In this episode of 716 Together, host Tammie Lee Demler is joined by healthcare experts Dr. Claudia Lee and Dr. Macy Perry to discuss the latest recommendations on seasonal vaccinations. The conversation covers flu vaccines, RSV protection, pneumococcal vaccines, measles concerns, and common myths surrounding immunizations. Listeners will learn who should be vaccinated, when to receive important vaccines, and how staying up to date can help prevent serious illness and hospitalization, especially among older adults.

In this episode of 716 Together, host Tammie Lee Demler is joined by healthcare experts Dr. Claudia Lee and Dr. Macy Perry to discuss the latest recommendations on seasonal vaccinations. The conversation covers flu vaccines, RSV protection, pneumococcal vaccines, measles concerns, and common myths surrounding immunizations. Listeners will learn who should be vaccinated, when to receive important vaccines, and how staying up to date can help prevent serious illness and hospitalization, especially among older adults.

716 Together: Fall Vaccine Guide (11-1-26)

In this epidsode, Jennifer Angrisano-Gall, founder and president of The Crown Agency, and board secretary Michelle Scrivani discuss their nonprofit's mission to support the wellness, self-care, and connection of professional women in Western New York. Inspired by the belief that women should help "straighten each other's crowns," the organization offers community-building events, wellness activities, journaling prompts, blogs, and healthy living resources designed to help women create space for reflection and personal growth. The guests share how professional women often struggle to balance careers, family responsibilities, and caregiving roles, and explain how The Crown Agency seeks to provide accessible, affordable opportunities for support, friendship, and rejuvenation.

In this epidsode, Jennifer Angrisano-Gall, founder and president of The Crown Agency, and board secretary Michelle Scrivani discuss their nonprofit's mission to support the wellness, self-care, and connection of professional women in Western New York. Inspired by the belief that women should help "straighten each other's crowns," the organization offers community-building events, wellness activities, journaling prompts, blogs, and healthy living resources designed to help women create space for reflection and personal growth. The guests share how professional women often struggle to balance careers, family responsibilities, and caregiving roles, and explain how The Crown Agency seeks to provide accessible, affordable opportunities for support, friendship, and rejuvenation.

716 Together: Building Community and Wellness for Professional Women (11-1-26)

Musician and financial advisor Tony Tripi joins the show to discuss how the loss of his grandson inspired a deeply personal musical project aimed at opening conversations about grief and healing. Tony shares how his upcoming album blends original songs and collaborations with accomplished musicians while supporting scholarships for healthcare workers receiving grief-care training. The discussion explores loss, resilience, faith, creativity, and the importance of creating spaces where people can talk openly about grief and support one another.

Musician and financial advisor Tony Tripi joins the show to discuss how the loss of his grandson inspired a deeply personal musical project aimed at opening conversations about grief and healing. Tony shares how his upcoming album blends original songs and collaborations with accomplished musicians while supporting scholarships for healthcare workers receiving grief-care training. The discussion explores loss, resilience, faith, creativity, and the importance of creating spaces where people can talk openly about grief and support one another.

716 Together: Finding Hope Through Music and Grief (10-25-26)

In this episode, host Tammie Lee Demler talks with Tracy Snyder about the mission and impact of Buffalo's Theatre of Youth as it enters its 55th season. The conversation highlights the organization's upcoming productions, including The Pigeon Gets a Big-Time Holiday Extravaganza, The Magical Closet Mystery, and a world-premiere adaptation of The Little Engine That Could. Snyder explains how the theater goes beyond performances by offering educational workshops, scholarships, camps, field trips, and youth development opportunities that help children build confidence, creativity, communication skills, empathy, and leadership. The discussion also explores how live theater can nurture literacy, strengthen family connections, and provide meaningful experiences for young audiences throughout Western New York.

In this episode, host Tammie Lee Demler talks with Tracy Snyder about the mission and impact of Buffalo's Theatre of Youth as it enters its 55th season. The conversation highlights the organization's upcoming productions, including The Pigeon Gets a Big-Time Holiday Extravaganza, The Magical Closet Mystery, and a world-premiere adaptation of The Little Engine That Could. Snyder explains how the theater goes beyond performances by offering educational workshops, scholarships, camps, field trips, and youth development opportunities that help children build confidence, creativity, communication skills, empathy, and leadership. The discussion also explores how live theater can nurture literacy, strengthen family connections, and provide meaningful experiences for young audiences throughout Western New York.

716 Together: Inspiring Creativity Through Youth Theater (10-18-26)

In this episode of 716 Together, host Tammie Lee Demler interviews Katie Diebold, Vice President of Behavioral Health and Wellness Programs at Jewish Family Services of Western New York. The conversation highlights the organization's wide-ranging services, including behavioral health care, refugee resettlement, care coordination, employment support, and assistance for underserved populations. Diebold discusses innovative programs such as Critical Time Intervention, which helps individuals with serious mental illness transition from hospital care back into the community, as well as counseling and medication management services. The episode also explores volunteer opportunities, fundraising efforts, and JFS's mission of providing compassionate, inclusive support to anyone in need throughout Western New York.

In this episode of 716 Together, host Tammie Lee Demler interviews Katie Diebold, Vice President of Behavioral Health and Wellness Programs at Jewish Family Services of Western New York. The conversation highlights the organization's wide-ranging services, including behavioral health care, refugee resettlement, care coordination, employment support, and assistance for underserved populations. Diebold discusses innovative programs such as Critical Time Intervention, which helps individuals with serious mental illness transition from hospital care back into the community, as well as counseling and medication management services. The episode also explores volunteer opportunities, fundraising efforts, and JFS's mission of providing compassionate, inclusive support to anyone in need throughout Western New York.

716 Together: Jewish Family Services of Western New York (10-11-26)

Tammie Lee Demler speaks with Jen Swan-Kilpatrick, Executive Director of Arts Services Inc. (ASI), about the organization's role in supporting artists, cultural organizations, and creative professionals across Western New York. Swan-Kilpatrick explains how ASI provides funding, leadership development, networking opportunities, and public engagement programs that strengthen the region's arts community. The discussion focuses on the upcoming Spark Awards, an event celebrating outstanding artists, educators, administrators, and organizations that contribute to the local arts sector. The episode emphasizes the importance of creativity, community collaboration, and recognizing the diverse artistic talent that enriches Western New York.

Tammie Lee Demler speaks with Jen Swan-Kilpatrick, Executive Director of Arts Services Inc. (ASI), about the organization's role in supporting artists, cultural organizations, and creative professionals across Western New York. Swan-Kilpatrick explains how ASI provides funding, leadership development, networking opportunities, and public engagement programs that strengthen the region's arts community. The discussion focuses on the upcoming Spark Awards, an event celebrating outstanding artists, educators, administrators, and organizations that contribute to the local arts sector. The episode emphasizes the importance of creativity, community collaboration, and recognizing the diverse artistic talent that enriches Western New York.

716 Together: Arts Services, Inc.  (10-4-26)

This episode of 716 Together features Tiffany Pavone, Director of Victim Services at Child and Family Services, discussing Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the critical resources available to survivors. The conversation highlights the services provided by Haven House, Erie County’s only confidential domestic violence shelter, the growing demand for shelter and support services, common warning signs of abusive relationships, and the importance of safety planning when leaving a dangerous situation. Pavone also emphasizes community initiatives aimed at improving survivor support, encourages victims and their loved ones to seek help without fear of judgment, and shares information about upcoming awareness events and the 24-hour hotline available to those in need.

This episode of 716 Together features Tiffany Pavone, Director of Victim Services at Child and Family Services, discussing Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the critical resources available to survivors. The conversation highlights the services provided by Haven House, Erie County&rsquo;s only confidential domestic violence shelter, the growing demand for shelter and support services, common warning signs of abusive relationships, and the importance of safety planning when leaving a dangerous situation. Pavone also emphasizes community initiatives aimed at improving survivor support, encourages victims and their loved ones to seek help without fear of judgment, and shares information about upcoming awareness events and the 24-hour hotline available to those in need.

716 Together: Child and Family Services (9-27-26)

In this episode of 716 Together, Lisa Robertson of Parachute Credit Counseling discusses how the nonprofit organization helps individuals manage debt, student loans, credit issues, and budgeting through free or low-cost counseling services. She emphasizes the importance of addressing financial challenges early, creating realistic spending plans, monitoring credit reports, and seeking trusted guidance rather than falling victim to predatory services. The conversation offers practical advice for building financial stability and reducing money-related stress.

In this episode of 716 Together, Lisa Robertson of Parachute Credit Counseling discusses how the nonprofit organization helps individuals manage debt, student loans, credit issues, and budgeting through free or low-cost counseling services. She emphasizes the importance of addressing financial challenges early, creating realistic spending plans, monitoring credit reports, and seeking trusted guidance rather than falling victim to predatory services. The conversation offers practical advice for building financial stability and reducing money-related stress.

716 Together: Parachute Credit Counseling (9-20-26)

In this episode of 716 Together, host Tammie Lee Demler speaks with Anne Nowak, a volunteer leader with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), about suicide prevention, mental health awareness, and the organization's annual Out of the Darkness Walk in Western New York. The conversation highlights the importance of recognizing changes in behavior, checking in on those who may be struggling, and challenging common myths about suicide. Anne discusses AFSP's educational programs, including Talk Saves Lives, the role of community support in prevention and healing, and resources such as the 988 Crisis Lifeline. The episode also explores respectful language surrounding suicide, support available for loss survivors, and how events like the Out of the Darkness Walk foster hope, connection, and healing for individuals and families affected by suicide.

In this episode of 716 Together, host Tammie Lee Demler speaks with Anne Nowak, a volunteer leader with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), about suicide prevention, mental health awareness, and the organization's annual Out of the Darkness Walk in Western New York. The conversation highlights the importance of recognizing changes in behavior, checking in on those who may be struggling, and challenging common myths about suicide. Anne discusses AFSP's educational programs, including Talk Saves Lives, the role of community support in prevention and healing, and resources such as the 988 Crisis Lifeline. The episode also explores respectful language surrounding suicide, support available for loss survivors, and how events like the Out of the Darkness Walk foster hope, connection, and healing for individuals and families affected by suicide.

716 Together: Out of the Darkness Walk (9-13-26)

In this episode of 716 Together, host Tammie Lee Demler interviews Jill Redman, founder of HopeBridge Collaborative Western New York, a unique nonprofit focused on helping individuals and families who fall just above traditional poverty guidelines and often do not qualify for government assistance. Through a community thrift boutique in Hamburg, HopeBridge uses proceeds from donated clothing and goods to help residents overcome financial emergencies such as car repairs, utility bills, work-related expenses, and educational costs. Redman shares inspiring success stories, discusses the organization's mission of preserving dignity and self-sufficiency, and explains how community members can support the effort through donations, volunteering, and fundraising initiatives

In this episode of 716 Together, host Tammie Lee Demler interviews Jill Redman, founder of HopeBridge Collaborative Western New York, a unique nonprofit focused on helping individuals and families who fall just above traditional poverty guidelines and often do not qualify for government assistance. Through a community thrift boutique in Hamburg, HopeBridge uses proceeds from donated clothing and goods to help residents overcome financial emergencies such as car repairs, utility bills, work-related expenses, and educational costs. Redman shares inspiring success stories, discusses the organization's mission of preserving dignity and self-sufficiency, and explains how community members can support the effort through donations, volunteering, and fundraising initiatives

716 Together: HopeBridge Collaborative (9-6-26)

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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