Mr. Curiosity

Follow Mr. Curiosity
Share on
Copy link to clipboard

From Joe Snedeker's brain, to your ears. Not scared yet? Then "Mr. Curiosity" may just be the podcast for you! Join Joe as he chats with friends and celebrities from in and around Northeastern & Central Pennsylvania. "Mr. Curiosity" promises to be entertaining, educational, goofy, and everything i…

Joe Snedeker


    • Apr 29, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 53m AVG DURATION
    • 162 EPISODES

    4.7 from 140 ratings Listeners of Mr. Curiosity that love the show mention: nepa, joe, child, watching, fan, great job, funny, think, great podcast, enjoy, entertaining, love, thanks, good, listen, like, wnep, channel 16, snedeker, tom clark.


    Ivy Insights

    The Mr. Curiosity podcast hosted by Joe Snedeker is an absolute gem for anyone looking for entertaining and informative content. While Joe is known for his captivating weather reports, he truly shines as an interviewer in this podcast. With his infectious personality and boundless energy, he manages to keep you hooked from start to finish. The podcast features interviews with various WNEP personalities, creating "driveway moments" that leave you wanting more.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is Joe's interviewing style. He has a knack for asking intriguing questions that bring out the best in his guests. Whether it's fellow WNEP colleagues or other interesting individuals, Joe's curiosity drives the conversation and ensures that each episode is filled with captivating stories and insights. His authenticity and genuine interest in his guests make for a relaxed yet informative atmosphere.

    Another great aspect of The Mr. Curiosity podcast is the variety of topics covered. From local party house secrets to nostalgic stories from NEPA (Northeastern Pennsylvania), there's something for everyone to enjoy. This makes the podcast relatable not only to those familiar with NEPA but also to anyone who appreciates engaging conversations and interesting anecdotes.

    While there are no major downsides to this podcast, some listeners might find it more enjoyable if they are already familiar with the WNEP personalities being interviewed. As someone new to the area or without prior knowledge of WNEP, some episodes may not hold as much significance or resonance.

    In conclusion, The Mr. Curiosity podcast hosted by Joe Snedeker is an absolute delight. With his charm, wit, and natural interviewing skills, Joe keeps listeners engaged throughout each episode. Whether you're a fan of weather forecasts or simply enjoy lively conversations, this podcast is definitely worth a listen. It's like sitting around a campfire with friends, sharing stories and gaining insights into the world around you. Give it a try – you won't be disappointed!



    Search for episodes from Mr. Curiosity with a specific topic:

    Latest episodes from Mr. Curiosity

    The Deep-Fried Cicada Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2024 35:23


    The WNEP Morning Crew gathers along with Shawn Dunn and Ex-WNEP Reporter and Go Joe "Sidekick" Chris Keating via... Joe's iPhone? Sometimes simple is better as the crew catches up with Chris and answers your brownbag@wnep.com questions concerning spiteful anchor vacationing, mountain biking machismo, deep-fried cicada, and the ultimate animal fight showdown... with one major caveat!?!? It's your turn... Press PLAY!

    The Driving Slow in the Fast Lane Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2024 38:20


    In this episode, Mindi, Jon, and Joe are joined by WNEP's Digital Director Shawn Dunn to dive deep into the Brown Bag of random viewer-provided questions! We're talking anchor seat positioning, wedding gifts, permanent jewelry, mind-controlling chemtrails and most importantly, just why Mindi would sleep in a stinky County Fair Porta-Potty for only $2500?!? You'll only find the answers to all of these questions if you press PLAY!

    The Fred Lettieri Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2024 44:01


    A Newswatch 16 blast from the past joins Joe and Mindi on this episode of Mr. Curiosity! Former reporter, turned phonebook salesperson, turned WNEP salesperson, Fred Lettieri stops by the studio to answer your Brown Bag Monday questions.

    The Let it Mellow Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2024 52:06


    In this episode, the WNEP Morning Crew answers your questions on news car etiquette, wind chill factor, the world's greatest holiday, and most importantly... If it's yellow, let it mellow. If it's brown, flush it down!?! Get your questions in for future episodes at brownbag@wnep.com and whatever you do, let it mellow!?

    The Jose the Dysfunctional Leprechaun Episode + Brown Bag Monday

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2024 48:17


    Have a Brown Bag Monday question? Send it to brownbag@wnep.com

    The PA Outdoor Life Team Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2024 53:18


    In this episode, Pennsylvania Outdoor Lifers Brian Hillingshead and Don Jacobs join Jon, and Joe for a rare Man Show episode?  The problem is, Joe's manhood is questioned as he confesses to having emotional hunting issues, and earthworm hooking regret when fishing.  Also, the guys take on the quesition... what makes Chinese food so good?  And, learn how Jon and Brain first unknowingly met with weapons in hand, many years before WNEP brought them together?  The Brown Bag really gets heated when Mindi "storms" in, to school the boys on fake eyelash application and technique!? Come with us and join the fun, if you're man enough???

    The PA Outdoor Life Team Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2024 52:18


    In this episode, Pennsylvania Outdoor Lifers Brian Hillingshead and Don Jacobs join Jon, and Joe for a rare Man Show episode? The problem is, Joe's manhood is questioned as he confesses to having emotional hunting issues, and earthworm hooking regret when fishing. Also, the guys take on the quesition... what makes Chinese food so good? And, learn how Jon and Brain first unknowingly met with weapons in hand, many years before WNEP brought them together? The Brown Bag really gets heated when Mindi "storms" in, to school the boys on fake eyelash application and technique!?Come with us and join the fun, if you're man enough???

    Brown Bag Monday | February 5, 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2024 40:18


    Mrs. Curiosity, yes Mrs., Woody Woodpecker, Underdog cancel culture, Florida flatness, endless repeat song frustrations, Wham Cam woes and The Morning Crew's real love of NEPA, including Mindi's first pierogi? All this and more, smushed into this special Brown Bag episode with Mindi, Jon, Tim and Joe answering your questions! You'll also experience a rare group Woody Woodpecker synchronized laugh? Press play, or live forever with regret and dismay!

    Brown Bag Monday | February 5, 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2024 41:18


    Mrs. Curiosity, yes Mrs., Woody Woodpecker, Underdog cancel culture, Florida flatness, endless repeat song frustrations, Wham Cam woes and The Morning Crew's real love of NEPA, including Mindi's first pierogi?  All this and more, smushed into this special Brown Bag episode with Mindi, Jon, Tim and Joe answering your questions! You'll also experience a rare group Woody Woodpecker synchronized laugh? Press play, or live forever with regret and dismay!

    The Frank Gerardi Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2024 41:57


    In this episode, Mindi, Tim and Joe are joined by WNEP audio and production veteran and legend, Frank Gerardi! Frank is thrown right into the action with stories of awkward situations in catholic confessionals? Some answers and solution even emerge.  Also, we have the winner of a hypothetical WNEP Royal Rumble!!! You may be surprised!!! Oh, we can be serious too, with talk of the I-95 corridor, optical illusions of wheel motion and movie favorites, to which Rob Reiner keeps resurfacing.  Just press play and get ready to drive your ears over the audio cliff, just like Thelma and Louise!

    The Frank Gerardi Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2024 40:57


    In this episode, Mindi, Tim and Joe are joined by WNEP audio and production veteran and legend, Frank Gerardi!Frank is thrown right into the action with stories of awkward situations in catholic confessionals? Some answers and solution even emerge. Also, we have the winner of a hypothetical WNEP Royal Rumble!!! You may be surprised!!!Oh, we can be serious too, with talk of the I-95 corridor, optical illusions of wheel motion and movie favorites, to which Rob Reiner keeps resurfacing. Just press play and get ready to drive your ears over the audio cliff, just like Thelma and Louise!

    The Joe Kohut Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2024 42:52


    In this episode, it's all guys, a first!  New WNEP media content guru Joe Kohut joins Jon Meyer, photojournalist Tim Hopkins, and Joe Snedeker to talk about his departure from print media to his new position at WNEP.  If that sounds too boring, don't you worry, the conversation quickly descends to insect parts in the foods you eat, Jon Meyer being too nice of a guy, group singing and why Joe doesn't wear a wedding ring!  That just begins the tip of the bizarre iceberg of Brown Bag questions from you, the viewers!  Send your questions for future episodes to brownbag@wnep.com and press play to unleash the XY chromosome dominant episode discussion right now!

    xy brown bag kohut jon meyer wnep tim hopkins joe snedeker
    The Joe Kohut Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2024 41:52


    In this episode, it's all guys, a first! New WNEP media content guru Joe Kohut joins Jon Meyer, photojournalist Tim Hopkins, and Joe Snedeker to talk about his departure from print media to his new position at WNEP. If that sounds too boring, don't you worry, the conversation quickly descends to insect parts in the foods you eat, Jon Meyer being too nice of a guy, group singing and why Joe doesn't wear a wedding ring! That just begins the tip of the bizarre iceberg of Brown Bag questions from you, the viewers! Send your questions for future episodes to brownbag@wnep.com and press play to unleash the XY chromosome dominant episode discussion right now!

    xy brown bag kohut jon meyer wnep tim hopkins joe snedeker
    The Christmas-ish Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2023 42:43


    This episode brings WNEP's Kerry Kearns in with Claire, Joe and the “man behind the curtain”, Shawn Dunn to bring you some holiday cheer?!? The gang discusses man moisturizing, the effectiveness and purpose of knit blankets, The Moon (also getting “mooned”), and is pronouncing the word “street” as “shtreet” a massive journalistic conspiracy? Think of it as a Christmas party for your ears! Just press PLAY! 

    The Christmas-ish Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2023 41:44


    This episode brings WNEP's Kerry Kearns in with Claire, Joe and the “man behind the curtain”, Shawn Dunn to bring you some holiday cheer?!?The gang discusses man moisturizing, the effectiveness and purpose of knit blankets, The Moon (also getting “mooned”), and is pronouncing the word “street” as “shtreet” a massive journalistic conspiracy?Think of it as a Christmas party for your ears! Just press PLAY! 

    The Jack's Mustache Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2023 39:57


    In this episode, Claire, Mindi and Joe are joined by Jack Culkin's mustache… and… John himself!   Before digging into the Brown Bag and answering your questions about the ionosphere, expressionless hamsters and teeth flossing, Jack's mustache has a lot to say!  Prepare to get hairy! Just press play to find out all that ensues! 

    The Jack's Mustache Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2023 38:57


    In this episode, Claire, Mindi and Joe are joined by Jack Culkin's mustache… and… John himself!  Before digging into the Brown Bag and answering your questions about the ionosphere, expressionless hamsters and teeth flossing, Jack's mustache has a lot to say!  Prepare to get hairy! Just press play to find out all that ensues! 

    The Thanksgiving Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2023 43:23


    Our Morning Crew, minus Mindi, gather to discuss their Thanksgiving plans and un-plans? Is it possible to FaceTime a traditional holiday meal? How long will a ham sandwich last on the moon? What's with newspeople's clothes, hair, color wheels, and working through holidays? Also, what became of Tinky Winky and his creepy/cute colleagues? Put the turkey in the oven, gather the family around, and just press play!

    The Thanksgiving Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2023 42:23


    Our Morning Crew, minus Mindi, gather to discuss their Thanksgiving plans and un-plans?Is it possible to FaceTime a traditional holiday meal? How long will a ham sandwich last on the moon? What's with newspeople's clothes, hair, color wheels, and working through holidays? Also, what became of Tinky Winky and his creepy/cute colleagues? Put the turkey in the oven, gather the family around, and just press play!

    Brown Bag Monday + WNEP's Home & Backyard

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2023 43:51


    In this episode, Claire and Joe get surprise guests from WNEP's Home and Backyard Show! Yes, Jackie Lewandoski and Martina Yencho join the podcast! The history and evolution of H&B is discussed and explained lightheartedly, but quickly devolves into Brown Bag revelations of music recommendations, fish emotions, federal mail offenses and the lack of Mom and daughters having the same name?!? Sit back, have a bite to eat and let your ears be entertained!

    Brown Bag Monday + WNEP's Home & Backyard

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2023 44:51


    In this episode, Claire and Joe get surprise guests from WNEP's Home and Backyard Show!  Yes, Jackie Lewandoski and Martina Yencho join the podcast! The history and evolution of H&B is discussed and explained lightheartedly, but quickly devolves into Brown Bag revelations of music recommendations, fish emotions, federal mail offenses and the lack of Mom and daughters having the same name?!? Sit back, have a bite to eat and let your ears be entertained!

    Brown Bag Monday + Creepy Side of NEPA's Dan Kosloski

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2023 41:22


    Mr. Curiosity gets Creepy? In this episode, Joe and Claire are on duty, but both Jon and Mindi are absent, replaced by WNEP guests photojournalist Tim Hopkins and Creepy Side of NEPA podcaster Dan "T-Dog" Kosloski! Since it's Halloween time, the crew discusses weird and unexplained situations that they have gone through, yet Joe insists on keeping The Brown Bag rational and scientific! Also, would you give up modern plumbing for a human kitty litter? How about life in a banana costume for $250K? All this awaits your ears. Just press PLAY! You may even find out what happened to Joe's Communion wafer back in the 1970s?!?

    Brown Bag Monday + Creepy Side of NEPA's Dan Kosloski

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2023 42:22


    Mr. Curiosity gets Creepy?  In this episode, Joe and Claire are on duty, but both Jon and Mindi are absent, replaced by WNEP guests photojournalist Tim Hopkins and Creepy Side of NEPA podcaster Dan "T-Dog" Kosloski!  Since it's Halloween time, the crew discusses weird and unexplained situations that they have gone through, yet Joe insists on keeping The Brown Bag rational and scientific!  Also, would you give up modern plumbing for a human kitty litter? How about life in a banana costume for $250K?  All this awaits your ears. Just press PLAY!  You may even find out what happened to Joe's Communion wafer back in the 1970s?!?

    Melissa Steininger | Brown Bag Monday

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2023 49:04


    On this episode of Mr. Curiosity, Newswatch 16's Melissa Steininger joins the morning team to answer your Brown Bag Monday questions!

    Melissa Steininger | Brown Bag Monday

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2023 48:04


    On this episode of Mr. Curiosity, Newswatch 16's Melissa Steininger joins the morning team to answer your Brown Bag Monday questions!

    Brown Bag Monday | September 25, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2023 36:41


    In this cut of Mr. Curiosity, the Brown Bag speaks volumes with rogue guest Newswatch 16 producer Caitlin Rowe joining Mindi, Claire and Joe for a verbal female dominance!Does the shape of food alter its taste? How OK is it to share streaming passwords with “loved ones?" If that's not enough, wait until you hear about Joe's new cleaning technique using his wife's luffa puffy thing? The ladies are disgusted!?!Send your questions for future episodes to brownbag@wnep.com, but listen NOW!

    Brown Bag Monday | September 25, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2023 37:41


    In this cut of Mr. Curiosity, the Brown Bag speaks volumes with rogue guest Newswatch 16 producer Caitlin Rowe joining Mindi, Claire and Joe for a verbal female dominance! Does the shape of food alter its taste? How OK is it to share streaming passwords with “loved ones?" If that's not enough, wait until you hear about Joe's new cleaning technique using his wife's luffa puffy thing? The ladies are disgusted!?! Send your questions for future episodes to brownbag@wnep.com, but listen NOW!

    Brown Bag Monday | September 11, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2023 38:35


    In this episode, the entire morning crew and even WNEP's media content producer Shawn Dunn joins in to answer your Brown Bag questions. Claire debuts and sings part of her new intro song while Mindi defends her "helicopter mom" desires. Jon and Joe discuss their love of synthetic fibers while Shawn cringes at the term...Webmaster?!!? What are you waiting for, just press PLAY!!!

    Brown Bag Monday | September 11, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2023 39:35


    In this episode, the entire morning crew and even WNEP's media content producer Shawn Dunn joins in to answer your Brown Bag questions. Claire debuts and sings part of her new intro song while Mindi defends her "helicopter mom" desires. Jon and Joe discuss their love of synthetic fibers while Shawn cringes at the term...Webmaster?!!? What are you waiting for, just press PLAY!!!

    Brown Bag Monday | August 28, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2023 33:50


    In this episode, Joe persuades behind-the-scenes WNEP personalities into the podcast studio to help answer your Brown Bag questions. Commercial traffic guy Bruce Abbot and Executive Producer Brigid Lawrence join Joe to discuss their duties, reporter head nodding, local mountain geometry, Canadian forest fires and how cats would ruin the planet just like us if they were more intelligent!?!

    Brown Bag Monday | August 28, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2023 32:50


    In this episode, Joe persuades behind-the-scenes WNEP personalities into the podcast studio to help answer your Brown Bag questions.Commercial traffic guy Bruce Abbot and Executive Producer Brigid Lawrence join Joe to discuss their duties, reporter head nodding, local mountain geometry, Canadian forest fires and how cats would ruin the planet just like us if they were more intelligent!?!

    Brown Bag Monday + The Morning Team

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2023 37:56


    We answer viewer questions about everything from candy apple stands to why it doesn't get dark as soon as the sun sets in this week's episode of the Mr. Curiosity podcast. If you have questions for us, email them to brownbag@wnep.com.

    Brown Bag Monday + The Morning Team

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2023 36:56


    We answer viewer questions about everything from candy apple stands to why it doesn't get dark as soon as the sun sets in this week's episode of the Mr. Curiosity podcast.If you have questions for us, email them to brownbag@wnep.com.

    The Claire Alfree + Brown Bag Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2023 41:07


    In this episode, Joe goes deep diving into the life and philosophy of WNEP's Claire Alfree.  Not only do they discuss how her being alive is a direct result of the 1992 Mount Pinatubo volcanic eruption, but how hard work, a positive attitude and drive will set your course to success. Clair and Joe also answer your Brown Bag questions discussing extreme couponing, sloths on Red Bull and how they may really hate each other... NOT!!!

    The Claire Alfree + Brown Bag Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2023 40:07


    In this episode, Joe goes deep diving into the life and philosophy of WNEP's Claire Alfree. Not only do they discuss how her being alive is a direct result of the 1992 Mount Pinatubo volcanic eruption, but how hard work, a positive attitude and drive will set your course to success.Clair and Joe also answer your Brown Bag questions discussing extreme couponing, sloths on Red Bull and how they may really hate each other... NOT!!!

    red bull brown bag mount pinatubo
    The Michael G. Stanton + Brown Bag Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2023 57:40


    In this episode of Mr. Curiosity, Jon and Joe are joined by local broadcaster, legend (in his own mind), and general manager in the Bold Gold Media group Michael G. Stanton.  Mike turns the interview tables on Joe and dives into his Go Joe 26 Charity Bike Ride for St. Joseph's Center and the history of it!  Then the show goes off the rails into questions from the Brown Bag, including dark and lonely cartoon cereal mascots, Jon's long torso, and why Joe's grandmother used to throw hot water on his childhood friends?!? Protect your ears and give it a try. Have a Brown Bag question? Send it to brownbag@wnep.com

    The Michael G. Stanton + Brown Bag Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2023 56:40


    In this episode of Mr. Curiosity, Jon and Joe are joined by local broadcaster, legend (in his own mind), and general manager in the Bold Gold Media group Michael G. Stanton. Mike turns the interview tables on Joe and dives into his Go Joe 26 Charity Bike Ride for St. Joseph's Center and the history of it! Then the show goes off the rails into questions from the Brown Bag, including dark and lonely cartoon cereal mascots, Jon's long torso, and why Joe's grandmother used to throw hot water on his childhood friends?!? Protect your ears and give it a try.Have a Brown Bag question? Send it to brownbag@wnep.com

    Brown Bag Monday | July 3, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2023 32:21


    In this week's episode of Mr. Curiosity, the Brown Bag speaks! Not only is Joe overwhelmed with the lady power of Mindi and Elizabeth, but emotions run high as we address your questions to Elizabeth Worthington on her last day at WNEP. Even Elizabeth's boyfriend speaks from the great beyond....beyond the Brown Bag!? Get your questions in for future episodes to brownbag@wnep.com 

    Brown Bag Monday | July 3, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2023 31:21


    In this week's episode of Mr. Curiosity, the Brown Bag speaks! Not only is Joe overwhelmed with the lady power of Mindi and Elizabeth, but emotions run high as we address your questions to Elizabeth Worthington on her last day at WNEP. Even Elizabeth's boyfriend speaks from the great beyond....beyond the Brown Bag!? Get your questions in for future episodes to brownbag@wnep.com 

    Brown Bag Monday | June 19, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2023 36:30


    In this episode of Mr. Curiosity, The WNEP Morning Crew answers your questions with a special guest… Kerry Kearns. Kerry is making her producorial (is that a word?) comeback to the big 1-6! Hear a little about what Kerry's been up to in Idaho and returning to WNEP. Join in on the fun and get your questions for future episodes to brownbag@wnep.com

    Brown Bag Monday | June 19, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2023 35:30


    In this episode of Mr. Curiosity, The WNEP Morning Crew answers your questions with a special guest… Kerry Kearns. Kerry is making her producorial (is that a word?) comeback to the big 1-6! Hear a little about what Kerry's been up to in Idaho and returning to WNEP.Join in on the fun and get your questions for future episodes to brownbag@wnep.com

    Brown Bag Monday | June 5, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2023 50:07


    In this episode of Mr. Curiosity, The WNEP Morning Crew answers your questions with a special guest…T-Dog?!? Director and host of the Creepy Side of NEPA podcast Dan Kosloski joins in on the session to discuss the history of Top Dog, why Jon Meyer is such a nice guy, In-Laws, hornets nests and even helps Elizabeth in her singing debut!!  Join in on the fun and get your questions for future episodes to brownbag@wnep.com  Hot diggity dog!?!

    Brown Bag Monday | June 5, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2023 49:07


    In this episode of Mr. Curiosity, The WNEP Morning Crew answers your questions with a special guest…T-Dog?!?Director and host of the Creepy Side of NEPA podcast Dan Kosloski joins in on the session to discuss the history of Top Dog, why Jon Meyer is such a nice guy, In-Laws, hornets nests and even helps Elizabeth in her singing debut!! Join in on the fun and get your questions for future episodes to brownbag@wnep.com Hot diggity dog!?!

    The Brown Bag Monday Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2023 33:01


    In this episode, Brown Bag Monday returns with the crew from Newswatch 16 This Morning. Join Joe, Jon, Mindi and Elizabeth as they answer viewer questions about everything from sleep to viewer photos, matching clothes and more.

    The Brown Bag Monday Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2023 32:01


    In this episode, Brown Bag Monday returns with the crew from Newswatch 16 This Morning. Join Joe, Jon, Mindi and Elizabeth as they answer viewer questions about everything from sleep to viewer photos, matching clothes and more.

    The Earl Granville Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2023 97:35


    In this episode of Mr. Curiosity, Joe talks with his former student (sort of?) Earl Granville. You'll hear how Earl's life arc took him from Joe's detention class at Carbondale Area High School in the 1990s to boot camp at Ft. Benning with his twin brother Joe when 9/11 happened.  Earl discusses his nine years in the Army National Guard as an Infantryman, with deployments to Bosnia, Iraq and Afghanistan, where he lost his left leg through to a roadside bomb while on patrol.  STOP! Don't go feeling sorry for Earl! You'll hear about healthy ways to battle adversity through the positivity in his messaging, real-life solutions from his own experiences and participating as an inspiration and motivating force through psychical fitness challenges and marathons across the country. He may even bring out a concrete block tied to a chain to prove his point!? WHAT? Ears open... GO!

    The Earl Granville Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2023 96:35


    In this episode of Mr. Curiosity, Joe talks with his former student (sort of?) Earl Granville. You'll hear how Earl's life arc took him from Joe's detention class at Carbondale Area High School in the 1990s to boot camp at Ft. Benning with his twin brother Joe when 9/11 happened. Earl discusses his nine years in the Army National Guard as an Infantryman, with deployments to Bosnia, Iraq and Afghanistan, where he lost his left leg through to a roadside bomb while on patrol. STOP! Don't go feeling sorry for Earl! You'll hear about healthy ways to battle adversity through the positivity in his messaging, real-life solutions from his own experiences and participating as an inspiration and motivating force through psychical fitness challenges and marathons across the country. He may even bring out a concrete block tied to a chain to prove his point!? WHAT? Ears open... GO!

    The Yuengling Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2023 38:56


    In this episode of Mr. Curiosity, Joe tries his best to connect with his man crush buddy Dick Yuengling, the big man of the Yuengling Brewery in Pottsville!  However, we learn that Dick is too busy and may not even know what a podcast is, so in his place are his two awesome daughters, Wendy and Jennifer, chatting with Joe and running many of the Yuengling Company operations!  Learn the history of the Yuengling Brewery, how it has changed and evolved over the years and what is being planned for its forthcoming 200th anniversary as America's Oldest Brewery!! Wowza!  Still, Joe won't let go of his fascination with Dick Yuengling. What's he really like? Does he shovel snow, run a vacuum cleaner, and do yard work? Or, is he more of a highbrow, vacationing in France via private jet, spending money on lavish cars, expensive clothes and fine jewelry? And who was this YOUNG (Yuengling) man who left Germany centuries ago to start it all?  Have a lager, sit back and press play!

    The Yuengling Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2023 37:56


    In this episode of Mr. Curiosity, Joe tries his best to connect with his man crush buddy Dick Yuengling, the big man of the Yuengling Brewery in Pottsville! However, we learn that Dick is too busy and may not even know what a podcast is, so in his place are his two awesome daughters, Wendy and Jennifer, chatting with Joe and running many of the Yuengling Company operations! Learn the history of the Yuengling Brewery, how it has changed and evolved over the years and what is being planned for its forthcoming 200th anniversary as America's Oldest Brewery!! Wowza! Still, Joe won't let go of his fascination with Dick Yuengling. What's he really like? Does he shovel snow, run a vacuum cleaner, and do yard work? Or, is he more of a highbrow, vacationing in France via private jet, spending money on lavish cars, expensive clothes and fine jewelry? And who was this YOUNG (Yuengling) man who left Germany centuries ago to start it all? Have a lager, sit back and press play!

    The Nate Lee of Fugetaboutit Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2023 46:05


    In this episode of Mr. Curiosity, Joe mixes it up with Nate Lee, owner of the epic and unique Fugetaboutit Restaurant in Hazleton.  How does a snowstorm take you from the streets of Hazleton to Nashville, Tennessee?  Wait until you hear Nate's stories, from being buds with Mrs. Brady and Florence Henderson to chowing down with Steve Winwood!  Even Dick Yuengling's eating habits are discussed!  Order some take-out, get your ears open and let it PLAY!

    The Nate Lee of Fugetaboutit Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2023 45:05


    In this episode of Mr. Curiosity, Joe mixes it up with Nate Lee, owner of the epic and unique Fugetaboutit Restaurant in Hazleton. How does a snowstorm take you from the streets of Hazleton to Nashville, Tennessee? Wait until you hear Nate's stories, from being buds with Mrs. Brady and Florence Henderson to chowing down with Steve Winwood! Even Dick Yuengling's eating habits are discussed! Order some take-out, get your ears open and let it PLAY!

    Claim Mr. Curiosity

    In order to claim this podcast we'll send an email to with a verification link. Simply click the link and you will be able to edit tags, request a refresh, and other features to take control of your podcast page!

    Claim Cancel