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Episode 44: Ghosts in the Capital and Albany’s Haunted History Oct 23, 2026

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In this episode, Senator Fahy sits down with Maeve McEneny, Director of Community Engagement for Discover Albany, and Jack McEneny, Albany County Historian and former Assemblymember, to discuss our Capital City's turbulent, somewhat spooky history.

Both Maeve and Jack are well-known and avid local historians who help bring the history of our Capital Region to life.

For a full list of Capital Haunts, visit: www.albany.org/all-halloween-festival

Episode 43: NYS Labor Commissioner Roberta Reardon Oct 16, 2026

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In this episode, Senator Fahy sits down with New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) Commissioner Roberta Reardon to discuss the Department’s update to the Unemployment Insurance (UI) system and ongoing state-level efforts to support workers and their families across the Capital Region and New York State.

Those utilizing the unemployment insurance system should visit dol.ny.gov before 5pm on November 2nd to review their account, submit certification, and learn more about the update.

Episode 42: South Broadway becomes SoBro Sep 21, 2026

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In this episode, Senator Fahy sits down with Erica Cubello and Joe Slichko, the co-owners of the beloved Fort Orange General Store in Downtown Albany since 2024, to discuss how Albany’s money can best be put to use, their perspective on Liberty Park and “SoBro,” and some of the everyday challenges facing small business owners in the midst of federal cuts.

Episode 41: 988 Day and our Mental Health Sep 04, 2026

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In this episode, Senator Fahy sits down with James Norton, Community and Government Affairs Manager for the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) New York State, to discuss the persistent stigma surrounding mental health and the upcoming 988 Day on September 8th to raise awareness about suicide prevention and accessing treatment.

Episode 40: Siena Research Institute and the Power of Polling Aug 28, 2026

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Have you ever wondered what goes into one of Siena Research Institute's nationally-renowned, non-partisan polls? I sit down with SRI's Director, Dr. Don Levy, and pollster Steve Greenberg on the newest Chat with Pat to discuss that and their latest Aug. 12th poll that shows what New Yorkers are thinking. We also discuss the introduction of intentionally 'fake polls' in recent elections this year and whether we can expect to see more of that leading up to the midterms and 2028.

Episode 39: Thriving Children, Vibrant Communities with Kate Breslin Aug 11, 2026

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In this episode, Senator Fahy sits down with the Schuyler Center for Analysis and Advocacy President and CEO Kate Breslin to discuss populations facing inequity in New York, how the State Legislature is implementing policies to address those inequities, and how New York is progressing on the Child Poverty Reduction Act, the law that commits the state to reducing childhood poverty by 50% by 2031.

Episode 38: New York's Parks & Trails Jul 24, 2026

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In this episode, Senator Fahy sits down with Paul Steely White to talk about Parks & Trails New York. They discuss championing parks and greenways in New York State and viewing them as essential public infrastructure rather than recreational amenities.

Episode 37: The State of Higher Education Jul 17, 2026

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In this episode, Senator Fahy sits down with UAlbany President Havidan Rodriguez to discuss the state of higher education, how New York is making it more affordable for working families and students, and where higher education is headed in the state.

Episode 36: A History that still Unites Us Jul 02, 2026

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As we approach our nation's 250th Anniversary on Saturday, Senator Fahy sits down with Heidi Hill, Historic Site Director for both Crailo State Historic Site and Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site, to discuss the Capital Region's role in the Revolution and why this history still unites us. There are a lot of interesting tidbits in this one for local history aficionados and anyone looking to learn more about our history!

Episode 35: The Right to Repair Jun 26, 2026

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Senator Fahy sits down with the Executive Director of the Repair Coalition, Gay Gordon-Byrne, a national organization that advocates for laws and policies allowing consumers and independent businesses to legally and affordably fix their own electronic devices, appliances, and more, to discuss the growing Right to Repair movement.

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