The Perez Notes

Episode Title: Breaking Down NYC Politics with Ben Max Description: Join us for an insightful conversation with Ben Max, political reporter and editor at New York Law School’s Center for New York City and State Law. In this episode, we dive into the latest on New York City’s mayoral race, the “City of Yes” zoning initiatives, and all the political shakeups shaping the city’s future. Ben shares his...

“On this episode of The Perez Notes, I speak with NYC mayoral candidate and State Senator Jessica Ramos about her bold vision for the city. We dive into Roosevelt Avenue and the impact of the Taskforce, her push for property tax reform, and her thoughts on being the only woman in the race. Plus, she shares her candid take on the other mayoral candidates. A must-listen for anyone invested in NYC’s...

“On this episode of The Perez Notes, Roberto Perez sits down with Murad Awawdeh, Executive Director of the New York Immigration Coalition, for a powerful conversation on immigration under the Trump administration. We discuss the looming fear of mass deportations, the challenges faced by immigrant communities, and the preparations being made to support and protect those at risk. Tune in for a deep...

The Perez Notes: A Conversation with Mayoral Candidate Zohran Mamdani In this episode of The Perez Notes, host Roberto Perez interviews New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani about his vision for the city’s future. They discuss the role of the Rent Guidelines Board, the key priorities of Mamdani’s mayoral platform, and the policies he believes can create a fairer and more equitable NYC. Do...

Episode Title: South Brooklyn’s Red Wave, Progressive Mayors, and Trump’s NYC Legacy with Jon Paul Lupo Description: In this episode, we sit down with political consultant Jon Paul Lupo to analyze the Republican voting surge in South Brooklyn and its implications for New York City politics. We explore the challenges and possibilities for a progressive candidate to take the reins as mayor in a city...

Episode Title: Empowering the Latino Vote: A Conversation with Senator Luis Sepulveda Description: In this episode of The Perez Notes, we sit down with New York State Senator Luis Sepulveda for an engaging discussion on critical issues impacting the Latino community. We explore the importance of the Latino vote, strategies for Latino empowerment, and the potential move of the Somos Conference to t...

In my interview with political reporter Katie Honan, I explored key issues shaping New York City’s political and policy landscape. We delved into the “City of Yes” zoning proposals aimed at modernizing land use to promote housing and economic growth, as well as the upcoming implementation of congestion pricing and its potential impact on commuters and city revenues. Katie also shed light on the ci...

🎙️ New Episode of The Perez Notes! In this episode, host Roberto Perez sits down with Scott Stringer, former NYC Comptroller and mayoral candidate, for a candid and insightful discussion: ➡️ His perspective on the Trump election and its impact on democracy. ➡️ The highs and lows of his run for NYC mayor. ➡️ His thoughts on the Somos Conference in Puerto Rico and its significance in shaping NYC’s p...

Jeff Coltin from Politico NY and I provide a comprehensive recap of SOMOS and examine the potential implications of the presidential election on the future of New York City and New York State.