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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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Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a "general agreement" for the state's FY27 budget. However, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie told reporters there was no deal. We dive into the latest developments on negotiations and where things stand with the remaining bud... more

Longtime New York State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli is facing primary challengers for the first time in almost two decades, David Lombardo, of WCNY's The Capitol Pressroom, and Dan Clark, of the Times Union, dive into the dynamics of the race and positi... more

With the state budget still delayed, Gov. Kathy Hochul's controversial auto insurance proposal is one of the major sticking points in negotiations. Streetsblog NYC's Austin Jefferson joins us to discuss the governor's proposal, the lobbying efforts b... more

In the latest budget development, Gov. Kathy Hochul has proposed a property tax on New York City homes worth more than $5 million that serve as a secondary properties for out of town owners. David Lombardo, of WCNY's the Capitol Pressroom, and POLITI... more

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Recent Guests

Dan Clark
Journalist, The Times Union
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Episode: NYS Comptroller's Race + Fresh Communities Act
Will Barclay
Assemblymember and former Minority Leader
New York State Assembly Republican Conference
Episode: Climate Law Goals + Republican's Complex Position in Albany
Michael Gianaris
State Senate Deputy Majority Leader, guest on the episode
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Episode: After 30 Years in Albany, Senator Gianaris Says It’s Time
Dorcey Applyrs
Mayor of Albany
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Episode: New York's Budget Battle and a Historic First in Albany
Kate Lisa
Reporter, City and State New York
City and State New York
Episode: Legislature's One-House Budgets + Health Care State Budget Funding
Samuel King
Reporter, WXXI and the New York Public News Network
WXXI / NYPN
Episode: Legislature's One-House Budgets + Health Care State Budget Funding
Gustavo Rivera
State Senator, Chair of the Senate Health Committee
New York State Senate
Episode: Legislature's One-House Budgets + Health Care State Budget Funding
Bill Gettman
CEO of Northern Rivers Family of Services
Northern Rivers Family of Services
Episode: Albany at a Crossroads: COLA, ICE & $400M
Pat Fahy
State Senator representing the 46th State Senate District
New York State Senate
Episode: Albany at a Crossroads: COLA, ICE & $400M

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Shantel Destra
Host of New York NOW
Elise Klein
Host of New York NOW and Correspondent for New York NOW

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 17 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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Extremely informative; I appreciate the balance of journalism and policy context.
The interviews provide practical insights into NY policy impacts.
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Climate Law Goals + Republican's Complex Position in Albany
Q: What changes is Governor Hochul signaling for the budget to address climate costs and reliability in the long run?
She aims to extend timelines, adjust how emissions are counted, and potentially modify the underlying law to reduce long-term costs, while facing opposition from environmental groups who argue for stronger implementation.
Climate Law Goals + Republican's Complex Position in Albany
Q: Can you walk us through what's at stake with the Public Service Commission's approach to the electric sector goals and what their powers are?
The PSC can consider factors like reliability and cost, but their actions depend on petitions and formal steps; the current inquiry is informal and represents potential changes, not a formal policy shift yet.
After 30 Years in Albany, Senator Gianaris Says It’s Time
Q: What prompted your decision to step away from the state legislature after three decades?
Family considerations—balancing caregiving responsibilities and long-term planning for children and aging relatives—along with the desire to pass the baton to the next generation.
New York's Budget Battle and a Historic First in Albany
Q: Of course. And you are the first black leader to be elected to serve as the city of Albany's mayor. So what does that milestone mean to you, and how does it impact the way that you approach leadership?
The mayor explained that she is processing the milestone while emphasizing perseverance, authenticity, and using her experiences to push for housing, community development, and inclusive leadership that serves all residents.
Albany at a Crossroads: COLA, ICE & $400M
Q: So what do you think of that timeline?
We need to speed it up and cannot wait four years for implementation.

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Policy-focused and data-driven, this program covers New York state government, budgets, education, healthcare, housing, and social services with a steady cadence of interviews with lawmakers, agency leaders, and advocates. Recent topics include SUNY funding and enrollment, state budget negotiations, affordability and childcare, food security, immigration policy, and public safety measures, all framed around how these issues affect residents across the state. The show tends to feature policymakers and frontline representatives, delivering practical insights into how legislative decisions translate into real-world outcomes. A notable strength is its ability to host a range of perspectives—from budget directors and university leaders to advoca... more

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7. Gustavo Rivera
8. Bill Gettman

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