Dispatches from Planet Albany

The shape of things to come in the Assembly

Retirements and progressive wins in the Democratic primaries are poised to shakeup the Assembly in 2027. To assess the impact of the incoming members and consider who might fill major leadership posts in the chamber, we check in with Miguelina Camilo, the former counsel for Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie. As part of the conversation, host David Lombardo gets feedback on his list of contenders to fill top committee vacancies and the open majority leader job. And if you enjoy Dispatches from Planet Albany [https://capitolpressroom.org/dispatches-from-planet-albany/], please leave a rating and consider becoming a recurring contributor [https://donate.wcny.org/wcny/capitolpressroom] to support the podcast (because we could really use the money). Subscribe to our newsletter / https://www.publicmediasubscriptions.org/WCNY/subscription/pressroom [https://www.publicmediasubscriptions.org/WCNY/subscription/pressroom] Follow the show on Twitter / https://twitter.com/CapPressRoom [https://twitter.com/CapPressRoom] Follow the show on Instagram / https://www.instagram.com/capitolpressroom/ [https://www.instagram.com/capitolpressroom/] Follow the show on Facebook / https://www.facebook.com/thecapitolpressroom [https://www.facebook.com/thecapitolpressroom]

The secret of her success

Assemblymember Amy Paulin is one of the most active lawmakers at the Capitol and 2026 was no exception, with the Westchester County Democrat leading her colleagues in bills approved by both chambers. We checked in with the veteran legislator to understand what separates her from the pack and she shared some of her secrets, including finding the right legislative partners, preparing well in advance, and limiting opposition. Paulin also reveals some legislative regrets from the past session and forecasts her upcoming push for medical marijuana. And if you enjoy Dispatches from Planet Albany [https://capitolpressroom.org/dispatches-from-planet-albany/], please leave a rating and consider becoming a recurring contributor [https://donate.wcny.org/wcny/capitolpressroom] to support the podcast (because we could really use the money). Subscribe to our newsletter / https://www.publicmediasubscriptions.org/WCNY/subscription/pressroom [https://www.publicmediasubscriptions.org/WCNY/subscription/pressroom] Follow the show on Twitter / https://twitter.com/CapPressRoom [https://twitter.com/CapPressRoom] Follow the show on Instagram / https://www.instagram.com/capitolpressroom/ [https://www.instagram.com/capitolpressroom/] Follow the show on Facebook / https://www.facebook.com/thecapitolpressroom [https://www.facebook.com/thecapitolpressroom]

NY Dems chair on primaries, November, and his future

New York Democratic Party Chair Jay Jacobs discusses the primaries in New York City, tapping into the enthusiasm of the state's progressives, and crafting a winning narrative for November. The Long Island Democrat also reflects on his future leadership role and offers career advice for the Erie County Democratic Party chair. And if you enjoy Dispatches from Planet Albany [https://capitolpressroom.org/dispatches-from-planet-albany/], please leave a rating and consider becoming a recurring contributor [https://donate.wcny.org/wcny/capitolpressroom] to support the podcast (because we could really use the money). Subscribe to our newsletter / https://www.publicmediasubscriptions.org/WCNY/subscription/pressroom [https://www.publicmediasubscriptions.org/WCNY/subscription/pressroom] Follow the show on Twitter / https://twitter.com/CapPressRoom [https://twitter.com/CapPressRoom] Follow the show on Instagram / https://www.instagram.com/capitolpressroom/ [https://www.instagram.com/capitolpressroom/] Follow the show on Facebook / https://www.facebook.com/thecapitolpressroom [https://www.facebook.com/thecapitolpressroom]

The DSA's big night in New York City

The story from the Democratic primary results in the Big Apple appears to be the ascendency in the party of the New York City Democratic Socialists of America. We're joined by City & State NY Editor-in-Chief Jeff Coltin to talk about the enthusiasm edge for DSA candidates, the fall of incumbent state lawmakers and what's in store for the Brooklyn Democratic leadership. And if you enjoy Dispatches from Planet Albany [https://capitolpressroom.org/dispatches-from-planet-albany/], please leave a rating and consider becoming a recurring contributor [https://donate.wcny.org/wcny/capitolpressroom] to support the podcast (because we could really use the money). Subscribe to our newsletter / https://www.publicmediasubscriptions.org/WCNY/subscription/pressroom [https://www.publicmediasubscriptions.org/WCNY/subscription/pressroom] Follow the show on Twitter / https://twitter.com/CapPressRoom [https://twitter.com/CapPressRoom] Follow the show on Instagram / https://www.instagram.com/capitolpressroom/ [https://www.instagram.com/capitolpressroom/] Follow the show on Facebook / https://www.facebook.com/thecapitolpressroom [https://www.facebook.com/thecapitolpressroom]

The art of campaign mail

Campaign mail is still a critical tool for candidates, but only if it's done strategically and with the right messaging. To discuss what effective campaign mail looks like in 2026, host David Lombardo checked in with political consultant Trip Yang. He talked about the goals of campaign mail, who to target, the photos that get under the skin of opposing candidates and how he's using artificial intelligence. And if you enjoy Dispatches from Planet Albany [https://capitolpressroom.org/dispatches-from-planet-albany/], please leave a rating and consider becoming a recurring contributor [https://donate.wcny.org/wcny/capitolpressroom] to support the podcast (because we could really use the money). Subscribe to our newsletter / https://www.publicmediasubscriptions.org/WCNY/subscription/pressroom [https://www.publicmediasubscriptions.org/WCNY/subscription/pressroom] Follow the show on Twitter / https://twitter.com/CapPressRoom [https://twitter.com/CapPressRoom] Follow the show on Instagram / https://www.instagram.com/capitolpressroom/ [https://www.instagram.com/capitolpressroom/] Follow the show on Facebook / https://www.facebook.com/thecapitolpressroom [https://www.facebook.com/thecapitolpressroom]