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Jasen Sokol Show Podcast 1.20.20 Jasen reveals that he's leaving WAKR (0:18). Mayor Dan Horrigan talks about snow removal and Chapel Hill Mall (3:47). Mark Williamson of Akron Public Schools & 23 News Day joins Jasen with some memories (9:55).
Thursday Podcast Jasen Sokol Show 1.16.20. This week's People of Akron guest is Dan Flowers. You know him from the Akron Canton Regional Foodbank, but what's he doing outside of work? You're in for a surprise. Congratulations to Ace Epps, Bounce Innovation Hub Director of Inclusive Entrepreneurship. Lots of you have business ideas, drive, and energy...but don't know how to execute your plan. Ace can help with that.
Jasen Sokol Show Podcast 1.14.20. The final Democratic Debate before the Iowa Caucus is this evening. Jasen talked with Dr. Tom Sutton of Baldwin Wallace about the points the candidates must make. Jeff Schudel of the Morning Journal and News Herald discussed the sign stealing scandal in the MLB.
Jasen Sokol Show Podcast 1.13.20. Brad Russell joins Jasen to talk about the Browns hiring Kevin Stefanski (0:18). Jasen talks to Nick Shook about the Browns new HC, Kevin Stefanski (5:00). Courtney Gras, from Tech Stars, joins Jasen to talk about the Consumer Electronic Show (CES) (14:23).
Jasen Sokol Show Podcast 1.7.20. The acquisition of Summa Health by Beaumont is underway. Jasen talked with President and CEO dr. Cliff Deveny about what will change, and what will stay the same. County Executive Ilene Shapiro joined us in studio to discuss the foreclosure of Chapel Hill Mall and an energy program for homeowners. This week's People of Akron featured Dave Rich of surf rock band The Beyonderers.
Jasen Sokol Show Podcast Thursday 12.19.19 We were able to hear two different views of yesterday's impeachment. Will Huhn Distinguished Professor of Law, Emeritus University of Akron, Professor at Duquesne University School of Law gave us his constitutional analysis. Former GOP Congressman Jim Renacci believes it's time for D.C. to get back to work. Dr. Toni Bisconti stopped by to talk about family stress at holiday get togethers.
Jeanne interviewed Legal Aid Executive Director, Steve McGarrity about evictions in Akron, and how they can help renters.
Dominion Energy is making big investments in green energy. Jeanne Destro interviewed two Dominion officials about it.
Summit County Health Commissioner, Donna Skoda on the flu, pandemics, deaths of despair, life expectancy, opiods.
Kent State University Professor, David Pelleg, explains Cryptocurrency.
Jeanne Destro interviewed retired University of Akron Law Professor, Dean Carro, about the impeachment process.
ACLU Attorney, Claire Chevrier, and Retired University of Akron Law Professor, Dean Carro, discuss a bail reform proposal under consideration by the Ohio Supreme Court.
A new University of Akron-sponsored fitness program underway now at AMHA Housing facilities throughout Akron, designed to foster both physical and mental health.
CBS News Military Consultant Jeff McCausland talked with Jeanne Destro about the grounding of Saudi Military Aviation students in the US, after the Pensacola shootings.
Jeanne Destro talks to Psychologist, Dr. Adam Borland, from the Cleveland Clinic, about the connection between loneliness and health.
Tom Fladung is Managing Partner at Hennes Communications, where they specialize in Crisis Communications, including online reputation management.
Jasen Sokol Show Podcast 10.28.19 On the Monday edtion of the Jasen Sokol Show Podcast: CBS's Mike Lyons talks to Jasen about the death of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, leader of ISIS. (0:19) Jasen talks to Gregg Mervis of the John S. Knight Center about the flooding that occurred this morning due to a broken water line. (7:40) Dr. Karl Kaltenthaler joins Jasen to talk more about the death of ISIS leader, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi. (13:19)
Jasen Sokol Show Podcast 10.15.19 On the Tuesday edition of the Jasen Sokol Show Podcast: The 12 candidate Democratic Debate is tonight at Otterbein University. Dr. Tom Sutton of Baldwin Wallace University previewed the candidates and topics. Ohio Democratic Party Chairman David Pepper weighed in the battle for top spot: Biden and Warren. Our callers had plenty to say about LeBron James comments on China.
Jasen Sokol Show Podcast 10.14.19 CBS's Jeff McCausland joins Jasen to talk about the situation in Syria. Jasen talks to Jonathan Wylly of IBH about their new building and what plans they have for it.
Jasen Sokol Show Podcast 7.25.19 On the Thursday edition of the Jasen Sokol Show Podcast: Mayor Don Walters welcomes dogs, and their people, to downtown Cuyahoga Falls.(17.2 seconds) Tom Sutton of Baldwin Wallace University breaks down Robert Mueller's Testimony (4:44) Akron Symphony's Chris Wilkins and Tom Moore preview Sunday's free concert at Forest Lodge Park (14:00)
Jasen Sokol Show Podcast 7.24.19 . On the Wednesday edition of the Jasen Sokol Show Podcast: Sage Lewis of The Homeless Charity talks about his present troubles with the City and our homeless population (17.9 seconds) Greg McNeil of Cover2 Resources hosts an event Thursday Night in Green with a free concert from country artist Shane Runion (8:30)
Jasen Sokol Show Podcast 7.22.19 . On the Monday edition of the Jasen Sokol Show Podcast: Mayor of Akron, Dan Horrigan, joins Jasen to talk about the announcement that Amazon is moving into Akron at the old Rolling Acres Mall. (0:19) Jasen talks to Jeff Schudel for his weekly sports update. (7:12) Bob Troyer joins Jasen to talk about the Soap Box Derby that took place over the weekend. (15:47)
Jasen Sokol Show Podcast 7.19.19.On the Friday edition of the Jasen Sokol Show Podcast hosted by Ryan Lang. Akron City Councilwoman Tara Samples on Joel Wells shooting (19.7 seconds) Stark State Akron Executive Director Don Mullen (18:37)
Mike DeWine on the election, polls, and what's ahead for Ohio