Are We Sleeping on Buffalo's Spoken Word Scene?

Is Fame Destroying Mental Health in Pop Culture?

This week on Group Chat, we’re having a real conversation about mental health, burnout, pressure, and the emotional toll behind fame, success, and public life. From child stars and pop culture to social media, celebrity culture, and the pressure of always being “on”, we explore how mental health impacts the people we watch, support, and sometimes forget are human.

Is Comedy Changing? Colbert’s Exit, Viral Roast and Media Pressure

Comedy is changing, media is evolving, and audiences are reacting in real time. On this episode of Group Chat, we explore what feels like a turning point in entertainment culture with the end of Stephen Colbert late night show. From the viral attention surrounding the Kevin Hart roast to the changing influence of late night television, the conversation dives into comedy, censorship, audience backlash, internet culture and the search for authenticity in modern media.

How Did Festivals Become A Cultural Moment?

Festival season is officially here, and the group chat is outside. This week, we dive into the evolution of festival culture, from Coachella and Rolling Loud to Borderland, Porchfest and more. Why do festivals feel bigger than just music now? Are they about community, culture, status or experience? We break down the moments, memories, chaos, fashion, travel and hometown pride that makes festival season hit differently.

Is Social Media Creating Unrealistic Parenting Standards?

What does motherhood really look like behind the curated social media posts? In this episode, we have an honest conversation about identity, pressure, perfection, the mental load mothers carry, and how modern women are redefining what it means to be a “good mother.” From losing yourself in motherhood to evolving into someone new, this discussion dives into the realities many moms experience but rarely talk about.

Are We Sleeping on Buffalo's Spoken Word Scene?

April is National Poetry Month, and here in Buffalo, we’re closing it out by celebrating the voices and stories behind the poetry. This week on Group Chat, we sit down with local poets for a real conversation about their journey, what inspired them to start writing, and how poetry became their outlet. We also explore the creative process, the difference between writing and performing, and what it takes to share something so personal out loud. Whether you’re someone who writes, listens, or is just curious about the art form, this conversation is about connection, creativity, and understanding the power of poetry through a Buffalo lens.