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You Decide with Errol Louis

Spectrum News NY1
New York City
Zohran Mamdani
Affordable Housing
Eric Adams
Andrew Cuomo
Donald Trump
Public Safety
Democratic Party
New York Politics
Bella Abzug
John Lindsay
Congestion Pricing
NYPD
Kathy Hochul
Mario Cuomo
Kamala Harris
Democratic Socialists Of America
Homelessness
Working Families Party
Bernhard Goetz

NY1's Errol Louis has been interviewing powerful politicians and cultural icons for years, but it's when the TV cameras are turned off that things really get interesting. From career highlights, to personal moments, to stories that have never been told, join Errol each week for intimate conversations with the people who are shaping the future of New York and beyond. Listen to "You Decide with Erro... more

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In the second installment of NY1's exclusive series "Out of Office with the Mayor," Mayor Zohran Mamdani rode the Staten Island Ferry with NY1 political anchor Errol Louis to the only borough he lost on Election Day. They discussed Pete Davidson's do... more

Jeff Coltin is editor-in-chief of City & State NY, recently returning to the magazine and news site where he spent a decade building his career covering New York politics. The magazine is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a special edition examin... more

Sam Roberts is a longtime New York urban affairs journalist and an obituary writer for The New York Times. His new book, "Are They Dead Yet? The Art of the Obit" chronicles the craft of writing obituaries and the stories behind them.

Roberts joined... more

Hundreds of judges sit on the bench in New York City, deciding the fate of criminal defendants. But how did they get their jobs in the first place? It's a surprisingly complicated question that NY1 investigative reporter Courtney Gross explores in he... more

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Jeff Colton
Editor-in-chief of City & State
City & State
Episode: Mamdani, the midterm elections and New York's race for governor
Sam Roberts
Obituaries writer and journalist
The New York Times
Episode: About 150,000 people die every day. He picks 3 to 4 to be remembered
Courtney Gross
NY1 investigative reporter featured discussing Building the Bench
NY1
Episode: Why you've never heard of the judges on your ballot
Bruce Blakeman
Nassau County Executive and Republican candidate for Governor of New York
New York politics / Nassau County
Episode: Why Bruce Blakeman thinks New York needs a Republican governor
Pat Kiernan
Long-time Morning Zone 1 anchor, now hosts Morning People podcast
New York 1
Episode: They covered 9/11, and what they saw will never leave them
Cheryl Wills
Emmy Award-winning journalist, Morning Anchor
New York One
Episode: They covered 9/11, and what they saw will never leave them
Tim Boyum
Political anchor for Spectrum News 1 North Carolina, host of Capital Tonight
Spectrum News 1 North Carolina
Episode: Why young Americans are giving up on the American dream
Maggie Haberman
White House correspondent for The New York Times; author and co-author of Regime Change
The New York Times; Simon & Schuster (Regime Change)
Episode: Inside the Trump White House: Maggie Haberman tells all
Julie Menin
Speaker of the New York City Council
New York City Council
Episode: Inside the life of City Council Speaker Julie Menin

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Errol Louis
NY1/ Spectrum News NY1 journalist and host focusing on New York City politics.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 193 ratings
  • Errol is top class

    It’s so great to have somebody like Errol Louis in the city to report and dissect the politics and everything else that comes with it. He’s been exceptional over this mayoral election cycle and Inside City Hall is an essential watch. As is this podcast!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Juan Jose El Niño
    United Statesa year ago
  • Intimate like radio, with a living library all wrapped up into one.

    There are few broadcasts where preoccupation with image and dynamic sets take a back seat to adult conversations. Errol Louis leads fascinating conversations, not only because he aims at the root of NY, but because he IS, NY. He knows the history, the characters and their stories. The narrative makes itself. You wanna really (really) know what’s going on in NYC, the world? Don’t just watch the news, hear what the people shaping that news are sharing with Errol Louis.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LuluInTheHeights
    United States2 years ago
  • One-Sided Reporting

    I just listened to Errol’s interview with Peter Beinart. A good reporter doesn’t let his own personal views get in the way of accurate coverage. Beinart’s view of the Israel Hamas War is very most certainly one-sided. But, Errol has once again failed to interview a second pundit with a contrasting point of view. He openly supported Beinart’s claims instead. This leaves the listener with only one side of the story.

    Errol did the same thing when he interviewed Henry Garrido of DC37 about New Yor... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    swingin_splanky
    United States2 years ago
  • Errol Louis for Mayor!

    Please.

    Great interviews and discussions led by Mr. Louis, who clearly has a great love for New York and a deep respect for his listeners.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Flipponzel McSnazzle
    United States2 years ago
  • Excellent interview with Ruth Ben Ghiat

    Very sharp and insightful interview!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Queens listener
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners praise thoughtful, deep-dive interviews and clear NYC focus.
Some criticism notes perceived bias or one-sided interviews in rare episodes.
Fans value fair, context-rich questions and expert guests.
Audience appreciates historical context and practical implications of policy.

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Mamdani, the midterm elections and New York's race for governor
Q: What do you make of this whole thing with the influencers, where there's sort of two categories of it, right?
There are legitimate paid influencers and a separate list of influencers whose messaging is political or promotional in nature; the incentives for positive Mamdani content exist because it creates broad impressions, but there are questions about transparency and record-keeping.
Why you've never heard of the judges on your ballot
Q: Can you talk to us about the firm's role in the Queens Democratic Party?
The firms and party insiders shape the process through appointments, fundraising, and influence over who appears on ballots or is considered for seats.
Why you've never heard of the judges on your ballot
Q: What does that even mean regarding how seats are allocated and who gets to sit on the bench?
It means that appointments and nominations are heavily influenced by party structures, campaign finance, and the mayor's commissions, rather than a straightforward merit-based selection.
Why you've never heard of the judges on your ballot
Q: Now, what made you decide to look at judges?
The project grew from covering criminal justice issues and a desire to understand how judges are selected, driven by the voters' lack of information at the ballot box.
About 150,000 people die every day. He picks 3 to 4 to be remembered
Q: What makes a legacy worthy of remembrance in a Times obituary?
A life that had meaningful impact, contributed to society, or symbolized a broader transformation often earns inclusion, even if it involves nuanced or controversial episodes.

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This show centers on deep, data-driven conversations about New York politics, media, and urban culture. Episodes routinely feature prominent elected officials, journalists, and industry leaders who unpack policy tradeoffs, governance challenges, and the shifting landscape of city life. Listeners can expect thorough, sometimes provocative discussions about governance, media independence, civic reform, and the intersections of policy with everyday life. A standout quality is the host's ability to push for context and nuance while drawing in diverse voices from across politics, business, and journalism. The format often blends historical context with current events, offering actionable takeaways for those navigating or covering urban politics ... more

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7. Tim Boyum
8. Maggie Haberman

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