Best Hudson Mohawk Magazine Podcasts (2025)

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Biking the Empire State Trail 9:57

2h ago9:57

9:57

Biking the Empire State Trail: A Guided Tour from Buffalo to Albany was written by William McKeever and Jennifer Hillman. Celebrating its bicentennial in 2025, the Erie Canal fueled America’s Midwest expansion. Today’s trail closely follows the original Erie Canal from Buffalo to Albany and is one of three spurs that make up the 750 miles of the Em…

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500 in Troy Tell Trump Hands Off on April 19 13:35

6m ago13:35

13:35

An estimated 500 people rallied and marched in downtown Troy on Saturday, April 19 to oppose the Trump administration, demanding that Trump and Elon Musk take their Hands Off our democracy, economy, and public services. In the afternoon, about 1000 braved the rain to protest at the State Capitol in Albany. From the Troy event, we hear from Leigh Ba…

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HMM-04-18-2025 59:02

37m ago59:02

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Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine,Mark Dunlea brings us coverage on a meeting between climate organizations after a recent report on the Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act. Then, Ellie Irons talks to Christian Grigoraskos of More Trees Collective about his upcoming workshop at Collard City GrowersLater on, Carolyn Tennant talks…

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Voting Privacy Concerns for People with Disabilities 11:14

1h ago11:14

11:14

With the Safe Act introduced on the federal level advocates are sounding the alarm about how this legislation violates human rights for marginalized communities and others. In 2022 our Blaise Bryant spoke with Keith Gurgui about some of the long-standing barriers people with disabilities face when casting their ballot.…

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Speaking With Delaney Hafener about Band Names and Songwriting 9:53

2h ago9:53

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Delaney Hafener is the singer-songwriter multi-instrumentalist leader of the band The Belle Curves. Her music combines a wide variety of genres from folk, to country, to power pop. Benno Greene sits down to talk with her about her musical influences, her songwriting process, and her upcoming performances.…

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Beyond Plastics - Packaging Reduction Act would save $1.3 Billion over a decade 12:00

33m ago12:00

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A new report from Beyond Plastics estimates that New Yorkers could save $1.3 billion over just one decade if the Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act is adopted. We hear from three speakers: Judith Enck, President of Beyond Plastics and former Region 2 EPA Administrator; Senator Pete Harckham, the lead Senate sponsor; and Ulster Cou…

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Jewish Voice for Peace Liberation Rally for Passover 15:14

17h ago15:14

15:14

Jewish Voice for Peace - Albany chapter, held a rally for liberation in Townsend Park on Thursday, April 17 to honor the Jewish celebration of Passover and to stand in solidarity with the people of Palestine, as well as with immigrants under increasing attack in the United States. We hear from representatives of Jewish Voice for Peace (Jessie Sande…

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HMM_04-17-2025 59:28

12h ago59:28

59:28

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine,First, Mark Dunlea reports on the Global Climate Strike on April 11th at the State Capitol in Albany.Then, Willie Terry brings us to the Reparation town Hall Forum.Later on, Blaise Bryant speaks with Keith Gurgoi about voting privacy concerns for those with disabilities.After that, H Bosh Jr sits down with Sarah…

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The Tree Philosophy of More Trees Arborist Collective 10:22

18h ago10:22

10:22

More Trees Arborist Collective helps to maintain the trees on the Sanctuary campus. Member of the Coop, Christian Grigoraskos spoke with Ellie Irons about the work More Trees will be doing on the Sanctuary Campus this spring.By Hudson Mohawk Magazine

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HMM-04-16-2025 59:21

1d ago59:21

59:21

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine,Mark Dunlea reports on the air permit renewal for the Wheelabrator garbage incinerator in Hudson Falls.Then, Mark Dunlea speaks with Jewish Voice for Peace about their Rally for Liberation on April 17.Later on, on Armao on the Brink, Rosemary Armao talks about Trump with broadcaster Linda Ellerbee.After that, A’…

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Composting 101 workshop 4/26 9:56

1d ago9:56

9:56

Composting enthusiast Christian Grigoraskos, an arborist with the More Trees Collective, is bringing the workshop "Composting 101" to Collard City Growers on April 26, 2025 from 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm. Christian spoke with Ellie Irons about the benefits of composting and what folks can expect at the workshop.…

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Reparations Town Hall Part 1 (Dr. Mark Naison) 10:54

1d ago10:54

10:54

On Thursday, April 10, 2025, the Center for Law and Justice held a "Reparation Town Hall Part 1." forum at the Alice Moore Black Arts and Cultural Center at 135 South Pearl Street, Albany, NY. The discussion was held in conjunction with the Bronx Reparations Town Hall Meeting. Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry attended the Event and recorded…

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Critical Conversations Series: Envi Justice Reflection 10:25

1d ago10:25

10:25

As part of the Critical Conversations series, the Sanctuary for Independent Media hosted Aaron Mair, Arbor Hill eco-activist and former president of the national Sierra Club, and Benita Law-Diao, former public health nutritionist and first person of color to sit on the board of the Adirondack park Agency to lead a conversation around environmental …

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From Chapter Fifty-Two with Linda Ellerbee 10:17

1d ago10:17

10:17

In this week's Armao on the Brink, Rosemary speaks with NBC broadcaster and author Linda Ellerbee from Mexico about what she and our foreign neighbors think of Trump's first three months back in office and none of it is positive. So how do you fight back and how do you cope with dictatorship, and is that what we are living in right now?…

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Tracy Frisch on Permit Renewal for Wheelabrator Hudson Falls garbage incinerator 9:59

2d ago9:59

9:59

Wheelabrator Hudson Falls, a 33-year old garbage incinerator, held a public participation meeting Wednesday April 16 as part of its efforts to renew its state-issued air permit. Neighbors and the Clean Air Action Network have long called for plant to be shut down due to its toxic odors and noise. Tracy Frisch of CAAN talks with Mark Dunlea of Hudso…

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April 17 Rally for Liberation with Jewish Voice for Peace 9:54

3d ago9:54

9:54

Jewish Voice for Peace - Albany chapter, together with Capital Region immigrant rights and solidarity organizations and members of the Capital Region’s Jewish, Christian, Palestinian, Muslim, and Arab American communities will hold a rally for liberation in Townsend Park in downtown Albany on Thursday, April 17 starting at 5:30 PM to honor the Jewi…

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HMM-04-15-2025 1:00:10

3d ago1:00:10

1:00:10

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine,First, Mark Dunlea’s report on the W. Sand Lake Hands Off protest this past Thursday, April 10th. Then we go to Sal Rochelle’s interview with home care user and advocate Larissa Martin and caregiver Maggie Ornstein about the upheaval in New York's homecare program CONSUMER–DIRECTED PERSONAL AID PROGRAM. Then we …

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ACIC - Lights up Dispensary Comedy Show 9:37

3d ago9:37

9:37

This week Comedian Mike Bernat is in studio to promote Lights Up Comedy Showcase. A Daytime Comedy Show taking place inside a Dispensary. 3PM, April 19th at Northern Lights Dispensary in Menands NY. He and Host Juan Pantaleon talk Mikes start in comedy and what its like starting comedy later in life.…

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Talking With Poets: DiBiase Poetry Prize Finalists Susan Kress and Will Nixon 7:50

3d ago7:50

7:50

Thom Francis introduces us to poets Susan Kress and Will Nixon. Both of whom were finalists in the 2025 Stephen A. DiBiase Poetry Prize Contest.-------- The 2025 Stephen A. DiBiase Poetry Prize winners and finalists were recently announced with many poets from the Capital Region and Hudson Valley included in the list. The DiBiase contest was create…

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CDPAP Under Attack 10:53

3d ago10:53

10:53

Home care user and advocate Larissa Martin and caregiver Maggie Ornstein speak to Sal Rochelle about upheaval in New York's homecare program CDPAP, after the company PPL took it over. Amidst thousands of workers missing paychecks due on April 10, and disabled New Yorkers having to call for ambulances because of homecare interruptions, they discuss …

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Identity and Its Impact on Music Curation and Creation 11:33

4d ago11:33

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Amadeus Julian Regucera grew up in the San Francisco, California area, but has since made his home in Troy, New York where he works as the music curator for EMPAC. Following a tour of the building (which are free and open to the public), Amadeus sat down to chat with interviewer Kathleen Beaudoin to talk about how his identity as a queer, Filipino …

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HMM_04-14-2025 58:03

4d ago58:03

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Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine:First, Sina Basila Hickey speaks with Sara Ogger the Executive Director of the Humanities New York (HNY) about recent DOGE cuts to NEH funding.Then, Mark Dunlea brings us coverage from the State Capitol during this past Saturday’s Global Climate Strike by Fridays For Future to raise the alarm on continuing globa…

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Museum of Innovation and Science (miSci) Gets 2025 NYS Autism Action Award 10:12

4d ago10:12

10:12

Schenectady’s Museum of Innovation and Science (miSci) received the 2025 New York State Autism Action Award for leadership in accessibility and inclusion. Chris Hunter, President of miSci, spoke with Richard Sleeper and Jacob Boston for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.By Hudson Mohawk Magazine

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Everybody Moves- Violetta 9:53

4d ago9:53

9:53

Everybody Moves Series: Migration Stories from our Community.This weekly series profiles the migration stories of members of our community, whether the migration be their own stories of that of their parents or grandparents, and reminds us that migration touches us all, and teaches us much, because it is a part of the human experience. This week: V…

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Humanities NY Loses Grants Funding Due to DOGE 9:40

4d ago9:40

9:40

DOGE, the Department of Government Efficiency, has stripped the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) of its funding, effective immediately. This is a devastating blow to arts and humanities around the country. Humanities New York (HNY) relies on NEH funding for its own grant program. To better understand what this means, HNY Executive Direct…

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Albany Global Climate Strike Demands Faster Action 21:21

6d ago21:21

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Friday April 11 was the Global Climate Strike called by Fridays For Future, the group started by Swedish teenage climate activist Greta Thunberg. More than 50 people, mainly students, demonstrated at the State Capitol in Albany. We hear music by Terri Roben; Ryan, the local FFF organizer; Mark Dunlea of PAUSE/350 Albany and GELF (Green Education an…

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HMM-04-11-2025 59:05

7d ago59:05

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Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine,We will hear from the Schenectady’s Museum of Innovation and Science (miSci) about receiving the 2025 New York State Autism Action Award.Then, in observance of Passover, we’ll go back to a 2023 interview with SUNY Professor Judith Barlow who is a part of the Jewish Feminist Brunch group. Later on, Ellie Irons ta…

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Fermentation Friday: the Joys and Benefits of Fermentation 9:33

7d ago9:33

9:33

In this episode of Fermentation Friday, Ellie and Jessie discuss their origins, the rabbit holes of research, and eating on a budget.By Hudson Mohawk Magazine

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Community Air Quality and Learning to Build an Air Purifier 8:30

7d ago8:30

8:30

Maeve Sherry of Clean Air Capital Region joins A’Livija Mullins-Richard of Air Justice Lab for an engaging conversation on community-driven efforts to improve air quality. The segment explores the vital work these organizations are doing, shares accessible information on local air quality, and highlights practical steps individuals can take—such as…

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Hands Off in Sand Lake 9:45

7d ago9:45

9:45

On Thursday, April 10, several dozen protestors gathered at the intersection of Rt. 43 and 150 in the hamlet of West Sand Lake to voice their opposition to the actions of President Trump and Elon Musk. Protestors carried signs calling to protect democracy, health care, social security, immigrants and federal workers. Mark Dunlea interviewed several…

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Eco-Friendly Gardening with Kate Brittenham 12:51

8d ago12:51

12:51

On April 10th Mary and Marrow invited Kate Brittenham into the studio for a live interview all about environmentally conscious gardening and her work as the principal designer and founder of Front Stoop LLC, a native plant gardening company based in Troy NY.By Hudson Mohawk Magazine

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HMM_04-10-2025 59:33

8d ago59:33

59:33

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine,First, Andrea Cunliffe interviews some of the 6000 people that attended the Hands Off Rally in Albany on April 5.Then, Willie Terry reports on the Boys and Girls Club Local Heroes Gala.Later on, another episode of Disability Trivia with Blaise Bryant.After that, we have a live studio interview with Kate Brittenh…

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Introduction to Ethnomusicologist Professor Kyra Gaunt 11:18

8d ago11:18

11:18

Ethnomusicology is the study of music in a cultural context. Black Feminist Ethnomusicologist and Assistant Professor at the University at Albany, Kyra Gaunt, gives us a glimpse into her life including her first memories of music growing up in Maryland. Kathleen Beaudoin reportsBy Hudson Mohawk Magazine

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Jennifer Black Co-authored "Beneath the Mountain" with Mumia Abu-Jamal 10:44

8d ago10:44

10:44

“Beneath the Mountain: An Anti-Prison Reader” is a book with texts by enslaved, jailed, and imprisoned Americans, edited by renowned political prisoner Mumia Abu-Jamal and activist-scholar Jennifer Black. On April 26, Jennifer Black will be in the Capital Region for a book talk, and she spoke with Sina Basila Hickey about the reader, the upcoming b…

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Rain, Floods, and Wetness 10:07

8d ago10:07

10:07

Retired National Weather Service meteorologist Hugh Johnson speaks with Sean Bernyk and Lennox Apudo about rain, floods, and a wet week.By Hudson Mohawk Magazine

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Julie Farrar on Healthcare Advocacy Pt 3 11:27

8d ago11:27

11:27

Our Blaise Bryant brings us the last part of his concersation with Healthcare and Disability Rights Activist Julie Farrar. They discuss why more people with disabilities need to be part of the fight for equal rights and the Capitol Crawl which happened on March 12, 1990.By Hudson Mohawk Magazine

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Upstate Third Act - Michael Richardson 9:39

8d ago9:39

9:39

Michael Richardson of Third Act Upstate was live on HMM to discuss Trump's recent Executive Order seeking to block state action on climate, such as holding fossil fuel companies responsible for the damages they have caused , such as New York's recent Climate Superfund Act. He also provides an update on climate in the state budget. With Benno Greene…

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HMM-04-09-2025 58:53

9d ago58:53

58:53

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine,We have a report from Andrea Cunliffe from last Saturday’s Hands Off rally.Then, we talk to Michael Richarson of Third Act Upstate about climate at the federal and state level.Later on, on Armao on the Brink, Rosemary Armao speaks with three students about why they feel young people and people of color are not m…

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Armao on the Brink with SUNY Students 10:05

9d ago10:05

10:05

Once every semester Rosemary Armao invites three or her students from UAlbany to do a podcast featuring a decidedly younger point of view than mine. This is that chapter and outta the mouths of Zoomers you’l hear about the futility protesting, exhaustion over world events and fear of the future, Tik Tok and even the wonder of torpedo bats. Mirai Ab…

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Critical Conversations - Journalism & Democracy 9:52

9d ago9:52

9:52

Critical Conversations is a series of discussions hosted by The Sanctuary for Independent Media where guest facilitators lead an intimate discussion on a critical issue of the moment. Critical Conversations take place every Thursday in April, from 7-8:30pm, focusing on the issues of journalism and democracy, environmental justice, protecting trans …

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2025 Boys & Girls Club Black History Month Local Heroes Gala (Kevin Pryor) 10:39

9d ago10:39

10:39

On Friday, February 21st, 2025, the Boys & Girls Club of the Capital area held its annual "Local Heroes Gala" at the Albany Clubhouse to celebrate Black History Month. The event featured performances and honored local community leaders. One of the honorees was Troy resident Kevin Pryor, Community Organizer and Director of Diversity, Opportunity, an…

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Voices from the "Hands Off" Rally - Albany NY, Pt1 10:17

9d ago10:17

10:17

The "Hands Off" rally took place at West Capital Park in Albany New York on April 5th. Hudson Mohawk Magazine was there talking with some of the 6000 people who attended. On this very cold and rainy day, Andrea Cunliffe reported on the community spirit and determination with many in the crowd. This is Part 1 of a 2 Part series.…

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Voices from the "Hands Off" Rally - Albany, New York -Pt2 10:57

9d ago10:57

10:57

"Hands Off" Rally at West Capital Park in Albany New York on April 5th, Hudson Mohawk Magazine was there talking with some of the 6000 people who attended. On this very cold and rainy day, Andrea Cunliffe reports on the community spirit and determination with many in the crowd. This is Part 2 of a 2 Part series.…

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ACIC - Reefer Easter and Madison Theatre Open Mic 7:30

9d ago7:30

7:30

On a special Live episode Brad Monkell is in studio to promote Albany Comedy's Reefer Easter a special 4/20 Comedy show at the Madison theater in Albany on April 20th at 7:30PM. He and Host Juan Pantaleon talk Comedy's epic return to the Madison and the Weekly open Mic every Wednesday at 8. They also discuss Plans for Easter Dinner.…

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April 5 Rally Pt1 10:17

9d ago10:17

10:17

April 5 Rally Pt1 by Hudson Mohawk MagazineBy Hudson Mohawk Magazine

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HMM-04-08-2025 58:27

10d ago58:27

58:27

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine,We start with part 2 of Mark Dunlea’s report on Saturday’s Hands Off rally in Albany.Then, Sina Basila Hickey talks with Jennifer Black, who co-authored the 2024 book “Beneath the Mountain: An Anti-Prison Reader” with Mumia Abu-Jamal.Later on, we replay a 2021 interview with Aaron Mair about environmental justic…

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Talking Mourning and the DiBiase Poetry Stephen A. DiBiase Poetry Prize with Howard Kogan 9:06

10d ago9:06

9:06

Thom Francis talks with poet Howard Kogan about the loss of his father and his poem “Mourning Becomes Her”that was a finalist for the 2025 Stephen A. DiBiase Poetry Prize-------- The Stephen A. DiBiase Poetry Contest began in late 2015 and announced its first winners, including Dawn Marar of Delmar, in the spring of 2016. Initially, most submission…

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HMM-04-07-2025 58:33

11d ago58:33

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Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine,Mark Dunlea reports from the State Capitol during the Hands Off protest held on Saturday 5th to resist the assault on the government, the economy and basic rights by the current administration.Then, Willie Terry brings us coverage of a roundtable discussion titled “ The Struggle Continues: From Black History to …

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