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LMC Cast: Community Profiles - OCRA Food Allergies Apr 05, 2026

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LMC Cast host Mike Witsch sits down with Mamaroneck High School students from the Allergy Awareness OCRA group to discuss their project making school lunches safer and more inclusive for students with food allergies. They share how research, collaboration, and advocacy, along with working closely with food service directors, and how they collaborate with them to make "Month-At-A-Glance-Menus." Learn more about the OCRA program here: sites.google.com/mamkschools.org/ocraFollow them: instagram.com/ocra_mhs/Like us on Facebook & Instagram: @lmcmediacenterVisit LMC media website: http://lmcmedia.org/

LMC Cast: OCRA Improving Accessibility for people with disabilities Apr 02, 2026

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LMC Cast host Mike Witsch sits down with Mamaroneck High School students from the OCRA program to discuss their initiative focused on improving accessibility in the Village of Larchmont. From researching transportation solutions to mapping sidewalk and curb ramp conditions, the students share how they are using data, community partnerships, and technology to create real change. Their latest effort includes developing a web-based tool to help residents report accessibility issues directly to local government.Learn more about the OCRA program here: sites.google.com/mamkschools.org/ocraFollow them: instagram.com/ocra_mhs/Like us on Facebook & Instagram: @lmcmediacenterVisit LMC media website: http://lmcmedia.org/

LMC Cast: Community Profiles OCRA - Pedestrian Safety Apr 01, 2026

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LMC Cast host Mike Witsch sits down with Mamaroneck High School seniors from the OCRA program to discuss their initiative bringing pedestrian safety education into elementary school PE classes. Inspired to take action after a tragic local accident, the students are working to create a curriculum that teaches young children how to stay safe and aware on the roads.Learn more about the OCRA program here: sites.google.com/mamkschools.org/ocraFollow them: instagram.com/ocra_mhs/Like us on Facebook & Instagram: @lmcmediacenterVisit LMC media website: http://lmcmedia.org/

LMC Cast: Community Profiles Ron Kamen & Oscar Capel, CEAC Mar 25, 2026

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On this episode of LMC Cast, host Matt Sullivan sits down with Ron Kamen and Oscar Capel to discuss the growing importance of clean energy and how local communities can take meaningful action.

As leaders in the sustainability space, Ron and Oscar share insights into the Business Council of Westchester’s Clean Energy Action Coalition event, highlighting how businesses, municipalities, and residents can collaborate to build a more energy-efficient and environmentally responsible future.

Learn more at:https://web.thebcw.org/atlas/events/2026-clean-energy-action-conference-powering-change-together-1849/detailsLike us on Facebook & Instagram: @lmcmediacenterVisit LMC media website: http://lmcmedia.org/

LMC Cast: Community Profiles MHS OCRA - Salt Marsh Ecology Mar 16, 2026

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Meet Alex, Ella, Olivia, and Gabe, four seniors at MHS in the Original Civic Research and Action (OCRA) program, who are working on promoting conservation in our local community. They've chosen to focus their efforts on Salt Marsh Ecology due to the ecosystem being crucial in water quality control and flood mitigation. Over their two years focusing on this issue they have worked with students at the middle school and elementary school educating them on the inner workings of salt marshes and how they and their families can conserve it. This project has led to collaborations with the local schools, Students and Save the Sound. Learn more about the OCRA program at: https://sites.google.com/mamkschools.org/ocraFollow: https://www.instagram.com/ocra_mhs/ Learn more about Save the Sound: https://www.savethesound.org/Like us on Facebook & Instagram: @lmcmediacenterVisit LMC media website: http://lmcmedia.org/

LMC Cast: Community Profiles Clay Bushong 2026 Mar 11, 2026

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In this episode, LMC Media Executive Director Matt Sullivan sits down with Clayton Bushong, a visionary leader and a cornerstone of the Westchester cultural scene. As the Executive Director of The Picture House Regional Film Center, Clay has played a pivotal role in preserving the art of cinema and expanding its reach across Pelham and Bronxville.

For more info on The Picture House Regional Film Center visit https://thepicturehouse.org/

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LMC Cast: Community Profiles Sleepy Hollow Cinema Feb 09, 2026

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Host Matt Sullivan is joined by Marc Solomon, Chair of Sleepy Hollow Cinema, a new nonprofit working to build a destination movie theater in the Hudson Valley.They talk about creating a cinema from the ground up, why horror is at the center of the vision, and how Sleepy Hollow aims to become the horror film capital of the country.Learn more here: https://www.sleepyhollowcinema.org/Like us on Facebook & Instagram: @lmcmediacenterVisit LMC media website: http://lmcmedia.org/

LMC Cast: Community Profiles Michael Berlingo "Starter You" Jan 31, 2026

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In this episode of LMC Cast, we sit down with Michael Berlingo, Founder and CEO of Starteryou, a career platform helping high school and college students find real job opportunities, internships, and skills-building experiences.

Michael shares the story behind launching Starteryou, the gaps he saw in traditional job searching for young people, and how his platform is empowering the next generation to explore careers with confidence.

👉 Perfect for students, parents, and educators interested in the future of work.🔗 Learn more: starteryou.comLike us on Facebook & Instagram: @lmcmediacenterVisit LMC media website: http://lmcmedia.org/

LMC Cast: Community Profile OCRA "Market Westchester" Jan 26, 2026

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On this episode of LMC Cast, we are joined by Ryan, Noah, and Dylan, students in the OCRA program at Mamaroneck High School. They share their final project, Market Westchester, a free and wide ranging marketing toolkit created to support small businesses across Westchester County.Market Westchester was built around a simple idea: that with the right tools, guidance, and community support, every local business has the potential to not just survive, but thrive. The platform offers practical resources to help small businesses navigate challenges like digital transformation, branding, and changing economic conditions.The students discuss the inspiration behind the project, what they learned through OCRA, and how local business owners can start using Market Westchester today.Learn more: marketwestchester.comLike us on Facebook & Instagram: @lmcmediacenterVisit LMC media website: http://lmcmedia.org/

LMC Cast: Community Profile Lamont Bryant, LBISY Jan 15, 2026

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Host Mike Reynolds sits down with former Rye Neck High School student/athlete Lamont Bryant as they discuss Lamont's high school days as well as his rapping experience (LBISY). They also discuss his podcast, The Bisy Extravaganza Podcast, and his hopes of being nominated for a Best of Westchester award!

The Bisy Extravaganza Podcasthttps://www.youtube.com/@YURRRITSLBISY

Best of Westchester Nominationshttps://bestof.westchestermagazine.com/Like us on Facebook & Instagram: @lmcmediacenterVisit LMC media website: http://lmcmedia.org/

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