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:
Poll: New Yorkers on Biden, control of Congress, and migrant crisis
The new survey from the Siena College Research Institute examined the feelings of New York voters.
New York wants your mercury thermostats (safely disposed of)
We talk with a state official about the implementation of the Mercury Thermostat Collection Act.
Environmental justice driving new state permitting process
A new permitting policy is designed to protect communities disproportionately hurt by pollution in the past.
Environmental coalition urges investment in climate action fund
The NY Renews coalition wants the state to invest at least $1 billion shovel-ready projects through the Climate Action Fund.
Navigating the evolving hearing aid landscape
The state issued guidance this fall to help New Yorkers with hearing loss navigate over-the-counter hearing aid options.
New York’s marijuana marketplace begins new phase
The state's cannabis czar discusses the latest round of licenses for marijuana growers, processors, and retailers.
Regulating high-speed police pursuits
NYCLU's Christopher Dunn highlights the dangers of police pursuits in metropolitan areas.
State mental health official discusses investments in kids
We break down the ramifications of the state's record investments in mental health services for kids in the current budget.
Legal representation gap persists in civil courts
The Legal Aid Society's Adriene Holder highlights the challenges of navigating civil proceedings without a lawyer.