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The latest stories from www.wqxr.orgHeading to Albany: Legislative staffer to join Assembly ranks
July 7, 2026- We're getting to know the politicians destined to join the state legislature, so we're checking in with Brian Romero, who won an open Democratic…
The latest stories from www.wqxr.orgState relaxes attorney advertising restrictions
July 7, 2026- The state court has updated its rules for advertising by lawyers, eliminating restrictions on when solicitation efforts could begin. We discuss…
The latest stories from www.wqxr.org3-Minute Mahler
You know and love his 3-minute operas. This time, Jeff Spurgeon conducts a three minute rundown of the great Bohemian composer’s symphonies. That’s nine…
The latest stories from www.wqxr.orgDOJ lawsuit alleges state facilitated Medicaid fraud
July 6, 2026- The Trump administration is suing the state for alleged Medicaid fraud in the operation of a multi-billion dollar home care program serving…
The latest stories from www.wqxr.orgTenant activists push legal representation in housing courts
July 3, 2026- We consider the benefits of a statewide right to counsel for New Yorkers facing eviction with Malika Conner, coalition director for The Right to…
The latest stories from www.wqxr.orgNorth Country freshman Democrat reflects on first session
July 3, 2026- We check in with Assemblymember Michael Cashman, a Plattsburgh Democrat, who reflects on his first legislative session. We discuss his…
The latest stories from www.wqxr.orgEmployers brace for new HR mandates from Albany
July 3, 2026- New York lawmakers approved a number of employee protections this past legislative session, so we get the employer perspective on some of the…
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American Original: A Salute to Louis Moreau Gottschalk
Editor's Note: This episode originally aired in July 2013. The Fourth of July provides an ideal opportunity to focus on the adventurous life and music of…
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Verdi’s Aida
Listen Saturday, July 4th, at 1pm. Program notes courtesy of WFMT. Tune in to hear a production of Verdi's Aida from the Paris Opera. The production, conducted…
The latest stories from www.wqxr.orgShining a spotlight on binding arbitration outcomes
July 2, 2026- Assemblymember Jeffrey Dinowitz, a Bronx Democrat, makes the case for collecting information about binding arbitration results between customers…
The latest stories from www.wqxr.orgAssemblymember Solages talks vaping taxes and NIL
July 2, 2026- Assemblymember Michaelle Solages, a Long Island Democrat, discusses a new tax rate proposal for vape products and lays out potential guardrails…
The latest stories from www.wqxr.orgConsumer advocate weighs in on utility landscape
July 2, 2026- We talk about legislation and regulatory actions impact utility customers in New York with Laurie Wheelock, executive director Public Utility Law…
The latest stories from www.wqxr.orgState sheds light on New York's nuclear expansion
July 1, 2026- The Hochul administration is taking steps to further the development of new nuclear projects and shedding light on what the future will look…
The latest stories from www.wqxr.orgElder abuse remains a hidden problem
July 1, 2026- State lawmakers are looking to root out elder abuse by imposing new training requirements on New Yorkers who work with the elderly. We explore…
The latest stories from www.wqxr.orgThe case for AI disclosures in news
July 1, 2026- We discuss legislation requiring the disclosure of generative AI used by news organizations. Our guest is Sam Wheeler, executive director of the…
The latest stories from www.wqxr.orgThe challenge of modernizing reading and math teaching
July 1, 2026- New York Focus education reporter Melissa Manno provides an update on New York's uphill battle to modernize how reading and math are taught in…
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Madison Avenue Salon
Emi Ferguson shares performances from the inaugural recital of the Madison Avenue Salon, featuring violinist Hannah Tam and pianist Andrew Hsu. Presented by…
The latest stories from www.wqxr.orgNew York Dem Party Chair Jay Jacobs on the show!
June 30, 2026 - In a Dispatches from Planet Albany excerpt, we talk with New York Democratic Party Chair Jay Jacobs about the primary results, how Democrats…
The latest stories from www.wqxr.orgMitigating the risk of heat-related deaths
June 30, 2026- New York Lawyers for Public Interest Environmental Justice Director Caroline Chen discusses the danger of extreme heat and makes the case for…
The latest stories from www.wqxr.orgHochul administration reaffirms commitment to New Yorkers with disabilities
June 30, 2026- We talk to State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities Commissioner Willow Baer about the Hochul administration's commitment to…
The latest stories from www.wqxr.orgUnfinished business at Capitol for New York towns
June 30, 2026- Association of Towns of the State of New York Executive Director Chris Koetzle talks about the legislative session at the Capitol and highlights…
The latest stories from www.wqxr.orgPOLL: The race for gov and redistricting changes
June 29, 2026- We unpack the latest survey of voters by the Siena Research Institute, which took the temperature of New Yorkers on the race for governor and a…
The latest stories from www.wqxr.orgA pitch for a greener, cheaper human burial
June 29, 2026- We consider the possibility of more affordable and environmentally friendly ways of burying deceased New Yorkers with HK Lee, founder of Aeon…
The latest stories from www.wqxr.orgAssembly disabilities leader sounds alarm about Trump DOJ memo
June 29, 2026 - Assembly Disabilities Committee Chair Angelo Santabarbara, a capital region Democrat, discusses a memo from the Trump administration that has…