AI politics, campaign smear tactics, push poll explained, Queens politics, New York assembly race, housing crisis NYC, transportation Queens, grassroots campaign, political debate podcast, rap and politics, AI controversy, democracy discussion Nuance with Mike Scala and Jay Carter is a weekly video podcast that engages its audience through examination of current events from the unique perspectives of its hosts and guests. → SUBSCRIBE TO Nuance with Mike Scala and Jay Carter ← Subscribe: https://bit.ly/3P9mI6F Watch Full Videos: https://www.youtube.com/@nuanceshow/

2. 

   21 Jan 2026

   Is Hochul’s Budget Too Safe? Child Care, Animal Rights & Election Politics

   In this episode of Nuance, hosts Mike Scala and Jay Carter unpack Governor Kathy Hochul’s proposed New York State budget. From the politics of universal child care to pushing stronger animal protection laws, they dig deep into what’s missing, what’s prioritized, and how it affects everyday New Yorkers. This week on Nuance: Governor Hochul’s proposed state budget Universal child care and affordability in New York Animal rights and proposed policy reforms Balancing regulation and small business growth The politics of budgeting during election season Public safety, bail reform, and competing priorities #NuancePodcast #NewYorkPolitics #UniversalChildCare #AnimalRights Nuance with Mike Scala and Jay Carter is a weekly video podcast that engages its audience through examination of current events from the unique perspectives of its hosts and guests. → SUBSCRIBE TO Nuance with Mike Scala and Jay Carter ← Subscribe: https://bit.ly/3P9mI6F Watch Full Videos: https://www.youtube.com/@nuanceshow/

3. 

   24 Dec 2025

   NYC Councilmember Under Fire for Anti‑Muslim Tweet

   In this episode of Nuance, hosts Mike Scala and Jay Carter dig into a controversial anti‑Muslim tweet from NYC Councilmember Vicky Paladino, the broader ramifications for Queens and New York politics, and how free speech intersects with hate speech and constitutional rights. They also talk hip‑hop culture, Nas + DJ Premier’s new album, AI voice tech in music, and why community action matters more than ever. This week on Nuance: Controversial anti‑Muslim remarks by an NYC councilmember Constitutional and ethical implications of political speech Diversity, community response, and rallies in Queens Hip‑hop culture: Nas + DJ Premier’s album and AI voice tech Reflections on free speech, hate, and civic engagement #Islamophobia #Nas #DJPremier #QueensNY Nuance with Mike Scala and Jay Carter is a weekly video podcast that engages its audience through examination of current events from the unique perspectives of its hosts and guests. → SUBSCRIBE TO Nuance with Mike Scala and Jay Carter ← Subscribe: https://bit.ly/3P9mI6F Watch Full Videos: https://www.youtube.com/@nuanceshow/

Who has been a guest on Nuance with Mike Scala and Jay Carter

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• John Cori
• Mayor Adams
• Luigi Mangioni
• Luigi Mangione
• Kathy Hochul

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

130,260

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

3 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 71 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

84

Social presence

0

YouTube

82

Engagement

60

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Guest appearances

Books guests

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