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  • Are We in A Recession or Just Paying More for Vibes?

    Are We in A Recession or Just Paying More for Vibes?
    Jun 12 2026
    Summer is supposed to be about being outside, making memories, going to concerts, hitting festivals, grabbing treats and more. But what happens when the cost of having fun starts to feel heavier than the fun itself? This week, we’re looking at the everyday signs that summer fun is getting more expensive. From frozen yogurt lines and festival costs to thrifting, concerts, restaurants and the price of being outside, we ask: Are these just trends or recession indicators?
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    54 Min.
  • How Has Pride Shaped the Pop Culture We Love Today?

    How Has Pride Shaped the Pop Culture We Love Today?
    Jun 5 2026
    Pride Month is more than rainbow logos and parades. It’s a celebration of the people, communities, and cultural movements that have helped shape the world around us. This week on Group Chat, we’re exploring the lasting impact of LGBTQ+ culture on music, fashion, nightlife, television, and entertainment. From the influence of disco and drag to the evolution of safe spaces and community gathering places, we look at how Pride transformed pop culture and continues to shape it today.
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    54 Min.
  • Is Fame Destroying Mental Health in Pop Culture?

    Is Fame Destroying Mental Health in Pop Culture?
    May 29 2026
    This week on Group Chat, we’re having a real conversation about mental health, burnout, pressure, and the emotional toll behind fame, success, and public life. From child stars and pop culture to social media, celebrity culture, and the pressure of always being “on”, we explore how mental health impacts the people we watch, support, and sometimes forget are human.
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    54 Min.
  • Is Comedy Changing? Colbert’s Exit, Viral Roast and Media Pressure

    Is Comedy Changing? Colbert’s Exit, Viral Roast and Media Pressure
    May 22 2026
    Comedy is changing, media is evolving, and audiences are reacting in real time. On this episode of Group Chat, we explore what feels like a turning point in entertainment culture with the end of Stephen Colbert late night show. From the viral attention surrounding the Kevin Hart roast to the changing influence of late night television, the conversation dives into comedy, censorship, audience backlash, internet culture and the search for authenticity in modern media.
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    54 Min.
  • How Did Festivals Become A Cultural Moment?

    How Did Festivals Become A Cultural Moment?
    May 15 2026
    Festival season is officially here, and the group chat is outside. This week, we dive into the evolution of festival culture, from Coachella and Rolling Loud to Borderland, Porchfest and more. Why do festivals feel bigger than just music now? Are they about community, culture, status or experience? We break down the moments, memories, chaos, fashion, travel and hometown pride that makes festival season hit differently.
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    54 Min.
  • Is Social Media Creating Unrealistic Parenting Standards?

    Is Social Media Creating Unrealistic Parenting Standards?
    May 8 2026
    What does motherhood really look like behind the curated social media posts? In this episode, we have an honest conversation about identity, pressure, perfection, the mental load mothers carry, and how modern women are redefining what it means to be a “good mother.” From losing yourself in motherhood to evolving into someone new, this discussion dives into the realities many moms experience but rarely talk about.
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    54 Min.
  • Are We Sleeping on Buffalo's Spoken Word Scene?

    Are We Sleeping on Buffalo's Spoken Word Scene?
    May 1 2026
    April is National Poetry Month, and here in Buffalo, we’re closing it out by celebrating the voices and stories behind the poetry. This week on Group Chat, we sit down with local poets for a real conversation about their journey, what inspired them to start writing, and how poetry became their outlet. We also explore the creative process, the difference between writing and performing, and what it takes to share something so personal out loud. Whether you’re someone who writes, listens, or is just curious about the art form, this conversation is about connection, creativity, and understanding the power of poetry through a Buffalo lens.
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    54 Min.
  • Is This Buffalo Sabres Playoff Run Bigger than Hockey?

    Is This Buffalo Sabres Playoff Run Bigger than Hockey?
    Apr 24 2026
    Buffalo is alive right now. From the viral moment of Kurt & Wyatt Russell to the crowds outside the arena, to the electric atmosphere inside, this playoff run has turned into something bigger than hockey. This week, we break down the hype surrounding the Buffalo Sabres and why this moment feels different.
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    54 Min.