This Week in Westchester: The Podcast
Your weekly audio briefing from Westchester County Government. Where each week, County Executive Ken Jenkins breaks down the decisions, investments and initiatives shaping life across Westchester. Clear information. Real progress. One place to stay informed.
Episodes
64 episodes
TWIW 38: September 14, 2026
In this episode:Westchester County marks the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month. Westchester County generates $1.85 billion in Film and Television production for 2025.Westchester County finaliz...
Westchester, Explained 26: What Clothing Insecurity Really Means and Why It Matters
As an extension of our weekly "This Week in Westchester - The Podcast" we welcome you to Westchester, Explained. In this special long-form series we take you deeper into the headlines, decisions and policies shaping Westchester County an...
TWIW 37: September 8, 2026
In this episode:· Westchester County marked the solemn 25th anniversary of September 11, and shared a special new documentary looking back through the eyes of Westchester’s County Executives. · ...
Westchester, Explained 25: 25 Years Later - Remembering September 11 with Jay Winuk, 9/11 Day Co-founder
As an extension of our weekly "This Week in Westchester - The Podcast" we welcome you to Westchester, Explained. In this special long-form series we take you deeper into the headlines, decisions and policies shaping Westchester County an...
TWIW 36: August 31, 2026
In this episode:County Executive Ken Jenkins reminded everyone about the Safe Haven/Abandoned Infant Protection Act.Commissioner of the Westchester County Department of Community Mental Health Michael Orth joined to ...
Westchester, Explained 24: You Are Not Alone - Inside Westchester's 988 Lifeline and Suicide Prevention Resources
As an extension of our weekly "This Week in Westchester - The Podcast" we welcome you to Westchester, Explained. In this special long-form series we take you deeper into the headlines, decisions and policies shaping Westchester County an...
TWIW 35: August 24, 2026
In this episode:Members of the Ukrainian National Women’s League of America, Branch 30 attended to accept a proclamation honoring the 35th Anniversary of Ukrainian Independence Day on August 24, 2026. Wes...
Westchester, Explained 23: Helping Westchester Families Afford Child Care
As an extension of our weekly "This Week in Westchester - The Podcast" we welcome you to Westchester, Explained. In this special long-form series we take you deeper into the headlines, decisions and policies shaping Westchester County an...
TWIW 34: August 17, 2026
In this episode:Somers Town Supervisor Robert Scorrano joined to discuss exciting updates about the Town of Somers. Westchester County Youth Bureau Executive Director Ernest McFadden joined to highlight A...
Westchester, Explained 22: Faith In Westchester
As an extension of our weekly "This Week in Westchester - The Podcast" we welcome you to Westchester, Explained. In this special long-form series we take you deeper into the headlines, decisions and policies shaping Westchester County an...
TWIW 33: August 10, 2026
In this episode:Westchester County Budget Director Larry Soule joined to discuss the County’s second quarter financial report. Westchester County Department of Consumer Protection Director Jim Maisano dis...
Westchester, Explained 21: Building Careers in Clean Energy - A Look Inside Westchester's Free Workforce Resources
As an extension of our weekly "This Week in Westchester - The Podcast" we welcome you to Westchester, Explained. In this special long-form series we take you deeper into the headlines, decisions and policies shaping Westchester County an...
TWIW 32: August 3, 2026
In this episode:Deputy Commissioner of Community Mental Health Joseph Glazer joined to discuss the new Court-Based Mental Health Navigator Program.Westchester County Health Commissioner Dr. Sherlita Amler join...
Westchester, Explained 20: What It Means To Be a Local Municipal Leader with Mayor Rika Levin
As an extension of our weekly "This Week in Westchester - The Podcast" we welcome you to Westchester, Explained. In this special long-form series we take you deeper into the headlines, decisions and policies shaping Westchester County an...
TWIW 31: July 27, 2026
In this episode:Dobbs Ferry Mayor Christy Knell joined to discuss exciting updates happening in the Village of Dobbs Ferry.Westchester County is urging residents and businesses to remain vigilant following a statewid...
Westchester, Explained 19: Inside Westchester's Blueprint for Sustainability
As an extension of our weekly "This Week in Westchester - The Podcast" we welcome you to Westchester, Explained. In this special long-form series we take you deeper into the headlines, decisions and policies shaping Westchester County an...
TWIW 30: July 20, 2026
In this episode:Deputy County Executive Joan McDonald gave an update on the Westchester County Health Department monitoring the Hudson River. Department of Probation Commissioner Rocco Pozzi joined to discuss ...
TWIW 29: July 13, 2026
In this episode:County Executive Ken Jenkins gave an update on Cyclosporiasis in Westchester. Jenkins gave an update on extreme heat coming into Westchester County. Westchester County has submitted...
Westchester, Explained 18: Exploring Abolition Day in NY with Historian Joyce Cole
As an extension of our weekly "This Week in Westchester - The Podcast" we welcome you to Westchester, Explained. In this special long-form series we take you deeper into the headlines, decisions and policies shaping Westchester County an...
Westchester, Explained 17: Building Westchester's Future Today - Inside the RPI + Westchester Partnership
As an extension of our weekly "This Week in Westchester - The Podcast" we welcome you to Westchester, Explained. In this special long-form series we take you deeper into the headlines, decisions and policies shaping Westchester County an...
TWIW 28: July 6, 2026
In this episode:Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins, Westchester County Emergency Services Commissioner Susan Spear and Department of Public Works & Transportation Commissioner Hugh Greechan give update on recent sto...
Westchester, Explained 16: Inside Westchester's Office of Housing Counsel
As an extension of our weekly "This Week in Westchester - The Podcast" we welcome you to Westchester, Explained. In this special long-form series we take you deeper into the headlines, decisions and policies shaping Westchester County an...
TWIW 27: June 29, 2026
In this episode:Westchester County Health Commissioner Dr. Sherlita Amler joined County Executive Ken Jenkins to discuss the upcoming heat wave later this week and how to safe from heat-related illnesses.
Westchester, Explained 15: Westchester Needs Blood Donors and Why it Matters
As an extension of our weekly "This Week in Westchester - The Podcast" we welcome you to Westchester, Explained. In this special long-form series we take you deeper into the headlines, decisions and policies shaping Westchester County an...
