Hey there! It's me, Brian. Since you're here, let me tell you a little about myself. I was born and raised in Albany and currently live there with my girlfriend Samantha and our two cute little doggies named Biggie and Tiny. Adding to the nuthouse is my son Brody who is growing up incredibly fast, but getting more and more talented, funny, and handsome by the day. I feel very lucky to be able to spend time with you in the morning making you laugh, making you think, and sometimes even making you a little angry. But man, it's a privilege to do the show each and every day with Chrissy. I enjoy writing and talking about all things sports, wildlife, Capital Region nostalgia, interesting local people, and any and all of the quirky things I observe while living in the 518. E-Mail: brian@wgna.com
Brian
7.7 Earthquake 8K Miles Away Rocks Parts of New York State
The 7.7 quake hit Vanuatu - an island in the South Pacific over 8,000 miles away - and amazingly it registered in New York State according to several who felt the rumble.
Forgot to Flush? Upstate Man Puzzled by Unpleasant ‘Poop Tree’
A tree in Upstate NY is filled with tons of poop; and it's as remarkable as it is unnerving! Any idea what could be causing the unpleasant and puzzling poop tree?
Quack Pack! Police in Upstate NY Rescue 5 Lucky Ducklings
State Police in New York, along with local firefighters, saved 5 lucky ducklings and "returned them safely" to their mom over the weekend.
Puff Puff Putt! Enjoy Weed-Friendly Mini Golf in Saratoga County
Weed-Friendly Mini Golf returns to Saratoga Springs
It's hard enough trying to read putting greens on a golf course stone-cold-sober; for the life of me, I couldn't imagine trying to line up a 15-foot putt after puffing on some herb.
But it does sound like it would be a lot of fun, and we're talking mini golf, devoid of expensive greens fees and those pesky course rangers...
Watch the Great Escape Come Alive in this Classic 1983 Commercial!
30 years ago, an iconic theme park in Upstate NY went through a major metamorphosis adding new thrill rides, more attractions, and a hot new jingle, all while unveiling a brand new name.
Storytown becomes the Great Escape
Now known as The Great Escape, when this theme park opened in 1954 it was called Storytown USA. It ...
Surprising Poll Ranks 5 NY Cities Best for Bachelorette Parties
A recent survey ranked places like Yonkers and Rochester ahead of Lake George and the Hamptons when it comes to bachelorette party destinations.
When you think of cities, towns, destinations, and retreats throughout New York State that could be great to gather with the girls for a bachelorette party weekend, what comes to mind...
One of the World’s Tiniest Diner’s in Upstate NY Turned 100!
Big menus, good food, fast service, convenient hours, and fair prices. Morning, noon, or night - nothing beats a quality Diner - and thankfully we have many to choose from here in the Capital Region.
Some diners are known for their massive breakfasts, meaty triple-decker sandwiches, or pancakes the size of your head; maybe even all three. But they...
Deadly Virus Takes First Deer in Upstate NY – How Many to Follow?
The DEC confirmed that a deer found dead recently in Upstate NY died from an often-fatal virus - transmitted by small insects - that can take a deer's life in just 36 hours.
The disease, Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease (EHD )has been around for a while and rears its ugly head at the end of the summer.
Accordi...
Powerful Storm Rips Thru Festival in Albany – Aftermath Photos Here!
Intense Storm Unloads on Festival in Albany - Check Out the Damage in the Gallery Below
It was all hands on deck shortly after 5 pm when a fast-moving, intense thunderstorm rocked festival goers, vendors, and even performers at the free Food Festival on Wednesday afternoon at the Empire State Plaza in downtown Albany...
Gilded Age 2 to Film in Albany this Summer – Here are the Dates!
Filming for "The Gilded Age 2" will begin in Albany later next month, and details recently surfaced about when and where they'll be shooting!
Back in May, the production team of "The Gilded Age" announced they were scouting locations in Rhode Island and New York for season two of the popular HBO series set in 1880's New York City...