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Big Bids, Big Savings & Spring Cleaning

"Group Chat" logo with headshots of Bentley and each guest for episode 57

Spring is in the air, and so is a fresh new Group Chat! This week, Cory McCants, Michael Gilbert-Wachowiak, and Katie Colby dive into the jaw-dropping world of online auctions—because, seriously, who is paying that much for random collectibles (or Cheetos)? Then, it’s time to talk money: tax season is here, we’re breaking down the best tips for managing finances, and celebrating credit card reduction day!

But that’s not all! Gen Z is over microtrends—why is timeless style making a comeback? And with spring finally here, who is planning a major clean-up? From home organization to digital decluttering, they discuss their favorite ways to reset for the season (and the perfect playlist to do it with!).

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  • In this episode of Group Chat, Bentley is joined by actor and host of BTPM’s Let’s Go! Ashleigh Chrisena Ricci, choreographer and professor at Buffalo State University Naila Ansari Catillo, and co-owner of Town Ballroom and “Funtime Presents “ Donny Kutzbach to celebrate Buffalo’s theatre scene while digging into the pressures of life in the spotlight.
  • On this episode of Group Chat, the panel digs into the horror world, starting with the sudden surge of Frankenstein adaptations and why this timeless tale keeps being reinvented for modern audiences. From the challenges of modern movie manners to the buzz around the latest horror debuts, the group covers what’s shaping the theater experience now.
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  • In this episode of Group Chat, we celebrate the legacy of Giorgio Armani, check out the new David Bowie Center, and dish on fall trends—from pumpkin spice everything to weather-ready wardrobe hacks. Plus, the group previews the hottest fall TV and make their predictions for the upcoming Emmys.
  • With the Bills’ home opener on the horizon, the group digs into Western New York’s tailgate culture, from signature dishes to the game-day looks that turn parking lots into runways.
  • In this episode, Bentley and friends bring three subjects to the table: the cultural pull of back-to-school season, the messy drama of fabricated memoirs, and the complicated role AI now plays in classrooms, workplaces, and everything in between.
  • In this episode of Group Chat, Bentley and friends connect the dots between the Devil Wears Prada 2 set and the real-life evolution of workplace culture since the original film. The conversation takes a gossipy turn into some recent scandals, then ends on a lighter note: A trip to the Erie County Fair!
  • In this episode of Group Chat, we unpack Hollywood’s obsession with narrow beauty standards and how those ideals influence casting and representation. Then, they celebrate Buffalo’s cinematic boom!
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  • When news broke that Ozzy Osbourne had passed away at age 76, Group Chat hit pause on our regular programming to honor the rock legend. Host Bentley is joined by musicians Matt Hitch, Joe Cannizzaro, and Marc Smith to celebrate the life, music, and legacy of the one and only Ozzy Osbourne.