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LikeableAda DetskiThis Week we’re joined by the very funny Ada Detski a stand up comic from Staten Island who’s making a name for herself as one of the best in New York Ada Detski……….Are you “Likable”? Stand Up Comedian David Stickle and his friends chat about open mics, booking shows, and writing new bits. Explore stand up comedy from an entry level perspective. Disclaimer: Likable is a comedy based podcast. We're experts in absolutely nothing and should not be taken seriously. Consider this your daily dose of questionable wisdom and guaranteed hilarity (we hope). Proc...2025-06-251h 05

LikeableHannah KrasnowHannah Krasnow sits down to discuss her comedy experience as a seasoned female comic and mental health. Hannah Krasnow……….Are you “Likable”? Stand Up Comedian David Stickle and his friends chat about open mics, booking shows, and writing new bits. Explore stand up comedy from an entry level perspective. Disclaimer: Likable is a comedy based podcast. We're experts in absolutely nothing and should not be taken seriously. Consider this your daily dose of questionable wisdom and guaranteed hilarity (we hope). Proceed with caution (and a healthy dose of skepticism)." Follow us on instagram @davidstick...2025-06-181h 11

LikeableAJ EllisAJ Ellis joins the pod for a quick discusson on parenting and being a husband, but mostly comedy (what we really care about) AJ Ellis……….Are you “Likable”? Stand Up Comedian David Stickle and his friends chat about open mics, booking shows, and writing new bits. Explore stand up comedy from an entry level perspective. Disclaimer: Likable is a comedy based podcast. We're experts in absolutely nothing and should not be taken seriously. Consider this your daily dose of questionable wisdom and guaranteed hilarity (we hope). Proceed with caution (and a healthy dose of skepticism...2025-06-041h 11

LikeableShawn BarnesComedian Shawn Barnes joins us to discuss his hatred to bridge traffic and love for producing films. Check out any of his many movies, and his podcast Supersalad on all platforms. Shawn Barnes…….Are you “Likable”? Stand Up Comedian David Stickle and his friends chat about open mics, booking shows, and writing new bits. Explore stand up comedy from an entry level perspective. Disclaimer: Likable is a comedy based podcast. We're experts in absolutely nothing and should not be taken seriously. Consider this your daily dose of questionable wisdom and guaranteed hilarity (we hope). Proceed...2025-05-2852 min

LikeableMeeti Purani: Toe-tally FunnyMeeti sits down with me to discuss why we need to de-stigmatize foot fetishes Meeti Purani……….Are you “Likable”? Stand Up Comedian David Stickle and his friends chat about open mics, booking shows, and writing new bits. Explore stand up comedy from an entry level perspective. Disclaimer: Likable is a comedy based podcast. We're experts in absolutely nothing and should not be taken seriously. Consider this your daily dose of questionable wisdom and guaranteed hilarity (we hope). Proceed with caution (and a healthy dose of skepticism)." Follow us on instagram @davidsticklecomedy @meeeeeettz Likeable is filmed...2025-05-2135 min

LikeableGabe Baldizzi: In Local News.Disclaimer: Gabe and I have a nice convo, however this episode was recorded days after we learned some upsetting news about a friend. The convo isn’t easy. Gabe Baldizzi and ……….Are you “Likable”? Stand Up Comedian David Stickle and his friends chat about open mics, booking shows, and writing new bits. Explore stand up comedy from an entry level perspective. Disclaimer: Likable is a comedy based podcast. We're experts in absolutely nothing and should not be taken seriously. Consider this your daily dose of questionable wisdom and guaranteed hilarity (we hope). Proceed with caution (and a healthy dose...2025-05-141h 12

LikeableThe Road DawgsThis was one of my first recorded episodes with my two friends The Road Dawgs. Gabe Baldizzi and Kristina M……….Are you “Likable”? Stand Up Comedian David Stickle and his friends chat about open mics, booking shows, and writing new bits. Explore stand up comedy from an entry level perspective. Disclaimer: Likable is a comedy based podcast. We're experts in absolutely nothing and should not be taken seriously. Consider this your daily dose of questionable wisdom and guaranteed hilarity (we hope). Proceed with caution (and a healthy dose of skepticism)." Follow us on instagram @davidsticklecomedy @6abeb @stee...2025-05-1458 min

LikeableElizabeth Becz, The EnemyOn this episode Elizabeth and I talk about why we HATE each other. We go over her current “Rookie of the Year” status dubbed by Michael Agunbiade, and we form a life long friendship. Elizabeth Becz……….Are you “Likable”? Stand Up Comedian David Stickle and his friends chat about open mics, booking shows, and writing new bits. Explore stand up comedy from an entry level perspective. Disclaimer: Likable is a comedy based podcast. We're experts in absolutely nothing and should not be taken seriously. Consider this your daily dose of questionable wisdom and guaranteed hilarity (we hope). Proceed with c...2025-05-071h 08

LikeableGeordan MallasGeordan Mallas……….Are you “Likable”? Stand Up Comedian David Stickle and his friends chat about open mics, booking shows, and writing new bits. Explore stand up comedy from an entry level perspective. Disclaimer: Likable is a comedy based podcast. We're experts in absolutely nothing and should not be taken seriously. Consider this your daily dose of questionable wisdom and guaranteed hilarity (we hope). Proceed with caution (and a healthy dose of skepticism)." Follow us on instagram @davidsticklecomedy @geordanfromtheinternet @freudmaywether Likeable is filmed and recorded with Radio Free Rhinecliff. Thank you to Jen Hammod and Matthew Rosenberg...2025-04-3043 min

LikeableJakob GleasonJakob Gleason……….Are you “Likable”? Stand Up Comedian David Stickle and his friends chat about open mics, booking shows, and writing new bits. Explore stand up comedy from an entry level perspective. Disclaimer: Likable is a comedy based podcast. We're experts in absolutely nothing and should not be taken seriously. Consider this your daily dose of questionable wisdom and guaranteed hilarity (we hope). Proceed with caution (and a healthy dose of skepticism)." Follow us on instagram @davidsticklecomedy @jakobson7 Likeable is filmed and recorded with Radio Free Rhinecliff. Thank you to Jen Hammod and Matthew Rosenberg our produc...2025-04-2354 min

LikeableAJ JordanAJ Jordan……….Are you “Likable”? Stand Up Comedian David Stickle and his friends chat about open mics, booking shows, and writing new bits. Explore stand up comedy from an entry level perspective. Disclaimer: Likable is a comedy based podcast. We're experts in absolutely nothing and should not be taken seriously. Consider this your daily dose of questionable wisdom and guaranteed hilarity (we hope). Proceed with caution (and a healthy dose of skepticism). Follow us on instagram @davidsticklecomedy @comedybyaj Likeable is filmed and recorded with Radio Free Rhinecliff. Thank you to Jen Hammod and...2025-04-0950 min

The Catch UpThe Catch Up: Episode 1The Catch Up is a podcast produced by The Daily Catch in conjunction with Radio Free Rhinecliff. The Daily Catch is the local newspaper for the towns of Rhinebeck and Red Hook in New York's Hudson Valley region. In the podcast we discuss recent stories that have appeared in The Daily Catch. We take listeners "inside the news" to help them understand how we report stories for our paper. In this first episode, Publisher Walter Mullin and Editor-in-Chief Emily Sachar discuss the recent story of the scandal at the LeClerc Martial Arts Academy and the upcoming town...2025-03-1521 min

Drinking on the EdgeAt the Rhinebeck Farmers MarketIn preparation for Radio Free Rhinecliff's October 27 appearance at Rhinebeck's popular Sunday farmers market, David discovers its local creators of 100% New York-sourced and -produced beers, wines, spirits. Joined by farmers Market manager Andrea Bartolomeo with representatives from Harvest Spirits, Taconic Distillery, From the Ground Brewery, Tousey Winery, Ten Mile Distillery Produced by Matty Rosenberg, Jennifer Hammoud and David Furer at Radio Free Rhinecliff 2024-07-1023 min

The Week That WasA Review of the News for the Week of July 1, 2024A Review of the News for the Week of July 1, 2024 Produced by Brian Rooney for Radio Free Rhinecliff Send comments to: comments@radiofreerhinecliff.org 2024-07-0604 min

The Week That WasA review of The Week of June 24th, 2024A review of The Week of June 24th, 2024 Produced by Brian Rooney for Radio Free Rhinecliff Send comments to: comments@radiofreerhinecliff.org 2024-06-2906 min

GynoCuriousA Perspective on Family PlanningDr. Rachel Masch s a Clinical Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Mount Sinai medical school and is board certified in Complex Family Planning. She is the co Medical Director of the division of family planning at Mt sinai Beth Israel in NYC. She has a masters in public health from Columbia University and serves as the Chief Medical Officer of Basic Health International (BHI), a nonprofit organization that works toward eradicating cervical cancer worldwide. Dr. Masch helps GynoCurious examine the state of family planning and abortion services in the US. The very fluid legislative activity in the US...2024-06-2748 min

The Week That WasA Review of the Week of June 17, 2024A Review of the Week of June 17, 2024 Produced by Brian Rooney for Radio Free Rhinecliff Send comments to: comments@radiofreerhinecliff.org 2024-06-2206 min

Drinking on the EdgeBeers Sourced As Local As ImaginableWhile brewing beer's a sideline for engineer Jake Cirell, it's a tangent which he's kept close for decades since his college days. His From the Ground Brewery, located on the noted Migliorelli family's farms, is a weekend attraction for locals and the occasional visitor to the mid-Hudson Valley. What makes FrG special is Jake's adherence to VERY locally sourced barley--courtesy of the Migliorellis--and hops grown in Rhinebeck. t He shared with David and producer Jenn a few of his crafty creations 'From the Ground' into our glasses in-studio for DotE. Produced by Matty Rosenberg, Jennifer Hammoud and...2024-06-2122 min

GynoCuriousVulva Views - Feminine HygieneAmy and Allison discuss the billion dollar industry in feminine products promoting vaginal/vulvar hygiene. They review that clean vaginas are not necessarily healthy ones. They speak about the ways in which the vaginal Ph and the microbiome can be interrupted. With a sense of humor and science they explore the long standing media messages that imply vaginas are dirty and our need to vigilantly clean them. Questions of comments? Call 845-307-7446 or email comments@radiofreerhinecliff.org Produced by Jennifer Hammoud and Matty Rosenberg @ Radio Free Rhinecliff 2024-06-2035 min

The Week That WasA Review of the Week of June 10th, 2024A review of the week of June 10th, 2024 Produced by Brian Rooney for Radio Free Rhinecliff Send comments to: comments@radiofreerhinecliff.org 2024-06-1505 min

Drinking on the EdgeAlbariño's Other Left CoastAlbariño has come a long way in two decades. Unknown beyond its Galician home until the '90s, its fame and farming have spread from Spain's Atlantic Ocean-facing Rias Baixas to the US where it's found homes throughout the west. Its fecundity and deliciousness make for pleasurable production and consumption. Umpqua Valley's Abacela Winery,, Sonoma County's Marimar Torres Estate, and Horse Heaven HIlls' Coyote Canyon Winery have been pioneers with this aromatic variety in their respective states. Produced by Matty Rosenberg, Jennifer Hammoud and David Furer at Radio Free Rhinecliff 2024-06-1154 min

The Week That WasA Review of the week of May 27, 2024A Review of the week of May 27, 2024. Produced by Brian Rooney for Radio Free Rhinecliff Send comments to: comments@radiofreerhinecliff.org 2024-06-0100 min

GynoCuriousUlcerative Colitis Part TwoJennifer Ciotta shares further information about healing from a life threatening ulcerative colitis flare in 2021. She tells GynoCurious the lessons she has learned about diet and lifestyle and her individual decisions about treatments. She reviews allopathic and complementary approaches in healing. Jennifer describes the additional diagnosis of mold toxicity and its relationship with her UC and how she incorporates that diagnosis into her overall way of life. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ulcerative-colitis-autoimmune-healing-journey/id1620943512 https://www.radiofreerhinecliff.org/the-rhinebeck-scoop.html Questions of comments? Call 845-307-7446 or email comments@radiofreerhinecliff.org Produced...2024-05-301h 00

Drinking on the EdgeHudson Valley Apple (and Grain) SpiritsCo-host Carlo DeVito joins David for a peek into the HV's oldest craft distillery with Derek Grout of Valatie's Harvest @ Golden Farms and what's likely one undergoing the fastest expansion with Andrew Richards of Millbrook's Shady Knoll. Both are heavily invested in the production and distillation of apples, a fruit first spread throughout and beyond the HV by the legendary Johnny Appleseed. But in keeping with the times, Shady Knoll and Harvest also fashion terrific whiskies from 100% Hudson Valley grains, topping out at national competitions with both iterations. Produced by Matty Rosenberg, Jennifer Hammoud and David Furer...2024-05-2900 min

The Week That WasA Review of the week of May 20, 2024A Review of the week of May 20, 2024 Produced by Brian Rooney for Radio Free Rhinecliff Send comments to: comments@radiofreerhinecliff.org 2024-05-2500 min

GynoCuriousVulva Views - TIGHTVulva Views reviews the history of corsets, plastic surgery and the social norms that have challenged women into fitting into/accommodating the expectations for tight bodies and youthful appearances. Questions of comments? Call 845-307-7446 or email comments@radiofreerhinecliff.org Produced by Jennifer Hammoud and Matty Rosenberg @ Radio Free Rhinecliff 2024-05-2340 min

The Week That WasThe week of May 13, 2024A review of the news for the the week of May 13, 2024 Produced by Brian Rooney for Radio Free Rhinecliff Send comments to: comments@radiofreerhinecliff.org 2024-05-1800 min

GynoCuriousDomestic Violence, all too prevalent!Dr. Branka Bryan, clinical psychologist, joins GynoCurious to discuss the sobering reality of domestic violence. One out of every third woman in the US has experienced rape, physical violence and/or stalking by an intimate partner in their lifetime. This is truly a staggering statistic. As the executive director of the Grace Smith House, a resource for women and their families who are victims of domestic violence, Branka talks about identifying abuse and options for victims. With grace and kindness, Branka leads her team and the Grace Smith house; providing emergency shelter, transitional housing and community based services for...2024-05-1650 min

Drinking on the EdgeSwiss Grapes & Wines - Up On HighAs one of the world's foremost wine grape geneticists, Dr. José Vouillamoz is a much sought after speaker at wine academic, scientific, and business conferences. The author of Swiss Grapes - History and Origin (available in English and French) previously collaborated with Master of Wine Jancis Robinson and has spoken at numerous events David directed. He Zooms in to DotE from his home in Switzerland's Valais region to join David and episode co-host Kevin Pike, proprietor of importer Schatzi Wines and a previous DotE guest with his Branchwater Farms in nearby Milan, for a detailed look into Switzerland's grapes, w...2024-05-1400 min

Drinking on the EdgeNew Orleans Birth's BourbonCo-host Carlo DeVito helps David welcome the Crescent City's only distillery crafting bourbon, Seven Three. Luka Cutura and Kelsey Gooch share their journeys, insights, and their 3 bourbons with the DotE crew. Featured amongst them is the soon-to-be released Whiskey Tree, its moniker harkening to an historic and still existent large tree which once served as a trading post for enterprising, discreet Louisiana whiskey aficionados and traders. Produced by Matty Rosenberg, Jennifer Hammoud and David Furer at Radio Free Rhinecliff 2024-05-1000 min

The Week That WasThe Week of April 29, 2024Review of The Week of April 29, 2024 Produced by Brian Rooney for Radio Free Rhinecliff Send comments to: comments@radiofreerhinecliff.org 2024-05-0400 min

The Week That WasThe Week of April 22, 2024The Week of April 22, 2024 Produced by Brian Rooney for Radio Free Rhinecliff Send comments to: comments@radiofreerhinecliff.org 2024-04-2700 min

Drinking on the EdgeAlsace Rocks NYC - 6 Years OnFrance's Alsace region has built its reputation with a wide diversity of single varietal and vastly dry, still wines grown upon a patchwork of soils positioned between the moderating effects of the Vosges Mountains and the Rhine River. On Monday, April 29 Alsace Rocks returns to New York after a six-year absence. Produced by Matty Rosenberg, Jennifer Hammoud and David Furer at Radio Free Rhinecliff 2024-04-2500 min

The Week That WasThe Week of April 15, 2024The Week of April 15, 2024. Produced by Brian Rooney for Radio Free Rhinecliff Send comments to: comments@radiofreerhinecliff.org 2024-04-2000 min

The Week That WasThe End of the Simpson SagaNews events the week of April 8, 2024 Produced by Brian Rooney for Radio Free Rhinecliff Send comments to: comments@radiofreerhinecliff.org 2024-04-1300 min

Drinking on the EdgeVote Your Wallet Naturally - Fine Wines from PalestineWhile wines have been grown and vinified in what's now Palestine for millennia, the modern context for these wines began during the late 19th century Cremisan winery, founded by French monks and which continues. Cremisan's Italian-educated winemaker today works with indigenous grapes found nowhere else, and is joined likewise in the US market and on this DotE episode by Philokalia winery's self-taught owner/winemaker. Produced by Matty Rosenberg, Jennifer Hammoud and David Furer at Radio Free Rhinecliff 2024-04-1100 min

The Week That WasThe Week of April 1, 2024A review of the news from the week of April 1, 2024 Produced by Brian Rooney for Radio Free Rhinecliff Send comments to: comments@radiofreerhinecliff.org 2024-04-0600 min

Drinking on the EdgeFresh Juice --> Rum - Doing It Direct in LouisianaDotE's first co-hosted episode is a deep dive conversation with three of the Bayou state's distillers with varying foci upon the creation of rum sourced exclusively from their native sugarcane juice. Produced by Matty Rosenberg, Jennifer Hammoud and David Furer at Radio Free Rhinecliff 2024-04-0500 min

The Week That WasThe Week of March 25, 2024The week in review. Produced by Brian Rooney for Radio Free Rhinecliff Send comments to: comments@radiofreerhinecliff.org 2024-03-3000 min

The Week That WasThe Week of March 18, 2024A summary of the week's major news. Produced by Brian Rooney for Radio Free Rhinecliff Send comments to: comments@radiofreerhinecliff.org 2024-03-2305 min

Drinking on the EdgeCelebrating Nowruz with Drood Wines' Shahram SoltaniAfter 33 years working with wine, it's a rarity that David tastes wines made from new grapes or from new areas. Drood of Iran--made in Sweden-- ticks both these boxes. Its owner, Iranian native, and DotE guest Shahram Soltani harvests old vine varieties grown at 2000+ meters altitude then transports them to his new home and winemaking facility in Sweden to create his first wines from the 2021 vintage--the first in the world made from grapes originating from Iran and sold legitimately by an Iranian. Produced by Matty Rosenberg, Jennifer Hammoud and David Furer at Radio Free Rhinecliff 2024-03-2100 min

Drinking on the EdgeBarolo & Barbaresco - Nebbiolo's HeightsA 1 X 1 session in which vintner Matteo Ascheri, also the president of the consortium comprising all of Barolo's and Barbaresco's growers and wineries, expounds upon the virtues of this high-achieving red grape which--unlike the likes of Cabernet sauvignon, Pinot noir, and others--excels only in its Piemonte birthplace. Guest Name(s) Produced by Matty Rosenberg, Jennifer Hammoud and David Furer at Radio Free Rhinecliff 2024-03-1200 min

The Campaign CompanionGabi Madden - candidate New York State assemblyGabi Madden spent her childhood and youth in the Hudson Valley, and grew up working at Savona's Pizza, the family restaurant. She understands the impact government has on the small business community and the importance of good government to grow the local economy and create opportunity. Gabi learned the ins and outs of Albany right after college, by working in state government, at times fielding phone calls from local citizens and finding just the right programs and services to help them. She believes that government should be accessible to all citizens and is committed to raising the standards of...2024-02-2834 min

Drinking on the EdgeCava, A Natural ChoiceSpurred by David's pandemic period visit to Cava-land, we revisit this rising star (see DotE E1) amongst the world's bubblies talking with 3 of his favorites available for purchase throughout the US--Alta Alella, Can Suriol, Parés Balta Produced by Matty Rosenberg, Jennifer Hammoud and David Furer at Radio Free Rhinecliff.2024-02-2700 min

Drinking on the EdgeLouisiana Rum in CocktailsIn this first of a few episodes on Louisiana's indigenous craft-distilled rum production we dive into cocktails with one of the US's leading lights of combined libations, Tony Abou-Ganim. Joining Tony providing context to their native spirit are Bayou Rum's distiller Reiniel Vicente, Wildcat Brothers' owner Tait Martin, and Higgins Hotel's bar manager Aaron Warren. Tony mixes and tells tales from his life while producer Matt follows suit in-studio, Reiniel and Tait share insights into how their fine rums are made, Aaron feeds back with how these are accepted by the public at Rosie's on the Roof. ...2024-02-2000 min

Drinking on the EdgePink Bubblies of the WorldNot all great sparkling wines need be white (or clear) nor need they originate from Champagne--Australia's far-flung Tasmania, our native California, and even England lay claim to premium pinks made in a classic style and from the classic grape of Pinot noir. Our guests share their insider perspectives on why these are delicious enjoyed both with and without food, their work in creating them, and what's inspired them to pursue their craft. Produced by Matty Rosenberg, Jennifer Hammoud and David Furer at Radio Free Rhinecliff 2024-02-1300 min $Correct me if I\'m Norm$ Correct me if I'm NormSusan Golomb, literary agent to literary superstarsThis week’s guest is a punk rocker from way back, the creator and DJ of RadioFreeRhinecliff.org’s own “Mix Tape” show and a literary agent to literary superstars, Rhinecliff’s own Susan Golomb. Produced by Norm Magnusson, Jennifer Hammoud, and Matty Rosenberg @ radiofreerhinecliff.org Send comments to comments@radiofreerhinecliff.org 2024-02-091h 00

Drinking on the EdgeBhakta - Spirits Like No OtherWe are intrigued by the RARE. Only the elusive is alluring, and only the uncommon can be distinctive. The level of craft we demand precludes the mass-produced. Scarcity alone is insufficient—we pursue the EXQUISITE. Life is too short for simple swill, and too hard for ostentatious austerity. Live well. An ancient spirit is an appreciating asset. History suggests that a limited release will eventually sell for many times its original value (business tip: buy a bottle to drink and one to save). Though occasionally quixotic, we do everything with PURPOSE. The goal of BHAKTA Spirits is Revival: of ov...2024-01-1600 min

Drinking on the EdgeA Broadbent ViewBroadbent Selections and its founder dedicate themselves to the discovery and sharing of the world's fine wines to the US. Harkening from a famed English family with a history of working in wine communications and sales dating to the 1960s, 'Bollew' left for the US to proffer Ports on behalf of Portugal's Symington family then set out to create his own business. Produced by Matty Rosenberg, Jennifer Hammoud and David Furer at Radio Free Rhinecliff 2024-01-0900 min

Drinking on the EdgeBranchwater Farms' Robin Touchet & Kevin PikeHaving both worked many years as wine sales and marketing professionals, Robin Touchet and Kevin Pike purchased an existing farm in Hudson Valley's Milan. Over 9 years these partners in life and work have transformed their 100 acres Branchwater Farms into a fully integrative, farm distillery focused upon 22 acres of their own wheat and rye along with orchard and berry fruits acquired through fellow organic Hudson Valley farmers. Produced by Matty Rosenberg and David Furer at Radio Free Rhinecliff 2023-11-2800 min

Drinking on the EdgeGrenache - A Worldwide GrapeDotE's first episode featuring as many as 3 guests, all experts in varying ways concerning tonight's topic; a communicator/marketer entrenched in this variety for over a decade, a noted Australian family winemaker who's invested much of his work and reputation upon Grenache, and one of three persons possessing both Master Sommelier and Master of Wine certifications whose lasted venture is a Washington State winery that features it amongst its portfolio. Produced by Matty Rosenberg and David Furer at Radio Free Rhinecliff 2023-11-2400 min $Correct me if I\'m Norm$ Correct me if I'm NormAward-winning producer Shelby Stone talks about her experience as a black woman in HollywoodThis week’s guest is Rhinecliff film & TV producer Shelby Stone. She’s won Emmys, Golden Globes, and an NAACP award amongst others. We’ll talk about her start, her experience as a black woman in Hollywood and much more. Produced by Norm Magnusson, Jennifer Hammoud, and Matty Rosenberg @ radiofreerhinecliff.org Send comments to comments@radiofreerhinecliff.org 2023-11-1759 min $Correct me if I\'m Norm$ Correct me if I'm NormLowell Handler, Rhinecliff resident and author of “Twitch and Shout”This week’s guest produces, narrates and stars in films, was a professor of photography for 20 years and has lived with Tourette syndrome for his whole life, Rhinecliff resident and author of “Twitch and Shout,” Lowell Handler. Produced by Norm Magnusson, Jennifer Hammoud, and Matty Rosenberg @ radiofreerhinecliff.org Send comments to comments@radiofreerhinecliff.org 2023-11-101h 00

Drinking on the EdgeReyneke's Fine & Pure WinesLong time organic, now biodynamic, Reyneke Wines of South Africa's famed Stellenbosch region was one of David's favorites when visiting in 2013. Its proprietor, Johan Reyneke, recently hired Barbara Melck as his full time winemaker--and to good effect. Widely available now in the US, Reyneke wines offer great value no matter what the price level, expressing an honest and pleasant experience reflective of its namesake. Produced by Matty Rosenberg and David Furer at Radio Free Rhinecliff 2023-10-1300 min $Correct me if I\'m Norm$ Correct me if I'm NormFormer CNN anchor Kitty Pilgrim is host of “Pigrim’s Progress” on Radio Free RhinecliffThis week’s guest is a novelist, a journalist, a former CNN anchor, host of the “Pigrim’s Progress” podcast on RadioFreeRhinecliff, and a full member of The Explorer’s Club, the amazing Kitty Pilgrim. Produced by Norm Magnusson, Jennifer Hammoud, and Matty Rosenberg @ radiofreerhinecliff.org Send comments to comments@radiofreerhinecliff.org 2023-10-061h 00

Drinking on the EdgeOn The Felton RoadFelton Road Winery, Central Otago, South Island, New Zealand - Pioneering visionary, eclectic intellect Nigel Greening has never failed to deliver determination and great results with his biodynamically nurtured Pinot noirs, Chardonnays, and Rieslings. Produced by Matty Rosenberg and David Furer at Radio Free Rhinecliff 2023-10-0500 min $Pilgrim\'s Progress$ Pilgrim's ProgressCamaro West - Filmmaker with a MissionCamaro West is a filmmaker, producer, and the Co-Executive Director of Peace is Loud, a non-profit that harnesses the power of storytelling by women, trans, and nonbinary change makers through film. She holds a Masters Degree in International Development Studies, and in the past has led global advocacy work in collaboration with UN Women, Youth and United Nations Global Alliance, The Dove Self Esteem Project. Through her work Camaro helps emerging filmmakers find their voices through their projects. Through the Film Impact Campaign, her organization facilitates partnerships with grassroots organizers and the communities most affected by the...2023-09-2900 min $Correct me if I\'m Norm$ Correct me if I'm NormSurfer, songwriter, clothes hound John Burton is host of “Home From Here” on Radio Free RhinecliffThis week’s guest is a writer, a professional musician, a dad, a surfer, a songwriter, a clothes hound and the host of “Home From Here” on this station, Mr. John Burton. Produced by Norm Magnusson, Jennifer Hammoud, and Matty Rosenberg @ radiofreerhinecliff.org Send comments to comments@radiofreerhinecliff.org 2023-09-0859 min $Pilgrim\'s Progress$ Pilgrim's ProgressCarol Seitz - Hudson Valley resident, photographerCarol Seitz embraces life. With her infectious enthusiasm, she radiates warmth, intelligence and good common sense. A photographer by profession, one of her main jobs is to photograph the annual Macy's Thanksgiving Parade. But she does so many other things in her community - supports the local library, works on conservation efforts, gardens, visits and supports neighbors and has her own radio show for music. With her wide ranging interests, there is a common theme - an incredible zest for life that draws people to her, and forms a community in the true sense of the word. We talk...2023-09-0700 min

Drinking on the EdgeMexican Wines with Carlota MontoyaOne of the very few of Mexico's accredited Maestras Tequilera, agave spirits expert Carlota Montoya has much to say about her country's emerging wine production, its enjoyment, and its place in the US market. Produced by Matty Rosenberg and David Furer at Radio Free Rhinecliff 2023-09-0700 min $Correct me if I\'m Norm$ Correct me if I'm NormConcert pianist, Oscar-nominated documentarian: Rhinecliff's Josh AronsonThis week’s guest has been a TV and commercial director, a concert pianist, a photographer, an Oscar-nominated documentarian, and most recently, a Rhinecliff resident, Mr. Josh Aronson. Produced by Norm Magnusson, Jennifer Hammoud, and Matty Rosenberg @ radiofreerhinecliff.org Send comments to comments@radiofreerhinecliff.org 2023-09-011h 12

Joan of ArtDoctor Culture and Mister PainIn this episode of Joan Of Art on Radio Free Rhinecliff, Joan Juliet Buck reviews two offerings about the Opioid Crisis: Painkiller, an uneven but necessary fiction-based-on-fact series dramatizes how the false marketing of Oxycontin by the Sackler family and their company,Purdue Pharma, hooked millions of Americans and killed hundreds of thousands. Painkiller lags in the middle but packs a punch at the end, and the story is not yet over. (Starring Udo Azuba, Taylor Kitsch, Matthew Broderick, West Duchonvy, Dina Shihabi , on Netflix, 6 episodes) All the Beauty and the Bloodshed is a thrilling documentary...2023-08-3018 min $Pilgrim\'s Progress$ Pilgrim's ProgressJill Doherty - A World ViewJill Doherty she is one of the great international correspondents, who appears regularly on TV as a commentator and analyst. She was driven by a passion to understand the world from a young age. As a student, she spent time in the former Soviet Union, leaning about the Communist system and how the Soviet people viewed the world. This is the basis for her deep knowledge about global conflict, especially the Russian war against Ukraine. She talks about the prospects for that conflict as well as Russian leadership and mindset. In her career as a journalist, she also spent...2023-08-2432 min $Pilgrim\'s Progress$ Pilgrim's ProgressGail Daman - a passion for photographyPilgrim’s Progress celebrates women who reach down into themselves and find that spark which makes a difference in their quality of their lives. In this episode, we talk to Gail Daman. In her early years Gail was stuck in an unfulfilling 9-5 job, but she would sometimes shoot weddings for her friends on the weekends. Referrals started coming in, and as her wedding business picked up, she realized that she could quit her job and do photography for a living. She loved the lifestyle. The weddings were a delight, and took her all over the country. Every weekend wa...2023-08-1700 min

Drinking on the EdgeMining the Minho with Soalheiro's Luis CerdeiraVinho Verde has of late risen in quality and availability. A close and arguably more inspired cousin to this broad category of mostly white wine made in Portugal's vast, northern Minho region is the Cerdeira family's Soalheiro winery in Melgaço. As the pioneer for the increasing quality of his region's Alvarinho grape variety--a.k.a. Spain's Albariño--I'd the pleasure in 2011 of visiting the inspiration for this, João, accompanied by his then-young son Luís. With many bottles of Soalheiro enjoyed before & after visiting Portugal's restaurants, and when living in England and here, I revisited it t...2023-08-0929 min $Pilgrim\'s Progress$ Pilgrim's ProgressHeather Cassano - the computer connectionHeather has served for over two decades as a product design leader at technology companies like Google, Meta, Pearson and Yahoo. She understands that when a person uses a computer, they are making thousands of personal choice in what they look at. Her insight into psychology and technology give consumers the most positive experience possible when they open up that laptop. No one understands better the fact that we are shaped by what we read on line. A powerhouse in the industry, Heather was featured in "Profiles of Women in Human Computer Interaction" by the Anita Borg Institute at...2023-08-0429 min $Correct me if I\'m Norm$ Correct me if I'm NormPast editor of French Vogue and Rhinecliff resident Joan Juliet BuckThis week’s guest has had more adventures than most of us ever will. Author, actress, performer, podcaster, past editor of French Vogue and Rhinecliff resident Joan Juliet Buck. Produced by Norm Magnusson, Jennifer Hammoud, and Matty Rosenberg @ radiofreerhinecliff.org Send comments to comments@radiofreerhinecliff.org 2023-07-281h 11 $Pilgrim\'s Progress$ Pilgrim's ProgressIrene Finel-HonigmanIrene Finel-Honigman is a citizen of the world, and understands the complicated financial ebbs and flows that impact our daily lives. An adjunct professor at Columbia University's School of International Affairs, she is an expert of banking, finance, interest rates and trade. She explains the current banking jitters, and she explains the complexities of interest rates. We talk about what it was like to be one of the early women on Wall Street, how her journey took her into the board rooms, class rooms, and policy salons of New York and Washington. After years of making this world of...2023-07-2728 min

Drinking on the EdgeThe American Spirit of Rye WhiskiesFollowing a decades-long career as a book editor for the likes of Dan Rather, Stephen Hawking, and Arthur Schlesinger Jr. while founding the Hudson Chatham Winery, Carlo DeVito took it upon himself to venture into authoring several successful books about American spirits and other matters. He also is a winemaking consultant to New Jersey wineries. In this episode of Drinking on the Edge he shares some of rye's illustrious history, agricultural significance, and reasons why it's in the midst of a resurgence of popularity. Historic and technical details abound coupled with broad strokes of amusing anecdotes. 2023-07-2400 min $Pilgrim\'s Progress$ Pilgrim's ProgressGerry LaybourneGeraldine Laybourne is a serial “entrepreneur.” In the 80’s and 90’s she was a cable pioneer: she led the team that created Nickelodeon and Nick at Nite. In 1996 she was named as one of Time Magazine’s Most Influential People. She brought her entrepreneurial approach to Disney/ABC Cable Networks (1996-1998) and worked closely with the Disney Imagineers to envision the future of TV and the internet (Telefusion). She then founded Oxygen Media to be a “convergence” network. She was inducted into the Television Hall of Fame in 2020. A true grass-roots community activist, her current focus is in the city of...2023-07-2000 min $Pilgrim\'s Progress$ Pilgrim's ProgressBreea Clark - a mayor with community spiritBreea Clark is a doer. A vivacious young woman with a law degree from Kansas, she moved to Norman Oklahoma, where she joined every committee that crossed her path...the Tree Planting Committee, the Library board, the Norman Forward Sales Tax Citizens Financial Oversight Board and the City Council. Then she was asked to run for mayor! And she won! Juggling a demanding career with raising two sons she is now working at the Director of the JCPenny Leadership Center at the Business School of University of Oklahoma, using her law degree at the family law firm...2023-07-1300 min $Pilgrim\'s Progress$ Pilgrim's ProgressJen Croneberger on Compassion and BelongingJen Croneberger is a widely sought-after 4-time TEDx speaker and compassionate leadership/culture change consultant and is the Founder and Chief Inspiration Officer of JLynne Consulting Group, LLC and The HUMAN Leadership Institute. She has spend 20 years helping corporations encourage their employees to build deeper connections and awareness. Her Master’s Degree is in Sports and Performance Psychology and some of Jen’s clients have included professional athletes as well as such gold- standard companies, such as Nike, Procter & Gamble, Lockheed Martin, The US Department of Defense, The NIH and the USDA. Jen 's academic credentials are impressive and she...2023-07-0400 min $Pilgrim\'s Progress$ Pilgrim's ProgressJoan Johnson-Freese talks about Women in the Field of SecurityDr Joan Johnson -Freese was at the top of her field in the world of space security . After decades teaching space security at the US Naval War College she began to expand her horizons to address the global challenge of bringing women into positions of power in the security field. Now a professor of Women Peace and Security Studies at Harvard, she literally writes the textbooks on how the world can become a more secure place by including women in the decision making process in government, peace negotiations and societal construction. Her journey is unique. A consummate professional in...2023-06-2700 min $Pilgrim\'s Progress$ Pilgrim's ProgressAlice WatersHost Kitty Pilgrim interviews food expert, Alice Waters- environmental activist, restauranteur and thought-leader about efforts to change the way Americans eat, grow, and think about food. Produced by Kitty Pilgrim, Matty Rosenberg, and Jennifer Hammoud @ Radio Free Rhinecliff 2023-06-2000 min $Correct me if I\'m Norm$ Correct me if I'm NormCarolyn Marks Blackwood: singer, movie producer, screenwriter, photographerThis week’s guest is a singer, a mother, a movie producer, a fine art photographer, a screenwriter, and an accomplished gratitude artist, Rhinecliff’s own Carolyn Marks Blackwood. Produced by Norm Magnusson, Jennifer Hammoud, and Matty Rosenberg @ radiofreerhinecliff.org Send comments to comments@radiofreerhinecliff.org 2023-05-261h 11 $Correct me if I\'m Norm$ Correct me if I'm NormMatthew Sharpe, novelist, has taught at Bard and ColumbiaThis week’s guest is a novelist who has taught at Bard and Columbia. He has fellowships from both the NEA and NYFA. Fresh Rhinecliff resident, Mr. Matthew Sharpe. Produced by Norm Magnusson, Jennifer Hammoud, and Matty Rosenberg @ radiofreerhinecliff.org Send comments to comments@radiofreerhinecliff.org 2023-05-121h 00

Drinking on the EdgeNot Mine Not Yours But OursUpon graduating from Vassar College, Nicole Sierra-Rolet floated into an expected, successful Manhattan career in international relations. Upon meeting an intriguing Frenchman her life took a widely divergent course which led her, her eventual husband, and his family in France to develop La Verrière. With time and effort from this Provençal property grew Chêne Bleu, a wine brand cultivated with native grapes--Grenache, Syrah, Rolle and more--of southern France. But with projects like Areni Global, a sometime wine school, and developing her alma mater's Institute of Liberal Arts, Sierra-Rolet hasn't and won't rest. Produced by Mat...2023-04-1843 min

Drinking on the EdgeSkouras: A Greek PioneerFrom diving into his wines with foods of many kinds, Skouras family scion Dimitris details how his father and he for decades have been at the forefront of modernizing Greek wines. David recounts how early in his career these then-outlying, affordable Greek wines turned his head and laments that they're no longer so cheap albeit for good reason. This interview was spurred from David's visit to Skouras and other Nemea wine producers in March 2019 as pandemic was percolating across the Adriatic Sea in Italy. Produced by Matty Rosenberg and David Furer at Radio Free Rhinecliff 2023-04-0800 min

Drinking on the EdgeAlsace's Blanck SlatePhilippe's a living, dynamic force hailing from a venerable lineage of Alsace's finest vintners. Concerned not only with his family's heritage and its modern vinous expressions, he's long espoused progressive means of incorporating his work and life as one through calculated applications of natural procedures in the vineyard and his life. Produced by Matty Rosenberg and David Furer at Radio Free Rhinecliff 2023-04-0800 min $Correct me if I\'m Norm$ Correct me if I'm NormRhinecliff's Martin Kemp rocks Google and the Morton LibraryThis week’s guest serves the evil international empire of Google as well as the lovely local empire called the Morton Library. He's a Rhinecliff resident who really rocks them both, Mr. Martin Kemp. Produced by Norm Magnusson, Jennifer Hammoud, and Matty Rosenberg @ radiofreerhinecliff.org Send comments to comments@radiofreerhinecliff.org 2023-04-071h 00 $Correct me if I\'m Norm$ Correct me if I'm NormYoga teacher and counseling astrologer, Danika HendricksonNorm talks with Rhinecliff’s own Danika Hendrickson. She is a yoga teacher and counseling astrologer and an intuition coach. Produced by Norm Magnusson, Jennifer Hammoud, and Matty Rosenberg @ radiofreerhinecliff.org Send comments to comments@radiofreerhinecliff.org 2023-03-311h 00 $Correct me if I\'m Norm$ Correct me if I'm NormRichard Kopyscianski, Grumpus, musician, and Rhinecliff raconteurNorm's guest is Grumpus, musician, and long time Rhinecliff raconteur Richard Kopyscianski. Produced by Norm Magnusson, Jennifer Hammoud, and Matty Rosenberg @ radiofreerhinecliff.org Send comments to comments@radiofreerhinecliff.org 2023-02-241h 01

Drinking on the EdgeFloating In the FLXNew York's Finger Lakes region, famed for its farmed grapes and grains, has grown from a summer-only respite from city life into a year-round destination location for all manner of adult beverage producers. While wine remains #1 and continues to grow, brewers and distillers (and cideries) have recently bloomed tasing advantage of its rich agricultural heritage and scenic surroundings. This DotE explores a sliver of the finest the FLX offers. Native daughter Nova Cadamatre returned during the Covid Era from California with her family after achieving wine biz greatness as lead winemaker at Robert Mondavi Winery and earning...2023-02-2357 min

Drinking on the EdgeAn unusual round of beers, wines, and spirits.In an effort to set the bar weirdly, David's first Drinking on the Edge was buoyed by a round of unusual beers, wines, and spirits. First up were two Belgian beers from the relatively large (for Belgium) Timmerman's brewery; a 2012 vintage Gueuze and a 2019 Kriek (cherry) shared with Epicurean regular Mike. Secondly he popped corks on two bottles of Spain's leading bubbly, Cava; a fresh & young basic brut from Vilarnau best-suited for relaxing after (or during) a tough day at work, the second a serious 2015 vintage Gran Reserva from Roger Goulart. Third and finally he was helped along in...2023-02-2000 min

The Campaign CompanionElection eve wrap upThe Hudson Valley may well determine the balance of power in the U.S. House of Representatives. On this final episode before election day, we are joined by Red Hook Daily Catch reporter Victor Feldman. We review the state of the campaigns for New York's 18th and 19th Congressional race, the State Assembly race in District 103, and the State Senate Race in District 43. Kitty and Victor also touch on the surprising closeness in the race for New York governor. This podcast is produced and engineered by Matty Rosenberg @ Radio Free Rhinecliff Associate producer Jennifer Hammoud ...2022-11-0700 min

The Campaign CompanionInterview with Patrick SheehanPatrick Sheehan is running against Sarahana Shrestha in the 103rd Assembly District. The district stretches from south of New Paltz to Saugerties in Ulster County and includes Red Hook and Rhinebeck in Dutchess. Sheehan was previously a Democrat but switched to Republican and is a registered Conservative, also running on the Republican line. Sheehan chats with Kitty about his platform, his reason for switching parties and what made him run in this race. This podcast is produced and engineered by Matty Rosenberg @ Radio Free Rhinecliff Associate producer Jennifer Hammoud Support local journalism!2022-11-0200 min

The Campaign CompanionThe politics of reproductive health rights after DobbsEvery part of the country will be impacted in the wake of the Dobbs decision. Reproductive health rights are on the ballot this November 8th and New York is not immune because it’s a “blue state.” Dr. Amy M. Novatt, an obstetrician-gynecologist with decades of experience in New York’s Hudson Valley joins Kitty to talk about the immediate impacts of the Dobbs decision on women’s health throughout the US. This podcast is produced and engineered by Matty Rosenberg @ Radio Free Rhinecliff Associate producer Jennifer Hammoud Support local journalism!2022-10-2500 min $Correct me if I\'m Norm$ Correct me if I'm NormRhinecliff’s Chad Kleitsch, photographer, scanographer, and master printerNorm chats with Rhinecliff’s own Chad Kleitsch, a photographer, scanographer, master printer, and great neighbor to all. His new exhibit just opened at The Arts Center of the Capital Region where he transforms The Arts Center with a large-scale installation of scanography. Produced by Norm Magnusson, Jennifer Hammoud, and Matty Rosenberg @ radiofreerhinecliff.org Send comments to comments@radiofreerhinecliff.org 2022-10-141h 03

The Campaign CompanionInterview with Sarahana ShresthaOn this episode Kitty talks with Sarahana Shrestha, a justice and climate activist originally from Nepal, who is running for the 103rd Assembly District in New York's Hudson Valley. District 103 includes parts of Dutchess and Ulster counties, Sarahana Shrestha, a climate organizer and Ulster County co-chair of the Democratic Socialists of America, defeated 13 term incumbent Democrat Kevin Cahill in the June primary. Shrestha now faces Republican Patrick Sheehan in the general election. Kitty talks with Sarahana about her key issues and what inspired her to enter politics for the first time in her life. This podcast is...2022-10-1100 min

The Campaign CompanionMidterm 2022 roundupOn this edition of The Campaign Companion we talk to veteran journalist and founder of The Daily Catch, Emily Sachar. Kitty and Emily dive into all the issues and candidates from New York's 18th and 19th congressional districts as well New York state Assembly’s 103rd. Some of these races will help determine control of congress and outside money is pouring in to the tune of millions of dollars and hundreds of attack ads. This podcast is produced and engineered by Matty Rosenberg @ Radio Free Rhinecliff and The Hudson Valley Pilot. Associate producer Jennifer Hammoud...2022-10-0300 min

The Campaign CompanionThe Back of the BallotThis November climate change is on the back of the ballot. New York's Prop 1, Environment and Climate Change Projects Bond Measure will be the only statewide proposal on the ballot. This bipartisan bond measure will address safe drinking water, expand parks and farms, update infrastructure, advance environmental justice, create green jobs, and much more. Sean Dague, one of the volunteer state coordinators for The Citizens' Climate Lobby joins us for a comprehensive discussion of exactly what Prop 1 will do for New York State and of course the Hudson Valley. If you’d like to...2022-09-2630 min