THE EAGLE: A Times Union Podcast

It’s been 30 years since Albany-born author Gregory Maguire published his bestselling novel about the secret life of “The Wizard of Oz” big baddie, the Wicked Witch of the West. With the sequel to the hit film adaptation coming out in November, Maguire joins us on “The Eagle” to talk about why he thinks his story resonates with so many fans, how the last year of massive publicity for his work has gone, and what he’s currently reading. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The viral content creator who fashions medieval weapons out of yarn and wrecks hilarious havoc on his friends has found himself in the spotlight of the fiber arts world. Steven Borzachillo joins us on this episode of “The Eagle” to talk about his unlikely path from out-of-work screenwriter to crochet celebrity, and share a little exciting exclusive news about his next project. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct. 6 marked seven years since the Schoharie limo crash that killed 20 people, becoming one of the deadliest ground transportation disasters in New York’s history. This week on "The Eagle," we’re going to play you the first episode of "Catastrophic Failure," our limited series podcast on the crash. Please note that it contains graphic descriptions of the events of that day, and listen with care. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It started as an investigation into possible Social Security fraud in a quiet Albany neighborhood. But when police discovered the bodies of what they think are a missing elderly couple, it turned into a murder case. Not something Times Union reporter Steve Hughes comes across every day on his beat. He joins us on The Eagle this week to talk about his coverage of the story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The award-winning children’s book author and illustrator teamed up for a new magical fairy tale about love, loss and a tiny girl’s quest to find her family. They join us on “The Eagle” this week, ahead of their book release and appearance at the Saratoga Book Festival. Also on this episode, comedian Zane Lamprey talks about standup, working with animals, and his Capital Region Roots. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices