Podcasts about Cleveland Metroparks

Dan Jenkins is just two years into his career with Cleveland Metroparks, but he's making his mark with an ambitious webcam program, presenting a session at his first NAI Conference, and winning NAI's annual 5K fun run. Dan joins NAI's Paul Caputo and Song Stott.

Please enjoy this re-airing of last November's interview with with Cleveland Metroparks wildlife ecologist Jonathon Cepek, who provides valuable information to counter misinformation, ease fears, and co-exist with them in our community. Upcoming events happening in Avon Lake: February 17: President's Day - No Collective Committee Meeting February 18, 7:00 PM: Rescheduled Collective Committee Meeting February 24, 7:00 PM: City Council Meeting February 25: Ward 1 Resident Meeting with Councilman Rob Shahmir at the Avon Lake Public Library February 27, 6:30 PM: American Legion Post 211 presents "Good Medicine, Hard Times" with presenter Colonel Edward P. Horvath March 1, 10:00 AM & March 2, 1:00 PM: Model Train Show at the Avon Lake Public Library March 2: Deadline for Snowman Building Contest submissions For information about these and future events/meetings in Avon Lake, please visit www.AvonLake.org/Events.

Medium and podcast host Jonathan Mark joins Kate to discuss three unsolved cases, two featured in volume 5 of Unsolved Mysteries on Netflix. Philadelphia high school teacher Susan Reinert was murdered in 1979, and her two children Karen and Michael have never been found. On June 4, 2019, a pair of kayakers stumbled upon two dead bodies in the Cleveland Metroparks' Rocky River Reservation. The two people, Carnell Sledge and Katherine Brown, were good friends who had met up in the park for reasons that remain unknown. M.T. Anderson heard tales of cattle mutilation back when he was in high school. Mat Carter's friend first heard about it in the 1970s. But in recent years, both ranchers have had firsthand experience with strange phenomenon, discovering some of their own livestock brutalized, with surgical-style incisions and tongues and/or organs missing. In each instance, there were no footprints or any indication that the cattle had been attacked by another animal. Perhaps strangest of all, there was no blood. There have been thousands of similar cases reported across the United States and Canada. Reality Life with Kate Casey What to Watch List: https://katecasey.substack.com Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/katecasey Twitter: https://twitter.com/katecasey Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/katecaseyca Tik Tok: http://www.tiktok.com/itskatecasey Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113157919338245 Amazon.com: www.amazon.com/shop/katecaseySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Who killed Kate Brown and Carnell Sledge? The two longtime friends were gunned down in broad daylight while sitting on a bench in the Cleveland Metroparks. Five years later, the murders remain unsolved. In this episode, 19 News anchor Nichole Vrsansky sits down with police and the FBI as they go through the evidence in the case, persons of interest, and the latest developments in their investigation. You'll also hear from the families of "Nell" and Kate as they share memories and discuss their theories about what may have happened. A $100,000 reward is available for information that leads to an arrest in this case. Tipsters can reach out anonymously to the FBI's Cleveland Field Office at (216) 622-6842, the Cleveland Metroparks Police Department at (440) 331-5219, or Crime Stoppers of Cuyahoga County at (216) 252-7463. Tips can also be submitted at tips.fbi.gov.

The National Women's Soccer League said it wants to expand from 12 to 16 teams by 2026. Cleveland is one of the cities bidding for an expansion team. The decision will be finalized by the end of this year. The Cleveland Soccer Group, which is leading the effort to bring professional women's soccer to the region, recently made a deal with the Cleveland Metroparks to build a new stadium if Cleveland wins the expansion team. The stadium would be built across the street from Progressive Field and seat more than 12,000 fans. The cost projected around $150 million, would be funded in part by ownership investment and state and local funding.  On Thursday's "Sound of Ideas," we're going to dive in to the excitement behind these efforts as well as the challenges, with a panel of expert guests. Later, we'll hear another installment of our music podcast, "Shuffle."

Chris and Don interview Steelhead guru, Mike Durkalec. Mike is the Aquatic Biologist for the Cleveland Metroparks. In his spare time Mike chases every fish in the area, but his first love is steelhead. Mike talks about the upcoming Steelhead Expo on September 28th from 9:00 - 3:00 at the Rocky River Nature Center. Also, we discuss early season tactics and Mike reveals his favorite methods for catching Steelhead. If you are interested in steelhead this podcast is for you.

The Cleveland Metroparks was recently awarded a $19.5 million federal grant, which will help pay for several trails on the city's southeast side.

At this year's Cleveland Smart Business Dealmakers Conference, regional leaders David Gilbert from the Greater Cleveland Sports Commission and Destination Cleveland, Greg Harris from the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Brian Zimmerman from the Cleveland Metroparks discuss how their innovative strategies have transformed Cleveland into a powerhouse for major sports events, scenic parks, and arts and culture. In this roundtable discussion led by First National Bank's Boyd Pethel, they highlight how their collaborative efforts drive economic growth and position the region as a must-visit destination for tourists, sports enthusiasts, and cultural aficionados alike.

Holden Forest & Gardens is seeding Ohio's forested future through the Holden Seed Bank at the Holden Arboretum, which will soon celebrate its first anniversary. In this episode, we speak with Seed Bank Manager Kim Lessman about how this "restoration" seed bank works, how she became its manager, and how her work forms the core of new climate-fighting reforestation efforts across the region by eliminating a bottleneck in local tree planting efforts - the need for seeds. The Holden Seed Bank collects and processes seeds from native "workhorse" tree species like hickories, oaks, and hemlocks, which local nurseries grow into seedlings to support regional restoration projects and tree planting efforts. The work of the Holden Seed Bank is helping build resilient, biodiverse forests that can face our changing climate by providing thousands and thousands of seeds of local ecotype collected in our region. A Celebration of Seeds event will be held on August 8 at the Cleveland Botanical Garden and feature panelists from Holden Seed Bank, Cleveland Metroparks, the Pollinator Project, and Wild Ones Greater Cleveland to celebrate its one-year anniversary. Join us for all the tree-loving details.   Guest:Kimberly Lessman, Manager, Holden Restoration Seed Bank - klessman@holdenfg.orgResources:About Holden Forest & Gardens About the Holden Seed BankCelebration of Seeds - August 8 at the Cleveland Botanical GardenVisit the Cleveland Botanical Garden and the Holden ArboretumFollow us: https://www.facebook.com/ecospeaksclehttps://www.instagram.com/ecospeakscleContact us:hello@ecospeakscle.com

In this episode, we share the recording from our recent May networking event at Great Lakes Brewing Company. This event featured a discussion about greenspace with three local leaders working on expanding greenspace in our urban core and increasing access and opportunities to experience nature through outdoor recreation, especially for our historically underserved communities. Our three speakers from Cleveland Metroparks, the local nonprofit SYATT, and the Trust for Public Land speak about improving our community and environmental health by creating more access to greenspace and the collaborations that amplify their work. At 2:18 our first speaker is Kaela Geschke, the Ohio Parks for People Program Director for the Trust for Public Land. Kell speaks about some of the projects she is working on in our region to create and protect nature-rich places and the importance of that work to the health of our community. At 14:18, our second speaker is Kelly Coffman, a principal planner with Cleveland Metroparks. Kelly speaks about the strategic planning effort to create greenways connecting our inner city areas with our lake and other parks to increase park access. Kelly also shares the latest details on the CHEERS project, which will transform Cleveland's east side Lake Erie waterfront.At 27:30, our third speaker is Erika Hood, the Co-Founder and Director of Equity and Engagement for SYATT (See You At The Top). This local organization provides opportunities for Black and Brown communities to explore nature and outdoor recreation. Erika shares stories about the ski and scuba outings, camping trips, and other outdoor experiences she organizes for people in Cleveland's black community and how these shared experiences are so impactful. Speakers:• Kelly Coffman, Principal Planner with Cleveland Metroparks. • Kaela Geschke, Ohio Parks for People Program Director for the Trust for Public Land. • Erika Hood, Co-Founder and Director of Equity and Engagement for SYATTResources:Cuyahoga County Greenways PlanCleveland Metroparks active Planning & Design projects  Follow us: https://www.facebook.com/ecospeaksclehttps://www.instagram.com/ecospeakscleContact us:hello@ecospeakscle.com

On today's show... Bill & Alyssa had plans to hang out over the weekend, but they were RUINED for many reasons! Was there a Bongiovi in town? Good Vibes at 6:55 and 8:55! There was PLENTY of WEIRDNESS in Cleveland over the long weekend. We break it all down! Group Therapy: Abby's friend has signed up for an MLM and she isn't sure what to do next! We debut Alyssa's College of Cleveland Knowledge! Alyssa is frustrated trying to find an appropriate bathing suit After this weekend, I'll never do _____ again!

Summary This is the FedGeoDay 2024 session on open source for local government, emergency management and response, and climate risk. The session featured four presenters who discussed the value of their applications and the underlying technology used to create them. The moderator was Ryan Burley. The panelists/presenters included Aaron Myers, Laura Schuch, Mike Rogers, and Karen Townsend. Highlights

Join us as we talk with Museum Educator Ashley Hall about her career as a museum educator at the Museum of the Rockies, her research on Sauropod feet and her books including Fossils for Kids: A Junior Scientist's Guide to Dinosaur Bones and Ancient Animals, and Prehistoric Life on Earth and Prehistoric Worlds: Stomp Into the Epic Lands Ruled by Dinosaurs (due out at the end of March 2024).   Ashley is a dynamic paleontologist, naturalist, and museum educator. Originally from South Bend, Indiana, she grew up loving dinosaurs from an early age and was inspired by holiday trips to Chicago's Field Museum to pursue a career in natural history. Ashley earned her Bachelor of Arts in anthropology (focus: Zooarchaeology) and animal behavior from Indiana University, Bloomington. After graduation, she spent nearly a decade working as a science educator for various educational institutions in southern California, including the Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, and the La Brea Tar Pits. During this time, Ashley also served as the assistant curator of paleontology at the Raymond M. Alf Museum of Paleontology in Claremont, California. While with the “Alf,” she managed the fossil collection and participated in fieldwork including Late Cretaceous dinosaur excavations in the Grand-Staircase Escalante National Monument in Utah and Miocene mammal reconnaissance paleontology in the Mojave Desert's Rainbow Basin. Ashley relocated to Ohio where she worked as a naturalist for the Cleveland Metroparks reservation system before taking a position with the Cleveland Museum of Natural as the adult programs coordinator.  When Ashley is not educating the public in person, she is an active science communicator on social media. Ashley has presented several invited workshops on communicating science through social media at professional, scientific meetings, including the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology and the Association for Materials and Methods in Paleontology annual conferences. Her scientific research has focused on sauropod claw morphology and function and the evolution of birds from deposits at the La Brea Tar Pits.

Cleveland Metroparks has always been a preserver and protector of our valleys and the waters that run through them. In 2013, it opened the Watershed Stewardship Center in Parma's West Creek Reservation with a mission to enhance and protect our urban watersheds through scientific discovery, education, and sustainable actions. In this episode, we speak with the center's manager, Bethany Majeski, and the Director of Natural Resources for Cleveland Metroparks, Jennifer Grieser, about how protecting our urban watersheds is so vital for our region and ways we can all be stewards of our local watersheds starting at home where stormwater runoff begins.  Guests:Jennifer Grieser: Director of Natural Resources for Cleveland Metroparks,Bethany Majeski: Watershed Stewardship Center ManagerResources:Confluence: Stewarding Cleveland's WaterCentral Lake Erie Basin CollaborativeWorld Water Day - March 22Cleveland Metroparks Seasonal Job Fair March 11 Follow us: https://www.facebook.com/ecospeaksclehttps://www.instagram.com/ecospeakscleContact us:hello@ecospeakscle.com

Thursday, January 25, 2024: A 3-year-old child has died while a mother and 3 other children escaped from a house fire on Meigs Street in Sandusky this morning. In Cleveland Heights, we tell you what we know about suspects in custody connected to a shooting. We also share the cause of a power outage in Newburgh Heights, and possible causes of two water main breaks in Cleveland. Then, we tell you that Republicans lawmakers want to do with state income tax, look at how Avon Lake is preparing for the total solar eclipse on April 8, and more on 3News Daily with Stephanie Haney. Watch Stephanie Haney's Legally Speaking specials and segments here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_SLtTChKczKEzKhgSopjxcmFQniu28GN Connect with Stephanie Haney here: http://youtube.com/@_StephanieHaney http://twitter.com/_StephanieHaney http://instagram.com/_StephanieHaney http://facebook.com/thestephaniehaney Read more here: Where to find solar eclipse glasses before April 8: Cleveland Metroparks, Destination Cleveland selling local designs as NASA Glenn sells out https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/world/solar-eclipse/solar-eclipse-glasses-path-of-totality-april-8-nasa-glenn-cleveland-ohio/95-a340226b-a2cb-4bf8-9484-aec41754c930 2 water main breaks in Cleveland overnight https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/local/cleveland/cleveland-water-main-breaks-berea-triskett-west-115th-clifton/95-6f11a266-411d-4025-9d3f-9c38481e532b

Host Jen Miller discusses coyotes with Cleveland Metroparks wildlife ecologist Jonathon Cepek, who provides valuable information to counter misinformation, ease fears, and co-exist with them in our community. Upcoming events happening in Avon Lake: January 22, 1:00 PM: Avon Lake Historical Society Presents "Settlement of Avon & Dover" at the Avon Lake Public Library January 22, 7:00 PM: City Council Meeting January 24, 7:00 PM: Totality Talks: Eclipse Community Forum at the Avon Lake Public Library January 28, 12:00 PM: St. Joseph Parish School Open House January 29: No City Council Meeting - 5th Monday of the month January 30, 5:30 PM: Ward 1 Resident Meeting with Councilman Rob Shahmir at the Avon Lake Public Library February 2, 3, 9, & 10, 7:00 PM & February 4 & 10, 1:30 PM: Mighty Goliath Productions Presents The Hunchback of Notre Dame at the Avon Lake High School Performing Arts Center For information about these or future events/meetings in Avon Lake, please visit www.AvonLake.org/Events

We welcome Jenn Grieser and Sean McDermott from Cleveland Metroparks for an overview of our remarkable park system, restoration projects that we've partnered on, as well as ecology, conservation—and ziplines!Learn more about the Metroparks at https://www.clevelandmetroparks.com/Here's a great new video on the Watershed Stewardship Center in Parma, OH.Want to get involved? Learn about the Watershed Volunteer Program here.

What if there was a way to save thousands of innocent birds from lethal collisions with our urban glass structures each year? In this episode of EcoSpeak CLE, we head to Lake Erie Nature and Science Center to speak with wildlife rehabilitation specialist Tim Jasinski, one of the founders of Lights Out Cleveland. Tim shares the challenges migratory birds face in navigating the dangerous cityscape of Cleveland and how we all help make our community more feather-friendly.  Tim takes us behind the scenes of Lights Out Cleveland and The Lake Erie Nature and Science Center, revealing the dedication and commitment of the volunteers who roam downtown streets in the early morning hours during spring and fall migrations to rescue and rehabilitate injured birds. In our Tip Time, Tim shares what to do if you find an injured bird or animal and some of his favorite spots around town to bird watch.Lights Out Cleveland needs more volunteers. You can make a difference by becoming a Bird Collision Monitoring Crew member.  Monitoring and collection volunteers are responsible for monitoring specific areas throughout Downtown Cleveland, collecting/transporting both living and dead birds, and recording data.  Monitoring happens between 5:00 am – 8:30 am, March 15 – ~June 1 and August 15 – mid-November. Opportunities are available seven days per week. To become a volunteer, you will need to join the Cleveland Metroparks volunteer system.Guest:Tim Jasinski, Wildlife Rehabilitation Specialist with Lake Erie Nature and Science Center and Founder of Lights Out ClevelandResources:Lights out Cleveland   Lake Erie Nature and Science Center Become a Lights Out Cleveland volunteer Feather Friendly window film  Ohio Bird Conservation InitiativeMake your house more bird-friendly.  Follow us: https://www.facebook.com/ecospeaksclehttps://www.instagram.com/ecospeakscleContact us:hello@ecospeakscle.com

EPISODE 144 SEASON 4 | The beauty of homeschooling is that you get to build it however you want. What better way to create supplement your curriculum than finding different pieces to make it a successful learning experience? Incorporating nature and animals into a part of homeschooling is what Sarah Skebba, founder of EdZOOcating EdZOOcating, does. EdZOOcating is an educational approach that integrates animal-based experiences into your child's learning journey. From field trips to animal sanctuaries to interactive lessons with live animals, EdZOOcating provides an immersive and engaging educational experience that sparks curiosity and empathy. Whether you're a seasoned homeschooler looking for fresh ideas or someone considering homeschooling for the first time, this podcast episode will provide valuable insights and make it a truly enriching experience. Join us as we embark on a journey to empower your child's education through homeschooling your way and EdZOOcating! ABOUT OUT GUEST | Sarah Skebba is the founder and CEO of EdZOOcating, an education platform designed to use wildlife, nature, and conservation to engage kids in core science topics. She grew up in the Cleveland Metroparks where she developed a love for nature at an early age. After moving to Arizona to attain a BS in Conservation Biology and Ecology, she participated in several wildlife studies exploring animals like rattlesnakes, Gila monsters, iguanas, and more. She gained experiences as an educator at a variety of zoos, aquariums, and nature centers where she furthered my passion for both wildlife and teaching. During her furlough at the start of COVID, she was eager to continue educating both kids and adults about wildlife and conservation. What started as a website filled with animal facts and sustainable living tips transformed into hundreds of live Zoom classes, a K-8 science curriculum program called EdZOOcating Adventures, and 3 years of engaging homeschoolers from across the world in science using the wonders of the natural world.  You can find them on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok @edzoocating LISTENER COUPON CODE ★Request your coupon code to use on any purchase at bookshark.com. There are so many ways to incorporate science into homeschooling. Science can be artistic, statistical, numbers, statistics, etc. The plants in Ohio are very different from what she grew up with and how they were used hundreds and hundreds of years ago.

Tuesday, May 30, 2023: The Summit County Sheriff is searching for escaped inmate Jason Conrad who got away from officials at an Akron hospital. Plus, an inmate who previously escaped from a Lima facility was found dead yesterday in the Ohio River in Kentucky. We also share the incredible story of 80 dogs who were rescued from a home in Richland County, give you a glimpse into Memorial Day ceremonies around Northeast Ohio to honor fallen soldiers, and celebrate the life of a K-9 officer who passed away. Mike Polk Jr. shares the current exhibit at the Holden Arboretum, we highlight outdoor activities from the Cleveland Metroparks, and more on 3News Daily with Stephanie Haney. Watch Stephanie Haney's Legally Speaking specials and segments here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_SLtTChKczKEzKhgSopjxcmFQniu28GN Connect with Stephanie Haney here: http://twitter.com/_StephanieHaney http://instagram.com/_StephanieHaney http://facebook.com/thestephaniehaney Read more here: Escaped inmate in Akron: Multiple law enforcement agencies involved in search https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/local/akron/escaped-inmate-akron-jason-lyle-conrad-summit-county-sheriff/95-987cba9f-ddd1-4fb2-ac09-5e1f4b9af6fa Humane Society: 82 dogs found living in 'deplorable' conditions on Richland County property https://www.wkyc.com/article/life/animals/65-dogs-removed-filthy-richland-county-home-shelter-needs-help/95-eb46438f-1fb9-438d-8a09-b28d14a69bec

In this episode of the National Links Trust Podcast, we introduce our new Executive Director, Damian Cosby, PGA. Damian comes to National Links Trust with more than 20 years of experience in the golf industry. A "Class A" PGA Professional, he most recently served as the Director of Golf Operations for Cleveland Metroparks where he oversaw the system's eight golf courses including Manakiki Golf Course, a Donald Ross design, and Sleepy Hollow Golf Course, a Stanley Thompson design. Prior to his time in Cleveland, he spearheaded the highly-lauded, sustainability-focused renovation of The Preserve at Eisenhower Golf Course in Anne Arundel County, Maryland. In this interview, Damian discusses his background and journey through the golf industry and how he views municipal golf facilities as the "stewards" of the game. National Links Trust is supported by members of the Capital Club - our annual giving society. To learn more about membership visit shopnlt.com/collections/nlt-capital-club.

Cleveland MetroParks Murders ////// 660Part 1of 1 www.TrueCrimeGarage.comCarnell Sledge and Katherine Brown were longtime friends.  On June 4, 2019 the two met at the Rocky River Reservation, one of Cleveland's MetroParks. It was a beautiful day and many were out and about.  The two arrived separately but at about the same time which was right around 5pm.  They found a bench near the river to sit down and have some conversation.  Just about twenty minutes later kayaker's found the two dead.  The killer or killers are still at large. If you have any information please contact the FBI's Cleveland Field Office at 216-622-6842.  Tips can also be submitted at tips.fbi.govA very big thank you to one of my very favorite podcasters - Aaron from the Generation Why podcast for joining me in the Garage this week to discuss this still unsolved case.  The Generation Why podcast has been pumping out great podcast episodes since 2012.  You can listen to them wherever you get your podcasts. For more information go to www.GenWhyPod.comBeer of the Week - There's No Crying in Baseball from Evil Genius Beer Company Garage Grade - 4 and a quarter bottle caps out of 5 

At the moment, no one around here seems to care about March Madness or even wanting to make a bracket!  And Producer Stevie is feeling too much pressure.  Also, the buzzards are back today!  And Bill wonders if he did something rude to a co-worker when he arrived at work this morning.  Morgan fiance's David called up the show this morning to call Morgan out on something, and today's Hash It Out featured Paige and Alyssa who are still fighting over something that happened last month at a Bachelorette Party!  Plus, Battle of the Burbs, and Morgan tells us about some neighbor drama during another round of "Grinding My Gears".  

Thursday, November 10, 2022: Learn what we know about two separate shootings in Shaker Heights and Garfield Heights, and threats made to the Cleveland Clinic. Plus, we take a look at the fight after a controversial call at a high school soccer game, and why Elyria is in trouble with the Department of Justice for sewer issues. Also, get your first look at the Cavaliers new City Edition jerseys for the 2022-23 season, the new roller coaster coming to Cedar Point, and more on 3News Daily. Connect with Stephanie Haney here: http://twitter.com/_StephanieHaney http://instagram.com/_StephanieHaney http://facebook.com/thestephaniehaney Read more here: 2 teen girls shot in Shaker Heights: What police are saying https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/local/shaker-heights-police-teenage-girls-shot-inside-vehicle/95-f2367e25-b386-46d3-b621-c79d6674be67 https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/local/cuyahoga-county/garfield-heights-police-department-investigation-shooting-1-dead-1-injured/95-47a49345-dead-451c-9b8f-9ffbb3286f01 All clear given after threats made against Cleveland Clinic's main campus and Fairview Hospital https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/crime/cleveland-clinic-fairview-hospital-lockdown-threat/95-c88deed0-ce68-4caf-ba83-4e4b608e828a OHSAA investigating controversial ending of Strongsville-Walsh Jesuit girls soccer game https://www.wkyc.com/article/sports/high-school/ohsaa-investigate-controversial-ending-strongsville-walsh-jesuit-girls-soccer-tournament-game/95-f168247a-8c51-40ba-9735-52fcae84409e Cleveland Cavaliers unveil 2022-23 City Edition uniforms; pay tribute to Cleveland Metroparks https://www.wkyc.com/article/sports/nba/cavaliers/cleveland-cavaliers-unveil-2022-23-city-edition-uniforms-clevland-metroparks/95-a00be304-def0-44c4-8528-febb4016e820 New roller coaster under construction at Cedar Point for 2023: Park shares first photos of Wild Mouse https://www.wkyc.com/article/entertainment/places/cedar-point/cedar-point-roller-coaster-construction-wild-mouse-boardwalk-grand-pavilion-2023-season/95-7c1a2bc6-1698-44dd-88a0-1571b263f6e1 New stores and food options coming to Tower City Center in Cleveland https://www.wkyc.com/article/life/shopping/tower-city-center-cleveland-new-stores-cavs-team-shop/95-748edd47-ba70-41ba-acb9-3ddae33c64df

Friday, October 21, 2022: Find out that latest information on five people shot at Cleveland's IFIXUGLY barbershop, what we know about the Princeton University student from Cleveland who was found dead, a woman found dead at an Akron apartment complex where high levels of carbon monoxide were detected, and charges against an Akron gas station cashier who shot and killed an innocent bystander. Plus, we hear 3News' Maureen Kyle's message to her father and retiring St. Ignatius high school football coach Chuck Kyle, along with messages from the producer and a star of Les Misérables, Gold Glove finalist Steven Kwan from the Cleveland Guardians, and more on 3News Daily with Stephanie Haney. Connect with Stephanie Haney here: http://twitter.com/_StephanieHaney http://instagram.com/_StephanieHaney http://facebook.com/thestephaniehaney Read more here: Princeton University student from Euclid found dead https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/local/cuyahoga-county/princeton-student-from-euclid-found-dead/95-820a38fc-2364-468b-a3d6-a3d425fd87b1 1 death reported after 20 apartments evacuated due to high levels of carbon monoxide at Timber Top complex in Akron https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/local/akron/timber-top-apartments-carbon-monoxide-evacuation-akron/95-7b27b7eb-49d9-40b5-9993-572911d1a7fc 5 people shot at Cleveland barbershop, 1 in critical condition https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/crime/5-people-shot-cleveland-barbershop/95-ca6bd6bb-ec9e-437d-b651-06416e187805 Store clerk arrested and charged after innocent bystander shot amid alleged argument at Akron gas station dies https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/crime/innocent-bystander-dies-akron-gas-station-shooting/95-5d38f239-57ec-4ce8-8ce0-2cd5178f0038 3News' Maureen Kyle shares special message to dad, the legendary St. Ignatius coach Chuck Kyle, before his final game https://www.wkyc.com/article/sports/high-school/hs-football/st-ignatius-football-coach-chuck-kyle-retires-daughter-maureen-kyle-family-memories/95-04ade34b-f029-4375-8fe6-f3be30b53103 'Cleveland is a great place to open a show': Theatrical producer Sir Cameron MacKintosh kicks off US tour of Les Misérables at Playhouse Square https://www.wkyc.com/article/entertainment/theatrical-producer-sir-cameron-mackintosh-kicks-off-us-tour-of-les-misrables-at-playhouse-square-preston-truman-boyd-insector-javert/95-30656fcf-2db6-4718-846f-d8813722dcac Cleveland Guardians' Steven Kwan scoops ice cream at Mason's Creamery https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/local/cleveland/cleveland-guardians-steven-kwan-masons-creamery-ice-cream/95-abc518a8-5a5d-4efd-8dd2-51cb92003b19 10 most haunted places in Northeast Ohio from Mansfield Reformatory to Franklin Castle https://www.wkyc.com/article/life/holidays/halloween/10-most-haunted-places-in-northeast-ohio/95-483971485 Where to see the coolest Halloween decorations in Northeast Ohio this year https://www.wkyc.com/article/life/holidays/halloween/halloween-decorations-northeast-ohio-2022-cleveland-akron-canton/95-fe4d3c5f-3d94-4d2a-a5c2-a8813efb21b2 Cleveland Metroparks opens new outdoor bike track, outdoor competition course and youth bike playground https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/local/cuyahoga-county/cleveland-metroparks-cliffs-bike-park-ohio-erie-canal-reservation-cuyahoga-heights/95-17a26b70-7b43-49ce-a91d-39ed23d39f8e Temple Emanu El in Orange hosts launch ceremony for new USPS Hanukkah stamp https://www.wkyc.com/article/life/faith/temple-emanu-el-to-host-launch-new-usps-hanukkah-stamp/95-d5580885-85db-4b5d-8291-515de8f13818

The Spotted Lanternfly won't leave us alone! So we all need to be on the lookout. In this week's Cultivating Convos, Dr. Constance Hausman, Senior Conservation Science Manager at Cleveland Metroparks, and Jonathan Shields, ODA Plant Pest Inspection Supervisor, go over not only how to ID these pests, but what to do if you think you see one.

Brian Zimmerman joined the Metroparks as CEO in 2010 and within those last 12 years the park district expanded significantly: the creation of the Lakefront Reservation and Acacia Reservation are monumental achievements, among others. In November, voters will be asked to approve a 2.7 mill levy, securing the operations revenue that supports the park district's essential services, programs and enhancements. Metroparks CEO Brian Zimmerman about the value parks create in our community and your tax dollars at work.rn rnProduction and distribution of City Club forums in partnership with ideastream is generously provided by PNC and the United Black Fund.

Metroparks CEO Brian Zimmerman speaks about the city's parks. Detailed show notes at https://www.ideastream.org/programs/city-club-forum/our-emerald-necklace-whats-next-for-the-cleveland-metroparks.

On this week's show, we have an Over-Achiever doing push-ups… We have Good News about beer. And we have 69 cent gas in Klopp's Klips. We will also visit with Cleveland Metroparks historian and archivist Judy McKeegan, and in our Cleveland sports history segment – we will learn some number news involving the Cleveland Indians and something sports teams and fans probably take for granted today. Audio Credits: Some songs have been edited "Happy Happy Game Show" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Fast Talkin" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "NewsSting" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Consequence" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Big Horns Intro by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Doh De Oh by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3666-doh-de-oh License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Super Circus by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4441-super-circus License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Artist: http://audionautix.com/ Investigations by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3924-investigations License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Industrial Cinematic" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Glee Club Polka by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3808-glee-club-polka License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Balloon Game by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3414-balloon-game License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Truth of the Legend by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4551-truth-of-the-legend License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license http://www.orangefreesounds.com/ Credit: Music: https://www.purple-planet.com Credit: https://www.fiftysounds.com

In this episode, Clint has a conversation with Brian Zimmerman, the CEO of Cleveland Metroparks. During their chat, the two discuss leadership strategies in a remote work environment, the importance of focusing on the long game in problem-solving, and the keys to putting together an award-winning team. Plus, Brian shares his personal experience of overseeing crowded golf courses and the birth of a baby gorilla during the Covid-19 pandemic.

We're nearing the end of the second season of HR Like a Boss, and to finish off this amazing season, we are excited to continue our series of interviewing the Willory team with Jenn Forgac! Jenn is an HR Generalist at Willory, with over 15 years of experience, and in the words of John Bernatovicz she is "one of the kindest and smartest HR professionals that I know." Hear her insights on hiring and recruiting, EQ, and all things HR on this episode of HR Like a Boss! About Jenn Almost since Willory's founding, Jennifer (Jenn) Forgac, PHR, SHRM-CP, has been a friend of the firm and officially joined Willory in September 2021 as an HR Generalist. For Willory, Jenn manages our internal talent attraction, onboarding, professional development, and student programs. For over 15 years, Jenn has worked as a HR generalist and business partner in organizations ranging from for-profit to non-profit, and small business to fortune 500 companies. She has a decade of HR leadership experience, primarily in the non-profit sector. Jenn graduated from Immaculata University in 2005 with a B.A. in Psychology and a minor in Business Administration. She continuously seeks out opportunities to learn and grow as an HR practitioner and is dedicated to creating great work experiences for everyone. Jenn earned and has maintained her PHR (2010) and SHRM-CP (2015) certifications. Jenn is passionate about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. She is a graduate of the Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio's LeadDIVERSITY program. She holds a Certificate of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace from the University of South Florida's Corporate Training and Professional Education. Originally from Wilmington, DE, she moved to the greater Cleveland area with her husband in 2012. Together they have two young children. When Jenn is not practicing HR, you will probably find her in the garden, jogging, or hiking trails in the Cleveland Metroparks. If you're looking to geek out about D&D and Star Wars, just ask Jenn! About HR Like a Boss HR Like a Boss centers around the concept that with the right passion to be and think different, HR and business professionals can do amazingly awesome HR. People who do HR like a boss understand business concepts, what makes people tick, and how to approach HR as more than a compliance or cost center. This podcast builds the foundation for John Bernatovicz's upcoming book, "HR Like a Boss." If you're ready to take your HR career to the next level, this is the podcast for you. Share any comments with bridgette@willory.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/willory/message

Friday, May 20, 2022: Ohio's JD Vance is among Republican Senate candidates to promote disparaged “replacement theory,” how people with trouble hearing can now communicate better with law enforcement, why Cleveland City Council is calling to change the name of FirstEnergy Stadium, what an NFL insider is saying about Jarvis Landry turning down a chance to return to the Cleveland Browns, and more on 3News Now with Stephanie Haney Need a break from bad news? Watch It's All Good (News!) with Stephanie Haney: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=07T_VoTwK3A Like this show? Check out the 3 Things to Know with Stephanie Haney podcast: http://wkyc.com/3thingstoknow Connect with Stephanie here: http://twitter.com/_StephanieHaney http://instagram.com/_StephanieHaney http://facebook.com/thestephaniehaney Read more here: Ohio's J.D. Vance among Republican Senate candidates who have promoted 'replacement' theory at center of Buffalo shooting https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/nation-world/ohio-jd-vance-republican-senate-candidates-promoted-replacement-buffalo-shooting/95-799c8d51-e398-40e4-8271-f1fd02a4c73a Ohio Sen. Sherrod Brown misses vote on Ukraine aid package due to health concerns https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/politics/sen-sherrod-brown-misses-vote-ukraine-aid-package-health-concerns/95-576a9df6-b862-4d17-9958-9be77c1536c2 2022 Cleveland police memorial parade and ceremony: Honoring and remembering fallen officers https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/local/cleveland/2022-cleveland-police-memorial-parade-service/95-53d01a14-888e-4a8a-b4f8-054c8ff6d3b6 Ohio creates new card to help communication between law enforcement and people who are deaf or hard of hearing https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/local/ohio/ohio-card-deaf-communication-law-enforcement-police/95-29f1a91b-b202-4787-80c2-62ad8814e461 Brother, sister ordered to pay $20K to Cleveland Metroparks after cutting down 200-year-old tree in Strongsville https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/crime/brother-sister-ordered-pay-20k-cutting-down-200-year-old-tree-cleveland-metroparks/95-7518e9bd-23c2-4dfd-8339-3703c412333a FORECAST | Weekend Cold Front on the Way! https://www.wkyc.com/article/weather/forecast/northeast-ohio-weather-forecast/95-99643b63-4b79-4d67-8d5f-7f54d07d30f0 Despite rising temperatures in Greater Cleveland, think twice before jumping into Lake Erie https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/local/cleveland/despite-temperatures-rising-greater-cleveland-think-twice-jumping-into-lake-erie/95-da6ee3a2-626d-4896-8fdd-7612df8ef874 First look: The new luxury apartments at 75 Public Square in Downtown Cleveland https://www.wkyc.com/article/entertainment/places/first-look/first-look-75-public-square/95-89004082-ebb1-4aaf-8cb7-dacecb408690 'This tainted company': Cleveland City Council resolution calls for FirstEnergy to take its name off of stadium amid $60 million bribery scandal https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/local/cleveland/cleveland-councilman-wants-firstenergy-take-name-off-stadium-amid-bribery-scandal/95-38d443da-2449-4c44-ab1e-c2537bfc6dfb NFL insider: Jarvis Landry turned down opportunity to return to Cleveland Browns https://www.wkyc.com/article/sports/nfl/browns/jarvis-landry-turned-down-opportunity-return-to-cleveland-browns/95-a753a585-d19b-4992-8d8b-a12763b674f7 Five Nights At Freddy's Haunted House coming to Medina this Halloween https://www.wkyc.com/article/life/holidays/halloween/five-nights-at-freddys-haunted-house-medina-halloween-2022-jurassic-mountain-family-entertainment-center/95-29120d45-6d58-4452-8eba-45fb0f72c808 3 things the Cleveland Cavaliers need to become contenders for the NBA playoffs next season https://www.wkyc.com/article/sports/nba/cavaliers/cleveland-cavaliers-needs-to-make-playoffs-2023-nba/95-247e230e-b562-4960-95b3-fb89cc60f7ae

New #TeesMe podcast episode alert with Jamie Taylor of Black Golf Directory What You'll Hear From passion to product, the Black Golf Directory - BGD Centralizing and uniting the Black Golf Community online Taking a step backwards, can be the pathway to greater opportunity The launch of BGD Job Listings, active diversity work - Golf ain't cheap, it's a down payment on a house High-Five Friday is the embodiment of “it takes a village” BGD Empowerment Academies - teaching what it takes to make it in golf Supporting the next great golfer, like Sisters Across America does Driving innovation in the industry, like Sports Agencies and the needs of an elite golfer Let's show them the money, write checks (or venmo/cashapp/zelle)“what really changes the game is investing in our youth” Jamie Taylor - Jamie's golf journey from Tennis to Golf, a family affair The business case for diversity in Golf - The impact of past messaging & the embedded mindset surrounding golf Real advice on profitability for golf course owners, the full experience matters (website, signage, practice areas) @girlscouts teaching us all the power of entrepreneurship - day to day staff grows the game of golf, the origin of JTMobile training Being an entrepreneur means learning to say no - Jamie's golf game and keeping up with her skills Most memorable golf story - her first golf tournament life lessons happen in golf CTA: put $5 on a future golfer for High-5 Friday ************************* What you should know: www.BlackGolfDirectory.com www.jtmobiletraining.com Mentions: @jtmobiledirectory @blackgolfdirectory @mostacksbirdies @orcabags @billDickey #manakikigolf @clevemetroparks @mountdoragolfclub @LPGAinternational @girlscouts ************************* BIO Jamie Taylor, LPGA, is an alumnae of Laurel School in Cleveland, OH. There she started her quest in growing the game of golf by starting the golf team her junior year. She was inducted into the Laurel School Sports Hall of Fame for this contribution. After high school, she attended Gannon University in Erie, PA, where she received a full ride to play on the women's varsity team. As the only African American in her conference; she served as captain her junior and senior year; was president of the Student Athletic Advisory Committee (SAAC); and received her MBA. Her career as an LPGA Teaching and Club Professional began when she was hired as the first female Head Golf Professional for the Cleveland Metroparks in Cleveland, OH. There she ran 27-hole and 36-hole golf courses. During her tenure, she created several women's golf initiatives which were recognized by the Ohio Parks and Recreation, Crain's Business Magazine, and the African American Golfers Digest. In 2015, Jamie decided she wanted to make a bigger impact on the golf community and moved to Florida, where she was the Programs Manager for the LPGA Foundation. In 2018, Jamie started her first company, JT Mobile Training, to help other golf professionals learn how to attract and retain clients of diverse backgrounds. In 2020, Jamie created the Black Golf Directory website and in November she became a full-time entrepreneur! Her number one focus now is to continue to diversify golf, as well as, use her skills to help in growing other industries. Listen on Apple, Spotify, Google https://anchor.fm/TeesMe #TeesMe #podcast #storiesNeedToBeTold #untoldStories #golf #femalegolfers #ladiesGolf #womensgolf #blackGolfers #blackGolfMatters #2022 #IN18 #IN18Ways #entrepreneur #diversityTraining #equity #inclusion #training #golfPro #youthGolfers #LPGA #Cleveland #blackGolfDirectory #legacy #JamieTaylorInvitational #yepIsaidIt --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Gina Walsh, Deputy Director of the Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust joined the AWF Union Podcast and spoke about a virtual conference for tradeswomen, designed to help them feel more empowered in the construction industry.     United Labor Agency Executive Director Dave Megenhardt also appeared on the podcast and discussed employment opportunities within the ULA and throughout the greater Cleveland area including the Cleveland MetroParks.  

This week we had the opportunity to with CEO of the Cleveland Metroparks, Brian Zimmerman. Zimmerman moved to Cleveland in 2010, and as a Cleveland newcomer, Zimmerman discusses why it's so important to learn about and connect with your community. Cleveland Metroparks Website: https://www.clevelandmetroparks.com/ Brian Zimmerman LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-m-zimmerman-34072b43 If you are looking to purchase or refinance a home, please email us at elevateclepod@gmail.com with the subject line “Looking to purchase/Refinance a home” or visit: Apply Here | Liberty Home Mortgage to apply! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevateclevelandpodcast/ Chris Doyle, NMLS #1738201 Dominic DiFranco, Jr., NMLS #1714628 Liberty Home Mortgage NMLS #11147622

Episode 24 of Good News in Parks from PlayCore and GameTime Special Edition: Leading With Equity Hosted by Jodie Adams and Anne-Marie Spencer Presented by GameTime and PlayCore Guests: Wendy Thomas, Assistant City Manager, Herriman, UT Brian Zimmerman, CEO Cleveland Metroparks, Cleveland, OH Sherisha Hills, Parks and Recreation, Tampa, FL

In 10 years under his leadership, the Cleveland Metroparks has twice won the gold medal from the Academy of Parks and Recreation for the best-run park system in the United States. CEO of Northeast Ohio's prized Metroparks, Brian Zimmerman joins host Dan Polletta to discuss the newest additions to the towpath and zoo exhibits, insight on the $873 million of economic impact tied to the park system, and growth plans to continue connecting Cleveland from east to west.

Monday, October 25, 2021: Brian Laundrie's parents will not hold a funeral for him, Ohio updates COVID guidance for schools, CVS will begin offering Moderna COVID-19 vaccine booster shots at all locations, why Kellogg's is facing a class action lawsuit over Pop-Tarts, what you need to know about a Christmas tree shortage, and more on 3News Now with Stephanie Haney. Need a break from bad news? Watch It's All Good (News!) with Stephanie Haney, every Wednesday: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OmB1DbJvlCA Like this show? Check out the 3 Things to Know with Stephanie Haney podcast: http://wkyc.com/3thingstoknow Connect with Stephanie here: http://twitter.com/_StephanieHaney http://instagram.com/_StephanieHaney http://facebook.com/thestephaniehaney Read more here: Brian Laundrie's parents not planning funeral for son, family attorney says https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/nation-world/brian-laundrie-funeral/67-2928fd67-f659-41e0-a8d2-deb14968874c Villa Angela-St. Joseph head coach Jeff Rotsky receives 3-game suspension from Ohio high school football playoffs https://www.wkyc.com/article/sports/high-school/hs-football/villa-angela-st-joseph-football-jeff-rotsky-suspended-recruiting-violations/95-8b177f70-db1d-4f12-b1df-c37a1aa713ef OHSAA football playoffs: Every 1st-round matchup involving Northeast Ohio high schools https://www.wkyc.com/article/sports/high-school/hs-football/ohsaa-football-playoffs-1st-round-northeast-ohio-high-schools/95-b72d7d0d-511f-4e5b-b8e4-7d2cba54488b Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony: Everything you need to know about the 2021 event https://www.wkyc.com/article/entertainment/music/rock-hall/rock-and-roll-hall-of-fame-induction-ceremony-guide-2021-cleveland-ohio-jay-z-foo-fighters-tina-turner-go-gos-carole-king-todd-rundgren/95-2db18a04-cc23-452f-808d-1f41a874b557 Ohio updates COVID quarantine guidance for schools: See the 2 big changes https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/health/coronavirus/covid-19-quarantine-guidance-schools-dr-bruce-vanderhoff-ohio-department-of-health/95-b7d64e5d-7346-4f15-822d-363df5cfffde COVID-19 in Ohio: State reports 2,325 new cases in the last 24 hours https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/health/coronavirus/coronavirus-numbers/coronavirus-ohio-updates/95-e2faeb56-d02a-443a-bcdb-141f2c7fafe8 CVS locations roll out Moderna COVID-19 booster shot nationwide https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/health/coronavirus/vaccine/cvs-locations-beginning-to-offer-moderna-covid-19-booster-shots/95-f145afb5-c69c-4397-96d6-24d2262d52d1 Kellogg's faces lawsuit over amount of strawberries in Pop-Tarts https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/nation-world/kelloggs-lawsuit-strawberries-pop-tarts/507-60f5b56f-4f7a-46c0-8428-b29cc304242c VERIFY: Yes, there is a Christmas tree shortage this year, here's why https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/verify/verify-yes-christmas-tree-shortage-2021-extreme-weather-drought/417-d94ced97-de99-4a76-9566-d3884011a32f Cleveland Metroparks announces return of Winter RiverFest at Rivergate Park and Merwin's Wharf this holiday season https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/local/cleveland/cleveland-metroparks-winter-riverfest-merwins-wharf/95-0d29fc63-71ea-42ec-a4cf-551e075231ca Lakewood's Jeremiah Fitzgerald crosses finish line 1st in 2021 Union Home Mortgage Cleveland Marathon; Ana Maria Villegas wins female race https://www.wkyc.com/article/sports/jeremiah-fitzgerald-lakewood-wins-2021-union-home-mortgage-cleveland-marathon-ana-villegas/95-49dc02dd-5785-4357-99cc-25b949a267c0

 Our conversation this week is with India Johnson — Founder of UAVistas.With a background in biology and computer science, India Johnson is an unmanned aerial systems pilot, entrepreneur, public servant, and geospatial developer. India is responsible for flying, processing data from, and maintaining the Cleveland Metroparks drone fleet flying. Applications of her work include natural resource management, planning and engineering projects, as well as marketing videos and stills. In her role as a geospatial developer for the Metroparks, she wears many hats from securing and maintaining servers, developing web apps, and writing code to solve problems.Outside of her work with the Metroparks, she's founded her own business, UAVistas, where she incubates different drone applications. Really enjoyed learning about drones and India's passion for them —  please enjoy my conversation with India Johnson!————Learn more about UAVistasConnect with India on LinkedIn————Learn more about Jeffrey Stern @ https://jeffreys.pageConnect with Jeffrey Stern on Linkedin or on TwitterFollow Lay of The Land on Twitter and on LinkedIn

One caller doesn't want her kids going to her parents anymore because they give them too much sugar. Our Cleveland Confessional is a pretty permanent one. We talk to Jacqueline Gerling from the Cleveland Metroparks about Trick-or-Treat at the zoo! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's show: We have two Misspeaks of the Week, so maybe one of them won't be from President Biden… In Cleveland Sports History, we remember a big win for the Indians – 67 years ago. We have Good News about the Cleveland Metroparks - and a woman in Maine who has been trapping lobster for a long time. In Klopp's Klips, a lawyer gets cited for disorderly conduct. We'll tell you why. Our Over Achiever this week has a big green thumb, and in Cleveland Chronicles we remember a downtown department store known for its 60-foot-tall Christmas tree. All that plus You Can Really Buy This, and we'll Get in the Ring with Steve Muehlhausen from DAZN.com to talk some boxing and some wrestling. Audio Credits: Some songs have been edited "Happy Happy Game Show" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Fast Talkin" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "NewsSting" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Consequence" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Big Horns Intro by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Doh De Oh by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3666-doh-de-oh License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Super Circus by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4441-super-circus License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Artist: http://audionautix.com/ Investigations by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3924-investigations License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Industrial Cinematic" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Glee Club Polka by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3808-glee-club-polka License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Balloon Game by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3414-balloon-game License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Truth of the Legend by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4551-truth-of-the-legend License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license http://www.orangefreesounds.com/ Credit: Music: https://www.purple-planet.com Credit: https://www.fiftysounds.com  

This is my conversation with Jamie Taylor, the CEO and founder of the "Black Golf Directory", a directory to find African American golf professionals, amateurs, juniors, and businesses. It's also the number one African American Golf Resource. Jamie has spent the majority of her life, playing or working in the game of golf. And she and I discuss the journey that the game has taken her on, the impact she's making on, not only black golf, but the golfing industry as a whole. About Jamie Taylor:Been Playing for over 30 years LPGA Certified Golf Professional CEO & Founder https://www.blackgolfdirectory.com/ (Black Golf Directory) - The #1 African American Golf resource CEO & FOUNDER, https://www.jtmobiletraining.com/ (JT MOBILE TRAINING) - A mobile training program for companies seeking diverse customers Lives in Florida Show Segments:[01:56] Who is Jamie Taylor? [02:31] Jamie talks about the grassroot organization that really got her hooked on the game "https://www.gcjgsf.org/ (Greater Cleveland Junior Golf Scholarship Fund)" [05:02] Hear Jamie discuss about becoming the first female golf pro at Cleveland Metroparks. And getting certified with the LPGA. [09:59] This is the point where Jamie shares, what it was like being the only black golfer, in the entire conference that her college played. [13:50] Jamie and I start talking about her game and the best score she's ever posted. [17:47] Learn about the "Black Golf Directory". What it is, Whom its for and why she started it. [28:20] Jamie shared information about her other company, "JT Mobile Training", A mobile training program that teaches how to attract and retain diverse customers. Jamie's Social Media:https://jamiegolf.com/ (Website) https://www.facebook.com/blackgolfdirectory (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/blackgolfdirectory (Instagram) https://twitter.com/bgolf_directory (Twitter) https://www.linkedin.com/company/black-golf-directory (LinkedIn) Next Episode:Make sure you tune in for the next episode, where I'll be speaking with Jessica Maceira, a weekend golfer who started playing in 2020 and has become hooked big time to the game.

Our conversation this week is with Brian Zimmerman — CEO of The Cleveland Metroparks. As CEO of the Metroparks, Brian is responsible for the management of over 24,000 acres of green space in Northeast Ohio including 18 park reservations, eight golf courses, and the nationally-acclaimed Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, roughly 1000 employees, hundreds of miles of parkways and trails serving roughly 40 million visitors annually. Brian has helped lead the Park District's highest rate of land acquisition under any Cleveland Metroparks leader in the park's 104-year history aside from the Metroparks' founder, William Stinchcomb. Under Brian's leadership, Cleveland Metroparks has been recognized nationally through several agency awards including the 2016 National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park Management by National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), the highest national honor in parks and recreation.It is quite awesome to learn about the history and diversity of all the work that goes into maintaining and preserving what so many of us here in Cleveland value and treasure in the nature afforded by the Metroparks. Please enjoy my conversation with Brian Zimmerman.————Learn more about The Cleveland MetroparksConnect with Brian on LinkedIn————Learn more about Jeffrey @ https://jeffreys.pageConnect with Jeffrey on Linkedin or on TwitterFollow Lay of The Land on Twitter 

Officials nix plans to create bike-friendly sidewalks on Lake Avenue in Edgewater. A wave of progressive candidates is running for Cleveland City Council. And FirstEnergy alerts customers to a potential hacking. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Data is a significant component to current approaches to marketing. Use it right and you stand to win. Use it wrong or ignore it, and you're falling behind the competition. Kelly Manderfield provides three tips on how to use data for messaging, branding and hiring. 

Former Ohio House speaker Larry Householder tells his colleagues say they should not oust him but finds them skeptical of his arguments, The legislation behind the viral anti-vax conspiracies that could put Ohioans' health at risk, Akron Mayor Dan Horrigan asks Sen. Sherrod Brown's committee for federal housing and infrastructure aid and Cleveland Metroparks' widening of Lake Avenue sidewalk to improve Edgewater Park access is a great idea, despite shrill pushback. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jay has new Star Wars fashion and lifestyle product finds just in time for May the Fourth and Mother’s Day. On this episode of the podcast, we discuss: Recent Star Wars candle acquisitions from TheNerfHerderCo., A dress with Ahsoka like markings, The “may the Forest be with You!” shirt from Cleveland Metroparks, May the Fourth attire from shopDiseny.com (including the t-shirt), The Holochess set from Regal Robot, The Mudhorn Signet wall-hanging also from Regal Robot, Ahsoka Tano dog collars, leashes, and cinch belts from Buckle-Down and Her Universe, New summer Star Wars products from PacSun, Han Solo in carbonite dishwasher door magnets from Magnasat, Mother’s Day cards from LovePop, Star Wars themed socks for Mother’s Day from Rock-em, Very cool action figure greeting cards from Retrogram, and Rebel mini backpack, zip-around wallets, and backpacks from Loungefly. Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

Over the past decade, Brian Zimmerman has led the renaissance of the Cleveland Metroparks.  He is one of the most influential individuals in the region and in his industry.  He is driven to stretch not only himself but his team to think differently on how to successfully manage, maintain and expand a park system even in these challenging times.  Take a listen and you will be truly inspired  by what Brian has to share about leadership, jobs, careers and making an  impact. 

Lake Erie Kayak Anglers Podcast Ep. 1 with special guest Michael Durkalec - Fish Biologist for the Cleveland Metroparks as well as a heck of an angler We are honored to have Michael Durkalec as the guest on our very first podcast! We discuss the fishery here in Northeast Ohio and discuss some of the most current topics, achievements, community events and fishing opportunities, as well as some areas for improvement. Michael Durkalec holds nothing back and willingly unloads some of his wealth of knowledge about this amazing fishery we all love. Special Thank You to Michael Durkalec for the opportunity.  Enjoy.

Cuyahoga County Executive Armond Budish and the County Council provide another $10 million to help people with their rent. Cleveland Metroparks moves closer to lakefront trail connection by placing first section of Wendy Park Bridge. Ohio Supreme Court orders Secretary of State Frank LaRose be deposed by Summit County GOP. NFL Draft impact seen as ‘blessing’ for downtown Cleveland bars, restaurants -- and a boon to local foodies, with food trucks, dining deals & more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's 3 Things to Know with Stephanie Haney podcast, Cleveland Clinic Children's pediatric psychologist Dr. Emily Mudd, PhD, explains why returning to in-person learning is so important for students, what parents should watch out for as everyone adjusts, and what long-lasting impacts might await children after nearly a year of isolation due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Plus, 3News reporter Lindsay Buckingham shares why Alpine Valley Resort and the Cleveland Metroparks are the winter fun family destinations you Need to Know in NEO, and to go along with that, Stephanie breaks down by the metroparks accounts are such A Good Follow on Twitter and Instagram. Watch this podcast on YouTube: http://youtu.be/lP2E_WKJoiQ Connect with Dr. Emily Mudd, PhD: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/staff/23833-emily-mudd Need to Know in NEO: Alpine Valley Resorts http: //alpinevalleyohio.com/ Need to Know in NEO: Cleveland Metroparks https://clevelandmetroparks.com/ A Good Follow: Cleveland Metroparks https://twitter.com/hashtag/TenToExplore http://Twitter.com/clevemetroparks http://Instagram.com/clevemetroparks Connect with Lindsay Buckingham: http://twitter.com/LindsayBuckWKYC http://instagram.com/LindsayBuckinghamWKYC https://facebook.com/LindsayBuckWKYC Connect with Stephanie Haney: http://twitter.com/_StephanieHaney http://instagram.com/_StephanieHaney http://facebook.com/thestephaniehaney

On this episode of Open Space Radio, we’re celebrating our birthday! We started Open Space Radio a little over three years ago, and while many of you may have heard us talk about the early days of finding our podcasting groove — with not a whole lot of podcasting experience to pull from — we like to invite you, our listeners, in every once in a while to reflect back on some of our favorite Open Space Radio moments from the past. And we’ve had a lot of favorite moments. Three years later, we still feel so lucky to be able to share with you the conversations we get to have with park and recreation professionals and other incredible people who are truly improving the quality of life for the people in their communities. Since we recently celebrated our official third birthday, we thought it would be a good time to look back on our three most-downloaded episodes to date and share some of our thoughts, as well as give you a bit of a preview of a past episode you may have missed! Tune in to the full episode below to listen to our reflections on the past three years and hear clips from these past episodes: 1:42: Episode 24, “How Risk Play Can Benefit Kids” On this episode, we spoke with Tom Norquist, president of the International Play Equipment Manufacturers Association (IPEMA) about how risk and adventure play is stepping back into the limelight and helping kids’ independence and creativity. We reflect on how this episode is still really relevant today – for one, because of the increased awareness we’re currently seeing around the need for outdoor recreation during the pandemic, and also because we recently worked with IPEMA on guidance for safely using playgrounds during the pandemic. 5:57: Episode 46, “Esports at the Rec Center?” On this episode, we spoke with Neelay Bhatt, vice president of PROS Consulting and past NRPA board member, about what esports are, their impact on parks and recreation and the potential opportunities they present. We reflect on how esports and virtual programming can bridge a gap and reach audiences that haven’t typically participated in traditional park and recreation offerings, and how esports are going to increase in popularity due to the COVID-19 pandemic. 12:48: Episode 61: “How Park and Recreation Leaders are Addressing Coronavirus”  On this episode, we talked with Jesús Aguirre, Superintendent of Seattle Parks and Recreation and NRPA board member, Brian Zimmerman, CEO of Cleveland Metroparks, and Adriane Clutter, Division Chief at Montgomery County Recreation in Maryland, about how each of them was responding to COVID-19 at the time (March 10, 2020) in their respective areas of the country. We reflect on how the stats for this episode are so shocking to look at now compared to when we recorded the episode – for example, at the time of recording for this episode, there were only 432 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the U.S., compared to the more than 5 million current cases. We also discuss our admiration for how well park and recreation professionals have pivoted to serve their communities during such a challenging time (be sure to also listen to the May, June and September bonus episodes for more on this). Thank you so much for your support and for listening to Open Space Radio over the years. We truly love being able to produce this podcast for you and can’t wait to see what the next three years bring! As always, if you have any ideas for future episodes, reach out! Send us an email at openspace@nrpa.org or connect with us on Instagram!

What's Trending--a look at the hot topics of the day including big changes in the Cleveland Metroparks to ensure proper social distancing. Make Us Feel Good--our heartwarming story of the morning featuring a boss who forgot she had downloaded funny filters on her video call app. Actor, singer, comedian and game show host Wayne Brady talks about the premiere of his new show, "Wayne Brady: Comedy IQ". Knuckleheads in the News--our weekly collection of news stories featuring some of the stupidest people on the face of the Earth.

What's Trending--a look at the hot topics of the day including big changes in the Cleveland Metroparks to ensure proper social distancing.

Brian Zimmerman, CEO of the Cleveland Metroparks, says he needs YOUR help to keep the parks open for all of us to enjoy!

Today we discuss the Winter Blues. We talk about what you can do to stay busy and active so you don't get depressed during the winter months. Show Notes:1) Discovery Education - https://www.discoveryeducation.com/2) Science Sparks - https://www.science-sparks.com/3) No Sweat Nature Study - https://ourjourneywestward.com/nature-study-book-list/4) Cleveland Metroparks Winter Activities - https://www.clevelandmetroparks.com/parks/visit/activities/event-activity-types/winter-activities5) Lorain County Metroparks Winter Activities - https://www.loraincountymetroparks.com/activities/#winter-activities6) Best Sledding in Northeast Ohio - https://northeastohiofamilyfun.com/best-sled-riding-hills-in-northeast-ohio/7) How to Love the Cold According to an Arctic Researcher - https://www.nbcnews.com/better/pop-culture/how-love-cold-ncna836206

Today we discuss learning outside of the classroom. We speak about the benefits of taking field trips, implementing nature day, and creating an environment where leaning takes place everywhere. We can't forget the world is an amazing place and our capacity to learn grows as we discover the natural wonder of the earth. Hope you enjoy. Show Notes: 1) Cleveland Metroparks - https://www.clevelandmetroparks.com/2) Cleveland Museum of Natural History Homeschool Programs - https://www.cmnh.org/learn/homeschool3) Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Homeschool Program - https://www.clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo/learn/educational-programs/educational-opportunities/homeschool-programs4) Cleveland Museum of Art - https://www.clevelandart.org/5) Handbook of Nature Study by Anna Botsford Comstock - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0801493846/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=nromeo-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0801493846&linkId=b2e901b24381f35b5a596f7fb7a7389b6) Exploring Nature with Children - https://raisinglittleshoots.com/buy-exploring-nature-with-children/

What's Trending--A look at the hot topics of the day including the latest trend in traveling: #Momcations. Comedian John Heffron is appearing at Hilarities this weekend. Make Us Feel Good--our heartwarming story of the morning featuring a school without a football team joining up with a school without a marching band. Greg Harris, CEO of The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, gives us the 4-1-1 on happenings at "The Hall". Majic Ways to Save--Matt Granite has a deal on a 4K, Ultra HD, Waterproof Sport Camera. Jacqueline Gerling, with the Cleveland Metroparks , talks about Brew at the Zoo along with other great things to do this fall in the Metroparks. Cleveland Bites--Doug Trattner, restaurant critic for 'Cleveland Scene', says fasten your bibs--Its Cleveland clambake season. Doug also has an update on the highly anticipated opening of the latest hot spot from Chef Jonathan Sawyer; and Hot Chicken Takeover opens next week at Crocker Park.

Jacqueline Gerling, with the Cleveland Metroparks , talks about Brew at the Zoo along with other great things to do this fall in the Metroparks.

This week's guest is coach, author and host of the Whole Athlete Podcast, Debbie Potts. We are going to be talking about metabolic efficiency, avoiding overtraining and performance in particular. Welcome to Episode #190 of the Mile High Endurance podcast. You are listening to your weekly connection to coaches, experts and pro athletes to help you reach your endurance goals. We are your hosts coach Rich Soares and 303 Chief Bill Plock. Thanks for joining us for another week of endurance. Thanks to last week's guest run and strength coach Tom Walker from InnerFight coaching. I've been doing the strength training that Tom suggested. Announcements: Go to MileHighEndurancePodcast.com, click on the "subscribe" button, and you will get the newsletter with show notes and all the links and articles sent to you automatically every week. If you love the show, please consider making a donation of any amount by clicking the PayPal donate button at the bottom of the Podcast page. If you are a coach or have something to share with an audience of endurance enthusiasts, please reach out and tell us about the topic you want to share. Sponsor - iKOR Labs: Today's show is supported by iKOR Labs. iKOR is a clean, natural source of recovery enhancing CBD that protects your body from the stresses of training, improves recovery from intense efforts and helps you maintain a positive mental state. The all-new iKOR Recovery Shot™ is our most complete recovery product yet. Formulated specifically to aid in recovery after hard workouts, our formulation combines clean vapor-distilled full-spectrum hemp extract with tart cherry juice, turmeric, ginger, ashwagandha, and other herbal extracts to support your body’s natural repair processes.   More natural than nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, more complete than plain hemp extract, and higher quality than most CBD products, the Recovery Shot™ is the ultimate athlete-minded solution for recovery and relief. Save 20% by using the code "endurance" at checkout. Go to www.ikorlabs.com for more details.   In Today's Show: Feature interview Don’t Fry Bacon Naked What's new in the 303 News Video of the Week Upcoming Interviews Sponsor - Riplaces: Our interview is sponsored by Riplaces. Riplaces are an elastic lace system that integrates a bungee loop with a plastic core to connect the loop in each eyelet of your running shoe. The bungees come in 5 sizes to achieve custom tension for the perfect fit. The bungees and the cores come in a variety of colors and styles to help you personalize your set. Or, you can choose the MHE logo package. Pro triathlete proven and endorsed, use the code MHE25 to get that 25% discount. Go to www.riplaces.com for more information, or go to the MHE Sponsor Discounts page by going to www.milehighendurance.com, or directly to https://www.riplaces.com/collections/mile-high-endurance Interview Introduction: Debbie Potts has been in the fitness industry for over twenty-five years and a competitive endurance athlete for twenty years. Along her journey, she has accomplished many goals including being nominated as one of the top one hundred best trainers in the U.S. by Men's Journal in 2004 and 2005 as well as participating in fifteen Ironman Triathlons - five of them were the Hawaii World Ironman Championship. Debbie has owned and operated her own fitness studio in Bellevue Washington since 2010 to offer an "all in one" fitness studio - now including The WHOLESTIC Method Nutritional Therapy program to transform the WHOLE person from the inside out. Let's get into the interview now with Debbie Potts.     Sponsor - Halo Neuroscience: Our post interview discussion is sponsored by Halo Neuroscience. The Halo Sport from Halo Neuroscience will help you learn the technique and form to get faster. 20 minutes of neural priming with the Halo Headset gives you an hour of neural plasticity to work and lock in the muscle movement that leads to strength, power and endurance. Use the code "MHE" at checkout to save an additional $20.   Video of the Week: 2018 Age Group National Championships Highlight Video             Don't Fry Bacon Naked: One of my most memorable training seasons was the year that I experimented with an online, off the shelf, plan. What was unique about this plan was it's emphasis on "quality" workouts instead of "junk miles". The theory being that the high intensity training is really where the value of training lies. The approach of the plan was for the athlete to spend a greater percentage of your training on high intensity and reduce the time consuming long workouts. This plan allocated very few days for recovery. In fact, I think it was three weeks before I had the first "recovery" day on my calendar. At about 9-10 weeks into the plan, myself and a couple of other friends that were doing the same plan all got sick. We were showing all the symptoms of overtraining. It took some adjustments to avoid additional overtraining that season. Since then, I have come to appreciate and respect the generally accepted 80/20 rule as espoused by every expert, coach and pro athlete that has been on this podcast. The theory with this approach is that 80% of training should be easy and is extremely valuable. It allows for the physiological adaptations for aerobic endurance and does not over stress the body, allowing for faster recovery to be ready for the hard workouts when they have to be done. Regardless of approach, overtraining is a risk. You can reach equally high levels of stress with a high volume of 80/20 training, and it's important that you allow the body to recover adequately between workouts and training blocks like the traditional 3 week mesocycle. Training Stress Balance Signs of Over Training Testing for Over Training   "What's New in the 303": Ironman Boulder 70.3, Chris Leiferman prevailed to take first place with a time of 3:44:32. The rest of the field included Kennett Peterson, 3rd, Andy Potts, 4th, Josh Armberger (Aus) 5th and Ben Hoffman 6th. Read more.   Key Points: Official high was 93, but my car read 100 Great participation with 2800 athletes and pros Interviews with…all going to Kona: Chris Leiferman Andy Potts Skye Moench Meredith Kessler Shout out to all of our friends who raced. A special shout out to those racing 70.3 for the first time, including an athlete that I coach, Matt Emmet Run course change seemed positive.     The 2019 Colorado Classic® presented by VF Corporation today released its most international and competitive roster of riders in the race’s history, including past Colorado Classic champions, Olympic medal winners and world champions. Read more.   Endurance News: USAT Nationals: USA Triathlon is heading back to Cleveland, Ohio, the "Rock 'n Roll Capital of the World!" The Olympic-Distance Toyota Age Group National Championship will take place on Saturday, Aug. 10 while the Sprint National Championship will occur on Sunday, Aug, 11. Athletes will swim in Lake Erie and bike and run along the lake shore overlooking downtown Cleveland. Participants of both races have the chance to compete for Age Group National Titles as well as spots on Team USA in 2020.   Water temperature at Lake Erie is currently 71 degrees Fahrenheit as of 8/7/2019. According to Article IV, Rule 4.4, the wetsuit rule is stated as follows: “Each age group participant shall be permitted to wear a wetsuit without penalty in any event sanctioned by USA Triathlon up to and including a water temperature of 78 degrees Fahrenheit.” Edgewater Beach Water Quality Update   USA Triathlon is aware of the recent rainfall in Cleveland that caused swimming restrictions at Edgewater Beach on Tuesday due to heightened bacteria levels. We are working closely with Cleveland Metroparks to monitor and test the water quality in Lake Erie on a continuous basis.     Form's Goggles: There are lots of smart gadgets that track running, but few track swimming — that is, if you’d like something that’s built for swimming first, as opposed to a device with swim-tracking features tacked on. Form, a new fitness company founded by former Recon Instruments employees, is looking to solve this problem with its first product, the $199 Swim Goggles. Read more.   Pickleball     Upcoming Interviews: Debbie Potts, host of the Whole Athlete Podcast and author of the book by the same title. Dr. Kirk Parsley, sleep specialist and former Navy SEAL returning to share some new information about the most effective recovery method - sleep.   Closing: Please support our affiliate brands that support the show and help you get faster! See the https://milehighendurancepodcast.com/sponsors page. Be sure to follow us on social media to get the show announcement each weekend, plus additional links to show content. We forward information related to our guests and provide teasers for upcoming interviews. Facebook @milehighendurancepodcast Twitter @milehighpodcast Instagram @tripodcasterrich YouTube Channel @Mile High Endurance Podcast We hope you enjoyed today's show. Please rate us on iTunes or your podcast player. Be sure you are subscribed in iTunes so you get the show automatically downloaded on Saturday evening and recommend Mile High Endurance to a friend. Stay tuned, train informed, and enjoy the endurance journey!

Episode 3 of The Guys in the Cheap Seats with Charles Campisi features Dr. Jesse Jones and Dr. Lori Long of Baldwin University. They are here to talk about the new Hospitality and Tourism major launching in Fall 2019 at Baldwin Wallace University. Dr. Long is the Chair of the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship and a professor of management. At Baldwin Wallace she instructs courses in management, ethics, human resources and entrepreneurship. Lori is also a Faculty Fellow in the Center for Innovation and Growth. Lori is also the President of LK Consulting LLC, a management consulting firm specializing in working with small and start-up firms. Dr. Jones is the co-founder of Adventure University, a partnership between Baldwin Wallace University and the Cleveland Metroparks, and has worked in the hospitality industry for several years, including stints in the ski industry in Park City, UT, as an outdoor adventure guiding in Jackson Hole, WY, and as a Japanese Travel and Tour Guiding. He was also a logistics coordinator for Jet Set Sports during the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, Utah. Please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Anchor, Stitcher, Podbean or wherever you get your podcasts. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Tracy has the hot topics of the day. Curtis Danburg talks about our favorite baseball team. Matt Granite has a nice luggage deal. William Geroux talks about his book "The Ghost Ships of Archangel". Cleveland Metroparks takes on Chip in Morning Show Feud.

Cleveland Metroparks is home to 18 park reservations, eight lakefront parks, 300 miles of all-purpose, hiking, biking, and bridle trails, eight golf courses, five nature centers and the nationally acclaimed Cleveland Metroparks Zoo.

On today’s episode, we’re talking about pet peeves. We know how much passion you have for your communities and careers as park and recreation professionals, but we also know that there’s always that one thing that continues to irk you. On our 25th episode, we asked you to let us know some of the things that you deal with in your career in parks and recreation that really annoy you, and you answered the call. We met up with a few of our listeners at the 2018 NRPA Annual Conference in Indianapolis to hear a little more about their park and recreation pet peeves, and while some of them are things you would probably assume park and rec professionals have to deal with, you might also learn a thing or two (we did)! Here’s a sneak peak at the pet peeves in this episode (listen to the show for more): Samantha Marsden, Central Park Conservancy (1:08) — “Being in New York City, one of my pet peeves is when people — they do it in parks, too, of course — is when they spit on the sidewalk. Any type of bodily fluid, I can’t stand it. It makes me want to gag, or puke, or something.” Brittanie Propes, Excelsior Springs Parks and Recreation (2:43) — “We bring our families out [to our public parks and trails] for a fresh air experience, and you really ruin it for us when you smoke.” Nancy Desmond, Cleveland Metroparks (3:13) — “There’s toxins in those cigarette butts, and it’s just not good for the health and wellness of the park visitors or the nature that it affects.” Trillby Berry-Tayman, Washington Township Park (3:37) — “When the community asks for a program, I find a sponsor to cover the costs, and then my community doesn’t show up.” Mark Foote, City of Chandler Parks and Recreation (5:23) — “Trying to take square millennials and fit them into our round holes. I think as recreation professionals, a lot of times we have this old-school way of thinking of taking these new kids and fitting them into our systems. We have to adapt to who these kids are.”

Jim DeFelice shares the fascinating true story behind the Pony Express in "West Like Lightning", Matt Granite has a pearl of a deal for Mother's Day, and the Cleveland Metroparks bring in a ringer for the Morning Show Feud!

Ralph Protano is the Trail Development Manager for the Cleveland Metroparks. Ralph is the guy with the vision and the knowledge behind the amazing trails in the best park system in Ohio and beyond. Ralph’s “tread lightly” approach is intuitive to the environment he calls his canvas and his experience working with national historic trails …

Kelly Manderfield talks about the Cleveland Metroparks' "Explore Your Parks" program, the hilarious Dan Grueter is appearing all weekend at Hilarities, Matt Granite has an amazing price deal on a television wall mount, Knuckleheads in the News, and haven't heard of Brett Tutor? You will--he's the newest carpenter on the "Trading Spaces" reboot

Today is March 15th, 2018, and it is Buzzard Day in Ohio. This state day celebrates the return of a buzzard to Hinckley Reservation at Cleveland Metroparks. Seen as a harbinger of Spring rather than of impending death it is nice to see a bird with a bad rap get celebrated sometime.This “What Day Is It?” episode was sponsored by Tax Act - go over to https://thetalkinggeek.com/taxact to file your basic tax return for free or get 15% off Tax Act Plus or Tax Act Premium for more advanced filings.

Today is March 15th, 2018, and it is Buzzard Day in Ohio. This state day celebrates the return of a buzzard to Hinckley Reservation at Cleveland Metroparks. Seen as a harbinger of Spring rather than of impending death it is nice to see a bird with a bad rap get celebrated sometime.This “What Day Is It?” episode was sponsored by Tax Act - go over to https://thetalkinggeek.com/taxact to file your basic tax return for free or get 15% off Tax Act Plus or Tax Act Premium for more advanced filings.

This episode of Wake Up Call was recorded live at the CreativeMornings Cleveland breakfast lecture about Curiosity, on February 16, 2018. Join us to explore the theme of Curiosity through conversations with Brian Zimmerman, guest speaker and CEO of the Cleveland Metroparks, as well as several attendees who share their thoughts on this exciting subject. Hosted by David Allen Moss, this show delves into the inquisitive nature of curiosity and how it impacts our creativity, productivity, and more.

This episode of Wake Up Call was recorded live at the CreativeMornings Cleveland breakfast lecture about Curiosity, on February 16, 2018. Join us to explore the theme of Curiosity through conversations with Brian Zimmerman, guest speaker and CEO of the Cleveland Metroparks, as well as several attendees who share their thoughts on this exciting subject. Hosted by David Allen Moss, this show delves into the inquisitive nature of curiosity and how it impacts our creativity, productivity, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kelly Manderfield is the Chief Marketing Officer for Cleveland Metroparks and leads all marketing initiatives across its 18 park reservations, eight golf courses, dining, retail, and a nationally acclaimed zoo. Manderfield is a critical member of the team that earned Cleveland Metroparks Best in Nation Gold Medal Award for excellence in Park and Recreation Management. Under her leadership, Cleveland Metroparks has developed and executed several transformative brand campaigns, including Cleveland Metroparks Come Out and Play and 100 Year centennial campaigns as well as the rebrand of Cleveland Metroparks Zoo bringing wildlife conservation to the forefront. As CMO, Manderfield has created a culture of strategic data-driven decision making to support the agency’s goals and initiatives as well as drive revenue. She manages overall marketing from end-to-end, including: communications, advertising, research, special events, event rentals, corporate partnerships, retail and visual communications. Manderfield has developed and fostered strong, mutually beneficial hometown partnerships, including KeyBanks revival of ZooKeys and sponsorship of the Centennial Fireworks Celebration that attracted more than 30,000 people to Edgewater Beach. Additionally, she helped secure Cuyahoga Community Colleges sponsorship and involvement with the popular Edgewater LIVE concert series. Prior to her joining Cleveland Metroparks, Manderfield was most recently Vice President, Senior Marketing and Strategist at KeyCorp where she oversaw national marketing programs, advertising and public relations campaigns. Manderfield received a Masters of Applied Communication Theory and Methodology from Cleveland State University and a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Bowling Green State University. She currently sits on the board of Burning River Foundation, which is dedicated to improving, maintaining and celebrating the vitality of our regional freshwater resources. What you’ll learn about in this episode: The five step systematic marketing process: insight, concept, design, launch, and review Using a brand equity study to assess brand awareness and see what organization challenges need to be solved for Bringing a brand with built-in equity to life Creating different campaigns and pitting them against each other to find the strategy that will bring the highest ROI Taking a campaign across all mediums so it resonates with the most people Preparing your staff to execute the campaign successfully (and why they need complete buy-in) Assessing the success of a campaign to learn what worked, what didn’t, and how the next version can be better How qualitative research can help inform quantitative research Using study data to figure out what’s important to your visitors (or customers) and planning work based on the data Why every problem that you’ll find from the brand equity study won’t be a marketing problem Figuring out your market position: something that really differentiates you When launching a new marketing initiative, how much gets unveiled on launch day and how much gets rolled out later? Involving your staff in the research phase so you know what they will be excited to market Eliminating bias from your research Ways to contact Lauren: Website: www.voxable.io Twitter: @voxable Twitter: @LaurenGolem A transcript of this episode is available here: http://systemexecution.com/5-step-systematic-marketing-process/