Podcast appearances and mentions of erie arts

The Executive Director of Erie Arts & Culture, Anne O'Dell, joined us on our Friday episode to review past year in the arts community, and what Erie has to look forward to in 2024.

THE JUMP:Ryan is sitting in for Dill as host again, and he's joined in the studio by Brent and Anna.We're joined in the studio by the Executive Director of Erie Arts & Culture, Patrick Fisher!Patrick is Brent's cousin, and they reminisce about Patrick being initiated into the family, as well as the drawbacks of living in a small town. How did he move away from the small-town roots and become who he is now?We talk a bit about the art community in Erie and how it's changed, and how he's helping that move forward. THE ATACOLYPSE FOOD TRUCK BEER SEGMENT:Pineapple Resin from 6-Point Brewery! Listen in to find out what the team thinks of it! Also, listen in to find out the answer to the most pressing question of our time: Where's the Conquistador?AFTER THE BREAK:How do you define community?Who's doing stuff in Erie? Patrick has his hand on the pulse of the city.============Do you feel like you aren't getting enough Idiotville? Check out our Patreon for BONUS CONTENT at Patreon.com/idiotvillepodcast(c) 2022 Idiotville Productions. This content may not be used without written permission of Idiotville Productions. ============www.idiotvillepodcast.buzzsprout.com www.patreon.com/idiotvillepodcast - It's back!www.teepublic.com/idiotvilleproductions============Our theme song is composed and performed by Warehouse 11: Guitars by Brian Blake, drums by Dave Blake, bass by Chris Owochttps://www.facebook.com/Warehouse11Band/ http://www.warehouseelevenband.yolasite.com/============www.idiotvillepodcast.comwww.facebook.com/idiotvillepodcastinstagram: idiotvillepodcastTwitter: @IdiotvillePods, @Idiotville_Dill, @BrentNLiberty, @AnnaHarvigson1, @RyanLouisTST, @TedBrogan2, @TheRealJakeNew1idiotvillepodcast@gmail.comJoin our Facebook group!Support the show

Flagship Stories welcomes Patrick Fisher, executive director of Erie Arts & Culture. Our conversation travels from Patrick's early concerts at Forward Hall and The Hangout, to his prior life in Alaska, to being a successful arts administrator in the region. As always, we end with his personal “Tour of Erie.” Flagship Stories is hosted by Chris Lantinen (Digital Media Coordinator, NWPA Innovation Beehive Network) and Nick Warren (Managing Editor, Erie Reader). We tell the essential stories of the Flagship City: Erie, Pennsylvania. Email us at Flagshiperie@gmail.com. Links Methodist Towers mural Andre Jones (Rabbit 3) Erie Arts & Culture Esther's Piñata Shop Purrista Cat Cafe Primo Tailors Kraus Department Store (part of "Tour of Erie") Patrick Fisher (40 Under 40) Career and Dreams — Erie Credits Host: Chris Lantinen Host: Nick Warren Music: Nick Warren Art: Scott Gladd Editing: Chris Lantinen Photo in Episode Art: Erie Arts and Culture

Our guest on the Monday edition of the Joel Natalie Show was Patrick Fisher, executive director of Erie Arts and Culture. Patrick joined us to discuss the 2021 United Arts Fund. Together with their Cultural Service Partners, Erie Arts and Culture has made it their goal to raise $750,000 collectively during this year's fund drive.

On our Thursday episode, we hosted a panel of representatives from ATHENA Erie: a group of professionals dedicated to inspiring women to achieve their full business potential. Joining us were Linda Stevenson, ATHENA Founder/Program Director; Marybeth Smialek, Panel Coordinator from FirstEnergy; Jan Stork, Events Leadership from Make-A-Wish; Patrick Fischer, Panel Adviser from Erie Arts & Culture; Nadia Shabanza-Pero, business owner of Blue Lily Home Staging & Design, Linda Breakiron, business owner of Breakiron Jewelers; Rachel Artise, business owner from THE UPS Store; and Erin Green of Verify Services.

Our Erie hosts welcome Corey Cook and John C. Lyons, two of the people working behind the scenes on the first season of this podcast. -- We're back Next Week with a preview of Season 02. -- Continue the conversation at https://msha.ke/ourerieseries This podcast is produced by John C. Lyons, Marty Nwachukwu, Davona Pacley and Lydia Laythe. Funding provided by Erie Arts and Culture. Music by Corey Cook. -- We appreciate you for listening to the Our Erie podcast. Peace. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ourerieseries/support

For Our Erie's first bookclub discussion, the group unpacked the historical nonfiction writing of William Loren Katz, "Black Indians," which details the intersection of Indigenous, African, African American, and bi/multi-racial people on the land now called the United States. Our Erie's hosts were joined by listeners who read "Black Indians" as well - Molly, Leatra, Madeline, and Buster. With several graduate degrees, a handful of children, and extensive professional & personal experiences with these topics, these guests brought complex, thoughtful, & diverse reflections on this (moderately) controversial book. -- We're back Next Week for our season 01 finale. -- Continue the conversation at https://msha.ke/ourerieseries This podcast is produced by John C. Lyons, Marty Nwachukwu, Davona Pacley and Lydia Laythe. Funding provided by Erie Arts and Culture. Music by Corey Cook. -- We appreciate you for listening to the Our Erie podcast. Peace. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ourerieseries/support

At this week's Erie School Board meeting, president Tyler Titus recommended the mascot for the Warriors be replaced. We unpack the issue and relate it to our conversation with Dr. Jolie in Episode 011 and Tuesday's upcoming discussion on the book "Black Indians." -- Interested in sponsoring Our Erie Season 2? Email us at ourerie@gmail.com Individual donations to Our Erie can be made through Erie Arts & Culture: https://pages.donately.com/erieartsculture/campaign/our-erie-season-2 -- We're back Next Week to unpack "Black Indians" with our Book Club. -- Continue the conversation at https://msha.ke/ourerieseries This podcast is produced by John C. Lyons, Marty Nwachukwu, Davona Pacley and Lydia Laythe. Funding provided by Erie Arts and Culture. Music by Corey Cook. -- We appreciate you for listening to the Our Erie podcast. Peace. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ourerieseries/support

Last week was quite ...something. We have a lot to breakdown, so this week, our guest is Dr. Rhonda Matthews Professor of Politics at Edinboro University. Listen and follow her journey from Los Angeles, to Mississippi, to San Franciso, and finally here in Erie, PA. What does Erie's culture look like compared to other regions? After a break, we talk about Black Mirror and last week's white nationalist insurrection in the US capitol. -- Interested in sponsoring Our Erie Season 2? Email us at ourerie@gmail.com Individual donations to Our Erie can be made through Erie Arts & Culture: https://pages.donately.com/erieartsculture/campaign/our-erie-season-2 -- We're back Next Week to unpack "Black Indians" with our Book Club. -- Continue the conversation at https://msha.ke/ourerieseries This podcast is produced by John C. Lyons, Marty Nwachukwu, Davona Pacley and Lydia Laythe. Funding provided by Erie Arts and Culture. Music by Corey Cook. -- We appreciate you for listening to the Our Erie podcast. Peace. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ourerieseries/support

The following are excerpts from the January 6, 2021 Erie City Council meeting. They have been edited for time. Listen to this before next Tuesday's episode, when we dive deeper into the issues presented in the meeting & other current events. -- First, you'll hear Councilperson David Brennan, addressing his nomination of Liz Allen as President and City Solicitor, Edward Betza, weigh in on procedure to vote for Brzenzski first and Allen only if Brzezinski does not receive 4 votes. You will then hear opening remarks from Councilperson Liz Allen before the vote on the resolution. Followed by the vote for Erie City Council President and Vice President. Then the meeting is opened up for CItizen's Remarks. And finally, closing remarks by new Vice President, Michael Keys, and President, Ed Brzezinski. -- Interested in sponsoring Our Erie Season 2? Email us at ourerie@gmail.com Individual donations to Our Erie can be made through Erie Arts & Culture: https://pages.donately.com/erieartsculture/campaign/our-erie-season-2 Register for the Wednesday, January 6th 8:30AM Erie City Council meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_5mjx3miOQu-NSIQjnZLnIA?fbclid=IwAR3td8kC2nWK8od7fCG6DPMbagMgHDvSg2G0byPQpTRfG7oXp79oL2d6neA -- We're back Next Week with a new guest! We're reading the book "Black Indians". If you're interested in reading and discussing with us on a January episode, sign up to receive a private invite: https://forms.gle/RdEZAEndrsEdf7Av8 -- Continue the conversation at https://msha.ke/ourerieseries This podcast is produced by John C. Lyons, Marty Nwachukwu, Davona Pacley and Lydia Laythe. Funding provided by Erie Arts and Culture. Music by Corey Cook. -- We appreciate you for listening to the Our Erie podcast. Peace. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ourerieseries/support

This week, Marty, Lydia and DaVona reflect on 2020, technology hurdles and Mayor Schember's goal to end racism in Erie. Interested in sponsoring Our Erie Season 2? Email us at ourerie@gmail.com Individual donations to Our Erie can be made through Erie Arts & Culture: https://pages.donately.com/erieartsculture/campaign/our-erie-season-2 Register for the Wednesday, January 6th 8:30AM Erie City Council meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_5mjx3miOQu-NSIQjnZLnIA?fbclid=IwAR3td8kC2nWK8od7fCG6DPMbagMgHDvSg2G0byPQpTRfG7oXp79oL2d6neA -- We're back Next Week with a new guest! We're reading the book "Black Indians". If you're interested in reading and discussing with us on a January episode, sign up to receive a private invite: https://forms.gle/RdEZAEndrsEdf7Av8 -- Continue the conversation at https://msha.ke/ourerieseries This podcast is produced by John C. Lyons, Marty Nwachukwu, Davona Pacley and Lydia Laythe. Funding provided by Erie Arts and Culture. Music by Corey Cook. -- We appreciate you for listening to the Our Erie podcast. Peace. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ourerieseries/support

This week, our guest is Mercyhurst University's Dr. Ed Jolie to discuss local indigenous history and modern concerns. Next Week our hosts talk Zoom culture, social media and what it means to "end racism" in Erie. We're reading the book "Black Indians". If you're interested in reading and discussing with us on a January episode, sign up to receive a private invite: https://forms.gle/RdEZAEndrsEdf7Av8 -- Continue the conversation at https://msha.ke/ourerieseries This podcast is produced by John C. Lyons, Marty Nwachukwu, Davona Pacley and Lydia Laythe. Funding provided by Erie Arts and Culture. Music by Corey Cook. -- We appreciate you for listening to the Our Erie podcast. Peace. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ourerieseries/support

This week, our guests are Amina Kranson and Makayla Alicea of the Green New Deal Coalition to discuss their presentation on concerns surrounding International Recycling Group's proposed plastics plant. The episode includes audio clips from the Community Roundtable on December 11: https://fb.watch/2z7c1EzbG9/ Next Week our guest will be Mercyhurst University's Dr. Edward Jolie. We're reading the book "Black Indians". If you're interested in reading and discussing with us on a January episode, sign up to receive a private invite: https://forms.gle/RdEZAEndrsEdf7Av8 -- Continue the conversation at https://msha.ke/ourerieseries This podcast is produced by John C. Lyons, Marty Nwachukwu, Davona Pacley and Lydia Laythe. Funding provided by Erie Arts and Culture. Music by Corey Cook. -- We appreciate you for listening to the Our Erie podcast. Peace. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ourerieseries/support

We're living in highly stressful times. Sometimes winding down takes some intention. In this week's episode, Davona, Lydia, and Marty share their self-care tips. [00:00:00] We introduce the Our Erie Bookclub, this month we are reading "Black Indians," and we shout out our top fans of the week. [00:02:16] We check-in with each other. Why are we talking about self-care? [00:32:47] What's your go-to song when you're trying to release some stress? [00:38:39} We list off our go-to self-care activities -- Next Episode: Tuesday, December 22, 2020, our guests will be Amina and Makayla of the Green New Deal Coalition to discuss their presentation on concerns surrounding International Recycling Group's proposed plastics plant. We're reading the book "Black Indians". If you're interested in reading and discussing with us on a January episode, sign up to receive a private invite: https://forms.gle/RdEZAEndrsEdf7Av8 -- Continue the conversation at https://msha.ke/ourerieseries This podcast is produced by John C. Lyons, Marty Nwachukwu, Davona Pacley and Lydia Laythe. Funding provided by Erie Arts and Culture. Music by Corey Cook. -- We appreciate you for listening to the Our Erie podcast. Peace. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ourerieseries/support

When the news requires an extra recording, we share our thoughts. Last week in Erie County, Dwyer Plumbing and Excavating left a transphobic message on a digital signboard in Waterford. The message was targeted at Pennsylvania Secretary of Health, Dr. Rachel Levine, and the newest restrictions regarding Covid mitigation. Next Episode: Tuesday, December 15, 2020, our hosts will be discussing self-care under quarantine. We're reading the book "Black Indians". If you're interested in reading and discussing with us on a January episode, sign up to receive a private invite: https://forms.gle/RdEZAEndrsEdf7Av8 -- Continue the conversation at https://msha.ke/ourerieseries This podcast is produced by John C. Lyons, Marty Nwachukwu, Davona Pacley and Lydia Laythe. Funding provided by Erie Arts and Culture. Music by Corey Cook. -- We appreciate you for listening to the Our Erie podcast. Peace. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ourerieseries/support

Our guest this week is the multi-talented, Mabel Howard. Plus we check in on the latest developments at Erie City Council. [00:00:00] We're back to unpack Councilman Ed Brzezinski's latest behavior: "Both sides are wrong on this thing..." and "I'd also like to tell Mr. Wertz to do his homework before he starts shooting his mouth off." Did Councilwoman Liz Allen receive an apology? Or did Mr. Brzezinski just "let off more exhaustion"? [00:25:37] Meet Mabel Howard, a woman who wears many hats, who started Cafe 7-10 to work with and honor her mother. [00:35:33] A large Erie family and working, from age 14, for people who aren't able to pay for health services. [00:46:55] Manifest. When preparedness meets opportunity, great things happen. [00:59:35] How can I help? [01:09:24] Marketing, grinding and Shark Tank's Daymond John. [01:15:39] The hosts rave about their sweets from Cafe 7-10 and we wrap up our time with Mabel. Check out Cafe 7-10: www.facebook.com/cafe710 -- Next Episode: Tuesday, December 15, 2020, our hosts will be discussing self-care under quarantine. We're reading the book "Black Indians". If you're interested in reading and discussing with us on a January episode, sign up to receive a private invite: https://forms.gle/RdEZAEndrsEdf7Av8 -- Continue the conversation at https://msha.ke/ourerieseries This podcast is produced by John C. Lyons, Marty Nwachukwu, Davona Pacley and Lydia Laythe. Funding provided by Erie Arts and Culture. Music by Corey Cook. -- We appreciate you for listening to the Our Erie podcast. Peace. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ourerieseries/support

This week we bring you the first part of our conversation with Karen Thomas, co-owner of Pineapple Eddie Southern Bistro. [00:00:00] We're reading the book "Black Indians". If you're interested in reading and discussing with us on a January episode, sign up to receive a private invite: https://forms.gle/RdEZAEndrsEdf7Av8 [00:01:30] Native New Yorker travels the globe and finds a home in Erie. [00:12:21] The vibe, the community and the cuisine. [00:26:32] Pushing the stool up for someone else. [00:34:12] Write it down. [00:41:08] The story behind the name: Pineapple Eddie. [00:44:00] Being True to yourself. Check out Pineapple Eddie Southern Bistro for yourself: https://www.pineappleeddie.com -- Next Episode: Tuesday, December 8, 2020, our guest will be Mabel Howard, owner of Cafe 7-10. We're reading the book "Black Indians". If you're interested in reading and discussing with us on a January episode, sign up to receive a private invite: https://forms.gle/RdEZAEndrsEdf7Av8 -- Continue the conversation at https://msha.ke/ourerieseries This podcast is produced by John C. Lyons, Marty Nwachukwu, Davona Pacley and Lydia Laythe. Funding provided by Erie Arts and Culture. Music by Corey Cook. -- We appreciate you for listening to the Our Erie podcast. Peace. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ourerieseries/support

Erie's dichotomy mirrors our nation's. Will we choose the well-traveled road of toxicity or build a new one, painted in beautiful, broad strokes by artists and educators like our guest, Ceasar Westbrook? [00:00:00] Is this 2020? Our hosts open this episode with reactions to how City leadership handled councilman Ed Brzezinski's disrespectful behavior last week. We aren't about to let our "welcoming" city off the hook. [00:26:34] Ceasar Westbrook on his journey to Erie, Pennsylvania, taking a chance in the arts and finding C-West. [00:39:38] Ceasar describes his artistic process and talks about some of his work. [00:47:11] Becoming a teacher: 10% of yes, instead of 90% of no. [01:02:09] What makes Erie yours? And initiation into the arts community. [01:13:22] Self-care and finding the strength to carry on. Support Erie-based artist, C-West, and check out his art at https://cwestcollections.storenvy.com -- Next Episode: Tuesday, December 1, 2020, our guest will be Karen Thomas, co-owner of Pineapple Eddie Southern Bistro. We're reading the book "Black Indians". If you're interested in reading and discussing with us on a January episode, sign up to receive a private invite: https://forms.gle/RdEZAEndrsEdf7Av8 -- Continue the conversation at https://msha.ke/ourerieseries This podcast is produced by John C. Lyons, Marty Nwachukwu, Davona Pacley and Lydia Laythe. Funding provided by Erie Arts and Culture. Music by Corey Cook. -- We appreciate you for listening to the Our Erie podcast. Peace. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ourerieseries/support

We're spending the full hour with Kristy Gnibus, Democratic candidate for U.S. House of Pennsylvania's District 16. [00:00:00] The amount of money required to run a national campaign, the campaign industrial complex and the results of the 2020 election. [00:13:44] The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC), Emily's List, monetary benchmarks and the grassroots grind. [00:27:08] Aren't we ready for something new? [00:40:00] Questions from our Listeners: campaigning in conservative counties, challenging & rewarding moments, and more! [00:55:25] The importance of the Why and starting to shift the narrative. Plus more listener questions! -- Next Episode: Tuesday, November 24, 2020, our guest will be artist, Ceasar Westbrook (C-WEST). We're reading the book "Black Indians". If you're interested in reading and discussing with us on a January episode, sign up to receive a private invite: https://forms.gle/RdEZAEndrsEdf7Av8 -- Continue the conversation at https://msha.ke/ourerieseries This podcast is produced by John C. Lyons, Marty Nwachukwu, Davona Pacley and Lydia Laythe. Funding provided by Erie Arts and Culture. Music by Corey Cook. -- We appreciate you for listening to the Our Erie podcast. Peace. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ourerieseries/support

Hold the tea, we're going straight for the wine in our Super-sized, post-Election special! [00:00:00] In our first segment, Marty, Davona and Lydia talk Wine, Coworking and Growing old. [00:31:01] In our second segment, we talk Presidential Election Results, Organizing, Creating space, Protesting and Identity. [01:13:08] In our final segment, Hannah Kirby joins us to talk about leaving a corporate career behind to build coffee shop, Ember+Forge, in downtown Erie, Pennsylvania. Plus we discuss the Protest Movement and events that transpired in Erie on May 30, 2020. -- Next Episode: Tuesday, November 17, 2020, our guest will be Kristy Gnibus, Democratic candidate for U.S. House of Pennsylvania's District 16. We're reading the book "Black Indians". If you're interested in reading and discussing with us on a January episode, sign up to receive a private invite: https://forms.gle/RdEZAEndrsEdf7Av8 -- Continue the conversation at https://msha.ke/ourerieseries This podcast is produced by John C. Lyons, Marty Nwachukwu, Davona Pacley and Lydia Laythe. Funding provided by Erie Arts and Culture. Music by Corey Cook. -- We appreciate you for listening to the Our Erie podcast. Peace. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ourerieseries/support

In this episode, Gyan Ghising joins us to talk about his childhood in Bhutan, exile to Nepal, journey to the arts and starting the My Way Bar and Grill in Erie, Pennsylvania. -- Don't miss Gyan's music video for "Goro Goro" which is featured in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=am2oxXQ4EaE Permission provided by Sahan Ghising -- Next Episode: Tuesday, November 10, 2020, our guest is Hannah Kirby, who left a corporate career behind to build coffee shop and downtown Erie social hub, Ember+Forge. In addition to her background, we discuss the Protest Movement. We're reading the book "Black Indians". If you're interested in reading and discussing with us on a January episode, sign up to receive a private invite: https://forms.gle/RdEZAEndrsEdf7Av8 -- Continue the conversation at https://msha.ke/ourerieseries This podcast is produced by John C. Lyons, Marty Nwachukwu, Davona Pacley and Lydia Laythe. Funding provided by Erie Arts and Culture. Music by Corey Cook. -- We appreciate you for listening to the Our Erie podcast. Peace. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ourerieseries/support

In this episode, Jay Breneman joins us to pull back the curtain on the political process and offer some election predictions. Topics discussed include: Voting, Local government, Why you should run for office, Ballot position, Hidden Costs and much more. -- Next Episode: Tuesday, November 3, 2020, our guest is Gyan Ghising - entrepreneur, musician and educator - to tell his story from Bhutan, to a refugee camp in Nepal, his life in the arts and journey to becoming a business owner in Erie, Pennsylvania. Marty and Davona also enjoy great food from My Way Bar and Grill. -- Continue the conversation at https://msha.ke/ourerieseries This podcast is produced by John C. Lyons, Marty Nwachukwu, Davona Pacley and Lydia Laythe. Funding provided by Erie Arts and Culture. Music by Corey Cook. -- We appreciate you for listening to the Our Erie podcast. Peace. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ourerieseries/support

In our first episode, listeners will meet the hosts of Our Erie: Davona Pacley, Marty Nwachukwu and Lydia Laythe. -- In future episodes, this series will bring citizens, entrepreneurs, activists, politicians, artists and thought leaders to the table for a frank discussion around societal issues facing our post-industrial city of Erie, Pennsylvania and the United States at large. Take a seat. -- Next Tuesday, October 27, 2020, we'll be pulling back the curtain on the political process and sharing our election day predictions with our guest, Jay Breneman. -- Continue the conversation at https://msha.ke/ourerieseries This podcast is produced by John C. Lyons, Marty Nwachukwu, Davona Pacley and Lydia Laythe. Funding provided by Erie Arts and Culture. Music by Corey Cook. -- We appreciate you for listening to the Our Erie podcast. Peace. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ourerieseries/support

Palm Springs brings much needed comedy to Jesse, John and Mike this week - and stick around for a conversation on Erie, film school and Amerimasala with Soraya Johnson, a Cinema Production Student and Erie Arts & Culture Teaching Artist in training. We also discuss the New Horizons summer [virtual] filmmaking program for teens. Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

From Adam Sandler and and the Safdie brothers comes "Uncut Gems," a critical darling seemingly fueled by anxiety about the high-risk, high-reward world of the New York City underbelly. In addition to talking the movie, John, Erika, Stew (live from a train!), and Mike talk with Kelly Armor, an Erie native, folklorist and teaching artist working with Erie Arts & Culture. Learn more about Kelly here. Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Brent N Liberty, Marty Balawkay, Ted BroganWe have in-studio guest Patrick Fisher, Executive Director, Erie Arts and CultureA discussion about the purchase of the former downtown hotel at 18th and state progresses into a larger talk about the development of downtown Erie as a whole, including where we've come from and where we're going with it. (Sorry for the jarring transition to the beer segment, there was a bit of a problem with the audio, and it was the only way to make the edit - Dill)The Beer Segment: (Dill and Marty in a pre-recorded segment from a few weeks ago)Galactic Broken Heels Hazy IPA by New Trail Brewing Co (xx/5) This one can be found locally at Harbor House and Discount Beer, among others. After the beer segment, our discussion with Patrick continues, breaking down what Erie is doing to move development forward and what barriers are in place to prevent that development. Also, what are we doing to overcome those barriers and fix the mistakes of the past?www.patreon.com/idiotvillepodcastOur theme song is composed and performed by Warehouse 11: Guitars by Brian Blake, drums by Dave Blake, bass by Chris Owochttps://www.facebook.com/Warehouse11Band/ http://www.warehouseelevenband.yolasite.com/www.idiotvillepodcast.comwww.facebook.com/idiotvillepodcastinstagram: idiotvillepodcastTwitter: @BrentNLibery, @ErieScastle, @TheRealJakeNew1, @Dill_spears, @TedBrogan2, @MartyBalawkayidiotvillepodcast@gmail.comJoin our Facebook group!Support the show (http://Patreon.com/idiotvillepodcast)

This week, we welcome Patrick Fisher, executive director of Erie Arts and Culture, while he then joins us for a discussion on being a creative in Erie. "Gloria Bell" will screen on July 17th, 2019, as part of the society's dinner and a movie series. Tickets Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

On our Friday program, we learned about the efforts to expand access to public art throughout the Erie region. We also learned about the major outreach initiative called New Horizons, designed to integrate public art into neighborhood revitalization. With us was Patrick Fisher, Executive Director of Erie Arts and Culture, and Thomas Ferraro, Erie Arts and Culture Board member, and Public Artist.

On the Wednesday edition of the Joel Natalie Show, we celebrated women in leadership in the private sector. The conversation emphasized networking and mentoring. Our guests included Linda Stevenson, director of ATHENA Erie, Heidi Parr Kerner, the "Queen" of the Coffee Club Divas, and Tiffanie Page-Collazo, the leader of the New Horizons initative at Erie Arts and Culture. We also welcomed Renee Swope in advance of her appearance at the Rejoice, Refresh, Renew Women's Conference March 16th, sponsored by our sister station, WCTL.

Listen to Lisa Thompson's Q&A with Patrick Fisher, executive director of Erie Arts & Culture. Read the condensed interview at https://www.goerie.com/news/20190120/art-as-change-agent

On the Friday edition of the Joel Natalie Show, we tried lighten things up as we talked about the quality of life that comes through our arts organizations. What we learned however, is that it is a major challenge to fund these important community assets. With us were Patrick Fisher of Erie Arts and Culture, Joshua Helmer from the Erie Art Museum, and Fr. Shawn and Almi Clerkin, a prominent couple in the arts community.