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Podcast: Indy Audio
Episode: Nov. 25, 2025: Mamdani Transition Committees, Flushing Says No to Casino & an Ayat Thanksgiving
Description: In our first segment, we speak to City & State Editor Peter Sterne about who Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani selected for his transition team. He explains what role these committees might play in helping him staff his administration, along with setting policy goals.
In our second segment we talk to Sarah Ahn and echo - two Flushing Workers Center organizers. We discuss why they oppose billionaire Mets owner Steve Cohen’s push to open a casino in their working class Queens community.
In our final segment we tune into gratitude and the spirit of giving with Palestinian restaurant owner, Abdul Elenani. We ta...