Podcast appearances and mentions of mark dunlea

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, A conversation with Noah Ginsberg of New York Solar Energy Industries Association. Noah discusses with HMM producer Mark Dunlea the Energy industries' success of meeting NYS's climate law goal for community solar energy generation and the funding cuts recently decided on by the Public Service Commission. Next, Part 3 of a conversation that I had with League of Women voters advocate Amy Vastola about her advocacy work and why she does it! Then, we'll hear about the return of the “Nature Bus,” a FREE service offered by the Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) that takes folks on routes from downtown Albany to parks and trails in the region. After that, Comedian Tyler Artis spoke with producers Andrea Cunliffe and Sina Basila Hickey. Artis is one of the hosts of the weekly comedy open mic at The Local 217 in Albany, Thursdays at 9. And finally, Thom Francis highlights local poet and artist Melissa Anderson, who was the featured reader at the Third Thursday Poetry Night. Co- hosts: Caelan McPherson & Marsha Lazarus Engineer: Jalaya Reid

New York State's climate law – CLCPA - set a goal of installing six gigawatts of distributed rooftop and community solar energy generation by 2025. New York achieved the 6 GW goal in 2024 - one year ahead of schedule and $421 million under budget. Most of the state's other climate goals are not being met. The success was largely due to the NY-Sun program, which reduces the cost of installing solar for New Yorkers. While the state has now set a goal of 10 GW by 2030, the Public Service Commission recently decided to cut by $271 million the funding for the program. Solar companies and advocates are rallying this Wednesday May 28 at 11 AM at the Capitol to reverse this decision. Noah Ginsberg of New York Solar Energy Industries Association talks about the issue with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, Mark Dunlea reports on Troy Common Council's recent majority vote against the Good Cause Eviction Law Then, Blaise Bryant and Sal cover a joint press conference held in support of a bill restoring choice in the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program. Later on, willie terry continues his coverage from a recent ceremony held in memory of Labor and Revolutionary Leader for Irish independence, James Connolly. After that, we hear about the upcoming exhibition "It's an Us Thing" featuring 7 siblings, including Jade Warrick. Finally, Siena College students went to Radix Ecological Sustainability Center in downtown Albany, where the went to more about the importance of having community spaces Co-hosts: Jacob Boston & Sina Basila Hickey Engineer: Jalaya Reid

On Thursday, , members of the Troy Common Council's Republican majority voted against holding a public hearing over opting into the Good Cause Eviction Law. Nearly 2,000 petition signatures have been collected in Troy in support of the cause. GOP majority members have argued that embracing “good-cause” protections passed by the state last year would unfairly burden property owners and empower bad tenants. Sean Collins, Head of the Troy Area Labor Council, talks with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, Mark Dunlea reports from a rally for Parole Justice legislation Then, Willie Terry takes listeners to a tribute to Troy labor leader James Connolly. Later on, H Bosh Jr finishes his conversation with minister and professor Diane Clark. After that, Marsha Lazarus hears from Medical Aid in Dying advocate Amy Vastola about why she is passionate about the passage of the bill. Finally, we hear from three Stockbridge-Munsee youth who traveled to their ancestral lands in the Capital Region of New York from their reservation in Wisconsin. Co-hosts: Neya Quarles and Khin Naing Engineer: Jalaya Reid

The local chapter of Veterans for Peace will be marching in the Albany Memorial Day parade, as it has done for decades. The group is calling for immediate ceasefires in the various conflicts that the US is engaged in such as Ukraine and Gaza. Poet and veteran Dan Wilcox talks with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, Mark Dunlea reports on the effort to ban new factory farms in NY Then, we hear about why Veterans for Peace will be marching in Albany's Memorial Day Parade Later on, Armao on the Brink talks with Jay Jochowtiz of the TU about the Trump administration. After that, Willie Terry filed this fourth segment on the recent lobby day by Beyond Plastics. Finally, Kitchen Sanctuary's Jonathan Segol takes listeners into Collard City Growers garden in anticipation of Friday's Open Garden Hours event where visitors will be invited to make mocktails out of ingredients from the garden. Co-hosts: Mark Dunlea Engineer: Jalaya Reid

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, Mark Dunlea reports on a national day of action organized by the Right to the City Coalition on Tuesday May 20th, and the local rally in Albany. Then, Marsha Lazarus talks with League of Women Voters advocate Amy Vastola about the Medical Aid in Dying Bill currently being considered by the New York State legislators. Later on, we hear part 3 of Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry's report from the Beyond Plastic's “Lobbying Day” at the Legislators Office Building. After that, for this week's Albany Comedy Interview Corner, Juan Panteleon welcomes Dylan Reese to talk about his Dungeons and Dragons show. And in our final segment, Thom Francis reintroduces us to longtime local poet and open mic host Don Levy. Co-hosts: Brea Barthel & Caelan McPherson. Engineer: Jalaya Reid

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, Mark Dunlea brings us coverage from a forum by various climate groups where Lt. Governor Antonio Delgado and author/activist Bill McKibben discuss climate solutions in New York. Then, Andrea Cunliffe talks with James McGanghan the Albany county Republican Party chair during the republican Spring Fling in Elm Park. After that, Retired National Weather Service meteorologist Hugh Johnson joins us for our weekly look at climate and his weather forecast. Later on, Moses Nagel and Joanna Dreby bring us the weekly series Everybody MOves that profiles migrant stories. This week we hear from Carl, who was born in Germany. Finally, a piece from our archives, Willie Terry interviewed Brother X in 2022 about his impressions of Malcolm X Co-host: Lennox Apudo Engineer: Jalaya Reid

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, Mark Dunlea talks to Joel Berg of Hunger Free America about house republicans proposed cuts for the federal SNAP program, also known as food stamps Then, Brea Barthel brings us a conversation with Batman, a member of Christ's Church in Albany, where they talk about an event the church is holding in celebration of 518 day Later on, Sina Basila Hickey brings us coverage from Troy central little leagues 2025 season opening ceremony. After that, we talk with Ellie and Jessy about their Fermentation Friday series Finally, Willie Terry continues his coverage on Beyond Plastic's lobbying day for the "Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act and the Bigger, Better Bottle Bills." Co-hosts: Jacob Boston & Richard Sleeper Engineer: Jalaya Reid

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Rachael Fauss of Reinvent Albany discusses the group's concerns with the changes in the state budget with Mark Dunlea. Then, Marion Reynolds and Alina of UAlbany speak at the Beyond Plastics Lobbying Day. Later on, for Triple Es, H Bosh Jr speaks with Diane Clark. After that, we invite 2024 Queer Poetry Prize Winner, Ennis Rooke Bashe, for an interview. Finally, Ellie von Wellsheim of the Mooncatcher Project speaks on International Menstrual Hygiene Day with Brea Barthel.

House Republicans are proposing dramatic cuts in funding for the federal SNAP program, formally known as food stamps. This is on top of $1 billion in cuts for food program already made by the Trump administration. Joel Berg of Hunger Free America talks with Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine about the impact of the proposals.

Among the items included in the state budget are various provisions to further benefit incumbents and large donors in the public campaign finance rules for state level candidates. The changes would allow much larger donations to be matched and would also allow candidates to roll over $50,000 in unspent funds to another election. Rachael Fauss of Reinvent Albany discusses the group's concerns with the changes, and the need to make the state legisature more of an equal partner in the budget process with the Governor, with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Benno Greene and Mark Dunlea will review the recently passed state budget Then, Sen. Schumer was in Rensselaer Monday, stating his opposition to planned GOP cuts to SNAP. Later on, for Armao on the Brink, Rosemary explores how women are often overlooked in the field of medicine After that, Brea Barthel reports on the free kids films being shown in Albany Parks during the month of June. We finish with an interview with Shalom Harrison, a local artist who focuses on the soft characteristics of Black women. Co-hosts: Bennon Greene & Mark Dunlea Engineer: Jalaya Reid

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, Mark Dunlea brings us part of the EcoAction Committee of the Green Party's presentation on Zero Waste by Chris Burger who is Chair of both NY State and National Sierra Club Zero Waste Committees. Then, Moses Nagel speaks with Barbara Smith about the Trump administration's list of forbidden books (which she is on with one of her books), the conversation about the male loneliness epidemic and the recent national meeting of Jewish Voice for Peace. Later on, Aundrea Cunliffe speaks with protesters at an event hosted by the Albany County Republican Committee with keynote speaker Elise Stefanik After that, Twon Wood is in the studio to Promote his 3rd installment of Hill Bomber, a Comic book art series consisting of Twon's illustrations inspired by his experiences in Skateboarding, Comedy and life. Finally, for the 100th Poetry Segment, Thom Francis goes all the way to the beginning to his very first interview with Dan wilcox. Co-hosts: Caelan McPherson & Vinny DamaPoleto Engineer: Jalaya Reid

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea brings us coverage from Albany Tulip Fest, interviewing the heads of advocacy groups including the United Tenants of Albany, March for Our Lives and United New York about the respective group's advocacy work. Then, Sina Basila Hickey talks with Celia Kutz, a facilitator and trainer with Training for Change about an upcoming workshop on de-escalation skills here at the Sanctuary. After that, Retired National Weather Service meteorologist Hugh Johnson joins us for our weekly look at climate and his weather forecast. Later on, we hear from Moses Nagel and Joanna Dreby the creators of the weekly Everybody Moves series that profiles migration stories about the inspiration behind them starting the series and what's to come. Finally, Benno Greene talks with Reese Fulmer of the Americana band Reese fulmer And The Carriage House Band about his musical influences, his recent album, and his upcoming performance on May 13th at Song City Troy.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, Mark Dunlea continues his coverage on the climate activist demonstration held at the New York Capitoll on May 7th. Then, Willie Terry continues his conversation with the Northeast New York Coalition for Occupational Safety and Health about the organization's community outreach. Later on, Sina Basila Hickey talks about the Sanctuary's upcoming Cybersecurity workshop with web developer Dan Phiffer. After that, to celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Lian of AAPI Heritage 518 joins us in studio to tell us about the organization and what this month has in store in the 518. Finally, Andrea Cunliffe sits down with the Founder and Artistic Director of the Black Theatre Troupe of Upstate NY to reflect on their progress over the years. Co-hosts: Jacob Boston & Richard Sleeper Engineer: Jalaya Reid

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea takes us to a May 7 rally concerning the Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act and the Bigger Better Bottle Bill. Then, Willie Terry brings us to the CDALF Health Forum and Workers Memorial Day. Later on, an episode of TripleE's with Diane Clark and H Bosh Jr. After that, Drew Hopkins of Five Rivers Environmental Education Center tells us about Migratory Bird Day. Finally, Benno Greene interviews Eric Jon-Tasker about his music career.

For more than two decades, the Grannies for Peace with Women Against War have gathered for Mothers' Day at the Albany Tulip Festival to show support for peace. This year's theme is let Compassion Bloom in these troubling times. Maureen Aumand talks with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magainze.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, we hear from Mark Dunlea about the proposed cuts in the federal EPA budget Then, Grannies for Peace will hold their annual Mothers Day Peace Vigil at Albany's Tulip Festival. Later on, we hear about the Medical Aid in Dying Act on Armao on the Brink. After that, we have part 2 of an interview with Jean Stoler who is making a documentary about her parents who survived the Holocaust. Finally, Brea Barthel talks to the Troy Public Library about Youth Books for May Co-hosts: Benno Greene & Mark Dunlea Engineer: Jalaya Reid

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea reports on a protest on the policies of Elise Stefanik and her support of President Trump. Then, we get an excerpt of the Albany Mayoral debate between four nominees. Later on, we hear from a local resident who is working with a documentary film team to record her family's journey of rebuilding their lives after surviving the Holocaust. After that, things heat up here with Juan Pantaleon, who sat down with Alanna Gil and Dee Bellinger to talk about an upcoming hot wing comedy show. Finally,Thom Francis highlights poet and educator Adonis Richards, who was one of the featured readers at the “Poets Corner Series: Hope, Fire, and Revolution” event.

250 people protested outside the Saratoga GOP fundraiser on May Day, with featured North Country Congressmember Elise Stefanik. The protest was organized by the Indivisible ADK/Saratoga organization. Demonstrators called for Rep. Stefanik to be more responsive to her constituents, complaining that she has refused to host town halls with her constituents. The group is also disturbed by Stefanik's strong support for the myriad undemocratic actions by President Trump. Organizer Joe Seeman talks to Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, Mark Dunlea brings us coverage from a recent March in Albany to protect due process Then, Mark Dunlea brings us coverage from another demonstration. This time in support of free speech for students. Later on, Willie Terry talks to members the Northeast New York Coalition for Occupational Safety and Health about the organizations community outreach After that, a member of Mojo's Cafe tells us about the cafe's one year anniversary concert. Finally, Ellie and Jesse bring us another episode of Fermentation Friday Co-hosts: Richard Sleeper & Jacob Boston Engineer: Jalaya Reid

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, Mark Dunlea reports on Tuesday's New York Immigration Coalition rally for the NY for All Act. Then, Brea Bathel talks with the head of Refugee & Immigrant Support Services of Emmaus Later on Armao on the Brink, Rosemary talks to a legal expert as to why Israel's actions in Gaza amounts to genocide. After that, Mark Dunlea talks with botanist Richard Ring about what changes spring brings. Finally, Willie Terry's coverage from the May Day 2022 event. Co-hosts: Benno Greene & Mark Dunlea Engineer: Jalaya Reid

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, Mark Dunlea brings us an excerpt from the Albany Democratic Primary Forum. Then, Benno Greene talks with Ryder Cooley about her musical influences, the accordion, the singing saw, and the band's upcoming projects. Later on, we hear from the original Water Justice Lab fellows as applications for this summer's program are fast approaching the deadline. After that, we hear from local comedian Bri Morrison on how to bring more women into comedy. Finally, Andrea Cunliffe speaks with poet activist, D Colin, as D recounts her early years as an artist, musician, and poet in the capital region. Co-hohsts: Caelan McPherson & Vinny DamaPoleto Engineer: Jalaya Reid

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, We start with Mark Dunlea talking with Corinne Carey of the group Compassion and Choices about the status of the New York Medical Aid in Dying Act. Then, we'll hear my interview with Chloe Whittaker, Executive Director of the Waterford Public Library, about how federal funding cuts indirectly but significantly affect local libraries. After that, Retired National Weather Service meteorologist Hugh Johnson joins us for our weekly look at climate and his weather forecast. Later on, in this week's “Everybody Moves” series, Joanna Dreby profiles Lex, who has ancestors from Poland and from India's Punjab region. Our final story is on the arts, to celebrate national poetry month, Andrea Cunliffe brings us an interview with poet, artist, and activist D. Colin. Co-hosts: Lennox Apudo & Brea Barthel Engineer: Jalaya Reid

Spring is a time when the natural world revives after the colder winter months, with dormant plants beginning to grow, new seedlings sprouting, and hibernating animals awakening. Birds, insects and flowers make an appearance. Richard Ring, Botanist for the NY Natural Heritage Program, talks about spring with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

The New York Medical Aid in Dying Act allows terminally ill, mentally capable adults with a prognosis of 6 months or less to live to have the option to request and obtain medication to die peacefully if suffering is unbearable. The bill picked up momentum after the Assembly Speaker admitted that it had enough votes in his house to pass and was placed on the Health and Codes Committee agenda for Monday. Corinne Carey of Compassion & Choices discusses the bill with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, Mark Dunlea interviews Assemblymember Phil Steck about why he and others called on the state to stop rebating the Stock Transfer Tax. Then, Katheen Beaudoin speaks with classmates about cultural backgrounds and musical influences Later on, we have Willie Terry's final segment on the "Reparation Town Hall Part 1," hosted by the Center for Law and Social Justice. After that, we hear our Water Justice Lab fellows interview Joe Reilly of Trout Unlimited about the history of Burden Pond. Finally, we have another Fermentation Friday segment Co-hosts: A'Livija Mullins-Richard & Richard Sleeper Engineer: Jalaya Reid

Assemblymember Phil Steck, Senator James Sanders, and various economic and social justice groups held a news conference in front of the NY Stock Exchange on Wednesday April 23 to call for the state to stop rebating the Stock Transfer Tax and instead devote the estimated $15 billion annually to essential government services. As. Steck discusses the matter with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, We hear from Mark Dunlea about the latest developments related to the Dunn landfill in Then, we hear from the Green Party about the stock transfer tax and Earth Day. Later on, Rosemary Armao explores the role of average citizens in piercing the veil of government secrecy. We then have a live interview about the upcoming Voices of Resilience: Denim Day Open Mic on April 30th. Finally, Sina Basila Hickey talks with two lead educators with Youth FX to learn about their 16th annual world premiere screening. Co-hosts: Benno Greene & Mark Dunlea Engineer: Jalaya Reid

On April 17, the Rensselaer Environmental Coalition and the CIty of Rensselaer started an Article 78 proceeding against the state Department of Environmental Conservation, challenging their recent renewal of the permit for the Dunn landfill. On April 29, REC will hold a community educational meeting to discuss the permit renewal, the threat from PFAS contamination and the Leachate Loophole at the George Education Center, 1 University Place, Rens. at 6:30 PM. Bob Welton of REC talks with Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

State lawmakers, led by Assemblymember Phil Steck and Senator James Sanders Jr., gathered with advocates during Earth Week in front of the NY Stock Exchange to urge the state to reinstate the Stock Transfer Tax. Originally enacted in 1905, the Stock Transfer Tax was a modest half-penny levy on stock trades. However, it was repealed in 1981, resulting in an estimated loss of $13 to $17 billion in annual revenue for the state. With the pending threat of reduced federal funding, it is more critical than ever for New York to explore sustainable revenue sources. Reinstating the Stock Transfer Tax would provide much-needed funding for essential program. Some of the funds would be dedicated to climate efforts. Gloria Mattera of the Green Party, one of the speakers, talks with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine to talk about the tax as well as climate and Earth Day.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, Mark Dunlea covers the April 19th “Hands Off” protests in Troy and Albany, bringing pieces from multiple speakers from the events. Then, Elizabeth EP Press will speak with Sam Feder about their film Heightened Scrutiny which will be screened tomorrow, here at the Sanctuary for Independent Media. Later on, Andrea Cunliffe chats with Capital Region Shakespearian Actor and Director Kristoph DiMaria about the works of William Shakespeare and his relevance through the 461 years since his birth. After that, Juan Panteleon talks with local comedian Duncan Harris on his upcoming show at the Lark Street Tavern. Finally, Thom Francis highlights Hartford, CT-based poet Lynette Johnson who was one of the featured artists at the Poets Corner Series. Co-hosts: Caelan McPherson & Vinny DamaPoleto Engineer: Jalaya Reid

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, Erica William Rodriguez speaks with Sina Basila Hickey, about Serenity Solidarity Farm's current projects to build cooperative housing and farms. Then, Mark Dunlea talks with William McKeever and Jennifer Hillman about their recently released book “Biking the Empire State Trail.” After that, Retired National Weather Service meteorologist Hugh Johnson joins us for our weekly look at climate and his weather forecast. Later on, Joanna Dreby brings us the weekly Everybody Moves segment that profiles immigration journeys in our community. This week we hear from Daniella. Finally, Meg Kelly speaks with Lindsey Malek about youth environmental activism and its significance in advocating for a more sustainable future. Co-hosts: Sean Bernyk & Lennox Apudo Engineer: Jalaya Reid

Biking the Empire State Trail: A Guided Tour from Buffalo to Albany was written by William McKeever and Jennifer Hillman. Celebrating its bicentennial in 2025, the Erie Canal fueled America's Midwest expansion. Today's trail closely follows the original Erie Canal from Buffalo to Albany and is one of three spurs that make up the 750 miles of the Empire State Trail. Bill and Jennifer talk with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine. https://www.insiders-outside.com/ and https://reedypress.com/shop/biking-the-empire-state-trail-a-guided-tour-from-buffalo-to-albany/.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, Mark Dunlea brings us coverage on a meeting between climate organizations after a recent report on the Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act. Then, Ellie Irons talks to Christian Grigoraskos of More Trees Collective about his upcoming workshop at Collard City Growers Later on, Carolyn Tennant talks about the benefits of art therapy with Creative Arts Therapist, Nicole Porter After that, Benno Green talks about upcoming performances with lead singer of group The Bell Curves Finally, Ellie and Jessie talk smoothies in this weeks Fermentation Friday. Co-hosts: Richard Sleeper & Jacob Boston Engineer: Jalaya Reid

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, Mark Dunlea reports on the air permit renewal for the Wheelabrator garbage incinerator in Hudson Falls. Then, Mark Dunlea speaks with Jewish Voice for Peace about their Rally for Liberation on April 17. Later on, on Armao on the Brink, Rosemary Armao talks about Trump with broadcaster Linda Ellerbee. After that, A'Livija Mullins-Richard and Mary Keating recap the Sanctuary's Critical Conversations: Environmental Justice event with Aaron Mair and Benita Law-Diao. Finally, we hear about the Soil Factory in Ithaca Co-hosts: Benno Greene & Mark Dunlea. Engineer: Jalaya Reid

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea reports on the Global Climate Strike on April 11th at the State Capitol in Albany. Then, Willie Terry brings us to the Reparation town Hall Forum. Later on, Blaise Bryant speaks with Keith Gurgoi about voting privacy concerns for those with disabilities. After that, H Bosh Jr sits down with Sarah Dilallo and listens to her journey to becoming a criminal justice advocate in another episode of Triple E's. Finally, we hear about urban foraging and how to stay safe with Francis Magai.

Wheelabrator Hudson Falls, a 33-year old garbage incinerator, held a public participation meeting Wednesday April 16 as part of its efforts to renew its state-issued air permit. Neighbors and the Clean Air Action Network have long called for plant to be shut down due to its toxic odors and noise. Tracy Frisch of CAAN talks with Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine about the incinerator.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea's report on the W. Sand Lake Hands Off protest this past Thursday, April 10th. Then we go to Sal Rochelle's interview with home care user and advocate Larissa Martin and caregiver Maggie Ornstein about the upheaval in New York's homecare program CONSUMER–DIRECTED PERSONAL AID PROGRAM. Then we hear from EMPAC music curator AMADEUS JULIAN REGUCERA who talks about how being queer and being Filipino has impacted his work and journey in music. After that, in his weekly Comedy Interview Corner, Juan Panteleon chats with another comedian from the Capital region. Finally, Thom Francis introduces finalists in the 2025 Stephen A DiBiase Poetry Prize contest: poets Susan Kress and Will Nixon. Co-hosts: Caelan McPherson & Marsha Lazarus Engineer: Jalaya Reid

Jewish Voice for Peace - Albany chapter, together with Capital Region immigrant rights and solidarity organizations and members of the Capital Region's Jewish, Christian, Palestinian, Muslim, and Arab American communities will hold a rally for liberation in Townsend Park in downtown Albany on Thursday, April 17 starting at 5:30 PM to honor the Jewish celebration of Passover and to stand in solidarity with the people of Palestine, as well as with immigrants under increasing attack in the United States. Ava Agree of JVP talks with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: First, Sina Basila Hickey speaks with Sara Ogger the Executive Director of the Humanities New York (HNY) about recent DOGE cuts to NEH funding. Then, Mark Dunlea brings us coverage from the State Capitol during this past Saturday's Global Climate Strike by Fridays For Future to raise the alarm on continuing global warming and to ask the state to embrace renewable energy. After that, Retired National Weather Service meteorologist Hugh Johnson joins us for our weekly look at climate and his weather forecast. Later on, Joanna Dreby speaks with Violetta, an immigrant from Canada about her immigration journey to the US. Finally, Black Feminist Ethnomusicologist and Assistant Professor at the University at Albany, Kyra Gaunt speaks with Kathleen Beaudoin about how music has shaped her approach to all things, especially in this political climate.

Friday April 11 was the Global Climate Strike called by Fridays For Future, the group started by Swedish teenage climate activist Greta Thunberg. More than 50 people, mainly students, demonstrated at the State Capitol in Albany. We hear music by Terri Roben; Ryan, the local FFF organizer; Mark Dunlea of PAUSE/350 Albany and GELF (Green Education and Legal Fund); Kelsey from UAlbany; Vena; Matt Oill from XR and Socialist Alternative; and Hannah and RPI Sunrise. With President Trump having declared war on the transition to clean, renewable energy, it is critical that state lawmakers and Governor Hochul reverse course and include major climate measures in the state budget, starting with NY Heat, GAP, and the Renewable Capitol Act. Many spoke about the need to oppose capitalism and colonialism.

On Thursday, April 10, several dozen protestors gathered at the intersection of Rt. 43 and 150 in the hamlet of West Sand Lake to voice their opposition to the actions of President Trump and Elon Musk. Protestors carried signs calling to protect democracy, health care, social security, immigrants and federal workers. Mark Dunlea interviewed several of the protestors for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Michael Richardson of Third Act Upstate was live on HMM to discuss Trump's recent Executive Order seeking to block state action on climate, such as holding fossil fuel companies responsible for the damages they have caused , such as New York's recent Climate Superfund Act. He also provides an update on climate in the state budget. With Benno Greene and Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, We have a report from Andrea Cunliffe from last Saturday's Hands Off rally. Then, we talk to Michael Richarson of Third Act Upstate about climate at the federal and state level. Later on, on Armao on the Brink, Rosemary Armao speaks with three students about why they feel young people and people of color are not more active in protesting Trump. After that, we hear from participants in the Sanctuary's workshop on Critical Conversations about journalism and democracy. Our final segment is by Kathleen Beaudoin about Ethnomusicology: the study of music in a cultural context. Co-hosts: Benno Greene & Mark Dunlea. Engineer: Jalaya Reid

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, We start with part 2 of Mark Dunlea's report on Saturday's Hands Off rally in Albany. Then, Sina Basila Hickey talks with Jennifer Black, who co-authored the 2024 book “Beneath the Mountain: An Anti-Prison Reader” with Mumia Abu-Jamal. Later on, we replay a 2021 interview with Aaron Mair about environmental justice. Dr. Mair and environmental lawyer Eleanor Stein will be participating in a “Critical Conversation” event at the Sanctuary this Thursday, April 10th. After that, in his weekly Comedy Interview Corner, Juan Panteleon chats with another comedian from the Capital region. Finally, Thom Francis talks with poet Howard Kogan about the loss of his father and his poem “Mourning Becomes Her.” Co-Hosts: Caelan McPherson & Brea Barthel Engineer: Jalaya Reid

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, Mark Dunlea reports from the State Capitol during the Hands Off protest held on Saturday 5th to resist the assault on the government, the economy and basic rights by the current administration. Then, Willie Terry brings us coverage of a roundtable discussion titled “ The Struggle Continues: From Black History to Women's History Month.” After that, Retired National Weather Service meteorologist Hugh Johnson joins us for our weekly look at climate and his weather forecast. Later on, we hear from Elena, an immigrant from Guatemala, as she speaks with Joanna Dreby about her immigration story to Albany. Finally, Sina Basila Hickey talks with Prof. Eleanor Stein and Jeff Jones on Environmental Justice ahead of the Critical Conversation on Environmental Justice slated for April 10th at 7:00 pm here at the Sanctuary. Co-Hosts: Sean Bernyk & Lennox Apudo. Engineer: Jalaya Reid

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea brings us coverage from a lawsuit filed against New York State centered around greenhouse gas emissions. Then, Sina Basila Hickey speaks to Head Chef Intaba Liff-Anderson about the Blue Mountain Center. Later on, Lennox Apudo talks to the founder of AuesomeTech, Darlene Bowman as part of Autism Awareness Month. After that, Brad Monkell talks about the Albany hip hop scene with local rapper and producer Soo Do Koo. Finally, Ellie Markovitch brings us another segment with Jessy of Fermentation Friday.