That Sounds Terrific in the 585

11/20/2025

We are so excited about Mackenzie Reed’s new book!

Her upcoming adult debut, I Hope This Email Finds You in Hell, blends dark comedy, monsters, mystery, and a wild underworld road trip you won’t forget. Hear Mackenzie share on TST in the 585 ep 136 about what makes this story so special and why she can’t wait for readers to dive in.

11/06/2025

🎧 New Episode Alert!
Author Mackenzie Reed joins That Sounds Terrific in the 585 to talk about her journey from Nazareth College to HarperCollins, her upcoming adult debut I Hope This Email Finds You in Hell, and why growing up in the 585 continues to inspire her stories filled with heart, humor, and hijinks.

📚 Tune in now to hear how she turned Rochester roots into bestselling reads!

11/06/2025

🖋️ Every story starts somewhere. Hers began right here in Rochester.

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from the That Sounds Terrific Team!!!

Be sure to get into the true spirit of the season by checking out our sister podcast

Here is a Terrifying Short Tale created by our Terrifyingly Terrific intern Ashlyn!

10/16/2025

Our sister show That Sounds Terrifying has a live show at the Rochester Museum & Science Center during their After Dark: Carnival of Curiosity this Saturday! Don't miss the opportunity to for Terrifying tales with Nick and Jess!

Get Tickets at: https://rmsc.org/events/carnival/

10/09/2025

🎙️ “I’d rather be different than better.”
That’s how Ben Albert approaches business, creativity, and community.

In this episode of That Sounds Terrific in the 585, hosts Nick Koziol and Christine Green sit down with Ben, founder of Balbert Marketing, GrowGetters ONLY, and host of the Real Business Connections podcast to talk about standing out, staying genuine, and using AI as a force for connection.

From turning keynote speeches into original rap songs to helping others grow through collaboration, Ben reminds us that innovation isn’t about replacing people it’s about amplifying our creativity.

💡 Be different. Be bold. That’s how Rochester grows.

🎧 Watch or listen now: link in the comments.
#585 Real Business Connections

10/09/2025

🎙️ “I’d rather be different than better.”
That’s how Ben Albert approaches business, creativity, and community.

In this episode of That Sounds Terrific in the 585, hosts Nick Koziol and Christine Green sit down with Ben, founder of Balbert Marketing, GrowGetters ONLY, and host of the Real Business Connections podcast to talk about standing out, staying genuine, and using AI as a force for connection.

From turning keynote speeches into original rap songs to helping others grow through collaboration, Ben reminds us that innovation isn’t about replacing people it’s about amplifying our creativity.

💡 Be different. Be bold. That’s how Rochester grows.

🎧 Watch or listen now: link in the comments.
#585 Real Business Connections

09/25/2025

🏠 From rowing over cancer to ending homelessness, Dr. Michael Loete is leading with purpose and making the 585 and the world better! 🎙️ Catch Ep 134 now!
#585 ROCCREW Naiades Rowing Over Cancer Person Centered Housing Options Inc.

09/18/2025

That Sounds Terrifying is back for spooky season with all new Terrifying Short Tales!! Check out the first one in this post or anywhere you podcast!

We'reee Baaaack!!! Well almost...TST is kicking off the spooky season with Terrifying Short Tales!! Check out our premiere episode!!! TSTs are short stories with no discussion! We are excited to hear what you think!!!

Listen/watch anywhere you podcast or go to the TST website at: bit.ly/terrifyingtale1

09/11/2025

Today, we honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and remember the heroes who showed extraordinary courage. May we never forget their sacrifice and continue to stand united in compassion and resilience. #911