Good News York

Hanah Ehrenreich makes a powerful argument for why children should not be shielded from dark or difficult stories. Using the original Cinderella — where the stepsisters cut off their own toes to fit the glass slipper — as an example, she explains that high-stakes stories invite children to think critically, question decisions, and process complex […] More

Hanah Ehrenreich shares what she believes is the key to getting children excited about reading — give them the story first. By letting kids listen before they ever open a book, they develop a reason to want to read in the first place. She also breaks down how the Storytelling with Children Festival keeps kids […] More

Noah Chrysler asks Hanah Ehrenreich to explain the Storytelling with Children Festival. Hanah makes a compelling case for why oral storytelling is one of the most powerful tools available to address the literacy crisis facing children today. She argues that before a child ever picks up a book, a story told out loud gives them […] More

GNY EP.162 | Hanah Ehrenreich — Storytelling Festival of Children In this episode of Good News York, host Noah Chrysler sits down with Hanah Ehrenreich — festival organizer, common counselor for the City of Syracuse, and passionate advocate for early childhood literacy. Hanah is the driving force behind the Storytelling with Children Festival, taking place […] More

Erin Bates, Executive Director of McMahon Ryan Child Advocacy Center, breaks down exactly how families and community members can reach out when they have concerns about a child. Whether someone needs guidance, has a non-emergency concern, or is in an immediate crisis situation, Erin makes it clear that help is always available. The center has […] More

Catherine Alton, Board Member and Pinwheel Ball Chair at McMahon Ryan Child Advocacy Center, shares exciting details about one of the organization’s biggest fundraisers of the year. The Pinwheel Ball takes place this Friday at the OnCenter in Syracuse, featuring a live performance by Atlas, incredible food, and a one-of-a-kind experience with live artist Karen […] More

GNY EP.161 | McMahon Ryan Child Advocacy Center In this episode of Good News York, host Matt Masur sits down with two incredible guests from McMahon Ryan Child Advocacy Center — Erin Bates, Executive Director, and Catherine Alton, Board Member and Chair of this year’s Pinwheel Ball. Together, they shed light on the vital work […] More

Every great city is built on a body of water. Syracuse is no exception, though its story is a bit different. The Erie Canal that once defined the area no longer runs through the city as it once did, prompting a broader reorientation around its existing waterways. Today, Onondaga Creek, the inner harbor, and the […] More

The skills required to maintain New York’s canal system cannot be taught in a classroom. Dubbed "Canal Craft," the work demands on-the-job learning, creativity, and daily innovation from a workforce of over 500 people. With billions of dollars in capital needs and significant contributions from the New York Power Authority, Governor Hochul, and the state […] More

Most people learn about the Erie Canal in fourth grade and never think about it again. But as one Canal Corporation representative explains, New York’s canal system is very much alive today. Spanning 524 miles of navigable waterway across four canals, it stands as the largest state-run inland waterway system in the United States. From […] More

Good News York | Episode 160 | Feat. Ben Walsh, Director of the NYS Canal Corporation In this episode of Good News York, host Matt Masur sits down with Ben Walsh — former two-term mayor of Syracuse and the newly appointed Director of the New York State Canal Corporation — for a wide-ranging conversation about […] More

What started as 17 people gathered in a small room has grown into a community of 45 to 50 creatives meeting every month. Joe Cunningham reflects on the growth of Syracuse Actors Studio and expresses gratitude to everyone who has shown up, as well as to the Palace Theater for providing a home for both […] More

Joe Cunningham breaks down his filmmaking philosophy — set the parameters, introduce a little chaos, and let the camera roll. In his view, take one is almost always the best take, because the actors have no idea what is coming next, and that genuine surprise is exactly what shows up on screen. Co-star Laura Stisser […] More

Joe Cunningham and Laura Stisser, co-founders of Syracuse Actors Studio, sit down to share the story behind SAS — a free, no-barrier-entry community for local actors and creatives. From its humble beginnings to a growing monthly gathering at the Palace Theater, Joe and Laura explain why accessibility and community are at the heart of everything […] More

GNY EP.159 | Joe Cunningham & Laura Stisser from The Syracuse Actors Studio In this episode of Good News York, host Noah Chrysler sits down with Joe Cunningham and Laura Stisser, the co-founders of Syracuse Actors Studio (SAS) — a thriving monthly collective bringing together actors, directors, writers, producers, and creatives of all kinds right […] More

Good News York | EP. 158 – feat. Jeff Taylor from The Wild Park In this episode of Good News York, host Noah Chrysler sits down with Jeff Taylor — the visionary entrepreneur behind The Wild Park, The Haven, and Taylor’s Wilderness Safari, all located right here in Chittenango, New York. Jeff opens up about […] More