Good News York

Noah Chrysler invites audiences to experience improvised Dungeons and Dragons like never before. At Song and Dance in Syracuse, performers will create an entire campaign on the fly while attendees enjoy drinks and watch the magic unfold. Costumes encouraged but not required. Whether you’re a seasoned tabletop gamer or completely new to D&D, this long-form […] More

Noah Chrysler is bringing improv comedy back to Syracuse. As the newest member of the Clickstream Studios team, he’s founded Syracuse Improv, an organization dedicated to reigniting the improv scene in Central New York. The group meets every other Wednesday at the former Spaghetti Warehouse location for free workshops open to the public from 6 […] More

“Next thing you know, the secretary has an Alienware computer on their desk… Outlook screams on this thing.” 😂 This clip from Rob O’Connor explains exactly why a real esports program takes more than just equipment. It takes planning, support, and knowing how to build something that actually lasts. #GoodNewsYork #EliteGaming #Esports #GamingHumor #Education More

Join Danny Tripodi as he sits down with Rob O’Connor, co-founder of ELITE Gaming, to discuss how gaming is transforming education in Central New York. Rob shares the journey of building Syracuse’s premier eSports facility with 60 gaming PCs, revealing how competitive gaming helps students develop essential life skills like teamwork, communication, and time management. […] More

“People think they’re just mashing buttons.” Rob O’Connor breaks down one of the biggest misconceptions about gaming and why esports can help students grow in ways a lot of adults never expected. #GoodNewsYork #EliteGaming #Esports #GamingCulture #Syracuse More

The Vineyard Church takes their Feed My Starving Children partnership beyond packing meals by organizing mission trips to witness the impact firsthand. The church strategically aligns these trips with areas receiving their packed meals, allowing volunteers to travel to distribution sites and personally hand out food to children. Three to four years ago, a group […] More

Good News York Episode.153 – Rematriation with Michelle Schenandoah Join us for an enlightening conversation with Michelle Schenandoah, Syracuse-based founder, storyteller, and educator, as she shares the powerful concept of Rematriation and its role in uplifting indigenous women’s voices and bringing Haudenosaunee knowledge to public conversation. Michelle Schenandoah is the founder of Rematriation, a nonprofit […] More

GNY EP.152 | feat. Matt Read & Alex DeRosa from Spatchcock Funk! Welcome to Good News York! In this incredible episode, host Matt Major sits down with the dynamic duo behind Spatchcock Funk – Matt Read and Alex DeRosa – to dive deep into their journey from throwing epic parties with friends to creating a […] More

Marshmallow & Cocoa: A Heartwarming Children’s Book About Friendship & Acceptance | Good News York EP.151 Join host Matt Masur as he sits down with author Candith Block to discuss her inspiring children’s book, "Marshmallow and Cocoa" – a beautiful story about friendship, acceptance, and celebrating our differences. This heartwarming tale follows Marshmallow the skunk […] More

In this clip from Good News York, host Noah Chrysler asks Michelle Shenandoah how she sees Mother Earth responding to current environmental challenges. Shenandoah offers a grounded perspective on climate change, moving beyond abstract terminology to describe its tangible local impacts. She points to devastating weather patterns that threaten the safety of homes and communities, […] More

Matt Masur sits down with Syracuse author Candith Block to discuss her inspiring children’s book "Marshmallow and Cocoa" The story follows a skunk named Marshmallow on his journey to find friendship, teaching kids that our differences should be celebrated and that everyone deserves to feel accepted. Candith shares her creative process, from homework assignment to […] More

At Elite Gaming, it’s not just about who wins the match. Rob O’Connor shares how bringing students together through invitationals creates real friendships, community, and opportunities for kids across Central New York. #GoodNewsYork #EliteGaming #Esports #GamingCommunity #CentralNewYork More

In this segment from Good News York, Michelle Shenandoah discusses food sovereignty through the work of Angela Ferguson, a community member from the Onondaga Nation located just south of Syracuse. Shenandoah explains how Ferguson has dedicated herself to reconnecting indigenous peoples across the Americas with ancestral seeds that have been lost to their communities for […] More

In this clip from Good News York, host Noah Chrysler asks Michelle Shenandoah to explain the concept of Rematriation. Shenandoah, founder of the nonprofit organization Rematriation and host of the PBS series Rematriation Voices, traces the term back to its origins in indigenous midwifery before describing how it has evolved into a broader movement. She […] More

Spatchcock Funk co-host Matt Read shares his expert advice for throwing the perfect party without the stress. The key strategy is buying yourself as much time as possible by preparing everything the day before. Read recommends making a hearty dish like jambalaya, crawfish Monica, or a special baked ziti with sausage and ricotta mixed into […] More

Good News York Episode.153 – Rematriation with Michelle Schenandoah Join us for an enlightening conversation with Michelle Schenandoah, Syracuse-based founder, storyteller, and educator, as she shares the powerful concept of Rematriation and its role in uplifting indigenous women’s voices and bringing Haudenosaunee knowledge to public conversation. Michelle Schenandoah is the founder of Rematriation, a nonprofit […] More