NYPR Elevates Three to Key Leadership Posts

RADIO ONLINE | Wednesday, June 3, 2026 | 3:10pm CT

New York Public Radio (NYPR)

New York Public Radio (NYPR) has promoted three longtime leaders to expanded editorial and creative roles as the organization continues to grow its multi-platform news, podcasting, live event and cultural programming initiatives.

NYPR President and CEO Christy Tanner announced the promotions of Emily Botein, Stephanie Clary and Eileen Delahunty to leadership positions across WNYC and Gothamist, WNYC Studios and WQXR.

The appointments come as NYPR expands audience engagement through radio, podcasts, livestreams and live events, including recent productions such as "Broadway on the Radio," "Theater of War on the Radio" and "Carnegie Hall Live."

"Stephanie, Emily and Eileen are exceptional, forward-looking leaders with deep commitment to excellence in journalism, culture and storytelling," Tanner said. "As audiences increasingly engage with content across multiple platforms, we're focused on creating experiences that connect our award-winning newsrooms, podcasts, live events and cultural partnerships."

Emily Botein has been named Head of WNYC Studios, where she will oversee the organization's national shows, programming and podcast operations, as well as live events at The Jerome L. Greene Performance Space. During her 20-year career with WNYC, Botein has helped launch and oversee programs including "Blindspot," "More Perfect," "Dead End: A New Jersey Political Murder Mystery," "The New Yorker Radio Hour" and "Death, Sex & Money."

Stephanie Clary has been promoted to Editor-in-Chief of the WNYC and Gothamist newsroom and live radio teams. She will oversee reporters, editors, producers and visual storytellers covering local and national news, politics, housing, transit and culture. Clary joined NYPR in 2021 as deputy editor. Before joining NYPR, Clary held positions at CNN, VICE Media, MIC and The Seattle Times, where she was part of a Pulitzer Prize-winning team.

Eileen Delahunty has been named Head of WQXR, New York City's classical music station. Delahunty has spent 35 years with WQXR and will oversee the station's programming and operations, including its streaming platforms. Her work has included the nationally syndicated "Carnegie Hall Live" series and several WQXR podcasts, including "Classical Music Happy Hour with Emanuel Ax."