• Episode 207 - From Dream to Reality: The Road to Restaurant Ownership
    Aug 19 2025

    Ever wondered what it really takes to open a restaurant in Rochester? Chef Cruz opens up about the challenges, triumphs, and inspiration behind launching his own spot. Tune in to discover the city’s next must-try dining experience!

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    51 mins
  • Episode 206 - Navigating the Real Estate Market: Expert Insights with Melissa Powers
    Aug 13 2025

    Join us on this episode of Rochester Living as we sit down with Melissa Powers of Genesee Regional Bank (GRB) to dive into the current real estate market! We cover key topics like mortgage rates, market predictions, advice for buyers and sellers, and analyze the latest numbers on active listings, pending sales, and recent transactions. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or seasoned investor, Melissa’s insights are invaluable for navigating today’s real estate landscape. Tune in for expert advice on how to make informed decisions in a dynamic market!

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    51 mins
  • Episode 205 - The Future of Marketing: AI, Storytelling and the Rise of the Content Creator
    Aug 6 2025

    In this episode of Rochester Living, we sit down with Mike Thomas, founder of Thomas Media Group and host of In Good Company, to explore how storytelling and AI are transforming the future of marketing.

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    52 mins
  • Episode 204 - What’s REALLY Happening in Real Estate? Summer 2025 Market Update
    Jul 31 2025

    This week on Rochester Living, we’re getting back to our roots, real estate! No guest, no fluff, just Mark and Corey breaking down the current state of the market.

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    47 mins
  • Episode 203 - Winning in Court: Trial Strategy From a Top Criminal Defense Lawyer
    Jul 24 2025

    In this episode of Rochester Living, we sit down with high-profile criminal defense attorney James Nobles to discuss what it really takes to win in court. From homicide trials to white-collar crime, James has built a reputation for thorough preparation, strategic jury selection, and controlling the media narrative.

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Episode 202 - How This Former Nurse Became CEO of Two Major Rochester Hospitals
    Jul 22 2025

    Kathy Parrinello, President & CEO of both Strong Memorial Hospital and Highland Hospital, joins the podcast to share her extraordinary journey, from starting as a staff nurse at Strong in 1975 to making history as the first woman to lead both institutions.

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    50 mins
  • Episode 201 - How Passion Over Profit Built a Wellness Empire with Cyndi Weis and Breathe Yoga
    Jul 10 2025

    This week on Rochester Living, we sit down with Cyndi Weis, founder of Breathe Yoga & Juice Bar, to talk about how a lifelong love of yoga led her to create one of Rochester’s most beloved wellness spaces. Guided more by intuition and passion than profit, Cyndi built Breathe around the kind of experience she craved herself.We talk about the early days of Breathe, her daughters' role in shaping its future, and how yoga helped her build confidence and clarity from the time she was just 12 years old.

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    50 mins
  • Episode 200 - Inside the 2023 PGA Championship and Oak Hill CC's 45M Renovation with Former President Ron Pluta
    Jul 1 2025

    What does it take to host one of golf’s biggest events, and what’s next for one of the country’s most historic courses?This week on Rochester Living, we sit down with Ron Pluta, past president of Oak Hill Country Club and Tournament Chair of the 2023 PGA Championship, to talk all things Oak Hill. Ron shares:-Behind-the-scenes stories from the PGA Championship-A look ahead at the $45 million renovation currently underway-His personal connection to Rochester and the legacy of the Pluta Cancer CenterWhether you’re a golf fan, a Rochester local, or just love a good leadership story, this episode is packed with insight, vision, and passion.

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    44 mins