Downstate Abbey: Recent Episodes
Downstate Abbey
Awareness and advocacy for New York State communities who are being victimized by horrible state leadership.
The lasting impact of crushing mandates is impossible not quantify but please take the time to hear the perspective of someone who has lived through every aspect of the Covid-19 pandemic and the disastrous effects of flawed and ill crafted policies impacting millions of lives.
The healthcare disaster continues in New York State as the feckless mandates of the degenerate majority party continue to decimate healthcare. Hear the story of one front line heroes who served through the entire pandemic and has been treated as disposable. The collapse of healthcare is eminent with these reckless policies. Please take time to get informed and get involved.
An open dialogue between concerned citizens and local officials as Fulton County Sheriff Richard Giardino and Montgomery County Legislator Bob Purtell offer perspective and insights on the long overdue needed changes to this problematic crime reform
Listen to the perspective of someone who worked in long-term care all through the pandemic and has been forced into unemployment due to unconstitutional, unscientific, inhumane mandates.
Hear from a long time educator who is standing up and taking the lead in advocating for fellow teachers and students alike in light of unconstitutional mandates and forced medical apartheid.
This insightful episode breaks down the crime reforms being pushed by New York states super majority. Many of these reforms are far worse than anyone could imagine they would be and the general public needs to understand what is being done as they are being endangered and lied to.
Hear our guest's account of months of wandering through the maze of the NYC homeless shelter system; his story is, sadly, not unique and points to the dysfunction, recklessness, and lack of true support to individuals facing temporary or long term homelessness. The need for change is evident and the crisis imminent as so many New Yorkers see no end in sight in a system that has no accountability. Please hear his story.
In typical fashion, Governor Cuomo created a crisis and now wants to be revered as the hero who solve the crisis. Cuomo and other Albany to generates have created pro crime reform that has decimated communities of color and now wish to use these abused communities as political capital. This segment demands people stand up for their rights and push back against this horrible administration
This segment discusses the rising tone of outrage as parents to man better of public education in the more urban communities of New York State. The horrifically low levels of proficiency In basic academic constructs is deeply troubling and truly sets these young lives up for failure.
Take time to listen to the many insights of Sheriff Richard Giardino whose career has spanned decades of public service and provides a well rounded valuable perspective.
The Schenectady Gazette printed a smear campaign on May 11 that outright lied to the public about the pro-crime failing bail reform and the people who spoke out against it in Albany on May 9 as we honored mothers of crime victims and gave them a voice.
Journalism should be regarded as an honorable profession and this display of journalistic malpractice on part of the Gazette Editorial Board is an embarrassment to real journalism.
If you couldn't join us for the Mother's Day gathering, we welcome you to take time to listen to the speakers who shared from their hearts, who shared from a place or loss, of pain and of purpose; our state is in dire straits and it will be WE the people who demand policy be in favor of a compassionate social conscience and away from the reckless perversion that Albany lawmakers have created. The horrifically failing justice system and bail reform, the lack of direction in combating the addiction epidemic, the gross abuse and neglect of our elder and infirm population, the abuse of our children and abdication of duty in providing educational opportunities and accountability for all, as well as the outright contempt shown to working class families, property owners and business owners by reckless, baseless, inane and irresponsible policies.
The moms are here and we aren't backing down.
Abbey is joined by Charlie Kraebel and Jeff Pitcher of Charlie’s Angle in discussing current events in the state of New York and inviting involvement in the upcoming Mother’s Day gathering in Albany. Don’t miss this episode!
But but but wait it gets worse... bail reform segways into more degenerate pro-crime deformities of civic policy
Join our guest Sarah Nelson in a meaty discussion about the fallacies, shortfalls and hyperfixations of hash tags that identify as empowering to women.
A quick call to action as the time is now to take back our state from the horrible, cruel, dysfunctional, degenerate leadership of the Cuomo administration. When your kids ask what you want for Mother's Day....."I want to go to Albany with all of you." Concerns we will be addressing are the Nursing Home-icide disaster, the failed bail reform that is terrorizing our communities-particularly but not limited to downstate, inaccessibility of families to see loved ones in residential care settings, medical mandates and disastrous school closures that have far reaching societal impacts. Please join us!
Sadly not unique, this family's story is heartbreaking as told by Karla Abraham-Conley whose mother was victim of the Covid nursing home disaster and resulting negligence that ultimately caused her death. Karla's story is a powerful one and the motivation behind her advocacy work to see meaningful policy change.
One mother's story of the incredibly challenging and frustrating mandates surrounding visitation with people in long term care facilities; the need for ongoing improvement in policy, implementation of procedures and advocacy for persons with disabilities continues.
Please take time to listen to this call to action as we prepare for a follow up Rally after the incredibly powerful, uniting rally of March 13. We absolutely cannot back down as our state government is completely selling us out and making decisions that have disastrous implications.
This brief episode is a call to action & invitation for concerned citizens to attend the Cancel Cuomo rally on Saturday, March 13. New Yorkers are awakening to the despicable leader ship and it is time to take back our rights, freedom, and demand reform as we are truly seeing our state destroyed by incompetent, evil, degenerate policies and people.
An incredibly informative episode featuring Michelle Esquenazi, President of the National Association of Bail Agents, who is a passionate victims advocate and whose insights are not to be ignored by those seeking to truly understand the complexities of the criminal justice system and the need for meaningful, balanced bail reform.
A fantastic interview with NYC Mayoral candidate Bill Pepitone. A life of service and a desire to save the city from the ravages of DeGenerate DeBlasio’s horrific legacy has today’s guest poised to be the leader that NYC desperately needs.
Albany lawmakers have completely abandon their solemn duty to serve their constituents. The deception and dysfunction on every level of state government needs to be called out for what it is as many people, including Senate Majority Leader Cousins, have been complicit in the evil of the bail reform, the nursing home disaster and the utter decimation of our state including the systematic abuse of our communities of color.
Join us in hearing the heartbreaking story of a precious life gone to soon. This mother recognizes the brokenness of the bail reform & the manner in which it perpetuates crime, victim intimidation and bloodshed. This mother’s fight is one that we should all be part of.
The awakening of NY assemblymen to the dereliction of duty of Andrew Cuomo ... as of they haven’t been part of this disaster
At the halfway point of the 20-21 school year, we hear from a public school teacher who serves in a high needs community as to the impact of virtual and hybridized learning. His insights are valuable as we all need to be advocating for our children’s futures and wellbeing.
Hear the heartbreaking story of a tragic murder and the total miscarriage of justice as a result of Governor Cuomo’s failed bail reform that is endangering our communities.
The cruel directives and resulting coverup of the deaths they caused are finally coming to the surface as Andrew Cuomo’s sociopathic, hostile mandates that targeted the most vulnerable are a disgrace that will not be forgotten. This segment helps explain why this is such an issue of enormous proportion that can not be ignored.
The horrible policies of Andrew Cuomo are endangering our communities of color and perpetuating victimization; his elitist racism is disgraceful and needs to be canceled.
What this year has taught us and how important it is that we act now. The victimization of our communities must be stopped.
Puzzled ponderings as to the lack of response by AOC as her constituents base is terrorized by horrible policies and surges in crime brought about by Andrew Cuomo’s horribly crafted bail reform. Her silence speaks volumes and we’re listening.
Join us in heading from area restauranteur and entrepreneur Shannon LaMora as she shares the brutal reality of the baseless and bewildering mandates of Andrew Cuomo.
A candid talk with area business owner, wife, mother, grandmother and concerned citizen, Pilar DiCaterino as she shares her concerns that are echoed by millions of New Yorkers.
With media attention finally pointing to the dereliction of duty and sociopathic leader ship of Andrew Cuomo, New Yorkers are urged to push back against his reckless policies that are destroying lives.
Join us for an amazing interview with Sheriff Richard Giardino as he shares his insights on the profoundly dysfunctional bail reform that is wreaking havoc throughout New York State; he shares other deeply troubling changes that are potentially being passed by lawmakers. Residents need to be aware of the danger that our families and communities are being out in by irresponsible lawmakers and take a stand against these horrific policies.
Join us as we spread the word and build the community to invite connections with people who have seen up close and personal the horrible leader ship with Andrew Cuomo take its toll in healthcare, lawn Forssman and life as we know it. As we start to truly take inventory of the policies of Andrew Cuomo it becomes apparent that he is in fact a super spreader
The deceptions peddled by Governor Cuomo and his continual lack of regard for the safety of our communities rears its ugly head once again. The people of New York State are encouraged to unite and push back against his dangerous, reckless, and morally degenerate policies
Well today commemorates a horrible attack on our nation decades ago, the reality of the attack on our people from horrible leader ship is a reality that we cannot afford ourselves the luxury of ignoring. Our children’s future depends on how we respond to this modern day crisis
On the cusp of shut downs yet again, state government in New York defies human logic and scientific evidence as imposes inconsistent and unfair mandates. Our communities are in grave danger because of the policies of Andrew Cuomo. Please take a moment to listen because this is unbelievably important
Hear the perspective in a mental health expert who has worked in the jail systems in downstate communities and has a deep concern for the level of danger that the public is being put in due to Governor Cuomo’s reckless and irresponsible policies
Blood shed continues to ensue as gang activity claims another young life in upstate New York. The policies of Andrew Como have completely taken the side of gang members, drug dealers, and pedophiles. The time to stand up and push back against these horrible, dangerous, and cruel policies is now.
This is an extraordinary segment because of the valuable insight of someone who served INSIDE Rikers and has a 20+ year career in the corrections system. This is an episode not to miss as her perspective as a well respected mental health practitioner provides the appropriate backdrop for understanding the level of crisis we find our state in. Don't miss this episode!
The death of this precious young man is nothing short of heartbreaking as it is a direct result of the horrible policies of Andrew Cuomo. The suspect and what was intended to be a fire that caused mass casualty has not been brought to justice and the Harlem and other area communities continue to be endangered by the release of dangerous individuals because of the bail reform
Join us in discussing the devastating impact of COVID-19 mandates and shut downs on the music and arts industries, along with all of the supporting industries and workforces . We will hear from Sara Milonovich, an area musician and artist, who has some valuable insights as to how this industry can weather the storm and survive.
The nightmare continues for elderly residents of nursing homes and long-term care facilities; Cuomo’s nonsensical mandates continue to torment families throughout the state with cruel defiance.
The failed leader ship of Governor Andrew Cuomo has everyone questioning the ideals of democracy in general, but specifically the social ideals of the Democrat party. A growing number of disillusioned Democrats are finding it impossible to support his policies that run contrary to social justice and equality.
This episode sheds light on the systematic racism exemplified by the erosion of education opportunities for communities of color as well as the softening of penalties for horrific crimes in black communities. Also mentioned is Andrew Cuomo’s addition of crimes supporting terrorism in part of his epic fail bill reform.
Today's episode lends a glimpse into the heartbreaking disaster of the public schools of New York being completely dismantled by Andrew Cuomo; the outright attacks on communities of color by way of targeted, systematic pillaging of the educational system in communities of color are heartbreaking and cannot be ignored by anyone who cares about social justice.
Governor Cuomo continues to victimize the most vulnerable members of society here in our beloved state; this episode highlights the personal agony of families who have been denied visits with their loved ones who reside in New York nursing homes. There is a desperate need for advocacy for these precious people whose pleas fall on the selectively deaf ears of our heartless Governor Andrew Cuomo.
This episode talks about the ways that Andrew Cuomo continues his attack on our families, communities and children by completely gutting our public schools with last minute, extreme budget cuts that are absolutely cruel to the teachers, families, and communities that are impacted
This is just the beginning of a multi segment feature that will talk about the many ways that Andrew Cuomo has ushered in laws that are completely threatening safety in our communities and endangering our children. This is far too important to ignore.