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Nov 20, 2023 • 34min

Episode 313: A Novel About Flying Cars Lands Right on Time

Bradley Tusk joins host Harry Siegel to discuss his new novel, Obvious in Hindsight, about a company working to legalize flying cards and — sound familiar? — a mayor of New York City in the crosshairs of the FBI.
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Nov 18, 2023 • 40min

Episode 312: What George Santos Sees in the Mirror

Mark Chiusano, author of The Fabulist, discusses the aftermath of the House ethics report on George Santos. Topics include connecting the dots on questionable finances, the redistricting of Santos' district, his inconsistencies in political stance, and his self-destructive behavior as a politician.
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Nov 14, 2023 • 29min

Episode 311: A Drip Drip Drip That Eric Adams Can’t Abide

A conversation about the mayor, the feds, the “geniuses” doing communications and much more, with co-hosts Katie Honan and Harry Siegel.
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Nov 8, 2023 • 33min

Episode 310: Election Extra with Ben Max

Political analyst and commentator Ben Max discusses the recent low-turnout citywide election in New York, highlighting lack of competition in council races, uncompetitive district attorney races, and notable election results. They also explore potential scandals, the impact of ranked choice voting, and interesting outcomes in different districts.
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Nov 6, 2023 • 33min

Episode 309: The Feds Move In and the Mayor Leans Back

The podcast discusses the FBI raid on Eric Adams' chief fundraiser's house and the implications for the mayor and New York City. They also cover controversies surrounding the mayor's campaign financing and frequent travels. The podcast analyzes the mayor's strategy of seeking support from religious institutions and discusses the Malaysian trial involving 'The Wolf of Wall Street'. The episode concludes with a discussion on Adam's refusal to answer questions and updates on fundraising and support for FAQ NYC.
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Oct 30, 2023 • 29min

Episode 308: The FDNY Keeps Shutting Down Migrant Shelters

Co-hosts Christina Greer, Katie Honan and Harry Siegel discuss kids in tents, city hall’s crude insult comedy, Eric Adams’ strong political hand and much more.
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Oct 23, 2023 • 30min

Episode 307: NYC's New Plan for Migrant Families ‘Is Like Being a Little Bit Pregnant’

Christine Quinn and Bishop Matthew Heyd explain how their new coalition, called NY Sane, aims to pressure the mayor and governor to treat migrants the same way they would any one else seeking shelter here.
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Oct 17, 2023 • 29min

Episode 306: The Mayor Can't Help It

Co-hosts Christina Greer and Harry Siegel discuss Eric Adams' discipline problem, Republican allies, his multi-lingual AI voice avatar and much more.
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Oct 11, 2023 • 24min

Episode 305: A Shrill Trump, Rude Throats and Dread Clamours

The hosts analyze how world events register in NYC politics. Mayor Adams' trip to the border and its implications on local politics. Discussion on surprising trip expenses and complaints about the Barclays Arena. Pros and cons of living near a railroad and comparisons between Barclays arena and the garden. The hosts express gratitude and support for their listeners.
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Oct 8, 2023 • 34min

Episode 304: The Sign Painters’ Image Shaper

Discover the fascinating work of the Savayos brothers and their hand-painted signs, their impact on the local community, the importance of focusing on the work instead of the hype, the process of commissioning artwork from Sally, and the Sabayo brothers' efforts in launching international orders.

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