Hudson Mohawk Magazine
7,478 episodes - English - Latest episode: 16 days ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsThe Hudson Mohawk Magazine is a locally-produced nightly news hour that provides sanctuary for the discussion of a wide range of topics, scaling from the global to the hyper-local. The show is broadcast on WOOC 105.3 FM, The Sanctuary for Independent Media's low-power radio station based in Troy, NY.
With the support of people like you, the Sanctuary uses art and participatory action to promote social and environmental justice and freedom of creative expression.
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A Tour of the Herman Melville House and a Talk of Troy History
November 02, 2023 21:24 - 10 minutes - 9.76 MBHerman Melville's house at 1st Avenue and 114th Street in Lansingburgh Troy NY. is the onetime home of the author of Moby Dick, Herman Melville. Hudson Mohawk Magazines Andrea Cunliffe takes a tour of the building with Landsingburgh Historical Society's John Ward. Melvillesociety.org LansingburghHistoriclalsociety.org
Report Documents Problems With Chemical Recycling
November 02, 2023 21:02 - 9 minutes - 9.08 MBBeyond Plastics and IPEN (the International Pollutants Elimination Network) released “Chemical Recycling: A Dangerous Deception,” a critical examination of the technology’s long history of failure and the threats it poses to the environment, human health, and environmental justice. The report precedes the upcoming United Nations international plastics treaty talks, to be held in Nairobi, Kenya, from November 13 to 19, 2023. We hear from Judith Enck of Beyond Plastics and Lee Bell, IPEN scienc...
Interview With Performing Artist Tazi For Upcoming Event: R&B Upcut
November 01, 2023 23:36 - 7 minutes - 6.8 MBWe have a live interview with Tazi, an artist who is performing at the R&B Upcut event.
Interview With Performing Artist Tazi For Upcoming Event: RNB Upcut
November 01, 2023 23:36 - 7 minutes - 6.8 MBWe have a live interview with Tazi an artist who is Performing at RNB Upcut event.
HMM 11 - 01 - 2023
November 01, 2023 23:32 - 59 minutes - 54.4 MBToday on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, we begin with a recent Senate hearing on problems with the rollout of adult-use marijuana in New York State. Then, our peace bucket covers the Rally for a Ceasefire in Troy on Monday, October 30. Later on, Andrea Cunliffe files another report from the recent forum with Troy City Council candidates. After that, we have a live interview with Tazi, an artist who is performing at the R&B Upcut event. We finish with a segment exploring the challenges faced...
NYS Senate Hearing On Slow Rollout Of Adult Marijuana
November 01, 2023 19:49 - 9 minutes - 9.14 MBOn Monday, October 30, several New York State Senate Committtees held an eight-hour-long hearing to get feedback, by invitation only, on problems with the slow rollout of the adult recreational cannabis market. Last month the state opened licensing to big businesses from outside the state as well as existing medical marijuana companies. The change sparked an outcry from social equity applicants. Witnesses also complained about the never ending red tape, which is often new. We hear from four i...
Candidates for Troy City Council Debate on Waterfront & Revitalization
November 01, 2023 17:26 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBHudson Mohawk Magazine continues its 2023 election coverage with, Troy City Council candidates Carol Harvin and Thomas J Casey running for District 6, as well as Aaron J Vera and Darcy Cunningham Casey for District 4. They met the public with a debate on essential issues at the Italian Community Center in Troy NY. This segment was recorded on the 18th of October by Hudson Mohawk Magazines Andrea Cunliffe and Marissa Jacques. Statewide Anchor with Spectrum News coordinated this Q & A.
Troy NAACP Freedom Fund Breakfast (Guest Speaker Jennifer Burns) Pt. 4
November 01, 2023 14:10 - 10 minutes - 10 MBOn Saturday, October 7, 2023, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry attended the Troy NAACP Branch Freedom Fund Breakfast at the Italian Community Center in Troy. The guest speaker at the breakfast was Dr. Jennifer Burns, PhD and professor of History at SUNY Albany. Willie recorded her speech on the "Free Black Community In Troy, NY Before 1861." This labor segment is part four of a four-part series.
Troy NAACP Freedom Fund Breakfast (Guest Speaker Jennifer Burns) P-4
November 01, 2023 14:10 - 10 minutes - 10 MBOn Saturday, October 7, 2023, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry attended the Troy NAACP Branch Freedom Fund Breakfast at the Italian Community Center in Troy. The guest speaker at the breakfast was Dr. Jennifer Burns, PhD and professor of History at SUNY Albany. Willie recorded her speech on the "Free Black Community In Troy, NY Before 1861." This labor segment is part four of a four-part series.
HMM 10 - 31 - 2023
October 31, 2023 23:36 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, We hear from Mark Dunlea who talks with Ashley Ingram from Earthjustice on various environmental protection bills. Then, we join Andrea Cunlffe in part 1 of our coverage on the Troy City Council debates for districts 4 & 6. Later on, we hear from Sina Basila-Hickey who spoke with Laura Welch of Fehu Farm to understand more about the pagan festival, Samhain (“SOW-win”). After that, we welcome Aidan Hennessey to the Hudson Mohawk Magazine Studio to le...
Aiden Hennessey on The Dojo Beyond Time and Space
October 31, 2023 23:32 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MBAiden Hennessey sat down with Marshell Hildreth and Caelan McPherson to talk DIY performing spaces and his own DIY space, the Dojo Beyond Time and Space, and Aidens own work talking with local comedians.
Troy October 30 Rally For Ceasefire In Gaza (radio)
October 31, 2023 19:11 - 9 minutes - 9.15 MBThe Ceasefire Now Coalition held a rally in Riverfront Park in downtown Troy on Monday, October 30, to call to end to the onslaught in Gaza and to bring peace. Sponsoring groups included Jewish Voice for Peace, Palestinian Rights Committee, Troy DSA, and the Albany Green Party. We hear from Naomi Jaffe of Troy Black Lives Matter and Jewish Voices for Peace; Peter LaVenia of the Green Party; Shahenda Nassan, who had 16 relatives recently killed in Gaza; and Renee Hariton of Jewish Voice for Pe...
Troy Oct 30 Rally For Ceasefire In Gaza (full)
October 31, 2023 18:38 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBThe Ceasefire Now Coalition held a rally in Riverfront Park in downtown Troy on Monday, October 30, to call to end to the onslaught in Gaza and to bring peace. Sponsoring groups included Jewish Voice for Peace, Palestinian Rights Committe, Troy DSA and the Albany Green Party. We hear from Naomi Jaffe of Troy Black Lives Matter and Jewish Voices for Peace; Peter LaVenia of the Green Party; Shahenda Nassan, who had 16 relatives recently killed in Gaza; and Renee Hariton of Jewish Voice for Peac...
Talking With Poets: "Ghost Poems" by Dan Wilcox, James H Duncan, and Melissa Anderson
October 31, 2023 18:01 - 9 minutes - 13.5 MBThom Francis welcomes poets Dan Wilcox, James H Duncan, and Melissa Anderson, who shared their work at "Ghost Poems," a special reading event to celebrate Fall and Halloween, that took place at the Art Associates Gallery on October 27, 2022.
Troy Council Districts 4 & 6 Candidates Debate Waterfront and Revitalization
October 31, 2023 15:24 - 10 minutes - 9.16 MBHudson Mohawk Magazine continues its 2023 election coverage with, Troy city council candidates Carol Harvin and Thomas J Casey running for District 6, and Aaron J. Vera and Darcy Cunningham Casey for District 4. They met the public with a debate on essential issues at the Italian Community Center in Troy NY. This segment was recorded on the 18th of October, by Hudson Mohawk Magazines Andrea Cunliffe and Marisa Jacques. Statewide anchor with Spectrum News coordinated this Q & A session.
HMM 10 - 30 - 2023
October 31, 2023 00:17 - 58 minutes - 53.2 MBWe begin with Mark Dunlea reporting on the October 27th rally at the Capitol calling for peace in the Middle East. Then, Elizabeth “EP” Press brings us her interview with Irene Sorriento, the Republican candidate for Troy City Council’s District 5 seat. Later on, we hear about Museum Hue, a nonprofit group helping BIPOC folks start and thrive in careers in museums, art galleries, and other cultural organizations. After that, Sina Basila Hickey talks with Phyllis Galembo about her recent p...
Hugh Johnson talking Hurricanes, Local weather, and Snow
October 31, 2023 00:14 - 8 minutes - 7.45 MBHugh Johnson is back for our weekly exploration of climate and weather, this time focusing on the tropical storm that hit Acapulco, the anniversaries of a couple storms in this region, and a forecast for Halloween and beyond.
Hugh Johnson Talking Hurricanes, Local Weather, and Snow
October 31, 2023 00:14 - 8 minutes - 7.45 MBHugh Johnson is back for our weekly exploration of climate and weather, this time focusing on the tropical storm that hit Acapulco, the anniversaries of a couple storms in this region, and a forecast for Halloween and beyond.
Earthjustice Review Of 3 Environmental Bills Waiting For Gov. To Sign
October 30, 2023 18:48 - 9 minutes - 8.99 MBThe Community Gardens Protection Act, the Birds and Bees Protection Act, and the Class C-Streams Protection Act bring together a cross-cutting force of much-needed protections for pollinators, green spaces, and recreational waterways and streams. Ashley Ingram of Earthjustice discusses why it is important that Governor Hochul sign these three bills into law. With Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
Supporting BIPOC museum & arts professionals
October 30, 2023 15:33 - 9 minutes - 8.96 MBHear about Museum Hue, a nonprofit organization based in Brooklyn with a national presence that supports BIPOC folks involved in, or interested in, careers in museums and arts-related professions. Programs include "Hue-niversity" trainings to help aspiring, new, or early-career professionals. Advocacy training helps participants understand the options and considerations for advocating with public officials for support of arts in general as well as individual institutions. Sierra Van Ryck deGr...
Irene Sorriento is Running for Troy City Council District 5
October 30, 2023 00:45 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBToday on Election Watch, Elizabeth (EP) Press speaks to the Republican Candidate for Troy City Council District 5, Irene Sorriento.
Albany Rally For Ceasefire In Gaza October 27
October 29, 2023 23:00 - 9 minutes - 8.58 MBHMM covered a rally at the Capitol on Friday, October 27 that was initiated by a Pakistani PhD student at a local medical college, with support from groups like Jewish Voices for Peace and the Palestinian Rights Committee. The fate of children was on the minds of many. We hear from three speakers: Kainat Akhtar, the student who initiated the event; Tom Ellis of the Palestinian Rights Committee; and Samira Sangare of Saratoga Black Lives Matter.
HMM 10 27 2023
October 27, 2023 23:15 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, We begin with a piece from Mark Dunlea who talks to Alexis Goldsmith of Beyond Plastics about the bottle bill and packaging reduction Then, Andrea Cunliffe brings us an update on our election watch 2023 coverage Later on, we have a livestream excerpt from the activist group “All of us” After that,we have an interview from Meg Kelly on light pollution and and its impact on migratory birds Finally, we go into the archives to hear a speech on a two...
HMM 10-27-2023
October 27, 2023 23:15 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, We begin with a piece from Mark Dunlea who talks to Alexis Goldsmith of Beyond Plastics about the bottle bill and packaging reduction. Then, Andrea Cunliffe brings us an update on our Election Watch 2023 coverage . Later on, we have a livestream excerpt from the activist group All of Us. After that, we have an interview from Meg Kelly on light pollution and its impact on migratory birds. Finally, we go into the archives to hear a speech on a two-sta...
Beyond Plastics Update on Legislative Hearings on Waste Reduction
October 27, 2023 19:00 - 9 minutes - 9.13 MBThe New York State legislature held two hearings on the bottle bill and packaging reduction on October 23 and 24. Alexis Goldsmith of Beyond Plastics discusses the hearing and what key issues and questions emerged. With Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
Beyond Plastics Update On Legislative Hearings On Waste Reduction
October 27, 2023 19:00 - 9 minutes - 9.13 MBThe New York State legislature held two hearings on the bottle bill and packaging reduction on October 23 and 24. Alexis Goldsmith of Beyond Plastics discusses the hearing and what key issues and questions emerged. With Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
All Of Us - Focused Fridays
October 27, 2023 18:03 - 10 minutes - 9.18 MBSchenectady activist group All of Us is producing a livestream every other Friday morning. The stream is on Facebook Live and YouTube and features co-founders, Jamaica Miles and Shawn Young. This week's stream was titled, “Whose Imagination Are We Living In” and this is an excerpt. They can be found on Facebook or at allofusuntitledandfree.com.
Navigating Academia: Adjunct Faculty and the Struggles in Upstate New York
October 27, 2023 13:54 - 11 minutes - 15.3 MBExplore the challenges faced by adjunct faculty in Upstate New York with Skidmore Philosophy Professor, Peter Murray, and college student Karsen Cowan. We'll delve into how these conditions affect both educators and academic departments. Gain insights into the impact on higher education in the Upstate region on Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
Dim the Lights for Birds at Night
October 27, 2023 02:08 - 10 minutes - 9.59 MBWhat's the first thing you think of when you hear the term migration? Perhaps the image of a flock of geese flying in a classic “V shape” pattern comes to mind? Or maybe even the thought of changing seasons? Regardless, what is important to understand is just how significant this occurrence is to these creatures, particularly birds. As we see in many cases, the actions we take as people impact this process significantly. Meg Kelly interviewed Neil Gifford for Hudson Mohawk Magazine. Through t...
HMM 10 - 26 - 2023
October 26, 2023 23:37 - 59 minutes - 54.7 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, we begin with Mark Dunlea talking with Ron Deutsch about the NYS Budget. Then, Willie Terry takes us to the Troy NAACP Branch Freedom Fund Breakfast to hear speeches o "Free Black Community in Troy, NY Before 1861." Later on, we dive into the archives for this week's Triple E to hear from a breast cancer survivor. After that, Brea Barthel goes to the Lansingburgh branch of Troy Public Library to get some romantic Halloween book pics. Finally, we hea...
Ron Deutsch On Taxes, Spending, and NYS Budget
October 26, 2023 15:39 - 9 minutes - 9.13 MBNew York is looking at a multi-billion-dollar deficit headed into the 2024 budget year, but so far Governor Hochul is resisting any tax hikes on the wealthy or even major relief from the state's so-called rainy-day reserves. Ron Deutsch of New Yorkers for Fiscal Fairness looks at various progressive options that New York should take to handle the budget challenge. With Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
Ron Deutsch On Taxes, Spending And NYS Budget
October 26, 2023 15:39 - 9 minutes - 9.13 MBNew York is looking at a multi-billion-dollar deficit headed into the 2024 budget year but so far Governor Hochul is resisting any tax hikes on the wealthy or even major relief from the state's so-called rainy-day reserves. Ron Deutsch of New Yorkers for Fiscal Fairness looks at various progressive options that New York should take to handle the budget challenge. With Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
Troy NAACP Freedom Fund Breakfast (Guest Speaker Jennifer Burns) P-3
October 26, 2023 13:13 - 9 minutes - 9.13 MBOn Saturday, October 7, 2023, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry attended the Troy NAACP Branch Freedom Fund Breakfast at the Italian Community Center in Troy. The guest speaker at the breakfast was Dr. Jennifer Burns, PhD and professor of History at SUNY Albany. Willie recorded her speech on the "Free Black Community In Troy, NY Before 1861." This labor segment is part three of a four-part series.
Troy NAACP Freedom Fund Breakfast (Guest Speaker Jennifer Burns) Pt. 3
October 26, 2023 13:13 - 9 minutes - 9.13 MBOn Saturday, October 7, 2023, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry attended the Troy NAACP Branch Freedom Fund Breakfast at the Italian Community Center in Troy. The guest speaker at the breakfast was Dr. Jennifer Burns, PhD and professor of history at SUNY Albany. Willie recorded her speech on the "Free Black Community In Troy, NY Before 1861." This labor segment is part three of a four-part series.
Witchy Romance Novels for Halloween
October 26, 2023 12:34 - 9 minutes - 8.88 MBHear about the somewhat new genre of "witchy" romance novels and related "witch heist" (or magic heist) books, as recommended by Laurie Dreyer, manager of the Lansingburgh branch of Troy Public Library. Also hear short reflections on how romance novels may provide new approaches to examining women's power and roles in society, as well as family and "found family" relationships. Laurie also talks about the rise in interest in romance novels, even among men. Books discussed: "The Ex Hex: A Nove...
HMM 10 - 25 - 23
October 25, 2023 23:38 - 59 minutes - 54.1 MBWe begin with a report on the recent state legislative hearing on reducing packaging. Then, we have an update on the campaign to free journalist Julian Assange. Later on, Brea Barthel talks about spooky Halloween books for children and young adults. After that, Lavender files a story about the Youth FX Summer Film Program. Finally, we finish with a segment from our archives about the art of dumpster diving.
Youth FX Summer Program
October 25, 2023 22:24 - 12 minutes - 11 MBTowards the end of the 2023 summer season, Lavender spoke with Daysia Hiller & Camille Dobbs, lead educators at Youth FX, about their Youth FX Summer Film Program. Daysia and Camille shared what the program entails, how it impacts the students and the community, and how people can get involved in the organization. This segment was edited by Sanctuary Radio intern Meg Kelly.
NYS Legislative Hearing On Reducing Packaging
October 25, 2023 20:19 - 9 minutes - 9.15 MBThe NYS legislature held a hearing on October 24 to discuss a proposed law to reduce the amount of packaging in NY, particularly from plastic. We hear from Bobbi Chase Wilding of Clean and Healthy NY; Judith Enck of Beyond Plastics; and Vanessa Agudelo of the Westchester Alliance for Sustainable Solutions. By Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
Bricks Showcase Troy at Collar City Mushroom Exhibition
October 25, 2023 02:26 - 9 minutes - 9.07 MBSusan Jadlos grew up in Troy and returned after a 20 year hiatus. She has been fascinated by the Troy landscape, and she will be exhibiting photographs, a book, and collages at the exhibition opening at Collar City Mushroom that will take place on Nov. 11 at 4pm.
Bricks Showcase Troy at Collar City Mushrooms Exhibition
October 25, 2023 02:26 - 9 minutes - 9.07 MBSusan Jadlos grew up in Troy and returned after a 20-year hiatus. She has been fascinated by the Troy landscape, and she will be exhibiting photographs, a book, and collages at the exhibition opening at Collar City Mushrooms that will take place on Nov. 11 at 4pm.
HMM 10 - 24 - 2023
October 24, 2023 23:55 - 58 minutes - 54 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: First, Mark Dunlea was at the NYS Legislation hearing on the proposed bottle bill. Then, Elizabeth "EP" Press talks with Libby Post about the upcoming local elections. Later on, Andrea Cunliffe talks to Troy Savings Bank Music Hall about their upcoming celebration of 50 Years of Hip-Hop. After that, Brad Monkell talks with Grady Dixson, a local comedian from Saratoga. Finally, Thom Francis welcomes Bertha Rogers on the Talking with Poets segment.
The Saratoga Comedy Scene with Grady Dixson
October 24, 2023 23:40 - 9 minutes - 8.51 MBGrady Dixson is a regular and manager at the Comedy Works in Saratoga. Grady is opening for Chris Higgins this weekend and has also opened for heavyweights like Bobby Kelly, Jim Florentine, Rich Vos, and Gilbert Gottfried.
The Saratoga Comedy scene with Grady Dixson
October 24, 2023 23:40 - 9 minutes - 8.51 MBGrady Dixson regular and manager at the Comedy Works in Saratoga, Grady's opening for Chris Higgins this weekend, he’s opened for a lot of heavyweights including Bobby Kelly, Jim Florentine, Rich Vos, and Gilbert Gottfried
The Wildwoods Performing at Conkling Hall
October 24, 2023 23:38 - 10 minutes - 9.42 MBThe Wildwoods are a Folk/Americana trio which will be performing at Conkling Hall on October 29th. They came onto Hudson Mohawk Magazine to talk with Jacob Boston and Sina Basila Hickey about their current tour, long hours of driving, and the magic of their home state of Nebraska. https://www.thewildwoodsband.com
Hugh Johnson on El Niño and Frost
October 24, 2023 23:31 - 8 minutes - 8.01 MBRetired National Weather Service meteorologist Hugh Johnson joins us for our weekly look at weather and climate, this time talking about the unusually late initial frost in the area, and more about the impact of El Niño and other phenomena on weather.
NYS Legislative Hearing On Improving The Bottle Bill
October 24, 2023 21:03 - 9 minutes - 9.08 MBOn October 22, the NYS Legislature held a hearing on expanding the bottle bill, which was first enacted in 1982. The proposals include increasing the 5-cent deposit to 10 cents and including more types of beverage containers. We hear from Rhonda Keyser of the Brooklyn Solid Waste Advisory Board; Alexis Goldsmith of Beyond Plastics; Blair Horner of NYPIRG; and Kent Sopiris of the NYS Association of Convenience Stores. With Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
Talking With Poets: Bertha Rogers at Poets Speak Loud
October 24, 2023 18:48 - 9 minutes - 13.7 MBThom Francis welcomes Bertha Rogers, who was the featured poet at the Poets Speak Loud series at McGearys in Albany, NY on August 25, 2013. Bertha Rogers’s poems appear in journals and anthologies and the collections Wild, Again (Salmon, 2019); Heart Turned Back(Salmon, 2010); Even the Hemlock(Six Swans, 2005); The Fourth Beast(Snark, 2004); A House of Corners (Three Conditions, 2000); Sleeper, You Wake(Mellen, 1991); and What Want Brings: New & Selected Poems (Salmon, 2022). Her translation...
Libby Post Discusses Local Elections
October 24, 2023 17:55 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBLibby Post is the co-founder of Capital Women, a political action committee. She joined Elizabeth (EP) Press to discuss the candidates she supports in the upcoming local elections from Troy to Saratoga Springs.
50 Years of Hip-Hop at the Troy Music Hall
October 24, 2023 15:30 - 10 minutes - 9.18 MBThe Troy Savings Bank Music Hall celebrates 50 Years of Hip-Hop in an event featuring performances highlighting its rich history with the classic tracks and original songs. This performance features JB!! AKA Dirty Moses, Ohzhe, KATANI, DJ Nate da Great, Shiloh the Messenger and Mundy! and Victory Soul Orchestra. Jessica Bowen is in conversation about this unique event with Hudson Mohawk Magazine's Andrea Cunliffe. 50 years of Hip-Hop at the Troy Savings Bank Music Hall on October 27th during...
50 Years of HIP HOP at the Troy Music Hall
October 24, 2023 15:30 - 10 minutes - 9.18 MBThe Troy Savings Bank Music Hall celebrates 50 Years of Hip Hop in an event featuring performances highlighting its rich history with the classic tracks and original songs. This performance features JB!! Aka Dirty Moses, Ohzhe, KATANI, DJ Nate da Great, Shiloh the Messenger and Mundy! and Victory Soul Orchestra. Jessica Bowen is in conversation about this unique event with Hudson Mohawk Magazine's Andrea Cunliffe. 50 years of Hip Hop at the Troy Savings Bank Music Hall onOctober 27th during...