This week, Mary and Kim sit down with former homicide detective Mary Gugliuzza for a conversation that is equal parts shocking, and eye-opening.

Mary shares some of the craziest cases she solved throughout the Buffalo area and explains how real investigations are VERY different from what you see on TV crime shows. She also opens up about domestic violence and warning signs people should look out for!

Now retired from law enforcement, Mary has turned her creativity into a successful jewelry business, Mary’s Lakeside Design.

The ladies also talk about Sweet Buffalo and Totally Buffalo Cares’ “Be Our Guest” event happening this weekend. This a beautiful event that celebrates children with cancer and life-threatening illnesses by giving them a magical day filled with hair, makeup, and dressing up like princes and princesses.

Plus, they discuss the incredible story of the Raglan Beagles and how 1,500 dogs were rescued from a kill shelter!

Trust us…this episode has stories you won’t forget.

This week on Buffalo Social Club, Kim and Mary sit down with Buffalo native Abigail Lee! Abigail opens up about growing up playing hockey, building her clothing brand "By Abigail Lee", and how she turned her passions into a career as a business owner and content creator.

The conversation dives into entrepreneurship, social media, and the importance of mental health awareness and taking care of yourself. The crew also reacts to the viral tweet claiming a psychic predicted the Buffalo Sabres will win the Stanley Cup this year and the Buffalo Bills will win the Super Bowl next year… and they discuss just how INSANE Buffalo would become if that actually happened 😂🏆

They also talk about, the world’s largest rubber duck returning to Canalside this summer and why Bob Evans mashed potatoes are surprisingly elite.

Happy Mother's Day to all of the amazing moms out there💐

This week Kimberly and Mary sit down with DJ Rankan best know for MC-ing the Buffalo Sabres games.

DJ Rankan talks about his travels as a "corporate DJ" the event he did for the President of the United States, and the time he push Paris Jackson into a swimming pool! This, of course, leads to talk about flying and our host's preferred airlines! He also opens up about dreams and why he thinks the youth of today need to look toward the future.

Mary and Kimberly also discuss the new Michael Jackson biopic, some local events coming up this weekend, and Josh Allen's controversial (?) beer chugging at the Sabres game!

And it wouldn't be Buffalo Social Club if our guest wasn't teaching Mary new slang. You'll just have to listen to find out what she's saying now!

This week Kimberly and Mary sit down with style architect and owner of Alexzia Brooke Gallery, Alexzia Brooke. From confidence to empowerment, Alexia shares how her work helps women show up as their best selves, inside and out.

But of course, it wouldn’t be Buffalo Social Club without a little chaos. Kimberly and Mary break down the now-infamous Sabres sword bread, talk about the Buffalo Sabres fandom which includes THE Kurt Russell and his son Wyatt Russell. Did you know Wyatt jumped into Lake Erie because the Sabres made the playoffs!

Kim shares how she used the power of social media to help save a dog from euthanasia❤️

Finally, to wrap things up with some real talk: stop waiting, stop being lazy, and just go for it, with a little inspiration (and a Michael Jackson song) to send you on your way!

This week Kim and Mary sit down with Buffalo native and singer/songwriter Cami Clune, best known for her time on The Voice 🎤

Cami shares what her experience was really like on the show and opens up about navigating the music industry today. The conversation dives into the reality of rising concert ticket prices, ticket scalpers, and why Cami believes live music should be accessible to everyone.

Of course, it wouldn’t be Buffalo Social Club without a few relatable moments like how long it actually takes to get ready in the morning.

Cami also talks about her “Backyard Broadway” performances, where she turned her own backyard into a stage to raise money for local charities ❤️

And yes… the episode wraps with an important update: Chad Michael Murray still hasn’t answered Mary’s DM 👀

Alexis talks about her life in the public eye, balancing business and family, and gives us a little behind-the-scenes look at what it’s really like being part of the Bills world. Of course, we had to try to get some answers out of her too, like who her favorite Bills wife is and which Bills player is the most dramatic...She also shares some exciting news about an upcoming reality TV show she’ll be appearing on!

Later in the episode, the conversation turns to what’s happening in our community, including the story of a young boy named Eddie who is currently battling cancer while his father is preparing for deployment. If you’re able to help, we encourage you to support his family during this incredibly difficult time.

We wrap up the show with a reminder that life is short, so check in on your people, support your community, and give your pets a little extra love, because to them, we are their whole world.

We also get into some fun stories this episode, including Mary admitting she may or may not have slid into Chad Michael Murray’s DMs, and Kim sharing the time she spotted him at a Bisons game and had a full fangirl moment👀

The conversation also turns into a really interesting discussion about advice and why you shouldn’t always take advice from people who’ve never actually done the thing you’re asking about. Plus, we talk about room refreshes. Are you someone who keeps your space the same for years because you’re nostalgic, or are you constantly rearranging and redecorating every few months?

Finally, to wrap things up, we play a fun round of Would You Rather: Buffalo Edition.

This week Mary and Kim sit down with Emmy-nominated reality TV producer Alexa Zappia, whose work behind the scenes has helped bring some of your favorite shows to life, like The Bachelor and Love Island. Alexa shares how she broke into the industry, what it takes to succeed in reality TV, and why she truly loves what she does.

The conversation takes a fun turn as the group dives into everything from Buffalo’s unpredictable weather to the legacy of Michael Jackson. Alexa also opens up about her organization, Rocks of Unity, and the impact it’s making in spreading positivity and connection.

And of course… it wouldn’t be Buffalo Social Club without a little chaos so stick around as they wrap things up with a trivia game you won’t want to miss 👀

Get ready for laughs, insight, and a behind-the-scenes look at the world of reality TV.

This week, co-hosts Mary Friona and Kimberly LaRussa welcome special guest Melissa Crangle, an image consultant with House of Colour Buffalo/Southtowns. Melissa shares what she does as an image consultant and dives into the world of color analysis and color theory, explaining how finding the right colors can completely change the way you dress and present yourself.

The conversation also covers a wide range of topics, including adaptive bikes for children with disabilities, the interesting theory behind why so many people tend to wear black, and some real-life discussions about marriage, kids, and balancing life. The group also touches on the growing conversation around AI and fake news in today’s digital world.

In this heartfelt episode, Mary and Kim sit down with Megan Crawford, Pediatric and Young Adult Program Manager at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, and Chuck Collard, founder of the Courage of Carly Fund and Carly’s dad.

They share the powerful story behind Carly’s journey and how her legacy continues to inspire and support children and families facing cancer through the Courage of Carly foundation. Megan also talks about the incredible work being done at Roswell Park to support pediatric and young adult patients right here in Western New York.

Along the way, the conversation also dives into community topics including Western New York Heroes, tipping etiquette, and the importance of supporting one another in our local community.

This week, Mary and Kimberly sit down with Rosanna Berardi, founder of Berardi Immigration Law. Rosanna shares her journey into immigration law, what her firm does, and the real impact her work has on the immigration system. When it comes to breaking legal news? Rosanna throws on her lipstick and is ALWAYS ready.

In this episode, we also touch on White Whiskers Senior Dog Sanctuary, Liam's Legacy, the effects that social media can have on your brain, and much more. This episode is about leadership, compassion, advocacy and the ripple effect of doing good in your community🩷

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This week Mary Friona and Kimberly LaRussa sit down with the incredible Bianca, founder of BB's Bingo! Bianca opens up about how she built her business from the ground. She shares the real story behind the growth, challenges, and the moment she stepped back and realized, "Wow...I did this".

We also dive into the amazing work of local artist Eric Jones, talk about the importance of therapy, and how you can fill up someone's bucket on Random Acts of Kindness Day💖

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Co-hosts Mary Friona and Kimberly LaRussa kick off the series with an inspiring conversation featuring special guest Emmalee Cinotti - Mrs. New York 2026, founder of multiple women-focused businesses, and board member of Totally Buffalo Cares.

In this episode, Emmalee shares her journey, the mindset behind building purpose-driven businesses, and how she balances it all with grace. We dive into mastering the art of decluttering, navigating generational fashion trends, personal growth, and so much more.