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List of recent radio shows.

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Guests (in-studio and call-ins)

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1/10/12

Songwriting and memories

The co-hosts were Fran Sisco, Kwn Kline and Kelly Sisco..The main message of the show is that songwriting can trigger important memories which can lead to dealing with stress. Furthermore, well-written and performed songs can be an way to help other people deal with stress.

(A) The instudio guests were Robert Mickatavage, his wife Jane and his son Rob. Robert played his accordian and sang "Santa's Workshop," accompanied in singing by Jane and Rob and others in the studio. The song was discussed, how it was written 35 years ago (lyrics by Robert and his daughter Phoebe who was 8 years old at the time). Kelly Sisco discussed the similar themes of the song and of Miracle on 34th Street - it was not important he was ot Santa Claus, only that he was a nice man trying to make people happy.

The first song played was "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas," sung by Frank Sinatra, followed by Sinatra singing "I'lll Be Home for Christmas." Jane shared her memories of seeing Frank Sinatra perform on 3 occasions. Robert discussed Sinatra's talent and beauty of the songs and the background (made during World War II). Dr. Jack Jaffe later shared his triggered memories of his brother who was MIA had not returned and never came home for Chrstmas, only in his dreams. Others shared their memories too.

(B) The call-in guest was Dr. Jack Jaffe, psychologist, assistant professor at Columbia University and City University in NY, and author of two books. Jack can be reached at via his website at www.jaffeauthor.com or by email at irack@aol.com. Dr. Jaffe offered insights about the several benefits of songwriting and reflecting on memories. Jack can be readhed at www.jaffeauthor.com or by email at irack@aol.com. He offered after the show that thinking of his brother also triggered very happy memories.

(C) Another call-in gues, Don Gray, commented on the wonderful memories of writing lyrics for the song - My Heart - Song of Joseph from the CD called "Songs of Joy" that includes several songs written about Jesus from the perspective of other people in his family. Don's son Danny Gray wrote the music for all the songs. Don, Fran and Kelly reminisced about Edgar Caruana, who sang the song and who was a frequent guest of predecessor shows, including Senior Musings.

(D) Throughout the show was discussion of the importance of recording and producing songs so that they can be heard by many more people, influencing their lives. Fran recommended to the Mickatavages to seek the help of producer and songwriter Bobbi Tammarro. The song "Rise" (from the CD called Rise - Funkee Boy." One website is www.songwritingthatgetsresults.com.

(E) Aonther caller identified himself as Mitt Romney (winner of the New Hampshire Republiican" but who was Tom Sullivan, co-host of the show but who was at home recovering from recent surgery.

There were some technical difficulties including (1) mics and headphones and (2) songs on Fran's ipad and iphone did not seem to play. These songs can be played at the following links:

Al Petrone's fantastic song "Christmas Gift" as sung by Walt Andrus, who performed often with the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra: Click play next to the Christmas Gift to play a sample of the song:

http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/waltandrus

Tom Sullivan's funny song parody called "Sarah Palin Shot Rudolf the Reindeer, as performed in the WVOX studio and recorded on videotape:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f897guCY9dk

12/13/11

The Meaning of Christmas

The co-hosts were Fran Sisco, Tom Sullivan and Ken Kline.The main message of the show is that Christmas has a varying meaning for many people, yet some important themes are (1) God came down for us in love and is with us (2) one of the best gifts is yourself - to be with another person and (3) this holiday time is an occasion to reconnect with others and to begin anew.

(A) The instudio guest was (The Rev. Dr.) Rayner W, Hesse, Jr., Pastor (known to most people as Rusty)-
St. John's Episcopal Church, 11 Wilmot Road, New Rochelle, NY 10804. For more info, call (914) 636-0047 or visit the website at http://www.stjohnswilmot.com. Rusty described the origins of Christmas, the changes in traditions, and the varying meanings ascribed to Christmas. Discussions ensued by co-hosts and Kelly Sisco and Dr. Jack Jaffe.

(B) The call-in guest was Dr. Jack Jaffe, psychologist, assistant professor at Columbia University and City University in NY, and author of two books. Jack can be reached at via his website at www.jaffeauthor.com or by email at irack@aol.com. Dr. Jaffe offered insights about the several usual triggers for stress during the holiday season and later in the show offered possible sollutions. Jack can be readhed at www.jaffeauthor.com or by email at irack@aol.com.

(C) A caller, Anthony Chiffolo, corretly answered the question posed by Fran - What are the 3 top-selling Christmas songs: (1) White Christmas (Bing Crosby) (2) The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting) (3) Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. He won 15 minutes to use as he would like (promotion, spread a message, discussion) on an upcoming Crisis Help Radio Show program.

(D) Throughout the evening, Kelly Sisco introduced favorite songs she selected from the 3 double CD sets called "Now That's Christmas." The songs included (1) The Christmas Song (Merry Christmas to You) or also subtitled Chestuts Roasting on an Open Fire (2) Let it Snow (Dean Martin) (3) Little Saint Nick (The Beach Boys) (4) Happy Xmas (JohnLennon and Yoko ONo) (5) Winter Wonderand (Louis Armstrong) (6) Run Rudoph, Run (Chuck Berry) (7) Little Drummer Boyu (Lou Rawls) (8) Feliz Navidad (Jose Feliciano) (9) Here comes Santa Claus (Elvis) (1) Jingle Bell Rock (Brenda Lee). Bonus songs were White Christmas (Bing Crosby) and Jinge Bells (Frank Sinatra). Ken Kline contributed 3 Jewish songs for Hanukkah - (1) Oh Hanukkah (2) Dreydl and (3) a song from the Frank London Orchestra.

Promotional ad played the day of 12/13/11

During the show were played clips from the theme song for the show - Side By Side, sung by Kay Starr and a promotional ad at the beginning of the show.

11/8/11

Pen and Performance

The co-hosts were Fran Sisco and Ken Kline. (Tom Sullivan had another appointment).The main message of the show is that when a production has excellent writing coupled with outstanding performance the result can be superb, as in the case of the

(A) From "The Drowsy Chaperone" musical presented at the theater at the North Castle Public Library by The Armonk Players and Pleasantville Music Theater from October 28 to November 13, 2011. - (1) Anthony Valbiro (director), Mauro Contrstano (Man in Chair), Kathleen Hart (Chaperone), Chris Jamison (Mrs. Tottendale), Mark Pierce (Underling), Debra Ablezer (Kitty). For more info on the show and its final 4 performances on Thursday 11/10 (8pm), Friday (8pm), Saturday (8pm)and Sunday (4pm). For more infogo to www.ArmonkPlayers.org, or email the director, Anthony Valbbiro, or email to fauxman@optonline.net. For theatre updates, go to theatregal53@aol.com.

(B) Debbie Bazza, stand-up comedian and comedy writer. She can be contacted at debbiei0909@ol.com.

The call-in guest were:

(A) Terry Greiss, Founder and Executive Director or Irondale Productions, Inc., and member since 1983. From the website www.irondale.org, the mission/vistion statement is: "Through the power of the ensemble process, Irondale creates and presents alive, compelling theater, performance, and education programs that challenge traditional assumptions about art, and help us to better interpret contemporary culture. The Irondale Center – our theater, laboratory, and classroom – is a home for ensemble artists of all disciplines and cultures, and a resource for our community." Terry discussed Irondale's founding and several accomplishments and the upcoming production of "Henry V" fom 11/22/11 to 12/10/11. Contact info: Telephone - 718-488-9233, email - Terry@irondale.org.

(B) Tracy Powell-Rudy (The Armonk Players) and co-producer of The Drowsy Chaperone.along with Ginny Light of Pleasantville Muci Theater.

(C)Jack Jaffe, psychologist, assistant professor at Columbia University and City University in NY, and author of two books. Jack can be reached at via his website at www.jaffeauthor.com or by email at irack@aol.com. Dr. Jaffe offered insights about the importance of writing and of meeting people as a way of dealing with adversty and crisis. Jack can be readhed at www.jaffeauthor.com or by email at irack@aol.com.

Tickets to the Drowsy Chaperone and to Henry V were offered to listeners but no one called to take advantage.

During the show clips from 4 songs were played (1) the theme song for the show - Side By Side, sung by Kay Starr and (2)songs from The Drowsy Chaperone - "Aswe Stumble Along," "Fancy Dress," __________________

10/11/11

Seizing Opportunities

The co-hosts were Fran Sisco,Tom Sullivan and Ken Kline.The instudio guest was Noel Publiese, star of the makeover TLC cable show called "What Not to Wear" featuring Stacy London and Clinton Kelly, in its seventh season. The episode with Noel aired on ______________ and videoclips that are narrated by Stacy and Clinton can be viewed at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZxZhFkmPids. Noel is a hairdresser at Salon Atelier located at 133 Hillside Place, Eastchester, NY 10709. More info about the salon can be obtained via www.SalonAtelier.com or by calling 914.337.4949. Noel's website is at www.NoelPugliese.com and he email is glitterinair@yahoo.com.

The call-in guest was Matt Sellecchia, founder and ownerr of "Paws and Play Pet Resort and Training Center" located at 72 Marbledale Road, Tuckahoe, NY 1007. Paws and Play is a safe, clean and fun facility that cares for dogs by offering lodging, daycare, grooming and training. It is enjoying early success since opening on ________ as a result of the love and attention given to dogs and their owners by the staff of Paws and Play and the features of the facility. You can contact them at 914.337.2948 (Michele is the manager) or through theri website at www.PawsAndPlayPetResort.com.

The sponsor was Truly Yours, Kelly!, a unique gift shop and consignment store located in the Crestwood section of Tuckahoe, NY. More info is at www.TrulyYoursKelly.com. A special message from Kelly Sisco (2 minutes, 50 seconds was aired at the beginning of the show along with the store's jingle, and the usual theme song "Side by Side" sung by Kay Starr was not played.

During the show clips from 2 songs were played (1) the theme song for the show - Side By Side, sung by Kay Starr and (2) the theme song for the store Truly Yours, Kelly! with Kelly Sisco for main vocal and Tom Foley (guitar) and Fran Sisco (harmonica) as background vocals.

9/13/11

Positive Thinking

The co-hosts were Fran Sisco,Tom Sullivan and Ken Kline.The instudio guest was Elliot Glick, as a follow-up to his prior-month call-in. Elliott is a songwriter, singer, and guitarist and talked about his songwriting and songs on his new CD called Once Upon a Time, espectially those related to the theme of Positive Thinking.

The call-in guest was Jack Jaffe, psychologist, assistant professor at Columbia University and City University in NY, and author of two books. Jack can be reached at via his website at www.jaffeauthor.com or by email at irack@aol.com. Dr. Jaffe offered insights about caring for the elderly. Jack can be readhed at www.jaffeauthor.com or by email at irack.

Other call-in guests included _________________________

The sponsor was Truly Yours, Kelly!, a unique gift shop and consignment store located in the Crestwood section of Tuckahoe, NY. More info is at www.TrulyYoursKelly.com. A special message from Kelly Sisco (2 minutes, 50 seconds was aired at the beginning of the show and the usual theme song "Side by Side" sung by Kay Starr was not played.

During the show clips from 5 songs werre played. The CD is named Once Upon a Time and the music and lyrics were written by Elliot Glick. Members of the band include: (1) Elliott Glick - Guitar, vocals (2( John Guth - Guitars, bass, percussion, keyboards, talking drum (3) - Jon Burr - Acoustic bass (4) Jonathan Russell (Violin) (5) Vickie Russell (Vocals) (7) Theresa Sareo (Vocals). Clips from the following songs were played: (1) ___ (2) ____ (3) _____ (4)_____ (5)________(6)__________ (7)____________

For more info, go to wwwl.ElliottGlick.com. Also to play samples from and to order the CD, go to www.cdbaby.com and search on Elliott Glick or Once Upon a Time. For info about The Starving Artist Cafe and Galllery (located in City Island, NY), go to www.StarvingArtistOnline.com. Elliott's email is Elliott@StarvingArtistOnline.com

8/9/11

The Coming Meltdown

The co-hosts were Fran Sisco and Tom Sullivan.Ther were no instudio guests.

The sponsor was Truly Yours, Kelly!, a unique gift shop and consignment store located in the Crestwood section of Tuckahoe, NY. More info is at www.TrulyYoursKelly.com. A special message from Kelly Sisco (2 minutes, 50 seconds was aired at the beginning of the show and the usual theme song "Side by Side" sung by Kay Starr was not played.

Songs used for clips are (1) Right Before Your Eyes (2) When You Smile (3) Listen to Your Heart and (4) When You Smile and (5) Like I Do Tonight.

For more info, go to wwwl.ElliottGlick.com. Also to play samples from and to order the CD, go to www.cdbaby.com and search on Elliott Glick or Once Upon a Time.

For info about The Starving Artist Cafe and Galllery (located in City Island, NY), go to www.StarvingArtistOnline.com

7/12/11

Caring for the Elderly

The co-hosts were Fran Sisco, Tom Sullivan and Ken Kline. Ther were no instudio guests.

The call-in guest were:(1) Debbie mcLeroy of the New Rochelle Office of the Aged, located at the Hugh . Doyle center, Davis Avenue, New Rochelle, NY 10801. You can contact the Office of the Aging at 914.813.6000 and at the website www.CityOfNewRochelleNY.com.

(2) Mary Blanchett, President of Mary Blanchett & Associates, Inc. Mary created the company to empower LGBT adults to pre-plan to protect themselves and their relationships in case of an emergency and offer advocacy for caregivers with long term care dilemmas. She received a Masters’ Degree in Health Service Administration, and is a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator with 27 years of experience in long term care. Mary was interviewed for the “Plan Your Life” article in March 2011’s Curve Magazine, a National lesbian publication. Her contact info is:email - Mary@GayLifePlanning.com
web site - www.GayLifePlanning.com
email - MaryBlanchettandAssociates@gmail.com
cell - 718-809-0313

(3) Jack Jaffe, psychologist, assistant professor at Columbia University and City University in NY, and author of two books. Jack can be reached at via his website at www.jaffeauthor.com or by email at irack@aol.com. Dr. Jaffe offered insights about caring for the elderly. Jack can be readhed at www.jaffeauthor.com or by email at irack.

The sponsor was Truly Yours, Kelly!, a unique gift shop and consignment store located in the Crestwood section of Tuckahoe, NY. More info is at www.TrulyYoursKelly.com. A special message from Kelly Sisco (2 minutes, 50 seconds was aired at the beginning of the show and the usual theme song "Side by Side" sung by Kay Starr was not played.

Prerecording audio clips were played of various home health aides as follows: Latricia McCullers, Evelyn Ofori, Esther Frema and Kelly-Ann Granville (not completed on air).

Click below for videoclips

6/14/11

Making it happen, despite the crisis.

The show was conducted by co-host Ken Kline, and assisted by guest co-host Kelly Sisco. Ken interviewed the 3 members of the MSM Trio, from the Manhattan School of Music:: (1) Violin - KATHY KANG (2) Cellist - DIMITRIJS SUDAREVS and (3) Piano - JU YOUNG PARK. . WE PLAYED THEIR RECENT RECORDING OF MENDELSSOHN PIANO TRIO #1 OPUS 49 IN D MINOR. More info about the MSM Trio at: kangviolin@gmail.com.

Essay by Fran Sisco

Making it! - Carmen and Manila, of Drag U, hold court at La Pomme.
by Fran Sisco
Copyright 2011 Fran Sisco

You just got to meet these girls from "Drag U", Manila and Carmen. They are magical together. Very bright, witty and funny. And beautiful, so beautiful. I envision them in the not-too-distant future emceeing a prime time television variety show, with the whole country watching like was the case in the 1950s with the Ed Sullivan Show. In the meantime, anyone needing a vivacious pair to enliven an event should consider Manila and Carmen.

When I received an invitation in May from Outprofessionals (a large NYC-based LGBT organization) for the networking mixer showcasing two of RuPaul's Drag U professors, I felt I should RSVP right away in case it sold out at LaPomme on 26th Street in Chelsea. But then I remembered my once-monthly "Crisis Help Radio Show" was that night, broadcast from the WVOX radio studio in New Rochelle in Westchester County. How could I do both? Then I let my fantasies run and envisioned incorporating the Drag U professors into my show via a call in.

That evening's radio show topic was "Making it as a way out of crisis. In the studio, my co-host Ken Kline interviewed members of the M-S-M Trio, and played a Mendelssohn song the three young excellent musicians recorded on their new CD. The trio (violin, cello and piano) are so amazingly gifted that you get stunned by the beauty of their music. My other co-host, Tom Sullivan was not able to be in the studio as he was en route from the airport. So there I was in my car heading into Manhattan from a client meeting in Queens, listening to Ken, the M-S-M-Trio and my daughter Kelly sharing ideas about how to follow your passion and do something important using your talents. It clicked. I pulled up to LaPomme with four minutes left of my radio show, signed in at the door, rushed inside to see Manila Luzon (aka Karl Westerberg) and Carmen Carrera (aka Christopher Roman) commenting on clips from Drag U episodes on huge overhead screens. In the clips, transgender women were showing genetic women how to bring out their inner diva and to be sexier women. Ironic, no? I asked Carmen, who was nearer to me if she could go outside, where it was quieter, and talk with the radio audience about the newfound success being a Professor on Drag U. In the three minutes left of air time, Carmen explained how it "took a lot of courage and creativity" to seize the moment when asked to join the Drag U show as a professor, after losing on Drag Race. She said it is her "job to make the biological women feel comfortable with their beauty and sexuality" and she loves doing it. I was thrilled to meet Manila and Carmen and thrilled that my fantasy of having them on my show was realized. When I went back inside and saw how these two awesome girls held the room of eighty people captivated for an hour, I realized that they were indeed doing something they love - being women, helping others and all the while entertaining people and making everyone happy. What a gift!

Fran Sisco called in from location at 7:55pm from LaPomme (club on 26th Street, Chelsea section, NYC) and spoke with the beautiful Professor Carmen Carrera, at which a lively party was in progress, sponsored by OutProfessionals (NY's largest LGBT organization of professionals) and featuring "Professors"Manila (aka Karl Westerberg) and Carmen Carrera (aka Christopher Roman) from RuPaul's spectacular reality show called "Drag U" starting its second season on Logo cable channel. (More info is at http://www.logotv.com/shows/rupauls_drag_u/season_2/series.jhtml

The call in guests were (1) Jack Jaffe, psychologist and author of two novels ( "Land of Dreams" and "Hobgoblins," published by AuthorHouse, who commented on the importance of persistence, talent and passion in increasing the chances for success.and (2) Carmen Carrera from Drag U as cited above.

The sponsor was Truly Yours, Kelly!, a unique gift shop and consignment store located in the Crestwood section of Tuckahoe, NY. More info is at www.TrulyYoursKelly.com

Music that was played included (1) the theme song "Side by Side," sung by Kay Starr. (2) Mendelson's pieces from the CD of the MSM Trio as described above and (3) Jingle called "Something Special for Everyone" from sponsor "Truly Yours, Kelly! "

(No videotape taken of the show (except live video on wvox.com)

Click below for link to the essay at right (as edited by Brie Austin, founder of TG Reporter, an outstanding online magazine for showcasing the transgender community.

http://www.tgreporter.com/master/multisites/usa/index.php/new-york/item/116-making-it

5/10/11

Using music to impact others and deal with crisis.

The instudio guest was Kelly Sisco, owner and manager of "Truly Yours, Kelly" and daughter of host, Fran Ssico. Ken Kline cohosted and Tom Sullivan could not cohost due to a wok commmitment.The call-in guests were(1) Leila (contact her via her website at www.leilasworld.com or via facebool.com/leilasworld) and seveal songs from her new double CD "Soul Ascension" were played and discussed. (1)The in studio guests were (1) Ruth Handel, poet and manager of the Poetry Caravan, an organization of 30 poets who visit hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living and senior care facilities and read poetry, often original and (2) ) Dr. Jack Jaffe, psychologist, assistant professor at Columbia University and City University in NY, and author of two books. Jack can be reached at via his website at www.jaffeauthor.com or by email at irack@aol.com. Dr. Jaffe offered comments on positive thinking and the power of communicating by musci and song. and (3) Scott Icebrand, chief operating officer of Hells Kiitchen Flea Maket, located on West 39th Street, between 9th and 10th Avenues in Manhattan, and a detailed dicussion happened about HKFM and the eclectic nature of the items fom over 50 vendors. HKFM is open on Satudays and Sundays (with food from gourmet vendors only on the second Sunday of eacg month. More info is on www.hellskitchenfleamarket.com.

Click below for videoclips

4/12/11

Taxes and money

The instudio guests were (1)The in studio guests were (1) Ruth Handel, poet and manager of the Poetry Caravan, an organization of 30 poets who visit hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living and senior care facilities and read poetry, often original and (2) Charlotte Walsh, poet and a founding member of the Poetry Caravan, started seven years ago. Ruth read her poem entitled "Fibbing the Numbers" and a poem written by Wendell Berry entitled “The Peace of Wild Things.” Charlotte read her poem entitled "Each Day: and a poem written by Gary Snyder called "How Poetry Comes to Me ."

The call-in guests were:

(1) Ken Dline, co host. Ken read Robert Frost's "The Road Not Taken"

(3) Dr. Jack Jaffe, psychologist, assistant professor at Columbia University and City University in NY, and author of two books. Jack can be reached at via his website at www.jaffeauthor.com or by email at irack@aol.com. Dr. Jaffe offered strategies to fight procrastination and made several humorous quips and told tax stories.

For the first time on radio, Tom Sullivan sang his newly-created song parody called "Libya o Libya"" with a karaoke version of Groucho Marx song " Lydia the Tattooed Lady," wirtten by Harold Arlen and Uip Harburg, who also wrote The Wizard of Oz score.

Fran Sisco read poems and songs including "About th eRoad Not Taken," George Harrison's "Tax Man," and a portion of Raye Divies of the Kinks' "Well Respected Man."

Click below for mp3 of Libya Song Parody recorded at WVOX Studio on 4/22/10

( Parody of Lydia, the Tatooed Lady by Harold Arlen and Yip Harburg )

Libya, o Libya, we're invading Libya
Moammar Ghadafi's crazy
He's a guy that men adore so
But the rebels say no more so
Libya, o Libya, I fractured my tibia
While landing on Tripoli's shores
Ghadafi's a colonel for 40 long years
He'll never make general or so it appears
The test was so hard it reduced him to tears
But he's still in charge of Libya

La la la...la la la
La la la...la la la

When his hair is uncurled, he'll start ruling the world
If we stand back and let him go
His name's Moammar, he's become quite a star
But you can call him Moe

La la la...la la la
La la la...la la la

Libya, o Libya, I'll tell you a fibya
Barack knows just what he is doing
All our soldiers are in traction
From this little police action
Libya, o Libya, the kids in their cribya
Say Libya's the place they call home
The country's so lovely your heart skips a beat
The girls are the pride of the whole Arab street
And in their new burkahs, they look awfully sweet
It's a shame we're bombing Libya

La la la...la la la
La la la...la la la

Come along and see the U.N. impose sanctions
As we try to make Moammar walk the planktions
Maybe we can send Colonel Moe to the Amazon
Said Mrs. Clinton with pantsuit pajamas on

La la la...la la la
La la la...la la la

Make him an apprentice so Trump can just boot him
Send him to Alaska where Palin can shoot him
Put him on The View with Elizabeth Hasselback
Anywhere at all just as long as he can't come back

La la la...la la la
La la la...la la la

Libya, o Libya, you big lobsterbibya
Then Libya we'll bring our boys home
We're getting real tired of this foreign war jazz
A place like America no one else has
We'll just throw Ghadafi in old Alcatraz
And we'll say to hell with Libya

I said Libya ( He said Libya)
They said Libya, we said Libya, la la!

3/8/11

Reinventng Oneself -Part 2

The show was conducted by Frank Sisco and co-host Tom Sullivan. Ken Kline was in California with relatives, yet called in.

The instudio guests was Maureen Morris and her daughter Diane Spizzirro. Maureen is founder of Success-Image, a Larchmont NY firm spcializing in helping people with career changes. The firm is located at 156 Palmer Avenue, Larchmont, NY 10538 (tel 914.834.3359, the website is www.successimage-careers.com). The email addresses are maureen@successimage-careers.com and diane@successimage-careers.com. Diane is a counselor with Success Image and also is Assistant Director of Counseling and Career Services with The Colllege of New Rochelle. Diane is a Nationally Certified Counselor, a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor and an Executive Career Development Counselor/Coach as well as being a certified MBTI trainer. On the show, Maureen described her tool called "Success Scope" which focuses on people's successes. Diane and Maureen shared stroies of interesting reinventions and helpful key steps to take in dealing with change.

The call in guests were: (1) Hybrid Rose, dance instructor, who can be reached at her website www.hybrid1.webs.com or by email at lco.osborne151@gmail.com. (She talked of her latest reinvention as a burlesqe and exotic dancer.) and (2) Dr. Jack Jaffe, psychologist, assistant professor at Columbia University and City University in NY, and author of two books. Jack can be reached at via his website at www.jaffeauthor.com or by email at irack@aol.com. The sponsor was Truly Yours, Kelly!, a unique gift shop and consignment store located in the Crestwood section of Tuckahoe, NY. More info is at www.TrulyYoursKelly.com.

2/8/11

Reinventng Oneself -Part 1

The show was conducted by Frank Sisco and co-hosts Tom Sullivan and Ken Kline.

The instudio guests was Anne Marie Ditta, Officer of Strategy & Development of The Emanuel Foundation, 388 Fort Hill Road, Scarsdale, NY 10583 (website is www.theemanuelfoundation.org, cell - 917.576.2821) and in private practice as a Career Coach at 9 Nother Pearl Street, Suite 404H, Port Chester, NY 10573. Her email is amditta@g,ao;/cp, The mission statement for the Emanuel Foundation includes the following: To develop an international membership and professional community that inspire interpersonal relationships rooted in core Biblical values. To build and bridge a worldwide social network that offers valuable resources and tools to boost self-esteem and self-sufficiency within all people.

The call-in guests were:

(1) Hybrid Rose, dance instructor, who can be reached at her website www.hybrid1.webs.com or by email at lco.osborne151@gmail.com.

(2) Diane Spizzirro, Counselor with Success Image, located at 156 Palmer Avenue, Larchmont, NY 10538 (tel 914.834.3359, email is diane@successimage-careers.com, website is www.successimage-careers.com) and Assistant Director of Counseling and Career Services with The Colllege of New Rochelle. Diane is a Nationally Certified Counselor, a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor and an Executive Career Development Counselor/Coach as well as being a certified MBTI trainer.

The sponsor was Truly Yours, Kelly!, a unique gift shop and consignment store located in the Crestwood section of Tuckahoe, NY. More info is at www.TrulyYoursKelly.com.

Music that was played included the theme song "Side by Side," sung by Kay Starr and an excerpt from "Firework" by Katy Perry hear the beginning and the end of the show.

Very positive lyrics from the song at are to be discussed on the next show are as follows: (Source - internet website at:

http://www.directlyrics.com/katy-perry-firework-lyrics.htm

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Do you ever feel like a plastic bag
Drifting throught the wind
Wanting to start again

Do you ever feel, feel so paper thin
Like a house of cards
One blow from caving in

Do you ever feel already buried deep
Six feet under scream
But no one seems to hear a thing

Do you know that there's still a chance for you
Cause there's a spark in you

You just gotta ignite the light
And let it shine
Just own the night
Like the Fourth of July

Cause baby you're a firework
Come on show 'em what you're worth
Make 'em go "Oh, oh, oh!"
As you shoot across the sky-y-y

Baby you're a firework
Come on let your colors burst
Make 'em go "Oh, oh, oh!"
You're gunna leave 'em fallin' down-own-own

You don't have to feel like a waste of space
You're original, cannot be replaced
If you only knew what the future holds
After a hurricane comes a rainbow

Maybe you're reason why all the doors are closed
So you could open one that leads you to the perfect road
Katy Perry Firework lyrics found on http://www.directlyrics.com/katy-perry-firework-lyrics.html

Like a lightning bolt, your heart will blow
And when it's time, you'll know

You just gotta ignite the light
And let it shine
Just own the night
Like the Fourth of July

Cause baby you're a firework
Come on show 'em what you're worth
Make 'em go "Oh, oh, oh!"
As you shoot across the sky-y-y

Baby you're a firework
Come on let your colors burst
Make 'em go "Oh, oh, oh!"
You're gonna leave 'em all in awe-awe-awe"

Boom, boom, boom
Even brighter than the moon, moon, moon
It's always been inside of you, you, you
And now it's time to let it through

Cause baby you're a firework
Come on show 'em what your worth
Make 'em go "Oh, oh, oh!"
As you shoot across the sky-y-y

Baby you're a firework
Come on slet your colors burst
Make 'em go "Oh, oh, oh!"
You're gonna leave 'em all in awe-awe-awe

Boom, boom, boom
Even brighter than the moon, moon, moon
Boom, boom, boom
Even brighter than the moon, moon, moon

1/1/11

Transition, including gender transition.

The show was conducted by Frank Sisco and co-hosts Tom Sullivan and Ken Kline. The instudio guests were (1) Li Osborne who described transitioning from corporated employee to self-employed dance instructor and more expressive of her femininity (2) Kelly Sisco, owner of Truly Yours, Kelly!, who discussed overcoming some of her issues including OCD as helped by her operating and a business, and also discussed the challlenges of having a transgender father (3) Chris DiGiorgio, founder of S.A.F.E (___________), sponsor of various seminar and meditation groups. Call in guests included (1) Pam Hoffman, wife of a a man who was recently disabled by ha stroke (2) Dr. Jack Jaffe, psychologist and auhtor (who was recently widowed (3) Brie Austin, transgender advocate who discussed many aspects of gender transition.

The sponsor was Truly Yours, Kelly!, a unique gift shop and consignment store located in the Crestwood section of Tuckahoe, NY. More info is at www.TrulyYoursKelly.com.

Music that was played included the theme song "Side by Side," sung by Kay Starr.

12/14/10

Stress during the holiday season.

The show focused on stress during the holiday season and ways to reduce it. The show was conducted by Frank Sisco and co-hosts Tom Sullivan and Ken Kline.

In-studio guests (and their contact info) were:

(1) Dr. Paul Moglia, psychologist (914.964.0336)

(2) Mike Macagnone, publisher of Worthies magazine and author of the recent article "How Not to Stress For Any Holiday." (www.Worthiescom, office - 914.664.6083, cell - 914.330.2877)

(3) Steve Gottlieb, empowerment agent and healer and practitioner of Emotion Freedom Technique (www.StevenGHealing.com and 914.997.7873)

The call-in guests (and their contact info) were:

(1) Heather Powell, actor/singer, (919.524.4752) talking wbout her duo with Merrie Nell Spence 407.595.1023) and their show, tourning nationally, called "Lipstick and Camouflage."

(2) Chris, a frequent listener of WVOX

The sponsor was Truly Yours, Kelly!, a unique gift shop and consignment store located in the Crestwood section of Tuckahoe, NY. More info is at www.TrulyYoursKelly.com.

Music that was played included : (1) the show's theme song "Side by Side," sung by Kay Starr (2) "We Wish You a Merry Christmas (Instrumental performed by The Starlite Orchestra & Singers - Song 1 on Disc 1 of the 3-disc set called "The Spirit of Christmas." (3) song parody - "Sarah Palin Shot Rudolph the Reindeer" written and sung live by Tom Sullivan, along with music played on karaoke CD and group singing "Prayer of St. Francis" (music version by Sebatian-Temple). (sung for Elizabeth Sachs, currently in the hospital).

To play the videoclip (or to pause it), just click on the button below. Enjoy!

Video of Tom Sullivan singing his song parody in WVOX studio on 12.14.10

Song Parody - mp3 of "Sarah Palin shot Rudolf the Reindeer"

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Sent: Thu, Dec 9, 2010 11:06 pm
Subject: Song parody I wrote

(and email to Fran(k) Sisco on 12/15/10) to ideasmoney@aol.com

To the tune of "Grandma Got Run Over By a Reindeer"

Chorus: Sarah Palin shot Rudolf the Reindeer
Flying through the air on Christmas Eve
You may think you've seen too much of Sarah
But I believe that girl will never leave

From the frozen state, Alaska
Comes a girl that we all know
Got a question, well, just aska
And she will answer on your TV show

She met Todd way back in high school
Soon he asked her for a date
And because she thought he was cool
His offer she did not refudiate

Chorus: Sarah Palin - - -

On Christmas Eve she waits for Santa
She waits as quiet as a mouse
And as he's flying over Russia
She sees him from the bedroom in her house

Rudolf's nose is like a beacon
His reflexes like a cat
Sarah aims and fires and shoots him
For she found out he is a Democrat

Chorus: Sarah Palin - - -

And now Rudolf's feeling better
He survived his great ordeal
He will fly again next Christmas
Instead of being Sarah's tasty meal

Come and lead us, Sarah Palin
Get your gun down from the shelf
Do it now, our country's ailin
And take out some subversive little elf

Chorus: Sarah Palin shot Rudolf the Reindeer
Flying through the air on Christmas Eve
You may think you've seen too much of Sarah
But I believe that girl will never leave
Yes I believe that girl will never leave

11/09/10

Do-it-yourself vs getting help from others.

The show was conducted by Frank Sisco and co-hosts Tom Sullivan and Ken Kline. Nancy Cetta joined midway. The instudio guests were (1) Shelly Gartner who discussed his recently created song parody called "I Kissed a Goy," paroding the Katy Perry song called "I Kissed a Girl" and (2) Nancy Cetta who discussed practical examples dealing with the show's theme. The call in guests was Jack Jaffe, psychologist and author of two novels ( "Land of Dreams" and "Hobgoblins," published by AuthorHouse, who commented on kety steps in making decisions, including being guided by facilitators. For more info, visit www.jaffeauthor.co.

The sponsor was Truly Yours, Kelly!, a unique gift shop and consignment store located in the Crestwood section of Tuckahoe, NY. More info is at www.TrulyYoursKelly.com.

Music that was played included the theme song "Side by Side," sung by Kay Starr.

For the mp3 audiotrack and the lyrics for "I Kissed a Goy" by Shelly Gartner, please click here.

10/12/10

Smiling through the crisis.

The show was conducted by Frank Sisco and co-hosts Tom Sullivan and Ken Kline. The call in guests were (1) Jack Jaffe, psychologist and author of two novels ( "Land of Dreams" and "Hobgoblins," published by AuthorHouse, who commented on the importance of humor in dealing with stress For more info, visit www.jaffeauthor.com and and (2) Sherry Davey, comedian and comedy writer, who shared ideas and jokes about this financial crisis and stress in general. For more info, visit www.SherryDavey.com. Tom Sullivan shared several jokes he wrote.

The sponsor was Truly Yours, Kelly!, a unique gift shop and consignment store located in the Crestwood section of Tuckahoe, NY. More info is at www.TrulyYoursKelly.com.

Music that was played included the theme song "Side by Side," sung by Kay Starr.

9/14/2010

Key steps for crisis prevention.

The show was conducted by Frank Sisco and co-hosts Tom Sullivan and Ken Kline. The in-studio guests were (1) Rob Basso, entrepreneur, small businessman and advocate for dealing with business crisis, (contact at www.BassoOnBusiness.com) and (2) Danny Gray, musician and songwriter Call-in listener, John, discussed the benefits of moving from a high-cost state to a lower-cost state.

The sponsor was Truly Yours, Kelly!, a unique gift shop and consignment store located in the Crestwood section of Tuckahoe, NY. The theme song was played as background to a radio ad about the Consignment Auction Night event on 10/2/10 starting at 6p,. More info is at www.TrulyYoursKelly.com.

Music that was played included the theme song "Side by Side."

8/10/2010

Dealing with change effectively can help dealing with crisis.

The show was conducted by Frank Sisco and co-hosts Tom Sullivan and Ken Kline. The call-in guest was Ian Harvie, trans comedian who lives in California and has undergone 2 significant changes (1) transitioned his gender from female to male and (2) moved from rurual Maine to Los Angeles.

The sponsor was Truly Yours, Kelly!, a unique gift shop and consignment store located in the Crestwood section of Tuckahoe, NY. The theme song was not played as usual, but is included on the website at www.TrulyYoursKelly.com.

Music that was played included the theme song "Side by Side."

7/13/2010

Comedy is an important way to relieve stree, express yourself, communiate with others and deal with crisis.

The show was conducted by Frank Sisco and co-hosts Tom Sullivan and Ken Kline. In-studio guests included (1) David Steven Simon, comedy writer and creator of many televion shows (2) Sarah Young, writer, ventriolquist and performance artist and ther mini-me dummy Allie and (3) Steven Kline (son of Ken).

Call-in guests - (1) Shelly Gartner, singer-songwirieter and musician (piano).

Music that was played included the theme song "Side by Side," and songs by Shelly Gartner: (1) Money (2) I Got a Dog and (3) Extremeties and Us.

6/8/2010

The Apple iPad (a magical and revolutionary product at an unbelievable price) can be an important tool to creatively increase business income, develop new services, and improve skills and acumen.

The show was conducted by Frank Sisco and Kelly Sisco, who opened it. (Tom Sullivan, co-host, was attending a middle school event at which his younger daughter was accepting an award. Ken Kline, periodice co-host, was off to attand an event in Manhattan.) There were no in-studio guests, but 2 call-in guests.

Call-in guests - (1) Brian Desrosier, owner of Computer SuperCenter of Greenwich,located at 103 Mason Street, Greenwich CT 06830. Contact Brian and staff at 203.661.1700 or at info@computersupercenter.com, or visit their website at www.computersupercenter.com and (2) Jim M., a New Rochelle resident.

Music that was played included the theme song "Side by Side."

5/11/2010

Writing can be a meaningful way to cope with crisis and to connect to the past and to loved ones.

The show was conducted by Frank Sisco and Tom Sullivan. (Ken Kline was off for his son's birthday.)In-studio guests - (1) David A. Steinberg, author of "Hiking the Road to Ruins," a hiking guide published by Rivergate Books, an imprint of Rutgers University Press (2) Kevin L. Hayes, author of "Joy of My Heart - A Saint Patrick's Day Tale,"illustrated by Bud Boccone and published by Xlibris (3) Pam Mickatavage, author of "Mom's Time Out," and illustrated by Anthony Valbiro and (4) Kelly Sisco, author of the monthly column called "Shopkeeper Tales" that appears in the complimentary magazine "Worthies" throughout Westchester County.

Call-in guests - (1) Jack Jaffe, psychologist and author of "Land of Dreams", published by AuthorHouse, and other writings, including a journal about his deceased wife, Irma. For more info, visit www.jaffeauthor.com and (2) Nathaniel Goldberg, poet, musician and author of a collection of poems called "Musings of a Madman."

The sponsor was Truly Yours, Kelly!, a unique gift shop and consignment store located in the Crestwood section of Tuckahoe, NY. The theme song was played and is included on the website at www.TrulyYoursKelly.com.

Music that was played included the theme song "Side by Side" and the theme song and jingle for Truly Yours, Kelly.

4/13/2010

(1) Last minute tax tips before filing (2) Using the iPad to enhance skills and increase business in order to better cope with the current crisis.

The show was conducted by Frank Sisco, Tom Sullivan and Ken Kline. In-studio guest - Kelly Sisco who is (1) owner and manager of Truly Yours, Kelly!, a sponsor and candidate for the Apple iPad and (2) an expert on the Apple iPhone. Call-in guests - (1) Luis, a Tiier One (beginner level) tech support person with Apple Computer for iPhones (but not an owner of the iPhone or the iPad, and not a good example of an Apple evangelist.

Music that was played besides the theme song "Side by Side" (1) "Don't tell your eyes" by Joseph Arthur on the "Nuclear Daydream" CD, when testing the Shazam application on the iPhone.

3/9/2010

Coping with Change on a Personal Level, especially the loss of a job, a decline in a business or a severe finaancial loss, and using helping organizations.

In-studio guest - Roberta Leiner. Interview with Roberta Leiner, manager of Connect-to Care, a unit of the UJA Federation of New York. Connect-to-Care resources can be accessed by phone to 1.877.852.6951 or by email to connecttocare@wjcs.com or via the web at www.ujafedny.org/connect-to-care. The interview was done by Frank Sisco, Tom Sullivan and Ken Kline who arranged the guest appearance.

Call-in guests - (1) T erry, a Westchester County magazine publisher who has several small business clients who are coping with change.) (2) Diane, a Tarrytown resident who is providing emotional support to her husband who has been laid -off from is financial services industry job.(3) Brandon, a Queens, NY resident who has a friend recently unemployed in the graphics arts business.

Music that was played besides the theme song "Side by Side" including (1) "Tax Man" by George Harrison and the Beatlles and (3) Look for the Silver Lining.

2/9/2010

Three parts (1) Changes in radio and televsion industries per Interview with David Hinckley byTom Sullivan and Frank Sisco, prerecorded on 2/2/10 (2) Discussion of Connect to Care, part of UJA (3) Tax developments and strategies

Focus of show was on change - in radio and televsion, in getting help and in taxes.

The three parts are: (1) Changes in radio and televsion industries per Interview with David Hinckley byTom Sullivan and Frank Sisco, prerecorded on 2/2/10 (2) Discussion of Connect to Care, part of UJA, led by Ken Kline (3) Tax developments and strategies .(primarily income tax but also some discussion of income tax including the new tax act provisions, Roth conversion homebuyer credits, etc. Most information was provided by Frank Sisco with Tom Sullivan and Ken Kline making comments and asking questions. There were towin-studio guests: (1) Steve Serwatka, CPA (203-550-7718) and (2) Ken Kline, marketing expert- (tel 917.751.7707 and at www.DriveTimeNetwork.com. There was one Call in guest (Tony of Stamford regarding rolllover IRAs.)

Music that was played besides the theme song "Side by Side" including (1) "Tax Man" by George Harrison and the Beatlles and (2) "Sunny Afternoon" by the Kinks.

2/2/2010

Interview with David Hinckley byTom Sullivan and Frank Sisco

25 minute interview with David Hinckley, columnist for radio and television for the New York Daily News. The interview covered topics in the news including (a) recent changes in hosts for late night talk shows (b) aspects of reporting (c) changes in the industries, including how the internet is affecting radio and television, satellite radio, etc. (d) personalities and (e) examples of radio programs.

1/12/2010

Taxes can be fun.

Focus of show was on taxes (primarily income tax but also some discussion of income tax including the new tax act provisions, audits and tax notices, ways to reduce taxes, etc. Also discussed were estate taxes, sales taxes, real estate taxes and other taxes. Most information was provided by Frank Sisco with Tom Sullivan and Ken Kline making comments and asking questions. There was one in-studio guest (Ken Kline is marketing expert- (tel 917.751.7707) at www.DriveTimeNetwork.com. There was one Call in guest (Nick regarding Alternative Minimum Tax.)

Music that was played besides the theme song "Side by Side" including (1) "Tax Man" by George Harrison and the Beatlles and (2) "Sunny Afternoon" by the Kinks.

12/9/2009

How to market your small business in this crisis, particularly during the holiday season. .

(1) In studio guest: Ken Klein, marketing expert- (tel 917.751.7707) at www.DriveTimeNetwork.comCall in guest - (2) Terri Vitale, publisher of the quarterly magazine called "Fabulous and Frugal," with both guest covering topics including advertising, marketing, the use of print advertising, direct mail, event marketing, public relations, etc. Also, discussion of marketing activities of the sponsor, "Truly Yours, Kelly!" - a unique gift shop selling a combination of new and consigned merchandise in Tuckahoe, NY, owned by Kelly Sisco (Frank's daughter). During the show, the store's theme song was played.

11/10/09

Callers' questions about the crisis, and dealing with it.

In studio guest:Steve Serwatka, CPA, with an office in Greenwich, CT (Tel 203.550.7718) . Call-in guests included (1) Ed Patti (question about unemployment (2) Mr. Cam (comment about the political aspect of economic cycles and (3) Jim Maffucci (question about why it is tougher economically for families than it was 30 years ago.

10/13/09

Using jingles and musical commercials
to stimulate business (with TYK draft song)

In studio guests: (1) Kelly Sisco, owner of Truly Yours, Kelly! located at 269-271 Columbus Ave.Tuckahoe, NY 10707 914.361.1149 www.TrulyYoursKelly.com (2) Joe Geraghty (914.582.3177) (3) Ken Kline (917.751.7707) (4) Steve Mayo (914.806.0904) (5) Tom Foley (914.489.3574) Call in guest: Rob Mounsey, song producer, composer, arranger, writer, musician, etc. (www.robmounsey.com)

9/8/09

Using music to reduce stress

In studio guests: (1) Nathaniel Goldberg (Papahawk - musician, singer, poet, songwriter) and spouse Adrianna. Call in guests: (1) Bobbi Tammaro, producer, composer, musician - www.funkeeboymusic.com (2) Connie Tomaino, Executive Director of Institute for Music and Neurologic Function - www.MusicHasPower.org (3) (3) Evan LeFloch, mortgage professional with Warshaw Capital in Stamford, CT, 203.708.0001 (4) Don Gray, lyricist, son is Danny Gray, composer and pianist - www.dannygray.com.

8/11/09

Small business (2 of 2)

In studio guests:(1) Kelly Sisco, owner of Truly Yours, Kelly!located at 269-271 Columbus Ave. Tuckahoe, NY 10707, 914.361.1149, www.TrulyYoursKelly.com (2) Pat DeGiorgio, owner of home improvements business and CPA, 914.882.2489 (3) Evan LeFloch, mortgage professional with Warshaw Capital in Stamford, CT, 203.708.0001(No call in guests)

7/14/09

Small business (1 of 2)

In studio guests: (1) Steve Serwatka, CPA (2) Ron Newman, owner of the Village Launderette in Eastchester, NY. Call-in guests: (1) Tony Aversano (Fish Bowl Pets), (2) Dr.Benn Lieberman (South Bedford Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery) (3) Tony O’Sullivan (owner of Stephen’s Green) (4) Jim Maffucci (5) Steve Gottlieb (Long term care specialist).

6/9/09

The Great Depression

In-studio guest include Steve Gottlieb and Kelly Sisco. Includes prerecorded interview with Joe Franklin on 6/3/09, and live call-in guest seniors Joe Kramer, Steve Acunto and Jeanne Maffucci. Includes Depression-era songs such as Side By Side, Brother Can You Spare a Dime. Look for the Silver Lining,

1/20/09

Various questions to Frank regarding money and the crisis.

1/13/09

1/6/09

12/23/08

12/16/08

Frank relates story about a client's involvement with Bernard Madoff, and informaiton regarding Ponzi schemes.

12/9/08

12/2/08

Various financial planning suggestions.

Note regarding music: In the beginning and ending of several shows is the playing of "Nueva Vida," (which means New Life in Spanish), produced by Julius Melendez and on his excellent CD called "Passion and Romance." Contact us and we can arrange for your purchase of it.