Explore our collection of conversations with New Jersey's most influential figures. New episodes released regularly.
with Dr. Brad Cohen
East Brunswick Mayor Brad Cohen joins David Piegaro for a wide-ranging conversation about affordability, housing, health care, immigration, science, and the crowded Democratic primary in New Jersey's 12th Congressional District.
with Eric Allen Conner
Better Blocks New Jersey co-founder Eric Allen Conner breaks down Jersey City's development story, why more housing can protect affordability, and what transit and street reforms should come next.
with Joey Fox
Washington DC correspondent for the New Jersey Globe Joey Fox discusses his journey from New York City to covering New Jersey politics, the dynamics of journalism in the state, the impact of county line abolition, the NJ-12 primary race, and food recommendations from his time in Trenton.
with Jay Vaingankar
Congressional candidate Jay Vaingankar discusses growing up as the son of Indian immigrants in Mercer County, his time in the Biden White House and Department of Energy, New Jersey's housing and energy affordability crisis, and why he's running for Congress at 28.
with Rabbi Shlomo Schorr
From The Lakewood Shopper to The New York Times to Agudath Israel, Shlomo Schorr discusses his unique journey through New Jersey political media, how the legislature really works, and why his Twitter account @OneJerseyShore has become essential reading for Garden State politics.
with Tyler Cowen
Economist Tyler Cowen, a Bergen County native from Hillsdale, discusses his New Jersey roots, building Marginal Revolution and Conversations with Tyler, and his unique perspective on the Garden State's economy and culture.
with Chris Christie
Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie sits down for an in-depth conversation about his time leading the Garden State. From his undefeated record as U.S. Attorney prosecuting 130 public officials, to Hurricane Sandy, his presidential campaigns, and advice for Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill.