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Chat with Pat

Senator Patricia Fahy

Join New York State Senator Patricia Fahy as she unpacks how federal and state policies shape the communities, businesses, and people of New York"s Capital Region. In Chat with Pat, Senator Fahy sits down with local leaders, policy experts, and everyday New Yorkers to explore the real-world and everyday impact of federal, state, and local policy. Tune in to stay informed, engaged, and inspired by the changes happening right in your backyard, the 46th District, and the Capital Region.

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00:17:20

Episode 18: NY's Free Community College Program

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2025/10/31

Senator Fahy sits down with the Vice Chancellor for Community Colleges at SUNY, Valerie Dent, to discuss free community college for adults aged 25-55 in high-demand fields in our state — also known as SUNY Reconnect. Free community college empowers New Yorkers to achieve their dream of securing a higher education and to advance their careers or begin a new one.

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00:25:17

Episode 17: How Right-Wing Radicalization is Leading...

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2025/10/01

Senator Fahy sits down to talk with University at Albany Professor Dr. Sam Jackson about how radicalization is leading to polarization in our politics and the rise of right-wing extremism. He's the author of the widely acclaimed book, Oath Keepers: Patriotism and the Edge of Violence in a Right-Wing Antigovernment Group, and we discuss how to beat back the rising tide of support for authoritarianism and extremist politics.

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00:19:45

Episode 16: Uncovering Albany's Storied Past

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2025/09/23

Senator Fahy and former New York State Assemblymember, Albany County Historian, and author Jack McEneny sit down to discuss Albany’s storied past and how it translates to the state of today’s Capital City that we’ve all come to know and love, with a particular focus on how different waves of immigration have helped to build the communities within the City itself.

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00:21:23

Episode 15: Creative Connections Clubhouse

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2025/08/28

Senator Fahy sits down with John Sumpter, Director of Outreach for Creative Connections Clubhouse- Amsterdam, NY, to discuss how we create meaningful opportunities and programming for our young people. John is a walking role model for the kids and students he mentors, and the Creative Connections Clubhouse was the first-in-the-state clubhouse created to serve youth. We can replicate this model throughout the Capital Region and deliver hope, resources, and the help that kids need to thrive in

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00:21:00

Episode 14: United Way's Peter Gannon on the Big,...

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2025/07/21

Senator Fahy sits down with Pete Gannon of the United Way of the Greater Capital Region to discuss how the Big Beautiful Bill will harm nonprofits and the populations they serve here in our area and across New York State.

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00:21:47

Episode 13: Congressman Paul D. Tonko

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2025/07/14

Senator Fahy and Congressman Paul D. Tonko sit down and discuss the Congressman’s opposition to the Big ‘Beautiful’ Betrayal, and how he expects the legislation to impact the Capital Region, residents, and our communities.

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00:20:08

Episode 12: Press Freedom

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2025/06/30

Senator Fahy sits down with Albany Times Union investigative reporter, Raga Justin, to talk about the ever-changing world of journalism and press freedom amidst misinformation surges and new challenges.

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00:19:39

Episode 11: Protecting New Yorkers Living with...

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2025/06/02

Senator Fahy sits down with newly-confirmed New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities Commissioner Willow Baer. Commissioner Baer was recently confirmed and has fought for New Yorkers living with disabilities and vulnerable communities throughout her career. We discussed devastating cuts in the proposed federal budget and how they'll impact New Yorkers.

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00:20:41

Episode 10: Upstate NY Farms Weather New Storms

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2025/05/27

Senator Fahy sits down with longtime NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets Commissioner Richard Ball, farmer and owner of Schoharie Valley Farms for more than 30 years. They discuss ongoing trade wars, tariffs, and why Upstate NY farms are struggling to adapt to an ever-shifting market and environment.

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00:19:15

Episode 9: Rural Communities Under Siege

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2025/04/29

Senator Fahy sits down with the Chair of the Democratic Rural Conference, Judith Hunter, as they host their 30th Annual Convention, 'DRC 2025: 30 Years of Connections', to discuss to the Trump administration's actions and impact on rural communities here in the 46th District and across New York State.

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00:18:03

Episode 8: Trump's Tariffs and Trade Wars

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2025/04/23

Senator Fahy sits down with Mark Eagan, President of the Capital Region Chamber of Commerce and Center for Economic Growth, to discuss the impact of the Trump administration's tariffs—or taxes—on workers and business here in the Capital Region.

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00:20:34

Episode 7: Federal Impacts on Veteran Students,...

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2025/04/14

Senator Fahy talks to Empire State University President, Dr. Lisa Vollendorf, about federal impacts on veteran students, students with disabilities, and attempts to erase diversity at our colleges and universities. SUNY Empire serves a large population of veteran students and students with disabilities from a wide swath of backgrounds, and Dr. Vollendorf was the first to form Cabinet-level roles for new offices in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

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00:21:47

Episode 6: Trump's Assault on the Constitution & the...

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2025/04/07

Senator Fahy sits down with Albany Law School Professor Sarah Rogerson to discuss the Trump administration's attacks on constitutional rights, the rule of law, and the federal court system. They also discuss the recent detentions of students Mahmoud Khalil and Rumeysa Öztürk, and the broader implications of their ongoing cases.

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00:19:30

Episode 5: The Future of Veterans’ Healthcare — Cuts,...

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2025/03/31

Senator Fahy sits down with Malia Du Mont, Chief of Staff at Bard College, a veteran who served in Afghanistan and an active Army Reserve member for more than 20 years. They discuss the Trump administration's proposal to lay off more than 80,000 VA workers, the privatization of services, and more.

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00:16:34

Episode 4: Trade Wars & Vanishing Aid for Farmers

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2025/03/17

Senator Fahy sits down with Farm Manager of Indian Ladder Farms, Laura Ten Eyck, to discuss recent federal actions impacting the agricultural sector and farmers. Indian Ladder Farms is a centennial farm founded in 1916 in New York State's Capital Region. Today, the farm boasts over 60 acres of orchards, producing over 40 varieties of apples. The farm offers seasonal pick-your-own berries, apples, and pumpkins, as well as educational programs, public and private events, tours and more.

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00:16:20

Episode 3: Trump's Attacks on Clean Air, Water, and Land

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2025/03/10

Senator Fahy sits down with Julie Tighe, President of the New York League of Conservation (NYLCV) voters, to discuss the Trump administration's attacks on clean air, water, and land and its local impact here in the Capital Region and New York State.

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00:16:36

Episode 2: Trump's Assault on Higher Education

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2025/03/03

Senator Fahy sits down with Dr. Andrew Berglund, Director of the UAlbany RNA Institute, discussing how the Trump administration's funding freeze and attacks on higher education are filtering down to the local level here in the Capital Region and at the University at Albany, SUNY.

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00:17:54

Episode 1: Waves of Federal Chaos

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2025/02/22

Senator Fahy sits down with the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) New York's Legislative and Political Director Brian McDonnell to discuss the Trump administration's mass layoffs of federal workers and attacks on workers' rights.

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