All's Fair

Ahh, the Midway. One of the Fair's most popular areas, the Midway is where you'll find excitement, fun and thrills for the whole family. And in this episode of All's Fair, we're taking an inside peek into the Midway with its owner and operator to examine all the rides, food and games ready to be enjoyed during your visit.

The All's Fair podcast digs into everything that makes the NYS Fair great—from the rides, food and animals we love to the behind-the-scenes stories you never knew existed. In this episode, we're examining some exciting entertainment coming to the 2018 Fair that's typically reserved for your TV set. Host Dave Bullard speaks to Big Brother Season 18 star Victor Arroyo about the reality TV celebrities attending the Fair’s Latino Weekend, a three-day party filled with music, food and culture. Ready to experience the Fair firsthand? Buy advance-sale tickets here: www.etix.com/ticket/v/8927/new-york-state-fair

The first state fair podcast in the world is back! Co-hosts Dave and newbie Mike (With special guest Hunter Hayes!) continue their exploration of The Great New York State Fair by looking at the diverse culture and entertainment offerings at this year’s Fair. You’ll hear about the brand-new Latino Village Weekend, the Pan-African and Indian villages, Chevy Court and all the cultural offerings that take place across the 375 acres of Fair land. Do you want to experience the Fair firsthand? Buy advance-sale tickets here! https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/8927/new-york-state-fair

Did you know how the Fair’s Pride Day started? Were you aware that every animal is examined before it enters the gate? Can you guess what amazing, one-of-a-kind musical instrument is tucked away in the Art & Home Building? Learn that, and more, in this episode! All’s Fair host Dave Bullard joins forces with Mike, the new co-host of All’s Fair, to swap insider info on what makes the Fair so special. If you want to see the Fair for yourself, buy advance tickets today! https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/8927/new-york-state-fair

We begin the 2018 New York State Fair season by talking about something big. Host Dave Bullard asks Acting Director Troy Waffner all about the new Expo Center that will open in time for this year's Fair. They also offer a few hints about what the Fair will be like this year. Want to see the fair up close and in person? Buy advance tickets today! https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/8927/new-york-state-fair

In our final podcast of 2017, Agricultural Manager Mary Ellen “Mel” Chesboro, a 20-year veteran of the Fair, shares her enthusiasm and encyclopedic knowledge with Pete. Mel, who retires after the 2017 season, specializes in “edutaining” Fairgoers with her passion for all things agriculture. Pete also explores everything ag—from cows to baby chicks and piglets to honey, eggplants and all that’s in between!

At long last, The Great New York State Fair is here! Pete explores the Fairgrounds to find the best in fun and food. He starts the day off with a Maple Bacon Espresso Shake from Recess Coffee, gobbles down a Milky Bun (a doughnut stuffed with ice cream and all the fixings) and enjoys Fair libations during happy hour. He also talks to new friends along the way about their favorite Fair foods and attractions. Get the scoop on Fair favorites, like Gianelli Sausage, and new additions, like the Skyliner!

The Great New York State Fair is here already! Can you believe it? On this episode, Pete “dives” into a conversation with Amy White of Waterbark, an all-new water show that features top-notch doggy divers. He also talks death-defying stunts with Alex Murcia of Pirates of the Colombian Caribbean, a high-wire thrill show that’s rated “Arrrrr.” Plus, Pete and Dave uncover secrets of The Great New York State Fair and take a step back in time!

On this special edition of All’s Fair, Dave takes you into a beer aficionado’s dream. Find out what it’s like to spend the day tasting hundreds of beers (safely, of course) at Schramrocks Irish Pub in Rochester during The Great New York State Fair’s first-ever New York Craft Beer Competition and Governor’s Excelsior Cup.

Our first episode of All’s Fair for the 2017 season! As we count down to The Great New York State Fair, Dave and Pete are back to give you the inside scoop on the most exciting things to see and do this year. On this episode, get a VIP look at the fair’s hottest musical acts. Dave dives into conversations with 3 Doors Down and Kansas, and Pete sits down with everyone’s favorite one man band—Bandaloni.

Our last episode of the year! As the Fair winds down, we’re giving you the inside scoop on the things you may not have seen that absolutely can . . . not . . . be . . . missed. Pete takes you behind the scenes of exotic butterflies and racing pigs and Dave digs into a great conversation with the legendary band Chicago. These are definitely worth adding to your can’t-miss list!

Old MacDonald had nothing on this episode of All’s Fair, in which Pete takes you inside the barns and animal pavilions to hear the grunts, bleats and cock-a-doodle-doos that fill the air around the Fair. In this episode we talk to a horse jumper just seconds away from competition, a veteran Fair-goer seeing something new at the cow birthing tent and the fantastically weird Fair tradition known as the rooster crowing contest. Put on your boots and join us!

At the Great New York State Fair, people follow their stomachs. In this episode, Pete loosens his belt and takes you behind the front counters of some of the Fair’s oldest (and newest) taste bud tantalizing food vendors. Whether you’re hungry for a two-foot long strip of glistening sweet dough or to hear one of the Fair’s most loyal patrons talking about why she loves the dollar baked potatoes, you’ll want to dig into this episode!

As the Fair’s gates open to an eager public, Pete wanders the grounds to capture first impressions. From an interview with the incredibly talented singer belting out the Star Spangled Banner and thoughts on this year’s butter sculpture to the sounds of Big Bad Voodoo Daddy and a Syracuse all-star who is cycling his way into hearts (and stomachs) with his giant yellow bicycle (or bar-cycle), the Fair is off and running!

Dive into a variety of new, exciting and tasty additions to the Fair this year on the second episode of All’s Fair. From Yellow Fellow to Paw Patrol and everything in between, co-hosts Dave Bullard and Pete Wayner take you around the Fairgrounds and guide you through the extraordinary changes.

It's the very first edition of All's Fair. In this episode, host Dave Bullard sits down with Troy Waffner, acting director of The Great New York State Fair, to talk about the revitalization of the fairgrounds and all of the changes you can expect. Then, Pete Wayner reports from the field on the upgrades to the midway!