WBFO Commentaries

Commentary: Liberty

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

With Independence Day just a few days away, Listener Commentator Gary Schindler finds himself reflecting on the meaning of liberty.

Commentary: Media Coverage of Michael Jackson's Death

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The coverage of Michael Jackson's untimely death last week was nearly non-stop on the cable news network. Listener-Commentator Mary Jo Jagord (JAY-gord) expressed relief that at least there was one station and network that was providing what she described as "real news."

Commentary: Throw Some Love to the Legacy Media

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

We're all aware of the out-of-proportion salaries paid to athletes these days. But listener-commentator Joe Marren wonders if such athletic paydays could be transferred to his former profession -- the legacy media.

Commentary: Time to Close the Curtain

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

For whatever reason, privacy is no longer an issue for millions of Facebook users who are compelled to post information about all aspects of their lives. Listener-Commentator Reed Rankin suggests it might be time to close the curtains, just a little.

Commentary: I Am the Press and So Are You

Tue, 12 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The blogosphere is filled with citizen journalists who are making their mark. Listener-Commentator Charles Pierson is one of them.

Commentary: A Nurse Remembers Her Patients with Special Pins

Tue, 05 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT

It has become a tradition for listener-commentator Marcia Gruber to recognize the contributions nurses make as they observe Nurses Week. This year, Marcia tells us the story of how one nurse recognizes the people she cares for.

Commentary: It's the Growth Rate, Stupid

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

There is much debate over the best way to pay for the economic stimulus package. Listener-Commentator Anthony Ogorek says simply raising taxes on the wealthy to pay for the stimulus is not the answer.

Commentary: The 2009 Orwell Awards

Tue, 07 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

It's that time of year for the annual Orwell Awards, presented by our listener-commentator Gary Earl Ross.

Commentary: The Awe of a Thunderstorm

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The arrival of Spring often brings a return of thunder and lightning. Listener-Commentator Chris Mackowski says even as an adult, he's still awed by a thunderstorm.

Commentary: A Clergyman Believes in Evolution

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The debate over evolution and creation theory can be contentious. Listener Commentator, Reverend Fred Jensen, says you can be a religious person and still believe in evolution.

Commentary: Learning Lessons of Love and Strength

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 04:00:00 GMT

On this St. Patrick's Day, our listener-commentator Amy Ludwig VanDerwater is remembering a man whose spirit lives on, especially on this holiday.

Commentary: Rope Tow Terror

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 04:00:00 GMT

As this year's ski season draws to a close, listener-commentator Jim Nolan remembers his trips to an area ski resort while growing up, and the terrifying pieces of equipment he encountered.

Commentary: In Praise of the Roswell Park Cancer Institute

Tue, 03 Mar 2009 05:00:00 GMT

It's comforting to know that when we need it, a community resource of the quality of the Roswell Park Cancer Institute is there -- ready to help. Listener-Commentator Dan Lenard says he experienced first hand just how good Roswell Park is.

Commentary: A Civil Rights Journey

Tue, 24 Feb 2009 05:00:00 GMT

As another Black History Month draws to a close, Listener-Commentator Joe Marren says this once good idea may no longer work. He says a recent trip down South left him feeling ashamed because there is so much we don't know about the history of civil rights.

Commentary: A Special Flight 3407 Story

Wed, 18 Feb 2009 05:00:00 GMT

There are so many stories relating to last Thursday's disastrous plane crash in Clarence. Listener-Commentator Christina Abt shares her own story about a valued trading card and the man who gave it to her.

Commentary: Kill Your Television?

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Television often takes a bad rap as a vast wasteland. But listener-commentator Todd Schoepflin has some good things to say about TV.

Commentary: Getting Real

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 05:00:00 GMT

There's so much in our lives that is false or fake. Listener-Commentator Amy Ludwig VanDerwater says it's time to get real.

Commentary: A Sense of Renewal

Tue, 27 Jan 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Americans are experiencing a sense of renewal following last week's inauguration of the nation's first African-American President. Western New York civic leader and regionalism expert Kevin Gaughan expresses a historic view on this new era.

Commentary: Privilege

Tue, 13 Jan 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Society has often labeled poor people as being "less fortunate." But listener-commentator, Fr. Daniel Weir says fortune has little to do with poverty. He says it's all about privilege.

Commentary: Where's My Invitation?

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 05:00:00 GMT

The inauguration of a new president is three weeks away. Listener-Commentator Joe Marren says he's anxiously waiting by his mailbox for his invitation.