Published - September 30, 2016
On the next edition of SciTech Now: Smart phones, smart TV’s, how about smart roads…? Think you’re helping the environment? You may not be as green as you hoped… Mixing paint with pixels in the classroom… And a look at how doctors worked a century ago. Watch SciTech Now on Thursday at 8:30 p.m. on WCNY
Published - September 30, 2016
Next on Cycle of Health: The people behind the statistics of our region’s rampant heroin health crisis and what we all need to understand. Find out how heroin turned this bright-eyed teen into an addicted young woman, before the drug took her life.. Her grieving mother gives hope to others. We’ll show you how health providers race to help those in need. And, he escaped the grips of the heroin-high — and now helps others fighting addiction. Watch Cycle of Health on Thursday at 8 p.m. on WCNY
Published - September 26, 2016
“Gifted women musicians and composers rarely received their due. ” – James Cook Recognition for women’s achievements in the music composition arena has definitely improved, though it still has a long way to go. Women of color have the dual obstacles of both gender and racial bias to address. This week on Feminine Fusion, we concentrate on the music of African American women composers, from Florence Price to Pamela Z. Learn about these remarkable women who have given their all to their music. (Here is the link to Jordannah Elizabeth’s article, mentioned in the program) “Women of Color (Composers)”
Published - September 23, 2016
On the next edition of SciTech Now: The high definition screen you can wear… Better late than never, figuring out Einsteins theory of relativity… How a healthy apple can lead to poisonous dirt… And how a common pizza ingredient can help save bees. Watch SciTech Now on Thursday at 8:30 p.m. on WCNY
Published - September 23, 2016
Next on Cycle of Health: Finding the words: We discover new ways to communicate. Learn how high-tech and low-tech devices help one teen get his point across. Listen up to a woman speaking out about the new techniques she uses to get a word in. And cut through the noise as we learn how to listen to those who speak differently. Watch Cycle of Health on Thursday at 8 p.m. on WCNY
Published - September 21, 2016
In accordance with open meetings law, WCNY provides reasonable notice to the public of its board meetings. The next WCNY Board Meeting will take place on Tuesday, September 27, 2016 at 8 a.m. at the WCNY Broadcast and Education Center located at 415 W. Fayette St., Syracuse, N.Y. Interested parties wishing to attend should contact the Public Broadcasting Council of Central New York before 4 p.m. Monday, September 26, by calling (315) 453-2424.
Published - September 19, 2016
“Myth credits every American town with two things: a 10-cent store and a Boulanger student.” – Ned Rorem With a career spanning 70 years, Nadia Boulanger taught theory, composition, and ear training to more than 600 students. In this special Live edition of Feminine Fusion, you’ll hear music from composers as diverse as Aaron Copland, Peggy Glanville-Hicks, Astor Piazzolla, and more. This is also your opportunity to show your support for Classic FM by making your pledge. And to those who have already become members, thank you! “Nadia Boulanger, Part 1” Aaron Copland: Symphony for Organ &
Published - September 16, 2016
On the next edition of SciTech Now: Hands free housekeeping… How ants can help shorten the commute to work… Technology that means nothing is impossible… and the hospital of othe future has no beds Watch SciTech Now on Thursday at 8:30 p.m. on WCNY
Published - September 16, 2016
Next on Cycle of Health: The state of healthcare in Central New York through the eyes of those leading some of the regions top institutions. Find out how hospitals are working together to better care for us when we’re sick. While helping to teach us how to stay healthy. From the doctor’s office to the E.R., we uncover the changing landscape of healthcare in Central New York. Watch Cycle of Health on Thursday at 8 p.m. on WCNY
Published - September 14, 2016
Next on Connect NY: Coming up on the next edition of Connect New York, we explore how changes to the state constitution could affect education: new provisions could limit class size, require full-day pre-K even change how we pay for education. But many stakeholders fear the risks of a convention, which include the possibility of pension rollbacks. We will explore the pros and cons of a Constitutional Convention on education on the next Connect New York. Watch Monday, September 19th at 9 p.m. on WCNY
Published - September 13, 2016
On the next Insight: Defying the Nazis. Ken Burns brings another riveting documentary to PBS. Burns explores the story of Waitstill and Martha Sharp’s world war two mission in Europe to help save imperiled Jews. We meet those in our own region whose connections to the holocaust and the making of the film is a story in itself. Watch Friday at 9 p.m. on WCNY
Published - September 12, 2016
“You’re either born a musician, or you’re born not a musician. It has nothing to do with gender.” – Antonia Brico Conducting is still a male-dominated stronghold in the musical world. Even in the last few years, prominent conductors insist that woman conductors are not capable of conducting anything other than “feminine” works, like Debussy or Ravel. And that the rigors of conducting are too hard for women, claiming it is “an issue of biology.” On this episode of Feminine Fusion, three remarkable women take the podium and show just what they are capable of achieving. (And here’s the Classic FM
Published - September 9, 2016
On the next edition of SciTech Now: Looking for clues to how humans develop in a fish you’d find in a household aquarium… crowd sourcing comes to science… and on your next vacation, be on the look out for flesh eating bacteria. Watch SciTech Now on Thursday at 8:30 p.m. on WCNY
Published - September 9, 2016
Next on Cycle of Health: From desperate to dynamite – meet a man who LOST more than 400 pounds and GAINED confidence in the newfound strength of his body, heart and mind. Give the gift of life – and the gift of science – learn why Full Body Donations help us all get better healthcare. And, watch a son honor his mother after she donated her body to science – Dr. O’Neill helps us understand the emotions of this generous choice. All this on the next Cycle of Health. Watch Cycle of Health on Thursday at 8 p.m. on WCNY
Published - September 5, 2016
“Where words fail, music speaks.” – Hans Christian Andersen These words rarely ring more true than when an artist strives to make sense of senselessness. In so many ways, music can provide a focus for emotions that are difficult to express. In this episode, music in response to overwhelming events, from Armenia, Germany, and the United States. “In Memoriam” Joan Tower: In Memory Tokoyo String Quartet “Joan Tower: Instrumental Music” Naxos Leah Curtis: To Rest In Peace Studio Orchestra “To Rest In Peace (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)” Leah Curtis Sylvia Glickman: The Walls Are Quiet Now Lehigh Valley Chamber Orchestra,
