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:
New York’s evolving nursing home landscape
LeadingAge New York President Jim Clyne discusses state regulations for nursing homes and calls for oversight reforms.
Progressives to push for more taxes on wealthy in 2023
Fiscal Policy Institute Executive Director Nathan Gusdorf makes the case for increasing taxes on wealthy New Yorkers.
Overhaul envisioned to fix MTA finances and services
Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani, a Queens Democrat, discusses the "Fix the MTA" plan that's up for consideration in Albany.
Lawmakers of color propose ‘People’s Budget’ for 2023
The state Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic and Asian legislative caucus has a "Building Resilient Communities" agenda for 2023.
Unpacking New York’s climate action plan
Climate Action Council member Robert Howarth reflects on the state's new blueprint for addressing greenhouse gas emissions.
Prison working conditions eyed for reform
The Legal Aid Society wants legislation to address workplace safety and compensation rates for incarcerated New Yorkers.
Assemblymember Pat Fahy discusses late son and his art
A new book of photographs memorializes the art of Assemblymember Pat Fahy's son and raises funds for arts initiatives.
New York’s plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Climate Action Council co-chairs Doreen Harris and Basil Seggos discuss the roadmap to reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Respiratory illness transmission surges with cold weather
New York Department of Health Dr. Eugene Heslin discusses the merits of a mask mandate and proactive COVID-19 testing.
