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New Cuomo Biography, Post-Budget Discussion

Michael Shnayerson of Vanity Fair has written a biography on the governor that casts 'The Contender' in a pretty harsh light. Casey Seiler interviews the author about the new controversial book. Also, a post-budget discussion with Assemblyman Jim Tedisco (R-Glenville) who also discusses his 'Parental Opt-out' bill relating to the Common Core tests.

Budget Passes, Debate Continues

Amid the debate over standardized testing and 'failing' schools, we sit down with Tim Kremer, executive director of the New York State School Boards Association, to talk about what the new budget will mean for students, teachers and administrators. Also, at our Reports Roundtable, we discuss the new fiscal plan including the ethics deal and yacht tax break.

Budget Negotiations

The Roundtable discusses sticking points between the governor and lawmakers, including ethics reform. Mike Gormley of Newsday, Laura Nahmias of Capital New York and Karen DeWitt of New York State Public Radio break down the last week of negotiations. Also, in anticipation of the new controversial biography on Andrew Cuomo, the reporters give their take on 'The Contender.'

Purifying Maple Syrup in the Hudson Valley

Maple syrup may go hand-in-hand with pancakes, but at Madava Farms in Duchess County the people at Crown Maple are hoping to change the way we think about the all-natural sweetener. We also travel to Essex County for a dose of nostalgia. At our Reporters Roundtable, we discuss the week in news including a bilateral ethics agreement.

Carl Heastie: Exclusive Interview

New Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie sits down for an exclusive interview touching on his involvement in budget negotiations, the scrutiny he apparently drew from the now defunct Moreland Commission, and his priorities. We also travel to Lake Placid to take a look at the Olympic Training Center where combat-wounded veterans are taking their talents to the ice and snow.

DeFrancisco on Budget Snags, Education Rallies

Senator John DeFrancisco, the senate finance chair and Syracuse Republican, sits down with us to talk about all of the potential snags that could harm the chances of a fifth straight on-time budget. He also chimes in on Gov. Andrew Cuomo's rocky relationship with the New York State United Teachers. At our Reporters Roundtable we discuss the week in news including the battle over education.

Mayor de Blasio's Visit to Albany

NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio made his annual trip to the capital city to testify at the Joint Legislative Budget Hearing. He struck on a familiar theme when talking about the inequality that exists in his city. Gov. Andrew Cuomo scheduled a cabinet meeting that was open to the press at the same time as de Blasio's appearance. We discuss their up-and-down relationship at our Reporters Roundtable.

Congressman Gibson Talks Future

Congressman Chris Gibson (Hudson Valley/Catskills) joins us to talk about his decision to make his current congressional term his last. Also, is he the GOP's best chance at winning statewide office in 2018? In our Innovation Trail report, we look at the future of I-81 in Syracuse. Lastly, Casey Seiler explains the LLC loophole.

Stewart-Cousins Calls for New Ethics Reforms

Senate Minority Leader, Andrea Stewart-Cousins, joins us to talk about her proposed bills to cap legislators' outside income, end the LLC loophole, bar elected officials from using campaign funds for criminal defense or personal use, and eliminate taxpayer-funded reimbursement of legal fees. Also, at our Reporters Roundtable we discuss Gov. Cuomo's defense of his teacher evaluation plan.

Pipeline Controversy in Upstate

Our Innovation Trail reporter takes a look at two proposed pipelines in upstate that are causing a controversy in in the Leatherstocking and Capital Regions. Also this week, Bronx native Carl Heastie was elected by his colleagues as the next New York State Assembly Speaker. We recap the event and discuss what the governor's plan is to stop the onslaught of arrests involving NY politicians.