Best MediaSanctuary Podcasts (2023)

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Hudson Mohawk Magazine

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HMM 12 - 08 - 23 59:17

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On this special episode of Hudson Mohawk Magazine we play excerpts of the recording from Amy Goodman of Democracy Now!’s visit to the Sanctuary on Saturday, April 22. On the second night of the weekend celebration “Rooted in Independent Media, Growing Toward a Just Future!”, Amy Goodman spoke about her work in independent media, her history with th…

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HMM 12 - 07 - 2023 59:39

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Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine,We begin with Mark Dunlea speaking with David Bond with an update from COP28 climate summit, Then, Willie Terry hosts The Struggle Continues part 7,Later on, Alexis Goldsmith talks with Samira Sangare, co-founder of Saratoga BLM about an upcoming rally,march, and vigil for Palestine happening Friday.After that, …

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David Bond Climate Update From COP28 9:59

6m ago9:59

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Prof. David Bond of Bennington College provides an update from the COP28 climate summit which he recently returned from. Just Transition, Loss and Damages, and a phaseout of fossil fuels were major topics. By Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.By anctuary Radio mediasanctuary.org WOOC 105.3 FM Troy

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Saratoga Black Lives Matter to Host Rally and Vigil for Palestine December 8 10:37

19m ago10:37

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Samira Sangare, co-founder and organizer for Saratoga Black Lives Matter, joins HMM correspondent Alexis Goldsmith to talk about a rally, march, and vigil for Palestine happening Friday, December 8 at the Spirit of Life Statue in Congress Park in Saratoga. The event is calling for a permanent ceasefire. Samira discusses the role of antisemitism and…

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Border Watch Vigil For Asylum Seekers Sun Dec 10 9:56

33m ago9:56

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Capital District Border Watch holds its second annual Make Room at the Inn Vigil on International Human Rights Day. December 10th marks the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The vigil will be at the corner of Fuller Road and Western Avenue, in front of Stuyvesant Plaza on Sunday, December 10 from 2 to 3 PM. Richard Hora…

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The Struggle Continues (Mukasa Dada aka Willie Ricks) Part 8 8:06

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On Sunday, October 29, 2023, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry held a RoundTable Discussion entitled “The Struggle Continues” with Freedom Fighter and Civil Rights icon Mukasa Dada, aka Willie Ricks, who coined the slogan “Black Power.” The Part-time correspondents Carlos Dufflar and Angel Martinez also joined the disc…

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The Struggle Continues (Mukasa Dada aka Willie Ricks) Part 7 9:20

20m ago9:20

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On Sunday, October 29, 2023, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry held a RoundTable Discussion entitled “The Struggle Continues” with Freedom Fighter and Civil Rights icon Mukasa Dada, aka Willie Ricks, who coined the slogan “Black Power.” The Part-time correspondents Carlos Dufflar and Angel Martinez also joined the disc…

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Chris Hedges "The Genocide in Gaza" 1:30:35

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Best-selling author, foreign correspondent, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Chris Hedges addressed the Middle East crisis with a talk titled "The Genocide in Gaza" on December 6, 2023 at The Sanctuary for Independent Media in North Troy NY. Chris Hedges, the former Middle East Bureau Chief for The New York Times, spent seven years covering the co…

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Getting Salty this Winter and it's Wreaking Havoc 10:49

4m ago10:49

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With the snow beginning to fall, you may think it's time to break out the road salt for clear roads and sidewalks. Sounds like the average start of a NY winter but have you ever stopped to think the greater impact this use may have on the environment? Meg Kelly interviewed John Garver, professor of geology at Union College, for Hudson Mohawk Magazi…

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What It means (and doesn't mean) to be Jewish in America 10:58

6m ago10:58

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Part 2 of a conversation with singer/songwriter and Klezmer musician Adah Hetko. They discuss what it means (and doesn't mean) to be Jewish in America. Adah also discusses how she uses her music as an antidote to the hatred (Anti-Semitism, Islamophobia) that we see in our world today. She also shares what Chanukah means to Klezmer musicians.You can…

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12 - 06 Interview With Eleanor Stein 9:03

24h ago9:03

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Mark Dunlea speaks with Sanctuary board member Eleanor Stein about local events around the attacks in Gaza and the need to protect democracy in the US such as the support for the nonviolent Boycott, Divest, and Sanction movement, which has been viciously opposed by many elected officials in the US. She talks about Dr. King's speech against the Viet…

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HMM_12 - 06 - 23 57:41

43m ago57:41

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We begin with a live interview with Eleanor Stein. Then, we hear testimony on a ceasefire resolution pending before the Albany Common Council.Later on, we hear from several RPI students working to raise awareness about the Dunn Construction and Debris landfill in Rensselaer.After that we get to experience Lisa Schonber’s Field Recording workshop fr…

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Meklit – Movement, Migration & Muse 10:00

1h ago10:00

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On today’s episode I speak with Meklit, an Ethio-American vocalist, songwriter, and composer known for her electric stage presence and her ability to craft deeply personal Ethio-Jazz songs that resonate with audiences across the globe. Meklit's music has taken her from the heart of Addis Ababa, to stages in San Francisco, New York City, Nairobi, Ca…

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Amy Halloran Collects Food Memories 11:22

1d ago11:22

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Saturday, December 16, at the Troy Farmers Market, there will be a booth for people to share their food memories. Amy Halloran, writer and change agent and author of THE NEW BREAD BASKET, is the creator of this booth, and she joins us now to tell us a bit more about this project.By anctuary Radio mediasanctuary.org WOOC 105.3 FM Troy

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Experiencing Field Recording with Lisa Schonberg 9:41

19m ago9:41

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Last Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023, Lisa Schonberg gave a Field Recording Workshop at the Sanctuary that included a trip into North Troy to experience this location through sound with the technology of special microphones. Sina Basila Hickey was there to record the experience. In this segment you will also hear the voices of Allie Wist and Hanae Utamura.Lis…

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Residents Speak In Favor Of Allbany Gaza Ceasefire Resolution 9:47

33m ago9:47

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On Monday, December 4,a number of residents spoke in favor of a resolution pending before the Albany Common Council to call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and Israel. The council will vote on at their next meeting. We hear from four speakers: former City Council member Barbara Smith; two members of Jewish Voice for Peace, Mark Mishler and Eva; …

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HMM_12 - 05 - 23 59:31

1h ago59:31

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Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine,First, Mark Dunlea talks with David Gruber about a proposed solar farm in Columbia CountyThen, Brea Barthel heads to the Book House to get some cookbook suggestions. Later on, Amy Halloran joins us to share an upcoming project coming to Troy where she will collect food memories. After that, we look back at Dulic…

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Talking With Poets: Don Maurer at The Fish Market 9:45

3h ago9:45

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Thom Francis introduces us to poet Don Maurer who read his work at the Poetic License - Albany Poetry Reading & Open Mic at The Fish Market in Troy on November 13, 2023. Inspired by last year's overwhelming success, the Hudson Valley Writers Guild & the Upstate Artists Guild are excited to work together again to present this opportunity for collabo…

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Cookbook Suggestions from the Book House 10:06

7h ago10:06

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Find out what's cookin' in cookbooks for this holiday season. Cheryl McKeon, manager of the Book House of Stuyvesant Plaza, has nine recommendations for gifts or for getting ideas for entertaining. Her suggestions include: "The Complete America's Test Kitchen TV Show Cookbook 2001-2024" (America's Test Kitchen, 2023); "The Food Lab" (J. Kenzi Lopez…

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HMM 12 - 04 - 23 59:24

5h ago59:24

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Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine:We begin with Mark Dunlea’s interview with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Chris Hedges who is giving a talk on Gaza at the Sanctuary this Wednesday, December 6th. Then, Elizabeth (EP) Press speaks with an organizer for Queers for Palestine, Jen Barkan.Later on, retired meteorologist Hugh Johnson talks with us…

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Conversation with Klezmer Musician and Yiddish Culture Maker, Adah Hetko 10:41

3d ago10:41

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Singer/songwriter Adah Hetko talks about her music, her love of Yiddish music and language and how she uses it to build community and a positive Jewish Identity. You can hear more at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fRI0S_fMAd8..."God Has a New Sewing Machine," by Adah Hetko & Uri Schreter on keyboard.Producer Marsha LazarusThis is the first part of…

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Shepherd's Run Solar Farm In Columbia County Seeks Approval After 6 Years 9:57

1d ago9:57

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The Shepherd's Run solar farm proposal in Columbia County, initially proposed in 2017, is expected to include 220 acres of panels and provide enough electricity for 15,000 homes, In 2020 as opposition arose, a group of concerned locals created Friends of Columbia Solar to help support the project. The project is now being reviewed by the state's Of…

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Queers For Palestine Protest Tonko Fundraiser 10:36

3d ago10:36

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Pro-Palestine protests continue to call for a permanent ceasefire. In Albany NY, an ad-hoc group called Queers for Palestine protested outside a LGBTQ fundraiser for Congressman Paul D. Tonko. Elizabeth (EP) Press spoke to one of the organizers, Jen Barkan.By anctuary Radio mediasanctuary.org WOOC 105.3 FM Troy

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Chris Hedges At Media Sanctuary Dec. 6 On Palestine 9:56

15h ago9:56

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Chris Hedges, the Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, and former Middle East Bureau Chief for The New York Times, will speak at the Media Sanctuary on Wednesday Dec. 6 at 7 PM about “The Genocide in Gaza.” You can register for the event at mediasanctuary.org. Chris recently wrote: "The skies over Gaza are filled — after a seven-day truce — with proj…

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Dear World - Voting Citizens (2023) 10:07

4d ago10:07

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Lavender took to the polls again this November to get some more perspectives for her Dear World series, which seeks to bring awareness to what people want from the world. This segment even features interviews from two poll workers, giving us an insight into the polls themselves. Also check out the Dear World segment featuring voters from November 2…

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Making it as a Deejay and Artist 10:24

5h ago10:24

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DJ John Brown, who also goes by JB!! AKA Dirty Moses, will be deejayiing at Lavender's wedding this December! He joined Lavender and Vinny to talk about his work as a deejay and hip-hop artist in the Hudson Valley, along with things to know about being a deejay. He also even worked in healthcare! Take a listen to hear about all that he does.Learn m…

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First Reaction Listening Session: Lookout Creek 10:00

16m ago10:00

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Composer and environmental sound artist Lisa Schonberg welcomed three listeners into the studio for an experimental "first reaction" listening session. Listeners responded in real-time to a composition they were hearing for the first time. The featured track was Schonberg's own work, "Lookout Creek: Eighth Notes," which she composed as an artist-in…

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HMM 12 - 01 - 23 59:26

1h ago59:26

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Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine:We begin with Victor Max Valentine’s interview with the director of the Gender & Sexuality Resource Center at UAlbany, talking about the resources the center has to offer.Then, Meg Kelly talks with Carol Quantock about modifications homeowners can make to their windows to protect our birds from flying into them.…

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UAlbany Gender & Sexuality Resource Center 10:39

2h ago10:39

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Courtney D'allaird (They/Them/Theirs) is the Director of the Gender & Sexuality Resource Center (GSRC). D'allaird talked with Victor Max Valentine about how they became a part of the University at Albany's student advocacy Group and about the resources the center has to offer, why it was founded and the steps they are taking to make student life ea…

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Rhythm of Rebellion: Morley – Becoming One Sound 10:00

18m ago10:00

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On today’s episode Taína Asili speaks with Morley, an artist deeply devoted to human rights and environmental justice. Morley's global travels have allowed her to share music with profound luminaries like His Holiness The Dalai Lama and Nelson Mandela. She has shared the stage with Toshi Reagon and Dr. Bernice Johnson Reagon, and has starred in the…

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Modifying Your Home for Bird Safety 10:25

21h ago10:25

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With an inability to see glass, birds fly into windows resulting in injury, some of which can be fatal. There are solutions in what we can do to protect birds. Meg Kelly interviewed Carol Quantock, Vice President of the Audubon Society for the Capital Region, for Hudson Mohawk Magazine about how homeowners can make modifications to limit the amount…

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The Struggle Continues (Mukasa Dada aka Willie Ricks) Part 6 9:21

25m ago9:21

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On Sunday, October 29, 2023, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry held a RoundTable Discussion entitled “The Struggle Continues” with Freedom Fighter and Civil Rights icon Mukasa Dada, aka Willie Ricks, who coined the slogan “Black Power.” The Part-time correspondents Carlos Dufflar and Angel Martinez also joined the disc…

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HMM 11 - 30 - 23 57:46

7d ago57:46

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Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine:We begin with a report from Mark Dunlea on the Clean Air Coalition of Greater Ravena-Coeyman.Then, we hear about a RoundTable Discussion entitled “The Struggle Continues” held by our own Willie Terry.Later on, youth correspondent Nikolai Nagel-Dreby reports on a Peanut-Butter Pop-Up in Saratoga on Nov. 18.After …

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Capital District Mural Artist Kevin Clark 9:38

7h ago9:38

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Kevin Clark has painted numerous murals through Troy and the Capital District, including the Burden Water Wheel in South Troy and at Brown's Brewing Co., Troy Savings Bank Music Hall, and the Hedley Building. He talks to Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine about how be became a muralist. You can follow Kevin on https://www.instagram.com/clarkmura…

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HMM 11 - 29 - 23 58:56

5d ago58:56

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We begin with a segment on why some disagree with the City of Albany’s move to fluoridate its water supply.Then, our peace segment has a report of the Black Friday protest at Crossgates Mall in support of ending the attacks on Gaza.Later on, we hear from ten year older-year-old Colin Ricker about why he supports the NY Heat Act climate proposal.The…

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Part 2: 'Twas The Night' and Troy 9:49

7d ago9:49

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This year marks the 200th anniversary of one of the world's most beloved holiday poems, '"Twas the Night Before Christmas," which was published in the Troy Sentinel in 1823. Carolyn Tennant speaks with Pamela McColl, author of '"Twas the Night Before Christmas: The Art and History of the Classic Christmas Poem", and historian Kathy Sheehan, Executi…

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The Struggle Continues (Mukasa Dada aka Willie Ricks) Part 5 9:28

9d ago9:28

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On Sunday, October 29, 2023, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry held a RoundTable Discussion entitled “The Struggle Continues” with Freedom Fighter and Civil Rights icon Mukasa Dada, aka Willie Ricks, who coined the slogan “Black Power.” The Part-time correspondents Carlos Dufflar and Angel Martinez also joined the disc…

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Colin Ricker: 10-year-old Speaking out Against Climate Change 8:51

4d ago8:51

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Youth Climate Leaders Unite for the NY HEAT Act will hold a day of action in Albany on Thursday, November 30, 2023. The NY Home Energy Affordable Transition Act otherwise known as NY HEAT Act would lay the legal and regulatory foundation for an affordable transition off fossil fuel. The rally on Thursday is to encourage Governor Kathy Hochul to sig…

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Wafic Faour On Shootings In Burlington 10:00

6d ago10:00

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On Saturday evening, November 25, 3 College students of Palestinian descent were shot while walking together in Burlington Vermont. Many have pointed to the heated rhetoric associating all Palestinians with Hamas and all opposition to the Israeli occupation as anti-semitism as fuel for this attack. Moses Nagel spoke with Wafic Faour, a member of th…

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Iceberg A23a and Winter Weather 9:45

9d ago9:45

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Retired National Weather Service meteorologist Hugh Johnson joins us for our weekly look at weather and climate, this time talking about iceberg named A23a, full moon effect on weather, and tips for winter sustainability.By anctuary Radio mediasanctuary.org WOOC 105.3 FM Troy

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Comedian Matt Toledo 11:28

8d ago11:28

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On this week's comedy spotlight, we hear all about Matt Toledo. He spoke with Brad Monkell.By anctuary Radio mediasanctuary.org WOOC 105.3 FM Troy

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Hudson Mohawk Magazine

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HMM 11 - 28 - 2023 59:16

10d ago59:16

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Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine:First, Mark Dunlea introduces us to the new Executive Director of The Troy Rehabilitation and Improvement Program (TRIP) Noah Baum.Then, we hear more from Willie Terry’s roundtable discussion “The Struggle Continues.” Later on, Elizabeth “EP” Press asks Angela Beallor about the upcoming event called “For the Cro…

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Youth Squared-Peanut Butter Pop-Up 10:01

9d ago10:01

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On November 18, Youth Squared held a Peanut-Butter Pop-Up in Saratoga to gather food donations. HMM's 8 year-old correspondent Nikolai Nagel-Dreby was on the scene.By anctuary Radio mediasanctuary.org WOOC 105.3 FM Troy

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Election Upheavel In Town Of Coeymans 9:57

7d ago9:57

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The Town of Coeymans has been in the news the last few years over issues related to importing waste to burn at the local cement plant and the control exercised by Carver Companies which owns the Port of Coeymans. George McHugh, the former attorney for Carver, was narrowly defeated in his re-election bid for Town Supervisor along with other GOP Town…

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'Twas the Night Before Christmas and its Connection to Troy 10:01

8d ago10:01

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Pamela McColl, author of "'Twas the Night: The Art and History of the Classic Christmas Poem," speaks with Carolyn Tennant about the beloved Christmas poem and its connection to Troy. Published on November 23, 1823 in the "Troy Sentinel," our region will celebrate its bicentennial with a number of exciting events.…

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For the Crow (A Ritual) by the FlagSSS Day Collective with CAConrad 9:36

10d ago9:36

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Angela Beallor speaks to Elizabeth (EP) Press about an event taking place on November 29th called For the Crow (A Ritual). The event is hosted by the FlagSSS Day Collective. They will be joined by poet CAConrad who also had a poetry event on Tuesday 11/28 at the Arts Center of the Capital Region.Other members of the FlagSSS Day collective are Eliza…

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Dr. Connett On Why Albany Should Not Flouridate Its Water 9:53

10d ago9:53

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The City of Albany is planning to reverse its prior decision not to fluoridate its water. Dr. Paul Connett, author of The Case Against Fluoride, explains why he believes this would be a bad decision. With Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.By anctuary Radio mediasanctuary.org WOOC 105.3 FM Troy

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Activists Push Gov. Hochul to Sign NY Reparations Bill 8:30

21h ago8:30

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Next up, reparations. Did you know that slavery remained legal in New York until 1827? Jennifer Hadlock speaks with Elizabeth (EP) Press about a New York State reparations bill that activists are pushing for Governor Hochul to sign. The bill that lawmakers passed over the summer is about considering reparations for slavery in New York State.…

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Noah Baum New Executive Director at TRIP 9:54

11d ago9:54

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The Troy Rehabilitation and Improvement Program (TRIP) provides services such as Home buying assistance, Home repair, and Housing counseling. They also rent out properties. Noah Baum, the new Executive Director, discusses TRIP's mission with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.By anctuary Radio mediasanctuary.org WOOC 105.3 FM Troy

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HMM 11 - 27 - 23 58:57

9d ago58:57

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Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine:We begin with Mark Dunlea discussing the upcoming United Nations Climate Change Conference, known as COP28, with David Schwartzman, a biogeochemist who is active with the Global Greens climate working group.Then, Troy librarian Ian Hauck is back to recommend recent books on a variety of topics, including fantasy…

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