Comedy and Chill: Brian Enck Discusses Upcoming Special and Overrated Trends In this episode of Good News York, hosts Mike Brindisi and Matt Maser welcome back their first-ever repeat guest, comedian Brian Enck. They discuss the ongoing cold April weather, Brian's upcoming comedy special 'Letters Are Hard,' and dive into the logistics of recording a stand-up show. Brian shares insights into the art of stand-up, including the importance of good takes, crowd engagement, and the struggles of joke perfectionism. The episode also delves into Brian's charitable initiatives tied to the show, supporting Syracuse Pride, the Patty Foundation, and ACR Health. The trio engages in a lively segment of 'Overrated/Underrated,' covering topics from pizza slices and beach vacations to Steve Buscemi's underrated roles. The episode wraps up with a discussion on how audience dynamics impact comedy performances and promotional details for Brian’s special taping. To listen or watch, subscribe on all major podcast platforms. 00:00 Welcome Back to Good News York 00:45 Introducing the Guest: Ryan the Comedian 01:05 Preparing for the Comedy Special 01:30 The Art of Stand-Up Comedy 04:11 The Creative Process and Deadlines 07:51 Recording and Distributing Comedy Specials 14:39 Charity and the Patty Foundation 27:05 Overrated and Underrated: Pizza and Video Games 32:14 Underrated Games Discussion 33:27 Trains: The Underrated Mode of Transport 35:13 Las Vegas Hidden Gem: Pinball Hall of Fame 37:31 Overrated and Underrated Movies 37:51 Superman vs. Batman Debate 39:08 The Genius of Batman: The Animated Series 44:30 Overrated Beach Vacations 45:18 The Joy of Doing Nothing on Vacation 50:41 Steve Buscemi's Versatility 53:41 Podcast Wrap-Up and Announcements

Good News York: Opening Day at Syracuse Mets Stadium In this episode of Good News York, the team celebrates the opening day of baseball at Syracuse Mets Stadium. They engage in lively conversations with the General Manager of the Syracuse Mets, discussing the excitement of the season and favorite ballpark foods, like the renowned pierogis. The hosts visit the team store, chat with employees about their roles and favorite aspects of working at the stadium, and share the thrill of the game day atmosphere. The episode wraps up with an interview with Ryan McMahon, Onondaga County Executive, about the significance of throwing the opening pitch and the positive economic developments in the region. 00:00 Welcome to Good News York: Opening Day of Baseball 00:52 Interview with the GM of Syracuse Mets 03:54 Exploring the Ballpark: Food and Fun 05:32 Inside the Team Store 11:48 First Pitch with Ryan McMahon 14:55 Conclusion and Farewell from NBT Bank Stadium

Good News York: Digital Mobile Billboards and Local Business Support In this episode of Good News York, hosts Matt Masur and Mike Brindisi introduce guest Zach Premo, president of Ads on the Go. Zach shares insights on his innovative digital mobile billboard business, which offers small businesses a unique advertising platform through mobile video screens on trucks. The conversation covers Zach’s business model, his motivations for supporting local businesses, and his history with the company. Additionally, Zach discusses future plans and the potential for expanding the service to other cities. The episode concludes with a brief mention of other show segments, including a job opportunity announcement and a fun tidbit about Mario Lopez filming a movie in Buffalo. 00:00 Welcome to Good News York! 00:23 Meet Our Guest: Zach Premo 00:42 The Greatest Entrance Ever 02:05 Inside the Mobile Billboard Business 02:59 The Power of Digital Advertising 07:52 Empowering Small Businesses 12:48 The Future of Mobile Billboards 15:50 Entrepreneurial Journey 17:20 Revisiting the Question on Digital Billboards 17:37 Innovative Advertising Strategies 19:32 Community Engagement and Regulations 20:19 Upcoming Events and Parades 21:25 Business Operations and Routes 23:26 Creative Advertising Ideas 26:57 Contact Information and Final Thoughts 29:35 Good News York Updates 31:28 Sports Talk and Closing Remarks