How Trump’s Policies Are Impacting Universities & Is Anti-Semitism Justifying the Policies? | CUNY Professor Kenneth Gold
Cut To The Chase: Podcast Hosted by Gregg Goldfarb
Release Date: 02/04/2026
How Trump’s Policies Are Impacting Universities & Is Anti-Semitism Justifying the Policies? | CUNY Professor Kenneth Gold
Cut To The Chase: Podcast Hosted by Gregg Goldfarb
How are federal funding freezes and campus unrest impacting the future of academic research and student wellness? In this episode of Cut to the Chase: Podcast, host Gregg Goldfarb is joined by longtime CUNY professor and former dean, Ken Gold, to unpack how changes to federal research funding, campus governance, and rising tensions around free speech and antisemitism are reshaping higher education. Drawing on decades of academic leadership, Ken offers a candid, firsthand look at what happens when research dollars are delayed, faculty morale fractures, and universities are forced to navigate...
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Why Staten Island Never Got a Subway & Update on NYC Congestion Pricing Impact | Kenneth Gold
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Ever wonder why Staten Island feels disconnected from the rest of New York City? The answer goes far deeper than geography… and it starts with transportation decisions made generations ago. In this episode of Cut to the Chase: Podcast, host Gregg Goldfarb is joined by historian and CUNY professor Kenneth Gold (aka Dr. Forgotten Borough) to explain why Staten Island never became part of New York City’s subway system and how that absence continues to shape the borough’s identity, politics, and daily life. From missed early opportunities and the rise of car culture to the realities of...
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Are Fast Food Chains Lying to You? Inside the Lawsuits Against Burger King, Arby’s, Hardee’s & More | Anthony Russo
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Ever wonder why fast food ads look so different from the food you get from the drive thru? You’re not the only one feeling deceived. In fact, some consumers may actually be eligible for reimbursement. In this episode of Cut to the Chase: Podcast, host Gregg Goldfarb is joined by attorney Anthony Russo to expose how fast food giants may be misleading consumers through deceptive advertising. From burgers that appear up to 35% larger in ads to questionable ingredient and labeling claims, Russo breaks down the class action lawsuits targeting companies like Burger King, Arby’s, Hardee’s, and...
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When Prosecutors BREAK the RULES: Comey, Letitia James, and the DOJ | ft. Adam Klasfeld [Part 3]
Cut To The Chase: Podcast Hosted by Gregg Goldfarb
When prosecutorial appointments go wrong, grand juries malfunction, and politics seep into criminal law, the consequences can ripple far beyond a single case. In this episode of Cut to the Chase: Podcast, host Gregg Goldfarb is joined by investigative legal reporter Adam Klasfeld to unpack the legal chaos surrounding high-profile prosecutions tied to the Trump DOJ era. Part 3 of this conversation dives into the unraveling cases connected to James Comey and Letitia James, examining grand jury irregularities, unconstitutional prosecutor appointments, and allegations of selective and vindictive...
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Two high-profile public figures face charges, but different outcomes in court?! In two decades covering the biggest trials in America, Adam Klasfeld reports that he has never seen a successful selective prosecution defense—except for a groundbreaking case currently underway that could shift that trend. As legal scrutiny intensifies over the handling of classified information, law firms and legal professionals are being forced to reflect on the complexities of selective prosecution, evidence management, and the impact of public perception on justice. These questions aren't just for...
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Uncovering the Epstein Files: Banks, Survivors, and Trafficking | Learn the TRUTH | Adam Klasfeld [Part 2]
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Did you know that JP Morgan and Deutsche Bank settled lawsuits tied to the Epstein case—one for hundreds of millions of dollars—after victim-survivors exposed embarrassing emails and transactions? And despite a million dollars in DOJ overtime, the “first batch” release of Epstein files was simply a repackaging of old documents handed to influencers, not journalists. But that is just the beginning. Today, the legal world—and really, society at large—is abuzz with talk of the unsealed Epstein files, financial institution accountability, and the relentless search for truth. As...
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Boy Scouts Settlement Update Part 3: NDAs Banned in Texas + Resources for Victims & Advocates | Jason Joy & Curtis Garrison
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Texas recently signed into law Senate Bill 835, also called Trey’s Law, protecting victims of sexual abuse, child sexual abuse, and human trafficking from being silenced by NDAs. What are the pros and cons of these NDAs and how are they impacting the sexual abuse case against Boy Scouts of America? Today on Cut to the Chase: Podcast, we’re uncovering the answers with attorney Jason Joy, a leading advocate for BSA survivors, and Curtis Garrison, a survivor, speaker, and driving force behind major legislative reform. What to expect in this episode: More about Trey’s Law in Texas: banning...
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Boy Scouts Settlement Update Part 2: How NDAs Protect Abusers & Who’s REALLY Getting Paid | Jason Joy & Curtis Garrison
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If the victims in the Boy Scouts of America sexual abuse case aren’t getting paid… who is? And how are NDAs protecting the abusers? Tune in as we break it all down. This week on Cut to the Chase: Podcast, we’re continuing the conversation with attorney Jason Joy, a leading advocate for BSA survivors, and Curtis Garrison, a survivor, speaker, and driving force behind major legislative reform. What to expect in this episode: What is Trey’s Law? Who’s really getting paid from the Boy Scouts abuse case? How NDAs and the law have historically protected institutions and abusers The...
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Boy Scouts Case Update: Why Victims Aren’t Getting Paid & What’s Next | Jason Joy & Curtis Garrison
Cut To The Chase: Podcast Hosted by Gregg Goldfarb
With nearly 100,000 claimants coming forward in the Boy Scouts of America sexual abuse case, pressure is ramping up and the demand for justice is stronger than ever. Today on Cut to the Chase: Podcast, we’re bringing clarity to one of the largest sexual abuse litigations in U.S. history, answering the question: Why aren’t victims getting compensated? Gregg is joined by two essential voices: attorney Jason Joy, a leading advocate for BSA survivors, and Curtis Garrison, a survivor, speaker, and driving force behind major legislative reform. What to expect in this episode: Why survivors are...
info_outlineHow are federal funding freezes and campus unrest impacting the future of academic research and student wellness?
In this episode of Cut to the Chase: Podcast, host Gregg Goldfarb is joined by longtime CUNY professor and former dean, Ken Gold, to unpack how changes to federal research funding, campus governance, and rising tensions around free speech and antisemitism are reshaping higher education.
Drawing on decades of academic leadership, Ken offers a candid, firsthand look at what happens when research dollars are delayed, faculty morale fractures, and universities are forced to navigate political pressure, protest, and constitutional limits.
This discussion goes beyond headlines to reveal how today’s campus battles are quietly redefining institutional risk, innovation, and the future workforce.
What to expect in this episode:
- How frozen and delayed federal research funding is disrupting universities nationwide
- Why deprioritizing basic research could hurt innovation and much more
- The impact of long-term budget pressure on faculty hiring, recruitment, and institutional risk
- How universities are responding to antisemitism, campus protests, and free speech disputes
- The difference between anti-Zionism and antisemitism (and why it matters)
- The role of faculty governance, public statements, and “no confidence” votes during crises
- Constitutional and regulatory challenges emerging from conflicting federal and local policies
- Why institutional memory and leadership experience matter more than ever in turbulent times
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Resources:
- Buy Ken’s book, “The Forgotten Borough” by Kenneth Gold: https://cup.columbia.edu/book/the-forgotten-borough/9780231208611
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