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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Wildwood Art Showcase at The Barn
May 25, 2023 02:37 - 9 minutes - 8.94 MBThe Wildwood Art Showcase is coming to The Barn in Albany. This one night only pop-up collaboration between Wildwood Schools and Albany Barn takes place on Thursday, May 25. The Barn’s Executive Director Casey Polomaine spoke with Sina Basila Hickey and Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine. https://albanybarn.org/blog/event/wildwood-art-showcase/?instance_id=26374
HMM 05 - 24 - 23
May 24, 2023 23:50 - 59 minutes - 54.1 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: We begin with Mark Dunlea's interview with Sean Collins of SEIU for an update on the union organizing effort at Capital Roots. Then, for our peace segment, Dan Wilcox of Veterans for Peace talks about why they are marching in Albany’s Memorial Day Parade. Later on, we have an update on the congressional reps for the Capitol District, upper Hudson Valley, and the North Country from WGXC. After that Casey Polomaine, Executive Director of The Barn, talks...
Rulison Update on Schoharie Limousine Verdict
May 24, 2023 20:03 - 9 minutes - 8.71 MBOn May 17, Nauman Hussain, the operator of the limousine company that killed 20 people in a crash in Schoharie County in 2018, was convicted on 20 counts of second-degree manslaughter. He faces up to 10 years in prison when sentenced later this month. Earlier the judge had rejected a deal negotiated by Susan Mallory, the Schoharie District Attorney, where Hussain would have avoided jail time by pleading to criminally negligent homicide. The jury took only a few hours to reach the verdict. Lar...
Full Moon Planting Party At Gabby's Garden
May 24, 2023 20:02 - 9 minutes - 9.14 MBGabby's Garden is a community garden in downtown Albany. Moses Nagel stopped by for their Full Moon planting party to talk to some of the organizers and volunteers about what's planned this season.
Veterans for Peace Marches in Albany Memorial Day Parade
May 24, 2023 17:56 - 9 minutes - 9.01 MBDan Wilcox of Veterans for Peace discusses why the group marches in the annual Memorial Day Parade in Albany and how they are received by other veteran groups and the public. VFP opposes all war, which is why Dan opposes arming any of the combatants in Ukraine. With Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
Update on Union Organizing Drive at Capitol Roots
May 24, 2023 16:47 - 9 minutes - 9.06 MBLast year the nonprofit Capitol Roots voluntarily recognized that their workers wanted to form a union after most of them signed organizing cards. But ten months later many of the workers have left or been fired and Capitol Roots are seeking to rescind their recognition of the union. Sean Collins, the organizer for SEIU Local 200United provides an update on the union organizing effort to Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
Pete Tridish Travels to Community Radio Stations as a Master Technician
May 23, 2023 23:47 - 10 minutes - 9.53 MBPete Tridish is a technician for community radio stations, most recently working in Alaska. He came onto Hudson Mohawk Magazine and spoke with Caelan McPherson and David Moore about his work, using renewable sources for radio power, and how important radio is to staying connected.
HMM 05 - 23 - 2023
May 23, 2023 23:41 - 59 minutes - 54.4 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, state lawmakers joined 100 advocates at the NY State Capitol to demand that the NYS Legislature pass the NY HEAT Act before the end of session. Mark Dunlea shares audio from various advocates from the rally. Then, Moses Nagel speaks with Terry Diggory of the Saratoga Immigration Coalition about some more compassionate ways to conceive the recent influx of asylum seekers. Later on, we talk with Pete Tridish, a technician for community radio stati...
Climate Groups Urge NYS to Pass The NY Heat Act
May 23, 2023 20:57 - 9 minutes - 8.94 MBState lawmakers joined 100 advocates at the NY State Capitol to demand that the NYS Legislature pass the NY HEAT Act before the end of session. The critical climate bill would cap energy bills at 6% of household income for low and middle income families, saving them up to $75 per month. On top of the $75 monthly savings, NY HEAT gets rid of the unfair 100 foot rule, which forces New York families to subsidize new gas hookups to the tune of $200 million every year and worsens the climate crisi...
Terry Diggory of The Saratoga Immigration Coalition on Migrants Upstate
May 23, 2023 18:00 - 9 minutes - 8.9 MBSaratoga and Rensselaer counties both declared a state of emergency last week in response to an expected influx of asylum seekers after New York City announced plans to begin bussing migrants upstate. Rumors and fear-mongering have been rampant, including at least one case in Poughkeepsie of clear fraud: officials bribing homeless men to pose as veterans displaced by incoming immigrants. Terry Diggory of the Saratoga Immigration Coalition spoke with Moses Nagel about some more compassionate w...
HMM 05 - 22 - 2023
May 23, 2023 01:15 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, We begin with a look at how Refugee & Immigrant Support Services of Emmaus helps adult newcomers to Albany adjust to a new language and culture. Then, we hear about a “Skills 4 life” job fair sponsored by the [more-ROW] Community Center, and the holistic approach they use to help job hunters. Later on, Ellie Irons, Nature Lab’s Community Science Educator, talks with Abby Kinchy about how the group “Our Soil” seeks “citizen scientists” to help with their...
Hugh Johnson on Tropical Storm Mocha and the Canadian Wildfires
May 23, 2023 01:09 - 9 minutes - 8.96 MBRetired meteorologist Hugh Johnson joins Brea Barthel and Alisha Washington for a look at the tropical storm Mocha, the Canadian wildfires, and our weather forecast for the week.
Services for Albany's "Newest Neighbors"
May 22, 2023 21:22 - 9 minutes - 9.14 MBHear how Refugee & Immigrant Support Services of Emmaus, Inc. (RISSE) helps adult migrants adjust to life in a new language and culture. Kaira Kristbergs, director of Adult Education, describes the variety of supports provided to help people with the transition in language, job hunting, and more. Her team helps about 250 people a week, from 29 countries, speaking 26 different primary languages. She also notes various ways that volunteers can help in the efforts, and invites folks to stop by t...
Moreau Community Center Skills4Life Job Fair
May 22, 2023 19:22 - 9 minutes - 13.1 MBOn May 18th Moreau Community Center hosted the first Skills4Life job fair offering a holistic approach to getting people back to work. I spoke with the community center director and a few tabling organizations with the goal of seeking out pathways and pipelines for individuals to find their way back to gainful employment. Cheryl Lawyer, Director of Marketing and Outreach. Ron Richard, CEO of RASP. Jennifer McCloskey, Director of Saratoga County Department of Employment, Training and Developm...
HMM 05 - 19 - 23
May 19, 2023 23:10 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: We begin with coverage of the Center for Law and Justice forum for an update on the case of Jordan Young, who was shot by Albany Police on January 22nd, 2022. Then, we hear from Capital Region activist Noor and fellow organizer Daisy Cruz who have joined forces to organize around issues of family and parental custody. Later on, Garrett McCarey speaks with Anthony Riddle from the BRIC Arts Media Center in Brooklyn, about the proposed Community Media Rei...
Meet Our Garden Ambassador, Sienna
May 19, 2023 22:31 - 9 minutes - 8.89 MBIt's the first day of open garden hours, so let's go to Collard City Growers to see what's going on. Sina Basila Hickey went over to talk about what's current in the garden and to introduce us to the new Garden Ambassador, Sienna.
Meet Our Garden Ambassador, Sienna Thiem
May 19, 2023 22:31 - 9 minutes - 8.89 MBIt's the first day of open garden hours, so let's go to Collard City Growers to see what's going on. Sina Basila Hickey went over to talk about what's current in the garden and to introduce us to the new Garden Ambassador, Sienna Thiem.
Our Soil Seeks Citizen Scientists
May 19, 2023 22:08 - 9 minutes - 9.03 MBOur Soil Seeks Citizen Scientists by anctuary Radio mediasanctuary.org WOOC 105.3 FM Troy
Family Issues and Parental Custody
May 19, 2023 21:42 - 10 minutes - 10 MBHizb Al Adl Madre Carinosa is a grassroots organization focusing on issues around families, especially when parental rights are taken away. One of the organizers is from the capital region. They spoke with Sina Basila Hickey about the work they're doing, the story that started their work, and their mission. They are currently working on a manifesto that will be available soon.
Asylum Seekers Coming to Albany
May 19, 2023 19:23 - 10 minutes - 9.25 MBDaniel Butterworth, executive director of Refugee & Immigrant Support Services of Emmaus (RISSE) in Albany, notes that the Capital District has already seen an influx of asylum seekers from the Southern border, and expects to see more coming. He explains the differences between asylum seekers and refugees, and says that local organizations and government offices are creating a coalition to coordinate a compassionate and sustainable welcome. Learn about how RISSE is seeking bilingual Spanish/...
NAACP Youth Council
May 19, 2023 15:53 - 9 minutes - 9.1 MBNAACP Troy Branch recently established their first Youth Council, making history! Youth in Troy, 25 and under, run the youth council with adult advisors. Shania Jackson, one of the advisors to the Youth Council, spoke with Sina Basila Hickey and H Bosh Jr for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
HMM 5-18-23
May 18, 2023 23:31 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: We begin with Mark Dunlea’s report on Earthjustice’s support of legislation to Protect Community Gardens on Public Land. Then, Andrea Cunliffe shares highlights from Tuesday’s Troy Community Police Partnership event. Later on, H Bosh Jr welcomes back Jasenya McCauley of Styld n’ EMRGD for part 2 of Triple E’s. After that, Willie Terry brings us 'Industrial Workers of the World' event, honoring Irish revolutionary, labor leader, and martyr for Ireland'...
Community Media Reinvestment Act
May 18, 2023 18:41 - 9 minutes - 8.26 MBHMM Occasional Correspondent Garrett McCarey speaks with Anthony Riddle, from BRIC Arts Media Center in Brooklyn, about the proposed Community Media Reinvestment Act legislation which would benefit local media centers and local producers. For additional information go to Alliance for Community Media New York at acmny.org. Be sure to ask your State Senator or Assemblyperson about the Community Media Reinvestment Act.
Troy Community and Police Partnership Event
May 18, 2023 17:58 - 10 minutes - 9.16 MBTroy Community Police Partnership held an event under the banner of 'A More Welcoming, Inclusive & Safer Troy' on May 16th 2023. Hudson Mohawk Magazines correspondent Andrea Cunliffe was present to bring us this report. Troy community members and the Troy Police were in dialogue for "A Community and Partnership". Protesters, attendees, committee participants, and general citizens all had their say along with Police Chief DeWolf and Mayor Patrick Madden in this on-site recording. The Troy Po...
Center for Law and Justice Update on Jordan Young and Albany Police
May 18, 2023 14:31 - 9 minutes - 9.04 MBSince being shot by the Albany Police on January 24, 2022 as part of an illegal stop while out walking his dog, Jordan Young, a father of two young children, has had to undergo 22 life-saving surgeries to repair abdominal organs shattered by the Police Officer’s bullets. The District Attorney has been seeking a 7-year prison term for Young, who suffers from mental illness, for allegedly taking out a knife when confronted by the police. The Center for Law and Justice (cflj.org)held a forum on ...
HMM 05 - 17 - 2023
May 17, 2023 23:34 - 59 minutes - 54.6 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, We begin with an overview of the May 25 NY Renews push for state climate legislation. Then, for our peace bucket, we get an update on this June’s third annual FlagSSS Day. Later on, Willie Terry covers a Wobbly event about Irish revolutionary and labor leader,James Connolly– After that, we hear about ticks in the Capital District and the Hudson Valley from our sister radio station WGXC. Finally, Lavender talks with independent vendors about keepin...
Earthjustice Wants NYS Lawmakers to Protect Community Gardens on Public Land
May 17, 2023 21:16 - 9 minutes - 8.86 MBEarthjustice is helping with a coalition effort to pass state legislation (A4139A/S629A) to provide additional protection for community gardens located on public property. Alexis Andiman and Ashley Ingram, two Sustainable Food and Farming program attorneys with Earthjustice, talk with Mark Dunlea of the Hudson Mohawk Magazine. Photo - Sorangel Liriano, Earthjustice
Flagsss Day 2023
May 17, 2023 19:49 - 10 minutes - 9.85 MBThe FlagSSS Day Collective is at it again with another installment of FlagSSS Day coming up on June 10, 2023. But, first, they are hosting some flag-making workshops. Hear all about this year's activities with Hana van der Kolk, Angela Beallor, and Elizabeth Press (EP).
Tropical Storms, Smoke, and Freezing Forecast.
May 17, 2023 18:11 - 10 minutes - 9.36 MBRetired meteorologist Hugh Johnson returns for our weekly look at climate and weather. He spoke with Hudson Mohawk Magazine's Brea Barthel and Alisha Washington about tropical storms, smoke in our environment, and the week’s forecast.
Cohen of Citizen Action Outlines NY Renews Climate Agenda
May 17, 2023 17:04 - 9 minutes - 9.02 MBWith only three weeks left to this year's legislative session, there are still critical bills that the climate movement wants lawmakers to act on before their six-month break. On May 25 at noon, Citizen Action, PAUSE, and many other local groups will gather at the State Street entrance to the Capitol to support the passage of NY Renews' climate agenda including the NY Heat Act. Bob Cohen of Citizen Action outlines other key issues such as the 100% Renewable Capitol Bill and the Climate Super...
James Connolly Memorial 5/12, Troy (Greg Giorgio, IWW Upstate Delegate)
May 17, 2023 13:09 - 10 minutes - 9.33 MBOn Friday, May 12, 2023, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry attended memorial ceremonies by the Upstate Branch of the 'Industrial Workers of the World' event, honoring Irish revolutionary, labor leader, and martyr for Ireland's independence, James Connolly and some of their fallen with songs and speeches. The ceremony took place in downtown Troy Riverfront Park. In this labor segment, Willie interviews Greg Giorgio, IWW upstate NY Delegate, about James Connolly's ...
James Connolly Memorial Ceremony by Upstate NY IWW,
May 17, 2023 12:46 - 10 minutes - 9.29 MBOn Friday, May 12, 2023, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry attended memorial ceremonies by the Upstate Branch of the 'Industrial Workers of the World' event, honoring Irish revolutionary, labor leader, and martyr for Ireland's independence, James Connolly and some of their fallen with songs and speeches. The ceremony took place in downtown Troy Riverfront Park. In this labor segment, Willie recorded some of the highlights from the event.
HMM 05 - 16 - 2023
May 17, 2023 00:20 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea heads to the Albany Tulip Fest to talk to different organizations. Then, Albany Community Action Partnership joins us to talk about their upcoming Community Appreciation Block Party Later on, Wednesday, at People’s Health Sanctuary, there will be an event “Doing Death Justice: How to Get the End of Life Care You Want and Deserve” After that, we speak with Reif Larsen about the upcoming event “Beyond the 15-Minute City: Making Sma...
Albany Community Action Partnership
May 17, 2023 00:14 - 10 minutes - 9.62 MBAlbany Community Action Partnership by anctuary Radio mediasanctuary.org WOOC 105.3 FM Troy
Beyond the 15-Minute City: Making Small Cities Walkable
May 16, 2023 23:59 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBHow do we redesign our smaller cities to be walkable, rideable places, suitable and accessible at a human scale? This is one of the questions that The Future of Small Cities Institute is asking at the upcoming event “Doing Death Justice: How to Get the End of Life Care You Want and Deserve.” HMM's Sina Basila Hickey spoke with Institute founder Reif Larsen. The event takes place on Thursday, May 25, 2023, from 6:00 - 7:30PM. For more info visit https://www.futureofsmallcities.org/events/be...
Talking Exchange Students, Current Writing Projects, and Local Poets' Books with Therese Broderick
May 16, 2023 20:36 - 9 minutes - 13.5 MBLast week, in the first part of my conversation with Therese Broderick, we talked about what inspired her poem, "The Daughter on Sunday Display," traveling with her husband, and how poetry fits into everyday life around the world. In this second part of our chat, we talk about how rap music brings poetry to many worldwide, exchange students, what she's currently working on, and her amazing and ever-growing library of local poets' books.
Zero Waste, Palestinian Rights, & Labor at The Tulip Festival
May 16, 2023 18:54 - 9 minutes - 9.07 MBOn Mother's Day, May 14, 2023, tens of thousands of Capital District residents flocked to the annual Tulip Festival in Albany’s Washington Park. In part two of our coverage of various causes being promoted at the event, we talk with Tina Lieberman of Zero Waste, Tom Ellis of the Palestinian Rights Committee, and Doug Bollock at the Albany Central Federation of Labor. By Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
HMM 05 - 15 - 23
May 16, 2023 12:46 - 59 minutes - 54.1 MBHMM 05 - 15 - 23 by anctuary Radio mediasanctuary.org WOOC 105.3 FM Troy
Foraged Festival is Back in Troy
May 15, 2023 21:02 - 10 minutes - 9.18 MBForaged Fest is coming to Troy for its second year, and this year the festival will take place in Albany, too! Founder and Director Nadine Medina spoke with Hudson Mohawk Magazine producers Gabe Cruz-Allen and Sina Basila Hickey about the festival, plant identification, and some common foraged plants in your backyard.
The RED Bookshelf
May 15, 2023 19:18 - 10 minutes - 9.3 MBHear how Batman, Nightwing, and many volunteers work through the nonprofit RED Bookshelf to encourage literacy and community service in youth throughout Albany. Programs include providing free books in locations such as City Hall, barber shops, and others. The program also runs a summer literacy camp, a "Superhero Academy," and even a business literacy program. "Nightwing," the Literacy Innovator, talks of how he connects reading with facets of everyday life to encourage kids to Read Every Da...
Ukranian Solidarity And NYCLU Immigrant Rights At Tulip Festival
May 15, 2023 18:38 - 9 minutes - 8.5 MBOn Mother's Day, April 14, 2023, tens of thousands of Capital District residents flocked to the annual Tulip Festival in Albany’s Washington Park. Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine interviewed five of the groups tabling. In part one, he talked to several groups tabled under the umbrella of 518Ukranians.com. This included Dr. Baran of the Ukranian Congress Committee. The third speaker was Melanie Trimble of the New York Civil Liberties Union, who talked about immigrant rights issues, inc...
Jails Justice Day May 16
May 15, 2023 16:51 - 10 minutes - 9.57 MBWhat do you know about how our local jails are run? Jails Justice Network is a grassroots campaign raising awareness about county jails across New York State and pushing for better legislation. Naomi Jaffe spoke to Elizabeth Press (EP) about Jails Justice Day hosted by the Jails Justice Network.
Mental Health Empowerment Project And Community Cookout
May 15, 2023 10:54 - 10 minutes - 9.29 MBOn Wednesday, May 17, the Empowerment Exchange is hosting a Community Cookout at their Troy location at 2136 Burdette Ave. In advance of the event Blaise Bryant spoke with Rob Rogers and Zach Garafalo from the Mental Health Empowerment Project to discuss their event and services.
Part 1- TripleEs Jasenya McCauley 5 - 11 - 23
May 13, 2023 05:43 - 9 minutes - 8.98 MBH Bosh Jr interviews Jasenya McCauley, owner of Styld n’ EMRGD servicing individuals and professionals with image consulting, fashion styling, and wardrobe management needs.
HMM 05 - 12 - 23
May 13, 2023 04:34 - 59 minutes - 54.3 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: We begin with Mark Dunlea speaking with Canyon Ryan about the New York State budget and the topic of affordable housing in Albany. Then, we hear from Elizabeth (EP) Press who spoke with Assembly member Sarahana Shrestha about the recently passed New York State budget. Later on, Andrea Cunliffe has a conversation with Richard Hoehler, the instructor behind an upcoming performance by incarcerated people at Otisville State Prison. After that, Sina Basila...
Friday House Concert at The Storefront
May 12, 2023 23:55 - 10 minutes - 9.42 MBNiki Kaos is the manager and opening talent at the house concert featuring Jennifer Tefft at The Storefont @344 2nd Street, South Troy. On Friday, May 12th at 7pm, the two women will reunite to rock the audience. Kaos spoke with H Bosh Jr and Sina Basila Hickey for Hudson Mohawk Magazine. Find 344 2nd Street (518HOME)on Facebook. The Storefront The Storefront - Troy 344 2nd Street Troy, NY, 12180
"Interviewing the Sidewalk" on 3rd St. in Troy
May 12, 2023 23:46 - 10 minutes - 9.17 MBAs Artist-in-Residence at FOCUS Lab, Jack Magai created a way to experience Troy’s 3rd Street in a new way. The project is called “Interviewing the Sidewalk.” Sina Basila Hickey recorded the experience. More information at: https://www.focuslivinglab.com
'Standing on the Shouldes of Giants' at Otisville with Richard Hoehler
May 12, 2023 21:11 - 10 minutes - 9.57 MBActor Director Writer Teacher Richard Hoehler created and continues with the Otisville Theatre Workshop at the Otisville Correctional Facility. Here he provides an opportunity explore the world of theatre for those incarcerated. He speaks with Andrea Cunliffe Arts Correspondence from Hudson Mohawk Magazine. STANDING ON THE SHOULDERS OF GIANTS at Otisville State Prison their first live production in four years! The extraordinary cast is performing works by Tennessee Williams, Sam Shepard,...
"Standing on the Shoulders of Giants" at Otisville Correctional Facility
May 12, 2023 21:11 - 10 minutes - 9.57 MBActor, director, writer, and teacher Richard Hoehler created the Otisville Theatre Workshop at the Otisville Correctional Facility, providing an opportunity to explore the world of theatre for those incarcerated. He speaks with Hudson Mohawk Magazine's Arts Correspondent Andrea Cunliffe about the production of "Standing on the Shoulders of Giants" at Otisville State Prison, their first live production in four years! The extraordinary cast performs works by Tennessee Williams, Sam Shepard, Eu...
United Tenants' Update On NYS Good Cause Eviction Bill
May 12, 2023 19:02 - 9 minutes - 8.84 MBThe state budget was a month late and failed to resolve the issue of how to expand affordable housing in New York. Lawmakers have less than a month to agree on a package of housing reforms, including the Good Cause Eviction law to protect tenants. Canyon Ryan of United Tenants of Albany discusses the issue with Mark Dunlea of the Hudson Mohawk Magazine.