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Latest Episodes

March 13, 2026- State Senate Education Committee Chair Shelley Mayer, a Westchester County Democrat, discusses funding for schools, access to pre-k, immigration reform, and the future of the Senate Democratic leadership.

March 13, 2026- Mental Health Association in New York State CEO Glenn Liebman makes the case for investing in a statewide expansion of teen mental health first aid training.

March 13, 2026- We sit down with Zoe Jacobs, who is tasked with leading Gov. Kathy Hochul's effort to cut red tape in state government. The campaign is currently soliciting input from the public.

March 13, 2026- We get to know Eleonore Fournier-Tombs, the state's chief AI officer. We discuss her background, coordinating with state agencies and opportunities to use artificial intelligence.

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Recent Guests

Yeruchim Silber
Director of New York Government Relations for Agudath Israel of America
Agudath Israel of America
Episode: Debate over public support for private special education service
Winston Berkman-Breen
Legal Director for Protect Borrowers
Protect Borrowers
Episode: State prepares to regulate 'buy now, pay later' lenders
Didi Barrett
Assembly Energy Committee Chair, Hudson Valley Democrat
New York State Assembly
Episode: Upstate Assembly Dems target energy bill relief
John McDonald
Assemblymember, Capital Region Democrat
New York State Assembly
Episode: Upstate Assembly Dems target energy bill relief
Melinda Person
NYCET President
New York City Employees' Union (NYCET)
Episode: Unions promote costly pension sweetener for teacher recruitment
Michael Mulgrew
UFT President
United Federation of Teachers (UFT)
Episode: Unions promote costly pension sweetener for teacher recruitment
Randy Wolken
President and CEO of Macny, the Manufacturers Association
Macny
Episode: Energy and tariff ambiguity face NY manufacturing
Lindsay Miller
Executive Director of the New York Association on Independent Living
New York Association on Independent Living
Episode: Hochul's budget undercuts independent living initiatives
Tyler Whitney
President and CEO of Southern Adirondack Independent Living
Southern Adirondack Independent Living
Episode: Hochul's budget undercuts independent living initiatives

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Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 84 ratings
  • 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 Statesa year 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 States2 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 States2 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 States2 years ago
  • Stay informed about NY State politics

    This is a great show that helps me be informed about NY State current events. I often learn about issues on the podcast that I otherwise don’t hear about, and the host asks great questions—plays devil’s advocate, but in a friendly way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emily in Ithaca
    United States3 years ago

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Shows depth and practical takeaways on policy work and governance.
Consistent content that keeps Albany news and policy accessible.
High quality reporting with accessible wonk-friendly explanations.
Guest list and questioning style help listeners understand how policy works.
Listener notes strong host questioning and coverage of NY state issues.

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Hochul's budget undercuts independent living initiatives
Q: Why is the Access to Home program important, and what would a cut mean in practice?
The program enables modest home modifications like grab bars and ramps to help people stay in their homes and age in place; cutting it to $1 million would limit the number of projects and force people into more costly institutional care.
Hochul's budget undercuts independent living initiatives
Q: What are the core funding asks for independent living centers this year?
The core asks are restoring funding to previously cut lines, maintaining base funding around the $16 million level for IL centers, and seeking a $25 million statewide base to increase capacity and reach, especially in rural areas.
Senator Salazar discusses NY prison landscape
Q: How do you view the role of heat mitigation investments (like misting fans and air conditioning) in prisons, and will funding for these projects appear in the upcoming budgets?
Heat mitigation is a critical infrastructure need; I expect funding to be included in the Senate one-house budget resolutions as a priority, recognizing the aging facilities and the impact on both inmates and staff.
Senator Salazar discusses NY prison landscape
Q: What are the next steps for reform beyond the Omnibus Reform Bill, and how do they interact with efforts like the Care Act and Second Look Act?
Progress has been made with the Omnibus Reform Bill and bills like the Care Act and Second Look Act, but there is still work to do to ensure adequate funding, housing, and pathways to earlier release that reduce recidivism while keeping communities safe.
Senator Salazar discusses NY prison landscape
Q: But this year's budget proposal doesn't appear to continue that same level of funding for the correctional oversight body; is this standard budget gamesmanship or a real signal about intent to diminish funding?
The short answer is that we need to fully fund and restore funding to the Correctional Association in the final budget, and I am confident it will be more than $3 million restored because they are essential for oversight and accountability.

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The show consistently covers New York State policy, governance, and budgeting, with deep dives into education, energy, health, infrastructure, and regulatory issues. Episodes feature lawmakers, agency leaders, advocates, and industry experts who unpack how proposals become policy and who they affect, often highlighting practical implementation details and budgetary trade-offs. A notable strength is the ability to connect complex reforms to real-world impacts for families, workers, and local communities, making it valuable for listeners who want to understand state government dynamics and policy consequences.

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