New York NOW Podcast
1) Bruce Blakeman Challenges Gov. Hochul
New York Republicans have nominated Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman to challenge democratic incumbent Gov. Kathy Hochul in November. We sit down with Assembly Member Charles Lavine (D - 13th As...Show More
2) Hochul Picks A Running Mate, Democratic Priorities and Alcohol Addiction Rates in NYS
Gov. Kathy Hochul officially announced her running mate in her reelection bid for governor: former New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams Assembly Member Brian Cunningham (D - Central Brooklyn) ...Show More
3) New York’s FY 2027 Budget at a Crossroads: Federal Funding, NYC, and What Comes Next
On this week's edition -- After a major winter storm briefly delayed the start of session this week, public hearings for the FY'27 Executive Budget Proposal officially began at the capitol. New York S...Show More
4) Inside New York’s $260 Billion Budget
Gov. Kathy Hochul unveiled her FY '27 executive budget proposal this week. We dive into the big takeaways from the announcement - from funding for universal childcare to the financial health of the st...Show More
5) Inside Hochul’s 2026 State of the State: Big Promises, Big Stakes
Gov. Kathy Hochul delivered her 2026 State of the State Address with a focus on affordability for New Yorkers. We dive into the reaction and rebuttals to the governor's address from lawmakers and poli...Show More
6) Governor Kathy Hochul's 2026 State of the State Address
Governor Kathy Hochul delivers her 2026 State of the State address, outlining priorities in affordability, child care, public safety, housing, energy, and education. New York Now offers live coverage ...Show More
7) New York Lawmakers Kick Off Session: Jan. 6 Education Bill & Childcare Push
This episode reviews the start of New York's new legislative session, where leaders addressed federal funding cuts and affordability challenges. Governor Kathy Hochul unveiled proposals to protect stu...Show More
8) New York Politics in Review: The Mayor’s Race, State Budget Fight & What’s Next
It's been quite the eventful year in New York politics - from a competitive mayoral race in New York City to controversial policy items and a late state budget debated at the state Capitol. We'll dive...Show More
New York Politics in Review: The Mayor’s Race, State Budget Fight & What’s Next
26:46 | Dec 19th, 2025
9) Why Food Pantries Are Bracing for a Tough Winter in New York
Angie Pender-Fox, associate executive director of The Food Pantries for the Capital District, joins us to discuss federal challenges around SNAP benefits and what food insecurity looks like in the sta...Show More
10) Will Kathy Hochul Sign these Controversial Bills?
On This Week's Edition Catch this week's show on your local PBS member station, or watch on YouTube, Facebook, or using the free PBS app anytime after Friday. A podcast version is available where...Show More