Podcast appearances and mentions of Samuel King

The 2026 Legislative Session has officially wrapped! New York State Lawmakers passed more than 700 bills this year, many of which will head to the governor's desk soon. We sit down with WXXI's Samuel King and Newsday's Keshia Clukey to unpack some of the big bills awaiting the governor's review, including bills to redistrict congressional election maps and put a moratorium on data centers. State Assembly Member Carrie Woerner, chair of the racing and wagering committee, joins us to discuss the state's approach to tackling gambling issues.   EXPLORE MORE: nynow.org

Guest host Julie Philipp leads our weekly news roundup with WXXI journalists. First, deputy editor Jeremy Moule shares the latest from Monroe County. He reviews County Executive Adam Bello's State of the County and his assessment of the local economy and public safety. Then, Capitol Bureau reporter Samuel King joins us from Albany with a wrap up of the legislative session and a push from lawmakers to pass a one-year moratorium on new data center projects in the state. We explore what it all means for New Yorkers. We end the week with a look at America's story. The upcoming 2026 Arts Connecxions Festival celebrates America's 250th birthday. Our guests discuss how music, poetry, and history lessons shape our understanding of freedom. Our guests: Jeremy Moule, deputy editor with WXXI News Samuel King, Capitol News Bureau reporter for the New York Public News Network Christine L. Ridarsky, historian for Rochester and Monroe County Eric Townell, artistic director of the Rochester Oratorio Society X'zaya Ivy, operatic soprano and music teacher ---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

It's our weekly news roundup.New York State lawmakers are working to address a volunteer firefighter shortage. According to WXXI's Capitol Bureau reporter Samuel King, the number of volunteer firefighters in the state has dropped by a third since the early 2000s. King joins us to explore proposed legislation that would pay volunteers stipends.Then, as WXXI's Racquel Stephen reports, Eastman Dental has received a grant to help train its residents on how to better treat patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities and certain medical conditions. She explains the goals and the expected benefits of the training. We end the week with a conversation about music — Rochester music, to be specific.The Rochester Music Hall of Fame is gearing up to welcome its newest class of inductees. We talk with the organization's president and one of the inductees about this year's event and about how the Hall plans to address changes in the music industry.Our guests: Samuel King, Capitol News Bureau reporter for the New York Public News Network Racquel Stephen, health, equity, and community reporter and producer for WXXI News Ryan Kelly, dental patient Diane Kelly, parent Charissa Moll, parent and director of customized support at Heritage Christian Services Jack Whittier, president of the Rochester Music Hall of Fame Pat La Barbera, jazz saxophonist, educator, and member of the Rochester Music Hall of Fame Class of 2026 ---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

We wrap up the week with a look at some of the stories generating buzz in the region. First, two businesses in Brighton are working to merge under one roof. As reported by WXXI's Brian Sharp, Malek's Bakery and Lipman's Kosher Market are hoping to become a "Jewish food hub," of sorts. Sharp joins us to discuss the goals and challenges of the plan. Then, state lawmakers have voted on their "one-house" counterproposals to Governor Kathy Hochul's state budget plan. Capitol Bureau reporter Samuel King shares the latest. And finally, actor Timothée Chalamet is taking some heat for comments he made about ballet and opera. During a recent interview with Matthew McConaughey, the Oscar nominee said "no one cares" about the two art forms. Artists in those fields fired back, emphasizing the value of centuries-old modes of artistic expression. Why should we perform, study, and enjoy classic art forms? We discuss it with WXXI Classical's Mona Seghatoleslami, The Route's Hannah Maier, and a local teacher and student from the Strings for Success program. Our guests: Brian Sharp, investigations and enterprise editor for WXXI News Samuel King, Capitol News Bureau reporter for the New York Public News Network Mona Seghatoleslami, music director, host, and producer for WXXI Classical 91.5 FM   Hannah Maier, music director and afternoon host for The Route Patty Yarmel, Ph.D., founder and co-director of Strings for Success Taybian Wells, sixth grader at Dr. Charles T. Lunsford School 19 in the Rochester City School District Jason Cloen, Taybian's dad ---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

The state Legislature unveiled its one-house budget resolutions in response to Gov. Kathy Hochul's FY'27 executive budget proposal. We dive into the legislature's priorities with Kate Lisa, of City and State New York, and Samuel King, of WXXI and the NYPNN. State Senate Health Committee Chair Gustavo Rivera (D-Bronx) unpacks funding for healthcare priorities in this years budget, the CDPAP transition and the energy around the New York Health Act.   EXPLORE MORE: nynow.org

New York State Senator Jeremy Cooney joins us in the studio. It's our first in a series of conversations with lawmakers about Governor Kathy Hochul's State of the State address. According to the New York Public News Network's Samuel King, Cooney has expressed both gratitude and concern regarding a potential $300 million in funding for economic development in Rochester. The senator has said "it's Rochester's turn" to receive this kind of investment, but it could be a tough sell for some of his colleagues in the Legislature. This hour, Cooney explains his take on that proposal and a range of issues covered in the address — from affordability to transportation-related legislation and more. In studio:Senator Jeremy Cooney, District 56---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

(Jan 21, 2026) In the North Country's tourism communities, local workers, like nurses, teachers, and kitchen staff, have found it increasingly difficult to buy a home in recent years. One of those people recently found his long-term home in a new workforce housing project in Keene. Also: Our Albany correspondent Samuel King explains what's in Gov. Hochul's $260 billion budget plan.

Stories and issues that have generated buzz this week. What questions do you have about how federal funding cuts will affect public media, including WXXI? CEO Chris Hastings joins us to discuss the dissolution of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting and what it means for PBS, NPR, and WXXI. Then, Capitol News Bureau reporter Samuel King spoke with disability rights advocates during the first day of New York's legislative session. He explains their priorities as part of Dialogue on Disability Week. Finally, you've likely heard about different Move to Include projects on WXXI throughout the week. Project manager Sarah Murphy Abbamonte talks with us about the depth and breadth of this national inclusion initiative and how it seeks to make programming more accessible for everyone. Our guests: Chris Hastings, president and CEO of WXXI Public Media Samuel King, Capitol News Bureau reporter for the New York Public News Network Sarah Murphy Abbamonte, project manager for Move to Include ---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

(Jan 6, 2026) A luge athlete based in Lake Placid won her second gold medal of the season last weekend. Summer Britcher is on track to be one of the USA's top athletes for competition in the Winter Games next month in Italy. Also: We meet the New York Public News Network's new correspondent in Albany, Samuel King.

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Our incoming Lead Teaching Pastor, Dr. Daryl Molyneaux, preaches on Encountering Our Living Savior and shares a list of Jesus in Every Book of the Bible originally written by Dr. Philip Nation:Genesis – Creator & promised RedeemerExodus – the Passover LambLeviticus – High PriestNumbers – water in the desertDeuteronomy – He becomes the curse for usJoshua – Commander of the army of the LordJudges – delivers us from injusticeRuth – our Kinsman-Redeemer1 Samuel – all in one, He is the Prophet/Priest/King2 Samuel – King of grace & love1 Kings – a Ruler greater than Solomon2 Kings – the powerful prophet1 Chronicles – Son of David that is coming to rule2 Chronicles – the King who reigns eternallyEzra – Priest proclaiming freedomNehemiah – the One who restores what is broken downEsther – Protector of his peopleJob – Mediator between God and manPsalms – our song in the morning and in the nightProverbs – our wisdomEcclesiastes – our meaning for lifeSong of Solomon – Author of faithful loveIsaiah – Suffering ServantJeremiah – the weeping MessiahLamentations – He assumes God's wrath for usEzekiel – Son of ManDaniel – the stranger in the fire with usHosea – faithful husband even when we run awayJoel – He is sending His Spirit to His peopleAmos – delivers justice to the oppressedObadiah – Judge of those who do evilJonah – the greatest missionaryMicah – He casts our sin into the sea of forgetfulnessNahum – proclaims future world peace we cannot even imagineHabakkuk – crushes injusticeZephaniah – the Warrior who savesHaggai – restores our worshipZechariah – prophesies a Messiah pierced for usMalachi – sun of righteousness who brings healingMatthew – the Messiah who is KingMark – the Messiah who is a ServantLuke – the Messiah who is a DelivererJohn – the Messiah who is a God in the fleshActs – the Spirit who dwells in His peopleRomans – the righteousness of God1 Corinthians – the power and love of God2 Corinthians – He is the down payment of what's to comeGalatians – He is our very lifeEphesians – the unity of our churchPhilippians – the joy of our lifeColossians – holds the supreme position in all things1 Thessalonians – our comfort in the last days2 Thessalonians – our returning King1 Timothy – Savior of the worst sinners2 Timothy – leader of the leadersTitus – foundation of truthPhilemon – our MediatorHebrews – our High PriestJames – He matures our faith1 Peter – our hope in times of suffering2 Peter – the One who guards us from false teaching1 John – source of all fellowship2 John – God in the flesh3 John – source of all truthJude – protects us from stumblingRevelation – King of Kings and Lord of Lords,The Alpha and the Omega,The Beginning and the End, andHe is coming again and the One who makes all things new.

Our incoming Lead Teaching Pastor, Dr. Daryl Molyneaux, preaches on Encountering Our Living Savior and shares a list of Jesus in Every Book of the Bible originally written by Dr. Philip Nation:Genesis – Creator & promised RedeemerExodus – the Passover LambLeviticus – High PriestNumbers – water in the desertDeuteronomy – He becomes the curse for usJoshua – Commander of the army of the LordJudges – delivers us from injusticeRuth – our Kinsman-Redeemer1 Samuel – all in one, He is the Prophet/Priest/King2 Samuel – King of grace & love1 Kings – a Ruler greater than Solomon2 Kings – the powerful prophet1 Chronicles – Son of David that is coming to rule2 Chronicles – the King who reigns eternallyEzra – Priest proclaiming freedomNehemiah – the One who restores what is broken downEsther – Protector of his peopleJob – Mediator between God and manPsalms – our song in the morning and in the nightProverbs – our wisdomEcclesiastes – our meaning for lifeSong of Solomon – Author of faithful loveIsaiah – Suffering ServantJeremiah – the weeping MessiahLamentations – He assumes God's wrath for usEzekiel – Son of ManDaniel – the stranger in the fire with usHosea – faithful husband even when we run awayJoel – He is sending His Spirit to His peopleAmos – delivers justice to the oppressedObadiah – Judge of those who do evilJonah – the greatest missionaryMicah – He casts our sin into the sea of forgetfulnessNahum – proclaims future world peace we cannot even imagineHabakkuk – crushes injusticeZephaniah – the Warrior who savesHaggai – restores our worshipZechariah – prophesies a Messiah pierced for usMalachi – sun of righteousness who brings healingMatthew – the Messiah who is KingMark – the Messiah who is a ServantLuke – the Messiah who is a DelivererJohn – the Messiah who is a God in the fleshActs – the Spirit who dwells in His peopleRomans – the righteousness of God1 Corinthians – the power and love of God2 Corinthians – He is the down payment of what's to comeGalatians – He is our very lifeEphesians – the unity of our churchPhilippians – the joy of our lifeColossians – holds the supreme position in all things1 Thessalonians – our comfort in the last days2 Thessalonians – our returning King1 Timothy – Savior of the worst sinners2 Timothy – leader of the leadersTitus – foundation of truthPhilemon – our MediatorHebrews – our High PriestJames – He matures our faith1 Peter – our hope in times of suffering2 Peter – the One who guards us from false teaching1 John – source of all fellowship2 John – God in the flesh3 John – source of all truthJude – protects us from stumblingRevelation – King of Kings and Lord of Lords,The Alpha and the Omega,The Beginning and the End, andHe is coming again and the One who makes all things new.

We continue on a yearlong journey through the story of the Bible, from creation to Christ to consummation, with the book of 2 Samuel. We pick up after King Saul's death. Long live King David- We learn of his dynasty - deeds but especially of a promised son. --o Outline-1. Lament for Saul - Jonathan -1-1-27--2. Kingship -2-1-5-25--3. Eternal Kingdom -6-1-7-29--4. Victories -8-1-10-19--5. Sin -11-1-12-31--6. Rebellion -13-1-20-26--7. The End -21-1-24-25---o Theme--KING DAVID -CHAPS. 1-1-6-23---THE KING'S SON -CHAP. 7-1-17--o David's Plan- A House for the Lord-o The Lord's Promise- A House for David--NOT SO FAST... -CHAPS. 11-25-

We continue on a yearlong journey through the story of the Bible, from creation to Christ to consummation, with the book of 2 Samuel. We pick up after King Saul's death. Long live King David- We learn of his dynasty - deeds but especially of a promised son. --o Outline-1. Lament for Saul - Jonathan -1-1-27--2. Kingship -2-1-5-25--3. Eternal Kingdom -6-1-7-29--4. Victories -8-1-10-19--5. Sin -11-1-12-31--6. Rebellion -13-1-20-26--7. The End -21-1-24-25---o Theme--KING DAVID -CHAPS. 1-1-6-23---THE KING'S SON -CHAP. 7-1-17--o David's Plan- A House for the Lord-o The Lord's Promise- A House for David--NOT SO FAST... -CHAPS. 11-25-

We continue on a yearlong journey through the story of the Bible, from creation to Christ to consummation, with the book of 2 Samuel. We pick up after King Saul's death. Long live King David! We learn of his dynasty & deeds but especially of a promised son. o Outline1. Lament for Saul & Jonathan (1:1–27)2. Kingship (2:1–5:25)3. Eternal Kingdom (6:1–7:29)4. Victories (8:1–10:19)5. Sin (11:1–12:31)6. Rebellion (13:1–20:26)7. The End (21:1–24:25)o ThemeKING DAVID (CHAPS. 1:1–6:23)THE KING'S SON (CHAP. 7:1–17)o David's Plan: A House for the Lordo The Lord's Promise: A House for DavidNOT SO FAST... (CHAPS. 11–25)

Narrated by Abu Hurairah: from Jami` at-Tirmidhi 2646, Book 41, Hadith 2 : The Virtue Of Seeking Knowledge [that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: "Whoever takes a path upon which to obtain knowledge, Allah makes the path to Paradise easy for him."] As a rule of thumb, any hadith which contradicts the Qur'an should be considered null and void. Only the Qur'an is the absolute authentic text which has remained intact throughout. Al Qur'an is the word of Allah سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى and Hadiths are just for our reference. May we receive mercy from Allah Subhanahu wa ta'ala and also receive guidance to gather sufficient supplies so that we are safe and comfortable in Mahsyar facing Allah SWT being entered into heaven by Allah Subhanahu wa ta'ala without reckoning and also punishment. Surah mentioned : - In Surah Al~Baqarah 2, verse 247 : (The Cow) [ And their Prophet said to them, “Indeed Allah has appointed Talut (Saul) as a king over you.” They protested, “How can he be a king over us when we are fitter than him for the kingdom, and he has not been given enough wealth.” He said, “Verily, Allah has chosen him above you and has increased him abundantly in knowledge and stature. And Allah grants His kingdom to whom He wills. And Allah is All-Sufficient for His creatures' needs, All-Knowing.” ] - Surah Al~Baqarah 2, verse 248 : (The Cow) [ Their prophet further told them, “The sign of Talut's kingship is that the Ark will come to you—containing reassurance from your Lord and relics of the family of Musa and the family of Haroon, which will be carried by the angels. Surely in this is a sign for you, if you (truly) believe.” ] - Surah Al~Baqarah 2, verse 249 : (The Cow) [ When Talut marched forth with his army, he cautioned: “Allah will test you with a river. So whoever drinks (his fill) from it is not with me, and whoever does not taste it—except a sip from the hollow of his hands—is definitely with me.” They all drank (their fill) except for a few! When he and the (remaining) faithful with him crossed the river, they said, “Now we are no match for Goliath and his warriors.” But those (believers) who were certain they would meet Allah reasoned, “How many times has a small force vanquished a mighty army by the Will of Allah! And Allah is (always) with the steadfast.” ] - Surah Al Baqarah 2, verse 250 : (The Cow) [ When they advanced to face Goliath and his warriors, they prayed, “Our Lord! Shower us with perseverance, make our steps firm, and give us victory over the disbelieving people.” ] - Surah Al Baqarah 2, verse 251 : (The Cow) [ So they defeated them by Allah's Will, and David killed Goliath. And Allah blessed David with kingship and wisdom and taught him what He willed. ] - Surah Taha 20, verse 12 : [ Indeed, I am your Lord, so remove your sandals. Indeed, you are in the blessed valley of Ṭuwā. ] Hadith mentioned : - Sahih al-Bukhari 3957 : Book 64, Hadith 9 Chapter: The number of the warriors of Badr Narrated from Bara' ibn ‘Azib RadhiAllahu anhu : The companions of our Prophet Muhammad Sallallāhu 'alaihi wa sallam who took part in Badr, told me that their number was that of Saul's (i.e. Talut's) companions who crossed the river (of Jordan) with him and they were over three-hundred-and-ten men. By Allah, none crossed the river with him but a believer.

Brett is joined in Hour 2 of The Sports Rush by Samuel King of the Lafayette Journal and Courier in order to talk about the recent struggles of the Purdue Boilermakers Men's Basketball team as they are still reeling from a loss to the Northwestern Wildcats on Sunday. Brett wants to know if teams have now developed a plan for how to stop the Boilers, does Edey still get fouled, and is their any fatigue in the program? We also continue to give away tickets to our loyal listeners! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Back from his road trip with the Mastodons, we have Brett back in studio today hosting the Sports Rush on a Monday! We are joined in Hour 1 today by Samuel King who covers the Purdue Boilermakers for the Lafayette Journal and Courier. We brought someone in to discuss the Boilers because they are currently unanimously ranked #1 in the country by AP after defeating Michigan and Michigan State over the past week. We also talk Indiana continuing to win as well as the results of the NFL Playoffs over the weekend and preview the Super Bowl matchup of the Chiefs and the Eagles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Spotlights features a clip from our episode with Samuel King, a Research Associate for the Yale Forum on Religion and Ecology and a graduate student in Religion and Ecology at Yale Divinity School. In this clip, Sam discusses a newly developed resource: a series of MOOCs (massive, open, online courses) oriented around the study of religion and ecology across the world's diverse traditions. Details for the full episode are here. Details about the Religion and Ecology MOOCs can be found here: https://fore.yale.edu/Resources/Yale-Coursera-Online-Courses

This week's episode of Spotlights features Samuel King, a Research Associate for the Yale Forum on Religion and Ecology and a graduate student in Religion and Ecology at Yale Divinity School. Sam discusses many facets of his work, including his experience teaching courses in philosophy, religion, and interdisciplinary humanities, his creative writing practice, and his time studying environmental practices in Sri Lanka and India. He also talks about his work with the Journey of the Universe project, including a podcast reflecting on developments in the last ten  years since the film and book were released, "JOTU: 10 Years Later." He also elaborates on his contributions to the development of Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) in Religion and Ecology. 

Sermons from the pastors at Redwood Christian Fellowship in Fortuna, California.

Sermons from the pastors at Redwood Christian Fellowship in Fortuna, California.

Sermons from the pastors at Redwood Christian Fellowship in Fortuna, California.

PREVIEWING  AASA's UPCOMING URBAN SUPERINTENDENTS  CONFERENCE : AASA,The School Superintendents Association, will (virtually) host its 6th annual Urban Superintendents Academy Conference, Friday, Aug. 21, 2020. The Academy prepares educators for certification and success in urban and increasingly diverse suburban settings and bolsters the effectiveness of district leadership in those settings. AASA offers two cohorts of the Urban Academy in partnership with two premier universities: Howard University and the USC Rossier School of Education ....with guests Maria Ott, Professor of Clinical Education, USC Rossier School of Education & Samuel King, Director of Superintendent Searches, Georgia State School Boards Association 

Part 60 of "Samuel: King of Kings". Text: 2 Samuel 24

Part 59 of "Samuel: King of Kings". Text: 2 Samuel 23

Part 58 of "Samuel: King of Kings" 2 Samuel 22

Part 57 of "Samuel: King of Kings". Text: 2 Samuel 21

Part 56 of "Samuel: King of Kings" 2 Samuel 20

Part 55 of "Samuel". 2 Samuel 19

Part 54 of “Samuel”. 2 Samuel 18:1-19:8

Part 53 of “Samuel”. 2 Samuel 17

Part 52 of “Samuel”. 2 Samuel 16

Part 51 of “Samuel”. 2 Samuel 15

Part 50 of “Samuel”. 2 Samuel 14

Part 49 of “Samuel”.

Part 48 of “Samuel”.

Part 46 of “Samuel”.

Part 45 of "Samuel"

Part 44 of “Samuel”.

Part 33 of “Samuel”.

Part 32 of “Samuel”.