Good News York: Celebrating 50 Episodes and Highlighting Local Growth In this lively episode of Good News York, hosts Matt Masur and Mike Brindisi celebrate the show's upcoming 50th episode while engaging in their signature banter. They discuss a variety of topics, including comparisons to Mark McGrath, local business successes, and recent achievements in sports. The episode covers the emergence of a significant sponsor, reaching over half a million views on social media, and the importance of consistency in content creation. Conversations also touch on local pride events and community activities, such as the New York State Fair's Pride Day lineup and the Syracuse Mets' Pride Night. The hosts share amusing anecdotes about personal experiences, guest interactions, and their love for traditional wings versus boneless wings. Finally, the episode highlights notable regional economic growth, drawing attention to counties like Broome, which has shown impressive pay increases. The hosts reflect on community support and encourage continued local engagement. 00:00 Introduction and Host Banter 01:26 Official Sponsor Announcement 02:49 Heart Attack and Work Ethic 04:18 Podcast Milestone: Episode 50 05:21 Growth Mode Content Success 06:27 Consistency is Key 10:44 Listener Engagement and Feedback 18:23 Local News Highlights 25:11 Weather Complaints and Bitching Culture 25:40 Syracuse's Crown Plaza Hotel Transformation 27:18 Pay Growth in Upstate New York 32:12 Celebrating Pride Month in New York 34:35 Syracuse Mets and Community Events 35:41 Competitive Eating and Wing Debates 42:37 Concluding Thoughts and Wing Preferences