In the premiere episode of Politics Next Door, co-hosts Kate Wood and Tyler Stephen break down why the political decisions shaping your daily life aren’t happening in some distant capital—they're happening just down the block.

From school boards to state budgets, we explore how "local politics" is often more impactful (and more dramatic) than what’s on national headlines. We also share why we launched this show, what we hope it brings to Albany and beyond, and what kinds of conversations you can expect in the weeks ahead.