Hudson Mohawk Magazine

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, Jacob Boston brings us a Halloween special. First, Marrow and Sina Basila Hickey bring us their coverage from The Black Box: Not for the Faint of Art, a haunted house produced by The Arts Center of the Capital Region. Then, we go to the Troy Central Little League's “Halloween Safe Night.” Later on, Jody Cowan sits down with a group of young people to find out what they think about Halloween. After that, Sina Basila Hickey talks to Phyllis Galembo about her photographed series titled "Dressed for Thrills: 100 Years of Halloween Costumes and Masquerade." Finally, Brea Barthel takes you to the Lansingburgh Public Library, where you'll hear some recommendations for some "witchy" romance novels to read with your Halloween candy this year.

Bargain Grocery is a mission-driven retail grocery store where every purchase helps fight hunger. Started in Utica and recently expanded into Troy, the store sells quality groceries—often 30% to 50% below big-box retail prices—by sourcing surplus, close-dated, and overstocked food from major suppliers. At Bargain Grocery, a Cornell University study found that a $100 basket of food at our store was equivalent to $400 elsewhere. With many worried about increased hunger as the federal shutdown threatens fund for the SNAP program, program founder Pastor Mike Sevello talks with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark dunlea interviews Rob Hayes of environmental advocates about the ongoing effort to replace lead pipes in New York State. Then, Willie Terry brings us back to the No Kings rally. Later on, H Bosh Jr interviews Tatiana Cunningham about the CNYS Black Expo on another episode of the Triple E's. After that, we have a live interview with Elodie Eid about Nut Fest. Finally, Moses Nagel reports on the Menands ‘Day of The Dead' festival.

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Moses Nagel reports on the Festival de Día de los Muertos in Menands.

On Saturday, October 18, 2025, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry attended the Albany and Troy "No King Day Protest." The No Kings protests, also known internationally as the No Dictators or No Tyrants protests, were demonstrations against what the organizers describe as the authoritarian policies of Donald Trump and corruption in his administration. In part 3 of this series of labor segments, Willie recorded various speakers at the event and interviewed participants about why they were at the No King protests.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, a look at complaints about the treatment of students of color in the Schenectady school system from Mark Dunlea. Then, Andrea Cunliffe brings another report from the recent No Kings rallies in the Capital District. Later on, Rosemary Armao continues her conversation about mourning. After that, as part of our election coverage, we hear from Ryan Brosnan, who is running for Troy City Council in District 2 Finally, with Halloween almost here, we hear from Trumaster Trimingham about his Manic Managerie at the Arts Center of the Capital Region for another year of spooks. Co-host: Mark Dunlea $ Benno Greene Engineer: Jalaya Reid

In this clip from Beyond the Brink (and Fighting Back), Rosemary continues her conversation on life, death, and mourning from the living taping of the Salon with Jay Jochnowitz. The clip is part of a longer episode of the podcast, which you can find on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, and wherever else you may get your podcasts from. Rosemary is in her studio as well next week for an exclusive one-on-one conversation about the latest headlines from the 518, Washington, DC, and the rest of the world. Tune In!

In today's interview with Hugh Johnson, we discuss the impact of the incoming Hurricane Melissa on Cuba and Jamaica. Next, we discuss what the weather will look like for Halloween, ending with the weather for the week.

It's that time of the year again, celebrating the seventh year of the CNYS Black Expo. H Bosh Jr sat down with Tatiana Cunningham, founder and CEO of the CNYS Black Expo. Tatiana shares her vision on how she got started and shares her vision of why she wanted to create the black expo. Seven years later, this has grown to be one of the biggest expos in New York State.

On October 18th, in the Capital Region, 22,000 people gathered in Albany and Troy for “NO KINGS” 2. Andrea Cunliffe from Hudson Mohawk Magazine captured the sounds and voices of the day. We hear from Maranna from Indivisible, Congressman Paul Tonko, Assemblyman John MaDonald, Clowe Pearse, Bryan Paz-Hernandez, Facilitator, No Kings Coalition Albany, and others on saving our Democracy. "NO KINGS" is more than just a slogan—it's the foundation our nation was built upon. Born in the streets, carried by millions in chants and on posters, it echoes from city blocks to rural town squares, uniting people across this country to fight dictatorship together.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea talks with Caroline Chen after a NY judge rules State broke climate law (CLCPA ), it was 18 months late in issuing regulations. Then, Moses Nagel sits down with Albany Mayor Democratic nominee Dorcey Applyrs to learn about her plan for the future of the city of Albany. Later on, Elizabeth “EP” Press sat down with the Republican nominee for Troy City Council District 5 Eric Wisher to hear his ideas about Troy. After that, Juan Pantaleon sits down with the winner of Albany's funnest comedian contest Shawn Barnes. Finally, Thom Francis talks with poets Brian Liston and Joan Goodman.

Environmental Advocates NY and the Environmental Policy Innovation Center released a new report today about New York's ongoing efforts to remove harmful lead service lines. The report recommends more funding and fewer hurdles in the statewide push to get the lead out. Rob Hayes of EA talks with Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Schenectady school board member Jamaica Miles and other parents have expressed outrage over the suspension of 14 high schoolers, claiming the incident is the latest in a pattern of harsh disciplinary measures being disproportionately levied against students of color. The students were in a room watching two girls who were expected to fight have a verbal argument that was broken up before any fighting occurred. The parents want the district to utilize restorative practices as the district requires. Ms. Miles talks with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

DJ Adu Zayn, known to many as Adam Elabd, can be heard on Sanctuary Radio on the second Friday of each month spinning SWANA tunes from 10am-12pm. SWANA stands for South West Asia and North Africa, the region which Zayn calls home. He spoke with Sina Basila Hickey about the music of this region and his connection to the rhythms.

Thom Francis welcomes poets Brian Liston and Joan Goodman, who shared their work at the Poetic License Poetry Reading and Open Mic at the Honest Weight Food Co-op on Monday, October 14, 2024. — Poetic License celebrates the creative intersections of poetry and visual art by bringing together writers from Hudson Valley Writers Guild and artists from the Upstate Artists Guild. Last year's exhibit showcased 42 pieces of art, created by 24 artists, each responding to poems written by 23 regional and national poets. This fusion of imagery and language gives us a fresh look at how art can interpret, transform, and reimagine the written word. On October 14, 2024, poets featured in the exhibit were invited to read their work in a special poetry reading hosted by local photographer and activist Dan Wilcox. Poets shared their pieces while surrounded by the very art they inspired—a full-circle moment for words and visuals alike. Today, we're thrilled to bring you the voices of two of those poets: Brian Liston, who is the only poet who has had his poetry appear in all three Poetic License exhibits, and Joan Goodman, who was a reader in the open mic portion of the evening. — The 2025 edition of Poetic License exhibit has moved across the river and is now on view at the Honest Weight Food Co-op in Albany through November 16. There will be an Artist Reception and Poetry Reading event as part of Albany's First Friday on November 7, 2025. For more information on Poetic License and its upcoming events, go to https://poeticlicensealbany.com. And while you are there, you can read the poems and view the art that is featured in the show.

As the Bike Life is Not a Crime rally got ready to ride on October 12, 2025, Troy 4 Black Lives read a passage from Assata Shakur's autobiography to pay tribute to her life. Amani and Alfonzo read a passage from the book to the group. Recording by Sina Basila Hickey

In Troy, Black and Brown youth are being arrested while riding their bikes. Some tickets are being issued for riding without lights, obstructing traffic, or riding on the sidewalk, and there are various accounts of arrests happening brutally. In this segment, we hear from some who are a part of the bike life culture about how this participation has had a positive impact on them. This rally was organized by Troy 4 Black Lives and Troy Bike Rescue. Reporting by Sina Basila Hickey.

Albany will have a new mayor this year, with Kathy Sheehan stepping down after 3 terms. Dorcey Applyrs is the Democratic Party nominee. Democrats have held the office in Albany since 1921. Moses Nagel spoke to the candidate about her vision for the city and what separated her from the rest of the field in the primary earlier this year.

Eric Wisher is running for Troy City Council District 5 on the Republican, Conservative, and Working Families party lines against Jona Favreau. Eric Wisher spoke with Elizabeth Press as part of Hudson Mohawk Magazine's election watch coverage.

Ryan Brosnan is running for re-election as councilperson for Troy City Council District 2 on the Republican and Conservative lines against Shikole Struber. Brosnan spoke with Sina Basila Hickey as part of Hudson Mohawk Magazine's election watch coverage.

Trumaster Trimingham and his Manic Managerie return to the Arts Center of The Capital Region for another year of spooks. Tru speaks with Marrow about his creative process as chaos and a dedicated crew come together to put on four unforgettable nights of terror and fun. The show opened on Tuesday, October 28th, and finishes on Halloween night. For more information, you can find the Manic Managerie on Instagram, @manicmanagerie.haunt.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, we begin with Election Watch 2025 Mark Dunlea talks to Noreen McKee, the Democrat and Working Families Party candidate running for Troy City Council District 4 about her campaign. Then, Elizabeth “EP” Press talks with Jona Favreau, the Democrat candidate for the Troy City Council in District 5 in the upcoming election. Later on, we interview from retired National Weather Service meteorologist, Hugh Johnson, for our weekly weather update. After that, we have Everybody Moves weekly series, which profiles the migration stories of members of our community. Finally, Carolyn Tennant talks to artist and filmmaker Suneil Sanzgiri and EMPAC's Katherine Adams about their upcoming workshop and the film screening at the Sanctuary

Artist Suneil Sanzgiri is back at EMPAC and this time he will be visiting the Sanctuary as part of his stay. In this interview we hear from Sanzgiri as well as EMPAC's Katherine Adams about these upcoming events. They spoke with Carolyn Tennant for Hudson Mohawk Magazine. https://www.mediasanctuary.org/event/decolonial-practices-in-film-workshop/

A New York State judge has ruled that the State is violating its climate law (CLCPA) and it can not delay just because it is complicated. Citizen Action, PUSH Buffalo, Sierra Club, and We ACT sued since the state was 18 months late in issuing regulations on how it would reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Caroline Chen of New York Lawyers for the Public Interest talks with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Everybody Move Series: Migration Stories from our Community. This weekly series profiles the migration stories of members of our community, whether the migration be their own stories of that of their parents or grandparents, and reminds us that migration touches us all–and teaches us much–because it is a part of the human experience. This week, Joanna Dreby talks with Tsveta Dobreva, who is leading the Everybody Moves student team at UAlbany that will be producing the next season of stories. Interested in sharing your story? You can reach us at Joanna.dreby@gmail.com or moses.nagel@gmail.com to schedule a 20-30 minute storytelling session, in person or on zoom.

Noreen McKee is the Democrat and Working Families Party candidate for Troy City Council District 4. A long time CPA who is concerned about the city's financial management, she has been active in local civic groups such as the Justice Center of Rensselaer County and Unity House. She joined Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine to discuss her campaign, including affordable housing and the Good Cause Eviction Law, and the need to protect immigrants from ICE. https://www.mckee4troy.com/

Jona Favreau is running for Troy City Council District 5 on the Democratic party line against Eric Wisher. Favreau spoke with Elizabeth Press as part of Hudson Mohawk Magazine's election watch coverage.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea talks to the Executive Director of Protect the Adirondacks about the upcoming vote on Proposition One, a proposal from an amendment to Article 14 that protects against construction on select natural areas within the 6 million acre park. Then, Sina Basila Hickey talks campaign goals with Phil DiLorenzo, the candidate on the Democratic and Working Families Party line in the upcoming election for Troy City Council District 1 Later on, Willie Terry continues his coverage on the NoKings Protest from October 18th And in our last segment, we hear about the importance of language preservation in Mohican Culture Hosted By: Jacob Boston, Richard Sleeper. Engineered by: Jacob Boston

On Saturday, October 18, 2025, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Network Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry attended the Albany and Troy “No King Day Protest.” The No Kings protests, also known internationally as the No Dictators or No Tyrants protests, were demonstrations against what the organizers describe as the authoritarian policies of Donald Trump and corruption in his administration. In this part 2 of a series of labor segments, Willie interviews participants about why they are at the No King protest.

The Unspoken Word Poetry Festival is a celebration of words and wellness. Featuring workshops, and showcases for poets and writers. Creative, poet, and artist D Colin joined the Hudson Mohawk Magazine via zoom to speak about the festival. Learn more: https://www.collectiveffort.co/poetry-fest

With roots in West Africa, The Seasoning House combines African spices, local ingredients, and ancestral recipes to make their restaurant unique. Another thing about the Seasoning House is that they hold events, including one taking place on Sunday, October 26, featuring the band HEARD. Jessica Otitigbe of The Seasoning House and Elizabeth Woodbury Kasius a member of the HEARD band speak with the Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Willie Terry brings us to No Kings Albany. Then, Mark Dunlea speaks with Bebhinn Francies of the Amsdell Tenants Union. Later on, we will hear about the concert HEARD taking place at The Seasoning House, a newer African restaurant in Troy. After that, Moses Nagel interviews Rocco Pezulo, the republican nominee for mayor of Albany. Finally, D Colin joins us to talk about the Unspoken Word Poetry Festival taking place this weekend, with the kick off on Friday Oct 24.

Proposition One on this year's election ballot asks New York voters to approve a state constitutional amendment that resolves issues around construction at the biathlon and Nordic ski facilities at Mt. Van Hoevenberg near Lake Placid and also adds land to the Adirondack Forest Preserve. The proposition would allow the Olympic Regional Development Authority, or ORDA, to construct, operate and maintain facilities on no more than 323 acres. To offset, that the state would be required to buy an additional 2,500 acres that would be added to the Forest Preserve. Claudia Braymer of Protect the Adirondacks discusses the proposal as well as their hope that the state will purchase the 36,000 acre Whitney Park. With Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

On Saturday, October 18, 2025, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Network Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry attended the Albany and Troy "No King Day Protest." The No Kings protests, also known internationally as the No Dictators or No Tyrants protests, were demonstrations against what the organizers describe as the authoritarian policies of Donald Trump and corruption in his administration. In this part 1 of a series of labor segments, Willie interviews participants about why they are at the No King protest.

We are now joined by singer-songwriter, musician Ryan Clark. Ryan has been releasing music since 2017, has opened for many other bands, and played at CMA Fest in 2022. He is currently doing the “Small Universe” tour around New York, named after his upcoming EP. Benno Greene Talks with Ryan about his tour, his writing process, and his upcoming performance at Song City Troy. More info on his tour and music can be found at ryanclarkmusic.com.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea has a report from Albany's No Kings protest that took place last Saturday. Then, for our peace segment, Mark Dunlea talks with Prof. Stephen Zunes about the ceasefire in Gaza. Later on, Rosemary Armao explores the issue of grief. After that, Benno Greene interviews musician Ryan Clark. Finally, Sina talks with Tarik Shah, the subject of the film “Tarik Shah: Don't Play Like Them” which is screening at the Sanctuary on Friday 10/24, about his jazz career.

After two weeks, the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza is still holding, despite numerous continued killings by the IDF and a delay by Hamas in turning over the bodies of dead hostages (that they claim are buried under the rubble from Israel's missiles). Prof. Stephen Zunes, Director of Middle Eastern Studies at the University of San Francisco, talks with Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine, about the situation and his article, "A Shaky Ceasefire is Better Than an Ongoing Genocide."

The Forever War; The War on Terror is the event taking place at the Sanctuary this Friday, Oct 24 in partnership with Coalition for Civil Freedoms. This event will include the screening of “Tarik Shah: Don't Play Like Them” followed by a panel discussion about the lasting effects of the war on terror. In this interview, Tarik Shah talks about his career in jazz.

Prompted by the death of her mother and of two of his beloved horses, Rosemary Armao and Jay Jochnowitz open a discussion about grief, loss, eulogies and getting on with life in this week's chapter of Beyond the Brink. Loss is equally hard to cope with and talk about. Family conflicts, insecurities and existential dread all come into play when death hits us -- so mosly we don't talk about it at all.

Albany will have new mayor this year with Kathy Sheehan stepping down after 3 terms. Rocco Pezzulo is the Republican nominee. A Republican has not won the office in albany since 1921. Moses Nagel spoke to the candidate about his reasons for running and his vision for the city.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea was at the local No Kings rally and will bring us excerpts from some of the speakers. Then, we have another piece of our Election Watch coverage for Troy City Council. Later on, Sina Basila Hickey interviews jingle dress dancers at the Homelands Pow Wow. After that, Juan Pantaleon sits down with local comics Alaina Gil, Tyler Artis, and Duncan Harris to talk about Comics Weekend. Finally, Thom Francis introduces us to poet Nancy Byrne Iannucci.

Shikole Struber is running for Troy City Council District 2 on the Democratic and Working Families Party line against incumbent Ryan Brosnan. Shikole spoke with Sina Basila Hickey as part of Hudson Mohawk Magazine's election watch coverage. HMM reached out to Ryan Brosnan for an interview, but we have not heard back.

Phil DiLorenzo is running for Troy City Council District 1 on the Democratic and Working Families Party line against incumbent Bill Keal. Phil spoke with Sina Basila Hickey as part of Hudson Mohawk Magazine's election watch coverage. HMM reached out to Bill Keal for an interview, but we have not heard back.

This week, Thom Francis introduces us to poet Nancy Byrne Iannucci. Nancy was one of the featured readers at the Eight Poets event at The Fish Market on Saturday, October 11, 2025. That day, Nancy was joined by poets from the Hudson Valley Writers Guild, online zines Trailer Park Quarterly and Hobo Camp Review, and Paper Moon. ——— The Hudson Valley Writers Guild, Paper Moon, and online zines Trailer Park Quarterly and Hobo Camp Review joined forces to present Eight Poets, an afternoon of poetry and spoken word at the Fish Market in Troy, NY on Saturday, October 11, 2025. One of the poets who shared their work on that beautiful fall afternoon was poet Nancy Byrne Iannucci. Nancy read her poems “Freedom,” “Granddad's Garden,” Just as They Were About to Bloom,” “Taking Back Eden,” and “We Tried to Fly” and discussed the inspiration behind them. Nancy Byrne Iannucci is a poet and librarian living with her cats, Nash and Emily Dickinson. Her work appears in journals such as THRUSH, Hobo Camp Review, San Pedro River Review, and Hole in the Head Review. She's the author of four chapbooks and is currently working on two new collections of poetry. Hobo Camp Review editor James H Duncan introduced Nancy to the audience.

This Week Former Capital Regions Funniest Comic Jay Rivituso is in studio to pass the title along to this years Capital Regions Funniest Comic Champion Shawn Barnes. The guys sit down wih host Juan Pantaleon to talk about their journeys these past few years and and how belonging to the local comedy scene has benefitted to that.

This Week Alanna Gill, Tyler Artis and Duncan Harris are in studio to promote Comics Weekend. A 4 day Celebration of local comedy consisting of numerous different venues Hosting various Shows and open mics in Albany, Schenectady and Troy. Connecting local comedians to the public and other comedy scenes. they sit down to discuss the details and talk about the show they will all be on this weekend at McAddy's in Troy. McAddy's Mayhem starting at 8PM that is also Headlined and produced by Albany Comedy interview Corner Host Juan Pantaleon.

Today we are joined again by Hugh Johnson to talk about some of the areas prone to flooding due to Typhoon and Hurricane weather along with perdictions about the upcoming winter weather.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea brings us coverage from the Break the Bonds NY State campaign's rally in Albany advocating for the divestment of the NY State Common Retirement Fund from Israel Bonds. Then, Sean Bernyk talks with Collar City Pride founder Meagon Nolasco to discuss Queer History across different cultures tracing it all the way back to the 18th and 19th century to the present day. Later on, retired national weather service meteorologist Hugh Johnson joins us to discuss recent weather events and what to expect of the weather this week. After that, we hear from Phat as he talks with Joanna Dreby about his family's immigration story to the Capital Region. Finally, Tarik Shah talks about the lasting effects of being a victim of The War on Terror. “Tarik Shah: Don't Play Like Them” will screen at the Sanctuary on Friday October 24.