We start off the program with a discussion of town boards, specifically Amherst after last night's town board meeting, do you feel your town boards actually listen to you? Also in this vein, we hear from former Amherst town board member Shelly Schratz on the referendum on the $11 million MusicalFare Theater project. In the second half of the progra…

In this first program of the week, we pick up where we left off last week, after notable presidential election forecaster Professor Allan Lichtman came out and said a lot would have to go wrong for Biden to lose, what do you think about that, who do you think will win the 2024 election? In the back half of the program, Bauerle asks what linguistic …

In the first half of the program, Bauerle talks tattoos, do you have any? If so, what's the meaning behind them? Have you ever had to have one removed? In the second half of the program, if you look into your crystal ball, who do you believe will be the next President of the United States. And, does it even matter who that person is, is the Preside…

Today starts off with a continuation of yesterday's end, misheard lyrics, we play more of the lyrics that you've misheard over the years, and in the second half of the program, we talk landlines. Do you still have one? What has made you decide to keep or get rid of yours?By Audacy

In today's installation of the program, Bauerle asks you, what items are on your bucket list? In a similar vein, retirement, were you or will you be able to retire comfortably and how were you able to do it? Also, in the last hour of the program, we have a little fun with misheard lyrics. What is a song with lyric that you could've sworn said one t…

Since the Sabres looked in the rear view mirror with the hiring of Lindy Ruff to be the team's next head coach, we look in the rear view mirror as well, what is your favorite Buffalo Sabres memory? Also, in the second half of the show, Bauerle asks you, what medications are you on?By Audacy

A lot going on in today's program. First off, Bauerle brings a topic from last week into this week, have you ever been robbed? Whether it's your house, car or anything else. Then, the Sabres dropped the bombshell that Lindy Ruff will return for another stint behind the bench, do you like the move for the Sabres? Also, sprinkled in, Bauerle asks whe…

There's been a lot made about the high admission prices at the Buffalo Zoo, recently, but Bauerle takes aim at the Buffalo Zoo in the first half of the program for different reasons. Do you think it's time to do away with the Buffalo Zoo and others like it, due to zoos being cruel and unusual places where animals are held in captivity? Also, in the…

To open the program, Bauerle talks about a story out of the Yonkers Times about the Supreme Court of the United States accepting a case regarding the use of public, taxpayer funds to help pay for the Bills new stadium. The majority of the program, however, is aimed at what music genre/artist is king to you? And is there an artist that is widely ado…

New information has come to light in the curious case of Albert the Alligator, WKBW's I-Team obtained documents showing Albert's owner, Tony Cavallaro, made repeated attempts to contact the DEC between the expiration of his license for Albert, and the confiscation of Albert last month. Tony Cavallaro joins the program to give his thoughts on the ne…

Today's program was catalyzed by the Sabres announcing the firing of Head Coach Don Granato after just over three years, due to the team fell short of expectations, missing the playoffs and extending their league-record playoff drought to 13 seasons, which begs the question, have you ever found yourself in the position Granato currently finds himse…

In today's edition of the program, Bauerle has you play 'career counselor'. What would your advice to the youth be regarding their future, is it more wise to attend a four year school, or vocational school, which has become an increasingly popular choice, as enrollment in vocational programs jumped up 16% last year. Also, just how old is 'old'?…

Today's program deals with politeness and rudeness, have you noticed people have become increasingly rude as of late? Do you have specific examples of it?By Audacy

O.J. Simpson, a former Buffalo Bill, and former NFL MVP who became the first player to rush for over 2,000 yards in a season, known more ingloriously for being accused of the murders of his wife Nicole Brown-Simpson and her friend Ron Goldman, has died at the age of 76. With the news of O.J.'s passing, how will you remember O.J.? Did you ever have …

Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz has drawn some heat for his decision to take in Monday's solar eclipse from Ashtabula, Ohio, despite advising Erie County residents prior to the eclipse that the best place to view the eclipse would be at your home. What do you make of this, do you have a problem with the county executive skipping town to view t…

Now that the eclipse is part of history, today's program serves as the 'postgame show' if you will, recapping yesterdays happenings and hearing your thoughts on the eclipse. How was the experience for you, did you make any memories during the eclipse. Was it more than just an astronomical event for you, did it have a deeper religious/spiritual mean…

Today was the big day, listen as Bauerle takes you through the moments before, during, and after totality, with commentary from the WBEN news team and all the experts you need all along the way.By Audacy

Eclipse coverage continues in this edition of the program, as we hear once again from Tim Collins of the Buffalo Eclipse Consortium and astrologer Cassandra Joan Butler, but if you're all eclipse'd out, there's more today's program than that: With auto thefts seemingly on the rise, Bauerle wants to know, have you ever had a vehicle stolen or anythi…

Hear from Tim Collins of the Buffalo Eclipse Consortium, WBEN Brand Manager Lisa Polizzi for more about WBEN's wall-to-wall coverage of the Eclipse on Monday, and Ophthalmology Specialist Dr. Philip Niles on viewing the eclipse, as well as some more light hearted eclipse topics, like what song are you going to listen to during the eclipse?…

Lisa Polizzi, Brand Manager here at WBEN joins the program to tell you what you can expect on Monday with our eclipse coverage, which members of the WBEN news team are going to be where, what experts you can expect to hear, and more about our nonstop solar eclipse coverage.By Audacy

Tim Collins joins Bauerle to talk about Monday's eclipse, what you can expect as a viewer, as well as to answer your phone calls.By Audacy

We have talked about the eclipse a plentiful amount, but the one question yet to be asked...what are you doing for the eclipse? Have you any special plans, throwing a viewing party perhaps? Bauerle wants your telephone calls on your eclipse plans. Also in this program, hear from Cassandra Joan Butler about the astrology attached to the eclipse, and…

Bauerle's ex-wife and renowned astrologer Cassandra Joan Butler joins the show to talk about Monday's eclipse from an astrological perspective and how it will effect each astrological sign.By Audacy

Today's program was inspired by producer Tanner, who watched 'Blazing Saddles' for the first time this weekend, which came out 26 years before he was born. Is there a movie, or music, or a show like this for you? Came out well before your time, but once you were introduced to it, you realized it was really good?…

Bauerle returns and with the total solar eclipse being one week away from today, we're hearing about it now more than ever. Are you as tired of hearing about the eclipse as Bauerle is?By Audacy

Today, Beamer spends time on the news that the USPS will stay in Buffalo, and while on the USPS, is there any adjustments that could be made to the USPS? Beamer also touches on car washes, as yesterday was national car wash day, Poloncarz' displeasure with the Bills over PSLs, and what items do you collect?…

Beamer touches on a number of topics in today's program, a continuation of David Bellavia'a talk on social security, another example of the state taking money out of people's pockets instead of trimming the fat in government (new $15 toll to drive into Manhattan), what item's have become scarce in stores, what items have you been priced out of, and…

Today's program deals with the problem of illegal immigration, spurred by County Executive Mark Poloncarz' trip down to the southern border today. What are your thoughts, where do you stand on this issue?By Audacy

Today's program focuses primarily on the bridge collapse in Baltimore, what do you make of this incident? Do you have a fear of bridges, what bridges in Western New York are the worst? Also, Beamer spends some time on Station 12 and the St. Bonaventure NIT controversyBy Audacy

Joe Beamer, filling in for Bauerle, starts out by speaking to a handful of landlords on just how difficult it is to be a landlord in New York State these days and the idea of squatters rights. Also, Beamer touches on a bill recently signed by Governor DeSantis of Florida that will bar children under age 14 from having social media accounts and will…

On the program today, Bauerle poses two questions to you: after waking up this morning at 5 a.m. thinking it was 5 p.m., and panicking that he'd slept through his show, has this happened to you? Have you ever thought you'd overslept for something and sheer panic set in? Also, shortly before the death of his mother, Bauerle received what he believed…

Today's program deals with two topics, first and foremost, have you any special plans for the eclipse on April 8th? Do you even get the hype about the eclipse? Also, after discovering yet another new gratuity, the kitchen appreciation fee, Bauerle revisits tipping. Have you encountered the kitchen appreciation fee at the restaurants you frequent, a…

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Reese on the Radio, pinch hitting for Bauerle today, talks with Attorney John Elmore about the civil suit filed against several social media companies by the 10 families who lost loved ones and survivors of the racially charged shooting at Tops in May of 2022.By Audacy

In the first half to today's program, Bauerle talks 'Cabrini', have you seen it? If so, did you love it, did you hate it, what would you rate it? Were you an extra in it (like Tom, although he didn't make the final cut) or did you know someone who was an extra in it? Also, today is National Certified Nurses Day, so Bauerle wants to hear from nurses…

Bauerle continues with the story of Albert the alligator in today's program, including an interview with Tony Cavallaro, the owner of Albert, as well as your calls. What should justice look like in this situation?By Audacy

The owner of Albert the alligator, Tony Cavallaro, joins the program to discuss what life has been like for him since the confiscation of his pet alligator Albert, the rumors about Albert's health, and even answer your calls with any questions/comments you have for him on the matter.By Audacy

Today's installation of the program revolves around the tale of 'Albert the alligator', a 34-year old, 750-pound reptile who was confiscated from his owner Tony's residence in Hamburg on Wednesday. Should Albert have been taken from his residence in the first place and should he be returned?By Audacy

There was a new wrinkle added to the Hamburg School District layoff situation today, as students staged a walkout today in response to the layoffs. We talk about this today on the program, even hearing from some students who participated in the walkouts.By Audacy

Ken Chase of Conservative Tours joins the show to discuss more of what's on the itinerary for Bauerle's trip to Germany coming up in early September.By Audacy

Bauerle makes his long awaited return and takes your calls on the layoffs in the Hamburg School District. What do you make of these? Also, were you at last night's board meeting?By Audacy

Today's program is very education-centric. Beginning with the layoffs of 16 teachers in the Hamburg School District, what do you make of this? And general, how has education changed over the years? Also, hear from Steven Nurkin of Roswell Park about the rise of cancer diagnoses in young adults.By Audacy

With today marking the four year anniversary (roughly) of when the COVID lockdowns began, Beamer does a little re-visiting of that time. Also, in the second half of the program, he talks location sharing in relationships, is it practical, romantic, or controlling?By Audacy

To start out the show, Claudia Tenney joins Beamer to give her thoughts on last night's State of the Union address, and he takes your thoughts as well. In addition to that, what are your stories of incomplete home or auto repairs, and have you ever learned to fix anything yourself by simply watching a tutorial video on YouTube?…

Today Beamer talks about the recommended raises for certain Erie County officials, the Amherst assessments, tonight's State of the Union address, and what weird food/drink combos do you enjoy?By Audacy

Beamer in again for Bauerle, talks a little politics in more ways than one, now that Super Tuesday has come and go, what is the most important issue on the ballot for you? And what advice would you give for people who are tired of talking politics? Also, he talks about a study that touches on the environmental impact of EVs, and where are potholes …

Joe Beamer, filling in for Bauerle talks with meteorologist Aaron Mentkowski about the unseasonably warm weather we've experienced this week, 'Cabrini' casting director Frank Rossi ahead of the release of the film on Friday, and Tim Collins of the Buffalo Eclipse Consortium, while also taking your phone calls. Where are some of the best places you …

Tim Collins of the Buffalo Eclipse Consortium joins the program with Beamer to talk as we draw closer to the total solar eclipse on April 8th.By Audacy

Frank Rossi, the casting director for 'Cabrini' joins the show with Beamer to talk about the movie ahead of release on Friday, and will we be able to spot Bauerle in the film as an extra?By Audacy

Joe Beamer, filling in for Bauerle today, brings on meteorologist Aaron Mentkowski of WKBW to talk about some of the record high temperatures we've seen already this week which begs the question, is winter in WNY done already?By Audacy