Audio Vault
Welcome to the Audio Vault for The Capitol Pressroom, where you can find every conversation with host David Lombardo.
Listen to the past episodes:
State prepares for winter road conditions
The state DOT tries to keep roads safe for drivers this winter, while also embracing more environmentally friendly practices.
State deploys new weather risk communication facility
New York's Weather Risk Communication Center, located at the University at Albany, was officially launched in December.
Extreme weather events drive up insurance costs
Extreme weather events are impacting the cost of property and casualty insurance products in New York.
Once more unto the congressional redistricting breach
Jeff Wice, of the New York Law School’s Census & Redistricting Institute, explains what comes next in this never-ending saga.
Religious organizations pursue affordable housing
A coalition of religious leaders want to make it easier for faith-based organizations to develop affordable housing.
Untapped potential of employee-run businesses
We discuss the role of employee-owned businesses and how the state can foster their growth.
State education officials identify budget priorities
We talk with top state education officials about the budget proposal from the Board of Regents.
IG report highlights improper contraband screening in prisons
State Inspector General Lucy Lang discusses a report on the misuse of defective contraband testing tools in state prisons.
Drivers make gains with ridesharing companies
Attorney Shannon Liss-Riordan explains the significance of settlements the state reached with ridesharing companies.