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Dispatches from Planet Albany

WCNY
Albany
Kathy Hochul
New York City
New York State Senate
New York
New York State Assembly
New York State Government
Zohran Mamdani
Albany, United States
New York State Legislature
New York State Budget
Elise Stefanik
Redistricting
Democratic Party
CLCPA
Bruce Blakeman
Lobbying
New York State
Working Families Party
Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act

Dispatches from Planet Albany is brought to you by David Lombardo, host of WCNY's The Capitol Pressroom. The weekly conversations are a smart and funny encapsulation of the discussions reporters and sources have off the microphone at the Capitol in Albany. This inside baseball is for listeners who know the acronym ELFA, anxiously await the legislative calendar drop each December, or fondly recall ... more

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Latest Episodes

Politico New York reporter Bill Mahoney joins the show to discuss two Democratic leaders with very different styles.

State Sen. Rachel May is going up against the Democratic machine in central New York, including backing a successful primary to one... more

After a long summer apart, we've got the return of Bloomberg Government's Raga Justin and Capitol Confidential's Dan Clark.

We catch up on their summer activities, including travel abroad and across America, before discussing Gov. Kathy Hochul's pr... more

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Republican gubernatorial hopeful Bruce Blakeman needs help making up Democratic incumbent Kathy Hochul's fundraising advantage, even with his campaign tapping into public financing.

Coming to the rescue is the super PAC "Strong & Safe New York."

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Senate Republican Campaign Committee Chair George Borrello joins the show to talk about the underdog battle he's leading this fall.

The western New York Republican discusses the SRCC's goals for the midterms, peels back the candidate recruitment pr... more

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Recent Guests

Bill Mahoney
Politico New York reporter
Politico New York
Episode: Rachel May pushes the establishment, while Jay Jacobs plays the inside game
George Borrello
State Senator, Western New York Republican and Chair of the Senate Republican Campaign Committee
New York State Senate
Episode: Senate GOP hope to hold the line (and grow)
Katherine Nadeau
Deputy Executive Director of Environmental Advocates NY
Environmental Advocates NY
Episode: Environmental report card show state lawmakers could try harder
Mike Gianaris
Former Senate Deputy Majority Leader
New York Senate
Episode: Mike Gianaris spent a career 'seeing around corners'
Ed Ra
Assembly Minority Leader, Nassau County Republican leader
New York State Assembly
Episode: Ed Ra hopes to squeeze the Assembly Dems
Liz Krueger
State Senator, Manhattan Democrat, Chair of the Senate Finance Committee
New York State Senate
Episode: A stroke can't stop Liz Krueger the 'anarchist'
Shelley Mayer
State Senator, Westchester County Democrat; new chair of the Democratic Senate Campaign Committee
New York State Senate; DSCC
Episode: Shelley Mayer takes over political arm of Senate Dems
Katie Neer
Lobbyist, counsel with Dickinson & Avella
Dickinson & Avella, lobbying firm
Episode: Unions eye influence over marijuana industry
Micah Lasher
Assemblymember, future Congress member
New York Assembly
Episode: Into the weeds with Micah Lasher

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David Lombardo
Host of Dispatches from Planet Albany

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • Off to a flying start

    Lively and frank conversations about the politics behind state government. The rapport between host David Lombardo and guests, especially the never wrong Shontell Smith, makes for fun listening. Looking forward to special off-session series.

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    Saratoga Citizen
    United States3 years ago
  • Lively Debates

    Enjoy the lively debates about what happens in the halls of the Capitol.

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    Live Free of Die State
    United States3 years ago
  • Inside baseball

    A great listen about life in the Capitol.

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    CrazyLady2016
    United States3 years ago
  • Off to a flying start

    A lively, informative, fun and frank conversation about the politics behind state budget decisions. The participants seemed to enjoy it as much as the listener. Looking forward to future Disptaches from Planet Albany.

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    Saratoga Citizen
    United States4 years ago

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Lively and frank conversations about the politics behind state government.
A lively, informative, fun and frank conversation about budget decisions.

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Environmental report card show state lawmakers could try harder
Q: What happens in 2027 with new legislators and leadership in the Assembly?
We expect fresh energy and renewed focus on climate and environmental issues, with ongoing collaboration across unions and advocacy groups to move key bills forward while adapting to the new leadership dynamics.
Environmental report card show state lawmakers could try harder
Q: Why are sponsorships given points if they don't guarantee votes on the floor?
Sponsorship signals momentum and helps demonstrate to leadership that a bill has potential support, even though sponsorship alone doesn't guarantee passage; it's part of a broader picture including votes and advocacy.
Environmental report card show state lawmakers could try harder
Q: How do you grade the legislative session and its impact on the environment?
We assess multiple dimensions, including big climate laws, funding, and how much progress was made on priority bills, while noting that some measures moved forward and others faced setbacks.
Super PAC to the rescue!
Q: From your perspective, what is the primary value of a Super PAC in a statewide race against a well-funded incumbent?
The primary value is to close the fundraising and name-ID gap so the candidate has a real chance to win, with a coordinated mix of paid, earned, and digital media that reinforces a consistent message across diverse regions.
Senate GOP hope to hold the line (and grow)
Q: So where do you see as the first bites in something like this? Are there particular races that you have in mind, say, in 2026?
He points to gains made in 2024, including holding incumbents and flipping a blue-leaning Brooklyn seat, and outlines interest in upstate opportunities and targeted districts where quality-of-life issues resonate with voters.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dispatches from Planet Albany

What is Dispatches from Planet Albany about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A sharp, insider-focused look at New York state politics, policy, and power dynamics. Episodes center on lobbying strategies, legislative maneuvering, budget timing, protest tactics, and the personalities shaping Albany's agenda, with guests ranging from seasoned lobbyists and advocates to Assembly members, party officials, and reporters. The show consistently surfaces practical behind-the-scenes insight on how bills move, how campaigns are run, and how leadership decisions ripple through state government, often through candid, unvarnished conversations that feel like a Capitol hallway briefing turned into dialogue. A standout quality is its willingness to host a wide spectrum of viewpoints—from influential strategists to activist leaders—y... more

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2. George Borrello
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4. Mike Gianaris
5. Ed Ra
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7. Shelley Mayer
8. Katie Neer

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