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  • Episode 11: NYC Budget Games, Pension Freezes, Contract Fights, and Blue-Collar Workers Paying the Price

    Episode 11: NYC Budget Games, Pension Freezes, Contract Fights, and Blue-Collar Workers Paying the Price
    2026/05/21
    On this episode, Norm breaks down New York City’s budget, warning that so-called balanced budgets are often built on the backs of blue-collar and municipal workers. He sounds off on PEGs, agency cuts, pattern bargaining, contract negotiations, Tier 6 pensions, correction officer staffing, Medicaid, pension freezes, and the long-term costs that could hit police, fire, sanitation, correction, teachers, and working families. Norm argues that workers cannot afford to give up benefits, accept weak contracts, or stay silent while their futures are put on the line.
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    11 分
  • Episode 10: Blue-Collar Workers, Pension Threats, Subway CHAOS, and New York’s Breaking Point

    Episode 10: Blue-Collar Workers, Pension Threats, Subway CHAOS, and New York’s Breaking Point
    2026/05/15
    On this episode, Norman follows up on his conversation with Bruce Blakeman and digs deeper into what he says is at stake for New York’s blue-collar and municipal workers. He sounds off on pension tiers, contract negotiations, pattern bargaining, sick time, congestion pricing, subway violence, public safety, sales taxes, housing, and the failures of Albany leadership. Norm argues that police, fire, sanitation, correction, teachers, and working families cannot keep being used as the meal on the table, and says New Yorkers need to stand up, speak out, and fight to level the playing field.
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    12 分
  • Episode 9: Bruce Blakeman On Kathy Hochul, Taxes, Crime, Utility Costs, and New York’s Future

    Episode 9: Bruce Blakeman On Kathy Hochul, Taxes, Crime, Utility Costs, and New York’s Future
    2026/05/05
    On this episode, Norman sits down with Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman for a wide-ranging conversation on the future of New York State. Blakeman discusses rising taxes, utility costs, public safety concerns, and policy failures he says are driving residents and businesses out of the state. He also lays out his approach to lowering costs, strengthening law enforcement, supporting working families, and restoring confidence in New York’s future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    24 分
  • Episode 8: NYC Crime, Albany Failures, and Elected Officials Dodging Accountability

    Episode 8: NYC Crime, Albany Failures, and Elected Officials Dodging Accountability
    2026/04/29
    On this episode, Norm calls out New York City and New York State elected officials for failing to address the issues hurting everyday New Yorkers. From crime in the streets and dirty neighborhoods to liquor stores on every corner, Albany’s lack of term limits, and politicians focusing on everything except their own city, Norm says it is time for real accountability. He argues that leaders must stop kicking the can down the road and start protecting children, supporting working families, cleaning up communities, and putting New York first. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    11 分
  • Episode 7: Timothy Brown Case, EXCESSIVE FORCE Claims, and NYPD Accountability with Paul Townsend

    Episode 7: Timothy Brown Case, EXCESSIVE FORCE Claims, and NYPD Accountability with Paul Townsend
    2026/04/21
    On this episode, Norm breaks down a disturbing NYPD arrest caught on video and the serious questions it raises about use of force, supervision, and accountability. Paul Townsend joins the conversation to analyze the Timothy Brown case, where a mistaken identity arrest escalated into what appears to be excessive force. They walk through what went wrong, how situations like this are supposed to be handled, and where both officers and leadership may have failed. The discussion also dives into potential legal consequences, including internal investigations, state-level decisions, and the likelihood of a federal civil rights lawsuit. From qualified immunity to wrongful arrest claims, Paul explains what comes next and how these cases are evaluated in court. A direct and detailed look at policing, accountability, and the legal system in action. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    41 分
  • Episode 6: Rikers Island Conditions, Officer Discipline Cases, and Borough Jail Plan with Sarena Townsend

    Episode 6: Rikers Island Conditions, Officer Discipline Cases, and Borough Jail Plan with Sarena Townsend
    2026/04/15
    On this episode, Norm sits down with Sarena Townsend to break down the current state of New York City’s correction system and the real issues impacting officers on the ground. They dive into Rikers Island conditions, officer discipline cases, and how internal investigations are being handled, along with the challenges many correction officers face when navigating the system. Sarena shares her perspective from both sides, explaining how cases are built, defended, and where the process often falls short. The conversation also touches on the borough jail plan, staffing concerns, and what needs to change to create a system that works for everyone involved. Straightforward and grounded in real experience, this is a clear look at the reality of justice in New York City today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 時間 1 分
  • Episode 5: NYC Is Broken and No One Is Listening with Raul Rivera

    Episode 5: NYC Is Broken and No One Is Listening with Raul Rivera
    2026/04/07
    On this episode, Norman sits down with Raul Rivera to break down the real issues facing New York City. From his frontline advocacy for Taxi and Limousine Commission drivers to his concerns about city leadership, Rivera speaks openly about policies, accountability, and the struggles impacting everyday New Yorkers. This unfiltered conversation dives into driver rights, political decisions, and the broader direction of the city. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    58 分
  • Episode 4: Rising Costs, Failing Leadership, and Policing Breakdown with Corey Pegues

    Episode 4: Rising Costs, Failing Leadership, and Policing Breakdown with Corey Pegues
    2026/03/31
    On this episode, Norman sounds the alarm on a city spiraling out of control. From skyrocketing living costs to failed leadership and broken promises, New Yorkers are feeling the pressure like never before. Norman is joined by former NYPD commanding officer Corey Pegues to break down what’s really happening on the streets. They dive into the growing disconnect between communities and police, the dangers facing officers today, and the policies driving crime, instability, and frustration across the city. Plus, a hard look at leadership in New York, the future of policing, public safety concerns, and why everyday citizens must start demanding accountability. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    40 分