LMC Cast

A Veterans Advocate and Licensed Social Worker (from Columbia University) join LMC Cast to discuss an important upcoming community event focused on suicide prevention and crisis intervention. Centered around the message “6,400 Empty Chairs. Together, we can change that,” the conversation highlights the alarming rate of suicide among veterans and service members, while introducing the Columbia Prot...

Meet Rye Neck High School’s Class of 2026 academic leaders, Valedictorian Grayson Findlay and Salutatorian Julian Russo, on this episode of LMC Cast. The two students reflect on their high school journeys, the experiences that shaped them, and what’s next as they prepare for graduation and the future ahead. Congratulations to both Grayson and Julian on this incredible achievement! Like us on Faceb...

From Mamaroneck to Hollywood! Former Mamaroneck High School graduate and producer of La La Land, Fred Berger joins LMC Cast to talk about his journey from the Sound Shore to the big screen. Hear about his memories growing up in Mamaroneck, breaking into Hollywood, and helping bring the Oscar winning film to life. La La Land on the big screen at Mamaroneck Cinemas as part of their Curated Classics...

The OCRA joins LMC Cast to spotlight a practical new tool for local resilience: the Village of Mamaroneck Flood Preparedness Handbook for small businesses. Created in partnership with the Mamaroneck Chamber of Commerce, this 15 page guide is designed to help business owners better prepare for, respond to, and recover from flooding events that have historically impacted the community. The handbook...

Big things are coming to Westchester’s future workforce 🚀On this episode of the LMC Cast, we sit down with the STEM Alliance to talk about three standout summer programs designed to give kids real world skills that actually matter: Quantum Exploration, MOSAIC, and Co Op. These are not your typical camps. They are hands on, future focused experiences that build confidence, curiosity, and pathways...

On this episode of LMC Cast: Community Profiles, we feature a group of Mamaroneck High School seniors from the OCRA program who are focused on something every child needs, connection. Through their initiatives, Capstone Connect and Music and Friends, these students are creating opportunities for elementary school students to build meaningful friendships and feel supported as they transition into m...

On this episode of LMC Cast: Community Profiles, we highlight a group of Mamaroneck High School seniors from the OCRA program who are helping our community take a smarter approach to energy use. By promoting the GridRewards program, these students are encouraging local homeowners to reduce energy use during peak hours, making a positive impact on both the environment and household energy costs. To...

On this episode of LMC Cast: Community Profiles, we meet Mamaroneck High School seniors Claire Reilly and Eliana Schnapp, part of the OCRA program, who are tackling an important issue facing animal shelters today. Through a community-wide survey conducted in collaboration with the ASPCA, they gathered over 300 responses to better understand how people view pet adoption and fostering and what barri...

On this episode of LMC Cast: Community Profiles, we spotlight a group of dedicated students from Mamaroneck High School’s OCRA program who are making a meaningful impact right here in our community. Working alongside local schools and community partners, these students are helping grow and donate culturally appropriate produce to the Larchmont-Mamaroneck Hunger Task Force. By surveying families wh...

On this episode of LMC Cast: Community Profiles, we meet Mamaroneck High School seniors Claire Reilly and Eliana Schnapp, part of the OCRA program, who are tackling an important issue facing animal shelters today. Through a community-wide survey conducted in collaboration with the ASPCA, they gathered over 300 responses to better understand how people view pet adoption and fostering and what barri...

LMC Cast host Mike Witsch talks with Mamaroneck High School students from the OCRA program about their project tackling menstrual equity in schools. After discovering empty product dispensers, they launched a student-led initiative to improve access, reduce stigma, and promote awareness through research, advocacy, and a “Dispose and Respect” campaign! Learn more about the OCRA program here: sites....

LMC Cast host Mike Witsch sits down with Mamaroneck High School students from the Allergy Awareness OCRA group to discuss their project making school lunches safer and more inclusive for students with food allergies. They share how research, collaboration, and advocacy, along with working closely with food service directors, and how they collaborate with them to make "Month-At-A-Glance-Menus....

LMC Cast host Mike Witsch sits down with Mamaroneck High School students from the OCRA program to discuss their initiative focused on improving accessibility in the Village of Larchmont. From researching transportation solutions to mapping sidewalk and curb ramp conditions, the students share how they are using data, community partnerships, and technology to create real change. Their latest effort...

LMC Cast host Mike Witsch sits down with Mamaroneck High School seniors from the OCRA program to discuss their initiative bringing pedestrian safety education into elementary school PE classes. Inspired to take action after a tragic local accident, the students are working to create a curriculum that teaches young children how to stay safe and aware on the roads. Learn more about the OCRA program...

On this episode of LMC Cast, host Matt Sullivan sits down with Ron Kamen and Oscar Capel to discuss the growing importance of clean energy and how local communities can take meaningful action. As leaders in the sustainability space, Ron and Oscar share insights into the Business Council of Westchester’s Clean Energy Action Coalition event, highlighting how businesses, municipalities, and residents...

Meet Alex, Ella, Olivia, and Gabe, four seniors at MHS in the Original Civic Research and Action (OCRA) program, who are working on promoting conservation in our local community. They've chosen to focus their efforts on Salt Marsh Ecology due to the ecosystem being crucial in water quality control and flood mitigation. Over their two years focusing on this issue they have worked with students...

In this episode, LMC Media Executive Director Matt Sullivan sits down with Clayton Bushong, a visionary leader and a cornerstone of the Westchester cultural scene. As the Executive Director of The Picture House Regional Film Center, Clay has played a pivotal role in preserving the art of cinema and expanding its reach across Pelham and Bronxville. For more info on The Picture House Regional Film C...

Host Matt Sullivan is joined by Marc Solomon, Chair of Sleepy Hollow Cinema, a new nonprofit working to build a destination movie theater in the Hudson Valley. They talk about creating a cinema from the ground up, why horror is at the center of the vision, and how Sleepy Hollow aims to become the horror film capital of the country. Learn more here: https://www.sleepyhollowcinema.org/Like us on Fac...

In this episode of LMC Cast, we sit down with Michael Berlingo, Founder and CEO of Starteryou, a career platform helping high school and college students find real job opportunities, internships, and skills-building experiences. Michael shares the story behind launching Starteryou, the gaps he saw in traditional job searching for young people, and how his platform is empowering the next generation...

On this episode of LMC Cast, we are joined by Ryan, Noah, and Dylan, students in the OCRA program at Mamaroneck High School. They share their final project, Market Westchester, a free and wide ranging marketing toolkit created to support small businesses across Westchester County. Market Westchester was built around a simple idea: that with the right tools, guidance, and community support, every l...

Host Mike Reynolds sits down with former Rye Neck High School student/athlete Lamont Bryant as they discuss Lamont's high school days as well as his rapping experience (LBISY). They also discuss his podcast, The Bisy Extravaganza Podcast, and his hopes of being nominated for a Best of Westchester award! The Bisy Extravaganza Podcasthttps://www.youtube.com/@YURRRITSLBISY Best of Westchester Nom...

Matt Sullivan sits down with local filmmakers Owen Millman and Eli Prager.

Host Mike Reynolds sits down with Madison Epstein and Magnolia Stone, two Mamaroneck High School students enrolled in the OCRA (Original Civics Research & Action) program. Madison and Magnolia discuss youth employment and the upcoming Mamaroneck Summer Job Fair being held March 3rd 2026.@MamkJobFair on Instagram or mamkjobfair@gmail.comLike us on Facebook & Instagram: @lmcmediacenterVisit...

In this episode of LMC Cast: Community Profiles, host Matt Sullivan sits down with filmmaker and storyteller Dan Kay to discuss his creative journey, inspirations, and the importance of community in shaping meaningful stories. Dan's story has come full circle as he recently screened his latest film, What We Hide, right here in Mamaroneck Cinemas. Like us on Facebook & Instagram: @lmcmediac...

Matt Sullivan sits down to talk with Aaron Kershaw, US Marine Desert Storm Veteran. They discuss the fundamentals of financial literacy, the development of real accessible financial education, and his work with the BrightPath Foundation. Learn more at TheBrightPathAcademy.com or BrightPathAccess.org (for Veterans)For those who wish to donate:BrightPath Foundation Inc (501c3)"Financial Literac...