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Vox Pop is WAMC's live call-in talk program. Guests with expertise in areas ranging from Astronomy to George Washington speak with WAMC's hosts and answer questions posed by WAMC listeners.

WAMC Northeast Public Radio


    • Jul 20, 2026 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekdays NEW EPISODES
    • 49m AVG DURATION
    • 1,454 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from Vox Pop

    Medical Monday 7/20/26: Bariatric Surgery with Dr. Shawn Liechty

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2026 41:27


    We welcome Dr. Shawn Liechty from Northwell Health. He is a board-certified general surgeon fellowship-trained in advanced minimally invasive and bariatric surgery. Aaron Shellow-Lavine hosts.

    Food Friday 7/17/26: Healthy eating with Holly Shelowitz

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2026 48:36


    We welcome back Holly Shelowitz to discuss healthy foods that taste great and can make us feel better. Josh Landes hosts.

    Astronomy with Dr. Valerie Rapson 7/16/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2026 50:31


    Dr. Valerie Rapson joins us to discuss recent space news and answer your astronomy questions. Aaron Shellow-Lavine hosts.

    Stamp and Coin Collecting with David Tripp and Bob Scott 7/15/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2026 50:14


    Bob Scott and David Tripp join us to talk about what is hot in the stamp and coin collecting. Ray Graf hosts.

    Automotive repair with Gordon Fricke 7/14/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2026 50:11


    Gordon Fricke is back to offer expert automotive repair and maintenance advice. Ray Graf hosts.

    Medical Monday 7/13/26: Spine Surgery with Dr. Kevin McCracken

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2026 49:09


    We welcome Dr. Kevin McCracken, a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon with St. Peter's Orthopedics. Ray Graf hosts.

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    Flour Hour with Amy Halloran 7/10/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2026 51:21


    Our favorite grain and flour expert is back! Amy Halloran will take your questions on grain, flour, baking and whatever else comes to mind. Ray Graf hosts.

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    Gardening 7/9/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2026 49:47


    The green thumb brigade returns to Studio A to help your garden growing strong. Ray Graf hosts.

    Esoterica America with Glenn Kreisberg 7/8/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2026 50:16


    What are the esoteric origins of America and how are they reflected locally and in the founding of our nation?

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    Birding with Rich Guthrie 7/7/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2026 48:32


    Bird expert Rich Guthrie returns to answer your questions. Ray Graf hosts.

    Medical Monday 7/6/26: Back and Neck Pain Relief with Dr. Niraj Sharma

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2026 47:55


    Dr. Niraj Sharma of Cardinal Spine and Pain Medicine joins us to discuss non-surgical treatment options for low back pain, neck pain, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, pinched nerves, and other problems. Ray Graf hosts.

    Revolutionary War Heroes 7/2/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2026 50:46


    We talk about regional heroes of the Revolutionary War with historians Kathy Sheehan, Susan Leath and Lauren Roberts. Ray Graf hosts.

    Home Improvement with Darren Tracy 7/1/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2026 49:39


    Darren Tracy returns to Studio A to answer questions and offer advice about home maintenance and repair. Ray Graf hosts.

    Outdoors with Jeremy Hurst 6/30/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2026 49:25


    We welcome Jeremy Hurst, the Game Management Section Head for the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, and DEC wildlife biologist Jordan Youngmann. Ray Graf hosts.

    Medical Monday 6/29/26: Podiatry with Dr. Douglas Tumen

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2026 48:32


    Dr. Douglas Tumen of Hudson Valley Foot Associates joins us to take your foot health questions. Ray Graf hosts.

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    Food Friday 6/26/26: Nutrition with Emily Horstman, RD

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 49:17


    We talk healthy eating and better living with Emily Horstman, a Registered Dietitian and the founder of HealthierSpan. Ray Graf hosts.

    Gardening 6/25/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2026 51:20


    Summer is here. Our team of experts is back with tips for keeping your lawn and garden in great shape. Ray Graf hosts.

    WAMC On the Road: Vox Pop Gardening Show 04/22/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2026 54:29


    Vox Pop's Ray Graf hosted a special Vox Pop Gardening Show On-The-Roadshow event at the Landis Arboretum in Esperance, New York on April 22nd, 2026. A splendid time was had by all! Our popular Vox Pop Gardening Show headed out on the road to take root at the Landis Arboretum on Earth Day. Ray and the gardening show all-stars looked at your odd plants, fielded your most fertile questions, and dished the dirt with our agricultural experts.

    Pets and Vets 6/24/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2026 49:54


    Dr. Carrie O'Loughlin joins us to answer your pet health care questions. Ray Graf hosts.

    Weather with Meteorologist Ryan Finn 6/23/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2026 49:49


    Summer is here, a perfect time to talk about weather with Spectrum News 1 meteorologist Ryan Finn. Ray Graf hosts.

    Medical Monday 6/22/26: Nephrology with Dr. Kelly Beers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 48:15


    We welcome Dr. Kelly Beers, director of Albany Medical Center's Glomerular Disease Center, an interdisciplinary center focused on providing the most up to date treatment for people who have been diagnosed with kidney diseases. Ray Graf hosts.

    Astronomy with Dr. Valerie Rapson 6/18/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 50:32


    Astronomer Dr. Valerie Rapson joins us to discuss recent space news and answer your questions. Ray Graf hosts.

    Ethics and philosophy of A.I. with Dr. Alessandra Buccella

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026 49:34


    There have been many discussions about the technical underpinnings of Artificial Intelligence. Today we talk about the ethics and philosophy of AI with Dr. Alessandra Buccella, Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University at Albany. Ray Graf hosts.

    Automotive repair with Gordon Fricke 6/16/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2026 49:36


    Gordon Fricke returns to offer expert automotive repair and maintenance advice. Ray Graf hosts.

    Medical Monday 6/15/26: Headaches and migraines with Dr. Hida Nierenburg

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2026 48:42


    We welcome back Dr. Hida Nierenburg, director of Headache Medicine at Vassar Brothers Medical Center. WAMC's Ray Graf hosts.

    Pie with Ellen Gray 6/12/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 48:10


    Most of us love pie. Our guest REALLY loves pie. Ellen Gray is back to spread the good news. Ray Graf hosts.

    Gardening 6/11/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 50:59


    How does your garden grow? Our team of experts is back to help! Ray Graf hosts.

    Climate change and green energy with Dan Delurey 6/10/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 50:31


    Dan Delurey is back to talk about climate change and emerging clean energy technologies. Ray Graf hosts.

    Birding with Rich Guthrie and Julie Hart 6/9/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 32:34


    Bird experts Julie Hart and Rich Guthrie are back to answer your questions. Ray Graf hosts.

    Medical Monday 6/8/26: Cardiology with Dr. Christopher Dibble

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 33:19


    We welcome Dr. Christopher Dibble, a cardiologist with St. Peter's Cardiology Associates. Ray Graf hosts.

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    Food Friday 5/29/26: Food Myths with Bruce Weinstein

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 49:36


    Prolific cookbook author and podcaster Bruce Weinstein is back! Today we talk about food myths... or food truths. Ray Graf hosts.

    Science Forum 5/28/26

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 50:38


    Something in our physical world puzzling you? The scientists are back to answer your questions. Ray Graf hosts.

    Travel with Jean Gagnon 5/27/26

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 50:07


    If you are thinking of taking to the road, sky or sea this summer, travel pro is back to take your questions. Ray Graf hosts.

    Physical Therapy with Matthew Goodemote 5/26/26

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 49:28


    Physical therapist Matthew Goodemote joins us to answer your questions. Ray Graf hosts.

    Food Friday 5/22/26: Beer and BBQ Bonanza!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 49:11


    We talk beer and barbecue on this edition of Food Friday. Russ Matson of All American BBQ and Bill Fletcher from Fletcher's BBQ Shop and Steakhouse join us to share barbecue tips. John Fischer will be here to suggest the perfect beer for what you have on the grill.

    Gardening 5/21/26

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 50:04


    The green thumb brigade springs into action to take your questions. Ray Graf hosts.

    Pets and Vets 5/20/26

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 49:06


    We welcome back Dr. Carrie O'Loughlin and Dr. Susan Sikule to answer questions about your pet's health. Sarah LaDuke hosts.

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    History with Kathryn Sheehan 5/19/26

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 49:06


    We welcome back Kathryn Sheehan for another of our regular deep dives into the history of our region. Sarah LaDuke hosts.

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    Medical Monday 5/18/26: Vascular Surgery with Dr. Clement Darling

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2026 48:57


    We welcome Dr. Clement Darling, Chief of Vascular Surgery at Albany Med. Sarah La Duke hosts.

    Food Friday 5/15/26: Aneesa Waheed

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2026 48:57


    We welcome back Aneesa Waheed, an entrepreneur, world traveler, author, and an expert in Moroccan cooking. She'll tell us about her latest culinary endeavors and take your calls. Ray Graf hosts.

    Astronomy 5/14/26

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 50:09


    Astronomers Bob Berman and Dr. Valerie Rapson join us to discuss recent space news and answer your questions. Ray Graf hosts.

    Aging Together with Greg Olsen 5/13/26

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2026 49:44


    May is Older Americans Month. Joining us is Greg Olsen, Acting Director of the New York State Office for the Aging. We'll talk about issues affecting older adults, including social isolation and resources available to help people address them. Ray Graf hosts.

    Automotive repair with Gordon Fricke 5/12/26

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 49:39


    Gordon Fricke returns to help keep your wheels turning. Ray Graf hosts.

    Medical Monday 5/11/26: Neurosurgery with Dr. Jon Lebovitz

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2026 49:08


    Dr. Jon Lebovitz, chief of Neuro-interventional surgery at Vassar Brothers Medical Center, joins us to discuss treatment of cerebrovascular conditions such as brain aneurysms and strokes. Ray Graf hosts.

    Food Friday 5/8/26: Plant-based cooking with Wendy Grossman

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 49:58


    We welcome back Wendy Grossman of Wendy's Vegetarian Kitchen for a chat about cooking with things that grow in the ground. Ray Graf hosts.

    Gardening 5/7/26

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 51:05


    Because too much gardening is never enough.... the green thumb gang is back to offer tips and answer your questions. Ray Graf hosts.

    Real Estate with Renata Lewis and Alex Monticello 5/6/26

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2026 50:10


    Buying or selling a home can be a tricky business. We welcome back real estate pro's Alexander Monticello and Renata Lewis to answer your questions. Ray Graf hosts.

    Birding with Rich Guthrie and Julie Hart 5/5/26

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 49:50


    Julie Hart and Rich Guthrie are back to answer your questions about our winged friends. Ray Graf hosts.

    Medical Monday 5/4/26: Orthopedic Surgery with Dr. Kyle Angelicola-Richardson

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2026 48:23


    We welcome Dr. Kyle Angicola-Richardson, an orthopedic surgeon practicing with St. Peter's Orthopedics. Ray Graf hosts.

    Food Friday 5/1/26: Food we DON'T like

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2026 50:05


    On this edition of Food Friday, we talk about foods we detest with Haley Whalen and Jennifer Taber VanDerwerken from Edible Capital District. Ray Graf hosts.

    Exploring the Pine Bush Preserve with Neil Gifford 4/30/26

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2026 49:33


    Today we welcome Neil Gifford, Conservation Director for the Albany Pine Bush Preserve commission. Ray Graf hosts.

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