Interview with Max Kessler: The New Adam Sandler Look-Alike in Happy Gilmore 2 In this episode of Good News York, host Matt Masur interviews Max Kessler, the actor who bears a striking resemblance to Adam Sandler and stars in the new movie 'Happy Gilmore 2.' Max shares his incredible journey from being an ordinary finance professional to landing a role in a major Hollywood film, detailing his first encounter with Adam Sandler and his experiences on set. The discussion also covers the balance of Max's acting career with his day-to-day life, his Syracuse University days, and his love for hockey. Don't miss this engaging and heartfelt conversation, sponsored by Ads on the Go. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:47 Special Guest Introduction 01:41 Max Kessler's Story 03:16 Meeting Adam Sandler 04:47 Acting in Happy Gilmore 2 06:51 On-Set Experiences 11:02 Future Plans and Reflections 16:43 Behind the Scenes of Iconic Movie Moments 17:37 The Challenges of Filming Multiple Takes 18:49 Learning and Mimicking Adam Sandler 20:22 Navigating the Acting Industry 21:35 Future Prospects and Reflections 26:45 Syracuse Memories and Personal Anecdotes 28:36 Final Thoughts and Farewell

Good News York: Empowering Community and Business Success with Chad Tarone In this episode of Good News York, hosts Matt Masur and Mike Brindisi are joined by Chad Tarone from Hummingbird Heating and Cooling. Chad shares his inspiring journey from a troubled past to becoming a successful business owner who is passionate about giving back to the community. They discuss the impact of a complete rebrand on his business, which led to significant growth, and the importance of treating employees well. Chad also details a recent heartfelt story where he donated HVAC units to a community center, helping many people in need. Additionally, the hosts delve into celebrity gossip, discussing Howard Stern's potential departure from Sirius and the drama between Brianna Chickenfry of Barstool Sports and country singer Zach Bryan. The episode concludes with a preview of their next guest, Max Kessler, Adam Sandler's body double in Happy Gilmore 2. 00:00 Introduction and Hosts' Banter 02:15 Meet Chad from Hummingbird Heating and Cooling 02:37 Chad's Journey into HVAC 04:37 The Power of Rebranding 08:10 Giving Back to the Community 09:19 Chad's Personal Struggles and Triumphs 13:49 Helping Mary and the Community Center 21:12 Business Philosophy and Employee Care 23:41 HVAC Tips and Tricks 29:18 Exploring the Efficiency of Heat Pumps 29:33 Transitioning to Electrical Services 29:39 Challenges with Electrical Panel Upgrades 29:51 Efficiency and Maintenance of Heat Pumps 30:25 Contact Information for Hummingbird Heating 30:44 Praising Chad Tarone's Community Contributions 31:05 Upcoming News and Sound Effects Fun 33:14 Howard Stern's Contract and Future Speculations 34:35 Howard Stern's Impact and Legacy 38:27 Potential Future for Howard Stern's Staff 47:34 Celebrity Gossip: Brianna Chicken Fried and Zach Bryan 56:45 Upcoming Guest: Max Kessler 57:30 Conclusion and Sign-Off

Rebranding the Syracuse Mets and Fun with Local Advertising In this episode of Good News, New York, hosts Matt Masur and his co-host chat about a variety of topics, starting with a humorous discussion about country music stars and scandal. They transition into serious content, like Syracuse Mets' announcement about seeking community input for a new team name by 2027, celebrating views in the millions for Good News, York, and the power of consistency and volume in content creation. The duo also explores classic New York state advertising jingles, the opening of a new non-alcoholic social club by a reality TV star, celebrating Buffalo Bills' Marv Levy's 100th birthday, and a chaotic hot dog spill in Pennsylvania. The episode is peppered with humor and local pride, aiming to keep listeners both informed and entertained. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 00:30 Brianna Chicken Fry Drama 04:17 Simon Cowell's Image Makeover 08:30 Good News, New York Milestone 11:58 Live Selling and Future Plans 21:26 IMAX and Future Technologies 26:36 Syracuse Mets Renaming Announcement 27:29 Discussing Syracuse Baseball Team Names 27:58 Minor League Baseball Team Names and Gimmicks 30:24 Creative Name Suggestions for Syracuse Team 35:25 Favorite New York Advertising Jingles 40:27 Local News and Events 45:17 Funny Traffic Incident in Pennsylvania 47:28 Concluding Remarks and Banter