Good News York

April 8, 2015, 9:11 pm 4.9k Views

Good News York by Growth Mode Content

Your go-to podcast for inspiring stories, uplifting news, and positive vibes from across New York State!

Whether it’s groundbreaking innovations, community heroes, or businesses making a difference, we bring you the stories that remind us all of the good happening around us.

Join us as we highlight the changemakers, dreamers, and everyday folks bringing positivity to the Empire State.

From local businesses thriving in Syracuse to heartwarming tales from Buffalo, Albany, and beyond—this is the news you’ll actually want to hear. Because good news deserves to be heard.

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On this episode of Good News York, host Mike Brindisi sits down with Michael Speach of the iconic Speach Family Candy Shoppe in Syracuse, NY. Michael shares the inspiring story of his great-grandfather’s journey from Italy in the late 1800s to founding the family business that’s now in its fourth generation.

From hand-crafted chocolates and nostalgic candies to creative programs like Quarters for Change and custom “Pick & Pour” bags, Michael reveals how the shop blends tradition, community, and creativity. You’ll hear about their Willy Wonka roots, a jukebox that gives back, and of course, their signature chocolate-covered potato chips.

This episode is a sweet mix of history, entrepreneurship, and heart—proof that the American dream is alive and well in Central New York.

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