Rabbi Yaacov Behrman interviewed Assembly Member Brian Cunningham, who represents the 43rd Assembly District, which includes Crown Heights, on the most pressing issues facing New York. They discussed anti-Semitism after October 7th, Black-Jewish relations, and the eviction of the 100-year-old synagogue at Kingsbrook Hospita, and voting turnout. News recently broke that he is being considered for lieutenant governor, and we asked him whether he wants the job. Tune in to hear a great conversation!

This week, Rabbi Behrman speaks with Dan Garodnick, Chair of the City Planning Commission about the "City of Yes" zoning text amendment and its impact on New York. They discuss how these changes could legalize basement apartments and accessory dwellings, how the reforms might shape neighborhood development, and the potential for creating affordable housing while addressing the underlying causes of displacement.

This week, we’re joined by Councilmember Chi Ossé of the 36th District (Bed-Stuy & North Crown Heights) to break down the FARE Act—a new law he sponsored to regulate broker fees in New York City. With the law set to take effect in June, Councilmember Ossé shares the motivation behind the bill, the challenges of getting it passed, and how it aligns NYC with practices already in place in cities like Chicago and Los Angeles.

In the first episode, Yaacov Behrman interviews guest Yehoshua (Jason) Bedrick, a research fellow at the Heritage Foundation, a former New Hampshire state representative, a Chasidic Jew, and one of the nation’s foremost experts on school choice.

The discussion focused on the latest legislation regarding a new federal tax credit for contributions to organizations that provide scholarships for elementary school students attending private schools.

This legislation has a high probability of passing in the current budget and could have a major impact on Yeshivas.

Will New York and other Democratic states that oppose school choice be included in the bill?

Listen to the podcast to learn why your state may be included or excluded from the bill, and find out how you can play a role in what happens.

Together, we can strengthen our communities and make a difference through voting, staying engaged, and getting involved.

The views expressed in this podcast are solely those of Rabbi Behrman and his guests.