Hey there! It's me, Brian. Since you're here, let me tell you a little about myself. I was born and raised in Albany and currently live there with my girlfriend Samantha and our two cute little doggies named Biggie and Tiny. Adding to the nuthouse is my son Brody who is growing up incredibly fast, but getting more and more talented, funny, and handsome by the day. I feel very lucky to be able to spend time with you in the morning making you laugh, making you think, and sometimes even making you a little angry. But man, it's a privilege to do the show each and every day with Chrissy. I enjoy writing and talking about all things sports, wildlife, Capital Region nostalgia, interesting local people, and any and all of the quirky things I observe while living in the 518. E-Mail: brian@wgna.com
Brian
Powerful Storm Rips Thru Festival in Albany – Aftermath Photos Here!
Intense Storm Unloads on Festival in Albany - Check Out the Damage in the Gallery Below
It was all hands on deck shortly after 5 pm when a fast-moving, intense thunderstorm rocked festival goers, vendors, and even performers at the free Food Festival on Wednesday afternoon at the Empire State Plaza in downtown Albany...
Gilded Age Wraps in Albany -See Stunning Pics from Week Long Film Shoot!
I live in Albany near its historic Washington Park, and despite some of the mild inconveniences that come along with city-living, I really do love the area. Entire neighborhoods are lined with old brownstones that feature plaques with historical data showing when they were built, and who first lived there...
Upstate Hiker Encounters a Rare Rattler! You Won’t Believe What Happens Next!
Does your fear of rattlesnakes - or any snake- prevent you from going into the woods? If you said yes, you're not alone!
There are people who will not hike because they're afraid of being attacked by a rattlesnake - and I totally get it. Snakes ...
TV Storm Chaser Hunts Down Tornado in Upstate NY! What did he See?
TV Storm Chaser Hunts Down Tornado in Upstate NY! Watch the video below...
Reed Timmer, an American meteorologist known for his work on the Discovery Channel reality television series Storm Chasers, started his hours-long journey through New York on Monday in Albany...
Drone Captures Images of an Upstate NY Gem -Who Knew it was this Stunning?
Someone recently flew a drone over Cohoes Falls, videoing its topography in HD quality. Who knew it was this stunning?
Certainly not me, but I'm glad I got to see it now.
The two-minute video titled "Over the Falls" was uploaded on YouTube sometime in the middle of May by Zabihs World and it caught my attention because up until now, I had never seen the Falls before - not like this anyw
Why was Alleged Animal Abuser from ‘Tiger King’ Arrested in Upstate NY?
Who knew that the star of Tiger King 2 was popped right here in the Capital Region?
While this isn't necessarily "new" news, many people in the Capital Region (myself included) may have zero about this, and it might come in handy if you plan on binge-watching Tiger King 2 on Netflix over the holiday weekend.
This ...
Take a Break from Winter with Some 1950s Storytown USA Nostalgic Charm
When it comes to Lake George's history and charming nostalgia, including the very early days of Storytown USA and The Great Escape, few are more knowledgable than Bob Carroll.
Carrol lives in Los Angeles now, but he was born in Johnstown and lived in the Capital Region for many years. Hi...
The 11 Most Wanted Fugitives Who Could be Hiding Somewhere in Upstate
A few weeks back, we wrote about Eugene Palmer, one of America's most sought-after fugitives. This alleged cold-blooded killer has been on the run for nearly a decade, disappearing shortly after the murder of his daughter-in-law Tammy back in 2012...
1906 Video Shows Playful Women on a Snowy Day in Upstate NY
Did people smile 100 years ago?
Ever watch vintage videos or see really old photos of your parents or grandparents? It's hard to imagine the kind of life they lived because no one ever smiled and the black and white imagery makes everything look drab. Bu...
Festive Gingerbread Display in Upstate is Ranked as One of Nation’s Best
See Photos Below of an Upstate NY Gingerbread Display Getting National Attention!
If you travel enough parts of Upstate New York, you're sure to see some pretty outstanding Christmas light displays. It seems as though during the pandemic many families have gone to the "Clark Griswold School" when it comes to holiday decorating.
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