Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
Hot Seat: Media Monday with Ron Klopfanstein
Podcast Description
Ron Klopfanstein spotlights writers, actors, musicians, artists, performers, podcasters, influencers, journalists, and other content creators and talks to them about their work, inspiration, and passion for art, media, and popular culture. Hot Seat: Media Monday is broadcast live on 95.5 FM "The Heat" Utica Phoenix Radio every Monday at 5 pm
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The podcast covers a wide range of topics related to art, media, and popular culture, including LGBTQ+ issues, journalism ethics, and the evolution of the creative arts. Notable episodes include discussions on Oneida County Pride events, the history of the Gay Rights Movement, and the influence of streaming platforms on the film industry.
Media Monday: Live! with Ron Klopfanstein brings you conversations with the people creating, informing, and shaping our communities.
Join award-winning journalist Ron Klopfanstein for interviews with writers, actors, musicians, artists, journalists, community leaders, and newsmakers. Each episode explores their work, ideas, and experiences, alongside feature stories about local events and issues that matter.
Rooted in Utica and the Mohawk Valley, this independent show connects local voices with broader conversations about arts, culture, media, and community life.
New episodes every Monday!
Halloween scares, community connections, LGBTQ+ rights, live music, and local artists—join Ron Klopfanstein for Media Monday: Live! from the Tramontane Café in Utica.
First, Ron, Lily Christopher, and Jim Hale venture into Wood Creek Hollow’s Psycho Path. It’s Lily’s first haunted-house experience! Meet the people behind the scares and hear how classic horror films inspired owner Patrick’s vision.
Brian Herrington, owner of 1-Up Wellness, discusses building a welcoming fitness community, supporting charitable causes, and helping small businesses through Level Up Local. The free community shopping event takes place Saturday, October 24, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at 2428 Chenango Road in Utica.
Our LGBTQ+ Rights Rally report features voices on family, safety, equality, and concerns about Title IX protections. The rally was organized by the Oneida County Pride Alliance and Indivisible Mohawk Valley.
Singer, songwriter, and producer Adriana Primadonna returns to discuss creativity, the influence of her grandmother, and showing up fully for yourself and others. She also performs her song “10 X 10.”
Finally, we visit the Supillar art show at Super Official coffee house in Rome. Local artists discuss community, making art accessible, and their concerns about AI’s impact on creative work and their livelihoods.
Plus, hear what’s happening at the Tramontane Café!
Enjoy the episode? Like, share, and follow Media Monday: Live! for more independent local stories, interviews, and performances. New episodes arrive Mondays.
Recorded October 14, 2026.
Episode released October 19, 2026.
Host/Producer: Ron Klopfanstein
Director / AI Content Producer: Jim Hale
Associate Producer/Correspondent: Lily Christopher
Entertainment Correspondent: Nabil Khan
Thanks to our sponsor and venue, the Tramontane Café, 1105 Lincoln Avenue in Utica. Join our live audience Wednesdays at 3:30 p.m., and enjoy some food or a drink while we record.
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