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Vox Pop
by WAMC
Vox Pop is WAMC's live call-in talk program. Host Ray Graf and a great roster of experts tackle everything from car and home repair to tax prep, history, science and astronomy… birds, pets and wildlife biology... and a few surprises, too!Every Monday is a "Medical Monday." Every Friday is a "Food Friday."There are several ways to join the conversation:Call in during the show from 2-3 p.m. at 1-800-348-2551 (1-800-34TALK-1)Email [email protected] during the showTweet us @WAMCVoxPopYou can subscribe to the podcast here: iTunes, Spotify, Pandora, or wherever you listen to your podcasts! Coming up on Vox PopFriday, June 12Food Friday: Pie with Ellen GrayMonday, June 15Medical Monday: Headaches and migraines with Dr. Hida NierenbergTuesday, June 16Cars with Gordon FrickeWednesday, June 17Ethics and philosophy of A.I. with Dr. Alessandra BuccellaThursday, June 18Astronomy with Dr. Valerie RapsonFriday, June 19No showMonday, June 22Medical Monday: Nephrology with Dr. Kelly BeersTuesday, June 23
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Medical Monday 7/27/26: Otolaryngology with Dr. Christine Kim
Joining us to talk about ear health and hearing care is Dr. Christine Kim of Albany Med. Aaron Shellow-Lavine hosts.
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Food Friday 7/24/26: Ice Cream with Megan Kitsock and Julian Hom
We welcome Megan Kitsock of Supreme Soft Serve and Julian Hom of Alleyway Ice Cream to take your questions about the cold stuff! Aaron Shellow-Lavine hosts.
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Gardening 7/23/26
It is the middle of Summer. How does your garden grow? Our team of experts is back in Studio A to help you take it to the next level. Josh Landes hosts.
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Pets and Vets 7/22/26
We welcome back Dr. Carrie O'Loughlin, Dr. Susan Sikule and Dr. Kris Dallas to answer questions about your pet's health. Aaron Shellow-Lavine hosts.
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Therapeutic massage and pain relief with Laura Brown 7/21/26
We explore therapeutic massage and advance pain relieving techniques with Laura Brown of Capital Region Therapeutic Massage. Josh Landes hosts.
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Medical Monday 7/20/26: Bariatric Surgery with Dr. Shawn Liechty
We welcome Dr. Shawn Liechty from Northwell Health. He is a board-certified general surgeon fellowship-trained in advanced minimally invasive and bariatric surgery. Aaron Shellow-Lavine hosts.
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Food Friday 7/17/26: Healthy eating with Holly Shelowitz
We welcome back Holly Shelowitz to discuss healthy foods that taste great and can make us feel better. Josh Landes hosts.
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Astronomy with Dr. Valerie Rapson 7/16/26
Dr. Valerie Rapson joins us to discuss recent space news and answer your astronomy questions. Aaron Shellow-Lavine hosts.
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Stamp and Coin Collecting with David Tripp and Bob Scott 7/15/26
Bob Scott and David Tripp join us to talk about what is hot in the stamp and coin collecting. Ray Graf hosts.
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Automotive repair with Gordon Fricke 7/14/26
Gordon Fricke is back to offer expert automotive repair and maintenance advice. Ray Graf hosts.
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Medical Monday 7/13/26: Spine Surgery with Dr. Kevin McCracken
We welcome Dr. Kevin McCracken, a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon with St. Peter’s Orthopedics. Ray Graf hosts.
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Flour Hour with Amy Halloran 7/10/26
Our favorite grain and flour expert is back! Amy Halloran will take your questions on grain, flour, baking and whatever else comes to mind. Ray Graf hosts.
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Gardening 7/9/26
The green thumb brigade returns to Studio A to help your garden growing strong. Ray Graf hosts.
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Esoterica America with Glenn Kreisberg 7/8/26
What are the esoteric origins of America and how are they reflected locally and in the founding of our nation?
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Birding with Rich Guthrie 7/7/26
Bird expert Rich Guthrie returns to answer your questions. Ray Graf hosts.
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Medical Monday 7/6/26: Back and Neck Pain Relief with Dr. Niraj Sharma
Dr. Niraj Sharma of Cardinal Spine and Pain Medicine joins us to discuss non-surgical treatment options for low back pain, neck pain, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, pinched nerves, and other problems. Ray Graf hosts.
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Revolutionary War Heroes 7/2/26
We talk about regional heroes of the Revolutionary War with historians Kathy Sheehan, Susan Leath and Lauren Roberts. Ray Graf hosts.
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Home Improvement with Darren Tracy 7/1/26
Darren Tracy returns to Studio A to answer questions and offer advice about home maintenance and repair. Ray Graf hosts.
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Outdoors with Jeremy Hurst 6/30/26
We welcome Jeremy Hurst, the Game Management Section Head for the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, and DEC wildlife biologist Jordan Youngmann. Ray Graf hosts.
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Medical Monday 6/29/26: Podiatry with Dr. Douglas Tumen
Dr. Douglas Tumen of Hudson Valley Foot Associates joins us to take your foot health questions. Ray Graf hosts.
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Food Friday 6/26/26: Nutrition with Emily Horstman, RD
We talk healthy eating and better living with Emily Horstman, a Registered Dietitian and the founder of HealthierSpan. Ray Graf hosts.
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Gardening 6/25/26
Summer is here. Our team of experts is back with tips for keeping your lawn and garden in great shape. Ray Graf hosts.
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WAMC On the Road: Vox Pop Gardening Show 04/22/26
Vox Pop's Ray Graf hosted a special Vox Pop Gardening Show On-The-Roadshow event at the Landis Arboretum in Esperance, New York on April 22nd, 2026. A splendid time was had by all! Our popular Vox Pop Gardening Show headed out on the road to take root at the Landis Arboretum on Earth Day. Ray and the gardening show all-stars looked at your odd plants, fielded your most fertile questions, and dished the dirt with our agricultural experts.
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Pets and Vets 6/24/26
Dr. Carrie O'Loughlin joins us to answer your pet health care questions. Ray Graf hosts.
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Weather with Meteorologist Ryan Finn 6/23/26
Summer is here, a perfect time to talk about weather with Spectrum News 1 meteorologist Ryan Finn. Ray Graf hosts.
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Medical Monday 6/22/26: Nephrology with Dr. Kelly Beers
We welcome Dr. Kelly Beers, director of Albany Medical Center's Glomerular Disease Center, an interdisciplinary center focused on providing the most up to date treatment for people who have been diagnosed with kidney diseases. Ray Graf hosts.
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Astronomy with Dr. Valerie Rapson 6/18/26
Astronomer Dr. Valerie Rapson joins us to discuss recent space news and answer your questions. Ray Graf hosts.
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Ethics and philosophy of A.I. with Dr. Alessandra Buccella
There have been many discussions about the technical underpinnings of Artificial Intelligence. Today we talk about the ethics and philosophy of AI with Dr. Alessandra Buccella, Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University at Albany. Ray Graf hosts.
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Automotive repair with Gordon Fricke 6/16/26
Gordon Fricke returns to offer expert automotive repair and maintenance advice. Ray Graf hosts.
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Medical Monday 6/15/26: Headaches and migraines with Dr. Hida Nierenburg
We welcome back Dr. Hida Nierenburg, director of Headache Medicine at Vassar Brothers Medical Center. WAMC's Ray Graf hosts.
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Food Friday 6/12/26: Pie with Ellen Gray
Most of us love pie. Our guest REALLY loves pie. Ellen Gray is back to spread the good news. Ray Graf hosts.
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Gardening 6/11/26
How does your garden grow? Our team of experts is back to help! Ray Graf hosts.
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Climate change and green energy with Dan Delurey 6/10/26
Dan Delurey is back to talk about climate change and emerging clean energy technologies. Ray Graf hosts.
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Birding with Rich Guthrie and Julie Hart 6/9/26
Bird experts Julie Hart and Rich Guthrie are back to answer your questions. Ray Graf hosts.
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Medical Monday 6/8/26: Cardiology with Dr. Christopher Dibble
We welcome Dr. Christopher Dibble, a cardiologist with St. Peter’s Cardiology Associates. Ray Graf hosts.
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Food Friday 5/29/26: Food Myths with Bruce Weinstein
Prolific cookbook author and podcaster Bruce Weinstein is back! Today we talk about food myths... or food truths. Ray Graf hosts.
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Science Forum 5/28/26
Something in our physical world puzzling you? The scientists are back to answer your questions. Ray Graf hosts.
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Travel with Jean Gagnon 5/27/26
If you are thinking of taking to the road, sky or sea this summer, travel pro is back to take your questions. Ray Graf hosts.
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Physical Therapy with Matthew Goodemote 5/26/26
Physical therapist Matthew Goodemote joins us to answer your questions. Ray Graf hosts.
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Food Friday 5/22/26: Beer and BBQ Bonanza!
We talk beer and barbecue on this edition of Food Friday. Russ Matson of All American BBQ and Bill Fletcher from Fletcher's BBQ Shop and Steakhouse join us to share barbecue tips. John Fischer will be here to suggest the perfect beer for what you have on the grill.
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Gardening 5/21/26
The green thumb brigade springs into action to take your questions. Ray Graf hosts.
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Pets and Vets 5/20/26
We welcome back Dr. Carrie O'Loughlin and Dr. Susan Sikule to answer questions about your pet's health. Sarah LaDuke hosts.
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History with Kathryn Sheehan 5/19/26
We welcome back Kathryn Sheehan for another of our regular deep dives into the history of our region. Sarah LaDuke hosts.
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Medical Monday 5/18/26: Vascular Surgery with Dr. Clement Darling
We welcome Dr. Clement Darling, Chief of Vascular Surgery at Albany Med. Sarah La Duke hosts.
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Food Friday 5/15/26: Aneesa Waheed
We welcome back Aneesa Waheed, an entrepreneur, world traveler, author, and an expert in Moroccan cooking. She'll tell us about her latest culinary endeavors and take your calls. Ray Graf hosts.
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Astronomy 5/14/26
Astronomers Bob Berman and Dr. Valerie Rapson join us to discuss recent space news and answer your questions. Ray Graf hosts.
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Aging Together with Greg Olsen 5/13/26
May is Older Americans Month. Joining us is Greg Olsen, Acting Director of the New York State Office for the Aging. We'll talk about issues affecting older adults, including social isolation and resources available to help people address them. Ray Graf hosts.
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Automotive repair with Gordon Fricke 5/12/26
Gordon Fricke returns to help keep your wheels turning. Ray Graf hosts.
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Medical Monday 5/11/26: Neurosurgery with Dr. Jon Lebovitz
Dr. Jon Lebovitz, chief of Neuro-interventional surgery at Vassar Brothers Medical Center, joins us to discuss treatment of cerebrovascular conditions such as brain aneurysms and strokes. Ray Graf hosts.
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Food Friday 5/8/26: Plant-based cooking with Wendy Grossman
We welcome back Wendy Grossman of Wendy's Vegetarian Kitchen for a chat about cooking with things that grow in the ground. Ray Graf hosts.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Vox Pop is WAMC's live call-in talk program. Host Ray Graf and a great roster of experts tackle everything from car and home repair to tax prep, history, science and astronomy… birds, pets and wildlife biology... and a few surprises, too!Every Monday is a "Medical Monday." Every Friday is a "Food Friday."There are several ways to join the conversation:Call in during the show from 2-3 p.m. at 1-800-348-2551 (1-800-34TALK-1)Email [email protected] during the showTweet us @WAMCVoxPopYou can subscribe to the podcast here: iTunes, Spotify, Pandora, or wherever you listen to your podcasts! Coming up on Vox PopFriday, June 12Food Friday: Pie with Ellen GrayMonday, June 15Medical Monday: Headaches and migraines with Dr. Hida NierenbergTuesday, June 16Cars with Gordon FrickeWednesday, June 17Ethics and philosophy of A.I. with Dr. Alessandra BuccellaThursday, June 18Astronomy with Dr. Valerie RapsonFriday, June 19No showMonday, June 22Medical Monday: Nephrology with Dr. Kelly BeersTuesday, June 23
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