Street Talk is a half hour public affairs program that airs weekends on our four Cumulus Media radio stations in Syracuse.
Hosted by Cumulus Media Syracuse’s Ted & Amy, the show features interviews with individuals and organizations that impact us all here in Central New York. On this page we will feature interviews and segments from the show.
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Street Talk airing weekend of 11/29/2024
Exciting news about new life coming to the Cazenovia College Campus! A local team of residents have plans to make the campus into shops, housing, restaurants and business space! Two of those residents of the team 9 Fresh – Kate Brodock and Travis Barr joined us to talk about their plans. See more on their website https://9Fresh.co
ARC of Onondaga has been working for many years with the Redhouse Arts Center on coming together to bring audiences a story that promotes inclusiveness. It’s called the Theater Experience Series and ARC of Onondaga Executive Director Ellen Gutmaker talks about this amazing partnership. See more at https://TheRedHouse.org
SYNPLE is a lifestyle boutique in the village of Camillus that provides in house shopping as well as online shopping, and a SYNPLE kids boutique next door as well. Kelly Landau is the owner. See more and shop online at https://ShopSYNPLE.com
Street Talk airing weekend of 11/22/2024
If you have an hour this afternoon and would like to attend a free concert in downtown Syracuse featuring hundreds of performers, The Roman Catholic Diocese is presenting Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Mass in C Major at 2 pm at the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception. The concert is free but donations are gratefully accepted for Music For the Mission. Megan Fallon is one of those responsible for putting on the concert.Again, the concert is at 2 pm today, November 24th at the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception across from the courthouse at Columbus Circle. https://www.musicforthemission.org/
Have you ever been on jury duty? Onondaga County District Attorney William Fitzpatrick explains more about the process in picking a fair jury and why being on a jury plays such an important role in the justice system. You can catch William Fitzpatrick on our morning show the third Thursday of every month.
We’re into peak travel season at Syracuse Hancock International Airport! Customer Experience Manager Matthew Szwejbka gives some tips on getting there early enough, the airline’s apps to stay up to date and a potential shuttle just in time for the Christmas Season! See more at https://FlySyracuse.com!
Street Talk airing weekend of 11/15/2024
For those of you who think heading to the Adirondacks is just for summer months, think again. A hidden gem that was named by USA Today as the number one Science Museum in the country is open year round in Tupper Lake. Nick Gunn is Marketing Director for The Wild Center. See more at https://WildCenter.org
Some good news when it comes to worker’s compensation claims, making sure your house and guests are protected as we head into the holidays, and how you might be able to save a little money in insurance premiums when it comes to storing rather than operating your “toys”. That’s all covered with our November Conversation with Convertino – Joe Convertino Jr. President of CH Insurance. See more at https://CHInsurance.cc
Street Talk airing weekend of 11/8/2024
The Flags of Honor and Gratitude are flying through next weekend in front of the Wegmans on route 57 in Liverpool. And if you’re hearing this bright and early on Sunday morning, the official ceremony honoring the Veterans and First Responders represented this year is being held TODAY at 10 am. Phyllis Danks is with the Rotary Club of Onondaga North who is responsible for the Flags of Honor and Gratitude. For more information, visit their website at https://OnondagaNorthRotary.com
Hope for Heather is once again holding their popular annual fundraiser called Hope and Heels Fashion Show and Brunch to raise money for ovarian cancer research, promote awareness, education and patient support. Frieda Weeks is the Founder. Buy tickets for the Hope and Heels Fashion Show at https://HopeForHeather.org
Are your girls looking to try fun new things, make lasting memories, discover hidden talents and learn leadership skills? They should check out the Girl Scouts! Jaime Alvarez is Vice President of Marketing and Communications of the Girl Scouts of NYPENN Pathways. See more at https://GSNYPENN.org
Street Talk airing weekend of 11/1/2024
The CNY Veterans Parade and Expo is happening this Saturday, November 9th. The parade steps off at noon at Chevy Court and the Expo runs in the Center of Progress Building from 9 to 2. Retired Army Lieutenant Colonel Diane Greenpope is this year’s Grand Marshal.
During the Veterans Expo at the New York State fairgrounds, The Volunteer Lawyers Project of CNY and the Syracuse University College of Law Veterans Law Clinic will be holding Valor Day, a day to provide legal advice to Veterans and their families along with helping them do simple wills. Sal Curran is the Executive Director of the Volunteer Lawyer’s Project of CNY and she explains more what they do.
For more on the CNY Veterans Parade and Expo, visit https://CNYVeteransParade.org
For more on Valor Day, please visit https://vlpcny.org/get-involved/events/valor/
The kids have been back to school for about two months now and is it still a challenge to get them up and out the door every morning? Heather Cosgrove is the Director of Outpatient Services at Oswego Health and she says even though it’s always been the case that some kids have an easier time adapting than others, there are a number of factors that make it even tougher now. See more at https://OswegoHealth.org
Street Talk airing weekend of 10/25/2024
The Syracuse branch of Sleep in Heavenly Peace is a local non profit that builds and delivers twin beds or bunk beds to children who don’t have a bed. They are holding a bedding drive for new sheets, blankets, comforters and pillows this month at Driver’s Village. David Hoalcraft is their Shop Manager and Building Coordinator. You can see more, volunteer and donate at https://SHPNYSyr.org
Book Buddies continues all school year to connect community volunteers with students in grades K–3 in the Syracuse City School District and they’re always looking for more volunteers. Laurie Black is the United Way of CNY’s Community Education Director and leader of the Book Buddies program. See more and sign up at https://CNYBookBuddies.org
Open enrollment for some company’s health insurance coverage is going on this Fall. Joe Courcy is the Assistant Vice President for Group Benefits for CH Insurance. Joe Convertino Jr. is the company’s president. See more at https://CHInsurance.cc
Street Talk airing weekend of 10/18/2024
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and this week we are joined by Dr. Ryan Walker, a Breast Care Surgeon at the Center For Surgical Services at Oswego Health. He talks about breast cancer types, treatments and the importance of early detection. See more on breast care health at https://OswegoHealth.org
Two named hurricanes have now hit Florida within a two week span and residents continue to assess damage in the aftermath. Joe Convertino Jr. is President of CH Insurance and he says it’s been a rough year. See more at https://CHInsurance.cc
Big news in the non profit world here in Central New York as ARISE Inc. and Exceptional Family Resources just announced that they are combining forces and merging. This is ARISE CEO Tania Anderson, For more information, go to https://AriseInc.org and https://ContactEFR.org
Street Talk airing weekend of 10/11/2024
Francis House is holding their annual “There’s No Place Like Home” Fundraiser on Wednesday, October 16th at the Expo Center of the New York State Fairgrounds. The money will raised will help Francis House continue their mission of providing unconditional love to those in Central New York facing a terminal diagnosis. Peggy Northrup is their Development Director and Sandy Baker along with her husband Mark are this year’s Event Chairs. Find out more and buy tickets at https://FrancisHouseNY.org
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer with the American Cancer Society is being held Sunday October 20th at Clinton Square. Robert Elinskas is their Senior Development Manager. See more at https://www.MakingStridesWalk.org/Syracuse
The Rosamond Gifford Zoo Annual Zoo Boo has returned weekends through October to the Zoo. Friends of Rosamond Gifford Zoo Director Carrie Large and Zoo Director Ted Fox fill us in on all things spooky this season. See more and get tickets at https://RosamondGiffordZoo.org
Street Talk airing weekend of 10/4/2024
The Out of the Darkness Walk with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is happening on Saturday October 12th at Long Branch Park in Liverpool. Stacy Green is the Out of the Darkness Walk Chairperson. See more at https://supporting.afsp.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.event&eventID=9989
The Go Red for Women luncheon which focuses on heart disease in women, is holding their annual Go Red for Women Luncheon on Thursday October 17th at the OnCenter. Kristy Smorol is the Communications Director for the American Heart Association – New York State and Heather Drake Bianchi is the CEO and Founder of Drakos Clinical Dynamics, also a former EMT and this year’s Chairperson for the Go Red Campaign. Sign up for the Go Red for Women Luncheon at https://Heart.Org/GoRedSyracuse
Does anyone really like to get a notice for Jury Duty? Well whether you like it or not, don’t ignore it or that could lead to real trouble according to Lawyer Joe Stanley. See more legal advice at https://StanleyLawOffices.com
The Cicero American Legion Auxiliary Unit 787 is holding their annual Apple Festival on Sunday October 13th from 11 am to 3 pm at their location on Legionnaire Drive in Cicero. Tracey Engle is the Auxiliary President. You can see more on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100068156284820
Street Talk airing weekend of 9/27/2024
The Nascentia Health Charitable Foundation is holding their twelfth annual Raise a Glass fundraising event on Sunday October 6th at Timber Banks Golf Club in Baldwinsville. Colleen Prossner is the VP of Community and Development and Rachel Galusha is VP at Keybank and chairperson of the Nascentia Health Foundation Board. Reserve your spot now at https://NascentaHealth.org/raiseaglass
One in 26 people in the United States have seizures or epilepsy. The One in 26 Challenge is happening during the month of October. It’s kicking off next weekend and is a way to educate the community and also raise money for EPI which has been providing services for children and adults with epilepsy in Upstate New York for over 40 years. Sarah Korba is the Associate Director of Epilepsy Services and Marketing and Collin Horak is the Education and Intake Coordinator for EPI. Find out more and register at https://EPINY.org
October is World Blindness Awareness Month and as part of that, Aurora of Central New York is partnering with Syracuse’s Hancock Airport to hold a blind immersion event coming up on Thursday October 3rd at the airport. Susan Gray is the Public Relations and Outreach Coordinator for Aurora of CNY. See more on the October 3rd event at https://AuroraOfCNY.org
Street Talk airing weekend of 9/20/2024
For a few weeks on Street Talk, we’ve been focusing on The Redhouse Arts Center, a professional not-for-profit theater that serves the community by providing leading and inclusive experiences through its theater and educational programs. Temar Underwood is the Redhouse Arts Center Artistic Director, and Peggy Mitchell is the Director of Education for the Redhouse Arts Center. If you’d like more information on what you heard about today, visit https://TheRedHouse.org
Street Talk airing weekend of 9/13/2024
For the next few weeks on Street Talk, we are going to be focusing on The Redhouse Arts Center, a professional not-for-profit theater that serves the community by providing leading and inclusive experiences through its theater and educational programs. Franklin Fry is the Redhouse Arts Center Executive Director:
Brian Kesel is the chairman of the Redhouse Arts Center Board of Directors. We’ll be hearing much more about the Redhouse Arts Center on next week’s Street Talk. For now, if you’d like more information, visit http://TheRedHouse.org
Street Talk airing weekend of 9/6/2024
100 Black Men of Syracuse is holding their second annual Scholarship Golf Tournament on Monday September 16th to fund scholarships that empower and support the educational pursuits of today’s youth. Drake Harrison is president emeritus of 100 Black Men of Syracuse and he explains what their local nonprofit is all about. See more on the Scholarship Golf Tournament as well as their mentorship program at http://100BlackMenSyr.org
The Head Start Program of Peace Inc. in Onondaga County is looking for people who are passionate about young children to join their workforce. Rebeccah Heberle is the Head Start Director and Jamie Collucci is their Recruitment Specialist and they explain a little more about their program and who they are looking for to join their team. See more at http://Peace-caa.org/programs/hs/
If you are getting up this morning and you’d like to take part in an amazing cause, the Walk to End Alzheimer’s is kicking off today beginning at 9 am on the OCC Campus in the SRC Arena. You do not have to preregister. You can just show up. Kate Flannery is the Executive Director of the Upstate New York Chapters of the Alzheimer’s Association and Stephanie Crockett is this year’s Chairperson. Again it’s happening this morning beginning at 9 am and the walk goes off at 10. Go to http://ALZ.org/CNYwalk for more information.
Street Talk airing weekend of 8/30/2024
The CNY Diaper Bank is holding their popular Battle of the Brunch coming up on Sunday September 22nd at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Carrier Circle. Michaela Hugo is the founder of the CNY Diaper Bank, and she says they’ve helped thousands of families since they formed in 2016. Tickets are available at http://CNYDiaperBank.org
The third annual Day of Caring with the United Way of Central New York was held earlier this summer, breaking a record for the most volunteers spending the day volunteering at over 100 nonprofit organizations in the area to make a difference and to hopefully encourage volunteerism year round. Jowonio was one of the non profits taking part. Hanah Ehrenreich is their Development Director. See more at http://Jowonio.org
Major Charles Roberts is the Director of County Operations for the Salvation Army of the Syracuse Area. He says the United Way Day of Caring is a great way to expose the community into all that they do. See more at http://SASYR.org
One of the non profits that hosted volunteers back on August 1st was A Tiny Home For Good. Even though the Day of Caring is behind us, it’s still important to hear about the non-profits involved, says Director of Development Katie Weaver. See more at http://ATinyHomeForGood.org
Street Talk airing weekend of 8/23/2024
It’s almost fall and our lives are getting back into a normal schedule. Joe Convertino Jr. of CH Insurance discusses both residences and cars as the kids go back to college, health insurance for small businesses and the five most important people everyone needs when starting a business. Get more information at http://CHInsurance.cc
The third annual Day of Caring with the United Way of Central New York was held earlier this month, breaking a record for the most volunteers spending the day volunteering at over 100 nonprofit organizations in the area to make a difference and to hopefully encourage volunteerism year round. One of the non profits that hosted volunteers back on August 1st was the Onondaga Earth Corps. Kate Abel is their Program Coordinator. See more at http://OnondagaEarthCorps.org
Katie Hanlon is the United Way’s Chief Community Officer and she explains more about the United Way Day of Caring and its effect year round. There are volunteer opportunities all year round. You can find them at http://VolunteerCNY.org
Street Talk airing weekend of 8/16/2024
The 30th Annual ARC Race to benefit Arc of Onondaga is happening Saturday, September 7th at Long Branch Park in Liverpool. You can run or walk a 5K plus there’s a kids one mile fun run and 3K family fun walk. Development Director Joanna Jewett says this race is so important to continue to do what they do. See http://ARCRace.org for more details and if you put in the code 93Q when you register, you’ll get 30% off the registration fee to celebrate 30 years of the event!
The Walk to End Alzheimers with the Alzheimer’s Association is coming up on Sunday, September 8th at SRC Arena. Kate Flannery is the Executive Director of the Upstate New York Chapters of the Alzheimer’s Association and Stephanie Crockett is this year’s Chairperson. You can register up until the day of the event or just show up to take part in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Sunday September 8th. Go to http://ALZ.org/CNYwalk
Street Talk airing weekend of 8/9/2024
Rosamond Gifford Zoo is celebrating their elephants all year long but especially next weekend for their annual Asian Elephant Extravaganza on Saturday, August 17th. Carrie Large is Executive Director of Friends of Rosamond Gifford Zoo and she says their animatronic dinosaurs of the summer have been a big hit. See more at the Elephant Extravaganza and all of their upcoming events at http://RosamondGiffordZoo.org
Storm damage coverage for both your home and business and protecting your business when it comes to both part time employees and subcontractors as well as the advantages of using a independent agency are all part of our conversation with Joe Convertino Jr. of CH Insurance this time around. See more on our Conversations with Convertino link on our website. https://www.93q.com/2023/11/13/conversations-with-convertino/
Street Talk airing weekend of 8/2/2024
Hospice of CNY and The Finger Lakes is once again holding their popular Film On The Field at NBT Bank Stadium on Wednesday August 14th to support the doctors, nurses, social workers and volunteers to continue their work to support end of life care. Devorah Nadeau is their Development Coordinator. See more at http://HospiceCNY.org
Mary Nelson’s Youth Resource Center is looking for donations and volunteers to help make their 23rd annual Back-To-School Supply Giveaway on August 17th as successful as it’s been in the past. Mary says it’s a huge undertaking. Sign up and find out more at http://MaryNelsonYouthCenter.com
Onondaga County Health Commissioner Dr. Kathryn Anderson continues her discussion with us this week regarding treating health concerns in this area of the country as compared to others, and why you should start planning now for your kid’s back to school vaccines.
See more at http://OnGov.net/health/
Street Talk airing weekend of 7/26/2024
Hope for Bereaved is holding its 14th Annual Remembrance Run/Walk on Saturday August 3rd. New Executive Director Kelly Ocampo explains what Hope for Bereaved is all about and how you can sign up to be part of their fundraiser. See more on Hope for Bereaved’s programs and services as well as the Remembrance Run/Walk at http://HopeForBereaved.com
Did you know that houses built before 1978 could contain hazardous lead paint? Lead paint is the most common cause of lead poisoning in children. And Central New York has a lot of old houses. The Onondaga County Lead Poisoning Prevention Program wants to help not only have your children tested, but your homes tested and can help you if you don’t have the means to do so. Dr. Kathryn Anderson is the Onondaga County Health Commissioner. We’ll hear more from Dr. Anderson next week on other health issues facing Central New York. http://ongov.net/health/lead/
United Way of Central New York is holding their Annual Day of Caring coming up this Thursday August 1st and they still want community members to get involved. Katie Hanlon is their Chief Community Officer and she explains more what the day is all about. Sign up today at http://VolunteerCNY.org
Street Talk airing weekend of 7/19/2024
Sarah’s Guest House, a non profit organization that provides lodging, meals and comfort to patients and families of patients receiving medical care in Central New York is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year! And they are having a big fundraiser to mark the occasion. Development Specialist Renee McCaffrey fills us in. See more and buy tickets at http://SarahsGuestHouse.org
Cascades Indoor Water Park at Greek Peak Mountain Resort continues to draw both residents from Central New York and visitors from all over. Jon Spaulding is their Marketing Director. See more at http://GreekPeak.net
Hancock International Airport continues to have the busiest year yet. Customer Experience Manager Matt Szwejbka updates us on the latest when it comes to an upcoming fundraiser and making sure Central New York is represented to visitors inside the airport. See more at http://FlySyracuse.com
Street Talk airing weekend of 7/12/2024
As we get into the midst of summer, with so much activity outside of the home, keeping your family uninjured, healthy and safe takes on a much bigger role. Nurse Practitioner Deirdre Wahl is with the Fulton PrimeCare location of Oswego Health. And she has some tips for summer wellness. See more at http://OswegoHealth.org
The CUS Foundation was established in loving memory of Tom Cusumano who died of suicide in the fall of 2022. A year ago, his wife Betsy began the organization to help provide a number of services to survivors of suicide loss. You can see more and sign up for their golf tournament at http://TheCUSFoundation.org
Assemblyman Al Stirpe is once again holding his 18th annual Lifesavers Blood Drive during a time of year when blood donations are way down and the need for blood is way up. He has actually a busy couple of months ahead. Register for this Tuesday’s blood drive at Driver’s Village at http://rcblood.org/4dq8pXt
Street Talk airing weekend of 7/5/2024
Lockheed Martin in Syracuse is once again honoring a Hometown Hero this summer, to be recognized on Armed Forces Day at the New York State Fair on August 29th. Chandra Marshal is the VP of Radar and Sensors System and the Syracuse General Manager and she says things at Lockheed are busier than ever. See more on the Hometown Hero at http://www.lockheedmartin.com/nys
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central New York is once again celebrating “Christmas In July” to help keep their home going throughout the year. Beth Trunfio is the Executive Director and she explains how they are coming into a very exciting time for the Ronald McDonald House. See the “Christmas In July” wish list at http://RMHCNY.org
The Salvation Army Syracuse Area continues to provide programs and services to thousands in Central New York and this week we get to hear from Christina Thornton who is the Director of Emergency and Practical Assistance Services. See more at http://SASYR.org
The Sterling Renaissance Festival begins another amazing run this weekend and is open Saturdays and Sundays through August 18th at their fairgrounds in Sterling, New York. Francesca the Pirate says it’s going to be another amazing year. See more at http://SterlingFestival.com
Street Talk airing weekend of 6/28/2024
Vanisha Brown survived a suicide attempt and that is why she is so passionate about sharing her story and helping others to get through and survive a dark time in their lives. She is one of the main organizers behind the first ever Black Mental Health and Wellness Fair which is happening on Saturday, July 20th in Clinton Square and she talks about why this is such an important cause. Again the Black Mental Health and Wellness Fair is happening on Saturday July 20th in Clinton Square. Follow My Healthy Mind for more information. http://www.downtownsyracuse.com/events/black-mental-health-wellness-fair-07-20-2024
The Tom Dooley Choraliers were founded in 1962 and since then have been spreading great music and raising money for tremendous causes right here in Central New York. They are teaming up this year once again with the St. Patrick Hunger Project to raise money to feed the hungry in this area. Pete Carentz is President of the Choraliers and Vince Christian is President of the Syracuse St. Patrick’s Parade Committee. Learn more at http://Choraliers.com
The Salvation Army of Syracuse just finished up a very successful three-on-three basketball tournament, raising money to keep their many programs and services going strong. Marett Seymour is Program Supervisor for Barnabas Outreach Program Youth Services. Michele Cunningham is the Early Head Start Manager and part of the Early Childhood Education Program. To learn more about all of the services that the Salvation Army of Syracuse offers, go to http://SASYR.org
Street Talk airing weekend of 6/21/2024
The Girl Scouts of NYPENN Pathways are entering their third year of hosting Camp Beyond, two separate weeks of summer camp for youth ages 12 – 18 who identify under the LGBTQ+ umbrella. Emery Grant is the Beyond Program Director and he fills us in on what Camp Beyond is all about. See more and sign up at http://BeyondBinary.org
It’s a busy time of year for us when it comes to making sure our “toys” are safe and insured, whether it be our boats, RVs, motorcycles, jetskis, even summer camps. Joe Convertino Jr. is the President of CH Insurance and he urges you to check your policies every year. See more at http://CHInsurance.cc
The Kallet Theater in the village of Pulaski has been around since the 1800s but it’s been under new ownership for the last ten years and since the pandemic, they have really tried to bring in all kinds of entertainment to the historic venue. James Voytko is the Marketing, Events, and Production Director with the Kallet and he fills us in. See more at http://KalletTheater.com
Street Talk airing weekend of 6/14/2024
The Longest Day, June 21st, is the day with the most light. And the Alzheimer’s Association is hoping that you spend that day helping to fight Alzheimer’s and other dementias by taking part in a fundraising activity of your choice. Kate Flannery is the Executive Director of the Upstate New York Chapters of the Alzheimer’s Association. Find out more at http://ALZ.org
There is a new approach to memory care at Loretto facilities called the Montessori Method Approach to Senior Care. Dr. Joelle Margrey is Loretto’s Chief Nursing Officer. See more at http://LorettoCNY.org
The CNY Pride Festival and Parade is happening in Syracuse’s Inner Harbor on Saturday June 22nd. Organizer Jimmy Monto is with CNY Pride. See more at http://CNYPride.org
Street Talk airing weekend of 6/7/2024
Devin’s Rec Room is Central New York’s first ever Sober Active community and they are holding an inaugural “Never Walk Alone” Walk for Recovery today, Sunday June 9th. Henry Brigham is the Founder and CEO and he explains what is behind Devin’s Rec Room. See more at http://DevinsRecRoom.org
It is not too late to enjoy this year’s St. Sophia Greek Cultural Festival which is running one more day today, from noon to four pm at St. Sophia’s Greek Orthodox Church. Organizer Sophie Meskos fills us in. For more information, see http://SyracuseGreekFest.com
ARISE at the Farm in Chittenango is the home of an all inclusive playground which is enjoyed by the public free of charge. But Tania Anderson, CEO of ARISE says they’ve been dealing with some irritating and downright scary issues. See more and support at http://ARISEINC.org
Once again, European Motor Club of Central New York is holding their very popular Eurocar 2024 on Sunday, June 16th at the Lafayette Apple Festival fairgrounds on route 20 in Lafayette. Member Jim Kenyon says the event is getting more and more popular. See more on the European Motor Club of Central New York Facebook page. http://www.facebook.com/groups/326567321430642
