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A Murrow Award winning podcast that brings you inside the issues impacting our communities. Every week, Tom Eschen sits down with local leaders and power brokers for a frank, sometimes blunt, conversation about the current political environment and how their decisions and stances shape and alter all of our lives. Whether it’s your tax bill, public safety, schools, immigration, or healthcare – poli... more

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New York State Democratic Committee Chair Jay Jacobs joined Power & Politics this week, providing his reaction to the 2026 Primary Election.

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Bob Ward
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Episode: Bob Ward, former Deputy New York State Comptroller and an Albany resident on Albany Budget Deficit, May 26th, 2026
Meghan Keegan
Ninth Ward Council Member; Chair of the Finance, Taxation and Assessment Committee
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Episode: Meghan Keegan, Chair of the City of Albany Common Council Finance, Taxation & Assessment Committee, provides update on Albany's budget, May 22nd, 2026
Mark Greenblatt
Former Inspector General at the federal level, Department of the Interior
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Episode: Former U.S. IG Mark Mark Greenblatt on impact of Minnesota's IG addition, oversight, Epstein Files audit, May 18th, 2026
Kristen Gonzalez
New York State Senator
New York State Senate
Episode: NYS Senator Kristen Gonzalez (D-Queens) and John Thickstun, Assistant Professor at Cornell University, on Artificial Intelligence, May 15th, 2026
John Thickstun
Assistant Professor of Computer Science at Cornell University
Cornell University
Episode: NYS Senator Kristen Gonzalez (D-Queens) and John Thickstun, Assistant Professor at Cornell University, on Artificial Intelligence, May 15th, 2026
James McDonald
New York State Health Commissioner
New York State Department of Health
Episode: Bonus: Lara Bryn discusses Hantavirus with NYS Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald
Lara Blume McGee
Survivor of Jeffrey Epstein sex trafficking ring
Survivor advocacy
Episode: Lara Blume McGee, Jeffrey Epstein Sex Trafficking Ring Survivor, and Jordan Merson, Representing Jeffrey Epstein Sex Trafficking Ring Survivors, May 8th, 2026
Jordan Merson
Attorney representing Epstein sex trafficking survivors
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Episode: Lara Blume McGee, Jeffrey Epstein Sex Trafficking Ring Survivor, and Jordan Merson, Representing Jeffrey Epstein Sex Trafficking Ring Survivors, May 8th, 2026
Jeremy Cooney
State Senator, Democrat from Rochester area
New York State Senate
Episode: NYS Sen. Jeremy Cooney (D) and NYS Asm. Phil Palmesano (R-Corning), May 1st, 2026

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Tom Eschen
Host of Power & Politics

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Dr. Dorcey Applyrs, Mayor of the City of Albany provides update on budget, June 1st, 2026
Q: Do you know how much the Tier 6 changes will cost the city once fully figured out?
Our budget team is analyzing the data and will provide a figure soon; we expect local municipalities like Albany to bear some responsibility, but a precise number isn't available yet.
Dr. Dorcey Applyrs, Mayor of the City of Albany provides update on budget, June 1st, 2026
Q: Can you answer that now for us about the three-year forecast for certain revenues like speed cameras and the three-year average?
We are looking at the three-year average for items that showed over-projections to get a more accurate picture, and we will adjust projections accordingly as we finalize the 2027 budget.
Drew Warshaw, Democratic Candidate for NYS Comptroller, March 27th, 2026
Q: How do you view the role of auditing in the climate and energy arena, including fossil fuels and the Public Service Commission?
Auditing is essential to verify compliance with climate-related laws and to ensure divestment from fossil fuels when fiduciary duty calls for it; the office should scrutinize the PSC and public utilities to ensure costs are controlled and policies are implemented.
Drew Warshaw, Democratic Candidate for NYS Comptroller, March 27th, 2026
Q: What changes would you make to the pension fund management beyond housing, specifically regarding diversification and fees?
I would fire the 664 Wall Street bankers who have underperformed for 19 years, diversify into lower-cost index funds, and reduce fees to improve net returns for taxpayers and public employees.
Drew Warshaw, Democratic Candidate for NYS Comptroller, March 27th, 2026
Q: You're in the Capitol today making an announcement about an affordable housing fund. What was that for and how does that fit into your broader campaign platform?
The plan is to create a $20 billion housing fund sourced from the Public Pension Fund to build and preserve affordable homes across New York, addressing the affordability crisis with a statewide focus rather than a city-centric approach.

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A regional political talk show that brings on local leaders, policymakers, and commentary from city, state, and district levels to unpack issues affecting communities—ranging from public safety and budgets to immigration and healthcare. Episodes tend to center on governance, policy tradeoffs, and practical impacts on residents, with candid discussions about budgets, legislation, and real-world outcomes. Noteworthy is the mix of elected officials, budget analysts, and subject-matter experts offering clear takes and actionable context for listeners navigating local politics and policy changes. The format often includes timely reads and practical reflections on how decisions translate into everyday life for constituents, small business owners,... more

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