Published - September 11, 2024
There is an entire economic ecosystem connected to the creative economy. And whether you’re onstage, in the box office, or in the audience, we’re all apart of it. Dr. Travis Newton from Le Moyne College reveals the financial impact of arts & culture organizations in Central NY in this edition of Syracuse (On)Stage, hosted by Melissa Crespo.
Published - September 8, 2024
“All music is beautiful.” – Billy Strayhorn Music performed by small ensembles is something to behold. On this episode, we hear performances quartets, from strings to saxophones and more. “Four by Four, Part 2” Esther Swift: 7/8 CLOUDS Harp Quartet “Up She Rises” Independent Emilie Mayer: String Quartet in G Major Constanze String Quartet “Emilie Mayer String Quartets, Vol. 1” CPO 555 600 Andrzej Karałow: Particulae lucis Messages Quartet “There are some nebulae no eye can dispel” Chopin University Press Clarice Assad: Bluezilian LA Guitar Quartet “LAGQ Brazil” Telarc 80686 Alex Nante: Altro Castello Ensemble Rayuela “Tableaux” Dux 1635 Esther Swift:
Published - September 5, 2024
With the reappearance of school buses on our streets, and the wispy hints of autumn air, we are surely in “back to school” mode. Our schools are facing great challenges: high absentee rates, the increase in violence, and flux in other social determinants of health. Instead of focusing on one local non-profit, this edition of Built to Serve brings us the story of broadcasting legend Dr. Rick (Roosevelt) Wright, who lives a purpose-driven life. He tells how he overcame racial discrimination to reveal the keys to a successful life: self-determination, spirituality, and value of community and family members, teachers, and
Published - September 5, 2024
We’ve all passed a homeless person holding up a cardboard sign, conflicted over whether to ignore and move on, or to stop and help. John and Leigh-Ann Tumino say there’s a story behind every cardboard sign and all people have value despite their circumstances. In this edition of Firebarn Chats, they recount the incredible story of how they were inspired to stop and help during an encounter on a Route 81 offramp in 2011. The Tuminos tell co-hosts Mary Beth Horsington and Patty Black how they walked away from a successful restaurant business and risked everything to create In My
Published - September 5, 2024
In this edition of Central Current Radio, Host Dr. Rick Wright and Central Current Executive Director Max Eyle talk about the latest national trends in journalism, current initiatives, and projects underway at Central New York’s non-profit local news source.
Published - September 5, 2024
(#54, 9/5/24) In this episode of CNY Latino Podcast, we are talking about the New York State Fair and the Latino Village during its last 5 days. En este episodio completo, estamos hablando sobre la Feria del Estado de Nueva York y el Latino Village durante sus últimos 5 días
Published - September 4, 2024
Jeffrey Siegel returns to The Munson this weekend for a program of “Dances for the Ears – Listen to the Dance!” Jeffrey spoke to host Diane Jones about the program, and the joys of Keyboard Conversations in bringing audiences together in the hall. Find out more about Jeffrey and Keyboard Conversations here. And about The Munson here.
Published - September 4, 2024
WCNY, Central New York’s public communications organization, is proud to announce Central New York’s first Spanish-language radio initiative, Pulso Central, debuting on September 15 during Hispanic Heritage Month. This new community-supported station will feature music, and local and national shows hosted by talented individuals discussing a range of topics relevant to the Spanish-speaking population in Central New York and the Mohawk Valley. Pulso Central will reach 19 counties on WCNY 91.3 HD-2 in Syracuse, WUNY 89.5 HD-2 in Utica, and WJNY 90.9 HD-2 in Watertown. It will also be accessible online at pulsocentral.com and streaming on the Pulso Central app.
