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On this episode of Catholic Forum, the second of a two part episode featuring Dr. Tyler Kulp and Deacon Vince Pisano who join the show to discuss the impact of their mission trip to Southern Kenya with Water is Life Kenya and how they hope the Diocese of Wilmington can continue to support this life-giving work. Read the "Kulp in Kenya" blog for more insights at thedialog.org and find out more about Water is Life Kenya (WILK) at https://waterislifekenya.org/ The complete video interview featured in on today's episode can be found on the Diocese of Wilmington YouTube channel: youtube.com/dioceseofwilm. As always, listen to the complete audio version of Catholic Forum on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio or Amazon Music podcasts. If you're in Delmarva or South Jersey you can also listen on Saturdays at 1:30 PM on Relevant Radio 640. Catholic Forum is a production of the Office of Communication of the Diocese of Wilmington (supported by the Faith and Charity Appeal!) Please like, subscribe and share.

WDMT weather alum - meteorologist Ulises Garcia, visited Delmarva last week, taking in some beach time, visiting with old friends, and even making an appearance at the Delaware State Fair. UG (as we call him) stopped by WMDT to record a special edition of Weather Wise with Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek, and he talked about what he's been up to since leaving Delmarva, including his latest stint forecasting in the heart of Tornado Alley!

On this week's Catholic Forum epsiode - another installment showcasing One Of Us from The Dialog to our radio lisenters on AM 640.  For this edition, Joe Owens interviews Porsha Harvey, Senior Manager of Basic Needs at Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Wilmington and Leslie Williams, who as this Summer, retired after many years serving as a coordinator for the Basic Needs Program. To learn more about Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Wilmington, visit ccwilm.org.   And if you have a suggestion for a One of Us feature - reach out to Joseph P. Owens, Editor and Manager of The Dialog at jowens@thedialog.org. As always, listen to the complete audio version of Catholic Forum on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio or Amazon Music podcasts. If you're in Delmarva or South Jersey you can also listen on Saturdays at 1:30 PM on Relevant Radio 640. Catholic Forum is a production of the Office of Communication of the Diocese of Wilmington (supported by the Faith and Charity Appeal!) Please like, subscribe and share.

On this episode of Catholic Forum, the first of a two part episode featuring Dr. Tyler Kulp and Deacon Vince Pisano who join the show to discuss the impact of their mission trip to Southern Kenya with Water is Life Kenya and how they hope the Diocese of Wilmington can continue to support this life-giving work. Read the "Kulp in Kenya" blog for more insights at thedialog.org and find out more about Water is Life Kenya at https://waterislifekenya.org/ As always, listen to the complete audio version of Catholic Forum on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio or Amazon Music podcasts. If you're in Delmarva or South Jersey you can also listen on Saturdays at 1:30 PM on Relevant Radio 640. Catholic Forum is a production of the Office of Communication of the Diocese of Wilmington (supported by the Faith and Charity Appeal!) Please like, subscribe and share.

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Sam Leppo are back this week to recap recent severe weather on Delmarva. A newly uncovered video of a tornado in Hurlock from the past weekend, and a rough evening of weather in Salisbury Tuesday night, Sam and Rich break down the setup and aftermath. And with nicer weather approaching, the timing couldn't be better to kick off the Delaware State Fair!

On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a News update from Joseph P. Owens, we're staying in the wayback machine to continue our commemoration of Bishop Koenig's 5th anniversary of episcopal ordination. Portions of this episode originally aired on July 17, 2021 and you'll hear portions of the ordination and installation mass that officially began Bishop Koenig's time as shepherd of the Diocese of Wilmington.  As mentioned in the episode, you can watch the complete livestream recording of Bishop Koenig's installation and ordination on our youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0l8ZXxYLmI. Please join us in prayerful thanksgiving for the example of discipleship and servant leadership of Bishop Koenig these last five years! Ad Multos Annos!  As always, listen to the complete audio version of Catholic Forum on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio or Amazon Music podcasts. If you're in Delmarva or South Jersey you can also listen on Saturdays at 1:30 PM on Relevant Radio 640. Catholic Forum is a production of the Office of Communication of the Diocese of Wilmington (supported by the Faith and Charity Appeal!) Please like, subscribe and share.    

Mike and Franklin discuss their recent trip to Annapolis, Maryland, and the Delmarva Peninsula, among other things home of the Delmarva Shorebirds baseball club.

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek is back this week with Meteorologist Sam Leppo as the next heat wave gets set to ramp up. With another big heat dome developing to the west, Sam and Rich discuss how this heat wave will be different from the last one. They look at when storms will potentially fire across Delmarva in the coming days as well.

On this episode of Catholic Forum we're jumping in the wayback machine to commemorate the fifth anniversary of Most Rev. William E. Koenig's episcopal ordination and installation as the 10th Bishop of Wilmington.  This week's interview features the first interview between former Catholic Forum host and Diocesan Communications Director, Bob Krebs and then Bishop-elect William Koenig a few days before his episcopal ordination on July 13, 2021.  Please join us in prayerful thanksgiving for the example of discipleship and servant leadership of Bishop Koenig these last five years! Ad Multos Annos!  As always, listen to the complete audio version of Catholic Forum on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio or Amazon Music podcasts. If you're in Delmarva or South Jersey you can also listen on Saturdays at 1:30 PM on Relevant Radio 640. Catholic Forum is a production of the Office of Communication of the Diocese of Wilmington (supported by the Faith and Charity Appeal!) Please like, subscribe and share.    

High electricity bills remain a front-burner issue for many Delawareans, who face rising bills with no end in sight.Just last week, the state's Public Service Commission approved a small interim rate increase for Delmarva Power that goes into effect this month while the PSC considered Delmarva's full rate increase request.This came on the heels of lawmakers passing a bill that sought to cap what Delmarva Power could recover for nonessential infrastructure spending, limit interim rate increases and require regular audits of Delmarva, and other utilities.Gov. Meyer hasn't signed that bill yet, but signaled he would. And Meyer has called out Delmarva throughout 2026 for being concerned more about profits than its customers.This week, Tom Byrne sat down with Delmarva Power Delaware Region President Marcus Beal to discuss these issues and the utility's response.

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek sits down with WMDT's newest Meteorologist Drew Wolf and talks about his journey to becoming a meteorologist and arriving on Delmarva.

Founder/President/CEO of the new NPSL franchise in the Delmarva Catena FC, Bryan Watson, stops by for a 1v1 on the announcement...We look at the build, the future, and the year of building toward a beginning next season

On this episode of Catholic Forum in commemoration of the Semiquincentennial of our country, after a news update from The Dialog, we'll take a listen back to Bishop Koenig's two homilies from the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage masses at St. Christopher's in Kent Island and at the Cathedral of St. Peter in Wilmington.  The National Eucharistic Pilgrimage concludes this weekend in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia and as we look back on the previous 250 years of American history and what may be possible in the next 250, there is no better time to remember that our faith in the real presence of Jesus in the Eucharist can sustain us and give us hope each day.    As always, listen to the complete audio version of Catholic Forum on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio or Amazon Music podcasts. If you're in Delmarva or South Jersey you can also listen on Saturdays at 1:30 PM on Relevant Radio 640. Catholic Forum is a production of the Office of Communication of the Diocese of Wilmington (supported by the Faith and Charity Appeal!) Please like, subscribe and share.

After nearly 3 years of working every shift, covering countless severe weather events, and then some, Meteorologist Erich Ahlf wraps up his final days with WMDT before making the next big step in his career. Erich reflects back on his time at the station and here on Delmarva, and shares what's next for him!

On this edition of Catholic Forum, Tyler Kulp, Associate Superintendent of Schools for the Catholic Diocese of Wilmington joins the show to discuss his upcoming mission trip to a remote region of Africa with with Water is Life Kenya. Water is Life Kenya was founded by in 2007 by Joyce Tannian, a native Delawarean and graduate of CDOW Catholic Schools. WILK is a nonprofit organization that brings clean water, sanitation, hygiene, income generation and hope to the Massai communities in Southern Kenya. To find out more about the work and mission of Water is Life Kenya visit their website: https://waterislifekenya.org/ To support Tyler's GoFundMe campaign to bring school supplies to the early intervention program he mentions in this episode click here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-dr-kulps-mission-to-help-orarait-school-in-kenya And to read more about Tyler's upcoming mission trip head over to The Dialog website: https://thedialog.org/featured/associate-superintendent-of-schools-tyler-kulp-to-lead-mission-trip-to-kenya-and-hes-seeking-your-support/  And, you can find out more about the Catholic Media Association Awards The Dialog staff received at this year's Catholic Media Conference on The Dialog website here: https://thedialog.org/our-diocese/the-dialog-earns-four-national-awards-at-2026-catholic-media-conference-in-atlantic-city-n-j/  As always, listen to the complete audio version of Catholic Forum on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio or Amazon Music podcasts. If you're in Delmarva or South Jersey you can also listen on Saturdays at 1:30 PM on Relevant Radio 640. Catholic Forum is a production of the Office of Communication of the Diocese of Wilmington (supported by the Faith and Charity Appeal!) Please like, subscribe and share.

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf are back this week to discuss the next surge of heat on Delmarva. With the heat comes a better chance at some much needed rain.

Episode DescriptionJoin Todd and Tony for another round of “social media therapy” on Day Drinking on Delmarva. This week, the guys dive deep into the changing landscape of digital marketing, the pitfalls of small businesses chasing “viral” trends, and the harsh realities of the modern internet. They explore everything from authenticity to why national marketing strategies fail local businesses. Stick around until the end for a much-needed mini-rant from Todd on why you should at least buy your local marketing expert a drink before “picking their brain”.Key Takeaways & Episode HighlightsThe Death of Local SEO & The “Liquid Death” Trap* The Brand Discovery Dilemma: Tony points out that we treat the internet like it is built primarily for national and multinational brand discovery.* The “Do What They Do” Fallacy: Todd and Tony discuss how marketing creators love to advise small, local businesses to copy giant brands like Liquid Death. However, applying a massive, edgy brand budget strategy to a single-location restaurant or a local funeral home simply doesn't fit the same category.Shift to Episodic Video & Content Programming* Titan Caskets & David Dastmalchian: Tony highlights Titan Caskets' successful YouTube show, where famous people are interviewed inside a casket. Even as a smaller niche brand, treating content like a scheduled television show works.* The Power of Structure: Todd discusses wanting to adopt this episodic, pre-production mindset for Dewey Raw to make post-production faster and build a stronger viewer habit.AI vs. Authenticity: The Rise of “Slop”* The AI Flyer Incident: Todd shares a recent story about a motorcycle club event that posted a flyer made entirely via AI. He argues that even using stock photos or clip art is better because it ensures a creative person gets paid and keeps the content feeling grounded.* The “Underpants Gnomes” AI Strategy: Tony calls out the myth that businesses can just “give a young kid AI” and expect the work of three professionals. He compares it to the South Park joke: Hire someone to use AI $rightarrow$Question Mark $rightarrow$Profit. It produces a ton of content fast, but nothing good.The Illusion of “Impressionflation” and Bot Views* Legacy Media vs. Digital Metrics: Tony references the old advertising quote: “I know half my advertising budget is wasted; I just don't know which half.”* The Bot Bubble: While SEO marketers promise millions of views, last year's massive ad scandals proved that a vast majority of those numbers are just bots cataloging videos.* Podcast Reality Checks: Podcasts offer genuine download metrics, which can terrify advertisers who are used to inflated Facebook or YouTube “views” where a user only looks for a few seconds.Going “Anti-Viral”: Marketing with an End Game* Local > Viral: If you are a local funeral home or neighborhood restaurant, you don't need 10 million views or followers from Bangladesh. You need the 20,000 people living closest to you to know, like, and trust you.* Authentic Local Content:Instead of chasing the latest trending TikTok song, local businesses succeed more by showing the chef, a bartender prepping real oranges for original orange crushes, or a funeral director being a real, honest human.Todd's Two-Minute Rant“If you want advice on social media and you want to ask your friend who's the expert, realize that their time is valuable … Buy a guy lunch. Don't cheap out on ‘I'd like to know everything you think about this topic' but want to just come meet on a porch.”Resources & Links Mentioned* Tony's Website: ondeathcare.com(All things funeral industry and the death doula movement)* Todd's Website: goodcleanfunlife.com* Podcast Recommendation: The Rebooting This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit daydrinkingondelmarva.substack.com

Episode SummaryHosts Todd DeHart and Tony Russo dive into a surprisingly lighthearted and deeply touching conversation about life, death, and everything in-between. Following the recent passing of Todd's mother, Polly Jean DeHart, the duo explore the complex realities of funeral planning, the unexpected humor found within the grieving process, and how a mother's overwhelming love can accidentally “ruin” a child's artistic angst. From alternative body disposition methods like human composting to the existential musings of retired ministers, this commercial-free episode is an honest, comforting, and occasionally irreverent look at saying goodbye.Never miss an episode of life, culture, and dark humor. Subscribe to Daydrinking on Delmarva on your favorite podcast app!Key Takeaways & Timestamps* The Unplanned Intro: Tony forgets to play the intro music, sparking a conversation on confidence, identity, and the history of Irish epic poems.* Honoring Polly Jean: Todd shares the logistics and emotional landscape of planning his mother's upcoming celebration of life.* Sarcasm, Dark Humor, and Grief: Finding the punchline in tragedy—Todd shares a poignant (and ironic) kitchen story from the day his mother passed.* Mastering the Ceremony: Todd details his role as the MC for his mother's reception and breaks down his opening line about being “addicted to her adoration.”* The “Good Mom” Dilemma: Tony and Todd critique the film Lady Bird and discuss why great art so often stems from childhood angst, leaving those with good mothers at a creative disadvantage.* The Business of Death Care: A look into the rising world of funeral celebrants, death doulas, and unique final wishes.* Green Burials & Human Composting: Tony shares his reporting on “Earth Funeral” and natural organic reduction, while the hosts debate the legalities of Viking funerals.* A Minister's Doubts: Todd reflects on a recent lunch with his father—a retired Methodist minister—and their discussion on Carl Sagan, atoms, and reconciling life after death.Links & Resources Mentioned* Good Clean Fun Life:goodcleanfunlife.com* On Deathcare:ondeathcare.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit daydrinkingondelmarva.substack.com

Bishop Tom Madden serves as Secretary General for the Church of God, following decades ofleadership in roles such as Administrative Bishop in North Georgia and Delmarva, andInternational Youth and Discipleship Director. Passionate about developing the next generation,he founded impactful programs like Winterfest and C2, a practical training program for youngadults who are called into ministry. He is a graduate of Lee University and PentecostalTheological Seminary and is married with two children and five grandchildren. Listen in as Dr. Madden brings us God's Word!

A few records have fallen this week as a short-lived May heat wave has had Delmarva baking as if it's late June! Meteorologists Sam Leppo and Erich Ahlf discuss the hot weather and when relief is set to arrive. As drought continues to worsen with the sunny and hot days, a shift towards an unsettled pattern brings hope for some much needed rain.

Delmarva Power Region President Marcus Beal and Rick Jensen talk about saving money on your bills, energy production needs and production misconceptions.

A slow moving boundary will bring chances for much needed rain for 2 days before the end of the week, marking one of the better opportunities for wet weather in the past few weeks. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf take a look at the increasing drought coverage across Delmarva and look ahead to the temperature outlook for the rest of the month.

In this installment of Day Drinking on Delmarva, Todd and Tony dive deep into the intersection of music, memory, and media production. They discuss the origins of Todd's business during the 2008 financial crisis and how a passion for capturing live music evolved into a 15-year career in storytelling. From the “Wild West” days of YouTube copyrights to the nuances of using AI-generated tracks versus licensed music, the duo explores how sound defines the atmosphere of everything from social media shorts to local restaurants. Key Discussion Points:* A Throwback to the Roots: Todd introduces the new “GCFL” swag—a logo inspired by the iconic CBGB design—and recounts how his business began by photographing bands in Ocean City around 2008 to stay social during tough economic times.* The Power of Evergreen Content: A look back at the Barrel Room Sessions at Burleigh Oak Brewery and how live music videos, like a decade-old cover at The Starboard, continue to generate views and local SEO value years later.* Music as a Filter: The hosts reflect on how music adapts to our personal moods, whether dealing with loss, a new job, or simply finding the right “Aesthetic Lo-Fi” to write to.* The Evolution of Music Licensing: Tony and Todd discuss the shift from purchasing music to subscription models and the rise of AI tools like Beethoven.ai for creating podcast intros and outros.* Studio Legends: Tony shares a recommendation for the documentary The Wrecking Crew, detailing the anonymous session musicians who played on the biggest hits of the 60s, while Todd mentions the mysterious, mummy-wrapped studio pros of Here Come the Mummies.Links & Resources Mentioned:* Good Clean Fun Life: GoodCleanFunLife.comFavorite Quote:“I saw once somebody say that the reason they became a filmmaker was because they just wanted to share their favorite songs with people... that has kind of been the cornerstone of what we do.” — Todd This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit daydrinkingondelmarva.substack.com

A bittersweet podcast this week on Weather Wise as we say goodbye to Meteorologist Jake Grant. After close to 3 years of waking up in the middle of the night to deliver the forecast on Good Morning Delmarva, Jake will be taking the next big step in his career! Listen to hear more about what's next for Jake.

In this episode of Daydreamin' Delmarva, Tony and Todd get into the weeds of “social media therapy” and the adventures of independent media life. Tony pulls back the curtain on his niche Substack, On Death Care, where he's carving out a space as one of the few journalists providing hard news coverage for the funeral industry.Plus, things get personal as Tony recounts a bizarre email exchange with a “real person” who might just be a dedicated stalker, and Todd shares how a new fisheye lens and collaborative energy are sparking fresh creativity for the upcoming summer season.Key Takeaways* Deathcare and Tech: For the first time, consumers can pick and pay for cemetery plots online a “buy now” button that didn't exist just a year ago.* Creative Sparks: Todd highlights how new equipment can break creative ruts and help creators stand out from “AI slop”.* The Perils of Pitching: Tony shares a cautionary tale about aggressive AI-driven marketing pitches and the strange, persistent world of internet “people.”Timestamps* [00:55] – Defining “social media therapy” and independent media adventures.* [01:24] – Inside the funeral industry: Substack, death care news, and the “boring” but fascinating business of cemeteries.* [02:46] – How funeral insurance actually works (and why New Jersey has its own rules).* [05:11] – The “Buy Now” button comes to the cemetery.* [06:20] – Upcoming trips and the limit-pushing comedy of Tig Notaro.* [10:10] – Equipment as a creative catalyst: The fisheye lens and food shoots.* [13:27] – Dealing with egregious AI marketing pitches and LinkedIn “stalkers”.* [17:53] – The perception of Substack: Platform vs. Publication.* [21:45] – Productivity hacks: Moving on from “Google Paint” to Canva. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit daydrinkingondelmarva.substack.com

It's rare to get a 90 degree day in April, but the latest stretch of heat may allow that to happen before the end of the week. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf look back at how rare this type of heat is for this early in the spring and how this will only further drought concerns across Delmarva.

On this episode of Catholic Forum, Faces of Impact in partnership with Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Wilmington returns with a continuation of the discussion on Msgr. Thomas Reese and the Annual Tribute Dinner. In this episode Abigail Klous is joined by Ellen Barrosse, a recipient of the Reese Award, to reflect on the importance of the Tribute Dinner in supporting the work of Catholic Charities. The Tribute Dinner is scheduled for Wednesday, April 15th at the Chase Center, you can get tickets and find out more about this year's Reese Award recipient, Stephen Hyde on the Catholic Charities website: https://www.ccwilm.org/events/cc-dinner/ On this special Easter episode, in addition to the Faces of Impact interview, and the usual news update from the Dialog, you'll also hear a seasonal Easter music interlude, and Bishop William Koenig's Easter Message for 2026.  As always, listen to the complete audio version of Catholic Forum on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio or Amazon Music podcasts. If you're in Delmarva or South Jersey you can also listen on Saturdays at 1:30 PM on Relevant Radio 640. Catholic Forum is a production of the Office of Communication of the Diocese of Wilmington (supported by the Faith and Charity Appeal!) Please like, subscribe and share.

On this episode of Catholic Forum Rev. John Klevence, Pastor of St. Ann's in Bethany Beach, DE joins the show to discuss the 5th Annual Reconciliation Monday Penance services taking place across the Diocese of Wilmington on Monday, March 30, 2026. Fr. John talks about the importance of remembering how much God wants us to be close to Him and how important it is for us to not be afraid that our sins are too much for God. He discusses the parable of the Prodigal Son and how delighted the father was to have his son return to him, saying it is the same for us each time we go to confession! You can find out more about Reconciliation Monday, including a location of a parish near you at cdow.org/reconciliationmonday. As always, listen to the complete audio version of Catholic Forum on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio or Amazon Music podcasts. If you're in Delmarva or South Jersey you can also listen on Saturdays at 1:30 PM on Relevant Radio 640. Video interviews featured in our broadcast can be seen on the Diocese of Wilmington YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DioceseofWilm Catholic Forum is a production of the Office of Communication of the Diocese of Wilmington (supported by the Faith and Charity Appeal!) Please like, subscribe and share.

On this episode of Catholic Forum Mr. Daniel Pin, Director of Youth, Young Adult, and Family Ministry joins the show to discuss the 15th Annual Catholic Youth Ministry Pilgrimage coming to Wilmington on Saturday, March 28th. Dan explains why pilgrimages are an important part of our faith and what to expect at this year's pilgrimage under the them: Maps of Grace /Mapas de Gracia. There's still time to register yourself or your family for the event, visit cdowcym.org/pilgrimage for additional information. As always, listen to the complete audio version of Catholic Forum on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio or Amazon Music podcasts. If you're in Delmarva or South Jersey you can also listen on Saturdays at 1:30 PM on Relevant Radio 640. You can watch video interviews featured in our broadcast at youtube.com/DioceseofWilm Catholic Forum is a production of the Office of Communication of the Diocese of Wilmington (supported by the Faith and Charity Appeal!) Please like, subscribe and share.

Coming off of a night of severe thunderstorms and tornado warnings, Monday night proved to be the first severe weather event of the season on Delmarva this year. Several areas experienced wind damage with the storms, including a few areas the National Weather Service will be surveying to determine if a tornado touched down. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant look at the event and discuss the mitigating factors that kept severe weather at bay earlier in the day and why the second round of storms ended up being the most severe.

On this episode of Catholic Forum, another episode of the Faces of Impact series in partnership with Catholic Charities. Abigail Klous is joined by Diocesan Archivist Susan Kirk Ryan to discuss the life of Msgr. Thomas J. Reese who built many of the programs we know today as Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Wilmington. To learn more about Catholic Charities and their work to to empower people, support families and transform communities by bringing God's message of love and hope to all, with a particular emphasis on the poor and marginalized visit https://www.ccwilm.org/. Information about the 2026 Annual Tribute Dinner and this year's honoree of the Msgr. Thomas J. Reese Award visit https://www.ccwilm.org/events/cc-dinner/ As always, listen to the complete audio version of Catholic Forum on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio or Amazon Music podcasts. If you're in Delmarva or South Jersey you can also listen on Saturdays at 1:30 PM on Relevant Radio 640. Catholic Forum is a production of the Office of Communication of the Diocese of Wilmington (supported by the Faith and Charity Appeal!) Learn more at cdow.org/catholicforum or cdow.org. Please like, subscribe and share.

With record breaking warmth spreading across the Mid-Atlantic and Delmarva, a potent storm system is poised to bring the first threat of severe thunderstorms to the region this year. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant look at the setup for storms and the big changes expected behind a strong cold front later this week.

Welcome back to Day Drinking on Delmarva. In this episode, Todd returns from a month-long hiatus in Florida while Tony shares major career updates and a deep dive into the business of death care.Episode SummaryThe “Snowbird” LifeTodd shares his experience spending a month in the Florida Keys, specifically Key Largo and Islamorada. After surviving a brutal cold snap on Delmarva, Todd spent two weeks relaxing by a canal-side pool. He notes the unique perspective of getting a “summer” experience in February, something local beach business owners rarely enjoy during their own peak season.Career Pivots and SubstackTony reveals he has quit his job to become his own publisher. He has moved his focus to Substack, launching a podcast series on the Ocean City Film Festival and a new niche industry project called On Deathcare. Tony discusses the early success of these newsletters, noting high open rates and the unique community growing within the death care space.The Business of DeathThe duo explores the “final act” of life through a capitalist lens. Tony shares insights from a recent survey by a death care lawyer:* Cremation Trends: While most people choose cremation, it is often their “second choice,” primarily driven by cost.* Alternative Methods: They discuss “aquamation” (alkaline hydrolysis), which is often restricted by protectionist laws in the funeral industry.* Gen Z Preferences: Interestingly, younger generations express interest in traditional state-style funerals and open caskets but are often resistant to embalming—a combination that presents significant logistical “unpleasantness.”The Digital “Condemned Building”They share a mutual exhaustion with Facebook, which Tony compares to trying to find a place for new graffiti in a filthy, condemned building. Both hosts emphasize moving their energy toward platforms like Substack and Beehiiv for more authentic connection and better business sustainability.Upcoming Delmarva Events* Ocean City Film Festival: Celebrating its 10th anniversary.* Oceans Calling: Tickets are on sale for the massive beach concert featuring a newly released artist lineup.* St. Patrick's Day: The Ocean City parade and Dewey Beach opening weekends (including the Starboard) are just around the corner.* Freeman Arts Pavilion: New stage construction is underway with a long-format video project in the works. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit daydrinkingondelmarva.substack.com

On this episode, Joe, Adam, and Rich get into movie star Joe Wilson's trip to the Delmarva region of the country to learn about all things muskrat. From cooking methods to local history to colorful local characters, Joe spins yarns, while avoiding quicksand. Give it a listen, it's a good one. #muskrat #delmarva #marsh #cooking #chitterlings #quicksand 

On this episode of Catholic Forum, Fr. Patrick Mary Briscoe, OP joins the show to discuss his new book "Witness: A Guided Lent Journal for Prayer and Meditation" from Ave Maria Press. Fr. Briscoe also discusses his work as the General Promoter of Social Communication for the Order of Preachers and experiences he had while visiting his brother Dominicans in Israel which gave him inspiration for this new book. This is only a portion of the interview with Fr. Briscoe, visit the Dicoese of Wilmington YouTube channel to watch the interview in it's entirety.  With a foreword by Jonathan Roumie, Witness is a great addition to your Lent or Holy Week routine and will help you understand the passion narrative in a more tangible way. Pick up a copy of Witness from Ave Maria Press here: https://www.avemariapress.com/product... (And watch companion videos for each week of Lent featuring Fr. Patrick.) You can find out more about the Order of the Friar Preachers by visiting https://www.op.org/ or https://opeast.org/. And you can follow Fr. Briscoe and a few of his brother Dominicans on their podcast, Godsplaining: https://godsplaining.org/. As always, listen to the complete audio version of Catholic Forum on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio or Amazon Music podcasts. If you're in Delmarva or South Jersey you can also listen on Saturdays at 1:30 PM on Relevant Radio 640. Catholic Forum is a production of the Office of Communication of the Diocese of Wilmington (supported by the Faith and Charity Appeal!) Please like, subscribe and share.

Today was a day to celebrate what God has been doing and what he will continue to do as we trust him. Delmarva Adult & Teen Challenge brought a message of hope to those who are hurting from the destruction of addiction. As you listen to today's message you will be encouraged by worship, testimonies and God's word to believe God can do miracles in the lives of loved ones and our own lives as we surrender ourselves wholly to Him.

Rivaling past blizzards on Delmarva, the Blizzard of '26 will be talked about for years to come. Highs winds brought down trees and caused power outages. Heavy snow bands dumped snow at rates similar to lake effect snow events in the Great Lakes. There was even thundersnow! Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant look at the data from the storm and discuss how this nor'easter was classic textbook in its formation and how this coastal storm impacted the entire region.

The Northeast faces the 5th weekend in a row with snow as a strengthening storm will deliver heavy snow, travel shutdowns and power outages from Delmarva to New York City and southern New England. Also, explosive wildfire growth fueled by 60+ mph wind gusts, low humidity and drought conditions has scorched more than 312,000 acres across Oklahoma and Kansas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a "Miller B" type Nor'easter crippled the east coast this past weekend, including dumping a mix of snow, sleet and freezing rain across Delmarva, another storm is expected to develop off of the coast this weekend. While the storm track is still unknown, Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf look at the latest data and talk about possible scenarios for Delmarva, including why this storm will be a different type of Nor'easter than the previous one.

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant are back this week talking all things snow. They take a deep dive into the data that's suggesting the arrival of the first significant winter storm of the season for Delmarva and why this could be a massive storm for many parts of the east and southeast regions. They also look at the next batch of arctic air that could be the longest stretch of deep freeze conditions Delmarva has experienced thus far this winter.

Meteorologists Jake Grant and Erich Ahlf are back for this week's episode of Weather Wise, recapping the beneficial rains Delmarva received over the weekend and the emerging trend to a colder pattern for the rest of the month. With the arrival of an arctic cold front Thursday morning, Jake and Erich discuss why a major storm was not able to develop to take advantage of the cold air to bring the area a major snowfall. 

We're back with the start of season #7 of the WeatherWise Podcast! This week Meteorologists Jake Grant and Erich Ahlf talk about the changing temperature trend to start 2026. With a break from the cold pattern we had for much of December, the focus is now on lingering drought and the opportunity for some needed rain this weekend. Jake and Erich also look ahead to later in the month for any potential surges of arctic air.

Toward the end of the show, we talk about putting this out before the new year. I regret the error. – Ed.In this episode of Day Drinking on Delmarva, Todd and Tony attempt a year in review, discussing the importance of marketing, the impact of AI on content creation, and their personal growth experiences. They explore the evolution of communication in the digital age, share insights from local culture and film, and emphasize the role of collaboration in creative projects. The conversation wraps up with aspirations for the future and a festive holiday greeting. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit daydrinkingondelmarva.substack.com

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf recap Delmarva's first snow event of the season and talk about the persistent cold pattern that may take us through the final days of fall. Also, they preview this year's Winter Weather Forecast Special, brought to you by Avery Hall Insurance!

In this episode of Day Drinking on Delmarva, Todd and Tony explore various themes related to podcasting, community engagement, and personal anecdotes. They discuss the importance of targeting specific audiences in podcasting, share their experiences with launching new projects, and delve into the art of engaging interviews. The conversation also touches on unique encounters during a recent trip to New Jersey and a scandal in the funeral industry, showcasing the blend of humor and serious topics that characterize their discussions.Newest episode of Dewey Raw Inaugural episode of Destination Delmarva This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit daydrinkingondelmarva.substack.com

So far this fall, it has been a pretty dry period for Delmarva. This week, Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf discuss the arrival of some much needed rain to the area. Also, they talk about a shift in the pattern to more chances for rain.

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant are back this week to talk about the first arctic cold snap of the season! Although not nearly as cold as arctic air can be in the winter, this pattern may reflect a sign of where we're headed as winter draws near. The cold air also brought the first snowflakes of the season to many locations near Delmarva...even south of the area!

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf are back this week talking about fall foliage, nice days, but also a quick downturn in temperatures. The first freeze may be on the way for parts of Delmarva as arctic air spills into the region by early next week.

As another coastal storm forms off the east coast, the setup for onshore wind, high surf and some tidal flooding is in place for Delmarva. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant dissect the situation and talk about why it's different from previous events. Also, they examine the impact that Hurricane Melissa is having on Jamaica and Cuba and how this storm has become one of the strongest on record in the Atlantic Basin.

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