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119. The Mid-Hudson Libraries
July 16, 2025

119. The Mid-Hudson Libraries

“Libraries are rooms of requirement.” — Rebekkah Smith Aldrich, Executive Director, Mid-Hudson Library System This week on Cidiot® , we’re talking libraries — not just the quiet, book-filled havens you remember, but vibrant c...

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103. Firefighting
June 27, 2024

103. Firefighting

Join Cidiot® for a conversation with Ryan Wexler, a local volunteer fire captain to hear about what it’s like to be a firefighter. Mat learns about ways to volunteer and support local fire departments, why you should buy a 91...

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96. Aging in the HV
Oct. 26, 2023

96. Aging in the HV

Where should we grow old? Is the Hudson Valley a good place for aging? More and more people think so. And when you find your place, how should we plan for it? How can we stay in our home? How can we get around? What kind of r...

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53. Lessons from a County Legislator
Sept. 12, 2021

53. Lessons from a County Legislator

The county is the “arms” of the state government, notes Rebecca Edwards, Dutchess County legislator (Town of Poughkeepsie) and Democratic minority leader. In this special episode, Edwards talks to Cidiot about why local elect...

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