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They don't walk like us. They don't move like anything that belongs in this world.And once you see them… you don't forget.In Episode 33 of Unknown and Mysterious Creatures, we descend into one of the most unsettling modern cryptid phenomena—the Black Stick Men. Described as impossibly thin, towering shadow figures with no faces, no depth, and no mercy for logic, these entities have been reported across decades and continents.From a chilling 1982 encounter near Warley Hospital in England to earlier sightings in New York's Westchester County in 1964, witnesses tell the same story: elongated silhouettes, darker than darkness itself, moving in unnatural, jerking motions—or standing perfectly still, as if waiting to be noticed.Are they interdimensional beings? Shadow entities? Or something born from the fragile edges of human perception?Get our merch at: bonfire.com/store/umcreatureConsider becoming a patron at patreon.com/kingasilasFollow us on X @umcreature

On Monday, June 1, 2026, the Westchester Parks Foundation (WPF) and supporters of Camp Morty kicked off a brand-new tradition with the inaugural Camp Morty Charity Golf Classic. Held at the scenic Maple Moor Golf Course, the "Swing into Spring" event brought the community together for a fantastic day on the green featuring great food, drinks, and exciting on-course challenges. Most importantly, the debut outing successfully raised vital funds to support Camp Morty's mission, ensuring local children are given a magical summer to remember.Westchester Talk Radio host Andrew Castellano sat down with Camp Morty Director Devon Mincey during the inaugural Camp Morty Charity Golf Classic at Maple Moor Golf Course. Mincey shared his passion for making the summer camp experience accessible to all children in Westchester County, highlighting that the program is entirely free for eligible participants. He discussed the camp's structure, noting that it serves around 700 campers over a six-week season divided into junior and teen sessions. Mincey also revealed an exciting new character-development initiative for the upcoming summer: a "bead necklace system" designed to provide positive reinforcement and foster traits like honesty, caring, and respect among the campers.

In today's edition of The Update Journal, Disney Channel is dusting off the 2000s like somebody found an old Zack & Cody DVD under the couch cushions. We dive into the June 1st nostalgia lineup and realizes there are apparently entire Disney Channel eras i completely missed. Seriously — at some point Disney quietly switched generations while some of us were still emotionally invested in Wizards of Waverly Place and pretending we'd survive at Camp Rock.Meanwhile, Chibiverse might secretly be the most entertaining thing Disney Channel has produced in years — a chaotic animated fever dream where every character looks adorable while the plots spiral out of control in the best possible way. Somehow this tiny chibi universe understands crossover chaos better than half the entertainment industry.And in Brandon's Take this week: if you step onto a New York City subway car and the air conditioning actually works? Congratulations. You are no longer using public transportation. You are experiencing a luxury wellness retreat on rails. Because nothing humbles a New Yorker faster than opening the door between cars and accidentally walking into what feels like the inside of a toaster oven with handrails.In the headlines on #TheUpdate this Thursday, Democratic members of Congress said they observed dire conditions within a federal immigration detention center in New Jersey where protesters have been demonstrating for days and asserting that detainees are on a hunger strike.A teenage girl and her brother were killed when a devastating blaze ripped through a Westchester County home, trapping the pair inside as firefighters raced to rescue them.And out in the American West, crews resumed the grim search for nine people presumed killed at a Washington state paper mill where a chemical tank ruptured a day earlier in one of the deadliest U.S. workplace accidents in years.

 This week on the Boxoffice podcast, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Romeo Duchêne break down a stronger-than-expected Memorial Day weekend at the box office, including the opening performance of Disney's The Mandalorian and Grogu, the continued breakout success of Obsession, and the surprising early tracking for A24's internet horror phenomenon Backrooms. Then in the feature segment, Daniel speaks with Mary Jo Cecil, Brandon Schenkman, and Eric Hynes of the Jacob Burns Film Center about the organization's 25th anniversary, its role as a community-driven cultural hub in Westchester County, and how filmmaker conversations, education programs, and curated theatrical experiences continue to shape the future of independent cinema. 

On Tuesday, May 26, 2026, the Sonesta White Plains Downtown played host to the Business Council of Westchester's acclaimed Circles of Influence gathering. This premier mixer successfully united the region's leading executives, entrepreneurs, and industry innovators for a dynamic evening centered on strategic relationship-building and fresh economic prospects. Beyond traditional corporate mingling, attendees immersed themselves in unique, hands-on showcases presented by fellow BCW members, sparking collaborative dialogue and reinforcing the organization's vital role as a catalyst for local business growth and interconnected regional success.During the event, host Andrew Castellano interviewed Patrick Coyne of Alpine Saxon Woods, a wealth management firm that has served Westchester County for over three decades and manages more than $850 million in assets. Grounding his corporate philosophy in relationship-building, Patrick noted that the core of the investment industry is trust, an asset best cultivated through honest, face-to-face interactions like those offered at the Business Council of Westchester. He praised the organization's relaxed, low-pressure environment for allowing regional business neighbors to establish authentic friendships long before they ever need to call upon each other for commercial services.

On Tuesday, May 26, 2026, the Sonesta White Plains Downtown played host to the Business Council of Westchester's acclaimed Circles of Influence gathering. This premier mixer successfully united the region's leading executives, entrepreneurs, and industry innovators for a dynamic evening centered on strategic relationship-building and fresh economic prospects. Beyond traditional corporate mingling, attendees immersed themselves in unique, hands-on showcases presented by fellow BCW members, sparking collaborative dialogue and reinforcing the organization's vital role as a catalyst for local business growth and interconnected regional success.Host Andrew Castellano also spoke with Jeff Casper, the owner of the Westchester Retail Network and an adjunct marketing professor at Pace University. Casper detailed his innovative approach to hyper-local advertising, which utilizes digital TV screens placed inside local "host locations" to bypass the limited availability of traditional billboards in Westchester County. By creating complimentary advertisements for these host venues while selling additional airtime to outside businesses trying to capture the affluent regional market, WRN builds brand frequency and legitimacy for smaller businesses. 

My guest today is Jean Wine. Jean is a thoughtful, engaged, inspiring women, who at age 97, happens to be the oldest guest I have had on my podcast! Jean grew up in Worcester, MA, attended college in Maine, where she met her husband, Buddy, before settling in Westchester County, NY.  Jean combined her gifts in art, education and enriching lives with her career at American Field Service (AFS). She cultivated lasting friendships with people around the world and traveled extensively. Jean is proud of her beloved children, Linda, Buzzy and Judith, their partners, her four grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. She reflects on what she's done to age gracefully and the importance of making new friends and staying active.  Although we recorded this conversation on a snowy day in January, I waited for this rainy day in May to release this episode. Today, May 25th, is Jean's third child, Judith's birthday. Happy Birthday, Jude, thanks for our 55 year friendship and heartfelt thanks for sharing your wonderful Mom with me and Paul! We treasure Jean as our "Bonus Mom"!! Enjoy the podcast!

EPISODE 711 - Reyna Marder Gentin - Jessica Harmon Has Stepped Away, A Mother Daughter Story and a Book TourThis episode explores how former criminal appellate attorney turned novelist Reyna Marder Gentin reinvented her life and writing, and how law, empathy, and complex family relationships shape her fiction. It offers an honest look at creative risk, persistence, and the emotional truths behind her stories.From Courtroom to Creative WritingReyna begins by describing life in Westchester County, just north of Manhattan, and her long career as a criminal appellate attorney. For more than two decades she represented people convicted of serious crimes, trying to secure reduced sentences or second chances. Over time, though, she hit an emotional wall: she felt increasingly unable to understand the human backstories behind acts that appeared undeniably “evil,” especially because appeals work limits lawyers to the trial record rather than the full complexity of a person's life. That disconnect pushed her to leave the law and follow an unexpected path into memoir and fiction writing.Learning to See Stories DifferentlyReyna explains that appellate work trained her to see every situation from multiple angles, always asking “what if” and searching for alternate interpretations. That habit now drives her fiction; when she reaches a pivotal scene, she challenges her first instincts and explores how events might unfold differently, always seeking the emotional hook that draws readers in. She talks about the importance of crafting empathy on the page, just as she once tried to do for judges, and how her sense of an “ideal reader” has evolved.Patience, Persistence, and the Reality of PublishingReyna is candid about the gap between writing classes and real-world publishing. Not everyone will finish a book, and even completed manuscripts may never be published. Her Books, Characters, and ThemesReyna walks through her body of work and the life experiences that inspired it. Her debut, Unreasonable Doubts, draws on her public defender background and follows a young lawyer losing faith in her work who becomes emotionally entangled with a client. Her middle grade novel centers on an eighth-grade girl with undiagnosed dyslexia, a hardworking single mom, and a perceptive teacher who finally recognizes the girl's strengths and learning challenges. Another novel, Both Are True, follows a new family court judge balancing the emotional demands of her courtroom with a complicated romantic relationship.Her newest book shifts away from law entirely and delves into the fraught, intimate territory of a mother-daughter relationship. Protagonist Jessica Harmon, a stalled thirty-year-old would-be writer, feels stuck in an unfulfilling editing job and blames her famous academic mother, Cynthia, for her inability to launch. When Cynthia wins a lifetime achievement award and invites Jessica on a book tour, buried secrets and a long-ago, life-changing episode from Cynthia's college years come to light. Reyna explores themes of resentment, love, generational influence, and the search for identity, emphasizing that even when the ending isn't conventionally “happy,” characters can still arrive where they need to be.Send us Fan MailSupport the show___https://livingthenextchapter.com/podcast produced by: https://truemediasolutions.ca/Coffee Refills are always appreciated, refill Dave's cup here, and thanks!https://buymeacoffee.com/truemediaca

Activists have a plan for weekend service A year after the Metropolitan Transportation Authority discontinued a commuter ferry on the Hudson River between Beacon and Newburgh, activists are hoping to raise $200,000 to launch their own weekend service. The Save the Ferry coalition, whose members live on both sides of the river, envisions a free boat running 10 hours on each Friday, Saturday and Sunday from mid-June through October. They hope to demonstrate that demand still exists for the route, which the MTA has replaced with shuttle buses. The service would rely on the Nellie Bly, a 40-person vessel supplied by the New York Boat Co., which runs charter cruises from Peekskill. The coalition said it is in talks to use the Sloop Club dock in Beacon and the Riverfront Marina in Newburgh. The MTA suspended ferry service in January 2025 due to river ice. During the hiatus, the agency said it discovered damage to the floating dock it used in Beacon. Because ridership had also been declining — from an average of nearly 250 people per day in 2008 to 62 in 2024, according to the MTA — the agency officially canceled the service in June, before it ever restarted. If the coalition can secure funding, weekend service "would be one incremental step in the whole restoration of that regional transportation link," said Victoria Manning, a Newburgh resident. Organizers wouldn't say what they have raised so far, but they are asking Hudson Valley legislators to push for funding for their ferry pilot in the 2026-27 state budget. They estimate the $200,000 will cover marketing, insurance, permitting, docking fees and a crew for the season. If funding doesn't materialize, the coalition says it will try again in 2027-28. While the MTA ferry ran only during commuting hours, bringing Newburgh residents to Beacon's Metro-North station to catch trains toward Poughkeepsie or Grand Central Station, the coalition believes a weekend boat would attract casual riders as well as people who work on Saturday and Sunday. "Businesses and individuals have been clamoring for this," Manning said. An MTA spokesperson said on Wednesday (May 6) that the agency has no plans to restart a ferry between Beacon and Newburgh. The bus shuttles are free through 2026; an express route to New York Stewart International Airport has been added. For the third year, the agency will also operate a seasonal weekend ferry between Haverstraw in Rockland County and Ossining in Westchester County beginning this month. Members of the coalition don't understand why that can't happen farther north. Amanda Brown, a Beacon resident and professional mediator, said the MTA told her it shut down the Newburgh crossing because of low ridership. But she believes the agency didn't do enough to examine the reasons behind it. In January, Brown began surveying Main Street business owners in Beacon. Some told her, she writes in a report she hopes to share with the Beacon and Newburgh city councils, that they are certain some customers come from Newburgh. Others said that "anything that could draw people to the area in general would be good for them," said Brown, who plans more interviews. Based on 2024 state tourism statistics, the coalition says its conservative estimate is that 60 passengers on a weekend ferry would generate $187,000 in retail revenue in the two cities over the season. At the high end, they said, with more passengers spending more money, it could reach $750,000. "Newburgh does not have the same level of weekend tourism as Beacon, so our small business community needs this connection," said Manning, a museum registrar who rides the train into New York City three or four times a week. According to the state Department of Transportation, usage of the Newburgh-Beacon bus shuttle more than doubled in the past year. But the numbers don't reflect an important difference between the bus and the ferry, said Manning, who takes a 6 a.m. shuttle to Beacon. On the return trip over the Newburgh-Be...

Dave and Sean sit down for a real, behind-the-scenes recap of Health Is Wealth—the first and largest wellness expo in Westchester County, New York. From the original vision to execution, they break down how the concept was built, the strategies that brought it to life, and what it actually took to deliver an event with over 600 attendees, 80 vendors, and 39 speakers. This episode dives into what worked, what they'd improve, and the leadership lessons learned under pressure. If you're building something big or looking to turn an idea into impact, this is the blueprint that's raw, honest, and full of game!

Commission to issue recommendations Lisa Maria Nero, the town clerk for Greenburgh in Westchester County and a doctoral student in education at Long Island University, brought a lesson to Calvary Presbyterian Church in Newburgh on April 25. For nearly a year, she has attended public hearings held by the New York State Community Commission on Reparations Remedies, whose nine members are examining the state's history of slavery and its "lingering negative effects" on New York residents. The commission was created in December 2023 by legislation signed into law by Gov. Kathy Hochul. It is tasked with making recommendations to the Legislature on how to proceed. "When we're talking about systemic harms, I'm not sure people realize the extensive list," said Nero. "Chattel slavery, Jim Crow, Black codes, white domestic terrorism, racial massacres, racial property seizures, medical experimentation on Black Americans, sharecropping, convict leasing, Homestead Act exclusions, GI Bill exclusions and FHA [Federal Housing Administration] mortgage exclusions." In a series of meetings and hearings that began in July 2024, the commission has heard presentations from experts on the prevalence of slavery in New York before it was legally abolished in 1827, and the history of discrimination in education, housing, jobs, lending and other areas that came after emancipation. The most recent hearings have looked at gentrification and redlining, and the war on drugs. Churches also discriminated. The Episcopal Diocese of New York acknowledged in a report from February that "countless Episcopal laity and clergy enslaved people and profited richly from the shipping and trade of Africans," and that the church discriminated against Black congregations. One of those congregations, St. Andrew's in Beacon, was "unsupported by the diocese as urban renewal in the 1960s and '70s demolished Black homes and businesses to build Route 9D," according to the report. While the diocese has created a $1.2 million reparations fund, the commission's chair, Seanelle Hawkins, said its members are still "in the learning phase" regarding remedies. "Our work is to educate ourselves and work with a team of researchers, policy analysts and economists to understand what those recommendations are," she said. About two dozen people attended the hearing at Calvary Presbyterian, where they heard presentations by Shango Blake, an educator; Jackie Cody, who runs a Brooklyn nonprofit providing education and counseling services to teens and young adults; and Stephanie James Harris, director of the Africana Studies Program at Seton Hall University. As a child in Jamaica, Queens, Blake said he experienced busing to a majority-white school where "all the Black children in the school were trapped in lower classes, while the students that weren't Black were given the higher, more challenging classes" in math and science. "Reparations acknowledges the harm, names who was harmed and directs resources and policies to repair that harm," he said. Slavery stood as the first harm. In a presentation to the commission in June 2025, Ned Benton, co-director of the Northeast Slavery Records Index, which covers nine states, listed some of its data for New York state: 8,835 records naming people who were enslaved; 43,111 naming enslavers, including 209 elected officials; 1,042 advertisements for fugitives and 559 records of sales. In 2019, Historic Hudson Valley, based in Westchester County, produced an interactive documentary, People Not Property, that acknowledged the earliest Black residents of the Hudson Valley and named their enslavers, including the owners of Van Cortlandt Manor in Croton and Philipsburg Manor in Sleepy Hollow. Africans enslaved by Frederick Philipse (1626-1702), a Dutch merchant, built the manor, whose property covered about a quarter of modern-day Westchester. Philipse and his son would become major slave traders; the family is honored today by the name Philipstown. "Slavery wa...

New Cold Spring cop wrote children's book Barrett Magistro has been a police officer since 2009, and he wasn't long into his career when he realized not everyone sees law enforcement as an honorable profession. "There was a huge downturn in the way police officers were viewed through the media," says the officer, who lives in Fishkill and joined the Cold Spring Police Department last year. "A five-second TV newsclip is a tiny sliver of what police work is; it's not the whole situation." Magistro wanted to change that perception and felt that any shift would begin with children. "I wanted to show them the human side of being a police officer and that for a community, law enforcement is a positive." To that end, in 2017, Magistro wrote and published a children's book for ages 4 to 7 called How I Found Hope. It was inspired by an encounter on a cold, snowy morning in January 2010, while he was on patrol in Mount Hope, in Orange County. A passerby waved him down, alerting him to an abandoned pit bull puppy. "She was about 8 months old, and you could tell she was abused," says Magistro of the dog. "You could see her ribs and spine." As soon as Magistro opened the door of his squad car, the dog jumped in. He took her to the Port Jervis Humane Society and began checking in daily. Soon, he had adopted the pup, which he named Hope. Like police officers, Magistro felt pit bulls suffered from misperceptions. "Pit bulls were originally nanny dogs because they're loyal, sweet and loving dogs," he says. Their reputation for aggression is "about how they're raised." Magistro says that, as someone who worked as an engineer before joining the police academy, writing didn't come easy. "I was actually terrible academically in school," he says. He didn't have time to promote the book, he says, and put it on the back burner once he had sold 125 copies and recouped his investment. Hope lived for 15 years, three more than expected for a pit bull. But her story didn't end there. "I started thinking of a way to keep Hope's memory alive," Magistro said. Last month, he published a second edition of the book. He also found a manufacturer to make a black-and-white stuffed animal. He sells both online at hopethepitbull.com. Last month, Magistro began scheduling readings at schools and daycare centers, with a toy version of Hope at his side. He plans visits to the Maria Fareri Children's Hospital in Westchester County and hospitals in New York City. Magistro is partnering with Angels of Light, a Millbrook-based nonprofit that supports families in the Hudson Valley who are dealing with a life-threatening illness or whose lives have been altered by an accident or death. "Barrett's compassion and caring for children has evolved not only through his book but also by giving comfort and love to very ill children with his stuffed animal," says Lori Cassia-Decker, a co-founder of Angels of Light. Magistro has more books in mind and has written two stories featuring himself and Hope as protagonists. "One is about a dog that's scared of the dark, and I make a nightlight for her, and the other is about dealing with loss," he says. He smiles when recalling Hope. When she was adopted, Magistro and his wife had two chihuahuas, Junior and Bobbi. "Hope always thought of herself as small because she was so young when we got her," he said. "She actually thought she was a chihuahua and tried to sleep in their tiny beds."

After trio took hiatus, MacAllister went solo Folk singer Laurie MacAllister's name is a letter off from that of a bass player for The Runaways, which oozed attitude in the 1970s and might have been a footnote in rock history but for founding member Joan Jett's hits in the 1980s. "A lot of women musicians, myself included, worship the ground she walks on," says MacAllister of Jett. "I first heard 'I Love Rock and Roll' at age 10. I remember exactly where I was and just lost it — but let's not forget Pat Benatar and Chrissie Hynde." Even though the styles differ, all these women produce music with moxie. Playing guitar, singing and stirring emotion, MacAllister will bring her songs to the Howland Cultural Center on Saturday (May 2). As with fictional settings, her songs make something out of nothing, like that moment in Cambridge, Massachusetts, when it's cold and wet and then the vignette turns into a break-up ode that crystallizes a fragment of the human experience ("Out of the Darkness"). To be a team player and round out the sound, she put down the guitar and picked up a bass for Red Molly, the folk trio with Hudson Valley roots. The band — MacAllister, Abbie Gardner and Molly Venter — shook up the folk scene with its polished look, sound and presentation. "When we played places that served alcohol, they improvised many drinks that have only one common characteristic: the color," MacAllister says, but when the pandemic hit, along with parenthood for one member, the trio split for now. MacAllister still seeks to subvert conventions. "I want to get away from the setup where the opener plays for 25 minutes, and then I come on for my slot," she says. "I have three male collaborators whom I work with, but I open each set and bring them in and out of the show." Joining her in Beacon will be Fred Gillen Jr., a longtime local folk performer who lived in Westchester County before moving upstate. This is her last live slot for a while. MacAllister, now based in Virginia, is taking a break to record an album before a fall tour. The woman has paid her dues: "I'm 56, so I can decide what to do," she says. With all the wordsmithing, chord changes and full-throttle vocals, it's easy to overlook her nimble guitar playing, which emits a big sound. She's also able to sing while fingerpicking — plucking out more intricate patterns with at least three digits — which is no mean feat. The test of talent is to execute something difficult while making it look easy. "At first, I figured it would be impossible, but I put in a lot of practice and, somehow, it happened," MacAllister says. While onstage, she seems to be on the verge of killing herself softly with her own songs. "I bring it to 95 percent, then I have to dial it back," she says. "If it makes people cry, that's a litmus test — like, if it gives me goosebumps — but it can only hit to a certain degree. We're poking at feelings, so even if I get physical reactions, I've got to be professional and gathered onstage." The Howland Cultural Center is located at 477 Main St. in Beacon. Tickets for the concert, which begins at 8 p.m., are $25 at dub.sh/macallister-hcc, or $30 at the door. To download music, see lauriemacallister.net.

Mimi Rocah is an attorney who served as District Attorney of Westchester County, NY from 2021-2024. Prior to becoming DA, she served as an Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York for nearly 17 years where she prosecuted and oversaw cases involving violent crime, organized crime, human trafficking, sex trafficking, child exploitation, frauds and public corruption. She's a frequent commentator on MSNOW, CNN, The Contrarian, Cafe, and numerous podcasts and radio shows on topics relating to law, justice and women's issues and has written and published dozens of opinion pieces on those topics. She's an expert in the rule of law, democracy and the corruption and abuse of the justice system and is currently an adjunct professor at Fordham University School of Law. And, Mimi is writing a book, “Justice Under Siege,” about the Trump Administration's political takeover of the DOJ and the heroes who have stood up, due out in September 2026. Mimi joins me to help unpack the new indictment of former FBI Director James Comey. Got somethin' to say?! Email us at BackroomAndy@gmail.com Leave us a message: 845-307-7446 Twitter: @AndyOstroy Produced by Andy Ostroy, Matty Rosenberg, and Jennifer Hammoud @ Radio Free Rhiniecliff Design by Cricket Lengyel

Westchester Talk Radio host Bob Marrone spoke with Lisa Teddone, the YMCA's Chief Financial Officer. Lisa, whose own children learned to swim at the Y in the late 1990s, described how a combination of Westchester County legislative funding, city partnerships, and federal grants, including an educational grant from Congressman Jamaal Bowman, allowed for critical upgrades to the gym and pool. She passionately advocates for the Y's "deep end" philosophy, teaching children confidence and serious life skills through their high-level aquatics programs.

Westchester Talk Radio host Bob Marrone spoke with Westchester County Legislator Terry Clements, who discussed the legislative support that fueled the YMCA's recent growth. Legiltor Clements, a former talent manager in the entertainment industry, recalls early strategy meetings with County Executive George Latimer to fund nonprofit partners that had suffered from budget deficits. She highlights the Y's critical role as a remote learning center for essential workers during the pandemic and expresses excitement about future green space projects in New Rochelle, such as the $16 millionLINC project.

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.

Eighty-five towns across New York state sit under battery storage moratoriums right now, and two of three Westchester County towns where Joe Tassone Jr. built successful battery projects in 2020 have since banned the technology outright. In this episode, Tim Montague sits down with Joe Tassone Jr., partner at onCORE Origination, a site origination firm working in 25 states on solar, battery storage, data centers, and EV infrastructure. This episode covers the top three issues blocking battery development at the community level, why fire safety fears around lithium-ion storage miss the wider context, and what separates developers who close projects from those who waste millions.Here's what you'll learn in this conversation about battery development and site origination:You'll hear the three biggest objections communities raise against battery storage projects.Find out why 85 New York towns currently sit under battery moratoriums, and how two of three Westchester County towns where Joe built projects in 2020 have since banned storage outright.Learn why Joe argues developers should never treat zoning as black and white, even in towns with outright bans, because public utility statutes and use variances open paths to approval through the judicial process.Understand how state-level programs in Illinois, Maryland, and Connecticut remove local NIMBY obstacles.You'll get Joe's three tenets of successful development: knowing where to go through parcel acumen, committing fully to a market with a clear pipeline vision, and persisting relentlessly through headwinds.Joe's 30 years of site origination experience surfaces one clear lesson: developers who treat zoning as static codes and give up at the first denial lose tens of millions in project value every year. The industry needs to move from reactive to proactive, meeting with town and county associations before moratoriums pass instead of reacting after.Connect with Joe Tassone Jr Joe Tassone Jr. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-f-tassone-jr-a778a1190/onCORE Origination Website: https://oncoreorig.com/ Support the showConnect with Tim  Clean Power Hour  Clean Power Hour on YouTubeTim on TwitterTim on LinkedIn Email tim@cleanpowerhour.com Review Clean Power Hour on Apple PodcastsThe Clean Power Hour is produced by the Clean Power Consulting Group and created by Tim Montague. Contact us by email:  CleanPowerHour@gmail.comCorporate sponsors who share our mission to speed the energy transition are invited to check out https://www.cleanpowerhour.com/support/The Clean Power Hour is brought to you by CPS America, maker of North America's number one 3-phase string inverter, with over 6GW shipped in the US. With a focus on commercial and utility-scale solar and energy storage, the company partners with customers to provide unparalleled performance and service. The CPS America product lineup includes 3-phase string inverters from 25kW to 275kW, exceptional data communication and controls, and energy storage solutions designed for seamless integration with CPS America systems.  Learn more at www.chintpowersystems.com

Roost Team member Curt Springstead interviews Volunteer Todd Alper, Volunteer Karen Katter, and ASD Robyn Haberman on their dynamic system of growing volunteer teams in AARP NY (Westchester County).

Jazz Forum Arts in Westchester County, New York is a premier, highly successful nonprofit jazz organization with a rich history. Now, after 40 years of artistic excellence, a new era will be ushered in when Founder and Executive Director Mark Morganelli and Chief Operating Officer Ellen Prior retire on July 1st of this year.  This dynamic duo leaves behind an amazing legacy that includes hosting 300-plus music performances annually at its Jazz Forum Club in Tarrytown, New York, multiple free outdoor concert series, and award-winning jazz educational programs.      Mark Morganelli, a jazz trumpeter and producer, has been a major presence in the New York City and regional jazz scene since 1979, when he opened his first Jazz Forum loft club in Greenwich Village. Ellen Prior, Mark's wife, has been a presence at JFA events since its earliest days, and formally joined the leadership team in 2015.  With their retirement in the offing, the mantle of leadership is being passed on to Darrian Douglas and Clara Winder.   Douglas, an accomplished jazz drummer for the past 20 years, is an educator, and arts leader, who has served as Director of Programs for Jazz Forum Arts since July 2025.  Previously, he served as Executive Director and Co-Founder of Second Line Arts Collective in New Orleans. Winder, currently Marketing Director and a core member of the JFA team for nearly a decade, will become Chief Operating Officer in July 2026, overseeing the Jazz Forum club operations, marketing, audience development, and internal systems that support the organization's continued growth.  My conversation with the affable Mark Morganelli and the engaging Ellen Prior unfolds the fascinating story behind the Jazz Forum Arts.

When a serious accident turns someone's life upside down, having the right legal guidance can shape what happens next. In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews David Lever, Founder and Senior Partner of Lever & Ecker, PLLC, who discusses how his practice has grown into a boutique firm dedicated to proactive client service, effective systems, and personalized attention. He talks about the realities of accident claims, common misconceptions, and why empathy, preparation, and business discipline are important when helping injured clients move forward. Key Takeaways:→ Serious injury claims seldom settle as quickly as people expect. → Video evidence now has a greater impact in accident cases. → Headlines about verdicts often don't reveal the full legal story. → A strong law firm requires both empathy and efficient business systems. → The right legal representation can assist clients in rebuilding their lives with dignity. David B. Lever is the Founder and Senior Partner of Lever & Ecker, PLLC, a highly respected personal injury law firm based in White Plains, New York. For over 30 years, he has represented accident victims and their families, securing millions in verdicts and settlements, including a confidential $12 million resolution for a client seriously injured in a motor vehicle collision. Since 1990, David has dedicated his practice solely to helping individuals harmed through no fault of their own and has never represented insurance companies or corporate defendants. Known for his integrity, empathy, and relentless advocacy, he treats every case with personal care and attention. David earned his J.D. from Pace University School of Law and is admitted to practice in New York and New Jersey. His honors include New York Metro Super Lawyers (since 2020) and Top 25 Lawyers in Westchester County (2024, 2025). He also serves on the Board of ACLD. Connect With David:Website: https://www.leverecker.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leverecker/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LeverEcker/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/leverecker/

Can the Department of Justice declare a law unconstitutional? On this week's Insider podcast, former Westchester County, New York, District Attorney Mimi Rocah joins Joyce Vance to discuss the Office of Legal Counsel opinion declaring the Presidential Records Act (PRA) unconstitutional. This segment is available for free to listeners of Stay Tuned. To hear the full episode, become a member at cafe.com/insider or staytuned.substack.com/subscribe. You'll also get access to other exclusive content. Topics covered in the full episode:  – The Manhattan DA's criminal investigation into sexual misconduct allegations against Representative Eric Swalwell prompting him to resign; – Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's comments furthering President Trump's election fraud claims; and – Former AG Pam Bondi's argument that she's not required to comply with a congressional subpoena for testimony about her handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files release since she no longer holds the role. CAFE Insiders click HERE to listen to the full analysis.  Subscribe to our YouTube channel. This podcast is brought to you by CAFE and Vox Media Podcast Network.  Executive Producer: Tamara Sepper; Supervising Producer: Jake Kaplan; Associate Producer: Claudia Hernández; Senior Audio Producer: Matthew Billy; CAFE Team: Celine Rohr, Nat Weiner, Jennifer Indig, and Liana Greenway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#EntrepreneurMindset #BusinessGrowth #StartupAdvice In this episode of Fuel Your Drive, I break down exactly how to survive cash flow problems in business—and win. Every entrepreneur will face financial pressure at some point, whether you're just starting out or scaling to the next level. I share the mindset and real strategies I've used to push through tough cash flow situations, from staying calm under pressure to leveraging relationships with banks, vendors, and partners to buy time and create solutions. I explain why asking for help is a strength, not a weakness, and how building strong relationships can open doors when you need it most. Most importantly, I talk about resilience—because in business, tough moments are where breakthroughs are made. If you stay in the game, think creatively, and refuse to quit, you'll come out stronger on the other side. SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJkh-idOsUdPNS9gODy9qUQ Connect with Josh York: Website : https://joshyorkgg.com/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/joshyorkgg/ ********* WHO IS JOSH YORK? Josh York is an American entrepreneur and the founder & CEO of GYMGUYZ, a fast growing, fitness franchise. GYMGUYZ is #1 in Home Personal Training, providing convenient, customized and creative workouts at a setting that works best for each client. Headquartered in Plainview, New York, GYMGUYZ operates over 250 franchised locations in 30 states and 3 countries. In 2008, York started GYMGUYZ in the dining room of his parent's home with a laptop, and a vision. The demand for in Home Personal Training was growing, and so was GYMGUYZ. In 2014, York received approval to franchise the GYMGUYZ brand , with the first franchise opening that year in Westchester County, NY and the first international location opened in Canada in 2017. York has said his vision is his guarantee and often can be heard saying “In 15 years we will be the largest fitness brand in the world. The chance of that not happening, you will have a better probability of seeing elephants fly”! York lives on Long Island with his wife Stacy and two young sons and enjoys spending his free time with his family, playing ice hockey or working out. York is the author of the bestselling book, FUEL, WHAT IT TAKES TO SURVIVE AS AN ENTREPRENEUR, selling 8000 copies in 2 months. York is a true entrepreneur driven by passion, no stranger to risk, and a leader who knows the value of building a strong culture with a commitment to being the best. **************

“Knowledge is knowing that a tomato is a fruit; wisdom is not putting it in a fruit salad.” ― Miles Kington The topic of this episode is “Talk To Your Tomatoes.” No, my guest is not a person who specializes in the art of cultivating plants, fruits and vegetables. Instead, “Talk to Your Tomatoes”is actually the title of the latest album from acclaimed jazz vocalist and songwriter, Stevie Holland, that features fresh interpretations of swinging standards, as well as sophisticated original songs written by Stevie and her longtime collaborator and arranger, award-winning composer Gary William Friedman.  So why the title of “Talk to Your Tomatoes”? Well, Stevie is a self-proclaimed Viking who is the youngest of seven children and grew up in a music-filled, Norwegian-Italian household in Westchester County, New York. From that background, a great story grew which yielded the whimsical name. And you'll learn how when you listen to our fruitful conversation.

In this episode, I sit down with Zachary Preuss, top producer with the Zach + Heather Harrison Team at Compass—the #1 real estate team in Westchester County by sales volume. We break down what's really happening in the luxury real estate market—from high-end buyer psychology to what it actually takes to win deals at the top of the market. Zach shares how elite teams operate, the systems behind consistent production, and why relationships—not transactions—are the real currency in this business. If you're in real estate, investing, or just want to understand how the top 1% moves… this is one you don't want to miss. Contact Luis Omar / askluisomar https://askluisomar.com/ https://hudsongrouprealty.com/ Contact Zach Preuss / therealtorzac/

Nearly 600 women gathered at the Sonesta White Plains Downtown on March 13th, 2026 for the annual Westchester Women's Summit, the largest celebration of Women's History Month in Westchester County. The inspiring day brought together entrepreneurs, leaders, and changemakers for powerful conversations and meaningful connections. Attendees heard from keynote speaker Hoda Kotb - New York Times bestselling author, award-winning journalist, and Founder & CEO of Joy 101 - along with News 12's Tara Rosenblum. From insightful discussions to uplifting moments, the summit was a reminder of the strength, resilience, and impact of women across our community.Host Andrew Castellano from Westchester Talk Radio was on hand.This episode features an engaging interview with Jeanne Muchnick, a seasoned lifestyle reporter for LoHud and part of the USA TODAY Network. Jeanne discusses the power of community, the state of local journalism, and her passion for covering the vibrant food scene in the lower Hudson Valley. She also reflects on the overwhelming sense of "acceptance, love, and gratitude" among the 600 women in attendance, emphasizing the importance of being present in the moment

Nearly 600 women gathered at the Sonesta White Plains Downtown on March 13th, 2026 for the annual Westchester Women's Summit, the largest celebration of Women's History Month in Westchester County. The inspiring day brought together entrepreneurs, leaders, and changemakers for powerful conversations and meaningful connections. Attendees heard from keynote speaker Hoda Kotb - New York Times bestselling author, award-winning journalist, and Founder & CEO of Joy 101 - along with News 12's Tara Rosenblum. From insightful discussions to uplifting moments, the summit was a reminder of the strength, resilience, and impact of women across our community.Host Andrew Castellano from Westchester Talk Radio was on hand.This episode features an insightful interview with Erica Healey, a distinguished employment lawyer and Managing Partner at Filippatos Law, PLLC. Erica shares her professional journey, starting from a surprising pivot in her career aspirations - from medicine to law. She emphasizes that because work is such a significant part of our lives, a positive or negative environment can profoundly impact one's overall well-being. Erica also highlights the importance of being active in the community to build trust with potential clients before they are in a time of need.

Nearly 600 women gathered at the Sonesta White Plains Downtown on March 13th, 2026 for the annual Westchester Women's Summit, the largest celebration of Women's History Month in Westchester County. The inspiring day brought together entrepreneurs, leaders, and changemakers for powerful conversations and meaningful connections. Attendees heard from keynote speaker Hoda Kotb - New York Times bestselling author, award-winning journalist, and Founder & CEO of Joy 101 - along with News 12's Tara Rosenblum. From insightful discussions to uplifting moments, the summit was a reminder of the strength, resilience, and impact of women across our community.Host Andrew Castellano from Westchester Talk Radio was on hand.This episode features an interview with Laurie Sage, who manages marketing and creative initiatives for Westchester County Parks. Laurie discusses the essential role of parks in the community and the exciting events planned for the upcoming summer season. She also talks about the extensive effort required to manage such a large-scale operation. From creating digital assets and marketing materials to securing sponsors and coordinating with promoters, a dedicated team works year-round to ensure every event is a success.

Nearly 600 women gathered at the Sonesta White Plains Downtown on March 13th, 2026 for the annual Westchester Women's Summit, the largest celebration of Women's History Month in Westchester County. The inspiring day brought together entrepreneurs, leaders, and changemakers for powerful conversations and meaningful connections. Attendees heard from keynote speaker Hoda Kotb - New York Times bestselling author, award-winning journalist, and Founder & CEO of Joy 101 - along with News 12's Tara Rosenblum. From insightful discussions to uplifting moments, the summit was a reminder of the strength, resilience, and impact of women across our community.Host Andrew Castellano from Westchester Talk Radio was on hand.This episode features an insightful interview with Lauren Lago, Assistant Vice President and Business Development Manager at Apple Bank. Lauren discusses the bank's commitment to personal banking and community involvement. Lauren also shares a personal story of a customer who was so loyal she would only work with her, illustrating the deep connections bankers build with their clients.

Founded in 2013 by Marine Corps veteran and entrepreneur Bob Parsons, Parsons Xtreme Golf (PXG) was born from a singular, obsessive mission: to create the world's finest golf equipment, regardless of the cost or time required. Unlike traditional manufacturers, PXG operates without the constraints of typical product cycles, allowing their engineering team to focus exclusively on performance breakthroughs. This "no-limits" approach has resulted in nearly 900 global patents and a lineup of clubs – from drivers to putters – that are engineered to look like sleek blades while offering the incredible forgiveness and distance of a cavity back.Now, that elite performance has a new home in Westchester County. Despite a rainy Thursday night, the energy was electric at 80 Nardozzi Place in New Rochelle as Westchester Talk Radio was there to celebrate the opening of the PXG New Rochelle store. A small group of golfers got an inside look at the state-of-the-art facility, which features high-tech TrackMan fitting bays, a dedicated putter studio, and an expansive collection of luxury apparel. Whether you are a "golf nut" like Bob Parsons or a newcomer to the game, the New Rochelle team is ready to provide the custom-fit experience that has made PXG a global phenomenon.Host Andrew Castellano spoke with Joe Stout, Executive Director of Westchester Parks Foundation. Andrew and Joe Stout focused on the intersection of premium golf equipment and the local community impact of Westchester's public courses.

Founded in 2013 by Marine Corps veteran and entrepreneur Bob Parsons, Parsons Xtreme Golf (PXG) was born from a singular, obsessive mission: to create the world's finest golf equipment, regardless of the cost or time required. Unlike traditional manufacturers, PXG operates without the constraints of typical product cycles, allowing their engineering team to focus exclusively on performance breakthroughs. This "no-limits" approach has resulted in nearly 900 global patents and a lineup of clubs – from drivers to putters – that are engineered to look like sleek blades while offering the incredible forgiveness and distance of a cavity back.Now, that elite performance has a new home in Westchester County. Despite a rainy Thursday night, the energy was electric at 80 Nardozzi Place in New Rochelle as Westchester Talk Radio was there to celebrate the opening of the PXG New Rochelle store. A small group of golfers got an inside look at the state-of-the-art facility, which features high-tech TrackMan fitting bays, a dedicated putter studio, and an expansive collection of luxury apparel. Whether you are a "golf nut" like Bob Parsons or a newcomer to the game, the New Rochelle team is ready to provide the custom-fit experience that has made PXG a global phenomenon.Host Andrew spoke with Josh Greenly, the General Manager of PXG Westchester, about the brand's unique philosophy and the technology behind their high-performance equipment. Josh emphasized that PXG's primary goal is to "make better golfers" by custom-fitting every piece of equipment to the individual amateur golfer's game, rather than relying on generic marketing pitches.

It's Friday, February 27th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Islamic State's ‘new phase' in Syria as U.S. military withdraws Within the last week, the Islamic State terror group has launched an unusual series of attacks in Syria, part of what it calls a “new phase of operations” against the 11-month-old Syrian government, reports International Christian Concern. Simultaneously, the United States is actively withdrawing from bases in the area. Fighting between Syrian government forces and U.S.-allied Kurdish forces has weakened the resistance faced by the Islamic State.  The terrorist group has been relatively inactive in and around Syria since its territorial defeat in 2019, instead shifting its focus to Africa. Syrian President Ahmed Hussein al-Sharaa was previously a member of the Islamic State and is an avowed jihadist. While he's made bold public statements about his interest in peace and tolerance, forces associated with his government have repeatedly committed or allowed mass tragedies to take place. CNN: No clear Democratic presidential frontrunner CNN data analyst Harry Enten revealed that two years away from the 2028 Democratic presidential primary season, the party's prospects look dim, reports The Western Journal. Listen. ENTEN: “This is just a downright clown car at this point on the Democratic side. I mean, just take a look here: Top choices for the 2028 Dem. pres. nominee. You have a leader, but it's not really a clear leader. It's within the margin of error. You have [Gavin] Newsom at 19%, then you have former Vice President Kamala Harris at 18% -- quite a weak number for her, given that, of course, she was the nominee the last time around. Pete Buttigieg, who, of course, has run before: 13%.  [Rep.] Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez [of New York] at 12%. “This is just a total clown car. It is a total mess. There is no clear front runner at this particular point on the Democratic side. This is very unusual for the Democratic side to not have a clear front runner. “At this point in 2020, when there was no incumbent, it was Joe Biden who was there, Hillary Clinton in both ‘08 and ‘16 and Al Gore in both 2000 and 2004 at this point were at least at 25%.” Picture leaked of Hillary Clinton in Epstein file inquiry Chaos erupted inside Hillary Clinton's Jeffrey Epstein deposition on Thursday after a Republican lawmaker took a photograph of her during the private session, reports the Daily Mail.  Republican Congresswoman Lauren Boebert of Colorado snapped a picture of Hillary at the deposition, then leaked it to conservative influencer Benny Johnson who offered his thoughts. JOHNSON: “Lauren Bobert sent me this photo and told me I could publish it just to show everyone that Hillary Clinton is testifying. It's not a big deal. This is what Hillary Clinton looks like. But her entire team lost their minds over this and started screeching about this. There's nothing wrong with posting this photo. The Clintons themselves are the ones who demanded that there be media inside of the room. They wanted this all be live streamed on TV.  So, what's wrong with this? They're just looking for an excuse to get out of this testimony. That's what's actually going on.” Hillary's lawyers asked that the proceedings be halted after the photograph began circulating on social media. Johnson spoke to Hillary's motive and claimed she had already lied in a press statement she released ahead of her testimony. JOHNSON: “She's already lied, by the way. She said that she didn't know Jeffrey Epstein, but that's not true. Not only did her husband, of course, have Jeffrey Epstein at the White House a million times, fly on his plane a million times, but Jeffrey Epstein's own emails show that he knew her multiple times. “In Jeffrey Epstein's emails, he talks about what Hillary Clinton looks like up close. He talks about meetings with Hillary Clinton. All these people are emailing Jeffrey Epstein saying, ‘Hey, man, we know that you know Hillary Clinton. Can you get me a meeting with her?' So, this seems like an obvious lie. And this is what they're trying to distract from because I posted a photo?” The former secretary of state was deposed at the Chappaqua Performing Arts Center near the Clintons' home in Westchester County, New York, while Bill Clinton will testify today.  Indiana: Christian adoptive families & agencies can affirm Biblical ethic On Wednesday, Indiana Republican Governor Mike Braun signed HB 1389, a bill that ensures families and Christian adoption and foster care groups that want to provide loving homes for kids are not pushed out because of their religious or moral beliefs, reports Alliance Defending Freedom. Greg Chafuen, Senior Counsel for the Christian legal rights group, said, “Every child deserves a loving home that can provide them stability and opportunities to grow. The sad reality is that the government in some states has discriminated against people of faith, allowing vulnerable children to suffer. Thankfully, Indiana has taken critical steps to prioritize the well-being of kids.” The anti-God forces reject the truth of Genesis 2:24 which says, “A man leaves his father and mother and is united to his wife, and they become one flesh.” How the late Jesse Jackson flip-flopped on abortion And finally, Rev. Jesse Jackson, who met his Creator on February 17th at the age of 84, was a civil rights activist and two-time presidential candidate in 1984 and 1988. Before he sold out to the abortion lobby in his aspiration to be Commander-in-Chief, LifeNews columnist Raimundo Rojas explained that Jackson “spoke with rare moral clarity about the child in the womb.” In a March 22,1973 interview, just two months after Roe v. Wade, Jackson told Jet magazine, “Abortion is genocide. Anything growing is living. … If you got the thrill to set the baby in motion, and you don't have the will to protect it, you're dishonest.” That same year Jackson said, "Abortion is too nice a word for something cold, like murder," according to the New York Times. In a column he wrote for National Right to Life News in January 1977, Jackson compared abortion to the old defenses of slavery. He warned that “the name has changed, but the game remains the same” when society strips the baby of protection. He spoke of new life with reverence, insisting, “It takes three to make a baby: a man, a woman, and the Holy Spirit.” Then ambition met party power. As Jesse Jackson moved toward a presidential run inside a Democratic Party that increasingly demanded loyalty to abortion, his public stance began to soften. By 1984, he described himself as “for freedom of choice, not pro-abortion,” and said that while he held a pro-life view, he did not want to “force” it on others through law. By 1988, he argued that “it is not right to impose private, religious and moral positions on public policy,”  according to the Washington Post. Raimundo Rojas of LifeNews concluded, “The man who once called abortion genocide now treated his convictions as a private matter. Nothing in science or reason justified that turn. What changed was the political cost of speaking on behalf of the child. “His life holds a lesson for every believer and every political leader. You cannot keep your deepest convictions in one box and your public positions in another. Do not trade moral clarity for political convenience. Do not let party loyalty silence your conscience.” Isaiah 5:20 says, “Woe to those who call evil good and good evil.” Close And that's The Worldview on this Friday, February 27th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Edith Targonski arrived to the United States from Peru when she was 19 years old. Her sister had arrived a few years before and she was so happy about being reunited with her, but unhappy to speak English. She had visited the U.S. numerous times prior to her move but didn't know much English and lacked confidence in her speaking skills. She soon met a fellow immigrant from Poland, who arrived at 17 years old with his parents. They fell in love and got married. Edith and her husband created a beautiful family blending and honoring their individual cultures from South America and Poland, while building their own family traditions. They learned English and raised their children in an English speaking household but also exposed their children to Spanish and Polish for them to have the opportunity to communicate with their grandparents and broaden their horizons. Since arriving twenty seven years ago, Edith has been very motivated to learn, grow her career and serve the community. She earned a special education degree from Sacred Heart Univ, and was an effective classroom teacher for many years. Currently, she serves as a passionate advocate for families who have children with special needs. She is a business development consultant. She has been a dedicated volunteer to many organizations, giving credit to her father for her need to give back and learning this from watching him. She has graduated about 9 senior citizens who have achieved citizenship under her tutelage at the Stamford Senior Center. She currently serves in the role of Editor-in-Chief of Latincolors magazine, which is a bilingual magazine that is widely circulated throughout Fairfield County, CT. and Westchester County, NY. The mission of Latincolors is to bridge both geographical and cultural communities and celebrate the accomplishments and endeavors of the people, agencies, groups and organizations making a positive impact in the community. It is available in both English and Spanish and is a free publication and available online. Like many other guests on the podcast, she was enrolled in the PLTI (Parent Leadership Training Institute). She has been a facilitator for People Empowering People-PEP and currently serves on the Design Team. In addition, she serves on numerous other boards in the community, all of them serving the immigrant and Latin communities in different ways, while raising her 3 children to be passionate, giving and kind people.

This followed a jury in Westchester County awarding a woman $2 million in damages for her double mastectomy. Constitutional expert, lawyer, author, pastor, and founder of Liberty Counsel Mat Staver discusses the important topics of the day with co-hosts and guests that impact life, liberty, and family. To stay informed and get involved, visit LC.org.

Mimi Rocah is an attorney who served as District Attorney of Westchester County, NY from 2021-2024.Prior to becoming DA, she served as an Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York for nearly 17 years where she prosecuted and oversaw cases involving violent crime, organized crime, human trafficking, sex trafficking, child exploitation, frauds and public corruption. She's a frequent commentator on MSNOW, CNN, The Contrarian, Cafe, and numerous podcasts and radio shows on topics relating to law, justice and women's issues and has written and published dozens of opinion pieces on those topics. She's an expert in the rule of law, democracy and the corruption and abuse of the justice system and is currently an adjunct professor at Fordham University School of Law. And, Mimi is writing a book, “Justice Under Siege,” about the Trump Administration's political takeover of the DOJ and the heroes who have stood up, due out in September 2026. Mimi shares her thoughts on this week's Pam Bondi testimony at the House Judiciary Committee hearing as well as the overall weaponization of, and corruption at, the Justice Department. Got somethin' to say?! Email us at BackroomAndy@gmail.com Leave us a message: 845-307-7446 Twitter: @AndyOstroy Produced by Andy Ostroy, Matty Rosenberg, and Jennifer Hammoud @ Radio Free Rhiniecliff Design by Cricket Lengyel

This weekend's 1 in 31 guests are Steve Tseckares and Dillon Faulkner. Steve Tseckares is the Executive Director of Backyard Sports Cares , Dillon Faulkner is the President and Chief Operating Officer. Backyard Sports Cares is a nonprofit division of Backyard Sports, the leading provider of community team sports programs for kids of all ages in Westchester County. Recently, they rolled out their BYSC Plus Program which is open to the public and serves children and young adults of all ability levels including individuals with special needs. This program works to build skills, confidence, and self esteem is staffed 1:1 by teacher/coaches and high school peer mentors. Tune in to learn more or visit: https://byardsportscares.org/  

Dave is back in the booth answering questions that were asked during a recent keynote address. He touches on his days spent in the clubs, how he's dealing with current struggles, building trust in government and getting everything done! For your signed copy of 30 Lessons to Lead check out www.davereggina.comGet your ticket for Westchester County's first and largest wellness expo, Health is Wealth!https://www.eventeny.com/events/healthiswealth-25647/

A disturbing discovery at an unlicensed funeral home in Westchester County, New York is leaving families searching for answers, after investigators find decomposing bodies and cremated remains inside a Mount Vernon business that should not have been operating. A Covington County, Alabama woman will spend the next twenty years in state prison after pleading guilty to aggravated child abuse in a case prosecutors described as horrific. Drew Nelson reports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Learning Curve, we celebrate Black History Month as co-hosts U-Ark Prof. Albert Cheng and Alisha Searcy of the Center for Strong Public Schools speak with A'Lelia Bundles, an accomplished journalist, television producer, and biographer of Madam C. J. Walker, about the life, legacy, and enduring significance of her remarkable great-great-grandmother. Ms. Bundles traces Walker's journey from her birth as Sarah Breedlove in post–Civil War Louisiana through an orphaned childhood marked by poverty, labor, and faith, and into her formative years in St. Louis, where church, music, and education shaped her ambitions. She explores how Breedlove's experiences with marriage, motherhood, and economic hardship informed her entrepreneurial drive, leading to the creation of innovative hair-care products and the launch of the Madam C. J. Walker brand. Bundles discusses Walker's development of a national training network that empowered Black women economically, her rise as America's first self-made female millionaire, and her philanthropic leadership. She also highlights Madam Walker's Westchester County, NY,  mansion estate "Villa Lewaro" as a Harlem Renaissance hub, and explores the cultural impact of Self Made. In closing, Ms. Bundles reads a passage from On Her Own Ground: The Life and Times of Madam C. J. Walker.

Sean Degnan is a serial entrepreneur and Fitness enthusiast who has turned his pain into purpose. Battling with depression & anxiety can be crippling to some but Sean has found a way to battle through and use his life experience to inspire and motivate young men throughout Westchester County and beyond. Join us as we dive into what we feel is so vital for Men in today's current climate. 

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss a landmark court case in Westchester County, New York where a jury awarded $2 million to a woman who sued her doctor and psychologist for malpractice concerning their roles in a double mastectomy performed on her when she was 16 years old. Also, a Democrat won a special election in Texas for a state senate seat by 14 points in a district that President Trump carried in 2024 by 17 points. Then, RCP contributor Richard Porter joins the guys to discuss Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's “ICE on Notice” executive order, which lays the foundation for the city to prosecute federal immigration agents. And then, they talk about the decision by the Clintons to appear before the House Oversight Committee to discuss their knowledge of and relationship with Jeffery Epstein. Plus, Tom Bevan provides his review of “Melania,” the new documentary film profiling the First Lady. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Guests: Kevin Carter, Executive Director of Teatown & Tom Harris, President of Times Square Alliance In this episode of Radio Night Live, Kevin McCullough and Cristyne Nicholas chat with Tom Harris from the Times Square Alliance about the iconic destination's enduring appeal.  They discuss how Times Square has become a place where people come to see and be seen, and how it's a reflection of the city's connection to the world. The conversation also touches on the importance of community and shared experiences, like the annual vow renewal ceremony in Times Square. Kevin and Cristyne also share their own personal stories about Times Square & experiencing the city's unique energy. Kevin Carter brings a broad range of experience, based on a sixteen-year career in leading science and children's museums. These have included the California Science Center, the Children's Museum of Indianapolis, and, most recently, Stepping Stones Museum for Children in Norwalk, CT, where he served as Chief Operating Officer. In each, Kevin developed innovative ways to deliver complex technical subjects in engaging ways, delighting visitors and taking the discovery experience beyond the walls of the museum. Kevin's initial entry to the museum world came from his work in IMAX film production and exhibition. He is a graduate of the University of Southern California's School of Cinema/Television and is keenly aware of the importance of technology and collaborative efforts in making the Teatown experience among the very best. ABOUT TEATOWN:  Originally founded in 1963 and previously funded by the Brooklyn Botanic Garden as an outreach station in Ossining, New York, Teatown Lake Reservation is a nonprofit nature preserve, and environmental education center located in the Lower Hudson Valley. Today, with 15 miles of hiking trails and more than 1,000 acres of protected land, a two-acre island refuge for more than 230 species of native wildflowers, wildlife exhibits, science and stewardship projects, nature classes and camps, and more, Teatown is the largest nonprofit community-supported nature preserve in Westchester County, with a mission to inspire the community to lifelong environmental stewardship. Teatown's name originally dates back to 1776, when tea was scarce due to British taxation and a group of women named Daughters of Eve demanded that a local merchant John Arthur sell tea at a fair price. Hence, the area became known as “Teatown.”

On this episode of LMC Cast, we are joined by Ryan, Noah, and Dylan, students in the OCRA program at Mamaroneck High School. They share their final project, Market Westchester, a free and wide ranging marketing toolkit created to support small businesses across Westchester County.Market Westchester was built around a simple idea: that with the right tools, guidance, and community support, every local business has the potential to not just survive, but thrive. The platform offers practical resources to help small businesses navigate challenges like digital transformation, branding, and changing economic conditions.The students discuss the inspiration behind the project, what they learned through OCRA, and how local business owners can start using Market Westchester today.Learn more: marketwestchester.comLike us on Facebook & Instagram: @lmcmediacenterVisit LMC media website: http://lmcmedia.org/

Vanakkam! Today, travel medicine specialists Drs. Paul Pottinger & Chris Sanford answer your travel health questions, including:Why should I visit Japan? https://www.japan.travel/en/us/Is COVID-19 immunization safe during pregnancy?Is there really malaria now in Westchester County?What should people do to stay safe if caught in a flood?New drugs for gonorrhea: Too good to be true?Is AI ready for prime-time in travel health?What antibiotics are best for sinusitis, and how long should I take them?Just how bad is the air in New Delhi, and what can I do about it?We hope you enjoy this podcast! If so, please follow us on the socials @germ.and.worm, subscribe to our RSS feed and share with your friends! We would so appreciate your rating and review to help us grow our audience. And, please visit our website: germandworm.com where you can find all our content and send us your questions and travel health anecdotes. Or, just send us an email: germandworm@gmail.com.Our Disclaimer: The Germ and Worm Podcast is designed to inform, inspire, and entertain. However, this podcast does NOT establish a doctor-patient relationship, and it should NOT replace your conversation with a qualified healthcare professional. Please see one before your next adventure. The opinions in this podcast are Dr. Sanford's & Dr. Pottinger's alone, and do not necessarily represent the opinions of the University of Washington or UW Medicine.

This week, Ivy Slater, host of Her Success Story, chats with her guest, Jenna Williams. The two talk about the power of community, the journey from STEM professional to nonprofit founder, and how innovative experiential learning is transforming the homeschooling experience in Westchester, New York. In this episode, we discuss: How Jenna Williams went from a chemical engineer at the EPA to educator, yoga teacher, and founder of Wonder Village, following a nudge from her late mother to use her talents to help people more directly. What Jenna has learned about building community: showing up, networking, saying yes to other local moms' ideas, and staying flexible so programs can evolve with what families actually want and need. When she noticed that local homeschool families were scattered in small, separate pockets across Westchester, with few opportunities to come together across geography and beliefs, why that convinced her to create Wonder Village. Why she believes parents deserve to see their children's "lightbulb moments" firsthand, and how Wonder Village is designed to bring families together to learn, play, and grow side by side. How the family scouting program grew into one of Wonder Village's most beloved offerings, with mixed-age, mixed-gender groups choosing their own topics—like anatomy—and turning them into creative, project-based activities and peer-led lessons. Jenna Williams is a chemical engineer turned educator, yoga teacher, and founder of Wonder Village Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing enrichment education, experiential learning, and community support for families in Westchester County. Blending her STEM foundation with a passion for teaching and mindfulness, Jenna creates programs that inspire children to learn through hands-on exploration—whether through science, nature-based experiences, cultural programming, or creative enrichment. With years of experience as a yoga teacher, she brings a grounded, heart-centered approach to leadership and learning. Dedicated to inclusive, community-driven education, Jenna's mission is to build spaces where every family feels seen, supported, and deeply connected. Website: https://wondervillage.org/  

Welcome to this episode of HALO Talks, where host Pete Moore sits down with Bryce Berry, a New York native whose career led him from Westchester County to the mountains of Salt Lake City, and eventually to building a powerhouse presence in the Gold's Gym franchise network. Bryce shares his entrepreneurial path, starting with the unexpected lessons learned from running Dairy Queen stores, before moving into the health club industry and launching some of the largest and most successful Gold's Gym locations in Colorado, Wyoming, and Washington. From the intricacies of site selection and gym operations to adapting to changing market dynamics and member expectations, Bryce reveals how he's created "rainmaker" clubs by offering standout amenities like expansive weightlifting and cardio areas, basketball courts, racquetball, pickleball, and innovative tanning and recovery services. He digs into the evolving branding landscape of fitness franchises, the role of pricing strategy, and why the Gold's Gym name still carries significant weight in local communities. Listen now to hear Bryce's insights on building thriving gyms, the impact of market trends on business decisions, and how his commitment to quality and member experience is shaping the future of fitness for the next generation of club-goers. Key themes discussed Gold's Gym franchise growth and operations. Site selection strategies for gym locations. Importance of brand recognition in fitness industry. Pricing models and market positioning for gyms. Community amenities: Basketball, pickleball, saunas, recovery. Private equity partnerships and business structure. Adapting gym facilities to trends in strength and cardio equipment. A Few Key Takeaways:  1.Strategic Growth and Site Selection: Bryce talks about his career path from Westchester County to building a network of Gold's Gyms, detailing how he strategically drew a 300-mile radius around his home and used his knowledge from previous business ventures (like a book bindery) to select prime gym locations. His hands-on, boots-on-the-ground approach to site selection set the foundation for successful club launches. 2. Gold's Gym Brand Equity: Bryce highlights the enduring power of the Gold's Gym brand. Despite new competitors and rebranded gyms popping up (such as VASA, EoS, and Fitness Connection), he argues that Gold's still has strong recognition and credibility with consumers. People know Gold's Gym, which translates into excitement, loyalty, and ongoing business success. 3. Mid-Range Pricing Wins: Berry defends the decision to position his clubs in the mid-price range, emphasizing that this "middle" is where the majority of the market is. Instead of chasing ultra-low-cost volume or high-end exclusivity, his strategy is to deliver great value for a reasonable price, which has continually proven successful in the communities he serves. 4. Amenity-Rich, Community-Focused Clubs: The Gold's Gym facilities in Colorado, Wyoming, and Washington are designed as urban or suburban "country clubs" with oversized footprints (some over 50,000 sq ft). Bryce invests heavily in amenities like basketball courts, racquetball, pickleball nights, dry saunas, and top-of-the-line equipment to create a vibrant community feel and cater to a broad clientele. 5. Innovation and Adaptation for Younger Members: Bryce discusses a current trend he's seeing with younger members (especially ages 18–40) favoring strength and cardio equipment, recovery spaces, and high-quality gear such as the Matrix treadmill. He's focused on adapting his clubs to these preferences, particularly with recovery rooms, oversized saunas, and best-in-class equipment—which has helped him attract and retain this growing demographic. Resources:  Gold's Gym: https://www.goldsgym.com  Integrity Square: https://www.integritysq.com Prospect Wizard: https://www.theprospectwizard.com Promotion Vault: https://www.promotionvault.com HigherDose: https://www.higherdose.com

New York City artists say they are pulling back from work centered on race, immigration, and gender identity after federal arts funding was rolled back. Meanwhile, the Port Authority is bracing for a busy holiday travel period with millions expected to pass through regional airports and crossings. Also, in Westchester County, prosecutors say officers seen beating and tasing a Peekskill man will not face criminal charges. Plus, a City Council investigation finds public bathrooms across the five boroughs are often dirty, closed, or missing basic amenities. Finally, as the MTA prepares to stop selling MetroCards, some elderly New Yorkers say the transition to OMNY is leaving them behind.

2025125 - Joining us on today's RNL Fun Friday: NOAH GOLDMAN, Founder, President and CEO of International Sumo League, speaking about the First-Ever World Championship Sumo Event happening on 1/30/26 in Westchester County, NY. They're partnering with Abema and QSO to bring the power, ritual, and spectacle of sumo to a global stage & back to the tri-state area where their journey began! JOHN CALVELLI, Executive Vice President of Public Affairs for the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS)/ Bronx Zoo to discuss HOLIDAY LIGHTS. New York's family-favorite holiday tradition returns with millions of lights and more than 400 lanterns representing almost 100 animal and plant species spread across six lantern trails!

Christine Sculti, running for Westchester County Executive, joins the show to talk about her campaign. She highlights her previous experience as a chief advisor under former executive Rob Astorino, emphasizing their success in keeping spending flat and cutting taxes. Sculti criticizes her opponent, Ken Jenkins, for supporting sanctuary city policies, increasing taxes and spending, and not denouncing radical figures. She outlines her plan to repeal the sanctuary county law, fight congestion pricing, and restore fiscal responsibility to Westchester. Sculti calls on listeners to vote, aiming to unite Republicans, independents, and common-sense Democrats for a significant upset. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode we return to the topic that first earned Alfacast its infamy at the onset of the 2020 bio-psyop.  While many seasoned conspiracy theories can now be legitimately recategorized as factual, one such challenge to conventional medical theory has found it  particularly difficult in penetrating the firewalls of indoctrination. Germ theory, as it was first floated by Royal Society agent, Louiis Pasteur, has been successfully challenged by a multitude of health professionals and researchers alike, and finalized with a candid admission from "the father of modern medicine" himself in his end of life memoirs.  Fact is, "germs" are more friend than foe, and their circumstantial presence at the scene of symptomatology has been purposely miscontrued.  Here to help us set the record straight is MARIZELLE ARCE, N.D., a naturopathic terrain doctor, certified kinesiologist, and nutrition expert. She has a bachelor's degree from Stony Brook University and a doctorate from the University of Bridgeport, College of Naturopathic Medicine. She runs a private health practice in Westchester County, NY. Imagine a paradigm shift in health care that challenges conventional wisdom and unlocks the secrets to true wellness. In "Germs Are Not Our Enemy", Marizelle, whose approach to wellness is deeply rooted in nutrition, detoxification, and the rich traditions of ancient indigenous cultures, unveils a groundbreaking discovery: The microbes inside us and on the surface of our bodies are indicators of imbalances in our internal terrain—helpers and allies, rather than threats. This revolutionary book bridges ancient wisdom and modern science, offering a transformative understanding of health through the principles of terrain ideology and pleomorphism. Dr. Arce challenges the germ-focused mindset that permeates the contemporary world, instead emphasizing the importance of nurturing your body so it functions optimally. By focusing on balance—instead of on battling external pathogens—you can build your resilience. Her book introduces a comprehensive approach to health that has been overlooked in mainstream discussions. Drawing on her expertise in safe and effective holistic practices, Dr. Arce empowers readers with practical tools to optimize their terrain. Dr. Barre Lando will contribute his 40+ years as a Bioterrain specialist to the discussion with a wisdom born from his training within the authentic European Bioterrain circles, and managing 1000's of clinical cases that provided the truth of what constitutes health & "disease". Show links: https://www.terraindoctor.com/ Learn The True Nature Of Dis-Ease & How Our Bodies Actually Work: https://alfavedic.com/themyth/ Join Our Private Community And Join In The Discussion: https://alfavedic.com/join-us/ Looking for a career in the healing arts?  Get accredited in Acute Integrative Homeopathy™ https://alfavedic.com/practicioner Start healing yourself and loved ones with ozone! https://alfavedic.com/ozone Protect yourself & your teens from media manipulation & groupthink w/ Dani Katz's Pop Propaganda Course! http://alfavedic.com/poppropaganda Get our favorite blue blocker glasses! Use code 'alfavedic' for 10% off! https://alfavedic.com/raoptics Join Qortal for free, the truly decentralized internet. https://qortal.dev/downloads Learn how to express your law and uphold your rights as one of mankind. https://alfavedic.com/lawformankind Alfa Vedic is an off-grid agriculture & health co-op focused on developing products, media & educational platforms for the betterment of our world. By using advanced scientific methods, cutting-edge technologies and tools derived from the knowledge of the world's greatest minds, the AV community aims to be a model for the future we all want to see. Our comprehensive line of health products and nutrition is available on our website. Most products are hand mixed and formulated right on our off grid farm including our Immortality Teas which we grow on site. Find them all at https://alfavedic.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Follow Alfa Vedic: https://linktr.ee/alfavedic Follow Mike Winner: https://linktr.ee/djmikewinner