It’s the season of giving in Rochester! 🎁 This episode, Corey is joined by Otto Harnischfeger, Executive Director of the Pirate Toy Fund, to celebrate 30 incredible years of bringing joy to local children. From its heartfelt beginnings to this year’s holiday toy drive, Otto shares how a small act of kindness became one of Rochester’s most cherished traditions.

The economy is shifting fast. From fluctuating mortgage rates to the rise of artificial intelligence, the balance between stability and innovation has never been more uncertain. This week on Rochester Living, Mark & Corey sit down with economist Eric Morris, to unpack what’s really driving today’s market trends and what they mean for Rochester’s future.

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This week on Rochester Living, Mark & Corey sit down with Evan Dawson, host of WXXI’s Connections, for an unfiltered talk about the state of journalism, free speech, and the changing American dream. From the local housing market and rising costs to AI’s impact on media and our democracy, this episode dives deep into how information, trust, and technology are reshaping everyday life in Rochester and beyond.

Spooky season has arrived in Rochester! 👻 In Episode 214 of Rochester Living, Mark & Corey sit down with Jenni Lynn, founder of the Rochester Candlelight Ghost Walks, to uncover the haunted history of Western New York. From the Lady in White on Lake Ontario to the paranormal legends of Mount Hope Cemetery, Jenni shares decades of ghost-hunting experience, eerie encounters, and the stories behind Rochester’s most spirited spots. 💀

Fall vibes are in full swing on this week's episode of Rochester Living! Mark & Corey sit down with pumpkin carving legend Adam Burton — winner of Food Network’s Halloween Wars and the creative force behind Chick'n Out Chicken. 🍗 From carving 2,000+ pound pumpkins to landing collaborations with Disney, Marvel, and Dunkin’, Adam shares how he turned his passion into a thriving career.

Mark and Corey welcome longtime friend and former state senator and judge Rick Dollinger for a candid discussion about free speech and political rhetoric. From Jimmy Kimmel’s on-air controversy to how divisive language trickles down to our own community, Rick offers a veteran public servant’s perspective on why civility matters now more than ever.

Mark and Corey welcome Dale Wickham of Wickham Farms, who shares how his family’s 1980s pumpkin stand grew into a nationally recognized model for “agri-tainment” while they also break down the latest real-estate numbers and mortgage rates.

From Monet’s water lilies to breaking down barriers in the arts, Rochester’s Memorial Art Gallery is entering a bold new chapter. Mark and Corey sit down with Sarah Jesse, MAG’s Director, to hear how a life-changing moment in Detroit set her on the path to leading one of our city’s most iconic institutions.