Tenant Law Podcast
Hosted by Tenant Law
A solo podcast that demystifies complex NYC tenant law by analyzing specific court cases and statutes for renters.
This is an educational resource for New York City tenants, functioning as a series of deep dives into single legal issues. Each episode uses a specific court case or statute as a real-world framework to explain tenant rights and procedural defenses. The host methodically breaks down the legal background, analyzes the case, and provides a clear takeaway, effectively translating dense legal material into practical strategies for renters.
“Its hyper-specific focus on NYC tenant law, grounded in detailed analysis of actual court cases and statutes, sets it apart from general legal or real estate podcasts. The host's use of 'Housing Court Hacks' provides listeners with concrete, and often procedural, defenses they can potentially use.”
Who hosts this show
Michelle Itkowitz is a New York City attorney with over 25 years of experience in commercial and residential landlord-tenant litigation. She is the founder of Itkowitz PLLC, a certified Women Business Enterprise, and co-authors the New York State Bar Association's treatise on residential landlord-tenant law. Through this podcast, she translates dense legal concepts and specific court cases into actionable advice for NYC tenants.
Credentials & credits
- Founder, Itkowitz PLLC
- J.D., Brooklyn Law School (1992)
- B.A., Political Science, Union College (1989)
- Admitted to practice in New York State and the Southern District of New York
- Co-author, "New York Residential Landlord-Tenant Law and Procedure" (NYS Bar Association)
- Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Instructor for Lawline
Other ventures
- Itkowitz PLLC (law firm)
- Learn to Live Better, a Housing Law Podcast (rebranded show on Broadway Podcast Network)
- Author of numerous articles and white papers on landlord-tenant law
- CLE course creator and instructor
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01
- 02
- 03
- 04Episode 55: NYC Rental Housing Types DemystifiedJan 12, 2026 · 25 min
- 05
- 06
- 07Episode 52: Breaking Your Lease Early, Seven Best PracticesDec 8, 2025 · 30 min
- 08
Notable episodes
- 01Episode 58: Can you vacate a stipulation of settlement...
Addresses a critical situation where tenants feel pressured into a bad deal in Housing Court, offering potential remedies by analyzing the legal grounds for vacating a settlement.
- 02Episode 57: Late Renewal? Protect Yourself from Overcharges on a Rent Stabilized Lease!
Tackles a common and confusing issue for rent-stabilized tenants that has direct financial implications, explaining how to calculate the correct rent on a late renewal offer.
- 03Episode 56: ...Housing Court Hack – Wrong Descrip...
Introduces the show's signature 'Housing Court Hack' concept with a specific, actionable defense related to improper apartment descriptions in eviction papers, empowering tenants with negotiation leverage.
What you'll be asked on this show
This is a solo-host educational show, not an interview podcast. Each episode is a structured monologue focusing on a single legal issue, typically organized into background context, a detailed case analysis, and a concluding "Tenant Takeaway." The host's delivery is direct, instructional, and aimed at empowering the listener with knowledge.
Signature segments
- · Tenant Takeaway
- · Housing Court Hack
- · Closing: "The law belongs to you... but your ownership of the law is only as great as your understanding of the law."
- · Disclaimer: "This is not legal advice, and I am not your lawyer..."
Topics covered repeatedly
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The show is distributed by the Broadway Podcast Network, which has an arts and creativity focus. Sponsorship would be a fit for legal services, real estate tech companies, or brands targeting a New York City demographic.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
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People also ask
- What is the host's real name and profession?
- The host is Michelle Itkowitz, a practicing landlord-tenant attorney in New York City and founder of the law firm Itkowitz PLLC.
- Is this podcast legal advice?
- No. The host explicitly states in the show's description and episodes that the content is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship.
- What is the format of the show?
- It is a solo-host monologue. Each episode focuses on a specific NYC housing law topic, usually analyzing a relevant court case or statute, and ends with a "Tenant Takeaway". It is not an interview show.
- Is the podcast still active?
- Yes, the podcast is active and releases episodes monthly. It was also nominated for a New York Podcast Award in 2025.
- What is 'Learn to Live Better, a Housing Law Podcast'?
- This is the new name for the podcast as part of its distribution partnership with the Broadway Podcast Network. It is the same show, formerly known as the Tenant Law Podcast.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The podcast is available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and the Broadway Podcast Network website.
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- [01]Michelle Itkowitz - Attorney Bioitkowitz.com
- [02]Michelle Itkowitz | Broadway Podcast Networkbroadwaypodcastnetwork.com
- [03]Learn to Live Better: A Housing Law Podcast | Broadway Podcast Networkbroadwaypodcastnetwork.com
- [04]Learn to Live Better, a Housing Law Podcast - Tenant Learning Platformtenantlearningplatform.com
- [05]Michelle Maratto Itkowitz - Lawline Profilelawline.com
- [06]Tenant Law Podcast on Apple Podcastspodcasts.apple.com
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