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The Capitol Pressroom

WCNY
New York
New York City
Albany
New York State
Medicaid
New York State Assembly
Mental Health
Artificial Intelligence
Kathy Hochul
Albany, United States
Foster Care
New York State Government
Capitol Pressroom
Lobbying
SUNY
New York State Legislature
Equal Rights Amendment
Paraquat
Democratic Socialists Of America
World Cup

Podcast by WCNY

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Latest Episodes

Aug. 27, 2026 - We unpack a legislative effort to regulate the practice of listing properties for sale in exclusive marketplaces. Our guest is Mike Kelly, vice president and chief lobbyist for the New York State Association of REALTORS.

Aug. 27, 2026 - New York State Sheriffs' Association Executive Director Peter Kehoe discusses a controversial law restricting formal collaboration between police departments and federal immigration officials. He also explains why more than a dozen sh... more

Aug. 27, 2026 - State environmental officials could soon gain the authority to issue deer management permits across northern New York. We discuss the issue with Brian Bird, field operations coordinator for Backcountry Hunters & Anglers.

Aug. 27, 2026 - We explore two bills designed to smooth out the licensure process for aspiring social workers. Our guest is Todd Karlin, chief program officer at Astor Services.

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Recent Guests

Nathaniel Hezekiah III
Presumptive next representative for the 32nd Assembly District, Southeast Queens
New York State Assembly candidate
Episode: Heading to Albany: Gun violence shapes new member's outlook
Liz Krueger
State Senator, Manhattan Democrat
New York State Senate
Episode: Dispatches: A stroke can't stop Liz Krueger the 'anarchist'
Saritha Komatireddy
GOP nominee for New York State Attorney General, former federal prosecutor
Republican candidate
Episode: GOP AG candidate builds campaign around fighting crime
Dean McGee
Civil rights attorney with the Pacific Legal Foundation
Pacific Legal Foundation
Episode: Updating the process of recouping legal fees
Daniel Schwarz
Senior Privacy and Technology Strategist at the New York Civil Liberties Union
New York Civil Liberties Union
Episode: Ensuring internet connectivity in homeless shelters
Milton Perez
Member Leader of Vocal-NY's Homelessness Union
Vocal-NY
Episode: Ensuring internet connectivity in homeless shelters
Sam Mellins
Senior Reporter for New York Focus
New York Focus
Episode: Nursing home chain fails to meet legal settlement expectations
Bobby Carroll
Brooklyn Democrat, Assemblymember and sponsor of the repairability bill
New York Assembly
Episode: Disclosing the 'repairability' of new electronics
Oliver Barie
Government Relations Director for the National Association Against iGaming
National Association Against iGaming
Episode: Online casinos could be next frontier in gambling

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David Lombardo
Host of The Capitol Pressroom

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 89 ratings
  • On the Fence

    Well-informed, lively conversations, and a worthwhile listening experience. The host, however, on a number of subjects, acts not like a devil’s advocate, but an irritant, inserting marginally helpful asides to counter his guest’s views. These (non) bon mots are not needed and — far from keeping the guests on their toes — serve only to keep the conversation from coming to a satisfying conclusion, while David Lombardo acts as a smug gadfly: too many gotcha moments, as if he is cleverly trying to o... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    AppleiTunes27
    United States3 months ago
  • Fabulous Resource for How Policy Works

    I used to only listen to this show on the radio and I was so excited when I found the podcast. This show has people who do the work, with varying viewpoints, talk about how policies will actually work. The host is a great interviewer and really guides his guests to break down the wonk. If you want to be an educated voter and citizen in New York, check this out!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    srbuffalo
    United States2 years ago
  • One of the Best Ways to Follow Albany’s Good, Bad, & Ugly

    Very informative interviews on all/most of the issues being considered for the state.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thank you, Drive thru
    United States3 years ago
  • Fabulous & Informative

    Content is excellent. I always get important information with every episode…that I have not heard anywhere else. NYS government is truly taking steps to improve our state. From recycling to filing tax returns. Well worth the listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Callap
    United States3 years ago
  • Wonderful NY reporting

    Unique stories delivered with honest inquiry. Loved the municipal broadband and I hope you follow up. also keen to know more on the chips coverage. Great work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mr. Nut
    United States3 years ago

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Audience appreciates in-depth policy breakdowns and practical insights.
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Nursing home chain fails to meet legal settlement expectations
Q: What is the status of the independent monitors and enforcement actions going forward?
There were two monitors—the financial and the health monitor—with the health monitor ceasing operations recently while the financial monitor remains in place to oversee how settlement funds are spent.
Nursing home chain fails to meet legal settlement expectations
Q: What elements of the settlement have been implemented so far, and what parts might still be in progress?
The settlement requires increased staffing, independent oversight, and specific care standards; while three of the four homes appear to be nearing compliance, full alignment with the staffing and monitoring requirements remains incomplete, and some monitors have wrapped up.
Nursing home chain fails to meet legal settlement expectations
Q: Tell me about Centers Health Care's footprint in New York and what drew the AG's office to sue them.
Centers Health Care operates about three dozen nursing homes across the state, with the lawsuit focusing on four facilities in New York City and Buffalo that were required to meet stricter standards of care under a 2024 settlement.
New York poised to expand teen mental health first aid training
Q: What does teen mental health first aid look like in practice?
It's a peer-to-peer program where teens talk to friends about what they're experiencing, identify safe adults or counselors, and know how to connect someone in crisis with immediate help, rather than acting as clinicians themselves.
Governor Hochul wants to cut red tape in state government
Q: What is the timeline for your work and when do you expect to start seeing tangible red-tape reductions?
She notes an impatient governor driving quick wins, with an October agency submission window, ongoing vetting, and announcements in the coming weeks and months, plus public input via a portal.

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1. Nathaniel Hezekiah III
2. Liz Krueger
3. Saritha Komatireddy
4. Dean McGee
5. Daniel Schwarz
6. Milton Perez
7. Sam Mellins
8. Bobby Carroll

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