Good News York

GNY EP.209 | feat. Bruce Coville In this episode of Good News York, host Noah Chrysler sits down with acclaimed children’s and young adult author Bruce Coville — the creative mind behind beloved books like *Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher*, *My Teacher Is an Alien*, and *The Ghost in the Third Row* series. Bruce shares the […] More

For a long time, Nick-E struggled to put his feelings into words. When he could not explain what was going on inside, he would hand someone a song he wrote and let the music do the talking. That outlet became a pillar for regaining confidence and finding himself again. His advice to anyone listening is […] More

Nick-E grew up teasing his older sister for singing and making music. Then one sleepless night during his freshman year of high school, he wrote his first song and ran straight into her room to share it. She just smiled and said she always knew he would come around. Sometimes the people who push you […] More

GNY EP.208 | feat. Nick-E In Episode 208 of Good News York, host Noah Chrysler sits down with Syracuse-based hip-hop artist Nick-E for a deep conversation about the local music scene, the power of creativity as a mental health outlet, and what it takes to build a career as an independent musician in 2026. Nick-E […] More

GNY EP.214 | feat. Becca Brown Surgical physician assistant and Le Moyne professor Becca Brown joins Noah Chrysler on Good News York to share surprising stories from the cadaver lab—and her own extraordinary experience as a patient. Becca explains how donated bodies help train future healthcare professionals, why anatomy doesn’t always look like the textbooks, […] More

GNY EP.213 | feat. Holly Adams What does it mean to use your creativity in service of other people? In Episode 213 of Good News York, Noah Chrysler sits down with performer, voice actor, teaching artist, and clown Holly Adams for a conversation about storytelling, compassion, and creating opportunities for joy—even in the hardest circumstances. […] More

Macky MacPherson breaks down the chess-like complexity of football, explaining how every player has a specific role that shifts based on what the defense presents. Once the ball is snapped, it becomes pure controlled chaos for a few seconds of fury where each person must execute their job flawlessly. He shows that the beauty of […] More

Former NFL player Macky MacPherson opens up about the relentless pressure of professional football, where every mistake on the field could mean losing your job. He shares how the constant stress of performing at the highest level takes a serious toll on players’ mental health, especially for those who aren’t household names. Despite the large […] More

Nick-E never set out to be a superstar. Some people supported him early on while others made fun of him, and he remembers all of it. But that doubt became fuel to study lyric writing, wordplay, and the craft behind the music. His mission has never changed: if his music helps one person get out […] More

For a long time, Nick-E struggled to put his feelings into words. When he could not explain what was going on inside, he would hand someone a song he wrote and let the music do the talking. That outlet became a pillar for regaining confidence and finding himself again. His advice to anyone listening is […] More

GNY EP.212 | feat. Katie Risor In this episode of Good News York, host Noah Chrysler sits down with Katie Risor — author, illustrator, and graphic novelist living right here in Syracuse, NY. Katie is the creator behind *Welcome to the Forest*, an early reader graphic novel series featuring a cast of quirky forest creatures […] More

Noah Chrysler shares the mission behind Syracuse Improv, bringing people from different backgrounds into the same room and asking them to set aside the culture war noise for a moment. The goal is simple: find common ground, have some fun together, and embrace the fact that improv forces everyone to humble themselves a little. #SyracuseImprov […] More

GNY EP.211 | feat. Adam Ast In Episode 211 of Good News York, host Noah Chrysler sits down with Adam Ast — the manager and booking agent of Syracuse’s historic Palace Theatre, a seasoned 35mm film projectionist, and a veteran drummer in multiple local bands. Adam’s story is a testament to choosing creative freedom over […] More

Macky MacPherson breaks down the chess-like complexity of football, explaining how every player has a specific role that shifts based on what the defense presents. Once the ball is snapped, it becomes pure controlled chaos for a few seconds of fury where each person must execute their job flawlessly. He shows that the beauty of […] More

Former NFL player Macky MacPherson opens up about the relentless pressure of professional football, where every mistake on the field could mean losing your job. He shares how the constant stress of performing at the highest level takes a serious toll on players’ mental health, especially for those who aren’t household names. Despite the large […] More

GNY EP.210 | feat. Macky MacPherson In Episode 210 of Good News York, host Noah Chrysler sits down with Macky MacPherson — a born-and-bred Syracuse native whose journey has taken him from the gridiron to the stage. Macky opens up about his football career, from playing high school ball at CBA in Syracuse to suiting […] More