Politics Unusual: DOT Commissioner Flynn, CBC President Rein
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In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay speaks with New York City's Department of Transportation Commissioner Mike Flynn about how the city handled the recent winter storm. Also, a conversation with Andrew Rein, president of the Citizens Budget Commission, about the city's budget issues.

Politics Unusual: Queens Borough President Richards, NYC Councilmember Krishnan
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In this episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay sits down with Queens Borough President Donovan Richards about affordable housing being built in Queens, as well as ICE concerns. Also, a conversation with New York City Councilmember Shekar Krishnan.

Politics Unusual: 1:1 with Hochul, NYC Council Minority Leader Carr
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In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay sits down for an exclusive interview with New York Gov. Kathy Hochul. Also, a conversation with NYC Council Minority Leader David Carr.

Politics Unusual: Jan. 9, 2026 FULL show
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In this week’s episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay sat down with Mayor Zohran Mamdani for an exclusive one-on-one interview. Plus, Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson joined the show.

Politics Unusual: Interview with NYC Comptroller Mark Levine
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In this special episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay sits down with New York City Comptroller Mark Levine to discuss his future plans regarding the city.

Politics Unusual: Interview with Mayor Adams; NJ 2025 recap
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In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses sits down with New York City Mayor Eric Adams to look back at his time as mayor.

Politics Unusual: NYS Comptroller DiNapoli, Jersey City Mayor Fulop
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In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay speaks with New York State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli about the state's fiscal outlook for 2026. Also, Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop looks back at his decades in political office.

Politics Unusual: Can NYC buses be fast and free?
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In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay has a conversation with transit reporters Clayton Guse and Dave Colon. Also, New York State Senator Andrew Gounardes on a new bill regarding artificial intelligence.

Politics Unusual: NY governor's race; Asian American vote in NYC mayoral election
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In this episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay has a conversation with POLITICO's Albany Bureau Chief Nick Reisman about the upcoming New York gubernatorial race.

Politics Unusual: Jersey City mayor's race
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In this episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses speaks with Dr. Matthew Hale, an Associate Professor for the Department of Political Science at Seton Hall, about the Jersey City mayor's race.

New York’s Medical Aid in Dying Act sparks debate, sit-down with Mamdani, more news | Politics Unusual FULL EPISODE
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In this episode, Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and End of Life Choices New York’s Mandi Zucker discuss the Medical Aid in Dying Act — a bill that would allow terminally ill adults with six months or less to live the option to end their lives with prescribed medication. The measure is awaiting Gov. Kathy Hochul’s signature, though she hasn’t said if she will sign or veto it. Washington, D.C., and 11 other states, including New Jersey, already have similar laws on the books.

Will Mamdani, Hochul bring free childcare to NYC by 2027? Mayor-elect on Politics Unusual

Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani says he and Governor Kathy Hochul are aligned on a plan to make universal childcare a reality by 2027. In a new interview, Mamdani discussed his campaign promises, the governor’s cooperation and what’s next.

Politics Unusual: Mamdani Transition Team Co-Chair Maria Torres-Springer; Rep. Gottheimer
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In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay sits down with Mayor Adams' former First Deputy Mayor Maria Torres-Springer, who is now a co-chair of Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's transition team, to discuss the role of any transition team. Also, a conversation with Rep. Josh Gottheimer.

Politics Unusual: Discussion with political strategists Zack Fink and Ben Max
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In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay has a conversation with political strategists Zack Fink and Ben Max about the New York City mayoral race. Also, a discussion with Alyssa Maurice from Stockton University to analyze the New Jersey gubernatorial race.

One-on-one with Zohran Mamdani | Politics Unusual
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FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay speaks with New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani about his policy proposals, his plans to keep NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch and Mayor Eric Adams recent endorsement of former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo.

Politics Unusual: Zohran Mamdani on housing, education, endorsements; ballot proposition 6
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In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay interviews Democratic nominee for New York City's mayoral race Zohran Mamdani. The two discuss the candidate's plans to address affordability and education in the city, as well as Mayor Eric Adams' endorsement of former Gov. Andrew Cuomo. Also, a roundtable discussion about ballot proposition 6.

'New York is not for sale': Zohran Mamdani on affordability, education, endorsements | WATCH

Zohran Mamdani joins FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay to discuss his policy proposals regarding affordability and education in New York City, as well as recent endorsements.

Curtis Sliwa vows to ditch beret, lays out education plans | Politics Unusual
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FOX 5 NY's Morgan McKay sits down with Republican mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa who has bold promises, from $500 rebate checks for drivers to an income tax freeze for New Yorkers under 30. He defends a $10 billion education cut, pushes for more vocational training, and outlines plans to restore NYPD homeless outreach. Sliwa also addresses death threats against him, and swears that if elected mayor, he’ll never wear the red beret again.

Sliwa’s big plans, Speaker Adams on ballot proposals, NJ Governor's debate | Politics Unusual
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Republican nominee Curtis Sliwa launches our Politics Unusual series with bold proposals — from $500 rebate checks for drivers to freezing income taxes for New Yorkers under 30. He also defends a $10 billion education cut, opens up about threats to his life, and joins our “Political Trick or Treat” game. Plus, City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams weighs in on ballot propositions and the New Jersey governor debate gets a full review.

Politics Unusual: Brooklyn Borough President Reynoso, Former City Council Minority Leader Borelli
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In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay sits down with Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso to discuss the Coney Island casino bid that was voted down, among other things. Also, a conversation with former City Council Minority Leader Joe Borelli.