The Roundtable

You may not immediately recognize Billy West’s name, but you’ve almost certainly heard his voice. From his early work on The Howard Stern Show to Futurama’s Fry, Professor Farnsworth, and Dr. Zoidberg and the outrageous characters of The Ren & Stimpy Show, West has helped define generations of animation.But behind those unforgettable voices is a remarkable personal story. In his new memoir, 'Voice-A-Versa: Finding My Voice(s) Behind the Mic,' West reflects on his childhood, personal struggles, and the unlikely journey that made him one of the most versatile performers in entertainment.

The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are:Theresa Bourgeois - Public policy and communications expert.Judith Enck - a senior fellow and faculty member in the Center for the Advancement of Public Action at Bennington College. She is the President of Beyond Plastics and former EPA Regional Administrator. Judith is co-author of the book The Problem with Plastic.Aaron Pacitti - Siena University Professor of Economics.We are also joined by Aislinn McGaughey and Christian Benz. Who are Economics majors from Siena University's Federal Reserve Challenge team.

Sir Walter Ralegh was an explorer, soldier, poet, courtier and political operator - a man whose extraordinary rise and spectacular fall captured the ambitions and contradictions of Elizabethan England.In 'Sir Walter Ralegh: The Renaissance Man and His Roles,' acclaimed scholar Stephen Greenblatt examines how Ralegh carefully fashioned his public identity, turning his own turbulent life into a kind of performance.

Dr. Beth Ricanati is a board-certified internist who has spent her career exploring the connections between everyday habits, stress, and well-being. In her award-winning first book, 'Braided: A Journey of a Thousand Challahs,' she describes how the weekly ritual of baking challah transformed her own life. Now, in the 'Braided Prescription: Seven Practices for Living Well from the Ancient Ritual of Making Challah' Ricanati goes further blending medical science, personal stories, and ancient tradition.She offers seven practical approaches to slowing down, embracing imperfection, building connection, and living with greater intention.

At a time when women were rarely welcomed into corporate boardrooms, Rose Knox was helping reshape American business. Rising from humble beginnings, she became a pioneering businesswoman who transformed Knox Gelatine into a household name, while championing innovative marketing, workplace reforms, and opportunities for women.In her new book, 'Rose Knox: How One Woman Mixed Kitchen and Boardroom to Remold an American Business,' author Rachel Greenfield tells the remarkable story of a woman who challenged the conventions of her era and helped change how Americans worked, cooked, and thought about business. Greenfield joins us to discuss the life and enduring legacy of Rose Knox.

The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are:The Reverend Peter Cook - Principal, Faith in the Public Square and Co-Principal of The Religious Nationalisms Project.Allison Kavey is a full professor in the History Department at John Jay College of Criminal Justice (CUNY).Catherine Tan is an Associate Professor in the department of sociology at Vassar College. Her research is on health, wellness, and medical knowledge.Donna Welton - Diplomat in Residence at Bard College. She retired from the U.S. Foreign Service in 2025 after over 30 years in public service. Her last post was ambassador to the SE Asian country, Timor-Leste.

The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are:Robert Griffin - Dean of the College of Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security and Cybersecurity at the University at Albany.Bill Hammond is a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute whose work focuses primarily on health-care policy.Jay Jochnowitz - Editor at large/columnist/editorial writer, Times Union.Judy Patrick - Former Vice President for Editorial Development at the New York Press Association and former editor of 'The Daily Gazette.' She was with that paper for over 40-years before retiring in 2023.

The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are:Theresa Bourgeois - Public policy and communications expert.Larissa Phillips is the founder and director of the Volunteer Literacy Project. She is also a columnist for The Free Press and a Greene County resident.Mike Spain - Former Times Union Associate Editor.Warren Whitlock - a former federal senior executive having served as the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army for Diversity & Leadership, and Associate Administrator for Civil Rights at the Federal Highway Administration.Mark Wittman - Investment Banker on Wall St.

It’s Saturday the 31st of October – It’s Halloween and we are doing a very special edition of The Roundtable. Special because it is a Saturday. Special because we are broadcasting LIVE from the Great Barrington Farmers Market in Great Barrington, MA and special because of our Superstar Panel.The focus of this outdoor radio broadcast is to discuss the Midterm Elections…and to talk about how awesome the Berkshires, Great Barrington and this Farmers Market are.

James Ketterer gives a commentary on 'The Seductive Nature of Normalcy' James Ketterer is director of extension programs and professor of practice at the American University of Armenia. He is a frequent panelist on The Roundtable.