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Josh Durso and Nate Sharman are back on Out of Bounds one day after one of the most dominant performances we've seen this season. Scottie Scheffler crushes the field at the CJ Cup, tying a PGA Tour event record and picking up his first win of 2025. Despite a slower start and some questions around his iron play earlier in the year, Scheffler looks locked in as he heads toward the PGA Championship. They also break down Bryson DeChambeau's win at LIV Golf Korea.Then they debate the “small field vs. full field” conversation after comments from Erik Van Rooyen, who played his way into next week's Signature Event. Van Rooyen's strong stats raise questions about how deep the PGA Tour talent pool really is. Plus, a look ahead to the PGA Championship — Jordan Spieth's push for the career Grand Slam, and why the Truist Championship (formerly Wells Fargo) will have a strong field even without Scottie Scheffler.Watch the entire episode below or subscribe on your favorite podcast platform.https://youtu.be/jkeictAcv98
It's Masters Week, and Out of Bounds is locked in! Josh Durso and Nate Sharman are keeping you in-bounds with all the hype, drama, and hot takes leading up to golf's biggest week. We break down Brian Harman's win at Valero, Marc Leishman taking LIV Miami, and why LIV still feels unserious despite a strong field. Plus: our favorite things about The Masters, expectations (or lack thereof) for LIV guys at Augusta, and our picks to win — including a longshot you won't want to miss. Whether it's down the middle or out of bounds — keep on swingin'!
Season 4 of Out of Bounds is here! Nate Sharman and Josh Durso kick off the 2025 season with a deep dive into the latest headlines from the world of golf. Fresh off the Sentry Tournament, where scoring records fell and Hideki Matsuyama claimed victory, the duo breaks down what's ahead in professional golf. They recap the Sentry's key takeaways, preview the launch of the highly anticipated TGL league, and discuss the Crypto.com Showdown—a $10 million faceoff featuring golf's biggest stars. The episode also dives into the latest updates on the PGA-PIF deal, which inches closer to a $1.5 billion agreement. Plus, they debate who had the bigger breakout year—Xander Schauffele or Bryson DeChambeau—and who's more likely to continue their dominance in 2025: Scottie Scheffler or Nelly Korda. Tune in and stay Out of Bounds!
On the final episode of The Debrief this year – Josh Durso and Jackie Augustine sit down to talk about the biggest stories of 2024. They run down their list of the five biggest stories of the year, and look ahead to 2025 – putting together predictions for what residents should keep an eye on.
Jackie Augustine and Josh Durso are BACK in-studio this morning breaking down the biggest stories from the last month as budget season rolls forward for municipalities across the Finger Lakes. They're talking about Geneva's complex situation, how some communities have failed to adequately plan for the realities they now face in their most-important commercial corridors and what needs to happen to reverse the trend-line.
On this episode of The Debrief Podcast hosts Josh Durso and Jackie Augustine talk about recent headlines across the Finger Lakes region - including the closure of the Geneva Movieplex, development of a Dunkin' franchise on a high-profile city corner, assessment concerns across the region, and continued housing access issues for low- and middle-income residents across the state.
What happens now that elections are over in the Finger Lakes region? Josh Durso and Jackie Augustine are here to break the results down following intense and close contests in Cayuga, Ontario, Seneca, and Wayne counties. They also talk about the recent election news in Wayne County where results were delayed by nearly an entire day due to a technical glitch. They also discuss recent headlines about Cayuga County Clerk-elect Brian Scanlan being ticketed for leaving the scene of an accident, the unexpected passing of Sodus Point Village Councilor-elect John Nesbitt, and Ontario Town Supervisor Frank Robusto Jr. being found with a loaded firearm attempting to go through TSA.
This week on the podcast Jackie Augustine and Josh Durso break down the biggest races across the Finger Lakes, the issues driving candidates and voters, as well as the undercurrents that have brought communities to present day. The two talk about competitive elections in Canandaigua, Geneva, and Seneca Falls, as well as county races in Cayuga and Ontario. Unprecedented housing issues, a desire from voters to see more economic development in communities across the region, and environmental issues like HABs and landfilling.
This week on the podcast it's all about previewing the 2023 Ryder Cup, which is just hours away! Josh Durso and Nate Sharman break down the potential match-ups and storylines heading into Ryder Cup weekend in Italy. Plus, we find out who the latest player was to drop the Stealth driver. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/outofboundsgolfpod/message
It's time for another episode of The Debrief Podcast! Today on the show Josh Durso and Jackie Augustine break down an array of stories including a new report on the aging population and lack of health care infrastructure here in the Finger Lakes; the future of rural communities in the region as they battle rising costs and shrinking populations in light of that report; the latest on Seneca Meadows; as well as a pair of economic development related stories out of Geneva and Cayuga County.
Nate Sharman and Josh Durso break down Glover's win at the St. Jude, take a look ahead at the BMW Championship, and recap exciting week in professional golf as the Ryder Cup picture gets murkier. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/outofboundsgolfpod/message
On today's episode of the show, Josh Durso and Jackie Augustine break down the latest in local and state politics. They look at a bill awaiting Gov. Hochul's signature to move local elections to even-numbered years, discuss the biggest takeaways from primaries in Geneva and Seneca Falls, and talk housing, zoning, and more!
Join hosts Josh Durso and Nate Sharman on this episode of "Out of Bounds" as they talk mergers, US Women's Open, LIV winner Cam Smith, and PGA Tour winner Sepp Straka. They start by discussing the Senate hearing on the proposed merger between PIF and PGA/DP World tours, highlighting key takeaways and clarifying misconceptions surrounding the PGA Tour's financial struggles and the regulatory process. They talk Sepp Straka's victory at the John Deere Classic, sharing details about his impressive final-round performance and second career PGA Tour win. The hosts then turn their attention to the US Women's Open, where Allisen Corpuz emerged as the champion, securing her first LPGA victory. They talk record-breaking viewership and streaming numbers for the tournament, as well as the historic purse awarded to Corpuz. Additionally, they look at Open-implications as Cam Smith wins at Liv London. In anticipation of the Scottish Open, Josh and Nate preview of the tournament, highlighting Renaissance Club in Scotland as the venue and Xander Schauffele as the reigning champion. They discuss the unpredictable scoring trends at the event and share notable odds for top contenders. The hosts then reveal their picks for the tournament, with Nate favoring Xander Schauffele as the defending champion and Josh opting for Tyrell Hatton as his top choice. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/outofboundsgolfpod/message
The Masters is almost here and today on Out of Bounds hosts Nate Sharman and Josh Durso are joined by Paul Russo to debate who has the best odds heading into the weekend, what expectations are for some of the best golfers from the PGA and LIV tours, as well as their weekly DFS lineups. They will be back Sunday night with a special Post-Masters episode of Out of Bounds. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/outofboundsgolfpod/message
This week on Out of Bounds its all about the build up to the Masters! Corey Connors captures big win at Valero Texas Open and Brooks Keopka gets individual title at LIV Orlando. Both carry significant momentum into the first major of the year. Hosts Nate Sharman and Josh Durso also discuss early predictions, potential fireworks with LIV-PGA guys getting together for the first time since last year, and AimPoint the sometimes controversial putting method that's being adopted by some of the best players in the world. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/outofboundsgolfpod/message
Join hosts Nate Sharman and Josh Durso as they break down the previous weekend of professional gold. Topics include: PGA Tour, Liv Tour and other PGA Tour storylines! Taylor Moore won his first PGA Tour event at the Valspar. Adam Schenk and Jordan Spieth had a chance to force a playoff on the final hole but were unable to do so. Josh and Nate break down the Valspar and other huge golf news on the Out of Bounds Podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/outofboundsgolfpod/message
Welcome to the Out of Bounds golf podcast, where we bring you the latest news, updates, and analysis from the world of golf. In this episode, hosts Nate Sharman and Josh Durso discuss Scottie Scheffler's impressive victory at the Players Championship, which saw him regain the top spot in the world rankings. But that's not all we cover in this episode. We also delve into some of the challenges facing the sport, including pace of play issues that continue to plague the game. In addition, we chat with the team from Taylormade about their latest drive dream technology and how it's changing the game for players of all levels. We also take a closer look at the famous 17th hole at TPC Sawgrass, widely regarded as one of the most iconic holes in golf. And finally, we discuss the controversy surrounding Jim Furyk's snub from the Hall of Fame, examining the criteria used to select inductees and asking whether Furyk's exclusion is justified. Join us for this engaging and informative episode of Out of Bounds, where we dive deep into the world of golf and bring you all the latest insights and analysis. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/outofboundsgolfpod/message
Join hosts Josh Durso and Nate Sharman as they bring you the latest news and analysis from the world of golf. In this episode, they discuss the PGA's recent announcement of no-cut events and what it means for players and fans. They also recap Kurt Kitayama's victory at the Arnold Palmer Invitational and analyze his winning strategy. The hosts then turn their attention to the upcoming Players Championship, previewing the course and sharing their predictions for the tournament. In addition, they explore the age-old debate of bogeys vs birdies at PGA Tour events and offer their perspectives on which type of play is more important. Tune in for all this and more on Out of Bounds! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/outofboundsgolfpod/message
Hosts Nate Sharman and Josh Durso are back for another episode of the Out of Bounds podcast. We saw a non elevated event happen over the weekend with Chris Kirk winning his 5th career PGA Tour event at the Honda Classic in a playoff against Eric Cole. Heading over to Mexico, Chares Howell III captured the first LIV event of the season in Mayakoba. Josh and Nate discuss the two tournaments and their respective TB ratings. They also preview the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill Club and Lodge this week in Florida. They finish up the show talking about an idea of a fifth major and where it would be played. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/outofboundsgolfpod/message
Join hosts Josh Durso and Nate Sharman as they discuss the latest happenings in the world of golf. In this episode, they break down Jon Rahm's third win of the season at the Genesis Invitational and discuss his impressive performance. The hosts also delve into the ongoing challenges with pace of play on tour and share their insights on how it can be improved. They analyze Tiger Woods' much-anticipated return to the game and predict how he might perform in his upcoming tournaments. Additionally, they preview the Honda Classic and share their picks for the tournament. The hosts also touch on the ongoing anchoring debate surrounding Bernhard Langer and provide their perspectives on the issue. Finally, they discuss the latest updates from the LIV Mayakoba and how it might impact the future of the sport. Tune in for all this and more on Out of Bounds! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/outofboundsgolfpod/message
Join hosts Nate Sharman and Josh Durso as they discuss the latest news and headlines in the world of golf. In this episode, they recap Scottie Scheffler's repeat victory at the WMPO and analyze his performance. They also discuss the recent announcement from LIV about their zero revenue strategy and what it means for the golf industry. Plus, they share their excitement about Tiger Woods' return to the game and discuss their picks for the upcoming Genesis Invitational. Tune in to get your weekly dose of golf news, analysis, and predictions! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/outofboundsgolfpod/message
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The NFL playoffs are near the end of the line as the championship games for the conferences are set. Paul Russo is joined by producer Nate Sharman and Josh Durso with Nick Felice out for the day. The guys get down to business discussing the games from the Divisional Round including the snow fest in Buffalo between the Bills and Bengals. The guys also discuss what from the games stood out, and for the teams advancing what needs to be improved by Sunday in order to lock in their ticket to the Super Bowl. Paul, Josh, and Nate make their picks for the final Sunday of multiple football games until September. The All-Star break is closing in on the NHL, Paul, Josh, and Nate talk about what this season has stood out to them. They also discuss the Sabres surprise season so far as the young core of skaters punch above their weight class. To finish the show, the guys offer their thoughts on the Baseball Hall of Fame voting as Scott Rolen is the lone member to be inducted from the ballot.
On this weeks episode of Out Of Bounds, hosts Josh Durso and Nate Sharman talk about another eventful week in the world of golf. topics include: Jon Rahm's dominance, LIV to CW, picks for the Farmers Insurance Open, strange sponsorships and more! Watch our episodes at any time on Spotify and YouTube! Keep on Swingin'. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/outofboundsgolfpod/message
This week on Out of Bounds hosts Josh Durso and Nate Sharman discuss the Sony Open and Sentry Tournament of Champions, as well as the upcoming American Express. They delve into the latest debate around the PGA Tour's dress code, and a recent lawsuit filed by Patrick Reed, who left the Tour for LIV Golf in 2022. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/outofboundsgolfpod/message
Out of Bounds is back with the first episode of 2023. Josh Durso and Nate Sharman get you prepared for the first Elevated Event of the season as the Sentry is taking place in Hawaii. They guys talk all the major headlines from the event including Rory McIlroy's absence and larger purses. They then shift the tipic to LIV as they give their opinions on the startup league. The Masters announced that they will allow LIV tour players in the field in April. Josh and Nate have differing thoughts on that, but one may have been convinced. They end the show on a fun note, talking about the Scott Stallings Masters saga and JT's putter. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/outofboundsgolfpod/message
Out of Bounds is back! While the dust settles on the President's Cup and Team USA's dominant performance, Nate Sharman and Josh Durso debate some of the bigger storylines in the world of professional golf. Patrick Reed has re-filed his lawsuit against several Golf Channel analysts, Rory McIlroy says LIV golf players should be able to get world golf ranking points, and would international LIV players changed the outcome of the President's Cup? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/outofboundsgolfpod/message
Cam Smith has gone to the LIV Golf Series. The world's #2 golfer was joined by Joaquin Niemann, Cameron Tringale, Anirban Lahiri, and Marc Leishman. That was the biggest golf story on Tuesday, but Rory McIlroy capturing his third FedEx Cup title after a dramatic come-from-behind victory on Sunday at East Lake in the PGA Tour playoff finale kept the golf world buzzing on Monday. This week on Out of Bounds hosts Josh Durso and Nate Sharman talk LIV's new faces, the PGA Tour's future with a new amplified, money-infused schedule, and play-in system for lower-ranked golfers. Is the latest crop of players pulled from the PGA Tour enough to elevate LIV to the next level? Should guys who don't fall into the top 60 be worried about their futures on the PGA Tour? Are changes needed in the Tour's playoff structure? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/outofboundsgolfpod/message
This week on The Out of Bounds Podcast it's all about Tony Finau's big win at Detroit, the debate about where he stands in the PGA Tour, the Tour's recently released schedule, and whether Cam Young has morphed into the new Tony Finau during his rookie campaign. On the LIV Golf side of the show, recapping Henrik Stenson's win, his comments about "playing like a captain," team golf in the professional game, as well as the LIV fan experience. Hosts Nate Sharman and Josh Durso also talk about the final event of the regular PGA Tour season at Sedgefield Country Club, as the FedEx Cup playoffs lurk. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/outofboundsgolfpod/message
This week on Out of Bounds the regular PGA Tour season draws closer to its finale before the FedEx Cup playoffs. Nate Sharman and Josh Durso discuss the LIV Golf news that potentially damaged the Ryder Cup, as well as last week's 3M Open winner Tony Finau who picked up his third PGA Tour win. They discussed the Rocket Mortgage Classic at Detroit Golf Club, as well as the upcoming LIV event at Trump National in Bedminster, New Jersey. Since the Open Championship, all eyes have remained on Cam Smith, who is the highest-profile player still rumored to be joining the Saudi-backed tour. However, Charles Barkley may be a LIV employee sooner, as he could be mere hours away from accepting a major deal to work on their broadcast team. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/outofboundsgolfpod/message
Who's growing the game of golf? The Open Championship highlighted the final week of major championship caliber golf for the 2022 season. But with threats of more defections to the LIV Tour, PGA officials are hoping for an action-packed FedEx Cup playoff fight. Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Cam Smith, Cam Young, Viktor Hovland, Dustin Johnson, and so many others had important weekends at St. Andrews. Now, a new podcast called Out of Bounds, hosted by Nate Sharman and Josh Durso, presented by FingerLakes1.com takes all things golf, and packs it into a weekly show. Premiering Tuesday's at 7 p.m. the two will discuss the biggest stories of the week, as well as the stuff happening in local golf that's growing the game. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/outofboundsgolfpod/message
Josh Durso and Ted Baker return to the studio for a special edition of The Debrief, as Debrief co-creator Jackie Augustine joins the show for its Six Year Anniversary. Josh, Ted and Jackie discuss: - An update out of Geneva, including a new Ward 6 representative, but no new manager, comptroller, or legislative clarity for the year. - Redistricting and the Congressional maps that have been released so far. - Rent prices becoming more expensive for a 1–3-bedroom apartment in Upstate New York. - In Cayuga County, the Acting District Attorney say local Democrats and Governor Kathy Hochul's office are effectively colluding to appoint a Democrat to the temporary position they hold until an election happens.
This week on the show hosts Ted Baker and Josh Durso explore a COVID diagnosis that hit the Debrief team, as well as mixed messaging surrounding isolation and quarantine. The rules are changing by the day. Has that hampered public health education and opinion? They also discuss the criticism of Governor Hochul as concerns rise on the left and right over pandemic policies. Also, new data on criminal justice reforms in New York including bail reform. Did it work? Did it cause crime to rise in the state? And finally, a new method presented for economic development. What happens when you fund people instead of companies who make grand promises?
Josh Durso and Ted Baker discuss Black Friday and the future of shopping, the solar farm project in Waterloo getting state approval, mask mandates in Erie County and the phase approach in Monroe County, hospitals with capacity issues being told to pause elective procedures until through January 15, Chris Cuomo using his media contacts to help his brother Andrew, and the Local Journalism Sustainability Act.
On this edition of The Debrief Podcast your hosts Ted Baker and Josh Durso from the FL1 News team break down the biggest stories of the week. Wegmans store in Auburn rolls out new security system to prevent rogue shopping carts, debate continues and community reaction pours in after the state's announcement that Willard Drug Treatment Campus would close in 2022, chaos erupts in local healthcare as staffing and capacity issues boil over in Finger Lakes, Central New York, and Southern Tier, and hedge fund makes a play for Lee Enterprises, which operates newspapers around the region and country.
Josh Durso and Ted Baker discuss the Ontario County Sheriff's Office, the vacant seat on the Auburn School Board, and masks in schools. Also with COVID numbers on the rise in the Finger Lakes region, they talk about whether it is the Finger Lakes or Rochester portion causing that. Plus talk of a state tourism program and staffing issues in nursing homes.
We get a lot of questions- and oftentimes we answer those questions on The Weekend Debrief. In this episode, Josh Durso and Ted Baker answer the questions that were submitted over the last two weeks. They will be back in-studio later this week for another edition of The Weekend Debrief.
Later this month Seneca Lake Pures Waters Association will be putting on a farming symposium. It's all about Soil Health Incentive programs for farm and vineyard owners- which are typically known as Payment for Ecosystem Services. The programs allow farmers to be paid to use agricultural practices that sequest carbon and are favorable for the environment. Jacob Fox of SLPWA joined Josh Durso to discuss it all on today's FL1 Daily.
This week it's all about COVID-19 and how that's impacting people's Thanksgiving celebrations. Josh Durso and Ted Baker discuss the biggest headlines of the last week in a special evening edition of The Weekend Debrief.
As Thanksgiving approaches all eyes are on the regional situation, as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to play out at full-speed. Governor Andrew Cuomo got into a verbal spat with reporters on Wednesday -- prompting criticism in some circles. He hammered on law enforcement around the state who say they will not enforce private gathering restrictions imposed by New York State. This week Josh Durso and Ted Baker tackle the latest COVID-19 related headlines, as well as the non-COVID headlines. Stories up for discussion include: Frustrated local health officials as residents push back against quarantine measures, or lie to contact tracers about what they have done, or who they have come into contact with during potential exposure. [Read More] A poll from Siena College that shows Thanksgiving celebrations are going to happen, even though health officials are warning against it. [Read More] A new set of training tools announced by New York State to 'help' those struggling with employment, or those who are simply unemployed. [Read More] Amazon, Facebook, and Google's collective role in digital advertising, and the impact that has on other industries. [Read More] The Seneca Falls Town Board's move to re-vote on the 2021 budget after one councilor potentially changed his mind. [Read More] Auburn city officials' efforts to seize a property on Delevan Street and what that means for the community-at-large. [Read More]
It's been a long summer for local municipalities that are struggling to adapt to COVID-19 budget issues. However, we're getting closer to final budgets in many of them. What's happening here? Also, the latest on a series of headlines from the regional response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Josh Durso and Ted Baker discuss on this week's episode of the Weekend Debrief.
What happens over the next several weeks will likely play a big role in what the extended fall- and winter- months will look like in the Finger Lakes. Schools are back in session, college campuses are welcoming back students, and businesses are trying more than ever to make a go of things. This week on The Weekend Debrief, Ted Baker and Josh Durso break down the biggest headlines from the last two weeks, look ahead to the fall, and discuss the policies that have moved New York forward during the Coronavirus Pandemic.
A big week of headlines broken down by Jackie Augustine, Josh Durso, and Ted Baker.
As anti-racism protests grip communities around the region, state, and country people are wrestling with systemic injustices, and the best ways to address them. There are also school board and budget elections coming up, as well as primary contests that will take place in late-June. Today on The Weekend Debrief, Ted Baker and Josh Durso break it all down – going through the headlines that were, and the ones that will be as things move forward.
Josh Durso, Todd Elzey, and Ted Baker break down the week's biggest headlines and answer YOUR questions
On this edition of The Weekend Debrief - the panel discusses a series of interesting headlines, as the state and region navigates its way toward reopening. Ted Baker and Josh Durso break down the biggest headlines of the week.
The Weekend Debrief is back with another edition, focusing on the potential outcomes of the Coronavirus Pandemic. Josh Durso and Ted Baker will break down some of the biggest stories of the week with long-term implications. https://youtu.be/JGXGJ_51pKg
This week on The Debrief Podcast ... a little rebranding, some announcements, and of course, the headlines! Check it out as Josh Durso and Ted Baker broke down the week's biggest stories. Coronavirus, local government, and the future of some communities in the region as major shortfalls loom. Check it out on the FingerLakes1.com YouTube Channel, or listen back on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.
This week on The Debrief Podcast, a breakdown of the most-asked questions we received in the newsroom since the Novel Coronavirus outbreak began in New York. Josh Durso and Ted Baker discuss, and look forward to a potentially permanently changed region. https://youtu.be/DDc9Iv7EOtY
This week it's all about YOUR questions. We've been collecting reader and listener questions for the last two weeks on Facebook and Twitter. Now, those questions are being broken down on Episode #62 of the Debrief Podcast. Josh Durso and Ted Baker discuss.
Sue Cirencione has recently taken over ownership of the Big M in Ovid, the same business her father owned until 2014. Sue is in-studio with Sydney Rogers and Josh Durso to talk about it and preview the Valentine's Day Weekend ahead in the Finger Lakes.
What were the biggest stories of the week in the Finger Lakes? There are several that have people talking, and this week on Episode #60 of The Debrief Podcast, Ted Baker, Jackie Augustine, and Josh Durso are in-studio breaking it all down. Watch the full episode below... Topics for discussion this week include: - A recent appointment by the Cuomo Administration to the Committee on Open Government, which drew a lot of criticism. - The state of the economy in Upstate New York after a City-Journal piece was published by E.J. McMahon. Recent tweets by Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul also drew harsh criticism online, as she touted the Southern Tier's 'soaring' economy. - The town of Enfield's decision to end the practice of reciting the pledge at the start of board meetings. The board voted 4-1 to end that practice with only one dissenting vote. - A pair of stories involving Congressman Tom Reed, who was named to President Donald Trump's New York re-election team, and is openly considering a challenge to Gov. Andrew Cuomo in 2022. - Former Congressman Chris Collins, who represented the 27th District, will be sentenced on Friday. Letters of support made headlines earlier this week, as several key officials around the region and Western New York backed the embattled rep. - A pair of stories about criminal justice. The first about reforms, and a recent speaker in Geneva, who addressed the changes to bail reform and discovery - calling them necessary. The second about a pair of bills that are being actively considered in Albany, which would effectively end life sentences.
This week on The Debrief Podcast: Governor Andrew Cuomo produces a list of agenda items for 2020, the latest reaction from Assembly Minority Leader Brian Kolb's DWI arrest earlier in the week, and taking a closer look at the future of broadband in rural parts of the Finger Lakes. Josh Durso, Ted Baker, and Jackie Augustine are in-studio debating it all on The Debrief. Watch below, or listen to the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.
This week on The Debrief Podcast a full-studio. Josh Durso, Jackie Augustine, Ted Baker, and Gabriel Pietrorazio debate the latest headlines and stories impacting the Finger Lakes as 2019 draws to a close. Topics discussed include criminal justice reforms that take hold in a couple weeks, the land sale along Seneca Lake in Geneva, and the future of a deal inked by City Council, which binds Hobart and William Smith Colleges to the City for 12 more years.
This week on The Debrief Podcast it's all about elections; and the decisions voters have before them next week. Josh Durso, Jackie Augustine, Ted Baker, and Gabe Pietrorazio are all in-studio for a deep dive into the biggest races, early voting, and the trends seen over the last few weeks.
This week on The Debrief Podcast host Josh Durso is joined by Ted Baker of Finger Lakes Morning News on Finger Lakes News Radio; and Peter Mantius of The Water Front Online. The trio discussed a number of topics and headlines, including the latest on a race for Schuyler County Court Judge; the future of economic development near Exit 41 in Seneca County; and the future of cashless tolling. They will also discuss a recent survey by City Lab, which showed Ithaca among the best cities in the U.S. to live 'car free'. Watch or listen on your favorite streaming service; and become a subscriber on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts today by clicking here!
Summer is nearly over, but that only means that things are getting busier in the FL1 Studio. This week, Jackie Augustine, Ted Baker, and Josh Durso are in-studio breaking down the last two week's biggest headlines. Topics up for discussion on this week's podcast include: - The latest on the Huntington Building in Seneca Falls; - The Finger Lakes Workforce Development Center, which officials say will be built in Downtown Rochester; - The new law signed by Gov. Andrew Cuomo requiring that Industrial Development Agency meetings be live-streamed; - Latest on the Red Flag Law and Child Victims Act; - As well as the constant-pitch of 'mixed use' in local development, and the implications of that term.
This week Josh Durso sits down with Emilie Sisson, of the Finger Lakes Rural Health Network discussing her work raising awareness and community education in rural parts of the region. Specifically, Sisson walks listeners through a unique training opportunity to gain skills and knowledge that is crucial given the realities associated with suicide prevention and awareness in the Finger Lakes. The Centers for Disease Control identified suicide as a leading cause of death and an issue of extreme importance in a recent report, and since those findings were published - communities like Seneca, Yates, and Schuyler have been working overtime to address them given the difficulty of receiving state or federal funds to fight issues like substance use disorders or mental health awareness.
This week on The Debrief Podcast, Josh Durso is joined by Jackie Augustine and Ted Baker to discuss the week's biggest headlines. The trio will discuss the the future of a galvanizing plant at the former Seneca Army Depot; a recently-filled Geneva City Council seat; Gov. Andrew Cuomo's fight with Con Ed; and the future of the Musselman, which was sold to WTC.
Katherine Chase, Executive Director of the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail joins Sydney Rogers, Josh Durso & Jim Sinicropi to look ahead to the first weekend of June in the Finger Lakes including the Sips & Succulents event on the wine trail. Our favorite local photos from the past week, a look at the weekend weather outlook and more on Wednesday's live edition of FLX Weekly.
This week on The Debrief Podcast - Jackie Augustine and Josh Durso debate the future of rural school districts, as a FingerLakes1.com exclusive shows significant declines in student enrollment across the Finger Lakes. The duo also discusses the latest from Geneva City Council's Tuesday session to find a Ward 6 Councilor; and the future of a veto power law, which would put more power in the hands of New York residents than ever before.
There is a lot going on in the Finger Lakes for the last weekend of April. The Seneca7 relay around Seneca Lake, Wine & Herb Weekend on the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail, and the WIld Water Derby on Shortsville highlight the slate of event. Join Jessica Lahr, Jim Sinicropi, Sydney Rogers and Josh Durso to get your weekend weather outlook, sports line-up and look at some awesome local photos from the past few days.
Join Jessica Lahr, Sydney Rogers, Josh Durso and Jim Sinicropi for another edition of FLX Weekly. We are well into the month of April and the weather can vary from wintry and oppressive to summer-like and pleasant. Which is in store for the region this weekend? Round-up your week in the Finger Lakes and check out some great local photos from the past few days.
Geneva City Council has a vacancy to fill, one Town Supervisor candidate has exited the race in Seneca Falls, and Roger Misso enters the race to challenge Rep. John Katko. All of these stories and more will be discussed on this week's Debrief Podcast presented by FingerLakes1.com. Josh Durso and Jackie Augustine are in-studio breaking it all down – including a controversial resolution, which was defeated by a 4-1 count on Tuesday in Seneca Falls.
Ted Baker & Josh Durso debate controversy in Seneca Falls, plastic bags, and more on The Debrief Podcast.
This week on The Debrief Podcast Jackie Augustine and Josh Durso discussed a variety of issues including the latest on local elections, including the longterm viability of small, rural villages; as well as some controversial environmental issues. The duo also weighed in on the controversy around college admissions and the wealthy in the U.S.
A recent New York Times piece looked at young people and their affinity for 'hustle culture'. Is it healthy? Is it creating a generation of workers who dislike, or worse yet, hate their jobs? A link to that story is below, but this week Maria Coleman joined Josh Durso for FingerLakes1.com's Sunday Conversation. They discussed the state of social media, how it impacts users - particularly those who's careers and jobs are fused with personal life via social media, and what some solutions might look like for scaling back, or more responsibly using social media. NYT STORY: Why Are Young People Pretending to Love Work?
Stephen Parker Zielinski has served as Superintendent of South Seneca Central School District for enough years to learn a lot about students, education, and the growth that is undertaken as student, faculty, and administrators evolve. He sat down with Josh Durso, FingerLakes1.com News Director to discuss the future of his district, and some of the larger trends in education.
Josh Durso and Jackie Augustine break down a number of headlines - including the implications of a new election schedule and calendar on races that have started, or will begin in just a couple weeks. The two also discuss how to fairly compensate elected officials, who is left on the outside when considering a run for office, and much more. Watch on YouTube by clicking here