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  • New York Unfiltered: Bruce Blakeman + Cutting the Red Tape

    New York Unfiltered: Bruce Blakeman + Cutting the Red Tape
    2026/02/07
    Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman joins the show to discuss the state of the GOP in New York. Plus, a deep dive into "The Housing Bottleneck." Open New York and the RPA join the conversation to discuss why streamlining environmental reviews for projects up to 500 units is a game-changer for the five boroughs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    21 分
  • Can NYC Afford "Fast and Free" Buses?

    Can NYC Afford "Fast and Free" Buses?
    2026/01/31
    The new administration is officially one month in, and the vision for New York City’s transit and budget is coming into sharp focus—but can the city actually foot the bill? This week on Politics Unusual, Morgan McKay sits down with the new DOT Commissioner to discuss the future of your commute and talks to the Citizens Budget Commission about a looming multibillion-dollar deficit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    21 分
  • Politics Unusual: Stadiums, Subpoenas, and the Fight for Queens

    Politics Unusual: Stadiums, Subpoenas, and the Fight for Queens
    2026/01/24
    From a new Major League Soccer stadium to the battle over ICE, we’re covering the power moves shaping the city. Queens Borough President Donovan Richards on decriminalizing prostitution, building casinos, and why he wants to "abolish ICE" in its current form. Council Member Shekar Krishnan on his crusade to protect Uber/Lyft drivers and his plan to investigate no-bid contracts as the new Oversight Chair. Jersey’s New Era: Highlights from Governor Mikie Sherrill’s historic inauguration. Big stakes. Bold takes. This is Politics Unusual. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    21 分
  • Trailer

    Trailer
    2026/01/20
    Think of Politics Unusual as your weekly debrief on the circus that is local and national politics. Host Morgan McKay skips the "politician-speak" to get the real story from the people making the rules. Whether you’re a policy nerd or just wondering why your taxes are doing that again, join us for a deep dive into the strange, the messy, and the definitely-not-usual world of politics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 分