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:
IDAs want continued role in economic development landscape
New York State Economic Development Council’s Ryan Silva discusses the role of Industrial Development Agencies.
State cannabis regulators get to work
Cannabis Control Board member Jen Metzger discusses medical marijuana, the hemp industry and agriculture opportunities.
Unproven COVID-19 treatment sparks lawsuits
New Yorkers desperate to cure loved ones impacted by COVID-19 are trying to compel hospitals to administer unproven treatments.
Sex work decriminalization dialogue prompted by Hochul
The Urban Justice Center's Andy Bowen makes the case for a complete decriminalization of the state's sex work economy.
Seven names emerge for seat on state’s top court
Albany Law School's Vin Bonventre analyzes the list of contenders for an upcoming vacancy at the Court of Appeals.
Can we interest you in a national Election Day holiday?
RepresentUS research analyst Caroline Joseph espouses the merits of a national Election Day holiday.
Legislation would end life sentences without chance of parole
Sen. Luis Sepulveda argues that all New Yorkers - no matter the crime - deserve a shot a rehabilitation.
Assemblyman Kim optimistic about pandemic bills after meeting with governor
Gov. Kathy Hochul signals a willingness to break from predecessor’s approach to nursing home concerns.
Poll: Hochul well positioned for potential Democratic primary skirmish
New York Democrats approve of the new governor’s initial days in office, according to a new Siena College poll.