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WCNY Names Rich Ezzo Vice President of Sales and Marketing

Published - October 15, 2024

WCNY, Central New York’s public communications organization, is pleased to announce the appointment of Rich Ezzo as Vice President of Sales and Marketing. With 30 years of experience in business development and marketing, Rich has a proven track record of driving growth in the organizations he has served. In this new role, Rich will focus on deepening WCNY’s regional presence and expanding the station’s national footprint, leveraging his experience and relationships to build new partnerships while remaining deeply committed to strengthening the station’s community impact. Originally from Syracuse, Rich was Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Catalyst, a WPP

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Oct. 14, 2024: Ida Trebicka & Scott Cuellar, St. Peter’s Concerts

Published - October 14, 2024

The next concert series from St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Cazenovia kicks off this weekend with an outstanding trio of musicians. Organizer Ida Trebicka and pianist Scott Cuellar stopped into the studios to talk about the concert, the connections made by these musicians, and the joys of teaching. More information about this concert is available here.

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Check It Out: Why Airports and Books are the BEST

Published - October 12, 2024

It’s been almost two years since the Onondaga County Public Libraries started their Ready Runway at SYR; grab a free book before you get on the plane! Also, hear what’s coming next for the SYR Community Art Program from our guest, Matt Szwejbka, Public Communications Officer for the Syracuse Regional Airport Authority.

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S09 Ep07: Magic and Mysteries

Published - October 12, 2024

“I would not want to live in a world without dragons, as I would not want to live in a world with magic, for that is a world without mystery.” R.A. Salvatore It’s an episode filled with magic and mystery, from spells to fairytales to myths and goddesses. Works and performances by women as they delve into the unknown and legendary. “Magic and Mysteries” Paul Juon: Valse lente (Dryaden reigen im Mondschein) Zoe Samsarelou, piano “Ek-stasis: Dionysus, Nymphs and Satyrs” Divine Art 21237 Clarice Assad: Book of Spells Merian Ensemble “Book of Spells” Navona 6644 Cornelia Sommer:

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Oct. 10, 2024: Larry Almeida, guitar & Fr. Philip Major

Published - October 10, 2024

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church is hosting guitarist Larry Almeida this weekend for a concert benefitting the Open Doors Project. Larry and Fr. Philip Major stopped by the studios to talk about the concert, the Open Doors Project, and the arts community in Syracuse. More information at the St. Paul’s Episcopal Church website here.

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Firebarn Chats, Episode 6 – Syracuse’s Diverse Architecture

Published - October 10, 2024

Federal, Greek Revival, Colonial, Art Deco, Queen Anne, Italianate. Varied forms of architecture, all of which are present in the Syracuse area. In this edition of Firebarn Chats, host Madelyn Kelly talks with Dr. Sam Gruber, American art and architecture historian and preservationist. They discuss the significance of this wonderful variety of architecture all around us, and the influence of people like Gustav Stickley and Ward Wellington Ward, going all the way back to the construction techniques of the native Haudenosaunee. Two events of interest coming up for local art aficionados and preservationists: A half-day symposium on October 19, “The

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CNY Latino Podcast, Episode 57 – More from NASCAR in Watkins Glen

Published - October 10, 2024

(#57, 10/10/24) All month, CNY Latino Podcast offers a series of interviews, conversations, and demonstrations. We will also cover many different highlights, events, and encounters we ran into during our two-day stay at the 2024 NASCAR Race that happened in the beautiful Finger Lakes town of Watkins Glen. (Note: since these recordings were taken with video, there will be several parts of these sound-clips, with nothing but cars engines noises and specific ‘mechanic-based’ background sounds.) En este episodio, realizaremos una serie de entrevistas, conversaciones y demostraciones de muchos aspectos destacados, eventos, encuentros y sucesos diferentes que vimos durante nuestra estadía

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Oct. 9, 2024: Ostinato – Cayuga Chamber Orchestra

Published - October 9, 2024

It’s another concert from the Cayuga Chamber Orchestra. Music Director Guillaume Pirard and Executive Director Sarah Chandler stopped by to chat about the concert, guest artist Orion Weiss, and how CCO Ithaca is making music available to everyone. More from CCO Ithaca is available here.

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Built to Serve, Episode 27 – HOPE for Bereaved

Published - October 8, 2024

When a loved one dies, it invariably changes your life. Since 1978, HOPE for Bereaved has provided grieving children, teens and adults with critical support, understanding, coping strategies, friendship and hope to the bereaved; as well as education, consultation and resources for their families, friends, employers, school/daycare staff, co-workers and invested professionals, all at no charge. In this Built to Serve, Host Major Charles Roberts welcomes HOPE for Bereaved Executive Director Kelly Ocampo.

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WCNY to Host Live Debate for New York’s 22nd Congressional District

Published - October 7, 2024

WCNY, Central New York’s public communications organization, will host a live debate for New York’s 22nd Congressional District between incumbent Republican Brandon Williams and Democratic challenger John Mannion on Tuesday, Oct. 8 at 8 p.m. on WCNY-TV. The debate will be moderated by David Lombardo of WCNY’s public affairs shows, “The Capitol Pressroom” and “CONNECT: NY.” The closely contested race for the 22nd Congressional District has garnered national attention, as its winner could help determine which party controls the House of Representatives in 2025. Following a court-ordered redistricting in 2022, Republican Brandon Williams narrowly defeated Democrat Francis Conole. In 2024,

WCNY to Host Live Debate for New York’s 22nd Congressional District Seat on October 8

Published - October 7, 2024

WCNY, Central New York’s public communications organization, will host a live debate for New York’s 22nd Congressional District between incumbent Republican Brandon Williams and Democratic challenger John Mannion on Tuesday, Oct. 8 at 8 p.m. on WCNY-TV. The debate will be moderated by David Lombardo of WCNY’s public affairs shows, “The Capitol Pressroom” and “CONNECT: NY.” The closely contested race for the 22nd Congressional District has garnered national attention, as its winner could help determine which party controls the House of Representatives in 2025. Following a court-ordered redistricting in 2022, Republican Brandon Williams narrowly defeated Democrat Francis Conole. In 2024,

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S09 Ep06: One and All

Published - October 5, 2024

“The power of one, if fearless and focused, is formidable, but the power of many working together is better.” – Gloria Macapagal Arroyo It’s a delicate balancing act, composing a concerto, the soloist and orchestra working together without overpowering one another. This week, a program filled with music for One and All. “One and All” Jennifer Higdon: Harp Concerto, Mvt. 2 Yolanda Kondonassis, harp Rochester Philharmonic; Ward Stare, conductor “American Rapture” Azica Maria Newman: Concerto for Cello and String Orchestra Andrew Shulman, cello; Malibu Coast Chamber Orchestra; Scott Hosfeld, conductor “Maria Newman: The Art of the Chamber Orchestra, Book

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Oct. 3, 2024: Laura Lentz & Eric Polenik, 5×5

Published - October 3, 2024

Five by Five is an innovative new music ensemble based in Rochester. This weekend they are presenting two concerts with the Society for New Music, “Fantastical Stories/Historias Fantásticas.” We spoke to 5×5 members Laura Lentz (flutist and artistic director) and Eric Polenik (bassist) about the group, their collaborations, their commission with Robert Sierra, and so much more! More about Five by Five is available here. And the Society for New Music website here.

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Central Current Radio – Elections Commissioner Dustin Czarny on the 2024 Election Cycle

Published - October 3, 2024

In this episode, Central Current Radio hosts Maximilian Eyle and Dr. Rick Wright are joined by Onondaga County Election Commissioner Dustin Czarny to discuss how this year’s election cycle is unfolding. They review legislative progress to make voting more accessible, deadlines for registration and mail-in ballot requests, the court order to redraw Onondaga County Legislature’s district maps, and more. Visit the Onondaga County Board of Elections website for more information and resources, and sign up for Central Current’s newsletter for ongoing local election coverage.

CNYLatino Podcast

CNY Latino Podcast, Episode 60 – 2024 NASCAR Race in Watkins Glen

Published - October 3, 2024

(#60, 10/3/24) In this episode of CNY Latino Podcast, a series of interviews, conversations, and demonstrations. We will also cover many different highlights, events, and encounters we ran into during our two-day stay at the 2024 NASCAR Race that happened in the beautiful Finger Lakes town of Watkins Glen. (Note: since these recordings were taken with video, there will be several parts of these sound-clips, with nothing but cars engines noises and specific ‘mechanic-based’ background sounds.) En este episodio, realizaremos una serie de entrevistas, conversaciones y demostraciones de muchos aspectos destacados, eventos, encuentros y sucesos diferentes que vimos durante nuestra

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