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Phil Ryan is a retired Lieutenant of the Buffalo Fire Department,a Corporal in the Marine corps,and a Vietnam Vet. He stopped by to tell Jim a few stories about growing up on Seneca street and fighting for his country. We here at Licensed to talk want to thank Phil and all of those who serve our country here and abroad. This episode is brought to you by FIRST IN BUFFALO 391 Abbott Rd.

The 4th voice of the Buffalo Bisons Pat Malacaro took some time out before opening day to tell us his  journey to the press box. Jim and his new best friend Pat nerd out on wrestling, baseball, and their favorite broadcasting moments. Pat is a great South Buffalonian we want to thank him for taking his time for the guys in the neighborhood. Welcoming the Herd back for a brand new season Look for t...

Leroi is a Buffalo born lawyer, artist, and manager of Buffalo's most famous musician, Rick James. Leroi and Rick are brothers  and he shares a few stories for our listeners about growing up with the mega star. But ultimately this is Leroi's stage and he can rock the mic. We called Leroi's office and he agreed over the phone to meet with us. We were shocked,  excited and nervous.. We didn't think...

The crew took a trip to the far East to catch up with Buffalo native Michael Ersing. He is a true artist and is very passionate about his craft of song writing. We want to thank Mike for sharing his experiences, stories, and beautiful original music. You can listen to his songs on soundcloud Mike "YES YES" Ersing. 

Do you like music? Do you like beer? We thought so. So we sat down with our old friend Chris Groves who has a unique look at local buffalo music and the craft brewing boom. A member of Lazlo Hollyfeld, TVMTN, and is the creative/brand manager for Community Beer Works an award winning brewery located in Buffalo's West Side. We would like to thank Chris and Community Beer Works for all they do for W...

NBC sports and UB alumni Liam McHugh called the boys to talk a little puck and reminisce about his days in Buffalo. Liam was nice enough to lend us his time and insight as a now National television sports analyst. We are truly grateful for him to do this for us just out of his love of broadcasting. This episode is brought to you by South Buffalo WheelHouse 1872 Seneca Street, Buffalo NY 14220. Sti...

L2T is on a mission to bring you interesting people from WNY. In our search Kevin Cox's name kept coming up, so in L2T fashion we gave the people what they wanted. And of course you were right Kevin was a writer for the New York Times, creator of the Italian food guide in New York Times magazine , and was once the promotional voice of HBO boxing. We would like to thank Kevin for sharing his storie...

 Take a Listen to a few stories that 2018 brought us and have a Safe and Happy 2019!

The boys sit down with a recent inductee in to the Bartenders Hall Of Fame Billy Brown. South Buffalo's favorite Uncle Whiskey takes some shots at the boys and a couple with the boys. Subscribe on YouTube Licensed to Talk Instagram Licensed2TALK and Twitter @JCisL2T. Stick around at the end of the episode for a christmas song from Mark Stack and Tim Ruof

The boys sat down with kevin Rybczynski, a proud buffalonian behind the award winning instagram account @buffalony to discuss his love for his hometown and how he became so enamored with buffalo ny. And we close the episode with a holiday themed song from our music director Ryan MCcracken.

South Buffalo native Erica Diehl talks to Jim about fulfilling her dream of moving to NYC. How she came to share her record collection with the world as The Queen Majesty. And how her competitive side turned her hobby into an award winning hot sauce business. www. QueenMajestyhotsauce.com 20% off when using promo code: BUFFALO

Jim dialed up the newest Bills phenomenon "BILLS DAD" Dick Degroat. Dick told the boys how it all started and how much fun he is having making the Mafia smile every week. Remember to follow us on Twitter @JCisL2T and Instagram Licensed2TALK.

Mike tells Jim how the game of lacrosse has shown him the world, made him life long friends and met his better half. We cant thank Mike enough for taking his time and sharing some stories with us. If you like what you hear leave a comment or follow us on Twitter @JCisL2T and instagram Licensed2Talk.

THE SHOW MUST GO ON! We planned on Licensing Erica Diehl this week, but she is busy this week with the Food and Wine magazines hot sauce expo. Jim in the face of adversary thought he should check in on a couple of his ex-players (Pat Faliero and Noah Kane) to see how they are doing hustling and grinding in the real world.

Lissa gives Jim a look into her life in law enforcement,and her transition to becoming an author. She tells Jim about the teamwork it takes to accomplish some of her very big successes,and the self discipline it takes to hone the craft of writing. This episode wouldn't be here without our Jim,Mark,Kevin,(Kinger). We need to thank Dog ears bookstore our sponsor Mr. Submarine 716 826 0540 and Ray Ea...

Louis dropped by the OFW to give Jim an unfiltered look into how he went from Edgewood to Hollywood. He is joined by his longtime friend Raymond K. (we know what the K stands for) Mcgurn. We permitted our friends on social media to ask Louis a few questions and also introduced our first sponsor Mend Botanics www. Mendbotanics.com.

John Kennedy Kane tells Jim about life under the BIG TOP.

Greg and Paula talk to us about their new movie: Catcher In The Rye With Diamonds. Also featuring members from his band BAD RONALD.

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