Hudson Mohawk Magazine

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea has an interview with State Senate candidate Sarah Rogerson. Then, we have part 2 of an interview with scholar and author Elena McGrath about the current unrest in Bolivia and how it relates to our current unrest. Later on, we hear more about the work of the Visibility Brigades with Rosemary Armao. After that, Jacob Boston has a story about...

We are thrilled to introduce you to the Sanctuary’s Development and Communications Director, Zilpa Oduor (she/her). Coming with a background in project management, grant writing, and in International Relations-Economics, Zilpa brings a rounded skillset to this position with a big passion for justice work.

1946: The Mistranslation That Shifted Culture documents the discovery of the biblical mistranslation that started the anti-LGBTQ+ movement 80 years ago. Taylor Philippi, Collar City Pride board member and advocate for the LGBTQIA+ and interfaith communities, joins Hudson Mohawk Magazine to discuss the film. You can join us for the film screening at the Sanctuary for Independent Media on June 25th...

Sarah Rogerson is facing off against Patrick Nelson in the Democratic Party primary on June 23rd for the right to challenge James Tedisco in November in the 44th Senate District (Saratoga County, City of Schenectady, Niskayuna). Sarah is an Albany Law School professor and immigration attorney with over 20 years of experience in public-interest law. She is the founding director of Albany Law School...

New York Capital District activists Christine Primomo and Darlene Stott talk about the logistical, artistic and political challenges of fighting MAGA with messages plastered on bridges and overpasses. The Visibility Brigade organizers say non-violent protest works and combat the right-wing talking point that only old white women are out in the streets.

In this episode of Albany Comedy Corner we interviewed Bri Morrison and Alanna Gill for their show at Helderberg Meadworks in Troy. Not only did we talk about the show and venue, we also chatted about the growing comedy scene and the inclusion of more women into the space.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, we hear Mark Dunlea’s interview with Ron Deutsch about a new Industrial Development Authorities(IDA) reform that stalled in Albany. Then, Sia Patel reports on how Ualbany students are coming up with strategic ideas to foster a strong sense of community. Later on, we hear students at Troy Middle School talk about experiences of bullying and LGBTQIA+. Aft...

Global Performance + Sound Lab's Human + Computer Relations artist cohort visited the Sanctuary campus. In the radio studio were Viet Le, Gentle Mothh, Kayva Yang, Alex Chang. They spoke with Sina Basila Hickey.

The Bolivian “worker citizens” were crucial for the Bolivian Revolution of 1952. Scholar, professor, and author of “The Limits of Revolution: Worker Citizens in a Bolivian Mining City” Elena McGrath, wrote this book based off of field work, oral interviews, and extensive archival research. This part 1 of the interview focuses on the book and the Bolivian Revolution. Tune in to part 2 for a look at...

Thom Francis welcomes Ulster County Poet Laureate Mike Jurkovic. Mike was the featured reader, promoting his chapbook Eve’s Venom, at Poets Speak Loud on Monday, October 27, 2014. +++++ Poets Speak Loud was a poetry open mic series hosted by Mary Panza that began at The Lark Tavern in January 31, 2005 - the same night that that legendary local poet, environmentalist, activist, and “grandfather of...

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea brings us coverage from a community Anti-Zionist shabatt held by Albany Jewish Voice for Peace. Then, Sina Basila Hickey talks with Elena McGrath the author of “The Limits of Revolution: Worker Citizens in a Bolivian Mining City” about the book and what motivated her to write it. Later on, Gaheul Yi talks with Jinah Ahn the owner and founder...

On Friday June 12, Albany Jewish Voice for Peace held a community anti-Zionist Shabbat, coming together as a community to share food, commit to radical solidarity and intersectionality, to support a free Palestine, and to build a Jewish community not centered on or dependent on Israel or Zionism. JVP was heartbroken to see the legal structures that have enabled Black political representation, and...

Industrial Development Authorities (IDAs) exist to give local officials the ability to promote economic development by awarding tax breaks to companies. Critics contend that many of the projects fail to deliver on promised job creation and push for greater accountability for performance. Ron Deutsch of New Yorkers for Fiscal Fairness and Reimagine Albany talks to Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magaz...

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea brings us coverage on the upcoming 2026 Food Summit in Albany. Then, Gaheul Yi talks to UAlbany Democrats about what it means to be politically engaged on the campus today. Later on, Lavender brings us a piece on a walk for Autism safety and awareness. After that, Producer Lu Buoy joins us in the studio to talk about his upcoming performance...

Local producer Lu Buoy joins us in the studio to talk about the art of producing, musical inspiration, and his upcoming performance at No Fun.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea speaks with Blair Horner of New York Public Interest Research Group about the recently concluded NYS legislative session. Then, Willie Terry Interviewed Dr. Henry Zhu at the NYS Asian-American Pacific Islander Summit. Later on, we have another episode of 518 Rising Stars with H Bosh Jr. and Elijah Jackson. After that, Sina Basila Hickey and...

The 2026 Food Summit will take place on Tuesday June 16 at the Albany Capital Center. This year's summit has three themes: Strengthening the Safety Net; Food as Medicine; and, Ending Hunger Through Action. We talk with Natasha Pernicka of the Food Pantries for the Capital District and Mark WInne, author of The Road to a Hunger Free America. With Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

On this interview of 518 Rising Stars with H Bosh Jr. Deacon Elijah "Eli" Jackson shares his journey as a standout student-athlete, community leader, and graduating senior earning both his diploma and associate's degree in Mathematics and Science while inspiring others though leadership, faith, and service.

The NYS Legislature has adjourned for the year, just a week after finally passing the state budget which was due April 1. Blair Horner of NYPIRG provides an overview of the productivity of the state leigslature, including the far from transparent process the Governor used to weaken the state's climate law. With Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

On Friday, May 08, 2026, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Network Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry attended the "NYS Asian American and Pacific Islander Summit AI For All" at Albany Empire State Plaza. The New York State AAPI Summit is an annual landmark legislative event uniting Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) legislators, community organizations, advocates, and activists from across New...

On Friday, May 08, 2026, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Network Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry attended the "NYS Asian American and Pacific Islander Summit AI For All" at Albany Empire State Plaza. The New York State AAPI Summit is an annual landmark legislative event uniting Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) legislators, community organizations, advocates, and activists from across New...

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Today on Hudson Mohawk Magazine, we hear a report from the ICE Out of Albany protest on Tuesday. Then, we cover the June 5th Naska protest by Palestinian Rights groups at the federal O’Brien Building. Later, Rosemary Armao explores the controversy surrounding data centers. After that, we hear about Peace at the Table, which shares true stories of how peace and understanding are nurtured by sharing...

Peace at the Table is a project founded by chef Jeff Marden where people can submit their own stories of their relationship to food in order to nurture connection with others and the healing that can come from a good meal. Sina Basila Hickey speaks with Marden about what inspired him to start this project, its goals, and its effects. https://peaceatthetable.world/

Greg Creft gets to sit down with the main organizer behind the Capital Regions Funniest Comic for his upcoming show "Comedy Tsunami". We also take a moment to talk about how being a parent has had an impact on his stand-up. Ryan Shipley will be on the Comedy Tsunami show with Brad King, Shawn Barnes, Keith Prince, Will Johnson and Blake Whitbeck at the Albany Stadium Restaurant & Bar on June 12th,...