Mind Of Magnus

Carter joins us to talk about food, art, and food as art! Really fun conversation about the creative process, changing perspectives, literature, and how to save yourself from a possibly demon-possessed barfly.

Rochester Hardcore History's Greg Benoit takes us back to the days of basement shows with a look at the local hardcore punk scene of the early 2000s. We play some great songs from some bands you might remember, or might want to hear more of. In any case, this is one to play LOUD!

Green Party State Senate candidate Brian White joins us to discuss why he's running against Rich Funke to represent District 55. Brian is one of the most candid and passionate people we know, and his enthusiasm for doing his civic duty is inspiring. This is a great conversation, don't miss it.https://www.brianwhite4senate.com/ (https://www.brianwhite4senate.com/)

Super free-wheeling show, as Magnus & Matt sit on the same side of the glass, and talk current events, both local and national.Plus: We play the first two singles from Jordan Esker and the Hundred Percent's excellent new record, Fail to Learn. You can hear more at http://www.jordaneskerandthehundredpercent.com/ (http://www.jordaneskerandthehundredpercent.com/)

Always a big show when Rochester City Newspaper reporter Jake Clapp returns!Jake is a Louisiana transplant, coffee aficionado, and one of the hardest working journalists in Rochester today.We’re going to talk about big things happening in the city, the Year of Douglass, medical cannabis and more!Check it out!

From drawings to murals, Shawnee has been creating art and making the world a pretty place! She has always been one of my favorite people to have random chats with, so we have no idea where the conversation will take us.

Magnus and Matt banter about March for Science, Ron Funches, wrestling, And Heathcliff. Also, a beefy trivia question and a special appearance from Stacey from Airwreck Radio. So much show, you’ll be shocked it fit into an hour!

We are joined by a group of people that realize the need for science and science literacy/understanding in our world isn’t just important but is truly needed for the survival and humans ability to thrive. The team of the March for Science will be joining us to talk about the event and what we all can do to help our world!

On this show, we expand the mind of Magnus with the graphic eye of Hi-Fi living with 2 talented authors who have studied the vinyl record art mid-century America! Our guests are Janet Borgerson and Jonathan Schroeder, authors of the book “Designed For Hi-Fi Living".

There are certain people you meet in your life, some have a certain energy that is all their own, some have a vibe unlike anyone else you’ve crossed paths with... and Seth Faergolzia is one. We are most happy to say that this artist, musician, and all around great guy will be joining us this Monday to chat. We quite literally have no idea where the conversation will lead, but those are some of our favorite shows anyway

Nick Brandreth sets the record for most appearances on Mind of Magnus. We celebrate by answering a bunch of weird questions from YOU!

This week our guest is local poet and all-around interesting dude, Andrew Conley. We will be learning more about this past, present, and future Rochester Experiences and getting a chance to hear some of Andrew’s latest poetry.

Local historian Josh Mordecai brings us some fun presidential facts, just in time for Presidents' Day.

Wrestling, Marches, and Marie Osmond! A late night banter session. Bonus: New Software, Multiple Working Microphones, and Headphones!

Matt and I are rolling out the red carpet to talk Oscar wins and losses with the movie-man himself Adam Lubitow! For years Adam has sat in dark theaters to craft his opinions and critiques of films to share with the City Paper readers... And we are fortunate enough to drag him on to chat more about the wonderful films that brought home the gold in 2018!

Magnus and Matt take a run through some weird news and fun facts in a freewheeling episode of Mind of Magnus.

Our guest is local business owner, Career Coach, Marketing Consultant, and Board member at the Coffee Connection, Jessica DeCotis!From helping people on their professional paths, to marketing to the Roc via digital signage she’s making change happen here in the city, and we managed to scoop her up to share the life adventures before parenthood is added to her list of accomplishment in a few weeks!

This show brings us the second half of one of my favorite podcast/radio shows. Stacey Coghlan, of Air Wreck Radio joins Matt and I as he talks about having a successful show for 6+ years. Join in as we learn all the other bits of fun Trivia that he’s encountered throughout his adventures.

We are joined by with the Large Artist himself, Thomas “Chuck” Chaffer. A Bob Ross’n sci-fi nerd making art and living the life of an entrepreneur here in the Roc.He’s been teaching the city how to paint for years and he’ll be sharing tips, advice, and good stories!

With the stage of the Golden Globes having the likes of Tommy Wiseau, the news of Neil Breen having a documentary team following him, and all over changes happening in the movie industry, I just had to bring in the movie maven Murphy sisters on to talk!We shall chat about movies, movie culture, and some great picks for your next night in!