• Indiana Nash talks Proctors Bash, Stan and Shen talk Phoenix rivalry game and beer
    Mar 13 2025

    Daily Gazette senior feature writer Indiana Nash drops by the podcast studio to discuss Monday's Proctors Bash and the upcoming 2025-26 season.

    There was a lot of talent on the stage, Stan, Shen and Indiana talk about favorite shows, the crowd and what's next.

    Stan and Shen visitied Tree House Brewing Company earlier Monday and took in the sights and a few sips during their visit.

    Stan talked about his latest podcast 'Tell Me Your Story' and why this week's guest Steve Derrick hit home for him and his family.

    Shen gives a breaking news update on Belmont on Broadway and no, Chad Arnold, Singe is not a chicken!

    E-mail the show at StanandShen@gmail.com

    Stan and Shen visiti Tree House Brewing

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    39 mins
  • COVID-19 anniversary stories with Andrew Pugliese, Daily Gazette news editor
    Mar 8 2025

    It has been five years since the first reported case of COVID-19 and this week The Daily Gazette Family of Newspapers looks back in a series of stories from across the talented newsroom staff.

    Daily Gazette news editor Andrew Pugliese joined The Stan and Shen Show to talk about the series and where we all were during the early days the pandemic and how our lives changed.

    There is good news, early on as Stan talks about the price of eggs and the duo are excited for the March 13 showdown between the NY Phoenix and Albany Patroons at Armory Studios NY in Schenectady.

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    24 mins
  • NY Phoenix co-owner Sam Clifford talks opening weekend plans in Schenectady
    Feb 27 2025

    NY Phoenix co-owner Sam Clifford stopped by the Daily Gazette podcast studio to discuss the inaugural opening weekend for Schenectady's newest professional basketball team, the New York Phoenix.

    The squad opens at 7 p.m. this Friday, Feb. 28, at Amory Studio NY and will play again on March 1.

    Sam talked about bringing a team to Schenectady, the legendary basketball court that the Phoenix will play on, the players, working with his wife, Rebecca, and giving us an exclusive—the name of the Phoenix mascot!

    Stan and Shen talk about some good news, an end to the Saratoga Springs DPW special election, Sly the horse saved by Saratoga Springs PD, our visit to Cornerstone Veterinary Hospital's ribbon cutting; Stan talked about the Saratoga Beer Summit, and the two now have plans for the next Swiftie Brunch in March!

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    38 mins
  • Talking Belmont on Broadway 2.0 with Todd Shimkus
    Feb 20 2025

    Before the snow started to fly, Stan and Shen visited Todd Shimkus, President of the Saratoga Chamber of Commerce, to talk about Belmont on Broadway, from the success last year to plans for the upcoming event this June.

    We pressed him for a glimpse at who this year's musical acts could be and his wish list of who he would like to see perform on Broadway. Sorry, there is no scoop this week.

    After a new catchy intro, Stan asked Shen about Valentine's Day and her thoughts on this year's Belmont on Broadway before our interview with Todd.

    Shen talked about Restaurant Weeks throughout the Capital Region, we have some plans for new tastings, and Stan is looking forward to Saratoga Beer Summit this Saturday.

    Shen has several hot takes this week, declaring winter officially over and talking about winter safety by other drivers, followed by her disappointment in Kentucky Fried Chicken.

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    49 mins
  • The results from Chocolate, Chowder and the busy week for Stan and Shen
    Feb 13 2025

    Stan and Shen had a busy week with fun, news, watching the Super Bowl, breaking down the halftime show.

    They discuss a long Friday, enjoying Ballston Spa's Chocolate Fest before racing back for a reported shooting at Saratoga Springs Police Headquarters.

    Next up was news and fun at Chowderfest.

    They discuss the Super Bowl and the halftime show, and both select the Buffalo Bills for next year.

    This week, they delve into Shenan's stories in Saratoga County, court appearances, politics, and visiting Frank Gallo Florist for Biz Beat.

    Shenan will accept flowers and candy on Valentine's Day, Friday, Feb. 14 at the office.

    They talk about Tik Tok and Stan wanting to try two new food items, challenges and close out with some heartwarming personal news from both the hosts.

    You can now email the show at StanandShen@gmail.com

    For flower delivery on Valentine's Day for Shen - The Daily Gazette, 2345 Maxon Road, Schenectady, NY 12308

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    39 mins
  • Talking Saratoga Chowderfest and coffee and ice cream...
    Feb 6 2025

    It's a big weekend of food happenings in Saratoga County and Daily Gazette staffers Stan Hudy and Shenandoah Briere can't get enough of it... well, Stan can't.

    They talk about Saratoga's annual Chowderfest or as Shenan says Chowdah... news about pedestrian traffic safety, different chowders, soups, Shenan taking it off.... but Stan is thrilled to have his O.G. host, his wife, Reda filling in for the coverage.

    They talk about coffee consumption, Dunkin' badges, Stewart's coffee, mascot, and a Daily Gazette ice cream flavor?

    Full of flavor and laughs!

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    26 mins
  • Talking Chocolate Fest, our anniversary and can chocolate make you sad?
    Feb 6 2025

    It is the 1st anniversary of the unofficial start of The Stan and Shen show as they talk about their first event together, the Ballston Spa Chocolate Fest.

    Of course, Stan remembered...Shen didn't. But there were presents AND a look back at the saddest Shen video interview EVER recorded... they ran out of chocolate at a stop last year ... as she was in line.

    They talk chocolate, lots of chocolate, coffee, coverage beverages and their game plan for the Feb. 7 Chocolate Fest where they will be once again!

    Replaying Shen so sad at the 4-minute mark for your enjoyment!!!

    Chocolate Fest map and entries

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    20 mins
  • Judging the Soup Stroll - Talking big bites!
    Jan 30 2025

    Stan and Shen recap their roles as celebrity judges during the 9th annual Schenectady Soup Stroll as they tasted 30 different entries throughout downtown.

    They recap their own Top 3 entries, along with many honorable mentions.

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    30 mins