When we follow our dreams to fight for change and actually end up in office… what do you do next? Learn about the realistic nature of governing with Councilman of the 36th District, Chi Ossé. Ossé talks about how campaign promises ran up against his need to compromise (or not), his outlook on criticisms against progressives and Democrats writ large, and what it takes to do the work to further progress in New York City.

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Polio, monkeypox, COVID, oh my! What are New Yorkers supposed to be when the 24/7 news cycle runs from one health scare to the next? Listen to our exclusive interview with Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, who formerly served as the Chair of the City Council's Health Committee (among other positions!).

Get the latest numbers on how many New Yorkers are getting afflicted with the latest viral fears post-COVID, and just what you can do to make sure you stay healthy. The Manhattan Borough President also talks about where the City is now with COVID, his concerns with changes to lifting school mandates, and what else his office is up to - including fighting for affordable housing and meeting migrants bussed from Texas.

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A half-a-year hiatus won't keep us away forever! It's time to get right back into New York's political scene with THE 25TH HOUR.

Coming back as our first return guest, City & State's City Hall Bureau Chief JEFF COLTIN talks about how Mayor Eric Adams is doing now that more than half a year has gone by into his administration. Does the Mayor of Swagger continue to hold New Yorkers' confidence? Or is his honeymoon stage over? Has the Mayor met his moment or does he have a legacy policy in the works?

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