Barry Sinnott w/ “Bank of Utica’s New Year’s Eve Party”, Cleo Qupid previews “Happy New Rear,” ukulele musician Milly Szmurlo, closing night of Lavendar & Lights, & 2026 Astrology 12-29-25 S2:E17

This week’s episode of 95.5 FM’s Hot Seat: Media Monday with host Ron Klopfanstein brings together community, creativity, and reflection as we celebrate the season and look ahead to what’s next. The conversation highlights the success of the Lavender and Lights event in Remsen and how accessible art can create meaningful new traditions for families, previews the free, community-focused New Year’s Eve celebration in downtown Utica with Barry Sinnott, Senior Vice President of the Bank of Utica, and includes a conversation with Cleo Qupid about her burlesque event Happy New Rear (please note that a portion of her audio was unfortunately lost). Astrological insights into 2025 and 2026 are explored with Mikenzie O’Grady of The Alchemist Metaphysical Supply & Gift Shop, and the episode also features a moving musical performance by Milly Szmurlo, showcasing the emotional depth of the ukulele, along with reflections on journaling, authenticity, artistic expression, and a heartfelt tribute to General Hospital’s Tony Geary, honoring the lasting impact artists have on our personal lives and shared cultural stories.