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As world leaders gather in New York City for the UN General Assembly and Climate Week, nearly 200 organizations have called for Make Billionaires Pay events across the country on Saturday, September 20. A bus is leaving from Albany for the main rally taking place in NYC. The rally themes include Shutdown Billionaires, Fascists and Polluters, and protect immigrants and Mother Earth. Ethan Gormley of Citizen Action talks with Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

On Monday, September 1, 2025, the labor community came together for the Capital District Area Labor Federation's 'Labor Day 2025 Celebration - Rally and Picnic' at Lanthier's Grove Corporation on 4 Dunsbach Ferry Road in Latham. Our labor correspondent, Willie Terry, was there, engaging with union members to hear their thoughts on the labor issues and concerns that were at the forefront this Labor Day 2025. In this six-part series of voices from the Labor Day picnic and rally, Willie interviews Angie Morris, member of CSEA & CBTU, and former executive director of the Schenectady County Human Rights Commission.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea brings us coverage from the Packaging Reduction Act rally at the State Capitol where environmental advocacy groups were rallying for the passage of the Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act. Then, Willie Terry interviews Gustavo Santos, Guilderland councilperson, during the Labor Day Rally in Latham NY on the history of labour and state of labour today. Later on, Hugh Johnson joins us to answer some of our questions on weather and the history of meteorology. After that, we hear from Nikolai Dreby as he talks to Sean about his immigration story from China to the US as part of the weekly series Everybody Moves. Finally, as we mark the start of Hispanic Heritage month we have an archive piece of Gabe Allen-Cruz talking with Dr. Jose Cruz of SUNY Albany on the significance of Hispanic heritage and culture.

On Monday, September 1, 2025, the labor community came together for the Capital District Area Labor Federation's 'Labor Day 2025 Celebration - Rally and Picnic' at Lanthier's Grove Corporation on 4 Dunsbach Ferry Road in Latham. Our labor correspondent, Willie Terry, was there, engaging with union members to hear their thoughts on the labor issues and concerns that were at the forefront this Labor Day 2025. In this fifth segment of the voices from the Labor Day picnic and rally, Willie interviews Gustavo Santos, a Guilderland Town Board member and a member of the Public Employees Federation.

Everybody Moves 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: Fifth grader, Sean. This series is produced by Moses Nagel and Joanna Dreby. 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.

On Saturday, September 13, more than a hundred environmentalists rallied at the State Capitol to call for passage of the Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act. Many criticized Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie for refusing to allow the bill to come up to a vote the last two sessions under pressure from more than 60 paid industry lobbyists. In Part one of our coverage, we start off with music from Terri Roben and then hear from Alexis Goldsmith of Beyond Plastics, Monique Fitzgerald of the Brookhaven Landfill Action and Remediation Group; and Courtney Williams, of the Westchester Alliance for Sustainable Solutions. Thank you to Sonja Stark for the audio recording. By Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea continues his coverage on the ICE Out of Troy event that took place on September 5th Then, Willie Terry brings us excerpts from Rashida Tlaib's speech at the "People's Conference for Palestine" held in Detroit. Later on, you'll hear more from Hudson Mohawk Magazine's trip to the Troy Farmers Market. After that, UAlbany Assistant Professor Tassiana Moura deOliveira talks with Andrea Cunliffe about life and experience in Brazil under Dictatorship and Democracy. Finally, we'll celebrate Hudson Mohawk Magazine's 8th birthday with an interview with Sina Basila Hickey

The finally finished NATURE Lab mural will be unveiled at StoryHarvest, this Saturday 9/13/25. The images are inspired by the surrounding nature, plants, and animals. The mural is designed in a circle to represent a communal space. Artist Jade Warrick mentored Water Justice Lab youth fellows, including Polly Napelenok who interiewed Jade for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, we begin with some excerpts from the Troy September 11 memorial. Then, for our Labor Bucket, Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry interviews Greg Giorgi, Industrial Workers of the World (IWW) Upstate NY Delegate and Organizer, and the Labor Day picnic. Later on, Mark Dunlea previews the Ukrainian Festival taking place this weekend at the Polish Community Center in Albany. After that, Andrea Cunliffe shares the experience of stumbling upon Nerf Culture. Finally, we'll hear from Jade Warrick about creating a mural on asphalt in the NATURE Lab yard.

It's been twenty-four years since September 11, 2001, after which twenty Troy firefighters traveled to New York City to help with the clean up in lower Manhattan. At the Troy memorial, Retired Troy Firefighter Eric Wisher was the event host with various speakers including Troy Mayor Carmella Mantello and Fire Assistant Chief James Hughes, from whom we hear in this segment.

StoryHarvest: Altar to the Past, Altar to the Future, is taking place on Saturday, September 13, from 2-5pm. This event will have so many fun activities for people of all ages including participatory altar making, portrait sessions, a community food table, acupuncture, apple pressing, tai chi, and more! Benno Greene and Mark Dunlea spoke with Sina Basila Hickey who oversees programming at the Sanctuary. https://www.mediasanctuary.org/event/storyharvest-2025/

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First,Mark Dunlea reports on why climate groups carried signs outside the 50th anniversary event of the NYS Energy and Research Development Authority Then, for Marks' Peace Bucket, we hear about a forum on Sunday Sept. 14 on US China Policy Later on, Rosemary Armao explores the issue of artificial intelligence After that, Moses Nagel filed a report from the September 4 meeting of the Albany Common Council Finally, we will talk to Sina Basila Hickey about StoryHarvest, the Sanctuary's annual autumn event, taking place this weekend, Sept 13.

The Albany Common Council had their regular twice monthly meeting on September 4. They tackled accessory dwelling units and a teen curfew. Moses Nagel reports.

Rosemary Armao's podcast has been renamed Beyond the Brink. RPI's computing guru Jim Hendler says it's not artificial intelligence we have to worry about -- it's the people using AI that you have to watch out for. And those people. include tech bros after profits and a president out to win political points. Jim Hendler holds the impressive titles of Tetherless World Professor of Computer, Web and Cognitive Sciences at Rensselaer. Polytechnic Institute and Founding Director of the Institute for Data, Artificial Intelligence and Computing. He also is the director of the RPI-IBM Artificial Intelligence Research Collaboration. He is a data scientist with interests in open government and scientific data, data science for healthcare, AI and machine learning, semantic data integration and the use of data in government. He has authored more than 450 books, technical papers, and articles.

On Monday. September 8, the NYS Energy and Research Development Authority held a reception on Wolf Road in Albany to observe its 50th anniversary. A number of climate groups held signs outside of the event to highlight some key reforms they hope that NYSERDA will adopt to curtail greenhouse gas emissions and speed up the transition to clean, renewable energy. We hear from Isaac Silberman-Gorn of Frack Action; Thelma Safeez from RPI Sunrise; Mary Finneran of the Sierra Club; and Noah Ginsberg of the NY Solar Energy Industries Association. By Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

First, Mark Dunlea continues his coverage of the ICE Out of Troy new conference that was held in front of city hall. Then, Moses Nagel spoke with Taina Asili as she begins what she calls the Fever Pitch Pilgrimage, walking from Albany to New York City to raise funds and awareness for climate justice. Next, Eric Morser sat down with Lynne Mattison and Stuart Whipple to discuss challenges unions face today. After that, Albany Comedy Interview Corner Juan Pantaleon talks with Twon Wood about his 4 Hill Bomber novel. Finally, Thom Francis introduces us to poet Don Maurer who shared his work at the Poetic License Poetry. Hosts: Vinny DamaPoleto and Caelan McPherson Engineers:Caelan McPherson

On Saturday September 13, 518Ukrainians.com are sponsoring a Ukrainian Festival at the Polish Community Center. The festival with arts, music, and culture will be from 12 to 6, with dancing to live music from 6 to 10 PM. Dr. Anna Allen talks to Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Since the Obama Administration announced its Pivot to Asia policy in 2011, U.S.-China relations have been in a downward spiral. Dr. Joseph Gerson, President of the Campaign for Peace, Disarmament and Common Security, will speak on US Policy on China to the Capital District Humanist Society on Sunday September 14 at 1 PM at Pinnacle Living, 45 Forts Ferry Road, Latham. He will also be on zoom. He talked to Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Thom Francis introduces us to poet Don Maurer who shared his work at the Poetic License Poetry Reading & Open Mic at the Fish Market in Troy on November 13, 2023. That night Don read his poem “Unnatural Acts,” that inspired a painting by Phil Palmieri in the exhibit. He also read “Nauset Beach, Cape Cod, 1840” and “Long Johns on the Line,” a poem on the changing seasons. Poetic License is a joint project of the Hudson Valley Writers Guild and Upstate Artists Guild that brings together regional poets and visual artists. For 2023, the exhibit was on display at the Fish Market in Troy and the Honest Weight Food Co-op in Albany. +++ Poetic License 2025 is almost here and the HVWG and UAG are very excited to welcome everyone to this year's exhibit featuring almost 40 pieces of art inspired by over 20 poems. This year we are heading back to the Fish Market in Troy with four events taking place throughout September including collage workshops, a poetry reading, and special reception during Troy Night Out. On Tuesday, September 30, the work will move across the river to the Honest Weight Food Coop for the months of October and November where we will have even more opportunities to view the art and take part in community events. For more information on the Poetic License project, see the artwork, and to read the poems that inspired it, go to https://www.poeticlicensealbany.com/

On one summer Saturday of 2025, the Albany Nerf Group gathered in Troy's Prospect Park and introduced the game to Hudson Mohawk Magazine's Andrea Cunliffe. Here she brings you this first hand on-site experience with Nerf Culture. Stephen and Brad and other members of the Albany Nerf Group explain the engineering skills of creating the tools and the pure fun playing Nerf Battles. For more information - Instagram: @AlbanyNerfGroup

Local musician and activist Taina Asili begins what she calls a pilgrimage on September 13. She is walking from Albany to New York City to raise funds and awareness for climate justice and her exciting new show: Fever Pitch. Moses Nagel spoke with her as she prepares for the Fever Pitch Pilgrimage.

This Week Comedian / Skater / Artist Twon Wood is in Studio to promote Hill Bomber 4. The 4th installment of his art collective in comic book form inspired by his adventures in skateboarding. He sits down with Host Juan Pantaleon to discuss details about the comic and the Hill Bomber 4 Release Party Friday September 12th at Paper Moon in Troy

On Monday, September 1, 2025, the labor community came together for the Capital District Area Labor Federation's 'Labor Day 2025 Celebration - Rally and Picnic' at Lanthier's Grove Corporation on 4 Dunsbach Ferry Road in Latham. Our labor correspondent, Willie Terry, was there, engaging with union members to hear their thoughts on the labor issues and concerns that were at the forefront this Labor Day 2025. In this fourth segment of the voices from the Labor Day picnic and rally, Willie interviews Greg Giorgi, Industrial Workers of the World (IWW) Upstate NY Delegate and Organizer.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: First, Mark Dunlea reports on the criticism of Cong. Josh Riley and Comptroller Tom DiNapoli's support for the genocide in Gaza. Then, Willie Terry talks to David Banks, organizer and activist with the Troy Area Labor Council and United University Professions. Later on, retired National Weather Service Meteorologist Hugh Johnson joins us to give a brief recap of this summer's weather and what to expect of the local weather this autumn. After that, Joanna Dreby and Moses Nagel bring us our weekly segment Everybody Moves. This week we hear from Susan, a student from China. Finally, Benno Green talks to Veena and Devesh Chandra, a mother-son duo that plays and teaches Indian classical music in the Capital Region.

Veena and Devesh Chandra are a mother son duo who play the sitar and the tabla respectively. They perform all over the capital region and teach Indian classical music at various colleges. Benno Greene spoke with them about the unique aspects of Indian classical music and what it means to them. On Tuesday September 9th they will be playing at Song City Troy

Due to the ongoing genocide in Gaza, a coalition of groups held the second "People's Conference for Palestine" in Detroit, Michigan, from August 29 to 31, 2025. In this labor segment, Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry recorded excerpts from comments on Sunday, August 31, given by Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib at the conference.

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 Susan, a student from China. 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.

Under the theme of Block the Bombs, Break the Bonds, Palestinian Rights groups on Friday September 5, attended the Columbia County Democratic Party picnic to confront Cong. Josh Riley and Comptroller Tom DiNapoli over their support for the genocide in Gaza. They interrupted Riley when he was speaking, prompting DiNapoli to decide not to speak after spending several hours waiting. The protestors then slow walked DiNapoli out of the site, both as he walked surrounded by security to his car and then as he was slowly driven away. Riley recently went to Israel on an AIPAC junket while DiNapoli has continued to invest more than $350 million of the state pension funds in Israeli bonds. Before the many speeches started, we talked with Susan Davies and Jim McCabe of Columbia County for Palestine; and Eyad Alkarubi from the Palestinian Rights Committee. After the Palestinian protests, we talked with Karen Frishkoff of Citizens Climate Lobby. Our coverage concludes with a short interview with Jackie Salvatore, who is seeking to become the first African American woman county sheriff in the state.

On Monday, September 1, 2025, the labor community came together for the Capital District Area Labor Federation's 'Labor Day 2025 Celebration - Rally and Picnic' at Lanthier's Grove Corporation on 4 Dunsbach Ferry Road in Latham. Our labor correspondent, Willie Terry, was there, engaging with union members to hear their thoughts on the labor issues and concerns that were at the forefront this Labor Day 2025. In this third segment of the voices from the Labor Day picnic and rally, Willie interviews David A. Banks, Organizer and activist with the Troy Area Labor Council (TALC) and United University Professions (UUP).

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea brings us coverage from a press conference where over a dozen community groups came together to stand against Immigration and Customs Enforcement's presence in Troy and surrounding areas. Then, Willie Terry talks about labor issues at a Labor Day Rally and Picnic' held at Lanthier's Grove in Latham on September 1st. Later on, Sina Basila Hickey brings us coverage from Troy Farmers Market. After that, Benno Greene talks to songwriter Michael Eck about his upcoming performance at Song City Troy. Finally, Jacob Boston talks to Troy High School basketball coach Jack O'keefe about advice for students starting a new year.

On Friday, September 5, more than a dozen community groups led by the Justice Center of Rensselaer County held a news conference in front of Troy City Hall to call on local and state officials to keep ICE out of Troy and other communities. They also called on the state legislature to come back in a special session to pass the New York For All Act to prohibit local officials and law enforcement from cooperating with ICE and their kidnapping of community residents. Speakers at the news conference included Jamie Crouse as emcee; Jessica Ashley of The Justice Center of Rensselaer County; Angela Beallor, Troy Capital Region Sanctuary Coalition (CRSC); Bryan McCormack, Columbia County Sanctuary Movement; Jahaira Roldan, New York Immigration Coalition; Rev. Donna Elia, Troy Area United Ministry; Verónica A Troy resident whose husband was kidnapped by ICE; Melanie Trimble, New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU); Naomi Jaffe of the Jails Justice Network; and Starletta Renee, YWCA of the Greater Capital Region. This has been Mark Dunlea for the Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Michael Eck is a veteran songwriter, musician as well as a multi-instrumentalist, painter, and music critic. Benno Greene spoke with him about his musical beginnings, his artistic pursuits, his songwriting, and his upcoming performance at Song City Troy on September 9th.

On Monday, September 1, 2025, the labor community came together for the 'Labor Day 2025 Celebration - Rally and Picnic' at Lanthier's Grove Corporation on 4 Dunsbach Ferry Road in Latham. Our labor correspondent, Willie Terry, was there, engaging with union members to hear their thoughts on the labor issues and concerns that were at the forefront this Labor Day 2025. In this second segment of the voices from the Labor Day picnic and rally, Willie interviews Joe Paparone, Organizer and activist with the NYS Poor People's Campaign, Nonviolent Medicaid Army, and the National Union of the Homeless in the Capital Region.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea interviews Linda O'Malley about the upcoming ICE OUT OF TROY press conference on Friday, September 5th. Then, Willie Terry speaks with union members at the Labor Day 2025 Celebration about their concerns on labor issues. Later on, Mark Dunlea shares a report at a press conference announcing the first two houses in Sheridan Hollow in Albany being converted to a joint geothermal heating and cooling system. After that, Vinny DamaPoleto interviews DD about their experiences in the West Bank of Palestine and working with the protective presence movement. Finally, Cat Jones discusses homelessness with "Tim" of Forest Park.

Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan and the Albany Community Land Trust held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, September 4 on Orange Street for geothermal drilling underway at two properties in the Sheridan Hollow neighborhood. These boreholes will enable highly efficient geothermal energy to be used to heat and cool 3 residential units and a commercial business. This pilot program, spearheaded by NYSERDA and Aztech Geothermal, will hopefully lead to a district geothermal system that will provide heating and cooling to up to 100 homes in the neighborhood that for more than a century has been polluted by the state's Sheridan Avenue Steam Plant used to power the Capitol and Empire State Plaza Complex. We hear from Sue Cottner of the Land Trust; Mayor Kathy Sheehan; Geoff Hoffer of Aztech; Albany County Legislator Mert Simpson; and, Christine Hoffer of NY Geo. By Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

On Friday, September 5 at 10 AM at Troy City Hall (433 River St.) the Justice Center of Rensselaer County, Troy Capital Region Sanctuary Coalition @518crsc, the Media Sanctuary, and a host of other organizations are holding a press conference to condemn the actions of ICE against members of the local community and to demand ICE OUT OF TROY! Linda O'Malley of the Justice Center talks with Mark Dunlea of the Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

On Monday, September 1, 2025, the labor community came together for the 'Labor Day 2025 Celebration - Rally and Picnic' at Lanthier's Grove Corporation on 4 Dunsbach Ferry Road in Latham. Our labor correspondent, Willie Terry, was there, engaging with union members to hear their thoughts on the labor issues and concerns that were at the forefront this Labor Day 2025. In this part-one segment of the voices from the Labor Day picnic and rally, Willie interviewed Doug Bullock, a longtime labor activist in the Capital Region.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: First, Mar Dunlea has a report on a climate rally at DEC earlier on Wednesday. Then, we have part 2 of Mark Dunlea's coverage of the annual labor day picnic. Later on, we have a live interview with Rosemary Armao about how the media covers President Trump. Finally, Benno Greene interviews musician Kate McDonnell.

Kate McDonnell is an award winning folk singer songwriter with poetic lyrics and unique guitar style. Benno Greene spoke with her about her recent releases, inspirations, and upcoming performances at Song City Troy on September 9th and at the Saratoga Songwriter Night series on September 23rd.

On Wednesday September 3, more than 3 dozen climate activists held a news conference outside of the State Department of Environmental Conservation in downtown Albany to urge the Hochul administration not to cave to President Trump, who is pushing the Governor to reverse prior decisions rejected several William company pipelines (NISE, Constitution) allegedly in exchange for allowing an offshore wind project off of Long Island to proceed. We hear from Ethan Gormley of Citizen Action, Isaac Silberman-Gorn of Frack Action, Melissa Hoffman of Food and Water Watch, Renee Vogelsang of Frack Action, and Hannah from RPI Sunrise. By Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First,Mark Dunlea heads to the Capital region Labor day picnic to learn more about Labor unions Then,we hear from Mary Finneran of the Hudson Mohawk SIerra Club, who will tell us all about the upcoming Rally at the DEC headquarters. Later on, we have a story about childhood trauma and art therapy After that, Padrick Smith and Kay Goutos will tell us about a weekly comedy open mic at the Comedy works in Saratoga. Finally, this week, Thom Francis reintroduces us to poet, writer, and editor James H Duncan. Hosts:Caelan McPherson and Vinny DamaPoleto Engineer:Caelan McPherson

Saratoga Apple has a business model which keeps them in direct relationship with consumers through their farm store and market presence. Their pick-you-own apples orchard brings in new and returning customers and offers a variety of apple. Owner Eric Darrow spoke with Sina Basila Hickey about Saratoga Apple, growing up in this business, and the difficulties and pleasures of this work. Learn more: https://www.saratogaapple.farm/ Saratoga Apple is an underwriter of The Sanctuary for Independent Media.

This week, Thom Francis reintroduces us to poet, writer, and editor James H Duncan. In their conversation, they talk about traveling and living as a writer all around the country and right here in the Capital Region. James read his poem “Albany” at The Linda, WAMC's Performing Arts Studio on December 17, 2021. — James H Duncan is the editor of Hobo Camp Review and the author of “We Are All Terminal But This Exit Is Mine,” “Vacancy,” and “Beyond the Wounded Horizon,” among other books of poetry and fiction. His latest collection of poetry is “We Have Waited Long Enough,” a collaboration with poets Gabriel Richard and Kevin Ridgeway. James has been back in the Capital Region for a few years after moving to Texas and spending time out west. After James shares his poem, "Albany," he goes on to talk about Albany, coming back home after time away traveling, and growth as a writer of both poetry and prose.

On Wednesday September 3, climate groups will rally outside of DEC headquarters in downtown Albany to urge the Hochul administration to comply with the state's climate law (CLCPA) and to refuse to reverse prior decisions by the state rejecting two gas pipeline projects proposed by Williams. As part of her deal with President Trump for him to allow an offshore wind project off of Long Island to move forward, Goverror Hochul agreed to re-examine the two pipelines. The NESE pipeline would go under NY Harbor. The Constitution pipeline's planned route in 2016 was approximately 125 miles from Susquehanna County, PA, to Schoharie County, NY, crossing 250 waterways. Mary Finneran of the Hudson Mohawk SIerra Club talks with Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

With the demise of Capital District Solidarity Committee after many decades, the annual labor day picnic in the area is now more formerly sponsored by the AFL-CIO – a little less political but more attendees, including far more children. At this year's event in Latham, we hear from Mike Keenan, former head of the Troy Area Labor Council; professor Peter LaVenia and Green Party state co-chair; Sean Collins, present head of the Troy Council; picnic co-coordinator Doug Bullock; IWW organizer Greg Giorgio; Bebhinn Francis of the National Union of the Homeless; US Senator Kirsten Gillibrand; State Senator Pat Fahy; Jennifer Beylo, the Nurses President at Albany Med; and long time labor activist Fred Pfeiffer.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, we bring you a Labor Day special. The following program of oral histories was conducted by undergraduate students in History 263: American Labor History, a course taught by Professor Eric J. Morser at Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, New York, as part of The Saratoga Labor History Digital Archive. Project Credits: Project Manager: Professor Eric J. Morser, History Department, Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs, New York Audio Editor and Narrator: Emma Gill Project Consultant/Community Producer: Willie Terry The project was produced in collaboration with MDOCS Co-Creation Initiative and Hudson Mohawk Magazine. It was supported by the MDOCS Co-Creation Initiative and funded in part by the Mellon Foundation. Special thanks to Angela Beallor Press.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Moses Nagel reports on the Black August Block Party hosted by the Albany Chapter of the Party for Socialism and Liberation. Then, Andrea Cunliffe gets us a sneak peek into The Friends of Chamber Music's 77th season. Later on, join us for a visit to Saratoga Apple. After that, Nancy Klepsch interviews David Gonsalves about his poetry practice and asks for a few short readings. Finally, we talk about the floating installation by eco-artist and environmental activist Anna Davidson. Co-hosts Richard Sleeper an Sina Basila Hickey

Chicago journalist and former Iraqi war correspondent Jackie Spinner spoke with Rosemary Armao for Armao On The Brink about President Trump's threat to federalize her city.

As Black August comes to an end, the Albany Chapter of the Party for Socialism and Liberation is hosting a Black August Block Party on Saturday August 30. Samaiya Ibraheem spoke with Moses Nagel about the event.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Andrea Cunliffe takes us to Prospect Park in Troy for the Community Rising Project cookout. Then, Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry shares excerpts from a rally he attended where the National Action Network called out Wall Street for perpetuating inequality. Later on, we get a dose of disability trivia with Blaise Bryant. After that, H. Bosh Jr interviews Octavia Maxwell about the origin of her business, Skin Deep Naturals. Finally, our very own co-hosts Mary and Marrow interviews Kate Brittenham about her work at Front Stoop LLC.

On Thursday, August 28, 2025, the National Action Network (NAN) held a "March on Wall Street" Rally, calling out Wall Street for perpetuating inequality and demanding financial reforms that benefit everyone, regardless of background, to create a different and more equitable society. In this labor segment, Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry recorded excerpts from the rally of comments from Rev. Al Sharpton and New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani.