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Connections Podcast Candidates for Pittsford town supervisorWe conclude our conversations leading up to the general election with the candidates for Pittsford town supervisor. Democrat Cathy Koshykar is challenging Republican incumbent Bill Smith. We talk with them about their priorities for the town, as well as a number of issues, including housing, development, and more. Our guests: Cathy Koshykar, candidate for Pittsford town supervisor Bill Smith, candidate for Pittsford town supervisor *Notes: Candidates are listed in the order in which they appear on the Monroe County Candidates list. This hour was pre-recorded due to a schedule conflict. ---Connections is sup...

2025-10-2451 min

Handling the Heat Carmella's Wine BarJoseph Lapi’s path to the glass runs through family, hustle, and hospitality. Raised in a tight-knit Sicilian household outside Buffalo, Joseph grew up around nightly dinners, clinking glasses, and stories that made food and wine feel like home. A chance correction over Chianti sent him down the rabbit hole, trading a planned legal career for the sommelier track. In Chicago he joined Lettuce Entertain You, opening RPM Steak before moving onto the wine team and, eventually, directing the beverage programs for RPM Seafood and Pizzeria Portofino. When COVID hit, he helped pivot a unicorn cellar into a lifeline fo...

2025-09-2330 min

Hangin With The AD Podcast Episode 145: Dr. Patrick Irving - Director of Athletics - Pittsford Schools - Pittsford, NYWelcome to this episode of the Hangin’ with the AD podcast. Today, we’re joined by Dr. Patrick Irving, Director of Athletics for Pittsford Schools in the Rochester, New York area. Patrick is the first New York athletic director we’ve had on the show, and he brings an incredible perspective from his journey through four AD stops since 2011 to now leading a department of over 115 teams across two high schools.In this episode, Patrick shares how Pittsford’s unique setup blends both school-specific and combined teams—including football—and the dynamics that come with managing such a large prog...

2025-09-0444 min

2025-09-0253 min

The Jukebox: Radio Archive The Jukebox: March 11, 2000“The All-Request Rock ’n’ Roll Jukebox,” hosted by Mike Saffran, on “99 BBF”/WBBF-FM (98.9), Rochester, N.Y. Originally aired 7 p.m.–Midnight March 11, 2000.Callers aired and other show highlights:00:26 Subtle reference to Sly & The Family Stone – “Everyday People” used in a Toyota TV commercial00:44 Lenny/Rochester (“Penny Lane”)01:40 Reference to fellow 99 BBF DJ Dick Heatherton01:58 Donna (with husband, Ryan)/Driving on I-390 (“Hound Dog”) 02:41 Jim (“Knock Three Times”)03:13 Susan/Brighton (“If You Wanna Be Happy” — dedication to daughter Lily and her grandparents Nina and Tom) — including reference to Wegmans as tourist destinatio...

2025-03-1234 min

The Jukebox: Radio Archive The Jukebox: Feb. 5, 2000“The All-Request Rock ’n’ Roll Jukebox,” hosted by Mike Saffran, on “99 BBF”/WBBF-FM (98.9), Rochester, N.Y. Originally aired 7 p.m.–Midnight Feb. 5, 2000. Callers aired and other show highlights: 00:47 Ron/Pittsford (“Chantilly Lace”) — including references to WBBF-AM (950), longtime morning-show host/DJ Jack Palvino and newscaster Dick Tobias 02:16 Larry/Avon (“True Love Ways”) 02:49 Subtle reference to Arby’s “Five for Five” promotion — and TV and radio ads featuring Ray Charles 03:02 Gary/Canandaigua (“Keep On Dancing”) 04:27 Robert/Rochester (“Black & White” and “Joy To The World”) 05:21 Chris/Greece (“Spirit In The Sky”) 06:35 Jessica/Rochester (“...

2025-02-0529 min

Thread Talks Inspiration, Custom Furniture, and Interior Design w/ Jared Roth of Ethan Allen (EP. 02)Thread Talks Episode #02 with Jared Roth In today’s episode, we have the pleasure of hearing from Jared Roth. Jared is the third-generation owner of Ethan Allen, a high-end furniture and interior design business.Jared shares insights into his journey in the furnishings industry and sheds light on the expansive reach of Ethan Allen, revealing the number of locations they have.Moreover, he explores the distinctive features that set Ethan Allen Design Studio apart from other furniture stores, emphasizing the brand’s commitment to high-quality inter...

2024-03-2526 min

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians YFNL talk 2024 Solar Eclipse with RMSC's Dan Schneiderman Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians are back for season four of PCL’s podcast! The latest episode includes a visit from Dan Schneiderman, the Eclipse Partnerships Coordinator for the Rochester Museum & Science Center, who shares details on what to expect from the big day on April 8. Dan is probably the busiest person in Rochester at the moment, but he was able to spare some time with Robyn and Jim to talk about his favorite books!

2024-03-1017 min

The Jukebox: Radio Archive The Jukebox: Feb. 27, 1999“The All-Request Rock ’n’ Roll Jukebox,” hosted by Mike Saffran, on “99 BBF”/WBBF-FM (98.9), Rochester, N.Y. Originally aired 7 p.m.–Midnight Feb 27, 1999. Callers aired and other show highlights: 00:39 Ann/Webster (“Needles And Pins”) 01:55 Dick/Geneseo (“Bo Diddley”) 01:59 Shoutout to Gus, proprietor of Geneseo Family Restaurant (Note: I never got my free meal! ;-) 02:40 Star Markets (former Rochester grocery chain) reference 02:51 Dori/Rochester (“Telstar”) 03:31 First of many references to “Beatles Twin-Spin Weekend,” upcoming Beatles-album poster on-air giveaway and beatlefest.com 04:06 Kathy/Driving in Chili (“Teddy Bear”) 05:07 Dougla...

2024-03-0628 min

Billified: The Bill Moran Podcast Pittsford PatternsPittsford Patterns - Bill welcomes Kevn VanValkenburgh from the Little Speed Shop to the pod along with Kevin Muir and Dan Borello. There has been a lot of passionate talk about electric cars on the pod lately, so Bill asks Kevin VanValkenburgh his thoughts on them, Kevin had a Tesla for a while and his response is insightful. While the podcast was being recorded word came of the passing of legendary college basketball coach Bobby Knight’s passing. Dan instantly had a parody song ready! Dan tells a story where Bob Knight shared credit with someone fo...

2023-11-021h 46

Billified: The Bill Moran Podcast EastsidersEast Siders Bill opens asking Kevin, who lives on the West Side of Rochester, to describe Fairport, where the studio is on the East Side. Kevin says the East Side is “snootier,” but not necessarily smarter. Bill then talks about seeing two slightly, out of shape middle aged guys out of their cars in the middle of the street arguing and holding up traffic, not East Side behavior. Then Bill plays a clip from a Rochester news station about a domestic tragedy that happened in Pittsford, where a neighbor says this does not happen in Pittsford! Bill...

2023-10-261h 49

NAPFA Nation Podcast "Embracing Fiduciary Excellence: 40th Anniversary Reflections from NAPFA's First President" with Gary Pittsford - Episode #08 of NAPFA NationIn Episode #08 of NAPFA Nation, one of the founding members and first president of NAPFA, Gary Pittsford, talks with podcast host Marie Swift about his involvement with NAPFA over the past 40 years. He highlights the growth and influence of NAPFA in promoting fee-only financial advice and attracting clients who prefer a fiduciary standard. Pittsford also mentions the significant changes in technology and business models within the industry, and shares his transition from Castle Wealth Advisors, where he served as president and CEO for over 40 years, to assume the role of Chief Valuation Officer at Creative Planning, one of the...

2023-08-0833 min

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians YFNL talk with Richard B. Colòn & Quajay Donnell Richard B. Colón and Quajay Donnell, curators of the Behind the Glass Gallery in The Mercantile-on-Main, visited PCL recently to discuss the art and photography space with Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians! Celebrated street photographers themselves, Richard and Quajay chat with Robyn and Jim about their hopes for the gallery, what guests will find there, and—of course—books that inspire.

2023-07-3016 min

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians YFNL Talk with Robin L. Flanigan Robin L. Flanigan dropped by the Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians’ studio recently to chat with Robyn and Jim about her new book, 100 Things to Do in Rochester Before You Die. They discuss the research and writing process behind the comprehensive guide to Rochester, some of the hidden gems the author discovered around town, and Flanigan’s own reading habits and favorite books.

2023-06-1818 min

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians YFNL Talk with Pittsford Bookstagrammers Emily & HannahYour Friendly Neighborhood Librarians return this week with a podcast episode featuring two local book reviewers! Listen as Robyn and Jim interview Pittsford Bookstagrammers Emily Waller and Hannah Ramsey—otherwise known as @emilyisoverbooked and @booksandbitesroc—and get ready to add some titles to your TBR (to be read) list!

2023-06-0414 min

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians YFNL Book Club discuss Susan Orlean's "On Animals"Jim, Robyn, and Roberta reunite for another book club episode, this time discussing Susan Orlean's On Animals. They touch on their favorite parts of the book, how Orlean highlighted the relationships that humans have with animals, and how the book reminded them of their own experiences with their beloved critters.

2023-04-1616 min

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians YFNL Talk with Ravi ManglaRavi Mangla, author of The Observant, stopped by PCL recently to chat with Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians about his 2022 novel, his writing style and favorite books, and what the Monroe County Library System has meant to him. The Pittsford native's writing has appeared in The Atlantic, The Nation, Jacobin, The Kenyon Review, Cincinnati Review, Mid-American Review, Salon, The Paris Review Daily, Quarterly West, American Short Fiction, Tin House Online, and the Los Angeles Review of Books.

2023-04-0216 min

Billy Kidd Show Recap Whole Foods in Pittsford has an opening date and why you shouldn't expect to save money shopping there, plus what promoted someone to use their "mom voice" at the theaterBilly Kidd show recap for Wednesday, March 15th, 2023: Whole Foods has announced a date to open their doors at the new location in Pittsford. Plus, what promoted someone to bust out their "mom voice" while at the theater the other night.

2023-03-1704 min

The Starting Block Podcast Ep. 41: Guest Interview - Dr. Rob Luckey - Pittsford Performance CareIn this weeks guest episode, Dr. Rob Luckey, Owner of Pittsford Performance Care joins the crew to talk Concussion Rehab, Functional Neurology, Dr. J & Woodworking.

2023-03-1453 min

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians YFNL Talk with Edward AshtonEdward Ashton, author of Mickey7 and the soon-to-be-released sequel, Antimatter Blues, stopped by PCL to talk to Jim and Robyn about writing, reading, and having his book made into a movie starring Robert Pattinson and directed by Bong Joon Ho, the director of the Academy Award-winning film Parasite.

2023-03-1218 min

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians YFNL Talk with Taurus SavantArtist and community advocate Taurus Savant dropped by PCL to chat with Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians! Taurus, who will perform at PCL on Feb. 25, talks with Robyn and Jim about his music and its origins, the inspiration for his art, and his favorite books and reading experiences.

2023-02-1919 min

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians YFNL Talk with Calvin EatonThis week on Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians, Robyn and Jim welcome Calvin Eaton—the Gluten Free Chef and founder of 540WMain, Inc.—to the podcast! Together, they discuss the beginnings of Calvin's gluten-free journey, his work with the grassroots community space that is 540WMain, and his favorite books and authors!

2023-02-0517 min

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians YFNL Talk with Francesca PadillaYour Friendly Neighborhood Librarians are back! Robyn and Jim kick off season three by interviewing Francesca Padilla, the ROC-based author of 2022's What's Coming to Me, a much-celebrated debut described as a poignant and thrilling contemporary YA novel about grief, anger, and fighting for what you deserve.

2023-01-2215 min

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians YFNL Talk with Eboni Jones from the Memorial Art GalleryOn this episode, Jim and Robyn are joined by Eboni Jones, Curator of Interpretive Resources at the Charlotte Whitney Allen Library at the Memorial Art Gallery. They touch on what the job of a museum librarian is like, what unexpected items are in the library at the MAG, and how to access all of what the MAG has to offer.

2022-08-1430 min

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians YFNL Talk Graphic Novels w/ Jason PooleOn the heels of the Eisner Award nominations, Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians are back to talk all things graphic novels! Jason Poole, outreach coordinator at the Webster Public Library and a past Eisner judge, stops by to share his expertise on the subject with Robyn and Jim.

2022-07-1729 min

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians YFNL Talk Summer Reading with Rhonda RossmanRhonda Rossman, Penfield Public Library director (and former director of the Pittsford Community Library!), stops by to chat with Robyn and Jim about summer books, Summer Reading, and what kind of reader she is.

2022-07-0324 min

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians YFNL Interview with Social Media Strategist Emily Hessney LynchEmily Hessney Lynch, MCLS trustee, writer, and owner of Serve Me the Sky Digital, joins Jim and Robyn to talk social media, what it's like to be a member of the MCLS Board of Trustees, and (of course) books!

2022-06-1224 min

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians YFNL interview with The Strong Museum's George Rollie AdamsGeorge Rollie Adams, author and President & CEO Emeritus of The Strong museum, sat down with Jim and Robyn to discuss his career, what is was like to grow up in the segregated south, and how his childhood and career influenced his writing. Learn more about his books and his remarkable path to becoming a novelist at PCL on Thursday, June 2nd at 7PM.

2022-05-2223 min

High School Huddle McQuaid's ace shines, Pittsford girls lax risesThe final week of the spring regular season is here and the action is heating up just as much as the weather. AJ Feldman and Carl Jones break it all down in this week's episode. 0:00-4:25- AJ and Carl have their usual weather chat, talk about AJ's round of golf at Oak Hill as well as a new fantasy football punishment that could start sweeping the nation. 4:25-13:10- Pittsford girls lacrosse picked up some big wins to assert themselves in Class A while McQuaid's Will Taylor pitched a gem at Frontier Field, they're ou...

2022-05-1425 min

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians YFNL - To Paradise Book Club ReadYour Friendly Neighborhood Librarians are back at it with another book club! This time they're talking about To Paradise, the follow-up novel to Hanya Yanagihara's 2015 epic masterpiece, A Little Life. Tune in to hear all of the hot takes and strong opinions Jim, Robyn, and special guest Roberta the Page have to share about Yanagihara's captivating journey through time.

2022-05-0822 min

SBO Perspectives SBO In Demand: Pittsford CSDShawn Clark, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources at Pittsford Central School District showcases this collaborative district and how they’re looking for someone who’s the right fit for their team.Find out more about Pittsford Central School District here: https://www.pittsfordschools.org/Does this position sound interesting? Apply here: https://pittsfordcsd.recruitfront.com/JobOpportunities

2022-04-2500 min

Vermont Catch-up (Ketchup)103: The Littlest Little Italy in VT, a Hartland Geological Cover-up, and The Power of Reiki MassageLet us know what you think - text the show!On today's show:Matt's Yankee updateHappy National “Zoo Lovers” DayHappy International “Romani” DayFree school lunch….for one yearIts now easier to change your gender identity on a birth certificateVT Satan spawn bishopResidents to form a union at UVMMCPotential ban to no-cause evictionsParents worried about all the potBill to exempt tribal lands from property taxesRest areas on a reduced scheduleMystery sound in the upper valley ….supposedly it was an earthquake in Quechee(1:05:19) Break music: No Lemon with “I Dont Care”Vermonters kil...

2022-04-093h 10

Ear Shot Should there be an age limit on teaching LGBTQ acceptance? Some Pittsford parents seem to think soAn afterschool club for elementary school students focused on LGBTQ education is at the center of a heated debate in the Pittsford Central School District. And in the North Country, one local doughnut shop/laundromat has endured for decades. What is their recipe for success?

2022-04-0813 min

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians National Library Week with MCLS/RPL Director Patty UttaroYour Friendly Neighborhood Librarians are back at the microphone again this week, and to celebrate National Library Week they chat with Patty Uttaro, the Director of the Monroe County Library System and the Rochester Public Library! It's a conversation centered on our local libraries, with a focus on the present and an eye toward the future. Plus they get to talk about what Patty loves to read!

2022-04-0326 min

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians YFNL - Movies, Books, and The Oscars with Little Theatre's Scott Pukos!It's officially Oscars Season, which means your friendly neighborhood librarians Robyn and Jim are talkin' movies! They sat down with The Little Theatre's Scott Pukos, host of the Movies and a Microphone podcast, about all the nominated movies they liked, loved, and hated.

2022-03-2327 min

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians YFNL - "Your Children Are Very Greatly in Danger"! Book Talk with Justin MurphyThis week, Jim and Robyn are joined by Democrat and Chronicle reporter Justin Murphy. They discuss the history of school segregation in Rochester, what the current state of RCSD is, and what the future of education looks like in Rochester. Murphy's new book, Your Children Are Very Greatly In Danger, will be available on March 15.

2022-03-1025 min

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians YFNL - Banned Books & Gender QueerThis episode, Jim and Robyn are joined by their favorite book club buddy, Roberta the page, as well as first-time guest Laura, PCL's teen and tech librarian! They have a conversation on book banning, the book Gender Queer by Maia Kobabe, and the importance of being able to access information. Hang around until the end of the episode to hear a recommendation from Adrian, PCL's children's room clerk, and to find out what we'll be talking about next time.

2022-02-2023 min

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians YFNL - In This Moment with Quajay DonnellJim and Robyn talk books, public art, and the In This Moment chapbook series with Quajay Donnell, who was named a runner up in the Best Ambassador category of CITY Newspaper's 2021 Best of Rochester poll. Stick around to the end for a recommendation from a new staff member and for all the details on our next episode.

2022-01-3026 min

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians YFNL - Gary Craig and The Prison Guard's DaughterIn this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians, Jim and Robyn talk to Democrat and Chronicle reporter Gary Craig about The Prison Guard's Daughter: My Journey Through the Ashes of Attica, which he recently co-authored with Deanne Quinn Miller. They discuss the 1971 riot at Attica Prison, Deanne's experience being the daughter of one of the guards who was murdered, and her persistence in fighting for justice and closure for those most deeply affected. Stick around to the end of the episode for a recommendation from one of our new staff members and to hear about who we're tal...

2022-01-1622 min

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians YFNL - Living the DreamIn this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians, Jim and Robyn talk to Pittsford's own Kevin Beckford. They discuss the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., how Beckford hopes Dr. King's dream will continue to manifest throughout future generations, and why he created and continues to champion the Town of Pittsford's MLK Living the Dream series. Stick around to the end of this episode for a recommendation from one of our newest staff members and to get a peek at what's coming up in our next episode.

2022-01-0226 min

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians YFNL - We're Back! Best Books of 2021!Jim and Robyn are back for season two of Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians! The first episode of the season features a discussion about the best books of 2021 with Adrienne Pettinelli, director of the Henrietta Public Library, and a conversation with PCL page Roberta about what we think is the biggest book of the year. Stick around to the end for a recommendation from one of our new staff members and a peek at what we have coming up in the next episode. *Notable Mentions* Klara and the Sun - Kazuo Ishiguro Migrations...

2021-12-1939 min

Our Hen House: Vegan & Animal Rights Movement | Stories from the Frontlines of Animal Liberation Episode 615: Plant-Based Politician with Pearl BruntOur Hen House is excited to welcome plant-based food advocate and political candidate Pearl Brunt to the podcast this week. Pearl is running for a seat on the Town Council in Pittsford, NY. She joins Mariann to discuss how her political aspirations intersect with her love of promoting healthy, ethical food choices and introducing people to plant-based foods. A firm believer in the power of the dollar, Pearl explains how we send businesses a strong message when we choose to purchase food that is good for us. She also shares how she started Le Twisted Spoon, a community of...

2021-10-231h 12

Haunted Vermont S1 Ep 5: The Caverly PreventoriumPittsford Haunted House, was once known as The Caverly Preventorium or “The Vermont Sanitorium”. Housing 100 patients that contracted the dreaded disease at the time with no cure, tuberculous. It held dark experiments from doctors, and lost fundings eventually leading to it’s closure in 1967. It became part of what is now known as the Vermont Police Academy and then went to the Vermont Fire Department, where even today it is opened to the public during October for their annual Pittsford Haunted House. Back in the fall of 2013, film makers Owen Mulligan and Jay Vos contacted Paul Dulski who ru...

2021-10-2111 min

The Wonder Women Tech Show A Guiding Light in the Face of Adversity with Lisa Borders, Founder & CEO of Golden Glow MediaOur season two premiere guest is none other than the amazing Lisa Borders, who has held extraordinary positions such as President of the WNBA, CEO of TIMES UP, and Vice Mayor of the City of Atlanta. Now Lisa is compounding her knowledge and experience into her very own company, Golden Glow Media. With three decades of leadership experience, Lisa is a fountain of knowledge when it comes to staying grounded as an agent of change.Listen in as Lisa Borders and Lisa Mae Brunson - Host of the Podcast and Founder of Wonder Women Tech - discuss...

2021-10-0555 min $Talkin\' Trash Roc$

Talkin' Trash Roc Ep 37: Ice Cream Summer-Pittsford Dairy vs. Eat Me Summer is upon us, and the Pals are kicking back with some locally churned ice cream to determine which will "cream" will rise to the top! This week, we review Pittsford Farms Dairy and Eat Me Ice Cream (technically not cream).

2021-08-061h 03

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians YFNL - Episode 5: It’s All Reading!: Print Books, eBooks, and AudiobooksYour Friendly Neighborhood Librarians are back with a new episode full of bookish banter! On the podcast this month we discuss the benefits of different types of reading formats and hear an enlightening interview with Alison Meyers, the executive director of Rochester’s literary arts center Writers & Books. As always, your co-hosts Robyn and Jim dish out some great recommendations and we hear all about everything happening at PCL this month. This is the final episode of season one of Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians, but check back in November for the first episode of season two! Recommendations... The Dutch House by...

2021-08-0145 min

WDKX Wake Up Club: Black Bear Sighting In PittsfordMultiple bear sightings have been reported in Pittsford in the last week.

2021-07-1404 min

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians YFNL - Episode 4: Reading During the SummerThis month, Jim and Robyn talk all things reading during the summer: the best books to take on vacation, what a beach read truly is, and, of course, summer reading at PCL. Join them for conversations with Rachel Pazda, circulation supervisor at PCL, and Liz Bauld, The Storybook Cook. Stick around for their favorite summer reads and to hear about everything that's coming up at PCL. Recommended this month... - S*** Actually by Lindy West - Aristotle & Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Sáenz - Sincerely, Y...

2021-07-0454 min

The Viti+Culture Podcast S1 EP0010 - In the VineyardSeason 1, Episode 0010Finger Lakes Viticulture – June 10, 2021There is no denying it, the growing season is going strong so far. With warm temperatures, and adequate, but not excessive precipitation, I’m feeling good about 2021.I’m also feeling great about this podcast, and the many projects going on at our winery. We are gaining hundreds of new listeners, without any real advertisement so far. Word of mouth seems to be spreading, and I am receiving some great feedback. As a reminder, the best way to help the show grow is to rate the show with 5 stars in A...

2021-06-1006 min

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians YFNL - Episode 3: James Patterson for BeginnersThis month Jim and Robyn talk with library page Roberta about their experience reading James Patterson for the first time, chat with Assistant Director Kate Procious about true crime, discuss digital newspapers with Library Director Amanda Madigan, and hear all about the events that are coming up in June. Recommendations this month... Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman We Are Okay by Nina LaCour A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara

2021-06-0643 min

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians YFNL - Episode 2: Book to Movie AdaptationsYour Friendly Neighborhood Librarians are back this month with a discussion perfectly timed for Oscar season: book-to-movie adaptations! Hear an interview with Vinise Bobrov, children's librarian at PCL, and tune in for recommendations, information about upcoming events, and a hint at next month's episode. Recommended this month... Drawn Together by Mihn Le Dragon Pearl (Rick Riordan Presents) by Yoon Ha Lee Trick Mirror by Jia Tolentino When I Grow Up I Want to Be a List of Further Possibilities by Chen Chen Interior Chinatown by Charles Wu...

2021-05-0230 min

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians YFNL - Episode 1: Reading During The PandemicThe first full episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians, PCL's podcast, is now available! Tune in for a discussion of reading during the pandemic, an interview with PCL's director Amanda Madigan, book recommendations, and information about all of our upcoming events. Like us? Don't forget to hit that "subscribe" button.

2021-04-0231 min

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians April TeaserNeed more bookish banter in your life? Then tune in to Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarians, the monthly podcast from the Pittsford Community Library. Each episode features an assortment of fun segments hosted by PCL librarians Robyn and Jim, from book discussions and recommendations to interviews with special guests and programming updates.

2021-03-1903 min

Rochester Business Connections ROC #16: Consulting is the best way to help w/Joshua Thurston of The Brighton-Pittsford AgencyEpisode sixteen w/ Joshua Thurston of the Brighton-Pittsford Agency Reach out to Josh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-thurston-44118b70/ http://brightonpittsfordagency.com/ ---- Check out the Rochester Business Connections website: www.rochesterbusinessconnections.com Listen on... Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/6GIUXbsHXx0…UKSNmUJlGNzm6orw Itunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/roch…ns/id1537115928 Soundcloud: soundcloud.com/rbconnections/sets/rochesterbusinessconnections - Watch the show on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vzp28NWqvB8&list=PL65IVoRZP4EDkHIDMaLgDdtYqwMaglMsF Follow me... Facebook: www.facebook.com/balbertmarketing Instagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert

2020-11-2325 min

Real Business Connections Consulting is the best way to help w/Joshua Thurston of The Brighton-Pittsford Agency (ROC #16)Episode sixteen w/ Joshua Thurston of the Brighton-Pittsford Agency Reach out to Josh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-thurston-44118b70/ http://brightonpittsfordagency.com/ ---- Check out the Rochester Business Connections website: www.rochesterbusinessconnections.com Listen on... Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/6GIUXbsHXx0…UKSNmUJlGNzm6orw Itunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/roch…ns/id1537115928 Soundcloud: soundcloud.com/rbconnections/sets/rochesterbusinessconnections - Watch the show on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vzp28NWqvB8&list=PL65IVoRZP4EDkHIDMaLgDdtYqwMaglMsF Follow me... Facebook: www.facebook.com/balbertmarketing Instagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert

2020-11-2325 min

The Innerloop Podcast TGC Classics - Pittsford StinksAnother classic Gentlemen's Club episode. We talk about why Pittsford stinks! Get exclusive and extended episodes at www.patreon.com/thegentlemensclub

2020-10-2029 min

Your First Million 38. Leanne Pittsford - Lesbians Who TechIn 2012, Leanne Pittsford created a Facebook event for lesbians working in the San Francisco tech industry. Now, Lesbians Who Tech has hosted six summits in addition to dozens of other events around the world. And in 2020, they will host the first virtual Pride Summit. It’s the largest LGBTQ community of technologists in the world. But it’s not just for lesbians – everyone is invited to support and attend the events! Leanne and I chat about why our community needs this, how she provides value to businesses, and the importance of reclaiming the word lesbian. Did yo...

2020-05-0238 min

Talking Out Your Glass podcast Hallie Monroe The Nature of Hallie Monroe's Autonomous Panels With nature as her muse, stained glass artist Hallie Monroe recently completed two ground-breaking autonomous panels. The first references a recent study on octopus intelligence. It depicts her imaginings of what cephalopods could do with the car keys, sunglasses and smartphones routinely dropped overboard and into the ocean by humans. The other illustrates the heart-wrenching effects of 2019's summer fires on the world's wildlife. "These are not your grandmother's church windows. I wanted to explore topics that go beyond the blonde Jesus interpretations I have painted so many...

2020-03-0600 min

Thriving Forward Dr. Dave TopaDavid Topa, MD spent his childhood in Pittsburgh and Cleveland before attending the University of Dayton, from which he graduated Magna Cum Laude. He attended the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and served as a national board member to the student section of the Association of American Medical Colleges. Serving as Chief Resident of Outpatient Pediatrics during his third year of residency, he completed his training in Pediatrics at the Golisano Children’s Hospital at Strong (GCHaS) and subsequently joined Pittsford Pediatric Associates. Since joining Pittsford Pediatrics, he has advocated for Monroe County to improve Child Protective Se...

2020-02-1925 min

"#HVpucks"#HVpucks S4 Ep. 9: PittsfordIn this episode of "#HVpucks" I chat with Steve Thering, Head Coach of the Pittsford Panthers Varsity Hockey Team. Enjoy!

2020-01-2515 min

Queery with Cameron Esposito Leanne PittsfordEntepreneur Leanne Pittsford sits down with Cameron to discuss founding and running Lesbians Who Tech. This episode is sponsored by Penguin Random House.

2019-10-0657 min

Breaking Into Startups #104: Leanne Pittsford - Founder of Lesbians Who Tech & Tech Jobs TourThere are half a million open tech jobs, and yet, diversity in tech continues to be a problem. The key is in building relationships and connecting people with the right companies that need their skills the most. Leanne Pittsford is the founder of Lesbians Who Tech, the largest LGBTQ community of technologists in the world with over 40,000 members. She is also the founder of Tech Jobs Tour, connecting diverse, underrepresented, and nontraditional talent with companies across the country. Among other companies she has created are include.io, and Lean Impact. Fun fact about Leanne is when she’s not helping pe...

2018-10-3100 min

Everything Co-op with Vernon Oakes Gary Pittsford, CFP® President of Castle Wealth AdvisorsGary Pittsford, CFP®, President of Castle Wealth Advisors, appears on Everything Co-op. Vernon and Gary discuss succession planning, the transition from individual ownership to worker owned businesses, and the world of purchasing co-ops. Castle Wealth Advisors is a private wealth management firm based in Indianapolis, IN. For 45 years, Gary has worked with hundreds of family business owners in all 50 states, helping them with retirement and estate planning strategies to protect their businesses and their net worth, as well as providing one on one business consulting, business valuations and succession planning. Gary is deeply involved with the National Cooperative Business Association i...

2018-07-0852 min

Pantsuit Nation Podcast Leanne Pittsford on Lesbians Who TechThis week we talk to Leanne Pittsford, founder and CEO of Lesbians who Tech, and all around top notch badass. She tells us about the origins of her company, and how her work at Lesbians Who Tech has lead her to bringing even more members of marginalized communities in to tech jobs. We use the Golden Pantsuit to honor a young leader from Florida, and remind you that the DACA fight is ongoing.

2018-03-0128 min

Rádio Transmundial - Sons do Coração PodCast EP55: Scaling Lesbians Who Tech -- An interview with founder and CEO Leanne PittsfordIn this episode, we talk with Leanne Pittsford founder and CEO of Lesbians Who Tech about how she has scaled her business from start up to over 25,000 queer women and allies strong. Lesbians Who Tech, which is increasing visibility and improving representation among LGBTQ women in the tech sector on a global scale. Leanne talks about how she has been able to make this all happen from a kernel of an idea to the White House and beyond. She shares all the steps she took along the way and offers valuable advice all fempreneurs should here. Launching Lesbians Who Tech...

2018-02-2835 min

Newsletter and Sermon Archive | First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford Sermon from 5/21//17: PARTIAL TRUTH 5 GOD SAID IT, I BELIEVE IT, THAT SETTLES IT - Rev. Bruce BoakSermon and Worship service from 5/21/2017 at First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford based on Deuteronomy 23:12-14 Matthew 5:17-20 Leviticus 19:19 1 Timothy 2:11-12

2017-05-2400 min

Newsletter and Sermon Archive | First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford Sermon and Worship Service from 1/1/17: Let’s Keep Herod in Christmas The 4th King - Rev. Bruce BoakSermon and Worship service from 1/1/2017 at First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford based on:Isaiah Isaiah 63:7-9 Psalm 148 Hebrews 2:10-18 Matthew 2:13-23 Ecclesiastes 3:1-13 Psalm 8 Revelation 21:1-6a Matthew 25:31-46

2017-01-0500 min

Newsletter and Sermon Archive | First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford Sermon and Worship Service from 12/18/16: Naming Rights - Rev. Bruce BoakSermon and Worship service from 12/18/2016 at First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford based on:Isaiah 7:10-16 Psalm 80:1-7, 17-19 Romans 1:1-7 Matthew 1:18-25

2016-12-2000 min

Degrees of Diversity Lack of Teacher Diversity Impacts the Rochester SuburbsOn a recent afternoon, Musette Castle was sifting through a stack of books on her dining room table: The Old Man and the Sea by Hemingway; Dubliners by Joyce; Catch 22 by Heller. The books come from her grandson Louis’ high school English class reading list. Castle, who is African-American, pointed out that the authors and protagonists are almost all white. “My children graduated from Pittsford schools in the ’80s," Castle said. "They’re still reading the same books. Not that they aren’t great books — they are great books. But students don’t get the opportunity to see different points of view.” Loui...

2016-12-0706 min

Newsletter and Sermon Archive | First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford Sermon and Worship Service from 12/4/16: The Two Rs of Advent - Rev. Bruce BoakSermon and Worship service from 12/4/2016 at First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford based on:Isaiah 11:1-10 Psalm 72:1-7, 18-19 Romans 15:4-13 Matthew 3:1-12

2016-12-0600 min

Newsletter and Sermon Archive | First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford Sermon and Worship Service from 11/27/16: TRIVIAL PURSUIT - Rev. Bruce BoakSermon and Worship service from 11/27/2016 at First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford based on:Isaiah 2:1-5 Psalm 122:1-9 Romans 13:11-14 Matthew 24:36-44

2016-11-2900 min

Newsletter and Sermon Archive | First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford Sermon and Worship Service from 11/20/16: The Complete Christ - Rev. Carrie MitchellSermon and Worship service from 11/20/2016 at First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford based on: Jeremiah 23:1-6 Psalm 46 Colossians 1:11-20 Luke 23:33-43

2016-11-2300 min

Newsletter and Sermon Archive | First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford Sermon and Worship Service from 11/13/16: Utopia - Rev. Bruce BoakSermon and Worship service from 11/13/2016 at First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford based on: Isaiah 65:17-25 Isaiah 12 or Psalm 98 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13 Luke 21:5-19

2016-11-2300 min

Newsletter and Sermon Archive | First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford Sermon and Worship Service from 11/6/16: Love Generously - Rev. Bruce BoakSermon and Worship service from 11/6/2016 at First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford based on: Haggai 1:15b-2:9 Psalm 145:1-5, 17-21 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17 Luke 20:27-38

2016-11-1000 min

Newsletter and Sermon Archive | First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford Sermon and Worship Service from 10/30/16: GIVE FREELY - Rev. Bruce BoakSermon and Worship service from 10/30/2016 at First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford based on Matthew 7:1-12 Deuteronomy 15:1-10 Proverbs 11:24-25 Matthew 6:1-4 Mark 12:35-44 Luke 6:27-38 Romans 12:4-8 2 Corinthians 9:6-12 James 2:14-18

2016-11-0100 min

Newsletter and Sermon Archive | First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford Sermon and Worship Service from 10/23/16: Keep Your Promises - Rev. Bruce BoakSermon and Worship service from 10/23/2016 at First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford based on John 15:9-25;2 Peter 3:1-9; Joshua 23:1-3, 9-10; 14-16; 2 Corinthians 7;1

2016-10-2700 min

Newsletter and Sermon Archive | First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford Sunday Sermon: EnJoy Life by Rev. Bruce BoakSermon and Worship service from 10/16/2016 at First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford based on 1 Peter 3:8-22

2016-10-2000 min

Newsletter and Sermon Archive | First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford Sermon and Worship Service from 10/9/16: Beyond Belief - Rev. Carrie MitchellSermon and Worship service from 10/9/2016 at First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford based on Genesis 15:1-6, John 14:1-6

2016-10-1300 min

Newsletter and Sermon Archive | First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford Sermon and Worship Service from 10/2/16: WORK HARD - Rev. Bruce BoakSermon and Worship service from 10/2/2016 at First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford based on Matthew 19:16-22 Proverbs 13:4 Colossians 3:17 Proverbs 6:6-8 Psalm 128:2 Exodus 18:18-23 Lectionary Texts: Lamentations 1:1-6 Psalm 137 2 Timothy 1:1-14 Luke 17:5-10

2016-10-0500 min

Newsletter and Sermon Archive | First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford Sermon and Worship Service from 9/25/16: BE GRATEFUL - Rev. Bruce BoakSermon and Worship service from 9/25/2016 at First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford based on Luke 14:13-14 1 Chronicles 16:34 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Colossians 3:17 Philippians 4:6 Jeremiah 32:1-3a, 6-15 Psalm 91:1-6, 14-16 1 Timothy 6:6-19 Luke 16:19-31

2016-09-2800 min

Newsletter and Sermon Archive | First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford Sermon and Worship Service from 9/18/16: Summer Is Ended - Rev. Carrie MitchellSermon and Worship service from 9/18/2016 at First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford based on Jeremiah 8:14-9:1 Luke 16:1-12

2016-09-2200 min

Newsletter and Sermon Archive | First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford Sermon and Worship Service from 9/11/16: Abandoned in the Wilderness - Rev. Bruce BoakSermon and Worship service from 9/11/2016 at First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford based on Jeremiah 4:11-12, 22-28 Psalm 14 1 Timothy 1:12-17 Luke 15:1-10

2016-09-1400 min

Newsletter and Sermon Archive | First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford 7/17/16: Difficult DecisionsSermon and Worship service from 7/17/2016 at First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford based on Amos 8.1-12, Psalm 52,Colossians 1:15-28, Luke 10:38-42, Luke 9:51-62

2016-07-2500 min

Newsletter and Sermon Archive | First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford Harvest HandsSermon and Worship service from 7/3/2016 at First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford based on Galatians 6:9 Luke 10:2

2016-07-0800 min

Unleashed: The Pet Show Connections: Unleashed - Communicating With Your PetsThis month on Unleashed, we focus on how to better communicate with your pets: how to read their body language, how to improve their behavior, and how to notice signs of illness. Veterinarian Dr. Todd Wihlen from the Animal Hospital of Pittsford is in studio to answer your questions about pet health and well being. Plus, WXXI’s Beth Adams speaks with animal communicator Janet Ridgeway, who strives to transform the relationships between people and their pets. Our guests: Todd Wihlen , DVM, hospital director at the Animal Hospital of Pittsford Janet Ridgeway , animal communicator

2016-03-1850 min

Newsletter and Sermon Archive | First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford Sermon 3/13/16: Scent of a Wasteful Woman - Rev, Bruce BoakSermon and Worship service from 3/13/2016 at First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford based on Isaiah 43:16-21 Psalm 126 Philippians 3:4b-14 John 12:1-8

2016-03-1500 min

Newsletter and Sermon Archive | First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford Sermon 3/6/16: THE DAY THE MANNA DIEDSermon and Worship service from 3/6/16 at First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford based on Joshua 5:9-12 Psalm 32 2 Corinthians 5:16-21 Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32

2016-03-1100 min

Newsletter and Sermon Archive | First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford Sunday Sermon: Youth ServiceYouth service at First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford

2016-02-1100 min

Newsletter and Sermon Archive | First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford Sunday Sermon: If Only - Rev. Bruce boakSermon and Worship service from January 31, 2016 at First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford based on Luke 4:21-30

2016-02-0900 min

Newsletter and Sermon Archive | First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford Sunday Sermon: Enduring the 2nd notice - Rev. Bruce BoakSermon and Worship service from December 6, 2015 at First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford based on Luke 3:1-6

2015-12-0800 min

Indie Book Publishing Julea Calli, Russell Aitken, Fran Traill, & Nicki Myszka , Emily L. PittsfordIndie Book Publishing order of interviews for the 11/15/15 show: 5:00-6:00 PM EST 1. “Souls Sits Waiting: Poetry and Lyrical Collaborations”; by Julea Calli 2. “The Power Of Me”; by Russell Aitken, Fran Traill, & Nicki Myszka 3. “A Most Incredible Witness”; by Emily L. Pittsford

2015-11-1336 min

Newsletter and Sermon Archive | First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford Sunday Sermon: Widow’s Wisdom - Rev. Carrie MitchellSermon and Worship service from November 8, 2015 at First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford based on Mark 12:38-44

2015-11-1000 min

Newsletter and Sermon Archive | First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford Sunday Sermon: All Stars - Rev. Bruce BoakSermon and Worship service from November 1, 2015 at First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford based on John 11:32-44

2015-11-0400 min

Indie Book Publishing Russell Aitken, Fran Traill, & Nicki Myszka , Emily L. Pittsford, Keith A. KlafehnIndie Book Publishing order of interviews for the 11/1/15 show: 5:00-6:00 PM EST 1. “The Power Of Me”; by Russell Aitken, Fran Traill, & Nicki Myszka 2. “A Most Incredible Witness”; by Emily L. Pittsford 3. “It Was a Privilege to Care for Her”; by Keith A. Klafehn

2015-10-3043 min

Newsletter and Sermon Archive | First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford Sunday Sermon: Celebrity Star Wars - Rev. Bruce BoakSermon and Worship service from 10/25/2015 at First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford based on Mark 13:35

2015-10-2800 min

Newsletter and Sermon Archive | First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford Sunday Sermon: Start Small - Rev. Carrie MitchellWorship service and sermon at First Presbyterian Church of Pittsford NY on October 18, 2015 based on Hebrews 11:8-16

2015-10-2100 min