The Next Steps Show
The Next Steps Show
The Next Steps Show with Peter Vazquez is a live weekday conservative talk radio program and on-demand podcast airing on WYSL and WLEA, serving Rochester, Western New York, the Finger Lakes, and listeners nationwide.

Broadcasting Monday through Friday from 12:00 to 1:00 PM Eastern, the show delivers compelling interviews, independent commentary, and thought-provoking conversations about American politics, breaking news, faith, family, entrepreneurship, small business, education, public policy, and government accountability.

Hosted by Peter Vazquez, a U.S. Army veteran, business owner, and community advocate, The Next Steps Show examines competing perspectives, challenges political narratives, and asks the questions others often overlook. From local Rochester issues to national debates affecting freedom, economic opportunity, and everyday Americans, the program puts facts, common sense, and meaningful dialogue first.

Listen live on WYSL and WLEA or stream podcast episodes on demand at www.NextStepsShow.com.

The Next Steps Show — Putting People First.
The Next Steps Show

The Next Steps Show

Faith. Politics. Entrepreneurship. Putting People First.

Live weekdays, noon–1 p.m. ET on WYSL and WLEA. Hear the latest episode, explore interviews and original commentary, and follow the show on your favorite podcast app.

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Latest Episodes

Nov. 6, 2026

The Ballot, the Constitution, and the Bill

Peter Vazquez and Bob Savage examine the November 3, 2026 election results, the growth of democratic socialism in New York, constitutional limits on government, religious freedom, and the cost of political promises.
Nov. 5, 2026

Gary Stout: The Ballot, the Right and the Reckoning

Today, Gary Stout, executive producer of The Second Amendment Show and longtime election-integrity advocate, joins Peter Vazquez and Bob Savage after the November 3 midterm elections. They examine the election's political consequences, high prices and gasoline costs, and the Republican Party's struggle to communicate clear principles while delivering practical results. Peter revisits Ronald Reagan's 1975 call for "bold colors, no pale pastels" and asks where voters committed to the Constitution
Nov. 4, 2026

Kalinda Washington: The Ballot Was Clear, Not the Message

Today, Kalinda Washington, Republican and Conservative candidate for New York State Assembly District 135, joins Peter Vazquez and Bob Savage in the studio for a candid look at the November 3 election results. Washington reflects on her campaign, what she heard from voters about taxes, parental rights, gun ownership and leadership, and the political lessons that cannot be captured by vote totals alone. The conversation examines New York and Monroe County election trends, the challenge of reachi

Reviews

Why I listen.

"I listen every day. Your show is an excellent source for information about current and historical events. I especially look forward to interviews with national figures like Dr. Ben Carson."

Gary Stout | April 14, 2025

Love Peter !

"Always enjoy Peter’s show!"

Lauren | April 14, 2025

Excellent

"5 stars"

Aj | April 14, 2025

Great Podcast...

"Love content and the commentators..."

Dion Powell | April 14, 2025

great variety of topics

"the next steps show always offers a great variety of interesting and pertinent topics in a format that's easy to listen to."

Kim Hermance | April 14, 2025

Great show!!

"This was a great time and Peter is a great host. His show is amazing and highly recommend! Great topics that need to be heard and talked about!"

Kristin Dronchi | March 19, 2025

Tap in, you won’t regret!

"Podcast is amazing!! Always an interesting topic being discussed!"

Alyssa | April 14, 2025

Stop, Look and Listen

"I listen live to The Next Steps Show from California. At 9 am Pacific Time, I prefer listening to the NSS over national syndicated radio programs airing at the same time. Peter's wit, wisdom and huma…"

Mark Turner | June 12, 2026

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Oct. 30, 2026

Conscience Is Not a Party Label: Faith, Free Speech, and an Informed Vote

Conscience is not something we borrow from a political party. It is formed through conviction, experience, responsibility, and the willingness to tell the truth even when that truth is inconvenient. Faith, free speech, and an informed vote ask somet…
Oct. 29, 2026

Public Safety Is on the Ballot. So Is Accountability.

Campaign season has a way of making promises sound like accomplishments. A candidate says the right words about safe streets, lower costs, and responsible government. The signs go up. The advertisements run. The question that matters most is often l…
Oct. 28, 2026

Ballot Delays and the Burden of Public Trust

Public confidence is not built by demanding that people stop asking questions. It is built when public officials answer those questions clearly, admit what went wrong, and show the public what they intend to do about it. That principle guided our O…