Season 1
Hanah Ehrenreich on the Storytelling With Children Festival (May 17) at The MOST in Syracuse Host Noah Chrysler interviews Hanah Ehrenreich, festival organizer and a Syracuse common councilor, about the free Storytelling With Children Festival on May 17 at The MOST in Syracuse, created to address a literacy crisis by giving kids a “why” through imagination and oral storytelling. The day includes a sensory-friendly hour with deaf storytellers using ASL, performances by storytellers and authors including Bruce Coville, Vanessa Johnson, Perry Ground (Onondaga Turtle clan), Christine Darrow, and Paul Solan, plus activity stations like an illustration workshop led by Sue Ketter. Author and folklorist Adam Gidwitz will record a live, kid-participatory “Syracuse fairytale” for the Grim Grimmer Grimace podcast; his sessions are the only ticketed portion, with VIP meet-and-greet options. An adult-focused panel, “The Art and Industry of Storytelling,” will be held at 7 PM at Parthenon Books. Info is on Facebook and Instagram. 00:00 Welcome to Good News York 00:28 Why Storytelling Matters 02:18 Festival Schedule and Highlights 03:16 Grimm Tales with a Twist 05:49 How Hanah Got Started 07:18 Kids as Co Storytellers 08:47 Storytelling for Adults Too 12:27 Favorite Childhood Stories 14:52 Storytelling Tips and Impact 18:51 Access Food and Festival Vision 21:10 Where to Learn More 21:31 Closing Thanks and Sign Off
Good News York: McMahon Ryan Child Advocacy Center & the Pinwheel Ball Matt Masur hosts Good News York from Clickstream Studios’ new facility with guests Erin Bates, executive director of the McMahon Ryan Child Advocacy Center, and Catherine Alton, board member and 2024 Pinwheel Ball chair. They explain McMahon Ryan’s role as Onondaga County’s child advocacy center, coordinating a multidisciplinary, trauma-informed team to investigate child abuse reports and support children and families, while also providing short-term therapy and making referrals when needed. They highlight proactive outreach and education delivered by a six-person team reaching over 80 schools and more than 26,000 children. The episode promotes their major fundraiser, the black-tie Pinwheel Ball at the Oncenter with live music, auctions, and a live event painting, plus other ways to support including online auctions, raffles, pinwheel gardens, and upcoming events, with details at mcmahonryan.org and via social media. 00:00 Welcome to Good News York 00:30 Meet the Guests 01:04 What McMahon Ryan Does 01:41 How Cases Reach Them 03:07 Trauma Informed Support 04:30 Prevention Outreach in Schools 05:10 Therapy and Service Area 06:22 Pinwheel Ball Preview 07:36 Auctions and Big Ticket Items 08:57 Tickets Dress Code Details 10:33 More Ways to Support 12:34 Pinwheels and Social Media 13:57 How to Get Help 14:45 Closing Thanks and Sign Off
Former Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh on Leading the New York State Canal Corporation and the Modern Erie Canal System Matt Maier hosts the first episode filmed in Good News York’s new downtown Syracuse space and welcomes former Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh, now director of the New York State Canal Corporation. Walsh recounts his Syracuse roots, family tradition of public service, eight years as mayor, and passing leadership to Mayor Owens, his former deputy mayor. He explains the Canal Corporation’s role managing a modern, 524-mile, four-canal system (Erie, Champlain, Seneca, Oswego) with 57 locks, lift bridges, trails, recreation, limited commercial shipping, and significant infrastructure maintenance needs, including deferred maintenance and capital priorities. Walsh describes winter work, workforce support, partnerships, and efforts to promote the canal as a world-class linear park. He highlights upcoming navigation season (May 15–Oct 14), events like the Medina Triennial, Albany Symphony canal performances, and the Seneca Chief “Back to Buffalo” tour, and shares Syracuse water-related gems such as Elmwood Park, Hiawatha Lake, and the Inner Harbor/Creekwalk. 00:00 Welcome to the New Studio 01:01 Meet Former Mayor Ben Walsh 02:23 Passing the Torch to Mayor Owens 03:34 Why the Canal Corporation 04:55 Canal System Explained 06:47 Erie Canal Then and Now 08:00 Modern Uses and Upgrades 09:58 Ben Walsh Day to Day 12:13 Trails and Local Partnerships 13:22 Biggest Canal Surprises 15:53 Events to Watch This Season 18:16 Hidden Gems in Syracuse 20:33 Wrap Up and Thanks
Syracuse Actor Studio on Building Community and Launching SAS Fest at The Palace Theater Host Noah Chrysler interviews Laura Disser and Joe Cunningham, co-founders of Syracuse Actor Studio (SAS), a monthly, donation-supported gathering of local actors and creatives featuring rotating instruction, exercises, performances, panels, workshops, and occasional field trips to connect Syracuse’s theater and film ecosystem. They discuss SAS Fest, a free-admission (donations encouraged) Central New York screening event at The Palace Theater in Eastwood running Sunday the 19th from 12–9, featuring 21 local projects including short films, a feature, and music videos. Joe and Laura describe how SAS collaborations helped generate many of the films and share their new short film, “Mariah,” about a disgraced CIA operative battling addiction and confronting her past, shot at recognizable Syracuse locations. They outline growth plans including a 501(c)(3), an interim board, and a long-term vision for a film incubator called Cinema City. 00:00 Welcome to Good News York 00:18 Meet Joe and Laura 00:35 What Is SAS 01:20 Inside Monthly Sessions 02:47 SAS Fest Details 04:03 Why SAS Fest Exists 07:31 Community Fuels Creativity 08:55 New Film Collaboration 10:29 Mariah Plot Pitch 11:09 Writing Directing and Locations 13:44 Playing a CIA Role 15:02 Yin Yang Partnership 16:20 Organized Chaos Filmmaking 17:27 Self Tapes and Auditions 18:02 SAS Future Vision 21:23 SAS Fest Details 22:21 Community Growth Stories 24:13 Palace Theater Praise 24:49 Final Thanks and Sign Off
Inside The Wild and The Haven: Chittenango’s Interactive Zoo and Safari Resort Vision Host Noah Chrysler interviews Jeff Taylor, owner of The Wild in Chittenango, New York, an interactive zoo featuring animals from around the world with a focus on guest experience, animal welfare, and conservation through education. Jeff describes The Haven, a former dairy farm property expanding from a wedding venue into a concert venue and resort with planned lodging near animals, a resort-style pool with a flamingo exhibit, and other amenities. He highlights the unique setting of weddings and concerts overlooking a savannah with giraffes and other African species, and lists upcoming concert acts including Drake Milligan, Avery Anna, Buckcherry, Lakeview, Montgomery Gentry, Marshall Tucker Band, and The Band Perry. Jeff shares 2026 season updates such as grizzly cubs, returning tiger shows, and a nonprofit, Friends of the Wild, funding conservation via paid tiger feedings. He discusses operational scale, staffing, local pushback, veterinary care, and the role of zoos in education. Visitors can find information at thewildpark.com and Haven social pages. 00:00 Welcome and Introductions 00:24 What The Wild Is 01:01 The Haven Origin Story 02:13 Safari Weddings Vision 02:54 Concerts and Big Events 04:31 Season Opening Updates 05:01 Tiger Shows and Nonprofit 05:56 Feeding and Animal Care 06:24 Farming and Self Sufficiency 07:14 Growth Challenges and Red Tape 08:56 Animal Welfare and Conservation 12:47 Team Values and Staffing 14:21 How to Visit and Closing
Cavalcade of Cars CNY Returns to NYS Fairgrounds Expo Center April 18–19 Host Noah Chrysler interviews Brian “Badger” (operations manager for Syracuse Nationals, LLC) about the Cavalcade of Cars Syracuse Edition, acquired in 2025 and entering its second year. The two-day indoor show runs April 18–19 at the New York State Fairgrounds Expo Center and features over 200 displays including cars, trucks, Jeeps, bikes, customs, classics, and motorcycles, plus vendors, live music, kids’ activities, a pinup contest hosted by Rosie Rockabilly, and a charity pinstriping/lettering event benefiting Ronald McDonald House of CNY where attendees can bring items for artwork. Badger explains moving from the Center of Progress and shifting dates from March to April to avoid snow and expand space (110,000 sq ft), with registration selling out April 1. He discusses CNY car culture, family focus (kids 12 and under free), and ticket info at cavalcadeofcarscny.com. 00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro 00:51 What Is Cavalcade 01:30 Why Move to Expo 03:39 Growing the Show 04:20 Running Nationals Since 2023 05:42 Weekend Highlights and Music 07:48 Pinup Contest Explained 08:56 Charity Pinstriping Details 10:08 Why Syracuse Loves Cars 12:15 Family Friendly and Kids 13:52 Hot Takes and Car Opinions 18:24 Why You Should Attend 19:26 Dates Tickets and Farewell
Sewercuse’s Joey Rafino on Drain Clogs, Flushable Wipes, and Growing a Syracuse Drain Business Host Noah Chrysler interviews Joey Rafino of Syracuse Drain Solutions (“Sewercuse”), a Syracuse-based drain-cleaning specialist handling clogs in sinks, tubs, dishwashers, and main sewers. Joey says homeowners most often damage drains by putting the wrong things down them—especially “flushable” wipes (an everyday problem), grease that solidifies in cold pipes, and food/oils rinsed off plates; Syracuse’s old pipes also invite tree-root intrusions that can cause basement backups through floor drains. He explains how he differentiates from typical plumbers by doing camera inspections and descaling with a flex-shaft chain knocker rather than just snaking a hole through. Joey discusses recording jobs for Instagram/TikTok, learning what drives engagement, and using myths like eggshells “sharpening” disposals to spark comments. He warns Drano can work but may damage old lines, describes disposing bacon grease with tinfoil, shares a story of helping a cash-strapped resident by coordinating free city excavation, and says his next step is hiring help for calls and workload. 00:00 Meet Sewer Cuse 01:01 Common Drain Mistakes 01:09 Wipes Grease Roots 02:09 Basement Backup Signs 02:32 Origin Story and Name 03:32 Instagram Growth Playbook 06:02 Real Drain Pro Tools 07:57 Customer Win Story 08:52 Plumber Hot Takes 10:24 Draino and Water Heaters 12:17 Ban Flushable Wipes 12:49 Whats Next for Business 13:43 Wrap Up and Thanks
Introducing The Bad Bosses Podcast: Turning Bad Leadership Into Good On Good News, York, host Matt (Clickstream Studios) welcomes Joe, a new Clickstream content creator, to discuss his podcast concept, The Bad Bosses, drawn from his 36-year career at Syracuse University (35 in management, 26 as a director). Joe aims to educate and entertain by sharing anonymized stories about bad bosses while defining what makes good leadership, noting many workplaces promote supervisors without preparing them. He critiques at-will employment laws, especially in New York, and proposes state-mandated supervisor development programs for employers with 50+ employees, using models like law enforcement promotion testing to identify strengths and weaknesses. He links bad bosses to turnover, stress, and unionization, recommends confronting a bad boss first, and invites guests via badbosses.org and info@badbosses.org, while also plugging leadership development resources and local sponsors. 00:00 Who Do You Wanna Fire 00:26 Welcome To Good News York 01:00 Meet The Bad Bosses Host 01:27 Why Bad Bosses Happen 02:43 Training Gaps Across Industries 03:37 At Will Employment Explained 05:12 Testing And Training For Leaders 08:05 Every Employee Deserves A Good Boss 09:19 Unions And Workplace Treatment 11:35 Firing With Humanity 13:20 Share Your Bad Boss Story 15:08 Leadership Programs And Resources 19:19 Which Industries Are Worst 23:04 Advice For Dealing With A Bad Boss 25:07 Where To Find The Podcast 26:26 Closing And Sponsor Shoutout
Noah Chrysler Joins Clickstream Studios and Launches Syracuse Improv On Good News York, host Danny Tripodi interviews Noah Chrysler, a new hire at Clickstream Studios with a long YouTube background and experience in digital marketing strategy for YouTubers and businesses. Noah explains he joined after reaching out repeatedly and meeting the mayor, and he’s excited to collaborate with Danny, Matt, and Amanda while also running Syracuse Improv at Clickstream’s former Spaghetti Warehouse headquarters. Syracuse Improv hosts free, public workshops every other Wednesday from 6–8 PM aimed at rebuilding community and growing an improv scene in Syracuse, with future class levels planned using an inherited curriculum. Noah promotes a one-night “Improvised Dungeons and Dragons” show April 13 at Song & Dance (tickets via syracuseimprov.com). They also discuss Danny’s work at Clickstream and RetroGameCon dates and ticket info. 00:00 Cold Open Banter 01:00 Meet Noah Chrysler 01:17 Noah YouTube Origins 01:41 Joining Clickstream Studios 02:52 Syracuse Improv Pitch 03:31 Who Can Join 04:33 Why Community Matters 06:56 Free Workshops Vision 09:37 Improvised DnD Show 11:24 Cast Roles Audience Input 13:13 Show Details Tickets 13:32 Where to Find Syracuse Improv 14:04 Nonprofit Goals and Education 14:47 Will the Show Return 16:05 Auditions and Getting Involved 18:04 Turning to Clickstream Studios 20:52 Retro Game Con Origins 24:10 Guests and Ticket Info 25:38 Final Thanks and Sign Off
Michelle Schenandoah on Rematriation, Food Sovereignty, and the PBS Series Rematriated Voices On Good News York, host Noah Chrysler interviews Syracuse-based Oneida Nation Wolf Clan member Michelle Schenandoah, founder of the nonprofit Rematriation and host of WCNY/PBS’s Rematriated Voices. Schenandoah explains Haudenosaunee naming traditions and defines rematriation as “returning the sacred to the mother,” describing its applications in cultural revitalization, governance, language, and food sovereignty through preserving and returning ancestral seeds. She discusses environmental impacts of climate change and highlights season one of Rematriated Voices (five episodes), including topics such as the indigenous roots of U.S. democracy, Haudenosaunee influence on women’s suffrage, matrilineal culture, and the Doctrine of Discovery’s ongoing legal and educational effects. Schenandoah invites viewers to a March 31 WCNY screening event, promotes DIY community screenings, and encourages support via Rematriation.org to help fund a potential season two. 00:00 Meet Michelle Schenandoah 01:26 Haudenosaunee Naming Traditions 02:12 What Rematriation Means 04:26 Food Sovereignty and Seeds 09:12 Earth Relationship and Climate 12:00 Retried Voices Season One 15:12 Season Two and Screening Events 17:32 Which Episode Matters Most 18:17 Science Meets Sweetgrass 18:43 Doctrine of Discovery Today 19:41 Why Indigenous Voices Vanish 22:32 What Visibility Changes 23:45 School Curriculum Gaps 26:00 Textbook Erasure Stories 31:21 From Outrage to Action 35:39 How to Support Rematriation