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Vox Pop

WAMC
Gardening
Cookbooks
Artificial Intelligence
Birds
Physical Therapy
Plant-Based Cooking
Automotive Repair
Baking
Real Estate
Cocktails
Ice Cream
Diabetes
Bariatric Surgery
Climate Change
Ufos
UAP
Obesity
New York
Wendy's Vegetarian Kitchen
Nutrition

Vox Pop is WAMC's live call-in talk program. Host Ray Graf and a great roster of experts tackle everything from car and home repair to tax prep, history, science and astronomy… birds, pets and wildlife biology... and a few surprises, too!Every Monday is a "Medical Monday." Every Friday is a "Food Friday."There are several ways to join the conversation:Call in during the show from 2-3 p.m. at 1-800... more

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Dietician Nicole Rodriguez returns to offer ideas for delicious and healthy eating. Ray Graf hosts.

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Recent Guests

Julia Busmeyer
Senior Physics and Astronomy student at SUNY Oneonta; president of STEM Powered
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Episode: Astronomy with Dr. Valerie Rapson 8/13/26
Jean Gagnon
Travel Counselor, Plaza Travel Center
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Episode: Travel with Jean Gagnon 8/12/26
Kizzy Williams-Francisco
Founder/chef of Allie B's Cozy Kitchen
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Episode: Food Friday 8/7/26: Kizzy Williams
Kevin Knuth
Professor of physics at University at Albany; editor-in-chief of Entropy; UAP Science Advisory Council member
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Episode: UFO/UAP Research with Kevin Knuth 8/5/26
Dr. Susan Broner
Headache Specialist at St. Peter's MS and Headache Center
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Episode: Medical Monday 8/3/26: Headaches and Neurology with Dr. Susan Broner
Gail Sokol
Educator, author and YouTuber, specializing in baking
Chef Gail Sokol (self-employed)
Episode: Food Friday 7/31/26: Baking with Chef Gail Sokol
Tony Yang
Operator of Albany-based Gig Computers
Gig Computers
Episode: Computers and tech with Tony Yang 7/29/26
Lisa Thomas
Director of the fine arts department at Stair Galleries
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Colin Stair
Colin Stair, fourth-generation furniture specialist and co-founder of Stair Galleries
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Episode: Antiques with Colin Stair and Lisa Thomas 7/28/26

Host

Ray Graf
Host of Vox Pop

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 49 ratings
  • Vox Pop, the best show on Radio!

    Love the host Ray Graff, the science forums with Ed, the Astronomy forum with Bob Berman and now Valerie, are both amazing programs, with usually a minimum of 2 experts who can answer almost any question posed by us listeners. Thank you for all that WAMC does!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thenamescja3151994
    United States3 years ago
  • Need more Ian

    Title says it all

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pingelski
    United States4 years ago
  • Birding.

    Birding episodes are great.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bob_LaBlaw
    United States4 years ago
  • Interesting and entertaining

    Birds episodes are the best

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    StamfordNewby
    United States6 years ago
  • Playing catch-up is easy!

    I love listening to this program on the radio, but if I can’t, the podcast will inform and delight me!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Koshaugh57
    United States8 years ago

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Birding episodes are great.
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Vox Pop, the best show on Radio!
Interesting and entertaining—Birds episodes are the best.

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Automotive Repair with Gordon Fricke 8/11/26
Q: Is it safe to wash the engine in modern cars?
No, washing the engine is risky because of sensors, connectors, and deep spark plug wells; it's better to have a professional detail shop handle it to avoid misfires.
UFO/UAP Research with Kevin Knuth 8/5/26
Q: How do you collect data and deploy a team to hotspots for UAPx?
The UAPx team deploys with cameras, drones, and observational equipment; a dedicated GO team coordinates fieldwork to gather consistent, reviewable data rather than relying on sensational reports.
UFO/UAP Research with Kevin Knuth 8/5/26
Q: What is the attitude toward data from the government releases, and why do you think some material is released at all?
Knuth suggests that initial releases may have been a political move to appease interest, while newer datasets contain some intriguing NASA-related imagery, though much data remain redacted and hard to interpret without context.
Science Forum 7/30/26
Q: What is the element in heat-shrink plastic that makes it shrink when heated?
The plastic chains can cross-link or relax under heat, causing the chains to pull together and shrink, either through cross-linking or by releasing built-up stress.
Medical Monday 7/27/26: Otolaryngology with Dr. Christine Kim
Q: What is the role of over-the-counter hearing devices in hearing loss management?
OTC devices can help some with certain types of loss, but fitting by a trained audiologist is important to avoid harm and ensure appropriate amplification across frequencies; these devices are not a substitute for professional evaluation in many cases.

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A lively, multi-topic call-in program that blends science, technology, health, travel, food, and local culture through expert guests and practical advice. Episodes prominently feature astronomy, birds, medicalQ&A, automotive tips, and culinary conversations, with recurring Medical Monday and Food Friday formats. Listeners gravitate toward accessible science explanations, hands-on troubleshooting, and community-centered storytelling, with strong emphasis on user questions and real-world applications. The show often highlights local experts and regional topics, making it a practical resource for laypeople and professionals alike who enjoy engaging, participatory conversations and accessible expertise.

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2. Jean Gagnon
3. Kizzy Williams-Francisco
4. Kevin Knuth
5. Dr. Susan Broner
6. Gail Sokol
7. Tony Yang
8. Lisa Thomas

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