Podcast appearances and mentions of Marc Molinaro

Former Federal Transit Administration Administrator Marc Molinaro joins Paul Comfort for an in-depth conversation about federal transit policy, funding, and the future of public transportation.Drawing on his experience as both a member of Congress and the leader of the FTA, Molinaro offers a behind-the-scenes look at how the agency operates, what transit agencies should understand about federal grants, and why building consensus in Washington is often more complicated than it appears.The discussion explores the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee's recently approved surface transportation reauthorization proposal, evolving federal priorities around safety, security, accessibility, and project delivery, and the growing role of bus rapid transit in connecting urban, suburban, and rural communities.Whether you're a transit executive, policymaker, or industry observer, this episode provides valuable insight into how federal decisions shape local transit systems across North America.In This EpisodeWhat the FTA actually does day-to-day How federal transit grants are evaluated and managed Lessons learned from leading the FTA The future of surface transportation reauthorization Safety, security, and accessibility priorities Bus Rapid Transit vs. Light Rail investment trends Why transit legislation advances through "evolution, not revolution" What transit leaders often misunderstand about WashingtonCreditsHost and Producer: Paul Comfort Executive Producer: Julie Gates Producer: Chris O'Keeffe Editor: Patrick Emile Associate Producer: Cyndi Raskin Brand Design: Tina Olagundoye Transit Unplugged is brought to you by Modaxo, passionate about moving the world's people.For more information, visit: www.Transit Unplugged.comDisclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the guests, and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Modaxo Inc., its affiliates or subsidiaries, or any entities they represent (“Modaxo”). This production belongs to Modaxo, and may contain information that may be subject to trademark, copyright, or other intellectual property rights and restrictions. This production provides general information, and should not be relied on as legal advice or opinion. Modaxo specifically disclaims all warranties, express or implied, and will not be liable for any losses, claims, or damages arising from the use of this presentation, from any material contained in it, or from any action or decision taken in response to it.

Bob talks to Marc Molinaro about New York redistricting, the window repair workers stuck on the side of Chase Tower and the TV news, and Scott Pelley bring fired by CBS.

March 31, 2026 - In an excerpt of Dispatches from Planet Albany, Republican Marc Molinaro explains why he is running for the state Assembly more than a decade after he left the chamber and got elected to multiple other offices.

The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are public policy and communications expert Theresa Bourgeois, Former New York 19th Congressman and NY Assemblyman John Faso, Former New York 19th Congressman Marc Molinaro, Vice President for Editorial Development at the New York Press Association Judy Patrick, and Investment Banker on Wall St. Mark Wittman.

In this episode of the Friends for Life Podcast, we dive into the transformative Think Differently Database Act, a groundbreaking new law signed by President Joe Biden. Tony Stuart joins us to discuss how this legislation will create a first-of-its-kind national clearinghouse for disability resources, empowering individuals with disabilities, their families, and caregivers. We explore what this means for access to essential services like Medicaid, mental health care, and community support, all searchable by zip code. We also highlight the bipartisan effort behind this initiative, championed by leaders like former Rep. Marc Molinaro and Senators Eric Schmitt and Jon Ossoff, and what it signals for the future of disability advocacy. Tony shares insights into how this law, along with other recent measures to improve disaster relief and accessibility at federal buildings and Amtrak stations, represents a step toward fulfilling the promise of inclusion and equity for all. At Friends for Life Residential Care, we are proud to be a provider of essential services for individuals with disabilities in Northwest Ohio. We are dedicated to supporting people in achieving their goals and living fulfilling lives. Learn more about our work and services at friendsforliferc.com. Tune in for an enlightening conversation about the path to a more accessible and supportive future for people with disabilities!

After the election, official Washington is reorganizing.In today's Congressional Corner, outgoing Republican Congressman Marc Molinaro of New York's 19th district continues his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This conversation was recorded December 5th.

When will outgoing Congressman Marc Molinaro make a comeback?In today's Congressional Corner, the Republican from New York's 19th district continues his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This conversation was recorded December 5th.

Several New York House seats are changing hands.In today's Congressional Corner, outgoing Republican Congressman Marc Molinaro of New York's 19th district speaks with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This conversation was recorded December 5th.

Congressman Marc Molinaro speaks to Grant Reeher in an exit interview from his role as representative for New York's 19th District.

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Live interviews with Rep. Marc Molinaro and challenger Josh Riley.

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Benjamin Netanyahu is coming back to Congress this month.In today's Congressional Corner, Republican Congressman Marc Molinaro of New York's 19th district wraps up his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded June 27th.

Could the Supreme Court erode more rights?In today's Congressional Corner, Republican Congressman Marc Molinaro of New York's 19th district continues his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded June 27th.

Control of the House runs through upstate New York.In today's Congressional Corner, Republican Congressman Marc Molinaro of New York's 19th district speaks with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This conversation was recorded June 27th.

Elise Stefanik, Chairwoman of the House Republican Conference, and New York's GOP Representatives in the House have firmly requested the immediate stepping down of Columbia University President, Minouche Shafik. The basis for this radical demand was a gross mishandling of a substantial unauthorized protest manifesting undeniable antisemitism that has significantly disrupted the normal functioning of the prominent institution's campus. They declared that this moment of crisis required a swift, positive change in administration, citing Shafik's failure in reestablishing order and stability as reasons for her resignation. The New York Republican representatives voiced their vehement disapproval of the chaotic state of the Morningside Heights university grounds over the previous days. Normal academic activities were heavily hindered, with the necessity to call off classroom lessons, thus arousing extensive concern. A notable rabbinic figure advised the Jewish members of the institutions to retreat to safety, given the unfavorable situation that emerged ahead of the commencement of the Passover celebrations. The Republicans deprecated Shafik's inadequacy to secure the welfare of the students, particularly the Jewish population, amidst such a hostile environment. A principal objective for a leader of a higher educational institution, they suggested, would be to warrant a non-threatening, protected academic environment conducive to learning. Harshly they remarked that for President Shafik, this objective had been an utter failure. The State University of New York System's highest-ranking Republican, Stefanik, scrutinized President Shafik alongside bipartisan members of the House Committee on Education and Labor. Their primary concern was her unsuccessful endeavors to protect Jewish pupils from intimidation and harassment. This this hostility reportedly stemmed from anti-Israel protestors, in response to a sudden attack from Hamas in early October, resulting in a devastating loss of approximately 1,200 lives. Students from Columbia confessed to reporters prior to the House Committee's hearing about being on the receiving end of explicit antisemitic behavior. This included public disparagement targeted at students adorning Star of David necklaces and unabashedly offensive remarks shouted in the kosher sections of campus dining locations. The very day of these revelations, protest stricken the university campus as demonstrators erected numerous tents in a blatant show of power. This action aimed to pressurize Columbia University into severing its financial ties with Israel. Many of the protest participants even went so far as to justify Hamas' measures and advocated for the abolition of the Jewish State. Actions of the protestors turned worrisomely threatening with some participants goading the Al-Qassam, the militant wing of Hamas, to choose students bearing Israeli flags for their subsequent targets. As the situation escalated, NYPD officers arrested over a hundred participants from the Gaza Solidarity Encampment upon Shafik's instructions. The Republican representatives, however, contended that the protest had been unofficially permitted to continue for two days prior and had shockingly recommenced sans intervention from law enforcement. Reacting to the unsettling events, President Shafik made a plea to the students to retreat to their homes, stating that the university needed to address the security concerns expressed by students from various communities. Underpinned with sorrow, she acknowledged the strain the incidents have put on the unity of the academic community that would necessitate time and labor to mend. Responding to the current situation, New York Republican Representatives Nicole Malliotakis, Claudia Tenney, Nick Langworthy, Nick LaLota, Andrew Garbarino, Anthony D'Esposito, Marc Molinaro, Brandon Williams, Mike Lawler, and D'Esposito joined Stefanik in calling for Shafik's resignation. The representatives, along with four House Democrats, were present on-campus on Monday to investigate current affairs. Rep. Josh Gottheimer expressed mild approval of Shafik's actions but emphasized that their commitment would be critically evaluated every day. The focus of their evaluation: Shafik's adherence to university policies centered on protecting the Jewish student and faculty population. Bruce Blakeman, the Nassau County Executive, accused President Shafik of a symbolic surrender, considering her decision to transition in-person classes to remote learning as an admittance of an insufficient security measure for Jewish students. Blakeman, himself a Republican of Jewish descent, expressed outrage at Shafik's inability to uphold Columbia's own code of conduct and protect Jewish students' rightful security on campus. Shafik's testimony before Congress faced severe criticism, with Stefanik and her GOP colleagues remarking on its hollowness and discrepancies in her statements regarding holding professors guilty of engaging in antisemitic actions accountable. Shafik's stance on controversial professor Joseph Massad was a focal point of debate. Massad, who had referred to the Oct. 7 massacre as ‘awesome', was reportedly under investigation. Professor Massad surprisingly refuted these claims, stating that he was unaware of any investigation into his comments. He detailed his encounter with Columbia University Provost, Angela Olinto, wherein she endorsed her support and expressed regret over harassment he had allegedly experienced at the hands of another university professor. 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It's a critical time in education. In today's Congressional Corner, Republican Congressman Marc Molinaro of New York's 19th district wraps up his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This conversation was recorded April 10.

The New York state budget is late. In today's Congressional Corner, Republican Congressman Marc Molinaro of New York's 19th district continues his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This conversation was recorded April 10th.

The new districts are set. In today's Congressional Corner, Republican Congressman Marc Molinaro of New York's 19th district speaks with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This conversation was recorded April 10.

Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas has made history, but not in the way he probably wanted.In today's Congressional Corner, Republican Congressman Marc Molinaro of New York's 19th district wraps up his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This conversation was recorded February 15.

What happened at Head Start in Sullivan County?In today's Congressional Corner, Republican Congressman Marc Molinaro of New York's 19th district continues his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This conversation was recorded February 15.

The U.S. is apparently facing a security threat.In today's Congressional Corner, Republican Congressman Marc Molinaro of New York's 19th district speaks with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This conversation was recorded February 15.

About 60 House Republicans visited the southern border this week.In today's Congressional Corner, Republican Congressman Marc Molinaro of New York's 19th district speaks with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This conversation was recorded January 5.

Republicans are trying to find the crime in “Biden crime family.” In today's Congressional Corner, Republican Congressman Marc Molinaro of New York's 19th district wraps up his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This conversation was recorded December 12.

The House of Representatives has a new Speaker … for how long? In today's Congressional Corner, Republican Congressman Marc Molinaro of New York's 19th district continues his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This conversation was recorded December 12.

Congress is ending a dramatic 2023. In today's Congressional Corner, Republican Congressman Marc Molinaro of New York's 19th district speaks with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This conversation was recorded December 12.

House Republicans have begun an impeachment probe of President Biden. In today's Congressional Corner, Republican Congressman Marc Molinaro of New York's 19th district wraps up his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This conversation was recorded October 2.

A government shutdown has been averted – for now. In today's Congressional Corner, Republican Congressman Marc Molinaro of New York's 19th district continues his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This conversation was recorded October 2.

It has been a summer of challenges for communities in upstate New York. In today's Congressional Corner, Republican Congressman Marc Molinaro of New York's 19th district speaks with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This conversation was recorded October 2.

Where should the migrants go?In today's Congressional Corner, Republican Congressman Marc Molinaro of New York's 19th district wraps up his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus.

The next Farm Bill is taking shape.In today's Congressional Corner, Republican Congressman Marc Molinaro of New York's 19th district continues his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus.

Congressman Marc Molinaro joins the program to talk about the migrant crisis in New York City, big things coming for his constituency, and what's next for him in his already impressive political career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Monday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, President Biden is set to touch down in Hawaii this morning to assess the damage in Maui following the wildfires that devastated the island nearly two weeks ago. The only issue is the President waiting much too long to make this visit, showing without a shadow of a doubt that he has no real grief for the people who lost their lives. In other news of the day, New York City Mayor Eric Adams travels to Israel in an attempt to aid in his fight against anti-Semitism in NYC while his own city continues to crumble while the ongoing migrant crisis consumes its city streets, Curtis Sliwa gets arrested again, and we're gearing up for the first GOP Presidential debate set for this Wednesday night. Jim Kerr, Curtis Sliwa, Rich Lowry, Lara Trump, Marc Molinaro and Dov Hikind join the program on this Monday morning in the Big Apple. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It has been a summer of challenges for communities in upstate New York.In today's Congressional Corner, Republican Congressman Marc Molinaro of New York's 19th district speaks with WAMC's Ian Pickus.

Congressman Marc Molinaro (NY-19) describes how he is helping to build an impactful, compassionate government that truly helps people. “There are too few [politicians] who care about the results; they care more about making a point than making a difference,” he laments. He is vehement about how government does its work. “We need to be purposeful in that what we offer in aid and assistance needs to be about helping people get from where they are to a position of empowerment and independence.”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Members of Congress from our region say military healthcare needs updating.In today's Congressional Corner, Congressman Marc Molinaro of New York's 19th district continues his conversation with WAMC's Ian Pickus. This conversation was recorded June 6th.

Today's headlines: Val Demings won the democratic senate primary in Florida, while Matt Gaetz, who despite being investigated for sex trafficking, was victorious in his primary to run again for his Republican House seat. Pat Ryan has won a special congressional election for a seat in the Hudson Valley, while Jerry Nadler and Dan Goldman have won in the Upper East/West side district and the Brooklyn district. Yesterday President Biden announced that the federal government will cancel 10 thousand dollars in federal student debt for individuals who are making 125 thousand dollars or less in income. The Jan. 6 panel investigators have traveled to Copenhagen to view footage of Roger Stone's pardening, and the IRS has announced that they're launching a full security review of their facilities nationwide. Finally, Dinosaur tracks from 113 million years ago were uncovered due to severe drought conditions at Dinosaur Valley State Park. Resources/Articles mentioned this episode: PK Journal: Pat Ryan defeats Marc Molinaro in 19th Congressional special election NY Times: Five Takeaways From Tuesday's Election AP News: Student loan forgiveness could help more than 40 million Politico: Jan. 6 panel investigators traveled to Copenhagen to view Stone footage Washington Post: IRS launches safety review after right-wing threats CNN: Dinosaur tracks from 113 million years ago uncovered due to severe drought conditions at Dinosaur Valley State Park