<![CDATA[Systems and Power]]>Systems and Power is a podcast about how institutions actually work: politics, government, universities, technology, and the people who move between them.

Hosted by Moses Parente, each episode features long form conversations with the people who've spent decades inside the rooms where decisions get made.

Guests range from politicians, consultants to technologists who break down how power is built, wielded, and transferred.

No talking points. No five-minute soundbites. Just real conversations about how the systems that shape your life actually function and what it takes to change them.

]]>https://riverside.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Thu, 23 Jul 2026 11:56:55 GMTSun, 12 Jul 2026 17:53:45 GMT60Moses<p><i>Systems and Power</i> is a podcast about how institutions actually work: politics, government, universities, technology, and the people who move between them.<br /></p><p>Hosted by Moses Parente, each episode features long form conversations with the people who've spent decades inside the rooms where decisions get made. <br /><br />Guests range from politicians, consultants to technologists who break down how power is built, wielded, and transferred.<br /></p><p>No talking points. No five-minute soundbites. Just real conversations about how the systems that shape your life actually function and what it takes to change them.</p>episodicMosessystemsandpowerpod@gmail.comno<![CDATA[Systems and Power #2: Jay Hershenson]]>In this episode of the Systems and Power Podcast, Moses interviews former CUNY Vice Chancellor Jay Hershenson, a prominent figure in CUNY's history, discussing his extensive contributions to student advocacy, the founding of organizations like NYPIRG and Citizenship Now, and his experiences navigating political landscapes.

Jay Hershenson shares insights on the importance of persistence, the role of higher education in social mobility, and the impact of AI in education.

Jay Hershenson reflects on his journey with the Louis Armstrong House Museum and the significance of diverse perspectives in shaping informed citizens.

]]>d489cfe9-5528-4de7-a12e-2f57fd9d034eMon, 20 Jul 2026 02:17:51 GMT<p>In this episode of the Systems and Power Podcast, Moses interviews former CUNY Vice Chancellor Jay Hershenson, a prominent figure in CUNY's history, discussing his extensive contributions to student advocacy, the founding of organizations like NYPIRG and Citizenship Now, and his experiences navigating political landscapes. <br /><br />Jay Hershenson shares insights on the importance of persistence, the role of higher education in social mobility, and the impact of AI in education. <br /><br />Jay Hershenson reflects on his journey with the Louis Armstrong House Museum and the significance of diverse perspectives in shaping informed citizens.</p>no00:53:2112Systems and Power #2: Jay Hershensonfull<![CDATA[Systems and Power #1 : Hon. Jimmy Vacca]]>Former NYC Council Member Jimmy Vacca spent over a decade representing the Bronx and he's still shaping the next generation of civic leaders in the classroom.

In this episode, Jimmy Vacca joins Systems and Power to talk legislation, the Bloomberg soda reform, his time serving in the New York City Council, AI in education, the future of the Democratic Party, and why mentoring the next generation matters more than ever.

]]>f906ce33-42c9-4733-afff-cd6838a06c5eSun, 12 Jul 2026 18:41:13 GMT<p>Former NYC Council Member Jimmy Vacca spent over a decade representing the Bronx and he's still shaping the next generation of civic leaders in the classroom.<br /><br />In this episode, Jimmy Vacca joins <i>Systems and Power</i> to talk legislation, the Bloomberg soda reform, his time serving in the New York City Council, AI in education, the future of the Democratic Party, and why mentoring the next generation matters more than ever.</p>no00:57:2411Systems and Power #1 : Hon. Jimmy Vaccafull