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It's important for city government leaders—particularly Mayors—to be equipped with the access, capacity, and knowledge to deal with shifts in migration patterns caused by climate change, conflict, or economic factors. This episode features Wagner alums Vittoria Zanuso ‘14 and Samer Saliba '14 from the Mayors Migration Council, an organization focused on enabling cities to better meet the needs of incoming migrants. Tune in to hear about their innovative approaches, and why they think it's important to stop labeling migration as a “crisis.” The speakers also discuss how their education at NYU Wagner has been influential in their professional careers. 

2021 began with the news that 111% of the net jobs lost in December of 2020 - 140,00 - belonged to womxn. According to the National Women's Law Center, men gained 16,000 jobs while womxn lost 156,000. The COVID-19 pandemic and the sprawling public health and economic disaster that followed in its wake have delivered a perfect storm of devastation for American womxn, especially womxn of color. Still, womxn were the best part of the past year. As the majority of the healthcare workforce, womxn were the backbone of the nation's pandemic care and response. Womxn have been organizing their communities well before the pandemic, but their passion and dedication made all the difference in elections up and down the ballot in November. It seems impossible to fully explain all the ways in which womxn held it down in the past year, but that's never stopped us before. In celebration of International Womxn's Day, Wagner Womxn hosted a panel discussion to discuss the unique circumstances and burdens impacting womxn in 2021 as a product of COVID-19. Panelists include Nicole Bateman, Kathryn Anne Edwards, Angela Garbes, and Dr. C. Nicole Mason. The conversation will be moderated by Amy Auton-Smith.

Hazel Millard, a Senior Research and Program Associate in the Democracy Program at the Brennan Center, discuss how different cities are approaching money-in-politics reform and the dangers that the Citizens United decision imposes upon our democracy. We will also learn about the history of Citizens United and how Congress is working to address money-in-politics reform.  Transcript [00:00] Welcome from Emily Finkelstein and an overview of the Citizens United v. FEC landmark case, [04:20] Hazel Millard begins a discussion on Citizens United, legislation efforts, and dark money in politics. GUEST SPEAKER Hazel Millard is a senior research and program associate in the Democracy Program at The Brennan Center for Justice where she focuses on money in politics. Prior to joining the Brennan Center, Millard was a speechwriting intern in the Obama White House and the Office of the Massachusetts Attorney General. Millard graduated summa cum laude from Middlebury College in 2018 with a BA in history.

Liba Beyer, director of Human Rights Watch Global Campaigns and an NYU Wagner alum, discuss the importance of communicating human rights to produce social change. She shares her strategies to garner the attention in over-crowded digital spaces, and the skills needed to make an impact on society. She provides an analysis on various human rights issues including the death penalty and voting restorations. Beyer runs Persuasion Lab at Human Rights Watch, she explains the mission of this lab is to “figure out the tactics and tools that will move hearts and minds on human rights values to evaluate impacts in communications and audience growth/brand lift.” Finally, she describes her vision of an ideal advocacy campaign. Guest Speaker Liba Beyer joined Human Rights Watch in 2002 and has made significant impact in her many roles including expanding the Human Rights Watch Council by opening both the Chicago and Toronto offices. Liba currently leads the Public Advocacy, where she engages donors and public constituents in high level global advocacy campaigns and serves as the liaison between supporters in thirty two cities with the programmatic work and advocacy priorities of the organization. Liba has helped produce hundreds of international special events, donor trips and multi-polar advocacy campaigns. Liba received an MPA from NYU Wagner under a fully sponsored Jewish leader fellowship.  

We meet with fellow alumni, and current International Rescue Committee employee, Handaa  Enkh-Amgalan to hear about her upcoming book "Stigmatized," which dives deep into the disease-stigmatization surrounding Tuberculosis. Enkh-Amgalan will share her perspective of the broad role of stigmas in society, she will give her understanding of the infection rates of Tuberculosis and the multicultural approach to handling diseases. Stay for the end to understand the importance and role of international health organizations, along with self-care tips and the strength in numbers of community support. Guest Speaker Handaa Enkh-Amgalan works in the global humanitarian sector, focusing on refugee empowerment. Born and raised amid resilient, hard-working, and education-loving parents in an informal settlement in Mongolia, Handaa firmly believes in the power of pursuing and gaining higher education to become empowered and make a difference in the world. Through this book, Handaa shares her story of persevering through obstacles from financial hardship to stigma and illness, and obtaining education and achieving success despite the tough odds. Handaa holds a Master's degree from New York University in public policy and a Bachelor's in Economics from East Tennessee State University.

Professor Cyril Ghosh, author of “De-Moralizing Gay Rights: Some Queer Remarks on LGBTQ+ Rights Politics in the US” and Adjunct Associate Professor at NYU Wagner, examines the role of the Supreme Court in guaranteeing (or not) LGBTQ+ rights in the United States. He explains criticisms on the landmark case "Obergefell v. Hodges" that ruled in favor of same-sex marriage, examines the consequences of “pinkwashing,” and describes what to expect from the Supreme Court after the Trump Administration. Ghosh offers insight on what will probably be the next big LGBQT+ issue to reach the Supreme Court, and describes what can be done to impact these issues.

In this two-part Explainer series, a historical context of the US 2020 elections is discussed by breaking down the complexity of American governance and political systems. Rhea Almeida, an NYU Wagner Review Contributing Editor and MPA candidate, and Tim Naftali, a CNN presidential historian and politics expert, aim to provide a historic view of the elections, the evolution of suffrage, and the framework of the Electoral College. They also dissect the emergence of voting rights for different sections of the American society, and historic voter suppression mechanisms. Transcript [00:00] Welcome from NYU Office of Global Services. [02:02] Rhea Almeida begins facilitating a conversation with professor Tim Naftali about American democracy and elections. GUEST SPEAKER Timothy Naftali, clinical associate professor of public service and a clinical associate professor of history, is the director of NYU's undergraduate public policy program. The first federal director of the Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum, Naftali has served as an historical consultant to anumber if federal investigative and historial projects, such as the 9/11 Commission and the Interagency Working Group on Nazi and Imperiial Japanes War Crimes. The author or co-author of 5 books (and editor or co-editor of 8 books), Naftali specializes in presidential, international and espionage history. He is currently a CNN presidential historian and appears regularly in historical documentaries.

In this two-part Explainer series, a historical context to the US 2020 elections is discussed by breaking down the complexity of American governance and political systems. In Part I, Ana Raymundo, an NYU Wagner MPA candidate, talks with policy expert Professor John Gershman to analyze the emergence of the Republican and Democratic parties in America, the distribution of state and federal powers, and the different roles of Congress and Senate. They examine pathways for international students and election-onlookers to engage with the intricacies of these systems better.

Kristin Van Busum, an NYU Wagner ‘10 alum and founder of the social enterprise Project Alianza, describes the merits, challenges, and takeaways of starting your own business. She explains the bottom-up educational solutions that her organization provides within farming communities of Latin America. In this podcast episode with Rhea Almeida and Luisa Portugal, Kristin describes the importance of working with local governments, the challenges of fundraising, and key takeaways from her time education experience at NYU Wagner.  Guest Speaker Kristin is founder and CEO of Project Alianza, a woman-led social enterprise that provides education for children living in remote farming communities in Latin America, and a NYU Wagner alumni, having finished her MPA in 2010. She is cofounder of WomenSpeaks, a BostonSpeaks initiative that champions the advancement of women as effective communicators and leaders. She is a TEDx and keynote speaker, Fulbright Scholar, Aspen Institute Fellow, and was a Gold Winner in the MassChallenge Boston accelerator for high-impact startups where she is currently the Social Impact Entrepreneur in Residence. Prior to founding Project Alianza, she worked at RAND Corporation, a global policy think tank.

Today's podcast is includes an informative introduction to the Urban Planning specialization at NYU, with our special guest Jacquelyn Spade a MUP candidate. She will share her insights on the urban planning specialization at NYU, how it impacts communities, and how urban design perpetuates racial inequality. She also examines the top down vs. bottom up planning, disciplines within the fundamental ideologies of planning, the importance of green space, and the importance of our live environment in positive habit formation. Guest Speaker Jacquelyn Spade is a second-year MUP Candidate at NYU Wagner specializing in International Development Planning. She currently interns for Komera doing data analysis. She has an academic background in Sustainable Community Development with a specialization in Climate Change and Green Infrastructure from the University of Massachusetts – Amherst. Her professional background in management and renewable energy having spent time as a Fellow at the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center working on their SolarizeMass program.

This podcast episode focuses on the role CannaPolicy, a public policy and advocacy group working in the cannabis space. They discuss their mission to provide NYU  students with the tools, resources, and education necessary to responsibly advance cannabis legalization, rebuild communities harmed by prohibition, and positively impact the development of the nascent cannabis industry. CannaPolicy is a part of NYU's larger Cannabis Network, a first of its kind intersectional ecosystem of student groups committed to advancing cannabis justice and equity in the policy, business, legal, and healthcare fields. Together the group work's to develop NYU students into thought leaders building a more responsible, equitable, and socially conscious cannabis industry for all. TRANSCRIPT: [00:00] Welcome and introduction from host Kyle Roland. [01:23] Tosin Ajayi describes how she founded the CannaPolicy group, [02:56] Michelle Smoler introduces herself and her mission for the CannaPolicy group, along with policy and racial justice issues, [05:43] Christina Noland discuss the importance of legalizing cannabis. Featured Photo Credit: YURI GRIPAS/REUTERS

With Election Day on Nov 3rd, MPA candidates Rhea Almeida and Luisa Portugal speaks with Dr. Paul Light as he shares insight on presidential candidates' ability, or inability, to deliver on their campaign promises. In light of the recent COVID-19 Pandemic, Dr. Light also examines the need to rebuild the political infrastructure in America. He covers a variety of topics, including: rebuilding institutions, relying on evidence-based policymaking, and increasing bureaucratic accountability. Tune in as he shares his ideology on the core problem within America, which may be a surprise to many. Transcript [00:00] Welcome from Rhea Almeida and Luisa Portugal, [01:43] Professor Wagner begins his discussion on American governance. Lectured Courses at NYU: Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation by Design (3 credits) Introduction to Social Impact (4 credits)  

One week before the 2020 election, Wagner Womxn's panel explores what it means to be a womxn in the political sphere.  They discuss identity politics, the importance of women's engagement in politics, and what NYU Wagner students can do to get out the vote in our own community. Panelists include De'Ara Balenger, co-founder of Maestra and former director of engagement for Hillary Clinton's presidential campaign; Jen Bendery, senior political reporter at HuffPost; Charlotte Clymer, activist and writer; Dianne Morales, candidate for Mayor of New York City; Kunoor Ojha, chief of staff for the Green New Deal Network and Elizabeth Warren presidential campaign alum; and Christina Reynolds, vice president of communications at Emily's List; moderated by Professor Katherine Grainger, co-founder of Supermajority. Transcript [0:00] Introduction by Alexis Richards, NYU MPA Candidate, President of Wagner Womxn, and staff writer for NYU Wagner Review, [01:15] Katherine Grainger begins moderating and asks the guest speakers to introduce themselves, [02:47] Kunoor Ojha introduces herself and discuss her role as an organizer, [04:09] Dianne Morales, the first afro-latina candidate for NYC Mayor, introducers herself and discuss her role as an educator, [05:10] Christina Reynolds briefly discuss her years of professional experience, [05:47] Charlotte Clymer briefly discuss her past experience, and her role in the upcoming elections, [06:42] Jennifer Bendery discuss her journalism role and topics she has covered, [07:10] Katherine Grainger begins asking the panelist questions, [36:03] De'Ara Balenger joins the group of panelist, introduces her past professional experience, and continues the conversation on voting.

Bloomberg columnist, author, and NYU professor Gernot Wagner describes how climate change is not only an opportunity for action, but also for-profit. He examines the social cost of carbon, the role of big fossil fuel companies, and key differences in the climate policies presented by US presidential candidates Joe Biden and president Donald Trump.   Finally, Professor Wagner provides a solution to a zero-carbon future through global policy action, innovative investment, and accountability.   Transcript: [0:00] Welcome from Rhea Almeida and Luisa Portugal, [2:09] Professor Wagner begins his discussion on climate change. Guest Speaker: Gernot Wagner is a climate economist. His research, writing, and teaching focus on climate risks and climate policy. He teaches climate economics and policy at NYU, where he is a clinical associate professor at the Department of Environmental Studies and associated clinical professor at the NYU Wagner School of Public Service. Gernot writes the Risky Climate column for Bloomberg Green and has written two books.Prior to joining NYU, Gernot was the founding executive director of Harvard's Solar Geoengineering Research Program (2016 – 2019). He has taught at Columbia, Harvard, and NYU, and has been a term member of the Council on Foreign Relations.

In this fight for American democracy, the VOTE 2020 initiative at NYU Wagner has three goals: (1) to encourage everyone in the NYU community to vote, (2) to enable community members to find volunteer opportunities to ensure greater voter engagement across the country, (3) to fund students to work for non-partisan, get-out-the-vote operations. Luisa Portugal sits down with Professor Erica Foldy and the Vote 2020 Cohort, represented by NYU Wagner MPA candidates' Alexis Richards and Abe Nelson, to discuss their efforts during the presidential election , the Vote2020 Fellowship and how students can get involved with the program. Transcript [0:00] Introduction by Tiffany Rose Miller, Editor-in-Chief of NYU Wagner Review [00:45] Erica Foldy, an NYU Wagner professor, discuss Vote 2020's initiative efforts, [1:18] Luisa Portugal begins moderating, first question ask how Vote 2020 was started, [3:12] Alexis Richards and Abraham Nelson, Co-Directors of VOTE 2020, discuss their involvement with the initiative, [6:30] Alexis and Abe discuss how NYU students can get involved with election efforts, [12:46] Things to know when voting by mail.

This podcast features a speaker panel of experts and leaders in the field climate change. They discuss what environmental advocacy looks like one year after the monumental Climate Change protests in 2019, while also considering the backdrop of 2020. The panel then reviewed rollbacks and changes in regulations that took place under the current Administration, as well as individual states' activities and responses to those actions. They discussed how activism in 2020 has been shaped by ongoing unprecedented events and challenges of getting the Green New Deal legislation passed in Congress Panelist included speakers from varying points in their roles as activists including Janiece Watts of Fresh Energy, Ben Longstreth of NRDC, and Joe Hobbs of Fridays for Future. They will explore how to best to combat Climate Change through an activism lens particularly while we are still living through a global pandemic. The panel is moderated by Carolyn Kissane, Clinical Professor at NYU School of Professional Studies. Transcript [0:00] Welcome from Gioia Kennedy, NYU Wagner student and Chair of ACE, [00:24] Gioia Kennedy reads The Alliance for Climate Change and Environment's mission statement, [1:40] Matt Minner, NYU Wagner student and Co-events Chair of ACE, introduces the speakers and moderator, [5:48] Dr. Carolyn Kissane begins the panel discussion, [7:07] Ben Longstreth discuss his work as a climate advocate, [11:16] Janiece Watts explains her path to activism, [18:44] Joe Hobbs walks us through his passion for climate activism at such a young age.

NYU Law Professor Philip Alston draws on his decades-long experience in human rights, and explains why poverty is extremely political. We hear his views on the limitations of UN Sustainable Development Goals, and why technocratic economists are not the only experts we need to rely on, especially after COVID-19.   This podcast episode features Alston's take on how multilateral organizations should evolve, why climate change needs a bolder approach, and why the eradication of poverty  is not a priority of the elite power within global institutions.  We end discussing Professor Alston's adventures in a remote village in Papua New Guinea. Guest Speaker: Philip G. Alston's teaching focuses primarily on international law, human rights law, and international criminal law. He co-chairs the NYU Center for Human Rights and Global Justice. In the human rights area, Alston was appointed in 2014 as the UN Human Rights Council's Special Rapporteur on extreme poverty and human rights and has visited and reported on Chile, China, Mauritania, Romania, and Saudi Arabia. He was previously UN Special Rapporteur on extrajudicial, summary, or arbitrary executions from 2004 to 2010 and undertook fact-finding missions to: Sri Lanka, Nigeria, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Philippines, Israel, Lebanon, Albania, Kenya, Brazil, Central African Republic, Afghanistan, the United States, Albania, and Ecuador. Photo Credit: Philip Alston, United Nations special rapporteur on extreme poverty and human rights. Photo by: Cia Pak / U.N.

Presented by NYU Wagner Health Network (WHN) and Wagner International Student Society (WISS).   This discussion will feature international students from NYU Wagner's MPA-Health program, that share how their respective home countries have been responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. They will also critically analyze public health policies to identify areas for improvement, and a potential for adoption by other countries.   Meet the panelists: Chiamaka Ojiako: Nigeria Rouding Wang: China Kyaolin Rajbhandary: Nepal   Moderator: Hanan Almarzooqi   Transcript 0:00: Welcome from moderator Hanan Almarzooqi 00:34 Introduction of first speaker Kyaolin Rajbhandary 17:33 Introduction of second speaker Chiamaka Ojiako 42:43 Introduction of third speaker Rouding Wan Rouding Wang

Sherry Glied, a health economist and Dean of New York University's Wagner School, walks us through her professional journey: starting out as a labor economist to being part of the team who designed the Affordable Care Act. Glied gives us insight into her time at Washington, D.C. working on health policy under the Bush, Clinton and Obama administrations, and analyzes the ins and outs of Presidential Candidate Joe Biden's healthcare policy. Finally she gives a glimpse into her past and present life in academia during her time at Harvard, Columbia, and now NYU. Guest Speaker: Sherry Glied is Dean of New York University's Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service. From 1989-2013, she was Professor of Health Policy and Management at Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health. She was Chair of the Department of Health Policy and Management from 1998-2009. On June 22, 2010, Glied was confirmed by the U.S. Senate as Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation at the Department of Health and Human Services, and served in that capacity from July 2010 through August 2012. She had previously served as Senior Economist for health care and labor market policy on the President's Council of Economic Advisers in 1992-1993, under Presidents Bush and Clinton, and participated in the Clinton Health Care Task Force. She has been elected to the National Academy of Medicine, the National Academy of Social Insurance, and served as a member of the Commission on Evidence-Based Policymaking.

Policy analysis and political hot-takes lead NYU Wagner MPA candidates Rhea Almeida and Luisa Portugal on a journey into the false narratives introduced by members of the Republican Party, and unexpected turn of events involving the upcoming 2020 United States presidential election. NYU Clinical Professor of Public Service John Gershman analyzes the 2020 Republican National Convention held last week, the politics of the Affordable Care Act – known as ObamaCare, the rise of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY), and much more. He also emphasizes the importance of voting by mail early, and voting altogether.  Guest Speaker:  John Gershman is a Clinical Professor of Public Service and the Director of International Capstone Programs at Wagner. He is also a co-founding member of the New York Southeast Asia Network. Previously he was the Director of the Global Affairs Program at the International Relations Center and the Co-Director of Foreign Policy in Focus, a progressive think tank on U.S. foreign policy and international affairs. He has worked at a series of nonprofit think tanks since the early 1990s, including the Institute for Food and Development Policy and Partners in Health. He is a co-founder of the New York Southeast Asia Network.

The American criminal justice system has continuously failed to hold police officers accountable for excessive force against Black Americans. It is hard to ignore the injustices so many Black Americans face today. In the middle of a global pandemic, yet again we mourn the death of an unarmed Black man, George Floyd. On May 25th, 2020, Officer Derek Chauvin along with two additional officers pinned Floyd to the ground with Chauvin's knee compressed on his neck for eight minutes, ultimately killing him. Two medical examiners— one hired by the family of George Floyd and the other hired by Hennepin County— have concluded his death was a homicide. Four days later, Minnesota's Hennepin County District Attorney Mike Freeman announced that after reviewing video evidence and autopsy reports, his office “does not have enough evidence to criminally charge the four police officers” with his death— setting off what would be days of national outrage and protest. As of today, Officer Chauvin has been the only officer charged with his death, the case has since then been handed over to the Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison for prosecution. As we've seen with previous cases of fatal police brutality, it is unlikely that all of the officers involved will be held accountable for their actions. Not only is it important to seek justice for Floyd and many before him, but it's more important that the American legal system works harder to eradicate systemic racial bias. Alexandra Kirton and Tasia Hawkins shed a light on the racial inequalities their family has faced, how non-Black allies can engage in these conversations, along with their experience on what it's like to be Black in America.   TRANSCRIPT: 0:00: Welcome from hosts Rhea and Luisa 0:34: Message from Tiffany Rose Miller, Editor-in-Chief of The Wagner Review 3:50: Luisa Introducing speakers Alexandra Kirton and Tasia Hawkins 16:47: Wrap up   RESOURCES TO DONATE: ACLU – Call for Justice for George Floyd Black Lives Matter Black Visions Collective Brooklyn Community Bail Out Fund National Bail Out Until Freedom Justice League NYC Reclaim the Block  

July 26, 2020 marked the 30th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). While there has been tremendous progress made during the disability rights movement, there is still a long way to go. Emily Finkelstein talks with Nicole Jorwic, the Senior Director of Pubic Policy at The Arc, on the ADA in 2020 and her recommendations to strengthen the ADA;  Emily also sits down with Abigail Shaw, a mentorship coordinator at Learning Ally to discuss her hopes for the future of the disability rights movement as someone who is deeply and personally impacted by it. Transcript: 0:00: Welcome from Emily Finkelstein 3:43: Nicole Jorwic discuss the most impactful parts of the Americans with Disabilities Act. 20:40: Abigail Shaw discuss how we can better support Americans with disabilities. Photo Credit: rosefirerising GUEST SPEAKERS: Nicole Jorwic is the Senior Director of Public Policy at The Arc, a national community-based organization advocating for and serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Prior to joining The Arc policy team Nicole served as Senior Policy Advisor for the state of Illinois. Prior to that appointment, Nicole served as the CEO/President of the Institute on Public Policy for People with Disabilities where she continued the Institute's mission to improve the lives of people with disabilities and assisted the leadership of the state of Illinois in developing public policy driven best practices in serving individuals with disabilities. Nicole is also an accomplished special education attorney and an advocate for students with disabilities, with a focus on transition-aged youth. Nicole received her JD and Child and Family Law Certificate, from Loyola University Chicago. She received her BS from the University of Illinois. Nicole is also a sibling; her brother Chris is 31 and has autism. Abigail Shaw strives to educate the public on persons with disabilities through her hobbies and work. She received a BS in Music Industry Studies from Appalachian State University and is currently pursuing a Master's in Social Work from Fordham University. Abigail works at Learning Ally, an educational solutions organization primarily serving individuals with print related disabilities. At Learning Ally, Abigail serves as the College Success Program's mentorship coordinator for college students who are blind and contributes her skills with audio and recording to the production process of Learning Ally's audio books. As a long-distance runner, Abigail is a member and co-captain of the New York City chapter of Achilles International, an organization promoting mainstream athletics for people with disabilities. She has competed in several national half and whole marathons and triathlons. Since June of 2019, she has been on the Advisory Committee on Transit Accessibility for New York City Transit, and currently acts as the co-chair. Whether by plane, train, or automobile—Abigail's preferred method of transportation is with her yellow lab guide dog from Guiding Eyes for the Blind by her side.

At the top of the episode, hosts Rhea and Luisa talk about the unlikeliness of developing herd immunity in the US, and the subsequent risks of reopening schools in the Fall.  On today's episode, The Wagner Review features two NYU undergraduate students. NYU Tandon senior Nelson James walks us through the technological tools that can make the online learning experience adaptive and personalized for students during the coronavirus pandemic. Founder and director of Project Firefly, and NYU pre-med student Luisa Portugal (yes, there's two of them!), discuss her efforts to help children in orphanages cope during COVID-19. TRANSCRIPT: 0:00: Welcome from hosts Rhea and Luisa 0:46: Top news of the week  7:05: Luisa Portugal discuss her efforts to help children in orphanages cope during COVID-19. 12:58: Nelson James walks us through the technological tools that can make the online learning experience adaptive and personalized for students during the coronavirus pandemic.

The Wagner Review podcast series include's NYU policy and law students that will analyze policy issues and solutions emerging in real-time around the country. In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the United States has seen record-breaking unemployment rates by US citizens. With many people out of work and unable to pay living expenses, food scarcity is on the rise as the economy reels. Undocumented immigrants and people living in particularly low socioeconomic neighborhoods, have felt the raft of being unable to pay for food and provide for their families. During this time, we've seen many mutual aid projects form throughout New York City and New Jersey, where community residents are taking the initiative to care for those unable able to receive adequate assistance from the government. Stephanie Rosas comes on The Wagner Review Podcast Series to discuss the mutual aid projects she has been involved in, and what it's been like giving back to the community during the COVID-19 pandemic. TRANSCRIPT: 0:00: Welcome and introduction from host Kyle Roland 1:04: Stephanie Rosas discuss her mutual aid efforts in the midst of a pandemic   Mutual Aid Links: New Jersey Mutual Aid Tenant Collective of Hudson County Brick City Mutual Aid Volunteer Survey

In March, the outbreak of the coronavirus led to an immediate and sudden shut down of the economy. So how did institutions and systems cope? On today's episode of Coronacast, hosts Rhea and Luisa discuss ICE's new immigration policy that forces international students out of the country if universities return online in the fall. Our first guest Jasmine Jeffers sheds light on public school systems, their response to the pandemic, and how going online accentuated existing educational inequities. Attorney Brian Farkas walks us through how the United States judicial system has responded to COVID-19, and the various legal implications of systems going online.  TRANSCRIPT: 0:00: Welcome from hosts Rhea and Luisa 0:40: Top news of the week  4:50: Jasmine Jeffers sheds light on the effects of COVID-19 on the public school systems 13:26: Brian Farkas, Esq, walks us through how the United States judicial system has responded to COVID-19   News segment: ICE Says International Students Can't Stay in the US for Online Fall Classes Amidst COVID Fauci Says U.S. Could Reach 100,000 Virus Cases a Day as Warnings Grow Darker 239 Experts Show Evidence Claiming Coronavirus is Airborne Single Case of Bubonic Plague Found in Inner Mongolia, WHO Says it is Not High Risk

On this episode of Coronacast, Mikeala Sparks walks us through the disproportionate impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Native Americans. The Navajo Nation currently has the highest cases per capita in the US, and she explains how this crisis could be further exacerbated by an under-funded Indian Healthcare Service. Next, Chiamaka P. Ojiako traces the recent history of epidemics and pandemics, and the evolving role of the World Health Organization in crisis management. At the top of the episode, hosts Luisa and Rhea analyze this week's COVID-19 milestones and the risks of reopening too soon. TRANSCRIPT: 0:00: Welcome from hosts Rhea and Luisa 0:38: Top news of the week  5:14: Mikeala Sparks on COVID-19 Poses a Threat to Native Americans 13:49 Chiamaka P. Ojiako on The evolving role of the World Health Organization in pandemics   News segment: US Coronavirus Updates – NYTimes Governor Cuomo Warns NY Residents of Breaking Violation, Aimed at Avoiding Second Wave Beijing Sees Fresh Coronavirus Cases India Reopens Even as Coronavirus Cases Rise Brazil Hits World's Highest Death Toll, Bolsonaro Continues Reopening Dr. Fauci Corrects WHO Comment on Asymptomatic Spreaders of Coronavirus Trump Administration Erases Transgender Civil Rights Protections in Health Care Resources and information about the Native American population: Population map by Mikeala Sparks Native Philanthropy Organization – Resource Center Native Partnership Organization National Congress of American Indians     

On this episode of Coronacast, Kyle Roland walks us through the trade offs between how contact tracing can help us contain the COVID-19 pandemic, and the risks of large-scale public health data collection. Next up, Alexandra Kirton sheds light on the gaps in risk communication and what public officials can do better inform the public. Our news segment at the beginning of the episode looks at New York City's Phase 1 reopening amidst Black Lives Matter protests. TRANSCRIPT: 0:00: Welcome from hosts Rhea and Luisa 0:33: Top news of the week  4:35: Kyle Roland on Contact Tracing & the Risks of Public Health Data Collection 12:51: Lexi Kirton on Risk Communication during this Pandemic WASHINGTON SQUARE PARK PROTEST AUDIO SPEAKERS: Elder Kirsten John Foy, Founder, Arc of Justice Erica Ford, CEO of LIFE Camp RESOURCES TO DONATE: ACLU – Call for Justice for George Floyd Black Lives Matter Black Visions Collective Brooklyn Community Bail Out Fund National Bail Out Until Freedom Justice League NYC Reclaim the Block NEWS: George Floyd Protests Add New Front Line for Coronavirus Doctors Mayor de Blasio vows to cut NYPD funding Commuters in Face Masks on the Subway as N.Y.C. Begins Reopening Trump Attacking Vote by Mail Policies

On this episode of Coronacast, we focus on the global south. NYU Wagner students Teguh Sassongko takes us through the crash of the tourism industry amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, with a special look at his home country of Indonesia. Next, fellow student Ana Maria Raymundo discusses the gaps in governance in the Philippines, and how civil society organizations are stepping up. Tune in for our first international episode as we also give you a quick recap of world news this week.   NEWS SEGMENT LINKS: Many killed as Cyclone Amphan tears into India, Bangladesh coasts Brazil widens use of malaria drugs in mild coronavirus cases On tape, Bolsonaro cites protecting his family in push to swap top Rio cop: source Will Mandatory Face Masks End the Burqa Bans? Brazil Has The 2nd-Highest Number Of The Coronavirus Cases In The World An Incalculable Loss (NYT Front Page) ORGANIZATIONS MENTIONED BY ANA MARIA: Aha! Learning  Center Move Food Initiative COVID-19 Citizen Budget Tracker

On this election-special episode, NYU Wagner students Abe Nelson and Alexis Richards discuss the pandemic and universal ‘Vote by Mail' – a policy that could allow all American voters to mail in their ballots in the 2020 Presidential election. Could this keep voters safe amidst the Coronavirus outbreak? We break down the pros and possible cons for you, while also providing a short news update of the week.   THE OBSTACLES: Printing and sending a ballot and prepaid return envelope to every registered American, then processing those ballots, would easily cost $2 billion. New procedures would need to be put in place rapidly in 45 states (UT, HI, OR, WA, and CO already have universal vote by mail), since states run their own elections. President Trump claimed voting by mail is vulnerable to fraud and harmful to Republican candidates. Many states actively suppress voter access, especially for voters of color. These same states were disproportionately active in purging 17 million voters from voting rolls between 2016 – 2018. There is currently little incentive for these state officials to change course. TRANSCRIPT: 0:00: Welcome from hosts Rhea and Luisa 0:40: News segment  3:50: Interview with Abe and Alexis 18:16: Wrap up   NEWS SEGMENT LINKS: At Senate Hearing, Government Experts Paint Bleak Picture of the Pandemic Trump calls Fauci remarks on risks to reopening schools, economy unacceptable As more than two-thirds of states reopen, the U.S. faces a delicate moment. New York Extends Stay-At-Home Order, Allows Some Areas To Begin Reopening FDA clears home testing kits  Portugal gives migrants and asylum-seekers full citizenship rights during coronavirus outbreak Moderna Coronavirus Vaccine Trial Shows Promising Early Results Trump says he has been taking hydroxychloroquine, a drug whose effectiveness against the virus is unproven. VOTE BY MAIL RESOURCES/LINKS: Fair Fight When We All Vote Vote Save America | Vote Safe, America ACLU People Power Let America Vote

Welcome to Coronacast, a Wagner Review Podcast Series hosted by Rhea Almeida and Luisa Portugal Guests: Will Innes will discuss looking at a variety of housing policies, how they have interacted with disparate health, and aspects of the COVID-19 response. Madeline Dinsdale will discuss Canada's response to COVID-19: How Political Systems Shape Crisis Response.   TRANSCRIPT: 0:00: Welcome from Rhea and Luisa 0:12: Message from Tiffany Rose Miller, Editor-in-Chief of The Wagner Review 0:49: Rhea and Luisa introduces Will Innes 1:06: Will Innes Speaks 8:25: Luisa and Rhea introduces Madeline Dinsdale 8:57: Madeline Dinsdale Speaks

Thom Blaylock, NYU Wagner's Clinical Professor of Public Policy, sits down with Wagner Review hosts Rhea Almeida and Luisa Portugal to discuss the historical backdrop of podcast and its role in American politics. A veteran podcaster and co-host of his own successful series, Professor Blaylock highlights the importance of strategic agenda-setting to grab the attention of listeners.   Related NYU Wagner Course MSPP-GP 2100 Communication Skills for the Policy Analyst Related Podcast Thom Blaylock's podcast series titled ‘Dungeon Dads'

On this final episode of Coronacast, hosts Luisa and Rhea dissect the second COVID relief stimulus package which failed to reach a consensus between Democrats and Republicans in Congress. They analyze the series of executive orders subsequently signed into effect by President Trump that included changes to unemployment benefits and school funding.  Today's speaker is NYU Wagner MPA candidate Ashley Emery, discussing the challenges in accessing quality reproductive health care in the time of COVID-19. She also describes policy trends that enforce anti-abortion agendas. TRANSCRIPT: 0:00: Welcome from hosts Rhea and Luisa 0:37: Top news of the week  11:26: Ashley Emery walks us through the the challenges in accessing quality reproductive health care.   Resources to learn more: NARAL Pro-Choice America SisterSong: Women of Color Reproductive Justice Collective National Latina Institute for Reproductive Justice National Institute for Reproductive Health Planned Parenthood Center for Reproductive Rights EMILY's List All* Above All Report on aid to anti-abortion centers mentioned at the end of the interview News Segment: Axios interview with Donald Trump by interviewer Jonathan Swan White House, Democrats fail to reach agreement on virus relief bill, and next steps are uncertain After parents and teachers opposed a hybrid model, Chicago schools will reopen online only. Trump signs order for coronavirus relief, with lower level of extra aid for jobless Trump signs orders aimed at extending some pandemic relief after Congress fails to reach a deal Trump attempts to wrest tax and spending powers from Congress with new executive actions Over 32 million Americans are receiving unemployment claim benefits, US GDP shrunk 32.9% in Q2 2020  Governor Cuomo tweets that it's impossible for states to contribute 25% of funds to unemployment benefits  Even asymptomatic people carry the coronavirus in high amounts US: Fauci ‘cautiously' optimistic 2021 will see COVID-19 vaccine Factsheet on ‘Operation Warp Speed' for vaccine production

In the age of COVID-19 and the Black Lives Matter movement, the intrinsic connections between policy, discrimination, and health outcomes in marginalized communities have become more clear now than ever. Anjana Sreedhar is publishing a book that explores the intersections between these topics, underscoring the legacy of enforced racism, sexism, xenophobia, homophobia, and transphobia and other forms of discrimination. The book also introduces potential solutions to these challenges through using policy and technology as vehicles for change. TRANSCRIPT: 0:00- Welcome and introduction from host Kyle Roland. 1:25- Anjana Sreedhar walks us through the intersection of racial, equity and healthcare.   Guest Speaker Anjana Sreedhar is an administrative fellow at NYU Langone Health in New York City. She is a recent graduate of NYU's Wagner School of Public Service's Masters in Public Administration – Health Policy & Management program. She previously worked at Advisory Board, a healthcare research and consulting firm, in best practice research and strategic marketing. As a former student activist and promoter of diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism, Anjana comes into the healthcare space with a keen understanding of the dynamics of power and policy and how it affects the quality of life for those who live in America. Anjana is also the author of the upcoming non-fiction book (publish date: Dec 2020), Healthcare of a Thousand Slights, which is about the impact of policy-based discrimination on the healthcare access and outcomese of marginalized communities.

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic in New York City, food security continues to be a growing concern for residents. With the state seeing millions file for unemployment, mutual aid projects have stepped up to ensure communities in need receive adequate food to feed their families. David Aronov comes on The Wagner Review Podcast Series to discuss mutual aid projects he is involved in, and how he formed specific aid groups to target high-risk communities during the COVID-19 pandemic. TRANSCRIPT: 0:00- Welcome and introduction from host Kyle Roland. 1:45- David Aronov walks us through mutual aid efforts in his community. Guest Speaker David Aronov is a first-generation American who served as the president of the Wagner Student Association from 2019-2020 and is a class of 2020 graduate of NYU Wagner with an MPA degree. He co-founded a nonprofit organization called the Bukharian Jewish Union (BJU), which serves as the central hub for the social, cultural, and professional growth of Bukharian Jews in their 20's and 30's. David currently works for NYC Census 2020 as Queens Lead Organizer, focused on ensuring the people of Queens receive their fair share of billions of dollars in federal funding from the 2020 Census for hospitals, transit authorities, schools, and libraries.