Best Pilato Podcasts (2026)

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John Pilato - Town of Lancaster Highway Superintendent 6:06

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10d ago6:06

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John Pilato, the Town of Lancaster Highway Superintendent joins the show to discuss what the weather situation looks like in Lancaster right now, how they plan to address it moving into tonight and tomorrow, the importance of staying home unless you absolutely have to leave the house, and more.

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The Twist Podcast #313: Kennedy Center Dishonors, Worst Holiday Movies Ever & An Interview with Author and Pop Culture Historian Herbie J. Pilato 41:00

18d ago41:00

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Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose for our take on the Kennedy Center desecration. From there we lean into the lighter side of the season with a spirited list of the worst holiday movies ever made, celebrating classic clunkers and festive films that missed the mark. The episode culminates in an engaging interview with Herbie J. Pilato, acclai…

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Are you bothered by Wegmans collecting biometric data on shoppers? (1-7-26 Full Show) 1:48:55

1h ago1:48:55

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Recently, some signs popped up at several Wegmans locations in New York City, alerting shoppers of the fact their biometric identifier data would be collected while inside the store. While this has not been done at any of the Buffalo Niagara locations (or at least, it hasn't been disclosed yet), this still doesn't sit well with some area shoppers. …

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Erie County Legislator Frank Todaro takes your calls concerning Wegmans biometric surveillance 1:00:37

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Erie County Legislator Frank Todaro joins the show to discuss several Wegmans locations in New York City tracking shopper's biometric identifier information, where he stands on it, some of the legalities surrounding it, and we take many of your phone calls in what turns into an impromptu town hall on the matter.…

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#PumpUpThaVolume: January 7, 2026 ♬ 1:07:45

3h ago1:07:45

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Media Monarchy plays George Strait x Chris Stapleton, Rhiannon Giddens x Justin Robinson, Alison Krauss x Union Station and more on #PumpUpThaVolume for January 7, 2026. ♬By Media Monarchy

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Arun Vishwanath on Wegmans biometric surveillance 21:19

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Recently, a few signs popped up in some New York City Wegmans alerting shoppers that their personally-identifying biometric data would be collected while they shop at those locations. Cybersecurity expert Arun Vishwanath joins the show to provide more insight on this, what exactly is biometric data, what can it be used for, and more.…

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#MorningMonarchy: January 7, 2026 1:06:46

2h ago1:06:46

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War on ag, you be Ilhan and a Venezuelan restaurant in Southeast Portland + this day in history w/mass fish & bird die-offs and our song of the day by The Blasters on your #MorningMonarchy for January 7, 2026.By Media Monarchy

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Do you have faith New York State Republicans can challenge New York State Democrats? (1-6-26 Beamer for Bauerle Full Show) 1:44:31

14h ago1:44:31

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Joe Beamer is in for Bauerle and today, we discuss the minimum wage rising to $17/hr in New York City in Long Island and $16/hr in the rest of the state, we talk the status of New York State Republicans and whether they can challenge New York State Democrats which stemmed from a discussion about New York State wanting 100% of new vehicles sold to b…

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#PumpUpThaVolume: January 6, 2026 ♬ 1:00:17

2h ago1:00:17

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Media Monarchy plays Real Lies, Wordcolour, Cassetter and more on #PumpUpThaVolume for January 6, 2026. ♬By Media Monarchy

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#MorningMonarchy: January 6, 2026 1:01:37

3h ago1:01:37

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J6 + 5, banned for streaming adult Atari games and replicator-like technology + this day in history w/the official launch of Agenda 2030 and our song of the day by Blooded The Brave on your #MorningMonarchy for January 6, 2026.By Media Monarchy

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Do you support the U.S. military operation in Venezuela over the weekend? (1-5-26 Full Show) 1:41:23

7h ago1:41:23

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Over the weekend, the United States conducted a successful military operation the resulted in the ouster of Nicolas Maduro as President of Venezuela. Do you support this move by President Trump?

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#PumpUpThaVolume: January 5, 2026 ♬ 1:05:38

9h ago1:05:38

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Media Monarchy plays Tsunami Bomb, Pink Fairies, New Found Glory and more on #PumpUpThaVolume for January 5, 2026. ♬By Media Monarchy

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#MorningMonarchy: January 5, 2026 1:00:19

12h ago1:00:19

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Factually accurate, mostly peaceful war and post-woke + this day in history w/Oregon militiamen and our song of the day by Twenty One Children on your #MorningMonarchy for January 5, 2026.By Media Monarchy

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The Twist Podcast #315: 2026 Blastoff, Mark Loves Kristy Lee, and Emma Lyons Reviews 'Trainwreck: The Real Project X' 51:25

4d ago51:25

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The Twist Podcast blasts into 2026 with our usual mix of pop culture, media commentary, and personal reflection. Hosted by Mark McNease and Rick Rose, this entertainment and commentary podcast ignites the new year with sharp observations, familiar humor, and the kind of cultural conversation that keeps The Twist Podcast humming. In this episode, Ma…

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December 2025 Blu Ray and 4K Disc Releases with Paige Schector (Sibling Cinema) 1:06:45

2d ago1:06:45

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Film blogger and critic, Paige Schector (Sibling Cinema), returns again to Adam's Corner as we discuss the physical media releases of the month of December 2025.

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What are your favorite memories from Highmark Stadium? (1-2-26 Trevor Hauer and Joe Cali for Bauerle Full Show) 1:25:39

3d ago1:25:39

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Trevor 'Rush Hour' Hauer and Joe Cali are in for Bauerle on today's episode, and with Sunday set to be the final regular season game ever contested at Rich Stadium/Ralph Wilson Stadium/New Era Field, whatever you'd like to call it, and this game could also quite possibly be the last game contested at that building period, they're looking back and a…

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A Twist Podcast Bonus Interview: Rick Rose In Conversation with Sonia Thomas on Life's Next Chapters 20:01

6d ago20:01

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A Twist Podcast Bonus Interview features host Rick Rose in conversation with Sonia Thomas as she reflects on retirement, her career with DHS and ICE, and her newest chapter as founder of SimplyHygge. Sonia shares insights on public service, life after government work, finding balance in retirement, and building a lifestyle brand rooted in comfort, …

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Trevor Hauer in for Bauerle (12-31-25 Full Show) 1:41:20

5d ago1:41:20

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Trevor 'Rush Hour' Hauer fills in for Bauerle today and keeps you up to date on all the weather happenings in Western New York as much of the region deals with persistent snowfall, we hear from Meteorologist Andy Parker and Elizabeth Carey of AAA, and your calls as well. Also, with it being December 31st, we also talk New Year's Resolutions, and mo…

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The fallout from yesterday's storm (12-30-25 Full Show) 1:41:20

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On the show today we have a number of guests to examine the various angles of yesterday's storm, including Meteorologist Andy Parker on the weather angle, Phil Nanula of Essex Homes Of WNY to discuss the electric side of things, Patti Meckes and Rich Davenport of CAWTILE to discuss why wind turbines in Lake Erie is a bad idea, especially if placed …

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Tracking the severe weather across Western New York (12-29-25 Full Show) 1:28:43

7d ago1:28:43

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On the show today, we continue to track the severe weather across Western New York, which has seen wind gusts approaching 80 MPH, coupled with snow making for poor visibility, among other inconveniences. We hear from Meteorologist Andy Parker, Elizabeth Carey of the AAA, Russ Stark, Deputy Director of Aviation for the NFTA, Lynne Dixon of the Hambu…

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2025-The Year in Movies with Rebecca Jones 1:03:02

10d ago1:03:02

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Rebecca Jones joins me again this week as we discuss the highs and lows of the movie year that was 2025. Movies discussed are below. Presence The Substance Mission Impossible Dead Reckoning Pee Wee as Himself Jurassic World Rebirth My Mom Jayne Film Geek Billy Joel: And so It Goes Companion Eddington Cheech and Chong’s Last Movie Sorry Baby Jaws Th…

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The Twist Podcast #314: So Long 2025, and a Rick Rose Interview with Rose Parade Host Mark Steines 1:06:23

12d ago1:06:23

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As 2025 heads for the exit, The Twist Podcast co-hosts Rick Rose and Mark McNease say a fond and farewell to the year that was, touching on pop culture, media moments, and our own post-holiday fun. Then Rick flips the camera for a special interview with Mark Steines, longtime television host and familiar face to millions as the on-air host of the T…

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Continuing to follow the freezing rain across Western New York (12-26-25 Stefan Mychajliw for Bauerle Full Show) 58:06

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Stefan Mychajliw is in for Bauerle and we continue to keep you up to date on the freezing rain in Western New York, we hear from Helen Tederous of the NFTA, Town of Lancaster Highway Superintendent John Pilato, and we take your calls as well.

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Helen Tederous on how weather can impact your travel 5:30

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Helen Tederous, Director of Public Affairs for the NFTA joins the show to discuss today's freezing rain and how it can impact you if you're trying to utilize the airport in the immediate future.

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Stefan Mychajliw in for Bauerle (12-24-25 Full Show) 1:10:58

12d ago1:10:58

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Stefan Mychajliw fills in for Bauerle this Christmas Eve, and we here from a number of guests, including some dedicated service workers to discuss what they're holidays are like, those being Nurse Anna Prystajko, Buffalo Firefighter Dominic Nappo, as well as Pastor Bill Flick.

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A cornucopia of Christmas topics (12-23-25 Full Show) 1:35:15

13d ago1:35:15

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On the show today, would it be right if we talked about anything but Christmas? So today, it's all Christmas all show, a cornucopia of Christmas topics, such as the best worst Christmas movies/songs/toys, and more.

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What's next for Republicans in New York State? (12-22-25 Full Show) 1:45:02

14d ago1:45:02

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On the show today, we talk about the fallout from Friday's announcement from Elise Stefanik that shew would no longer seek out the position of New York State Governor, and what the next step is for New York State Republicans.

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Director Mark Altman and The Best Christmas Movies Ever! 35:58

17d ago35:58

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Filmmaker Mark Altman stops by to chat about his 2024 documentary, The Best Christmas Movies Ever!, originally broadcast on the CW and now available on Blu Ray from the MVD label.

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“Everything’s Fine” and the #BestOf2025 ♬ 6:01:04

16d ago6:01:04

6:01:04

“Well it’s a heavy crown, but it don’t get me down” on Media Monarchy’s year-end mixtape: “Everything’s Fine” and the #BestOf2025! ♬By Media Monarchy

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Elise Stefanik drops out of NY Governor's race (12-19-25 Full Show) 1:42:29

17d ago1:42:29

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On the show today, we started talking about development around the new Highmark Stadium, and then Elise Stefanik made the stunning announcement on X that she will suspend her campaign and drop out of the Governor's race in New York State and will not seek re-election in Congress. We are joined by Republican strategist Carl Calabrese and former Erie…

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Bob Davis on Stefanik suspending her campaign for NY Governor 28:35

17d ago28:35

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Bob Davis, current Amherst GOP Chair and former Erie County GOP Chair, joins the show to provide his reaction to the news that U.S. representative Elise Stefanik will suspend her campaign and drop out of the race for Governor of New York State, as well as not seeking re-election to Congress

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#PumpUpThaVolume: December 19, 2025 ♬ 1:12:02

17d ago1:12:02

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Media Monarchy plays Gorillaz x Yasiin Bey, Chrissie Hynde x Cat Power, Ramones and more on #PumpUpThaVolume for December 19, 2025. ♬By Media Monarchy

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Carl Calabrese on Elise Stefanik pulling out of the New York Governor's Race 21:28

17d ago21:28

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Republican strategist Carl Calabrese joins the show to react to today's announcement that U.S. representative Elise Stefanik will not only drop her bid for NYS Governor, but will leave Congress as well.

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#MorningMonarchy: December 19, 2025 1:24:43

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National starwhackers Christmas vacation, the six billion dollar man and my life as a Ramone + this day in history w/desperate Venezuelans and our song of the year by Iyah May on your #MorningMonarchy for December 19, 2025.By Media Monarchy

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#NewWorldNextWeek: New World Next Year 2026 (Video)

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What was the story of 2025? What will be the trend for 2026? Grab your Christmas sweaters and hot chocolate and find out!By Media Monarchy

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What's up with these low flying helicopters over Western New York? (12-18-25 Full Show) 1:41:23

18d ago1:41:23

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As of late, many have noticed some low flying helicopters over Western New York. A post by Erie County Blotter on Facebook chalked it up to military conducting routine operations and there was no need for people to contact 911 regarding the sightings. What do you make of this, do you believe it is in fact the military conducting routine operations?…

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Do you go to the movies anymore? (12-17-25 Full Show) 1:41:13

19d ago1:41:13

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On the show today, we talk to Steve Carmina about the closure of the Buffalo Market Arcade AMC, which will close at year's end, and also, in the streaming era, do you even go to physical movie theaters anymore?

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Steve Carmina on the closing of the Buffalo Market Arcade AMC 17:30

19d ago17:30

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Steve Carmina, Chairman of Buffalo Place, Inc. joins the show to discuss the closure of the Buffalo Market Arcade AMC, after it was announced today it will close at the end of the year.

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Is it time to shut down the Broadway Market? (12-16-25 Full Show) 1:46:49

20d ago1:46:49

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On the show today, we pick up where we left off yesterday with the Christmas card discussion and following that, we talk the Broadway Market, is it time to shut down the Broadway Market? Has it become anachronistic?

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Councilman Mitch Nowakowski on the future of the Broadway Market 16:03

20d ago16:03

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Fillmore District Councilmember Mitch Nowakwoski joins the show to talk about the Broadway Market and it's future, as one of today's topic surrounds the Broadway Market and whether it should continue to operate.

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Do you still send out Christmas cards? (12-15-25 Full Show) 1:39:38

21d ago1:39:38

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On the program today, we talk Christmas cards. The number of people who send out Christmas cards anymore is steadily declining. Where are you on Christmas cards, do you send them out? If not, why, is it the cost? Also, we get a weather update from meteorologist Andy Parker, we talk with Erie County Legislator Frank Todaro about the Depew Senior who…

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Kevyn Adams out as Buffalo Sabres GM, Paul Hamilton reacts 17:10

21d ago17:10

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The Buffalo Sabres parted ways with Kevyn Adams 32 games into his sixth season as General Manager, the team announced today. Paul Hamilton, Sabres beat reporter for our sister station WGR Sports Radio 550, joins the show to discuss the firing and what we can expect from Adams' successor Jarmo Kekalainen.…

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Legislator Frank Todaro on the Depew High School Senior removed from school over vaccine booster 30:30

21d ago30:30

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Erie County Legislator Frank Todaro joins the show to discuss the case of Kayci Rae, a Depew High School Senior, who was thrown out of school because she refused a meningitis booster shot after she had an adverse reaction to the first dose of the shot she received in middle school.

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Lake Effect Snow in Western New York - Meteorologist Andy Parker with an update 12:40

22d ago12:40

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As of the posting of this segment, Western New York is being impacted by some lake effect snow which started South of Buffalo and has worked it's way up into the metro and north towns. Meteorologist Andy Parker joins the show to discuss what the next few hours and days will look like with this weather system and how it can impact you.…

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Christmas Novelty Songs 1:06:43

25d ago1:06:43

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This week I fly solo and share some of my favorite Christmas novelty songs from the 1950s to the 2000s.

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Stefan Mychajliw in for Bauerle (12-12-25 Full Show) 1:09:54

24d ago1:09:54

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Stefan Mychajliw fills in for Bauerle, and today, we hear from State Senator George Borrello on the DOT cracking down on commercial trucking licenses being issued to foreign-born drivers in the US illegally, former Representative Chris Collins on his new book, and more.