
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
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 200 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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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.
Zohran Mamdani-endorsed candidates won three Congressional races in New York City, creating a stir throughou... more
Peter Guidarelli, a GOP political strategist and former Schenectady County Legislative Chairman along with Jason Palmer, Founder of Together! and former Democratic Presidential candidate, join Tom Eschen to discuss Tuesday's primary election results more
Blair Horner provides his perspective on this year's legislative session, discussing Governor Hochul's approach to the budget process, the legislature's power, the bills that passed (redistricting), the ones that didn't (lobbying), and Zohran Mamdani... more
Blake Gendebien and Stuart Amoriell are competing in the New York 21st Congressional District Democratic Primary, and debated at the CBS6 studios prior to the election. The moderator is CBS6's Tom Eschen.
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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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