Published - February 11, 2026
On this edition of “It’s Happening Here” host Chris Libonati is joined by Central Current contributor Eddie Velasquez and reporter Patrick McCarthy to discuss immigration enforcement and how local elected officials are responding to pushback against President Donald Trump‘s deportation agenda.
Published - February 9, 2026
On this edition of Checkup From the Neck-Up, Psychologist Rich “Dr. Neckup” O’Neill’s guest is Nurse Practitioner Ms. Kaytlyn Flansburgh from Inclusive Health Services at SUNY Upstate Medical University. In this show they discuss the facts about sexually transmitted infections (both bacterial and viral, excluding HIV), how common they are, and how to prevent and treat them. Our follow-up show will focus on the incredible public health scientific success regarding HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) and AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome), and its prevalence, prevention, and treatment.
Published - February 7, 2026
The Funkies learn that food insecurity is a problem in Moretown. After Fern shares her lunch with a boy who comes to school hungry, the Funkies realize that the community garden could help address the issue. 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
Published - February 7, 2026
Live from the kitchen…it’s The Plate Show! The Plate Show is a comedy podcast for kids 6-9 and their families about cultures around the world and the foods that are important to them. Join Spoonie, everyone’s favorite talking spoon, and her BFF sidekick Tongs, as they put on a show from their very own kitchen to learn about – and taste – amazing food from around the world! In this episode, It’s Lunar New Year, and Spoonie and Tongs are making Vietnamese spring rolls for “The Big Taste.” Their biggest challenge? Trying to stay up late to celebrate the holiday!
Published - February 7, 2026
“Hope is a woman who has lost her fear.” – Alice Walker This week, women of color taking center stage with outstanding performances. “Women of Color – Performers, Part 9” Ben E. King, Jerry Lieber, Mike Stoller (arr. by The String Queens): Stand By Me The String Queens “Rise” Independent Harry Styles, Mitch Rowland, Tyler Johnson, Kid Harpoon (arr. by The String Queens): Golden The String Queens “Rise” Independent Adolphus Hailstork: Five Friends: Suite for Piano Rochelle Sennet, piano “Bach to Black: Suites for Piano, Volume III” Albany 1965 Florence Price: Piano Concerto in One Movement Michelle Cann, piano New York
Published - February 5, 2026
Utica native Christopher Costanza, cello, is coming to the Chamber Music Society of Utica to perform this weekend, along with pianist Anne-Marie McDermott. Chris spoke to host Diane Jones about the concert, his years of performing with Anne-Marie, and his opportunity to study the “Quartet for the End of Time” with composer Olivier Messiaen. More about the Chamber Music Society of Utica is available here. And more about Christopher Costanza is available on his website.
Published - February 5, 2026
On this edition of CNY Heroes, Dan speaks with Kathy Allen, the recently retired Senior Manager of Community Relations at Tops Friendly Markets. Kathy flew as a guardian on Honor Flight Syracuse Mission 4 in 2014, sparking a longtime partnership between Tops and Honor Flight. Under her leadership, Tops has been a leading supporter of the organization, generously donating the backpacks full of snacks and other goodies that veterans and guardians receive on mission day. She discusses her 45 years career in the grocery business, and why Tops makes support for our veterans a key part of the company’s philanthropic
Published - February 4, 2026
(#90, 2/4/26) In this February 2026 Episode of CNY Latino: cnylatinonewspaper.com/Podcast, we will be presenting recordings of moments when we were at the ‘2025 Albany Latino Festival’, ‘2025 Punta Cana Family Funday’ in Albany, and an interview with the Spanish ‘Music director ‘Emeritus José-Luis Novo. En este episodio de febrero de 2026, presentaremos grabaciones de momentos en los que estuvimos en el ‘Albany Latino Festival 2025’, ‘Punta Cana Family Funday 2025’ en Albany y una entrevista con el director musical emérito español José Luis Novo.
Published - February 2, 2026
WCNY, Central New York’s public communications organization, is proud to announce the premiere of its new documentary, “Who Are We: A Conversation with Barack Obama at Hamilton College,” airing Monday, Feb. 16 at 10 p.m. on WCNY-TV and streaming live at pbs.org/livestream. Former President Barack Obama waited 72 days into the second term of President Donald Trump before commenting publicly on the actions of the new administration. In a talk at Hamilton College, a small liberal arts school in upstate New York, Obama told the audience he had a few things to say. In that talk, President Obama provided thoughtful
Published - February 2, 2026
WCNY, Central New York’s public communications organization, is proud to announce the premiere of its new documentary, “Who Are We: A Conversation with Barack Obama at Hamilton College,” airing Monday, Feb. 16 at 10 p.m. on WCNY-TV and streaming live at pbs.org/livestream. Former President Barack Obama waited 72 days into the second term of President Donald Trump before commenting publicly on the actions of the new administration. In a talk at Hamilton College, a small liberal arts school in upstate New York, Obama told the audience he had a few things to say. In that talk, President Obama provided
