Our guest is Tiffany Pavone, Director of Victim Services at Haven House. Listen as we discuss urgent initiatives addressing domestic violence in Western New York. Tiffany highlights the rise in lethal cases, the importance of coordinated community responses, and new funding that supports high-risk teams, specialized prosecutors, and evidence-based danger assessments. The conversation also explores complex scenarios, including family-related abuse, and how advocates work to close service gaps and protect victims before tragedy strikes.

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Our guest is Dr. Michael Cummings, Vice Chair of Psychiatry at the University at Buffalo School of Medicine. In this in-depth discussion on autism, they tackle recent headlines about a possible link between acetaminophen (Tylenol) use during pregnancy and autism, exploring what the research really says—and what it doesn’t. Dr. Cummings explains the difference between correlation and causation, reviews major studies from Sweden and Japan, and emphasizes the importance of evidence-based guidance for expectant mothers. The conversation also touches on genetic factors, misconceptions, and why listening to your healthcare provider matters.

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Learn more about the the Western New York Land Conservancy -- an accredited regional, not-for-profit land trust that works with landowners, municipalities, and other organizations to help them conserve their most cherished natural areas and working farms. Our guest is Executive Director Marisa Riggi.

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Naomi Sosnowski is our guest from Town of Amherst Youth and Recreation. She joins us to discuss activities available during the busy holiday season including recess gym/active healthy options as well as community programs that span the age spectrum, encouraging people to stay active and fit during the cold winter months when it gets difficult to do so.

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Learn more about Civil Air Patrol and their cadet leadership program for teens 12-18 focusing on aerospace education, emergency services, character development, and development of leadership skills. They also incorporate public speaking, life skills, physical fitness and building friendships. Our guests are Susan Busch and Amina Orom.

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Our guest is Kevin Beckman from BestSelf Behavioral Health -- an innovative organization formed through the merger of Child & Adolescent Treatment Services and Lake Shore Behavioral Health in June 2017. Both organizations served this community for a combined 120 years and are proven leaders in innovative delivery of behavioral health services in Western New York. They are the largest community-based behavioral health organization serving children and adults of all ages in Western New York.

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Bob Emerson of Old Fort Niagara is our guest to discuss the local history of the fort as well as upcoming events including their 300th anniversary.

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This week we feature Niagara Falls Outreach Ministry. They bring the life-changing good news of Jesus Christ to the people in the inner city of Niagara Falls. This is demonstrated through both words and kind actions. They not only introduce individuals to Christ, but also walk alongside them throughout their spiritual and life journeys. Our guests are Bob Moore and Gina Mattoni-Gates.

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