Hudson Mohawk Magazine

Taína Asili speaks with singer-songwriter María José Montijo, who is a self-described “weird, cosmic, and queer islander” from Puerto Rico, now based in the Bay Area of California. Her music draws inspiration from over 20 years of experience as a healer, and is rooted in a continuous process of discovery and care, where trauma is transformed into art.

Listen to the full episode at RhythmofRebellion.com or wherever podcasts are streamed.

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Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine:

We begin with Mark Dunlea’s conversation with Scott Kellogg of the Radix Center about their upcoming tree planting to mitigate the effects climate change.

Then, local civil rights activists converse with Willie Terry about the women who were important in the movement.

Later on, H Bosh Jr will speak with Shawn Moodie for this week’s Triple Es.

After that, author Nancy Castaldo talks about her latest book, “The World That Feeds Us.”

Finally, in anticipation of the upcoming Eljuri concert on the Sanctuary stage, we look back at the last time Eljuri performed here, then at Freedom Square.

On Saturday, April 15th, The Radix Center will be having a volunteer food tree planting event. The food grown on these public trees will be available for free to local residents. The event starts at the Radix Center (153 Grand Street, South End, Albany) at 10 AM. Scott Kellogg discusses the effort and its role in combating climate change with Mark Dunlea of the Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine:

We begin with a live interview with Alexis Goldsmith of Beyond Plastics about their May 2nd advocacy day at the Albany Capitol.

Then, for our Peace Bucket, we hear from Medea Benjamin about her talks on Ukraine in the Capital District from April 16 to 19.

Later on, we hear about an upcoming philosophical debate about what to do on climate taking place April 17 at the Radix Center.

After that, we hear part 3 of Willie Terry’s roundtable on the impact of women on the Civil Rights Movement.

Finally, we hear about community mini-grants available through the City of Albany's Love Your Block program.

The Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act is holding companies accountable for their plastic waste as is the Better Bottle Bill.

Alexis Goldsmith of Beyond Plastics spoke with Mark Dunlea and Sina Basila Hickey about these bills for the Hudson Mohawk Magazine. She also spoke about the NY is Not Disposable Rally and Advocacy Day on May 2. Registration here bit.ly/packagingreduction

NYC artist and end-of-life doula Marne Lucas speaks about her creative work with the Bardo Project in preserving artists' legacies after receiving terminal diagnoses. She also talks about her experiences as a doula guiding people through the end of their lives while also sharing her death plans.

Veronica Maroulis, a student from RPI, is trying to change the cultural taboos around discussing death through a series of interviews with people in the industry to promote a deeper understanding of the topic. If this resonates with you, consider going to the Death Cafe at People's Health Sanctuary on the evening of April 27th.

The Siena College Philosophy Department will hold a discussion on "But What Should I Do?": Climate Change and Personal Responsibility," on Monday, April 17 from 6 to 7 pm at the Radix Ecological Sustainability Center, 153 Grand St, Albany. Dr. Michael Rings discusses the event with Mark Dunlea for the Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Code Pink co-founder Medea Benjamin will speak at a number of events in the Capital District from Sun, April 16 to Wed, April 19 about Ukraine. Community events sponsored by Albany Women Against War include:

-Sun, April 16, 4PM, Time and Space Limited in Hudson, NY

-Mon, Apr 17, 7PM, Albany Unitarian Church, 405 Washington Ave.

She will also speak at College Campus including Saint Rose, SUNY Albany, and Sage College.

For more info on her visit. see http://www.womenagainstwar.org/wordpress/

Medea talks with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Learn about how individuals and nonprofits can apply for a "mini-grant" through Albany's Love Your Block progam to get $500-2,000 in support for repairs, clean-ups, and/or community activities. Erin Johanns explains what types of help is available for projects in Arbor Hill, West Hill, North Albany, the South End, and possibly other city areas, with tips for writing a successful application. She also notes other resources available for home and neighborhood improvements. Application deadline is May 15th, For more information, visit www.albanyny.gov/2163/Love-Your-Block or contact Erin at [email protected].

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