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’New York NOW’ is New York State’s Emmy Award-winning, in-depth public affairs program, featuring news, interviews and analysis from the Capitol in Albany. Each week, ’New York NOW’ probes politicians, civil servants, journalists and others to examine the impact of public policy on residents of the Empire State.

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We unpack the race for New York 20th Congressional District Representative between longtime Rep. Paul Tonko and Republican Challenger Ralph Ambrosio. The NY-20 Congressional Candidates will meeting for a LIVE televised debate on October 15th at the W... more

Murad Awawdeh, president of the New York Immigration Coalition, joins us to unpack ICE harassment and immigration policies signed into law earlier this year that could have an impact. In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we examine what discriminatio... more

Assembly Member John McDonald (D - Parts of Albany, Rensselaer and Saratoga Counties) joins us to unpack a bill that would help the state navigate the elimination of pennies and another bill prohibiting the sale of nitrous oxide. The lack of affordab... more

New York is one of eleven states in the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, RGGI. Jon Binder, executive director of the Model Climate Laws Initiative, joins us to unpack the impact of the program and the latest updates. About 8 million New York house... more

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Recent Guests

Jon Binder
Speaker from Model Climate Laws Initiative
Model Climate Laws Initiative (Environmental Advocates New York and Columbia Law School)
Episode: Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative & Unpacking Utility Rebate Checks
Elise Klein
Correspondent reporting the climate segment for New York NOW
New York NOW / WNET
Episode: Democratic Campaign Finance and Climate Change in NYS
Jacqueline Franchetti
Mother of Kyra Franchetti, advocate for Kyra's Law
Kyra's Law advocate, public speaker
Episode: What Kyra’s Law Could Change in New York
Meghan Margaret
Survivor sharing experience with abuse and system failures
Public testimonial
Episode: What Kyra’s Law Could Change in New York
Andrew Hevesi
Assemblymember, sponsor of Kyra's Law
New York State Assembly
Episode: What Kyra’s Law Could Change in New York
Nick Reisman
Journalist, Politico reporter
Politico
Episode: What Kyra’s Law Could Change in New York
David Lombardo
Reporter, WCNY
WCNY
Episode: What Kyra’s Law Could Change in New York
Barbara Guinn
Commissioner, New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance
New York State OTDA
Episode: SNAP Fraud & New York’s Cannabis Industry
Rory Christian
Chair and CEO of the New York State Public Service Commission
New York State Public Service Commission
Episode: Social Media Security in the State

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Shantel Destra
Host with multiple affiliations including New York NOW and various state-focused programs; involved in public affairs programming.
Chantelle Destra
Host of New York NOW and related public affairs programming; frequently cited as a central presenter.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
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    I always truly appreciate the excellence and balance of the journalism in this show. It is one of the best.

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Explains policy implications clearly with actionable insights for stakeholders.
Extremely informative and balanced journalism; highly credible.
Engaging guests and thorough coverage of state politics and policy.
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Social Media Security in the State
Q: How would the 72-hour compliance window work in practice, and what enforcement tools exist if platforms stall?
The bill requires timely production of information with potential court action if a platform stalls, including contempt and possible penalties, though the exact mechanics depend on judicial review and the particular warrant.
Social Media Security in the State
Q: What was the impetus for this legislation addressing social media warrants and First/Fourth Amendment concerns?
The impetus came from a real-world tragedy where a delay in delivering a warrant information allowed a drug case to worsen; the aim is to create a timely, compliant process that protects public safety while respecting constitutional boundaries.
How New York Is Expanding Free College Opportunities
Q: How will SUNY expand SUNY Reconnect to include bachelor's degree granting universities, and what does that mean for adult learners?
Expanding to include bachelor-granting campuses allows students to pursue broader degree options at no cost through Reconnect, expanding access across more geographies and disciplines, including nursing and cyber security.
How New York Is Expanding Free College Opportunities
Q: Chancellor, can you tell us about the program's impact one year since its implementation?
The program has already demonstrated life-changing outcomes for students, with thousands enrolling and improvements in community college enrollment; the next steps involve expanding awareness, increasing capacity, and extending the model to additional campuses.
NY's Climate Law Update
Q: How has your identity and milestone impacted the way you approached legislating and representing your constituents?
Glick reflects on the progress since 1990, noting how protections for civil rights evolved, shaped her motivations around reproductive rights, and underscoring the ongoing need to shield LGBTQ+ communities from discrimination while pursuing broader equality.

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Frequently Asked Questions About New York NOW

What is New York NOW about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show offers in-depth public affairs coverage focused on New York state policy, governance, and politics. Episodes routinely explore state initiatives, budget dynamics, regulatory changes, and the practical impact of legislation on residents, with interviews from agency leaders, lawmakers, and journalists. A hallmark is timely, issue-driven reporting that threads together policy analysis, data, and real-world consequences across health, housing, energy, education, and public safety, often featuring multiple voices to illuminate trade-offs and implementation challenges. Noteworthy is the strong emphasis on state-level administration and accountability, plus a willingness to tackle controversial reforms and funding debates that shape ever... more

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2. Elise Klein
3. Jacqueline Franchetti
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5. Andrew Hevesi
6. Nick Reisman
7. David Lombardo
8. Barbara Guinn

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