A Lititz Podcast

In this episode, we sit down with Lititz resident Joey Welz, whose career in the music industry spans over six decades. Welz opens up about his career, some of the artists he's performed with, and also gives us his thoughts on the current state of the music industry today. Enjoy the show! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Rock and Roll! In this episode we sit down with local Rob Reese, who recently opened Rob's Rock School in Lititz. Rob talks about what inspired him to pick up a guitar at an early age, some of his favorite musical acts, and all about his new school. We had a great time talking to Rob, and we hope you enjoy the show. Thanks for listening! More information: Rob's Rock School 7 East Orange Street Lititz, PA 17543 Follow A Lititz Podcast on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Welcome to Season 3 of A Lititz Podcast! To kick off the season, we speak to podcast regular Jason Burkholder, who is one of the organizers of the upcoming 2022 Lititz Fire and Ice festival. Jason tells us about the event, as well as some of the changes that the gathering has been faced with due to COVID-19. Thanks for listening, and be sure to follow A Lititz Podcast on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter! More about Lititz Fire and Ice here: https://www.facebook.com/events/293442149461870?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22page%22%7D]%7Dhttps://www.facebook.com/events/293442149461870?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22page%22%7D]% --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we talk to Mark Freeman, who is the main organizer for the upcoming Lititz Chocolate Walk, which is now in its 20th year! Mark tells us about the event, why he got involved, and all of the other sweet details of this very popular upcoming event in Lititz. Thanks for listening! Follow Us! Instagram: instagram.com/alititzpodcast/ Facebook: facebook.com/ALititzPodcast Twitter: twitter.com/alititzpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week we're proud to sit down with Lititz resident Sheryl Williams. She's an actress, historian, model, voiceover artist, history reenactor, YouTube host, and even a stand-up comedian. We had a great time talking to Sheryl about her amazing life, and we hope you enjoy the show. Thanks for listening! Follow Us! Instagram: instagram.com/alititzpodcast/ Facebook: facebook.com/ALititzPodcast Twitter: twitter.com/alititzpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

It's arguably one of the most talked about national fast food chains ever to come to Lititz, and we've got lots of questions! Our guest this week is Jeff McFarland, who is the General Manager of the newly opened Taco Bell in Lititz. Jeff tells us about his career, all of the things he loves about the company, and gives us an insider's look into the brand new Lititz store. Enjoy the conversation! Thanks so much for listening! Follow Us! Instagram: instagram.com/alititzpodcast/ Facebook: facebook.com/ALititzPodcast Twitter: twitter.com/alititzpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Did you know that over 100 years ago, in 1919, the famous Borax 20-Mule Team made an appearance in Lititz? What an exciting day it was for the residents of our community back then. Join Cory and Tim in this special history episode where they discuss this spectacular event. Thanks so much for listening! Follow Us! Instagram: instagram.com/alititzpodcast/ Facebook: facebook.com/ALititzPodcast Twitter: twitter.com/alititzpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Did you know that this month Woodridge Swim Club turns 65? In this episode, we chat with pool representatives Chad Felty, Alyson Pignone, and Brian Hayes about what inspired them to become involved, what Woodridge means to them, and some of the early history of the facility. Enjoy the show! Follow Us! Instagram: instagram.com/alititzpodcast/ Facebook: facebook.com/ALititzPodcast Twitter: twitter.com/alititzpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Our guest this week is Rachel Hales, who recently penned “Tour Book,” a book which takes you behind the scenes of the live event industry. Rachel tells us about her career, what inspired her to write the book, and also shares with us some of her favorite places around Lititz. Enjoy the show! Follow Us! Instagram: instagram.com/alititzpodcast/ Facebook: facebook.com/ALititzPodcast Twitter: twitter.com/alititzpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Was a major Air Force depot considered for Lititz 70 years ago this month? The answer is yes! Tune in as Cory and Tim discuss this very interesting and historical part of our town's history. Thanks for listening! Follow Us! Instagram: instagram.com/alititzpodcast/ Facebook: facebook.com/ALititzPodcast Twitter: twitter.com/alititzpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week we welcome Lititz resident Jason Hines. Hines is an actor, standup comedian, and impressionist who has made countless people smile and laugh during the pandemic. He has also auditioned for America's Got Talent; and in this episode he shares with us his personal insight on what inspires him, what it was like winning a talent show, and he also chats about some of his favorite places in Lititz. Enjoy the show! Follow Us! Instagram: instagram.com/alititzpodcast/ Facebook: facebook.com/ALititzPodcast Twitter: twitter.com/alititzpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Did you know that in 1861, Julius Sturgis opened the very first commercial pretzel bakery right here in Lititz, Pennsylvania? In this show, YouTubers Layton Brush and Kim Balmer From “Pretzels And History” join us to talk about how they met, some of their favorite videos they have created, and, of course, pretzels of all shapes and sizes. Enjoy the conversation! Check out the Pretzels and History YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYjodMeKrpS4bfo1Re6B9Og Follow Us! Instagram: instagram.com/alititzpodcast/ Facebook: facebook.com/ALititzPodcast Twitter: twitter.com/alititzpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this special Independence Day episode, we take a look back at how the 4th of July was celebrated in Lititz exactly 100 years Ago, in 1921. Enjoy the show! Follow Us! Instagram: instagram.com/alititzpodcast/ Facebook: facebook.com/ALititzPodcast Twitter: twitter.com/alititzpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Welcome to Season Two of a Lititz Podcast! To kick off the first episode, Kellye Martin returns to the guest chair, where she provides the latest information and updates on the upcoming 4th of July celebration in Lititz. A lot has changed since the last time we spoke, and Kellye gave us all of the most up to date information. Enjoy the show! We love mail! Send your message or guest ideas to alititzpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Us! Instagram: instagram.com/alititzpodcast/ Facebook: facebook.com/ALititzPodcast Twitter: twitter.com/alititzpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

It’s our Season One Wrap Up Spectacular! Join us as we take a look back and recall the great information and many laughs that we shared during the past few months with our amazing guests. We thank each and every one them for taking the time out of their busy schedules to talk to us, and we can’t wait for Season 2! We love mail! Send your message or guest ideas to alititzpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Us! Instagram: instagram.com/alititzpodcast/ Facebook: facebook.com/ALititzPodcast Twitter: twitter.com/alititzpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we speak to Lititz resident Nate Boring, who has been bringing smiles to people’s faces during these tough times by dressing up as a Templar Knight and walking around Lititz. Along the way, he happily poses for selfies, and has brought much joy to his community in recent months. We had a great time speaking to Nate about what inspires him, where he purchased his costume, the positive reactions he’s received from the area, and so much more. Enjoy the show! We love mail! Send your message or guest ideas to alititzpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Us! Instagram: instagram.com/alititzpodcast/ Facebook: facebook.com/ALititzPodcast Twitter: twitter.com/alititzpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this week’s podcast, we speak to Jim and Erik Wolfe from Stoll & Wolfe Distillery. We discuss everything from their tasting room, the importance of Rosen Rye, Prohibition in Lititz, the late Dick Stoll, as well as local legends and lore. Enjoy the show! We love mail! Send your message or guest ideas to alititzpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Us! Instagram: instagram.com/alititzpodcast/ Facebook: facebook.com/ALititzPodcast Twitter: twitter.com/alititzpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we chat with Lititz resident Shari Medini, who recently co-authored a book entitled “Parenting While Working From Home,” which offers tips, strategies, and reflections to help parents balance their careers, connect with their kids, and establish their inner strength over the course of a year. We also chat with Sheri about attending school in Lititz, what the book production process was like, and the importance of work life balance. Enjoy the show! We love mail! Send your message or guest ideas to alititzpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Us! Instagram: instagram.com/alititzpodcast/ Facebook: facebook.com/ALititzPodcast Twitter: twitter.com/alititzpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this week’s episode, we speak to Jenni and Yousaf, who are owners of Bunyaad Marketplace, a new store in downtown Lititz which carriers fair trade rugs, handmade gifts from across the world, and so much more. The pair spoke to us about having a new shop in Lititz, the online cooking classes they host, what fair trade means to them, and so much more! Also in this episode, learn about the history of the building where Bunyaad Marketplace is located. Enjoy the conversation! Learn more about Bunyaad here: https://bunyaad.com/ We love mail! Send your message or guest ideas to alititzpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Us! Instagram: instagram.com/alititzpodcast/ Facebook: facebook.com/ALititzPodcast Twitter: twitter.com/alititzpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this week’s show, we talk to Lititz resident Nick Serikstad, who has collected over 700 military items. His mission is to preserve these pieces of history, as well as the interesting stories behind them. Also in this episode….did you ever want to run away with the circus? Hear about one Lititz man who did just that over 100 years ago! Subscribe today so you don't miss a single show and be sure to listen to past episodes to bring you up to date. We love mail!  Send your message or guest ideas to alititzpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Us! Instagram: instagram.com/alititzpodcast/ Facebook: facebook.com/ALititzPodcast Twitter: twitter.com/alititzpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week, we met with new Lititz business owner Sharon Gingrich, who recently opened Lilly’s on Broad, a great shop in downtown Lititz. Sharon gave us a tour of her shop, explained how her background in education helped her get to where she is today, and we also discussed some of the many items available in her store. Also in this episode….our troubles with Shamrock Shakes, some history of North Broad Street, and our podcast hits a HUGE milestone! Subscribe today so you don't miss a single show and be sure to listen to past episodes to bring you up to date. We love mail! Send your message or guest ideas to alititzpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Us! Instagram: instagram.com/alititzpodcast/ Facebook: facebook.com/ALititzPodcast Twitter: twitter.com/alititzpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we catch up with Lititz native J.J. Brown, who has starred in national commercials and major Hollywood films as well local, regional, and national live stage productions. Later in life he became a rapper, DJ, and hip hip producer. Brown has had the pleasure to work with some of the biggest names in the business, including Sylvester Stallone, Francis Ford Coppola, Travis McCoy from Gym Class Heroes, and even Hall & Oates. Subscribe today so you don't miss a single show, and be sure to listen to past episodes to bring you up to date. We love mail!  Send your message or guest ideas to alititzpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Us! Instagram: instagram.com/alititzpodcast/ Facebook: facebook.com/ALititzPodcast Twitter: twitter.com/alititzpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week, we chat with Matthew Neff, who’s the Executive Director of House of His Creation a life-affirming ministry right here in Lititz which provides women a place to heal, grow, and to learn through housing and ongoing support. We talk to Matthew about his life growing up in Lititz, his encounter with Muhammad Ali, and what inspired him to get involved with House of His Creation. Also in this episode….Cory tries to figure out his AirPods, The Lititz Beaver, and a tale of two opposing girls schools. Thanks for listening and enjoy the conversation. Subscribe today so you don't miss a single show. We love mail! Send your message or guest ideas to alititzpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Us! Instagram: instagram.com/alititzpodcast/ Facebook: facebook.com/ALititzPodcast Twitter: Twitter.com/alititzpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

EXCLUSIVE SNEAK PEEK AT THE UPCOMING 2021 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION IN LITITZ! In this week’s episode, we talk to Kellye Martin, who is the main organizer for the annual 4th of July event in Lititz, which is one of America’s oldest, continuous Independence Day celebrations. Kellye gives us an exclusive sneak peek as to what is in store for this summer’s big celebration. Also in this episode, we express our love for Tootsie Rolls; upcoming Lititz events; and what’s with those fascinating caves in the Lititz Springs Park? Subscribe today so you don't miss a single show, and be sure to listen to past episodes to bring you up to date. We love mail! Send your message or guest ideas to alititzpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Us! Instagram: instagram.com/alititzpodcast/ Facebook: facebook.com/ALititzPodcast Twitter: twitter.com/alititzpodcast

In this episode, we chat with Devin Strickler, who owns Life Moments Candle Company in Brickerville. Devin is a veteran, a small business owner, and an amazing communicator. We chat about her life, her shop, and how she arrived to the Lititz area.  Also in this episode: The this or that game and Tim learns about a small Vaudeville theatre that used to be in Lititz over 100 years ago.  Thanks for listening and enjoy the conversation. Subscribe today so you don't miss a single show. We love mail!  Send your message or guest ideas to alititzpodcast@gmail.com.  Follow Us! Instagram: instagram.com/alititzpodcast/ Facebook: facebook.com/ALititzPodcast  Twitter: witter.com/alititzpodcast

In this episode, we talk with Ian and Ashley Gantz, who own and operate Artisan Mill Co., a building in Lititz which houses over 80 vendors inside! Also in the show we discuss eating ice cream in the winter, local news stories from 100 years ago, Tim finds out what beef tallow is, and two stories involving Lititz locals who’ve had brushes with national history. Thanks for listening and enjoy the conversation. Subscribe today so you don't miss a single show. We love mail! Send your message or guest ideas to alititzpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Us! Instagram: instagram.com/alititzpodcast/ Facebook: facebook.com/ALititzPodcast Twitter: witter.com/alititzpodcast

Live! From The 2021 Lititz Ice Walk Join us as we explore (masked, and socially distanced) the 2021 Lititz Ice Walk! Come with us as we check out some of the ice sculptures, interview attendees and shop owners, and explore the beautiful downtown. Subscribe today so you don't miss a single show, and be sure to listen to past episodes to bring you up to date. We love mail!  Send your message or guest ideas to alititzpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Us! Instagram: instagram.com/alititzpodcast/ Facebook: facebook.com/ALititzPodcast Twitter: twitter.com/alititzpodcast

Each February, the Lititz Fire & Ice event attracts thousands. They come for the ice sculptures, food trucks, chili cookoff, live music, and fun. However, it will obviously look a lot different this year. In this episode, we talk to Jason Burkholder, who is one of the organizers of the Lititz Ice Walk – a 2021 rebranding of this popular event. We learn a little bit about his background and career, and he explains what attendees can expect this year at this event amid COVID-19 restrictions. Also in this episode: The debate between milk and dark Wilbur Buds…Oysters on the Square…and the importance of social media regardless of what business you’re in. Thanks for listening and enjoy the conversation. Subscribe today so you don't miss a single show. We love mail! Send your message or guest ideas to alititzpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alititzpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ALititzPodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/alititzpodcast

Welcome to A Lititz Podcast! In each episode, your hosts Cory and Tim focus on the history, events, and people that make the town of Lititz, Pennsylvania so special. In this episode: Get to know your hosts, learn what they love about the town of Lititz, and also discover a common career bond they each share. Subscribe today so you don't miss a single show. We love mail! Send us a message or guest ideas to alititzpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alititzpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ALititzPodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/alititzpodcast