Welcome to EP.99 of Good News York!
In this episode, hosts Matt Masur and Mike Brindisi sit down with Danny Leidka from Visit Syracuse to talk all things Syracuse, NY—tourism, sports, film, and community pride! Discover the latest on local events, economic development, the booming film industry, and why Syracuse is a must-visit destination in Central New York.
🔥 Trending Topics Covered:
Syracuse tourism & travel tips
Local events & things to do in Syracuse
Economic development & Micron project
Syracuse sports: football, baseball, and more
Film industry growth in Upstate NY
Community engagement & local businesses
Visit Syracuse insider info
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Chapters:
00:00 – Intro & Episode 99 Kickoff
00:57 – Welcoming Back Danny Leidka (Visit Syracuse)
01:36 – What is Visit Syracuse?
03:17 – The Power of Community & Teamwork
05:28 – Social Media & FOMO: Promoting Syracuse
07:28 – Fall & Winter Events in Syracuse
10:34 – The Impact of Syracuse Sports
13:31 – Baseball, Community, and the Syracuse Mets
16:03 – Film Industry Growth in Syracuse
19:34 – Repurposing Spaces for Film & TV
22:00 – Building Local Talent & Workforce
24:30 – The Role of Local Universities
26:42 – Economic Development: Micron & Youth Sports
29:30 – Tourism Trends & Overcoming Challenges
32:14 – Attracting International Visitors (World Cup 2026)
34:34 – Upstate vs. Central New York: The Ongoing Debate
37:00 – Where to Find More: Visit Syracuse Info
38:32 – Final Thoughts & Episode 100 Teaser
🔗 Useful Links:
Visit Syracuse: https://www.visitsyracuse.com/
Thanks for watching! Drop your questions or favorite Syracuse spots in the comments below. See you for Episode 100! 🚀
