Hudson Mohawk Magazine

Steve Pierce visited the Hudson Mohawk Magazine studio to give us an update on what's happening on the block. NATURE Lab, which includes People's Health Sanctuary, is getting nearer to opening for more programming, but in the meantime there is an upcoming virtual mushroom event: https://www.mediasanctuary.org/event/ending-the-prohibition-of-the-mind-a-mushroom-symposium/

Willie Terry interviewed Doug Bullock, Organizer with "The Solidarity Committee of the Capital District. Willie spoke to Doug about articles in the January "Solidarity Notes," a monthly newsletter published by the Solidarity Committee of the Capital District. This labor segment is part two of Willie's interview with Doug Bullock, who will report monthly on Solidarity Notes News.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine,

We begin with a discussion of how DEC is implementing the CLCPA with respect to permits for greenhouse gas emissions.

Then, we discuss the status of nuclear weapons in the US.

Later on, Stephanie Dudek of Troy Library shares ideas for beating the winter doldrums with books on bread making and composting.

After that, Renee Powell, President of NAACP Troy, speaks about why she became an organizer and Black leaders who inspired her.

Finally, we head into our archives to bring a recording from February 2020 in which Albany community members discussed The Brothers' legacy.

Who inspired President of the NAACP Troy Branch Renee Powell to become an organizer? She spoke with HMM producer Sina Basila Hickey about the model her mother set for her and Black leaders who influenced her. She also spoke about the importance of including oppression in the teaching of Black history in the school system.

To get involved, they hold virtual meetings on the 4th thursday of the each month. find the link on facebook. or join by selecting the troy branch #2182 at naacp.org

Environmental groups have filed comments to two draft policy documents from the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) that will guide the implementation of the state's new climate law (CLCPA)with respect to handling permits for emissions from facilities. Hillary Aidun of Earthjustice talks about the proposed rules, including how they are supposed to protect environmental justice communities. With Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Radio Network.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine,

We begin with Corinne Carey speaking with Troy City Council President Carmella Mantello about using remaining federal COVID relief funds.

Then, it’s a play called "Hurricane Diane," a hilarious look at the blind eye we turn to climate change, with performances starting next week in Albany. Mark Dunlea spoke with Director Patrick White.

Later on, Shirley Chen speaks with NYU graduate Jason about how you might celebrate the Chinese New Year if you’re stuck in the US and can’t get back to China to be with your family.

And finally, meteorologist Hugh Johnson will be spoke with us about the "sleet bomb" and the Winter Olympics.

Retired Meteorologist Hugh Johnson joins us to talk about last weekend's "sleet bomb," artificial snow at the Winter Olympics, and how this relates to climate change. He spoke with hosts Cathy Silber and Sina Basila Hickey.

Carol Roberts, Young People's Service Librarian at Troy Public Library, is talking about books for Black History Month and more with Brea Barthel.

Books discussed include "Black Boy Joy: 17 Stories Celebrating Black Boyhood" by Kwame Mbalia, ed. (2021); "Stamped: Racism, Anti-Racism, and You (For Young Adults)" by Jason Reynolds & Ibram X. Kendi (2020); "Stamped (for Kids)" by Jason Reynolds & Ibram X. Kendi, adapted by Sonja Cherry-Paul (2021); "The 1619 Project: Born on the Water" by Nikole Hannah-Jones & Renee Watson (2021); "Empowered Black Girl:Joyful Affirmations and Words of Resilience" by M. J. Fievre, ed. (2021); and "Hunt, Gather, Parent" by Michaeleen Doucleff, PhD. (2021). Also hear about library activities this month. For more info, see thetroylibrary.org. And for other libraries in Albany & Rensselaer Counties, see www.uhls.org.

Stephanie Dudek, talking about books with Brea Barthel, shares ideas for beating the winter doldrums with books on breadmaking and composting, plus the library's "winter reading challenge" and book club. Books discussed: "Bittman Bread: No-Knead Whole Grain Baking for Every Day" by Mark Bittman & Kerri Conan (2021) and "No-waste Composting: Small-Space Waste Recycling Indoors and Out" by Michelle Balz (2021). Also mentioned: "Drawdown: The Most Comprehensive Plan Ever Proposed to Reverse Global Warning" by Paul Hawken (2017) and "White Teeth: A Novel" by Zadie Smith (2001). For more info, see thetroylibrary.org. And for other libraries in Albany & Rensselaer Counties, see www.uhls.org.

Harbinger Theatre will present “Hurricane Diane” at Albany Barn, 56 2nd Street in Arbor Hill on Feb. 17 to Feb. 19 and Feb. 24 to 26. In this Obie-winning comedy with a twist, Pulitzer Prize finalist Madeleine George pens a hilarious evisceration of the blind eye we all turn to climate change. Director Patrick White discusses the event with Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Radio Network. For tickets or more information, visit https://www.actingclasswithpatrickwhite.net/