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In this episode of the Fuel Your Drive Podcast, Josh York sits down with Jordan Karcher, founder and CEO of Shop with Eileen, to uncover what it truly takes to build a successful business from the ground up. Jordan shares how he started his first company with limited money, no entrepreneurial background, and no proven playbook. After bootstrapping Grounds & Hounds Coffee Co., growing it for 10 years, and eventually selling the company, he used those hard-earned lessons to build Shop with Eileen—a technology platform helping emerging consumer brands compete and scale in physical retail. Josh and Jordan discuss how to start a business without perfect resources, why entrepreneurs should focus on solving real problems, how financial constraints can create better decisions, and what it takes to handle the constant pressure of entrepreneurship. They also explore founder-led culture, building a team that can scale, staying disciplined during difficult seasons, and why execution will always matter more than having a great idea. If you're an entrepreneur, business owner, startup founder, or aspiring CEO looking for practical business advice and an honest conversation about building a company, this episode is for you. In this episode: * How to start a business with limited money and resources * Why execution matters more than the original idea * Bootstrapping and growing a consumer brand * Handling pressure as an entrepreneur and CEO * Building company culture while scaling * Using constraints as a strategic advantage * Creating systems that allow a business to grow * Knowing when to take the first step * The mindset required for long-term business success Jordan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordanzkarcher Jordan's Business: www.shopwitheileen.com Subscribe to the Fuel Your Drive Podcast for more conversations about entrepreneurship, leadership, business growth, discipline, and building a life driven by purpose. SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJkhidOsUdPNS9gODy9qU 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. **************

Episode Description In this episode of Hardcore Christianity, host Brother Mike from the Arizona Deliverance Center connects end-times prophecy with modern societal trends, warning listeners about a growing culture of "pre-delusion" foretold in Second Thessalonians. He discusses a landmark New York malpractice case where a 22-year-old detransitioner was awarded $2 million after receiving a double mastectomy as a minor. Brother Mike uses this verdict to critique gender-affirming care protocols, highlight international policy shifts, and encourage listeners toward faith and spiritual healing. Key Takeaways "Pre-Delusion" Era: Brother Mike frame current cultural shifts, rapid technological advancement, and misinformation as precursors to the deception described in biblical prophecy. Landmark Legal Precedent: The episode examines a Westchester County malpractice verdict awarding $2 million to a detransitioner over inadequate care standards and lack of informed consent. Medical & Psychological Critique: The host outlines concerns regarding informed consent, communication gaps, and potential long-term psychological impacts in youth gender care. Call to Spiritual & Personal Healing: The broadcast concludes with an emphasis on spiritual counsel, rededication, and seeking guidance through faith. Featured Bible Passages & Legal References 2 Thessalonians 2:9–12 – The prophecy regarding end-times deception and strong delusion. James 4:8 – "Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you." Varian v. Einhorn et al. (Westchester County, NY): First jury verdict in a malpractice case involving a detransitioner and medical care standards for minors. Support the show: https://hardcorechristianity.com/donations/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if the path you thought you were supposed to take was only the beginning? Stephanie Clapp shares how she went from a 20-year career in education to embracing her intuitive gifts as a psychic medium and mentor, and how that leap helped her—and the women she works with—trust themselves more deeply. This episode explores spiritual awakening, career reinvention, and the power of messy action, with practical tools for overcoming self-doubt and stepping into a more authentic life! To learn more about Stephanie: https://www.instagram.com/thestephanieclapp/ Key topics: Stephanie's journey from educator in Westchester County to psychic medium and intuitive mentor How the pandemic accelerated her willingness to share her gifts publicly Understanding the differences between psychic and mediumship, and the importance of certification in the UK versus the US The role of Clairsentience—including hearing and gut feelings—in intuitive readings Practical tools like EFT tapping, meditation, and somatic practices to build confidence and trust in intuition Overcoming societal skepticism and stereotypes about being spiritual or intuitive Lessons on messy action and failing forward in career transitions Upcoming book that combines memoir and self-help to activate and heal your intuition Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and Stephanie Clapp's career background 00:33 - Stephanie's early career in education and the career pivot 01:42 - The influence of family and innate gifts on her journey 03:16 - Skepticism and societal perceptions of psychic work 04:07 - Growing up in a spiritual environment and her family's influence 05:02 - The impact of the pandemic in embracing her intuitive mentoring 06:07 - Personal story of losing a neighbor to COVID and using mediumship gifts 07:03 - How clair senses work and Stephanie's intuitive methods 08:04 - Remote versus in-person readings and client experience 09:10 - Difference between psychic and mediumship work, including UK practices 10:08 - Communicating with passed loved ones and spiritual guides 11:08 - Feeling energy remotely and the integrity of intuitive practice 12:03 - How Stephanie helps women lead themselves and trust their intuition 13:15 - Overcoming societal programming and deprogramming fears 14:02 - Using somatic practices, EFT tapping, and mindset work for self-trust 15:02 - The importance of messy action and embracing failure 16:25 - Debunking stereotypes around spiritual practitioners 17:20 - How to connect with Stephanie and her social media presence 18:11 - Announcing her upcoming book on healing, intuition, and purpose 20:01 - Closing thoughts on living authentically and embracing your true self Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What if the path you thought you were supposed to take was only the beginning? Stephanie Clapp shares how she went from a 20-year career in education to embracing her intuitive gifts as a psychic medium and mentor, and how that leap helped her—and the women she works with—trust themselves more deeply. This episode explores spiritual awakening, career reinvention, and the power of messy action, with practical tools for overcoming self-doubt and stepping into a more authentic life! To learn more about Stephanie: https://www.instagram.com/thestephanieclapp/ Key topics: Stephanie's journey from educator in Westchester County to psychic medium and intuitive mentor How the pandemic accelerated her willingness to share her gifts publicly Understanding the differences between psychic and mediumship, and the importance of certification in the UK versus the US The role of Clairsentience—including hearing and gut feelings—in intuitive readings Practical tools like EFT tapping, meditation, and somatic practices to build confidence and trust in intuition Overcoming societal skepticism and stereotypes about being spiritual or intuitive Lessons on messy action and failing forward in career transitions Upcoming book that combines memoir and self-help to activate and heal your intuition Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and Stephanie Clapp's career background 00:33 - Stephanie's early career in education and the career pivot 01:42 - The influence of family and innate gifts on her journey 03:16 - Skepticism and societal perceptions of psychic work 04:07 - Growing up in a spiritual environment and her family's influence 05:02 - The impact of the pandemic in embracing her intuitive mentoring 06:07 - Personal story of losing a neighbor to COVID and using mediumship gifts 07:03 - How clair senses work and Stephanie's intuitive methods 08:04 - Remote versus in-person readings and client experience 09:10 - Difference between psychic and mediumship work, including UK practices 10:08 - Communicating with passed loved ones and spiritual guides 11:08 - Feeling energy remotely and the integrity of intuitive practice 12:03 - How Stephanie helps women lead themselves and trust their intuition 13:15 - Overcoming societal programming and deprogramming fears 14:02 - Using somatic practices, EFT tapping, and mindset work for self-trust 15:02 - The importance of messy action and embracing failure 16:25 - Debunking stereotypes around spiritual practitioners 17:20 - How to connect with Stephanie and her social media presence 18:11 - Announcing her upcoming book on healing, intuition, and purpose 20:01 - Closing thoughts on living authentically and embracing your true self Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode Description In this episode of Hardcore Christianity, host Brother Mike from the Arizona Deliverance Center connects end-times prophecy with modern societal trends, warning listeners about a growing culture of "pre-delusion" foretold in Second Thessalonians. He discusses a landmark New York malpractice case where a 22-year-old detransitioner was awarded $2 million after receiving a double mastectomy as a minor. Brother Mike uses this verdict to critique gender-affirming care protocols, highlight international policy shifts, and encourage listeners toward faith and spiritual healing. Key Takeaways "Pre-Delusion" Era: Brother Mike frame current cultural shifts, rapid technological advancement, and misinformation as precursors to the deception described in biblical prophecy. Landmark Legal Precedent: The episode examines a Westchester County malpractice verdict awarding $2 million to a detransitioner over inadequate care standards and lack of informed consent. Medical & Psychological Critique: The host outlines concerns regarding informed consent, communication gaps, and potential long-term psychological impacts in youth gender care. Call to Spiritual & Personal Healing: The broadcast concludes with an emphasis on spiritual counsel, rededication, and seeking guidance through faith. Featured Bible Passages & Legal References 2 Thessalonians 2:9–12 – The prophecy regarding end-times deception and strong delusion. James 4:8 – "Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you." Varian v. Einhorn et al. (Westchester County, NY): First jury verdict in a malpractice case involving a detransitioner and medical care standards for minors. Support the show: https://hardcorechristianity.com/donations/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the annual summer tradition, the free Robison Summer Concert Series at Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla. Set against the scenic backdrop of Westchester County's historic stone dam, this popular community tradition offers an eclectic mix of live music and tribute acts. On Thursday July 23rd, 2026, the concert featured a special performance by the Queen tribute band Xtreme Queen. Guests brought coolers, bring lawn chairs or blankets, and their love of great music! All under the stars. Westchester Talk Radio host Andrew Castellano spoke with S. Thomas, AKA "Freddie Mercury," lead singer of the Queen tribute band Xtreme Queen. During their chat, they discussed the band's excitement for performing at the Kensico Dam Plaza for the first time and highlighted what sets their show apart, including a special recreated performance of Queen's legendary 1985 Live Aid concert. They also touched on their setlist of iconic hits, their interactive crowd energy, and upcoming tour stops, including performances in Atlantic City and at the Mount Airy Casino. 

It's the annual summer tradition, the free Robison Summer Concert Series at Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla. Set against the scenic backdrop of Westchester County's historic stone dam, this popular community tradition offers an eclectic mix of live music and tribute acts. On Thursday July 23rd, 2026, the concert featured a special performance by the Queen tribute band Xtreme Queen. Guests brought coolers, bring lawn chairs or blankets, and their love of great music! All under the stars. Host Andrew Castellano sat down with Zach Lerman, Regional Sales Manager for Robison, to discuss the company's sponsorship of the summer concert series. Lerman shared that supporting free community events allows Robison to connect personally with its 10,000+ local customers and give back to Westchester County. He detailed Robison's wide range of services - including heating oil delivery, HVAC, air conditioning, heat pumps, and geothermal solutions - and noted how joining the Star Group family has enhanced their resources while keeping their century-long commitment to local, trusted service intact.

Beacon retailers and landlords cope with cost Saturday (Aug. 1) will be Chris Reisman's first day in business at 323 Main St. in Beacon. His shop, Hudson Valley Vinyl, has been at 267 Main St., two and a half blocks away, since 2017, cultivating a clientele of collectors and casual buyers eager to flip through bins of rock, soul, jazz and other records. Business has been strong, but Reisman said a rent increase forced him to find new accommodations. A handwritten message on a piece of cardboard taped to the door directs customers down the street. In his time as a tenant, Reisman said that 267 Main, a two-story structure which spans six storefronts, has had three owners. The most recent sale, according to Dutchess County records, came in 2024 when Vinit Jobanputra of Westchester County purchased the building for $2.94 million. Reisman had been paying $2,720 monthly on a lease that expired today. He said Jobanputra offered a three-year extension at $3,500 per month — a 29 percent increase — with additional 5 percent increases in Year 2 and Year 3. (When contacted for comment, a property manager said: "The family does not wish to discuss their business with the media.") Reisman said he didn't bother with a counteroffer. Instead, he signed a five-year agreement for 323 Main, where he'll have a similar retail footprint. Reisman describes the rent as "very fair," and said his landlord, a Wappingers Falls resident who has owned the three-story building since 2015, "wants us there for the indefinite future." A listing for 267 Main St. advertises a commercial space with high visibility and foot traffic that's "ideal for retail, boutique, gallery" or a similar business. The asking price, now $3,200 per month, has been reduced, the listing notes. With more than 200 shops and eateries on its milelong Main Street, it's difficult to make generalizations about commercial rents. Instead, The Current decided to highlight a handful of scenarios reflecting the challenges facing small retailers and property owners. Tenants are easy to identify; landlords less so, in part because many commercial properties are owned by limited liability corporations, and the state does not require LLCs to identify their officers. In addition, Dutchess County publishes a study every year with statistics on market-rate, below-market and federally subsidized residential rents in more than a dozen municipalities, including Beacon, but no area agencies track commercial costs. Many factors can prompt a business to move or close, and rent increases are commonly cited. In 2022, the founder of a Long Island-based luxury development firm purchased 340 Main St., which had multiple commercial tenants, for $2.3 million. The owners of Roma Nova, a pizzeria and Mexican restaurant, said they were told their rent would increase from $1,800 to $3,100 per month and they would be required to pay 10 percent of common area and maintenance costs. (Ana and Miguel Tapia sold the restaurant, which is now on Fishkill Avenue.) The owner of the Beacon Barber Shop did not reveal his lease offer, but said in 2023, "It's more than I can afford." He moved the business to Hyde Park, where he said his costs would be $1,900 less per month. Last year, Nikki Hayes, the owner of Stella's Fine Market, a specialty grocery store at 155 Main St., announced on Instagram that she did not want to close "but our rent increase became something I simply couldn't afford any longer." Beacon's popularity has drawn real estate investors to Main Street. "When you have success, you're going to entice investors who want to get in on that," said Mike Oates, president and CEO of the Hudson Valley Economic Development Corp. But he cautioned landlords: "It's one thing to determine rents are below market rate [and can be raised]. But if you have a vacant storefront, it does you no good." The "greed factor," Oates said, has to be checked. "Sometimes landlords feel the market requires them to raise rent to a level that m...

Everyone walks into family court assuming the “fair” answer is to split the kids right down the middle. Fifty-fifty. Equal time, equal say, problem solved. But what if that instinct toward fairness is quietly setting your children up for years of stress — and setting you up to lose the very argument you should be winning?In this conversation, Lisa sits down with veteran matrimonial attorney Gus Dimopoulos, who has spent 25 years handling complex, high-conflict divorce and custody cases in Westchester County and New York City. After his article “The Equality Trap” struck a nerve, we asked him to walk us through what he's really seeing in courtrooms — and why the growing assumption that 50/50 is automatically best can be, in his words, disastrous in practice.Gus explains something most parents never learn until it's too late: in New York, there is no legal presumption of shared custody. The law requires a best-interest analysis, and the question of a shared-custody presumption has come before the state legislature for 25 years without ever reaching a vote. Yet judges juggling hundreds of cases are under enormous pressure to settle custody early, and “just split it” starts to feel like the path of least resistance. Understanding that gap — between what the law actually says and what tends to happen in a crowded courtroom — changes how you prepare.We get into the practical reality nobody talks about: fifty-fifty demands a level of coordination, communication, and mutual respect that high-conflict co-parents simply don't have. When you add modern kids' schedules — sports, tutoring, therapy, club teams — an equal-time arrangement can turn every week into a battlefield. Gus also walks through parallel parenting and “spheres of influence” as a more realistic alternative for parents who can't cooperate: you take this domain, I take that one, and we keep out of each other's way so the kids aren't caught in the crossfire. He shares his most important courtroom lesson, too: judges reward the parent who shows up as a calm, prepared problem-solver with a pragmatic list of facts, not the parent who comes in with drama and accusations. If something doesn't work for your kids, you have to be able to show why — with logistics, work policies, train schedules, and evidence — rather than simply insisting the other parent is awful. We also talk about why putting real specifics into your parenting plan beats vague promises to “be cordial,” and why a child should never have to decide which parent to run to after scoring the game-winning goal.This one is essential listening whether you're negotiating a parenting plan, heading into a custody hearing, or trying to understand why the “fair” outcome keeps making your life harder. As always, this isn't legal advice for your specific case — it's strategic education to help you walk in better prepared.

Westchester Magazine's 2026 Best of Westchester Party brought high energy to the Glen Island Harbour Club last night, delivering a vibrant tribute to the county's standout local talent. Set against a picturesque waterfront backdrop, the celebration treated guests to an evening of award-winning cuisine, live entertainment, chic local boutiques, and creative vendor activations. Westchester Talk Radio was also on hand to capture the excitement and cover the evening's highlights. Overall, it was a lively gathering highlighting the top businesses and creators that make Westchester exceptional, and honoring the dedicated readers whose support makes it all possible.Westchester Talk Radio host Joan Franzino spoke with Lisa Bonanno of SPCA Westchester in Briarcliff Manor, winner of "Best Animal Shelter/Rescue". Bonanno highlighted the shelter's history since 1883, its rescue and adoption efforts for domestic and farm animals, its low-cost veterinary clinic, and its dedicated humane law enforcement team that investigates animal cruelty across Westchester County.

When journalist/professors Leslie-Jean Thornton submitted an academic paper about the effect of Trump administration attacks on the media on journalists and broadcasters, it was rejected. “Just a flash in the pan,” the scholarly reviewer told her. Well, they published that paper belatedly this year, and Thornton has plenty of material for an updated paper on increasing and more serious attacks. Journalists are fearful, more cautious — and more determined to keep on doing their work, the professor says.Leslie-Jean Thornton began in journalism, of a sort, when she was seven and handwriting the High Point News – on lined paper, distributed in violation of federal law in neighbors' mailboxes. She was shut down after the first edition, accused of embarrassing her mother and embroidering the truth by reporting a flirtatious exchange between mom and the milkman. She's been intrigued by truth, the perceptions of truth, and the communication of information ever since. She holds degrees in journalism and mass communication from Mercy College, New York University, and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she earned her doctorate. She had most recently worked at the Virginian-Pilot as the copy desk chief, and before that in editorial capacities in Connecticut and New York, including as executive editor of the Scarsdale Inquirer and The Enterprise, both in Westchester County. She was on faculty at SUNY New Paltz for three years before moving to Arizona State University's Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. There she was foundational in the school's revisioned masters' and inaugural doctoral programs. She  teaches about social media, free expression. She is particularly interested in journalism practice during times of great change and stress, and communication through visual means such as social media memes and political cartoon

On this episode of the HAYVN Hubcast, Nancy Sheed is joined by Kelly Fitzpatrick, founder and president of Blue Park Restaurants, discussing her journey from working in hospitality to building successful restaurant concepts in New York City. Kelly shares how thoughtful career decisions, strong mentorship, and a willingness to take calculated risks helped her launch Blue Park Kitchen and now expand into franchising with Jersey Mike's and Magnolia Bakery. Key Points Kelly's path into hospitality wasn't driven by a lifelong dream of becoming a chef, but by her love of the restaurant industry and customer service. After studying hospitality at Cornell and culinary arts in Napa, she gained valuable operational experience that prepared her for entrepreneurship. Rather than rushing into business ownership, Kelly spent years learning every aspect of restaurant operations. Working with the founders of Melt Shop gave her firsthand experience opening locations, managing teams, and scaling a fast casual concept. Launching Blue Park Kitchen in New York City required careful planning, mentorship, and persistence. Kelly credits experienced industry mentors and local business development resources with helping her successfully navigate the challenges of opening her first restaurant. The COVID-19 pandemic tested every aspect of the business, but strong landlord relationships, government support, and an exceptional leadership team helped Blue Park Kitchen survive while also creating opportunities for strategic expansion into a second Manhattan location. Recognizing the increasing challenges of competing with large, private equity-backed restaurant chains, Kelly made the strategic decision to diversify her business. She successfully secured franchise rights for Jersey Mike's in Westchester County and the Bronx and is now bringing Magnolia Bakery to Fairfield County, all while maintaining a people-first culture across every brand she leads. Kelly's story demonstrates that lasting business success comes from combining preparation with courage. By investing in experience, surrounding herself with strong mentors, and staying focused on building great teams and company culture, she's created a business that continues to grow through both independent concepts and national franchise partnerships.  Her journey offers valuable lessons for entrepreneurs looking to build sustainable hospitality businesses while remaining adaptable in an ever-changing marketplace. Connect with Kelly Website Instagram Connect with Nancy LinkedIn  Instagram Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cold openWelcome to the Treatment Funhouse…First room. Guy in a jumpsuit, “We gotta strap ya in.” He waves at a chair. “Safety,” he says in a bored voice.So you sit. You really want… something… different in your miserable life.[Brief music]Suddenly he snaps manacles on your wrists. Then behind you he grabs a blowtorch…[music]IntroThis is AutisticAF Out Loud, Season 7, episode 1. Today, I find moments of joy… after some brutal ones.Like Leonard Cohen sang in Suzanne, “among the garbage and the flowers.”I'm Johnny Profane. Startled awake. Taking a new direction. And writing a neurodivergent autobiography… out loud.Content note: Mentions abuse, trauma, suicidality... and dark humor.Just one autistic elder's voice. Raw.3 fragments from my free archive, autisticaf.me… I'll tell you more at the break.[music]Welcome to the Treatment FunhouseBeing trapped in the medical model of autism for decades?Imagine an elaborate carnival funhouse… the kind that's a maze. You gotta find your way out. But…This one's got a horror theme.The sign outside… “23 Mirrored Rooms That Will Change Your Life… Forever!”Never saw that before.So you stand in the long wait line. That, naturally, doubles back on itself. Many times.Finally, you belly up to the barker's ticket window. Start to scan the price board.“125 bucks?” You cry out.“You wanna change yer life, kid? Whatchya think it would cost?”So you sigh. You think…You need… different. You fork over.First room. Guy in a jumpsuit, “We gotta strap ya in.” He waves at the chair. “Safety,” he says in a bored voice.So you sit. You really want… well, something… different in your miserable life.Suddenly, he snaps manacles on your wrists. Then behind you, he grabs a blowtorch.You see this scene reflected in all the mirrors. In detail. Enhanced by all your grisly memories.You protest. “What the actual fuck.”“Trust me. This is the latest research. Sure as hell gonna change your life.” That smile. Thin. Cold. Professional. “We got paying customers outside. Lined up. Waiting to get inside. You in… or out.”You reflect on your miserable life. You nod.Then he slowly, methodically works you over. A light burn here. Another there. Starting at your feet. Working upwards.You scream. You cry. You plead. You evade. You bargain. Not a word out of Jumpsuit Guy.And… the only way you can block out the terror reflected in those mirrors?Close your eyes…He finishes. He unshackles you. Helps you up as you tremble. Guides you efficiently to the door.“Next room. Room of Knives. Yer gonna love it,” he laughs.“Just 22 to go.” Leans in… conspiratorially. Whispers in my ear…“Wait til the Meds room. Everybody talks about the Meds Room.”Beat.“If you make it there.”musicInterludeOkay, then. A fun little… metaphor. Now… some dark reality. Family… and professionals… tossed off what I was going through in my late teens as “immaturity.” Something I'd age out of. Totally ignoring all the red danger flags of the coming disaster.Quick side note. Some folks wrote you couldn't read articles. Multiple platform problems… demands you subscribe… pestering friends, even if they used a“free” link.I heard ya . So, I built my free personal archive at autisticaf.me. No paywall. No ads to piss ya off. All free & shareable… on me.You'll find more pieces like this next one… there. — The Autistic Treatment Funhouse, Room of ExamsThey Called It Immaturity. They Missed Everything.Content note: This is the tough one I mentioned. With the brutal flowers.Look, first of all… This is not the beginning of a poor-me story.This is a story of how I found moments of joy… and darkness… in my autistic life. Like Leonard Cohen sang in Suzanne, “among the garbage and the flowers.”But I found dark humor... every where.1972 was a hell of a summer… Room 1I first sought a diagnosis at 19. Following suicide attempt #1.I was driving after dark. Which I wasn't supposed to do… new family rule.See, I'd damaged our car the week before, making a hasty turn into our driveway near Jumping Deer Road in Katonah. Hit the damn stone wall on the way in.This was Westchester County, NY. Local code only allowed a nano break between the 18th-Century stones guarding our yard. Colonial heritage or something… masking slave labor.I'm in the doghouse. With parents already skeptical about letting me go to college. Not “mature” enough.Yet, when the hood and fender are finally fixed? They drop me off on a muggy, hazy June night. Out in the boonies at the old Amawak Service Center on Route 202.“Pick it up and bring it home. No side stops.” Then they instruct me, “Be… careful.” Rolling their collective 4 eyes.I pull out, then wait. The light's gotta change at the 4-lane intersection with Route 35 before I can head home.The light turns green. I go into a weird space in my head. There's… there's some reason I shouldn't turn left… yet… But I watch myself shrug, flick my signal switch, and turn. Right into two lanes of accelerating traffic coming right at me.Don't remember much more. Just the red, don't-turn-yet-idiot arrow. Staring at me brightly… through the windshield that used to be there.I survived. That classic, white 1965 Mustang… didn't. Barely street legal, 271-horse V8 under the hood. Maybe the most collectible American car of all time.A hand-me-down gift to our family from my father's father. Who bragged, “I had to jew the dealer down from 5 grand,” back when he bought it new in '65. A lot of money then.Um, things got tense at home.“You are responsible for your own actions. You are the cause here.”Parental meeting time.“Uh, I don't know what happened.” I couldn't stand these “meetings.” So many in my childhood. This was maybe the worst of all.“I don't know. It… it... just happened.”Making my parents even more furious. These were avid Ayn Rand readers. And my grandfather? He slept beside an orderly nightstand. Mein Kampf tucked tightly in its tidy drawer. My dead father's voice echoes coldly in my mind still. “You are responsible for your own actions. You are the cause here.” But, I stumble on. Making things worse… in my way.“Something's wrong. I don't know what. I'm having horrible visions. Hitting people with the car as I drive by. Hitting their bodies… bones…” I trail off. Into stony silence, I say, “And now something weird happened. I think… I think… maybe I should see a doctor…”Next thing I know, I'm sitting in front of a Westchester County caseworker. Cuz my parents felt a psychologist or private therapist cost too much.I had no idea what I was feeling… much less why.The intake experience was horrific.I felt… badgered.She called it… delicately. “Maybe the accident looked like an attempt to… maybe… harm yourself?” But she continued with a sledgehammer.“I know you have a secret you want to tell me.” Rinse, repeat… Rinse, repeat…I wanted so badly to please her. But had no idea what I was feeling… much less why.Worse yet? There were things I didn't want to tell her. Darker than the physical or sexual abuse she was probably check-listing. Things a traumatized kid might do… himself.I never went back. I told my parents I was uncomfortable talking to her.My dad rocked back in his dark, maple, Early American dining room chair. “Fine. That's your choice.”He paused. Looking directly at my mother as he said to me, “I can see you won't speak to this counselor. I see no reason to look for another for you to talk to. Your decision.”And that was that.We were all dying for freedom.Finally at 63, a psychologist specializing in autism gave me another name, Alexithymia.He said a lot of autistics can know something is wrong. But not know what. And baptized me, Autism Spectrum Disorder… with a side of ADHD.2016 was a good year. A damn fine year.But 1972 was a summer from hell.The last US troops shipped home, fleeing Viet Nam. Palestinians massacred Israelis at the Olympics. My father died that August. The week after he molested me for the last time.We were all dying for freedom.[music]Cuz… if you don't know us… how ya gonna love us.InterludeOkay. Here's the last frag I toss… today. Let's end with joyful moments. Among the dark. Let's end with survival.See, I'm giving you these fragments of my life…Cuz… if you don't know us… how ya gonna love us.And this is part of me, too…[music]I Don't Think I Had a “Personality” as a KidI was busy finding Infinity in a burnt-off ant leg…This one brings home the stakes.The moments of joy along the way… that drew a line under what could have been. Not if they fixed me. But maybe what all of our children could be.If we just listen to them. And support what they say they need.“What are you doing…?”My mother's voice was sharp.I'm lying spreadeagled on the backyard grass, face down.“I've called you three times.” Annoyed. “WHAT are you doing…?”I don't know it in Second Grade… But I have difficulties shifting attention when I'm lost in thought…I try to focus my ears…Then think back,review my short-term memory,and replay the last few moments.Trying to hear and translate anything she might have said while I'm in my private thought bubble…Already at 7, this process of “rehearsing” or “rewinding the tape” to interpret what's going on? It's an automatic, constant routine when I'm around… well, people.Checking for verbal mistakes, missed cues… Just trying to understand, what's going on…?So I'm still trying to sort it out,choose words carefully to explain,clearing my throat,moving my sleeping tongue,loosening my jaw,getting ready to speak…“HEY! WHAT ARE YOU DOING?!”“Umm… Nothing…?” Close as I come to a lie at that age.I've been lying in the grass for an hour or so, exploring with my new magnifying glass.See, there was this great hobby shop in Johnson City. It had all kinds of cool science “toys.” And I had saved my 50-cent allowance for weeks to buy a “Real, hand-held, magnifying glass  —  made with ALL-METAL handle!!”I was entranced.Examining grass leaves, dew drops, and…Ants.Dozens of ants. One after another.Legs.Antennae.Mandibles.Eyes.Guiltily burning off the occasional leg with focused sunlight…Endless fascination…I was in the flow…“Okay. Whatever you are doing…” I wait for the command I know will end my timeless bliss… “Stop doing it. It's time for lunch.”I sigh. Roll over.And. Trudge. In.Hardly sounds like abuse, right…..??Imagine that last, delicious dream you're enjoying as you drowse in a warm snuggly bed… when you don't have to get up…My autistic joys are hard to explain to another person.Pretty much ANY non-autistic person.And trying to… drags me into Deep Philosophical Waters…Imagine that last, delicious dream you're enjoying as you drowse in a warm snuggly bed on a lazy Saturday morning when you don't have to get up…And someone screams, “GET UP!”Eyes pop open. Instantly. You're so startled, for a minute… you have no idea where you are, what you're doing, the time of day, the season…Now… imagine that… if you can…Every. Damn. Day. Many, many, MANY times a day… Every single day of your childhood.Torture.Being startled out of the flow? It's like that.Capisce? Ya dig? Feel me?That's as close as I can think of to explain my moments of autistic flow.Or, better yet, my autistic joys.That same joy you seeon an autistic kid's faceas he dances endlesslyin a sprinkler in the sun…If I had to guess, this is precisely what Being in the Moment, in the Now, maybe even Zen Satori…Mean.Gradually as I aged, these blissful moments became fewer and fewer…Now, that's all preamble to what I really wanna talk about…Here's the deal on Flow…I think that's where I spent most of my time as a young kid.When I wasn't interacting with family, a few schoolmates, parents, one teacher a year… the few humans I let into my life back then.And that time alone… Endlessly exploring, learning, feeling, being… was…Wordless delight.Gradually as I aged, these blissful moments became fewer and fewer… further and further and further apart… nearly gone…First, I was forced into a school system… That I was clearly not wired for.Rigid.Lockstep.Regimented.Regulated.BORING.No Free Time.To simply… explore.Later, of course, it got MUCH worse. Jobs, relationships, finances… Life in Modern Adult America.Like when I founded Unix World magazine. I was so high on the concept and the joy of process… My inner vision won us awards our first year. Western Publishing Association Best New Publication and Best Issue. Beating out Macworld and PC World.Yeah. We won awards. A couple months after I was fired from my own mag. Fired because… in my autistic mind… the game was Create the Most Amazing Publication… Ever.But the whole time, the world was shouting that it was Make the Most Money You Can… Right Now.Snake eyes. I lost.My natural state, left alone to my own devices? Wandering from moment to moment of… fascination.Now, I have some personal speculation to get off my chest.First… I don't think I had a native personality when I was a kid…At least not as bell-curve average humans understand a personality.My natural state, left alone to my own devices? Wandering from moment to moment of fascination. No motivations. No intentions. No (verbal) thought…So… I was either happy exploring in the fields… or with my chemistry set in the basement… or catching polliwogs in Spring pools…Or I was forced to don my “personality.”In other words,the language,facial expressions,body language,polite responses,social lies,and predictable actionsthat humans think of as “personality”…and that social contact demands.Which is so natural for most humans, they aren't even aware of it.Even though they must have it from me… to feel safe.But, for me, “personality” was likebeing dragged out of my comfy pajamas,forced intothe worst, most cumbersome, restrictive, awkward, embarrassing winter coat,ear muffs,muffler,heavy snow boots,and mittensyour mother ever stuffed you intoto shove you onto that bus to kindergarten…And “personality” still is suffocating. Today. In my 70s. Ten years after diagnosed as autistic and ADHD.Especially, “fun times”… They're the real killers.Parties.Intimate conversations…Shudder... Family holidays? So nightmarish, I wrote the 7-page narrative poem sneaking my mother's creepy g-d on high.These are all times I must adopt my “personality.” You know, to survive. No matter how much “fun” they're supposed to be.What pros call “masking”? Really nothing more than exhausting habits of behavior & speech. That I must shroud myself in. Like an embalmed mummy. Just so it's easy for other humans… to feel “comfortable” around me.Not an essential Self. Just, ya know, “personality.”Certainly not me. Nothing comfortable about it.I'm going to hazard a guess.Which may be narcissistic delusion… Flow seems awfully close to what the Buddha described as experiencing “no-self” vs. the “conditioned mind.”From at least age 2 on, I clearly remember lucid dreaming and long periods of time spent without verbal thought of any kind. Just perceiving, in awe and wonder…EVERYTHING.Until I had to interact with humans. Any humans. Even those I was required… to “love.”And donning the “personality”? The joy collapsed. Fast as a quantum waveform when you try to measure it. Not into pain…Collapsing into an all-absorbing effort.Intellectualizing every word,gesture,tone of voice of my own…Then interpreting all those of each and every human I was with at the time…and THEN determining precisely the right word,tone of voice,facial expression,and body attitude to project back…all at the same timeTo avoid being in trouble.Because I was… Bad.And I had to protect everyone around me from that.Every. Single. Second…And even at a young age, a growing sense of the need to protect others…From me.Because I was different. Because I hurt people without understanding. Because I acted as if I were “arrogant”… etc., etc.Like two divorces. Cuz I could be amazing for 3 to 6 months. Caring. Fun as hell. Then fall into deep depressions and work burnouts. Cuz I couldn't handle that much intimacy. Hell, that much time alone with another human…Because I was… Bad.And I had to protect everyone around me from that.Every. Single. Second… That I am with another human.Except very young children. And of course, animals… Since I was… 4 years old.Now since diagnosis, I found a few tricks.In 2019 when I first started writing about my autism, I was all about lists. Trying to “help” others. Took me a year or two to realize we are… every one of us autists… different. Different lives. Different needs and goals. Different survival skills.So I'm only an “expert” on my own life. Even if I am the only expert on that there is.Your mileage certainly will vary.But for me? My autistic life is not about “getting better.” Or fixing me. It's about knowing who I truly am. And what I truly need. Doing what I can to meet those needs.Then being… me.So I moved to the Country…Living in the trailer across the courtyardFrom my third, loving wifeWhere I can reduce sensory overload.Reduce the number of humans I talk with To only folks I feel comfortable around.And stopped failing at jobs I was never built to do.But I… now… can pursue those things that have brought me joy since childhood.Spending unstructured, unmeasured time on any of my passions…walking in the wildest Nature I have access to,baking bread,fermenting pickles,gardening,deep-focus while replaying a favorite movie… that seventh time,illustrating,writing,playing music,researching world events….so, so many others.When I pursue a “special interest”… alone? Sometimes it's nearly orgasmic… In fact, I've redefined my understanding of my passions.They're not a forbidden pleasure. A shameful quirk. Something I “waste time on” when there's nothing more important to do.They are my gateway to Bliss, Satori, Oneness… Maybe even whatever God is… or Isn't…I'm not talking toxic positivity. My autistic joys aren't some advanced spiritual state I've achieved in my 70s. And now, suddenly… I'm here to tell you how to make everything okay. And talk you into buying your 5th NEW self-help system on the way out the door.But my joys are moments of love and happiness sprinkled through most of my days. Between meltdowns and burnouts. And some average life.They are my reason for Being.There are just NOT 7 Easy Things that Successful Autistics Do…That Will Change My Life Forever.There's just living complex… and in the end… wild autistic life.being old & autistic ain't so bad.losing inhibitions.some of which protected me from…Life.freedom turns out to be pain…and joy…in superposition.until maybe they annihilate you.Notes from the bardobefore the bardoI learned a lot that Spring afternoon on the lawn in Johnson City.I saw Infinity in a burnt-off ant leg.And, eventually… I went for it.[music]OutroNow you know. So... there ya go.This project is consuming me. In that good, auDHD passionate way. Cuz your response keeps me going.If it meant something to you… I bet you know someone else it will mean something to. Share it.Everything's free at autisticaf.me. For everyone. On me.Stay weird.Stay fierce.Stay alive. * If this 3 fragments grabbed you… binge them all in order here: The Book: Frag by Frag.Click to get the next frag in your inbox free. Plus a PDF of my chapbook. To support my work, consider a paid subscription.These fragments are from my upcoming autobiography, Autistic Noir: My Life is My Art, arriving Fall 2026.I'm building a book out loud. Fragment by fragment. Just like I lived it.The Next ActDon't trust a corporate algorithm's decision about whether you get to see the next excerpt or not.Join my Substack for free… and the next fragment comes straight to your inbox. And you get a free digital download of my complete poetry chapbook.* Unlock the next act for free.Why I Write My AutobiographyI'm only an expert on my own life. Born 1953, diagnosed at 63. Your mileage will vary.Individual minority voices speaking truth out loud? They build bridges to mainstream readers. Think Malcolm X. Think Maya Angelou, Think Janet Mock's Redefining Realness.This Fall, I hope to deliver that kind of impact, that power with My Autistic Life is My Art. For our neurodivergent community.Since 2019 I've published a quarter of a million words. Over half the size of the Lord of the Rings trilogy.Gotta be a pony somewhere in that shit. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit johnnyprofaneknapp.substack.com/subscribe

Haldane first-grader pulled from pool The end of the school year is always a big day, but for a 6-year-old Cold Spring boy, it almost marked the end of his life. Haldane kindergarteners and first graders, along with their parents, celebrated the start of summer at a backyard pool party in the village on the afternoon of June 24, the Wednesday of the final week of school. Bethany Califano said that when she picked up her son, Georgie, from his first-grade classroom at Haldane Elementary that day, "he said everyone was talking about the party, and he really wanted to go." By 2 p.m., the party was in full swing; Georgie was standing by the shallow end of the in-ground pool. "He was waving at me, and I took a picture of him," Califano recalled. But things quickly became a blur for the mother of three. Moments later, while tending to her 1-year-old, she heard someone say, "Are you OK?" "I just knew they were talking about Georgie," she remembers thinking. Stephen Selman, one of the fathers at the party, noticed a boy at the bottom of the deep end of the pool. Because his arms were moving, Selman hesitated. Before he could remove his shoes, Stefanie Kean, a mom, dove in and brought Georgie to the surface. Selman helped her pull him out. Georgie was not breathing. His eyes were open, his lips and eyelids were blue, his skin was gray and his tongue was sticking out, Selman said. Selman, who was a lifeguard as a teenager and trained in CPR, gave Georgie rescue breaths. He was joined by two other dads with CPR training, Aaron Ernst and Aaron Bartkiw, and the three worked as a team, doing chest compressions and mouth-to-mouth. "I pinched his nose, pulled his head back and blew as hard as I could into him," said Bartkiw, also a former lifeguard. "He threw up all over me." Ernst said Georgie, after vomiting four times, started screaming. "It was the best scream that I've ever heard!" Ernst said. "I was just crying and praying; I've never prayed so hard in my whole life," Bethany Califano said. "I've never been so happy to hear him scream; I held him, and he didn't want to let go." After a call to 911, first responders arrived within minutes, Selman said. At that point, a frightened Georgie was talking coherently. He was taken by the Philipstown Volunteer Ambulance Corps, with his mother, to Mid-Hudson Hospital in Poughkeepsie. "We walked into about 20 doctors and nurses," she said. "It was pretty intense." After doctors examined Georgie, he was transferred to Maria Fareri Children's Hospital in Westchester County because of concerns about "secondary" or "delayed" drowning, which can occur up to 24 hours after a near drowning. Fluid builds in irritated and inflamed lungs, potentially causing respiratory failure. After his father, Bobby, and two sisters visited with Georgie, Bethany spent the night with him. He answered all the medical staff's questions quickly and alertly, allaying concerns about possible brain damage due to oxygen deprivation. "They kept giving him random prompts; in the middle of talking to me they'd ask him his favorite color, and he'd answer 'blue' immediately," his mother said. Georgie told his mother that he remembered standing in the shallow end and taking a step "and then it was deep," Bethany said. It isn't clear how long he was underwater. Children typically lose consciousness in 30 to 60 seconds, and brain damage can occur within four to six minutes. "I'm always watching the water, and every time I looked around there were two or three sets of eyes on that pool," Selman said. "There wasn't any neglect, but there is a lesson here about how quickly it can happen." Bethany said hospital staff emphasized that drowning doesn't usually occur as depicted on TV. A victim doesn't scream and splash. "It was so quick, so quiet," she said. "And he's a loud kid." After Georgie spent the night at the hospital, his classmates visited him via Zoom before he was released. Three days later, he spotted a children's inflatable...

Yesterday, gardaí confirmed that the investigation into the death of Jamey Carney had been upgraded to a murder probe. 43-year-old Jamie, who was the mother of a 13-year-old girl, was originally from Westchester County, New York. Her body was found at her home just off the Muckross Road, Killarney on Tuesday afternoon. Jerry spoke to Barry Roche, southern correspondent with The Irish Times.

In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, the mother of a Loyola University freshman who was shot and killed in March delivered tearful testimony on Capitol Hill on Tuesday. Jose Medina is charged in the murder of Sheridan Gorman, 18, of Yorktown, New York, in Westchester County. Gorman was walking with her friends near the pier at Tobey Prinz Beach at Pratt Boulevard shortly after 1 a.m. Thursday, March 19, when Gorman told her friends she saw someone hiding behind the lighthouse. Medina was a Venezuelan national who was in the U.S. illegally. Also a comparison of centennial observances / NPR retracts an article that mistakenly said Justice Alito would retire / and Gary wears an American Flag. For more talk on the issues that matter to you, listen on radio stations across America Monday-Friday 12am-5am CT (1am-6am ET and 10pm-3am PT), download the RED EYE RADIO SHOW app, asking your smart speaker, or listening at RedEyeRadioShow.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Andrew Gurgitano Memorial Golf Outing is an annual Westchester County community event that beautifully honors the lasting legacy of Andrew Gurgitano. Held on June 22, 2026, at the beautiful Knollwood Country Club, the routine gathering features a full day of golf, a barbecue, and shared camaraderie. Andrew was a warm, caring, kind-hearted person known for his incredible smile and easygoing spirit. Tragically, he passed away from natural causes at the young age of 16. His deepest passions were his family, his friends, and his profound love for the game of baseball. Both on and off the field, he perfectly exemplified hard work, determination, integrity, and sportsmanship. His positive energy and enthusiasm inspired not only his teammates, but all who were lucky enough to know him, ensuring that his memory continues to make a meaningful impact through this wonderful community event.Westchester Talk Radio was there, and host Andrew Castellano spoke with Joe Cosentino, owner of Westchester Realty Consultants / Morris Park Realty/ Cosentino Realty Group. Joe discussed his own podcast, Coffee with Joe, before sharing real estate wisdom with Andrew. He described the local market (covering areas like the Bronx and Westchester) as highly competitive with low inventory, advising buyers to have their finances ready. In contrast, he noted that the Florida market is currently experiencing a surplus of inventory.

The Andrew Gurgitano Memorial Golf Outing is an annual Westchester County community event that beautifully honors the lasting legacy of Andrew Gurgitano. Held on June 22, 2026, at the beautiful Knollwood Country Club, the routine gathering features a full day of golf, a barbecue, and shared camaraderie. Andrew was a warm, caring, kind-hearted person known for his incredible smile and easygoing spirit. Tragically, he passed away from natural causes at the young age of 16. His deepest passions were his family, his friends, and his profound love for the game of baseball. Both on and off the field, he perfectly exemplified hard work, determination, integrity, and sportsmanship. His positive energy and enthusiasm inspired not only his teammates, but all who were lucky enough to know him, ensuring that his memory continues to make a meaningful impact through this wonderful community event.Westchester Talk Radio was there, and host Andrew Castellano spoke with Sean Dertinger from Rockland Country Club. Sean said that he was invited to the tournament by friends, one of whom was a close friend of the late Andrew Gurgitano. Sean was thrilled to come out to the Knollwood Country Club to play in the outing, support the Gurgitano family, and honor Andrew's memory.

The Andrew Gurgitano Memorial Golf Outing is an annual Westchester County community event that beautifully honors the lasting legacy of Andrew Gurgitano. Held on June 22, 2026, at the beautiful Knollwood Country Club, the routine gathering features a full day of golf, a barbecue, and shared camaraderie. Andrew was a warm, caring, kind-hearted person known for his incredible smile and easygoing spirit. Tragically, he passed away from natural causes at the young age of 16. His deepest passions were his family, his friends, and his profound love for the game of baseball. Both on and off the field, he perfectly exemplified hard work, determination, integrity, and sportsmanship. His positive energy and enthusiasm inspired not only his teammates, but all who were lucky enough to know him, ensuring that his memory continues to make a meaningful impact through this wonderful community event.Westchester Talk Radio was there, and host Andrew Castellano spoke with Leigh Wilkins, Director of Catering & Event Sales at Knollwood Country Club. Leigh expressed to Andrew how meaningful it was to host the 11th annual outing. She noted that the club went above and beyond to personalize the event, including using orange decorations to honor Andrew's favorite color. Leigh also talked about the seamless cooperation between the venue and the organizers, highlighting a successful tournament despite a brief rain delay. She and Andrew expressed excitement for future collaborations, including the upcoming 27th Annual John Gioffre Memorial Golf Outing.

Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins discusses his office's accomplishments throughout the first half of 2026, highlights the numerous festivities around the County this summer and details Westchester's America 250 celebrations on Westchester Talk Radio (westchestertalkradio.com), "The Cup of Joe Political Show" with host John Marino, produced by Sharc Creative.

The Andrew Gurgitano Memorial Golf Outing is an annual Westchester County community event that beautifully honors the lasting legacy of Andrew Gurgitano. Held on June 22, 2026, at the beautiful Knollwood Country Club, the routine gathering features a full day of golf, a barbecue, and shared camaraderie. Andrew was a warm, caring, kind-hearted person known for his incredible smile and easygoing spirit. Tragically, he passed away from natural causes at the young age of 16. His deepest passions were his family, his friends, and his profound love for the game of baseball. Both on and off the field, he perfectly exemplified hard work, determination, integrity, and sportsmanship. His positive energy and enthusiasm inspired not only his teammates, but all who were lucky enough to know him, ensuring that his memory continues to make a meaningful impact through this wonderful community event.Westchester Talk Radio was there, and host Andrew Castellano sat down with Sergio "Fabian" Gurgitano, Andrew Gurgitano's father. Fabian spoke passionately to Andrew about keeping his son's memory alive. Andrew was an avid athlete who played baseball as a pitcher and outfielder for the Harrison Huskies before tragically passing away in 2014 during his junior year. Fabian highlighted their website, AG14golf.com, where people can donate. Funds raised are reinvested into local youth sports programs, as well as an annual Harrison vs. Rye memorial baseball game that awards scholarships.

The Andrew Gurgitano Memorial Golf Outing is an annual Westchester County community event that beautifully honors the lasting legacy of Andrew Gurgitano. Held on June 22, 2026, at the beautiful Knollwood Country Club, the routine gathering features a full day of golf, a barbecue, and shared camaraderie. Andrew was a warm, caring, kind-hearted person known for his incredible smile and easygoing spirit. Tragically, he passed away from natural causes at the young age of 16. His deepest passions were his family, his friends, and his profound love for the game of baseball. Both on and off the field, he perfectly exemplified hard work, determination, integrity, and sportsmanship. His positive energy and enthusiasm inspired not only his teammates, but all who were lucky enough to know him, ensuring that his memory continues to make a meaningful impact through this wonderful community event.Westchester Talk Radio was there, and host Andrew Castellano spoke with Adam Hadi about his experience. Adam attended the outing to honor the memory of Andrew Gurgitano. While he did not know Andrew personally, he expressed gratitude for the opportunity to support the cause after hearing about how much Andrew was loved.

Concetta Morton was tortured and murdered by her girlfriend Kenya Tilford in New Rochelle, Westchester County, New York. Tilford asked her cousin to help dispose of the body.

With a degree in Speech Arts from The American University in Washington, DC, Jimmy Fink got his first job in New York radio at WABC-FM… a summer job that eventually turned into a 13-year stint at WPLJ, the ABC owned NY flagship station in the 70s & 80s.  Over the years he has  worked for ABC, CBS, and NBC, NPR, Rolling Stone Magazine, HBO, Cinemax, and syndicators like United Stations Radio Network, DIR Broadcasting and The Global Satellite Network. In the 80s & 90s, he spent 10 years on New York's K-Rock (WXRK), he wrote and produced several internationally syndicated radio programs including Rolling Stone Magazine's “Continuous History of Rock & Roll,” “RockWatch,” “Rock & Roll Legends,” and “New Waves.” Jimmy has  had the opportunity to spend time with a ton of celebrities, actors & actresses, rock stars, bands and political & sports figures. Sadly, some of them have since passed away. Jimmy says....I've been a lifelong resident of Westchester County and dedicate a lot of energy to two specific charities: The Pediatric Cancer Foundation and Open Door Family Medical Centers, where I'm a past member of their Foundation Board. I joined The Peak near its inception in June of 2004. After seeing a bus poster for a new radio station, listening for a half hour, and meeting Chris Herrmann, I knew I had to work there! It's the most creative station with the broadest format…  any radio lover would want to work at The Peak.  I'm married to my high school sweetheart, and we have three kids: twin girls and a boy, all adults now.  My son Robbie, when he's not working as an executive and associate director at Spotify, is one of the leaders of the band East Love.  My daughters are Allie and Lucie.  Allie's is a trader at an asset management firm and Lucie's a lifestyle host, video producer and internet influencer.  She makes cool videos for brands, many of which have millions of views.  Follow her on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube & TikTok @luciebfink.My show on The Peak, from 3-7 PM Monday through Friday, has several daily features.  We check traffic twice an hour between 4 and 7 PM.  Just before 5 every day, I present “The Peak Homestretch,” an hour of commercial free music providing the soundtrack to late afternoon activities during rush hour, and then “After 6” every day, when we let it all hang out, with a creative hour of great rock music from past and present, presented in a themed free form style that you can't find anywhere else on New York radio.  I also write produce and voice the 10@10 show heard every weekday at 10 AM & 10 PM….ten great songs from one great year, including some tunes you'll only hear on The Peak.I'm a collector of Rock & Roll memorabilia and have a massive library of vinyl records & CDs.  Friend me on Facebook and follow me on Instagram @Jimmy_Fink to see some cool pics and read my posts about my escapades in the never-ending universe of World Class Rock.

This episode (187) began streaming on June 15, 2026.On the June 2026 episode of Crossroads of Rockland History we turned our attention to the complex story of Peggy Shippen Arnold. Historian Char Weigel joined host Clare Sheridan to discuss the wife of America's most notorious traitor, Benedict Arnold. Char's research centers entirely on primary source documentation, offering a nuanced and fascinating look at Shippen's role in the infamous plot to surrender West Point to the British.Char Weigel will be coming to the Historical Society in September to speak about Peggy Shippen, so this will be an interesting sneak preview for that upcoming program.  About the speaker: Char Weigel is the vice-president of special projects for Revolutionary Westchester 250, Westchester County's nonprofit working to encourage and amplify commemoration of the upcoming Semiquincentennial. She presents regularly and is the author of numerous articles on Westchester County history, the most recent of which, “Boot Papers: Double Betrayal in Documents Found in John André's Footwear,” was published in New York State Archives Magazine. She is widely recognized for her primary-source research.  Weigel is also a member of the board member of the Friends of Odell House Rochambeau HeadquartersCrossroads of Rockland History, a program of the Historical Society of Rockland County, starts streaming new episodes on the third Monday of each month at 10am.   From October 2010 to May 2025, the program aired after the morning show on WRCR radio 1700 AM and www.WRCR.com. Join host Clare Sheridan as we explore, celebrate, and learn about our local history, with different topics and guest speakers every month. Our recorded broadcasts are also available for streaming on all major podcasts platforms and at our website.The Historical Society of Rockland County is a nonprofit educational institution and principal repository for original documents and artifacts relating to Rockland County. Its headquarters are a four-acre site featuring a history museum and the 1832 Jacob Blauvelt House in New City, New York.www.RocklandHistory.org

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.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. 

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.

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

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!

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 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.

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.

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/