Podcast appearances and mentions of Hudson Valley

The healthcare system we've built is remarkably good at treating disease. The question is whether it's designed to create health. In this episode of Bright Spots in Healthcare, Eric Glazer sits down with Dr. John D'Angelo, President and CEO of Northwell Health, one of the largest health systems in the country, for a candid conversation about what healthcare leaders may be underestimating about the decade ahead. Rather than focusing on individual trends, Dr. D'Angelo challenges some of healthcare's biggest assumptions, from the way we think about affordability, to the way we deliver care, to the role technology should play in helping people stay healthy before they become patients. The discussion explores why affordability may ultimately be a prevention challenge, how healthcare can move from episodic encounters to continuous health management, what workforce shortages mean for the future of care delivery, and why building the right digital infrastructure may be one of the most important investments health systems make over the next decade. If you're responsible for leading change inside a health system, health plan, physician organization, or healthcare company, this conversation offers a thoughtful perspective on what healthcare may need to become, not just what it needs to improve. In this episode, you'll learn: Why Dr. D'Angelo believes healthcare can't "cut its way" to affordability What a more proactive and personalized healthcare system could look like How workforce shortages are forcing leaders to rethink traditional care models Why continuous health may become more important than episodic care How Northwell is building the digital foundation for the future of healthcare What healthcare leaders may be underestimating about the next decade About Dr. John D'Angelo:  A physician first and foremost, Dr. John D'Angelo leads with compassion. With over 25 years of practical experience, he continues to transform health care operations with his recent appointment as president and CEO of Northwell Health, the Northeast's largest nonprofit health system. Dr. D'Angelo oversees a complex network of 28 hospitals and 106,000 employees, including over 1,000 outpatient facilities, 22,000 nurses and over 20,000 physicians with an operating budget of $22.6 billion. Northwell cares for more than 3 million people annually in the New York metro area, including Long Island, the Hudson Valley, western Connecticut and beyond. Full bio: ​​https://www.northwell.edu/sites/northwell.edu/files/2026-03/dangelo-john-newsroom-03-25-2026.pdf Follow Dr. D'Angelo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-dangelo-md/ About Bright Spots Ventures: Bright Spots Ventures is a healthcare strategy and engagement company that creates content, communities, and connections to accelerate innovation.   We help healthcare leaders discover what's working, and how to scale it. By bringing together health plan, hospital, and solution leaders, we facilitate the exchange of ideas that lead to measurable impact. Through our podcast, executive councils, private events, and go-to-market strategy work, we surface and amplify the "bright spots" in healthcare, proven innovations others can learn from and replicate. At our core, we exist to create trusted relationships that make real progress possible. Visit our website at www.brightspotsinhealthcare.com.

Labrador frontman Pat King sits down with John to talk about growing up in the rural Hudson Valley, being exposed to a lot of art and music through his father, and how countless family trips to New York City convinced him he was a city guy. Pat also talks about his bands, getting away from practicing them to death, and writing more like John Prine. He shares a performance of a new song, "Slow Down, King", from Labrador's new album.  The new Labrador LP, 'The Rosy Red World' is out June 5th on No Way Of Knowing Records. The band will play on June 12th at Johnny Brenda's with Old Souls and Maxwell Stern and the Good Light Band. They'll also be down in Newark, DE on June 13 at Newark Bike Project with Death By Indie and Red Birds. We're having a party! 25 O'Clock will be doing a live taping on June 20th at The Grape in Manayunk. RSVP here, the event is free. There will be conversations with and live performances from The Blackburns and Máty, as well as plenty of hang-out time. Do attend. 

El Califa de León is a family-run Mexico City taqueria that's been in business for over half a century. It was opened by butcher Juan Hernández González in 1968, who created the now-legendary gaonera tenderloin taco. In 2024, it became the first-ever taqueria to receive a Michelin star, sparking a global surge of recognition that has paved the way for expansion outside of Mexico, led by the new generation. Today on the show, José Andrés Hernández stopped by the studio to talk about being the CEO of El Califa de León's US-based operating company Authentic Taco Holdings and bringing the family business to New York City and beyond.  Also on the show, Clayton jumps in with Matt for Three Things to discuss what's exciting us in the world of food and culture. We discuss: An exciting new restaurant is opening in the Hudson Valley, Andiamo, from chef Ciarán McGoldrick. Also: It's Colson Whitehead season and we re-read the incredible Sag Harbor, with a shoutout to Bellvale Farms ice cream. Lastly, check out our recent episode traveling with Whole Foods buyers to Spain. It's a good one. Subscribe to This Is TASTE: ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠, ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us Fan MailWe all know that water is precious, and that the soil is important, but do we really know what happens when we take both of them for granted?  We should know our history, because the Dust Bowl occurred less than a century ago.  We might start treating the Ogallala Aquifer like the source that waters 25% of the agricultural production in the entire country, instead of like a drinking fountain in the school cafeteria.  We might also remember that conservation is self-preservation, and not just a hashtag.As the Dust Bowl has shown us, soil and water and the interactions between the two are critical.  Lauren Drum is here today to talk about it.  She works for the Dutchess County Soil & Water Conservation District doing testing, program implementation, and education for the Hudson Valley community.  After all, New York takes its Black Dirt deposits very seriously.  All that lovely, fertile muck took aeons to get there, . Links:https://www.loc.gov/classroom-materials/united-states-history-primary-source-timeline/great-depression-and-world-war-ii-1929-1945/dust-bowl/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Depopulation_of_the_Great_Plainshttps://lacusveris.com/The%20Hi-Line%20and%20the%20Yellowstone%20Trail/The%20Buffalo%20Commons/From%20Dust%20to%20Dust.shtmlhttps://www.cdfa.ca.gov/statistics/https://www.nass.usda.gov/Data_Visualization/Commodity/index.phphttps://www.britannica.com/biography/Dorothea-Langehttps://depts.washington.edu/moving1/dustbowl_migration.shtmlhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Migrant_Motherhttps://www.britannica.com/place/Dust-Bowlhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Plainshttps://topostreets.com/top-10-largest-aquifers-in-the-world/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ogallala_Aquiferhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Ludlum_bibliographyhttps://grokipedia.com/page/Black_Dirt_RegionSupport the show

If your house is sitting on the MLS and you're starting to stress — stop.   In this video I break down: -Why your listing isn't getting the showings and offers you expected -The 3-week rule every house flipper needs to follow before making any moves -How to reduce your price the right way without leaving money on the table -What your days on market and comparables are actually telling you   If you're in the Hudson Valley, Delaware, or the Seattle area and have a house you want to wholesale — reach out. I'd love to connect!

This week on the Hudson Valley Disc Golf Podcast: Evan, Tim, Alex, Corey and Jaimen are joined by Kaitlyn Clay and Kathleen Bemis. We catch up with all they've been doing in Disc Golf recently; one's  a Team Challenge Captain, one's a Team Challenge Commissioner, both are DisCap Board members and sometimes they even throw discs.We recap their trip to Leicester, Massachusetts for The NorthEast Women's Global Event and the event they ran the next weekend at SWP, DisCap presents Tower of Flowers WGE. We heard about their rounds both weekends, Evan's round at SPW and what goes into running an event. As usual, we covered all of the local events everyone played in and some they didn't(including maybe a Survivor 50 spoiler) and finished it off with a round of Disc or No Disc that was filled with tough questions and maybe a couple mistakes.Support the showSpecial Thanks to our Patreon Supporters: Branden Cline, Tim Goyette, Peter Hodge, Ryan Nelson, Kevin T. Kroencke, Brian Monahan, Corey Cook, Evan Parsley, Mark Bryan, Nick Warren, Jasan Lasasso, Justin Mucelli, Terry Hudson, Kyle Hirsch, Brian Bickersmith, Sparky Spaulding, Mike Schwartz, Erich Struna, William Byrne, Jeff Wiechowski, Sean Dollard, Jack Bradley, Marcia Focht, Justin Hickok, Troy Vassari, Erik Haenel, Ross O'Toole and Peter FitzSisti.

The cover story of Slow Flowers Journal's spring issue – published in early May — features an editorial-style photoshoot of a wedding at the top of Catamount Mountain in New York's Berkshires. The florals for this beautiful production were designed by Rebekah Mindel of Meadow Wilds, today's guest – and if you haven't seen or […] The post Episode 770: Hudson Valley farmer-florist Rebekah Mindel of Meadow Wilds, on growing and designing weddings with a sense of season and place appeared first on Slow Flowers Podcast with Debra Prinzing.

What if the most transformative practice available to us requires nothing but complete darkness? Tami Simon speaks with interdisciplinary scholar and Tibetan Buddhist practitioner Andrew Holecek—author of Total Eclipse of the Mind—about the ancient practice of dark retreat: what happens to the mind when all light is removed, why it's been called "meditation times a thousand," and how to bring its power into everyday life.This conversation offers genuine transmission—not just concepts about awakening, but the palpable presence of realized teachers exploring the growing edge of spiritual understanding together. Originally aired on Sounds True One.This episode is sponsored by Omega Institute, a global gathering hub for lifelong learning and spiritual exploration. Located in upstate New York's beautiful Hudson Valley, Omega offers weekend workshops, special events, rest and rejuvenation retreats, professional trainings, online learning, and more. Discover what calls to you at eomega.org/true.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start of summer. While many might be tempted to jet set off to a foreign country or another city this season, there are plenty of great options to visit around New York state in the summertime, from the Hudson Valley, to the Catskills, the North Country and the Finger Lakes. Where would you stop if you were to plan a road trip around New York? Ross Levi, Empire State Development Vice President and Executive Director of New York State's Division of Tourism, helps plan your New York State summer road trip and listeners share their favorite destinations. Photo by Andrew Lichtenstein/Corbis via Getty Images: A landscape view of the Taconic Parkway, looking southbound, as it winds its way through the rural landscape between the Hudson River Valley and the Catskills, August 18, 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Several closely contested congressional races are developing across New York before next month's primaries. District 7 in Brooklyn and Queens has emerged as a focal point following Nydia Velázquez's announcement that she will retire, while District 10 in Brooklyn and Manhattan features a prominent challenge by Brad Lander against Dan Goldman. Manhattan's NY-12 is also attracting significant attention with Jerry Nadler's impending retirement. NY1 investigative reporter Courtney Gross and political reporters Bobby Cuza and Dan Rivoli analyze those races, as well as the primary challenges confronting Grace Meng and Adriano Espaillat, in addition to a pivotal swing district in the Hudson Valley.

Nearly 37 years after being born at just 1 pound 4.5 ounces and spending the first four months of her life fighting to survive in the NICU, Shawna returned to Maria Fareri Children's Hospital at Westchester Medical Center for an emotional full-circle moment.This week on Life Beyond The Mic, Shawna and LaLa open up about delivering Mother's Day gift bags to moms currently in the NICU, reconnecting with one of Shawna's NICU nurses, and the overwhelming emotions that came with returning to the hospital that saved her life.The girls also sit down with Dina Shanowitz, Founder & CEO of Zomee, to discuss supporting NICU moms and the company's generous donation of 60 breast pumps for families spending Mother's Day beside their fragile little ones.A heartfelt thank you to Zomee, Owlet, Born Into Motherhood, and Itzy Ritzy for helping make this meaningful day possible.Hosted by Shawna and LaLa, Life Beyond The Mic brings real conversations that go beyond the mic, lights, cameras, and stage.  Follow the show so you never miss an episode, and if this resonated with you, share it with someone who needs to hear it.  We feature real conversations, product experiences, and brands we genuinely love.  For interviews, product features, and media opportunities, visit www.shawnaandlala.com.

This Week on The Hudson Valley Disc Golf Podcast: Corey, Alex, Randy, Evan, Tim and Joe are joined by a surprise guest to take a look back at the week that was in local disc golf. We started by addressing a few comments we received on our Facebook page concerning picks for local events and which SkipAce events to add.Then we had a surprise visit. Unfortunately, we had some technical issues and had to get creative to save the audio. We then talked about some of the preparations being made for the Jammer on June 20th and who would be playing before getting into the last week in local disc golf, including Faux Finals 3 and a couple of leagues from this week.We finished it up with a round of Disc or No Disc using the new deal.Support the showSpecial Thanks to our Patreon Supporters: Branden Cline, Tim Goyette, Peter Hodge, Ryan Nelson, Kevin T. Kroencke, Brian Monahan, Corey Cook, Evan Parsley, Mark Bryan, Nick Warren, Jasan Lasasso, Justin Mucelli, Terry Hudson, Kyle Hirsch, Brian Bickersmith, Sparky Spaulding, Mike Schwartz, Erich Struna, William Byrne, Jeff Wiechowski, Sean Dollard, Jack Bradley, Marcia Focht, Justin Hickok, Troy Vassari, Erik Haenel, Ross O'Toole and Peter FitzSisti.

This XMTR Radio Hour is a radio journey through 20th Century American Radio with radio pirate and sound art enthusiast Tom Roe. He co-founded 87X and free103point9 and the home for sound and radio art in Hudson Valley, New York State  - Wave Farm. Tom is a radio artist, DJ and writer. He produces the weekly Donald Drumpf Theatre show and a regular all things radio and sound-art newsletter 'Turn on The News'. This is a personal history tour through the power of airwaves from comedy sketches to phone ins and everything in between. 

What does a lasting spiritual partnership actually look like—behind closed doors? Tami Simon speaks with nico and devon hase—married Buddhist teachers and co-authors of the new Sounds True book This Messy, Gorgeous Love: A Buddhist Guide to Lasting Partnership—about why real intimacy requires the willingness to be a little volcanic, a lot forgiving, and always, beautifully finding your balance rather than holding it.This conversation offers genuine transmission—not just concepts about awakening, but the palpable presence of realized teachers exploring the growing edge of spiritual understanding together. Originally aired on Sounds True One.This episode is sponsored by Omega Institute, a global gathering hub for lifelong learning and spiritual exploration. Located in upstate New York's beautiful Hudson Valley, Omega offers weekend workshops, special events, rest and rejuvenation retreats, professional trainings, online learning, and more. Discover what calls to you at eomega.org/true.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Upgrade to the Ad Free Premium Podcast Experience - https://rachelhollis.supercast.com Get your copy of Rachel's Book Here: Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Millon, Bookshop.org, or wherever books are sold! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices In this episode of The Rachel Hollis podcast, she challenges the idea that adulthood, ambition, or leadership must constantly feel exhausting and argues that a lighter, more intentional life is often built through small daily choices rather than dramatic overhauls. Drawing from her own recent move from Los Angeles to the Hudson Valley, she reflects on simplifying her lifestyle and shares nine “tiny habits” that help her feel more grounded, including starting the day with intention, avoiding her phone in the morning, using the two-minute rule to overcome procrastination, drinking water before coffee, setting a bedtime alarm, moving her body daily, ending the day by noticing what went right, finding moments of laughter, and practicing self-compassion. Ultimately, she emphasizes that meaningful change does not come from perfection or doing everything at once, but from consistently choosing one small habit that brings more ease, presence, and gratitude into everyday life. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Show Notes:On this week's episode, Sam Rebelein came on to tell me how he fell in love with horror movies and how he got into writing horror. He's the author of the Edenville books which take place in a fictional town in the Hudson Valley in upstate New York. He told me what fascinates him the most in horror movies, what his writing process is, and his personal favorite horror authors. He also told me one of his favorite scary stories from the Hudson Valley, the spooky stuff there is to do in October in Poughkeepsie, and his personal full moon rituals and so much more!Sam's Socials: Website: https://www.srebelein.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebelsam94/?hl=enBuy Sam's Books: https://www.srebelein.com/edenville Who's There? Socials:Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/whostherepc.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whostherepcTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/whostherepcLetterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/thatgirlallison/ Email: whostherepc@gmail.com Website: https://www.whostherepodcast.com Join the Email List: https://mailchi.mp/4a109b94d3bc/newsletter-signup 

This weekend's 1 in 31: Autism Today guest is Kimberly Popolizio. Kimberly is the owner of and instructor at i2Evolve LLLC. She is also a NYS K-12 Certified Art Educator, and holds Trauma-informed Creative Art & Sand Play Therapy Certificates from SUNY Albany. i2Evolve is an art studio located in the Hudson Valley region of New York. They partner with schools and organizations who want to bring art into their everyday lives. They provide studio classes, private sessions, summer camps and workshops, parties, paint and sip events, and more! The i2Evolve Art Studio team was recently trained by Anderson Center for Autism to become an Autism Supportive Environment as well! Tune in or learn more or visit: https://i2evolve.com/

Jordan has on his good friend Steven Zang to talk about Super Impose, his short film that premiered at The Garden State Film Festival. This episode is so Jersey (shot a month ago because I've been moving). They talk about the Williams Center, Comedy, Filmmaking and so much more. Part 2 is next week! Follow Steven at @Zang_in_high_def on Instagram! Upcoming shows can be found at lnhstudios.com/shows May 15th PS It's Funny at Preservation Society Vintage Shoppe in Midland Park, NJ lnhstudios.com/shows/preservationsocietymay15 *Filmmakers!* Sign up for Sutudu, a new platform to get distribution and package your pitches to sell to investors. A platform by filmmakers for filmmakers that takes the smallest royalties from distribution deals. Check it out, you can signup for a free account to get started. https://sutudu.com/register?ref=w8nyaxaw Sessions With Mary Jane is a Cannabis infused podcast hosted by stoner comedian and filmmaker, Jordan Fried.  It features interviews from musicians, filmmakers, comedians, politicians, writers and business owners along with solo concept episodes.  While all guests do not necessarily partake, the one requirement is that they are pretty chill, man.  Listen for untold stories, how to guides, deeper dives and expanded curiosities. Your source for all things New Jersey, Hudson Valley and NYC.  New Episodes every Wednesday with exclusive bonus content. An LNH Studios podcast on the Gotham Network. Produced by the Gotham Network. Jordan Fried⁠ (⁠https://jordanfried.myportfolio.com/⁠) is a SAG AFTRA comedian and filmmaker from Warwick, NY currently based in Rutherford, NJ. His debut comedy special and album, When The Edible Hits, is out on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music, X, Facebook and Vinyl.  He is the co-director, co-writer and star of Beware The Horn, a film about a film school graduate that stumbles upon an improv troupe that he thinks is a cult.  He also appeared as the Young Peter Madoff in Madoff : Monster of Wall Street. He studied Digital Media Production and English at Tulane University, where he was a member of Cat Mafia Comedy. He's performed at Rhino Comedy, Eastville Comedy Club, Hell Yes Fest, Binghamton Comedy and Arts Festival, New Orleans Comedy and Arts Festival and Northern Virginia Comedy Festival. He produced the comedy variety show, Circuit Break; Late Night Hump at NJ Weedman's Joint; and he is a founding member of the improv troupes, Duly Noted and The Mutts.  He taught media, podcasting and comedy classes for Montclair Film, Blue Sky Kids and Educate The Block.  He recently worked as the operations manager at The Williams Center in Rutherford, NJ. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Glenn Kreisberg is a researcher, engineer, author of Spirits in Stone: The Secrets of Megalithic America and co-founder of The Overlook Mountain Center in Woodstock, New York. For this in-the-field episode, we visit a mysterious archaeological site, a mountainside covered in signs of ancient indigenous habitation, enigmatic cairns and serpentine walls. After a reading of early 19th-century accounts from the likes of Lewis & Clark about stone heaps and large stone worship in Native American culture, we begin an intriguing & controversial conversation about the differences in opinion of the origin of the mysterious stone structures littered across the Hudson River Valley. Are they merely the remnants of colonial farm life? Are they much older Native American ceremonial landscapes? Do some have astrological alignments to the stars and solstices? And for what purpose were they made? After touring Overlook Mountain, we hike along a ragged ridge top to what appears to be a megalith perched upon a peg. Throughout are wild musings on possible Celtic influence, the study of orbs, psychedelics and the return of the goddess.Purchase Glenn's book Spirits in Stone: The Secrets of Megalithic America and join his Facebook group Archaeoastronomy and Landscape Archaeology in Northeast America. Learn more about The Overlook Mountain Center at overlookmountain.org Music by Eli Murray "Bush Meditation"Written & Performed by BUSHRANGER"The Warm Waves of Nature"Written & Performed by Gentleforce"Mountain Ascension"Written & Performed by Gentleforce"Flood Maker"Written & Performed by BUSHRANGER"The Rocks are Listening"Written & Performed by BUSHRANGER"Gully Music"Written & Performed by BUSHRANGERSupport Our Numinous Nature on Patreon.Follow Our Numinous Nature & my naturalist illustrations on InstagramCheck out my shop of shirts, prints, and books featuring my artContact: herbaceoushuman@gmail.com

This week on The Hudson Valley Disc Golf Podcast: Corey, Alex, Randy, Jaimen, Evan, and Tim talk about the last week in Disc Golf.We kick things off with the local leagues and doubles:Corey breaks down the JDubz Points Championships.Jaimen discusses the CtK Handicap League.Randy reports back from Stonykill Dubs.Alex shares highlights from OKDGC Doubles.Evan recaps Prospect Monday Doubles.We also touch on the action from Gunks Monday Dubs, Saratoga Spa Random Dubz, Campgaw, Colonial Acres, Skylands, Wilcox (Tags & Dubs), Kisco Tuesday, Deadbeat, Shen Creek, PJDGC Spring/Summer, Women's League at SPW, DiscBeat Club, CPS Thursday, TGIFDR Dubs, SPW, CranMore, and LIDG Sunday Doubles.Then we go over the latest SkipAce update, and debate UDisc's newly released list of the Top 10 Disc Golf Courses in New York. To wrap things up, the guys face off in a high-stakes round of our favorite game: "Disc or No Disc."Support the showSpecial Thanks to our Patreon Supporters: Branden Cline, Tim Goyette, Peter Hodge, Ryan Nelson, Kevin T. Kroencke, Brian Monahan, Corey Cook, Evan Parsley, Mark Bryan, Nick Warren, Jasan Lasasso, Justin Mucelli, Terry Hudson, Kyle Hirsch, Brian Bickersmith, Sparky Spaulding, Mike Schwartz, Erich Struna, William Byrne, Jeff Wiechowski, Sean Dollard, Jack Bradley, Marcia Focht, Justin Hickok, Troy Vassari, Erik Haenel, Ross O'Toole and Peter FitzSisti.

Antonia and Roger Vanoro are husband and wife, soul collaborators, and the creators of Ontodelic Inquiry™, a somatic and subtle-field approach to transformation that bridges depth psychology, body-centered therapy, and the lived wisdom of altered states. Ontodelic draws from the Greek roots for "being" and "revealing," pointing to a revelation of being that works at the level of the body, the psyche, and the karmic storehouse beneath. Antonia is an intuitive energy healer and guide with over 22 years of experience in the sacred medicine space, trained in Hakomi, IFS, depth psychology, and energy work (CHt, CPTC). She works with the body as a direct route to the unconscious, midwifing clients through their natural healing processes with love, compassion, and skill. Roger is a somatic therapist and embodiment guide whose work begins in the present moment, using co-regulated presence to support clients as the deeper body awakens, heals, and reveals its histories. Together they developed Ontodelic Inquiry to meet what conventional somatic and parts-based work cannot: multi-lifetime and ancestral material, experiences of unity and expanded states, and the deep patterns that keep people looping regardless of how much inner work they've done. Their Ontodelic Inquiry Training is for therapists, coaches, facilitators, and healers ready to go deeper in their own process and their work with others. It is, as participants have described it, a psychedelic experience without the psychedelics. Antonia and Roger are based in the Hudson Valley, New York, and offer individual sessions, couples work, mentorship, and immersive trainings. Episode Highlights ▶ What Ontodelic Inquiry is and where the name comes from, rooted in the Greek words for "being" and "revealing" ▶ How somatic and parts-based modalities like Hakomi and IFS can become their own kind of loop, and what becomes possible when you work at the level of the karmic storehouse ▶ Why peak experiences alone rarely produce lasting change, and what shifts when deep somatic preparation and integration are in place ▶ How multi-lifetime and ancestral material shows up in sessions regardless of belief, and why a therapeutic frame that can hold it matters ▶ The role of pattern interruption and real-time somatic mapping in unwinding what talk therapy and medicine work can't fully reach ▶ How this work connects to ancient wisdom traditions from Andean Cosmovision to Vajrayana Buddhism, and why that lineage matters ▶ Why bringing light down into the body rather than bypassing shadow is the alchemy at the center of their approach ▶ What AI reveals about the irreplaceable nature of human consciousness and the transmission field only living beings can carry ▶ Who the Ontodelic Inquiry Training is for, including therapists, coaches, facilitators, and healers ready to go deeper   Antonia & Roger Vanoro' Links & Resources ▶ https://wheeloflife.us ▶ https://www.illuminateyourtruth.com/ ▶ https://rogervanoro.com/ ▶ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/antoniavanoro   Download Beth's free trainings here: Clarity to Clients: Start & Grow a Transformational Coaching, Healing, Spiritual, or Psychedelic Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/grow-your-spiritual-businessIntegrating Psychedelics & Sacred Medicines Into Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/psychedelics-in-business▶ Beth's Coaching & Guidance: https://bethaweinstein.com/coaching ▶ Beth's Offerings & Courses: https://bethaweinstein.com/services▶ Instagram: @bethaweinstein ▶ FB: / bethw.nyc + bethweinsteinbiz

Upgrade to the Ad Free Premium Podcast Experience - https://rachelhollis.supercast.com Get your copy of Rachel's Book Here: Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Millon, Bookshop.org, or wherever books are sold! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices In this experimental, live-recorded episode of The Rachel Hollis Podcast, Rachel experiments with a looser Rach Talk format recorded in her Instagram broadcast channel, mixing personal development advice with casual life updates and pop-culture commentary. In this episode, her main message is that falling off track is inevitable, so people should stop treating failure as proof of who they are and instead build a daily “reset plan” to help them recover quickly. Using examples from baseball, tennis, journaling, and inner-child visualization, she encourages listeners to identify the emotions that come up when they fail and create small spiritual or grounding practices that meet those emotional needs. The episode then shifts into lighter topics, including the Met Gala, upcoming sequels, Martha Stewart, moving to the Hudson Valley, wanting a dog, debating chickens, and her hopes for Mother's Day. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In episode 247 of the Transition Drill Podcast, hear the journey of former Navy Corpsman Jason Brooks for veterans and first responders navigating the shift from service to health tech and agentic AI. Jason talks about the power of testing the waters during a career pivot, and what it takes to find your "North Star" after the uniform.Jason grew up in a intrigued by science and academic ambition, but his home life was far from stable. After his parents divorced, he spent his youth bouncing between New York and Pennsylvania, eventually finding himself on the streets and living in friends' homes during high school. Despite the chaos, Jason maintained a laser focus on his dream of becoming a doctor, inspired by his Uncle Walter. A tragic car accident at age 17, where he felt helpless as a friend passed away, solidified his "why" and shifted his focus toward medicine and service.Though he initially resisted the military, Jason eventually joined the Navy as a Corpsman. His time in service was defined by the same curiosity that led him to science as a child. He thrived in the medical field, but like many, he reached a point where he had to decide what came next. His transition wasn't a straight line. He describes a process of "dipping his toes" into various opportunities, moving through a career that eventually shifted from direct patient care to the tech and business side of healthcare.Today, Jason is a leader in the health tech space as the CEO of Innovo AI, proving that the skills learned in the field translate directly to the corporate boardroom. He's now a father of two, balancing his professional accomplishments with a commitment to his family and his roots. From working on seventh generation farms in the Hudson Valley to managing high-level healthcare operations, Jason's story is a testament to seizing the day. He shares how to handle the friction of a tumultuous transition and why you should never be afraid to take a chance on a new direction, even if it feels like starting over.CONNECT WITH THE PODCAST:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulpantani/WEBSITE: https://www.transitiondrillpodcast.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulpantani/SIGN-UP FOR THE NEWSLETTER:https://transitiondrillpodcast.com/home#aboutQUESTIONS OR COMMENTS:paul@transitiondrillpodcast.comSPONSORS:GRND CollectiveGet 15% off your purchaseLink: https://thegrndcollective.com/Promo Code: TRANSITION15Blue Line RoastingGet 10% off your purchaseLink: https://bluelineroasting.comPromocode: Transition10Frontline OpticsGet 10% off your purchaseLink: https://frontlineoptics.comPromocode: Transition10#transitiondrillpodcast #militarytransition #firstresponders

Just in time for Frederic Church's 200th birthday, we're taking you along for a "boots on" tour of the moving landscape he spent decades designing here in the Hudson Valley. I'm walking the carriage roads of the Olana Historic Site with Annik LaFarge, author of the new book Composing Olana: A Journey on Foot Through Frederic Church's Greatest Work of Art. It's the first book about this thoughtful and artful landscape.You'll hear the wind in the trees and the crunch of the gravel as we discover how Church used the earth itself as his canvas—from a man-made lake that mirrors the Hudson to the "erratic" boulders left behind by glaciers. Walking Olana, you'll hear, is like "standing inside a painting." It's an episode about seeing the hidden layers of the valley we love, sponsored by our friends at the Olana Partnership. We'll learn a ton about Olana and about Frederic Church, who wasn't necessarily a weekender but just might have been a cidiot. Annik and I also came up with a new sitcom idea: “Cole & Church.”Grab your walking shoes, let's head outside.Links to Highlights:Olana Partnership Frederic Church 200th: (OLANA.org/FC200)Composing Olana: A Journey On Foot Through Frederic Church's Greatest Work of Art (Cidiot Bookshop on Bookshop dot org)Germantown Boat LaunchCatskill Mountain House“He used features of the landscape as his characters.”—Annik LaFarge on Frederic ChurchThank you to The Olana Partnership for supporting this episode and guest editor Brett Barry of Silver Hollow Audio and host of Kaatcast: The Catskills Podcast.  Come visit.©2026 Mat Zucker Communications/MCZ Media LLC. Cidiot® is a registered trademark.

Corey, Alex, Randy, Jaimen, and Evan are joined by Correspondent Joe Caron to break down a massive week in local disc golf across the Hudson Valley and beyond. We kick things off with Randy's I Love My Park Day update from Greenville, a quick preview of the 2026 Summer Battle Royale and Joe's firsthand report from the 2026 NADGT Exclusive @ Wild West Ranch (sponsored by MVP), before diving deep into the local scene.We move through a rapid-fire look at the events making noise in the region, including: - Corey breaks down the JDubz Points Championships and DiscCap Pro League - Jaimen discusses the latest from the CtK Handicap League - Randy and Alex share their experience at Stonykill Dubs including Randy's Red Zone. - Joe recaps hosting the Glow round at 1000 Acres,  - Evan brings us the results from Prospect Doubles. - We also check the scores and stories from: Gunks, SPAC, Skylands, Deadbeats, Wilcox (Dubs & Tags). Shen Creek, Deadbeats, Disc Beat, CPS Thursday Dubs, OKDGC Dubs, TGIFDR Dubs, Skylands

Mike and Barbara Borok of New Middle Class joined us to talk about writing a pop song with a super crazy bridge. Download the lyrics to Television Sky to follow along. We talked about: How Angine de Poitrine use Microtonality Our songwriting challenge to write a traditional country song How the bridge can be the emotional high point of your song How a song takes on a life of its own as you're writing it Working a song until it's better than “good enough” Writing for a different singing voice than your own About New Middle Class Mike Borok is a singer-songwriter from New York's Hudson Valley.… Read the rest

Today marks the 200th Anniversary of Frederic Church's birth, and we are here to explore the creation, creativity, landscape, preservation, and importance of the home and gardens in history and in the Hudson Valley.The Olana State Historic Site operates through a public-private partnership. The 250-acre property is run by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and The Olana Partnership.Our first guests this morning are President of the Olana Partnership Sean Sawyer and Consulting Senior Curator and Chair of The Church 200 Committee Dr. Elizabeth Mankin Kornhauser. She has lead planning efforts for this national celebration, the 200th anniversary of the artist Frederic Church's birth.

As we mentioned earlier in the program, The Olana State Historic Site operates through a public-private partnership. The property is preserved and run by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and The Olana Partnership. They also work closely with regional historical and conservation groups in the area.In that vein, we are joined now by New York State Commissioner of the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Kathy Moser and President of Scenic Hudson Ned Sullivan. Scenic Hudson has long been considered a leader in safeguarding the Hudson Valley's irreplaceable landscapes.

Meet my new guest Barbara DeLong, and in this episode, we will be discussing her recently co-authored book called "Before Roswell" with Ken Goudsward, and she is the founder of the "Night-Light Network". Barbara had a UFO sighting in Michigan while she was in college, and her book consists of Barbara's late husband's research into UFOs documented prior to 1947. Her late husband was Patrick Cooke, who provided commentary on UFOs in the Bible in the early seasons of "Ancient Aliens." Barbara also produced, wrote and directed the popular "Secrets of the Stones," which provides an in-depth look at the stone walls and chambers in the Hudson Valley and New England. Check me out: subscribe to my channels, leave me a comment, like my videos, and please do share my content with your friends!Tube Link: https://youtu.be/ErlcvxZBVlM Barabara DeLong's Links:http://www.barbaradelong.comhttps://www.cosmicdeckofinitiation.com  http://www.blogtalkradio.com/Night-Lighthttps://www.youtube.com/@barbara-delongKaren Holton's Links:Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/karenholtontv Download my exclusive audio content found only on SPREAKER, Spotify, Apple, Podbean, iHeart, Goodpods and more – https://www.spreaker.com/show/quantum-guides-show-with-karen-holtonTRANSDIMENSIONAL: Meet the New Neighbours by Karen Holton (paperback & Kindle now available from Amazon Worldwide) US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1069173509?ref_=pe_93986420_774957520  & Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/TRANSDIMENSIONAL-Neighbours-Ms-Karen-Holton/dp/1069173509TRANSDIMENSIONAL 2: Meet the Greys Picture Book by Karen Holton (paperback & Kindle now available from Amazon Worldwide) US: https://www.amazon.com/TRANSDIMENSIONAL-Meet-Greys-Picture-Book/dp/B0DVSRX8BQ & Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/TRANSDIMENSIONAL-Meet-Greys-Picture-Book/dp/B0DVSRX8BQ     Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/karenholtontv  Join My YouTube Channel to receive my perks! https://www.youtube.com/@KarenHoltonTV/joinWebsite: https://www.karenholtonhealthcoach.com/Inspired Images: https://www.karenholtonhealthcoach.com/product-category/inspired-images/ Signed Books: https://www.karenholtonhealthcoach.com/product-category/signed-books/ Vital Services: https://www.karenholtonhealthcoach.com/product-category/services/Zen Domes Orgonite: https://www.karenholtonhealthcoach.com/product-category/zen-domes-orgonite/Comfort Crystals: https://www.karenholtonhealthcoach.com/product-category/comfort-crystals/Inspired Images: https://www.karenholtonhealthcoach.com/product-category/inspired-images/ Free Resources: https://www.karenholtonhealthcoach.com/free-resources/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KarenHoltonTVRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-2423374 (KarenHoltonTV)Odysee: https://odysee.com/@KarenHoltonTVX (Twitter): https://x.com/KarenHoltonTV Telegram: https://t.me/KarenHoltonTVFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/karen.holton3Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karenholtontv Forbidden Knowledge News Network: www.forbiddenknowledge.news The Quantum Guides Show and the Aliens & Angels Podcast are now part of the Forbidden Knowledge News Network! https://forbiddenknowledge.news/ Other podcast series from Karen Holton:Quantum Health Transformation V.3.0 - a free, no strings attached, 9 Step online, lifestyle course to give you the tips and resources you need to thrive! By following my own channeled advice, I made my dreams come true! Whether you are in the ascension process, or simply want more out of life, this course is for you.Complete Quantum Health Transformation V3.0 Playlist on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qwSmOYvGXBA&list=PLe1pNMTCSTLlzyU9vc_SmK4zs4_JCcpa1&pp=gAQBiAQBor watch the Quantum Health Transformation program on Karen's website:https://www.karenholtonhealthcoach.com/quantum-health-transformation-free-online-course/ 

Businesses across the Hudson Valley are using AI sales automation to score leads faster, cut content creation time, and grow without adding headcount. Real results, quick wins, and security essentials — all covered in this episode. To learn more, visit https://fischsolutions.com/how-hudson-valley-businesses-are-using-ai/ Fisch Solutions City: New Windsor Address: 3188 Route 9W Website: https://fischsolutions.com

Drawing from decades of Buddhist practice and lived experience, Lodro Rinzler helps listeners overcome self-doubt and reconnect with their inherent goodness.Grab a copy of Lodro Rinzler's recently released book, You Are Good, You Are Enough.This week on Mindrolling, Raghu and Lodro explore: Keeping an open mind towards all wisdom traditions Lessons from Tibetan master Khandro RinpocheHaving gratitude for obstacles and challenges Recognizing where seeds of doubt have been planted in our livesThe insidious inner voice that tries to convince us we are not complete as isGetting in touch with our awakened natureHow doubt can actually manifest as arrogance (I know better than to trust these people, these things)Capitalism and how industries make money off the idea that we are not okayLearning to love ourselves unconditionallyGrappling with the fact that every human being has inherent, basic goodnessThe gift of offering another our undivided attentionAbout Lodro Rinzler:Lodro Rinzler is a Buddhist meditation teacher and award-winning author of 7 books, including the bestseller The Buddha Walks Into A Bar, and Take Back Your Mind: Buddhist Advice for Anxious Times. He is co-founder of MNDFL Meditation studios in NYC, and was named one of '50 Innovators Shaping the Future of Wellness' by SONIMA. Rinzler's work has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Atlantic, Good Morning America, CBS, and NBC. He has taught meditation for 20 years in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition and has spoken across the world at conferences, universities, Google, Harvard, and the White House. Lodro resides in the Hudson Valley with his wife and their four-legged family of animals. More at LodroRinzler.com “The world is on fire, it's troubling times. I think if we start to recognize basic goodness in one another, then it will really transform the world.” –Lodro RinzlerSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

An Unflinchingly Raw, Coming Out Memoir of Addiction, Trauma, and Recovery, Within the Landscape of NY/NJ and the Criminal Underworld of WaikikiTeen junkie. Criminal prodigy. Meth kingpin. PTA mom. Lesbian. Nikki Mammano has lived many lives, each with its soaring highs and crushing lows. Now, as a recovering addict and mother of two (young adults) in her 50s, Mammano tells her tale at last in BREAKING GOOD: A Memoir (March 2026; Regalo Press; ISBN: 979-8895651681; Trade Paperback Original; $19.99). At 20, Nikki arrived on the breathtaking island of Oahu, raring to start classes at the University of Hawaii and serious about turning over a new leaf. Before leaving the mainland, she had made a promise to herself not to party too hard, and her roommate Deb, a friend from her wild teenage years in New York's Hudson Valley, seemed to be on the same page. Yet to Nikki's surprise, Deb already had a roommate: her cokehead boyfriend. Within a flash, Nikki's college dreams and savings went up in smoke. By 22, she was a full-blown meth addict. Living on the streets of Oahu, she did whatever it took-begging, borrowing, stealing-to feed her habit. How the hell did she get there?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

Photography has plenty of different specialty areas—portraits, sports, fashion, food, still life—to name just a few. In today's show we're going to investigate a specialty that involves all these subjects, while calling for a photographer who is technically precise, emotionally intuitive, and practically invisible, all at once. It's a corner of the industry people rarely consider, but one that holds massive influence over our cultural lives. This is the domain of the Unit Set Photographer: the person responsible for the pictures that sell a film or a show before anyone else has seen a frame of it.  During a spirited conversation with photographers Myles Aronowitz and Cara Howe, we pull back the curtain on what it really feels like to toil on set, build trust with talent, and come away with great images under conditions that are rarely in your favor.  In addition to learning the origin stories to their intense, multifaceted careers, we distinguish between work on feature films and tv productions, reveal the secret superpowers of stealth and stillness essential for success on set, describe how to build alliances across an film entire crew, and talk about value of the global shutter to combat banding with LED lights. Or, as Myles sums things up in a nutshell, "One of the great things about being a still photographer on set is you're basically observing everything. I think of it as a learning experience every day." Episode Timeline: 3:26: Defining the role of a unit set photographer and how it fits into a larger film or tv production. 8:24: How Myles first got into photographing stills for movie sets in the analog days.  11:22: Cara's career path to working on films, joining the union, and becoming a unit set photographer. 16:54: Digging deeper into the multifaced role of still photographer on movie sets. 20:50: Does your work on a film set affect how you experience the finished production? 22:28: Making distinctions between work on a feature film set vs a tv production. 35:40: The importance of relationships with other crew members, from the assistant director to the lighting crew to the sound department.  40:35: Episode Break 41:22: The sound blimp days of working with film and DSLRs before the switch to mirrorless.  52:37: The cameras and lenses Myles & Cara work with on set. 57:12: Booking gigs, work schedules & downtime between jobs in both feature films and tv productions. 1:00:03: Post-production and turn-around time for delivering files. 1:02:41: Pathways for joining the Cinematographers Guild—IATSE Local 600. 1:05:53: Myles's post-retirement life and the importance of personal work as part of his vision. 1:10:28: Cara's personal projects and connections to the Hudson Valley art community. Stay Connected: Myles Aronowitz Website: https://mylesaronowitz.com/ Myles Aronowitz YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mylesaronowitz Myles Aronowitz Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/mylesaronowitz?fl=pl&fe=po Myles Aronowitz on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/myles-aronowitz-0779499/ Myles Aronowitz on IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0036938/ Cara Howe Unit Stills Website: http://carahowephoto.com/ Cara Howe Personal Website: https://www.carahowecreative/ Cara Howe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carahowephoto/ Cara Howe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carahowe/ Cara Howe on IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1244868/  

This week on the Hudson Valley Disc Golf Podcast, Alex, Randy, Corey, Jaimen, and Evan team up to break down an absolute marathon of local action. We're hitting every corner of the region to recap the leagues, doubles, and tournaments that defined the week.The crew starts with a deep dive into the local action, including Corey's recap of the JDubz Points Championships and Jaimen's kickoff of the CtK Handicap League. Plus, Randy and Alex share their lines at Stonykill Dubs before we lightning-round our way through an incredible list of community staples:Gunks, SPAC, Wilcox, Skylands (including the Friday Handicap), Deadbeats, Shen Creek, CPS Thursday, OKDGC, DiscBeat, TGIFDR, SPW, CranMore, Dove Creek and LIDG Sunday.We also check the standings in the SkipAce Picks League, then Randy and Alex provide a full download on the MVP Am Side. Corey takes us through the rugged terrain of Mighty Gaw XIX. Also, since none of us played, we went over the results of DisCap presents April Showers 20 driven by Innova. Plus, Evan brings us the latest from both the Riverside Rambler 2026 and Prospect Doubles.We wrap it all up with another high-stakes round of Disc or No Disc. If it happened in the Valley this week, we're talking about it!#HudsonValleyDiscGolf #GrowTheGame #LocalDiscGolf #NYDiscGolfSupport the showSpecial Thanks to our Patreon Supporters: Branden Cline, Tim Goyette, Peter Hodge, Ryan Nelson, Kevin T. Kroencke, Brian Monahan, Corey Cook, Evan Parsley, Mark Bryan, Nick Warren, Jasan Lasasso, Justin Mucelli, Terry Hudson, Kyle Hirsch, Brian Bickersmith, Sparky Spaulding, Mike Schwartz, Erich Struna, William Byrne, Jeff Wiechowski, Sean Dollard, Jack Bradley, Marcia Focht, Justin Hickok, Troy Vassari, Erik Haenel, Ross O'Toole and Peter FitzSisti.

Did you read Strangers? The memoir that blew up....idk, everywhere...over the past few months. Here's the down-and-dirty, which is really not a spoiler alert because it's revealed in the first two pages of the book: Socialite Belle Burden's husband of 20 years, a few days into the pandemic, up and left. And never came back. There's obviously more to it, and well worth a read of the book. But why ARE people so obsessed with this book? It's not just because it has a media engine behind it. I had to discuss this, naturally, and did so with my dear friend Cath, who by the way is hosting an AMAZING retreat the June in the Hudson Valley.Listen to Cath's podcast, The 40 PortalWork with me PrivatelyConnect on InstagramWebsitePodcast Production by James Jorge

What if a picture book could help children feel brave in the face of something bigger than themselves? In this episode of the Adventures in Learning podcast, Dr. Diane talks with Hudson Valley author/illustrator Kerry McQuaide about The Biggest, Highest Wave, the power of read-alouds, and why picture books can help young readers see themselves as resilient.SummaryIn Episode 187 of the Adventures in Learning podcast, Dr. Diane welcomes Kerry McQuaide, an author/illustrator based in New York's Hudson Valley whose picture book The Biggest, Highest Wave, was inspired by surfing, powerful ocean imagery, and the way we recover after getting knocked down. Kerry shares how an early classroom book-making experience helped spark her love of books as objects, why picture books are like poetry, and how she uses a simple visual structure to help children tell their own stories.They also discuss the emotional power of read-alouds, the role of school visits and book festivals, and why print books still offer something digital media cannot. This conversation is full of practical ideas for teachers, librarians, parents, and anyone who wants to invite children into storytelling, creativity, and courage.Timestamps00:00:Welcome and introduction to Kerry McQuaide.00:56:How she became an author-illustrator.02:17:Teaching lessons for writers and illustrators.03:50:The inspiration behind The Biggest, Highest Wave.06:04:Reading a passage from the book.07:43:Graphic style, color, and visual scale.09:23:Children's reactions during readings.10:10:Book festivals, libraries, and reader connection.13:05:How to engage readers in a digital age.15:28:Read-alouds, relationships, and resilience.17:48:What currently brings hope.Call to ActionIf this episode speaks to you, share it with a teacher, librarian, parent, or young reader. Subscribe to the Adventures in Learning podcast, leave a review, and keep the conversation going about picture books, read-alouds, and the power of stories that help children feel brave.Please check out Kerry McQuaide's website and follow her on Instagram,  LinkedIn, and Facebook.Support the showShare this episodeIf this conversation sparked wonder, gave you a helpful strategy, or offered a needed reminder of hope, please share it with a friend or colleague.Subscribe • Download • Review • Tell a friendStay updated with our latest episodes and follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and the Adventures in Learning website. Don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts! *Disclosure: I am a Bookshop.org. affiliate.

I got paid $10,000 to buy a rental property — and it cash flows every single month. In this video I'm breaking down a real BRRRR deal I did in Monroe, New York step by step. How I found it, how I structured it, how I pulled $10K out at closing with zero out of pocket, and what the numbers look like today.  

A seller tried to scam me on a wholesale deal in Westchester County. I'm breaking down exactly what happened, the red flags we missed, and the one thing you should always do before going into contract on a property. If you're wholesaling or flipping, this is happening more than you think. Got a crazy seller story? Drop it in the comments.

Let's go bean-to-bar.In this episode of Cidiot,® Mat Zucker dives into the world of world-class indulgence right here in the Hudson Valley. Joining the show is Bryan Graham, the award-winning chocolatier and co-founder of Fruition Chocolate Works.From his roots in the Catskills to the kitchens of the Culinary Institute of America (CIA), Bryan shares his journey of building a bean-to-bar empire. We talk about the "American craft chocolate movement," why milk chocolate is making a massive comeback, and the surprising truth about where those cacao beans actually come from.In this episode, you'll learn:The Fruit Factor: Why your favorite chocolate bar actually starts as a tropical fruit seed.Local Collaborations: How Fruition incorporates Hudson Valley flavors, from West Wind Orchard raspberries to Tuthilltown Distillery bourbon.The Tasting Notes: What to look for in a high-quality bar (and why "cocoa" vs. "cacao" isn't as scary as it sounds).Inside the Shop: The scoop on Fruition's locations in Shokan, Poughkeepsie, and their new pop-up in Cambridge, MA.Whether you're a dark chocolate purist or a fan of "adult chocolate milk," this episode is a sweet celebration of local craft.Special Offer for Cidiot ListenersFruition Chocolate Works is offering 20% off for the Cidiot community! Use code CIDIOT20 at checkout.Shop Online: Fruition Chocolate WorksIn-Person: Visit the retail stores in Shokan (Route 28), Poughkeepsie (Eastdale Village), or the pop-up on 1316 Massachusetts Avenue in Cambridge, MA. (Limit one use per customer. Valid online and in-store. For a limited time.)Links & Resources:Fruition Chocolate Works: fruitionchocolate.comAlleyway Ice Cream: Mentioned in the episode for their local collaboration - https://alleywayicecream.com/Stockade Tavern: Home of the legendary (and exclusive) Jalapeno Corn Nut snack - https://www.stockadetavern.com/Enjoyed the episode? Subscribe to Cidiot on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pocketcasts, or Goodpods and leave us a review!Special thanks to guest editor Brett Barry of Silver Hollow Audio, and host of Kaatscast: The Catskills Podcast.©2026 Mat Zucker Communications. Cidiot® is a registered trademark.

This Week on The Hudson Valley Disc Golf Podcast: Corey, Randy, Tim, Evan and The Correspondent Joe Caron are joined by first time Tournament Director Terry Hudson. Terry gives us some insight on running his first tournament, then we cover anything and everything we could find in the local area in the last couple weeks, including a couple Monthly's, Weekly Dubs, Tag Rounds and a 4/20 Fling. Terry, Corey and (I almost forgot) Tim played in the Wing it and Sling it Open at Dove Creek. We get round recaps from them and more insight into the inner workings of running a tournament. We also catch up on some SkipAce and finish it up with a round of Disc or No Disc.If you haven't heard already, DisCap Pro League is starting up next Wednesday, April 29th! The first week will be at J-Park, and barring any flooding will be on J-South! 5pm tee off $20 PDGA Rated Round offering MPO and FPO divisions.Support the showSpecial Thanks to our Patreon Supporters: Branden Cline, Tim Goyette, Peter Hodge, Ryan Nelson, Kevin T. Kroencke, Brian Monahan, Corey Cook, Evan Parsley, Mark Bryan, Nick Warren, Jasan Lasasso, Justin Mucelli, Terry Hudson, Kyle Hirsch, Brian Bickersmith, Sparky Spaulding, Mike Schwartz, Erich Struna, William Byrne, Jeff Wiechowski, Sean Dollard, Jack Bradley, Marcia Focht, Justin Hickok, Troy Vassari, Erik Haenel, Ross O'Toole and Peter FitzSisti.

Bad vendors are part of the business — but knowing when to stand your ground is how you protect your business. I'm breaking down my 3-step process for dealing with difficult vendors, plus calling out a loan servicer I'm currently going to war with in real life. This stuff happens. You need to be ready for it.

Jimmy went up to the Hudson Valley to attend the Kingston Independent Comic Expo (KICx) on April 18th. Founded & organized by our very own Producer Joe along w/ friends Cris Livecchi & Kevin Rowe. He got 5 interviews and moderated one panel. In this episode you'll hear his interview with local Roxenne Contreras. They have a delightful chat about her comics, love of frogs, the importance of representation and more. 

Jimmy went up to the Hudson Valley to attend the Kingston Independent Comic Expo (KICx) on April 18th. Founded & organized by our very own Producer Joe along w/ friends Cris Livecchi & Kevin Rowe. He got 5 interviews and moderated one panel. In this episode you'll hear his interview with Dean Haspiel. Dino talks about comics, a couple of Kickstarter projects, his Dinoverse and more. 

Jimmy went up to the Hudson Valley to attend the Kingston Independent Comic Expo (KICx) on April 18th. Founded & organized by our very own Producer Joe along w/ friends Cris Livecchi & Kevin Rowe. He got 5 interviews and moderated one panel. In this episode you'll hear his interview with Jeremy Holt. Jeremy talks about their upcoming projects, the difference between writing comics and prose, fave writers and more.

Jimmy went up to the Hudson Valley to attend the Kingston Independent Comic Expo (KICx) on April 18th. Founded & organized by our very own Producer Joe along w/ friends Cris Livecchi & Kevin Rowe. He got 5 interviews and moderated one panel. In this episode you'll hear his interview with Suejee Lee. Suejee talks about her work in animation, focusing on comics, visiting Korea and more.

Jimmy went up to the Hudson Valley to attend the Kingston Independent Comic Expo (KICx) on April 18th. Founded & organized by our very own Producer Joe along w/ friends Cris Livecchi & Kevin Rowe. He got 5 interviews and moderated one panel. In this episode you'll hear the panel he moderated called Activism in Comics & Zines. Jimmy led a lively discussion with panelists Greg Pak and Jesse Mechanic. They talked about the importance of using comics/zines, ways to protest, fave social justice/activism comics and more.

THIS IS PART TWO - Listen to part one hereCONTENT HEADS UP:  This episode contains discussions of death, dying, end-of-life care, and sensitive topics related to mortality, including chosen suicide and medicalization of death and illness. Listener discretion is advised, especially for individuals who may find these topics distressing or triggering. Please prioritize your emotional well-being while engaging with this content.Also, Ali wants to note that when she asks Karen about her thoughts on suicide, she meant to make a disctinction between “chosen” suicide (when someone wants to live but they are in too much physical pain/their body is too deteriorated without hope of recovery) and “suicide under duress” (meaning due to emotional/psychological/spiritual pain, that may or may not be accompanied by an unavoidably dying body, the person does not want to live). Of course facing a death someone does not want can also be considered duress!  SYNOPSIS:What does good acting and dying have in common? In this episode, Ali discusses all things death, dying, and living as bodies with Karen Bellone, Certified End-of-Life Doula and Death Educator. They focus on the interconnectedness of life and death, the significance of conscious living, and the complexities of end-of-life care. Karen shares her experiences working with dying individuals, highlighting the challenges of the dying process, including issues related to dementia and Alzheimer's. They discuss the importance of compassionate and holistic approaches to end-of-life care, emphasizing the need for conscious decision-making aligned with personal values to achieve a good death without regrets. Throughout the conversation, they reflect on the essence of embodiment and the importance of being present in the moment, trusting the intelligence of the body to embrace a richer life and ultimately a better death.  ALI & KAREN EXPLORATION POINTS:-  The concept of a 'good death,' this discussion emphasizes the significance of conscious decision-making and holistic approaches to end-of-life care, challenging societal norms and perceptions surrounding death.  -  The complexities, ethical considerations and medicalization surrounding end-of-life decisions, highlighting the need for open dialogue and support for individuals facing such choices.-  The role of a Death Doula, illuminating the profound support and guidance provided by these compassionate professionals in assisting individuals and families through the dying process, fostering a sense of empowerment and comfort.-  How our physical and emotional bodies communicate and play integral roles in the dying process, highlighting the importance of listening to and honoring the body's wisdom. -  Insights into embracing conscious living, pursuing meaningful experiences, and aligning actions with personal values to cultivate a sense of fulfillment and purpose.-  Sensory experiences shape our perception of life and death, emphasizing the significance of sensory elements in the dying process and fostering connections with loved ones.To be an angel to the podcast, click here: To read more about the podcast, click here: MORE ALI MEZEY:Website BODY MAPPING VIDEO LIBRARYPersonal Geometry® and the Magic of Mat Work Course informationTransgenerational Healing FilmsMORE KAREN BELLONE:Film Website: Website: The Seventh Sense BIO:Founder, Doula, Educator: Karen Bellone, MFA, is a Certified End-of-Life Doula and Death Educator. She is the founder of The Seventh Sense in NY's Hudson Valley, where she is an integral part of a worldwide community that is reigniting the wisdom of death within our modern lives. She is also founder of Exit Strategy for Dying, a monthly Death, Arts and Culture Readers supporting a resource hub to educate and refocus the narrative around death and grief through the lens of arts, culture, storytelling and innovation. Prior to embracing her passion for end-of-life work, Karen has had a long career as an award-winning filmmaker and internationally collected photographer. She received a BFA in Film Production from New York University, and did graduate work with the world-renowned Actors Studio, through their inaugural program at the New School for Social Research.After training and becoming certified with INELDA (International End of Life Doula Association), Karenworked with an innovative hospice in Los Angeles where her skills as a death doula were developed and broadened. In addition to working with patients in various stages of their life journeys, she was responsible for training the volunteer staff, nurses and other hospice and medical professionals to bring more understanding, humanity and compassion into their work with the dying. She spoke regularly with groups, such as the Alzheimer's Project, about the role of the doula at end-of-life, and the space that can be held to bring about ‘a good death'. She believes strongly in the ability to demystify and assuage the fear that surrounds death in our culture and to foster safe passage for the dying, as well as to aid the families and loved ones through grief and bereavement.As a visual artist and storyteller, Karen acquired a multitude of skills throughout her career that unlocked a deep passion for the healing power of visual and auditory perception on human consciousness. She integrated these strengths and resources into tools to bring aid and comfort for those imminently facing their mortality. Working with somatic and sensory awareness, Karen utilizes visual, sound and meditation therapy, personalized guided imagery, and commemoration of the sacred in the form of ritual, legacy and memory work, in order to bring comfort - physically, emotionally, spiritually to celebrate and commemorate the life of the individual. In addition to her ongoing private practice, Karen is currently directing a feature film about living American artist Michelle Stuart, whose work also engages with the elemental and ineffable nature of existence.RESOURCES:Edgar Allan PoeErik EriksonExit strategy for dying (Karen's monthly newsletter)Omega Home NetworkAll...

Jimmy went up to the Hudson Valley to attend the Kingston Independent Comic Expo (KICx) on April 18th. Founded & organized by our very own Producer Joe along w/ friends Cris Livecchi & Kevin Rowe. A great one day fest that has expanded into 2 venues in its 3rd year. Jimmy gives his recap of it all including the new additions like the venue, panels, workshops, etc. He got 5 interviews and moderated the panel Activism in Comics & Zines w/ Greg Pak & Jesse Mechanic. You'll hear all of those in the next 2 weeks. In this episode, you'll hear his interview with old friend Brenden Fletcher. They chat GOTHAM ACADEMY: FIRST YEAR, why it was delayed, cancelled projects, new project teases, a special moment of kindness that Brenden extended to Jimmy years ago and much more.

In part 3 of the Beacon, NY flip, I'm breaking down what happened when our highest offer buyer signed a non-contingent contract — and still couldn't close. Seven months, two buyers, and thousands in extra holding costs later, here's what I learned. -Always require a minimum 5-10% earnest money on non-contingent offers -Call the lender to vet your buyer — no matter what -Enforce your contract when a buyer defaults