Power & Politics

October 23rd, 2026: Commuter Tax drama, Vivek's campaign ad, Childcare rollout with Guests: Albany Police Chief Brendan Cox and Anti-Violence Coordinator Shaquana Kakumba

Power & Politics

Show Notes

This week's Holloway's Headlines from producer Olivia Holloway include: City of Albany Common Council's passage of a Commuter Tax, Vivek Ramaswamy's attack ad against Amy Acton, Governor Hochul's recent childcare initiatives and opponent Bruce Blakeman's reaction

Tom Eschen sits down with Albany Police Chief Brendan Cox and Anti-Violence Coordinator Shaquana Kakumba discussing juvenile crime statistics, resources and outreach programs.

Power & Pop Culture discusses the Victoria Secret Fashion Show and Tom's Marathon

00:00 Holloway's Headlines: Albany’s commuter tax debate09:38 Holloway's Headlines: Ohio campaign ad controversy12:46 Holloway's Headlines: New York childcare proposals14:26 Holloway's Headlines: Congressional debate breakdown18:08 Interview: Albany youth crime and arrest trends26:53 Interview: Family support, truancy, and youth programs34:53 Interview: Social media and youth violence40:14 Interview: Prevention, police staffing, and measuring progress47:26 Power & Pop Culture: Victoria’s Secret fashion show51:58 Power & Pop Culture: Marathon running and training Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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