Monthly Archives: December, 2025

S10 Ep14: Something Different

Published - December 6, 2025

  “When the ondes Martenot floats over the orchestra, it’s like an angel speaking.” – Augustin Viard Today we’ll hear some unusual instruments, and find out more about the women who play them.  From the 18th century to the 21st, it’s something different. “Something Different” Johann Schulz:  Largo for Glass Harmonica Ingeborg Emge, glass harp “Harpe de Verre / Glasharfe / Glass Harp” Gallo 940 Nikita Koshkin:  Orfeo Mari Mäntylä, decadorde “Orfeo Amoroso” Alba Records 406 Ann Cleare: anfa Claire Chase, contrabass flute “Density 32036: Part VIII” New Focus Recordings 352 Howard Shore: Excerpts from the Soundtrack for “Ed Wood”

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Funky Foodies Episode 410: Growing a Garden Alongside Friendships

Published - December 5, 2025

The community garden grows and so does an unexpected friendship between the Ditzy Daisies and the Funkies. Everyone learns that working together to plant good will, always grows something special. Funky Foodies is a podcast for kids, and it’s produced right here in Central New York. Tween foodies Frankie, Fern, and Zara share a passion for food and its impacts on the environment. Adventures follow after they form an alliance called Funky Foodies, Inc., pledging to, “Save the Planet, One Veggie Burger at a Time.” Kid-friendly recipes reflecting the theme of each episode are included.

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Repeating History, Episode 16 – Dr. Tom Keck, Michael O. Sawyer Chair of Constitutional Law and Politics at Syracuse University

Published - December 5, 2025

On the latest episode of Repeating History, we welcome Dr. Tom Keck,  Michael O. Sawyer Chair of Constitutional Law and Politics at Syracuse University. The conversation touches in various facets of  Professor Keck’s upcoming book on free speech jurisprudence, the courts,  and democratic backsliding amidst the retreat of democratic norms and government here in the US and around the world. What role should courts play in the suppression and/or promotion of free speech that may actually be damaging to the maintenance of democratic governing structures, and the paradox of tolerance.    

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CNY Heroes, Episode 38 – Vietnam Veteran Vito Lovecchio Jr. Part 2

Published - December 4, 2025

*Trigger Warning* This episode of CNY Heroes discusses first hand experiences of tragedy and loss during combat which may be triggering for some individuals. On this edition of CNY Heroes Dan continues his conversation with Vietnam veteran Vito Lovecchio, Jr. In this segment, Lovecchio remembers American public opinion about the Vietnam war during his time in the service, and the changing attitudes towards veterans today. He also discusses the Honor Flight experience.  

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Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Episode 42

Published - December 4, 2025

Why are ultra processed foods so popular? Some scientists believe it is because they are actually addictive substances. This month on “Science Today”, also learn about the pros and cons of the keto diet, incredible Antarctic microbes, and a possible new animal model for Alzheimer’s.    

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It’s Happening Here Ep. 10 – Addressing Child Literacy in CNY

Published - December 2, 2025

Child literacy remains a persistent challenge in Syracuse. According to 2019 data from the Early Childhood Alliance, only 22% of SCSD students are reading on grade level by the 3rd grade. Guests Laurie Black and Dr. Maria Murray are each tackling this challenge from different angles: As Community Education Director for the United Way, Laurie Black has grown their Book Buddies program to reach over 600 students annually. Her network of 500 volunteers provides ongoing education, support, and encouragement to children from kindergarten through 3rd grade. Dr. Maria Murray, CEO of The Reading League, focuses her efforts on providing teachers with evidence-based practices for improved literacy

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CNY Latino Podcast, Episode 86 – Happy Holidays

Published - December 2, 2025

(#86, 12/02/25) In these episodes for December of CNY Latino: cnylatinonewspaper.com/Podcast, we have placed a series of several famous and recognized members of our Culture, offering Christmas greetings and salutations for the upcoming New Year. En estos episodios de diciembre, hemos colocado una serie de varios miembros famosos y reconocidos de nuestra Cultura, ofreciendo saludos Navideños y salutaciones para el próximo Año Nuevo.

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Syracuse (On)Stage, Episode 36 – “A Christmas Story” and Holiday Wishes

Published - December 2, 2025

Actors Gavin Lambert, Jojo Harper-McNeal, and Kenley Sample talk with Youth Actor Supervisor Joe McCurdy about “A Christmas Story” playing now at Syracuse Stage.  

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Dec. 1, 2025: Syracuse City Ballet’s “The Nutcracker”

Published - December 1, 2025

  The Syracuse City Ballet presents it’s annual production of Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker” this weekend in Syracuse.  We welcomed Executive/Artistic Director Jayson Douglas, along with four of the professional dancers from the Syracuse City Ballet, Sophia Shahani, Sarah Klok, Joel Kioko and Harris Yesenik.  We talked about the roles, the new choreography, the excitement of taking this production on a three-city tour, and even gained insight into a typical day for the dancers.   Information about this production and the Syracuse City Ballet is available here.    

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