Best Rhetorical Answers Podcasts (2024)

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What do you identify as...politically? (9-4-24 Full Show) 2:14:33

26m ago2:14:33

2:14:33

On the 61st birthday special, Bauerle asks you, what do you identify as politically, and how did you come to the political leanings that you have today?

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What should the policy be regarding cell phones in schools? ((-3-24 Full Show) 2:16:10

31m ago2:16:10

2:16:10

With today being the first day of school for many Western New York children, the topic of cell phones in schools made a reappearance on the program. What should the policy be regarding cell phones in schools?

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Follow up on corrections officers (8-30-24 Full Show) 2:16:07

4d ago2:16:07

2:16:07

Today's program is a follow up on a show done just over two weeks ago as of the posting of this episode on correction's officers. Apparently, New York State Governor Kathy Hochul was made aware of that program, but nothing has changed. Corrections officers: where does your life stand right now? Is the current administration listening to your compla…

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Have you ever had food poisoning? (8-29-24 Full Show) 2:20:53

6d ago2:20:53

2:20:53

This topic was brought on by WBEN's David Bellavia touching on the story of a listeria outbreak tied to Boar's Head deli meat that has been linked to nine deaths as of the posting of this episode. You may not have contracted listeria, but have you ever come down with a foodborne illness, and if so, what did you eat that did it to you?…

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8-28-24 Full Show 2:17:57

6d ago2:17:57

2:17:57

Today, we continue to tackle the issue of smart meters, including speaking with Shelby Cohen (Director of NY Communications for NYSEG), Nancy Zurell (Senior Manager of Tech Projects & Project Manager Operations Lead for NYS Smart Meter Project), and Angie Capps (Manager of meter services) to answer your questions.…

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Shelby Cohen, Nancy Zurell, & Angie Capps of NYSEG answer your questions 35:06

6d ago35:06

35:06

In light of the smart meter topic that was discussed on Monday, we are joined by Shelby Cohen (Director of NY Communications for NYSEG), Nancy Zurell (Senior Manager of Tech Projects & Project Manager Operations Lead for NYS Smart Meter Project), and Angie Capps (Manager of meter services) join the show to answer your questions and address your con…

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Jon Grayson for Bauerle (8-27-24 Full Show) 2:27:32

7d ago2:27:32

2:27:32

Jon Grayson pinch hits for Bauerle today, covering a number of topics, including the Bills roster cuts, as well as special guest appearances from actor Robbie Rist and comedian John EarlyBy Audacy

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Do you have a NYSEG Smart Meter? (8-26-24 Full Show) 2:17:13

8d ago2:17:13

2:17:13

After many requests from NYSEG customers to talk about this topic, Bauerle talks to you about the NYSEG Smart Meters. Do you have one? If so, have you seen a corresponding rate increase? Has your experience with it been generally positive or negative?By Audacy

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8-23-24 Full Show 2:15:08

11d ago2:15:08

2:15:08

The lion's share of today's program deals with Robert Kennedy Jr's decision to suspend his presidential campaign and endorse former President Trump. How do you think this will impact the election? Also, are there any items that you collect?By Audacy

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Have you ever had your car stolen? (8-22-24 Full Show) 2:14:33

12d ago2:14:33

2:14:33

Today's show is all about thefts. Have you ever had anything ripped off of your car, or had the whole thing stolen?By Audacy

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How is the care at the VA? (8-21-24 Full Show) 2:15:21

13d ago2:15:21

2:15:21

After learning yesterday of the dismissal of two top officials at the Buffalo VA over alleged mistreatment of veterans, Bauerle turns to those of you who have had dealings with the VA to ask, how is the care provided by the VA?By Audacy

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What's the worst job you've ever had? (8-20-24 Full Show) 2:20:09

14d ago2:20:09

2:20:09

After having recently done a full show on corrections officers and the horrors they face on the daily basis, it got Bauerle thinking, what are some of the worst job you've ever been in?By Audacy

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What could be done to improve Buffalo's waterfront? (8-19-24 Full Show) 2:21:29

15d ago2:21:29

2:21:29

Spurred by an X post from our own Tim Wenger comparing Buffalo's waterfront to that of Erie, PA and saying Buffalo could learn a lot from Erie in that regard, Bauerle wants to know what your ideas are in regard to sprucing up Buffalo's waterfront.By Audacy

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8-16-24 Full Show 2:22:43

18d ago2:22:43

2:22:43

Today on the program, we talk social media, are you in or out on social media? Also we all have them, whether we want to admit it or not, but this program is your chance to confess, what is your favorite guilty pleasure song?By Audacy

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What can we do to help our corrections officers? (8-15-24 Full Show) 2:17:20

19d ago2:17:20

2:17:20

Being a corrections officer is a thankless job, and now, more light is being shone on the increasing dangers of the job. Three corrections officers were hospitalized after a chemical exposure at the Collins Correctional facility earlier this week, the second similar incident has taken place in the same facility over the past ten days. What can we d…

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Oops! All Project Cars (with guest Alex) 1:44:13

2h ago1:44:13

1:44:13

We brought on Alex (for_the_animals) to talk about his experience racing in the 24 Hours of Lemons, but we had too much fun talking about our project cars and ran out of time. Please buy our old cars, we're running out of parking spaces. Email us with tips, stories, and unhinged rants: carsandcomrades@gmail.com // Our social media links etc: www.li…

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What's the strangest coincidence that has happened to you? (8-14-24 Full Show) 2:14:50

20d ago2:14:50

2:14:50

Today's program is always a popular one when done, coincidences. After playing a certain song in his car and hearing it in a restaurant the next day, Bauerle wants to hear from you, what are some strange coincidences you've experienced in your life?By Audacy

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In what areas are you very/not very smart? (8-13-24 Full Show) 2:11:56

21d ago2:11:56

2:11:56

Everybody has fields/disciplines they are more adept in than others. In today's episode, Bauerle wants to hear from you, in what areas are you very apt in, and what areas are you deficient in? For example, you may be able to quote Shakespeare like that back of your hand, but can't change the oil in your car. What are the areas of expertise or lack …

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Episode 23: Soft Takes on Taking Breaks 6:36

3h ago6:36

6:36

Taking breaks, such a favorite topic of mine, and also one of the hardest things for me to do. So it's well deserving of some soft takes. It can grant perspective, it respects your energy, and it's great practice if you're self-care challenged. Also, two bits of news! One: I'm taking a short break from future episodes, and will be back to recording…

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Do you take any supplements? (8-12-24 Full Show) 2:15:42

22d ago2:15:42

2:15:42

Today's program revisits a topic that hasn't been done in awhile but was popular last go around, spurred by a caller's recommendation of chanca piedra to deal with kidney stones, it's supplements. Do you take any supplements? What ailments do you use them to deal with?By Audacy

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8-9-24 Full Show 2:17:11

26d ago2:17:11

2:17:11

On the program today, we begin with a topic that was explored earlier in the week, cell phones in schools, what do you think can be done about this issue? And we it being Friday and a prime time to have a little fun, what is your go to funny movie?By Audacy

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8-8-24 Full Show 2:19:36

27d ago2:19:36

2:19:36

We start out the show hearing from Joe Beamer on location at the Erie County Fair, but the fair talk doesn't stop there, are you much of a fairgoer these days? And if not, why is that, has it gotten too expensive? Also, we have a little fun in the final hour of the program. What is your best corny, and FCC friendly, joke?…

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Episode 22: Soft Takes on Getting By 5:41

19d ago5:41

5:41

Getting By is downright admirable, even though it isn't sexy, it's the stuff life is made of. I think we could all be a bit softer on ourselves for getting by, and maybe even find pride in it.By Evan Dumas

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8-7-24 Full Show 2:20:40

28d ago2:20:40

2:20:40

Cassandra Joan Butler joins the show in the first half of the program to read your astrological signs and in the second half of the program, a topic spawned by a call Bauerle received from Betty Jean Grant correcting him on the pronunciation of the first name of Kamala Harris, do you have a first or last name that people often screw up the pronunci…

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Cassandra Joan Butler does your astrological readings 1:17:26

28d ago1:17:26

1:17:26

Renowned astrologer and ex-wife #1 Cassandra Joan Butler joins the show to take your calls and do your astrological readingsBy Audacy

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8-6-24 Full Show 2:21:19

29d ago2:21:19

2:21:19

We continue to bring you the voices of the experts in the immediate aftermath of yesterday's severe weather in WNY, whether it's talking tree removal with Jeff Tomaro of AJ's Tree Service, homeowners insurance with Mike Sperrazza of 'The Financial Guys' or potential property damage with Dominic Cortese. Also, in the final hour of the program, we ta…

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Dominic Cortese 14:31

29d ago14:31

14:31

Your man for home improvements, Dominic Cortese, joins the show to discuss property damage after yesterday's severe weather and answer any questions you may have about your own property.By Audacy

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Mike Sperrazza answers your homeowners insurance questions 38:37

29d ago38:37

38:37

Mike Sperrazza of 'The Financial Guys joins the show to discuss all things homeowners insurance in the aftermath of yesterday's tornado and answer any questions you may have regarding your homeowners insuranceBy Audacy

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Jeff Tomaro - AJs Tree Service 16:32

29d ago16:32

16:32

In the wake of yesterday's tornado, Jeff Tomaro of AJs Tree Service joins the show to talk about what life has been like for them since the tornado, the delicate art of tree removal, and what cautions homeowners can take to avoid damage to their home from trees.By Audacy

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Episode 21: Soft Takes on Quitting 5:38

14d ago5:38

5:38

Stopping is hard, and telling ourselves it's quitting is harder. But it's a good skill to learn, and I've got some soft takes to make it easier.By Evan Dumas

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8-5-24 Full Show - breaking storm coverage 2:13:29

1M ago2:13:29

2:13:29

Hear all of today's coverage of the EF1 tornado that touched down on the lower west side of Buffalo this afternoon. Hear from Mayor Byron Brown, Buffalo Department of Public Works Commissioner Nate Marton, and meteorologist Andy Parker among others, and your phone calls as we bring you all that latest on today's severe weather that swept across Wes…

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Nate Marton - DPW Commissioner 11:53

1M ago11:53

11:53

Commissioner for the Department of Public Works for the City of Buffalo Nate Marton joins the show to discuss today's severe weather in Western New York, what is was like surveying the scene, providing some insight on the clean up process, and more.By Audacy

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Andy Parker on the tornado in downtown Buffalo 34:01

1M ago34:01

34:01

Meteorologist Andy Parker joins the program to discuss the tornado that reportedly touched down on the Lower West Side of Buffalo, talking why a warning wasn't issued, when was last time that part of the region experienced something like this, updates on another cell passing through the area, and more.…

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Mayor Brown provides an update on reported tornado in Buffalo 6:28

1M ago6:28

6:28

Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown joins the program to provide an update on a tornado that reportedly touched down along Buffalo's Lower West Side this afternoon.By Audacy

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8-1-24 Full Show 2:13:27

1M ago2:13:27

2:13:27

On the program today, Bauerle covers a story out of the Olympics where female Itlaian boxer Angela Carini withdrew from a match just 46 seconds in against Algerian competitor Imane Khelif, who had previously been barred from competing in the 2023 world championships after failing an unspecified gender eligibility test. What are your thoughts on thi…

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Episode 20: Soft Takes on Satisfaction 5:48

16d ago5:48

5:48

What even is satisfaction? And can you get it without buying things? Short answer is yes, but listen for the soft takes anyways.By Evan Dumas

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What's the strangest/nastiest thing you've found in food? (7-31-24 Full Show) 2:18:15

1M ago2:18:15

2:18:15

Prompted by the story of a Getzville woman who found blood in a Burger King meal, Bauerle takes your calls on the strangest or nastiest things you've ever found in restaurant or name brand food.By Audacy

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7-30-24 Full Show 2:18:27

1M ago2:18:27

2:18:27

On today's program, Tom covers the story on the black bear loose in Amherst and takes your calls on your wildest interactions with wild life.By Audacy

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Episode 19: Soft Takes on Caring 5:34

14d ago5:34

5:34

We can't care all the time about all the things, so how can we find our care when we've run out? Let me offer some soft takes on the topic.By Evan Dumas

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Will JD Vance remain Trump's VP? (7-29-24 Full Show) 2:24:00

1M ago2:24:00

2:24:00

Today's program deals with weather or not Trump will keep JD Vance as his vice president as he is polling remarkably low following the RNC.By Audacy

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7-26-24 Full Show 2:20:07

1M ago2:20:07

2:20:07

Today's program deals with the unfolding situation in Jamestown, where a State of Emergency has been declared due to around 300 unauthorized people camping on public and private land in the city. We hear from some State Senator George Borrello, some Jamestown residents on how they feel about the situation, and some people who had recently been or w…

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State Senator George Borrello - Jamestown homeless camps 19:48

1M ago19:48

19:48

New York State Senator George Borrello joins the show to discuss the situation unfolding in the City of Jamestown, which has now declared a State of Emergency due to around 300 unauthorized people camping on public and private land throughout the city.By Audacy

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Do you love or hate talking politics? (7-25-24 Full Show) 2:16:41

1M ago2:16:41

2:16:41

There has been no shortage of political talk this past month or so, how does that make you feel? Are you the type to welcome and revel in political discussion, or do you avoid it al all costs?By Audacy

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Episode 18: Soft Takes on Play 5:35

1M ago5:35

5:35

No matter the age, play is important. It's taking back our values and giving ourselves challenges just for the heck of it. Maybe you're already good at having play in your life, if not, these soft takes are for you.By Evan Dumas

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7-24-2 Full Show 2:24:55

1M ago2:24:55

2:24:55

Today's program asks you, if you were the President, what would be first on your agenda? In other words, what is the most pressing issue facing this country right now? Also, what does the American Dream look like these days?By Audacy

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If the election were tomorrow, who would win? (7-23-24 Full Show) 2:19:58

1M ago2:19:58

2:19:58

Joe Biden has officially dropped out from the race for the White House, but should he take it step further and resign before the end of his term? Also, if the election were held tomorrow, who would win?By Audacy

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Episode 17: Soft Takes on the Future 5:42

1M ago5:42

5:42

I know the future can stress me out some times, so here's some soft takes on how to find hope and compassion for ourselves as the future unfolds.By Evan Dumas

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Biden drops out - what is the future for the Democrats? (7-22-24 Full Show) 2:21:19

1M ago2:21:19

2:21:19

Joe Biden has made it official - he will not seek re-election in 2024, he announced yesterday. Now that Biden's bid for re-election is officially over, who do you think will take his place as the nominee? Will it be Vice President Harris or somebody else?By Audacy

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7-19-24 Full Show 2:15:04

2M ago2:15:04

2:15:04

We continue asking you on the program your thoughts on Joe Biden's future amid the ramping up of calls for Biden to step down from his current position, including from members of his own party. Also, what did you think of Donald Trump's speech at the Republican National convention last night?By Audacy

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Will Joe Biden be the Democratic nominee for President? (7-18-24 Full Show) 2:18:37

2M ago2:18:37

2:18:37

Now that a lot of the dust has settled regarding the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, much of the focus has returned to President Joe Biden and the uncertainty regarding his future, with calls reportedly mounting from voices within his own party for him to step aside. Do you think Biden will end up being the nominee for the…

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