The Roundtable

How do we remember the past, and what happens when the stories behind our monuments begin to fade? In his new book, 'Invisible Monuments,' acclaimed author Howard Mansfield explores the ways we commemorate history, honor those who came before us, and preserve memories that might otherwise disappear. Through forgotten landmarks, memorials, and overlooked places, Mansfield examines how history lives...

The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are:Jackie Berry - Lecturer of Cognitive Sciences at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and former Fulbright US Scholar to Egypt. Theresa Bourgeois - Public policy and communications expert. Judith Enck - a professor at Bennington College. She is the President of Beyond Plastics and former EPA Regional...

Thirty years ago, Frank McCourt captivated readers with 'Angela’s Ashes,' his Pulitzer Prize-winning memoir of growing up in Ireland. But long before his literary fame, Frank and his equally colorful brother Malachy were writing essays filled with humor, heartbreak, and keen observations about life. Now, those writings have been gathered in 'Sez I to Myself: The Collected Essays of Frank and Malac...

For more than three decades, Andy Rooney was America's favorite curmudgeon, delivering sharp, funny, and sometimes controversial observations on CBS '60 Minutes.'But the Albany native was far more than a television personality. He was a World War II correspondent, prolific author, and pioneering broadcast journalist. In his new biography, 'Andy Rooney: A Lucky Life,' award-winning journalist Paul...

The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are:Fran Berman - Stuart Rice Honorary Chair at the University of Massachusetts Amherst’s College of Information and Computer Sciences (CICS) and Faculty Associate at the Berkman Klein Center for Internet and Society at Harvard University. Fran’s new book, Better Tech: Putting People First in Cyberspa...

This week's Book Picks comes from Heather Boyne from Battenkill Books in Cambridge, NY and Anthony and Amanda Stromoski from Rough Draft Bar & Books in Kingston, NY.

The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are:Robert Brigham - Professor of History and International Relations at Vassar College. He is a specialist on the history of US foreign policy. March Gallagher - The Ulster County Comptroller and the former president and CEO of the Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley. Mark Wittman - Investment...

Larry David has made an entire career out of being uncomfortable, disagreeable, and, somehow, completely lovable. But how much of the Larry we know from 'Seinfeld' and 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' is the real guy? Bestselling author Blake Harris, known for 'Console Wars' and 'The History of the Future,' spent more than five years finding out. His new book, 'Emperor of Nothing: The Making of Larry David,...

'Night of 1,000 Artists' is a three-day exhibition and art salecelebrating the extraordinary creativity of the arts community. Each donated artwork will be exhibited and offered for sale for $150, with proceeds supporting the Chronogram Foundation’s work to champion artists, strengthen the creative community, and celebrate the arts throughout the Hudson Valley. We get a preview now from Brian Maho...

The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are:Reverend Peter Cook - Principal, Faith in the Public Square and Principal and Co-Founder, Faith Beyond Religious Nationalism. Bill Hammond is a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute whose work focuses primarily on health-care policy. Kathy Sheehan - Former Mayor of the City of Albany.

You may not immediately recognize Billy West’s name, but you’ve almost certainly heard his voice. From his early work on The Howard Stern Show to Futurama’s Fry, Professor Farnsworth, and Dr. Zoidberg and the outrageous characters of The Ren & Stimpy Show, West has helped define generations of animation. But behind those unforgettable voices is a remarkable personal story. In his new memoir, 'Voic...

The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are:Theresa Bourgeois - Public policy and communications expert. Judith Enck - a senior fellow and faculty member in the Center for the Advancement of Public Action at Bennington College. She is the President of Beyond Plastics and former EPA Regional Administrator. Judith is co-author of the book The...

Sir Walter Ralegh was an explorer, soldier, poet, courtier and political operator - a man whose extraordinary rise and spectacular fall captured the ambitions and contradictions of Elizabethan England. In 'Sir Walter Ralegh: The Renaissance Man and His Roles,' acclaimed scholar Stephen Greenblatt examines how Ralegh carefully fashioned his public identity, turning his own turbulent life into a kin...

Dr. Beth Ricanati is a board-certified internist who has spent her career exploring the connections between everyday habits, stress, and well-being. In her award-winning first book, 'Braided: A Journey of a Thousand Halas,' she describes how the weekly ritual of baking hala transformed her own life. Now, in the 'Braided Prescription: Seven Practices for Living Well from the Ancient Ritual of Makin...

At a time when women were rarely welcomed into corporate boardrooms, Rose Knox was helping reshape American business. Rising from humble beginnings, she became a pioneering businesswoman who transformed Knox Gelatine into a household name, while championing innovative marketing, workplace reforms, and opportunities for women. In her new book, 'Rose Knox: How One Woman Mixed Kitchen and Boardroom t...

The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are:The Reverend Peter Cook - Principal, Faith in the Public Square and Co-Principal of The Religious Nationalisms Project. Allison Kavey is a full professor in the History Department at John Jay College of Criminal Justice (CUNY).Catherine Tan is an Associate Professor in the department of sociology...

The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are:Robert Griffin - Dean of the College of Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security and Cybersecurity at the University at Albany. Bill Hammond is a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute whose work focuses primarily on health-care policy. Jay Jochnowitz - Editor at large/columnist/editorial write...

The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are:Theresa Bourgeois - Public policy and communications expert. Larissa Phillips is the founder and director of the Volunteer Literacy Project. She is also a columnist for The Free Press and a Greene County resident. Mike Spain - Former Times Union Associate Editor. Warren Whitlock - a former federal...

It’s Saturday the 31st of October – It’s Halloween and we are doing a very special edition of The Roundtable. Special because it is a Saturday. Special because we are broadcasting LIVE from the Great Barrington Farmers Market in Great Barrington, MA and special because of our Superstar Panel. The focus of this outdoor radio broadcast is to discuss the Midterm Elections…and to talk about how awesom...

James Ketterer gives a commentary on 'The Seductive Nature of Normalcy' James Ketterer is director of extension programs and professor of practice at the American University of Armenia. He is a frequent panelist on The Roundtable.

This week's Book Picks comes from Cheryl McKeon from The Book House in Albany and Marketblock Books in Troy.

The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are:Jackie Berry - Lecturer of Cognitive Sciences at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and former Fulbright US Scholar to Egypt. JP Miller The Empire Report’s. Robert Pondiscio - Senior Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute.

Tony Award Winner Bill Irwin returns to Broadway (and to Moliere) with his new adaptation of ‘The Imaginary Invalid,’ a comedy about money, medicine, and marital mayhem. Perpetual patient Argan obsesses over his health and aliments; he schemes to marry of his daughter (Angelique) to a doctor to save on his medical bills. But she has a totally different life in mind. With an ensemble directed by Br...

The 11th annual event to benefit both the residents of the YWCA of the Greater Capital Region as well as people in need in the greater Capital Region, is coming to Troy on Thursday, November 5th.“Brava!” a fundraiser that will provide new bras to those in need, will be held at The Arts Center of the Capital Region in Troy from 6 - 8:30 p.m.

The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are:Libby Post - Political Consultant and lobbyist. Kathy Sheehan - Former Mayor of the City of Albany. Jonathan Becker - Acting President of Bard College; Professor of Political Studies; Executive Director, Center for Civic Engagement & Vice Chancellor of Global Higher Education Alliance for the 2Ist...