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Alcoholism treatment physician, scientist, and author of the new groundbreaking book “The Psychology of Mass Addiction,” Dr. Brian Johnson defines alcoholism as “Repeated harm from drinking.” He discusses how the “denial system” keeps people from recognizing the problem, how family members unwittingly support denial (“co-dependent”), how relationship trauma drives people to substitute alcohol for...

(#73, 5/19/25) In this episode of CNY Latino: cnylatinonewspaper.com/ Podcast, Marisol Hernandez will talk with Alba Huerta and the “Trailblazing Latina Woman in Mixology: Alba Huerta”; Marisol will also give a very brief description of the International Taste of Syracuse. Then, Hugo and Marisol will be interviewing a Colombian group of all-women called Las Guaracheras, that were performing in the...

The first collaborative school of its kind in Central New York is on the horizon. The city of Syracuse, the Syracuse City School District (SCSD), Onondaga County, and schools from Onondaga, Cortland, and Madison Counties are coming together to establish the region's first STEAM-focused high school. This high school will provide a rigorous academic curriculum emphasizing Science, Technology, Engine...

Symphonic music has been in, around, and throughout Central New York forever (or at least since 1892.) And rightly so, because music is the glue that holds communities together, and The Syracuse Orchestra has been holding down and expanding the great traditions, all while preparing for the future. On this episode of Built to Serve, Lara Mosby, who leads Community Engagement for The Syracuse Orches...

The Cold War ended decades ago, but nuclear weapons are still with us. This month on Science Today, we learn how scientists are confronting controversial issues surrounding our aging nuclear arsenal. Also, what does virtual food taste like? We may be close to finding out.

It may seem like a slow week as we ease past Memorial Day, but Tom has his good friend, Yona, in to talk about the many interesting things where the libraries come to YOU out in the community. They will be at the Farmer's Market, Mets game, Pride day and many other fun events. All in this week's edition of Check It Out, the 495th most interesting library-based podcast (in New York)!

(#73, 5/19/25) In this episode of CNY Latino Podcast, we will have two interviews, the first interview with Matias Roth by Marisol Hernandez, about Book of Artist. As part of the event to celebrate this publication and the publication of many other Latinos writers and book authors, in the famous Point of Contact Cantor at the Warehouse Building of Syracuse University in downtown Syracuse. We also...

On the latest edition of North Words, we talk with Adirondack writer and naturalist Ed Kanze about his new book - a collection of his columns and essays from the last couple of decades, and how he continues to see the natural world with fresh eyes.  And Kingston's Bill Welychka (well-ITCH-kuh) shares his unusual life journey - from being a top entertainment journalist to local television, to selli...

On this weeks addition of Check It Out, Tom and Maggie talk over a whole host of fun events going on across the Library landscape. From the Light A Candle for Literacy book festival, which has been moved up to June 7th, to their Mets tabling nights, and they take a look at some stuff that’s going to be happening for summer reading. This year‘s theme for summer reading is "Color Our World"!

Columnist Sean Kirst has returned to writing in Syracuse after nearly a decade away. Now the newest member of the Central Current newsroom, the veteran journalist joins hosts Maximilian Eyle and Dr. Rick Wright to discuss the importance of focus and storytelling in how we understand the community we live in. They revisit the tragedy of Pan Am flight 103 which exploded over Lockerbie, Scotland in 1...

On the latest episode of Repeating History, our guest is Dr. Adam Laats. Dr. Laats is the author of Mr. Lancaster's System: The Failed Reform that Created America's Public Schools , published in 2024. Professor Laats and Bob discuss the origins of the American public education system in response to the unsuccessful Lancastrian movement Dewitt Clinton imported to New York from Great Britain in the...

(#72, 5/5/25) In this episode of CNY Latino Podcast, we will have two interviews, one with interview with Maximilian Eyle about the event of the Hiscock Legal Aid Society an evening of celebration and community engagement in the famous Salt City Market in downtown Syracuse, and also to talk about him as a local Latino leader. the second interview with both Juan Proaño and Dr. Ray Serrano from LULA...

On this edition of Innovate to Educate, host Jody Manning is joined by two educators, Tim Nicholas and Owen Valentine and two of their students from the Communication Arts CTE Program at Liverpool High School, Alannah Edwards, and Selah Poulsen. The Communication Arts CTE Pathway at Liverpool High School immerses students in the dynamic world of media, offering hands-on experience with professiona...

It's always a fine day in the 315 when the Orange win. But Intercollegiate athletics is so much more than a team's record. SU Athletic Director John Wildhack brought all the goods to this episode. From his halcyon days at the young ESPN, John grew to become Executive Vice President, negotiating contracts to air Wimbledon and the World Cup, just a couple of the highlights. John brings all his passi...

On this edition of CNY Heroes Dan’s guests are Juliet Nadeau, Community Care Coordinator for the SyracuseServes program and program team leader Vincent DelSignore. SyracuseServes, hosted by the Institute for Veterans and Military Families at Syracuse University, is designed to connect veterans, service members and families with the wide range of benefits, services and assistance available to them....

Can computers think more like humans? Learn how neuromorphic computing technology, using hardware and algorithms based on brain anatomy, provide more adaptability and efficiency than current artificial intelligence systems. New findings about microscopic plastic contamination in our bodies. Plus, on this month’s episode of Science Today, the answer to an age-old question— what is the best way to b...

You may not know him, but his company creates a LOT of fun at the libraries in Onondaga County. This week, we welcome Danny Tripodi of RetroGameCon. They are the group that brings a host of old school, 64bit fun to various libraries during the holidays and for the upcoming summer reading season. Maggie is player one, Tom is player two and you are invited to grab a controller for this week's editio...

Former SUNY Upstate President Dr. Greg Eastwood talks about how research has driven the dramatic increase in life span since 1900, and the human cost of federal budget cuts on research and health care at medical schools, VA hospitals and clinics, and for those of us on Medicare and Medicaid.

Playwright and actor Kate Hamill talks about her adaptation of Jane Austen’s "Sense and Sensibility" with director Jason O’Connell for Syracuse Stage’s upcoming production. 

(#71, 4/17/25) In this episode of CNY Latino Podcast, we will have two interviews, Beatriz Mateos, a Spanish author and former professor, was interviewed about her historical novel "When Stealth Lurks," which follows a family fleeing Nazi persecution during World War II. She spoke about her writing process, research methods, and the inspiration behind her book, which was sparked by a visit to Hear...

On this edition of Our New Neighbors, hosts Ibrahim and Maryna are joined by Osman Hassan. Osman fled from his native country of Somalia to Kenya with his family to escape conflict in the early 90’s, then came to America in search of a better life. Osman discusses his journey to America, his experience resettling in Syracuse, and the various ways that he is using that experience to help others tha...

Spring Break week is upon the Check It Out crew, and they have come prepared with events going on at over 17 libraries in the county. Plus, Tom and Maggie will tell you about an event where you can help stock Green Lakes with fish AND get a library card! All on this week's Check It Out.

On this edition of Innovate to Educate, Jody Manning is joined by Ian Alexander, Dredin Thomas, and Ti Gibson who are currently enrolled in Big Picture High School in LaFayette. These students host and produce the official podcast of the Big Picture High School "Behind the Picture" that brings you a mix of school news, fun banter, and interviews from students, teachers, and people from the communi...

On the latest edition of North Words, Mitch Teich talks with NPR’s Mary Louise Kelly about the breathtaking year that led to her memoir, “It Goes So Fast.”  Plus, why a recording session in Tupper Lake was interrupted by an emergency trip to… a thrift store.  We’ll meet the members of Drifter and hear some music from “The Tupper Tapes, Volume 1.”  And a photographer looks back on a snapshot in tim...

(#70, 4/3/25) In this episode of CNY Latino Podcast, we will have two interviews, one with Richard, a musician and former movie producer, shared his journey from struggling musician to successful film producer and back to music. He discussed his musical background, influences, and current projects, including his passion for Latin jazz and rock tunes from the 1960s. Richard also talked about his up...