• John Avlon Complete Interview
    Nov 12 2024

    The complete, unedited conversation with Democratic nominee John Avlon, recorded in Southampton on August 23rd, 2024.

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    2 hrs and 1 min
  • Nick LaLota Complete Interview
    Nov 12 2024

    The complete, unedited conversation with Congressman Nick LaLota, recorded in Southampton on September 13th, 2024.

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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • The Environment: How can congress help Long Island navigate a changing climate?
    Oct 31 2024

    As we face ever more severe weather, Long Island is a frontline region in navigating climate change. Flood insurance, agriculture, and more are all at stake. What can Congress do to help Suffolk County move forward sustainably in this new world?

    Hear 1st District Republican Congressman Nick LaLota and Democratic congressional candidate John Avlon share their views on the issue in their own words, recorded in two separate panel interviews September 2024 at WLIW-FM studios in Southampton NY.

    These recordings have been lightly edited without changing the content of the candidates' statements during the panel interviews. Editing of the candidates has occurred only where a music bed is heard, as well as minor editing of the moderators.

    1st District Matters is part of Your Election 2024, a special collection of programs, series, and resources from The WNET Group to illuminate election issues on-air, online, and on YouTube leading into the November 5th elections.

    A production of Express News Group and WLIW-FM.

    For WLIW-FM:

    Moderator: Michael Mackey

    Executive Producer: Diane Masciale

    Producer: Delaney Hafener

    Production: Kyle Lynch

    Senior Engineer: Brian Bannon

    Legal Services: Marta Castaing

    For The Express News Group:

    Executive Producer and Moderator: Joseph P. Shaw, Executive Editor

    Managing Editor: Bill Sutton

    Deputy Managing Editor: Brendan O'Reilly

    Moderator and Staff Writer: Christopher Walsh

    Production Managers: Kerri Cunningham, Sara Mannino Kent

    Publishers: Gavin Menu, Kathryn G. Menu

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    32 mins
  • Healthcare: Is Long Island’s healthcare system broken?
    Oct 24 2024

    Is the healthcare system on Long Island broken? What can the federal government do to make sure that Suffolk County residents have healthcare infrastructure that will keep them safe and healthy? What does having a "public option" really mean?

    Hear 1st District Republican Congressman Nick LaLota and Democratic congressional candidate John Avlon share their views on the issue in their own words, recorded in two separate panel interviews September 2024 at WLIW-FM studios in Southampton NY.

    These recordings have been lightly edited without changing the content of the candidates' statements during the panel interviews. Editing of the candidates has occurred only where a music bed is heard, as well as minor editing of the moderators.

    1st District Matters is part of Your Election 2024, a special collection of programs, series, and resources from The WNET Group to illuminate election issues on-air, online, and on YouTube leading into the November 5th elections.

    A production of Express News Group and WLIW-FM.

    For WLIW-FM:

    Moderator: Michael Mackey

    Executive Producer: Diane Masciale

    Producer: Delaney Hafener

    Production: Kyle Lynch

    Senior Engineer: Brian Bannon

    Legal Services: Marta Castaing

    For The Express News Group:

    Executive Producer and Moderator: Joseph P. Shaw, Executive Editor

    Managing Editor: Bill Sutton

    Deputy Managing Editor: Brendan O'Reilly

    Moderator and Staff Writer: Christopher Walsh

    Production Managers: Kerri Cunningham, Sara Mannino Kent

    Publishers: Gavin Menu, Kathryn G. Menu

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    31 mins
  • Women's Rights: Where do Nick LaLota and John Avlon stand on reproductive rights?
    Oct 17 2024

    Women's rights are under scrutiny in a way they have not been in a generation. What is the federal government's role in protecting women's rights? Where do most Americans actually stand on the right to abortion?

    Hear 1st District Republican Congressman Nick LaLota and Democratic congressional candidate John Avlon share their views on the issue in their own words, recorded in two separate panel interviews September 2024 at WLIW-FM studios in Southampton NY.

    These recordings have been lightly edited without changing the content of the candidates' statements during the panel interviews. Editing of the candidates has occurred only where a music bed is heard, as well as minor editing of the moderators.

    1st District Matters is part of Your Election 2024, a special collection of programs, series, and resources from The WNET Group to illuminate election issues on-air, online, and on YouTube leading into the November 5th elections.

    A production of Express News Group and WLIW-FM.

    For WLIW-FM:

    Moderator: Michael Mackey

    Executive Producer: Diane Masciale

    Producer: Delaney Hafener

    Production: Kyle Lynch

    Senior Engineer: Brian Bannon

    Legal Services: Marta Castaing

    For The Express News Group:

    Executive Producer and Moderator: Joseph P. Shaw, Executive Editor

    Managing Editor: Bill Sutton

    Deputy Managing Editor: Brendan O'Reilly

    Moderator and Staff Writer: Christopher Walsh

    Production Managers: Kerri Cunningham, Sara Mannino Kent

    Publishers: Gavin Menu, Kathryn G. Menu

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    30 mins
  • Criminal Justice Issues: Keeping Law & Order on Long Island
    Oct 10 2024

    Is the 1st district safer now than it was a year ago? How can the federal government address such a localized issue as criminal justice? How does the 2nd amendment come into play in conversations around public safety?

    Hear 1st District Republican Congressman Nick LaLota and Democratic congressional candidate John Avlon share their views on the issue in their own words, recorded in two separate panel interviews September 2024 at WLIW-FM studios in Southampton NY.

    These recordings have been lightly edited without changing the content of the candidates' statements during the panel interviews. Editing of the candidates has occurred only where a music bed is heard, as well as minor editing of the moderators.

    1st District Matters is part of Your Election 2024, a special collection of programs, series, and resources from The WNET Group to illuminate election issues on-air, online, and on YouTube leading into the November 5th elections.

    A production of Express News Group and WLIW-FM.

    For WLIW-FM:

    Moderator: Michael Mackey

    Executive Producer: Diane Masciale

    Producer: Delaney Hafener

    Production: Kyle Lynch

    Senior Engineer: Brian Bannon

    Legal Services: Marta Castaing

    For The Express News Group:

    Executive Producer and Moderator: Joseph P. Shaw, Executive Editor

    Managing Editor: Bill Sutton

    Deputy Managing Editor: Brendan O'Reilly

    Moderator and Staff Writer: Christopher Walsh

    Production Managers: Kerri Cunningham, Sara Mannino Kent

    Publishers: Gavin Menu, Kathryn G. Menu

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    33 mins
  • The Economy: Long Island's economic future is on the ballot
    Oct 3 2024

    The state of the economy is one of the most pressing issues across the country, but in the 1st congressional district it's especially urgent to address ever-rising costs of living, record-breaking housing costs, and a dwindling middle class. Democratic congressional candidate John Avlon and 1st District Republican Congressman Nick LaLota hold distinct philosophies on solving the economic problems present throughout Eastern Long Island.

    Hear them share their views on the issue in their own words, recorded in two separate panel interviews September 2024 at WLIW-FM studios in Southampton NY.

    These recordings have been lightly edited without changing the content of the candidates' statements during the panel interviews. Editing of the candidates has occurred only where a music bed is heard, as well as minor editing of the moderators.

    1st District Matters is part of Your Election 2024, a special collection of programs, series, and resources from The WNET Group to illuminate election issues on-air, online, and on YouTube leading into the November 5th elections.

    A production of Express News Group and WLIW-FM.

    For WLIW-FM:

    Moderator: Michael Mackey

    Executive Producer: Diane Masciale

    Producer: Delaney Hafener

    Production: Kyle Lynch

    Senior Engineer: Brian Bannon

    Legal Services: Marta Castaing

    For The Express News Group:

    Executive Producer and Moderator: Joseph P. Shaw, Executive Editor

    Managing Editor: Bill Sutton

    Deputy Managing Editor: Brendan O'Reilly

    Moderator and Staff Writer: Christopher Walsh

    Production Managers: Kerri Cunningham, Sara Mannino Kent

    Publishers: Gavin Menu, Kathryn G. Menu

    Copyright 2024

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    36 mins
  • Immigration: How does immigration impact Long Island's vote?
    Sep 26 2024

    Much of the economy of the 1st Congressional District on Long Island depends on immigrant laborers, making immigration a key issue in the race for the congressional seat between 1st District Republican Congressman Nick LaLota and Democratic candidate John Avlon.

    Hear them share their views on the issue in their own words, recorded in two separate panel interviews September 2024 at WLIW-FM studios in Southampton NY.

    These recordings have been lightly edited without changing the content of the candidates' statements during the panel interviews. Editing of the candidates has occurred only where a music bed is heard, as well as minor editing of the moderators.

    1st District Matters is part of Your Election 2024, a special collection of programs, series, and resources from The WNET Group to illuminate election issues on-air, online, and on YouTube leading into the November 5th elections.

    A production of Express News Group and WLIW-FM.

    For WLIW-FM:

    Moderator: Michael Mackey

    Executive Producer: Diane Masciale

    Producer: Delaney Hafener

    Production: Kyle Lynch

    Senior Engineer: Brian Bannon

    Legal Services: Marta Castaing

    For The Express News Group:

    Executive Producer and Moderator: Joseph P. Shaw, Executive Editor

    Managing Editor: Bill Sutton

    Deputy Managing Editor: Brendan O'Reilly

    Moderator and Staff Writer: Christopher Walsh

    Production Managers: Kerri Cunningham, Sara Mannino Kent

    Publishers: Gavin Menu, Kathryn G. Menu

    Copyright 2024

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    40 mins