My Hometown

Lance W. Elder, President and CEO of EAC Network, along with Alena Jones, Director of Development and Marketing, talk about their Over the Edge event, which is happening at Nassau Community College.

Joe Reiter and Bill Horan talk with Robin Marks, Long Island Regional Director for Amber Court Assisted Living about how she works with families to determine if assisted living is the right option for their loved one.

Rita Monte and Joe Reiter talk with Ellen Lockwood, a volunteer at Pet Partners. This program registers therapy animals, along with teams of nine diverse species for volunteer work.

Bill Horan and Jon Gallo talk to John Farinacci, a partner at Ruskin Moscou Faltischek, P.C. about advice for avoiding inheritance feuds.

Town of Hempstead Councilwoman, Erin King Sweeney joins us with some important facts about what we should know about historic women of Long Island and a breaking news announcement!

Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor Joseph Saladino talks about his more than 30 years of government experience as Oyster Bay Town's 70th Supervisor.

Bill Horan and NCC student Jon Gallo talk with Leslie H. Tayne, Founder and Managing Director of Tayne Law Group about tips for managing student loan debt, as well as the boomerang kid effect that is taking many of today's college graduates and their parents by storm.

NCC student host, Joe Reiter talks with Mr. Bob Hempel, an English teacher at Massapequa H.S., and the senior leaders of Team Echo. They discuss inspired student driven teams, building community awareness about environmental toxicity, and their upcoming 5Alive benefit for children with cancer.

Host Bob Hempel, English Teacher at Massapequa High School talks with Mr. Michael Draper, health teacher, coach, club leader and MHS Alumni Jac Bernard, emerging film actor about Massapequa's Gay Straight Alliance Club.

Kim Weiler discusses her 21 year painful journey with psoriasis. Ironically, her rescue dog Max, not her physicians, not the steroid creams, not the pharmaceuticals, but the advice given by a vet to save her dog, in turn, saved her own life. She has a long list of TV & film credits, acting credits, and has now become a certified health coach, teaching others to feel good about themselves, with all...

Bill Horan, Joe Reiter and Jon Gallo speak with Caroline Sorokoff, Associate Director of The Gold Coast Art Center in Great Neck, and Paul Anthony, Director of the Long Island Comedy Club, during the show’s annual fundraiser show.

Our special guest today is Patrick Young, Program Director, Central American Refugee Center in Hempstead and Brentwood, who will discuss immigration on Long Island and the role of CARC. Hosted by Bill Horan and NCC student Jon Gallo.

Bill Horan and NCC student Joe Reiter today talk with Gerard Giosa, President & Founder of Level G Associates in Old Bethpage. Gerard's 30 years of experience as a parking consultant have made him the go to contact when towns in Nassau & Suffolk have parking issues.

In the North Shore of Nassau County, there are over 200 acres of pristine forest and wetlands that hold many of Long Island's most beautiful and valuable environmental resources. The land has been protected by the Town of North Hempstead, yet it still faces threats such as illegal deforestation, ATV use and water pollution, which have plagued it for decades. The Town is currently holding a multi-s...

Sarah Albertson and Rick Eberle talk with the band "The Molotov Cocktails.” The band’s message is to inspire listeners to think outside the box. The only thing exploding from this band is new songs and new inspirations.

Katie McGowan, Founder and Executive Director of HorseAbility, and Alicia Levy, Director of Volunteers, speak on how the program serves over 300 participants weekly, and is committed to improving lives of children and adults through facilitated interactions with horses.

Maureen Pedrotti, director of the Weatherization Assistance program (WAP), talks about the free program that helps low-income households on LI, particularly the elderly and the disabled, improve the energy efficiency of their homes and ensure the households health and safety.

Joe Whalen & NCC student Gina Santillo talk with Joe Jankowski, Director of the LI Music Hall of Fame, which recognizes, celebrates, and preserves the exceptional musical heritage of Long Island.

Julie Keffer, founder of PeerPals.org, join Bill Horan and Nassau Community College student, Sarah Albertson, to talk about an organization created to form a community of inclusion and social opportunities for preschool children with disabilities, as they prepare to enter kindergarten.  She is also joined by Liz Lassus, Volunteer Coordinator for Long Island special educators, physical therapists,...

Host Bill Horan and NCC student Sarah Albertson talk with Diane Masciale, General Manager, WLIW, about their commitment to serving the Long Island Community.

Bill Horan and Nassau Community College student Gina Santillo talk with Paul Anthony, comedian and Executive Producer of 'Long Island Comedy', about the need for us to take the time to laugh. Long Island Comedy's "stands up for stand up" comedy, features shows that promotes local comedians. The upcoming February Fest, The Comedy Club Theater, LI Comedy Festival, and The Paramount Comedy series at...

Meet “dog-preneur” Michael Schaier, owner/head trainer of ‘Michael’s Pack,’ a dog training facility based on Long Island. Michael’s deep passion for dogs has pushed him to leave a 20 year real estate career to become a Certified Professional Dog Trainer.

Host Bill Horan & NCC Student Sarah Albertson talk with Jackie Novatt, the President of the Nassau County Parents Of Multiples Club (NCPOMC). They are joined by two other active members of the club, Merry Chiu and Beth Karcher. Since 1960, the NCPOMC serves to provide support, encouragement, and friendship to families with twins, triplets, and higher order multiples.

LI Music Educator and Concert Pianist, Peter Papiewski discusses music education on Long Island with Bill Horan and NCC student Joe Reiter. Also 12 year old pianist and competition prize winner Matthew Chen will discus how music changed his life since he began learning the piano.

Host Rita Monte and NCC student Joe Reiter talk with Morgan Nordmeir, Executive Director, of Program for Development of Human Potential and Diana Ragusa, Youth Decide Consultant on Underage Gambling.