Lauer Power Podcast

In this episode, Chad Lauer and Chad Evans discuss the motivation behind dreaming and achieving a world record with Adam Bowman. Bowman is an ordinary person pursing extraordinary things. As the CFO of Bloomsburg Carpet and dad of three he joked with his kids about breaking a world record. They laughed at him and that was all he needed. At 42 years old he set out to break the world record for pull ups in an 8 hour timeframe. Tune in to be inspired by Adam. Our hope is that his work ethic and drive can rub off on you as a listener to pursue your dreams and think anything is possible in your life just as Adam did by completing 4,801 pull ups in 8 hours! If you like our content please comment, like, and subscribe!

In this episode, Chad Lauer and Chad Evans discuss resilience and family. Our guest is Giuseppe Bua. Giuseppe tells his inspiring story of channeling adversity in his life into having a positive influence on others. He discusses the impact that family and friends can have on one's life and how to battle through at all odds! He is a true inspiration. Giuseppe was born with Osteogenesis Imperfecta Type 3, also known as brittle bone disease. He comes with 6 wheels as he says and has been through major adversity via surgery, addiction, and multiple health scares throughout his life. Those that know Giuseppe know that he will always greet you with a smile and a "what's up brother". We can learn so much from his story and his strong Italian family values. Tune in to be inspired and give us a like, subscribe, and share!

This episode is sponsored by The Plumbing Outlet, Coal Region Winery, and Brian G. Persing Masonry. Chad Lauer and Chad Evans take an episode to promote a few things that we have happening locally. From youth mentor day for fishing, a fishing derby at Indian Hills Golf Club, May 2nd and May 3rd Great Stone State Golf Classic at Knoebels Golf Course (proceeds to Dig Furniture Bank), Alec's Angel Foundation Golf Tournament at Indian Hills Golf Club, The Central Susquehanna Opportunities Golf Tournament at Bucknell Golf Club, Chad talks about his recent trip to the Dominican Republic and his leadership topic of the day which he recently heard from former guest Harry Mathias which is we have to live in a NO PARKING ZONE. We appreciate your support and hope you will tune in for another episode!  

This episode is sponsored by The Plumbing Outlet, Coal Region Winery, and Brian G. Persing Masonry. Chad Lauer and Chad Evans sit down with Chris Nagy in a delightful turn of the table to tell Chris Nagy's story after years of Chris telling everyone else's, including our hosts'. Chris amassed a 20-year journalism career writing for Lock Haven Express, Pittsburgh Tribune Review, Clearfield Progress, Shamokin News Item, and Daily Item. His passion laid in covering sports with a vibrant and humanizing voice; through his illustrious course, he has covered many coal region stars. He won multiple awards for his colorful reporting of local athletic feats and the passionate people accomplishing them. Chris has recently been featured in Pa Health Magazine, Geisinger's G TV, and 2 Daily Item articles for his impressive weight loss journey and fitness transformation, from a personal nadir at  503 pounds experiencing a harrowing medical event to 235 pounds completing triathlons. Chris is a true inspiration of personal transformation in the face of adversity, and he has done it all while retaining his signature joy and sense of humor. Tune in for an emotional and uplifting podcast!

This episode is sponsored by The Plumbing Outlet and Coal Region Winery. Chad Lauer and Chad Evans skip the guest and talk about sports tourism. There is a major opportunity to bring people to our area and have a significant impact on our local economy. Chad & Chad have both been playing an active role in this endeavor by hosting golf tournaments and basketball tournaments. These events have filled local restaurants and other local businesses and they are just getting started. The plan is to develop a full blown sports tourism business attracting folks from outside of the area to come here to Central PA! Tune in for another fun episode!

Sit back and relax this holiday season and catch up on the best of the best of The Lauer Power Podcast in 2024. We had an amazing group of guests, great community events, and tremendous leadership insights throughout the year! We are looking forward to making 2025 the best year yet! 

New Episode Launch! This episode is sponsored by The Plumbing Outlet and Coal Region Winery. Chad Lauer and Chad Evans skip the guest and talk about getting out of your comfort zone as Chad Evans has officially been granted a Class B CDL. He has become a trucker! He talks about "pooping a squirrel" he was so nervous while getting on the interstate for the very first time along with many other details of the process of becoming a trucker! Tune in as Chad & Chad touch base on leadership, trying something new, and as always have some fun stories to tell the audience!

In this episode sponsored by The Plumbing Outlet and Coal Region Winery, Chad Lauer and Chad Evans sit down with local entrepreneur Jim Moore. Jim is the owner of Moore Renovations and Moore Real Estate. Jim recently transformed a property entering his neighborhood by investing nearly a million dollars into beautiful apartments. Jim doesn't talk about change, he lets his work do the talking for him. He believes that people deserve nice things and is looking to attract professionals to his neighborhood. This in turn helps people believe in a better future and have pride in their neighborhood. Chad Lauer discusses the leadership topic of the podcast "It's not the song it's the singer". We hope you tune in to and give us a like, share, and subscribe if you enjoy our content!

This episode is sponsored by The Plumbing Outlet and Coal Region Winery. Chad Lauer and Chad Evans sit down with local Community Revitalization leader Betsy Kramer. Betsy is the Community Revitalization Manager for SEDA-COG - An economic development organization and also Local Development District set up through the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) serving 11 core central region counties: Center, Clinton, Columbia, Lycoming, Juniata, Mifflin, Montour, Northumberland, Perry, Snyder, Union. Betsy uncovers the hood of what is confusing to many. She explains the major need in our area and the difficult process of securing funding and getting projects off the ground. She explains how specific the grant writing process needs to be and the challenges involved. She also inspires so many that often they think she has an open "checkbook". Betsy leaves us feeling educated and wanting to be a larger part in our community revitalization efforts. She has secured and is working on administering nearly 7 million dollars worth of grants today and is working on securing millions more for the area. Let's celebrate her great work! Tune in today!

This episode is sponsored by The Plumbing Outlet and Coal Region Winery. Chad Lauer and Chad Evans sit down with local entrepreneur and owner of Brewski's and Mayor of the town of Bloomsburg, PA Justin Hummel. Justin discusses how his passion for town led him on an inspiring entrepreneurial journey that eventually led him to run for office. Justin was the owner and operator of Hotel Magee and Harry's Grill, leased his building to The Hardware Bar, owner of The Study, started Pierogi by Kim with his wife, and is the owner operator of Brewski's in town. He is a former Bloomsburg School Board President, Rotary Club President, Town Councilman, Library Board Member, and town pool board member. He emphasizes small businesses as the backbone of our small towns and our nation. He discusses how he and the town of Bloomsburg have been creative over the years. He believes strongly that we need to be Yes towns instead of No towns to continue to have improvements and recruit businesses that can thrive. Justin also discusses in detail how he believes that even though we can't all agree on everything we can have a positive impact on our community. Our leadership topic of the podcast is allowing folks to thrive in their role by empowering them to do their job without micromanaging. If Justin can do all of this as one person we can certainly get involved! Please join us for another episode focused on positivity and entrepreneurship.

This episode is sponsored by The Plumbing Outlet and Coal Region Winery. Chad Lauer and Chad Evans discuss how to market a small business. They have spent their entire lives promoting and marketing small businesses. They cover the differences between directional and creative advertising, how to generate and track new business, and how to strategize to grow your small business. Starting with a website as the hub you can learn about SEO, Google Ads, Social Media, Video Production, Reputation Management, and all things marketing. Ultimately, the goal is to provide everyone with the tools necessary to pursue their entrepreneurial dream and impact their local economy. Thanks for continuing to support our podcast!

This episode is sponsored by The Plumbing Outlet and Coal Region Winery. Chad Lauer and Chad Evans sit down with local entrepreneur Mike Gerrity. Mike discusses how his passion for caring for his own vehicles organically evolved into a thriving automotive detailing business in Shamokin, PA. He emphasizes small businesses as the backbone of our local area and our nation, and encourages folks in the Coal Region to contemplate how their unique interests and skill sets can benefit the local economy and community. He puts this into practice himself as a youth leader at LCBC, where he and his wife strive to uplift local adolescents. The leadership topic of the day is how to turn our good intentions into action. Thanks for continuing to grow with us here Lauer Power!

In this episode sponsored by The Plumbing Outlet and Coal Region Winery, Chad Lauer, Chad Evans, and Dave Tamkus sit down with local entrepreneur Edward Manning. Edward discusses his entrepreneurial journey which includes starting in corporate banking, owning Manning Ventures, Manning Investments, LLC, Real Estate Partnerships, Purchasing the Rosini/Thomas Photography and Olcese Pharmacy buildings in Shamokin, PA, Opening Oliver's Cigar & Cocktail Lounge, Managing a local AIRBNB, purchasing Heritage Restaurant, and starting Pinnacle Energy Solutions. Edward is a true entrepreneur that relocated from Wyomissing, PA and is heavily invested personally and financially in the coal region town of Shamokin. In addition to his entrepreneurship, he was appointed as Chair of the Shamokin Area Economic Development Authority as well in 2022. Tune in to continue learning alongside us on all things entrepreneurship and local positivity!

In this episode, Chad Lauer and Chad Evans sit down with Kristy Teisher from eatshare.org to discuss her passion for connecting folks that are in need of a meal with people capable of delivering a meal in their own neighborhood. Eat Share is a collection of volunteers throughout north central Pennsylvania who bring warm meals to neighbors when it's needed most. Their mission is to support our community and extend kindness through food sharing. They also seek to partner with other community services to strengthen our collective resources and decrease food waste. Kristy was an amazing guest with a passion for helping folks and an entrepreneurial spirit. Tune in to hear how you can help! 

In this episode, Chad Lauer, Chad Evans, and Dave Tamkus sit down to discuss the pivots in their entrepreneurial journeys, their recent hot dog event in Shamokin, and the future of whynotshamokin.com. Lauer Media Company is launching a new sales company that performs sales as a service, Stone State Entertainment is pivoting to create a studio experience to generate content and a team day in studio, and Dave Tamkus rejected Chad Lauer's job offer to continue his journey and passion as an entrepreneur! Chad Lauer's leadership topic of the episode is "Nobody Cares - Don't let fear of what people think stop you" Check out our new studio in this episode and join the movement of using adversity as motivation.

In this episode, Chad Lauer, Chad Evans, and Dave Tamkus discuss sit down with Northumberland County Commissioner Meghan Beck. Megan brings a wealth of knowledge and fits right into our theme of using adversity as motivation. Meghan has been a major player in revitalization efforts in the town of Sunbury and at the county level. She discusses revitalization development efforts, the need for a community college in our area, supporting our Shamokin movement, STEAM Innovation Labs, and IKIGAI which is our leadership topic of the day! Tune in for another awesome episode!

In this episode, Chad Lauer, Chad Evans, and Dave Tamkus discuss their whynotshamokin.com movement. The simplistic gesture of a wave and taking care of your neighbors. Mental health awareness and how it's okay to not be okay. Lastly, they will be giving out free hotdogs on July 11th as a thank you for the support we have received from the podcast! 

In this episode, Chad Lauer and Chad Evans welcome Scott Fabrizio and BJ Carpentier from Freedom Fighter Outdoors. The Goal of FFO is to raise awareness and seek public aid for needs, services and activities for injured veterans. Our events facilitate injured veterans in assisting each other through teamwork based outdoor recreational activities by providing unique, once in a lifetime outdoor activities. FFO honors and empowers our nation's injured service veterans. They discuss the importance of the organization especially here in the coal region where we have a large number of veterans that need reacclimating. Tune in to hear great stories of hunts with veterans and how you can help give back to those that fight for our freedom!

In this episode, Chad Lauer and Chad Evans follow up on the Kurt Masser episode with our vision for the future. A vision is simply a desired state. We share our desired state of our entrepreneurship and our town. We discuss the leadership topic of the day, how to cultivate better leaders and stand for something worth following. We previously discuss what needs to happen in our town and let our audience understand what we are doing and inspire them to join us in our movement by pursuing their own dreams. We hope you will join us on our podcast, subscribe, and share. 

In this episode, Chad Lauer, Dave Tamkus, and Chad Evans follow up the why not shamokin episode by interviewing Kurt Masser. Kurt has had great entrepreneurial success and political success right here in our region. From growing up on a farm in Pitman PA to owning The Wayside Inn his family is well known on route 61. Kurt also used his business experience to become Northumberland County Commissioner and followed that up by becoming a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for the 107th district. Kurt now owns KAM Strategies Consulting where he uses his lengthy experience in office to help with all state and local issues you may face, from lobbying, to business development and procurement.  Kurt has had a major impact on our area and shares his insights on how we continue to have a positive impact on our region. He also shares great insights from his experience in Harrisburg and helps provide a roadmap on how to have the coal region thrive once again. 

In this episode, Chad Lauer and Chad Evans change the pace of the Lauer Power Podcast with a fun episode highlighting the past, present, and future of Shamokin, PA. A coal town that was once thriving and is now considered the poorest town in the state of Pennsylvania. Our guest is Dave Tamkus, a Shamokin native and historian of sorts. He is a talented graphic designer with deep pride of the town of Shamokin. We highlight the major need for innovation and improvement in the region, as we brainstorm business opportunities that can shape the future of not only the coal town of Shamokin but other struggling coal towns across our country. Join us to take a seat in our meeting of three entrepreneurs hoping to fuel momentum and inspire our community!

In this episode, Chad Lauer and Chad Evans discuss the leadership topic, 'Servant Leadership.' Our guests are Eric and Kari Boyer. Eric and Kari own IV coffee in Sunbury, PA, Underdog Electric in Mifflinburg, PA, and imminently-opening Refuge Church in Shamokin, PA. They are truly inspirational, as they open up about their adversity in an raw and inspirational podcast. Eric has battled through significant childhood trauma, years of addiction, and a life-altering work injury that impacted his vision. Kari is a warrior who survived childhood physical and sexual abuse. She frankly discusses the lifelong impact that rape has had, and how she has transformed her trauma into motivation. Eric is an assistant pastor at Calvary Bible, and Kari is also a leader in the church. They will soon be making an impact in the heart of the Coal Region at Refuge Church, as they daily pour themselves into others as true servant leaders. 

In this episode, Chad Lauer and Chad Evans discuss the leadership topic of lifelong learning. Our guest is Harry Mathias, former Superintendent of Central Columbia School District in central Pennsylvania, owner of Mathias Educational Leadership Consulting, LLC, consultant to Danville Area Community Center, former head football coach at Central Columbia High School, former assistant football coach at Bloomsburg University, and Columbia-Montour Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year 2023. Harry brings invaluable insight on the nuances and challenges involved in educational leadership. During his nineteen years at the helm, Central Columbia was a top-ranked school district in PA, as well as highly ranked nationally. Harry discusses creating a culture of accountability on all levels, as well as the benefits in fostering the willingness to compete in education. We all should be invested in the future of our youth, and Harry offers a fascinating perspective on what it takes to win in educational leadership!

In this episode, Chad Lauer and Chad Evans discuss the leadership topic, 'Thinking Big.' Our guest is Bill Hauser, Chad Lauer's former colleague. Bill is the founder and CEO of THE SMB Team. He opens up about harnessing control of his mental health, discussing the impact of his diagnoses of anxiety disorder and hypomania on his trajectory as an entrepreneur. He is the author of the books Worry 180 and Law Firm Growth Accelerator and leads a team of over 100 employees that earns nearly 30 million dollars in annual revenue. Bill brings his unique and proven perspective on personal and business development, including mastermind groups and how to Think Big when setting goals.

In this episode, Chad Lauer and Chad Evans discuss the leadership topic, 'Curiosity Fuels Innovation.' Our guest is Kelly McCarthy, Chad Lauer's cousin and fellow Coal Region kid turned NASA Program Specialist. Kelly is the current lead on NASA's Artemis I Moon Trees Education Activity. She is a National Science Foundation Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator, as well as a NASA/NOAA/NSF: PolarTREC Educator, serving as an educator-researcher on a month-long expedition to Greenland mapping Arctic ice. She is a TEDxEd speaker, National Geographic Fellow, member of American Geophysical Union, former Teach for America educator in Philadelphia School District, and former physics teacher at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional High School. In this episode, we get an inside peek at current innovations and experimentation at NASA and how that culture has inspired Kelly in her pursuit of professional and personal fulfillment. She offers practicable insight into persevering through rejection to reach and exceed goals. Bring your curiosity as we delve into manifesting your dreams in business, education, and life!

In this episode, Chad Lauer and Chad Evans discuss the leadership topic, 'Leading in Crisis.' Our guest is Evan Gajkowski. Evan is a nurse practitioner and the former ECMO coordinator at Geisinger Health System in Pennsylvania. He boasts numerous medical journal publications as first author, as well as many conference presentations, but most importantly, he brings us the practicable experience of leading critical care teams for the sickest patients during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. His harrowing recounting of compartmentalizing personal emotions to continue to offer calm leadership and compassionate care in the storm offers us insight into the frontlines of an unprecedented challenge to our country, as well as essential lessons in leading during a crisis. As he and our country have emerged from the storm perseverant, Evan continues to be a stalwart in healthcare and his community, leading beyond the hospital as a youth wrestling coach and inspiring young students to pursue careers in medicine. Join us in this emotional episode that inspires us to continue to support and build our community and learn to lead together, even in the toughest of times.

In this episode, Chad Lauer and Chad Evans discuss the leadership topic, 'Being Prepared.' Our guest is Bryan Majors. Bryan is a major entrepreneurial and inspiration force, owning three successful businesses including a cultural clothing brand that spreads motivational messaging across communities. Bryan stands as a retired professional basketball player for the Harlem Globetrotters Organization, having embraced his entrepreneurial journey wholeheartedly. He is known as the Modern Day Hope Dealer, an Amazon #1 Best Selling Author, Black Enterprise Recognized Author, College Adjunct Professor, Professional Basketball Trainer, and a Transformational Leadership & Character Development Coach. His impact has reached thousands of lives, leaving an indelible mark on the world. Grab your pencil and start working on your Major goals today! "Stay Focused, Remain Humble, and Keep Working"

In this episode, Chad Lauer and Chad Evans discuss the leadership topic, 'getting out of your comfort zone.' Our guest is the owner of Resurrection Movement Studio, Hide Horikoshi. Hide tells his inspiring story of channeling adversity in his life into giving back to his community. He discusses his story of moving from Japan to New York at the age of 12 and being thrust into public middle school with no grasp of the English language. He persevered through illegal immigration status struggles, mental health challenges, and a recent significant medical illness that has renewed his vigor for life, entrepreneurship and tirelessly striving to serve and improve his community. This episode will keep you on the edge of your seat and we can't wait for you to listen!

In this episode, Chad Lauer and Chad Evans discuss the leadership topic of ensuring team members are on the right seat of the bus. Our guest is Paul Smith, a member of the band The Badlees and owner of Eight Days A Week Studio, where we are so fortunate to produce this podcast. Paul shares his entrepreneurial story, as well as his journey with a famous band signed by a record label. He discusses the specific nuances of leadership in the arts. We can all learn so much from his unique perspective and wisdom garnered on the bus and beyond.

In this episode, Chad Lauer and Chad Evans discuss Leading with Empathy. Our guest is Oasis Community Recovery Club President, Danielle Houtz. Danielle tells her inspiring story of channeling adversity in her life into service to a population in desperate need. She discusses the impact that addiction can have on family and community, as well as the importance of providing a sober safe place for those struggling with addiction. She is a true inspiration, as she takes a small town drug epidemic head on while battling her own health challenges. We encourage you to listen, get inspired, and harness her passion to serve your own community.

In this episode, Chad Lauer and Chad Evans discuss the leadership topic of the importance of being able to have difficult conversations. Our guest is Susquehanna University men's basketball coach, Frank Marcinek. Frank tells his inspiring story of battling stage 4 throat cancer, not being able to speak for seven weeks, finding his voice in times of need, along with sharing his perspectives on leadership from 36 years of coaching and being 10th all-time for wins in NCAA division III men's basketball history. 

In this episode, Chad Lauer and Chad Evans discuss the leadership topic of setting a clear agenda in business. Chad Evans tells his personal story of making the jump into entrepreneurship after nearly 20 years in broadcasting. How he built a career from his passion of entertaining others and how much he loves the coal region.

In this episode, Lauer Media Company President Chad Lauer and Chad Evans introduce you to the Lauer Power Podcast. Chad Lauer tells his personal story of dealing with a rare cancer disorder called Von Hippel Lindau, losing a friend and a father, and how he used that pain as fuel to do good in the world. Chad sets the stage for the podcast which will include interviews with inspirational guests, improving leadership together, and stories of entrepreneurship.