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In this episode we are talking about workplace burnout. It's a growing issue in many professions, including our own, and it can have serious consequences for both individuals and organizations. Our guests are Ris Labib and Amber Salmon, both Adult Services Librarians from the Akron-Summit County Public Library in Ohio. They've been looking into workplace burnout, particularly as it relates to the library workplace and presented a How-To program on the topic at the PLA 2024 conference. We discuss the predictors and contributors to burnout and, most importantly, finding effective solutions to combat it. We also look at common causes, such as work overload, role ambiguity, and challenging interactions.

The second of two "Akron Decides" mayoral debates was held last night at the Akron-Summit County Public Library.

Speaker: Christopher Wilkins became Music Director of the Akron Symphony in the fall of 2006. Since then the orchestra's programming has reflected his strong interest in community-oriented projects. He has developed partnerships with many artists and organizations based in Northeast Ohio, including the Akron Art Museum, Akron-Summit County Public Library, Firestone High School, Summit County Historical Society, YEPAW 365, GroundWorks Dance Theater, Neos Dance Theatre, and the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. For more event details and full speaker bio please visit bit.ly/3W3AaLM

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Great news for people in the Akron area who are having trouble getting online at home, because they either don't have a computer, or an internet connection. Now, they can get both, for free, from the Akron Summit County Public Library. Listen now.

Great news for people in the Akron area who are having trouble getting online at home, because they either don't have a computer, or an internet connection. Now, they can get both, for free, from the Akron Summit County Public Library. Listen now.

A. Van Jordan, a 2005 Anisfield-Wolf Book Awards winner for his nonfiction about a thwarted spelling bee contestant, joins The Asterisk* to discuss listening closely, the death of Tamir Rice and the writerly fellowship among A-W honorees. Born in Akron, Ohio, Jordan is a graduate of the Cave Canem Workshop. Now a professor of English at the University of Michigan, Jordan won the Anisfield-Wolf prize for M-A-C-N-O-L-I-A. The Virginia Quarterly Review called it a, “multi-voiced, collaged, and sometimes experimental in form . . . these poems surprise us with their range and approach . . . A narrative that breaks your heart with an intimacy most poets writing about their own lives could only dream to achieve.” Jordan sat down with The Asterisk* in March of 2022 at the Akron-Summit County Public Library's main branch, where he did much of his research for M-A-C-N-O-L-I-A .

Bob Ethington, Retired Division Manager at Akron-Summit County Public Library, talked to Ray about black history in literature.

It's National Public Library Month so Ray talks to Pamala Hickson-Stevenson, Director of the Akron-Summit County Public Library. They discuss everything the library has to offer, Covid-19 protocols, and more.

Bob Ethington is a recently-retired pop culture expert from the Akron-Summit County Public Library, and in part two of this podcast, he and Check Your Brain's Tony Mazur go over more celebrity deaths from 2021. This included a long discussion on the passing of their shared favorite comedian Norm Macdonald, three cogs in the Mary Tyler Moore Show, Charles Grodin, Hal Holbrook, and Dustin Diamond, with whom Tony worked many comedy shows with.   Follow Tony on his various social media platforms: Twitter & GETTR - @TonyMazur Instagram - @tmaze25   Be sure to subscribe to Tony's Patreon. $5 a month gets you bonus content, extra podcasts, and early access to guests. Visit Patreon.com/TonyMazur.

Bob Ethington is a recently-retired pop culture expert from the Akron-Summit County Public Library, and in part one of this podcast, he and Check Your Brain's Tony Mazur go over the changes in how the public views entertainment. They also talked about the biggest celebrity deaths in 2021 in the worlds of music, broadcasting, and sports. Some of those names include Charlie Watts, Michael Nesmith, Phil Spector, Larry King, Rush Limbaugh, Hank Aaron, and Demaryius Thomas. Follow Tony on his various social media platforms: Twitter & GETTR - @TonyMazur Instagram - @tmaze25   Be sure to subscribe to Tony's Patreon. $5 a month gets you bonus content, extra podcasts, and early access to guests. Visit Patreon.com/TonyMazur.

WAKR and the Ray Horner Morning Show are featuring a member of the black community in Akron who have made an impact by their courage and leadership. Kemp Boyd is the executive director of Love Akron, and he has been a prominent figure and coach in the area for a number of years. He has made a mission in directing young men and molding them into gentlemen and future leaders. Akron’s Celebration of Black History this month is brought to you by the Akron-Summit County Public Library and the Metro Regional Transit Authority.

WAKR and the Ray Horner Morning Show are featuring a member of the black community in Akron who have made an impact by their courage and leadership. Tara Samples is the councilwoman in Ward 5, and while she is a household name now, it wasn’t always easy. Tara talks about her upbringing and journey from becoming a teen mom to working in city council, to being a candidate for the lieutenant governor of Ohio. Akron’s Celebration of Black History this month is brought to you by the Akron-Summit County Public Library and the Metro Regional Transit Authority.

WAKR and the Ray Horner Morning Show are featuring a member of the black community in Akron who have made an impact by their courage and leadership. Glenn Gillespie has not only been active in the community, but he’s fed the community, as well. Glenn talks about his rise through culinary school and working nearly every position in the restaurant industry to becoming the owner of Edgar’s Restaurant. Akron’s Celebration of Black History this month is brought to you by the Akron-Summit County Public Library and the Metro Regional Transit Authority.

As Howard Cosell once said, John Lennon was “the most famous, perhaps, of all the Beatles.” On October 9th, if he were still alive, he would be celebrating his 80th birthday. Bob Ethington recently retired from the Akron-Summit County Public Library after three decades, but he remains the pop culture consultant on the Ray Horner Morning Show. Bob talked about the life and career of Lennon, and the influence the Beatles had on the music industry and pop culture as a whole. Ethington also talked about legacy of Lennon, which really took off after his assassination in 1980, and how his personal life was rather complicated.

Bob Ethington from the Akron-Summit County Public Library is back for another round of book recommendations during the pandemic and subsequent lockdown.

It’s Pulitzer Prize season, so Bob Ethington from the Akron-Summit County Public Library shared his book recommendations for this week.

It’s going to be an unseasonably chilly May weekend, so why not start a fire, crank up the heat, make a cup of hot cocoa or tea, and dive into some books? Bob Ethington from the Akron-Summit County Public Library has some tips for you.

Will baseball have a season this year? And if so, can they get at least 100 games in and make people happy? That is all up in the air. To tide of the baseball fans in the audience, Bob Ethington from the Akron-Summit County Public Library has some book recommendations for those who miss the days of The Babe, The Mick, and even Yogi Berra and Jackie Robinson.

Stuck inside? Feel like you’ve watched everything on Netflix? There were these things called books we used to read to educate ourselves and pass the time. Our good friend Bob Ethington from the Akron-Summit County Public Library joined the Ray Horner Morning Show to give his weekly book recommendations.

Just because schools and libraries are closed, doesn’t mean the learning has to cease. But how are the libraries themselves adjusting? Pamela Hickson-Stevenson is the executive director of the Akron-Summit County Public Library, and she talked about how the local libraries have adapted during this COVID-19 lockdown.

As 2019 draws to a close, Ray Horner Show producer and fill-in host Tony Mazur sat down with Bob Ethington from the Akron-Summit County Public Library to discuss the celebrities we've lost in 2019.

On today's Ray Horner Podcast, producer and fill-in host Tony Mazur talked to Bob Ethington of the Akron-Summit County Public Library about the biggest films and TV shows of 2019. Later, Tony touched on the death of radio icon and shock jock Don Imus.

:19 - Yes, we’ve talked about this a-plenty over the years, and it’s how the state of retail keeps changing. The panel touched on the future of retail, and how stores such as Dollar General have adapted, while others in Kmart and Sears have not and fallen by the wayside. 6:42 - It’s another election season, and that means another school levy in the city of Barberton. Superintendent Jeff Ramnytz discussed it. 11:35 - WEWS News 5 is wiping away $1.5 million in medical debt, thanks to their new program Medical Debt Rescue. How are they doing this? Investigative reporter Jonathan Walsh explains. 17:44 - Scott Wynn stopped by to give his review of the Joker, and he mentioned how another Maleficent is hitting the theaters. 20:17 - And speaking of film, it’s time for another Fortunato Film School at the Akron-Summit County Public Library. Joe Fortunato discussed To Kill a Mockingbird with Tony, and will do so in long form on Sunday afternoon at the library. Be sure to follow us on our various social media platforms. Facebook: 1590WAKRakron Instagram: @1590WAKR Twitter: @1590WAKR, @Rayinthemorning, @TonyMazur

:17 - Still smoking cigarettes? Well, you may want to avoid Hawaii as a vacation destination. The state is, for the lack of a better word, banning cigarettes for folks under 100. Ray and Tony talked about this topic, which Hawaii doesn’t mind taking the financial hit. 8:04 - 2019 is the 80th anniversary of one of, if not the greatest year in cinema history, 1939. Bob Ethington from the Akron-Summit County Public Library stopped by to talk about two iconic films from that year that are seeing re-releases: Gone With the Wind and The Wizard of Oz. 23:28 - It’s Tuesday, and that means our tax guy, Doug Klein, dropped by the studio to discuss deductions here in tax season. 32:08 - Remember the Firestone Tournament of Champions at Riviera Lanes? The name may have changed and the decades have passed, but professional bowling is back in the area. Jerry Schneider does media relations with the PBA, and he previewed what’s to come this weekend with tournament play.

On the Ray Horner Morning Show, we cover hard-hitting news, but we also discuss some lighter elements of our popular culture. Join guest host Tony Mazur as he talked pop culture with Bob Ethington from the Akron-Summit County Public Library, as well as the top grossing movies with WQMX morning show host Scott Wynn.

:17 - On Wednesday, the memorial for George H.W. Bush went forward. Though only a one-term president, Ray and Tony talked about the life and legacy of Bush 41. 6:50 - It’s day three of the 69th annual WAKR Share-A-Christmas. Phil Engel, director of business ministry for the Salvation Army of Summit County, talked more about the programs the local dollars go to. 12:17 - As mentioned on Tuesday, Urban Meyer stepped down as head coach of the Ohio State Buckeyes football team due to health concerns. The health scare is a cyst on his brain, which Dr. Joe Congeni says is benign. 18:42 - Dr. Jonathan Streit from Cleveland Clinic-Akron General joined the program to discuss shoulder injuries. He is speaking at the WAKR Senior Lunch at the Tangier. 21:38 - Time now for our Academic Exam! Two students from Manchester High School competed, and it is brought to you by the Akron-Summit County Public Library.

:17 - It’s the morning after election day, and Ray Horner and 1590 WAKR have you covered! Before we went state and nationwide, Ray caught up with Akron mayor Dan Horrigan about moving the primary to May, which ended up passing. 5:38 - Dr. David Beer is a political scientist at Malone University, and he shared his views on the senate and house races, as well as the gubernatorial election in Ohio. Specifically, Dr. Beer points to just how red Republican Ohio is getting. 12:19 - After a few tries, a school levy has passed in Norton. Superintendent of Norton schools, Dana Addis, discussed the victory. 16:09 -Another local victory in Summit County was Issue 8. Julie Barnes from Summit County Children Services called in to 20:54 - With another look at the Ohio senate and gubernatorial races, Dr. David Cohen, professor of political science at the Bliss Institute, broke down what occurred. 31:06 - To cleanse the political palette, it’s time for the Academic Exam! Two students from Copley-Fairlawn High School stopped by to compete, and this friendly competition is brought to you by the Akron-Summit County Public Library.

:17 - A local invention is looking to change the way seniors can get in and out of cars. It’s called Slide N Ride, and it will be available for purchase at Acme Fresh Markets. Slide N Ride got some help from students at Archbishop Hoban, and the inventor and students talked about their process in studio. 16:15 - Speaking of Hoban, the Knights continue to be one of the best football programs in the state, headed by coach Tim Tyrrell. He talked to Ray about his upcoming matchup against Mayfield. 22:56 - Julie Barnes from Summit County Children Services called into the show less than a week before the election to discuss Issue 8. For the first time in three decades, there is a levy renewal, and she discussed it. 27:04 - The 7-3 Manchester Panthers are set to take on Sandy Valley on Friday. Jim France talked to Ray about his program. 32:37 - Dr . Joe Congeni stopped by to talk about Kevin Love and his toe injury that may sideline him for over a month. 41:37 - Time now for the Academic Exam, brought to you by the Akron-Summit County Public Library. Today, Hannah and Cara from Barberton High School faced off.

:17 - Last week, candidate for Lt. governor, Betty Sutton, joined us. This week, Jon Husted called into the program. He is the running mate alongside AG Mike DeWine. Husted talked to Ray about the campaign in general and how he sees Ohio in the present and future. 10:14 - Dr. Joe Congeni, whose speciality is sports medicine at Akron Children’s Hospital, stopped by the studio to talk about injuries and prevention. One topic was on the mistake of NFL officials picking up their flags after Baker Mayfield was conked in the head on Sunday. Another is confusion over the Nick Bosa injury, which has caused him to forego the rest of his Ohio State career. 17:21 - Madi and Josh are two students from Coventry High School, and they competed in our Academic Exam! How’d they do? How’d YOU do? Powered by the Akron-Summit County Public Library. 29:14 - The Barberton football team keeps rolling along, and they take on Highland this Friday. Head coach Tony Gotto is back this week after being suspended for a game, and he joined Ray to talk about his Magics. 32:36 - The 2018 World Series has begun, and the Red Sox took a 1-0 lead in the contest. Do you care? Will Middle America be watching?

:17 - One of the big talking points in Akron these last few weeks has been a proposed ordinance to fine and even jail residents who have incessant barking dogs. Well, city council shot down Russ Neal’s proposal, and he joined Ray to discuss what’s next. 10:17 - Time now for our Academic Exam, sponsored by the Akron-Summit County Public Library. Matt and Katelyn from East Community Learning Center squared off a day earlier than normal, as we’re live at Goodyear Hall tomorrow. 23:00 - The devastation continues in the gulf of Florida, as the panhandle looks to rebuild what was torn up from Michael. The tornado-like winds damaged the power structure and grids need to be rebuilt. Mark Durbin from FirstEnergy gave us some education on what needs to be done. 30:52 - The Browns came out flat in Sunday’s contest against the Los Angeles Chargers. What needs to be done to rectify both sides of the ball to get back to .500? Fred Greetham from the Orange & Brown Report gave his thoughts on the game and looked ahead to Sunday in Tampa.

:28 - Nominations for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame were released on Tuesday, and naturally, there will always be a debate on who’ll go in, who gets snubbed, and the criteria and qualifications overall. Ray, Jeanne, and Tony chatted about the list of candidates, as well as those who are on the outside looking in. 9:23 - Hurricane Michael, as of this post, has been upgraded to a Category 4 and is set to blast the Florida Panhandle as early as this afternoon. As is the case with hurricanes and tropical storms, the American Red Cross is there to help, as Jim McIntyre stated with Ray. 16:03 - Continuing the coverage from Florida is WFLA’s John Conrad, who came on to set the scene. Also joining us is Ed Esposito, former news director at WAKR. 25:50 - Time now for the Academic Exam, sponsored by the Akron-Summit County Public Library. This week, we have Parker and Mason, two brothers from Green High School competing. 36:40 - Patrick Bravo is the president of the school board in Akron, and he joined Ray to talk about the foundation’s continued support of LeBron James’s I Promise school and what to do with the older school facilities.

March’s Leadership on Main featured David Jennings, retired Director of the Akron-Summit County Public Library. In our LOM Bonus Feature Jennings reflects on the value he places on serving the community, both is his work for ASCPL and on many of Akron’s boards. Jennings chats with Wendy Bolas, Interim President of Leadership Akron, about his motivation to be an active participant in the community, the best leadership advice he’s received, and the outcomes of the Civic Solutions Lab. Full show notes here.

At today’s Akron Farm & Flea event at Musica, Ryan and Chris spoke with noted Akron authors David Giffels and Jane Ann Turzillo about publishing books in a digital world, the state of journalism and why they choose to live in Akron. The author of “The Hard Way on Purpose” and “All the Way Home,” David also wrote the forward for the upcoming “Akron Anthology” book of Rust Belt essays, whose release party is Oct. 18, 6 p.m. at the Akron-Summit County Public Library. He also gives us some information about his new book. Jane’s latest release is “Unsolved Murders & Disappearances in Northeast Ohio,” and she specializes in historical crime. Visit davidgiffels.com and www.janeturzillo.com to buy their books and learn more about the authors.

Do you believe in Bigfoot? How about the Beast of Whitehall? This episode treads into mysterious territory as Liz, Cody and Chris welcome Kelli Nikola and Curtis Bower, from Akron-Summit County Public Library, who discuss an upcoming cryptozoology program. The event, which takes place at Main Library July 23, features a Bigfoot investigator and a local filmmaker/journalist who studies elusive creatures, like the Minerva Monster and the Beast of Whitehall, spotted in Upstate New York. Curtis and Kelli, librarians in the Science & Technology Division of the Library, also discuss what compelled them to careers as librarians and how the changing scope of technology affects their jobs.