New York City has officially gone all-in on composting. As of this year, all residential buildings are required to separate food waste—and for the first time, fines are being issued for those who don’t. It’s a sweeping policy change that raises a fundamental question: how do you get millions of fast-moving New Yorkers to actually change their habits?

Catesby Perrin, Chief Business Officer at Mill, joins us to unpack the new rules and what they mean for residents, property owners, and the planet. Mill’s high-tech kitchen bin offers one innovative solution: it turns food scraps into reusable material, without the smell or mess.

We break down why composting matters, how the system works in NYC, and whether tools like Mill can help residents comply with the law—while also making a real dent in climate impact and waste.

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Every few years, New Yorkers have the chance to shape the future of their city through local elections, but most don’t. In the 2023 primary, just 7% of registered voters turned out, leaving major decisions in the hands of a small, highly motivated group.

Sally Goldenberg, Senior New York Editor at Politico, joins us to break down what’s at stake in this June’s Democratic primary. From the power of the mayor’s office to City Council dynamics, we explore why local races matter more than many people realize.

We also dig into the key issues — like housing, public safety, education, and transit — that hang in the balance, and how voters can navigate a crowded field to make informed choices.

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Take the "Meet Your Mayor" Quiz: https://projects.thecity.nyc/meet-your-mayor-2025-election-quiz-candidates/

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Tech is now the fastest-growing industry in New York City, and artificial intelligence is playing a major role in that rise. As AI becomes more embedded in daily life, city and state lawmakers are beginning to draft the rules that will govern how it’s used.

Alex Spyropoulos, Director of Government Relations at Tech:NYC, joins us to unpack the latest AI legislation being discussed in New York. From data privacy and algorithmic bias to transparency and job impacts, we explore how New York is trying to strike a balance between innovation and accountability.

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