WAMC's Friday quiz segment, Any Questions?, puts news director Ian Pickus in the hot seat, as he and listeners field questions from resident quizzer Mike Nothnagel. Nothnagel is Associate Professor of mathematics at The Culinary Institute of America, and a crossword constructor for the New York Times and Games Magazine, among other outlets. Often, Mike and Ian switch seats or feature guest answerers, such as Will Shortz, Liane Hansen, John Flansburgh and Mike Doughty. Any Questions? airs Fri ...
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WAMC's The Roundtable is an award-winning, nationally recognized eclectic talk program. The show airs from 9 a.m. to noon each weekday and features news, interviews, in-depth discussion, music, theatre, and more!
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Each week on The Book Show, host Joe Donahue interviews authors about their books, their lives and their craft. It is a celebration of both reading and writers.
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Whether it's the environment, health, our children, politics or the arts, there's a women's perspective, and 51% is a show dedicated to that viewpoint. Host Jesse King talks to experts in their field for a wide-ranging, entertaining discussion of issues that not only fall into the traditional 'women's issues' category, but topics that concern us all as human beings and citizens of the global community.
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Each week on The Capitol Connection, you can keep yourself abreast of political developments and gain a little insight into how New York State's politicians think when you listen in as political scientist Dr. Alan Chartock holds conversations with members from the Assembly and Senate, and other political movers and shakers.
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Vox Pop is WAMC's live call-in talk program. Host Ray Graf welcomes guests with expertise in areas ranging from astronomy and birding to taxes and cooking. Our experts take questions posed by WAMC listeners. Every Monday is a "Medical Monday." Every Friday is a "Food Friday."There are several ways to join the conversation:Call in during the show from 2-3 p.m. at 1-800-348-2551 (1-800-34TALK-1)Email voxpop@wamc.org during the showTweet us @WAMCVoxPopYou can subscribe to the podcast here: iTun ...
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The Media Project is an inside look at media coverage of current events with The Times Union's Rex Smith, WAMC's Alan Chartock, University at Albany Professor Rosemary Armao, Editor of the Daily Gazette Judy Patrick, Chair of the Department of Communication at the College of St. Rose Cailin Brown, Publisher of Empire Report New York J.P. Miller, and Daily Freeman Publisher Emeritus Ira Fusfeld.
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You can find the region's most in-depth look at New York State politics and government each week on The Legislative Gazette. Hosted by David Guistina, the program features regular commentary by syndicated columnist and political scientist Dr. Alan Chartock. On each program, the award-winning WAMC News Team combines forces to bring you a wrap-up of the week's political news, the goings on in and around the legislature, and the stories that will keep you well-informed and in the know.
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A New York Minute In History is a podcast about the history of New York and the unique tales of New Yorkers. It is hosted by State Historian Devin Lander, Saratoga County Historian Lauren Roberts and Don Wildman. Jesse King and Jim Levulis of WAMC produce the podcast. A New York Minute In History is a production of the New York State Museum, WAMC Northeast Public Radio and Archivist Media. Support for the project comes from The William G. Pomeroy Foundation, the National Endowment for the Hu ...
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Every day, faculty members at schools and universities throughout the world are making discoveries that shape our ways of thinking and redefine our understanding of today's knowledge-driven society. Since 1990, The Best of Our Knowledge has highlighted breakthroughs across disciplines and across the globe, putting listeners in touch with the minds at the forefront of their fields. Each week this program examines some of the issues unique to education, looks at the latest research and invites ...
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WAMC's Alan Chartock speaks with artists, politicians, writers and people from various backgrounds to get to the heart of their lives, and contributions to the world.
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Includes sermons hosted by Weavertown Amish Mennonite Church of Bird in Hand, PA.
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Includes events hosted by Weavertown Amish Mennonite Church of Bird in Hand, PA.
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Our podcast features tip and tricks on search engine optimization, online advertising and otherwise how to maintain a great online presence. We also like talking with business owners about their tricks to manage the digital landscape.
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Outdoors with Jeremy Hurst and Sean Mahar 10/29/24
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We welcome back Jeremy Hurst and Sean Mahar of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Ray Graf hosts.
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Book Picks - Chatham Bookstore and The Book House
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This week's Book Picks come from are Amy Zimmerman from Chatham Bookstore in Chatham, NY and we also welcome Cheryl McKeon from The Book House in Albany, NY.Door Joe Donahue
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The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are Semi-retired, Editor at large/columnist/editorial writer at the Times Union Jay Jochnowitz, political consultant and lobbyist Libby Post, and Former Times Union Associate Editor Mike Spain.
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SPAC New Annual McCormack Jazz Series
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Saratoga Performing Arts Center has established a new annual McCormack Jazz Series in honor of “Saratoga’s Champion of Jazz,” Don McCormack, and his family. Presented as part of SPAC’s 2024-2025 fall and spring seasons in Spa Little Theater, the inaugural series will feature a roster of international talent.…
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The Book Show | Liz Moore – The God of the Woods
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Author Liz Moore transports readers into a thrilling drama richly set against summertime in the Adirondacks in “The God of the Woods.” The novel follows the mysteries of a dynastic American family, the secrets of the summer camp nestled in their estate, the tragic history of a blue-collar community, and the disappearance of a young girl at the cent…
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Will Massachusetts voters stick with their Senator?In today’s Congressional Corner, Western New England University professor of political science Tim Vercellotti continues his conversation with WAMC’s Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded October 17th.Door Ian Pickus
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Medical Monday 10/28/24: Vascular surgery with Dr. Adriana Laser
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We welcome Dr. Adriana Laser to answer our listeners' questions about vascular surgery. Ray Graf hosts.
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The Historic Albany Foundation focuses on preserving the built environment, streetscapes, communities, and architecture that keeps Albany’s 400+ year history alive. BUILT 2024 will be on view Friday, November 1 thru Sunday, November 3 at the Albany Armory on Washington Avenue.Door Joe Donahue
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Bob Gluck's "Pat Metheny: Stories Beyond Words"
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Bob Gluck, whose perspective as pianist, composer, and educator has illuminated the music of Herbie Hancock and Miles Davis in his two previous books, now focuses his lens on the music of Metheny. Neither a biography nor chronological record of Metheny’s musical output, "Pat Metheny: Stories Beyond Words" instead captures Metheny’s self-conception …
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The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are Preceptor in Public Speaking, Strategic Communications, and Public Relations for the Faculty of Arts and Sciences at Harvard University Terry Gipson, Tetherless World Professor of Computer, Web and Cognitive Sciences at RPI Jim Hendler, and Executi…
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9th Annual BraVa! Fundraiser for the YWCA of the Greater Capital Region
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The 9th Annual BraVa! Event happens on November 7th - a fundraiser to benefit YWCA of the Greater Capital Region that will provide new bras and binders to those in need.Door Joe Donahue
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Glass blowing and apple research
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For more than a decade, glass artists at the Brattleboro Museum and Art Center in southern Vermont have been challenged and inspired by the creativity of children. We’ll speak with an artist who is bringing drawings to life. We’ll meet students in upstate New York who are celebrating the turning point of the American Revolution. And we’ll catch up …
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Congressional Corner with Tim Vercellotti
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Election Day is almost here.In today’s Congressional Corner, Western New England University professor of political science Tim Vercellotti speaks with WAMC’s Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded October 17th.Door Ian Pickus
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Sabaoth: Lord of the Heavenly Armies – Nate Bange
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Election Day is November 5. Is anyone else nervous? We speak with Shevaun D. Neupert, a professor of psychology at North Carolina State University, about the impacts of election anxiety and how to cope before and after voting. We also hear from the sisters behind the “Vote Without Fear” campaign, reminding women — especially those in controlling re…
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The Capitol Connection – Susan Lerner, Executive Director of Common Cause New York
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The Legislative Gazette – New York state celebrates a solar energy milestone
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The Media Project – Rex, Judy, Barbara, Miles
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A reanimated vampire film and a corn maze
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Guitarist and composer Gary Lucas breathes new life into a nearly century-old vampire film. We’ll learn about how farmers create a seasonal corn maze. And we’ll take a trip to the weight room.Door WAMC
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Maranatha – Dave Stoltzfoos
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The Media Project – Rex, Barbara, Mike, David
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Domestic Violence Awareness Month
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On this week’s 51%, we recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month. WAMC’s Samantha Simmons speaks with Equinox Inc. counselor Melissa Kovelman about what domestic violence looks like in different types of relationships and how to seek help. We also check in with Upper Hudson Planned Parenthood about the various services it offers to patients strug…
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The Capitol Connection – Sasha Ahuja, Executive Director of New Yorkers for Equal Rights
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The Book Show | Lauren Groff – The Vaster Wilds (encore airing)
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Lauren Groff is a three-time National Book Award finalist and New York Times bestselling author. Her new novel, “The Vaster Wilds,” is at once an adventure story and a penetrating fable about trying to find a new way of living in a world succumbing to the churn of colonialism. It tells the story of America in miniature, through one girl at a hinge …
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Scary stories and a sensory room
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What’s your favorite scary story? We’ll speak with Jeremy Dauber, author of American Scary. The book chronicles the history of horror in America. And we’ll learn about how libraries are creating sensory-focused spaces.Door WAMC
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Two Delights, Two Directions, Two Destinies (Psalm 1) Norman Kauffman 10/13/20024
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Roundtable Panel: The Week in Review - Episode 191
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Each weekday morning, The Roundtable's Joe Donahue is joined by various experts, journalists, educators, and commentators to discuss current events. On Roundtable Panel: The Week in Review, we feature your favorite panelists discussing news items from the previous week.
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Food Friday 10/11/24: Farm to table with Chef Josh Kroner
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Joining us today is Chef Josh Kroner, - Executive Chef and owner of Terrapin Restaurant in Rhinebeck, NY. We'll talk about the virtues of "Farm to Table" dining. Ray Graf hosts.
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Moon Unit Zappa to discuss "Earth to Moon: A Memoir" in Woodstock on 10/13
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Moon Unit Zappa's new book is “Earth to Moon: A Memoir.” Moon Unit Zappa will be at a Golden Notebook event being held at Mountain View Studio in Woodstock, New York this Sunday, October 13 at 1 p.m. - she'll be in conversation with Martha Frankel.Door Joe Donahue
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Housing is in short supply in the Northeast.In today’s Congressional Corner, Democratic Connecticut U.S. Senator Chris Murphy wraps up his conversation with WAMC’s Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded September 25th.Door Ian Pickus
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The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are The Ulster County Comptroller and the former president and CEO of the Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley March Gallagher, Corporate Attorney with Phillips Lytle LLP Rich Honen, and Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan.…
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The Media Project – Rex, Barbara, Ian, David
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The Legislative Gazette – we’ll took a look at Proposition 1 on the state ballot this election day
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Dr. Arnold Baskies on breast density and cancer screening
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On this week’s 51%, we recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Month and learn why doctors are being instructed to tell patients about their breast density after mammograms. We also speak with Dr. Elizabeth Lucal of Nuvance Health about the impacts of iron deficiency and anemia on women. And Natasha Senjanovic of the New York Public News Network brings u…
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Would you believe it? It's our final gardening show of 2024! The experts are back with last minute tips to get your lawn and garden ready for winter. Ray Graf hosts.
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Will the U.S. stand by Ukraine?In today’s Congressional Corner, Democratic Connecticut U.S. Senator Chris Murphy continues his conversation with WAMC’s Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded September 25th.Door Ian Pickus
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10/10/24 Special Lockbox Panel: LGBTQ+
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The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are Associate Director of Intercultural Student Engagement at UAlbany University at Albany Courtney D'Allaird, Community activist – Former Executive Director of the NYS Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence Gwen Wright, Political consultant, l…
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The Capitol Connection – Democratic Assemblymember Deborah Glick
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Our panel of experts is back to help you protect your intellectual property. Bill Westwood, Polly Law and Paul Rapp join us to take your calls. Ray Graf hosts.
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The government is staying open.In today’s Congressional Corner, Democratic Connecticut U.S. Senator Chris Murphy speaks with WAMC’s Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded September 25th.Door Ian Pickus
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10/9/24 Special Lockbox Panel: Climate Change
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The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are Dean of the College of Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security and Cybersecurity at the University at Albany Robert Griffin, an advance Lead for the White House and former Chief of Staff for State Senator Michelle Hinchey and former Assistant Cou…
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Automotive repair with Gordon Fricke 10/8/24
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A longtime listener favorite, Gordon Fricke is back to offer automotive maintenance and repair advice. Ray Graf hosts.
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10/8/24 Special Lockbox Panel: Tribalism of Politics
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The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are The Empire Report’s JP Miller, Former Times Union Associate Editor Mike Spain, Roger Berkowitz is Founder and Academic Director of the Hannah Arendt Center at Bard College, and speakers from the Hannah Arendt Center Conference Uday Singh Mehta, Lyn…
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Democratic members of the House are rooting for their former colleague.In today’s Congressional Corner, Democratic Vermont Senator Peter Welch wraps up his conversation with WAMC’s Ian Pickus. This interview was recorded September 25th.Door Ian Pickus
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The Book Show | Richard Powers – Playground
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Richard Powers’ bestselling novel, "The Overstory," won the Pulitzer Prize and has more than 1 million copies in print. His new novel, "Playground," captures the beauty and loss of the ocean, following four lives: a marine biologist, an artist, a schoolteacher, and an AI pioneer as they intersect on an island in French Polynesia.…
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Medical Monday 10/7/24: Podiatry with Dr. Douglas Tumen
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Dr. Douglas Tumen of Hudson Valley Foot Associates joins us to take your foot health questions. Ray Graf hosts.
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