Episodes

  • Rodrigo Camarena - Candidate for District 38 City Council EP # 37

    Rodrigo Camarena - Candidate for District 38 City Council EP # 37
    Sep 29 2020
    On this episode we are joined by Rodrigo Camarena. Rodrigo is a long time Sunset Park activist who is running for City Council. We spoke about why he is running and the issues he wants to take on should he become our next Council Member. If you would like to get involved with Rodrigo's campaign make sure to visit his website: https://rodrigo4nyc.com


    This episode is sponsored by Barbon Life. They make cruelty free, paraben free , all natural men's grooming products. Enjoy 10% off your purchase at www.barbonlife.com when you use the promo code: SUNSETPARK
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    37 mins
  • Whitney Hu - Candidate for District 38 City Council EP # 36

    Whitney Hu - Candidate for District 38 City Council EP # 36
    Sep 18 2020
    Joining us today is Whitney Hu candidate for Brooklyn's City Council District 38.
    Whitney talk about why she is running to represent our district.

    This episode is sponsored by Barbon Life. They make cruelty free, paraben free men's grooming products. Enjoy 10% off your purchase at www.barbonlife.com when you use the promo code: SUNSETPARK

    Please send us your comments and suggestions: sunsetparkpodcast@gmail.com
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    36 mins
  • Delaying the Opening of Schools EP # 35

    Delaying the Opening of Schools EP # 35
    Sep 6 2020
    On this episode we are joined by parents and teachers of District 15 and District 20. We will discuss why they support delaying the opening of schools.

    This episode is sponsored by Barbón Life. They make cruelty free, paraben free men's grooming products. Enjoy 10% off your purchase at www.barbonlife.com when you use the promo code: SUNSETPARK

    Please send us your comments and suggestions: sunsetparkpodcast@gmail.com
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    50 mins
  • Debriefing The 51st Assembly District Debate & Local Politics EP # 34

    Debriefing The 51st Assembly District Debate & Local Politics EP # 34
    Jun 24 2020
    Episode #34

    Rob Aguilar is joined by Jorge Muñiz, Jeremy Kaplan, John Santore and Shanna Castillo to discuss the making of the Assembly debate that took place Saturday, June 20th.
    They also break down the intricacies of local politics.

    Please send us your comments, suggestions: sunsetparkpodcast@gmail.com
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    1 hr and 27 mins
  • Democratic Debate for Brooklyn's 51st Assembly District

    Democratic Debate for Brooklyn's 51st Assembly District
    Jun 21 2020
    Episode #33

    Democratic Debate for Brooklyn's 51st Assembly District.

    Candidates:
    Genesis Aquino
    Marcela Mitaynes
    Felix W. Ortiz
    Katherine Walsh


    Moderators:
    Rob Aguilar
    Shanna Castillo

    The Debate Committee:
    Antoinette Martinez
    Arelis Hernandez
    Carmen Maria Rey
    Cynthia Felix
    Jeremy Kaplan
    Jorge Muñiz
    John V. Sontore
    Rebecca Harshbarger
    Rob Aguilar
    Rodrigo Camarena
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    2 hrs and 7 mins
  • Marcela Mitaynes - Candidate for NYS Assembly - 51st District

    Marcela Mitaynes - Candidate for NYS Assembly - 51st District
    Dec 9 2019
    Episode #32

    Marcela Mitaynes is our guest on today's episode.
    Marcela has worked to help tenants in Sunset Park and Red Hook know their rights and fight to stay in their homes. She is running for Assembly in the 51st District. We spoke with Marcela about her work in the community and why she is running. If you would like to know more about Marcela's campaign please visit her website: https://www.marcelaforny.org/

    If you have any comments or suggestions please send us an email: sunsetparkpodcast@gmail.com
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    30 mins
  • Katherine Walsh - Candidate for NYS Assembly - 51st District

    Katherine Walsh - Candidate for NYS Assembly - 51st District
    Nov 30 2019
    Episode # 31

    Katherine Walsh is our guest on today's episode. Katherine is a third generation Sunset Parker who is challenging Felix Ortiz. We spoke about her work in the community and the issues she would like to work on should she be elected. If you would like to know more about Katherine please visit: https://www.katherineforassembly.com/

    This episode is brought to us courtesy of Sunset Park Hemp www.sunsetparkhemp.com
    Please make sure to check them out.

    If you have a story you would like for us to cover please send us an email to: sunsetparkpodcast@gmail.com
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    25 mins
  • The Rezoning of Industry City EP # 30

    The Rezoning of Industry City EP # 30
    Nov 21 2019
    Episode # 30

    Rodrigo Camarena, Antoinette Martinez and Genesis Aquino of Protect Sunset Park are our guests on today's episode. They spoke about why they are against the rezoning of Industry City, they have a clear and precise message for Council Member Carlos Menchaca and the Community Board 7 Chairman. You can find out about their work at www.protectsunsetpark.org

    If you have any comments or suggestions or have a topic you would like for us to cover, send us an email sunsetparkpodcast@gmail.com

    We are currently looking for field journalists to cover events throughout Sunset Park. If you are interested send us an email sunsetparkpodcast@gmail.com
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    55 mins