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Is the mayor’s race opening up?
April 16, 2021 04:00 - 30 minutes - 21.4 MBWe’re two months away from the June primary in New York City, and it is time to dive into the race for mayor. NY1’s Zack Fink, Courtney Gross, and Juan Manuel Benítez weigh in on the state of the race. They also comment on the controversy generated by the slate of endorsements recently announced by an influential organization that carries significant sway among progressive voters. We want to hear from you, especially what you think about the mayoral candidates so far: Twitter: #NY1O...
What Happens Now That New York Decided to Raise Taxes?
April 09, 2021 04:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBThe New York state legislature just approved the most expensive budget in the state’s history. NY1’s Zack Fink, Courtney Gross, and Bob Hardt analyze the $212 billion deal, which includes a tax increase on high-income earners, and billions of dollars in relief for undocumented New Yorkers. They also keep an eye on the race for mayor, as four candidates took the stage to present their ideas on education before the city’s powerful teachers union. We want to hear from you, especially what...
The Race to Vaccinate New Yorkers
April 02, 2021 08:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBPretty soon, all New Yorkers 16 years and older will be eligible to get the COVID-19 vaccine. But is the system ready to absorb the exponential surge in requests for appointments? NY1’s Zack Fink, Juan Manuel Benítez and Courtney Gross discuss how the immunization rollout has been going so far and what can be done to make sure disadvantaged New Yorkers are not left out of the process. They also comment on new reports that, in the summer of last year, Gov. Cuomo was seeking a $4 million d...
Would Getting the ‘Green’ Light Be a Big Boost for New York?
March 26, 2021 04:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MBIt’s been years in the making, but New York might finally legalize the use of recreational marijuana. Albany lawmakers are closer than ever to striking a deal. NY1’s Zack Fink, Juan Manuel Benítez, and Gloria Pazmino discuss the details of the tentative agreement and explain how legalization could affect New Yorkers, especially in minority communities. They also weigh in on the race for mayor, as the field is shrinking and the frontrunners are starting to throw punches at each other. ...
Has Gov. Cuomo Softened the Blows From His Scandals?
March 19, 2021 04:00 - 34 minutes - 62.4 MBAmid a sexual harassment investigation, Gov. Andrew Cuomo is trying to control the narrative by focusing on vaccine distribution, economic recovery and state budget negotiations — while also surrounding himself with the few supporters he has left. NY1’s Juan Manuel Benítez, Courtney Gross, and Bob Hardt comment on the governor’s strategy, and tell us if they think Albany Democrats will get their way in the state budget. They also give us an update on the race for mayor, as a group of t...
Will Gov. Cuomo Be Forced Out of Office?
March 12, 2021 05:00 - 34 minutes - 64 MBThe list of New York political figures calling for Gov. Cuomo to step down keeps growing, as more women have leveled sexual harassment allegations against him. NY1’s Juan Manuel Benítez, Courtney Gross, and Bob Hardt weigh in on the controversy and tell us if they think this will cause the governor’s political demise. They also discuss recent news coming out of the campaign trail, now that City Council Speaker Corey Johnson has officially announced his bid for comptroller. Plus, they s...
Is Cuomo’s Apology Enough for New York?
March 05, 2021 05:00 - 30 minutes - 56.2 MBAn unusually contrite Gov. Cuomo apologized on Wednesday after being accused of sexual misconduct by three women, two of them former aides. But he refused to resign, and said that he’s never touched anyone inappropriately. NY1’s Zack Fink, Juan Manuel Benítez, and Courtney Gross comment on the governor’s first public appearance since these allegations came to light and discuss how Albany power players are reacting to Cuomo’s apology. And in the race for mayor, they explain what petitio...
Why Gov. Cuomo Is Accused of Sexual Harassment
February 26, 2021 06:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBFollowing weeks of renewed criticism over his policies regarding nursing homes during the pandemic, Gov. Andrew Cuomo is facing sexual harassment allegations by a former aide. NY1’s Zack Fink, Juan Manuel Benítez, and Courtney Gross explain how these accusations fit into the narrative that has recently emerged of a governor who often uses bullying and intimidation as a political tactic. They also comment on the way the mayoral candidates are reacting to the multiple controversies invol...
A Guide to the Cuomo Nursing Home Scandal
February 19, 2021 05:30 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBIn a new chapter to a nursing home controversy that has dogged his administration, Gov. Cuomo went after Queens Assemblyman Ron Kim, one of the most outspoken critics of Cuomo for his handling of the pandemic in facilities for the elderly. NY1’s Zack Fink, Juan Manuel Benítez, and Courtney Gross explain how the scandal reached this boiling point, and what this could mean for the governor’s political brand. They also discuss the latest in the race for mayor, including who’s leading in p...
What You Need to Know About the COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout in NYC
February 12, 2021 05:30 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBIt’s Vaccine Education Week on NY1, so we’re bringing you a very special episode in which political reporters Zack Fink, Juan Manuel Benítez, and Courtney Gross discuss New York’s COVID-19 vaccination program with the chairman of the City Council Committee on Health, Mark Levine, who’s been closely following the rollout in the five boroughs. The three hosts also comment on the immunization plans some of the mayoral candidates are putting forward. Escucha aquí un podcast especial en esp...
Why Gov. Cuomo's Pandemic Management Is Now Under Fire
February 05, 2021 06:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBGov. Cuomo is facing scrutiny on multiple fronts over his handling of the pandemic. NY1's Zack Fink, Juan Manuel Benítez, and Courtney Gross discuss the fallout from the state attorney general's report accusing him of undercounting COVID-19 deaths in nursing homes. They also comment on the latest in the mayoral race, including the news that Andrew Yang has tested positive for coronavirus after hitting the streets much more often that most of his rivals. We want to hear from you, especi...
Who’s to Blame for New York’s Vaccination Mess?
January 29, 2021 09:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBThe city’s COVID-19 vaccine program is not running smoothly. The vaccine supply is quickly dwindling and, as always, Governor Cuomo and Mayor de Blasio are singing different tunes, causing a great deal of disharmony. NY1’s Zack Fink, Juan Manuel Benítez and Courtney Gross explain what has gone wrong with the rollout and also comment on President Biden’s attempts to increase distribution. They also play an excerpt from an exclusive investigation into the discrimination homeless New Yorkers ...
What the Biden Presidency Means for New York's Recovery
January 22, 2021 05:30 - 33 minutes - 23 MBJoe Biden's inauguration marks a new beginning not only for the nation, but also for New York. NY1's Zack Fink, Juan Manuel Benitez, and Courtney Gross analyze how the city could benefit from the new balance of power in Washington, where a Brooklynite is now Senate Majority Leader. They also react to the news that Mayoral Candidate Andrew Yang has been forced to quarantine after one of his aides tested positive for COVID-19. We want to hear from you, especially what you think about the...
Can Andrew Yang Win the Race to Become Mayor of New York?
January 15, 2021 07:00 - 29 minutes - 20.7 MBOn the heels of Andrew Yang's official launch of his campaign for mayor, NY1's Zack Fink, Juan Manuel Benitez, and Courtney Gross analyze the former presidential candidate's entry into the crowded race, and the controversy over Yang spending much of his time upstate during the pandemic. They also discuss Gov. Cuomo's priorities for the new year, aimed primarily at beating the virus and bringing about economic recovery. And with Democrats in control of both chambers, they talk about whe...
Riots at the Capitol, Schumer and the Road Ahead
January 08, 2021 06:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBAfter Trump supporters violently sieged the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday, NY1's Zack Fink, Juan Manuel Benitez, and Courtney Gross reflect on the chaos, Rudy Giuliani's role, and the effect on the nation's democracy. They also talk about Charles Schumer soon becoming the new Senate majority leader and what that means for New York. And they discuss the rocky start to New York's COVID-19 vaccine rollout and the back-and-forth between Mayor de Blasio and Gov. Cuomo over distribution details....
'A Shot of Hope': City Frontline Workers Receive First Vaccine Doses
December 18, 2020 07:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBIn the final episode of the year, NY1’s Zack Fink, Juan Manuel Benitez, and Courtney Gross discuss the city’s rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine after an ICU nurse in Queens received the first vaccine shot. And they talk about the debate over raising taxes, as the state faces a massive budget crisis and awaits aid from Washington, D.C. We want to hear from you: Twitter: #NY1OffTopic or @ZackFinkNews, @JuanMaBenitez, and @Courtneycgross Leave a message: 212-379-3440 Email: yoursto...
Ranked-Choice Voting Fight Heads to Court
December 11, 2020 10:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBSix City Council members are suing to get ranked-choice voting delayed, making the case that the new system, if executed right now, will hurt non-white voters and cause voter disenfranchisement. NY1’s Zack Fink, Juan Manuel Benitez and Courtney Gross explain the controversy around the voter-approved ranked-choice system and discuss if New York is ready to implement the new system. They also weigh in on Shaun Donovan’s official launch of his mayoral campaign. And they talk about an alarming...
Does New York Want Another Mayor From Wall Street?
December 04, 2020 06:30 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBFormer Citigroup Vice Chairman Ray McGuire is the latest Democratic candidate to launch his campaign for mayor — with the help of some star power. But will New Yorkers want a former Wall Street executive running the city? NY1’s Zack Fink, Juan Manuel Benitez, and Courtney Gross analyze McGuire’s campaign and what his entry into the race means for other candidates. They also discuss the latest with the COVID-19 surge and whether the city is headed towards another lockdown. Watch Ray ...
De Blasio and Cuomo Fail to Present United Message on Schools Closure
November 20, 2020 06:00 - 34 minutes - 24.1 MBWith the city reaching the COVID-19 positivity threshold of 3%, public classrooms have officially closed for in-person learning. NY1’s Juan Manuel Benitez, Courtney Gross, and Gloria Pazmino explain how the announcement unfolded after hours of anticipation, confusion, and political drama. They also talk about Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams’s official entry into the 2021 race for mayor, joining a long list of Democratic candidates vying for the job. We want to hear from you: ...
AOC and the Democratic Blame Game
November 13, 2020 06:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MBThe blame game between moderate and progressive Democrats is on after the party lost seats in the House. NY1’s Zack Fink, Courtney Gross, and Juan Manuel Benitez discuss the divide and how Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez found herself in the middle of the national debate over the direction of the party. And they talk about the latest surge in coronavirus cases across the five boroughs, and new restrictions going into effect statewide. We want to hear from you: Twitter: #NY1OffTopic or...
The Results (So Far) in Key New York Races
November 06, 2020 05:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBAs New York gets ready to begin counting absentee ballots on Monday, NY1’s Zack Fink, Courtney Gross, and Juan Manuel Benitez discussed the results so far in some key congressional races, including the battle over the 11th District, where Republican challenger Nicole Malliotakis holds a large lead over Democrat Max Rose. And they analyzed the balance of power in the state legislature, as Republicans look close to gaining several state Senate and Assembly seats. We want to hear from you...
Long Lines at the Polls Renew Calls for Voting Reform
October 30, 2020 05:30 - 31 minutes - 57.7 MBNew York sees a record turnout at the ballot box during the first couple of days of early voting. NY1’s Zack Fink, Courtney Gross, and Juan Manuel Benitez talk about the long lines and the push to reform the city’s Board of Elections. And they go through some of the other races New Yorkers will decide, including some of the congressional campaigns in the city and state Senate races in play. To find your early voting site: https://findmypollsite.vote.nyc/ And for coverage of the loc...
What to Know About Voting Early in New York
October 23, 2020 06:00 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBAs early voting begins Saturday in New York, NY1’s Zack Fink, Courtney Gross, and Juan Manuel Benitez discuss what voters need to know about heading to the polls, absentee ballots, and possible issues New Yorkers may face. And they analyze the exclusive Spectrum News/Ipsos polls revealing how city residents feel about Gov. Cuomo’s and Mayor de Blasio’s handling of the coronavirus pandemic. To find your early voting site: https://findmypollsite.vote.nyc/ And for coverage of the loca...
Battle for Staten Island: Rose and Malliotakis Clash in NY1 Debate
October 16, 2020 05:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBDemocrat Max Rose and Republican Nicole Malliotakis go head to head in a NY1 televised debate over the 11th Congressional District, which includes Staten Island and parts of southern Brooklyn. NY1’s Zack Fink, Emily Ngo, and Juan Manuel Benitez analyze the heated debate, the tone of the campaign, and the politics in the district. They also talk about Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s threat to withhold funding from the city over the enforcement of coronavirus restrictions, and his new book on the stat...
Unrest and Anger in Brooklyn as Coronavirus Restrictions Return
October 09, 2020 06:30 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MBAs the city and the state look to get control of the coronavirus surge in parts of the city, additional restrictions go into effect prohibiting mass gatherings. The new rules caused confusion and led to protests on the streets of Borough Park, Brooklyn. NY1’s Zack Fink, Courtney Gross, and Bob Hardt discuss the handling of the crisis and the community backlash. They also talk about the race for mayor, including Maya Wiley’s official launch, and how ranked-choice voting will change cand...
Ballot Blunder in Brooklyn
October 02, 2020 06:00 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBNearly 100,000 Brooklyn voters may have received incorrect absentee ballot return envelopes and are expected to receive new ones soon. NY1’s Zack Fink, Courtney Gross and Juan Manuel Benitez discuss the city Board of Election’s error, which comes as there’s an increased scrutiny on mail-in voting across the nation. And as schools reopen and indoor dining resumes, they talk about the rise in positive coronavirus cases in several Brooklyn and Queens neighborhoods and analyze Mayor de Blasio’s ...
Here’s What Happened in Industry City
September 25, 2020 05:30 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBA fight over a redevelopment in Brooklyn turned into a political battle about the future of New York. NY1’s Zack Fink, Courtney Gross, and Juan Manuel Benitez discussed why developers pulled the plug on their controversial effort to redevelop Industry City in Sunset Park. They also weigh in on the Trump administration’s decision to call New York an “anarchist jurisdiction.” We want to hear from you: Twitter: #NY1OffTopic or @ZackFinkNews, @Courtneycgross, and @JuanMaBenitez. Leav...
Chaos and Confusion: Return to City Classrooms is Delayed (Again)
September 18, 2020 05:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MBWith just days to go until students were to return to city classrooms, Mayor de Blasio delays the start of in-person instruction for the second time. NY1’s Zack Fink, Gloria Pazmino and Bobby Cuza analyze de Blasio’s last-minute decision, especially as union leaders, teachers and parents have been voicing their concerns for weeks. And then NY1 Political Director Bob Hardt joins in to discuss former Mayor Rudy Giuliani’s visit to the city and his divisive speech, in which he laid out his grie...
Who Wants to Be Mayor of New York?
September 11, 2020 06:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBAll eyes may be on the November election, but next year’s race for mayor is starting to take shape. With City Comptroller Scott Stringer officially launching his campaign, NY1’s Zack Fink, Courtney Gross, and Gloria Pazmino discuss his candidacy and analyze the crowded field. They also talk about the city’s decision to move nearly 300 homeless men out of an Upper West Side hotel-turned-shelter after backlash, and they weigh in on the community’s reaction to Mayor de Blasio’s move. We w...
Back to School...or Not: De Blasio Delays Class, But Concerns Remain
September 04, 2020 04:30 - 30 minutes - 21 MBWhile Mayor de Blasio may have delayed the first day of school after reaching a deal with labor unions, many questions remain: Will the delay help the city and teachers prepare better? Is going to school safe? Will testing staff and students randomly each month be adequate? NY1’s Juan Manuel Benitez, Courtney Gross, and Bob Hardt analyze the debate over in-person learning and de Blasio’s decision to push the start of the year. They also talk about the effort to lift the ban on indoor d...
Why the New York City Council Could Change Its Chokehold Ban After Just a Few Weeks
August 28, 2020 08:15 - 30 minutes - 21 MBIt makes the use of chokeholds illegal, but the New York City Council is already looking to amend the newly passed legislation. NY1's Zack Fink, Courtney Gross and Juan Manuel Benitez analyze the decision, and they discuss the role New York played in the Republican National Convention. We want to hear from you: Twitter: #NY1OffTopic or @ZackFinkNews, @JuanMaBenitez, and @Courtneycgross Leave a message: 212-379-3440 Email: [email protected] For more information: www.n...
New Yorkers Go Virtual at the Democratic National Convention
August 21, 2020 07:30 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBAt the DNC, what roles did prominent New Yorkers like Andrew Cuomo, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and Mike Bloomberg have? NY1's Zack Fink, Courtney Gross, and Juan Manuel Benitez analyze that, plus the political fight between Mayor de Blasio and the teachers’ union over the safety of returning to school. We want to hear from you: Twitter: #NY1OffTopic or @ZackFinkNews, @JuanMaBenitez, and @Courtneycgross Leave a message: 212-379-3440 Email: [email protected] For more infor...
Hotels Housing the Homeless Test the Upper West Side's Liberal Credentials
August 14, 2020 05:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBWhen the coronavirus pandemic struck New York City, Mayor de Blasio decided to move homeless people from shelters into otherwise empty hotels to try to protect them. NY1's Zack Fink, Courtney Gross, and Juan Manuel Benitez discuss how that decision has divided one typically left-leaning neighborhood, which has seen four hotels begin to house homeless New Yorkers over the last few months. We want to hear from you: Twitter: #NY1OffTopic or @ZackFinkNews, @JuanMaBenitez, and @Courtneyc...
New York City’s Chief Doctor Resigns During a Pandemic. So What Went Wrong at City Hall?
August 07, 2020 05:00 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MBAfter months of tension with Mayor de Blasio over the coronavirus pandemic, Dr. Oxiris Barbot resigned as New York City’s health commissioner. NY1’s Zack Fink, Courtney Gross, and Juan Manuel Benitez analyze her exit. They also discuss the city’s plan to create “checkpoints” at entrances to the city to enforce the 14-day quarantine rule for people returning from coronavirus hot spots. We want to hear from you: Twitter: #NY1OffTopic or @ZackFinkNews, @JuanMaBenitez, and @Courtneycgro...
Tax the Rich? Cuomo Says No.
July 31, 2020 07:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBWith a coronavirus-related financial crisis, NY1’s Zack Fink, Courtney Gross, and Juan Manuel Benitez analyze the debate over raising taxes on the ultra-wealthy in New York. They also look at how the pandemic and mass protests have already changed next year’s race for mayor. We want to hear from you: Twitter: #NY1OffTopic or @ZackFinkNews, @JuanMaBenitez, and @Courtneycgross Leave a message: 212-379-3440 Email: [email protected] For more information: www.ny1.com/offt...
A Change in Albany: Progressive Insurgents Topple Incumbent Democrats
July 24, 2020 07:30 - 30 minutes - 21 MBWith the absentee vote counting from the June Primary Election nearing the end, NY1’s Zack Fink, Emily Ngo and Juan Manuel Benitez analyze the results. That includes the big changes coming for the Democratic Conference in the Assembly and the Congressional delegation in the Bronx. They also discuss the “Occupy City Hall” encampment and what it says about the state of the city. We want to hear from you: Twitter: @ZackFinkNews @EmilyNgo @JuanMaBenitez or #NY1OffTopic Leave a message:...
New York Sees a Spike in Shootings. What's to Blame?
July 17, 2020 07:30 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBAs New York City sees an alarming increase in shootings, NY1's Zack Fink, Courtney Gross, and Juan Manuel Benitez analyze whether this is just temporary or a more systemic issue. They also discuss whether Governor Cuomo is taking a victory lap on New York's response to the coronavirus pandemic too soon. We want to hear from you: Twitter: #NY1OffTopic or @ZackFinkNews, @JuanMaBenitez, and @Courtneycgross Leave a message: 212-379-3440 Email: [email protected] For more ...
Is It Safe to Reopen New York City’s Schools?
July 10, 2020 07:45 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBNY1’s Zack Fink, Courtney Gross, and Gloria Pazmino analyze Mayor de Blasio’s plan to reopen schools in the fall and what that means for life in the city. They also discuss the recent increase in shootings and the divisions it’s furthered in the de Blasio administration. We want to hear how you: Twitter: #NY1OffTopic or @ZackFinkNews, @Courtneycgross, and @GloriaPazmino Leave a message: 212-379-3440 Email: [email protected] For more information: www.ny1.com/offtopic ...
How New Yorkers Voted in a Primary Unlike Any Other
June 26, 2020 05:30 - 29 minutes - 20 MBAfter an unprecedented primary election day, NY1’s Zack Fink, Courtney Gross, and Juan Manuel Benitez analyze the initial results, including a major upset in the Bronx. They also discuss Juan Manuel’s questioning of City Councilman Ruben Diaz Sr. Election Results: www.ny1.com/election We want to hear how you're coping with the coronavirus pandemic: Twitter: #NY1OffTopic or @ZackFinkNews, @JuanMaBenitez, and @Courtneycgross Leave a message: 212-379-3440 Email: yourstoryny1@c...
What You Need to Know Before New York’s Primary Election
June 19, 2020 06:15 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBAhead of Tuesday’s primary election, NY1's Zack Fink, Courtney Gross, and Juan Manuel Benitez break down some of the competitive Congressional, State Senate, and Assembly races they’re keeping an eye on. They also discuss the unprecedented circumstances of the election because of the coronavirus pandemic and why we may not know the final results for several days. Find Out Who's on Your Ballot We want to hear how you're coping with the coronavirus pandemic: Twitter: #NY1OffTopic o...
Will Protests Lead to Real Police Reform in New York?
June 12, 2020 05:45 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBAs protests head into their third week, NY1's Zack Fink, Courtney Gross, and Juan Manuel Benitez discuss some of the actions by state and city lawmakers to reform policing in New York. We want to hear how you're coping with the coronavirus pandemic: Twitter: #NY1OffTopic or @ZackFinkNews, @JuanMaBenitez, and @Courtneycgross Leave a message: 212-379-3440 Email: [email protected] For more information: www.ny1.com/offtopic For more information on the new coronavirus, he...
BONUS: Off Topic in a Quarantined City
June 10, 2020 05:30 - 32 minutes - 60 MBNew York City is facing two very intertwined crises, the coronavirus pandemic and the mass protests against police brutality and racism. Before the protests began, the “Off Topic/On Politics” team began this project to look back and examine some of the ways the virus has altered our communities. Courtney Gross and political director Bob Hardt discuss the summer ahead of us in the Rockaways, Zack Fink goes on a bike ride with his daughter on the Upper West Side, and Juan Manuel Benitez tak...
New Yorkers Protest for George Floyd and de Blasio Defends the NYPD
June 05, 2020 08:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBAs mass protests for police reform continue all around New York City, NY1’s Zack Fink, Gloria Pazmino, and Juan Manuel Benitez analyze Mayor de Blasio’s repeated defense of the NYPD and the backlash to the administration’s response. They also discuss the reforms that protesters are calling for, including defunding the police department. We want to hear how you're coping with the coronavirus pandemic: Twitter: #NY1OffTopic or @ZackFinkNews, @JuanMaBenitez, and @GloriaPazmino Leave...
Episode 100: Is New York Headed for a Depression?
May 29, 2020 06:30 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBHow will New York’s fiscal crisis stemming from the coronavirus pandemic change city services, like parks and sanitation? NY1's Zack Fink, Courtney Gross, and Juan Manuel Benitez analyze that. They also celebrate 100 episodes of the podcast. We want to hear how you're coping with the coronavirus pandemic: Twitter: #NY1OffTopic or @ZackFinkNews, @JuanMaBenitez, and @Courtneycgross Leave a message: 212-379-3440 Email: [email protected] For more information: ny1.com/off...
Is New York Ready for a Coronavirus Summer?
May 22, 2020 06:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBWith Memorial Day weekend marking the unofficial start of summer, NY1's Zack Fink, Courtney Gross, and Juan Manuel Benitez discuss the dilemma facing Gov. Cuomo and Mayor de Blasio about how to protect New Yorkers from the coronavirus as the weather heats up. We want to hear how you're coping with the coronavirus pandemic: Twitter: #NY1OffTopic or @ZackFinkNews, @JuanMaBenitez, and @Courtneycgross Leave a message: 212-379-3440 Email: [email protected] For more informati...
Should the NYPD Be Enforcing Social Distancing Rules?
May 15, 2020 05:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBAs new data shows racial disparities in who is being policed for social distancing, NY1's Zack Fink, Courtney Gross, and Juan Manuel Benitez discuss whether the NYPD should be tasked with enforcing the rules to prevent the spread of coronavirus. They also analyze a growing tension in City Hall between the Health Department and Mayor de Blasio. We want to hear how you're coping with the coronavirus pandemic: Twitter: #NY1OffTopic or @ZackFinkNews, @JuanMaBenitez, and @Courtneycgross ...
Should Rent Be Canceled During the Coronavirus Pandemic?
May 08, 2020 05:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBAs Gov. Cuomo extends the moratorium on evictions, NY1's Zack Fink, Courtney Gross, and Juan Manuel Benitez analyze calls from advocates to do more by canceling rent during the coronavirus pandemic. They also discuss the incredibly high death toll for the state’s nursing homes and whether more could have been done to save lives. We want to hear how you're coping with the coronavirus pandemic: Twitter: #NY1OffTopic or @ZackFinkNews, @JuanMaBenitez, and @Courtneycgross Leave a mess...
A Look at Cuomo’s Unprecedented Step to Halt Overnight Subway Service
May 01, 2020 07:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBThe city’s subway system will shut down overnight for cleaning. NY1's Zack Fink, Courtney Gross, and Juan Manuel Benitez analyze the historic decision. And on the week of the original New York Democratic presidential primary, they discuss the cancellation of the primary altogether. We want to hear how you're coping with the coronavirus pandemic: Twitter: #NY1OffTopic or @ZackFinkNews, @JuanMaBenitez, and @Courtneycgross Leave a message: 212-379-3440 Email: [email protected]...
Voices from Rikers: Behind Bars as Coronavirus Spreads
April 26, 2020 19:00 - 23 minutes - 44 MBSPECIAL EDITION - New York City has become the epicenter of the coronavirus pandemic, with thousands of deaths and local hospitals overwhelmed. As the virus spread throughout the city, no battle has become quite as challenging as the one being waged inside city jails, where people are packed into close quarters and social distancing isn't always an option. In a special edition of the podcast, NY1's Courtney Gross takes us behind bars on Rikers Island, where inmates, correction officers, an...
Does New York Have Enough Coronavirus Tests to Build a New Normal?
April 24, 2020 06:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBAs New Yorkers try to figure out what the next few months will look like, NY1's Zack Fink, Gloria Pazmino, and Juan Manuel Benitez discuss whether we have enough testing and know enough about the coronavirus to start to build a new normal in the city. They also look at the crisis facing nursing homes, which have seen a high death toll. We want to hear how you're coping with the coronavirus pandemic: Twitter: #NY1OffTopic or @ZackFinkNews, @JuanMaBenitez, and @GloriaPazmino Leave a m...