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:
Western NY OTB in period of transition
Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown is poised to be the leader of the embattled off-track betting organization in Western New York.
Strengthening New York’s equine slaughter restrictions
State policymakers have taken action in recent years to ensure New York horses don't end up at slaughterhouses.
Funding schools that serve vulnerable students
We explore the role of special act school districts, which serve kids who struggle in traditional school settings.
NY comptroller’s office reviews MTA’s future capital plans
Efforts to "unpause" congestion pricing in New York City could be difficult, according to the state comptroller's office.
Forest rangers rack up OT in New York
Adirondack Explorer reporter Gwendolyn Craig discusses the staffing levels of the New York State Forest Rangers.
New York’s campaign against overdose deaths
In light of new overdose death data for New York, we examine the state of this public health crisis.
Partnerships encouraged to save safety-net hospitals
In order to promote the long-term viability of safety net hospitals, the state for them to develop new partnerships.
Pharmacies want more prescription drug price transparency
Sen. Andrew Gounardes is pushing a bill intended to expose the true cost drivers of prescription medications.
Child care subsidy flexibility proposed for parents
State Sen. Jabari Brisport makes the case for expanding when parents, who work flexible hours, receive child care aid.