The Good Stuff .518

The 518's Father-Son Fundraising Dream Team: Christian and Brian Jones

At just 29 years old, Christian Jones has already become a powerful force for change—and alongside his father, Brian Jones, he’s part of a father-son fundraising team hel

Niskayuna Born Woman's Journey to Wealth, with Larissa Hawley

From college graduate to a million dollar earner in record time! Larissa Howley shares her inspiring journey: from starting her first marketing firm at 23 years old, to b

What will Saratoga Kids Remember in the Future Year 2066? | The YMCA Time Capsule

In this episode of The Good Stuff.518, we’re celebrating the Saratoga Regional YMCA’s 160th anniversary—and learning how your family can become part of local history. The

From Risking Her Home to Building Women's Wealth

Can women build wealth with the money they have today? Looking to build wealth, grow your business, or feel more confident with your finances? Catherine Hover, founder

Local 518 Film premieres in Hollywood: Las Hadas de la Sombra

Behind every finished film is a hundred stories you'll never see. Spencer Sherry shares the stories behind Las Hadas de la Sombra and why making independent films is equa

Why Everyone's Discovering Upstate New York

What makes people fall in love with Upstate New York? Gab Small shares how she's using storytelling to showcase small towns, support local businesses, and encourage other

Redefining Success as an Ambitious Woman

Christine O’Donnell sits down with Darien Rozell of Pantry Hill to talk about ambition, success, and the hard decisions that can lead to something even more meaningful.

Why is Journalism Kristi Gustafson Barlette's Favorite Job?

After 25 years of meeting thousands of people, one thing has become clear: everyone has a story worth telling. Kristi Gustafson Barlette joins The Good Stuff to share me

What Happened in Saratoga's Casino Era?

Storytime with Jamie Parillo of The Saratoga Springs History Museum Saratoga Springs was once a playground for millionaires, gamblers, and scandals hidden in plain sight

SRYMCA and Stewart's Shops Make Summer Camp Possible

Every child deserves the change to experience summer camp, but for many families, cost can be a barrier. Thanks to a partnership that's been growing for more than 30 year

Maggie the Mold Dog: The Hidden Epidemic Inside Our Homes

After years of unexplained health issues, Jennie Jabaut discovered mold was making her family sick. Today, she and her specially trained mold detection dog, Maggie, help

The Winners Circle: Building the next Modern Social Fitness Club

The best weekends usually start with a text that says, "You in?" What started as a few friends getting together for runs, bike rides, workouts, and outdoor adventures ha

How Two Engineers Built Aisling Farm

On this week's episode, we have Sara Kelly of Practical Hug in the studio as a guest host, interviewing Kateri and Cody Sargen of Aisling Farms! They share the story of

When Did We Become So Self-Conscious About Dancing?

Learning From the Kids Who Dance Like Nobody's Watching In Part 2 of our conversation with Mary Beth of The Dance Lab Saratoga, we talk about confidence, dance, social m

Phones Down, Eyes Up: A Drowning Prevention Campaign

Learn key swimming safety tips for parents to ensure their children enjoy a safe summer in the pool. Essential insights for every caregiver. As summer rolls in, many fam

Someday Doesn’t Just Happen

How The Dance Lab became a community of 600 dancers. Mary Beth is the founder of The Dance Lab in Saratoga Springs, where she has built a studio centered on joy over com

Meet Your Producer: Renee Madcharo

She’s usually behind the camera, but this week we’re putting Renee in front of it. After earning her master’s in Entertainment and Media Management from Ithaca College, R

We Were Never Meant to Heal Alone

Healing started the moment I stopped isolating myself. If you’ve ever felt dismissed by doctors, overwhelmed by stress, or like you’re navigating your family’s health al

Saratoga YMCA: "Get Out, Get Active, Make a Friend"

Saratoga YMCA CEO Allison D’Antonio “The Y brings people together, and what they do with it is everything.” Saratoga YMCA CEO Allison D’Antonio shares how that connection

Perfecting Your 2 Minute Podcast Pitch

How to Craft a Winning Podcast Elevator Pitch. Start by answering these 3 questions: What is your show? Who is it for? Why does it matter? Chapters: 00:00 Introduction