Weekend Countdown with Rob Williams

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Each week Fox 19 Now Anchor Rob Williams gives you the top things to do around Cincinnati during the weekend. From the cities vibrant arts scene, traditional festivals, to its world class food..

  1. 12/21/2022

    Weekend Countdown - Dec. 23rd - Dec. 25th

    We take a closer look at a tri-state holiday staple: the Schnecken.  We hear from the baker whose great-grandfather brought the recipe from Germany in 1904, and why he closed Virginia Bakery in 2005   We talk with two generations of Busken family about their decision to keep Virginia Bakery's Schnecken  recipe alive.  Also find out how you can check out Shillito's Elves this holiday season.  Happy Holidays everyone!   - Rob

    38 min

  2. 12/12/2022

    Weekend Countdown - Dec. 16th - 18th

    Hi, everyone. Rob Williams here. I hope you had a nice weekend. I made a major error with this week's episode. Hear about my huge fail. Also, this week we preview The Nutcracker which premieres Thursday. Did you know that Cincinnati has a live full orchestra for every performance? Hear why. You can take your kids to see Santa at Newport on the Levee, and this year it's free. Co-owner of Cincinnati's first cereal bar, Saturday Morning Vibes, told me about an event she's having called A Magical Christmas Morning with Cereal, Cartoons and Santa.   Here's the link I promised during this week's episode:   https://smvcerealbar.com/santa/

    10 min

  3. 12/06/2022

    Weekend Countdown - Dec. 9th - 11th

    Celebrating the holidays continues in this episode. This week Rob explains how your family can have breakfast with Santa.  A cereal bar? In Cincinnati? Yep, it's a thing from Captain Cruch to Fruit Loops. We give you the scoop on Saturday Morning Vibes.  Also, things to do this weekend from Bridge View Igloos in Newport to a Reindog Parade in Mt. Adams. The Deep Dive this week is with Arielle Nelson from Saturday Morning Vibes about her inspiration and opening a small business during a pandemic. Listen first, then go out and enjoy the weekend. Rob

    33 min

  4. 11/29/2022

    Weekend Countdown - Dec. 2nd - 4th

    This week we talk Downtown Dazzle with Christy Samad.  She's worked for 3CDC for the last 14 years and she's my deep dive this week.   She and her husband are trying to raise a family in the city.  They have a little one at home and have another on the way.    We talk about why she wants to raise kids in the city and the challenges it presents.  Also, learn more about Scuba Santa at the Aquarium, the 6th annual Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl, White Night, and River Lights at the Purple People Bridge and Lebanon Horse Parade (that's what the locals call it).

    29 min

  5. 11/21/2022

    Weekend Countdown - Nov. 25th - 27th

    This week's Weekend Countdown is holiday heavy as you can imagine.   I share my tip on how to cook a turkey in half the time leading to a juicer breast.    I will explain why.   Most of us that Rosemary Clooney is from our area, but did you know two other performers in White Christmas, the 1954 movie, were also from our area?   How you can see memorabilia from the movie.      Need a Christmas tree?   I profile the place where Steve Horstymeyer and I bought our trees last year.  Steve said his lasted until late February.      Here's the link I promised at the beginning of the podcast:  https://www.fox19.com/2018/11/17/watch-listen-how-cook-turkey-half-time/      Happy Thanksgiving.

    32 min

  6. 11/15/2022

    Weekend Countdown | November 18th - 20th

    Looking for something new to do this weekend around Cincinnati? FOX 19 Anchor Rob Williams has you covered.  This episode breaks down Beers, Booze, & Bonks! We clearly know the first two, Rob explains bonks.  He sits down with a best-selling author and when you can catch a free book signing.  The Deep-Dive goes takes us to the Opera. Rob sits down with a long-time friend and former colleague, Regina Russo, about Operaganza coming up.  Listen, enjoy, and get out & have fun this weekend in our great city.

    50 min

  7. 11/12/2022

    WC Extra - Marine Veteran Mike Garber

    Here is Rob's Deep Dive with Marine Veteran Mike Garber on how he thinks you should celebrate Veterans Day.

    21 min

  8. 11/08/2022

    Weekend Countdown - Nov 11th - 13th

    Rob Williams continues his trek around Cincinnati finding the great events during the weekend and the history behind them. This week learn about the annual holiday train display dating back to 1935,  how you can throw axes on purpose for a good cause, and how you can find your next perfect wine pairing.  The Deep Dive conversation is with Marine Veteran Mike Garber on how he thinks you should celebrate Veterans Day.     Happy listening. Get out and enjoy the weekend! - Rob

    58 min
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