Hey there! It's me, Brian. Since you're here, let me tell you a little about myself. I was born and raised in Albany and currently live there with my girlfriend Samantha and our two cute little doggies named Biggie and Tiny. Adding to the nuthouse is my son Brody who is growing up incredibly fast, but getting more and more talented, funny, and handsome by the day. I feel very lucky to be able to spend time with you in the morning making you laugh, making you think, and sometimes even making you a little angry. But man, it's a privilege to do the show each and every day with Chrissy. I enjoy writing and talking about all things sports, wildlife, Capital Region nostalgia, interesting local people, and any and all of the quirky things I observe while living in the 518. E-Mail: brian@wgna.com
Brian
Watch as Men in Upstate NY Marvel at Massive Moose on the Move
Holy Bull! I know a lot of people from Upstate NY who say they would love to see a majestic moose in the wild, and I'm one of them.
Watch below as a massive bull moose makes its way through Upstate NY, while two buddies marvel at the rarity of the moment.
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Mom of Missing Schenectady Teen Reacts to ‘Rumors’ of Floating Body
Thursday, a body was seen in the Mohawk River, and some thought it could have been missing teen Samantha Humphrey, but her mom seems to think otherwise.
Schenectady teenager Samantha Humphrey left home on Black Friday, November 25th at around 11 pm and she hasn't been seen since...
Experts Say Bird Sighting in Upstate NY was Very Rare! Here’s Why
Natalie Aldrich was outside birdwatching and enjoying the outdoors in Upstate New York a few weeks ago when she spotted something in a tree that seemed a little bit unusual. Unable to make it out, she went in for a closer look. What was it?
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Upstate School Gets Chilly Reception with Racially Insensitive Snowman
Was it a simple misunderstanding, a failed attempt at humor taken out of context, or blatantly racist? That's up to you to decide.
Either way, a school in Upstate New York found themselves left out in the cold on Tuesday after a picture they posted on their social media created a bit of backlash and controversy.
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NY State Police Warn About Imposter Cops Asking for Money
Residents in New York State were warned about a scam on Tuesday where imposters asked for credit card information and requested monetary donations while pretending to be part of a union that supports the police. Don't fall for it!
On Tuesday, members of the New York State Police explained to residents in Upstate New York that they "received several calls from residents in the Wayne County ar
For the Love of Kids, GNA will Sound ‘Different’ for a Few Days
Beginning tomorrow morning just after 6 AM, and running through Friday until about 7 PM, GNA, the radio station that you know - and love - will sound a little bit different.
It’s a Chocolate Lover’s Dream this Weekend in Saratoga County
If you or someone you know loves chocolate, get on board - this festival is a chocolate lovers' dream and for the 8th consecutive year, it's coming back to the Capital Region this weekend.
And, with Valentine's Day just a few weeks away, why not stock up on the good stuff now rather than wait until the last minute...
One of Albany’s Fastest Growing Neighborhoods to Get Brand New Gym
If you haven't driven through the area of Albany on New Scotland Avenue adjacent to Albany's Washington Park in a few years, a lot has changed, and more is coming.
One of the fast-growing areas in Albany located near Albany Medical Center has grown exponentially in the last half-decade or so with the addition of apartment buildings, a Chipotle, a soon-to-open Buffalo Wild Wings, and now, a new pla
Liam Neeson Lives Like a King in this 34,000 sq. ft. Mansion Upstate NY
One of Hollywood's biggest stars, Liam Neeson is reportedly worth over $150 million dollars. It shouldn't come as a surprise, considering that the 69-year-old has been in almost 100 films.
Born in Northern Ireland, the leading man with starring roles in films like Schindler's List, Star Wars Episode 1, Batman Begins and the Taken franchises, commands somewhere in the neighborhood of $20 million p
Inside the Home of a Hollywood Top Dog – Just 90 Mins from Albany!
Check Out the 14-Acre, $8.5M Mansion Bought Over the Summer by one of the most notable actors in Hollywood - Just 90 Mins from Albany!
Throughout the years, few actors in Hollywood have been as bankable as Matt Damon. The Massachusetts-born A-list celebrity made his acting debut in 1988 in the film Mystic Pizza and hasn't stopped working since - and his films have reportedly earned nearly $4 bill
33 Years Ago today Top Venue in Upstate NY Has First Ever Show!
Do you remember where you were on Tuesday night January 30th, 1990? That evening, thousands convened at the venue formerly known as the Knickerbocker Arena for the first live show of its existence.
Some of you may not have even been alive - or perhaps you're too young to remember this historic night in downtown Albany.
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Clifton Park Star Makes Case for NBA All Star Weekend in Viral Video
I'm not sure the average sports fan here in the Capital Region knows how good NBA player and former Shen star, Kevin Huerter, really is.
Unfortunately, last year, he was traded from the Atlanta Hawks to the Sacramento Kings, and we see fewer of his games on TV, but trust me, the boy is ballin'...