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:
Public charter schools want updated state funding formula
New York Charter Schools Association CEO Anna Hall provides an explainer on public charter schools and calls for more state funds.
Hochul restricts funds for civil legal services
A board controlling funds for civil legal services provided to low-income New York is being undermined by Gov. Kathy Hochul.
NY financial regulator pitches Hochul’s car insurance plan
We dive into Gov. Kathy Hochul's plan to address car insurance costs, including utilizing the state's excess profit law.
Supporting the community school footprint
We learn about the role community schools play in integrating a variety of services into academic settings around New York.
New state cannabis regulator discusses priorities
The acting head of the state Office of Cannabis Management discusses his short-term goals and addresses outstanding challenges.
Wheelchair users struggle to access ridesharing services
We chat about the lack of wheelchair accessible rides provided by services like Uber and Lyft and consider boosting accessibility.
Using artificial intelligence to quantify life on Planet Albany
A new legislative tracking service is using artificial intelligence to assess the future of bills
Debate over public support for private special education service
We explore the opposition to state efforts to change how parents of kids with disabilities in private school access special services.
State prepares to regulate ‘buy now, pay later’ lenders
We examine the Hochul administration's effort to regulate the "buy now, pay later" industry.
