Politics but make it Fashion

Spurred by the boredom of post-COVID life and the lifelong desire to learn how to pitch a baseball. Johnnie Occ, under the tutelage of his Dad and his Uncle Ronnie's Wisdom, takes on the course of what it takes to be a pitcher and finds a better course of life along the way...and possibly an opportunity of a lifetime.

Welcome back! We have a great interview for you guys this week. Meet Emily Singh who is running for Luzerne County council. Check out her bio:Emily Singh a first-generation Guyanese American who was raised in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Watching her parents work tirelessly to build a life here instilled in Emily a deep work ethic and a commitment to give back to her community. With a decade long background in banking, Emily brings a strong understanding of financial literacy, advanced comprehension of legal documents, and economic stewardship. Beyond her professional work, Emily is deeply passionate about community engagement, environmental conservation, transparency, and social equity.

Frankie Malacariais a dedicated political and community organizer with four years of experience fighting for working-class families and building grassroots power in Scranton, and five years of experience making pizza. Before which he worked in bars and as an electrician. Since changing career paths, Frankie has worked on many local progressive campaigns. Notably, in 2022 he spearheaded the campaign to limit solitary confinement, collecting over 13,500 signatures in just 7 weeks from Lackawanna County voters. He's helped in organizing countless protests over the years in defense of human rights from bodily autonomy and reproductive rights to more recently immigrant rights. Frankie also stands in strong solidarity with labor unions and the workers they represent, both in policy and on the picket line. Frankie has also helped organize community support for strikes and labor actions, including standing with healthcare workers to demand fair wages, safe working conditions, and the right to collectively bargain.

Todd Pousley is a proud Scranton resident who, for the past 7 years, has dedicated himself to improving his community as director of community development at NeighborWorks Northeastern PA. In this role, he leads collaborative, resident-driven efforts to improve Scranton and other communities in NEPA. Todd is also an active volunteer, having served on the boards of Habitat for Humanity of Lackawanna County, Leadership Lackawanna, and Friends of the Poor. He currently serves as the chair of the Scranton City Planning Commission and Lackawanna County Land Bank Advisory Committee. Todd holds a Master of Public Administration degree from Marywood University and a Nonprofit Leadership Certificate from the University of Scranton.

Check out this episode from October that was lost to zoom but now found! Interview with Kimberly Crafton, Crafton Cultural ManagementJulie Schumacher Cohen, University of Scranton all about bees!! https://www.facebook.com/share/1DckRpyyBM/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Happy Black History Month!This week I had the pleasure of chatting with veteran and artist Derrick Whitfield. Derrick is a Navy veteran turned entrepreneur turned middle school visual arts teacher. Derrick's story is inspirational and a great example or any kids who are interested in art.Come chat with me!

IT"S SEASON 4!! The first episode of season 4 I had the pleasure of interviewing the former Florida Republican Party Director Jamie Miller. Join us for a conversation about the election process, frozen iguanas and Florida politics. Come chat with me!

Join Amber this week as she discusses Biden dropping out of the race and endorsing Kamala Harris. Learn more about our current VP, Trump wants to move the debates to Fox News, Netanyahu, speaking before Congress and cocaine sharks! Come chat with us! https://www.politico.com/news/2024/07...https://www.nytimes.com/live/2024/07/...https://www.scientificamerican.com/ar... https://www.nytimes.com/live/2024/07/21/us/biden-drops-out-election https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/first-cocaine-sharks-discovered-in-brazil/

Join Amber this week as she discusses Trump picking a VP, astronauts stranded in space by Boeing, assassination attempt in Pa, RIP Redbox, and more! https://www.npr.org/2024/07/04/nx-s1-5029298/spotted-owls-plan-kill-half-million-barred-owls https://apnews.com/article/trump-shooting-comperatore-funeral-pennsylvania-37658ca3027e8b8f3cc497bb7ca76404 https://nymag.com/intelligencer/article/trump-rally-shooting-live-updates.html

Join Amber this week as she discusses the Ten Commandments, teaching the Bible in schools, Project 2025 and more! https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/northumberland-county/northumberland-county-declares-month-for-veterans-commissioners-vets-service-members-honor/523-b7a484ea-986e-4713-8d12-beb9e5218795# https://www.businessinsider.com/clarence-thomas-takes-aim-at-osha-2024-7?amp. https://apnews.com/article/ten-commandments-louisiana-public-schools-religious-views-7c4af860da21df52c304346fab76c4ae. https://www.project2025.org.

Amber is back in the studio! Join her as she discusses Gaza, the terrible debates, Supreme Court immunity ruling, more aid to Ukraine and hurricane season! All that and more on today's episode. Come chat with me! Tickets for the 2nd Annual Lackawanna County NAACP Freedom Fund Gala

We hope everyone had a happy and safe Memorial Day weekend. This week Amber discusses the siege on Rafah, US tornadoes, the history of the bikini, former pitcher involved in sex trafficking, the church allowing questionable marriages and more! Give us a subscribe wherever you listen and we will chat soon! https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bikini#:~:text=French%20automotive%20engineer%20Louis%20Réard,name%20for%20the%20island%2C%20Pikinni. https://abcnews.go.com/US/american-airlines-backtracks-filing-blamed-9-year-filmed/story?id=110466927 https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cjjj26d0eqxo.amp --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

Join Amber this week as she discusses the Diddy video, Biden, speaking at Morehouse, Boeing whistleblowers and so much more! https://apnews.com/article/baltimore-bridge-collapse-dali-crew-03e4ef79f3458af56701c874b1bc3345 https://www.yahoo.com/news/boeing-whistleblower-john-barnetts-cause-170550126.html --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

Happy Mother's Day to all our listeners! Join Amber this week as she discusses the assault on Rafah, history of women's pockets, Tyson food plants dumping poison into water, major flooding in Brazil and Kenya, and so much more! Come chat with me! https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2024/may/6/tyson-foods-dumps-millions-of-pounds-of-toxic-poll/ https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2024/05/10/1250193947/floods-kenya https://badgerherald.com/artsetc/2022/09/25/in-the-pocket-of-the-patriarchy-history-behind-the-absence-of-pockets-from-traditionally-female-clothing/#:~:text=The%20famous%20fashion%20designer%2C%20Christian,with%20no%20actual%20carrying%20functionality --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

Join us this week as Amber discusses the PA primary results, mass graves in Gaza, gang violence in Scranton, a four day school week in PA and more come chat with me! https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/lackawanna-county/voters-hit-the-polls-in-lackawanna-county-of-elections-mail-in-ballots-general-primary-department/523-6b3ee6d8-3f75-477c-8dbd-b1a7e8af6ed1 https://glensidelocal.com/pennsylvania-schools-can-now-move-to-a-four-day-schedule/ https://thehill.com/business/4615452-ftc-votes-to-ban-non-compete-agreements/amp/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

This week is Black Maternal Health Week! Join Amber this week as she discusses Iran's retaliation against Israel, knife attack in Australia, and the new revealing Nike air tech Olympic uniforms, and more! https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/12/style/sexism-nike-olympic-track-and-field-uniforms.html https://apnews.com/article/sydney-shopping-center-stabbing-shot-bondi-52318d684ebbab17dcac33a833ba0d51 https://blackmamasmatter.org/bmhw-2024/. #BMHW24 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

Eid Mubarak! Join Amber this week as she gives an update on the Palestinian death toll, America still giving weapons to Israel, lead found in a lunchables, American veteran killed in Israel and more! Come chat with me! https://amp.theguardian.com/world/2024/apr/09/us-israel-weapons https://www.nbcnews.com/news/amp/rcna146266 https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/video/norfolk-southern-agrees-to-600-million-settlement-over-ohio-train-derailment/ https://www.cbsnews.com/news/lunchables-lead-sodium-consumer-reports-kraft-heinz/ https://www.bbc.com/news/business-68775413.amp Amber's Upcoming Events: https://lclshome.org/b/albright-memorial-library/. https://facebook.com/events/s/women-are-power-mothers-day-br/716323494045222/. https://www.mfhs.org/event/birthing-joy-reclaiming-our-right-to-healthy-and-safe-pregnancies/?fbclid=IwAR3KIeP7rxsmF9KV3re869D43zuXrcmb85v9CR3ZmGk4DUJ-cahEWy0vV18_aem_AbXTs2Ow0Ba6w0MFxyEjj9HSSllPIqxHVnpm7FqFR7vAqfdeefl9FYw3b5c1HTZU7V8 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

Happy Easter! This week, Amber discusses the Francis Scott Key bridge, collapse, driving a huge ship, cocaine, shrimp, DEI hires and more! Come chat with me! https://artbabridgereport.org/ https://artbabridgereport.org/reports/2023-ARTBA-Bridge-Report.pdf https://www.cfr.org/backgrounder/state-us-infrastructure https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/cocaine-sea-fish-marine-life-b2519505.html# --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

Happy Palm Sunday. Join Amber this week as she discusses the death toll in Palestine, terrorist attack in Moscow, Dollar Store closings, Kellogg's boycott, a homeless man eating a leg, and so much more! Come chat with me! https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2024/03/13/investing/family-dollar-dollar-tree-closing-stores. https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/transplant-of-pig-kidney-into-a-human-marks-medical-milestone#:~:text=In%20a%20historic%20first%2C%20a,into%20a%20human%20is%20complicated. https://www.indiatoday.in/amp/world/story/california-united-states-man-severed-leg-amtrak-station-arrested-remove-evidence-2518590-2024-03-23 https://www.elpasotimes.com/story/news/immigration/2024/03/21/el-paso-migrants-breach-razor-wire-barrier-overwhelm-national-guard/73059403007/ https://fox59.com/news/national-world/man-accused-of-drugging-12-year-old-girls-at-daughters-sleepover-in-oregon/amp/ https://dailycaller.com/2024/03/22/army-seeking-retirees-come-back-work-manpower-crisi --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

Happy St Patrick's Day and Happy Ramadan! Join Amber as she discusses Haiti, retail theft ring, sports gentrification, trans athletes aid to Palestine and more! The American Legion turned 105! Edit* I said Universal Kitchen but it is the World Central Kitchen! https://wck.org/relief/middle-east-2023 https://amp.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/mar/14/retail-theft-ring-leader-arrested-california https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2024/03/15/sport/ncaa-title-ix-violations-transgender-spt-intl https://www.nbcnews.com/news/amp/rcna143460 https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2024/03/15/sport/ncaa-title-ix-violations-transgender-spt-intl --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

Happy Women's History Month! This week Amber discusses Biden, dropping aide to Palestine, Trump, winning primaries, huge fight at opening day, six flags, the history of women's history month, and so much more! Come chat with us! https://www.pahomepage.com/news/helping-future-entrepreneurs-in-scranton/ https://www.nationalww2museum.org/war/articles/introduction-womens-history-month#:~:text=The%20origins%20of%20Women's%20History,correspond%20with%20International%20Women's%20Day. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/3/2/rubymar-cargo-ship-earlier-hit-by-houthis-has-sunk-yemeni-government-says https://apnews.com/article/joe-biden-donald-trump-election-michigan-2024-6e0b9fc18773e975fdfd23f7287ed615. https://www.wane.com/news/national-world/three-trains-involved-in-collision-and-derailment-in-eastern-pennsylvania-no-injuries-reported/amp/. https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/police-break-up-fights-at-six-flags-over-georgia-opening-day.amp. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

We are honored to be in the top 5 podcasts of NEPA for the Times Leader Best of the Best 2024! Vote for politics but make it fashion for best podcast. Voting ends Feb 27. https://www.timesleader.com/bestofthebest#/gallery/418974239/ This week Amber gives updates on the Israel/Hamas and Ukraine Wars, Trump debuts his new sneaker and gets real racist, a Navy sailor charged with espionage, and a breakdown of common BHM misunderstandings. Come chat with us! https://www.axios.com/2024/02/18/trump-sneakers-never-surrender-launch https://abcnews.go.com/amp/US/trump-claims-black-americans-relate-criminal-prosecutions/story?id=107509919 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

This week Amber was sick and unable to attend NYFW. Do not fear she is here to give us the history of FW and Black Ivy Fashion. She also discusses the Tucker Carlson interview with Putin, updates on the Israel/Hamas war, and more! Come chat with us! https://www.politico.eu/article/9-takeaway-vladimir-putin-interview-tucker-carlson/ https://www.reelartpress.com/catalog/edition/220/black-ivy-a-revolt-in-style https://www.cnn.com/middleeast/live-news/israel-hamas-war-gaza-news-02-11-24/index.html --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

Happy Black History Month! Join Amber as she shares the history of BHM and why it was started. Updates on the Israel/Hamas war, Democratic Primaries, Valentine's Day gift advice for the men and the latest on Scranton gang violence. https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/black-history-month#:~:text=The%20week%2Dlong%20event%20officially,of%20endeavor%20throughout%20our%20history.” https://www.wnep.com/amp/article/news/local/lackawanna-county/scranton-police-chief-discusses-gang-violence-tom-carroll-department-detective-kyle-gilmartin-lackawanna-county/523-30c3446e-a518-4e50-8335-1ffe8165d655 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

This week join Amber as she interviews Elyse the creator of the @TheSavvySagittarius and the Savvy Budget Work book. Elyse mentors and teaches about the psychology of money, paying off debt, and how our habits affect our money. Elyse is a hard working a single mom of a toddler and a dog mom! https://www.facebook.com/thesavvysagittarius?mibextid=PtKPJ9. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

This is our 50th episode! Thank you so much to all of our listeners and followers. We could not have done this without your support. Happy Sunday join Amber this week as she gives an updated death toll of the Israel/Hamas war, Alec Baldwin charged, corporate profits driving inflation, and more! https://www.nytimes.com/2024/01/19/arts/alec-baldwin-charged-involuntary-manslaughter.html https://www.npr.org/2024/01/19/1225680000/sports-illustrated-lays-off-most-of-its-staff https://amp.theguardian.com/business/2024/jan/19/us-inflation-caused-by-corporate-profits --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

We want to wish our host a very happy birthday! January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month. Join Amber this week as she discusses the two missing Navy Seals, update on the Israel/Hamas war, updates on the election and more! Check out the links to watch Amber on Pa Live! and WVIA Keystone Business Edition.

Join Amber this week as she gives updates on the Israel Palestine War, private equity firms buying up hospitals and nursing homes, kid killing kids in Iowa, tweens acting up in Sephora, an almost assignation and more! https://hbr.org/2023/03/research-what-happens-when-private-equity-firms-buy-hospitals https://www.actionnewsjax.com/news/florida/controversial-financial-disclosure-law-goes-into-effect-florida/VUJNHCVBXZFGFHKKTEJVHY2JOA/?outputType=amp https://apnews.com/article/south-korea-opposition-leader-attacked-47eb0b444b1f9620704d7087d1f8ffd7 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

Happy Thursday! We hope everyone had a wonderful holiday. Join Amber as she chats about her Christmas, updates on Gaza, a new horrifying study released by the VA about veteran suicide and, more! https://news.va.gov/126263/insights-suicide-prevention-annual-report/ https://www.cbsnews.com/amp/news/founding-dixie-chicks-member-laura-lynch-killed-in-car-crash-in-texas/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

Happy Sunday! Join Amber as she chats about writing her book, 72 Hours of Hell: My Time in the VA, Israel killing hostages and the Texas abortion debate. She talks crazy studies coming out about child sexual abuse and more! https://amp.theguardian.com/world/2023/dec/12/kate-cox-texas-abortion-case-explained https://www.marijuanamoment.net/veterans-groups-ask-biden-to-ensure-marijuana-scheduling-review-is-completed-in-timely-manner-and-push-for-broader-reform/?fbclid=PAAaYSeCyIHFZlMAg1aS5hsrOz9rYZ5Ge5CRmkGeIs5pVY5Ki9Tw0spnt4Wtw_aem_AVDJH3LUwO7e16l7e0qhvIdks_f53baQtlut7LrAEScs4UbtBfxmhg7h4juddc7Xl8M https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/millions-of-men-would-sexually-abuse-children-if-secrecy-was-sure-ncf9lx5v7#:~:text=In%20a%20study%20involving%204%2C500,it%20would%20be%20kept%20secret https://www.scotsman.com/news/opinion/columnists/with-one-in-ten-men-admitting-child-sex-offences-scale-of-this-problem-demands-action-susan-dalgety-4353631 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

This week join Amber for updates on the Isreal/Hamas war, men going bald in North Korea, lead-poisoned applesauce pouches and more! https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/middleeast/live-news/israel-hamas-war-gaza-news-12-3-23/index.html https://www.foxbusiness.com/lifestyle/kim-jong-uns-newest-problem-growing-hair-loss-among-north-koreans-lack-effective-treatment.amp https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2023/11/28/koch-brothers-endorse-nikki-haley-gop-primary/71727372007/ https://www.axios.com/2023/11/24/applesauce-recall-wanabana-children-lead-poisoning# https://www.airandspaceforces.com/pentagon-8-airmen-missing-japan-osprey-crash/ https://www.politico.com/live-updates/2023/12/01/congress/new-leadership-fury-00129614 https://www.bridgemi.com/michigan-environment-watch/feral-goldfish-are-menacing-great-lakes-were-going-need-bigger-bowl?amp --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

Join Amber for her interview with Amanda Murdock who attended a culty Bible College in her early 20s. Amanda is an experienced manager in retail. She lives in a small town a few minutes outside Philly --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

We hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday! This week Amber gives update on the stabbings in Dublin, the hostage/prisoner release in Israel and more! Come chat https://www.aljazeera.com/amp/news/2023/11/24/dublin https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/live-blog/israel-hamas-war-live-updates-hostages-rcna126686 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

Happy Sunday it's National homeless youth month. This week Amber discusses the NC Syphilis tsunami, low sperm counts being caused by pesticides, the Army sets aside convictions of Buffalo Soldiers, and more! https://www.wbtv.com/2023/11/13/north-carolina-reports-five-newsborn-deaths-linked-congenital-syphilis-2023/?outputType=amp https://www.nbcnews.com/news/amp/rcna125164 https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2023/11/14/us/army-sets-aside-convictions-of-buffalo-soldiers-charged-in-1917-houston-riot/index.html https://www.nbcnews.com/news/amp/rcna125443 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

This week Amber interviewed Scrantons first female and the current Mayor of Scranton! Check out this mini interview and her bio: Mayor Cognetti was sworn in as Mayor of Scranton on January 6, 2020. She won re-election to a full term in November 2021. Prior to becoming Mayor, she advised the Pennsylvania Auditor General on oversight of public school districts and care for older adults. Mayor Cognetti previously served as a director on the Scranton School Board. She served in the Obama administration as a senior advisor to the Under Secretary for International Affairs at the U.S. Treasury Department. She was a fundraiser and project director on numerous political campaigns. She also worked as an investment advisor in New York City. Mayor Cognetti holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and graduated summa cum laude from University of Oregon Clark Honors College with a BA in English Literature. Mayor Cognetti grew up in Beaverton, Oregon. She lives in Scranton with her husband and their two daughters. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

Hey, this week, Amber discusses her Veterans Day speeches and what she hopes to accomplish for Veterans this Veterans Day. Come chat with her about massive retail theft and store closures, a crazy mushroom farm in Connecticut and the genocide to create our batteries in the Congo. Join us this week for this and more! https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2023-11-07/four-current-and-former-l-a-sheriffs-department-employees-died-of-suicide-in-a-24-hour-span https://www.foxnews.com/us/magic-mushroom-dealers-secret-8-5m-factory-raided-suburban-home-police.amp https://www.nbcnews.com/news/amp/rcna124017 https://www.democracynow.org/2023/11/10/headlines/7_million_people_in_the_democratic_republic_of_the_congo_are_now_displaced --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

November is Native American Heritage Month but at the same time, many tribes are currently fighting for water rights. This week Amber discusses the new Speaker of the House Mike Johnson and his wife, banking deposit issues, and how red dye is killing Americans. Check out her podcast recommendation, Eyes Wide Open with Nick Thompson and so much more! https://www.politico.com/news/magazine/2023/10/26/mike-johnson-house-speaker-55-things-to-know-00123593 https://www.npr.org/2023/07/11/1186771880/west-water-rights-tribes-climate-change-drought --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

This week Amber gives her take on the Israel-Palestine war, the Maine mass shooting, and Hurricane Otis. She talks older women in fashion, sexy Halloween costumes, and more! Did you know Amber wrote a short story? Check the link below and Come chat! https://www.amazon.com/72-Hours-Hell-My-Time/dp/B0CGWKTGRH/ref=sr_1_1?crid=C36WR2M0Z7SZ&keywords=amber+viola&qid=1698671577&rnid=133140011&s=digital-text&sprefix=amber+viola%2Caps%2C150&sr=1-1 https://www.euronews.com/2023/10/30/israel-hamas-war-3000-gaza-children-killed-russian-antisemitic-riot-journalists-targeted#:~:text=In%20a%20statement%2C%20the%20charity,Hamas%20attack%20on%207%20Oct. https://www.redlandsdailyfacts.com/2023/10/08/va-loma-lindas-use-of-involuntary-psychiatric-holds-violates-veterans-rights-watchdogs-allege/#:~:text=The%20VA%20Loma%20Linda%20Health,according%20to%20patient%20advocacy%20organizations. https://www.theguardian.com/fashion/gallery/2023/oct/27/older-women-star-fashion-campaigns-in-pictures --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

Heyyyyy!! Welcome to season 3 of Politics but make it Fashion, come chat with me! This episode your host, Amber, reads live her published short story followed by a discussion on mental health! Check out her book here: https://www.amazon.com/kindle-vella/story/B0CGWKTGRH --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

Join Amber for her interview with Kimberly Crafton who is the Oral Histories Project Coordinator at Crafton Cultural Management and Julie Schumacher Cohen who is Project Director at the University of Scranton. For the past two years, a community-wide project Scranton's Story: Our Nation's Story, has explored themes of history, belonging and identity through a series of programs funded in part by the National Endowment for the Humanities. These events launch the project's final phase, an oral history initiative called “Scranton Stories.” The exhibit features portraits taken by photographer Byron Maldonado of each interviewee with personal statements excerpted from their evocative interviews which give voice to a broad array of Scranton experiences. These stories connect them, and our city, to the nation's ongoing story. SCRANTON STORIES (PANEL DISCUSSION): University of Scranton, Brennan Hall 228. 5:00-6:00 p.m. ORAL HISTORIES PREMIERE AND PHOTO EXHIBIT (PUBLIC RECEPTION): University of Scranton, Hyland Hall 407. 6:00-8:00 p.m. The exhibit runs from October 27–November 17. This event is free and open to the public. For event information, RSVP at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/scranton-stories --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

This week Amber interviewed Rapper Layul! This was her first musical artist to be interviewed. Check out her bio below. Hailing from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Layul is an emo rap artist whose journey in music began during her teenage years, although she only fully embraced it later in life. In 2020, she made a life-changing decision to use music as her means of self-expression and as a catalyst for personal growth. Inspired by the poignant lyrics of artists like Cute Is What We Aim For and Juice WRLD, Layul found a powerful avenue to convey her inner fire. Over time, Layul released a series of singles, each contributing to her evolution as an artist. Her diverse influences of hip hop, indie, emo and pop punk has shaped a style that is uniquely her own. In April 2023, Layul made the decision to quit her job and focus exclusively on music, marking a significant milestone in her music career. Since then, she has consistently graced the stage, captivating audiences with her talent, while performing to sold out audiences at festivals and opening for national touring artists.  Through her music, Layul aspires to ignite change in the lives of others, encouraging them to pursue their dreams, just as she has. She is gearing up for the release of her first EP, Scene One, scheduled for November 2023. This EP promises to be a reflection of her growth and a testament to the power of music in driving personal transformation and positive change. https://instagram.com/layulofficial?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

This week Amber had the pleasure of interviewing Krupa Tailor. Check out her bio! Krupa Tailor is a seasoned professional known for her expertise in fostering team connectivity, personal growth, and human-centered design. Her unique approach integrates highly effective communication techniques and mindfulness practices into her facilitation methods. With an MBA from Columbia Business School, Krupa has demonstrated her proficiency by conducting workshops for renowned organizations such as AmEx, Tidal, and Capital One. Additionally, she has served as a mentor to over 25 change-makers, guiding them in the pursuit of establishing more inclusive, collaborative, and engaged workplace cultures and environments. Krupa's commitment to personal and professional development extends beyond her workshops. She is the creative force behind an empowering newsletter, characterized by its unapologetic honesty, which inspires subscribers to embrace self-love and purposefully manifest positive change in their lives, both personally and within the workplace. https://krupatailor.substack.com/?fbclid=PAAabPkR7YVYwgzeUooWcmQS9PHvbPWbKb_VI1fBabzz5QgVVXs0afrFQaGtw_aem_ASCpwpasbaoZFo9EskWL27AIHPZAhDaZcCGsQYYqV2o5AtIfhS14xB-5kyRjg0EG92E --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Jacob Kelley! Please check out their bio: Jacob Kelley is a multi-talented entrepreneur, author, and queer-inclusive sex educator. They are the founder of Mx. Kelley Queer Education LLC, with a Master's degree in Human Sexuality Education and currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Human Sexuality Philosophy. Jacob has received awards like the Pride Championship Award of NEPA 2023 and LGBT Leader and Advocate of the Susquehanna Region in 2023. In the corporate world, Jacob specializes in strategic business planning, workplace culture, and DEI initiatives, focusing on LGBTQIA+ inclusion. They hold a DEI Workplace Certificate from the University of South Florida MUMA College of Business and DEIB Global Strategies from ELVTR along with being a member of the Gamma Eta Rho National Honors Society in Human Sexuality. Jacob has presented at conferences and conducted workshops, related to many colleges and the United States Nav. They also served on executive boards for organizations like NEPA Pride Project and AIRE. As an accomplished drag performer known as Trixy Valentine, Jacob has entertained audiences for nearly a decade and appeared on NBC's The Weakest Link. They are also the author of "Tipping is a Must, 100 Tips for a Drag Show" available on Amazon. Jacob's impactful work within the LGBTQIA+ community has gained national recognition from CNN, NBC, and Associated Press. Learn more at www.Juicywithjake.com @politicsbutmakeitfashion --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

This is week Amber interviews Conor Kelly O'Brien. Check out his bio: Conor Kelly O'Brien is an actor, theatre-maker, educator, and arts advocate. Conor has performed Off-Broadway as well as a few small TV roles. He has performed (or seen his original works performed) on stages across the country and Great Britain. He is the co-founder and Executive Director of the Scranton Fringe Festival as well as a proud member of the New Vintage Ensemble, the Dramatist Guild of America, and a state-rostered teaching artist as part of the NEIU-19. He serves as the performing arts manager for the New York DVAA (Delaware Valley Arts Alliance) and firmly believes in the power the arts have to transform and inspire not only the individual but entire communities. He is currently splitting his life between PA, NY, and wherever in the world his work takes him. https://scrantonfringe.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

Join Amber as she interviews Navy TW: This episodes contains talk of suicide and medical trauma. Veteran Elaine Boll. While serving Elaine almost lost her life giving birth to her child. Follow our journey through the Navy, traumatic births, PTSD and living with chronic illnesses! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

This week Amber interviews lifestyle blogger LaToi Storr! Check out her bio: LaToi Storr is a Philadelphia Lifestyle Blogger and Wellness Content Creator. She started her blog almost 9 years ago after being encouraged by her therapist after suffering from postpartum depression. Since then she has crafted a social media presence that includes showcasing that having any form of mental health isn't a reason to not simply life the best life possible. When she's not blogging or creating content she enjoys spending time with her husband and 3 kids, traveling, or enjoying a great glass of wine. -- Instagram, Snapchat,Pinterest, Twitter: Toitimeblog www.toitime.org YouTube: Toitime Storr Podcast: Conversations with Toi on all podcast platforms --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

Join the girls for the last episode of season 2 and also Chelsea's last episode! The girls discuss Sound of Freedom movie and Chelsea talks about what's next for her! Come chat with us. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

Check out April's bio below as well as where to find her! Growing up in Jersey, April expressed a love for everything creative ever since she picked up her first crayon. This love for art and creativity eventually inspired her to start making costumes based on her favorite characters from video games and other media. She has been sharing her creations and fostering a community of likeminded people for ten years now. Over the years, April has appeared at various comic conventions and video game expos across the United States, dabbled in live-streaming gameplay and other projects, and her work has been acknowledged by some of her favorite game studios, cosmetic brands, and individuals she looks up to in the industry. April has now expanded her art beyond cosplay alone, and into makeup, fashion, outdoorsmanship, and other small projects. She hopes to continue creating for years to come. https://instagram.com/_aprilgloria?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

This week the girls interview Scranton native John Howe. John is running for Scranton City Council, listen to his story and vision for the City. Check out his bio below: I can be labeled as many things but what really resonates with who I am is: Father, Husband, Student, Coach, Activist, and Student. Now, I am looking to add the title of City Council Member to that list as well. For too long, Scrantonian's have been burdened with politicians who serve self-interest rather than the public's interest. I am looking to change that and help restore the faith in local politics in Scranton. John's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090828030964 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

This week we interview Mark Dennebaum from Scranton who is running for school board. Read his vision for the future of Scranton. I am excited to announce my candidacy for the Scranton School Board Primary Election on May 16th. As the son of an educator who devoted over 20 years to the profession, I grew up with a deep respect for the transformative power of education. I know firsthand how important it is to ensure that our children have access to a safe, nurturing, and academically rigorous learning environment. That's why, if elected to the school board, my top priorities will be to bring back pre-K education, to prioritize the safety of our students, and to ensure that every child receives the best education possible. I believe in a transparent curriculum that values the diverse experiences of all our students. And I am committed to working collaboratively with other members of the school board, as well as with parents, teachers, and community members, to make informed and effective decisions that benefit all our students. I am honored to have the opportunity to serve our community in this capacity, and I humbly ask for your support and your vote. Together, we can build a brighter future for our children and our community. Make sure you subscribe and follow us on social media! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message

This week the girls are live in Scranton! They discuss Biden calling up the reserves, Veterans quit as training in Florida, and the rise of Y2K fashion! Come chat with us! 2nd annual community day at the Gouldsboro American Legion July 29 from 11-3. Bbq chicken dinner $15 https://www.defense.gov/News/News-Stories/Article/Article/3458135/biden-approves-mobilization-of-reserves-to-support-eucom/ https://www.miamiherald.com/news/state/florida/article277245833.html#storylink=cpy --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsbutfashion/message