Podcasts about Capital region

Greg Creft gets to sit down with local Capital Region comic, Ethan Wilder, where we discuss his humble beginnings working at the Saratoga Comedy Works, to his now four year run on stage.

This week on Next Up to the Mic, we're returning to August 12, 2019, to hear Dan Wilcox read two poems at “The Past in Poetry” reading held at the Olde English Pub in Albany in collaboration with Historic Cherry Hill. +++++ Historic Cherry Hill preserves more than two centuries of Albany history, using family papers, photographs, personal belongings, and the stories of the people who lived and worked there to connect the present with the past. The Past in Poetry invited local poets to do something similar—exploring history through memory, imagination, family, and place. For this episode, we're featuring Albany poet Dan Wilcox. Dan has been a fixture in the Capital Region poetry community for decades. He hosts the Third Thursday Poetry Night at the Social Justice Center in Albany and is a member of the poetry performance group 3 Guys from Albany. He's also a photographer and longtime documentarian of the local poetry scene, joking that he has "the world's largest collection of photographs of unknown poets." His work has appeared in Chronogram, Poetica, Post Traumatic Press, and numerous small-press journals and anthologies. He also publishes poetry through his own A.P.D. imprint, and his chapbook boundless abodes of Albany reflects his longstanding connection to the city and its people. At “The Past in Poetry,” Dan approached history from two different directions. In “Therese's Balcony,” he blends an imagined past with fantasy. Then, in “Where Were the Professors,” he turns his attention to a history he knows firsthand—the early days of Albany's poetry scene. Dan hasn't simply written about Albany's poetry community. For decades, he has been part of it, photographed it, published it, hosted it, and helped preserve its history.

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To start our 6th year of interviews with broadcasters who shaped the last 60 years of Capital Region radio and television, Tracy Villaume recounts her unexpected path from corporate communications into both mediums. She shares highlights from her years on WGY and The River, community work like The Children's Hospital Radiothon and Pay Less for the Dress, and the friendships that sustained her career. She also tells the harrowing story of a serious storm injury, the challenges of industry layoffs, and her next steps teaching and exploring new media opportunities as she begins the next chapter of her life.

AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says a Russian missile barrage has killed 17 people around Ukraine's capital region.

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This week, we are making a special announcement about the future of The Buttonista Show, and inviting you to come out and support us in just over a week for a peak summer in Saratoga celebration

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Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea brings us coverage of Troy's Common Council where the council authorized $15.5 million in bonds to upgrade the city's water system and a resolution to upgrade 15 city cameras that pre-date FLOCK was passed. Then, Sina Basila Hickey talks to two artists part of Art Omi: Artists 2026 cohort . the artists held an open studio to mark the end of their residencies. Later on, Hugh Johnson joins us on air to discuss Floods, the El Nino and what to expect of the weather this week. After that, Sia Patel talks with Ruksana, Prof. of Communication at UAlbany who migrated to the Capital Region from Bangladesh, in this week's Everybody Moves segment. Finally, Marrow and Cricket talk with Front Stoop LLC, a native plant gardening company based in Troy NY. Co-hosts: Lennox Apudo and Sean Bernyk

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Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/gracefellowshipny To give online: https://gracefellowship.com/give/ To glorify God by making more and better disciples. This is the vision of Grace Fellowship, led by Pastor Rex Keener and based in New York's Capital Region. —— Stay Connected Website: https://gracefellowship.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/gracefellowshipny Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/gracefellowshipny

This week, we are sitting at 2BD HQ for the final time as a neighbor to Stewart's Shops. We unpack the unexpected announcement that our beloved next-door convenience store is leaving and brainstorm what the next chapter of this building could look like with us as the solo tenants (for now). We also discuss our peaks and pits, from Jack's full-circle experience at SPAC to an all-time embarrassing moment I had at the track. EPISODE NOTES: Jack ghosted me over the weekend (0:30) This is what happens when you raw dog The Odyssey (4:20) Nobody Asked Me, But... (13:55) The million dollar merch idea I turned down (16:40) Stewart's has left the building (29:09) Brainstorming our next business to place in the vacant space (38:42) Peaks and Pits presented by WellNow Urgent Care (58:08) Reminiscing on BTS weather and core school memories (59:07) Chuck Schumer's little toot (1:31:11) This episode is brought to you by Tully Rinckey PLLC, a full-service law firm serving individuals and businesses in the Capital Region for over 20 years. Their attorneys are ready to protect your rights and guide you through legal matters related to Family & Matrimonial Law, Employment Law, Criminal Law, Litigation, Education Law, Business Law and Trusts & Estates. For experienced legal support from a firm that proudly gives back to its community, learn more at tullylegal.com or follow on social media @tullylegal.

This week on Next Up to the Mic, we're reaching back into the archives to August 12, 2019, when local poets gathered at the Olde English Pub in Albany for “The Past in Poetry,” a special evening presented in collaboration with Historic Cherry Hill. +++++ Historic Cherry Hill preserves more than two centuries of Albany history through the stories of the generations who called Cherry Hill home. In 2019, the organization joined with local poets for “The Past in Poetry,” an evening that explored some of those same themes—family, memory, place, and our relationship with the past. This week we'll hear from Capital Region poet Nancy Klepsch. Nancy Klepsch is a local poet and educator. Her poems have been published in Oberon, 13th Moon, Poetry magazine, Salvage, 200 Proof and Chronogram among others. god must be a boogie man was her first book of poetry. She has been reading at featured readings or open mics in the Albany area for over 25 years. Klepsch is the co-host, with Dan Wilcox, of the Second Sunday @ 2 open mic for poetry and prose in Troy, NY. Nancy shared a handful of poems that approach the past from different directions, including the poignant “Home from the War” and “Call Me Ishmael,” a poem invoking the spirit of Herman Melville.

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Food insecurity is rising even as household budgets stretch thinner, and food banks have become core infrastructure for hundreds of thousands of families. On this episode of the Charity Charge Show, Tom Nardacci, CEO of the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York, breaks down how his organization feeds roughly 350,000 people each month across 23 counties, and what nonprofit executives can learn from how he runs it. The conversation covers local food sourcing, leadership lessons from the for-profit world, and how to build funding resilience when federal support is unpredictable.Quick SummaryThe Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York distributes about 50 million pounds of food annually through nearly 1,000 partner agencies across 23 counties.Its Agricultural Hub initiative connects local farms directly to food pantries, with a goal of growing farm and produce distribution to 30 million pounds per year.Nardacci applies for-profit team-building and accountability practices to nonprofit operations, treating the food bank like a logistics company.Funding volatility, especially around SNAP, makes diversified revenue and strong funder relationships essential for any nonprofit.About the Guest: Tom NardacciTom Nardacci has served as CEO of the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York since August 2023. Before moving into nonprofit leadership, he founded and ran Gramercy Communications, a public relations firm he led for more than 15 years, and launched the Troy Innovation Garage, a business incubator in the Capital Region.His connection to food access runs deep. His grandparents operated Nardacci's Broadway Food Mart in Rensselaer, New York for 50 years, and he grew up watching them quietly feed neighbors who could not always pay. Today he leads one of the oldest food banks in the country, an organization that operates like a major grocery wholesaler with a fleet of trucks, warehouse operations, and thousands of volunteers.

Governor Josh Shapiro and President Donald Trump are both scheduled to speak at the Army War College in Carlisle today. They're attending the Pennsylvania defense and infrastructure summit put together by Senator Dave McCormick. Trump is expected to highlight his investments in military spending. McCormick is using his summit to announce billions in investments in Pennsylvania industries. On the American debate over how much to spend on defense, U.S. Representative Scott Perry says he supports a one-time investment to jumpstart military production, but he warns about a ballooning federal budget.Governor Josh Shapiro is praising advocates from Pittsburgh who he said helped secure the first state budget increase for Pennsylvania's rape crisis centers in five years. Thirty-one percent of Pennsylvanian woman are unaware of the preventive services available at no cost under the Affordable Care Act. The Governor's Advisory Commission on Women is launching a statewide informational tour to tell them about accessible services.Pennsylvania lawmakers want to make it easier for homeowners to build backyard cottages, garage apartments, and other accessory dwelling units, or ADUs.Rabbittransit is getting ready to implement a new fare collection system later this month.  Changes are coming to the Capital Region, Gettysburg, Shippensburg and York routes.U.S. Senator Dave McCormick of Pennsylvania is bringing power brokers to the Keystone State by hosting a two-day summit on national defense industries. It's taking place at the U.S. Army War College in Carlisle.Governor Josh Shapiro has secured a $20.3 million investment from Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials to expand operations and create 42 new jobs in Berks County.The number of measles cases in Pennsylvania has grown to 105 this year. The latest outbreak, over the past few months, is within a 7-county area surrounding Lancaster County where there have been 55 confirmed cases.It's been one year since public media's federal funding was revoked. Thanks to our community, we're still here for you and looking toward the future. Join the thousands of members who are building a stronger WITF. Go to  www.witf.org/givenow. And thank you. 

This week on Pitch Putt & Puff, we're joined by Caleb, host of the What's Goin On? Podcast and one of the Capital Region's rising comedians. We talk about his journey into stand-up, what it's like hosting his own podcast, the local 518 comedy scene, and sone future shows . It's a laid-back conversation full of laughs, stories, and behind-the-scenes insight into balancing comedy, content creation, and life. Tune in for a fun episode with one of the 518's own!

This episode of the Upstate Golf Guys Podcast felt like the old days—just RGB, Florida Mike, and Anthony back behind the mics making bread and chopping it up. This is a special joint episode with the Pitch, Putt & Puff Podcast, bringing both crews together for a weekend full of golf, laughs, and great stories. Florida Mike made his second trip to Troy, NY, and spent the weekend teeing it up with the Pitch, Putt & Puff Crew, playing three rounds at Frear Park. We break down the golf, the laughs, the highlights, and share some clips from our Sunday round. Of course, no trip to Troy is complete without talking food. Mike missed out on the legendary DeFazio's Pizza, but he did get to experience another local favorite, the seasonal sensation Kay's Pizza. The big question is... which one do you think would've been his favorite? We also talk about everything else Mike squeezed into his Upstate New York visit, including trips to Lake George and the Catskills, while looking back on another unforgettable golf weekend. Now the pressure is officially on! After Mike made the trip north again, it's time for RGB and Anthony to head south this winter for some Florida golf. The countdown starts now! Tune in, enjoy the conversation, and don't forget to check out the clips from our Sunday round at Frear Park. We think you'll feel like you're right there with us. A huge thank you to our sponsor, Hudson Valley Indoor Golf (HVIG)! Whether you're looking to keep your game sharp all winter long or just want to have some fun with friends, HVIG has you covered with state-of-the-art simulators, an incredible indoor putting green, and over 150,000 courses to choose from. If you're in New York's Capital Region, make sure to stop by and see why it's one of the best places to play year-round! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/gracefellowshipny To give online: https://gracefellowship.com/give/ To glorify God by making more and better disciples. This is the vision of Grace Fellowship, led by Pastor Rex Keener and based in New York's Capital Region. —— Stay Connected Website: https://gracefellowship.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/gracefellowshipny Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/gracefellowshipny

Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/gracefellowshipny To give online: https://gracefellowship.com/give/ To glorify God by making more and better disciples. This is the vision of Grace Fellowship, led by Pastor Rex Keener and based in New York's Capital Region. —— Stay Connected Website: https://gracefellowship.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/gracefellowshipny Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/gracefellowshipny

News and Updates: FBI World Cup Drone Crackdown: The FBI has seized over 600 drones across all 11 US host cities, with operators facing $100,000 fines and drone fans fearing tighter future regulations. Amazon Prime Air in Baton Rouge: Amazon launched drone delivery from its Cortana Mall fulfillment center, making the Capital Region the first Louisiana area receiving packages by fully electric MK30 drones. Microsoft's Global Device ID: A teenage hacker's arrest revealed Microsoft tracks Windows PCs through a persistent device identifier called GDID, raising surveillance concerns since no easy opt-out exists. Ransomware Dwell Times: ExtraHop research shows hackers hide in networks an average of two and a half weeks, with nearly half of firms unaware until data is stolen. Starlink Satellites Burning Up: SpaceX incinerated 260 aging Starlink satellites in Earth's atmosphere over six months, while scientists debate the effects of metallic vapor on the upper atmosphere. Starlink Gen 3 Constellation: SpaceX filed FCC plans for a 100,000-satellite constellation promising multi-gigabit speeds, positioning it as the communications backbone for billions of AI-powered devices.

It's no secret that Amazon and e-commerce in general has been eating retial stores' lunch. You've probably thought to yourself one time this week already - "Do I really have to go to a store to buy that? Couldn't I just order it online?" Well, yes, of course, you can order just about everything online, but it's just not the same as going into a store. Is it? So, if we agree on that, what exactly is the difference? All things being equal, like price and availability, why do we prefer to go shopping in the real world? The secret, as best I can tell, has nothing to do with merchandise. It has to do with another human being actually caring about your happiness. Chase Bass runs George Bass, a family-owned men’s clothing store with locations in New Orleans, Baton Rouge and Covington. His father George started it, and Chase grew up in it. Some of Chase’s earliest memories are of time spent in the shop. He worked there through high school, went to college, tried investment banking after graduation, and fairly quickly realized that wasn’t the life he wanted. In 2010, Chase’s father saw an opening and offered Chase a job launching the Capital Region location, and Chase has been running the shop in Baton Rouge ever since. George Bass is known for premium menswear and custom clothing, but Chase will tell you pretty quickly that clothes are almost beside the point. The store keeps detailed profiles on every customer — measurements, past purchases, even photos — and the sales staff doesn’t work on commission. Chase says the goal is a customer for life, not a sale this afternoon. They don’t advertise; everything runs on word of mouth. Catherine Pletsch has been needlepointing since she was four years old. Her grandmother taught her. As a teenager she became a regular at The Elegant Needle, then owned by a woman named Marion Gremillion. At 18, Catherine was working Thursday evenings while Marion went to the symphony. By her senior year of college she was working Fridays too. Catherine spent years after college doing other things — wedding planning, church administration, LSU admissions, a law office, a bed-and-breakfast. When she moved back to Baton Rouge from Texas, buying The Elegant Needle became a real possibility. Twelve years ago she did. The Elegant Needle has been around for more than 30 years and has had a genuine resurgence lately. The pandemic brought people back to slow, handmade things. And then in 2023 a TikTok video featuring needlepoint Christmas décor went viral and introduced the craft to a whole new generation. About a third of Catherine’s customers today are first-time stitchers. The first stitch Catherine’s grandmother ever taught her was a French knot, which she still works into special family projects whenever she can. Out to Lunch is recorded live over lunch at Mansurs on the Boulevard. You can find photos from this show by Ethan Castille at itsbatonrouge.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This month Kelly Lynch shares the story of her Capital Region roots and multifaceted broadcasting career — from TV production and weekend anchoring to radio mornings — balancing family (with another veteran broadcaster), surviving layoffs, and returning to the business on her own terms. We also discuss her transition out of media, and how she unexpectedly discovered another rewarding career.

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Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/gracefellowshipny To give online: https://gracefellowship.com/give/ To glorify God by making more and better disciples. This is the vision of Grace Fellowship, led by Pastor Rex Keener and based in New York's Capital Region. —— Stay Connected Website: https://gracefellowship.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/gracefellowshipny Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/gracefellowshipny

Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/gracefellowshipny To give online: https://gracefellowship.com/give/ To glorify God by making more and better disciples. This is the vision of Grace Fellowship, led by Pastor Rex Keener and based in New York's Capital Region. —— Stay Connected Website: https://gracefellowship.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/gracefellowshipny Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/gracefellowshipny


This week, we're recording live on tape at Snyder's Restaurant in Halfmoon with a very special guest who is also the newest member of team Two Buttons Deep: Pat Fleming --the man behind the popular online series, Another Day Another Diner. We chat with Pat about his unique new side quest, which celebrity he sees as competition in the diner space, learn more about his diner criteria and more. EPISODE NOTES: Introducing our special guest (2:20) Pat explains his signature "forward motion" photos (4:30) The "hockey shot" that changed the game (10:30) Our side quests (13:08) Pat comes clean about his April Fool's joke (18:47) Upstate NY diners are unlike any others (22:45) How young is too young to drink coffee?..... (31:16) Short Kings are in (36:10) Our favorite things about America in honor of its 250th birthday (39:40) Troyalty will be taking over @aroundtroy (48:38) Pat's ambitious endeavor that could earn him a spot in the Guinness Book of World Records (51:15) Roast or Toast presented by Snyder's Restaurant (53:58) Today's episode is brought to you by Frank Adams Jewelers, a highly respected, fourth-generation family-owned luxury jeweler located on Wolf Road in Albany. For nearly a century, they've built a reputation as “Albany's Finest,” growing from a small watch repair business founded in 1922 into the Capital Region's premier destination for fine jewelry and luxury timepieces. They specialize in fine diamonds, engagement rings, and luxury watches, carrying world-renowned brands like Rolex, Tudor, David Yurman, and more. Whether you're shopping for a once-in-a-lifetime gift or just looking to treat yourself, Frank Adams combines high-end selection with the kind of personal service that's made them a Capital Region staple for generations. Visit them online or in person at 144 Wolf Road in Albany, open Tuesday through Saturday.

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Shannon Tehya is an award-winning independent artist and a pillar for nightlife in the New York Capital Region. She joined Arbor Mae in the studio to discuss everything she's overcome to get to this point, her role in Troupe Productions, and her upcoming album release this July. You can support Shannon's music through Bandcamp and find out about the next Troupe Productions event at troupeproductions.com

Mark Dunlea summarizes the results of June 23rd's primaries in the Capital District as well as other races.

This week, we spend the episode discussing a traumatic event I witnessed outside my home last week. We unpack the experience, the horrific series of events that unfolded, and the reaction to the story in the local news. Trigger Warning: This episode contains descriptions and discussions of a fatal motor vehicle accident. This episode is brought to you by Tully Rinckey PLLC, a full-service law firm serving individuals and businesses in the Capital Region for over 20 years. Their attorneys are ready to protect your rights and guide you through legal matters related to Family & Matrimonial Law, Employment Law, Criminal Law, Litigation, Education Law, Business Law and Trusts & Estates. For experienced legal support from a firm that proudly gives back to its community, learn more at tullylegal.com or follow on social media @tullylegal.

Saturday, June 13, 2026, MBN was on the road to the Capital Region International Airport. 100 Years of Flight Celebration Lands at Capital Region International Airport, June 13th LANSING, Mich.— The Capital Region International Airport celebrated 100 years of flight by hosting a Centennial Celebration on Saturday, June 13, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the airport, located at 4100 Capital City Blvd in Lansing. This video shares the opening ceremony from 10:30 a.m., with special presentations by former United States Senator Debbie Stabenow, United States Congressman Tom Barrett, State Senator Sarah Anthony and Lansing's Mayor Andy Schor. MBN's Chris Holman emceed the gathering. He welcomes Nicole Noll-Williams, CEO of the Capital Region Airport Authority, which operates the Capital Region International Airport. Next was Lansing Mayor Andy Schor, followed by former U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow. Michigan U.S. Congressman Tom Barrett leads to State Senator Sarah Anthony, Paula Cunningham, chair of the Mid-Michigan Business Travel Coalition. The presentations moved on to some local officials, Clinton County Commissioner Robert Showers, Ingham County Commissioner Robert Peña, and Eaton County Commissioner Mark Mudry. The airport is at the nexus of Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton Counties, with much of its acreage in Clinton County, but is also designated as part of the city of Lansing. The dignitaries' set was wrapped up with Julie Pingston, CDME, CMP, CTA, President & CEO of Choose Lansing, which handles travel and tourism in Mid-Michigan. The video wraps up with Bob Hoffman, Ron O'Neil, and Sparty selecting the first prize winner of the day, along with some footage around the day's festivities. The event and parking were free to the public. “We are thrilled to celebrate 100 years of flight with our community,” said Nicole Noll-Williams, president and CEO of the Capital Region Airport Authority. “This event represents more than just a major milestone; it represents the long-lasting impact that the Capital Region International Airport has had within the community. Generating over $1 billion annually and supporting 1,000 on-site jobs, the airport remains a powerful engine for Mid-Michigan's economic growth.” A diverse group of local organizations, flight schools, and community partners on-site, including: - Lansing Community College (LCC) - Crosswinds Aviation - Eaton RESA - Michigan Department of Transportation - Capital Area District Library - Warbirds of Glory Museum - Ingham County Emergency Management - A Veteran Helping Veteran - NuWave - Michigan Rosies - Tuskegee Airmen of Detroit - MSU Federal Credit Union - MSU Mobility - Capital Area Radio Drone Squadron (CARDS) - Army - Michigan State Police - Avflight - Choose Lansing - Triterra - And many more! The Capital Region Airport Authority owns and operates the Capital Region International Airport (LAN), Mason Jewett Field Airport (TEW) and Port Lansing – a global logistics center and mid-Michigan's only U.S. Port of Entry. The Capital Region International Airport is an important asset in the mid-Michigan community, driving $1 billion annually in economic impact with 700 people employed at the airport. The airport welcomes more than 352,000 visitors each year to connect throughout the country and the world. In addition to providing corporate and general aviation, the Capital Region International Airport moves 63.5 million pounds of cargo annually and is one of two airports in the state with a U.S. Customs and Border Protection Federal Inspection Station. Port Lansing, mid-Michigan's only U.S. Port of Entry and home to Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) #275 covering eight counties, also features a 48,000-square-foot cargo facility and container freight station, and 425 acres of ready-to-develop land. For more information, go to FlyLansing.com and visit the airport's Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter accounts.###

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Knicks Win 1st Championship Since 1973! The long wait is finally over for Knicks' fans. New York is NBA champs for the first time in 53 years. We're talking with the voice of the NBA on ESPN Radio. Marc Kestecher had a front row seat to the Knicks ending their title drought. Plus, Toto front man Joe Williams joins the show ahead the band's concert at SPAC on July 16th. And, Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake grad Kate Snow talks about growing up in the Capital Region and her career as an anchor at NBC News.

Silicon Bites Ep352 | 2026-06-16 | Fifteen kilometres from the Kremlin: thirty-six hours after the Pechersk Lavra burned, Ukraine hits the heart of Moscow's fuel economy, striking a vast oil refinery that services the imperial capital. Breaking: 16 June 2026 — coordinated Ukrainian strike on Moscow oil refinery in the Kapotnya district damages the ELOU avt-6 primary distillation unit; 500-kilometre range; all four major Moscow airports forced to suspend operations; about 60 drones intercepted in what TASS calls one of the largest barrages on the capital all year; Zelensky confirms the strike on his way to the G7; the response to the Lavra strike was always going to come — and the timing is perfect. Ukraine comes to the international summit with a full deck of cards. ----------ACTIVE CAMPAIGN:We are raising funds for 5 of 15 Vampire DronesSilicon Curtain for Kupiansk Vampires. Dzyga's Paw, together with Jonathan Fink, is joining forces to raise $40,000 to provide the Khartiia Brigade with Vampire Drones.https://dzygaspaw.com/silicon-curtain-for-kupiansk-vampiresThese heavy bombers are designed to destroy manpower and equipment, as well as for remote mining. The Vampire UAV, manufactured by Skyfall, has proven itself to be one of the most effective weapons in the Kupiansk direction. Skyfall is one of Ukraine's largest defense tech companies, producing Vampire bomber drones, various modifications of Shrike FPV drones, P1-SUN, Shahed drone interceptors, communication systems, and components.----------SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.gofundme.com/f/scaling-up-campaign-to-fight-authoritarian-disinformation----------TRUSTED CHARITIES ON THE GROUND:Save Ukrainehttps://www.saveukraineua.org/Superhumans - Hospital for war traumashttps://superhumans.com/en/UNBROKEN - Treatment. Prosthesis. Rehabilitation for Ukrainians in Ukrainehttps://unbroken.org.ua/Come Back Alivehttps://savelife.in.ua/en/Chefs For Ukraine - World Central Kitchenhttps://wck.org/relief/activation-chefs-for-ukraineUNITED24 - An initiative of President Zelenskyyhttps://u24.gov.ua/Serhiy Prytula Charity Foundationhttps://prytulafoundation.org----------SOURCES:RBC-Ukraine — "Drones strike Moscow's largest oil refinery" (16 June 2026) UNITED24 Media — "Ukrainian Drones Hit Moscow Oil Refinery Supplying 40% of Capital Region's Fuel" (16 June 2026) Bloomberg — "Ukraine Strikes Moscow Oil Refinery in Latest Drone Attack on Russia" (16 June 2026) Kyiv Post — "Moscow Refinery, Krasnodar Oil Depot Burning in Massive Ukrainian Drone Raid" (16 June 2026) ABC News — "Moscow mayor says dozens of Ukrainian drones downed in attack on Russian capital" (16 June 2026) Euronews — "Moscow oil refinery ablaze after retaliatory Ukrainian drone strike" (16 June 2026)Interfax Ukraine — "Defense forces strike Moscow oil refinery and design bureau in Tula" (16 June 2026) UNN (Ukrainian News Network) — "General Staff confirmed the strike on the Moscow Oil Refinery and more" (16 June 2026) Mezha (Bukvy) — "Ukrainian special forces struck Moscow refinery, causing major fire" (16 June 2026) MSN / Daily Mail wire — "Ukrainian drone attacks spark fires at Moscow refinery and Krasnodar region fuel depot" (16 June 2026) RBC-Ukraine — "Moscow oil refinery burns after Ukrainian drone strike - Details emerge" (16 June 2026)----------

Nick and Jessica Lee join Katie and Michele for our latest episode.Nick and Jess host their own podcast called "Murder Through The Grapevine" which focused on true crime in and around the Capital Region of NY. They talk about cold cases as well as solved cases. Let's get their background story about the podcast as well as some of the cases that they've discussed.You'll find "Murder Through The Grapevine" on all of the major podcast platforms.We hope you enjoy another can't miss episode!

Thom Francis welcomes Ulster County Poet Laureate Mike Jurkovic. Mike was the featured reader, promoting his chapbook Eve's Venom, at Poets Speak Loud on Monday, October 27, 2014. +++++ Poets Speak Loud was a poetry open mic series hosted by Mary Panza that began at The Lark Tavern in January 31, 2005 - the same night that that legendary local poet, environmentalist, activist, and “grandfather of the Albany poetry scene” Tom Nattell passed away. In 2010, a fire destroyed the longtime Albany establishment, forcing the open mic to find a new home. Not long after, Poets Speak Loud rose from the ashes and began its run at McGeary's in downtown Albany until COVID-19 brought the series to its end. Over the years many poets and spoken word artists from the Capital Region, Hudson Valley, and beyond were featured at Poets Speak Loud. On October 27, 2014, poet and writer Mike Jurkovic took the stage. Mike Jurkovic was named 2025 and 2026 Ulster County Poet Laureate. He has published poetry, prose, and music reviews globally with little reportable income. Jurkovic's 5 full-length poetry collections include Buckshot Reckoning (Luchador Press, 2023), mooncussers (Luchador Press, 2022) AmericanMental (Luchador Press, 2020); haiku collections Monet's Bamboo (CAPS Press, 2025), and Blue Fan Whirring (Nirala Press, 2018). He is the president of Calling All Poets reading series, which is celebrating 26 years in the Hudson Valley. You can find his reviews online at All About Jazz and lightwoodpress.com. He hosts NuJazzXcursions every Monday night at 9:00 am on WVKR-91.3FM Vassar College.  Local poet Dan Wilcox posted on his blog about MIke's reading: Mike Jurkovic has been reading around a lot lately, promoting his new chapbook Eve's Venom (Post Traumatic Press, 2014), which I'd already bought, but it is always fun to hear Mike read. He began with some poems not in the book with minimal introduction, because his poems often tell a story, cynically pondering the world around him, such as a poems about being stopped at a traffic light next to “the dwarf Morpheus,” or “Crows Gathering at the Grey Sky,” or “Andy Martin's American Letter.” Then to poems from Eve's Venom, some read without the titles, …the hysterical “Bio-Hazard,” “Yearbook,” … In the past Mike would wander the room performing his poems, tonight he stuck pretty close to the mic, his poems doing the wandering.

Subscribe to our channel: www.youtube.com/gracefellowshipny To give online: gracefellowship.com/give/ To glorify God by making more and better disciples. This is the vision of Grace Fellowship, led by Pastor Rex Keener and based in New York's Capital Region. —— Stay Connected Website: gracefellowship.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/gracefellowshipny Instagram: www.instagram.com/gracefellowshipny

Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/gracefellowshipny To give online: https://gracefellowship.com/give/ To glorify God by making more and better disciples. This is the vision of Grace Fellowship, led by Pastor Rex Keener and based in New York's Capital Region. —— Stay Connected Website: https://gracefellowship.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/gracefellowshipny Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/gracefellowshipny

This week, it's a solo episode catching up on the latest developments in motherhood, mainly the backstory of the past 18 weeks of my second pregnancy. I discuss how I knew it was time to start trying for a second baby, how I'm feeling this time vs. the first time, what not going to Target during the first trimester has taught me, answering your questions from social media and more. EPISODE NOTES: I really need the warmer times and chiller vibes (2:06) Does baby #1 need to have a bucket list summer? (4:08) Knowing when it was the right time to try for a second baby (7:58) The first trimester the second-time around (26:50) I finally realize Target might be a trap (37:40) Can you love a second baby as much as the first? (48:45) Answering your questions presented by Albany Mechanical Services (57:35) Stay ready for whatever the week throws your way with WellNow Urgent Care— open daily with no appointment required, as well as 24/7 virtual care. Whether you're battling seasonal allergies during The Pollening, in need of an X-ray or simply want to stop in to ask a provider a question, the team at WellNow is here for you with 20 locations here in the Capital Region. Visit wellnow.com to find the urgent care closest to you or follow along with WellNow on social media. Albany Mechanical Services has been serving the Capital Region for over 40 years with honest, reliable HVAC services to heat and cool your home all year long. Right now, you can get an instant quote on their website to price out the latest upgrades you need to your system. Visit them online or follow them on social media.

This week, I am pumped to finally free the bump and let my pregnancy announcement hit the podcast airwaves --starting off with how I felt about breaking the news to my cohost Jack back in March. And other news, we've got QUITE the handful of Nobody Asked Me, But...thoughts, the aftermath of getting dogged up with a footlong dog, a friendly game of roast or toast and more. EPISODE NOTES: Prepping for our Frank Adams visit (1:03) Having to tell Jack I'm pregnant (8:35) Nobody Asked Me, But... (20:25) Peaks and Pits presented by The Edison Club (36:05) The peak moment to get recognized (42:52) A hot take on this whole "everything hallelujah" situation (51:44) Taking down a footlong dog on MDW and the following mom fail afterward (53:46) Roast or Toast (1:09:48) Today's episode is brought to you by Frank Adams Jewelers, a highly respected, fourth-generation family-owned luxury jeweler located on Wolf Road in Albany. For nearly a century, they've built a reputation as “Albany's Finest,” growing from a small watch repair business founded in 1922 into the Capital Region's premier destinations for fine jewelry and luxury timepieces. They specialize in fine diamonds, engagement rings, and luxury watches, carrying world-renowned brands like Rolex, Tudor, David Yurman, and more. Whether you're shopping for a once-in-a-lifetime gift or just looking to treat yourself, Frank Adams combines high-end selection with the kind of personal service that's made them a Capital Region staple for generations. Visit them online or in person at 144 Wolf Road in Albany, open Tuesday through Saturday.