Brews & Banter

Most people don’t realize how a life filled with music, danger, and love can lead to a compelling new career in writing—and this episode proves it. Debora Masterson’s journey from dancer and musician to author will surprise you and inspire you to live your truth, no matter where life takes you. Debora shares her extraordinary story of how her love affair with a talented, unconventional musician ch...

This week on Brews & Banter, Roman and Frank welcome Marissa and Jenn, the hosts of the Crazy Real Bugge & Zogg Podcast, for a fun-filled episode that starts with one of the most unique beers we've ever tasted... pickle beer! 🥒🍺 Let's just say it sparked some interesting reactions and set the tone for a great conversation. From there, we dive into their journey into the podcasting world,...

This week on Brews & Banter, Roman and Frank welcome Yvonne Conte to the studio for a heartfelt and unforgettable conversation about her latest book, Beneath Her Smile. Yvonne is an accomplished author, speaker, comedian, and corporate trainer who has spent years helping people find balance between their professional and personal lives. During our conversation, we dive into the inspiration beh...

Join us as Sandy Martin shares her compelling journey from mold exposure to recovery, revealing the hidden dangers lurking in our environments. Discover how mold can mimic neurological diseases and learn practical tips for detection and removal. Sandy's story emphasizes the body's natural ability to heal when given the right support. Highlights: - Mold's impact on health and how to detect it - Imp...

This week on Brews & Banter, Roman and Frank welcome back Chad Meigs, owner of Drink NY Craft and Third Space Distribution, for another great conversation centered around New York's thriving craft beverage scene. As someone who works directly with breweries and producers across the state, Chad brings a unique insider perspective on the industry. We talk about the growth of New York craft beer,...

This week on Brews & Banter, Roman and Frank sit down with Stephanie Volles for a conversation full of laughs, resilience, and one absolutely legendary pandemic story. Stephanie — a bartender, mom, model, and actress — shares how during COVID she came up with the hilarious idea of having people buy oranges, write messages on them, and send an entire pallet of them to then-Governor Cuomo. What...

This week on Brews & Banter, Roman and Frank welcome back Bruce Alexander for his second appearance on the show — and his first time in the new studio. Bruce, a former firefighter turned life coach, joins the guys for a great conversation about personal growth, mindset, and helping people get themselves back on the right path. Through his coaching and mentoring work, Bruce focuses on pushing p...

This week on Brews & Banter, Roman and Frank welcome Tom and Robyn from the band Fatman and Robyn into the studio for an awesome night of music, stories, and drinks. The duo will be performing at this year’s Hops on the Seneca on June 13th, and after hearing them talk about their journey — and hearing about their performances — it’s easy to understand why people don’t want them to stop playing...

This week on Brews & Banter, Roman and Frank welcome Len Modelewski into the studio for one of the most beer-focused episodes we’ve had yet 🍻 Len is a passionate home brewer and a member of the American Homebrewers Association, and he came prepared — bringing along some of his latest homemade batches for us to try. We dive into the world of home brewing, what it takes to craft great beer from...

This week on Brews & Banter, Roman and Frank welcome Andrea Atcheson into the studio — and it turns into part health talk, part reunion. Andrea, who went to school with Frank, joins the show to catch up and share what she’s been building professionally. Andrea works with people to help them better understand their medical diagnoses, with a strong focus on heart health and lifestyle changes. We...

This week on Brews & Banter, Roman and Frank connect remotely with Jessica Merritt, also known as @beerbabejess — a marketing and creative director, craft beer enthusiast, and author of Rethink Everything You Know About Craft Beer. Joining us from California, Jess shares her journey through the craft beer industry, how she built her brand, and what inspired her to challenge the way people thin...

This week on Brews & Banter, Roman and Frank sit down with Kelly and Angel for a fun and meaningful conversation about community, family, and giving back. Kelly shares the story behind her annual Bowling for Autism event — something she started in Pennsylvania and has now brought to Central New York. Inspired by her autistic brother, Kelly has been creating a space where families can come toge...

This week on Brews & Banter, Roman and Frank are joined by two great guests — Nate from Lock 1 Distilling Company and returning guest Mike, the man behind Rockstar Music Bingo. Nate makes his first appearance on the show and comes prepared, bringing along some delicious beers from Heritage Hill Brewhouse to keep the conversation flowing. We get into what’s happening over at Lock 1, the local c...

This week on Brews & Banter, Roman and Frank welcome back Chong, owner of Science of 8 Limbs, along with coach Sam, for an awesome conversation about growth, discipline, and the art of Muay Thai. Chong shares the story behind the rapid expansion of his gym, including the opening of a new location complete with a full sparring ring — a huge step forward for his students and the local fight comm...

In this remote episode of Brews & Banter, Roman and Frank sit down with Anthony Dyer, author of Moon Child: A Warrior's Reckoning with War & Addiction. Anthony shares his journey from Appalachia to serving as a Combat Special Missions Aviator on AC-130 gunships, and the challenges he faced transitioning back to civilian life, including PTSD and personal struggles along the way. The convers...

This week on Brews & Banter, Roman and Frank welcome back friend of the show Chris Thompson for a great conversation about photography, business, and leveling up your creative game. Chris is the owner of CST Media Productions, where he provides professional photography and media services for real estate, families, sports, and drone work — and has now expanded into social media marketing and co...

Listener Note: This episode discusses sensitive topics, including violence and loss of life. Listener discretion is advised. This episode of Brews & Banter is one of the most powerful and emotional conversations we’ve had. Roman and Frank sit down with Heather Wood, founder of Stupendous Love, to share her story of unimaginable loss and incredible resilience. Heather opens up about the tragic...

This week on Brews & Banter, Roman and Frank reconnect with returning guest Lance Manyon, host of the Real Bad Radio. Joining us remotely from Canada, Lance shares what life has been like since his move from Colorado and how he’s been getting involved in the local music scene. Lance talks about playing in a band for live gigs, his experiences building a music presence in a new place, and what’...

PJ Glassey returns to the Brews & Banter studio for another fun and insightful conversation about fitness, motivation, and what happens after the New Year’s gym rush fades away. Roman and Frank talk with PJ about why so many people drop off their workout routines after a few months and how finding new, exciting ways to train can help people get back into the habit. The conversation dives into...

This week on Brews & Banter, Roman and Frank welcome Tina Selig into the studio to talk about the world of local speed dating and modern romance. Tina gives us the inside scoop on what it’s like running live dating events and what people are really looking for when they show up ready to connect. Of course, we didn’t keep it classy the whole time. The conversation quickly spiraled into bizarre...

In this remote episode of Brews & Banter, Roman and Frank sit down with Sarah Wingate (Instagram: @sarahkatw) for a laid-back conversation about the outdoors, adventure, and living closer to nature. Sarah shares her passion for hiking, fishing, and homesteading, along with stories from the trail and lessons learned from living an outdoor-driven lifestyle. We swap experiences about nature, self...

This week on Brews & Banter, Roman and Frank welcome Kara, the energetic voice you’ve heard on local radio stations 95X and 93Q, into the studio for a conversation that hits all the right notes. We dive into her journey in radio, her love for music and travel, and what it’s like being part of the local broadcast scene. Of course, we couldn’t stop there — the conversation naturally swerved into...

Emily Gozy is back in the Brews & Banter studio, and we’re kicking off the year talking fitness, nutrition, and realistic habits as everyone heads back to the gym. Emily, founder of Nourished with Emily, joins Roman and Frank for another fun and educational conversation about fueling your body properly, staying consistent with workouts, and building routines that actually last beyond January....

This episode of Brews & Banter takes a legendary turn as Roman and Frank sit down with Snake, the self-proclaimed Bigfoot hunter behind Bigfoot’s Remains. Snake shares his incredible (and controversial) claim that he discovered and preserved the remains of Bigfoot — even performing taxidermy to protect what he believes is one of the greatest discoveries of our time. We dive into how his journe...

This episode of Brews & Banter is loaded with great beer, solid laughs, and behind-the-scenes brewery talk as Roman and Frank welcome Pete and Sean from Eastwood Brewing Company into the studio. Pete, the owner and brewer, and Shawn, the master brewer, showed up the best way possible — with a full lineup of Eastwood beers ready to be sampled. As the pints kept flowing, the guys talked about ho...