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Latest Episodes

April 6, 2026- Assemblymember Al Stirpe, a Syracuse-area Democrat, talks about updating the alcohol laws in the Empire State, including rules governing licensing and where drinks can be sold.

April 6, 2026- We explore the state of New York's psychiatric care system for children with severe mental health needs. Our guest is Northern Rivers Family of Services CEO Bill Gettman.

April 6, 2026- New York Conference of Mayors Executive Director Barbara Van Epps makes the case for increasing state support for municipalities and responds to a campaign to sweeten pensions for public employees.

April 6, 2026- We explore how the governor's budget proposal might impact New Yorker's with disabilities with Michael Seereiter, president and CEO of the New York Alliance for Inclusion and Innovation.

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Recent Guests

Marc Molinaro
Former state assembly member and congressman who ran for state assembly again, previously in Trump administration
Republican, former County Executive of Dutchess County
Episode: Marc Molinaro plots Assembly comeback
Steve Raga
Assemblymember, Queens Democrat
New York State Assembly
Episode: Online payday lenders look to skirt New York restrictions
Katy Lasell
Statewide campaigns coordinator for the New Economy Project
New Economy Project
Episode: Online payday lenders look to skirt New York restrictions
Michael Benenati
Vice Chairman of the Rural Ambulance Services Task Force; Ulster County EMS Coordinator
Rural Ambulance Services Task Force / Ulster County EMS
Episode: The path to more reliable rural emergency medical services
Aidan O'Connor
Task Force member; Executive Director of the Greenport Rescue Squad
Greenport Rescue Squad
Episode: The path to more reliable rural emergency medical services
Adam Scott Wandt
Associate professor of public policy
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
Episode: State gives up social media disclosure rule for gun permits
David Frank
Assistant Commissioner at the State Education Department
New York State Education Department
Episode: New York prepares to celebrate country's 250th birthday
Lisa Newcomb
Executive Director of the Empire State Association of Assisted Living
Empire State Association of Assisted Living
Episode: Specialized dementia care out of reach for most New Yorkers
Jeff Buell
Principal with Sequence Development
Sequence Development
Episode: Realizing the transition from office space to housing

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Dave
Host of The Capitol Pressroom
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Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 86 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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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Environmentalists oppose Hochul roll back of climate law
Q: What is wrong with the flexibility and cost narrative around the climate law, from your perspective?
Moran argues that the narrative is misleading and that the climate policy is essential for long-term savings and grid reliability, emphasizing that delays and rollbacks undermine energy affordability and investment in renewables.
Online payday lenders look to skirt New York restrictions
Q: What sort of activities are you looking to police better?
We're aiming to close gaps where apps redefine their service to avoid calling it a loan, thereby skirting the law, and to ensure that any cost to borrowers is included in the interest calculation.
New York prepares to celebrate country's 250th birthday
Q: And where do things stand with that, broadly speaking?
Funds have been allocated and are being distributed through counties and cultural partners, with ongoing efforts to finalize distribution and begin implementing exhibits, partnerships, and local commemorations across the state.
New York prepares to celebrate country's 250th birthday
Q: Well, let's start with resources that are available. What sort of funding has the state made available and is flowing through this commission?
The bill allocates $5 million, split between New York State Parks and the New York State Education Department, with $2.5 million going to the Education Department for three strategies, including History in Our Backyard, expanding PBS programming, and partnerships with indigenous nations to reimagine historical markers.
State gives up social media disclosure rule for gun permits
Q: What could the legislature do to address these issues going forward?
They could repeal the problematic language or establish a uniform, minimal standard for investigations into online activity, plus stronger legislative notes to guide enforcement while respecting civil liberties.

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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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The Capitol Pressroom launched 13 years ago and published 584 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Capitol Pressroom include:

1. Marc Molinaro
2. Steve Raga
3. Katy Lasell
4. Michael Benenati
5. Aidan O'Connor
6. Adam Scott Wandt
7. David Frank
8. Lisa Newcomb

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