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:Friday, November 21Food Friday: Best Cookbooks '25 with Pam Abrams and Annette TomeiMonday, November 24Medical Monday: Preventive Cardiology with Dr. Sunny IntwalaTuesday, November 25Climate Change/Green Energy Tech with Dan DelureyWednesday, November 26Science ForumThursday, November 27No Show - Happy ThanksgivingFriday, November 28No showMonday, December 1Medical Monday: Bariatric Surgery with Dr. Samuel HykinTuesday, December 2Birding with Rich Guthrie and Julie HartWednesday, December 3Home Improvement with Darren TracyThursday, December 4Pets and Vets with Dr. Carrie O'LoughlinFriday, December 5Food Friday: Baking with Chef Gail Sokol

Astronomy with Bob Berman and Dr. Valerie Rapson 11/20/25

Astronomers Bob Berman and Dr. Valerie Rapson join us to discuss recent space news and answer your questions. Ray Graf hosts.

11-20
50:05

Trains and model railroads 11/19/25

Train experts Jeff Stedge, Doug Bafaro and John Basile return to talk about model railroads and the real thing. Ray Graf hosts.

11-19
51:29

Automotive maintenance and repair with Gordon Fricke 11/18/25

Gordon Fricke is back to offer tips to keep your wheels running smoothly.

11-18
49:15

Medical Monday 11/17/25: Nephrology with Dr. Kelly Beers

We welcome Dr. Kelly Beers, a nephrologist at Albany Medical Center. She is the medical director of Albany Med’s new Glomerular Disease Center. Ray Graf hosts.

11-17
49:18

Food Friday 11/14/25: Pie with Ellen Gray

For your host's money, we are entering Pie Season. Our guest feels that every day is Pie Season. We must defer to the expert. Ellen Gray is back to dish on all things pie. Ray Graf hosts.

11-14
47:21

Gardening 11/13/25

Here it is, our final gardening show for 2025! The gang returns to Studio A to answer your gardening questions. Ray Graf hosts.

11-13
50:20

Pets and Vets 11/12/25

We welcome back Dr. Susan Sikule of the Just Cats Veterinary Clinic in Guilderland and Mechanicville and Dr. Kris Dallas of Ancient Arts Holistic Veterinary Services in Saratoga Springs. Ray Graf hosts.

11-12
50:09

Medical Monday 11/10/25: Dermatology with Dr. Alexis Perlmutter

We welcome Dr. Alexis Perlmutter of Perlmutter Dermatology, a physician-owned, private practice in Delmar, New York. Dr. Perlmutter specializes in both Pediatric and Adult Dermatology, as well as Dermatology Surgery. Ray Graf hosts.

11-10
46:16

Food Friday 11/7/25: Healthy Eating with Holly Shelowitz

We welcome back Holly Shelowitz to discuss healthy foods that taste great and can make us feel better. Ray Graf hosts.

11-07
49:08

Tax Planning with Judy Cahee and Dawn Doherty 11/6/25

We welcome back Judy Cahee and Dawn Doherty of BST and Co. to help your end of year tax planning. Ray Graf hosts.

11-06
50:12

Copyright Forum 11/5/25

Our panel of experts is back to help you protect your intellectual property. Bill Westwood, Polly Law and Paul Rapp join us to take your calls. Ray Graf hosts.

11-05
49:58

Birding with Rich Guthrie and Julie Hart 11/4/25

The bird experts are back in the nest. Julie Hart and Rich Guthrie return to Studio A to answer your questions. Ray Graf hosts.

11-04
49:42

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.

11-03
48:41

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.

10-31
49:01

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.

10-30
51:32

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.

10-29
48:03

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.

10-28
49:09

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.

10-27
46:03

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.

10-24
49:10

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.

10-23
49:14

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