Who is Mamdani and how he became NYC mayor in a few months?

In a stunning upset, Zohran Mamdani — a Muslim, Ugandan-Indian immigrant, democratic socialist, and first-time candidate — has been elected Mayor of New York City, defeating political heavyweight Andrew Cuomo. His victory has sent shockwaves across the U.S. and the world, hailed as a triumph of grassroots organizing, bold policy, and unapologetic identity. In this episode, we’re joined by Nadeem Hussain, author, policy analyst, and expert on political economy, to unpack what really happened in New York — and what it means for the future of American politics.