Hudson Mohawk Magazine

Hudson Mohawk Magazine

Hudson Mohawk Magazine is a local volunteer-produced news hour that provides sanctuary for the discussion of a wide range of topics, scaling from the global to the hyper-local. The show is broadcasted from The Sanctuary for Independent Media on WOOC 105.3 FM. Thanks to listeners like you, the Sanctuary is able to use art and participatory action to promote social and environmental justice and freedom of creative expression.

Episodes

July 3, 2025 11 mins
On July 1, many Saratogans turned up to oppose a so-called "camping ban" ordinance that would criminalize a wide range of actions and situations of homelessness. The proposal was put forth by Councilmember Coll on the eve of the Saratoga racetrack opening for the season, and residents were alarmed that he broadcast photographs taken of sleeping people without consent. There was one arrest, and people spoke for over four hours, on t...
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On Sunday, May 4, 2025, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry attended Historic Cherry Hill's Albany History Fair. The theme of the history fair was "The World of James Knapp: Black Life in Glided Age Albany." In this fifth Labor segment, Willie recorded the presentation given at the history fair by the Co-Founders of the Underground Railroad Education Center in Albany, Paul and Mary Liz Steward, on Black ...
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Stoker is a rock band from Albany NY heavily influenced by progressive rock, metal, and math rock. Benno Greene talked with Kieran Robbins, one of the guitarists and vocalists of the band, about their upcoming performance on July 11th and their new sound.
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July 2, 2025 58 mins
Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, we hear about the efforts to keep ICE out of Albany. Then, we get a first hand report about the recent peace protests at the NATO summit. Later on, Rosemary Armao reviews the threats by President Trump to cut off funding for public broadcasting. After that, Benno Greene talks with Kieran of the band Stoker about their upcoming performance at No Fun. Finally, Andrea Cunliffe reports ...
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Grafton Lakes State Park has a great balance of trails and lakes, having the largest beach in the Capital Regions. The summer swimming season began on Memorial Day, with the Sand Castle competition taking place on the 4th of July. Andrea Cunliffe from Hudson Mohawk Magazine meets up with Grafton Lake State Park Manager Melissa Miller to talk about the bounty of activities and opportunities to get us all back to nature. Grafton L...
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With President Trump massive tax cut and budget bill having moved back from the Senate to the House for a final vote, feeding programs are facing even larger cuts. The proposals include shifting some of the costs on to states, which will give them more incentives to deny food benefits to applicants. The Republicans are lso seeking to increase the existing requirements related to work and education for SNAP participants, formerly kn...
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The Trump administration is determined to make good on a threat Republicans have made for 30 years — to cut or eliminated funding for public broadcast. In this week’s On the Brink Rosemary Armao talks with Mitch Teich, the station manager of North Country Public Radio based in Canton about what the loss of federal tax dollars might mean in the rural and remote area North Country serves.
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July 2, 2025 9 mins
On July 2nd, the Capital Region Sanctuary Committee held a rally saying ICE OUT of Albany in order to protect immigrants and reinforce Albany's status as a sanctuary community. Carrie Kuehl of the Capital District Board Watch talked to Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
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Paper Moon sells books, magazines, local art, and also hosts events. Owner Joshua Gruft spoke about the store's recent move and how the 6 Brunswick Rd, Troy location offers new possibilities with Vinny DamaPoleto and Caelan McPherson.
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July 2, 2025 10 mins
On June 24-25, the 32 members of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), their partner countries, and the European Union met in Hague, Netherlands, on 24–25 June 2025. Joe Lombardo of Bethlehem Neighbors for Peace and United National Anti-war Coalition (UNAC) and Pippa Bartolotti of Global Women United for peace Against NATO, (GWUAN) talk to Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine about their participation in the peace protes...
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July 2, 2025 8 mins
This week Comedy Power couple Kay Goutos and Padrick Smith are in studio promoting Hilarity and Hops a multi venue Open Mic comedy competition in Glens Falls. They talk with Host Juan Pantaleon about what to expect from the Competition and how you can get involved.
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Due to the frequent ICE raids in Albany, Capital Region Sanctuary Coalition has organized the "ICE Out of Albany" rally, taking place on Wednesday, July 2 at Frisbie Ave at 5:30pm. Kelley of CRSC talk with Vinny DamaPolito and Caelan McPherson.
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July 1, 2025 59 mins
Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, we speak with a representative of the Capital Region Sanctuary Coalition about the Wednesday ICE Out of Albany protest. Then, Sina Basila Hickey speaks with a veterans group about the toll of fireworks on veterans with PTSD. Later on, Marsha Lazarus speaks with Sheilah Sable, owner of Call Sheilah, and discusses the move management service that she started, why she started it and wha...
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Troy Central Little League baseball coach Uncle Mac is back at Hudson Mohawk Magazine to talk to Jacob Boston about building community, mentorship, and how his motivation has shifted throughout his tenure with Troy Central ahead of the teams upcoming tournament starting Monday, June 30th.
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Thom Francis introduces us to poet, editor, and educator Rebecca Schumejda. In their conversation they discuss writing about the people she met at the pool hall she once owned, her online zine “Trailer Park Quarterly,” and keeping poetry accessible. The latest edition of “Trailer Park Quarterly” will be available online at https://trailerparkquarterly.com later this month. —— Rebecca Schumejda has worked hard over her time as ...
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June 30, 2025 58 mins
Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea speaks with Joe Ritchie, chair of Lights Out Norlite to give update on the status of lawsuits against Norlite by the state and public citizens due to the health and environmental impacts of the waste incineration facility. Then, Andrea Cunliffe brings us coverage from the June 16th townhall at Hudson Valley Community College. We hear Congressman Paul D. Tonko and other at...
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The recent events and the ongoing challenges facing our federal government are producing urgent questions and uncertainties. In response Rep. Paul Tonko invited the public to a Town Hall on Monday, June 16th at Hudson Valley Community College. The goal of this Town Hall goal was his offer to hear the public’s  concerns and thoughts on how to move forward and to ensure these voices resonate loudly in Washington. Hudson Mo...
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June 30, 2025 9 mins
While Norlite in Cohoes has shut down, at least temporarily, the hazardous waste incineration part of its operation, the blowing dust from Norlite's massive uncovered piles from its shale mining continue to be a public health and environmental problem. The various lawsuits filed against Norlite by the state and by private citizens move forward slowly. Joe Ritchie, chair of Lights of Norlite, gives an update to Mark Dunlea for Hudso...
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June 30, 2025 9 mins
Everybody Move Series: Migration Stories from our Community. This weekly series profiles the migration stories of members of our community, whether the migration be their own stories of that of their parents or grandparents, and reminds us that migration touches us all–and teaches us much–because it is a part of the human experience. This week- Rosanna. Interested in sharing your story? You can reach us at Joanna.dreby@gmail.com ...
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June 27, 2025 58 mins
Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea brings us coverage from a rally outside NYS Comptroller DiNapoli’s office in support of an end to investing NY retirement funds in Israeli bonds. Then, Lovonia Mallory brings us a reclaiming history story in which she interviews Ms. Diana Douglas of City Hair Care. Later on, Lennox Appudo talks to Khalid Sidahmed, a Sudanese anti-war campaigner, about how to critically eva...
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