This episode of Hot Seat: Media Monday featured journalist Rocco LaDuca. He first came to prominence as a crime reporter for the Observer-Dispatch, where he wrote a groundbreaking series of articles called “The Mob Files.” After that, he worked as communications director for New York State Senator Joseph Griffo; then, he joined WUTQ 100.7 FM’s morning show Talk of the Town as one of three co-hosts. In our interview, we discussed journalism, media, and government and the importance of transparency, and accountability, while maintaining strict ethical standards.

Rocco LaDuca started his career as a journalist at the Observer Dispatch newspaper in 2004. He left in 2015 to work for Senator Joe Griffo. In 2019, he returned to journalism as a host on Talk of the Town on 100.7 FM.

Rocco LaDuca said he was drawn to journalism because he was interested in other people and their stories. He also said that he was influenced by David Letterman, whom he watched on television in the 1990s. He said that he learned a lot about journalism while working at the Observer-Dispatch. He also said he was grateful for the opportunity to work with Donna Donovan, the publisher at the time, and editors and writers such as Dave Dedajek, Frank Tomaino, Mike Killian, and John Pitarresi.

Rocco LaDuca said that he is optimistic about the future of journalism. He also said that he believes that it is important for journalists to be fair, objective, and compassionate.

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