Event description: The first-ever live episodes of **Nabil Ayers**' acclaimed podcast Identified, featuring special guests **Michelle Zauner** and **Meshell Ndegeocello**. Ayers’ memoir My Life in the Sunshine (Viking, 2022) explored his distant relationship with his father, musician Roy Ayers, as well as identity, belonging, and connection. Identified extends that exploration, turning the spotlight toward guests as they share their own definitions of family. Identified launched in 2024 and is now in its second season, with best-selling author Dani Shapiro featured this week. Previous Identified guests include John Legend, Laura Lee, Tom Morello, Neko Case, David Cross, Youngmi Mayer, Tunde Adebimpe, Nabihah Iqbal, Nate Mendel, and more. \- Make a reservation before/after your show: http://bit.ly/4loDjTg. Adjacent to The Sound Room, The Atrium at Public Records is a plant-based restaurant + cocktail bar serving a globally-inspired collection of dishes, operating Wed–Sat 6–11 pm and Sat–Sun 11–4 pm. Public Records aims to provide a safer space. We reject all forms of discrimination, including racism, misogyny, transphobia, homophobia, sexism, and other aggressive behavior. Consent is paramount. Please exist with respect for yourself and those around you. Anyone found in violation of our rules or safer space policy will be removed from the venue. To share feedback about an incident, please email hello@publicrecords.nyc or alert a member of our team. Tickets may be available at the door based on capacity. A ticket does not guarantee entry; admission into the venue, including UPSTAIRS, is subject to the discretion of our staff. All large bags + coats must be checked. Presented by Public Records. This is a 21+ event.