Failing Up

In this episode I have a conversation with the one and only Frank Malfitano the founder and  Executive Director of the Syracuse, N.Y. Jazz Fest. We explore Frank's vast musical and cultural experienc…

In this episode I have a conversation with Stephen Butler the former Executive Director of CNY Arts, actor, and playwriter.  Our conversation touched on the impact the arts have played throughout his…

The end of summer tradition, the  New York State Fair. Most states have a fair and in the case of New York it takes place at the end of August and ends on Labor Day.  Once the clock strikes midnight …

Almost all jobs whether it be a counter position at fast food restaurant, or CEO, of a large company, coach, university president, plumber etc.. has a description, qualification for the position soug…

When the government decides they would like to recommend the displaying and telling of history in a narrative that is beneficial to them, it is no longer history, it is propaganda.  Propaganda is int…

Here we are in the Dog Days of summer, and as I approach the grocery store with  heat and humidity at 95% I am greeted by a display of ceramic Jack O Lanterns!! What the Hell?? No wonder people say s…

One of the reasons, an administration will attempt to control universities, media, news, and other messengers is that an informed public is a threat.  Instead of addressing the message, they address …

Public broadcasting is truly the last bastion of principles, and services to those they reach.  I have always felt that it was on a different plain then the commercial, networks and cable stations.  …

In this episode I have the pleasure of talking with the former Dome Ranger, Dennis Brogan, who was seen roving the court and in the stands for Syracuse University basketball and Football during the g…

Political satire has been around as long as time, from Mark Twain, Will Rogers, and in my life-time, the Smothers Brothers, Rowan and Martin, Laugh-In, Saturday Night Live, all entertaining and infor…

Political satire has been around as long as time, from Mark Twain, Will Rogers, and in my life-time, the Smothers Brothers, Rowan and Martin, Laugh-In, Saturday Night Live, all entertaining and infor…

From Memorial Day through Labor Day, the outdoor grills come out and cooking outside mostly over a gas fabricated fire is the thing to do here in the Northeastern part of the U.S.  From the time huma…

There longer are two political parties in this nation.  What was once the Republican Party of Lincoln, Teddy Roosevelt, Eisenhower, and the Bush's is now a movement called MAGA.  Oh yes, there are re…

It seems that forever we have pleaded in the words of John Lennon's song: "All We Are Saying Is Give Peace A Chance," however it does not seem possible and why? Peace is not profitable, it does not f…

Well, it's summer in the great northeastern portion of the United States, and that means we have 90 days to have fun damn it.  Get out the boat, pack the beach, the public pools, be in denial about t…

We have all heard numerous stories regarding road rage, but let me tell you I believe coffee rage is far more serious.  I had the opportunity stand inside at a drive-thru coffee shop this week, and s…

Well, the most powerful man in the world and the riches man in the world have broken up, and not in a pretty way.  This has been a public break-up for the ages, and all in real time for real viewers.…

It seems to me everyone is pissed off, whether it is on the road, in the airport, at the store, or the fast food drive thru, the world is pissed.  It seems like anger has become our go to emotion.  S…

I have had the pleasure to work at two fine Universities.  Our academic institutions are the epicenters of divers thoughts, research,  creativity and artistic expression. They benefit all in our soci…

Before I get any farther let me make it clear I do not support the policies of the current administration on any level.  I am a life long Democrat. Now, having said that I cannot deny that Donald Tru…