Hudson Mohawk Magazine

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine:

We begin with testimony from the Senate hearing on the Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act by Judith Enck, the former EPA Regional Administrator.

Then, Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry brings us coverage from "A Union Brews at Starbucks."

Later on, H Bosh Jr brings us a Triple E’s segment with returning guest Tatum Hughes who will talk about her work as a nurse.

After that, Brea Barthel reports from last weekend’s Interfaith Holiday Justice and Peace Circle at Freedom Square and speaks with organizations and participants.

Finally, H Bosh Jr brings us another dose of Triple E’s with Bill Bastuk on justice reform.

On Friday, June 17, 2022, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry attended a Labor Notes Conference Virtual workshop entitled, "A Union Brews at Starbucks." In this Labor segment today, Willie shared audio excerpts from that panel discussion about the ongoing struggles to organize Starbucks across the nation.

On Thursday Dec. 15, US Senator Jeff Merkley of Oregon, sponsor of the Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act, convened the first major hearing on plastics ever to take place in the U.S. Senate. We hear the testimony of former EPA Regional Administrator Judith Enck, founder of Beyond Plastics. With Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Gary Nelson is a long time advocate for public transportation and environmental advocacy. He spoke with Hudson Mohawk Magazine's David Moore about his influences, the Sustainability Task Force, highway battles, and ways for listeners to get involved.

Saratoga BLM is working with Hudson/ Catskill Housing Coalition to present family portrait events in Hudson, Albany, Saratoga Springs, and Catskill. Books and Lunch will launch in Saratoga, a program inspired by the Black Panther's Books and Breakfast program. Lexis Figuereo joined Hudson Mohawk Magazine co-hosts Mark Dunlea and Sally Becker to talk about these events and the ideas behind them.

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Chanukah begins after sundown on Sunday, Dec. 18. Earlier in the day, before the 8 days of lights begins, the Capital Region will celebrate together at the 2nd annual Chanukah on Jay celebration. Rabbi Zalman Simon spoke with Hudson Mohawk Magazine co-hosts Sally Becker and Mark Dunlea about what to expect and the meaning of Chanukah.

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Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine:

We begin with a report on the recent rally in Schenectady to support railroad workers.

Then, for our peace bucket, we hear about the record-breaking US military budget.

Later on, we will have a live interview with Rabbi Zalman Simon about the 2nd annual Chanukah on Jay celebration in front of Schenectady City Hall on Dec. 18.

After that, Brea Barthel gives an update on happenings at the Lansingburgh Public Library.

Finally, have a live interview with Saratoga Black Lives Matter about their first Books and Lunch events in the Capital District this holiday season.

The Oakwood Community Center and TRIP Holiday Showcase invited Hudson Mohawk Magazine to talk to attendees from the community. Producer Jacob Boston was there and asked people about how they celebrate this holiday season and what they provide to the community. Jacob's reporting ends with the ultimate interview with the special surprise guest!

Hear about some of the organizations and people participating in the recent Peace and Justice Circle held December 10th in Freedom Square, Troy. Producer Brea Barthel speaks with three staff members from SNUG about their anti-violence programs (www.facebook.com/LLTYsnug/; Meg Jala, a resident artist at the Fish Market community arts program (www.artscenteronline.org/fish-market-project), Sanctuary volunteer Nancy Weber about her "gratitude wreath"; and Mothers Out Front coordinator about the group's efforts to advocate for a healthy, safe environment (www.mothersoutfront.org/team/new-york-state/).

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Hear about all the great activities for youth of all ages offered by Troy Public Library: brick builders, silly science, a new French Club, take & make kits for book-folding hedgehog and fleece scarf, Greta the Reading Dog, and more. Carol Roberts, head of Young Peoples Services at the main branch, looks back at a 2022 filled with visiting snacks, reptiles, and other critters as well as events. For 2023 Carl plans for more animal visits, puppet shows, and even a visit from the Book Fairy. For details, see www.thetroylibrary.org. To find links for libraries throughout New York State, visit www.nysl.nysed.gov/libdev/libs/#Find. Produced by Brea Barthel for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.