Chris Donnelly of the Buffalo Scholastic Rowing Association joins the show to discuss the mission of this nonprofit organization. The BSRA welcomes youth and adults of all abilities from all over WNY to row and kayak on the Buffalo River from 405 Ohio Street. BSRA is an umbrella organization to several association organizations including:  Canisius High School, Buffalo Seminary, WeCanRow-Buffalo and BSRA Youth. 

Chris Donnelly of the Buffalo Scholastic Rowing Association joins the show to discuss the mission of this nonprofit organization. The BSRA welcomes youth and adults of all abilities from all over WNY to row and kayak on the Buffalo River from 405 Ohio Street. BSRA is an umbrella organization to several association organizations including: &nbsp;Canisius High School, Buffalo Seminary, WeCanRow-Buffalo and BSRA Youth.&nbsp;

716 Together is a weekly audio town hall designed to inform, inspire and empower our community on the social, economic and health issues that affect Buffalo and Western New York. Hosted by personalities from 103.3 The Edge, Classic Hits 104.1 and 97 Rock, join us for new episodes every week featuring engaging conversation with a wide scope of local leaders addressing the most relevant topic of the day.

 

716 Together is a weekly audio town hall designed to inform, inspire and empower our community on the social, economic and health issues that affect Buffalo and Western New York. Hosted by personalities from 103.3 The Edge, Classic Hits 104.1 and 97 Rock, join us for new episodes every week featuring engaging conversation with a wide scope of local leaders addressing the most relevant topic of the day.
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716 Together: Buffalo Scholastic Rowing Association (3-30-25)

In this episode of 716 Together, host Tammie Lee Demler speaks with Brad Loliger, Supervising Attorney in the Guardianship Unit at the Center for Elder Law and Justice. The conversation explores how the organization protects older adults across Western New York through free civil legal services, including guardianship, elder abuse prevention, housing assistance, healthcare appeals, and consumer protection. Brad also highlights the new CHAMP program, which helps individuals of all ages overcome insurance barriers to mental health and substance‑use treatment, and offers practical advice on avoiding common scams while empowering listeners to seek help without fear or cost.

In this episode of 716 Together, host Tammie Lee Demler speaks with Brad Loliger, Supervising Attorney in the Guardianship Unit at the Center for Elder Law and Justice. The conversation explores how the organization protects older adults across Western New York through free civil legal services, including guardianship, elder abuse prevention, housing assistance, healthcare appeals, and consumer protection. Brad also highlights the new CHAMP program, which helps individuals of all ages overcome insurance barriers to mental health and substance‑use treatment, and offers practical advice on avoiding common scams while empowering listeners to seek help without fear or cost.

716 Together: Elder Law, Mental Health Access, and Fighting Scams in Western New York (3-22-26)

In this episode of 716 Together, host Tammie Lee Demler talks with Morgan Stewart of Big Big Table, Buffalo’s pay‑as‑you‑can nonprofit café dedicated to ensuring that everyone—regardless of financial means—receives a dignified, chef‑prepared meal. Morgan shares how the restaurant blends community, volunteerism, zero‑waste food practices, and creative partnerships to make “everybody eats, everybody gives, everybody matters” a daily reality, while also discussing current needs, volunteer opportunities, and the organization’s vision for expanding its impact.

In this episode of 716 Together, host Tammie Lee Demler talks with Morgan Stewart of Big Big Table, Buffalo&rsquo;s pay‑as‑you‑can nonprofit caf&eacute; dedicated to ensuring that everyone&mdash;regardless of financial means&mdash;receives a dignified, chef‑prepared meal. Morgan shares how the restaurant blends community, volunteerism, zero‑waste food practices, and creative partnerships to make &ldquo;everybody eats, everybody gives, everybody matters&rdquo; a daily reality, while also discussing current needs, volunteer opportunities, and the organization&rsquo;s vision for expanding its impact.

716 Together: Everybody Eats - Inside Buffalo’s Big Big Table (3-15-26)

On this episode of 716 Together, host Tammie Lee Demler sits down with Dr. Michael Merrill to unpack a major new JAMA study examining cannabis use among adolescents. Together, they explore how marijuana—especially today’s high‑potency products—may increase teens’ long‑term risk for psychosis, bipolar disorder, depression, and anxiety. Dr. Merrill breaks down brain development, the endocannabinoid system, common misconceptions, and the challenges parents face in recognizing and addressing substance use. The conversation also touches on cultural attitudes, honesty in healthcare, and practical guidance for families seeking support. A thoughtful, accessible look at what every parent and caregiver should know.

On this episode of 716 Together, host Tammie Lee Demler sits down with Dr. Michael Merrill to unpack a major new JAMA study examining cannabis use among adolescents. Together, they explore how marijuana&mdash;especially today&rsquo;s high‑potency products&mdash;may increase teens&rsquo; long‑term risk for psychosis, bipolar disorder, depression, and anxiety. Dr. Merrill breaks down brain development, the endocannabinoid system, common misconceptions, and the challenges parents face in recognizing and addressing substance use. The conversation also touches on cultural attitudes, honesty in healthcare, and practical guidance for families seeking support. A thoughtful, accessible look at what every parent and caregiver should know.

716 Together: Buffalo Scholastic Rowing Association (3-30-25)

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