Rochester Speaks Archives

Rochester Animal Services

David Langley of Rochester Animal Services discusses the needs of Rochester’s homeless animals and how the shelter saves lives while helping families find their dre...

Breaking The Sigma Of Death & Dying

Sara Brunner, Director at Gateway Home Attica, joins us to discuss what it’s really like to die, and how there’s such a stigma around death that conversations...

Dream Factory Rochester

Jon is joined by Laura Walitsky of The Dream Factory Rochester to discuss 2025 initiatives and how the community can help make dreams come true for local kids.

EPI Chocolate Ball

Jeff Sinsebox of EPI, and Kelly Scott of Get Caked Bakery discuss their upcoming event.

CSC Rochester 2025 Initiatives

Amanda Miller, Director of Programs and Support Services joins us from the Cancer Support Community at Gilda’s Club. She discusses CSC Rochester’s 2025 initia...

Genesee River Watch

Jon is joined by Genesee River Watch Executive Director George Thomas to discuss the river’s benefits to the community and the importance of its conservation.

Friends Of Letchworth State Park

The Friends of Letchworth State Park discuss how the organization promotes a healthy environment at the park, aiding in critical improvements to enhance the experience fo...

A Comfortable Transition – Gateway Home

Sara Brunner, Director at Gateway Home in Attica, discusses how the organization becomes home to those in their final stages of life, and how their caring and home-like a...

Surviving The Holidays

Jon is joined by two coaches, Tony Wechsler and Janel Otto, to discuss how to make it through the holidays after losing a loved one or going through a divorce.

Good Life Collective/Bethany House Christmas Drive

Jon is joined by representatives from The Good Life Collective and Bethany House, who are joining forces for the greater good this holiday season in Rochester.