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Journalist & Host focused on New York state politics for @nynow_pbs @wmhtpubmedia | connect with me, tips are welcomed.
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Full Episode: America's 250th Anniversary

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By Shantel Destra Verified
| New York NOW (Podcast)
Full Episodes The year 2026 marks the 250th Anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence! We look at New York's place in the history of the American Revolution and how the state is upholding the groundbreaking legacy of the war. We sit down with Daniel Mackay, deputy commissioner of historic preservation, with the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, to learn more about how New York is preserving historic sites from the war across the state.
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Full Episode: NYS Primary Results

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By Shantel Destra Verified
| New York NOW (Podcast)
Full Episodes New York Democratic Insurgents, backed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, had historic wins on primary night. We dive into the results from the competitive congressional primary races with Jon Campbell, of WNYC & Gothamist, and Jason Beeferman of POLITICO. State lawmakers are trying to get increased support for pet owners across the state. We dive into the several bills passed this session to provide a tax credit, help to systemize insurance policies, and legalize bodega cats.
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Full Episode: NY's Climate Law Update

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By Shantel Destra Verified
| New York NOW (Podcast)
Full Episodes This year's state budget established controversial changes to the state's approach to climate. We spoke with the Assembly's Environmental Conservation Committee Chair Deborah Glick (D - 66th A.D., Lower Manhattan) about the changes to the climate law as well as her identity as the first open member of the LGBTQ+ community to serve in the legislature as she prepares to retire.
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