Emily Sachar

Aug 12, 2025 • 32 minutes

Episode 18: Elevator Breakdown at Rhinecliff Amtrak: A First-Hand Account

In this episode, publisher Walter Mullen becomes part of the news as guest Linda Hemphill shares her harrowing elevator trap at Rhinecliff Amtrak Station. Plus, Duchess County Fair preview.

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Aug 20, 2025 • 24 minutes

Episode 19: Exploring the Dutchess County Fair: A Special Edition of The Catch Up

Walter Mullen & Emily Sachar broadcast from Dutchess County Fair, exploring its history, attractions, food & heartwarming stories from 4-H participants & farmers.

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Aug 26, 2025 • 30 minutes

Episode 20: Show Champions and Star-Spangled Mornings

Dutchess County Fair highlights: Red Hook student Emily Coon wins Master Showman, Ariana Ramirez sings daily anthem, plus youth auction coverage

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Sep 2, 2025 • 23 minutes

Episode 21: Behind the Scenes of 'Annie' at the Rhinebeck Center for the Performing Arts

Behind-the-scenes chat with 'Annie' producers & director at Rhinebeck Center. Creative process, double casting & community theater insights

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Sep 8, 2025 • 29 minutes

Episode 22: Dutchess County Fair Pig Incident, Bridges Safety Measures Discussed

Walter and Emily cover a Dutchess County Fair incident involving the Koon family's pig display that led to an arrest, plus Hudson River bridge safety measures.

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Sep 16, 2025 • 27 minutes

Episode 23: A Resident's Novel Boat Club Proposal

Walter & Emily cover the eminent domain vs boat club issue. Resident Cary Kitner proposes town buy boat for community rides instead

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Sep 24, 2025 • 30 minutes

Episode 24: Algae Bloom Impacts: A Rhinebeck Report

Mayor Gary Bassett joins The Catch Up to discuss Hudson River algae bloom effects on water supply and collaborative cleanup efforts, plus an Amtrak towing tale

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Oct 1, 2025 • 24 minutes

Episode 25: Coal Tar Contamination Threatens Hudson River Communities

Coal tar contamination threatens Hudson River communities. Environmental reporter Claire Greenburger discusses the toxic legacy of industrial dumping and cleanup challenges.