Matt Herkimer

I'm native of New Hartford, raised in Utica and have been involved in broadcasting since 1967 in a number of on and off air capacities. For the past 25-plus years I have hosted and co-hosted the morning show on WFRG (Big Frog 104).Married with one daughter my hobbies include golfing. travel, history, reading, going to the gym, movies and music. We have 2 cats, Fenway and Parker so you can probably guess which baseball team I follow. Sorry Yankee fans.

Social Media Postings Can Cost You A Job

Social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter can be great in helping us keep up with friends and family. They can also be used by prospective employers to get an idea of what kind of person you are, what kind of life you lead and how you express yourself. Therefore, one must use caution when posting personal information lest it come back to bite you.

Brad Paisley Includes SPAC Fans on Latest Single “Mona Lisa” [VIDEO]

If you attended the Brad Paisley show at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) this past June you will be heard on his latest single "Mona Lisa". The song, from his latest album "Wheelhouse" was performed during his June 2nd show and now Brad has reworked the tune to include the crowd on the ending refrain.

“The Hunger Games:Catching Fire” To Rule At Box Office This Weekend [VIDEO]

"The Hunger Games", released in 2012, earned a reported $690 million dollars in box office receipts worldwide. The follow up, "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire" will more than likely exceed that amount. The film, starring Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson and Liam Hemsworth opens today. Another new movie, a comedy, "Delivery Man" with Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson also

Thompson Square Explores “Origins” Tonight on GAC

Kiefer and Shawna Thompson, collectively known as Thompson Square, paid their dues before hitting it big in Nashville. Tonight on GAC the husband and wife duo's long road to success is profiled on "Origins:Thompson Square".

Sesame Street Parodies “The Hunger Games” With “The Hungry Games” [VIDEO]

"The Hunger Games:Catching Fire" with Jennifer Lawrence will be opening tomorrow. Not to be outdone the gang at Sesame Street is offering a healthy alternative, "The Hungry Games:Catching Fur" starring the one and only Cookie Monster. Check out the trailer.

“Buying Naked” Special Debuts Tonight on TLC [VIDEO]

If you are thinking about buying a second home in Florida and are one of those people who can never find anything to wear you might want to check out "Buying Naked" tonight at 10 on TLC. It's a two-part series that revolves around a real estate agent showing prospective homeowners around a popular nudist colony. You can check out the promo but if you are easily offended by the sight of b

Black Friday Freebies and Extras

There may not be such a things as a free lunch but on Black Friday a number of retailers are offering free goodies to those brave enough the crowds. What's available and where?

Butterball Reports Fresh Turkey Shortage

It may be a bit more difficult to find that large fresh turkey for your Thanksgiving table this year. Turkey producer Butterball has notified its retailers to expect around half of the fresh large--16 pounds or more--this Thanksgiving due to, according to The Exchange, an unexplained lack of weight gain. The news isn't all bad however.

Embattled Toronto Mayor Cheered at Football Game [VIDEO]

Toronto Mayor Rob Ford has admitted to smoking crack cocaine, buying illegal drugs and excessive alcohol consumption but apparently many of his constituents don't have a problem with this. At least that's the reaction from many football fans who, according to FOX Sports, cheered Ford as he entered Toronto's Rogers Centre to watch the city's Argonauts play a CFL playoff game. Check out the cheering

Taylor Swift-The Biggest Pop Star in the World?

Taylor Swift got her start on country music with such songs as "Tim McGraw" and "Teardrops On My Guitar". Since those early country sweetheart days she has blossomed into a worldwide music phenomenon leading New York Magazine's entertainment blog Vulture to declare her the "biggest pop star in the world". How do they back that statement up?

Great Black Friday Shopping Tips

Black Friday, the busiest shopping day of the year, can reward those who plan properly with great bargains and deals. The key, however, is to prepare, organize and have a strategy. Black Friday.com has some great tips to help get the most out of the day.

Gary Levox Nashville Home On the Market [VIDEO]

If you are looking for some new fancy digs this just might be the house for you. Gary Levox, lead singer of Rascal Flatts has listed his Nashville home for sale. Oh, did I tell you that the asking price is $3.35 million? Take a look at what 3-mil will get you these days.