Hudson Mohawk Magazine
7,530 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 7 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsHudson Mohawk Magazine is a local volunteer-produced 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 broadcasted from The Sanctuary for Independent Media on WOOC 105.3 FM.
Thanks to listeners like you, the Sanctuary is able to use art and participatory action to promote social and environmental justice and freedom of creative expression.
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NY Passes New Laws To Expand Geothermal Energy
June 14, 2022 19:57 - 9 minutes - 8.88 MBAmong the few climate measures passed this year by the NYS legislature was the Utility Thermal Energy Network and Jobs Act. This would allow utilities to provide the piping and distribution needed for district geothermal energy projects. Bill Nowak of the NY Geothermal Energy Organization talks with Mark Dunlea of the Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
Albany Legis. Reidy Proposes Violence Warning For Gun Buyers
June 14, 2022 19:25 - 9 minutes - 9.07 MBAlbany County Legislator Dustin Reidy has proposed a county law to require a warning sign to be displayed at all firearms dealers indicating the increased risk of violence that is associated with firearms as well as contact information for the Albany County Mobile Crisis Team and the National Suicide Hotline. Reidy discusses his proposal with Mark Dunlea of the Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
HMM 06 - 13 - 22
June 14, 2022 00:52 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: We begin with Mark Dunlea’s conversation with Upper Hudson Green Party Chair Kaleb Winters about political corruption and election fraud in Troy and Rensselaer County, in the wake of Troy Councilwoman Kimberly Ashe-McPherson’s recent guilty plea to federal ballot fraud charges and resignation from the council. Then, our regular plastics correspondent Alexis Goldsmith joins us in the studio to recap the legislative session and tell us what’s coming up. ...
New York Psilocybin Action Committee out of Troy, NY
June 13, 2022 20:49 - 13 minutes - 12.8 MBNew York Psilocybin Action Committee just held its 2nd meeting at Collard City Mushrooms in Troy. To talk about what this committee is working on and how it came to be, Sina interviewed Avery Stemple and Corinne Carey. https://www.instagram.com/nypsilocybinactioncommittee/
NY Good Cause Bill and Protests Explained by NYCLU
June 13, 2022 19:41 - 10 minutes - 9.49 MBIt has been an exciting week in housing justice. Advocates arrested in May pushing for the passage of the Good Cause Bill were arraigned in Albany and we saw reports of giant cockroaches shutting down the court. Today we air an interview Elizabeth Press did with Caroline Nagy to understand better the failed Good Cause Housing Bill and the protests in support of it. OUTRO - Clayanna Lightbourn’ was fired from her job as a result of the events at the courthouse and the community is pulling tog...
Hugh Johnson Discusses Weather & Tornados
June 13, 2022 19:36 - 10 minutes - 13.7 MBFor this week's weather segment, Hudson Mohawk Magazine correspondent Blaise Bryant asks retired Meteorologist Hugh Johnson about the different types of tornadoes and what's coming up in our forecast.
Kaleb Winters of Green Party Discusses Political Corruption & Ashe-McPherson Ballot Fraud
June 13, 2022 15:10 - 9 minutes - 8.88 MBTroy Councilwoman Kimberly Ashe-McPherson resigned from the City Council on Thursday morning, a day after she pleaded guilty to a federal criminal charge related to ballot fraud in last year's elections. Kaleb Winters of the Green Party discusses the overall climate of political corruption in Troy and the County, including the theft of Green Party ballot lines by Ashe-McPherson and many others. With Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine. (Dunlea has been active with the Greens.)
HMM 06 - 10 - 22
June 10, 2022 23:34 - 59 minutes - 54 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: We begin by hearing from Avery Stemple and Corinne Carey about the New York Psilocybin Action Committee. Then, John Wallance brings you a vox-pop on mental health recorded at the RPI Student Union. Later on, Brea asks Troy Library for June reading recommendations for youth. After that, Troy Prep High Media Students bring a look at the variety of after-school clubs that took place over the last school year. Finally, we hear from a variety of folks ...
Pinkster Fest Part 2: Sharing Talents and Untold Stories
June 10, 2022 23:28 - 10 minutes - 9.61 MBPinkster Festival, held on Saturday June 4th at the Schuyler Mansion in Albany, brought together lots of talent, history and untold stories, resources from the community, and opportunities to learn about New York State's rich and diverse history. Marsha Lazarus talked with some of the folks there.
Media Club's Interview Of Interest with Laila & Jamel Mosely
June 10, 2022 20:40 - 10 minutes - 9.54 MBThe young minds of Troy Prep High School's Media Club present this Interview of Interest for Hudson Mohawk Magazine. Laila is interested in what it takes to start a business and how social media can be used as a tool in that process. For more insight she spoke with entrepreneur and marketing mentor Jamel Mosely. All year members of Media Club have worked to break down the messaging in the media they engage with and have learned the skills to create their own content. The 2021-2022 program h...
Vox-Pop on Mental Health at RPI
June 10, 2022 16:11 - 8 minutes - 8.01 MBMental health is an increasingly important topic in contemporary culture. For John Wallace, a student at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, mental health is an integral part of his day-to-day life. On Thursday, June 2nd, he conducted a vox-pop on mental health at the Rensselaer Student Union. Interviewing six random students and a random professor, John gets insight into how mental health plays a role in the lives of others on campus. (Part of the new series, "J-Talks")
Pinkster Festival: What's It All About?
June 10, 2022 16:04 - 10 minutes - 9.54 MBPinkster Festival at the Schuyler Mansion in Albany: Marsha Lazarus interviews event organizers - including Historic Interpreter and Preservation Analyst Cordell Reaves and Interpreter of African-American History Lavada Nahon.
Adam Pelletier for Troy Area Labor Council
June 09, 2022 23:46 - 10 minutes - 9.25 MBFor our weekly check-in with a local community group, President of the Troy Area Labor Council Adam Pelletier joins producer Cathy Silber on June 9, 2022, to talk about the regular work of the labor council and the recent upswing in union organizing energy and success. troylaborcouncil.org
HMM 06 - 09 - 22
June 09, 2022 23:23 - 59 minutes - 54 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: We begin with Mark Dunlea’s conversation with Howie Hawkins, Green Party nominee for governor, about the ways the Democratic Party in New York suppresses third parties. Then, Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry talks with the current and former presidents of the Albany County Labor Federation, Ibrahím Pedriñán and Bill Richie about the votes to unionize at the Latham and Stuyvesant Plaza Starbucks. Later on, Jody Cowan talks with Lily Mercogliano-...
Painting At Night
June 09, 2022 20:31 - 10 minutes - 9.54 MBArtist/Mother Podcast and Collar Works Gallery present "Painting At Night" an exhibition juried this year by Judith Braun, an artist, mother, and grandmother. Hudson Mohawk Magazine correspondent Andrea Cunliffe walk through the gallery with Judith and talk of the work of artists who are also mothers and the work presented in this varied exhibition of animation, textiles, sculptures, collages, paintings and more. Gallery is open Friday Saturday and Sunday, Meet Judith and the artists at...
Painting At Night is Currently at Collar Works
June 09, 2022 20:31 - 10 minutes - 9.54 MBArtist/Mother Podcast and Collar Works Gallery present "Painting At Night," an exhibition juried this year by artist, mother, and grandmother Judith Braun. Hudson Mohawk Magazine correspondent Andrea Cunliffe walks through the gallery with Judith and talks of the work of artists who are also mothers and the work presented in this varied exhibition of animation, textiles, sculptures, collages, paintings and more. The Gallery is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday. You can meet Judith and the a...
Democrats Challenge Green Party's Ballot Petition for Governor
June 09, 2022 17:58 - 10 minutes - 9.16 MBThe Democrats have challenged all the independent petitions for Governor after ramming through changes to the law to make it largely impossible for independent third parties to get on the ballot for statewide office. Howie Hawkins, the Green Party nominee for Governor, discusses the Democrats' ongoing efforts to suppress electoral challenges in New York. With Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
Democrats Challenge Green Party's Ballot Petition For Governor
June 09, 2022 17:58 - 10 minutes - 9.16 MBThe Democrats have challenged all the independent petitions for Governor after ramming through changes to the law to make it largely impossible for independent third parties to get on the ballot for statewide office. Howie Hawkins, the Green Party nominee for Governor, discusses the Democrats' ongoing efforts to suppress electoral challenges in New York. With Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
Manley Discusses "Witness" Film on Aref-Hossain Muslim FBI Sting
June 09, 2022 17:53 - 9 minutes - 9.15 MBAttorney Kathy Manley helped defend Yassin Aref and Mohammed Hossain after their 2004 arrest in the notorious FBI Pizza loan sting which targeted Muslims post-9/11. She talks with Mark Dunea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine about the case ahead of the June 17th showing of the film Witness at the Sanctuary for Independent Media.
Manley Discusess Witness Film On Aref - Hossain Muslim FBI Sting
June 09, 2022 17:53 - 9 minutes - 9.15 MBAttorney Kathy Manley helped defend Yassin Aref and Mohammed Hossain after their 2004 arrest in the notorious FBI Pizza loan sting targeting Muslims post-9/11. She talks with Mark Dunea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine about the case ahead of the June 17th showing of the film Witness at the Sanctuary for Independent Media.
Wa Wa Segowea Hosts Summer Camp Open House
June 09, 2022 17:18 - 9 minutes - 9.04 MBWith the school year quickly coming to end, many parents are looking for ways to keep their young ones' minds and bodies busy for the summer. The Capital Region sleep away camp Wa Wa Segowea is preparing to kick off their 2022 summer season with an open house on its grounds in the Berkshire mountains on Saturday June 11th at 2pm. Producer Jody Cowan spoke with Camp Director Lily Mercogliano-Easton about what campers can expect from this summer's program. https://campwawa.org/
HMM 06 - 08 - 22
June 08, 2022 23:23 - 58 minutes - 53.9 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: We begin with a story on the failure of state lawmakers to approve the Equality Constitutional Amendment. Then, we talk with Lynne Jackson about the June 17th screening at the Sanctuary of “Witness,” a documentary about the Aref-Hossain terrorism case. Later on, we have book recommendations from Lansingburgh Public library. After that, we hear from a vendor and attendee from last Sunday’s Veg Out in Troy. And we finish with an interview on Friday's F...
VICTORY for Stuyvesant Plaza Starbucks Workers
June 08, 2022 19:31 - 10 minutes - 9.6 MBOn Wednesday, June 08, 2022, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry met with current President Ibrahím Pedriñán and former President Bill Richie of the Albany County Central Federation of Labor in front of the Starbucks Latham Store. They celebrated the Victory of Latham and Stuyvesant Plaza workers who voted to form a union. In this labor segment, Willie spoke to them about the importance of the union vote. Part 1.
Victory for Stuyvesant Plaza Starbucks Workers
June 08, 2022 19:31 - 10 minutes - 9.6 MBOn Wednesday, June 08, 2022, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry met with current President Ibrahím Pedriñán and former President Bill Richie of the Albany County Central Federation of Labor in front of the Starbucks Latham Store. They celebrated the Victory of Latham and Stuyvesant Plaza workers who voted to form a union. In this labor segment, Willie spoke to them about the importance of the union vote. Part 1.
Conversations from the VEG OUT Festival
June 08, 2022 19:26 - 8 minutes - 7.52 MBVEG OUT is the Capital Region's first and only all-vegan food festival, and Hudson Mohawk Magazine correspondent Dulcinia Diggs attended the event for the second year. She spoke with attendees of the event including vendors, Eating with Aliens, and Steven Taylor, a pescatarian from Illinois. To learn more about this event and Capital Roots as an organization, visit https:/captialroots.org
Veg Out Compilation
June 08, 2022 19:26 - 8 minutes - 7.52 MBVeg Out Festival is back for year two! Last year we heard from local residents who attended the event. But, this year we hear from a vendor and a guest of the festival. Eating with Aliens spoke with HMM Correspondent Dulcinia Diggs about why eating healthy is so important. Steven Taylor, a pescatarian all the way from Illinois voiced his opinion on eating meat, life after the switch, and more. To learn more about this event and Capital Roots as an organization visit https:/captialroots.org
NYCLU Disappointed In Failure Of Equality Amendment
June 08, 2022 17:43 - 9 minutes - 8.98 MBThe Equality Amendment to the New York state constitution would prohibit discrimination based on a person's race, ethnicity, national origin, disability and sex, including pregnancy. sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression. Yet even with the Democrats having a supermajority in both Houses, lawmakers failed to act. Melanie Trimbe of the NYCLU discusses the issue with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
NYCLU Disappointed in Failure of Equality Amendment
June 08, 2022 17:43 - 9 minutes - 8.98 MBThe Equality Amendment to the New York State constitution would prohibit discrimination based on a person's race, ethnicity, national origin, disability, and sex (including a basis on pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression). Yet even with the Democrats having a supermajority in both Houses, lawmakers failed to act. Melanie Trimbe of the NYCLU discusses the issue with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
Flagsss Day is Welcome to All Flag Expressions
June 08, 2022 17:10 - 10 minutes - 9.21 MBFlagsss Day is a celebration of visibility, expression, and multiplicities and will take place in Troy on June 10th. Angela Beallor and Hana Van Der Kolk visited the studio to talk about the Flag vs Flagsss Day and what to expect on Friday.
Jackson Of Muslim Solidarity Committee On Witness Film
June 08, 2022 15:47 - 9 minutes - 9.14 MBLynne Jackson of the Muslim Solidarity Committee and Project Salam organized support for Yassin Aref and Mohammed Hossain in the notorious FBI Albany pizza sting targeting Muslims as terrorists. She will be one of the panelists in the Media Sanctuary's Friday, June 17th screening of the film Witness about the case. With Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
Jackson of the Muslim Solidarity Committee on "Witness" Documentary Film
June 08, 2022 15:47 - 9 minutes - 9.14 MBLynne Jackson of the Muslim Solidarity Committee and Project Salam organized support for Yassin Aref and Mohammed Hossain in the notorious FBI Albany pizza sting targeting Muslims as terrorists. She will be one of the panelists speaking after the film screening of "Witness," a documentary film about the case, at the Sanctuary on Friday, June 17th. With Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine. For more info on the film screening: https://www.mediasanctuary.org/event/witness-a-documentary/
Troy summer books & activities for kids
June 08, 2022 14:43 - 9 minutes - 9.05 MBCarol Roberts, Young People's Services librarian at Troy Public Library, recommends three books for June and previews summer activities. In the fantasy "Unseen Magic" (Lloyd-Jones, 2022), unhappy memories can be traded for happy ones, but with consequences. For Pride Month, consider the graphic novel "Other Boys" (Alexander, 2021), a coming-of-age and coming-out story, with a list of resources (including thetrevorproject.org, offering a 24/7 crisis hotline). Anyone who loves pets, wordplay, ...
HMM 06 - 07 - 22
June 07, 2022 23:51 - 59 minutes - 54.2 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: We begin with a story on the Right to Repair law which would allow individuals and independent repair shops to repair personal devices on their own. Then, we have an interview with members of the Albany High School girl’s track team about their recent suspension and what sports bras have to do with it. Later on, we head to Troy Public Library for this month’s book suggestion. After that, the Pinkster Fest took place last weekend and we have coverage f...
Space, Light, and Sound are Vital Elements in Echo Chambers: Beckett³
June 07, 2022 23:36 - 10 minutes - 9.36 MBCurrently running is Troy Foundry Theatre's take on the Samuel Beckett works "Footfalls," "Rockaby," & "Not I." The performance "Echo Chambers: Beckett³" is running through June 18th at the historic Hart Cluett Museum in Troy, NY. Sina Basila Hickey spoke with Troy Foundry Theater Artistic Director David Girard about the show. More info can be found at www.troyfoundrytheatre.com
Lansingburgh summer books & activities
June 07, 2022 22:43 - 10 minutes - 9.42 MBLooking for fun summer reads? Laurie Dreyer, manager of Troy Library's Lansingburgh branch suggests five books that cover a range of genres: "Red, White, and Royal Blue" (McQuiston, 2019); "The Song of Achilles" (Miller, 2012); "A Marvellous Light" (Marske, 2021); "So Many Ways to Lose: The Amazin' True Story of the New York Mets--The Best Worst Team in Sports" (Gordon, 2021); and "Daisy Jones & The Six" (Reid, 2019). Also hear about the branch's expanded hours, plus their book sale at the 6/...
Lansingburgh Summer Books & Activities
June 07, 2022 22:43 - 10 minutes - 9.42 MBLooking for fun summer reads? Laurie Dreyer, manager of Troy Library's Lansingburgh branch suggests five books that cover a range of genres: "Red, White, and Royal Blue" (McQuiston, 2019); "The Song of Achilles" (Miller, 2012); "A Marvellous Light" (Marske, 2021); "So Many Ways to Lose: The Amazin' True Story of the New York Mets--The Best Worst Team in Sports" (Gordon, 2021); and "Daisy Jones & The Six" (Reid, 2019). Also hear about the branch's expanded hours, plus their book sale at the 6/...
June books & summer activities, Troy Library
June 07, 2022 22:37 - 10 minutes - 9.25 MBIf you enjoy books for adults that weave magical events and worlds, hear what Stephanie Dudek, Adult Services librarian at Troy Public Library, says about "Every Heart a Doorway" (Seanan McGuire, 2016) and "The Starless Sea" (Erin Morgenstern, 209). Also hear her preview of the library's many summer activities, including a summer reading program to earn chances for raffle prizes, live readings of "Shorts Out Loud," and much more. For info see thetroylibrary.org. For links to libraries throug...
June Books & Summer Activities, Troy Library
June 07, 2022 22:37 - 10 minutes - 9.25 MBIf you enjoy books for adults that weave magical events and worlds, hear what Stephanie Dudek, Adult Services librarian at Troy Public Library, says about "Every Heart a Doorway" (Seanan McGuire, 2016) and "The Starless Sea" (Erin Morgenstern, 209). Also hear her preview of the library's many summer activities, including a summer reading program to earn chances for raffle prizes, live readings of "Shorts Out Loud," and much more. For info see thetroylibrary.org. For links to libraries throug...
Albany Track Team Suspended in Sports Bra Situation
June 07, 2022 21:45 - 9 minutes - 8.99 MBIn May the Albany High School girl's track team was suspended over a situation that started with wearing sports bras to practice. Hudson Mohawk Magazine producer Sally Becker spoke with Ahriah Baynes, Alexis Hope Arango, and Kayla Huba, all members of the Albany High School track team, about their suspension and the situation regarding sports bras at practice. You can find the petition here: https://chng.it/cVrYpgxgHr
Albany Track Team Suspended for Sports Bras
June 07, 2022 21:45 - 9 minutes - 8.99 MBIn May the Albany High School girl's track team was suspended over a situation that started with wearing sports bras to practice. Hudson Mohawk Magazine producer Sally Becker spoke with Ahriah Baynes, Alexis Hope Arango, and Kayla Huba, all members of the Albany High School track team, about their suspension and the situation regarding sports bras at practice. You can find the petition here: https://chng.it/cVrYpgxgHr
NYPIRG Explains New Right To Repair Law
June 07, 2022 18:48 - 9 minutes - 9.1 MBNew York became the first state to pass a right to repair law for digital devices, though the Governor must still sign it. Companies selling tech products in New York that are covered will be obligated to distribute information, software, tools, and parts so that individuals and independent repair shops can repair personal devices on their own. Russ Haven of NYPIRG explains the eight-year fight to win this right. He also discusses reforms to the wrongful death law that allows family members...
HMM 06 - 06 - 22
June 07, 2022 01:27 - 59 minutes - 54.3 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: We begin with a review of the state’s disappointing progress on climate issues in the 2022 legislative session, in Mark Dunlea’s conversation with Pete Sikora of New York Communities for Change. Then, keeping missing HMM producer Meghan Marohn close in our thoughts, we play a piece of hers from our archives. Later on, Moses Nagel talks with Alliance for Creative Economy Executive Director Cory Aldrich about recent highlights of the local arts scene. A...
Sikora on State of Climate Action by NYS
June 06, 2022 17:44 - 9 minutes - 9.06 MBAnother legislative session has come to a close with disappointing results on climate. Pete Sikora of NY Communities for Change discusses the progress the state has made on since the major CLCPA climate law was passed 3 years ago. With Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Radio.
Upstate Alliance for Creative Economy June Roundup
June 06, 2022 17:11 - 9 minutes - 9.15 MBMoses Nagel speaks with Corey Aldrich, Executive Director at ACE! (Upstate Alliance for the Creative Economy) highlighting and amplifying the interesting and unique voices participating in the creative economy of New York State Capital Region. PART ONE : Ellen Sinopoli Dance Company's Annual EGG Performance | 05.14.2022 Explore this event through the voices of the collaborators and performers as they discuss their individual approaches to creating a collaborative performance. WEB: sinopolida...
Hugh Johnson's Weekly Weather Report
June 06, 2022 12:57 - 9 minutes - 13.6 MBBlaise Bryant chats with retired Meteorologist Hugh Johnson about the different types of thunderstorms and the week's forecast.
HMM 06 - 03 - 22
June 03, 2022 23:15 - 59 minutes - 54.1 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, We begin with Mark Dunlea exploring the State’s recently passed two-year moratorium on new cryptocurrency mining. Then, our roaming labor correspondent Willie Terry brings us part three of his discussion with Brother Minister X of Albany. Later on, Mona Golub shares info on the upcoming summer concert programs in Schenectady’s Prospect Park. After that, Troy Prep High School’s Media Club member Laila asks entrepreneur Jamel Mosely about what is involved i...
Moran Of Earth Justice Discusses Win On Cryptocurrency Mining Moratorium
June 03, 2022 18:41 - 9 minutes - 9.12 MBIn the early hours of Friday morning, the New York State Senate passed the bill to impose a two-year moratorium on new cryptocurrency mining. The bill had been viewed as dead even though the Assembly had earlier past it. Liz Moran of Earth Justice discusses the bill and the fate of other key climate legislation in New York. With Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Radio
Jerry Ford on NAACP Troy Branch and Juneteenth 2022
June 03, 2022 00:45 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBFor HMM's weekly check-in with a community organization, Jerry Ford, Vice President of NAACP, Troy Branch, talks with producers Cathy Silber and Sina Basila Hickey about the organization's key issues so far in 2022, and Juneteenth––its history, recent changes and plans for this year's celebration in the Capital District.
HMM 06 - 02 - 22
June 03, 2022 00:29 - 58 minutes - 53.9 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: We begin with Mark Dunlea’s conversation with Sonal Jessel of WE ACT for Environmental Justice about the Cumulative Impact Act currently awaiting the governor’s signature. Then, Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry brings us the second part of his conversation with Albany’s Brother Minister X about the legacy of Malcolm X. Later on, we hear more from Director Ira McKinley in advance of another Capital District screening of his film “Outta the Muck”...
Bike Fest by Troy Bike Rescue is This Weekend
June 02, 2022 21:10 - 9 minutes - 9.09 MBIf you like bikes, cake, and games, Troy Bike Rescue is gearing up for its annual Bike Fest, taking place this weekend at Oakwood Community Center in Troy. This will be Troy Bike Rescue's 11th Annual Bike Fest, which allows them to support their programming. Sina Basila Hickey went to the uptown TBR shop to learn more. Bike Fest takes place on Saturday, June 4th from 3-7pm at Oakwood Community Center: 313 10th Street Troy