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PATH is a non-profit faith-based organization dedicated to ending human trafficking through education, prevention, and restoration. Julie Palmer discusses what PATH has been up to, and Human Trafficking Prevention Month.

On Monday's Scoreboard... The Bills lost yesterday, but perhaps it’s for the best, plus their Wild Card matchup is set. The Sabres wrapped up their road trip with three straight losses as they approach the halfway point of the regular season; and USA Hockey claimed gold at the World Juniors.

John and Tim welcome Jack Armstrong, Toronto Raptors Sportscaster, Analyst, and longtime Western New Yorker. They discuss the evolution of the game and get his take on the impact of sports in this region and beyond.

The Buffalo Sabres defeated the Ottawa Senators last night, we preview the Bills’ Wild Card matchup with the Denver Broncos, plus highlight tonight’s Friday Night Lights girls basketball matchup. And finally, Notre Dame football is headed to the National Championship.

This week on Theater Talk, Anthony and Peter talk about Kelly and Steve Copps opening in THE LAST FIVE YEARS at MusicalFare, a show will also be on Broadway in the spring starring Nick Jonas (of the Jonas Brothers) alongside Tony winner Adrienne Warren. So, what other stars of television, movies, and the music industry will be on Broadway? As it turns out, many. Jim Parsons, Zoey Deutch, and Katie Holmes will continue in Thornton Wilder's OUR TOWN through Janaury 19. Anthony reminisces about some "crossover" stars including Madonna and Julia Roberts. For more upcoming local shows, please see the listings.For 32 years (as of November 2024), Theater Talk has been appointment listening on WBFO, featuring the insights of theater critic and historian Anthony Chase, who joins Peter Hall for a five-minute weekly broadcast at 6:45am, 8:45am, and 5:45pm Fridays on 88.7 WBFO with a podcast available on wbfo.org. NOTE: Theater listings are included with the podcast. As part of BTPM (Buffalo Toronto Public Media), their beat is primarily Buffalo theater, but Broadway, The Shaw Festival, The Stratford Festival, and Chautauqua are covered as are other relevant art forms for the stage, including ballet and opera.

Bentley revisits fan-favorite Group Chat episodes — biopics, halftime show nostalgia, true crime, and more! It’s not just a recap; it’s a celebration of laughs, stories, and connections.

The Ujima Theater did not end up getting any of the ARP money originally allocated to them by the Buffalo Common Council. They recently received $49,000 from the $2.3 million pool of New York State Council on the Arts funds, which was imperative to the survival of the institution.

The Sabres look to bounce back as they host Carolina tonight; and women’s hockey fans get a chance to show their passion when the PWHL comes to town next month; plus the Wednesday Whip-Around.

This week on Theater Talk, Anthony and Peter discuss the economic impact of Shea's, including the recent three-week run of THE LION KING. Kelly and Steve Copps opened in THE LAST FIVE YEARS at MusicalFare. Anthony reminisces about how seeing GUSTO brought him to Buffalo. And a new play, THE DAY I LEARNED TO FLY, opens tonight produced by First Look Buffalo. For more about upcoming local shows, please see the listings.For 32 years (as of November 2024), Theater Talk has been appointment listening on WBFO, featuring the insights of theater critic and historian Anthony Chase, who joins Peter Hall for a five-minute weekly broadcast at 6:45am, 8:45am, and 5:45pm Fridays on 88.7 WBFO with a podcast available on wbfo.org. NOTE: Theater listings are included with the podcast. As part of BTPM (Buffalo Toronto Public Media), their beat is primarily Buffalo theater, but Broadway, The Shaw Festival, The Stratford Festival, and Chautauqua are covered as are other relevant art forms for the stage, including ballet and opera.

John and Tim bring celebrity star power to the program with Buffalo’s own -  actor, writer, and director William Fichtner. They talk about the Buffalo Bills fandom, his commitment to the region, and why he loves making films in Western New York.