Hudson Mohawk Magazine
7,181 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 7 hours 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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Habitat for Humanity of Schenectady County to host Women Build events May 2024
March 12, 2024 15:31 - 9 minutes - 9.03 MBHabitat for Humanity of Schenectady County will host a series of "Women Build" dates for women-identifying people to learn construction skills and support new homeowners in their community. Kerrie Wolf-Piechota, Director of Resource Development for Habitat joins KP Holler to talk about the initiative.
Habitat for Humanit of Schenectady County to host Women Build events May 2024
March 12, 2024 15:31 - 9 minutes - 9.03 MBHabitat for Humanity of Schenectady County will host a series of "Women Build" dates for women identifying people to learn construction skills and support new homeowners in their community. Kerrie Wolf-Piechota, Director of Resource Development for Habitat joins KP Holler to talk about the initiative.
Comedian Dan Geurin on Albany Scene
March 12, 2024 12:39 - 10 minutes - 9.45 MBComedian Dan Geurin talks about his years of experience in the Albany comedy scene and his upcoming shows in the area. He spoke with Brad Monkell for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
HMM 03 - 11 - 24
March 11, 2024 23:12 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, We start off with KP Holler’s conversation with Liz Reiss, CEO of the Arts Center of the Capital Region, about the rally at the Capitol on March 19th advocating for more money in the state budget to support the arts. Then, we hear about two great events coming up in Saratoga this weekend for woodworkers and anyone who appreciates the craft: the Woodworkers Showcase and the Totally Turning Symposium. After that, retired meteorologist Hugh Johnson joins us...
Fostering Cultural Sensitivity within Israel
March 11, 2024 21:52 - 10 minutes - 10.1 MBPart 2 of interview with Shirah Ozery. She shares how her life experiences have shaped her perspective of diversity and cultural inclusion. She also discusses the children's book that she recently published, that she started 50 years ago. Produced by Marsha Lazarus
Rally For NYS Arts Funding Scheduled for March 19, 2024.
March 11, 2024 17:13 - 10 minutes - 9.51 MBThe proposed New York state budget includes a 56% cut in funding for the arts. A rally to call for additional arts funding will be held on March 19, 2024 at the state capital. Liz Reiss, CEO of the Arts Center of the Capital Region and President of Arts New York State joins KP Holler to discuss.
Rally For NYS Arts Funding on March 19, 2024.
March 11, 2024 17:13 - 10 minutes - 9.51 MBThe proposed New York state budget includes a 56% cut in funding for the arts. A rally to call for additional arts funding will be held on March 19, 2024 at the state capital. Liz Reiss, CEO of the Arts Center of the Capital Region and President of Arts New York State joins KP Holler to discuss.
"Hands off Rafah" Rally in Troy
March 11, 2024 02:18 - 8 minutes - 7.6 MBOn March 2nd, 2024, Troy came out to protest asking for a ceasefire in Gaza. Lennox Apudo was on the scene reporting for Hudson Mohawk Magazine and spoke with David who attended the protest as well as a speech by the MC Amani O. from Troy for Black Lives.
"Hands of Rafah" Rally in Troy
March 11, 2024 02:18 - 8 minutes - 7.6 MBOn March 2nd, 2024, Troy came out to protest asking for a ceasefire in Gaza. Lennox Apudo was on the scene reporting for Hudson Mohawk Magazine and spoke with David who attended the protest as well as a speech by the MC Amani O. from Troy for Black Lives.
Woodworking Events March 23-24
March 10, 2024 18:12 - 10 minutes - 9.18 MBDo you enjoy seeing beautiful wood pieces? Are you thinking of trying your hand at woodworking? Or maybe you already have a wood shop but want to improve your skills? If you love wood in any way, here's info on two events to check out! The organization Northeastern Woodworkers Association will be presenting their annual Showcase and Totally Turning programs on March 23-24. David Rustin explains that the Showcase features workshops, demonstrations, hands-on training, a gallery of amazing work,...
HMM 03 - 08 - 24
March 09, 2024 00:10 - 58 minutes - 53.6 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: First, Lennox Apudo brings us coverage from a March 2 protest calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. Then, Willie Terry interviews Rev. Liz Theoharis as part of his coverage from the March 2 Mass Poor People's State of the State Assembly. Later on, March 1st was the Disability Day of Mourning, and we replay Blaise Bryant’s interview with Katy Carroll about its significance. After that, a Skidmore Class called American Tastes created stories for HMM, and th...
Celebrating International Women's Day
March 08, 2024 23:15 - 10 minutes - 10 MBShirah Ozery is a storyteller with a passion for connecting cultures in Israel. Shirah shares her story of emigrating to Israel 50 years ago from Valley Stream, L.I. She talks about her work with immigrants, refugees and others living in Israel, and her passion for recognizing the unique stories and cultures of each group. This is part 1. Produced by Marsha Lazarus
American Tastes: Maple Syrup as a Hobby
March 08, 2024 21:59 - 10 minutes - 9.24 MBMaple syrup was first discovered by Indigenous people in what is now North America and has become a popular hobby for many. Skidmore student Maya Balaban created this story for their American Tastes course. American Tastes, with Dr. Beck Krefting at Skidmore College, is an interdisciplinary analysis of the evolution of US cuisines, foodways (these are diverse) and food politics.
American Tastes: Maple Syrup has Indigenous History
March 08, 2024 21:59 - 10 minutes - 9.24 MBMaple syrup was first discovered by Indigenous people in what is now North America and sugaring has become a popular hobby for many. Produced by Skidmore student Maya Balaban for the course American Tastes. American Tastes is a course with Dr. Beck Krefting at Skidmore College, an interdisciplinary exploration of the evolution of US cuisines, foodways (these are diverse) and food politics.
HMM 03 - 07 - 24
March 08, 2024 00:55 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: First, Sina Basila Hickey spoke with students at Skidmore College who are working on their Capstone project to make green spaces more available to Albany residents. Then, Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry covers the Mass Poor People's State of the State Assembly that was on Saturday, March 2, 2024 at the First Presbyterian Church. Later on, H Bosh Jr speaks with Kevin Pryor, who was appointed by Mayor Carmella Montello as Troy's first African ...
Green Space Survey for Albany
March 08, 2024 00:43 - 10 minutes - 9.74 MBEnvironmental studies students at Skidmore College are working on research focused on people's access to green open spaces and green roofs. Sina Basila Hickey spoke with two of the students about their research and the research they are collecting. Albany residents can fill out this survey and be entered into a gift card raffle: bit.ly/albanygreenspace
Afterlife: a Ghost Story Opens March 8 at Cohoes Music Hall
March 07, 2024 20:45 - 10 minutes - 9.56 MBCreative License, a boutique theatre company based at the Cohoes Music Hall, is mounting their most technically challenging production yet. Co-directors Casey Polomaine and Aaron Holbritter sit down with KP Holler to discuss Afterlife: a ghost story, which opens at Cohoes Music Hall on March 8, 2024.
Afterlife: a ghost stoy opens March 8 at Cohoes Music Hall
March 07, 2024 20:45 - 10 minutes - 9.56 MBCreative License, a boutique theatre company based at the Cohoes Music Hall, is mounting their most technically challenging production yet. Co-directors Casey Polomaine and Aaron Holbritter sit down with KP Holler to discuss Afterlife: a ghost story, which pens at Cohoes Music Hall on March 8, 2024.
Public Info Session on Closure of Burdett Birth Center Session Part 1
March 07, 2024 18:49 - 8 minutes - 8.11 MBHundreds of people gathered at Hudson Valley Community College for a public forum with officials from St. Peter’s Health Partners to hear about and ask questions about the proposed closure of Burdett Birth Center on June 30, 2024. In this clip we hear from Dr. Stephen Hanks the President and CEO for St. Joseph’s Health and St. Peter's Health Partners explaining the planned closure of Burdett Birth Center and Assemblymember John T. McDonald III reading a letter from several local elected offi...
Troy Calls for "Hands Off Raffah"
March 07, 2024 05:20 - 9 minutes - 8.89 MBOn March 2, 2024, there was a global action to call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. In Troy, more than 800 people showed up in the rain to chant, hold signs, and connect with other community members. Sina Basila Hickey spoke with Troy 4 Black Lives member Naomi Jaffe, Equality for Troy Director Tasheca Medina, a first time protest attendee, and a Muslim community member about the rally and the situation in Gaza.
"Fun Home" Musical Coming to Schenectady
March 07, 2024 05:14 - 10 minutes - 9.43 MB“Fun Home” is a musical adapted from Alison Bechdel's graphic novel memoir by the same name. “Fun Home” will run at Schenectady Light Opera Company March 15th-24th, and Director Francesco Carlo Archina and Music Director Emily Rose Rivera spoke with Jakoby and Sina for Hudson Mohawk Magazine. More info: http://sloctheater.org/project/fun-home/
Gala to End Plastic Pollution with Guest Jane Fonda
March 07, 2024 04:38 - 10 minutes - 9.2 MBBeyond Plastics is hosting a virtual gala on Thursday March 7, 2024 to support their work to end plastic pollution with special guest Jane Fonda, the award-winning actor, producer, author, and environmental advocate. Alexis Goldsmith, Beyond Plastic's National Organizing Director, spoke with Jakoby and Sina Basila Hickey for Hudson Mohawk Magazine. More information: https://www.beyondplastics.org/events/february-2024-jane-fonda-gala
Beyond Plastics Gala 03 - 06 - 24
March 07, 2024 04:38 - 10 minutes - 9.2 MBBeyond Plastics is hosting a virtual gala on Thursday March 7, 2024 to support their work to end plastic pollution with special guest Jane Fonda, the award-winning actor, producer, author, and environmental advocate. Alexis Goldsmith, Beyond Plastic's National Organizing Director, spoke with Jakoby and Sina Basila Hickey for Hudson Mohawk Magazine. More information: https://www.beyondplastics.org/events/february-2024-jane-fonda-gala
HMM 03 - 06 - 24
March 07, 2024 04:33 - 56 minutes - 52 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Beyond Plastics is hosting a virtual event with activist and actress Jane Fonda, and Alexis Goldsmith will join us to give us details. Then, we hear some excerpts from last Saturday’s rally in Troy calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. Later on, KP Holler speaks with BronxNet executive director, Michael Max Knobbe, about the Community Media Reinvestment Act. After that, we’ll hear about the upcoming production of “Fun Home,” a musical ad...
March 2nd, 2024, Poor People's State of the State Assembly (Part 2)
March 06, 2024 20:37 - 10 minutes - 9.67 MBOn Saturday, March 2, 2024, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry attended the Mass Poor People's State of the State Assembly at the First Presbyterian Church at 362 State Street in Albany, New York. In this part two labor segment, Willie interviewed Rev. Liz Theoharis, NYS National Co-Chair for the Poor People's Campaign, and recorded her comments on the reasons for the march and assembly.
March 2nd, 2024, Poor People's State of the State Assembly (Part 1)
March 06, 2024 20:30 - 10 minutes - 9.25 MBOn Saturday, March 2, 2024, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry attended the Mass Poor People's State of the State Assembly at the First Presbyterian Church at 362 State Street in Albany, New York. In this part one labor segment, Willie recorded excerpts from the assembly of speakers from the Jewish for Peace and NYS Poor People's Campaign, Tri-Chair Rev. Joe Paparone, about the reason for the March 2nd event.
YWCA Hosts Bread & Roses: International Women's Day Luncheon
March 06, 2024 04:23 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBThe YWCA will be serving a casual lunch of soup and bread on International Women's Day at their Bread & Roses event. Jamie Crouse of YWCA-GCR visited the studio of Hudson Mohawk Magazine to speak with Caelan McPherson and Sina Basila Hickey about the history of the YWCA, the launch of Amy Halloran's zine on the history of Troy's YWCA, and why people should attend this event. Learn more here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bread-roses-international-womens-day-luncheon-tickets-827263265697?aff=od...
HMM 03 - 05 - 24
March 06, 2024 01:37 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Sina Basila Hickey reports on Riverkeeper and other environmental advocacy groups pushing for a “not protective” determination at this point in the Hudson River cleanup of PCBs. Then, we hear the last of the Black History Month discussions by All of Us. Later on, Jamie Crouse of the YWCA tells us about the upcoming Bread & Roses event, an International Women's Day luncheon. After that, Brad Monkell brings us another hilarious comedy interview, t...
Community Media Reinvestment Act with Michael Max Knobbe of BronxNet
March 05, 2024 21:49 - 10 minutes - 9.57 MBBronxNet executive director, Michael Max Knobbe, joins HMM producer KP Holler to discuss the importance of the Community Media Reinvestment Act, a proposed bill that would establish a tax on direct broadcast satellite services and video streaming services and establish the community media reinvestment fund in NYS.
Talking With Poets: Mary Panza & Charlie Rossiter at Poets Speak Loud
March 05, 2024 19:57 - 10 minutes - 13.8 MBThom Francis welcomes Mary Panza and Charlie Rossiter to Poets Speak Loud stage at McGeary's for the annual Tom Nattell Memorial Reading and Beret Toss on January 28, 2019. Mary Panza was the host for the long-running Poets Speak Loud series, shared a newer piece “No One Escapes the Pain of Being a Person” then on to a couple of older pieces, the memoir of herself over time “Those Black & White Photos,” and then her response to an interviewers question “Why Poetry?” Charlie Rossiter, who ru...
All Of Us on Black Representation
March 05, 2024 19:17 - 10 minutes - 9.16 MBIn the final All Of Us Black History Month Discussion, Co-founder and Schenectady School Board Member, Jamaica Miles, hosts a roundtable on black representation. The guests include Troy educator, artist, activist and 2021 City Council Candidate, Danielle Colin ; Albany Community Police Review Board Member, Paul Kane aka Paul “Batman” Collins-Hackett; Schenectady City Council Member, Damonni Farley; and Schenectady City Council President Marion Porterfield. Miles begins by asking Kane to plac...
All Of Us- Black Representation
March 05, 2024 19:17 - 10 minutes - 9.16 MBIn the final All Of Us Black History Month Discussion, Co-founder and Schenectady School Board Member, Jamaica Miles, hosts a roundtable on black representation. The guests include Troy educator, artist, activist and 2021 City Council Candidate, Danielle Colin ; Albany Community Police Review Board Member, Paul Kane aka Paul “Batman” Collins-Hackett; Schenectady City Council Member, Damonni Farley; and Schenectady City Council President Marion Porterfield . Ms. Miles begins by asking Kane to...
Comedian Usama Siddiquee on Appearing on America's Got Talent
March 05, 2024 19:13 - 10 minutes - 9.31 MBComedian Usama Siddiquee talks about his appearance on America's Got Talent and his upcoming show at The Lark Street Tavern in Albany
Usama Siddiquee Interview
March 05, 2024 19:13 - 10 minutes - 9.31 MBComedian Usama Siddiquee talks about his appearance on America's Got Talent and his upcoming show at The Lark Street Tavern in Albany
HMM 03 - 04 - 24
March 05, 2024 01:56 - 58 minutes - 53.6 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, we hear about a grant that Albany’s Radix Ecological Sustainability Center received recently that will support their work on “river regeneration.” Then, Elizabeth “EP” Press reports on a March 3rd gathering in Troy to remember Nex Benedict, a 16-year-old non-binary student who died after an incident at their high school on February 7th. Later on, retired meteorologist Hugh Johnson joins us for our weekly look at weather and climate, this time foc...
Retired meteorologist Hugh Johnson on warm winter
March 05, 2024 01:51 - 8 minutes - 7.41 MBHugh Johnson discuss our warm winter we are having and how it is affecting wildfires in other parts of the country. Brea Barthel and Lennox Apudo talked to Hugh to find out more
Finding a pluralistic society: “The Best Thing about Coming to America!”
March 05, 2024 00:42 - 10 minutes - 9.99 MBAliya Saeed discusses her journey of finding diversity in America...and finding ways to embrace it. She talks about being part of Sisterhood of Salaam Shalom and how it has been a comfort to her. She also talks about the meaning of Ramadan and her hope for the people of Gaza. Part 2 of interview with Aliya Saeed, produced by Marsha Lazarus
Capital Region Rally to Remember Nex Benedict
March 04, 2024 16:44 - 10 minutes - 9.61 MBNex Benedict was a 16-year-old non-binary student who died after an incident at their high school on February 7, 2024. On Sunday March 3, people gathered in Troy's Riverfront Park for a vigil for Nex. Elizabeth (EP) Press was there and spoke to Madison Albright about why they organized this vigil. We also hear from Capital Pride Center Executive Director Nathaniel Gray and Collar City Pride founder, Meagon Nolasco.
Riverkeeper Pushes for “Not Protective” Determination on PCB Cleanup
March 04, 2024 03:34 - 9 minutes - 8.77 MBEvery five years, the Environmental Protection Agency is required to review the Hudson River PCB cleanup process and determine if it is complete or if there is more to be done. In February, Riverkeeper stood alongside U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and other environmental leaders and groups to urge the Environmental Protection Agency to render a “not protective” determination in its upcoming review of the cleanup’s effectiveness. Riverkeeper Staff Attorney Drew Gamils spoke with HMM's Sina B...
The Radix Center Receives Grant for “Renewable Remediation for River Regeneration”
March 04, 2024 02:54 - 9 minutes - 9.04 MBSolar pontoon boats, artificial floating wetlands, and folding kayaks is some of what Radix Center will be able to fund with a recent grant to continue their “Renewable Remediation for River Regeneration” project. Scott Kellogg and Korinna Morino spoke with Sina Basila Hickey about the Regeneration project, their farm share, and upcoming Earth Day activities.
HMM 03 - 01 - 24
March 02, 2024 00:11 - 58 minutes - 54 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: First, Blair Horner of NYPIRG discusses the approval of updated district lines for the Congressional district. Then, Lavonia Mallory talks with the owner of Heaven-on-earth beauty salon, Kerry-Ann A. as part of her series titled “Reclaiming History.” Later on, Sina Basila Hickey speaks with Dan Falkenstrom of the Tech Center of Gravity to speak about maker spaces and the Small Business Support Program. After that, Willie Terry speaks with Brother X ab...
Tech Valley Center of Gravity, a Makerspace in Downtown Troy
March 01, 2024 22:23 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBYou may have passed Tech Valley Center of Gravity in downtown Troy, but do you know what they’re actually about? Sina Basila Hickey spoke with Operations Director Dan Falkenstrom to talk about about what TVCOG is and their Small Business Support Program.
Women's History Month: Aliya Saeed Part 1
March 01, 2024 22:10 - 10 minutes - 9.66 MBCelebrating Women's History Month: Aliya Saeed takes us on her journey of becoming a psychiatrist and the gratification that she finds working with people in prison. She also shares her perspective on having empathy and the role that it plays in her work. Part 1 of interview with Aliya Saeed, produced by Marsha Lazarus
Troy Calls for Ceasefire in Gaza in Global Action
March 01, 2024 00:25 - 9 minutes - 8.65 MBThis Saturday, March 2 is a global day of action demanding HANDS OFF RAFAH! Calling for a Cease fire in Gaza. Organizing the action in Troy is Troy 4 Black Lives, and member Naomi Jaffe spoke with Sina Basila Hickey for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
The Hagen Quartet is “the Pinnacle of Musicality”
March 01, 2024 00:21 - 9 minutes - 6.28 MBDeclared “the pinnacle of musicality” by Die Presse, the Hagen Quartet comes to Albany featuring famous works by Haydn, Beethoven, and more. Here Rainer Schmidt, violinist, joins Andrea Cunliffe to talk about this world renown chamber quartet. The Hagen Quartet members are Lukas, Veronika, and Clemens Hagen, all siblings, who have been performing together nearly their whole lives; Rainer Schmidt joined the group in 1987. They have the archetype of sound quality, ensemble playing, and genui...
HMM 02 - 29 - 24
March 01, 2024 00:17 - 59 minutes - 54.3 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: First, Blaise Bryant previews an upcoming rally by the New York State Poor People's Campaign. Then, Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry speaks with people after a local screening of “Rustin.” Later on, Sina Basila Hickey speaks with Naomi Jaffe of Troy 4 Black Lives about why they are organizing a rally for a ceasefire in Gaza this Saturday in Troy. After that, Andrea Cunliffe interviews a player in the Hagen Quartet performing at Massry Center...
TripleE's: Kevin Pryor on Celebrating Black History, Part 2
February 29, 2024 22:32 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MBKevin Pryor was appointed by Mayor Carmella Montello as Troy's first African American Diversity Inclusion Outreach Director. In this interview he spoke with H Bosh Jr about his responsibilities, the new position, and the city's first Youth Black History Month Breakfast. This is Part 2 of a 2 part interview.
TripleE's; Kevin PRYOR on the first Youth Black History month breakfast Part 2
February 29, 2024 22:32 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MBKevin Pryor counties his conversation with H Bosh Jr about Black History and the very first Youth Black History Month Breakfast. This is Part 2 of 2 of this interview.
TripleE's : Kevin PRYOR celebrating black history Part 1
February 29, 2024 22:19 - 10 minutes - 9.79 MBKevin Pryor was appointed by Mayor Carmella Montello as the Troy's first African American Diversity Inclusion Outreach Director. This interview talks about his reasonability's and position as well as cities first Youth Black History Month Breakfast. H Bosh Jr sat down with Kevin to learn more. This is Part 1 of a 2 part interview.
TripleE's: Kevin Pryor on Celebrating Black History, Part 1
February 29, 2024 22:19 - 10 minutes - 9.79 MBKevin Pryor was appointed by Mayor Carmella Montello as the Troy's first African American Diversity Inclusion Outreach Director. In this interview he spoke with H Bosh Jr about his responsibilities, the new position, and the city's first Youth Black History Month Breakfast. This is Part 1 of a 2 part interview.