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On the latest episode of Repeating History, we welcome legendary Central New York journalist Sean Kirst. Their conversation covers the breadth of Kirst's prolific five-decade long career. Kirst explains his decision to return to Syracuse and how the work being done at Central Current was the catalyst for that return, the evolution of journalism and the decline of local news, the foundational natur...

(#81, 8/26/25) In this episode of CNY Latino: cnylatinonewspaper.com/Podcast, we are going to be listening to an interesting interview Marisol Hernandez had with Kimberly McLeod, a book writer who is an expert in creating a diverse of entertaining projects for children, and Marisol will talk to her about all of them. We will also be walking around the Syracuse Arts and Crafts Festival 2025, not on...

Navigating pregnancy and early childhood can be one of the most resource-intensive chapters of our lives. In Central New York, many families are navigating these processes while also facing increased financial strain. Nearly three out of four families with children under five struggle to pay for basic needs like housing, food, and utilities in Onondaga County, according to a recent survey by the E...

(#80, 8/19/25) In this episode of CNY Latino: cnylatinonewspaper.com/Podcast, (and all the episodes for August 2025), we'll be showing and covering, the many different vehicles, sections, events, and features the largest auto-show in the Northeast of the USA, had this year, in the Fairgrounds of Syracuse NY. En este episodio (y todos los episodios de agosto de 2025), mostraremos y cubriremos los d...

We are winding down the summer AND Summer Reading with the County Libraries. Maggie and Tom look back on the best programs that "Color Our World" had to offer and we look ahead at the upcoming Imagination Library birthday story times. We even looking at what OCPL has planned for September. It's all on the next edition of Check It Out.

This month, we'll hear from former Canadian indie rocker Rob Benvie. He pivoted to a career as a novelist about 20 years ago, and brings us his newest work, "The Damagers." It tells the story of two sisters who stumble across a cult in the Adirondacks and fall under the spell of its charismatic leader. Then, a conversation with Austin Albanese, a writer and independent researcher, who has document...

On this episode of Innovate to Educate, host Jody Manning is joined by DeRuyter Central School District Superintendent Dr. Neal Capone, and DSC Agriculture Teacher and FFA Advisor Taylor Currie. Together they discuss the impact of Agriculture programs in schools and how these programs benefit the students in both rural and urban communities.

In this episode of Beyond Survival: The Health-Wealth Connection, host Faida Beatrice welcomes Fatna Mohamed, a Sudanese refugee and passionate advocate based in Syracuse, NY. Fatna shares her powerful journey of fleeing civil war, adjusting to life as a newcomer, and stepping into leadership to support others facing similar challenges. This heartfelt conversation explores the emotional toll of di...

Do you have an important decision to make and it’s hard to figure the pros and cons of this choice or that, or even IF you CAN change? If so, we’ve got a show for you! Our Dr. Neckup, psychologist Rich O’Neill, talks with Mr. Fred Hintz, LMHC and Adjunct Faculty in SUNY Upstate Psychiatry, about Motivational Interviewing, a horse of a very different color than motivational speaking! Tune in to lea...

(#79, 8/5/25) In this episode of CNY Latino: cnylatinonewspaper.com/Podcast, (and all the episodes for August 2025), we'll be showing and covering, the many different vehicles, sections, events, and features the largest auto-show in the Northeast of the USA, had this year, in the Fairgrounds of Syracuse NY. En este episodio (y todos los episodios de agosto de 2025), mostraremos y cubriremos los di...

Joann Yarrow interviews thought leader Michelle Schenandoah (Oneida/ Haudenosaunee) and choreographer/theatre director Nicole Beutler (Netherlands/Germany) about their dance piece, A Room in Our House.

So, it's 3rd and goal and you need someone to run your library book into the endzone: who do you call upon? Why none other than our Check It Out guest for the week, former NFL running back (more importantly former Betts Branch patron), Latavius Murray. The Onondaga Central grad was in town and sat down with Yona and Tom to discuss his favorite Betts memories growing up, books that bring back memor...

Who would have guessed that a tick bite could cause an allergy to red meat? Learn about this newly described disease, alpha-gal syndrome. The two sides of fluorine; what’s good for teeth may be bad for the environment. Also, on this month edition of Science Today, stem cell therapy for Parkinson's disease and the genetics of orange cats.

On this edition of Our New Neighbors, hosts Ibrahim and Maryna are joined by Mahamed Mohamed. Mahamed fled from his native country of Kenya with his family and came to America in 2009 in search of a better life. Mahamed discusses his journey to America, his experience re-settling in Syracuse, and the various ways that he is using that experience to help others that follow a similar path.

On this edition of CNY Heroes, Dan’s guest is Lt. Col. Anthony “Tony” Hart, who retired from the Army Reserve after more than 30 years of military service. He is a prior service Army enlisted soldier who served on both active duty and in the reserve component in Special Forces and Military Police occupational specialties. During his career, he served overseas tours of duty in Germany, Korea, Hondu...

(#77, 7/23/25) In this episode of CNY Latino: cnylatinonewspaper.com/ Podcast, Hugo and Marisol will be talking, describing, and commenting in a very summarized in an hour about the 2-hour cruise on river with dinner trip they had in Troy NY. En este episodio, Hugo y Marisol estarán hablando, describiendo y comentando de manera muy resumida - en una hora, sobre el crucero de 2 horas por el río con...

Summer Reading is still in high gear for 2025. Last time on Check It Out, Maggie and Tom let you know about the multitude of things happening in the city branches. Today, they look at events happening at 17 separate suburban libraries as part of the "Color Our World" summer programs

(#77, 7/16/25) In this episode of CNY Latino: cnylatinonewspaper.com/ Podcast, Marisol Hernandez will have a conversation with female Latina entrepreneur Mercedes Valencia speaking on her business. Then, we both will bring a short presentation during the grand opening of the Latino Fusion Restaurant our friend Luis Torres created in Syracuse (his 5th food establishment), and. Hugo and Marisol will...

On the latest episode of Repeating History, our guest is Douglas R. Egerton, Professor of History at Le Moyne College. Bob and Doug discuss a host of topics related to Professor Egerton's prolific scholarship. The conversation begins around Rev. Thomas W. Higginson, the radical abolitionist Massachusetts Unitarian Minister, who is the subject of Egerton's latest book, "A Man on Fire: The Worlds of...

Playwright Rae Binstock talks about her upcoming world premiere play "Relentless" in Syracuse Stage's 25/26 season.

*TRIGGER WARNING* "This episode of Beyond Survival: The Health Wealth Connection, discusses instances of trauma brought on by cultural practices that may be triggering to some individuals." In this episode of Beyond Survival: The Health-Wealth Connection, host Faida Beatrice speaks with Jan-Juba Y. Arway, who shares her journey of survival, strength, and transformation. Married at 15 and a mother...

The “Caz Life” program operates the Cazenovia Chamber of Commerce and is now located at Cazenovia High School and run by student interns as part of a collaborative community effort. In this episode, host Jody Manning is joined by Caz Life President Mark Woodworth, CTE Teacher Christina New, and Caz Life interns Sally Hughes and Ava Vanetti to discuss the significance and impact of “Caz Life”.

Central Current’s Government and Politics Reporter Patrick McCarthy joins hosts Maximilian Eyle and Dr. Rick Wright to examine recent election results in the city of Syracuse. They discuss the parallels between Zorhan Mamdani’s win in the New York City Democratic mayoral primary and progressive victories locally, differences in vision between the Onondaga County Democratic Committee and Democratic...

Beginning with a dream during the COVID-19 lockdown, pioneers Peter Ward and Mike Dunkin began a series of ZOOM gatherings that have since evolved into podcasts, “Podcumentary,” and live events, called “Making the City Smaller: The Power of Mentorship and Community.” Ward and Dunkin use the power of story to create ecosystems of trust and transparency. From Apple Podcasts: We are business professi...

School is out for the summer (not forever!) and that means one thing when it comes to the libraries of Onondaga County: Summer Reading is back! This week, Maggie and Tom let you know about the multitude of things going on in the city branches this first half of July; from Birds of Prey to old school video games. From magicians to the MOST, it's all here on this week's edition of Check It Out.