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BMaz & Beamer

Maz & Beamer is a daily one hour show on WBEN that goes in-depth on some of the main issues facing the Buffalo region. Brian and Joe will discuss anything from beer to politics and everything in between.
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Episodes

Is the Catholic Church Moving On? 5-20

Over the Weekend Bishop Malone presided over confirmation ceremonies at St. Gregory the Great, how does this look for the Catholic Church trying to move on? Listen to BMaz and Beamer LIVE Weekdays 9a-10a on NewsRadio 930 WBEN!

May 20, 202440 min

Weight Loss Drugs 5-17

Johann Hari joins the show to discuss his new book Magic Pill: The Extraordinary Benefits and Disturbing Risks of the New Weight-Loss Drugs, and Brian and Joe discuss weight loss drugs, and what they could mean for the future. Listen to BMaz and Beamer LIVE Weekdays 9a-10a on NewsRadio 930 WBEN!

May 17, 202440 min

What Class is Missing in High School? 5-10

A California ballot initiative would mandate personal finance class in high schools, is this a good idea? And what else should be taught in High School to better prepare you for the real world? Listen to BMaz and Beamer Weekdays 9a-10a on NewsRadio 930 WBEN!

May 10, 202439 min

NFL to Allow Private Equity in Team Ownership

Brian speaks with Randall Williams of Bloomberg, who wrote the story "NFL Poised to Allow Teams to Sell 30% of Franchise to Private Equity" on what it means for teams like the Buffalo Bills.

May 08, 202420 min

Weed and Sports Gambling 5-1

The Federal Government will change it's classification, and Dave and Busters will allow you to bet on arcade games. Listen to BMaz and Beamer LIVE Weekdays 9a-10a on NewsRadio 930 WBEN!

May 01, 202439 min

Cell Phones in Schools 4-30

Ontario is passing legislation cracking down on Cell Phones in School, good idea? We think so! Listen to BMaz and Beamer LIVE Weekdays 9a-10a on NewsRadio 930 WBEN!

Apr 30, 202438 min

Getting Out of Traffic Ticket 4-29

After the Monroe County DA used the "I'm THE DA" defense, we ask what is the best way to get out of a traffic ticket? Listen to BMaz and Beamer LIVE Weekdays 9a-10a on NewsRadio 930 WBEN!

Apr 29, 202438 min

Does "Hey" Bother You? 4-26

We start the show joined by Jack Hopewell, who plays Jesus on the touring show "Jesus Christ Superstar", and then we discuss peoples problem with the word "Hey" in the office. Listen to BMaz and Beamer LIVE Weekdays 9a-10a on NewsRadio 930 WBEN!

Apr 26, 202439 min

AirBnB Ban 4-25

Should AirBnBs be banned in residential neighborhoods? Listen to BMaz and Beamer LIVE Weekdays 9a-10a on NewsRadio 930 WBEN!

Apr 25, 202439 min

Lindy Ruff is Back/ Children at a Show? 4-23

Lindy Ruff is back in Buffalo, and where can you bring your kids, and where should you NOT bring your kids? Listen to BMaz and Beamer LIVE Weekdays 9a-10a on NewsRadio 930 WBEN!

Apr 23, 202439 min

Bring Back Lindy 4-17

Lindy Ruff should be the next coach of the Buffalo Sabres! Listen to BMaz and Beamer LIVE Weekdays 9a-10a on NewsRadio 930 WBEN!

Apr 17, 202438 min

Jury Duty and Granato Fired 4-16

Is it possible to find a non bias jury for Trump trial in NYC? Have you ever been selected for a jury? And the Breaking News of The Sabres firing Don Granato. Listen to BMaz and Beamer LIVE Weekdays 9a-10a on NewsRadio 930 WBEN!

Apr 17, 202436 min

OJ Simpson and Grilled Cheese 4-12

We discuss OJ Simpsons passing, Also, is Grilled Cheese Americas number one sandwich? Listen to BMaz and Beamer LIVE Weekdays 9am-10am on NewsRadio 930 WBEN!

Apr 12, 202438 min

What is Bigger than the Eclipse? 4-11

The Answer is almost everything. Also, what's a Hostel, and have you stayed in one? Listen to BMaz and Beamer LIVE Weekdays 9a-10a on NE

Apr 11, 202439 min

Pro Soccer in Buffalo?

Brian is joined by Peter Marlette Jr., President of Buffalo Pro Soccer, who has been awarded the right to start a USL Championship team in Buffalo. Can pro soccer work in Buffalo? Can a stadium be built in Buffalo for it by 2026?

Mar 29, 202439 min

Tonawanda Supervisor Joe Emminger

Town of Tonawanda Supervisor Joe Emminger talks with Brian about potentially changing the Brighton Golf Course from 18-holes to 12-holes to make way for a new housing development.

Mar 27, 202410 min

The Anxious Generation

Brian speaks with Zach Rausch, the lead researcher for The Anxious Generation, a new book that makes an argument for ending the "phone based childhood." The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt is out March 26

Mar 25, 202438 min

What will The PSL Price Be? 3-22

What will the PSL price range be at the New Highmark Stadium? We don't know, but we discuss possibilities and rumors! Listen to BMaz and Beamer LIVE Weekdays 9a-10a on NewsRadio 930 WBEN!

Mar 22, 202438 min

The Biggest Story in WNY 3-18

The biggest story in Western New York is Albert the Alligator, and we're asking what should be done? And what wild Animal have you owned? Listen to BMaz and Beamer LIVE Weekdays 9a-10a on NewsRadio 930 WBEN!

Mar 18, 202439 min

Hamburg Alligator 3-15

Tony Cavallaro joins the show to talk about his Alligator Albert being taken away, and then we get your reaction. Listen to BMaz and Beamer LIVE Weekdays 9a-10a on NewsRadio 930 WBEN!

Mar 15, 202441 min

Reassessment Talk with North Tonawanda Mayor Austin Tylec

Austin joins Brian in studio to give an outside perspective on how reassessment in Amherst is working, and why he thinks it is more of a benefit than most homeowners think. Plus, a bit of North Tonawanda talk.

Mar 11, 202440 min

Amherst Reassessment 3-4

What does reassessment mean for you? Listen to BMaz and Beamer LIVE Weekdays 9a-10a on NewsRadio 930 WBEN!!

Mar 04, 202439 min

Streaming TV 2-28

How much are you paying for TV? We ask that, and are joined by CNETs Courtney Jackson. Listen to BMaz and Beamer LIVE Weekdays 9a-10a on NewsRadio 930 WBEN!

Feb 28, 202439 min

Arena Upgrades 2-27

The Sabres annoucned Arena Upgrades, Brian and Joe have some things they'd like to add to the list. Listen to BMaz and Beamer LIVE Weekdays 9a-10a on NewsRadio 930 WBEN!

Feb 27, 202439 min

Back from Vacation! 2-26

We are back, and we are discussing different type of vacations. Listen to BMaz and Beamer LIVE Weekdays 9a-10a on NewsRadio 930 WBEN!

Feb 26, 202439 min

Sue O'Neil - "What's on tv and what are you drinking?"

WBEN welcomes Sue O'Neil from Kiss 98.5 to fill in for Brian and Joe this week! With temperatures expected to dip this weekend, will you be staying in? If so, what are you binge watching? Also discussed, a movement to be "sober curious" and living life without out alcohol. If you do drink, what are you drinking, and why?

Feb 23, 202438 min

Sue O'Neil - "What to do in WNY for the eclipse"

WBEN welcomes Sue O'Neil from Kiss 98.5 to fill in for Brian and Joe this week! Buffalo, New York will be in the "path of totality" for the solar eclipse happening on April 8th. What should visitors do while they're in Buffalo? We cover everything from food, to local landmarks! Find out more by listening to this episode!

Feb 22, 202437 min

Sue O'Neil - "How Many Stores Do You Shop At?"

WBEN welcomes Sue O'Neil from Kiss 98.5 to fill in for Brian and Joe this week! The WBEN.com web poll asks "How many different grocery stores do you frequent on a regular basis?". Todays program is about our grocery shopping habits, where we're shopping and why.

Feb 21, 202437 min
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