Published - February 10, 2025
Join David Lombardo from WCNY’s “The Capitol Pressroom” and “CONNECT NY” as he hosts Classic FM’s Presidents’ Day Special, sharing the legacy of past leaders and the music they inspired. Tune in on Monday, Feb. 17 at 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. on Classic FM! WCNY-91.3 Syracuse | WUNY-89.5 Utica/Rome | WJNY-90.9 Watertown Learn more about Classic FM at wcny.org/radio.
Published - February 10, 2025
WCNY’s TravelAuc Continues Online with Biweekly Auctions Beginning February 11! Choose from hundreds of exciting travel packages, including destinations across the United States, the Caribbean, France, Canada, and beyond—available to bid on or buy now! To preview the full list of trips before the auction starts, visit wcny.org/travelauction. TravelAuc Online Highlights: – New trips added biweekly through June! – WCNY membership is not required to bid. – Browse and bid online–it’s easy! – Each online auction opens Tuesday at 9 p.m. and closes Sunday at 9 p.m. Bid vs. Buy it Now Once a bid is placed, the buy it now option disappears. So, if you really want the trip,
Published - February 8, 2025
“I’d never heard anybody play like that – short pearls on the string that just rung with the sweetness of honey.” – Nokuthula Endo Ngwenyama Women of color are still a relative rarity in the classical music world. So on this episode, we’ll hear performances from several women working today, and making new paths and opportunities for tomorrow. Women of Color: Performers, Part 8 Flutronix & Third Coast Percussion: Play, from Rubix Flutronix (Nathalie Joachim & Allison Loggins-Hull) Third Coast Percussion “Perspectives” Cedille 210 Judith Lang Zaimont: Serenade Melissa White, violin Paul Wiancko, cello; Awadagin Pratt, piano “Eternal
Published - February 6, 2025
On this episode of Our New Neighbors, host Ibrahim Mohamed is joined by chef Christo who came to America in order to escape conflict in his home country of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Today Christo is an entrepreneur and the owner of the CongoBox food truck, where he serves the community authentic food from his home country. Christo discusses his reasons for coming to America, his experience here, and shares valuable tips to those who wish to do the same.
Published - February 6, 2025
Pianist Elyane Laussade is coming to the Rome area for a short tour. Concerts include chamber music, a solo concert, a masterclass – and even a bit of theater! We spoke to Elyane as well as members of the Alliance Classical Players about the concerts and the importance of live music. More about Elyane Laussade (including the performance details) is available on her website. And the Alliance Classical Players Facebook page is available here.
Published - February 6, 2025
Former Onondaga County Executive and President of SUNY ESF Joanie Mahoney joins hosts Maximilian Eyle and Dr. Rick Wright on Central Current’s inaugural episode of “It’s Happening Here”, a new podcast exploring how local news, local government, and local civic engagement impacts our democracy. The three discuss the challenges of information fragmentation in CNY, the need for humanizing political discourse, and Central Current’s collaboration with ArtRage to produce a photojournalism exhibit on the housing crisis.
Published - February 5, 2025
The Silverwood Clarinet Choir presents “Name That Clarinet” – a chance to hear clarinets that might be unfamiliar to you. Ken and Kathy Freer from the choir, along with Ron Caravan, guest conductor, stopped into the studios to tell us more about this concert, the clarinets featured on the concert, and even share a sample of a live performance from the choir. Information about the Silverwood Clarinet Choir is available here.
Published - February 5, 2025
The energy requirements of AI computing present an environmental challenge. How will it be resolved? A new approach to combating the herpes virus. Also on Science Today, the unexpected power of placebo, the search for alien life and an update on planetary exploration.
Published - February 5, 2025
Dan’s guest on this episode of CNY Heroes is Ryan Woodruff, a Marine Corps veteran who did 2 tours in Iraq and is now the CEO of Clear Path for Veterans, based in Chittenango. Ryan has been with Clear Path since 2016, when he became both a client and a peer educator, pairing veterans with dogs and training the animals to become service dogs. We catch up with Ryan on his journey and Clear Path’s services since we first interviewed him 2 years ago.
Published - February 4, 2025
Alzheimer’s’ disease affects an estimated 2.9 million people over the age of 65 in the United States. African Americans are 35% less likely to be diagnosed with Alzheimer’s yet twice as likely to develop dementia than most of the country. This month’s edition features 100 Black Men of Syracuse and the Central NY Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association and their collaboration on an event taking place March 12th at the Dunbar Center in Syracuse. Local and National experts on the subject will be presenting best practices and taking questions in a Town Hall on “A Peace of Mind.” More information on
Published - February 3, 2025
Dr. Neckup psychologist Rich O’Neill talks with Mr. Tom Ringwood NP, the director of SUNY Upstate’s Outpatient Addiction and Pain Clinic, about the ongoing giant experiment here in the United States. Many states have legalized marijuana for recreational and medical use. They have done so thinking marijuana is safe, fun, and has many health benefits. But few benefits have been adequately researched. And about 20 to 30% of new users become addicted with some surprising negative consequences. Here are the facts.
Published - February 1, 2025
This week on Check It Out, we welcome first-time guest Kelsey Hall. Kelsey is the Director of the Tully Free Library. We talk about the big changes coming to their library this spring. And Maggie and Tom recap the Literacy Day with the Syracuse Crunch, which was a huge success.
Published - February 1, 2025
The Ditzy Daisies make a mess of the pie eating contest and their fast fashion outfits, but the Funkies come up with a creative solution that makes the Slow Fashion Show a huge success. 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 a Time.” Kid-friendly recipes reflecting the theme of each episode are included.
Published - February 1, 2025
“People can’t be what they can’t see. Representation matters.” – Kalena Bovell, conductor There are many ways to inspire young musicians. Just performing, being a visible example of what is achievable, can be more influential than you may realize. And of course, being an educator has a direct impact on others. Not to mention arts organizers and leaders in advocacy organizations. This episode highlights women of color who are leaders, in a myriad of roles, providing guidance and inspiration to others along their way. “Women of Color – Leaders, Part 5” Zenobia Powell Perry: Cycle of Songs on
