I Live Here Westchester NY
“I Live Here” is a hyperlocal podcast that explores the stories, people, and events shaping life in Westchester, NY. Each episode dives into what’s happening across our towns and neighborhoods—highlighting small businesses, community voices, local culture, and can’t-miss happenings. Whether you’ve lived here forever or just moved in, this podcast keeps you connected to the place you call home.
Episodes
33 episodes
The Westchester Brief 1.26.26: Housing Wars in Irvington & Indian Point’s Nuclear Comeback
This week on the Westchester Weekly Brief, two stories dominate the conversation—and both reveal how local decisions can ripple far beyond village lines.First, we look at Irvington’s proposed North Broadway housing development, a 53-unit...
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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5:28
Gas Ban Delayed, Transit Fares Up, and Sumo Hits White Plains
This week on The Westchester Brief:A statewide gas hookup ban for new buildings has been delayed by a federal court challenge. We break down what that means for developers, climate goals, and building costs in Westchester.MTA...
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Season 1
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Episode 31
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5:13
Child Care, Wages, and Leaf Blowers — The Westchester Brief 1.12.26
This week on The Westchester Brief, host Jim Jockle breaks down three policy developments that may seem unrelated — but together point to a larger shift in the cost and texture of everyday life in Westchester County.First...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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4:24
Courage, Service, and the Fight for NY-17: A Conversation with Cait Conley
In this episode of I Live Here Westchester, host Jim Jockle sits down with Cait Conley, a fourth-generation Hudson Valley native, Special Operations combat veteran, and candidate for Congress in New York’s 17th District — one of the mo...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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38:27
The Westchester Brief 1.6.26: The Budget, the Watershed, and AI robots and Recycling
n this episode of The Westchester Brief, we step away from the headlines and focus on the quieter decisions shaping life in Westchester County.This week’s brief looks at three developments that reveal how local and regional syst...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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5:09
The Rye Polar Plunge: Cold Water, Community, and a New Year Tradition
Episode Title: What started as a New Year’s Day dare has become one of Westchester’s most enduring community traditions.In this episode of I Live Here Westchester, host Jim Jockle sits down with Ken Harris
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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22:44
The Westchester Brief 12.29.25 — Following the Money, Transit Access, and the Crocodiles
Most of the biggest decisions affecting Westchester aren’t announced — they’re approved quietly.In this week’s Westchester Brief, we step back from the headlines and focus on three stories that reveal how systems are actually wo...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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5:41
Budget Priorities, Police Wellness, and a Local-First Holiday Shift — The Westchester Brief, Dec 22
In this week’s episode of The Westchester Brief, host Jim Jockle breaks down three under-the-radar developments that will shape life across Westchester heading into 2026.First, a look at how recently finalized county budget and ...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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4:48
Encore Episode: The Untold Story Behind New York’s Most Iconic Christmas Displays
We’re bringing back one of the most-loved episodes of I Live Here Westchester — a deep dive into the story, scale, and spirit behind American Christmas, the powerhouse responsible for some of the most iconic holiday displays in ...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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18:39
What Women Want (For the Holidays)
In this hilarious and surprisingly insightful holiday episode of I Live Here Westchester, host Jim Jockle sits down with an all-star expert panel whose credentials are simple and irrefutable:They are women, and<...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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31:05
"Ellie Morelli and the Pack” with Author Angelique Morelli
In this heartwarming episode of I Live Here Westchester, host Jim Jockle sits down with author Angelique Morelli to celebrate the release of her debut children’s book, Ellie Morelli and the Pack Unleash Their Superpowers. Insp...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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18:59
Designing for Everyone: Carlos Martinez on Universal Design and the Future of Accessible Housing
In this episode of I Live Here Westchester, host Jim Jockle sits down with Carlos Martinez, Executivr Director of BRIDGES, a nonprofit dedicated to advancing independence and inclusion for peopl...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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29:15
50 Years of Giving: Laura Rossi & Cindy Kanusher on Philanthropy, Justice, and the Power of Community in Westchester
In this special episode of I Live Here Westchester, host Jim Jockle sits down with Laura Rossi, Vice President for Westchester at The New York Community Trust, and Cindy Kanusher, Exe...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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32:50
Building Generational Wealth: Ashley Britton on Legacy Planning and Financial Empowerment in Westchester
In this episode of I Live Here Westchester, host Jim Jockle talks with Ashley Britton, Program Manager of the Mount Vernon Financial Empowerment Center — a groundbreaking local initiative helping Westchester residents take control ...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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26:42
Protecting the Arc of Life: Tibi Guzman on the Human Cost of Governement Funding Cuts
In this powerful episode of I Live Here Westchester, host Jim Jockle sits down with Tibi Guzman, Executive Director & CEO of The Arc Westchester, the county’s largest ...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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23:19
Could You Patent the Sun? Robert Galinsky on Art, Ethics & the Power of Giving
What happens when creativity meets conscience? In this episode of I Live Here Westchester, host Jim Jockle sits down with actor, writer, and activist Robert Galinsky to discuss his powerful new solo theate...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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18:14
RevFest 250: Westchester’s Revolutionary Celebration with Natasha Caputo
Westchester is gearing up for one of its most exciting events in years: RevFest 250. In this episode of I Live Here Westchester, host Jim Jockle sits down with Natasha Caputo, Director of Westchester County Tourism & ...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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19:35
NS Lifestyles: Fashion, Food, and Finding Joy with Nicole Steinthal
What does it take to turn a personal passion into a trusted lifestyle brand with tens of thousands of followers? In this episode of I Live Here Westchester, host Jim Jockle sits down with Nicole Steinthal, founder of
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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19:04
Insurance, Community, and Resilience: A Conversation with Weezie Mullaly
How do you go from dialing numbers out of the Yellow Pages to leading one of Westchester’s most successful insurance agencies? In this episode, host Jim Jockle sits down with Weezie Mullaly, owner of the Weezie Mullaly Insurance Agency a...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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29:28
Back to School, Back to Balance: Dr. Alec Miller on Mental Health in Westchester
As Westchester families prepare for back-to-school, mental health is top of mind. In this episode, host Jim Jockle sits down with Dr. Alec Miller, co-founder of the Access Psychology Foundation, to talk about how we can better support ki...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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29:31
The Friday Five - August 7, 2025
This week’s headlines are a mix of accountability, investment, and caution as we cover:Childcare Corruption Scandal – A senior county audit clerk faces felony charges after allegedly soliciting bribes from daycare providers.<...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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2:52
Building an Inclusive Westchester – A Conversation with Barry Clark of The Arc
Episode Summary:In this week’s episode of I Live Here Westchester, host Jim Jockle sits down with Barry Clark, Executive Director of The Arc Westchester Foundation. Barry shares his unique perspective as both a nonprofit lea...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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22:34
Friday Five – Playland Stays Public, Beeline Bus Fare Reform, Mohegan Lake Reopens, and Weekend Picks (Aug 2–4)
Welcome to the Friday Five—your five-minute, fast-track update on the biggest stories and best things to do in Westchester County. I'm your host, Jim Jockle, and this week’s episode covers:Playland Park Victory – The coun...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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3:07
Living Art: Landscaping Legacy and Innovation with Val Morano
In this episode of I Live Here: Westchester, host Jim Jockle welcomes Val Sagliocco, the third-generation visionary behind The Morano Group, a full-service landscape design firm rooted in tradition and driven by innovation.Val s...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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37:20
Neighborhood Notes: Lessons from Westchester’s Frontlines
In this special recap episode, host Jim Jockle hits pause to reflect on the first slate of I Live Here Westchester—what we’ve learned, what surprised us, and what made us laugh out loud. From deepfake scams to Christmas displays, real ...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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3:44