Best Amherst Student Podcasts (2025)

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This year's Niagara County Peach Festival begins today! 6:37

11h ago6:37

6:37

Niagara County Peach Festival Chairman Mark Briglio tells us what's happening at this year's festival!

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Has the perception of school safety changes since last week's shooting in Minneapolis? 6:46

11h ago6:46

6:46

Crime and Terrorism analyst Brad Garrett has the latest on the fallout of last week's shooting at Annunciation Church in Minneapolis.

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Howard Simon previews Bills/Ravens 6:52

12h ago6:52

6:52

Kickoff is almost here! The Bills host the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday Night Football Week 1. Howard Simon shares his expectations for the game and the season.

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Councilman Mitch Nowakowski recaps Wednesday's Waterfront Committee meeting 7:04

12h ago7:04

7:04

Councilman Mitch Nowakowski discusses the transfer of Templeton Landing to a new operator. Also, what's going on with William K's and The Hatch?

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So, You Think You’re Transfer Friendly? Episode 15 41:38

12h ago41:38

41:38

Send us a text In this episode of TransferTALK, Jay Fedje sits down with Jon Endicott, Dean of Student Services at West Hills College Coalinga, to get real about what it means to be truly transfer-friendly. With experience in both Private higher ed and the California community college system, Jon shares insights on serving non-traditional students,…

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Students across New York State get used to new cell phone ban 2:58

13h ago2:58

2:58

Fox's Tonya J. Powers reports on the state's bell-to-bell cell phone plan in schools as more districts head back to class, including Buffalo and New York City schools.

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State Senate Minority Leader Rob Ortt explains opposition to state's all-electric push 7:55

13h ago7:55

7:55

State Senator Rob Ortt was one of the lawmakers in attendance at a public hearing on the state's energy plan in Buffalo Wednesday night. He tells us why he thinks the plan is flawed and how energy prices in NY compare to those in neighboring states.

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University District Councilman Rasheed Wyatt on Granville: "It seems as though there is some type of coverup" 7:40

1d ago7:40

7:40

Councilman Rasheed Wyatt explains why he's frustrated with how the DJ Granville investigation has played out and what more can be done to get answers.

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Iroquois Central School District superintendent Doug Scofield on start of classes 4:34

1d ago4:34

4:34

More districts are heading back to school today across WNY, Iroquois being one of them. Superintendent Doug Scofield checks in on the first day.

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Amherst Supervisor Brian Kulpa responds to park sale concerns 7:00

1d ago7:00

7:00

Amherst residents protested outside a public hearing Tuesday as the town makes plans to sell the former site of Westwood Country Club to Erie County for $1. Supervisor Kulpa explains the town's side.

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North District Councilman Joe Golombek on bonding dispute, Granville 6:38

1d ago6:38

6:38

Councilmember Golombek tells us how the dispute between the city and comptroller is holding up construction in his district. Also, the latest on the Council's efforts to learn more about the DJ Granville investigation.

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Artificial intelligence is growing in the film industry...and some aren't happy about it 7:29

2d ago7:29

7:29

A controversial AI-powered remake of The Wizard of Oz is making many film buffs roll their eyes. You should expect AI's presence in media to expand, though. Tech reporter Mike Dobuski tells us more.

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President Trump's tariff policies head to the Supreme Court 5:46

3d ago5:46

5:46

President Trump's ever-changing tariff policy is heading to the Supreme Court. Republican political strategist Carl Calabrese looks at the political ramifications of the tariffs.

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De minimis exemption ends, countries suspend shipments to US 7:46

3d ago7:46

7:46

Several countries have stopped small shipments to the US as the 'de minimis' tax exemption has come to an end. 'The Tax Lady' Esther Gulyas explains what it means for your taxes and the economy.

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Congress heads back to work and President Trump declares DC a 'Crime Free Zone' 7:33

3d ago7:33

7:33

Washington insider Dave Levinthal checks in from DC, where President Trump has declared the district as "crime free." Also, will Nick Langworthy's energy bill get through Congress before NY's all-electric bill becomes active?

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Gina Lattuca with Newshound Evelyn! 6:43

6d ago6:43

6:43

You'll be sure to fall in love when you hear about the perseverant Evelyn!

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Looking back on 20 years since Hurricane Katrina with Dave Cohen 7:41

6d ago7:41

7:41

WWL Radio reporter Dave Cohen reflects on Hurricane Katrina, the damage and what it was like covering the storm.

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What security changes are happening at OLV School this year? 6:17

7d ago6:17

6:17

Our Lady of Victory Charities has been planning security changes at OLV School long before this week's shooting. Director of Safety and Security at OLV Charities Mike Sherry tells us what's changing this school year.

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Former Buffalo Police Cpt. Jeff Rinaldo on security following Minneapolis shooting 8:12

7d ago8:12

8:12

Jeff Rinaldo, Vice President of Tarian Group, tells us what else schools can do to prevent horrific incidents like what happened this week in Minneapolis.

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Katrina made landfall 20 years ago today. One local humanitarian reflects on recovery efforts. 6:32

7d ago6:32

6:32

Steve Tybor formed Eight Days of Hope after responding to areas impacted by Hurricane Katrina 20 years ago. He reflects on those days spent helping people and observing the catastrophe.

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Labor Day weekend brings dry weather and a slight warmup 1:41

7d ago1:41

1:41

Labor Day weekend will see temperatures tick upward, but it will be quite cool Friday to begin the weekend. Meteorologist Liz Jurkowski has the forecast.

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Crime and Terrorism analyst Brad Garrett on Minneapolis shooting 7:17

7d ago7:17

7:17

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Wing Fest weekend is almost here! 7:51

8d ago7:51

7:51

Fifteen tons of chicken wings are being delivered to Sahlen Field today ahead of this weekend's Wing Fest! 'The Wing King' Drew Cerza tells us more about this year's event.

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Authorities are working to learn more about the Minneapolis shooter 2:58

8d ago2:58

2:58

We're learning more information about the shooter that killed two children at a Catholic school in Minneapolis Wednesday. WCCO's Taylor Rivera has the latest.

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Safety at Buffalo Schools takes the spotlight after a deadly shooting in Minneapolis 8:25

8d ago8:25

8:25

School begins a week from today in Buffalo, and the shooting at a Catholic school in Minnesota has safety at the top of everybody's minds. Riverside High School teacher Marc Bruno reacts to the shooting and tells us about safety measures in Buffalo schools.

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Two insurers for Buffalo Diocese agree to pay $122 million for sex abuse settlement 6:46

8d ago6:46

6:46

Attorney Steve Boyd explains the next steps for survivors after the most recent settlement.

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Domenic Cortese discusses the future of energy in New York State 7:04

8d ago7:04

7:04

Domenic Cortese, host of "Hammertime Radio" on WBEN, tells us why he's concerned about the state's plan to switch to all-electric for new builds come January 1st.

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Pop culture and sports intersect with Kelce/Swift engagement 3:17

8d ago3:17

3:17

Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift are officially engaged. The news showed up everywhere. Syracuse University professor Robert Thompson looks at the media's fascination with the couple.

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A new school year brings new rules and a new Superintendent at Buffalo Schools 5:50

8d ago5:50

5:50

Students in Buffalo head back to class next Thursday, and there's new rules and a new man in charge. Superintendent Dr. Pascal Mubenga tells us about preparations for the new year, including the plan for cell phones.

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Previewing Labor Day travel with ABC's Clara McMichael 1:34

9d ago1:34

1:34

The end of summer travel arrives this weekend, and it'll be another record breaker. Clara McMichael tells us what to expect.

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The Bills 53-man roster is set. Sal Capaccio shares his reaction. 7:03

9d ago7:03

7:03

Were there any surprises on cut-down day for the Bills? Sideline reporter Sal Capaccio shares his reaction to the team's initial 53-man roster.

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Attorney Steve Boyd expects "quite a lot of litigation" following last week's tour bus crash 7:34

9d ago7:34

7:34

Attorney Steve Boyd is expecting wrongful death claims and more from victims and their families in last Friday's bus crash on I-90. He tells us about liability, the role of seat belts and more.

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Previewing the 2nd annual Buffalo City Mission 5K! 3:15

9d ago3:15

3:15

Amanda Wolanske from the Buffalo City Mission tells us what's new at this year's 5K.

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Are we in an "AI bubble"? 6:51

9d ago6:51

6:51

Is the value of AI being overinflated? ABC Tech Reporter Mike Dobuski tells us what's happening in the industry.

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Former Erie County DA John Flynn reacts to executive order banning cashless bail in DC 6:48

10d ago6:48

6:48

President Trump signed an executive order Monday banning cashless bail in the nation's capital. Former Erie County DA John Flynn talks about what advocates and opponents think of cashless bail in NY and how the system works.

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Niagara Falls superintendent Mark Laurrie on preparations for first phone-free school year 7:22

10d ago7:22

7:22

School starts next week, and it's the first under New York State's bell-to-bell cell phone ban. Niagara Falls Superintendent Mark Laurrie tells us about final preparations as the new year approaches.

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Trump considers deploying National Guard to more cities; other top stories from DC 7:08

10d ago7:08

7:08

Washington insider Dave Levinthal gives his take on the top stories across the country.

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Bolton's home is raided by FBI, other top stories from DC with Steve Roberts 7:44

10d ago7:44

7:44

Former National Security Advisor John Bolton's home was recently raided by the FBI. Also, the Fed is weighing an interest rate cut. Political analyst Steve Roberts tells us what he thinks.

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Buffalo Councilmember Mitch Nowakowski on needed improvements at Erie Basin Marina 6:20

10d ago6:20

6:20

Fillmore District Councilmember Mitch Nowakowski tells WBEN "millions" of dollars in improvements are needed at Erie Basin Marina as the space faces scrutiny from boaters and residents. He tells us what can be done to give the marina a jolt.

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WNY gets an early taste of fall beginning today 3:23

11d ago3:23

3:23

Highs will be in the high 60s-low 70s this week as the weather is starting to turn. Meteorologist Andy Parker says a flip back to the 80s or 90s isn't in the foreseeable future.

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A look inside the response to Friday's bus crash with Genesee County Dir. of Emergency Management Tim Yaeger 8:06

11d ago8:06

8:06

Tim Yaeger tells us what went through first responders' minds when news of a mass casualty incident on I-90 hit Friday. He gives us an inside look at the response to the deadly bus crash.

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What will the immediate impact of a Fed rate cut be? 9:06

11d ago9:06

9:06

Fed chair Jerome Powell has hinted that an interest rate cut is coming. What will it mean for your wallet and when will Americans see the impact? Also, what's going on with the Cracker Barrel controversy? Michael Angelucci from Level Financial Advisors gives his thoughts.

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Cool down begins Monday with lake effect rain, storms 1:24

11d ago1:24

1:24

The thermometer will show a stark difference this week from what we saw throughout the rest of the month as temperatures dip into the 60s. Meteorologist Aaron Reynolds has the forecast.

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Newshound Happy Hour with Harlow 6:26

13d ago6:26

6:26

Gina Latucca joined WBEN this morning to share her excitement about the new Newshound Happy Hour, to premier with newshound Harlow.

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Mail-in voting and visa reviews 7:18

14d ago7:18

7:18

Republican strategist Carl Calabrese talks about the end of mail-in voting and the chance of it coming back.

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Trump visits national guard, mayor wants them out 2:37

14d ago2:37

2:37

Today we were joined by ABC White House Correspondent Karen Travers, who shared the latest.

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Tre'Davious White's injury and the upcoming pre-season game 7:29

14d ago7:29

7:29

Sal Capaccio shares updates leading into the final pre-season game for the Buffalo Bills.

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Key takeways from the Ciminelli Downtown Living Survey 5:59

14d ago5:59

5:59

Kyle Ciminelli, President of Ciminelli Real Estate, shares the key takeaways on a survey he hosted to get a pulse on downtown Buffalo.

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Citizen applicants expected to display 'good moral character.' Berardi explains what this might mean from the administration. 7:40

14d ago7:40

7:40

Rosanna Berardi, Managing Partner of Berardi Immigration Law, shares what to expect from the administration as they attempt to root out 'anti-Americanism.'