The migration of people to the United States has played an important role in the the country's development over the last 400 years. University at Albany history professor Carl Bon Tempo has co-authored a comprehensive history of immigration to America, and the impact it has had on government, the economy, and culture. On this episode of "The Eagle," we spoke to Bon Tempo about his book and the impact of immigration on American history.

Also on this episode, we talk to Moira Penza, lead prosecutor in NXIVM founder Keith Raniere's trial, about her reflections on the case, and the conclusion of the HBO series "The Vow."

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With inflation up, many of us are looking for ways to save money this holiday season. On this episode of “The Eagle,” we check in with the Times Union Shopportunist Shannon Fromma for a preview of Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals.

Also on this episode, we talk to Alliance for Positive Health Executive Director B. Kim Atkins about this year’s World AIDS Day, how the COVID-19 pandemic affected those living with HIV in the Capital Region, and how the landscape of the AIDS epidemic has changed in the last 40 years.

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Election Day was a mixed bag of results in New York, where several key state and Congressional battleground races played out. New York races were among the most hotly contested in the nation, with tighter than expected outcomes that have implications for the balance of power across the country.

On this episode of “The Eagle,” we’ll discuss those races, along with returns in to two wholly different types of contests: ice cream and mullets. Stewart’s CEO and president Gary Dake joins us to talk about his company’s World Dairy Expo-winning ice cream flavor, and Scott Salvadore tells the tale of “The Lord’s Drapes,” crowned the best mullet in America.

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UAPs (a.k.a. UFOs) are not just the stuff of science fiction, if you ask University at Albany physics professor Kevin Knuth. He's part of a team of researchers who study these mysterious craft, which have been clocked at impossible speeds and acceleration in the night sky. 

On this episode of "The Eagle," we talk to Knuth about his research, which is part of the new documentary "A Tear in the Sky," narrated by William Shatner and now streaming on Amazon Prime.

Also on this episode, news editor Susan Mehalick discusses the week's top stories, including a Times Union investigation into what's happening with money the state allocated for homecare workers, what's going on with Capital Holiday Lights in the Park, and where you can find the best cider donuts.

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From crème brûlée naan paired with a tamarind cocktail to a rhubarb galette matched with a concoction of Hudson Valley Currant Cassis, chilled rosé, orange liqueur and honey simple syrup, drinks and desserts...can go really well together. 

On this episode of "The Eagle," food critics Steve Barnes and Susie Davidson Powell talk about the perfectly sweet pairings they chose for this year's "Essential Restaurants" guide.

Also on this episode, reporter Larry Rulison has the latest on the upcoming trial of Nauman Hussain, after a judge tossed the plea deal last month that would spare him prison time for the deaths of the 20 victims of the Schoharie limo crash.

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The remains of a Delmar woman missing for nearly six months were found this week in Western Massachusetts. While the question of Meghan Marohn's whereabouts has finally been answered, the circumstances of her death are still shrouded in mystery. Investigators remain tight-lipped about may have happened to the 42-year-old poet and English teacher who never returned from a week-long getaway.

On this episode of "The Eagle," reporter Paul Nelson goes over what we know about Megan Marohn's disappearance and death. 

Also on this episode, Shopportunist Shannon Fromma has some money-saving tips for football fans, and editor Casey Seiler discusses this winter's dire heating bill predictions and the region's newest Chick-fil-A.

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Do you really have to be 21-years-old to buy a canister of whipped cream in New York? A new law barring the sale of nitrous oxide cartridges to minors has created a puzzling situation for grocery and convenient stores across the state. Some have started carding customers for the product, while the lawmaker who wrote the law says it's legal to sell the dessert topping spray to minors.

On this episode of "The Eagle," Capital Bureau reporter Melissa Manno explains the confusion, and whether we'll all be able to pile the fluffy white topping on our desserts.

Also on this episode, Hudson Valley reporter Lana Bellamy updates us on wildfires along the Shawangunk Ridge, and editor Casey Seiler discusses the stunning erasure of Nauman Hussain's guilty plea of criminally negligent homicide in the Schoharie limo crash.

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The second and third largest hospital systems in New York's Capital Region are in negotiations to merge. One of them is governed by the ethical directives of the Catholic Church. The other is a secular system that operates the region's only inpatient healthcare facility dedicated entirely to women. Critics are fearful that if a merger goes through, it would deprive an already medically underserved community of reproductive care options, including abortion. 

On this episode of "The Eagle," health reporter Rachel Silberstein discusses the implications of a merger between St. Peter's Health Partners and Ellis Medicine.

Also on this episode, Times Union Editor Casey Seiler goes over the results of the state's second primary election of the year, and new arts and entertainment reporter Katie Kiessling talks about her first impressions of the Capital Region scene.

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The Times Union filed a motion this week in U.S. District Court asking the Department of Justice to unseal a search warrant the FBI used to raid former President Donald J. Trump's Mar-A-Lago estate Monday. On Thursday, U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland initiated the process, revealing he personally authorized the warrant. 

On this episode of "The Eagle," Times Union Editor Casey Seiler explains what exactly happened this week and what it means.

Also on this episode, we'll talk to Ben Williams of the Connect Center for Youth in Cohoes about his work and inspiration, and we'll discuss the latest developments in a 62-year-old cold case from Colonie.

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Amtrak resumed service west of Albany this week after debris from the crumbling Central Warehouse fell perilously close to the tracks. Service had been suspended for three days and caused no shortage of logistical challenges for Amtrak workers, passengers, and city and county officials.

On this episode of "The Eagle," former Times Union business editor Eric Anderson talks about the impact of the track closure, and ongoing issues with rail infrastructure in the region.

Also on this episode, we'll talk to hiking enthusiast Stash Rusin about his side hobby—tracking down plane crashes in the Catskills.

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