Monthly Archives: July, 2024

Funky Foodies Episode 207: The Funkies and the Bake Sale Blunder

Published - July 13, 2024

Glow lets the Funkies use the Greasy Spoon’s kitchen to make cookies for a bake sale to raise money to buy the vacant lot that means so much to Dr. Beaker, but a few uninvited visitors eat away at their plans. Kid-friendly recipe: Flourless Peanut Butter Cookies. Funky Foodies is a podcast for kids, and it’s produced right here in Central New York. Tween foodies Frankie, Fern, and Zara share a passion for food and its impacts on the environment. Adventures follow after they form an alliance called Funky Foodies, Inc., pledging to, “Save the Planet, One Veggie Burger at

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Zestful Aging – Coming Out While Coming of Age

Published - July 13, 2024

Imagine being successful in all of the ways society defines success: the house with the ocean view, two successful sons, a kind and loving husband and a satisfying career. Yet something wasn’t quite right. There was a longing that wouldn’t go away. Right in the midst of middle age, Suzette Mullen admitted to herself that she was in love with her best friend of almost twenty years, a woman. Author and book coach, Mullen tells us the story of how she sacrificed everything to be true to herself in her award winning memoir, The Only Way Through Is Out. Find

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S08 Ep46: Patchwork Quilt, Part XLII

Published - July 13, 2024

“Each individual is as individual as their fingerprints, and I think that’s extraordinary.” – Annie Lennox   Time to add another block to our Patchwork Quilt.  Enjoy the great music from women on this episode! “Patchwork Quilt, Part XLII” Amanda Harberg:  Tambourin, from Court Dances Cobus du Toit, flute; Amanda Harberg, piano “From the Rooftop” Neuma Recordings Geghuni Chitchyan:  Sonatina Şahan Arzruni, piano “By Women: piano works by Armenian women composers” AGBU/Positively Armenian Sophia Jani:  Six Pieces for Solo Violin Teresa Allgaier, violin “Six Pieces for Solo Violin” Squama Recordings Joanne Baker:  Piano Sonata Kristín Jónína Taylor, piano “Midwest Piano Sonatas”

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The Joy of Why: What Happens in the Brain to Cause Depression?

Published - July 12, 2024

Quanta Magazine’s The Joy of Why is a special addition to WCNY Community FM. It’s hosted by Cornell mathematician Steven Strogatz, and senior produced by Genevieve Sponsler (also a producer here at WCNY Community FM). Steve and his co-host, astrophysicist Janna Levin, take turns at the mic, interview leading researchers about the great scientific and mathematical questions of our time. For decades, the best drug therapies for treating depression, like SSRIs, have been based on the idea that depressed brains don’t have enough of the neurotransmitter serotonin. Yet for almost as long, it’s been clear that simplistic theory is wrong.

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From Suarez’s Basement – A New Era for Documentary Filmmakers

Published - July 11, 2024

Talented film producer Sarah Dowland visits with host Francisco Suarez in this edition of From Suarez’s Basement! In the episode, Professor Suarez discusses Dowland’s career transition from visual effects to her work as a film producer, as well as her definition of visual effects and the effect she thinks AI will have on the film industry. Later on, they discuss the documentary she has been producing which was released earlier this year called Sue Bird: In the Clutch and how she came to work on this film. If you want to learn more about the intricate art of filmmaking, then

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CNY Latino Podcast, Episode 51 – Jeweler and Artist Daniel Carbajal

Published - July 11, 2024

(#51, 7/11/24) In this episode of CNY Latino Podcast, we talk with jeweler and artist Daniel Carbajal; not only about making precious ornaments and charms, but also about how to attach emotions and sentimental values to those “materialistic” gifts, for a special ‘Mother’s Day.’ Also, we talk – in English – to a Latinx actress, writer, and movie producer. Even though she has struggled to reach where she is now, she has also developed a way to enjoy it as it goes, despite the setbacks! En este episodio, hablamos con el Joyero y Artista Daniel Carbajal, no sólo de realizar

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Apply Today for the Fall Session of WCNY’s Entertainment Academy!

Published - July 10, 2024

WCNY, Central New York’s public communications organization, is excited to announce that applications are now open for the spring session of WCNY’s Entertainment Academy, with classes scheduled to start on Aug. 22. Three times a year, WCNY’s Entertainment Academy offers a fourteen-week training program in the TV and film production trades. The Academy provides training for the next generation of television and film production engineers, electricians, set designers, sound mixers, and camera operators to help support the growing entertainment industry in Central New York. The program also creates a pathway for job placements through local unions, including I.A.T.S.E. Local 52

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ARISE: Providing a Ladder to Success

Published - July 10, 2024

The ARISE podcast comes to WCNY Community FM from ARISE in Syracuse. Hosted by CEO Tania S. Anderson, each episode introduces listeners to someone in our community supporting access and independence for those with disabilities. In this episode, a conversation with an Employment program participant, Vinny, who works for the Oswego City Department of Public Works. The ARISE Employment program has mentored Vinny since he graduated from high school four years ago.

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Firebarn Chats, Episode 3 – Housing Rights and Housing Justice in Syracuse

Published - July 10, 2024

This edition of Firebarn Chats features a discussion of housing rights and housing justice in the City of Syracuse. Host Madelyn Kelly’s guest is fair housing advocate and 9th District Onondaga County Legislator Palmer Harvey. She is also a co-founder of the Syracuse Tenants Union. Firebarn Chats is a new radio spinoff of the popular Strathmore Speakers Series.    

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Central Current Radio – Jazz in the City!

Published - July 10, 2024

Larry Luttinger has been a force of nature on the local jazz scene for decades. His organization, CNY Jazz Central, is dedicated to presenting and preserving jazz as a unique American art form using the finest local, regional, and national artists available. In this edition of Central Current Radio, hosts Rick Wright and Max Eyle talk with Larry about that mission, and this summer’s Jazz in the City series.  

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Talk CNY – NBT Bank’s Dave Kavney

Published - July 10, 2024

When thinking of any bank or financial institution, it’s likely you think of a place to manage your money, maybe a physical building or an ATM. All of that is a part of the banking ecosystem, but it’s not the whole of it. Our financial institutions are involved in much more, from financing the projects that enable us to grow to supporting nonprofits. This podcast produced by CenterState CEO is an example of that work, with NBT Bank serving as our presenting sponsor. On this episode of Talk CNY, NBT Bank’s Regional President for Central New York and the Mohawk

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The World Series of Bocce: A Celebration of Sport, Family and Community

Published - July 9, 2024

“The World Series of Bocce: A Celebration of Sport, Family and Community” is a documentary short that captures the intense competition at the annual World Series of Bocce tournament in Rome, New York, while highlighting the event’s economic, social and community impact. Tune in for the premiere on Thursday, July 11 at 10 p.m. on WCNY-TV. The special will re-air on Sunday, July 21 at 3:30 p.m. and Saturday, July 27 at 8 p.m. on WCNY-TV.  

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See Santana & Counting Crows Live in Syracuse on July 24!

Published - July 9, 2024

Love live music and WCNY? Support WCNY and enjoy an unforgettable evening at the Santana and Counting Crows concert live at the Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview on Wednesday, July 24. Your donation of $75 or more to WCNY secures two tickets. Tickets are limited. Call 315.551.6838 to reserve your tickets today!

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Syracuse (On)Stage, Episode 19 – 50 Years of Syracuse Stage: An Oral History

Published - July 9, 2024

Throughout the 50th anniversary season, audience members were invited to record a memory of their experiences at Syracuse Stage. Recorded in an audio booth located right in their lobby, enjoy a short compilation of the Syracuse Stage oral history.  

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