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Episode 53 - Mechelle Zarou by Toledo Matters Podcast
Episode 52 - Nick Komives by Toledo Matters Podcast
Episode 51 - Jeep Fest with Kevin Mullan by Toledo Matters Podcast
Episode 50 - Bill Burkett by Toledo Matters Podcast
Episode 49 - Balance Grille with CJ & PK by Toledo Matters Podcast
Episode 48 - Nick Morgan Callback by Toledo Matters Podcast
Episode 47 - Hyperloop X and Code City with Nate Walke by Toledo Matters Podcast
Episode 46 - Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz by Toledo Matters Podcast
Sara Fulton is the founder and sole backing force behind the refugee community program - Gather Toledo. Gather Toledo brings local and newly local families together around a dinner (or picnic table) to share a meal, conversation, and laughter between. Host and refugee families have created bonds and strong ties to each other and the community. Hear more in the full interview with Sara Fulton on this episode of Toledo Matters Podcast! ****Toledo Trivia — Restaurants**** Q1. Which local restaurant features delicious menu items such as the Bang Bang tacos, citrus Brussels, and “Whatever” Bubble Tea Q2. What is the name of the long time Jazz club downtown that closed in 2011 that often featured the UT jazz band? Q3. This venue first opened its doors as a hotel in 1859 between downtown and Middlegrounds and now features 3 different restaurants & bars. BONUS. Wrapped in a namesake mural, this downtown restaurant is one of Toledo’s oldest and is known for its delicious greasy burgers! *****Credits****** - For more information on Sara and GatherToledo visit www.facebook.com/gathertoledo - Toledo Matters is always recorded out of magnificent recording studios of WavFlow Media. Nate and the WavFlow team are the most professional Audio Engineering Studio around. We promise he will make you and your guests sound pretty dang crispy. www.WavFlowMedia.com - Thank you to Toledo Matters Trivia prize sponsor Actual Coffee. Use the discount count Toledomatters (all one word) at checkout and receive 20% off your Actual Coffee order. - Another thank you to the ridiculously talented designer, Jacob Parr. Our logo, cover photos, and much of everything else visual to Toledo Matters was created by Jacob. For more of his work, or if you want to kick your brand up a notch, visit jacobparr.design - You can always get more information about this show and a map of the hidden gems our guests have mentioned at Toledomatters.com - And thank you Toledo, for tuning in, and making Toledo Matter. Until next time, we wish you well.
Episode 44 - Master Thief with Jacob Parr and Jake Spencer by Toledo Matters Podcast
Toledo Matters - TEDxToledo with Will Lucas Will Lucas is a local entrepreneur, University of Toledo Trustee, and local TEDx curator. Will got his start in Toledo on FM radio as a on-air host, and continued that path for some time, leading him to find his creative marketing agency - Creadio. From that, Will started an on-demand photography app ICON and an online education platform in Classanna. Coming up Sept 23. - The Susan G. Komen Race 4 The Cure and The Epilepsy Center 40th Anniversary party! Big weekend in the 419. ****Toledo Trivia**** Q1. The king of the glass empire, this Toledo Businessman started the Toledo Museum of art in 1901 A1. Edward Drummond Libbey Q2. This Toledo business tycoon began his industry dominance when he purchased 400 automobiles and eventually the second largest automobile manufacturing facility in the world at the time? A2 John Willys Q3. These brothers brought the Champion Spark Plug company to Toledo, one brother’s mansion became quite the park! A3. Frank and Robert Stranahan - Robert owned the Stranahan Manor Estate, now known as Wildwood Metropark. Bonus: In 1870s, a former editor and part-owner of The Blade, started what we know now as the University of Toledo? A. Jesup Scott *****Credits****** - For more information on Will and TEDxToledo visit TEDxToledo.com - Toledo Matters is always recorded out of magnificent recording studios of WavFlow Media. Nate and the WavFlow team are the most professional Audio Engineering Studio around. We promise he will make you and your guests sound pretty dang crispy. www.WavFlowMedia.com - Thank you to Toledo Matters Trivia prize sponsor Actual Coffee. - Another thank you to the ridiculously talented designer, Jacob Parr. Our logo, cover photos, and much of everything else visual to Toledo Matters was created by Jacob. For more of his work, or if you want to kick your brand up a notch, visit jacobparr.design - You can always get more information about this show and a map of the hidden gems our guests have mentioned at Toledomatters.com - And thank you Toledo, for tuning in, and making Toledo Matter. Until next time, we wish you well.
Toledo Matters - Fowl & Fodder with Scott Bowman and Matt Rubin Fowl & Fodder is opening their newest location in Downtown Toledo on Adams St. this month! To highlight this opening, we thought we’d sit down with the guys behind the mission and talk about how Fowl and Fodder creates healthy, local cuisine, with organic, vegan and gluten free options, for a community full of incredible people making great food every day. Be sure to checkout fowlandfodder.com for the full menu and all things Fowl & Fodder And for more information about Matt Rubin and his urban revitalization commercial real estate investment company visit www.cranedevelopment.com/ ****Toledo Trivia*** Q1. In 1932, this restauranteur and his wife Rose received a $100 loan from relatives to open a sandwich and ice cream shop? A1. Tony Packo Q2. This #1 rated TripAdvisor restaurant in Toledo operates out of a former hotel first opened in 1859 A2. The Cafe (Maumee Bay) Q3. On the corner of Monroe and Erie sits this mostly unused restaurant that dates back to the 1930s? A3. Ted’s Hamburger Shop Bonus: This luxurious Toledo restaurant closed in the late 80s, used to be located on West Central Avenue near Holland-Sylvania Rd sported a Greek Statue, Waterford Crystal Chandelier, classical music on a grand piano, and was more commonly known as “The Porch” was owned/operated by Nate’s grandparents? A: Porch of the Maidens *****Credits****** - For more information on Scott and Matt / Fowl & Fodder visit their website at fowlandfodder.com - Toledo Matters is always recorded out of magnificent recording studios of WavFlow Media. Nate and the WavFlow team are the most professional Audio Engineering Studio around. We promise he will make you and your guests sound pretty dang crispy. www.WavFlowMedia.com - Thank you to Toledo Matters Trivia prize sponsor Actual Coffee. - Another thank you to the ridiculously talented designer, Jacob Parr. Our logo, cover photos, and much of everything else visual to Toledo Matters was created by Jacob. For more of his work, or if you want to kick your brand up a notch, visit jacobparr.design - You can always get more information about this show and a map of the hidden gems our guests have mentioned at Toledomatters.com - And thank you Toledo, for tuning in, and making Toledo Matter. Until next time, we wish you well.
Toledo Matters - Barefoot at the Beach with Matt Reny Matt Reny is the development coordinator for the Boys and Girls Club of Toledo, and the man behind the plan for Barefoot at the Beach! This fundraiser event for the Boys and Girls Club takes place Saturday August 12 from 6-11pm at Maumee Bay State Park. ****Toledo Trivia*** Q1. True or False; The Boys & Girls Clubs of Toledo has been around since 1892 and is one of the original 53 Clubs A1. True Q2. John Gunckel started the organization after seeing rowdy boys downtown selling WHAT item? A2. Newspapers Q3. To get the kids off the streets Gunckel hosted how many of these boys to Christmas Dinner7? A3. Christmas Soon that number would climb to 250 in Toledo, and Gunckel would take this plan to the St. Louis World’s Fair in 1904 creating a national organization. Bonus: Nowadays, the spirit of Gunckel’s original idea still lives on with what Toledo community organization? A: Old Toledo Newsboys *****Credits****** - For more information on Matt and Barefoot at the Beach visit barefootatthebeach.org - hope to see you there this Saturday! - Toledo Matters is always recorded out of magnificent recording studios of WavFlow Media. Nate and the WavFlow team are the most professional Audio Engineering Studio around. We promise he will make you and your guests sound pretty dang crispy. www.WavFlowMedia.com - Thank you to Toledo Matters Trivia prize sponsor Actual Coffee. - Another thank you to the ridiculously talented designer, Jacob Parr. Our logo, cover photos, and much of everything else visual to Toledo Matters was created by Jacob. For more of his work, or if you want to kick your brand up a notch, visit jacobparr.design - You can always get more information about this show and a map of the hidden gems our guests have mentioned at Toledomatters.com - And thank you Toledo, for tuning in, and making Toledo Matter. Until next time, we wish you well.
The Story Machine 9000 Podcast is unique podcast in which host and guest story tellers alike are gifted a few words and prompts from the mysterious, magical Story Machine! This podcast, started by some Toledoans, can be found at http://storymachine9000.blogspot.com. Additionally, the guys have worked on the Tree City Film Festival in Sylvania the past few years. Checkout the films here: https://vimeo.com/treecityfilmfestival ****Toledo Trivia*** Q1. This Toledo Native starred as Maxwell Klinger on MASH … Hint: Used to have a LPGA Tournament named after him Q2. Formerly Married to a scientologist, this Toledo native Actress will be a judge at the Maumee Film Festival this September (and hopefully a guest on the Toledo Matters Podcast) Q3. Bonnie Turner, a Toledo Native, was formerly a staff writer on SNL who would go on to create two timeless TV series’ - Third Rock From The Sun, and this other classic starring Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher (among others). Bonus: This new NBC Sitcom starring Glenn Howerton from It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia and Patton Oswalt is about an Ivy League philosophy scholar who losses his dream job and ends up teaching AP Bio at a local Toledo school. *****Credits****** - For more information on Dave and Josh visit storymachine9000.blogspot.com or listen to their podcast on iTunes - Toledo Matters is always recorded out of magnificent recording studios of WavFlow Media. Nate and the WavFlow team are the most professional Audio Engineering Studio around. We promise he will make you and your guests sound pretty dang crispy. www.WavFlowMedia.com - Thank you to Toledo Matters Trivia prize sponsor Actual Coffee. - Another thank you to the ridiculously talented designer, Jacob Parr. Our logo, cover photos, and much of everything else visual to Toledo Matters was created by Jacob. For more of his work, or if you want to kick your brand up a notch, visit jacobparr.design - You can always get more information about this show and a map of the hidden gems our guests have mentioned at Toledomatters.com - And thank you Toledo, for tuning in, and making Toledo Matter. Until next time, we wish you well.
———Today’s Guest——— Karl Strauss - karlstrauss6@gmail.com Mandy Nitschke - mandy.sinclair-nitschke@lls.org Christi Ansberg Every year the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society put on an 10-week long campaign for their Man and Woman of the year. Joining us today, are Mandy Nitschke (event manager), Karl Strauss (Man of the Year contestant), and Christi Ansberg (Woman of the Year recipient and event chair). ———Fun things in the 419——— - April 29th - The Glass City Wing Wars; downtown Toledo puts on the BEST celebration of local restraints and the magic that is the chicken wing. Competitors will prepare recipes for the best BBQ, HOT, and Exotic wings. $20 for unlimited wings, $45 gets you VIP wings and drinks and access to the VIP lounge area. - May 7th - Team Karl Strauss fundraiser at Earnest Brew Works. You’ll hear a bit more about this in the episode! *****Credits****** - For more info on Karl, Mandy, and Christi visit the link in our show notes - The Toledo Matters Podcast is always recorded out of magnificent recording studios of WavFlow Media. For your audio engineering and recording studio needs - www.WavFlowMedia.com - A huge Thank you to Toledo Matters Trivia prize sponsor Actual Coffee. For the FIIIINEST in actual coffee, freshly roasted, visit www.actualcoffee.com - Another thank you to our fabulous designer. Our logo and much of our branding package was created by Jacob Parr. For more of his incredible work, please checkout jacobparr.design - Additional support for the Toledo Matters Podcast via Social Media comes from Peacock Social. Checkout PeacockSocial.com. - If you’re interested in sponsoring an episode check us out online. - You can always get more information about this show and a map of the hidden gems our guests have mentioned at Toledomatters.com - And thank you Toledo, for tuning in, and making Toledo Matter. Until next time, we wish you well. *royalty free music provided by bensound
Rusty's Road Trip food truck specializes in delivering you a local delicacy: Lake Erie Yellow Perch. Check out Russ and the gang all around town with the best french fries Bob's ever had! ———Today’s Guest——— Russ Courtney - Owner/Operated of Rusty’s Food Truck (Bob’s favorite food truck) ———Fun things in the 419——— April 29th - The Glass City Wing Wars; held at the seagate center, join this family friendly event as Toledo’s best restaurants compete for best wings and enjoy a number of wing eat contests. www.glasscitywingwars.com
Episode 36 - Glass City Dog Park by Toledo Matters Podcast
Episode 35 - Rob Courtney and Little Elephant by Toledo Matters Podcast
The National Museum of the Great Lakes was established in 2014 and is host to the Col. James M. Schoonmaker (formerly known as the Willis B Boyer). At the time of her launch in 1911, the Schonmaker took the title of Queen of the Lakes which is given to the biggest ship on the Great Lakes. www.inlandseas.org ~~~~ Today’s Guests ~~~~~ John McCarty - Chief Operating Officer, National Museum of the Great Lakes Anna Kolin - Director of Development, National Museum of the Great Lakes ****Toledo Trivia*** Q1. Edward Drummond Libbey and a co-hort of 6 other incorporators first opened the Toledo Museum of Art in which year? A1. 1901 Q2. Edward Libbey pledged $50,000 toward a new Museum building if the people of Toledo would raise an equal amount. The goal is accomplished within 20 days. Edward and his Wife Florence donate 6 acres of land on Monroe St. for the cause. In what year would that building (the building you and I know as the Toledo Museum of Art) first open? A2. 1912 Q3. On May 21st, 2013 - the Toledo Museum of Art went “off the grid” for the very first time. WHAT produced enough energy for them to meet their operational needs, and send some energy back to the electrical grid? A3. Solar Panels (Fun Fact: The TMA is host to 1 of 4 electric car charging stations in Toledo. Another, right outside my apartment building on Superior) Bonus: In an 1821 Sir Thomas Lawrence painting hosted at the TMA, his foot appears to move with your eyes as you cross the room. As you enter, his foot appears to be facing the doorway you’ve entered. By the time you’re walking out, his foot now faces your exit. What is the name of that painting? A. Lord Amherst *****Credits****** - For more information on John McCarty and the National Museum of the Great Lakes, stop by! Or visit www.InLandSea.org - Thank you to WavFlow Media. Toledo Matters is always recorded out of magnificent recording studios of WavFlow Media. For your audio engineering and recording studio needs - www.WavFlowMedia.com - Additional support for the Toledo Matters Podcast via Social Media comes from Peacock Social. Checkout PeacockSocial.com for more work and how to improve your brand’s presence on Social Media - Thank you to Toledo Matters Trivia prize sponsor Actual Coffee. - Another thank you to our fabulous designer. Our logo and much of our branding package was created by Jacob Parr. For more of his incredible work, please checkout jacobparr.design - You can always get more information about this show and a map of the hidden gems our guests have mentioned at Toledomatters.com (sidenote: thank you to many of our fans who pointed out that our Map wasn’t working properly. We’ve got our developers looking at it, and it should be back shortly) - And thank you Toledo, for tuning in, and making Toledo Matter. Until next time, we wish you well. **Royalty Free music provided by bensoun
Subscribe on iTunes - bit.ly/the419-subscribe Be sure to subscribe to The 419 Podcast and LIKE on Facebook for new episodes! Episode 1 of The 419 Podcast follows two gangsters in Toledo during the Prohibition Era - one committing Toledo's largest crime and the other being Toledo's deadliest gangster. for more info - www.toledomatters.com/the419ep1
****Whats going on in the 419****** - Toledo Auto Show going on all weekend at the SeaGate Center. More info at ToledoAutoShow.com - Saturday January 28th - UT Double Header. Mens basketball at 2, Women’s basketball at 430. - Sunday January 29th - Noontime Improv with Unfiltered - Toledo’s Premiere Improv Comedy Troupe at the Glass City Roasters. More info on Unfiltered’s Facebook Page. - February 3rd - Featured Violinist Sarah Chang joins the Toledo Symphony Orchestra in a performance from West Side Story. More info at ToledoSymphony.com *******Show Topics******* - Welcome - Holiday break, what do masked super fans do over break? - - Blue Crew - A secret group of 10 crazy University of Toledo Athletics superfans. - Twinkle Toes & Peek-A-Boo - Tell us about yourself (whatever you can to maintain your anonymity) - How’d you guys get your names? - How long has the organization been around? - How did you get into Blue Crew? - How do you guys identify new prospects? - How do you maintain your anonymity around friends/other students? - How did you come up with these outfits? Do you plan on updating wardrobe anytime soon? - What’s your Favorite Blue Crew Story? - How do you reveal? - Whats life as a BC alum like? Any commitments ****Toledo Trivia*** Q1. First known as Toledo University of Arts & Trades, UT first opened its doors in Downtown Toledo in what year? A1. 1872 Originally housed in two downtown Toledo buildings, UT’s original mission was to “furnish artists and artisans with the best facilities for a high culture in their professions...." Q2. 1928, President Henry Doermann worked with the city to pass a 10,000 vote levy and completed two iconic Collegiate Gothic Style buildings on their new campus. What were those two buildings? A2. University Hall & The Field House Q3. That land that President Doermann was able to move onto was an endowment gifted to the University by which famous Toledo newspaper editor in 1872? A3. Jesup Wakeman Scott Bonus: In the last 19 matchups between UT and Bowling Green in Football, Men’s Basketball, AND Woman’s Basketball, how many wins does UT have? A. 18 *****Credits****** - For more information on Twinkle-Toes, Peek-A-Boo and all of the UT Blue Crew head over to utbluecrew.com or just see them around the UT campus for game day and pep rallies. - Thank you to WavFlow Media. Toledo Matters is always recorded out of magnificent recording studios of WavFlow Media. I’d like to add a personal thank you to Nate and team for all the work over the holiday break, the studio has new equipment, looks fresher than ever, and we still sound… so… dang… crispy. For your audio engineering needs - www.WavFlowMedia.com - Thank you to Toledo Matters Trivia prize sponsor Actual Coffee. - Another thank you to our fabulous designer. Our logo, cover photos, and much of everything else visual to Toledo Matters was created by Jacob Parr. For more of his incredible work, please checkout jacobparr.design - You can always get more information about this show and a map of the hidden gems our guests have mentioned at Toledomatters.com - And thank you Toledo, for tuning in, and making Toledo Matter. Until next time, we wish you well. **Royalty free music provided by Bensound
Toledo Matters - Earnest Brew Works with Keefe Snyder and Scot Yarnell ****Whats going on in the 419****** - This Friday, Earnest Brew Works will celebrate their Grand Opening!! More info www.earnestbrewworks.com - Downtown 419 Trolley Hop added two more dates, Sept 3rd // Sept 9th. More info www.downtown419.com ****Toledo Trivia*** Q1. What cornerstone to the early 1900s brewing industry was patented by Michael J. Owens in 1903? A1. First Fully Automatic Glass Bottle Manufacturing Machine Q2. To survive through prohibition, Beer companies sold what to stay afloat publicly? A2. Soda Q3. What brewery was started in 1838 and is claimed as the second oldest business in Toledo? A3. Buckeye Brewing Company Bonus: On August 30, 1972 Buckeye Brewing Company closer their doors for business. On that very same day, another local legend of a downtown business closed their doors. Who was it? A. Tiedtke’s *****LINKS****** - For more information on Keefe, Scott, and Earnest Brew Works head over to EarnestBrewWorks.com or stop in to their grand opening this Friday. - Recorded out of WavFlow Studios ~~ www.WavFlowMedia.com - Toledo Matters Trivia Prizes Provided by Actual Coffee ~~ www.actualcoffee.com - Design by Jacob Parr ~~ jacobparr.design * Royalty free music provided by bensound
Episode 31 - Dennis Sawan by Toledo Matters Podcast
Episode 30 of the Toledo Matters Podcast - Dr. Clint Longenecker, Professor at the University of Toledo - Matt Yarder, VP of Yarder MFG, Chairman of EPIC Toledo ——————————————————— With Bob Tucker, Danny Woodcock, & Nathan Lewis ——————————————————— Fun things in the 419 - Thursday, Nov. 10th - PITCH & POUR - Toledo’s biggest Business Pitch Competition, help by the Launchpad Incubator at the University of Toledo. 5 teams will pitch their ideas, and the judges and audience vote on their favorites. Free beverages from local breweries will be served up free. www.pitchandpour.com - Next Thursday, Nov 17th - EPIC Toledo Summit - Ohio’s best young professional group (I might be playing favorites), EPIC Toledo, is holding a 1 day professional development conference focused on making YOU *and I* and a more strategic leader. You’ll learn more info about that soon ;) More info at www.epictoledo.com ——————————– Favorite hidden gems in Toledo: Matt - Pam's Corner for Friday lunch Clint - Swan Creek Metropark ---------------- Episode Sponsors: University of Toledo Launchpad Incubation - If you're looking to get a business idea off the ground and seek funding, consulting, or a number of other resources, stop by the Launchpad soon! I've been using their space and services for over two years and can tell you there is nothing else like this place in the Toledo Region. http://utoledo.edu/incubator ---------------- **Royalty free music provided by Bensound
Episode 29 of the Toledo Matters Podcast - Jason Kucsma, Deputy Director of the Toledo Lucas County Public Library ——————————————————— With Bob Tucker, Danny Woodcock, & Nathan Lewis ——————————————————— Fun things in the 419 Friday 10/14 - A Night of Improv at the Toledo Repertoire Theatre. Myself and some of the other members of Unfiltered, Toledo’s Premiere Improv group, will be playing some short form improv games as part of the Holy Toledo Laughfest. Tickets available at ToledoRep.org This weekend - ROCKETS HOMECOMING!!! Yes, the long awaiting Battle of I-75. With the falcons sporting a whopping 2% estimated chance of winning (estimated by me), this weekend is sure to be a blast! Don’t miss all the homecoming fun from the Parade, to the Alumni Pregame Party at the alumni pavilion, to crowning the king & queen. We’ll see you at the game! ——————————– Today’s Guests: *** Jason Kucsma *** * Deputy Director - Toledo Lucas County Public Library * Founder - Clamor Magazine * Founder - Allied Media Conference Favorite hidden gem in Toledo: Garden on top of the Downtown Library ---------------- Episode Sponsors: Balance Grille - Be on the lookout for the brand new Balance Grille app, coming soon! www.balancegrille.com ---------------- **Royalty free music provided by Bensound
Episode 28 of the Toledo Matters Podcast – Ken Leslie, Founder of 1matters.org, Veterans Matter, and Tent City ——————————————————— With Bob Tucker, Danny Woodcock, & Nathan Lewis ——————————————————— What's happening in the 419: Tonight - Thursday - 9/29 Startup Toledo September, Buchanan + Nipper Join us this month as patent attorney and history buff, J. Matthew Buchanan shares stories from Toledo's Golden Age of Innovation. This Weekend is homecoming at BG, enjoy your weekend Falcons! Next weekend, you’re getting crushed by the rockets ;) Next Thursday - 10/6 Toledo Symphony and Arts Commission, Murder Set in Glass - Murder Mystery at the Toledo Club set in 1905. When the family’s favorite son returns home from war, all hell breaks loose and the father of the family ends up dead. ——————————————————— Today’s Guests: ***Ken Leslie*** - Former Standup Comedian - Founder, 1matters.org - Founder and Event Organizer, Tent City - Founder, Veterans Matter Favorite Toledo Hidden Gem - Black Swamp Blues Society Links: www.1matters.org www.1matters.org/tentcity/ www.blackswampbluessociety.org/ **Royalty music provided by Bensound
Episode 27 of the Toledo Matters Podcast – 1-Year Anniversary Episode ——————————————————— With Bob Tucker, Danny Woodcock, & Nathan Lewis ——————————————————— Special thanks to our food and drink providers: Balance Grille, QQ Kitchen, Sidon, Homeslice, Maumee Bay Brewing Co., Black Cloister Brewing Co. ——————————————————— Today’s Guests: ***Kristen Tucker*** Favorite Toledo Hidden Gem - Library, specifically Sanger Library ***Marcus Tucker*** Favorite Toledo Hidden Gem - Bang Bang Sauce ***Lola Tucker*** Favorite Toledo Hidden Gem - Homeslice Pizza ***Stephanie Lewis*** Favorite Toledo Hidden Gem - West Mooreland Neighborhood
Episode 26 of the Toledo Matters Podcast – David Mann, President of the Lucas County Land Bank ——————————————————— With Bob Tucker, Danny Woodcock, & Nathan Lewis ——————————————————— What’s Happening in the 419: Tonight – Thursday August 18th EPIC Toledo is hosting their monthly Social at Fleetwoods. Join the areas premier young professionals group for a night of laughs, socializing, and cocktails. Event starts at :530, more info at epictoledo.com Startup Toledo is hosting their August Gathering at Central Classic Cars & Genius Garage and throughout the night they will be raffling off a ride in these bad boys: 1969 Jaguar XK-E, 1965 Ford GT40 replica, and a 1996 Caterham Lotus Super 7. If you’re interested in startups, entrepreneurship, innovation, or just the raddest classic cars – swing by Central Classic Cars & Genius Garage tonight at 6:30. More at StartupToledo.com Friday – August 19th One of Toledo’s biggest throwback parties of the year – the 80s Explosion Costume and Dance Party is popping off at 8pm at Centennial Terrace. Dancers will be boogying till midnight so dust off the roller skates and bell bottoms for a night of fun. 33rd Annual NW Ohio Rib Off taking place in the Lucas County Fairgrounds all weekend long! Come through for the ribs, stay for the rock shows! A portion of the proceeds will be benefiting Veterans Matter. Saturday – August 20th, along with the Rib Off 42nd Annual Birmingham Ethnical Festival – a celebration of the community’s long standing heritage. Ethnic foods, arts and crafts, and a plethora of music and dances to be had. Checkout birminghamethnicfestical.wordpress.com for more info. The Andrew Gulch Memorial Golf/Hockey Outing is a fundraiser for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Current Toledo Wallaye and Former Toledo Storm/Goaldigger alumni are available to play in your foursome. and there’s even in a mini golf course that’s more your style! ——————————– Today’s Guests: *** David Mann *** * President of Lucas County Land Bank * Secretary, Lucas County Democratic Party Favorite hidden gem in Toledo: Toledo Repertoire Theatre – www.toledorep.com Toledo Trivia Q1: Where was the first Land Bank created? Q2: In 2009, the Dept. of Housing and Urban Development, a.k.a. “HUD,” issued a report embracing Land Banks as a best practices model for municipalities dealing with the effects of the real estate market collapse and the foreclosure crisis. Who is the current U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development? Q3: Where does Lucas County’s name come from? Bonus: The Toledo Mud Hens didn’t always play downtown! Previously, they were hosted at Ned Skeldon Stadium in Maumee. Since the Hens have come downtown we’ve had a massive resurgence in entertainment! What year did Fifth Third Field Open its doors? **Royalty music provided by Bensound
Episode 25 of the Toledo Matters Podcast – Dr. Romules Durant, Superintendent of TPS ——————————————————— With Bob Tucker, Danny Woodcock, & Nathan Lewis ——————————————————— Fun things in the 419 Friday August 5th - Summer Brewfest @ Hensville. Over TWO HUNDRED craft beers from 50 different breweries. VIP Tickets only $45presale /$55 at the door. General Admission $25 presale/$35 at the door. More info at www.hensville.com Saturday, August 13th - Toledo Jeep Fest. One-day, family-friendly festival including a car show, Jeep Parade and get this, it’s free. But to be in the parade or car show you gotta register. Head over to Facebook and look up Toledo Jeep Fest for more info! ——————————– Today’s Guests: *** Dr. Romules Durant *** * Superintendent Toledo Public Schools * Toledo Matters trivia master Find Dr. Durant on twitter --- @romules_ Favorite hidden gem in Toledo: Educational Resources spread out in the community; Imagination Station. Art Museum. Toledo Public Libraries. and the Art Museum is FREE! **Royalty music provided by Bensound
Episode 24 of the Toledo Matters Podcast – Zak Vassar, CEO/President of the Toledo Symphony Orchestra ——————————————————— With Bob Tucker, Danny Woodcock, & Nathan Lewis ——————————————————— Fun things in the 419 TONIGHT 7/21: EPIC Toledo’s T-Town Dash. Downtown Toledo’s biggest scavenger hunt. Teams of 6 will be combing the town for clues and hidden treasures. -- http://www.epictoledo.com/events/EPIC-Toledo-2016-TTown-Dash-1404/details August 13-14: Bach Around the Clock! - The TSO season doesn't start until September, but Merwin Siu and other TSO musicians are putting on a 24-hour Bach Festival at the Toledo Art Museum - Bach Around the Clock! At the Museum and on Museum Grounds, enjoy the music of Johann Sebastian Bach in this 24-hour live music marathon. -- http://www.toledosymphony.com/index.php?src=events&srctype=detail&category=Special%20Event&refno=466 ——————————– Today’s Guests: *** Zak Vassar *** * CEO/President of the Toledo Symphony Orchestra (www.toledosymphony.com) * Toledo Matters Podcast Quiz Master * Extraordinary Birthday Party Guest FUN FACT - Zak and his wife, Emilie, started the first bar trivia at Homeslice Pizza. Outgrowing the space quickly, they took their trivia to a second location at the Oliver House. Favorite hidden gem in Toledo: The Oliver House and Mon Ami on Catawba Island Toledo Trivia: When and where was the first concert given by The Toledo Symphony? When did a Toledo Symphony first perform at the Toledo Museum of Art. In 1967, the TSO appointed the first African-American concertmaster in a professional American orchestra. What was his name? The Peristyle concert hall opened in 1933, prior to the incorporation of the TSO. What orchestra was featured at the opening gala? **Royalty music provided by Bensound
Episode 23 of the Toledo Matters Podcast – Taylor Dungjen, Features Reporter at the Toledo Blade (@taylordungjen) ——————————————————— With Bob Tucker, Danny Woodcock, & Nathan Lewis ——————————————————— Fun things in the 419 Toledo Air Show, July 16-17 @ Toledo Express Airport From jets to barnstorming, features the United States Air Force Thunderbirds, the 2016 Toledo Air Show will delight spectators of all ages. http://toledoairshow.com ——————————– Today’s Guests: *** Taylor Dungjen *** * Features Journalist, Toledo Blade (toledoblade.com) * Community Organizer, Toledo Soup (toledosoup.com) * Social Media Rockstar (@taylordungjen) Favorite hidden gem in Toledo: Run a 5k and eat breakfast at My House Diner Toledo Trivia: 1. Where did the Toledo Blade get its name from? 2. When the Blade constructed its current downtown headquarters on Superior Street in 1927, who flipped the switch to start the presses? 3. Petroleum Vesuvius Nasby was the pen name of what Toledo newsman? BONUS: What famous American politician was a fan of Nasby's satires and frequently quoted them in his speeches? **Royalty music provided by Bensound
Episode 22 of the Toledo Matters Podcast – Lance Roper, Owner of Actual Coffee ——————————————————— With Bob Tucker, Danny Woodcock, & Nathan Lewis ——————————————————— Fun things in the 419 The 51st Annual Crosby Festival of the Arts presented by The Andersons. Northwest Ohio’s premier fine arts festival takes place the last full weekend of June and features the work of more than 200 artists from across the country. www.toledogarden.org/crosby-festival-2016-event/ ——————————– Today’s Guests: *** Lance Roper *** * Owner of Actual Coffee (www.actualcoffee.com) * Master Roaster * Coffee Connoisseur/Addict Favorite hidden gem in Toledo: The Attic on Adams, Manhattan’s Toledo Trivia: This Toledo local cultural staple is home to buns signed by many celebrities like Rick Astley and Burt Reynolds? This 2nd tallest building in Toledo has been empty since 1996? Name 3 Toledo Public Schools (HS, please)? This area, located where Madison Avenue ends at St. Clair St. sits a park, fountain, and hosts a plethora of food trucks every Thursday in summer? **Royalty music provided by Bensound
Episode 21 of the Toledo Matters Podcast - The Race 4 Justice, with Heather Hall & Dorian Slaybod ——————————————————— With Bob Tucker, Danny Woodcock, & Nathan Lewis ——————————————————— Fun things in the 419 The Race 4 Justice is June 18th in Downtown Toledo. A 5k and a 1 mile walk, proceeds from the Race for Justice will help Legal Aid’s Medical-Legal Partnership for Children (MLPC) program to serve more children and families. The Race4Justice is coordinated by ABLE and LAWO’s Emerging Leaders Council, a group of attorneys who are the next generation of leaders in the legal community. More info ------ www.race4justice.org ——————————– Today’s Guests: *** Heather Hall *** * Director of the Medical Legal Partnership, Advocates for Basic Legal Equality (MLPC.ablelaw.org) * Director, Race 4 Justice Favorite hidden gem in Toledo: Sense of community, and sense of pride in the arts and culture with the young professionals and youth in the city. *** Dorian Slaybod *** * Attorney, Lucas County Common Pleas Court * Former Toledo City Paper Writer * Organizer, Race 4 Justice * Heather's Hype Man Favorite hidden gem in Toledo: Old South End Toledo Trivia: 1. Name three of the ten current judges on the Court of Common Pleas? 2. Whose statue appears outside the Lucas County Courthouse (Adams Street side)? 3. What Toledo law firm operates out of a former plumbing supply warehouse? 4. Which is Toledo's oldest law firm? **Royalty music provided by Bensound
Episode 20 of the Toledo Matters Podcast - Chris "Peapod" Daher, Radio Host on 100.7 The Zone ——————————————————— With Bob Tucker, Danny Woodcock, & Nathan Lewis ——————————————————— Fun things in the 419 from Last Weekend - Toledo Jr. Bar Association presents the Gridiron - Glass City Film Festival - Toledo Repertoire Theatre Improv Night - Nate went to bed early ——————————– Today’s Guests: *** Chris "Peapod" Daher *** * Host of 100.7 Peapod in the Morning * Host On The Radar Sunday on 100.7 the zone Favorite hidden gems: The Ottawa Tavern, Good Personalities band, Handmade Toledo
Episode 19 - Morag Hastie and Michael Cushing by Toledo Matters Podcast
Special Presentation - Gloria Ann Taylor by Toledo Matters Podcast
Episode 18 of the Toledo Matters Podcast - Brian Kennedy, Director of the Toledo Museum of Art ——————————————————— With Bob Tucker, Danny Woodcock, & Nathan Lewis ——————————————————— Fun things in the 419 hursday, tonight: 5pm The Andersons is hosting a Wine Tasting event. Buy your groceries and sample wines at $1 a taste. Luke Bryan (SOLD OUT) will be at the Huntington Center with Little Big Town and Dustin Lynch Friday: The cast of Impractical Jokers from TruTV will be at the Stranahan Theatre @ 7 & 10pm with their comedy troupe - the Tenderloins. If you haven’t seen this show yet, these guys are hilarious! Saturday: Downtown Fresh Market in the morning! See you there! Don’t take all the good donuts……. Second City will be performing their Comedy Series at the Valentine Theatre Okay this one is special to me. The University of Toledo’s Dance Marathon, ROCKETHON, is a 13 hour dance-a-thon benefitting our local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital, Mercy St. Vincent. Every year we raise OVER $100,000 For The Kids, and this year is no different. With some community support and a lot of support from the University, the incredibly talent team of student volunteers have already put on a plethora of events for the miracle kids and miracle families alike, leading up to Saturdays event. If you feel so inclined to help out the amazing cause, head over to RockeTHON.org or check my twitter bio for a donate link (@danielrwoodcock…#shamelessplug) Next week: Toledo Beer week, all around town! Checkout their Facebook page for more info on that and on Thursday (4/21) check out ProMedica Wildwood Campus and the offices of Promedica Innovations. ——————————– Today’s Guests: *** Brian Kennedy *** * President, Director, and CEO of the Toledo Museum of Art * Former Director of Dartmouth College's Hood Museum of Art * Trustee and Treasurer of the Association of Art Museum Directors * Peer reviewer for the American Association of Museums Favorite hidden gems: Grand Rapids, Rutherford B. Hayes center in Fremont, Birdwatching, especially the Warblers.
Episode 17 of the Toledo Matters Podcast - Lori Hauser, CEO of Imagination Station ——————————————————— With Bob Tucker, Danny Woodcock, & Nathan Lewis ——————————————————— Fun Things to do in the 419 Thursday Startup Toledo @ The Toledo Museum of Art - Learn the ins and outs of Visual Literacy from the TMA’s own, Adam Levine. www.startuptoledo.com Friday The EPIC Toledo Birthday Bash! Join Toledo’s premier young professionals organization - EPIC Toledo - in celebrating its 9th anniversary with a booming party at Hensville. www.epictoledo.com ——————————– Today’s Guest: *** Lori Hauser *** * CEO of Imagination Station Favorite hidden gem in Toledo: Michael’s Catering Donuts
Episode 16 of the Toledo Matters Podcast - Audrey J Berning-Matell, Owner of AJ Archery ——————————————————— With Bob Tucker, Danny Woodcock, & Nathan Lewis ——————————————————— Fun Things to do in the 419 Thursday ST. PATRICK DAY!!! Official opening to Hensville. 5pm to Midnight, St. Patrick’s Day Rooftop Party on the new High Five Rooftop on top of the Fleetwood Building. HensvilleToledo.com Blarney will be PARTYING all weekend with their Heated Tent out on Huron St. -theblarneyirishpub.com Friday Beer & Win at Top of Nine in Hensville. -HensvilleToledo.com Of course Blarney is still getting down under their Heated Ten on Huron St.-theblarneyirishpub.com Saturday First concert in Hensville Park - afternoon show, starts at 1. The show is being headlines by Ten Strings and a Goat Skin, going on stage at 3:30 -HensvilleToledo.com Shamrock Shuffle, 3mile walk/run starting at 4pm from the Blarney, work off all that St. Patty’s Day Beer before you go fill up again for the night. -theblarneyirishpub.com The Mix Curveball - The Arts Commission’s spring fundraiser presents Toledo’s Best Party for music, art, fun, and a spectacular silent auction including local art and one-of-a-kind experiences! -theartscommission.org The Mobile Meals of Toledo Great Chili Cook Off is also this weekend at the Stranahan Great hall. Prizes awards to the winners of the Judge’s and People’s Choice. All monies raised goes to support the Mobile Meals’ Home Delivered Meal Program -mobilemeals.org ——————————– Today’s Guest: *** AJ Berning-Matell *** Level 2 Archery Instructor Level 3-NTS Coach - certified with USA Archer Owner, AJ Archery Favorite hidden gem in Toledo: Uncle John's Pancake House and the Toledo Museum of Art Favorite hidden gem in Toledo: Fort Industry Square
www.toledomatters.com Episode 15 of the Toledo Matters Podcast - Dave Schlaudecker, Director of Leadership Toledo ——————————————————— With Bob Tucker, Danny Woodcock, & Nathan Lewis ——————————————————— Fun things in the 419 Restaurant Week - Starts up tonight! March 7-13th checkout over 40 local restaurants and eateries offering up deals EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. Visit www.leadershiptoledo.org/rwt16/ for more info (or keep listening for Dave Schlaudecker to tell you the INSIDE scoop). Friday: 10th Annual Glass City Beer Festival - Friday, March 4th at the Lucas County Rec Center Hall #2. 40 Craft Breweries will be showcasing over 230 beers!!! Get out there and get your drink on. Proceeds will benefit Camp Courageous/The Arc of NW Ohio and the NWO Hemophilia Foundation. www.glasscitybeerfest.com Saturday: 10-2: Release of Orange Tiger at the Toledo Spirit’s Distillery (1301 N. Summit). 80proof bourbon barrel raised orange liquor produced with a blend of fresh orange zest and a kiss of sugar. Bourbon. When asked to describe the drink Andrew said Orange Tiger is like your mom with claws, she’ll put you to bed. Afternoon: Glass City Wine Festival! - Taste local and regional wines, while sampling gourmet cheeses and fare from local restaurants. Oh! And there will be a plethora of local vendors setup selling unique gifts and household treasures. There are 3 different sessions to buy tickets for, 1pm 5pm & 6pm! The 12noon was sold out :(. ——————————– Today’s Guests: *** Dave Schlaudecker *** * Director of Leadership Toledo * Former In-House Counsel for Owens Corning * TEDx Presenter
www.toledomatters.com Episode 14 of the Toledo Matters Podcast - Randy Oostra, CEO of Promedica ——————————————————— With Bob Tucker, Danny Woodcock, & Nathan Lewis ——————————————————— Fun things in the 419 This Thursday the 25th (TODAY! when this gets released) at Manhattan’s, Startup Toledo will be featured Matt Braun (creator of the Sketch Party TV app). Event starts at 6 checkout StartupToledo.com for more This Saturday at Black Cloister, Sparr Games will be holding a Master Thief Rule Testing event for their soon-to-come art thievery card game. Again, this Saturday at 7pm. meet at black cloister. Checkout facebook.com/sparrgames for more! Coming up next month, April 1st (not kidding) is the EPIC Toledo Birthday Bash from the Past. This year we’re getting a sneak peak at the Armory and their new Rooftop bars @ Hensville, getting in there before opening day and hosting our annual birthday celebration. The Birthday Bash from the Past will feature local DJ Matt Muha aka DJ Sharkbait, some of Hensville’s finest food and drink (including our signature party cocktail - the Old Fashioned). Come out, dress up, have some drinks and make some friends. Again, April 1st downtown at Hensville. and visit EPICToledo.com or just shoot me a message for any more info on any of these events. ——————————– Today’s Guests: *** Randy Oostra *** * CEO of Promedica * Chairman of the 22nd Century Committee * American Hospital Association Board of Trustees * TEDx Presenter
1. Anthony Fontana - Owens Corning 2. Liz Medsker - CNWR 3. Doug Mallette - HCR 4. Jason Siagie - CNWR 5. Clint Laforest - BGSU 6. Jeff Miller - Geo lore llc. 7. Greg/Chris - Toledo Web Professionals
Special Presentation - UXTR Conference Part 1 by Toledo Matters Podcast
Episode 13 - Steve Madewell by Toledo Matters Podcast
Episode 12 of the Toledo Matters Podcast - Joe Napoli, President and GM of Toledo Mudhens, Walleye, and Hensville ——————————————————— With Bob Tucker, Danny Woodcock, & Nathan Lewis ——————————————————— Fun Times in the 419: 3/17 - St. Patrick's Day Rooftop Party Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and be the FIRST to party on the new High Five Rooftop on top of the Fleetwood Building overlooking Fifth Third Field, the downtown Toledo skyline and the Maumee River. The event will feature multi-level entertainment, live music, drinks and great food. 3/18 - Beer and Wine at Top of Nine Raise a glass and be the FIRST to have a great time on the Top of Nine rooftop party deck, with great views of Toledo’s Warehouse District and Fifth Third Field. This event will feature a tasting of select craft beers and wine, as well as a sampling of some of the premium menu items at the new Nine restaurant at Hensville. 3/19 - First Concert @ Hensville Park It’s the FIRST concert at Hensville Park! Enjoy live music along with delicious food and beverages while strolling through the main lawn, as well as the Fleetwood Room and Patio located next to the park. Get a VIP ticket and have access to the Armory and High Five at the Fleetwood Building, with great indoor and outdoor views of Fifth Third Field. 4/7 - Mud Hens Opening Day Opening Day Block Party, Opening Day Beer Bash, High Five Opening Day Rooftop Part, Top of Nine Opening Day Rooftop Party, and the Hens first home game!! So much happening on this Opening Day, it's more like Opening Weekend! ——————————– Today’s Guests: *** Joe Napoli *** * President & GM of Toledo Walleye * President & GM of Toledo Mudhens * President & GM of Hensville *22nd Century Committee Member Favorite thing: Fossil Park Hull-Wolcott House & (OF COURSE) the Metroparks Follow:@Mudhens, @ToledoWalleye, @Hensville
www.toledomatters.com Episode 11 of the Toledo Matters Podcast - Dr. Sharon Gaber, 17th President of the University of Toledo ——————————————————— With Bob Tucker, Danny Woodcock, & Nathan Lewis ——————————————————— Fun Times in the 419: Men's Basketball vs. Akron: Friday Jan 15th, 7pm @ Savage Arena UT Women's Basketball vs. Northern Illinois: Saturday Jan 16th, 2pm @ Savage Arena ——————————– Today’s Guests: /// Dr. Sharon Gaber \\ * 17th President of the University of Toledo * First Female President of the University of Toledo * Board Member, Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce * Academic Woman of the Year 2009, Auburn University * Doctorate in City & Regional Planning from Cornell University Favorite thing: Metroparks Follow: @UTPresident
www.toledomatters.com Episode 9 of the Toledo Matters Podcast –Gene Powell, Fonder of Spoke HQ, SEED Coworking, and Startup Toledo. ——————————————————— With Bob Tucker, Danny Woodcock, & Nathan Lewis ——————————————————— Fun Times in the 419: Thursday Dec. 17th 6:30 pm @ Manhattan's - STARTUP TOLEDO Coming off a hugely successful Kickstarter fundraise (half their goal was met on day-three!), Jake & Jacob join us for a chat about their flagship game, Master Thief, their game design process, crowd sourcing, master thievery, and more. Back to Manhattan’s we go for hijinks and holiday cheer! ——————————– Today’s Guests: /// Gene Powell \\ *President & Chief Creative Officer - Spoke * Co-Founder - SEED Coworking * Co-Founder - Startup Toledo @gpowelldesign Favorite hidden gem in Toledo – Spoke, SEED, & Startup Toledo
www.toledomatters.com & www.utoledo.edu/incubator Episode 8 of the Toledo Matters Podcast – Molly Thompson, Director of the Launchpad Incubator at the University of Toledo ——————————————————— With Bob Tucker, Danny Woodcock, & Nathan Lewis ——————————————————— Fun Times in the 419: Toledo's first Barcade - RESET - opened up last weekend and has been jamming ever since! With classics like Space Invadors, Pacman, Golden Tee, NFL Blitz, and retrons on the tables so customers can enjoy classic Super Nintendo games & sit down for the full Bar 145 menu. ——————————– Today’s Guests: /// Molly Thompson \\ * VeggieU - Former Director of Development * Internationally published author of I Am Diva! Every Woman's Guide to Outrageous Living * Director of Launchpad Incubation Program at UT * Founder of Coder Dojo Toledo Favorite hidden gem in Toledo – Fowl & Fodder
www.toledomatters.com Episode 7 of the Toledo Matters Podcast – Toledo Improv Comedy Class at the Rep. featuring Nick Morgan ——————————————————— With Bob Tucker, Danny Woodcock, & Nathan Lewis ——————————————————— Fun Times in the 419: Join the Improv Comedy class as they perform their newly perfected Short Form Improv Monday Nov. 16th at 7pm @ the Toledo Repertoire Theatre. Tailgating starts at noon – hosted by yours truly ? ——————————– Today’s Guests: /// NICK MORGAN \\ * Studied comedy at Chicago based Second City * Received his Masters in Accountancy from Notre Dame * Former Repertoire Theatre Board Member * Director of the Improv Program at the Toledo Repertoire Theatre Favorite hidden gem in Toledo – The Local Performance Scene (shocker!!)
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