Good News York: TDO's Impact on Local Manufacturing and Micron's Influence on Central New York In this episode of Good News York, Matt Masur from Growth Mode Content and his co-host Mikey B welcome Jim D'Agostino, CEO of Central New York Technology Development Organization (TDO). Jim shares insights into TDO’s mission of providing consulting, coaching, and training services to small and mid-sized manufacturers. He discusses the organization’s rebranding from a technology development focus to Train, Develop, Optimize, and highlights their role in leveraging grants to help businesses improve. Jim also explains the significance of their recent acquisition of DLS Quality Management and its impact on TDO's service offerings. The conversation touches on Micron’s arrival in Central New York, anticipated to create a surge in employment and supply chain opportunities. The episode concludes with light-hearted discussions about local events, including the New York State Fair concert lineup and viral TikTok trends. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:21 Meet the Guest: Jim D'Agostino 00:47 About TDO: Train, Develop, Optimize 01:32 Services Offered by TDO 04:39 Funding and Grants for Businesses 09:30 Navigating Business Challenges 15:13 TDO's Expansion and Acquisitions 19:53 Impact of Micron's Arrival 23:29 Staying Updated with Technology 27:56 How to Connect with TDO 32:06 Favorite Projects at TDO 32:31 Jim's Passion for Quality Management 33:20 Team Members' Unique Interests 34:36 Jim's Contact Information 34:59 Tuesday Newsday Introduction 35:22 Shawnee Davis Wins SBA Award 36:41 New Podcast Announcement 37:37 Tuesday Newsday: Kool-Aid Man Challenge 40:39 TikTok Trends Discussion 46:37 New York State Fair Concert Lineup 49:41 Syracuse Football Updates 50:39 Micron Facility Rendering 51:04 Darien Lake Mind Eraser Makeover 51:53 Conclusion and Sign-Off

Lawn Care Zen, Crime Docs, and Classic Rock Revelations In this Monday morning episode of Good News York, host Mike Brindisi checks in from his home studio in Ithaca. In high spirits due to the nice weather, Mike shares his love for lawn care and mentions a particularly meticulous neighbor, humorously dubbed 'lawn guy.' He transitions into a discussion about the overwhelming choice of TV shows on streaming platforms and recommends crime documentaries 'Gone Girls' and 'American Nightmare.' Mike touches on sports, specifically the intriguing rumor about Arch Manning potentially being drafted by the New Orleans Saints. Lastly, Mike dives into an 'On This Day in Music' segment, highlighting iconic albums like Jimi Hendrix's 'Are You Experienced,' The Rolling Stones' 'Exile on Main Street,' and Led Zeppelin's 'Houses of the Holy.' Alongside announcing upcoming guests and giving shoutouts to the production team, Mike wraps up by encouraging listeners to enjoy the sunny weather, mow their lawns, and delve into the classic rock albums mentioned. 00:00 Introduction and Morning Greetings 00:48 Embracing Lawn Care and Landscaping 02:38 Neighborhood Lawn Guy Observations 05:02 Weed Whacker Woes and Weekend Plans 05:53 Navigating the Overwhelming World of TV Shows 07:54 Crime Documentaries: New Obsession 10:01 Sports Talk: Saints, Arch Manning, and Shedeur Sanders 18:22 Intersection of Music, Comedy, and Sports 19:54 On This Day in Music History 27:47 Conclusion and Sign-Off

Good News York Episode 35: Interview with Bills Mafia Co-Founder Del Reid In this episode of Good News York, the host engages in an enthusiastic conversation with Del Reid, co-founder of Bills Mafia and CEO of 26 Shirts. Del shares the origin story of Bills Mafia from a pivotal moment in 2010 involving a dropped pass by Stevie Johnson and a fateful tweet. He discusses the growth of the community and the subsequent creation of 26 Shirts, which sells limited-edition t-shirts to support charitable causes. Del also recounts meeting various notable figures, including NFL players and analysts. The episode rounds off with rapid-fire questions covering favorite Bills moments, opinions on the new stadium, and preferred tailgate spots. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 01:31 The Birth of Bills Mafia 03:56 The Evolution of Bills Mafia 08:14 Full Circle Moments and Event Highlights 14:07 The Origin of 26 Shirts 20:19 Expanding Beyond Buffalo 24:50 Buffalo Bills Draft Insights 32:30 The Origin of Table Smashing at Tailgates 33:06 Generational Differences in Tailgating 33:47 Safety Concerns and Tailgating Culture 35:35 Memories and Souvenirs from the Stadium 37:12 Rapid Fire Questions with Del Reid 37:29 Favorite Bills Moments and Players 41:19 Underrated Players and Stadiums 49:58 Bills Mafia and Community Impact 52:57 Mafia Con and Future Plans 56:02 Conclusion and Final Thoughts