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The People's Republic of Astoria

Tim Donovan
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
Democratic Socialists Of America
Zohran Mamdani
Astoria
Queens
Mutual Aid
Tiffany Cabán
Joe Crowley
New York City
Amazon HQ2 (HQ2 NYC)
Grassroots Politics
Jimmy Van Bramer
Elizabeth Warren
Bernie Sanders
Astoria, New York, United States
Food Pantry
Ranked Choice Voting

In 2018, ten strangers met in Astoria Park. Just seven years later, they’d elect the mayor. This is the story of a movement — from the inside.

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When Asad Dandia was just 19 years old, he was spied on by undercover agents of the NYPD. By 2025, he’s an advisor to Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral campaign. And in Astoria, Queens, a grassroots movement is having its coming out party. This is the series ... more

What does it take to win an election? And how much would you be willing to give? In June of 2025, Tim found out. This is the story of an election — told from the inside.

This is the story of Zohran Mamdani’s 2020 State Assembly run. But it’s really about the way that people come together — when everything around them is falling apart.

With the second half of "The People's Republic of Astoria" set to launch next month, we've re-imagined our original Trailer as a "listener's guide" to the series.

If you're new here, this bonus content is an easy introduction to the key voices you'l... more

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Daisy LaRome
Campaign volunteer who appears to be a field-related organizer referenced in the episode
Zohran Mamdani campaign
Episode: Chapter 05: Twenty-Six Hours
Helen Ho
Volunteer and staging location organizer mentioned in the episode
Zohran Mamdani campaign
Episode: Chapter 05: Twenty-Six Hours
Magdalena Miranda
Field lead and organizer described in the episode
Zohran Mamdani campaign
Episode: Chapter 05: Twenty-Six Hours
Eric Thor
Activist and organizer in Astoria
DSA/Astoria community groups
Episode: Chapter 04: Four Hundred Pounds
Tiffany Cabán
Public defender who ran for Queens District Attorney in 2019
Queens, Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) endorsement, campaign for DA
Episode: Chapter 03: Fifty-Five Votes
Luke Hayes
Campaign organizer who helped run the Cabán campaign
DSA-backed campaign team
Episode: Chapter 03: Fifty-Five Votes
Jimmy Van Bramer
Former New York City Council member from Astoria
New York City Council
Episode: Chapter 02: Twenty Years Apart
Shawna Morlock
Activist and canvasser featured in the early campaign
DSA Queens; local canvassing activist
Episode: Chapter 01: Ten Perfect Strangers
Magdalena Moranda
Volunteer and field lead in Zohran Mamdani campaign
Zohran Mamdani campaign; NYC DSA
Episode: Chapter 01: Ten Perfect Strangers

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Tim Donovan
Host, narrator and producer of the show

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • 5 stars

    A favorite of Mike D’s

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MikeZakarian
    United States2 months ago
  • Excited to hear the rest

    I’ve lived in Astoria for a long time & I love to learn more about it. It’s nice to hear perspectives from people who have worked on these campaigns and knowing what I do about the evolution of the political community in the neighborhood, I am excited to hear more inside stories. Also love the tag line - “not a manifesto, a neighborhood” - would make a cool tshirt!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    al577
    United States8 months ago
  • Fantastic!

    A fantastic podcast that I am so excited to see continue to shine light and love on Astoria! Wonderfully produced and narrated. Queens needs more love and this podcast definitely provides.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sunny_Annie
    United States8 months ago

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High-quality storytelling with strong on-the-ground reporting from campaign volunteers.
Narration and production feel polished and engaging, with clear appreciation for local culture and community.
A vivid, neighborhood-focused perspective that makes politics feel personal and urgent.

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A candid, ground-level look at neighborhood organizing and progressive campaigns in Queens, focusing on door-to-door canvassing, mutual-aid networks, and the human moments behind political change. Episodes thread personal narratives with tactical insights—from early volunteer efforts to electoral upsets and recounts—highlighting how community-driven infrastructure reshapes local politics. A distinctive thread runs through the series: intimate, cross-cultural connections and the energy of volunteers turning everyday gestures into a broader movement.

Overall, the show stands out for its long-form storytelling that blends memoir, tactical canvassing details, and real-world impact, offering a vivid portrait of grassroots politics in a major Ne... more

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