The Rochester Post Podcast

In this episode, Matt talks to Amy Malone (City Council, Waypoint) and Nicole Rodler (Rochester Police Department) about the Opioid Abatement committee and its efforts to support programs associated with the prevention, treatment, and recovery of substance use disorders.

In this episode, Matt talks to Dr. Michelle Garcia, from Frisbie Memorial Hospital, about why it's important to have a primary care physician, how to find one, and what's happening with Frisbie Memorial Hospital.

In this episode, Marie and Katherine talk about their favorite cookbooks, favorite home recipes, and go-to dinner ideas. 

In this episode, Matt talks to Jerry Rainville, chairman of the SHARE Fund, about the organization, its mission, and why it's so important for him to be involved in the community. To learn more about the SHARE Fund, visit www.sharefund.org. 

In this episode, Matt talks to Justin Looser (Frisbie Memorial Hospital) about seasonal affective disorder, more commonly known as seasonal depression. Justin talks about why it sets in, how to identify it, and what resources are available to people.

In this episode, Marie and Katherine talk about comfort reads, re-reads, and other book recommendations. 

In this episode, Marie and Katherine talk to children's librarian Christina Paquette about her work in and outside the library, and why fostering nurturing and enriching programming in community spaces is so important to her. 

In this episode, Matt talks to Kelly Walters, Rochester City Clerk, about how to vote in Rochester. Also, this episode includes the audio version of a recent Candidates Forum hosted by the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce. 

In this episode, Matt talks to Jeff Bisson, a longtime Rochester Main Street board member. Jeff talks about the upcoming Zombie Bash on 10/29, how downtown Rochester has changed since he started volunteering, and other projects Main Street is working on.

In this episode, Marie and Katherine talk to Fire Chief Dennis Dube about what he's reading, what made him want to become a firefighter, and the importance of fire safety and prevention.

In this episode, Matt talks to Ray Negron from Positive Transitions, a sober living home located on Pine Street in Rochester. Positive Transitions offers safe, supportive, and structured housing for men in recovery from substance use disorder through community connection, family living, and all abstinence-based pathways to recovery.

In this episode, Matt talks to Jenry Towle, star of The Great American Trailer Park Musical, at the Rochester Opera House. 

In this episode, Marie and Katherine talk about non-traditional reading materials, such as comic books, audiobooks, graphic novels, and more.

In this episode, Matt talks to Tracy Warren about Revival Day of Hope, a community event scheduled for September 10th at the Rochester Common.

In this episode, Marie and Katherine talk to Rochester City Manager Blaine Cox about local government, why he entered municipal administration, and what he's reading right now.

In this episode, Matt talks to Jim Graves and Amanda Hall about Sleep In Heavenly Peace, an organization that strives to build beds for children in need. To learn more, visit shpbeds.org.

In this episode, Marie and Katherine talk to Matt Wyatt about the Rochester Museum of Fine Arts and art in the Library.

In this episode, Marie and Katherine talk about "going down rabbit holes" of books, authors, and other various subjects. One thing leads to another as Marie and Katherine discuss their favorite non-fiction titles. 

In this episode, Matt talks to Jenry Towle from the Rochester Opera House about the return of the Summer Theatre series. They also talk about PorchFest, Pack the House, and Summer Theatre Camp.

In this episode, Matt talks to Chris Bowlen who is retiring from the Rochester Recreation & Arena after 30+ years of service. Bowlen discusses his future plans, successes, and his hopes for the department moving forward.

In this episode, Matt talks to Todd Radict, founder of Rochester Rise Up, owner of Skeletone Records, and Rochester Main Street board member. Todd talks about Record Store Day, downtown vibrancy, and partnering with neighboring businesses to draw more people downtown. 

In this episode, Marie and Katherine talk about the difficulties of operating a Public Library during the COVID-19 shutdown, amid staffing turnover and changes to the operational structure.

In this episode, Marie and Katherine talk about movie adaptations of their favorite books. 

In this episode, Marie and Katherine speak to Pam Hubbard. Pam is a longtime Library Trustee and [beloved] retired Spaulding High School English teacher. 

In this episode, Marie and Katherine chat about librarian stereotypes, audiobooks, and much more!