Think Global Act Local Rochester

What is Think Global, Act Local all about? This intro episode will reveal it all. Host Dario Joseph, sat down with Ginny Ryan, long-time 13WHAM news anchor to break it all down. For more on the podcast, follow them on Instagram @ThinkGlobalActLocalRoc

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Joe Bean Coffee

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Dario (@dardarstinks) and Chris (@chronsofnon) sat down with Adam Bierton, owner of Chick'n Out (37 Charlotte St.) to talk all about the new restaurant opening soon and everything that went into it. Sorry but you're definitely going to be hungry for some tenders after listening to this episode.

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Joe Bean Coffee

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Dario (@dardarstinks) and Chris (@chronsofnon) join Food About Town to talk with the team at Jack's Extra Fancy (825 Atlantic Ave.) about their upcoming Rochester Cocktail Revival events and more!

Details and ticketing information can be found for Jack's and all the RCR events at the links above.

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Joe Bean Coffee

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Behind the Glass

Behind the Glass, hosted by Richard B Colón and Quajay Donnell, is a monthly talk with the current month’s BTG Roster. Artists are interviewed about their submissions and we dive deep into their process, inspiration and thought process centralized around their artwork in the Behind the Glass Gallery located in the heart of Downtown Rochester NY.

Joe Bean Coffee

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Chris (@stromie) and Chris (@chronsofnon) sat with Fred McCoy II, co-owner of Bar Bad Ending (@barbadending) located at 875 Monroe Avenue. Fred gave us an audio tour of the old haunt in its newest iteration. Listen to hear about its glow up, and then visit for its excellent food and drinks!

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Joe Bean Coffee

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Mind of Magnus

Artist Magnus Champlin Interviews guests sharing the stories and life adventures with the goal of expanding minds.

Joe Bean Coffee

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Dario and Chris are on location at Donutchew located at 1900 Empire Blvd in Webster talking and sampling the menu with owner and master franchisor, Michael Blair. Michael's local roots were discussed along with the the influences Donutchew draws from for its menu. Check out our IG (@refinedtasteroc) for photos and media from the visit

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Joe Bean Coffee

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Joe Bean Coffee

Joe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone.

It's a @foodabouttownpodcast/@refinedtasteroc crossover show!

Dario is on paternity leave for a few weeks (congratulations!), so Chris Lindstrom (@stromie) is filling in.

In this episode, we remind you that Pi Day is past, but every day can be PIE day! We talk with Rebecca from Crust Pie Co. (@thecrustpieco) about love for food that takes you home, the joy of a savory pastry, and the importance of using your hands when you eat a pie!

Mentioned in this episode:

Joe Bean Coffee

Joe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts Everyone - https://shop.joebeanroasters.com

Behind the Glass

Behind the Glass, hosted by Richard B Colón and Quajay Donnell, is a monthly talk with the current month’s BTG Roster. Artists are interviewed about their submissions and we dive deep into their process, inspiration and thought process centralized around their artwork in the Behind the Glass Gallery located in the heart of Downtown Rochester NY.

Joe Bean Coffee

Joe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone.

Welcome to 'Refined Recommends,' a mini-episode featuring Dario and Chris' recommendations on their favorite spots to check out, what you have to eat and awesome people for you to support. On this episode, we're joined by last week's guests, Sydney and Maiah who share some great recs as well. Mentions on this episode include: Happy Gut Sanctuary, Goodman Bakes, Living Roots Urban Winery and more!

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Joe Bean Coffee

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Sydney Bell (@mindbodysyd) and Maiah Johnson Dunn (@thisismaiah) join the podcast to talk about diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in the wine industry, untold Black wine stories, the Finger Lakes and more. Check out New York Kitchen to attend an upcoming class.

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Level Up Coffee Podcast

Level Up Coffee Podcast: Level Up your coffee game. Wade Reed and Aaron Pascucci, two coffee professionals discuss coffee and the culture surrounding it.

Behind the Glass

Behind the Glass, hosted by Richard B Colón and Quajay Donnell, is a monthly talk with the current month’s BTG Roster. Artists are interviewed about their submissions and we dive deep into their process, inspiration and thought process centralized around their artwork in the Behind the Glass Gallery located in the heart of Downtown Rochester NY.

Joe Bean Coffee

Joe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts Everyone - https://shop.joebeanroasters.com

Dario (@dardarstinks) and Chris (@chronsofnon) are joined by Keith Brown, co-owner and chef at The Toast Factory, (@the_toast_factory) a restaurant specializing in the breakfast staple, french toast. You'll find Keith has put his own spin on the well-known dish, drawing influences from his family and past creating new and innovative ways to enjoy it again and again.

Mentioned in this episode:

Joe Bean Coffee

Joe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts Everyone - https://shop.joebeanroasters.com

Behind the Glass

Behind the Glass, hosted by Richard B Colón and Quajay Donnell, is a monthly talk with the current month’s BTG Roster. Artists are interviewed about their submissions and we dive deep into their process, inspiration and thought process centralized around their artwork in the Behind the Glass Gallery located in the heart of Downtown Rochester NY.

Behind the Studio Door

Behind the Studio Door, hosted by Molly Darling and Christian Rivera, takes listeners on a captivating exploration of artists and their creative processes. Through deep and meaningful conversations, they uncover the stories and experiences that shape the outward expression of their work.

Dario (@dardarstinks) and Chris (@chronsofnon) welcome Danny and Jessica of Barry's Irish Cream (@barrysirishpub)to the show to talk all things CREAM, including what they've been up since the closing of their pub, the process and story behind the creation of their Irish Cream and plenty of shenanigans in between.

Mentioned in this episode:

Joe Bean Coffee

Joe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts Everyone - https://shop.joebeanroasters.com

Pauly Guglielmo Show

Pauly Guglielmo Show: Pauly Guglielmo is a former radio guy turned food business entrepreneur. While running a manufacturing facility is his day job, he likes to dust off his broadcasting skills once a week on this podcast and talk to entrepreneurs and other influencers.

Punches & Popcorn

Punches & Popcorn: The masters of Couch Potato style Mike Huntone, Jason Bills, and Dr. Dominic D’Amore take a deep dive into the best and worst of martial arts films.