10 SEP 2021 · This week, we commemorate the 20th anniversary of 9/11, which forever changed our lives and our city. NY1’s Zack Fink, Courtney Gross and Juan Manuel Benítez reflect on the many ways our perception of public safety has changed, and analyze how the threat of terrorism has morphed since 2001. They also weigh in on President Biden’s visit to our area, following last week’s catastrophic storm. After assessing the scope of the damage in Queens, the president issued a dire call for action on climate change, but is his own administration doing enough to tackle the crisis? We want to hear from you, especially what you think about the local and federal response to Ida: Twitter: #NY1OffTopic or @ZackFinkNews, @Courtneycgross, and @JuanMaBenitez Leave a message: 212-379-3440 Email: yourstoryny1@charter.com For more information: www.ny1.com/offtopic For more information on the new coronavirus, head to www.ny1.com/coronavirus

20 AUG 2021 · From the legalization of same-sex marriage to major infrastructure projects to the passage of the $15 minimum wage, Andrew Cuomo achieved many things during his 10 years as governor, but he also alienated most of the power players in the state — something that ultimately contributed to his downfall. NY1’s Zack Fink, Courtney Gross and Juan Manuel Benítez weigh in on the jarring legacy of a man whose resignation also marks the end of a political dynasty. We want to hear from you, especially what you think about Cuomo’s tenure: Twitter: #NY1OffTopic or @ZackFinkNews, @Courtneycgross, and @JuanMaBenitez Leave a message: 212-379-3440 Email: yourstoryny1@charter.com For more information: www.ny1.com/offtopic For more information on the new coronavirus, head to www.ny1.com/coronavirus

12 MAR 2021 · The list of New York political figures calling for Gov. Cuomo to step down keeps growing, as more women have leveled sexual harassment allegations against him. NY1’s Juan Manuel Benítez, Courtney Gross, and Bob Hardt weigh in on the controversy and tell us if they think this will cause the governor’s political demise. They also discuss recent news coming out of the campaign trail, now that City Council Speaker Corey Johnson has officially announced his bid for comptroller. Plus, they share their takeaways from the mayoral forum on housing and homelessness we hosted here on NY1 this week. And a bonus segment: One year into the pandemic, what are some of the lessons New York political leaders have — or haven’t — learned? We want to hear from you, especially if you think it is time for Gov. Cuomo to resign: Twitter: #NY1OffTopic or @JuanMaBenitez, @Courtneycgross, and @bobhardt Leave a message: 212-379-3440 Email: yourstoryny1@charter.com For more information: www.ny1.com/offtopic For more information on the new coronavirus, head to www.ny1.com/coronavirus

5 MAR 2021 · An unusually contrite Gov. Cuomo apologized on Wednesday after being accused of sexual misconduct by three women, two of them former aides. But he refused to resign, and said that he’s never touched anyone inappropriately. NY1’s Zack Fink, Juan Manuel Benítez, and Courtney Gross comment on the governor’s first public appearance since these allegations came to light and discuss how Albany power players are reacting to Cuomo’s apology. And in the race for mayor, they explain what petitioning is and why it can be significant, and they give an update on the most recent endorsements. We want to hear from you, especially what you think about Cuomo’s apology: Twitter: #NY1OffTopic or @ZackFinkNews, @Courtneycgross, and @JuanMaBenitez Leave a message: 212-379-3440 Email: yourstoryny1@charter.com For more information: ny1.com/offtopic For more information on the new coronavirus, head to ny1.com/coronavirus

26 FEB 2021 · Following weeks of renewed criticism over his policies regarding nursing homes during the pandemic, Gov. Andrew Cuomo is facing sexual harassment allegations by a former aide. NY1’s Zack Fink, Juan Manuel Benítez, and Courtney Gross explain how these accusations fit into the narrative that has recently emerged of a governor who often uses bullying and intimidation as a political tactic. They also comment on the way the mayoral candidates are reacting to the multiple controversies involving Cuomo. Some of them are calling for investigations and even impeachment. We want to hear from you, especially what you think about the governor’s leadership during the pandemic: Twitter: #NY1OffTopic or @ZackFinkNews, @JuanMaBenitez, and @Courtneycgross Leave a message: 212-379-3440 Email: yourstoryny1@charter.com For more information: www.ny1.com/offtopic For more information on the new coronavirus, head to www.ny1.com/coronavirus

19 FEB 2021 · In a new chapter to a nursing home controversy that has dogged his administration, Gov. Cuomo went after Queens Assemblyman Ron Kim, one of the most outspoken critics of Cuomo for his handling of the pandemic in facilities for the elderly. NY1’s Zack Fink, Juan Manuel Benítez, and Courtney Gross explain how the scandal reached this boiling point, and what this could mean for the governor’s political brand. They also discuss the latest in the race for mayor, including who’s leading in popularity and who’s pulling ahead in the fundraising race. We want to hear from you, especially what you think about Cuomo’s nursing home policies over the last year: Twitter: #NY1OffTopic or @ZackFinkNews, @JuanMaBenitez, and @Courtneycgross Leave a message: 212-379-3440 Email: yourstoryny1@charter.com For more information: www.ny1.com/offtopic For more information on the new coronavirus, head to www.ny1.com/coronavirus

12 FEB 2021 · It’s Vaccine Education Week on NY1, so we’re bringing you a very special episode in which political reporters Zack Fink, Juan Manuel Benítez, and Courtney Gross discuss New York’s COVID-19 vaccination program with the chairman of the City Council Committee on Health, Mark Levine, who’s been closely following the rollout in the five boroughs. The three hosts also comment on the immunization plans some of the mayoral candidates are putting forward. Escucha aquí un podcast especial en español en el que la presentadora de Spectrum News, Ybeth Bruzual conversa con el Dr. Faisal Fakih, un neumólogo con décadas de experiencia. El doctor Fakih habla sobre los mitos de la vacuna COVID y sobre lo que los inmigrantes indocumentados deben saber sobre el proceso de vacunación: https://www.ny1.com/nyc/all-boroughs/news/2021/02/09/5-mitos-sobre-la-vacuna-covid-19-desmentidos-por-un-m-dico Learn more about the vaccine and the fight for herd immunity on the latest edition of “Exploring Your Health” at yourhealthexplored.com We want to hear from you, especially what you think about the city’s vaccination campaign so far: Twitter: #NY1OffTopic or @ZackFinkNews, @Courtneycgross, and @JuanMaBenitez Leave a message: 212-379-3440 Email: yourstoryny1@charter.com For more information: ny1.com/offtopic For more information on the new coronavirus, head to ny1.com/coronavirus

5 FEB 2021 · Gov. Cuomo is facing scrutiny on multiple fronts over his handling of the pandemic. NY1's Zack Fink, Juan Manuel Benítez, and Courtney Gross discuss the fallout from the state attorney general's report accusing him of undercounting COVID-19 deaths in nursing homes. They also comment on the latest in the mayoral race, including the news that Andrew Yang has tested positive for coronavirus after hitting the streets much more often that most of his rivals. We want to hear from you, especially what you think about this year's busy campaign season: Twitter: #NY1OffTopic or @ZackFinkNews, @JuanMaBenitez, and @Courtneycgross Leave a message: 212-379-3440 Email: yourstoryny1@charter.com For more information: www.ny1.com/offtopic For more information on the new coronavirus, head to www.ny1.com/coronavirus