Bagel Logic

Host Thom Jennings delves into a controversial topic and offers a unique perspective. While males opinions regarding abortion are often discounted, Thom discusses some very personal situations where he was part of the decision making process, and talks about how his opinion about legalized abortion has evolved over the years.

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Jim Snyder is a respected music photographer and important part of the Todd Rundgren fan community. In this candid conversation with host Thom Jennings, Jim talks about music, photography, personal setbacks, reaching contentment and of course a brush with Todd Rundgren.

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In this episode host Thom Jennings discusses becoming a teen father and all of the challenges associated with that period in his life. It's a reflective and personal tale from Thom's youth and includes one of his lowest points in his life.

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In part two of host Thom Jennings' reunion with Robert Harding, the pair talks dirty diapers and being a dad, all the while completely avoiding talking politics. Robet talks about the impact of his father on his parenting style, and the responsibilities of dads and shattering stereotypes associated with fatherhood.

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Host Thom Jennings chats with political reporter Robert Harding from The Citizen, a daily newspaper in Auburn, New York. Robert authors The Citizen's Eye on NY column every Sunday and the newspaper's political blog of the same name.

Thom and Robert used to appear in the now defunct Medina Journal-Register, penning op-ed pieces that irked local politicos and sparked some colorful online debate.

In part one, they talk state and national politics and chat about "the good ole days."

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Host Thom Jennings returns after a bout with COVID to discuss the feelings of guilt and how guilt can be used as a tool for self-regulation or a weapon to manipulate people. The two-part episode was recorded over two days. and concludes with a story about a police interrogation.

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According to most researchers, the death of a loved one and divorce are two of the top five stressors an individual faces during their lifetime. Crystal Elliott experienced both in recent years, having lost her sister and ending a decade-long marriage.

In this milestone 20th episode, Crystal, and host Thom Jennings discuss the powerful emotions they experienced in the aftermath of major life events, parenting after divorce and finding new love after the dissolution of a long-term relationship.

Crystal also discusses her experience running a small business in Medina NY called Brushstrokes Studios, a pottery painting business that thrived in the early months of the pandemic, but one she had to step away from to devote more time to her family and her mental health.

And finally, the pair discusses the misconceptions surrounding depression, especially when it impacts extroverted people.

It’s one of the most candid episodes yet.

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In this episode host Thom Jennings discusses the time he met Chris Rock when Chris was an up and coming comedian. In the aftermath of the Will Smith slap in the face incident at the OSCARS, Thom remmbers a time when he was slapped by a student from School Without Walls in Rochester NY and the lasting impact it has had on his life.


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Host Thom Jennings brings his first guess into the studio for a spirited discussion about business, family and anything else that pops into their collective minds.

John discusses why he gave up music photography, and band politics. Thom and John alsos discuss fatherhood amd the importance of being a part of your kids' lives..

In this episode host Thom Jennings disusses a recent conversation with a patron at a bar that he works at and whether it is worth the risk of confronting someone who is popular in the community.
Thom also discusses the use of religion to promote a business, and when the cult of personality is part of the business model for an enterprise.

John Hall is a musician, songwriter, politician, environmentalist, and community activist. John was an integral part of the No Nukes movement and performed at the legendary No Nukes concert.He is probably best known as a founding member of the band Orleans.

Host Thom Jennings became a fan of John’s music when he saw him at the Rochester Auditorium Theater in Rochester N.Y opening for Bonnie Raitt on her Green Light Tour.

John discusses his work as an environmentalist, his friends in the music industry and many other topics of note.

Today’s guest on The Bagel Logic podcast is the multi-talented Anne Leighton. Host Thom Jennings met Anne through his work as a music journalist.

Anne Leighton has been a pauper, poet, publicist, and a self-proclaimed princess! That’s because she wears lots of hats.

She handles music services/publicity for a variety of musicians. Her roster includes Ian Anderson (Jethro Tull), Phoebe Legere, Michael Veitch, Tempest, Firefall, Orleans/John Hall, Sharon Katz & the Peace Train, and Joe Deninzon & Stratospheerius (who she also manages)!

Also on her roster is Anne’s alter ego, Bronx Buffalo, who does spoken word including rap. Anne and Bronx are fundraising a new EP and album about evolution. (Anne grew up, in part, in Fredonia--where she went to college-- and in Buffalo--where she worked in commercial radio. She's championed a number of Buffalo musicians--most notably Kiss This, Talas & Billy Sheehan, the GooGoo Dolls, Jessie Galante....)

Anne has performed at prestigious venues including the Nuyorican Cafe, SUNY Fredonia, and Peter Max’s Art Studio. She reads and performs poetry gigs.

Her most recent book is poetry: THE LEIGHTON EXPLOSION (Soul Asylum, Canada). Other books: the self-published e-book GET THE GIG: COMMON SENSE CONSULTING, PAWS FOR THOUGHT: HOW TO UNDERSTAND WHAT YOUR CAT IS THINKING (Rockwell Books, UK), and USING YOUR ART AND THE MEDIA TO COMFORT PEOPLE (Free to Run, USA).

She’s a songwriter, recently signed to Sheer Music Publishing in South Africa. In addition to working with Sharon Katz, Anne’s championed a number of South African artists, notably Jann Klose, Wouter Kellerman, PJ Powers.

Thom and Anne have an open discussion about activism, Buffalo NY and a whole lot more!



To learn more about Anne go to https://anneleighton.com/

Amanda Kozody joins host Thom Jennings for a wide-ranging conversation about everything from being an only child to how to sell with integrity. Amanda has been a semi-regular visitor to the bar that Thom works at in Medina N.Y, and he knew right away that she would make an excellent guest.

After dealing with some technical issues, the conversation took some interesting turns, and will offer listeners some unique insights about religion, aging parents and family dynamics.

It closes with Amanda, a self-described “crazy cat lady,” discussing how her cat video went viral.

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Host Thom Jennings talks with Gregory Hallock about the challenges associated with running a small and struggling not-for-profit while balancing his family life. Gregory is an engaging conversationalist, albeit a reluctant one at times.

Gregory is the Executive Director of GO Art! an arts council located in rural Western New York.

It's conversation with plenty of twists and turns and self-reflection.

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In this episode, host Thom Jennings discusses the fragile nature of friendships and how people can feign friendship for nefarious purposes. Thom discusses a few of his fast and failing friendships, long-term friendships and his long search for a best friend until he realized that his spouse was his best friend all-along.

Filled with tales and odd voice impressions, it is a crazy journey through Thom's mind.

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In this week's episode, host Thom Jennings chats with the multi-talented Sky Sands. Thom and Sky both grew up in Brighton, a suburb of Rochester NY, and they discuss how that community and its bagels played a part of their lives.

Other topics discussed include dealing with depression, marriage, standup comedy, being Ronald McDonald, and the difference between hyperactivity and being "hyper-creative."

There were some audio glitches, but this episode is well worth the listen.

To learn more about Sky visit https://skysands.com/new-page-1

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Thom Jennings discusses his two marriage counseling experiences and why they were horrible failures. Both times Thom and his now ex-wife, (who he calls Frank) went into marriage counseling, the counselor didn't address the root problems and the marriage eventually ended with a bitter divorce and drawn out custody battle.

This episode is for anyone who is contemplating marriage counseling, or for people whose relationship is doomed.

On this week’s Bagel Logic Podcast, Alix Gilman joins host Thom Jennings for a candid conversation that explores a variety of topics, including small business ownership, owning a small business, parenting, and dealing with bullies.

Alix and her husband Scott Robinson own and operate The Shirt Factory Cafe in Medina NY, and both of them have a myriad of other responsibilities as well. In simplest terms, they keep busy.

In addition to her restaurant responsibilities, Alix is a prolific blogger, a photographer, social media guru, school teacher and mother.

Thom and Alix tackle a variety of topics, including the impact of business ownership on marriage when your business partner is your spouse, the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, and the unique challenges associated with owning a business in a small town.

Learn more about The Shirt Factory https://www.shirtfactorymedina.com/

Read Alix’s blog here https://inadcminute.com/

In this episode Thom takes a deep dive into his personal journey with religion and churches. Thom was raised Catholic, but throughout his life he had a conflicted relationship with his Catholicism and organized churches. Thom also discusses tithing, studying for the ministry and some of the church politics and cliques he was caught up in.

It's a deeply personal episode, and one that asks more questions than it eventually answers.

This week’s guest on the Bagel Logic is professional comedian Chris Hasenauer. Chris and host Thom Jennings discuss the challenges faced by individuals trying to break into the world of standup comedy. Chris is widely respected in the Rochester and Buffalo NY standup scene, and has hosted many open mic comedy shows over the years.

Thom met Chris a year before the pandemic shut down most of the local comedy scenes-it was Chris that hosted Thom’s first open at a venue in Rochester called The Tin Roof, which has since closed.

Chris not only provides insight on how to be successful at an open mic, he discusses his methodology and offers an introspective look at the unique challenges every budding comic faces on the way to a career in comedy.

You will definitely find the show engaging and entertaining and informative. Its a must listen for anyone who is thinking about performing at their first open mic comedy show.

Follow Chris on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Hazcomedy/