ALS Podcast

Jessie Meier is a social worker at The ALS Association Recognized Treatment Center at Lehigh Valley Health Network. Through her years of working for people with ALS, she has come across many amazing stories, but she wanted a special way to highlight them. Lenny Rafalko is a person with ALS who attends the ALS Treatment Center at LVHN. He was looking for an uplifting project, especially as the global pandemic turned the world upside down for everyone. Jessie and Lenny collaborated and created their own special podcast called Roots Radio to showcase some of these personal ALS stories. In this Talk to Defeat ALS Podcast, Lenny and Jessie talk about the creation of Roots Radio, what they hope to accomplish, how ALS has affected them personally, the work of the Philadelphia Phillies to Strike Out ALS, and more. Listen and share and find their podcast online at: https://rootsradioals.captivate.fm/ Join the LVHN team for the Lehigh Valley Walk to Defeat ALS at www.lehighvalleywalktodefeatals.org Learn more about ALS, our services, and how to get involved at www.alsphiladelphia.org

The ALS Association continues to find new ways to listen to all parts of the ALS community to better deliver its mission. In this Talk to Defeat ALS Podcast, Sarah Parvanta discusses the new ALS Focus survey project. Topics include: Developing the right surveys using expert input What The ALS Association has already learned from surveys How people can participate and what voices are needed Creating the next round of surveys Listen and share and learn more about ALS Focus at https://www.als.org/als-focus   Follow The ALS Association on Twitter @alsassociation and follow our Chapter on Twitter @alsphiladelphia and online at www.alsphiladelphia.org

Jim Doyle has long been known as the voice of Berwick Bulldogs football. In this Talk to Defeat ALS podcast, Jim talks about the life of Bulldogs Coach George Curry and Coach Curry's battle with ALS, the disease that ultimately took his life in 2016. Jim discusses how the community rallied around Coach Curry and created the Berwick Walk to Defeat ALS.   This year, the Walk to Defeat ALS is using the Walk Your Way concept so that everyone can participate! Register for a walk now at www.walk2defeatals.org 

A new season of the Talk to Defeat ALS Podcast starts with Steve Spaulding, Director of Care Services at The ALS Association Greater Philadelphia Chapter as he discusses how The ALS Association has adapted to the challenges surrounding COVID-19. In this episode, we discuss: Transitioning to Telehealth How Care professionals are helping more ALS families than ever Steps you can take to stay safe and keep others with ALS safe Why people with ALS are more at risk from COVID-19 Listen and share this discussion on whatever program you use for podcasts and support the fight against ALS at www.alsphiladelphia.org   Thank you to our sponsor First Keystone Community Bank for making this episode possible. If you have a topic or guest suggestion for the Talk to Defeat ALS, email Tony@alsphiladelphia.org 

The ALS Association Greater Philadelphia Chapter is proud to have many exceptional nurses on staff to provide needed quality care for people with ALS and their families. For Nurses Week 2019, Erica Smith joins the Talk to Defeat ALS Podcast to discuss why she became a nurse, the challenges of being a nurse for The ALS Association, what makes her job so rewarding, and why more people should choose nursing. Erica also talks about her support of the Berwick Walk to Defeat ALS. You can support Walk to Defeat ALS teams, learn about the Chapter's care services programs, and donate to the ALS cause all at www.alsphiladelphia.org 

March is National Social Work Month and our own MaryBeth Tomczak is joining the Talk to Defeat ALS Podcast to talk about her role as a social worker with The ALS Association Greater Philadelphia Chapter. She also talks about why she joined the social work field, the challenges of being a social work provider for ALS families, and what she hopes to accomplish this year for the ALS cause. MaryBeth works mostly in North East Pennsylvania, which brings its own unique challenges to providing care with a large geography, different county departments, and different understanding of ALS. Listen, share, subscribe and join MaryBeth and others in the fight against ALS at www.alsphiladelphia.org 

March is National Social Work Month and our own Wendy Barnes is coming back to the Talk to Defeat ALS Podcast to talk about her role as a social worker with The ALS Association Greater Philadelphia Chapter. She also talks about why she joined the social work field, the challenges of being a social work provider for ALS families, and what she hopes to accomplish this year for the ALS cause. Listen, share, subscribe and join Wendy and others in the fight against ALS at www.alsphiladelphia.org 

March is National Social Work Month  and we continue to highlight some of the amazing social workers who are so important to The ALS Association Mission. In this episode, Maryann Jones talks about how she became a social worker and joined The ALS Association Greater Philadelphia Chapter, what it is like working with the team at Hershey Medical Center, the challenges of caring for people with ALS, and why social work is so valuable and necessary.    Listen, subscribe, share, and get involved in the fight against ALS at www.alsphiladelphia.org 

March is National Professional Social Work Month and our Chapter is proud to be home to many compassionate and accomplished social workers who go above and beyond to support people with ALS and their families. This month, the Talk to Defeat ALS Podcast will feature interviews with Chapter social workers to learn why they became social workers, what their job entails, the challenges of being a social worker for The ALS Association, and why social work is so valuable. Listen to this special episode with Melissa Coll, Anne Cooney, and Jayne Etskovitz, share, subscribe, and learn more about The ALS Association Greater Philadelphia Chapter and how you can get involved at www.alsphiladelphia.org 

The Howard I. Abrams In-Home Care Program is a hallmark of The ALS Association Greater Philadelphia Chapter and a key part of the Chapter's mission for ALS families. In this podcast, Frank Esterle of Home Helpers talks about his organization's history of providing care for people with ALS, the stories that have impacted him personally and helped grow the relationship, and how Home Helpers is sponsoring upcoming events like the Help and Hope Research and Care Forum in March, 2019. Listen, Share, and Subscribe on iTunes and then join the fight against ALS at www.alsphiladelphia.org 

In part two of our two part series on the 2018 Clinical Conference, Chapter Social Workers Anne Cooney and Melissa Coll talk about what they learned at the conference and what they presented as well. Melissa and Anne talk about caregiving and how caregivers can take care of themselves as well.   Listen, subscribe, share, and then learn more about ALS services and how you can get involved at www.alsphiladelphia.org 

The ALS Association Greater Philadelphia Chapter's Care Services team recently participated in the 2018 Clinical Conference in Dallas, Texas. Many members of the Chapter team presented ideas and studies they worked on and everyone learned from experts from across the country. In Part 1 of our two part podcast series, Care Services Director Steve Spaulding; Gail Houseman, RN; and Alisa Brownlee, ATP discuss what they presented and learned.    Listen, subscribe, share, and then join us in the fight against ALS at www.alsphiladelphia.org 

Scott Smith has produced dazzling visual effects on major Hollywood films for nearly two decades and currently works for Brick Simple to create groundbreaking virtual reality and augmented reality projects. On Wednesday, November 28, Scott will bring his experience and ideas to The ALS Association Greater Philadelphia Chapter's Annual Dinner to talk about how Virtual Reality can be used to create a powerful empathy experience for ALS. This technology can be used for ALS awareness, education, caregiving and more.  Listen, subscribe, share, and then make sure to join us for the Annual Dinner by signing up at www.alsphiladelphia.org/annualdinner 

In the latest Five Minute Tip on the Talk to Defeat ALS Podcast, Alisa Brownlee talks about how people with ALS can use a scooter for mobility and answers some questions about their usefulness. Listen, share, subscribe and then get involved in the fight against ALS at www.alsphiladelphia.org 

The Talk to Defeat ALS continues with another 5 Minute Tip with Alisa Brownlee. In this episode, Alisa talks about the value of Tech and Support groups and how they can make life better for a person with ALS and their family and caregivers. She explains how to find one near you and how you should be prepared to listen and learn from others.   Listen, subscribe, and do more in the fight against ALS online now at www.alsphiladelphia.org 

In this 5 Minute Tip, Alisa Brownlee discusses how a person with ALS could use a Trilogy device and answers some quick questions that people may have. Listen, share, subscribe and then learn more at www.alsphiladelphia.org and follow Alisa on Twitter @ALSAssistiveTec and follow the Chapter @alsphiladelphia 

In this latest 5 Minute Tip on the Talk to Defeat ALS Podcast, Alisa Brownlee gives advice for how a person with ALS can call for help from a loved one outside of their home. Tune in and subscribe to our podcast on iTunes for more 5 Minute Tips and support the fight against ALS at www.alsphiladelphia.org 

Alisa Brownlee is back with another 5 Minute Tip on our Talk to Defeat ALS Podcast, this time to discuss how a person with ALS can use a cell phone even if they have difficulties using their hands and fingers. Listen, share, subscribe on iTunes, and then visit www.alsphiladelphia.org to learn more about resources for people with ALS and how you can donate and volunteer today. 

Social Meida is a valuable tool for everybody in the 21st Century, but it can be even more vital for people with ALS who have challenges with communication and connecting with others. In this Talk to Defeat ALS podcast, Alisa Brownlee and Tony Heyl discuss the benefits and pitfalls of Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and even Pinterest. This is also a reminder to follow The ALS Association Greater Philadelphia Chapter on social media @alsphiladelphia    Listen, Share, subscribe, and donate today at www.alsphiladelphia.org 

In this latest 5 Minute Tip edition of the Talk to Defeat ALS Podcast, Alisa Brownlee discusses the importance of using the words Yes, No, and Maybe when communicating with a person with ALS. Many people with ALS struggle with speech and developing a Yes, No, Maybe approach to communicating can be vital to their quality of life.   Listen, share, and then get involved by donating or volunteering in the fight against ALS at www.alsphiladelphia.org 

In this latest Five Minute Tip, Alisa Brownlee talks about the importance of a Go Bag for a person with ALS in case of emergencies. She talks about what to include in a Go Bag, where to put it, and why it is so vital. For more questions about a Go Bag, emergency preparedness, or Assistive Technology, email Alisa at Alisa@alsphiladelphia.org   Donate, advocate, and volunteer in the fight against ALS at www.alsphiladelphia.org 

A diagnosis of ALS can be daunting and stressful. In this podcast, Alisa Brownlee discusses what to expect in your first visit to an ALS Association Treatment Center and how the clinic team works to make your experience less stressful so that you can get the care and resources you need. Alisa talks about which healthcare professionals you will meet, how to prepare for your first visit, asking questions, and what kind of follow up you and the care team will do after that visit. To learn more about the ALS Treatment Centers through The ALS Association Greater Philadelphia Chapter, visit www.alsphiladelphia.org and if you live outside of PA/NJ/DE visit www.alsa.org to find a chapter and clinic near you.   Donate, advocate, and volunteer at www.alsphiladelphia.org and make sure to follow on social media @alsphiladelphia 

Alisa Brownlee discusses the benefits of the Amazon Echo device for people with ALS to navigate their homes and lives. Listen, share, and learn more about resources for people with ALS caregivers at www.alsphiladelphia.org and follow on social media @alsphiladelphia 

As part of ALS Awareness Month, Larry Delaney joins our Talk to Defeat ALS podcast to talk about his family's long battle with the disease, his involvement with the Chapter on the board, and how you can make a difference. Listen to hear his personal story and then join him at an upcoming ALS event with Delaney Strong or any of our families at www.alsphiladelphia.org 

Each year, hundreds of ALS advocates go to Washington, DC to share their stories with their members of Congress and seek continued funding for ALS research. In this podcast episode, Public Policy Director Tony Heyl and Chapter Care Services members Alisa Brownlee and Melissa Coll discuss the ins and outs of ALS Advocacy, how to organize a meeting, and how to navigate Capitol Hill.   Listen, subscribe, and get involved at www.alsphiladelphia.org or www.alsa.org 

One of the most valued parts of The ALS Association Greater Philadelphia Chapter's Care Services is the Howard I. Abrams In-Home Care Program. In this podcast, Chapter social worker Wendy Barnes discusses how she runs the In-Home Care program, what the goals of the program are, how it has evolved over the years and grown to help more families, and how she makes sure that everyone gets the right fit for a caregiver.   Listen, subscribe, share, and make sure to donate to support this program at www.alsphiladelphia.org 

For the tenth year in a row, Tom Scamuffa and his Team Scamuffa ae hosting a Car Show in Wagontown, PA to help raise money for ALS care and research. In this Talk to Defeat ALS podcast, Tom talks about the inspiration for his car show event, what people can expect to see this year, and learn how you can join him for this year's Team Scamuffa Car Show on Saturday, April 28. Listen, share, and then learn more at https://teamscamuffa.shutterfly.com or email teamscamuffa@gmail.com   

The Arthur and Lea R. Powell Care Services Department is the heart of The ALS Association Greater Philadelphia Chapter's mission. In this special Talk to Defeat ALS podcast, Director of Care Services Steve Spaulding provides an overview of his department, how it is organized to best serve families affected by ALS, and how the Chapter is improving these programs to ensure that each person with ALS gets the quality care that they need. Listen to Steve highlight the various levels of care provided, share this podcast with others, subscribe on iTunes, and make sure to donate or get involved in the fight against ALS at www.alsphiladelphia.org Follow us on social media @alsphiladelphia 

Father John Wagner has lived an exciting and inspired life. He has helped design airports, traveled the world, raised a family, and provided comfort for those in need. In this podcast, Father John talks with us about his life and about his path to becoming diagnosed with ALS, how he shared that news with his church and friends, his involvement in the Walk to Defeat ALS, and his hope for others, particularly caregivers. Listen, subscribe on iTunes, and then get involved today in the fight against ALS at www.alsphiladelphia.org 

Over 15 years ago, Bob Goudie and the Goudie family launched the Ocean City Board...Walk to Defeat ALS in honor of Bob's wife. Since then, the walk has raised millions of dollars to support the fight against ALS and raised hope for many ALS families in New Jersey and beyond. In Part Two of our two part Talk to Defeat ALS series with the Goudie family, Bob, Kevin, Debby, and Sam talk about the people who have inspired them over the past 15 years, the incredible support from Village ShopRite and the Ocean City community, and how they continue to innovate the walk each and every year. Listen, share, subscribe, and make sure to Register and Donate for the 2017 Ocean City Board...Walk to Defeat ALS on Saturday, September 16 at www.oceancitywalktodefeatals.org 

Over 15 years ago, Bob Goudie and the Goudie family launched the Ocean City Board...Walk to Defeat ALS in honor of Bob's wife. Since then, the walk has raised millions of dollars to support the fight against ALS and raised hope for many ALS families in New Jersey and beyond. In Part One of our two part Talk to Defeat ALS series with the Goudie family, Bob, Kevin, Debby, and Sam talk about their team Jo's Rowdy Goudies and about how the walk began, gaining support in the community, making new friends in the ALS cause, and why they continue to build every year. Listen, share, subscribe, and make sure to Register and Donate for the 2017 Ocean City Board...Walk to Defeat ALS on Saturday, September 16 at www.oceancitywalktodefeatals.org 

In Part 2 of the What Happened When Podcast, Joan Borowsky continues to look back on her 20 years with The ALS Association Greater Philadelphia Chapter with stories on the Philadelphia Phillies, the Billy Lake Basketball Marathon, the Walk to Defeat ALS, and more. You will understand more about how The ALS Association doesn't look at ALS families as a list or patients as another statistic, but instead looks at everyone as individuals with their own powerful stories. Listen, share, subscribe on iTunes and make sure to join us at the 40th Anniversary Gala on November 9 by getting tickets at www.alsphiladelphia.org/gala 

2017 marks the 40th anniversary of The ALS Association Greater Philadelphia Chapter. It also marks the 20 year anniversary of Joan Borowsky working at the Chapter to support ALS families! In this special podcast series called What Happened When, Joan talks about some of her favorite moments in her two decades with the Chapter, funny times with the Phillies, and early memories meeting people who are leading the fight against ALS.   Listen, share, subscribe, and then join us for our 40 year anniversary gala on November 9 at www.alsphiladelphia.org/gala 

Mike Deeley was diagnosed with ALS less than one year ago and in that time, he has already done a great deal to advance the mission of The ALS Association and fight for quality ALS care and research. In this podcast, Mike talks about the military connection to ALS, how he first noticed symptoms, and how he has started to get involved helping others. Listen, subscribe, share, and do more for the ALS cause at www.alsphiladelphia.org and follow on social media @alsphiladelphia 

In part 2 of our Podcast discussion with Mike Deeley, he shares more about how he is working to support ALS patient care and research through advocacy and local events. Mike shows that as tough as ALS is, he's even tougher, and he's proving that with his rugby events and challenge through https://rugbysmashals.org/  Listen, share, and watch their video at https://rugbysmashals.org/ as well as find more ways to advocate and donate at www.alsphiladelphia.org Make sure to follow on social media @alsphiladelphia as well!    Thank you to Mike Deeley for sharing his ALS story and for his service to the country as a US Navy veteran. 

2017 marks the 40th Anniversary of The ALS Association Greater Philadelphia Chapter and part of Advancing the Mission includes expanding access to quality care for people with ALS and their families. The most important way to do that is through the ALS Clinics. In this podcast, Dr. Mary Sedarous discusses her team's work at the Hackensack Meridian ALS Center and their part in the ALS mission. As part of this podcast, Dr. Sedarous talks about the complications of ALS care, the benefits of a multidisciplinary approach, how her team works together, her experience with ALS, and her support of the Walk to Defeat ALS and other events. Listen, share, subscribe on iTunes, and get involved today at www.alsphiladelphia.org/40years   

George Pagano did something that few others have ever been able to do. In 2015, George rowed across the Atlantic Ocean, along with his rowing partner Caitlin Miller as part of the Talisker Whiskey Atlantic Challenge. He did it all to raise money to fight ALS in memory of his grandfather. In this podcast, George talks about the preparation for his journey, the help he got along the way, and how being on the open water got him closer to the ALS cause. Listen, share, subscribe on iTunes, and also learn more at http://www.thecranialquest.com/  Join the fight against ALS by donating, volunteering, or advocating at www.alsphiladelphia.org 

Friend of the 'Pod Marcia Telthorster joins Tony Heyl and Jamey Piggott to talk about the upcoming Ride to Defeat ALS and her team, Legs 4 Greg, honoring her husband Greg Telthorster. Marcia and Jamey discuss the logistics of the ride, how it can be fun and challenging, the end point at Morey's Piers, and why this event has been so special for the Telthorster family. Listen, subscribe on iTunes, share the podcast, and join Legs 4 Greg and other teams at the Ride to Defeat ALS by registering or donating at www.als-express.org 

Nurses Week is the first week of May. The ALS Association Greater Philadelphia Chapter is thrilled to have exceptional nurses on staff to provide quality care to ALS families. In this Podcast, three ALS Association nurses who work at the ALS Treatment Center at Penn State Hershey Medical Center talk about working for the Chapter, what kind of work they do on a daily basis, and why they became nurses in the first place. Listen to nurses Sue Walsh, Maureen Reid, and Annette Miller discuss their different paths to nursing and their equally different paths to ALS and then join them for the Hershey Walk to Defeat ALS at www.hersheywalktodefeatals.org  Find more ways to get involved at www.alsphiladelphia.org 

Social Workers are at the forefront of The ALS Association Greater Philadelphia Chapter's mission for ALS families. What does a Chapter social worker do though? In this podcast, Chapter social workers Melissa Coll, Anne Cooney, and Jayne Etskovitz talk about their combined 60 years of experience in social work, how they assist persons with ALS and their families, and some of their favorite memories and events at the Chapter. Listen and learn about the value of social work and get involved during the Chapter's 40th anniversary at www.alsphiladelphia.org today.

The ALS Registry is a powerful tool to learn more about who has ALS in the United States and develop appropriate research proposals with different populations of people. In order for the Registry to work, people with ALS need to participate in a series of surveys. In this podcast, Jen Hjelle, the Executive Director of The ALS Association MN/ND/SD Chapter talks about their outreach to ALS families for the registry in more rural areas of the country and why they see the Registry as a valuable tool to end ALS. Learn more about the fight against ALS, research, and participating in advocacy for initiatives like the Registry at www.alsa.org 

In Part 3 of the ALS Research Podcast Series with Dr. Jill Yersak, we discuss the significance of biomarkers in understanding ALS progression and developing new treatments. Dr. Yersak answers questions on this topic such as: What are biomarkers? How does one identify a biomarker for ALS? Why are biomarkers important for ALS research? What is the future of this avenue of study? Listen, subscribe, and learn more about biomarkers and other aspects of ALS research at www.alsa.org/research/ 

In 1977, The ALS Association Greater Philadelphia Chapter started with a promise to listen to people with ALS and create solutions to their every day needs while investing in research to end ALS for good. When Alisa Brownlee started with the Chapter in 1996, there were not many ways for the Chapter to do that listening except in face to face meetings. Since she began, the technology at the Chapter and nationally at The ALS Association, has grown by leaps and bounds to better assist ALS families while providing information and services faster than ever imagined. In this Podcast, Alisa talks about how the Chapter went from only having one computer with internet access in 1996 to now communicating and serving ALS families through a multifunctional website, social media, video streaming, Telemedicine and more. Listen, share, subscribe and get involved today to continue #AdvancingTheMission at www.alsphiladelphia.org 

One of the first commitments that The ALS Association Greater Philadelphia Chapter made to ALS families was to provide them with compassion and support through group meetings. Before the Chapter could develop the comprehensive care services taht it has today, it had to listen to the needs of those affected by ALS. That started with meetings at the homes of people like Ben and Dottie Ohrenstein.  In 2017, as part of the Chapter's 40th Anniversary, the Chapter is Honoring the Promise of those early groups and Advancing the Mission through more specialist resource groups in a wider geography. In this podcast, Alair Altiero, PhD., talks about the Chapter's Resource Group program and how it continues to evolve to fit the needs of ALS patients and caregivers. Listen, share, and get involved at www.alsphiladelphia.org 

ALS is a difficult and complicated disease. Most people who are affected by ALS have not spent much time researching it until they or someone that they care for has been diagnosed. Everybody has questions, from the very general understanding of the disease to details about research, genetics, and more. Dr. Jill Yersak, Manager of Research Communications at The ALS Association, is sharing her expertise in a running series on ALS research questions. In this Podcast, Dr. Yersak takes part in a conversation by answering the basic question - What is ALS? Learn more about ALS, research, and Chapter services at www.alsa.org 

ALS is a difficult and complicated disease. Most people who are affected by ALS have not spent much time researching it until they or someone that they care for has been diagnosed. Everybody has questions, from the very general understanding of the disease to details about research, genetics, and more. Dr. Jill Yersak, Manager of Research Communications at The ALS Association, is sharing her expertise in a running series on ALS research questions. In this Podcast, Dr. Yersak takes part in a conversation by talking about What is ALS research? Each year, people across the country and around the world donate to fund ALS research. In this podcast, Dr. Jill Yersak from The ALS Association helps answer the question - What is ALS Research? Why is it so complicated? What makes it take so long to complete? Learn more about ALS, research, and Chapter services at www.alsa.org 

Maureen Reid is a nurse at the ALS Treatment Center at Penn State Hershey Medical Center, where she supports patient families. She knows ALS all too well as she lost her husband to the disease, giving her even greater reason to provide compassionate care to those affected by the disease.  In this special Thanksgiving podcast, Maureen talks about her background in nursing, the high quality of staff at Hershey Medical Center, and the progress she sees for patient care. Listen, share, and learn more about ALS and how to get involved at www.alsphiladelphia.org 

2016 marks the 20th anniversary of the ALS Association Treatment Center at Penn State Hershey Medical Center. One of the newer healthcare professionals at the clinic is Alair Altiero, PhD., who assists ALS families as the mental health clinician. Not only does Alair run the resource group at Hershey Medical Center, but she also oversees the group program for the entire Greater Philadelphia Chapter. In this podcast, Alair talks about her role and what it means to be a part of a long standing professional ALS clinic. To learn more about the work at Hershey Medical Center and to get involved in the ALS cause, visit www.alsphiladelphia.org 

In this Podcast, Chapter social worker Melissa Coll talks about the National ALS Registry through the Centers for Disease Control. The Registry helps guide knowledge of ALS and help researchers understand the numbers of who has the disease so that they can move on other important projects. Melissa here talks about the value of the Registry, how it empowers people with ALS, and why continued advocacy is important. Listen, share, and learn more about the Registry at www.alsa.org or www.alsphiladelphia.org or directly at https://wwwn.cdc.gov/als/ 

Each year, Ann Malloy and her family walk in the Greater Philadelphia Walk to Defeat ALS in memory of their father, Pat Malloy. They come together as part of team Pat's Posse. Now Ann is walking not just with her father in mind, but also her brother Patrick, who was diagnosed with ALS. In this podcast, Ann talks about what the walk means to her, how the team prepares, and why they find the Walk to Defeat ALS to be so positive and reaffirming year after year. Join them on Sunday, November 6 by registering or donating at www.greaterphiladelphiawalktodefeatals.org 

Long time Greater Philadelphia Chapter volunteer Larry Kaplan has embarked on an ambitious program to travel to every state in the country for the 50 in 30 Challenge - a campaign to do a unique bucket challenge in each state to raise money and awareness for the ALS cause. In this podcast, Jamey Piggott, an events manager with the Chapter, talks about how he joined Larry on the road for a week, seeing 16 states in 8 days to help him meet people from Ohio to Kansas and many places in between. Find videos and donate online at www.50in30.org today and learn more at www.alsphiladelphia.org