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Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
Musician Lou Altman, Biker Dave Paul, Fringe Festival Cabaret, Italian Festival, and Good Trouble Protest 7-21-25
This week’s Hot Seat: Media Monday offers a vibrant and multifaceted look at community life in Utica, blending activism, art, inclusivity, and charity. It opens with a “Good Trouble” pro-democracy rally inspired by John Lewis, where speakers call for activism rooted in love and understanding. Other segments spotlight a size-inclusive pop-up at Almost Local thrift store, a soulful interview and live performance by bluegrass artist Lou Altman, “Citizen Lou,” and a colorful cabaret showcase at the Utica Fringe Festival. The show also features the cherished annual St. Mary of Mount Carmel Italian Festival and an exciting and inspiring interview...
2025-07-24
52 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
100 Years of WIBX with John Stemen & John Swann, Nabil Khan’s Superman review, and Hospice’s Butterfly Release event 7-14-25
This week’s Hot Seat: Media Monday explores the intersection of community, culture, and media through three compelling segments: a moving report on a New Hartford butterfly release honoring loved ones, a thoughtful review of the new Superman film that reframes the hero as an immigrant symbol of kindness and identity, and a deep conversation with former WIBX journalists John Steman and John Swan about the evolution of local radio news. The butterfly event showcases how symbolic rituals help communities heal, while the Superman discussion highlights director James Gunn’s fresh take on heroism rooted in empathy and social rele...
2025-07-17
53 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
Brendan Maslauskas Dunn/Lorraine Kreimeyer/SNUG Rally/Farmer’s Market 7-7-25
International Journalist Brendan Maslauskas Dunn, artist Lorraine Kreimeyer, SNUG Peace Rally, Trump Tax Bill local impact, and Lily Christopher at the New Hartford Farmer’s Marketby Ron KlopfansteinThis week’s Hot Seat: Media Monday features a dynamic mix of investigative reporting, global perspectives, and local community voices. We begin with a deep dive into the Republican “Big Beautiful Bill,” exposing its devastating Medicaid cuts and the threats they pose to rural healthcare, maternity services, and chronically ill patients in the Mohawk Valley. International journalist Brendan Maslauskas Dunn shares harrowing experiences covering activism in Egypt an...
2025-07-10
50 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
“Black Music Month” with Rev. LaDana Clark aka LADYJAM and DJ J Easy aka Jonathan Brooks, Whitney’s Music Fest, History of Fireworks 6-30-25
On this week’s Hot Seat: Media Monday, we celebrate Black Music Month by exploring the cultural, spiritual, and social impact of Black music with two powerful guests: Reverend LaDana Clark (aka LADYJAM), a Black lesbian Christian musician and minister, and DJ J-Easy (Jonathan Brooks), 95.5 FM DJ and sound engineer for the show. Together, we reflect on music’s ability to heal, uplift, and spark dialogue in the face of hate and division. Reverend Clark shares her moving journey from addiction and industry exploitation to a spiritual awakening that now fuels her ministry and music. Meanwhile, DJ J-Easy and I de...
2025-07-04
52 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
Musician Ryan Quinn and Hawa Peters of Utica Royalties with "Yoga in the Park"
This week on Hot Seat: Media Monday, Ron Klopfanstein is joined by two inspiring guests who are making an impact through creativity and connection. First, musician Ryan Quinn opens up about his journey from growing up in a musical household to his time on The Voice and life as a working artist. He reflects on the challenges of songwriting, the power of live performance, and the importance of authenticity in finding your sound.Then, Hawa Peters, founder of Utica Royalties, shares what’s ahead for this summer’s Yoga in the Park series. Together, they explore how even...
2025-06-26
51 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
Hot Seat Special Episode, an interview with 95.5 FM and WIBX journalist, John Stemen 6-19-25
In this special episode of Hot Seat with Cassandra Harris Lockwood, Dave Dancy, and Ron Klopfanstein, veteran journalist and 95.5 FM “The Heat” news analyst John Stemen shares stories from his decades-long career in radio and print journalism. From his early days as a high school DJ in Gettysburg, PA, to investigative reporting in rural Florida, Stemen reflects on the formative experiences that shaped his approach to storytelling. He recounts dangerous encounters while covering corruption, the mysterious death of a sheriff, and the intense pressure of small-town newsrooms where local journalism meant being the voice of the community.Now...
2025-06-21
35 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
Hot Seat: Media Monday “Using Media to Memorialize” with author Jennifer Boulenger and Sue Francisco, of Whitney’s Legacy, RPG-CON, & No Kings Day! Protest 6-16-25
Hot Seat: Media Monday “Using Media to Memorialize” with author Jennifer Boulenger and Sue Francisco, of Whitney’s Legacy, RPG-CON, & No Kings Day! Protest 6-16-25by Ron KlopfansteinIn this deeply personal episode of Hot Seat: Media Monday, we explore how storytelling can honor those we've lost and turn grief into purpose. Author Jennifer Boulanger shares the heart-wrenching and inspiring story behind A Song for Olaf, a tribute to her brother, a vibrant soul who lived through the HIV/AIDS crisis. Released at the start of Pride Month, her memoir becomes a powe...
2025-06-19
1h 43
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
Mohawk Valley Radio’s Budd Green & Donna Ray, Roger Rebisz and Central New York Role-Playing Game Convention, Central New York Roller Derby & Mariah’s Closet 6-9-2025
This week’s Hot Seat: Media Monday is jam-packed with excitement and nostalgia. First up, Budd Green and Donna Ray discuss Mohawk Valley Radio in the 1980s and 1990s, sharing stories about WOUR, KG104, and Rock 107. Then, Roger Rebisz joins us to talk about the Central New York Role-Playing Game Convention. Lily Christopher presents her feature story on Mariah’s Closet, a thrift store that was founded with a purpose, and I have a story on Central New York Roller Derby’s “Triple Header: Half Moon Hustle” and how they are promoting LGBTQ+ inclusivity during Pride Month. Budd discuss...
2025-06-12
54 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
"Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour” 6-4-25
In this special historical-themed episode of Hot Seat: Media Monday, we discuss the significance of the Marqués de Lafayette, a key figure in the American Revolutionary War, with guests Leslie Rainey and Theresa McFaden from the American Friends of Lafayette. They explore Lafayette's loyalty, military contributions, and his relationships with key American figures, particularly George Washington. The discussion also highlights upcoming bicentennial events celebrating Lafayette's grand tour of America, 50 years after the Revolution.Lafayette was a French military officer whose contributions played a crucial role in the success of the American Revolution. His influence helped secure e...
2025-06-08
37 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
"All Things Oz," "Pride in Oneida County 2025," & "Broadway Bared!" 6-2-25
Hot Seat: Media Monday "All Things Oz," "Pride in Oneida County 2025," & "Broadway Bared!" 6-2-25In this episode of Hot Seat: Media Monday, I’m talking to Marc Baum and Monica Kenner from the All Things Oz Museum about the significance of The Wizard of Oz in contemporary culture, especially during Pride Month. The guests explore the themes of inclusion, self-discovery, and empowerment within the Oz universe and their relevance in today's world. We’re also joined by Ace Morreale from the Oneida County Pride Alliance with an overview of all the LGBTQIA+ Pride events takin...
2025-06-05
52 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
Author/artist/outdoorsman Mark Usyk & writer/blogger Jess Santecroce 5-26-25
Hot Seat: Media Monday author/artist/outdoorsman Mark Usyk & writer/blogger Jess Santecroce 5-26-25In this episode of Hot Seat: Media Monday, Ron Klopfanstein interviews Mark Usyk, an artist, author, and outdoorsman, along with blogger and writing teacher Jess Santacroce. The show also includes a video report from the Newport Short Film Showcase. Mark shares insights into his diverse background, including his previous work as a hot rod fabricator and blacksmith, as well as his current passions for fishing and art. We discuss his connection to the Oriskany C...
2025-05-29
54 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
Indy Filmmaking in the Mohawk Valley with CrowsNest Pictures 5-19-25
In this episode of Hot Seat: Media Monday, we’re hanging out with filmmakers Jonas America, Aidan Ferguson, Siulee Olivera, Carley Hinman, and Kelsey Zimmerman. They’ll be presenting The Haunting of Nahhahmacher Hall, as well as exclusive clips from an upcoming project, Bumps in the Road, on Saturday, May 24th at the Newport Short Film Showcase, which will be at 6 pm at the Kuyahoora Community Center, 7408 Main Street, in Newport, NY. Both of these projects were produced as part of their Crows News Pictures movie studio.Their work combines comedy and satire in the h...
2025-05-22
54 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
"Men's Physical and Mental Health" w/ Fitness Mill's Erik Fredsell & photographer Brian Lazore 5-12-25
In this episode of Hot Seat: Media Monday, I hang out with powerlifter and Fitness Mill co-owner Erik Fredsell and photographer and journalist Brian Lazore and discuss the importance of physical and mental health for men of all ages. We also meet Lily Christopher, a LeMoyne College senior who will be interning with the show. In the first segment, Erik explains the fundamentals of powerlifting, including techniques and the importance of specific lifts: squat, bench, and deadlift. He shares his impressive personal lifting statistics and recounts his fitness journey, detailing how he transitioned from general lifting to p...
2025-05-15
54 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
Utica Teens in Action and the Young Entrepreneurs Academy 5-5-25
In this episode of Hot Seat: Media Monday, 16-year-old entrepreneur Dwayne Presley talks about how he launched, markets, and operates his business, Utica Teens in Action. Dwayne is an 11th grader at Thomas R. Proctor High School in Utica. Michelle McCarrick, a program manager and instructor from the Young Entrepreneurs Academy at Mohawk Valley Community, joins the conversation to discuss how her program provides young people with mentors, branding support, and essential business knowledge. As a young entrepreneur, Dwayne learned the importance of considering insurance and forming an LLC for liability protection when working on clients' properties. Dwayne gives so...
2025-05-08
52 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
Free Comic Book Day and Catstock 5! 4-28-25
Hot Seat: Media Monday Free Comic Book Day and Catstock 5! 4-28-25In this episode of Hot Seat: Media Monday, Nabil Khan previews the titles being offered at this year’s Free Comic Book Day, taking place locally at Ravenswood Comics and comic book stores around the country. Then John Chesebro invites listeners to this year’s Catstock 5 and describes the work involved with organizing a day-long festival. Free Comic Book Day takes place on the first Saturday of May. It encourages people to read by providing comic books free...
2025-05-01
47 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
Lorraine Kreimeyer "Larrain-bo Land," Dave Dellecese, & Erin's Angels 4-21-25
In this episode of Hot Seat: Media Monday, I talk to artist and storyteller Lorraine Kreimeyer, who introduces Mr. Figby, and discusses the importance of creativity for self-expression and healing for all ages. She also promotes her upcoming event at the Dunham Public Library. Also featured is author Dave Dellecese, who emphasizes the role of storytelling in connecting and inspiring individuals, as well as the tightrope that is both the inspiration and the trap of nostalgia! April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, so Sheila Dion from Erin’s Angels tells us how her organization is working to protect kids. Joi...
2025-04-23
54 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
Rocco LaDucca’s “The Mob Files” 4-14-25
In this episode of Hot Seat: Media Monday, I interview journalist Rocco LaDucca about the “Mob Files,” his series of articles detailing the history of organized crime in Utica. Rocco discusses the local mafia, the political corruption that enabled their operations, and the role of journalism in exposing these issues, especially regarding the 1959 Pulitzer Prize-winning reporting by the Observer Dispatch. Key moments discussed include the rise of the Falcones in the 1920s, the public's gradual realization of organized crime's impact, and significant events like the Appalachian meeting that thrust Utica into the national spotlight.
2025-04-17
51 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
IRS Worker Targeted by Trump and Musk Speaks Out!
Cassandra Harris Lockwood and Ron Klopfanstein host this special edition of the Hot Seat, in which an IRS worker whose job was targeted by President Trump and Elon Musk's DOGE project describes the uncertainty and anxiety within the Internal Revenue Service and explains its potential implications for American taxpayers.For more, go to: UticaPhoenix.net/IRS and UticaPhoenix.net/MediaMonday Works referenced during this broadcast:https://www.thedailybeast.com/gop-rep-quotes-infamous-nazi-joseph-goebbels-during-censorship-hearing/https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/what-john-kelly-said-about-trumps-praise-of-hitler-and-fascist-tendencies
2025-04-12
48 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
“Gaming, Music, and Absent Friends” 4-7-25
Hot Seat: Media Monday “Gaming, Music, and Absent Friends” 4-7-25By Ron KlopfansteinIn this episode of Hot Seat: Media Monday, I hung out with DJ J-Easy (Jonathan Brooks) and Nabil Khan to talk about the latest news in gaming, music, and J Easy’s role in Absent Friends, which is presented this weekend by the Players of Utica.In part one, Nabil and I discuss the anticipated release of the Nintendo Switch 2, its pricing, potential tariff impacts, and its features compared to previo...
2025-04-12
52 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
“Gridley Paige AM Gold” 3-31-25
In this episode of Hot Seat: Media Monday, I speak to Tim and Matt from Gridley Paige AM Gold, the popular local band known for their Yacht Rock music style. They discuss their career journey, fond memories of the '80s and '90s, the origins of their band name, and what it takes to be successful in the music industry over the decades. The conversation touches on the importance of nostalgia in music, their influences, and the excitement of performing songs that evoke memories. The band also plays live music during the episode, showcasing their talent and love...
2025-04-02
54 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
“Trans Rights Rally” and “From Biology to Identity-A Journey Beyond Chromosomes” 3-24-25
On a special edition of Hot Seat: Media Monday, we discuss the upcoming Trans Rights Rally and “From Biology to Identity-A Journey Beyond Chromosomes” with panelists Ace Morreale and Damon, a transgender man. They delve into the current challenges faced by the transgender community, including discrimination and violence, while also celebrating progress such as the establishment of the Onida County Pride Alliance. Ace explains that the Onida County Pride Alliance has achieved 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, which allows them to accept tax-deductible donations and enhances their credibility, paving the way for more community support. The Oneid...
2025-03-27
51 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
Hot Seat: Media Monday Writer William Welch “Doubly Mad Journal” and comedian Rob Fish 3-17-25
This episode of Hot Seat: Media Monday features writer William Welch, author of Adding Saffron and publisher of Doubly Mad: An Independent Journal of Arts & Ideas, and Rob Fish, a comedian who has been doing shows throughout the Northeast for the past 8 years. His new podcast, Small Town Shithead, debuts this week. We discuss poetry, comedy, and the creative process in our conversation. Welch shares insights into his semi-autobiographical poetry book, Adding Saffron, which explores his life experiences and the journey of observation while searching for a sense of home. He also talks about the challenges of being present...
2025-03-20
52 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
Linda Rae and Budd Green "Tribute to Rock 107, KG 104, and New York Z"
Hot Seat: Media Monday Linda Rae and Budd Green "Tribute to Rock 107, KG 104, and New York Z"By Ron KlopfansteinScroll down for video, podcast, show notes, and links for more information about this week's guests and events.This episode of Hot Seat: Media Monday features iconic local DJ Linda Rae and Budd Green, who was known as "Bud in the Nighttime." Linda started her career in local radio in 1983 at WTLB. Throughout the 1980s, 1990s, and 2000s she became one of the area's most well-known and popular local disc jockeys, working for stations such as KG104, New York Z...
2025-03-13
53 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
Black Balloon Day, Kindful Art, and Oscar Wrap up 3-2-25
This episode of Hot Seat: Media Monday features entertainment correspondent Nabil Khan, who analyzes and wraps up the 97th annual Academy Awards. Katie Rodriguez from the Center for Family Life and Recovery discusses Black Balloon Day. Allison Ryan from Kindful Art talks about how she has turned her love for flowers and art into a successful business. Anora swept the Oscars Sunday night with four wins, including Best Picture, Best Actress, and Best Director. Nabil Khan discussed the movie’s success as a validation for authentic storytelling and immersive research in portraying marginalized communities. Als...
2025-03-06
52 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
Hot Seat: Media Monday Russell N Feathers, Roslyn Noir Mercy, and Sorcha Mercy from Candy Cult Burlesque 2-24-25
Burlesque is a style of performing art that combines comedy, music, and storytelling. It originated in 18th-century Italian theater from commedia dell'arte, an early form that responded to the popularity of the more formal opera and ballet. Burlesque was introduced to the United States in the 1840s as a variety show, emphasizing its exotic and erotic elements, such as strip tease, suggestive humor, and other creative and risqué elements.Burlesque performers have historically challenged social and gender norms and used the stage to promote feminist ideals. Today, they celebrate all bodies, genders, and sexualities. B...
2025-02-27
56 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
Rome Community Theater’s First Date, Sue Francisco from Whitney’s Legacy w/ Zurawski v. Texas, and the United Way’s 211 Day 2/10/25
ThisHot Seat: Media Monday episode featuresClaire Bosley, director of the musical comedyFirst Date, onstage atRome Community Theater, who discusses the show's unique concept and the challenges of directing a full-scale production. ActorsHannah PeggandNick Mellace share their experiences playing multiple characters and navigating quick changes. Also,Sue Francisco, founder ofWhitney's Legacy, talks about how she found the strength to create a foundation in her honor to help others after the death of her daughter Whitney. She also discusses the screening of the documentaryZurawski v. Texas at MVCC in Utica. ThenSarah Macri andJack Pflanz from theUnited Way of the Mohawk Valley...
2025-02-12
59 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
2024 Pride Preview: Your guide to all the LGBTQ+ Pride Month Events in the Mohawk Valley
This episode ofHot Seat: Media Monday featuresAce Morreale and drag performerScarlett Vendetta, who discuss theOneida County Pride Association’sUtica Pride Festival, scheduled for June 1, 2024. The guests discuss the art of drag and distinguish between child-friendly drag shows and those with more mature humor.Scarlett Vendetta spoke about how drag is an art form that emphasizes creativity and attention to detail, with the face serving as a canvas for self-expression and performance. He shared his personal journey into the world of drag and how it has contributed to his personal growth as a...
2025-02-08
49 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
“WUTR-TV 20 Eyewitness News Reunion” with Susan Nackley Mojave and Kathy Contino-Turner 2-2-25
This Hot Seat: Media Monday episode features local journalists Susan Nackley Mojave and Kathy Contino-Turner. In the 1980s and 90s, they were on our TV screens daily with WUTR-TV 20’s Eyewitness News. Kathy Contino-Turner began her career at WUTR on April Fools Day in 1981. After receiving a promotion in 1984, she became the youngest female television news director in the United States. During her time, WUTR ratings peaked, pulling ahead of WKTV in key demographics. Susan Nackley Mojave was with WUTR from 1987 to 1996. She anchored the original noon and 5 pm news broadcasts, received an Associated Press award for her coverage of...
2025-02-06
55 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
Artist and writer Lorraine Kreimeyer and Oscar noms with Nabil Khan 1-27-25
Hot Seat: Media Monday with artist and writer Lorraine Kreimeyer and entertainment correspondent Nabil Khan 1-27-25 By Ron Klopfanstein Visit our show page for more on the Hot Seat: Media Monday. Scroll down for this episode’s show notes, video and podcast of this show, contact information, photos, and highlight reels. In this episode of Hot Seat: Media Monday, we have a unique blend of perspectives as artist, writer, performer, and former Oz-fest “Wicked Witch of the West,” Lorraine Kreimeyer, joins entertainment correspondent Nabil Khan and me for a discussion about art, aging...
2025-01-30
54 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
People's March and Oneida County NAACP
In this episode of "Hot Seat: Media Monday," Ron Klopfanstein covers the People's March in Utica, NY that took place on Saturday, January 18, 2025 and discusses how activists and minorities seek to preserve the accomplishments of the Civil Rights Movement and the legacy of Martin Luther King over the next four years. His guests are Dawn Carter-Laguerre, Aaron Woodman, and Javian Dawson from the Oneida County NAACP. Ron Klopfanstein is an award-winning multimedia investigative journalist, news and features editor, and creative content producer for the Utica Phoenix digital platform and 95.5 F...
2025-01-22
55 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Stephen Hampe, Nabil Khan, and Jonathan Brooks/J-Easy 12-30-24
In this episode of Hot Seat: Media Monday, Stephen Hampe, Nabil Khan, and Jonathan Brooks/J-Easy discuss the year in local arts, entertainment, and media. Stephen Hampe is the president of the Rome Community Theater’s Board of Trustees. Nabil Khan is our correspondent for all things manga, anime, DC, Marvel, role-playing games, and Dungeons & Dragons. Jonathan Brooks, also known as J-Easy, is a DJ at 95.5 FM “The Heat” and the sound engineer for the show. Ron Klopfanstein is an award-winning multimedia investigative journalist, news and features editor, and creative content producer for the Utica Phoenix digital platform and 95.5 F...
2025-01-21
55 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
Hot Seat: Media Monday “Justice for Robert Brooks Rally” with Shana Dahlin 1-13-25
Hot Seat: Media Monday “Justice for Robert Brooks Rally” with Shana Dahlin 1-13-25 By Ron Klopfanstein, with photography and reporting by Brian Lazore, sound engineering by Jonathan Brooks “DJ J-Easy,” and in-studio recording and photography by James Hale. In this Hot Seat: Media Monday, Shana Dahlin, an organizer for the Central New York chapter of Citizen Action and one of the organizers of Saturday’s “Justice for Robert Brooks” rally in Utica, discusses the event and advocacy efforts to protect the rights of people who are inmates in the New York State Department of Corrections. Robert Broo...
2025-01-17
46 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Drew Allen and Aubrey Campbell 12-23-24
NOTE: There was an error in the recording for this episode, and the first few seconds of the show were omitted. In this episode of Hot Seat: Media Monday, Drew Allen, a magician and balloon artist, and Aubrey Campbell, a music and theater student at Hamilton College, discuss their art, inspiration, and process. Drew tells his “origin story” about how he developed a package of balloons in his Easter basket and turned it into a stage act and thriving business. Drew also talks about how he learned techniques from YouTube tutorials and worked to develop his talent into a pol...
2025-01-05
48 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
Hot Seat: Media Monday Judy Marchione & Vicky Stockton Clinton Symphony Orchestra 12-9-24
In this holiday episode of Hot Seat: Media Monday, Judy Marchione and Vicky Stockton from the Clinton Symphony Orchestra of the Mohawk Valley discuss their organization, their passion for music, and the importance and relevance of classical music in contemporary society. For more information, go to: https://uticaphoenix.net/mediamonday12-9-24/
2025-01-05
51 min
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Rocco LaDuca 9-30-24
This episode of Hot Seat: Media Monday featured journalist Rocco LaDuca. He first came to prominence as a crime reporter for the Observer-Dispatch, where he wrote a groundbreaking series of articles called “The Mob Files.” After that, he worked as communications director for New York State Senator Joseph Griffo; then, he joined WUTQ 100.7 FM’s morning show Talk of the Town as one of three co-hosts. In our interview, we discussed journalism, media, and government and the importance of transparency and accountability while maintaining strict ethical standards. Rocco LaDuca started his c...
2025-01-04
51 min
Queers & Soaps
Bonus Episode: Soap Chat with Ron
In this video, Tommy and Aaron are joined by Ron Klopfanstein to chat about soaps.
2021-09-03
56 min
Sports Out Of Time
Episode #285 - Ron Klopfanstein Survives 2020 (@RonKlopfanstein)
We are only 17 days away from Christmas, True Believers, and I for one am not remotely prepared!! This is the Uticast, Episode #285, and this week we are joined by recurring GFOP, Ron Klopfanstein, of BeMoreWestmo, the Rome Sentinel and pretty much everywhere else!! On Tap This Week: Kevin and Sam start off with some Quick Thoughts about Faraday Cages, Outbreak the Movie and soap-opera's without sound, before breaking down the most-pressing news of the week, including the national coverage of the NY22 race, Warner Bros breaking movie theaters and Obama, Bush and Clinton taking the vaccine. Then, Sam sits down...
2020-12-07
1h 51
Sports Out Of Time
Episode #231 - Ron Klopfanstein & Theresa McFadden (Thanksgiving 2019)
Thanksgiving 2019 is upon is, True Believers!! As always, we are thankful for all the wonderful listeners who make this show possible!! This is the Uticast, Episode #231, and this week we welcome in GFOPs Ron Klopfanstein & Theresa McFadden!! On Tap This Week: Heather, Kevin and Sam return to the podcasting studio to break down all of the wildest topics of the week, including Existential Crises, getting blocked on Twitter, the Tesla Cybertruck and a ranking of Thanksgiving Foods!! Afterwards, Sam sits down with GFOPs Ron Klopfanstein & Theresa McFadden to discuss the Westmoreland Historical Society, civil discourse and what it was like...
2019-11-26
1h 52
Sports Out Of Time
Episode #191 - Ron Klopfanstein (@BeMoreWestmo)
A very special thank-you, this week, to all our amazing True Believers!! Keep sharing and keeps making your voice heard. This is the Uticast, Episode #191 and this week we’re sitting down with the local renaissance man behind “Be More Westmoreland”, GFOP Ron Klopfanstein!! On Tap This Week: Kevin, Heather and Sam are back in the studio, breaking down all the wildest news of the week, including Amazon leaving Long Island City, the death of the NASA Opportunity Rover, major awards and internet beef!! Afterwards, Sam sits down with “Be More Westmoreland” main man, Ron Klopfanstein to discuss community activism, LGBTQ righ...
2019-02-19
1h 42