Vox Pop
Vox Pop is WAMC's live call-in talk program. Host Ray Graf welcomes guests with expertise in areas ranging from astronomy and birding to taxes and cooking. Our experts take questions posed by WAMC listeners. 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 1-800-348-2551 (1-800-34TALK-1)Email voxpop@wamc.org during the showTweet us @WAMCVoxPopYou can subscribe to the podcast here: iTunes, Spotify, Pandora, or wherever you listen to your podcasts! Coming up on Vox Pop...
Medical Monday 11/3/25: Orthopedic Surgery with Dr. Adel Mahjoub
We welcome Dr. Adel Mahjoub of St. Peter’s Orthopedics, a practice of St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates. Ray Graf hosts.
Food Friday 10/31/25: Plant-based cuisine with Wendy Grossman
We welcome back Chef Wendy Grossman of Wendy's Vegetarian Kitchen to share the secrets of splendid plant-based dining. Ray Graf hosts.
Science Forum 10/30/25
Is something in the physical world puzzling you? Our scientific experts are back to answer your questions. Ray Graf hosts.
Pets and Vets with Dr. Carrie O'Loughlin 10/29/25
Back with us to take your pet health questions is Dr. Carrie O’Loughlin. Ray Graf hosts.
Real Estate with Renata and Alex 10/28/25
Are you getting ready to buy or sell a home? We welcome back real estate pro's Alexander Monticello and Renata Lewis to answer your questions. Ray Graf hosts.
Medical Monday 10/27/25: Breast health with Dr. Lynn Choi
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We talk breast health and surgery with Dr. Lynn Choi of Albany Medical College. Ray Graf hosts.
Food Friday 10/24/25: Baking with Chef Gail Sokol
Chef Gail Sokol is back to teach us how to make a Pumpkin Shaped Sourdough Bread Centerpiece. Ray Graf hosts.
Astronomy with Bob Berman and Dr. Valerie Rapson 10/23/25
Astronomers Bob Berman and Dr. Valerie Rapson join us to discuss recent space news and answer your questions. Ray Graf hosts.
Physical Therapy with Matthew Goodemote 10/22/25
Physical therapist Matthew Goodemote joins us to answer your questions. Ray Graf hosts.
Birding with Rich Guthrie and Julie Hart 10/21/25
We missed their usual spot in the schedule because of the fund drive. A little juggling and here they are! Julie Hart and Rich Guthrie are back to answer your birding questions. Ray Graf hosts.
Medical Monday 10/20/25: General & Robotic Surgery with Dr. Smadar Bogardus
We welcome Dr. Smadar Bogardus of Troy Surgical Associates to take your questions related to surgery and laparoscopy. Ray Graf hosts.
Food Friday 10/17/25: The Power of Cookbooks with Haley Whalen and Alexandra Stafford
According to our guests, cookbooks are not just tools for the kitchen, but also cultural objects people want to buy, gift, and gather around. We're joined by best selling cookbook author Alexandra Stafford and Haley Whalen from Arthur's Market. Ray Graf hosts.
Gardening 10/16/25
The pros are back to answer your gardening questions. Ray Graf hosts.
Computers with Tony Yang 10/15/25
We welcome back Tony Yang of Gig Computers to offer advice and answer your computer and tech questions. Ray Graf hosts.
Automotive Repair with Gordon Fricke 10/14/25
Gordon Fricke is back to help you get your wheels ready for cold weather driving. Ray Graf hosts.
Medical Monday 10/13/25: Podiatry with Dr. Douglas Tumen
Dr. Douglas Tumen of Hudson Valley Foot Associates joins us to take your foot health questions. Ray Graf hosts.
Food Friday 10/10/25: John Fischer speaks on a vague topic that he just made up
Imagine that! WAMC's October 2026 ended so fast (shout out to our members) that your Food Friday host/producer didn't have a show booked. Retired CIA prof John Fischer was quickly called into service. He may have been feverish, or maybe he had just awakened from his afternoon nap. Whatever the reason, the esteemed food, wine, mixology and cheese expert ranted about doing a Food Friday concerning "Hudson Valley beers and gas station convenience food." What the blue blazes?
Food Friday 10/3/25: BBQ Summit 2
We welcome back Russ Matson of All American BBQ and Bill Fletcher from Fletcher's BBQ Shop and Steakhouse. These two experts will unlock the secrets of barbecue from around our great nation. Ray Graf hosts.
Gardening 10/2/25
The green thumb gang is back to take your gardening questions. Ray Graf hosts.
Virology with Dr. Eric Yager 10/1/25
Cold and flu season is back. This is a good time to check in with our favorite virologist, Dr. Eric Yager of the Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Ray Graf hosts.
