Hudson Mohawk Magazine

Barbara Ullman has been volunteering and working in hospitals since 1965 and is part of the board for the Upper Hudson Planned Parenthood. She joined us to talk about how things were before Roe v. Wade, which passed in 1973, and what the current dangers are to people who no longer have access to abortions.

CC image of Norma McCorvey (Jane Roe) and her lawyer Gloria Allred on the steps of the Supreme Court, 1989

Giant Hogweed, a large, flowering plant that used to be sought after for its attractiveness in English gardens, can cause serious burns and blisters. The DEC set up a hotline to report giant hogweed plants to ensure safe removal. To learn more, we spoke with Daniel Waldhorn, Giant Hogweed Information Line Coordinator.

If you suspect you may have found giant hogweed you should take photos, note the location, and report the site to NYS DEC via email, or by calling the Giant Hogweed Information Line: 1-845-256-3111.

More info: https://www.dec.ny.gov/animals/72766.html?fbclid=IwAR3ADoiHQCJel3xA4UbR0erR4WFDBjVuplKLucBBlHRRraQaQRg-uwabtJs

Photo provided by Dept of Environmental Conservation

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine:

We begin with a lesson from the past, to understand what’s at risk with the overturn of Roe v Wade by speaking with someone who has been working in healthcare since 1965.

Then we listen in on the labor panel forum called “Organizers on Organizing.”

Later on, Riverkeeper talks about Hudson River fish, which are not advised to be eaten.

After that, we have some book suggestions to add to your reading list.

Finally, we talk with an expert about the giant hogweed plant and why there is a hotline to report sightings.

Looking for a summer read or activity? Laurie Dreyer, manager of Troy's Lansingburgh branch, recommends three books and shares info on heaps of activities. The books: "The Theft of Sunlight" (fantasy by Intisar Khanani, 2021); "The Maid: A Novel" (Nita Prose, 2022); and "The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian" (Sherman Alexie, 2009). Laurie notes that Alexie's book is frequently banned, for a variety of reasons. Wednesday and Saturday activities include reptile exploration, Big Truck Day, readings of short stories, and more. And what's this about an ocean of fish in the library? For details, see thetroylibrary.org. To find other local libraries, visit www.nysl.nysed.gov/libdev/libs/publibs/library.htm.

Dan Shapley of Riverkeeper joined the Water Justice Lab last week to talk about the water quality of the Hudson River, based on data that Water Justice Lab is helping to collect, in the NATURE Lab community science lab. The news is overall positive, but swimming conditions are not so great in Troy. He tells us what’s causing it and what we should know.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine:

We begin with Dan Shapley of Riverkeeper talking about the swimming conditions in the Hudson River.

Then, Corinne Carey speaks with Professor Bonventre of Albany Law School about the increasingly blurred lines between church and state in the US Supreme Court decisions.

After that, Brea Barthel heads to the Troy Public Library for some summer reading suggestions for adults.

Finally, we go into our archives for a Food Diary story from 2019 in which Amy Halloran speaks with historian Justin Nordstrom.

On July 9, 2022, the Hudson Mohawk Magazine Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry attended a Labor Panel forum on "Organizers on Organizing" at the James Connolly Social Club in Troy. The panel speakers consisted of organizers from the Amazon Labor Union, Starbucks Workers United, Joseph's House & Shelter, Skidmore College Faculty Forward, and SEIU Local 200United. In this labor segment, Willie spoke with labor about the event with panelist Jon Conlan, Joseph's House Worker and Organizer. The Troy Area Labor Council and James Connolly Social Club sponsored the forum.

Hudson Mohawk Magazine's Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry attended a Labor Panel forum on "Organizers on Organizing" at the James Connolly Social Club in Troy. The panel speakers consisted of organizers from the Amazon Labor Union, Starbucks Workers United, Joseph's House & Shelter, Skidmore College Faculty Forward, and SEIU Local 200United. In this labor segment, Willie spoke with labor panelist Araceli Herrera, Starbucks Worker and Organizer, and Heather Goodall, Amazon Schodack Worker, and Organizer. The Troy Area Labor Council and James Connolly Social Club sponsored the forum.

On July 9, 2022, the Hudson Mohawk Magazine Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry attended a Labor Panel forum on "Organizers on Organizing" at the James Connolly Social Club in Troy. The panel speakers consisted of organizers from the Amazon Labor Union, Starbucks Workers United, Joseph's House & Shelter, Skidmore College Faculty Forward, and SEIU Local 200United. In this labor segment, Willie spoke about the event with Jessica Ramos, Starbucks Worker, and Sean Collin, SEIU 200United Organizer. The Troy Area Labor Council and James Connolly Social Club sponsored the forum.

Retired meteorologist Hugh Johnson joins us to discuss the impact of heat waves on people and economics with Blaise Bryant and Brea Barthel.