• Episode 223 - North Pole Exclusive: Santa Claus Sits Down with Rochester Living
    Dec 16 2025

    Santa Claus himself steps out of the North Pole and into our Rochester studio for a conversation filled with nostalgia, joy, and pure Christmas magic.

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    36 mins
  • Episode 222 - Inside the DA’s Office: Crime, Culture, and Change in Monroe County
    Dec 8 2025

    Monroe County District Attorney Brian Green joins Mark and Corey for a rare, in-depth conversation about the future of justice in our community. From rebuilding culture inside the DA’s office to navigating discovery laws, bail reform, and public misconceptions, Green offers a candid look at the challenges and opportunities facing prosecutors today.

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    47 mins
  • Episode 221 - Untold Stories From the Macy’s Parade & Life on Stage
    Dec 2 2025

    As the holiday season begins, former Rockette Tracy Janczak steps into the studio to talk about what it takes to perform at Radio City and why the Macy’s Parade will always hold a special place in her heart.

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    51 mins
  • Episode 220 - Ginny Ryan on Leaving TV News, Reinventing Herself, and the Future of Journalism
    Nov 26 2025

    Legendary Rochester news anchor, Ginny Ryan sits down with Mark and Corey for a thoughtful, moving conversation on the power of storytelling, the highs and lows of modern journalism, and how she built a fulfilling second career after 35 years at 13WHAM. Ginny reflects on the local stories that stayed with her, the shifting media landscape, and the personal journey that led her to her new career.

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    52 mins
  • Episode 219 - Bidding Wars, Rates, and AI: Dr. Steve Choi on the New Real Estate Landscape
    Nov 17 2025

    Corey sits down with Dr. Steve Choi, Assistant Professor of Real Estate Finance at RIT’s Saunders College of Business, to unpack what’s really happening in the housing market, both in Rochester and across the U.S. From the psychology behind bidding wars to how mortgage rates, low inventory, and AI could reshape real estate, Dr. Choi shares key insights from his research paper “The Winner’s Curse.

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    44 mins
  • Episode 218 - From Toys to Tradition: 30 Years of the Pirate Toy Fund
    Nov 10 2025

    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.

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    29 mins
  • Episode 217 - What’s Next for The Economy, Real Estate, and AI?
    Nov 3 2025

    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.

    Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. It does not constitute an offer to sell, a solicitation to buy, or a recommendation of any security or investment strategy. Past performance is not indicative of future results.

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    56 mins
  • Episode 216 - Evan Dawson on the Future of Journalism, Free Speech & the American Dream
    Oct 27 2025

    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.

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    57 mins