It's a Good Day to Talk about movies. We interview independent filmmakers and talk about movies we love. Hosted by Gardner, Duncan, and Taran.
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If you have a few minutes, please complete this survey so The Saturday Quiz can return for another season with the guests and content that you like best: http://bit.ly/thesaturdayquiz-survey Each week on this show, the host John Leary is joined by a different pair of celebrity guests. He asks them the 10 questions from the quiz in The Saturday Paper and they do their best to answer them correctly. It ain't rocket science - but the questions very well might be! Follow John on Bluesky: @johnny ...
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Hudson Mohawk Magazine is a local volunteer-produced news hour that provides sanctuary for the discussion of a wide range of topics, scaling from the global to the hyper-local. The show is broadcasted from The Sanctuary for Independent Media on WOOC 105.3 FM. Thanks to listeners like you, the Sanctuary is able to use art and participatory action to promote social and environmental justice and freedom of creative expression.
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Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine,First, Mark Dunlea continues his coverage on the ICE Out of Troy event that took place on September 5thThen, Willie Terry brings us excerpts from Rashida Tlaib’s speech at the "People's Conference for Palestine" held in Detroit.Later on, you’ll hear more from Hudson Mohawk Magazine’s trip to the Troy Farmers Mar…
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New Mural at NATURE Lab Painted by WJL Youth and Jade Warrick
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8:32The finally finished NATURE Lab mural will be unveiled at StoryHarvest, this Saturday 9/13/25. The images are inspired by the surrounding nature, plants, and animals. The mural is designed in a circle to represent a communal space. Artist Jade Warrick mentored Water Justice Lab youth fellows, including Polly Napelenok who interiewed Jade for Hudson…
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Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine,First, we begin with some excerpts from the Troy September 11 memorial.Then, for our Labor Bucket, Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry interviews Greg Giorgi, Industrial Workers of the World (IWW) Upstate NY Delegate and Organizer, and the Labor Day picnic.Later on, Mark Dunlea previews the Ukrainian Festiv…
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It's been twenty-four years since September 11, 2001, after which twenty Troy firefighters traveled to New York City to help with the clean up in lower Manhattan. At the Troy memorial, Retired Troy Firefighter Eric Wisher was the event host with various speakers including Troy Mayor Carmella Mantello and Fire Assistant Chief James Hughes, from whom…
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StoryHarvest: Altar to the Past, Altar to the Future, is taking place on Saturday, September 13, from 2-5pm. This event will have so many fun activities for people of all ages including participatory altar making, portrait sessions, a community food table, acupuncture, apple pressing, tai chi, and more! Benno Greene and Mark Dunlea spoke with Sina …
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Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine,First,Mark Dunlea reports on why climate groups carried signs outside the 50th anniversary event of the NYS Energy and Research Development AuthorityThen, for Marks’ Peace Bucket, we hear about a forum on Sunday Sept. 14 on US China PolicyLater on, Rosemary Armao explores the issue of artificial intelligenceAfte…
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The Albany Common Council had their regular twice monthly meeting on September 4. They tackled accessory dwelling units and a teen curfew. Moses Nagel reports.By Hudson Mohawk Magazine
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Armao and Artificial Intelligence Episode 1
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10:06Rosemary Armao's podcast has been renamed Beyond the Brink. RPI's computing guru Jim Hendler says it's not artificial intelligence we have to worry about -- it's the people using AI that you have to watch out for. And those people. include tech bros after profits and a president out to win political points. Jim Hendler holds the impressive titles o…
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Climate Groups Urge Stronger Climate Action by NYSERDA
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11:07On Monday. September 8, the NYS Energy and Research Development Authority held a reception on Wolf Road in Albany to observe its 50th anniversary. A number of climate groups held signs outside of the event to highlight some key reforms they hope that NYSERDA will adopt to curtail greenhouse gas emissions and speed up the transition to clean, renewa…
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First, Mark Dunlea continues his coverage of the ICE Out of Troy new conference that was held in front of city hall. Then, Moses Nagel spoke with Taina Asili as she begins what she calls the Fever Pitch Pilgrimage, walking from Albany to New York City to raise funds and awareness for climate justice.Next, Eric Morser sat down with Lynne Mattison an…
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On Saturday September 13, 518Ukrainians.com are sponsoring a Ukrainian Festival at the Polish Community Center. The festival with arts, music, and culture will be from 12 to 6, with dancing to live music from 6 to 10 PM. Dr. Anna Allen talks to Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.By Hudson Mohawk Magazine
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US Policy on China with Joseph Gerson Sept 14
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9:57Since the Obama Administration announced its Pivot to Asia policy in 2011, U.S.-China relations have been in a downward spiral. Dr. Joseph Gerson, President of the Campaign for Peace, Disarmament and Common Security, will speak on US Policy on China to the Capital District Humanist Society on Sunday September 14 at 1 PM at Pinnacle Living, 45 Forts…
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Talking With Poets: Don Maurer at Poetic License at The Fish Market
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9:55Thom Francis introduces us to poet Don Maurer who shared his work at the Poetic License Poetry Reading & Open Mic at the Fish Market in Troy on November 13, 2023. That night Don read his poem “Unnatural Acts,” that inspired a painting by Phil Palmieri in the exhibit. He also read “Nauset Beach, Cape Cod, 1840” and “Long Johns on the Line,” a poem o…
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On one summer Saturday of 2025, the Albany Nerf Group gathered in Troy's Prospect Park and introduced the game to Hudson Mohawk Magazine's Andrea Cunliffe. Here she brings you this first hand on-site experience with Nerf Culture. Stephen and Brad and other members of the Albany Nerf Group explain the engineering skills of creating the tools and the…
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Local musician and activist Taina Asili begins what she calls a pilgrimage on September 13. She is walking from Albany to New York City to raise funds and awareness for climate justice and her exciting new show: Fever Pitch. Moses Nagel spoke with her as she prepares for the Fever Pitch Pilgrimage.By Hudson Mohawk Magazine
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ACIC - Capital Regions Funniest Comic Contest Night 1 Lineup
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10:13ACIC - Capital Regions Funniest Comic Contest Night 1 Lineup by Hudson Mohawk MagazineBy Hudson Mohawk Magazine
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This Week Comedian / Skater / Artist Twon Wood is in Studio to promote Hill Bomber 4. The 4th installment of his art collective in comic book form inspired by his adventures in skateboarding. He sits down with Host Juan Pantaleon to discuss details about the comic and the Hill Bomber 4 Release Party Friday September 12th at Paper Moon in Troy…
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Voices from Labor Day Rally and Picnic 2025 (Greg Giorgi) Part 4
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10:42On Monday, September 1, 2025, the labor community came together for the Capital District Area Labor Federation's 'Labor Day 2025 Celebration - Rally and Picnic' at Lanthier's Grove Corporation on 4 Dunsbach Ferry Road in Latham. Our labor correspondent, Willie Terry, was there, engaging with union members to hear their thoughts on the labor issues …
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Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine:First, Mark Dunlea reports on the criticism of Cong. Josh Riley and Comptroller Tom DiNapoli’s support for the genocide in Gaza.Then, Willie Terry talks to David Banks, organizer and activist with the Troy Area Labor Council and United University Professions.Later on, retired National Weather Service Meteorologi…
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Devesh and Veena Chandra on Indian Classical Music
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10:29Veena and Devesh Chandra are a mother son duo who play the sitar and the tabla respectively. They perform all over the capital region and teach Indian classical music at various colleges. Benno Greene spoke with them about the unique aspects of Indian classical music and what it means to them. On Tuesday September 9th they will be playing at Song C…
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People's Conference for Palestine (Rashida Tlaib)
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13:21Due to the ongoing genocide in Gaza, a coalition of groups held the second "People's Conference for Palestine" in Detroit, Michigan, from August 29 to 31, 2025. In this labor segment, Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry recorded excerpts from comments on Sunday, August 31, given by Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib at the conference.…
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Everybody Move Series: Migration Stories from our Community.This weekly series profiles the migration stories of members of our community, whether the migration be their own stories of that of their parents or grandparents, and reminds us that migration touches us all–and teaches us much–because it is a part of the human experience. This week Susan…
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Palestinian Rights Groups Protest Cong. Riley Comptroller DiNapoli
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16:19Under the theme of Block the Bombs, Break the Bonds, Palestinian Rights groups on Friday September 5, attended the Columbia County Democratic Party picnic to confront Cong. Josh Riley and Comptroller Tom DiNapoli over their support for the genocide in Gaza. They interrupted Riley when he was speaking, prompting DiNapoli to decide not to speak after…
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Voices from Labor Day Rally and Picnic 2025 (David A. Banks) Part 3
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9:49On Monday, September 1, 2025, the labor community came together for the Capital District Area Labor Federation's 'Labor Day 2025 Celebration - Rally and Picnic' at Lanthier's Grove Corporation on 4 Dunsbach Ferry Road in Latham. Our labor correspondent, Willie Terry, was there, engaging with union members to hear their thoughts on the labor issues …
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Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea brings us coverage from a press conference where over a dozen community groups came together to stand against Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s presence in Troy and surrounding areas.Then, Willie Terry talks about labor issues at a Labor Day Rally and Picnic' held at Lanthier's Grove in L…
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All the Sequins with Neridah Waters and Lucas Stibbard
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38:36Seven years ago Neridah Waters created the amateur dance revolution known as Common People Dance Eisteddfod - which is happening this opening weekend of the Brisbane Festival - but how much does she and her partner Lucas Stibbard know about Australia's geography, airport busyness and Ancient Greek architecture? Quite a bit, it turns out. Go see the…
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Community Groups Call to Get ICE Out of Troy
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33:51On Friday, September 5, more than a dozen community groups led by the Justice Center of Rensselaer County held a news conference in front of Troy City Hall to call on local and state officials to keep ICE out of Troy and other communities. They also called on the state legislature to come back in a special session to pass the New York For All Act t…
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Michael Eck On inspiration And Songwriting
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10:09Michael Eck is a veteran songwriter, musician as well as a multi-instrumentalist, painter, and music critic. Benno Greene spoke with him about his musical beginnings, his artistic pursuits, his songwriting, and his upcoming performance at Song City Troy on September 9th.By Hudson Mohawk Magazine
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Voices from Labor Day Rally and Picnic 2025 (Joe Paparone) Part 2
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10:38On Monday, September 1, 2025, the labor community came together for the 'Labor Day 2025 Celebration - Rally and Picnic' at Lanthier's Grove Corporation on 4 Dunsbach Ferry Road in Latham. Our labor correspondent, Willie Terry, was there, engaging with union members to hear their thoughts on the labor issues and concerns that were at the forefront t…
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Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine,First, Mark Dunlea interviews Linda O’Malley about the upcoming ICE OUT OF TROY press conference on Friday, September 5th.Then, Willie Terry speaks with union members at the Labor Day 2025 Celebration about their concerns on labor issues.Later on, Mark Dunlea shares a report at a press conference announcing the …
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Geothermal Project Starts in Sheridan Hollow
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10:10Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan and the Albany Community Land Trust held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, September 4 on Orange Street for geothermal drilling underway at two properties in the Sheridan Hollow neighborhood. These boreholes will enable highly efficient geothermal energy to be used to heat and cool 3 residential units and a commercia…
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On Friday, September 5 at 10 AM at Troy City Hall (433 River St.) the Justice Center of Rensselaer County, Troy Capital Region Sanctuary Coalition @518crsc, the Media Sanctuary, and a host of other organizations are holding a press conference to condemn the actions of ICE against members of the local community and to demand ICE OUT OF TROY! Linda O…
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Voices from Labor Day Rally and Picnic 2025 (Doug Bullock) Part 1
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11:04On Monday, September 1, 2025, the labor community came together for the 'Labor Day 2025 Celebration - Rally and Picnic' at Lanthier's Grove Corporation on 4 Dunsbach Ferry Road in Latham. Our labor correspondent, Willie Terry, was there, engaging with union members to hear their thoughts on the labor issues and concerns that were at the forefront t…
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Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine:First, Mar Dunlea has a report on a climate rally at DEC earlier on Wednesday.Then, we have part 2 of Mark Dunlea's coverage of the annual labor day picnic.Later on, we have a live interview with Rosemary Armao about how the media covers President Trump.Finally, Benno Greene interviews musician Kate McDonnell.…
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Kate McDonnell Talks About Her Guitar Playing And Songwriting
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19:44Kate McDonnell is an award winning folk singer songwriter with poetic lyrics and unique guitar style. Benno Greene spoke with her about her recent releases, inspirations, and upcoming performances at Song City Troy on September 9th and at the Saratoga Songwriter Night series on September 23rd.By Hudson Mohawk Magazine
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Climate Groups Urge Hochul to Not Approve Williams Pipelines
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10:48On Wednesday September 3, more than 3 dozen climate activists held a news conference outside of the State Department of Environmental Conservation in downtown Albany to urge the Hochul administration not to cave to President Trump, who is pushing the Governor to reverse prior decisions rejected several William company pipelines (NISE, Constitution)…
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Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine,First,Mark Dunlea heads to the Capital region Labor day picnic to learn more about Labor unionsThen,we hear from Mary Finneran of the Hudson Mohawk SIerra Club, who will tell us all about the upcoming Rally at the DEC headquarters. Later on, we have a story about childhood trauma and art therapyAfter that, Padri…
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Saratoga Apple Keeps a Direct Relationship with Consumers
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10:05Saratoga Apple has a business model which keeps them in direct relationship with consumers through their farm store and market presence. Their pick-you-own apples orchard brings in new and returning customers and offers a variety of apple. Owner Eric Darrow spoke with Sina Basila Hickey about Saratoga Apple, growing up in this business, and the dif…
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Talking Albany, Traveling, and Growth with James H Duncan (Revisited)
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10:08This week, Thom Francis reintroduces us to poet, writer, and editor James H Duncan. In their conversation, they talk about traveling and living as a writer all around the country and right here in the Capital Region. James read his poem “Albany” at The Linda, WAMC’s Performing Arts Studio on December 17, 2021.—James H Duncan is the editor of Hobo C…
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Sept 3 Emergency Rally at DEC over Trump Pipelines
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9:12On Wednesday September 3, climate groups will rally outside of DEC headquarters in downtown Albany to urge the Hochul administration to comply with the state's climate law (CLCPA) and to refuse to reverse prior decisions by the state rejecting two gas pipeline projects proposed by Williams. As part of her deal with President Trump for him to allow …
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With the demise of Capital District Solidarity Committee after many decades, the annual labor day picnic in the area is now more formerly sponsored by the AFL-CIO – a little less political but more attendees, including far more children. At this year’s event in Latham, we hear from Mike Keenan, former head of the Troy Area Labor Council; professor …
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Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, we bring you a Labor Day special. The following program of oral histories was conducted by undergraduate students in History 263: American Labor History, a course taught by Professor Eric J. Morser at Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, New York, as part of The Saratoga Labor History Digital Archive.Project C…
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Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine,First, Moses Nagel reports on the Black August Block Party hosted by the Albany Chapter of the Party for Socialism and Liberation.Then, Andrea Cunliffe gets us a sneak peek into The Friends of Chamber Music’s 77th season.Later on, join us for a visit to Saratoga Apple.After that, Nancy Klepsch interviews David G…
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Armao on the Brink: Chicago Journalist on Threats to Her City
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10:41Chicago journalist and former Iraqi war correspondent Jackie Spinner spoke with Rosemary Armao for Armao On The Brink about President Trump's threat to federalize her city.By Hudson Mohawk Magazine
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Stressed Syllables with Sheridan Harbridge and Steven Kramer
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47:48Sheridan Harbridge is one of the writers of what, in my opinion, was the best thing I saw on stage last year, the musical My Brilliant Career. Some great news for lovers of Australian musicals is that The Melbourne Theatre Company has recently announced a return season early next year Sheridan is joined on this episode by Steven Kramer who is the w…
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As Black August comes to an end, the Albany Chapter of the Party for Socialism and Liberation is hosting a Black August Block Party on Saturday August 30. Samaiya Ibraheem spoke with Moses Nagel about the event.By Hudson Mohawk Magazine
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Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine,First, Andrea Cunliffe takes us to Prospect Park in Troy for the Community Rising Project cookout. Then, Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry shares excerpts from a rally he attended where the National Action Network called out Wall Street for perpetuating inequality. Later on, we get a dose of disability tr…
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On Thursday, August 28, 2025, the National Action Network (NAN) held a "March on Wall Street" Rally, calling out Wall Street for perpetuating inequality and demanding financial reforms that benefit everyone, regardless of background, to create a different and more equitable society. In this labor segment, Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry re…
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Community Rising Project @ Prospect Park in Troy
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9:32A summer Saturday in Troy's Prospect Park, Community Rising Project brought the community together for a barbecue, games, food pantry, great giveaway cloths, games, information, and art. Hudson Mohawk Magazine's Andrea Cunliffe was there speaking with creators of this event and brings you this on site report. for more information: crpny.org, on lin…
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Community Rising Project Prospect Park Fin by Hudson Mohawk MagazineBy Hudson Mohawk Magazine
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