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Power & Politics

WRGB CBS6, Power And Politics, Tom Eschen

A Murrow Award winning podcast that brings you inside the issues impacting our communities. Every week, Tom Eschen sits down with local leaders and power brokers for a frank, sometimes blunt, conversation about the current political environment and how their decisions and stances shape and alter all of our lives. Whether it’s your tax bill, public safety, schools, immigration, or healthcare – politics affects every day and every aspect of your life. From the corridors of power to the heart of the

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44:48

Saratoga Springs Mayoral Debate, October 9th, 2025

Power & Politics ·

2025/10/10

Saratoga Springs Incumbent Mayor John Safford (R) and challenger Saratoga County Supervisor Michele Madigan (D) debate inside the CBS6 Studios on Thursday, October 9th, 2025Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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25:14

Kathy Sheehan, Mayor of Albany following proposal of...

Power & Politics ·

2025/10/03

A day after proposing the final budget of her 12-year tenure as the Mayor of the City of Albany, Kathy Sheehan joined Power & Politics this week.At the same time, the Mayor is also advocating for the Common Council to go back to the pre-2023 inclusionary zoning ordinance, writing a letter to the Council to reconsider their veto override in 2023. Then, the Council approved a measure expanding inclusionary zoning requirements. The discussion also included:-Mayor Sheehan's reaction to the

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12:26

Rep. Mike Lawler (R-NY17) on potential Government...

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2025/09/30

The Federal Government is on the verge of a shutdown, as Congressional leaders will need to agree on a stopgap funding plan by midnight on Tuesday. CBS6 spoke with NY-17 Congressman Mike Lawler (R) on Monday: "What's a non negotiable for you at this point that you think you need to hold the line?" "We have passed Continuing Resolutions to keep the government funded year after year after year when Republicans and Democrats have been in charge. This is a straightforward, clean CR to keep the

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13:45

Tom Tatun, Executive Director of the Retired Public...

Power & Politics ·

2025/09/28

As the 2026 legislative session approaches, Tom Tatun, Executive Director of the Retired Public Employees Association discusses their legislative priorities. Those include enhanced pension and healthcare benefits, along with COLA increases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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13:20

Natasha Pernicka, Executive Director, The Food...

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2025/09/27

Natasha Pernicka discusses the rising service levels at food pantries in the Capital Region, up five percent this year from already record levels last year. She discusses the impact of rising food costs, inflation, and the impending SNAP benefit changes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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29:27

Mary Beth Walsh, NYS Assemblymember, on political...

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2025/09/26

NYS Assemblymember Mary Beth Walsh (R,C-Ballston) discusses the recent efforts by Governor Kathy Hochul to have bipartisan stance against political violence, and Walsh's role as Assembly Minority floor leader in that aspect. Also a Family Court attorney, she also discusses the potential for changes to New York's Raise the Age and Bail Reform. We also touch on her involvement in calls for changes to the process of the New York State Draft Energy Plan, and the 2019 Climate Law.Learn more about your

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47:47

Bonus: "Silenced Behind Bars" a CBS6 Albany special,...

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2025/09/23

Despite multiple meetings with community leaders, advocates, organizations, & those with experience inside Albany County Correctional Facility claim their voices are not being heard. Silenced Behind Bars discusses the conditions inside Albany Correctional Facility.Participants: Pastor Jim Ketcham The New York State Council of Churches Ta-Sean Murdock, Executive Director of The Center for Law and Justice Roni Minter, Founder The Freedom Unshackled Coalition Lameka King-- family member Gary

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12:01

Morgan Hook on Governor Hochul's Zohran Mamdani...

Power & Politics ·

2025/09/20

Morgan Hook, Democratic Consultant and Partner at BlueJacket Strategies, analyzes Governor Kathy Hochul's endorsement of Zohran MamdaniLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:37

Lee Miringoff, Marist Poll, on Governor Kathy...

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2025/09/20

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22:03

Lizzie Andrus, on experience of advocating for...

Power & Politics ·

2025/09/19

Lizzie Andrus, who took up a project as a high school Sophomore at Shenendehowa to help push for Universal School Meals to its eventual implementation, joined Power & Politics on Thursday. "Growing up in my family we talked so much at the dinner table, so [civics] really had piqued my interest from a young age," Andrus said. "And then I focused on Universal Free Meals, specifically an effort at the end of my sophomore year of high school, because that was when Congress decided, in June of 2022, to

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32:57

Terry Strada, National Chair of 9/11 Families United,...

Power & Politics ·

2025/09/11

Terry Strada, who lost her husband in the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001, shares her story on the day of the attacks, and the years since. She also speaks of her advocacy, fighting for accountability and justice for her, and the hundreds of families impacted by the terror attack. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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26:47

Tom DiNapoli, NYS Comptroller on budget projections,...

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2025/09/05

YS Comptroller Tom DiNapoli joined Power & Politics this week, discussing his most recent analysis of the State FY2026 Budget.He touched on the impact of the economic outlook, the potential for federal budget cuts, and the impacts of changes to SNAP and Medicaid at the federal level. DiNapoli also addressed the weight of the New York City Mayoral election on the rest of the State's finances, and how Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani's proposals would make an impact if elected. They also

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28:13

Christina Keim, Author: “UNWANTED: The Causes and...

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2025/08/29

Tom Eschen speaks with Author Christina Keim about her new book, “UNWANTED: The Causes and Effects of America’s Horse Population Crisis”. Keim discusses her deep dive into the perception of horses, and horse racing, not only in New York State, but across the country and even the world. She talks about what happens after a horse's "work" is done, and what resources are available for long-term quality of life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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28:14

Jon Campbell, WNYC and Gothamist Reporter on his...

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2025/08/22

WNYC and Gothamist Reporter Jon Campbell joined Power & Politics this week, discussing his recent reporting on the aftermath of the viral death of social media-famous Peanut the Squirrel.To listen to Jon's reporting on NYC Now, click here.To read Jon's reporting in Gothamist, click here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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25:59

Jacqueline Franchetti, Kyra's Mother, Child Advocate,...

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2025/08/18

A step forward at the State Capitol this week for a mother still grieving the murder of her 2-year-old daughter, which happened in the middle of a custody battle. Ever since that day in 2016, Jacqueline Franchetti has worked to pass Kyra's Law, which she says will save lives. This week, she says she was able to speak with members of Kathy Hochul's administration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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16:47

Antonio Delgado, NYS Lt. Governor, Gubernatorial...

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2025/08/15

Lieutenant Governor, and now Gubernatorial candidate, Antonio Delgado, rallied with other lawmakers and advocates on Wednesday calling for a Special Session.They also discussed:-Public Service Commission's approval of utility company rate increases-Trump sending National Guard into D.C., Hochul sending National Guard into subways-Congressional District Gerrymandering in New York Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Bonus: Dr. James McDonald, Commissioner of the NYS...

Power & Politics ·

2025/08/12

Commissioner of the NYS Department of Health Dr. James McDonald speaks with Briana Supardi about the State's 2025-2030 Prevention Agenda, saying it's their "State Health Improvement Plan". He says it's a partnership between stakeholders throughout the healthcare field in the efforts of improving public health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Bonus: Morgan Hook, a partner at Bluejacket...

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2025/08/11

Morgan Hook, a partner at Bluejacket Strategies and Democratic consultant, sat down with Tom Eschen to take a look at where, and how, New York lawmakers would gerrymander Congressional districts to flip seats from red to blue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Dr. Cynthia Leifer, Cornell University immunologist,...

Power & Politics ·

2025/08/08

Dr. Cynthia Leifer, an immunologist at Cornell University, provided her reaction on Thursday to RFK Jr.'s plan to cancel $500 million in mRNA vaccine contracts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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25:41

Dr. Elias Zerhouni, former National Institutes of...

Power & Politics ·

2025/08/01

Dr. Elias Zerhouni was the NIH Director during the Bush Administration, and discusses his journey to that role, keeping politics out of his work, his task of reconstructing the NIH from within, the COVID-19 pandemic, the state of health care today, and more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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