Podcasts about Lehigh Valley

This week is like Christmas in June for me. I get to talk more about perimenopause--ya know how much I like to talk about that! The conversation covers the power of the big bad bit$h Estrogen and so much more about wellness for women. My guest this week is Lisa Rigau MS, BSN, RN, DipACLMHealth & Wellness Nutritionist and Certified Teacher of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, Healthy Lifestyle Management. Lisa tells us why a plant-based diet is healthy, how foods can affect our perimenopause symptoms like poor sleep and sweating, how to incorporate mindfulness into our lives and so much more to empower us to make choices that improve our health. Sign up for Lisa's newsletter, learn more about her services and contact her at her website: www.EatBreatheMoveLive.com Thank you to my podcast sponsor Reinvented Threads with Gabby Lynn. Gabby is creative, kind and makes beautiful eco-friendly fashion accessories including purses, hats and more. Visit her online store and learn where she'll be in the Lehigh Valley by clicking here. If you would like to support the content featured on Uncorked with Funny Wine Girl and help women continue to have a platform to inspire, inform and entertain, please reach out to Jeannine at Jeannine.Luby@gmail.com. Monthly podcast sponsorship packages are more affordable than buying a coffee a day outside the home. Remember that you can also show support by sharing the podcast on your social media and/or telling a friend, foe or anyone you know! Follow Funny Wine Girl Jeannine on Instagram and Facebook. I appreciate you from the bottom of my heart and the bottom of my wine glass.

On the latest electrifying episode of ‘The Lake Lewis Jr. Show', NFL and Washington Commanders Insider — and NFL TV Analyst for ABC and CBS — Lake Lewis Jr. breaks down the Commanders' ascension into his latest NFL "Power Five" rankings.Guest on the show, which airs Tuesdays on Radio One WOL 95.9 FM and 1450 AM out of Washington, DC, was former New York Giants WR and current team International Ambassador and NY Post Reporter - Brandon London.Also, the station Program Director and Drive-Time Show Host, Tom Fallon, from Fox Sports Radio in Lehigh Valley, PA.CrossOver Meats presents the show.Subscribe now on YouTube at @TheLakeLewisJr, or catch the show on the leading podcast platforms — Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Spreaker, Google Podcasts, and Pandora. The show can also be heard on the Radio One station WOL 95.9 FM and 1450 AM in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.For exclusive daily NFL content, follow Lake on all social media platforms: @LakeLewisJr.And don't forget to check out his expert analysis on ABC, CBS, Heavy.com, and SportsJourney.com.

This is the MiLB Show, right? With the Rafael Devers trade, MiLB Talk discusses some big league baseball. Jake even returns early to join Derrik and Hunter to talk about the whole situation, and the craziness of the last 24 hours. You might not want to hear it, and that's fair, but the return isn't completely useless. They discuss Hunter's trip to Lehigh Valley to watch Worcester. Portland finally has some hitting, and the pitching continues to dominate. Johanfran Garcia is back and made his High-A debut, while Eduardo Rivera and Payton Tolle terrorize hitters. Austin Ehrlicher had his best professional outing in Single-A, and a few hitters show up. Do they go over three hours? Yes. Sorry.Make sure to follow us on Twitter, @ThePeskyReport. We are officially a part of Beyond The MonsterTwitter: @BeyondtheMnstrSubstack: https://beyondthemonster.substack.com/ 

There is so much heaviness out there. It's hard not to feel almost buried by it some days. At least that's how I've felt over these past few days. With that said, I have experienced such positives personally in the past week or two that I feel hopeful, grounded and grateful. This week it's a conversation with myself--I'm talking about NEPA Gives that raised over a million dollars for nonprofits in my region; my Mom's 80th birthday celebration that was Simply the Best; and some upcoming comedy shows, mental health courses and forest therapy certification. Thank you to my podcast sponsor Reinvented Threads with Gabby Lynn. Gabby is inventive, creative, kind and concerned about our planet. She makes ecofriendly handbags, bucket hats, monster dolls and more. Visit her in the Lehigh Valley area at events or shop from her online store at Reinvented Threads.com and follow on Facebook and Instagram. If you believe that women should have a platform to share their stories and experiences to inform, inspire and entertain, consider becoming a podcast sponsor --it's an affordable way to support something good! Message Jeannine.Luby@gmail.com Follow Funny Wine Girl Jeannine on Facebook and Instagram.I appreciate you from the bottom of my heart and the bottom of my wine glass.

Today we finish up our rosary series that began with Episode 260. In this series, I've tried to show you how any mystery of the rosary can be applicable to your life's struggle. Whether you are drowning in debt, clutter or health issues or anything else that is weighing heavily on you, know that you can turn to the rosary for guidance and comfort.  In today's episode, we reach the final mystery. The fifth Glorious Mystery. The Coronation of Mary as Queen of Heaven and Earth. Mary knew that saying yes to God was not going to be easy but she played the long game. She kept her eye on the mission; Raise her son and bring all of us to Him. She did it!  You've been given your own unique mission here on earth. If something is standing in the way, declutter it now! You've got a mission to accomplish and there's no time to waste. What can you do today to begin to clear the clutter of your life so you are free to do the will of God? For in-person decluttering in the Lehigh Valley of Pennsylvania, please email me at: tightshipmama@gmail.com to schedule.  To join the private Facebook group, please click here:Facebook Group Do you want to join me live once per month? Sign up for the monthly newsletter for the date, zoom link and topic!Monthly Newsletter Summer is for my kids and camping so my 1:1 calendar is not available at this time. However, if you REALLY want a plan of action to tackle clutter this summer, just email me (tightshipmama@gmail.com) and let's see if we can work together via zoom.  May God Bless you, Gina    

What started as a holiday workaround turned into a nationwide tour that's touched hundreds of lives. In this behind-the-scenes episode, Lesley Logan and Brad Crowell share the unfiltered origin story of the OPC Tour. From cross-country van trips to pandemic pivots, their journey proves that big dreams are built on small, intentional steps. Tune in to hear how messy action, community love, and a little bit of stubbornness made it all possible.If you have any questions about this episode or want to get some of the resources we mentioned, head over to LesleyLogan.co/podcast https://lesleylogan.co/podcast/. If you have any comments or questions about the Be It pod shoot us a message at beit@lesleylogan.co mailto:beit@lesleylogan.co. And as always, if you're enjoying the show please share it with someone who you think would enjoy it as well. It is your continued support that will help us continue to help others. Thank you so much! Never miss another show by subscribing at LesleyLogan.co/subscribe https://lesleylogan.co/podcast/#follow-subscribe-free.In this episode you will learn about:How a simple book tour idea inspired a cross-country Pilates tour.Their first cross-country drive and unexpected Instagram interest from fans.The rough logistics and lessons from their 2019 tour across 8 cities.How COVID-19 disrupted plans—and why they still bought a van anyway.The importance of staying persistent and evolving with each tour.Episode References/Links:OPC Summer Tour - https://opc.me/eventsBalanced Body - https://onlinepilatesclasses.com/memberships/perks If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating and leave us a review on iTunes, Podcast Addict, Podchaser or Castbox. https://lovethepodcast.com/BITYSIDEALS! DEALS! DEALS! 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We wanted to bring the community together, and we wanted to get across the country. Lesley Logan 0:09  Welcome to the Be It Till You See It podcast where we talk about taking messy action, knowing that perfect is boring. I'm Lesley Logan, Pilates instructor and fitness business coach. I've trained thousands of people around the world and the number one thing I see stopping people from achieving anything is self-doubt. My friends, action brings clarity and it's the antidote to fear. Each week, my guest will bring bold, executable, intrinsic and targeted steps that you can use to put yourself first and Be It Till You See It. It's a practice, not a perfect. Let's get started.Lesley Logan 0:52  Welcome to the Be It Till You See It podcast with Brad as my guest. Brad Crowell 0:56  What? Who is here? Lesley Logan 0:57  Have we actually done it where you're my guest?Brad Crowell 1:00  Maybe. I mean, I've been on a couple of episodes where we've had, like, a group with some guests, but, like, has it just been you and I on them? Lesley Logan 1:07  But you're also, no, I don't think so. Brad Crowell 1:09  Maybe this is, I'm making a debut, people. Lesley Logan 1:11  All right, so here's the deal. We actually have to, like, do this as if I was introducing that episode, so that there can be an ad break. Brad Crowell 1:18  All right, go ahead. Lesley Logan 1:19  Hey guys. So today's episode is gonna be a little different, because, yes, as you heard, Brad's on the show, and we're gonna be talking a bit about the tour, and I thought it'd be really fun for us to actually take you back in the history of like, how the OPC tours started, why we do them, and just have some talk about the tour this week, because we're coming up on our eighth tour.Brad Crowell 1:40  I can't believe it's been eight. That's like mind blowing, actually. Lesley Logan 1:43  We're crazy people. Brad Crowell 1:44  Maybe a little bit, maybe just a little bit. Lesley Logan 1:46  Okay. So, Brad, do you remember when we did the first tour? Do you remember how the idea came to be?Brad Crowell 1:52  I do remember how the idea came to be. So you and I were in a coaching group, and there was another couple in the group who had written a book. They were very excited about this book, and they wanted to go around the cities and do a book tour launch slash hosting workshops while they were effectively selling their book. Lesley Logan 2:11  Yeah. And we were like, well, how can we go on a book tour? Because, I mean, yes, I have a book, but I didn't want to, like, go on a tour about the book. I was like, that doesn't really, I don't know if that's something I could do all the time. We're like, what if I, like, what, how can we go on a tour? And then, because you were a touring musician.Brad Crowell 2:25  Right, as soon as I, as soon as I heard them say that, and we started talking, I was like, we could just teach Pilates classes as we drive around on a tour. Like, hello. So obvious. Why did we not think of it before? Lesley Logan 2:37  The year, so we need to go back a year before that, Brad. So the only reason we actually thought we could do a tour in 2019 was because in 2018 I put my feet in the sand and said, I'm not flying home for the holidays. I'm not doing it. I love your family, but I can't do another flight. We've already done 150,000 miles of flying. I've been everywhere, and I hate flying at Christmas time. And also, for some reason, guys, LAX to Philly is almost impossible to find a nonstop flight. It's impossible to find a nonstop flight from Las Vegas to Philly, and so you have to fly red eyes, which is annoying because it's four and a half hours, not six hours, so you're not getting any sleep. And then you land there, and it's 11am somehow, and you're like, how?Brad Crowell 3:22  Yeah, you land at seven, by the time you get back to the house, it's 10:30, yeah, I mean, it's.Lesley Logan 3:26  Annoying. Brad Crowell 3:26  Not great. Lesley Logan 3:26  Anyways. Also, the last time we flew in 2017, I did finally fall asleep. And then, of course, the lights come on and they're like, is there a doctor on the plane? And I was just like, if they land this plane, if someone is not, of course, I want people to live. I'm not an asshole. But also I was finally asleep. So anyways, because we had done a cross-country tour. Brad Crowell 3:50  Trip. Lesley Logan 3:50  Trip, trip, in 2018. Brad Crowell 3:51  We just, we just rented a car, let's just go east, basically. And we didn't have an agenda other than we just had a couple of friends along the way that we were interested in seeing and saying hi to, and that was it. Lesley Logan 4:05  Just kind of based on, like, how many hours we thought, like, together we could drive. And, okay, that gets us here at night. And, oh, we have friends in St Louis. Okay, we can go here. So we have this tiny little car with the two dogs, and we drove. Brad Crowell 4:17  And we rented an SUV. But I was like, oh, you know, I don't need a, I don't need like a huge Tahoe or Chevy Suburban or anything. We could just get a regular SUV. It was so small, y'all. Lesley Logan 4:28  I don't know how they can call it an SUV. You guys, it was like, no, this is not an SUV. If you put a family of five in there, you couldn't have the groceries in the car, like it was so small. But anyways, it was just the two of us and the two dogs. And when we were on this trip, I was like, posting on Instagram, and this is before you really used Instagram for business, but I was posting like, oh, we're here. You know, I feel like, are you teaching here? And I was like, oh, people want us to teach here. I didn't know people would want your class on the holidays. So this had happened in 2018. Brad Crowell 4:56  That's right. Lesley Logan 4:57  Fast forward to October of 2019, and we are hearing this, and we're like, well, how can we do, so we had the, we knew.Brad Crowell 5:04  Kind of like had like I, like, we, we'd been prompted by our members from OPC, but that didn't actually turn into like we're going to do this tour thing next year, until this other couple was talking about their book launch, you're right. So, that was like, the second step to push us, if we're, like, to make it happen. Lesley Logan 5:21  Yeah and because we knew we could do the drive. Brad Crowell 5:22  Right, because we just done it the previous year, and we drove, you know, we drove both ways, you know, back and forth. Lesley Logan 5:28  Yeah. So we actually did the posters on the wall. I should have grabbed it for the visual, but we did, like, eight or nine cities, actually, we did on the very first we did Las Vegas. Brad Crowell 5:37  So that was 2019. Lesley Logan 5:39  We did Las Vegas, Denver, we did. Brad Crowell 5:43  Did we do St Louis? Lesley Logan 5:44  I don't know that we did St Louis. We did, no, we did Libertyville. So we did outside of Chicago, and then we did, like, some other ville, like, which was outside of Cleveland, but not Cleveland. Brad Crowell 5:55  Yeah, it was close to Cleveland, though. Lesley Logan 5:57  And then we did Lehigh Valley. Brad Crowell 6:00  Right, yeah, it was like, basically Bethlehem. Lesley Logan 6:03  And then we did Nashville, and then we did Atlanta. Brad Crowell 6:06  Oh, we did Nashville? Lesley Logan 6:07  Yeah. Brad Crowell 6:08  Oh. Lesley Logan 6:08  It was huge, like, 30 people, and that's why it's so, and people were like are you in Nashville, you guys are not, like, ever since then, not such a great follow up, you guys are not great. Love you. We want to go, trust me, we want to do Nashville. Um, then we did Atlanta, and then we did Austin, and then we did Phoenix. Brad Crowell 6:28  Geez, I don't even know how you remember these things. Lesley Logan 6:30  And then, I know, and then, and then, I don't know that we considered it part of the tour, although very much was. It was in January, we did Redlands, and then the world shut down. And then, so our first tour. Brad Crowell 6:46  We did Scottsdale. It was the last stop. Lesley Logan 6:48  Yeah, yeah, yeah. We did this really cool place in Scottsdale. Brad Crowell 6:51  Yeah. So I actually just pulled up the list. You nailed it, Vegas to Denver, to Chicago, which is Libertyville, to Cleveland, which is Strongsville, your second ville.Lesley Logan 6:58  I said it was another ville. Brad Crowell 6:59  I'm so impressed. Then Lehigh Valley, which is Bethlehem, and then Nashville, Austin and Scottsdale. Yeah. I am impressed. Lesley Logan 7:06  And then there was like, this little post tour stop in Redlands, which was not part of the tour. We added it in after the fact, but it was so fun. And it was like the true die hards, you know, the people who know the band before they make it to Coachella. It was like.Brad Crowell 7:20  Scottsdale was insane to me, that people even came out. It was like, negative 4 million degrees hot, and we had an outdoor venue. Lesley Logan 7:28  It was New Year's Eve. It was New Year's Eve at an outdoor venue. Brad Crowell 7:32  We literally had, like, it was, like, every three mats, there was a space heater, and everyone was like, oh my God, it's so cool. We're doing Pilates outside on January 1st. What are we doing? Lesley Logan 7:40  We all got warm enough, and it was super fun. And it was so great. Brad Crowell 7:44  It was so fun. Lesley Logan 7:45  It was sold out. It was such a great spot. And people, like, came from Canada, there, it was just like crazy. So, at any rate, it was so much fun, and we wanted new, we knew we want to do it again, but then, of course, the pandemic happened. But here's what got to happen, guys, so the pandemic happened, Brad and I still drove across the U.S., but we thought. Brad Crowell 8:01  I was just looking at the ticket sales, we had 133 tickets sold on that first tour.Lesley Logan 8:07  On the first tour, yeah. But we did that with a Tahoe, by the way. Brad Crowell 8:11  What, the second tour? After the first tour.Lesley Logan 8:15  No, no, we went to the Tahoe for the first tour. We went to the Tahoe. Brad Crowell 8:18  2019 yeah, you're right, yeah, because we knew that the tiny little SUV wasn't going to cut it, especially because we were bringing, like, stuff, and it was gonna be a little more of a robust tour. So we rented a Tahoe, and that was fine-ish, you know, it wasn't, it wasn't ideal, though, because, like, there was no real, yes, you could lay down on the back seat. We had this, the back, the middle seat was laid flat, but like, you know, it wasn't comfortable trying to sleep in the passenger seats sucks, like.Lesley Logan 8:45  Yeah, and also, you guys, we also, because we're going to places where we had clients, it wasn't necessarily places where we had friends, and so we were getting hotels. We had a hotel in Denver. We stayed in the financial district. Brad Crowell 8:57  Oh, I forgot we did. Lesley Logan 8:58  And then, in Libertyville we did stay at the host, like, basement, but Gaia had an accident. We're like, my God, we can't stay in people's houses, because Gaia's old. At any rate, it was really fun, and we, like, did it, but then with the pandemic, we obviously couldn't do it again. But what we did do during the year of 2020, was we actually bought the van, and because we knew we wanted a tour vehicle, and thank God we bought it, even though we weren't going on tour that year because they wanted to pay us what we paid for that van, like people were like, clamoring to get that van off our hands. But we got the van, you guys, we took it across the country in less than 48 hours. We drove from Las Vegas.Brad Crowell 9:34  That was 55 on the way home. Yep, 55 hours solid, from Philadelphia to Vegas. Lesley Logan 9:39  We, but on the way there, I don't think that van ever really stopped, because we tried to sleep in Vail on a mattress on the metal base of this cargo van. Brad Crowell 9:50  So okay, so here's what this looks like. We buy a cargo van. A cargo van is an empty box on wheels. Okay? And we bought the longest and the tallest, so it's 23 feet long, it's nine and change tall. And it's a big, it's a big, empty box. Lesley Logan 10:07  We've loaded it up. We have pictures of you and the empty box. Brad Crowell 10:09  The only thing that we did was throw things on the floor. There was nothing else in there. We literally had a mattress with six blankets on it, right? And then we had boxes and suitcases. Lesley Logan 10:21  Everything had to be tied on the walls. Brad Crowell 10:23  We took our, we took our, this is so fun, we raided our own laundry room because in the laundry room we have one of those wheelie situations where you could throw your dirty laundry, but then you could hang clean laundry up at the top. So I took that out of the laundry room, and I zip tied it to the wall of the van, bungee corded it to the wall of the van, and that became like, how did we store? How did we do our clothes, you know? So, like, that was our closet. Lesley Logan 10:49  It was crazy, because then we were driving back with all these boxes, I just felt like everything was gonna fly on us. Anyways, so, Erika Quest shout out to Erika Quest, she had a dream about us the night we were sleeping in Vail, because we're in the Walmart parking in Vail. So we pull into this Walmart parking lot in Vail, and I'm in the bed. Went into the six blankets. We got the three dogs. You're under the blankets. It's great. It's actually fine, because, like, we blasted the heat. Everything's fine. Brad Crowell 11:11  I mean, it was cold, like cold in your face, but it was like the mummy bags when you went camping as a kid. Lesley Logan 11:16  Yeah. So, so great. So anyways, we're halfway through the night, we're sleeping so good and then August stands up to turn around in the bed, and he basically just twists all the blankets off of us. And in that instant, you and I both were awake. Brad Crowell 11:29  I was so angry. Lesley Logan 11:29  And so angry and so cold. Brad Crowell 11:30  Because I had just gone to sleep. It was midnight when I pulled in, and then I was literally asleep for two hours, and then he pulled all the blankets off of all of us by twirling around. And I was so frustrated about it, and it was eight degrees out, and I was like, screw it, we're just gonna continue to drive to Denver.Lesley Logan 11:47  Erika Quest had a dream that night that we were cold. She had a dream that we were really cold. And I said, well, you don't have to worry, because Brad drove us to Denver, where it was a little bit warmer. Brad Crowell 11:56  It was 30 degrees in Denver, it was so much warmer. Lesley Logan 11:58  So much more tolerable to sleep in. At any rate, we, like, got across the country, and people are like, oh, I wish you were doing the tour. And it's like, yeah, well, it's COVID. It's very unsafe, we cannot do it. But we were able to plan how much driving is possible. What do we want to do, and how we want to do this. And then, we did in 2021.Brad Crowell 12:14  We suppose, oh, that was '21. Lesley Logan 12:17  Yeah. So then, 2021, we were vaccinated, we were ready. We planned this whole tour, but we planned a small one. It was actually, I don't think it was as big as our first one, because. Brad Crowell 12:28  No, it was only like. Lesley Logan 12:30  Seven cities or something like that, because we, we, I think our first stop was going to be Pennsylvania.Brad Crowell 12:34  It was Philly, New York, like, city, Atlanta, Miami, Dallas. We were talking about Providence, but we postponed it, so it was only five. Lesley Logan 12:45  It was really small. And we actually had to cancel Philly and New York City, because along the route, I was exposed to COVID. I didn't know that I had it. And thankfully, someone texted me, and everything was going crazy at the time that variant came up. So we still did the tour. It was quite small. The (inaudible) happened and. Brad Crowell 13:03  We have way more time at my parents house than we normally do.Lesley Logan 13:07  A lot of time it was super fun, but we knew we're like, like, we want these tours to be a thing. And I ought to share this with you, because when you're being it till you see it, way of doing things, this is how long goals can take. Brad Crowell 13:17  2018 was our first cross country drive. 2019 was the first tour, 2020 was canceled. 2021 was, was. Lesley Logan 13:25  Was already going to be a smaller tour, because of the pandemic. Brad Crowell 13:29  It was five stops max. Lesley Logan 13:31  And by the way, every stop we picked were like huge spaces that's why they were picked.Brad Crowell 13:35  Yeah, we actually picked large rooms. Lesley Logan 13:37  Huge spaces. The Philly one was like softball, baseball, indoor practice arena, it was like 3000 square feet.Brad Crowell 13:42  I think they only started vaccinating people a couple months prior. Lesley Logan 13:45  No, this summer we got vaccinated. Brad Crowell 13:47  It was the summer, yeah. Six months.Lesley Logan 13:49  Yeah, so, but there was the booster, and then there's the thing. Anyways, because it was the holidays, we wanted to be conscientious. We want to make sure people felt safe. So we're like, these studios are massive, and we're only filling half the spaces. So at any rate, we really kind of got sidelined on that first half of that tour, but we got to do it. We got to do the second half, and we got to do Miami, Atlanta and Dallas, but then we were able to meet up with Balanced Body in the march of the next year. We got to tell them what we were doing. Got to get them really excited, and that's when we actually got to actually start to make our tours even bigger and better and add the Summer Tour.Brad Crowell 14:25  So that was tour number four. Lesley Logan 14:27  Tour number four was our first Summer Tour.Brad Crowell 14:28  It was the first with Balanced Body. That was the first Summer Tour. And we've been telling Balanced Body about these tours from the beginning. Lesley Logan 14:35  October of 2019, I told them what we were doing, and Ken and Al were like, oh, can you put a Reformer in that van? Anyways, all this to say this was like years in the making. And we'll, and next episode, we'll actually go into a bit about, like, why we work with a sponsor, what our tours have like become because they are bigger. They used to be, like, two weeks long, eight cities, five cities, and then they became 14 and 18 and 22 and and now we're getting like, 800 people to come and some amazing things. Lesley Logan 15:05  I want to wrap this up with some, be it action items, because I think that that's what is really important. So you'll do some, Brad, I'll do some. We never get to do, but that's, this will buy me time, because I didn't prepare you for this. One of the best things I could say is take a note of when those little things go, oh, I want to do something like that, even if you're like, wow, that's crazy. Why would I even think of that idea? It's such a crazy idea. Pay attention to those crazy nudges and then make it something that's possible to do now, because a lot of people come with an idea, oh, I'm gonna go on a book tour and I'm gonna have sponsors, and have this, and have this. We literally had like, two prizes. We had no sponsors. Brad Crowell 15:44  Yeah, I think, I think you might have got called Toesox and, or, you know, like.Lesley Logan 15:48  Yeah, I called Toesox and Carbon38. Brad Crowell 15:50  And we just said, hey, can you give us some socks? That was the cool thing. We want to do a giveaway. Lesley Logan 15:55  We didn't have any paid sponsors. We didn't have local vendors coming through. We did not make anything bigger. Brad Crowell 16:01  We also didn't even know that that was what we should turn into. It was more like, initially, it was an excuse to not fly and drive across the country, and then it grew. And each tour became more complex. Lesley Logan 16:16  I think the Be It Action Item was like, don't over complicate something, just try the smallest version of the idea out that has the intentionality of what you want. We wanted to bring the community together, and we wanted to get across the country. And the original tours basically paid for the gas.Brad Crowell 16:32  Not even exaggerating, they paid for the gas. And the one hotel that we stayed at. Initially, that was the vision. It was literally like, how do we pay for gas? Oh, let's teach a class. Great. We made $200 on it, let's pay the gas.Lesley Logan 16:45  How do we make sure the holiday trip is a write off? Let's work a few to have, you, technically it's some work 50% of the trip, and then it's a write off. So make sure you talk to your accountant. But anyways, so my Be It Action Item is do the least complex version of the idea and see if you'd like it. Because each time we did the tour, we'd get from like Philly to Nashville in a night, that was insane we're like we're never doing that again. Lesley Logan 17:09  Like Texarkana or something weird. I remember that. Lesley Logan 17:11  Yes, and we've like 12 hours to get from Nashville to there. Brad Crowell 17:14  We drove 14 hours in one day. That was brutal. Lesley Logan 17:17  Yeah, that was brutal, because we had to teach so, so we learned from by making it not complex, we actually got to learn a lot more. That's really helped us. You'll hear about how the tours have changed. What's your Be It Action Item?Brad Crowell 17:28  Okay. So my Be It Action Item, with that, I was gonna say take messy action but I mean, that's, we're pretty famous for that. I think that persistency, you know, like we didn't know the studio owners that we were trying to teach at? It wasn't like we were calling our friends in random cities and being like, hey, can we teach there? We started just reaching out to people and saying here's what our idea is. Is this of interest to you? And it was because we were persistent that we even found a location. Because I remember it was like, No. It was like, oh, okay, all right. Well, I guess this is the wrong location. No problem. We'll find another. Because for us, we knew, okay, this is the right stop, you know, this is approximately when we would want to be stopping driving for the day, when we should be teaching somewhere near here. How do we find a spot? You know, and working backwards, there's some logic there. But also we still have to find the people. We still have to meet the people, and then we have to be creative with the marketing. I remember at first we were like, We don't know anybody in Libertyville, Ohio. How can we, you know, connect with people, or Strongsville, Ohio, sorry, yeah, you're right. And I remember we started using Instagram hashtags to just hunt down Pilates people in the area and just leave it in voice notes, like. Lesley Logan 18:45  That was very, we were very persistent. You're correct, very persistent. And then I think, just to tack onto that, and then we'll wrap this up, because we'll tell you more on the next episode, not being afraid of rejection. One of the things we had to do was, like, you're gonna have stops turn you away. Like, no, I don't want to do that. We had people go, why are you doing that? They were like, really sketchy about us. Brad Crowell 19:04  We just had it happen yesterday with our eighth tour coming up, where someone you know was like, actually, this is the wrong time of the year for my clients. So no, he's like, oh, okay. Lesley Logan 19:14  It's not personal,. All right, loves. Well, stay tuned for how these tours have gotten to be bigger and even better and better for you, and better for my sleep and all those things in our next episode. Until next time, Be It Till You See It. Brad Crowell 19:29  Bye for now. Lesley Logan 19:31  That's all I got for this episode of the Be It Till You See It Podcast. One thing that would help both myself and future listeners is for you to rate the show and leave a review and follow or subscribe for free wherever you listen to your podcast. Also, make sure to introduce yourself over at the Be It Pod on Instagram. I would love to know more about you. Share this episode with whoever you think needs to hear it. Help us and others Be It Till You See It. Have an awesome day. Be It Till You See It is a production of The Bloom Podcast Network. If you want to leave us a message or a question that we might read on another episode, you can text us at +1-310-905-5534 or send a DM on Instagram @BeItPod.Brad Crowell 20:13  It's written, filmed, and recorded by your host, Lesley Logan, and me, Brad Crowell.Lesley Logan 20:18  It is transcribed, produced and edited by the epic team at Disenyo.co.Brad Crowell 20:23  Our theme music is by Ali at Apex Production Music and our branding by designer and artist, Gianfranco Cioffi.Lesley Logan 20:30  Special thanks to Melissa Solomon for creating our visuals.Brad Crowell 20:33  Also to Angelina Herico for adding all of our content to our website. And finally to Meridith Root for keeping us all on point and on time.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/be-it-till-you-see-it/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It's no surprise that the Mediterranean diet was ranked as the best overall diet by U.S. News & World Report for the eighth year in a row. This style of eating focuses more on fueling your body with the right foods and enjoying healthy meals with others rather than following a restrictive plan.  Listen to the latest episode of The Healthiest You podcast, where we talk about the Mediterranean diet with dietitian Alexa Roseberry with Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN), part of Jefferson Health.  Can following the Mediterranean diet make you live longer? What if you don't like fish and you aren't a fan of vegetables? How can you make healthier choices going out to eat? Which one is better – the Mediterranean diet or the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet? Are there ways to stop the post-lunch slump? We answer these questions and more on The Healthiest You podcast this month.Chapters:     · 0:01 - Intro     · 1:13 - About the Mediterranean diet     · 3:54 - Mediterranean diet pyramid     · 6:41 - Meals with others     · 10:05 - If you don't like fish or vegetables     · 12:01 - Healthy fats     · 17:14 - Meal ideas     · 18:49 - Snack ideas     · 21:12 - Dessert ideas     · 24:41 - Budget and meal planning tips     · 30:48 - Live longer on the Mediterranean diet     · 34:54 - Daily fiber intake     · 35:32 - Mediterranean diet and PCOS     · 36:42 - DASH diet vs. Mediterranean diet     · 38:52 - High-protein, low-carb diet     · 41:26 - Nutrition tips if you've had a colectomy and have an ileostomy      · 44:03 - Gaining strength back after surgery     · 47:45 - Signs you're not eating enough protein     · 49:44 - How to make healthier choices at restaurants      · 52:38 - Stop the post-lunch slump     · 54:30 - Nutrition advice

Get More LVWITHLOVE Content at LVwithLOVE.com The SouthSide Film Festival is proud to present Rooted — a new documentary tracing 50 years of creative life in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. In this episode, George Wacker sits down with three of the artists featured in the film: Bill George of Touchstone Theatre, Doug Roysdon of Mock Turtle Marionette Theatre, and Dave Fry of Godfrey Daniels. Together, they reflect on what it means to create and collaborate in a post-industrial city shaped by both hardship and hope. We talk about the early days of the Lehigh Valley arts scene, the personal and cultural challenges that defined their work, and how a community of artists helped transform Bethlehem from a steel town into a space for bold, grassroots creativity. Rooted Screening: Sunday, June 15, 2025 at 2:00 PM Location: Baker Hall at Zoellner Arts Center Tickets: Get them here Listen to the podcast: www.lehighvalleywithlovemedia.com/podcast/rooted Southside Film Festival Dates: June 10–14, 2025 (with a showing of Rooted on the 15th!) Locations: Cathedral Church of the Nativity, Touchstone Theatre, PBS39, and more Info & Tickets: ssff.org Watch Episode Thank you to our Partners! L.L. Bean Outdoor Discovery Programs WDIY Lehigh Valley Health Network Wind Creek Event Center Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate Molly’s Irish Grille & Sports Pub Banko Beverage Company

Get More LVWITHLOVE Content at LVwithLOVE.com The SouthSide Film Festival is turning 21 — and it's still one of the Lehigh Valley's most vibrant, volunteer-driven cultural events. In this episode, George Wacker sits down with Festival Director Jen Cotto and longtime jury member Ben Bertalan to talk about the grassroots origins of the fest, how they choose which films to feature (“Would you pay $10 to see it?”), and what makes this year's event more international and community-driven than ever. We get into past favorites like Tucker & Dale vs. Evil, this year's picks like 25 Cats from Qatar and 40 Watts from Nowhere, and how the SouthSide Film Festival remains a celebration of weird, wonderful cinema — built by and for the Lehigh Valley. Festival Dates: June 10–14, 2025 (with a showing of Rooted on the 15th!) Locations: Cathedral Church of the Nativity, Touchstone Theatre, PBS39, and more Info & Tickets: ssff.org Watch Episode https://youtu.be/wErRTUrvj1Y Thank you to our Partners! L.L. Bean Outdoor Discovery Programs WDIY Lehigh Valley Health Network Wind Creek Event Center Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate Molly’s Irish Grille & Sports Pub Banko Beverage Company SouthSide Film Festival Turns 21 and Stays Purely Indie The SouthSide Film Festival returns June 10 through 14 in South Bethlehem. In this episode of Lehigh Valley with Love, host George Wacker talks with Festival Director Jen Cotto and longtime jury member Ben Bertalan about what makes this grassroots, international film event so unique. It began as a casual idea between friends at a coffee shop. Two decades later, it has become a fully independent, volunteer-powered celebration of independent film with global reach and deep local roots. “We are an international film festival. We have films from Qatar and Cyprus this year. Ireland. Almost every state in the United States.” — Jen Cotto What Makes a SouthSide Film? Each year, the jury screens hundreds of submissions. Films come through FilmFreeway, and the process begins in the fall. “We start meeting in September through April. We sit and we watch these films and we say, would we suggest people spend $10 to see this?” — Jen Cotto That simple question shapes every selection. Jury members consider story, plot, acting, technical quality, and whether the film offers something worth an audience’s time and money. A Festival Built on Volunteer Power SouthSide Film Festival has no corporate sponsors or large institutional backers. It operates on community energy and independence. “We are not affiliated with any other nonprofit in the area. Everybody thinks we're part of ArtsQuest. We are not. We don't get any money from them.” — Jen Cotto “We are such a best-kept secret in the Valley. If we were to get a bigger audience, I'm not expecting us to get Musikfest numbers. But we would be comfortable with two or three times the audience we have.” — Jen Cotto This Festival Is About Connection More than just screenings, SouthSide offers Q&A sessions with filmmakers and real audience interaction. There are no competitive prizes or red carpet ceremonies. Instead, there is conversation. “We don't really give prizes. We give an audience award, where people write in their favorite feature and short film. That's it. We don't offer a monetary prize.” — Jen Cotto What to Watch in 2025 25 Cats from QatarA documentary about an organization that rescues stray cats and brings them to the U.S. “That one's showing Wednesday night. The filmmaker is going to be there. It's a great film.” — Jen Cotto 40 Watts from NowhereThe story of a pirate radio station in 1990s San Francisco “I had read her book in the early 2000s. I was amazed. There's a documentary on it. Now I want to see it.” — Ben Bertalan How to Attend June 10–14, 2025 Info and tickets: https://southsidefilmfestival.com Screening Locations Cathedral Church of the Nativity Touchstone Theatre PBS39 Frank Banko Alehouse Cinema (Friday late-night screening) Festival HQ: Deja Brew Coffeehouse (tickets, info, programs) Want to Get Involved? SouthSide is always looking for new volunteers and future jury members. The best way to join is to stop by Deja Brew, message on Instagram or Facebook, or visit the website. “We are always on the lookout for people who want to help. Board members, volunteers. Some nights on the jury can get unruly, but we're always open to more people.” — Jen Cotto Listen to the Full Episode www.lehighvalleywithlovemedia.com/podcast/southside

Sometimes, an old layout is worth saving, especially one that is rich in history and has been touched by some model railroading greats. This is the story of the Rochester Model Railroad Club and their efforts to take their 1980's layout from DC to DCC and make it a layout that is modernized and interactive. Club members Ed O'Connell and Rob Bartels tell us about taking on this challenge and how, in the end, they will have a layout that continues to tell the story of the Lehigh Valley.Learn more about this episode on our website:aroundthelayout.com/163Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains:https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models:https://tullymodels.com

OMG, I can't believe she said that!There's no turning back from this.Pardon me, I'm trying out some click baity type intros for this week's podcast episode, don't mind me.We don't need no stinking gimmicks; my guest Gab Bonesso and I are entertaining enough--at least we think we are. You know her, you love her. It's my serial podcast guest Gab--the world famous comedian, children's performer and mental health advocate joining me this week to talk about summertime jobs. Buckle up because Gab is gonna take us on a wild ride in the ice cream truck. Meanwhile, things get pretty bloody for me at the meat packing plant. Be sure to check out my Funny Wine Girl Jeannine Facebook page for a new contest I'm introducing that centers around your summertime jobs! Follow me on Instagram too while you're at it. Thank you to my podcast sponsor Reinvented Threads with Gabby Lynn for all of her support. She is as kind as she is creative! Check out her sustainable fashion accessories at her online shop, or find her at an event in the Lehigh Valley or Poconos this summer. If you would like to support content from women that helps to inspire, inform and entertain, reach out to me about podcast sponsorship packages. They're cheaper than buying a coffee a day each month--seriously!I appreciate you from the bottom of my heart and the bottom of my wine glass.

Isaiah, Chef and Dan are back with an exciting new episode! This week, we're joined by special guest Jason Myrtetus (from the Flyers broadcast team, @jasonmyrt on X) to dive into the latest Philadelphia Flyers news and insights. From the Cates and Foerster re-signings to changes in Lehigh Valley, potential trade targets like Marco Rossi, Thatcher Demko, Nic Hague and projections for the upcoming NHL Draft, and the Stanley Cup Finals. Breaking: According to David Pagnotta and Anthony San Filippo, Jaroslav "Yogi" Svejkovsky will be hired as an assistant coach on Rick Tocchet's staff. Tune in for in-depth analysis, hot takes, and everything Flyers hockey! Follow the show on social media X and Bluesky: @oandbpuck GETTR: @oandbpuckcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/@obpuckcast4794?si=hNETQYvbte8vPvG8   Subscribe to our show on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, Tune In, Deezer, Amazon Audible+ (5 star ratings on Apple are always appreciated

How can we ensure a happy death?  We have been working our way through all the mysteries of the rosary from the Joyful Mysteries all the way through to the Glorious Mysteries. Today, we have reached the 4th Glorious Mystery. The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The fruit of this mystery is a happy death. In today's podcast episode I give you 5 things you can do to ensure a happy death. All we have to do is look to the rosary which is the life and death of Jesus and the life and death of our Blessed Mother. When we pray the rosary and meditate on the mysteries, we are learning how to live so that we may die happy and reunite with our Lord and Savior at the heavenly banquet. If you live in the Lehigh Valley of Pennsylvania and would to work with me in-person to declutter your home, please email me at: tightshipmama@gmail.com If you would like to join the private Facebook group, please click the link here:Facebook Group If you would like to subscribe to my monthly newsletter which always has something related to decluttering, meal planning or praying with any zoom links to our monthly live meet-up, please click here:Monthly Newsletter Sign-Up  

Get More LVWITHLOVE Content at LVwithLOVE.com George Wacker and Jeff Warren are joined by Jill Seitz, Chief Community and Regional Planner at the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission, and Michael Bernadyn, 2025 President of Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®, for a deep dive into the region's housing challenges. From outdated zoning laws to increasing demand and shrinking affordability, the Lehigh Valley is at a tipping point. This episode brings together two perspectives—planning and real estate—to talk about how we got here and what needs to happen next. “We have the jobs. We have the economy. What we don't have is enough housing that works for everyone.” — Jill Seitz“If we don't address supply and density issues now, affordability is going to get worse—and fast.” — Michael Bernadyn Watch Episode: https://youtu.be/Smg4Rb1dgFE Thank you to our Partners! L.L. Bean Outdoor Discovery Programs WDIY Lehigh Valley Health Network Wind Creek Event Center Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate Molly’s Irish Grille & Sports Pub Banko Beverage Company Housing Isn't Just a Market Issue. It's a Regional One. Housing is one of the most urgent and complex challenges facing the Lehigh Valley.In this episode of Off the Record, we hear from two people deeply engaged in the work:Jill Seitz, Chief Community and Regional Planner at the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission, andMichael Bernadyn, 2025 President of Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®. Listen to the Episodewww.lehighvalleywithlovemedia.com/podcast/housingepisode The numbers speak for themselves. “We're anticipating that we're going to need about 20,000 new units of housing in the Lehigh Valley by 2030. And that's in addition to what we've already got planned and in the works.” — Jill Seitz But this isn't just about building homes—it's about building the right kinds of homes in the right places. “People that live and work in the Lehigh Valley can't always find housing they can afford or housing that suits their needs.” — Jill Seitz “The challenge has always been, and still is, that we have more buyers than we have sellers.” — Michael Bernadyn The Zoning Conversation We Need to Have Much of the region's housing strain comes down to barriers in zoning and local governance. “We have 62 municipalities in the Lehigh Valley. And if you want to build a multifamily development, you've got to go through a very time-consuming process. And there's a lot of resistance.” — Michael Bernadyn “Communities want economic growth… but they don't always want the housing that goes along with that.” — Jill Seitz The solution? A shift in mindset—and a move toward regional thinking. “Housing is not optional. It's not a nice-to-have. It's necessary if we want to keep growing.” — Jill Seitz What's Next? The path forward requires policy alignment, regional cooperation, and a commitment to long-term solutions. “We want to make sure that our municipalities are zoning for all types of housing. And that we're working regionally to make sure there's a place for everyone—whether that's a first-time buyer, someone downsizing, or someone who wants to stay in their neighborhood as they age.” — Jill Seitz “If we don't start having these conversations now, and making changes now, the situation is going to get worse—and fast. But if we do act now, we can start to shift things in a better direction.” — Michael Bernadyn This Episode Matters This conversation isn't just about housing markets. It's about equity, sustainability, and what kind of future the Lehigh Valley wants to build. Learn MoreLehigh Valley Planning Commission → https://www.lvpc.orgGreater Lehigh Valley REALTORS® → https://www.greaterlehighvalleyrealtors.com Listen to the full episodewww.lehighvalleywithlovemedia.com/podcast/housingepisode

In this episode, we sit down with the dynamic minds behind Bellwether Ritual, a rising force in the Lehigh Valley stoner/doom rock scene. We talk everything from the band's gritty origins during the pandemic to their evolving sound that blends grunge roots, Black Sabbath fuzz, and haunting vocal harmonies.

Get More LVWITHLOVE Content at LVwithLOVE.com George, Crystal, and Dahlia from Lehigh Valley with Love spent the day at Lake Nockamixon State Park with the team from L.L. Bean Outdoor Discovery Programs to try out just a few of the activities they offer throughout the summer. From archery to kayaking to full moon paddles, these programs are built to help anyone, regardless of experience, get outside and try something new. They spent time with Lindsey Johnson, Program Coordinator and ACA Level 1 Kayak Instructor, who shared how these programs are designed for all ages, skill levels, and abilities. They also met with instructors Ruth, Craig, Dylana, and Sarah, who bring passion, experience, and approachability to everything from kayaking to archery, helping make the outdoors accessible and fun for everyone. L.L. Bean's Outdoor Discovery Programs are based at Lake Nockamixon and the Promenade Shops in Center Valley, offering kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, archery, fly casting, guided hikes, and more. With options for beginners, group outings, and even night paddles under the full moon, there's something for everyone looking to get outside. Learn more → https://www.llbeanoutdoors.com/quakertown-pennsylvaniaVisit their store → The Promenade Shops, Center Valley, PA: https://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/1000001713?page=store-center-valley Watch Episode: https://youtu.be/ByiRCy4oizo Thank you to our Partners! L.L. Bean Outdoor Discovery Programs WDIY Lehigh Valley Health Network Wind Creek Event Center Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate Molly’s Irish Grille & Sports Pub Banko Beverage Company A Day Outside with L.L. Bean — And Why More People Need to Do This You don't usually associate archery safety talks with jokes about Sasquatches or see your kid aim an arrow at a tennis ball in the rain and absolutely light up. But that's exactly what happened when we spent a day with the L.L. Bean Outdoor Discovery Programs at Lake Nockamixon. This wasn't just a video shoot or podcast episode. It was the kind of day that sticks with you. Not because it was perfect (it rained), but because it was real. And more people need this kind of real right now. Listen to the Episodewww.lehighvalleywithlovemedia.com/podcast/llbeanoutdoordiscovery Explore the Programshttps://www.llbeanoutdoors.com/quakertown-pennsylvania “We want to give you the best first experience you could have.” That's what Lindsey Johnson, Program Coordinator and ACA Level 1 Kayak Instructor, told us early on. And it's not something you'd expect to take seriously — until you spend time with the instructors she works with. People like Ruth, who's been doing this for 15 years and still lights up when she talks about getting people on the water.Or Craig, who took a kayak class in college and came back to it in retirement, just because it made him feel something.Or Dylana and Sarah, who took our family (and a camera crew) through the archery basics without a hint of condescension, even when we had absolutely no idea what we were doing. This is what makes this program work: not the gear or the branding — but the people. These instructors aren't reciting from a script. They believe in this stuff. And they're patient enough to help you believe in it too. The Outdoors Is Not a Vibe. It's a Reset Button. We talk a lot about “disconnecting” these days. But for most people, that still means standing around staring at your phone with a different background. This wasn't that. Out at Lake Nockamixon, even with raindrops on the camera lens and a soggy hoodie, things felt clearer. Dahlia learned how to shoot a bow. Crystal got advice on safety lines and string tension from someone who could probably teach blindfolded. We paddled. We laughed. We dried off. We reset. You don't have to be “outdoorsy” to do this. That's the point. These programs are built for beginners. You don't need to own anything. You don't need to know what you’re doing. You just need to show up. “Even if you’ve never been to a lake before,” Lindsey told us, “we want you to feel like this is a place for you.” It is. Why This Stuff Matters We asked about accessibility. They talked about the ADA-accessible boat launch and helping kids from the Boys & Girls Club feel safe getting in the water for the first time. We asked about skill levels. They said they welcome people who've never touched a paddle and also offer sea kayaking, rescue courses, and night paddles under the full moon. We asked about groups. They've worked with Girl Scouts, bachelor parties, corporate team-building retreats, and even entire families who want to do something different for their reunion. So yeah, this is recreation. But it's also something bigger. This is how you build confidence in kids. This is how you reconnect with your spouse. This is how you remember what it feels like to be out of your head for a while. And if all you take home is a few mosquito bites and a blurry photo of your first bullseye, honestly? That's still a win. Plan Your Visithttps://www.llbeanoutdoors.com/quakertown-pennsylvania The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley Listen to the Episode → www.lehighvalleywithlovemedia.com/podcast/llbeanoutdoordiscovery

In news, the All WNY wedding yesterday was great. Weather didn't cooperate as much as we'd have liked but the ceremony was wonderul and the receptions were a blast.  In sports, the Bisons lost 7-2 on Sunday as Lehigh Valley stole 8 bases against the good guys. 

On today's episode we are thrilled to host Meg Evazzadeh, founder of The Restoration Space. The Restoration Space is the Lehigh Valley's destination for compassionate and connected healthcare. They offer a variety of therapy services spanning Physical Therapy, Health Coaching, Massage, Nutrition, plus so much more!  Meg founded the RunWell Assessment, a running form evaluation designed to help runners maximize performance. Proceeds for the RunWell assessment for this year are being donated to NAMI, a non-profit aiding in providing mental health resources to local communities. Learn more about The Restoration Space here: https://www.therestorationspace.com/ You can find more information about The Running Kind here. https://therunningkind.net/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/therunningkind/ @therunningkind_ If you are looking for additional ways to support The Running Kind, check out our Patreon page! patreon.com/TheRunningKind Aimee Kohler  Founder of The Running Kind @aimskoh Produced by Aimee Kohler Music Dim Red Light by Don Dilego  

Francisco Rojas is back with a new episode of Phillies Today! He starts the show by recapping a 9-5 win over the Rockies last night and giving his takeaways from the game. Also, he provides an update on Andrew Painter's latest start for Lehigh Valley. Lastly, Francisco discusses Jean Segura retiring and talks about what he'll remember him for as a Phillie.

My guests this week believe in a holistic approach to success and happiness and they're encouraging other women to consider this approach by strengthening five pillars that help build the foundation for wealth in our lives. Scranton business woman Megan Alpert of Joy World Wealth Partners is hosting Abundance Life, a four-week workshop series featuring fabulous women of NEPA presenting on one of the following pillars: financial wealth, time wealth, social wealth, physical wealth and spiritual wealth. Megan talks with me this week about her intention behind this workshop series and she is joined by Trish Dickert-Nieves, a trauma-informed somatic practitioner and holistic health coach of Embody Holistic Living who will help kick the workshop series off on June 6. The Abundance Series will include the following workshops:  June 6: the series kicks off with the topic of financial wealth as Dickert-Nieves presents “Somatic Money,” providing tools for financial confidence and long-term planning.June 13: time and social wealth will be addressed with Certified Recovery Specialist Rose Nogan, owner of White Tail Sober Coaching, who will provide women with tools to build time wealth by creating boundaries that allow morespace for personal peace, joy and happiness. Jeannine Luby, certified laughter yoga leader, comedian, and owner of Laugh to Live, will offer strategies using playful and empowering humor and laughter yoga for social wealth through meaningful connection and stress-reduction.  June 20: physical wealth will be addressed with a focus on vitality, movement and wellbeing with Rigau offering information on health topics such as improvedsleep, nutrition and stress management. ACE Certified Personal Trainer Pat Barnes will share her expertise of more than 25 years in the fitness industry cateringto women over 50. June 27: the series closes with the topic of spiritual wealth. Alison Skoff, an ontological coach and soul-centric guide, will focus on reclaiming wholeness, cultivating peace, purpose and alignment to support the journey of inner reclamation, soul truth, and life aligned leadership. Space for the workshops is limited. Please email Joanna@planwithjoyworld.com.  Thank you to my podcast sponsors Budget Through Life with Emily Hickox who will be presenting financial literacy workshops for young people this summer, and Reinvented Threads with Gabby Lynn who is out and about in the Lehigh Valley this summer with her amazing sustainable fashion accessories that are also available in her online store. Reach out to me at Jeannine.Luby@gmail.com if you're interested in supporting the content I produce each week. Follow me at Funny Wine Girl Jeannine on Facebook and Instagram and Laugh to Live on Facebook.I appreciate you from the bottom of my heart and the bottom of my wine glass.

Get More LVWITHLOVE Content Guests: Mike Cunningham, voice actor, conference organizer, VP of the SOKOL Club Jen Taphoney, professional voice actor, co-host of VO Booth Besties In this episode of the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast, host George Wacker sits down with the organizers of Get Outta Your Booth!, a new kind of voiceover conference happening June 27–29, 2025 at SOKOL Club in Bethlehem, PA. This isn't your average industry meetup — Get Outta Your Booth! is designed around accessibility and community. With just 100 attendees, sessions led by working pros, a six-lane bowling alley, karaoke socials, and zero profit motive, it's built to bring voice actors together without the pressure or price tag of larger events. Why voiceover is about more than “having a good voice” How to go pro from your home studio — no LA or NYC required Building community in a solo-heavy career The scary reality of AI voice theft — yes, it's happening What most beginners get wrong (and how to do it right) Learn more + get tickets → getouttayourbooth.com Listen to the full episode → lehighvalleywithlovemedia.com/podcast/getouttayourbooth Watch Episode https://youtu.be/1_E-uufQJl4———-www.lvwithlove.com Thank you to our Partners! L.L. Bean Outdoor Discovery Programs WDIY Lehigh Valley Health Network Wind Creek Event Center Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate Molly’s Irish Grille & Sports Pub Banko Beverage Company Get Outta Your Booth! — A Voiceover Conference with Community (and Karaoke) at Its Core “It's a crock pot career. It's not a drive-through.” — Jen Taphoney That quote pretty much says it all. In this companion piece to the latest episode of the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast, we dive into the story behind Get Outta Your Booth!, a voiceover conference built on community, accessibility, and a whole lot of real-world wisdom. Hosted by George Wacker, the episode features co-organizers Mike Cunningham and Jen Taphoney, who share how the idea for the event came to life—and why it's so different from your typical industry gathering. Listen to the Episode https://lehighvalleywithlovemedia.com/podcast/getouttayourbooth Conference Info https://www.getouttayourbooth.com From Pottsville Attic to Microsoft Explainers Jen Taphoney's journey started in a 1928 house in Schuylkill County. After years in radio, she built a studio in her attic and began producing commercials for $100 a pop. “When I left the radio station, I still had clients who wanted me on their commercials,” she says. “So I put a studio in my attic… sound treatment was super awesome. Yeah.” She's since built a thriving VO career with clients like Microsoft. “They do a little explainer thing. I've been working with them for eight years now. They just send me the copy.” Getting In (and Getting Real) Mike Cunningham's path to voiceover started in the military and IT. Then the pandemic hit. “My friend was like, ‘Why don't you do voiceover?' The pandemic is happening. There's nothing else to do,” he recalls. He joined a program, trained, and stuck with it—turning his home setup into a launchpad for commercial work, video games, and narration. “It kind of grew into an obsession out of spite… I'm going to do it. I'm going to make it work. And I don't care what it's going to take.” Why Beginners Struggle “A lot of people come in and say, ‘My friend told me I have a good voice,'” Jen says. “That's not enough.” “There's a certain amount of instinct involved,” Mike adds, “but it takes training. And you have to be prepared to not hear back at all.” “You don't often get, ‘Sorry, we went with somebody else,'” Jen explains. “You just have to keep going. Audition after audition, day after day, year after year.” Mike sums it up: “Most people start out trying too hard. Just be you.” AI, Stolen Voices, and the Future of the Industry Both guests have strong words about AI's impact on the industry. “It undermines our entire industry,” Jen says. “Whether it's music production or art or writing or voiceover… it's not human.” Mike's voice was actually cloned by a foreign studio and used in a live service video game—without his consent. “I heard it. I'm like, ‘I didn't say that,'” he says. “The falsification of humanity is not something I'm a fan of.” So What Is Get Outta Your Booth? The conference is designed to be small (100 people max), affordable, and stress-free—held at SOKOL Club in Bethlehem, a venue with a bar, shuffleboard, and a bowling alley. “There's no pressure,” Mike says. “If you want to bowl all day, go bowl all day. If you want to sit and drink, do that. If you want to watch sessions and learn something, do that too.” The sessions cover: VO genres and niches Branding your VO business in Canva Making vocal efforts How to construct your own sound panel “We're not trying to make money,” Mike adds. “Everything we get goes right back into the event—for food, prizes, drinks. That's the point.” Why It Matters This episode isn't just about voiceover—it's about building something that helps people connect. “We're all stuck in little booths,” Mike says. “It's a lonely kind of existence.” Jen adds, “Having that community to connect with and ask questions instead of trying to figure it out on your own… it makes such a big difference.” George wraps it up: “It's really cool that you're doing this. If somebody had just given me this piece of advice a couple years ago, it would've saved me months.” Mike replies, “Or thousands of dollars.”

A new era begins for the Philadelphia Flyers as they have now hired their new head coach smack dab in the middle of the rebuild. General Manager Danny Briere now has put into place the first major piece of this offseason as this team apparently moves into a “win now mode.” We dove into it this week along with the upcoming NHL Draft and its implications for this Flyers organization. Kelly Hinkle from BroadStreetHockey.com joined us for some fantastic analysis and a discussion about where this offseason is heading for the men in orange and black.But first, the guys dove into some Sixers talk as they now have the No. 3 overall pick in the NBA Draft. Who will they like take? (Approx. 4:40)From there, the guys got into a discussion about how Pete Rose and other dead former MLB players have now been reinstated by MLB's front office and are now eligible for the Baseball Hall of Fame. (Approx. 11:50)Then the guys discussed whether or not Brandon Marsh can keep up his offensive productivity as he recently came back from a rehab assignment in Lehigh Valley. (Approx. 16:55)The guys then discussed how the Union are No. 3 in the Eastern Conference and are having a nice season thus far. (Approx. 25:55)From there, they gave their thoughts on the hiring of Rick Tocchet as the Flyers new head coach. (Approx. 30:55)What they threw down on the Table this week was a fantastic and in-depth discussion with Kelly Hinkle from Broad Street Hockey about how this Flyers offseason has been progressing. Kelly gave her thoughts on Tocchet as the new head coach. What does the offer sheet threshold mean as a storyline this offseason? How should we be looking at the upcoming Flyers Draft? All of this and much more this week on the Table! (Approx. 42:15)SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: youtube.com/@thephiladelphiasportstableHead over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.comFollow us on BlueSky:Jeff: @jeffwarren.bsky.socialErik: @brickpollitt.bsky.socialFollow us on Threads:Jeff: @mrjeffwarrenErik: @slen1023The Show: @philadelphiasportstableFollow us on Twitter/X:Jeff: @Jeffrey_WarrenErik: @BrickPollittTheShow: @PhiladelphiaPSTFollow us on Instagram:Jeff: @mrjeffwarrenErik: @slen1023The Show: @philadelphiasportstable.Follow Jeff on TikTok: @mrjeffwarrenFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/PhiladelphiaSportsTable

Get More LVWITHLOVE Content Guests: Mary Wright – Education Director & Ensemble Member, Touchstone Theatre Krista Metter – Local Actor, Teaching Artist, and Touchstone Collaborator In this episode of the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast, host George Wacker talks with Mary Wright and Krista Metter from Touchstone Theatre about the 20th Annual Young Playwrights' Festival, taking place Sunday, May 18 at 3 PM at Northeast Middle School in Bethlehem. This unique festival brings to life a selection of original one-act plays written by local elementary and middle school students—performed onstage by professional actors and community volunteers. The Young Playwrights' Lab began more than 20 years ago as an after-school program designed to foster literacy, confidence, and creative expression. Today, it's impacted over 2,000 students and remains one of the most joyful, collaborative, and heartfelt nights of theater in the region. Learn more + get tickets: https://touchstone.org/events/young-playwrights-festival/ Support the program through the Right to Future campaign at touchstone.org Watch Episode Watch On Youtube———-www.lvwithlove.com Thank you to our Partners! WDIY Lehigh Valley Health Network Wind Creek Event Center Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate Molly’s Irish Grille & Sports Pub Banko Beverage Company Episode Recap Celebrating 20 Years of Young Playwrights at Touchstone TheatreWhat happens when you hand the script over to kids? You get mad scientists, Greek gods, talking sharks—and themes that hit surprisingly deep. Mary Wright, who helped launch the program more than two decades ago, describes the festival as “a window into what kids care about right now.” With themes ranging from friendship and family to bullying and climate action, the work is wildly imaginative and undeniably heartfelt. Touchstone's Young Playwrights' Lab uses improv games, writing exercises, and group collaboration to help students develop their own one-act plays. Each year, a handful of these are selected and professionally staged as part of the festival. Krista Metter, who made her debut in last year's production as a scene-stealing octopus, shares how being part of the cast made her feel “like a kid again”—and how the program builds deep community ties by giving young voices a real spotlight. “It's not just a performance,” says Mary. “It's a celebration. A party. And the kids are at the center of it all.” With over 100 plays written this year alone and countless community members stepping in to help with directing, costumes, and production—this event has become one of the Lehigh Valley's most treasured arts traditions. Learn more: https://touchstone.org/events/young-playwrights-festival/ Listen to the episode: https://lehighvalleywithlovemedia.com/podcast/youngplaywrights20 Follow: @lvwithlove | @TouchstoneTheatre

Phillies DH Kyle Schwarber blasts two home runs as the Phillies win another series, this time against the Guardians in Cleveland. Pair Schwarbombs wtih a gem of a Zach Wheeler performance and the Phillies seems to be firing on all cylinders. Kyle Schwarber is now tied with Aaron Judge for the MLB lead with 14 HRs. Time to extend Kyle Schwarber. Join hosts Jamie Lynch & Rich Hoffman & guest Bob Cooney as they talk about Andrew Painter's debut in Lehigh Valley last week, the Phillies week ahead & of course, resigning Kyle Schwarber long term.

The 94 WIP Crew, Joe DeCamara, Jon Ritchie, Joe Giglio, Hugh Douglas, Ike Reese, Spike Eskin, and Jack Fritz react to the surge from the Phillies this week as they take care of business in Tampa Bay. Plus, all the latest reports from Lehigh Valley on Andrew Painter, will he be in the majors sooner rather than later? Don't miss out on the best moments of the week!

The 94 WIP Crew, Joe DeCamara, Jon Ritchie, Joe Giglio, Hugh Douglas, Ike Reese, Spike Eskin, and Jack Fritz react to the surge from the Phillies this week as they take care of business in Tampa Bay. Plus, all the latest reports from Lehigh Valley on Andrew Painter, will he be in the majors sooner rather than later? Don't miss out on the best moments of the week!

The 94 WIP Crew, Joe DeCamara, Jon Ritchie, Joe Giglio, Hugh Douglas, Ike Reese, Spike Eskin, and Jack Fritz react to the surge from the Phillies this week as they take care of business in Tampa Bay. Plus, all the latest reports from Lehigh Valley on Andrew Painter, will he be in the majors sooner rather than later? Don't miss out on the best moments of the week!

Andrew Painter made his AAA debut last night with the LV Iron Pigs and had a great game: 3 innings, 1 hit, no earned runs and 5 strike outs. The kid looks good on his journey to the majors!

Jack shares his High Hopes Jackie Baseball Report which discusses the red hot Phils and Andrew Painter making his AAA debut for Lehigh Valley tonight.

Get More LVWITHLOVE Content Guests: David Robertson – Founder & Executive Director, JOSHWAY Glenn Breslauer – JOSHWAY Board Member In this episode of the Lehigh Valley with Love: Off the Record podcast, hosts George Wacker and Jeff Warren sit down with David Robertson and Glenn Breslauer of JOSHWAY, a new nonprofit based in Easton, Pennsylvania that's using technology, collaboration, and lived experience to connect with and uplift the youth of Northampton County and beyond. Learn more about JOSHWAY at: https://joshway.org Watch Episode https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YC2J-Fca-wc www.lvwithlove.com Thank you to our Partners! WDIY Lehigh Valley Health Network Wind Creek Event Center Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate Molly’s Irish Grille & Sports Pub Banko Beverage Company Episode Recap JOSHWAY: Building a Future Where Vision Meets Action JOSHWAY began as a personal mission after founder David Robertson lost his brother Joshua to “modern day challenges.” What started as a response to grief has become a movement grounded in digital literacy, financial education, public speaking, and youth mentorship. “Joshua was the response to a loss,” David says, “but what was lost became something beautiful.” Tech-Driven, Vision-Focused JOSHWAY's programming is uniquely collaborative—partnering with nonprofits and schools to bring modern tools and leadership development to young people. From Toastmasters-style public speaking to Apple-powered media literacy, JOSHWAY isn't just meeting kids where they are—it's helping them lead. They're not reinventing the wheel—they're upgrading it. “We're not just starting new programs,” says Glenn. “We're transforming existing ones for the 21st century.” Digital Skills Meet Real-World Impact Through partnerships with Apple and others, students are learning how to use Keynote to build presentations, GarageBand to create podcasts, and financial literacy tools to better understand money. And the team's entrepreneurial spirit shines: “We're scrappy. We're flexible. We move fast,” David adds. Community First, Always JOSHWAY's new headquarters on Northampton Street is just the beginning. The team is now running inbound and outbound workshops and collaborating with organizations like El Sistema and Century Promise to scale impact. They're calling for others—especially those aged 35 to 45—to join the movement. “If you're not ready to start your own thing,” David says, “take a board seat. Get involved.” What's Next? JOSHWAY is working on expanding into school curricula, launching youth Toastmasters programs, and publishing Joshua and the Power of Resilience, a forthcoming book co-authored by Glenn. The message is clear: This is just the beginning. And they're building a blueprint for a new kind of youth empowerment—visionary, modern, and deeply rooted in community. Learn more, collaborate, or donate: https://joshway.org

INFOBryan Kohberger was someone who flew under the radar for most of his life. That all changed after he was named a suspect in the murder of four college students in Moscow Idaho.Now, we are hearing more about Bryan Kohberger's life before being named a suspect from the people he grew up around in Lehigh county. In this episode, we hear from some of those folks who recount their own experience's with him as we continue to try to understand the motivation for the horrendous murders.(commercial at 9:15)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Bryan Kohberger's life under the radar: Walking in the footsteps of an alleged mass murderer - lehighvalleylive.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

INFOBryan Kohberger was someone who flew under the radar for most of his life. That all changed after he was named a suspect in the murder of four college students in Moscow Idaho.Now, we are hearing more about Bryan Kohberger's life before being named a suspect from the people he grew up around in Lehigh county. In this episode, we hear from some of those folks who recount their own experience's with him as we continue to try to understand the motivation for the horrendous murders.(commercial at 9:15)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Bryan Kohberger's life under the radar: Walking in the footsteps of an alleged mass murderer - lehighvalleylive.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

Workers at a Mack truck plant in Pennsylvania hoped tariffs would help protect their jobs. Now they are facing layoffs — and corporate is citing tariffs as the reason. This episode was produced by Miles Bryan, edited by Jolie Myers, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by Andrea Kristinsdottir and Patrick Boyd, and hosted by Noel King. Listen to Today, Explained ad-free by becoming a Vox Member: vox.com/members. Transcript at vox.com/today-explained-podcast. Dan Hand has worked at Mack Truck's Lehigh Valley plant for nearly three decades. Photo by Miles Bryan for Vox. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get More LVWITHLOVE Content Guests: Brannagh Breslin & Diya Sharma – Hosts of YANA LV on WDIY 88.1 FM In this episode of the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast, host George Wacker sits down with Moravian Academy seniors Brannagh Breslin and Diya Sharma, co-hosts of YANA LV, a youth-led mental health radio show airing monthly on WDIY 88.1 FM: https://www.wdiy.org/show/yana-lv Brannagh and Diya explain how they started YANA LV with little more than an idea, a few iPhone recordings, and a shared belief that their generation needed a safe space to talk about mental health. The podcast, now supported by the United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley, features candid conversations with students, educators, and community leaders—tackling mental health from every angle. Watch Episode www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_jnDkzH1Yw www.lvwithlove.com Thank you to our Partners! WDIY Lehigh Valley Health Network Wind Creek Event Center Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate Molly’s Irish Grille & Sports Pub Banko Beverage Company Episode Recap Teen Voices, Real Conversations: Inside YANA LV on WDIY “You are not alone.” It's more than a title—it's the foundation of YANA LV, the student-led mental health show created by Moravian Academy seniors Brannagh Breslin and Diya Sharma. Their journey began in the summer before junior year with a few iPhone recordings and an idea. “We decided to start this podcast because we both had interest in mental health,” Diya says. “Our stories individually were so different, but they overlapped with the idea of mental health and giving it to a bigger audience.” Mental Health Is Personal The show is rooted in lived experience. “For example, if a girl is smiling to the world, happy, seems like the most bubbly person in the world—it's not true,” Diya says. “She might be dealing with the most deepest things herself, and she's afraid to tell other people.” “And that's another reason we started this podcast,” she adds. “Because the idea of You Are Not Alone means that we're a community, and we're going to support one another.” From Voice Memos to Broadcast Airwaves At first, the show was as DIY as it gets. “We would just record on our phones,” Diya recalls. “Obviously it’s not as great editing as we have here at the studio, but it was a start.” They cold-emailed professors and local figures to ask about everything from ADHD to the psychological impact of injury and trauma. “Sometimes we would have to send five emails to five different people just to get one episode,” Brannagh says. Eventually, with encouragement from a teacher and a few inspiring guests, they were connected with WDIY's Youth Media Program. “I brought my dad into the studio,” Brannagh says. “I was so excited about it. It feels so professional.” Standout Guests, Lasting Impact Two moments stood out from their time on the show. “David Robertson… he came on to talk about Joshua Tree,” Brannagh says. “It's for his little brother, who unfortunately passed away due to addiction… and he turned it into such a positive thing.” Their very first WDIY episode also left a mark. “His name is Herman,” Diya says. “He's an anesthesiologist and he has a prosthetic leg. The way he spoke and the things that he said were very inspirational.” What They've Learned “Even though situations aren't exactly the same,” Brannagh says, “we're still bringing attention to talking about the things that we go through.” Diya adds: “Everyone has physical health—and I think everyone has mental health, whether they recognize it or not. I think just normalizing that and talking about it is the first big step.” What's Next? Brannagh is heading to NYU to study liberal studies and political science or psychology before law school. Diya will attend UVA to study biology and pursue a career in medicine. But they're not finished with YANA LV. “Obviously, we can't come here and record at the studio,” Brannagh says, “but we'll keep YANA alive.” Follow LVwithLOVE on Substack

Welcome to an encore presentation of our original review of Hustle & Flow, starring Terrence Howard, Ludacris, and Taraji P. Henson. If you're in the Lehigh Valley, come to our 4K screening of this cult classic at SteelStacks in Bethlehem on April 24th. Tickets at steelstacks.org or get 'em at the door. Special throwback set by DJ Mike Nyce! See you there. CreditsHip Hop Movie Club is produced by your HHMCs JB, BooGie, and DynoWright. Theme music by BooGie. Check us out:Our live event schedule and more at our Linktree.Hip Hop Movie Club on:FacebookInstagram ThreadsBlueskySubstack (newsletter)Website

Riley Cote and Derek Settlemyre took a trip to Lehigh Valley to interview Philadelphia Flyers 2024 1st round pick Jett Luchanko, Phantoms enforcer Sawyer Boulton, and former Flyer and current head coach of the Lehigh Valley Phantoms Ian Laperriere! Nasty Knuckles is an original show created by co-hosts, Riley Cote and Derek "Nasty" Settlemyre. The show will feature a mix of interviews, never before heard story-telling, hockey-talk, and maybe some pranks... The guys will bring in some of the biggest names in the hockey world all for your enjoyment! Make sure to check back every week as the guys release a new episode weekly!~Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NastyKnuckles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Opening Bible Verse: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 A charism is a gift from the Holy Spirit given for the common good or for the service of others.  3 Signs of your Charism: 1. An unmistakable inner peace, energy and joy when using the gifts. 2. Unusually effective and successful results in what you're trying to accomplish. 3. Other people's direct or indirect recognition of the gift's presence. This is the self-directed course I plan to take to learn more about my own charism: Catherine of Siena Institute If you live in the Lehigh Valley of Pennsylvania and would like help decluttering your home, I offer in-person decluttering. This is a 5 hour appointment and I donate all items to local thrift stores. Cost $300. Please email me at: tightshipmama@gmail.com   For hourly coaching via Zoom (decluttering, budgeting, meal planning), you can see my calendar and book a session here: Virtual Coaching Schedule   Join the private Facebook community here: Facebook Group   Prefer to receive a weekly email with the monthly freebie like a group rosary, group declutter, or budget Q&As?  Join my mailing list here: Weekly Newsletter   Do you like to watch a podcast? Check out my YouTube channel here:  YouTube    For any other inquiries or guest appearances, please email me at: tightshipmama@gmail.com  

Hour 1 of the Morning Show from April 14th, 2025. It includes discussion about Brandon Marsh potentially being sent down to the Minor Leagues, the introduction of today's side topic, and more.

In this episode, Jeff Glover interviews Kelly Houston, a top-producing agent from Lehigh Valley, PA, who closed 58 units in 2024 and led her team to 190 sales. Now aiming for 75 personal and 335 team units in 2025, Kelly shares her exact business plan, how she works her database, builds social media, and focuses on ROT (Return on Time). You'll learn:

Get More LVWITHLOVE Content Guests: Ian Mondrick – Comic Book Author, Co-Creator of STASH BOX www.stashboxcomic.com In this episode of the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast, host George Wacker sits down with comedian, writer, and performer Kathleen Aldrich, whose brand-new one-woman show Tumor Baby premieres April 12 at SteelStacks in Bethlehem. We talk about how Kathleen got her start in the Lehigh Valley comedy scene over a decade ago, what it was like turning a real-life medical emergency into a heartfelt (and hilarious) show, and how Tumor Baby blends storytelling, vulnerability, and humor into something totally unique. From sketch comedy with Pigeon City to personal pieces in Dear Diary, Kathleen's journey is as inspiring as it is funny. You'll also get a behind-the-scenes look at how the show came together—from handwritten journal entries to Google Docs and years of performance experience—and why this isn't stand-up, but something more intimate and impactful. Catch Tumor Baby on Saturday, April 12 at 7:30 PM at SteelStacks Tickets & info: www.steelstacks.org/event/16872/tumor-baby Watch Episode https://youtube.com/live/fX8dV3Tt3DI www.lvwithlove.com Thank you to our Partners! WDIY Lehigh Valley Health Network Wind Creek Event Center Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate Molly’s Irish Grille & Sports Pub Banko Beverage Company Episode Recap Kathleen Aldrich and the Comedy of Crisis in TUMOR BABY “I've been talking about doing a one-woman show since 2014.” For comedian and writer Kathleen Aldrich, Tumor Baby isn't just a show—it's a culmination of more than a decade of finding her voice in the Lehigh Valley comedy scene. What started as strange abdominal pressure and a reluctant trip to the ER turned into a 10-pound tumor and, eventually, the foundation for a deeply personal, unexpectedly hilarious one-woman show. From Improvised Bits to Intimate Storytelling Kathleen's journey began in 2012 with improv classes at ArtsQuest, where she found her creative tribe and a passion for performance. Over the years, she honed her craft with local favorites like Dear Diary, Pigeon City Sketch, and Improvised Stand Up. Her work is rooted in real life—often uncomfortable, always honest—and Tumor Baby is no exception. “It's not stand-up,” she explains. “I'm a storyteller.” Kathleen weaves her cancer diagnosis into a broader narrative—childhood memories, messy relationships, weird blog awards, and moments that are just too good not to share. It's comedy that doesn't flinch. And it's all been years in the making. The Writing Process (and a Lot of Google Docs) So how do you write something like Tumor Baby? According to Kathleen, it all starts with pen and paper. She breaks down memories into moments, finds the funny in the pain, and then builds the show line by line. “I write down the significant moment first,” she says. “Then I ask—how do I make this funny?” With guidance and mentorship from fellow comic Alia Brown, Kathleen transformed those raw stories into a full-length show. It's not just about a tumor—it's about life, survival, and making people laugh in the face of the absurd. A Decade of Comedy and One Big Stage One of Kathleen's proudest moments? A sketch she wrote for Pigeon City called Sex in Senior Living—a drag parody imagining the Sex and the City crew as Golden Girls. “The crowd just loved it,” she says. “That moment… it was electric.” Now, with Tumor Baby, Kathleen steps into the spotlight solo. It's vulnerable, funny, and full of heart—and it all happens live this weekend. Don't Miss ItCatch Tumor Baby on Saturday, April 12 at 7:30 PM Bethlehem Visitor Center at SteelStacks Tickets & info: steelstacks.org

Living with polycystic ovarian syndrome or PCOS can take a toll on your emotional and physical health. Common symptoms of this condition are irregular periods, infertility, weight gain and unwanted hair growth – all of which are difficult to cope with.  Listen to the latest episode of The Healthiest You podcast, where we talk about how to manage PCOS with OB-GYN Emily Brophy, MD, with Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN), part of Jefferson Health.   What are the symptoms of PCOS? How does PCOS impact ovulation and fertility? What lifestyle changes may help manage PCOS symptoms? Which supplements may provide hormonal support? What diet changes may help women who have PCOS? We answer these questions and more on The Healthiest You podcast this month.Chapters:     · 0:01 - Intro     · 1:00 - What is PCOS?     · 2:05 - Is PCOS genetic?     · 2:46 - Challenges with diagnosing PCOS     · 3:41 - Irregular periods     · 4:38 - Tracking your cycle     · 5:58 - DUTCH test     · 7:21 - PCOS treatment options     · 8:53 - Sharing your diagnosis with your health care team     · 10:08 - Lifestyle changes to help manage PCOS     · 10:58 - Recommended diet changes     · 11:54 - How to reduce the bloating     · 12:37 - PCOS supplements     · 14:57 - Evening primrose oil     · 15:28 - Inositol and PCOS     · 15:47 - Magnesium supplements     · 17:24 - Chasteberry and black cohosh     · 18:21 - Inflammation and PCOS     · 19:11 - Importance of exercise     · 20:30 - Unwanted hair growth     · 22:11 - Spearmint tea     · 22:43 - Ovulation and fertility     · 23:45 - Tracking ovulation     · 25:16 - Mental health and PCOS     · 26:34 - Acupuncture and acupressure     · 28:04 - If you've had your symptoms dismissed      · 29:57 - Advice

Get More LVWITHLOVE Content Guests: Ian Mondrick – Comic Book Author, Co-Creator of STASH BOX www.stashboxcomic.com In this episode of the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast, host George Wacker sits down with Ian Mondrick, a comic author and Lehigh Valley native whose latest project, STASH BOX, is currently live on Kickstarter. We talk about how Ian got started in comics, what goes into writing a horror book that's equal parts terrifying and thoughtful, and how STASH BOX draws from both retro horror aesthetics and modern anxieties. Set in a quiet suburban home and spiraling into surreal terror, the book explores themes of identity, love, and transformation—wrapped in the gory fun of classic horror. You'll also hear about the behind-the-scenes process of comic creation, what makes Kickstarter such a powerful platform for indie creators, and why supporting projects like this matters. To learn more or support the campaign, visit: www.StashBoxComic.com Watch Episode https://youtu.be/lAQ-7BO0YcI www.lvwithlove.com Thank you to our Partners! WDIY Lehigh Valley Health Network Wind Creek Event Center Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate Molly’s Irish Grille & Sports Pub Banko Beverage Company Episode Recap Comic Author Ian Mondrick and the Dark Side of Suburbia in STASH BOX “This book is for horror fans first and foremost.” Ian Mondrick opens the conversation with a clear warning—STASH BOX is not for the faint of heart. It’s violent, strange, and deeply unsettling. But beneath all the gore is a surprisingly thoughtful exploration of young love, change, and the anxiety of growing up in a world that feels like it's shifting under your feet. That layered tension—between blood and meaning—is exactly what STASH BOX was built on. From Script to Scare: Writing Comics from the Lehigh Valley Ian shares how his journey into comics began in the Lehigh Valley and evolved into scripting indie horror books like Tomb of the Black Horse and now STASH BOX. He breaks down the mechanics of writing a comic—what goes into a script, how he collaborates with artists like Frederik Hornung, and why writing for comics is not like writing a novel. “There's a language to comics that you have to learn,” Ian says. “It's not just writing dialogue—it's pacing, paneling, page turns. You're writing something someone else is going to draw, and you have to trust that relationship.” The Horror of Transformation At the center of STASH BOX are two characters—Harrison and Lou—caught in the kind of one-night suburban misadventure that goes from strange to full-on horrifying. Ian explains how the comic plays with body horror and psychedelic imagery to reflect the fear of growing up, losing control, and becoming something… else. “It's about transformation—physical and emotional,” he says. “And it's not always pretty.” The comic's tone is inspired by classic EC Comics, Creepshow, and films like Videodrome and The Thing. But don't expect a nostalgia piece—STASH BOX is modern in its themes, experimental in its presentation, and printed on retro newsprint to give it a haunting, vintage feel. Kickstarter and the Power of Direct Support Ian talks about why launching STASH BOX on Kickstarter was the right move—not just for funding, but for community. “When someone backs a Kickstarter, they're saying, ‘I believe in this idea,'” he says. “And for indie comics, that kind of support is everything.” The campaign offers a variety of rewards: alternate covers, original art, mystery sketches, and even a chance to have your own comic cover drawn by artist Frederik Hornung. It's not just a comic—it's a piece of horror ephemera for collectors and fans. Backing Creators, Supporting Local Voices Though STASH BOX is set in a fictional suburban street, Ian admits that its quiet unease and layout were very much inspired by his own upbringing in the Lehigh Valley. That connection to place shows in the comic's atmosphere—a mix of the familiar and the uncanny. When asked why people should support this project, Ian puts it simply: “Because you're helping stories like this exist.” Final Takeaway This episode isn't just about a horror comic—it's about storytelling, risk-taking, and the power of direct creative connection. With STASH BOX, Ian Mondrick is building something weird, thoughtful, and terrifying—and he's doing it from the Lehigh Valley. If you love horror, independent art, or just want to see something new, this is the kind of project worth backing. Back the comic or learn more at: www.StashBoxComic.com

Opening Bible verse: Mark 16:19-20 How many of Jesus' closest friends didn't believe that He had risen from the dead? Thomas even had to place his fingers in the wounds of Jesus to finally believe!  How many times have you watched a decluttering video or listened to a decluttering podcast but you still don't believe it's for you? You still don't believe it will make that big of a difference? In today's podcast episode I give you 3 easy guidelines to get you started on your decluttering journey so you'll see some quick results you can actually believe! If you would like to work with me 1:1 via Zoom to begin your decluttering journey, please see my April calendar here: April 1:1 coaching calendar If you are local to me in the Lehigh Valley of Pennsylvania, you can book your in-person 5 hour declutter session via email here: tightshipmama@gmail.com If you would like to be part of the private Facebook group, you can join that here: Pruning To Prosper Facebook Group If you're not into social media, you can join my weekly newsletter mailing and never miss a monthly freebie like a live declutter session, budget Q&A or group rosary. You can sign up here: Weekly Newsletter Sign-Up    

Get More LVWITHLOVE Content Guests: Kostas Hatalis Ph.D – Co-Founder, Alexander Labs; Developer of GoCharlie Paul Gosselin – Co-Founder, Alexander Labs In this episode of the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast, host George Wacker sits down with Paul Gosselin and Kostas Hatalis of Alexander Labs, an AI incubator based in Allentown, Pennsylvania, that's putting the Lehigh Valley back on the innovation map. You'll hear how this growing team is not only building on-premise AI systems and custom large language models, but doing it all from the region that produced the world's first commercial transistors — long before the rise of Silicon Valley. From community collaboration and tech talent to data privacy and enterprise-level solutions, Alexander Labs is working to make AI accessible, secure, and proudly local. To learn more or get in touch, visit: https://alexanderlabs.ai Watch Episode https://youtu.be/onsjG6-KPBQ www.lvwithlove.com Thank you to our Partners! WDIY Lehigh Valley Health Network Wind Creek Event Center Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate Molly’s Irish Grille & Sports Pub Banko Beverage Company Episode Recap Alexander Labs and the Future of AI in the Lehigh Valley “We built the first transistor here.” Kostas Hatalis opens with a bold statement: the Lehigh Valley isn't just a place with warehouses — it was the original Silicon Valley. The region manufactured the world's first commercial transistors in the 1940s, and yet few in tech today give it credit. That legacy is exactly what inspired Alexander Labs, an AI incubator based in Allentown that's trying to bring innovation back home. From Empty Space to AI Lab Paul Gosselin, co-founder of Alexander Labs, walks us through how the project started — with an empty room, a few whiteboards, and a wild idea. Paul had been running software companies when he met Kostas, a Lehigh Ph.D. who had already built his own large language model. They talked, they brainstormed, and soon they realized: “We need to create a lab. One that brings the community in and builds something real.” That idea became Alexander Labs — an incubator not just for AI startups, but for a smarter, more connected Lehigh Valley tech ecosystem. Meet GoCharlie: AI Built in Allentown One of Alexander Labs’ most exciting projects is GoCharlie, a next-generation AI assistant that can write, analyze, and support business operations. But what makes it special isn't just what it does — it's where and how it was built. GoCharlie's models are developed right in Allentown using an approach Kostas calls “small language models.” Instead of billion-dollar infrastructure, these models run on a single GPU or CPU, making them affordable, fast, and customizable for real businesses. In a world where companies send sensitive data into massive black-box systems like ChatGPT, GoCharlie offers something better: AI you can understand, control, and host locally. On-Prem AI and the Power of Local Alexander Labs is also building its own on-prem data center — allowing businesses to plug in directly and run GoCharlie inside their own walls. Paul calls it GoPrem — and it's already helping companies avoid relying on Silicon Valley giants for AI tools. “We're really focused on enterprise,” he says, “but it's more than that — we're helping companies get their data in order, whether structured or unstructured, so they can actually use AI meaningfully.” Cost, Control, and Trust Throughout the conversation, privacy and autonomy come up again and again. Alexander Labs isn't just building AI — they're building trust. Kostas explains how big tech companies are scraping public data to train their models, while businesses are becoming increasingly wary of handing over proprietary information. That's why localized, on-premise AI is such a key differentiator. “You can't just trust Microsoft or Google with everything,” Paul says. “We can offer the same kind of power — but right here in the Valley, with local partnerships and control.” Making the Lehigh Valley a New Kind of Tech Hub Despite the region's rich tech history, the Lehigh Valley hasn't been part of the AI conversation — until now. Alexander Labs is trying to change that. With support from Ben Franklin Technology Partners and other local initiatives, they're helping seed the next wave of innovation. “We're trying to build culture here,” Paul says. “It's not easy. But if we can keep talented students and young founders in the Valley, we can build something real.” What's Next? Looking ahead, the conversation shifts to the future of AI. Kostas explains that the next wave isn't just smarter chatbots — it's AI agents: autonomous systems that can do real work across tools like Slack, Zoom, and WordPress. “If it's a task that can be done remotely, AI is coming for it,” he says. But for Alexander Labs, the goal isn't replacing people — it's empowering them. By creating scalable, local-first AI, they're making sure small businesses can keep up — and even outpace the giants. Final Takeaway This episode isn't just about AI — it's about ownership. It's about building technology that serves local communities, respects data privacy, and creates opportunity where it's needed most. Alexander Labs is betting that the next big thing in tech doesn't have to come from California — it can start in Allentown. And if they're right, the Lehigh Valley may just become the first Silicon Valley all over again.

This week on TABLE TALK, Jeff sat down with the President and General Manager of the Lehigh Valley IronPigs MiLB team, the AAA affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. The start of the ‘Pigs' season has begun! What can families and fans expect to see and experience at Coca-Cola Park in the Lehigh Valley this year? Topics that Kurt and Jeff dove intoThe overall impact of the IronPigs in the Lehigh Valley region of Pennsylvania.How the organization provides quality entertainment for families throughout the year.The importance of keeping the Coca-Cola Park field maintained well year ‘round.A discussion about some of the awesome foods you can eat as part of the fan experience at an IronPigs game.All of this and much more this week on Table Talk!SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: youtube.com/@thephiladelphiasportstableHead over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com.Follow us on BlueSky:Jeff: @jeffwarren.bsky.socialErik: @brickpollitt.bsky.socialFollow us on Threads:Jeff: @mrjeffwarrenErik: @slen1023The Show: @philadelphiasportstableFollow us on Twitter/X:Jeff: @Jeffrey_WarrenErik: @BrickPollittThe Show: @PhiladelphiaPSTFollow the show on Instagram: instagram.com/philadelphiasportstable.

Amy Brooks was invited to pray the rosary with a friend and friend's mom. That one invitation led to a small group of friends who watched "FRIENDS", drank wine, ate chocolate and prayed the rosary together. Decades later that group has grown into a Prayer, Wine, Chocolate Business!  On today's podcast episode, Amy Brooks joins me to talk all about how easy it is to use her guide and host your own Prayer, Wine, Chocolate Retreat. You can purchase your digital guide here: Prayer, Wine, Chocolate Retreat Guide If you are craving authentic Catholic friendship, you are not alone. Give her retreats a try and watch the Holy Spirit start answering your prayers and the prayers of your friend circle. If you would like to be added to my weekly newsletter and never miss a monthly live and free zoom with me, subscribe here: Weekly newsletter If you would like to be part of the private Facebook group, join here: Pruning To Prosper Facebook Group If you would like to schedule a 1:1 coaching call with me: Book Your Coaching Call Today If you live in the Lehigh Valley of Pennsylvania and would like in-home decluttering, please email me at: tightshipmama@gmail.com    

Get More LVWITHLOVE Content Guests: Jackie Bzura – Bicycle Motor Works Megan Lysowski – FEAT (Fostering Equitable Access to Transportation) In this episode of the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast, host George Wacker talks with Jackie Bzura of Bicycle Motor Works and Megan Lysowski of FEAT—Fostering Equitable Access to Transportation. They discuss how a grassroots effort to provide e-bikes to those in need grew into a nonprofit with community partnerships, real impact, and a 90s-themed fundraiser to help fund their next set of bikes. FEAT is a Bethlehem-based nonprofit providing electric bikes, safety training, and gear to people in the Lehigh Valley who need reliable, affordable transportation. The idea came together through Bicycle Motor Works and expanded with the support of Chris Briggs of Bethlehem eBike, who played a key role in bringing the initial team together and helping shape the program from the ground up. With leadership from community advocate Megan Lysowski, FEAT has grown into a fully active nonprofit. EVENT PAGE: www.bicyclemotorworks.com/event-list FEAT page: www.featpa.com/ Watch Episode https://youtu.be/CpIFveEnMTY www.lvwithlove.com Thank you to our Partners! WDIY Lehigh Valley Health Network Wind Creek Event Center Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate Molly’s Irish Grille & Sports Pub Banko Beverage Company Episode Recap Pedaling for Change: How a Grassroots Effort Became a Community-Driven E-Bike Movement Partnering with organizations like Café the Lodge and the Family Self-Sufficiency Program, FEAT identifies individuals who would benefit most from access to an e-bike. Using a one-to-one model—one person, one bike—they equip recipients with more than just wheels. Each person receives the tools and training they need to ride safely and confidently, including gear like locks, air pumps, and backpacks. The organization officially became a nonprofit under the fiscal sponsorship of Humanitarian Social Innovations in early 2024. That milestone has allowed FEAT to grow its fundraising efforts and expand community outreach. One of their first major fundraisers is happening on April 5: Rave Revival – Pedaling for Change, a 90s-themed dance party at Sokols in South Bethlehem. The event features DJ Brad Scott, glowsticks at the door, and plenty of nostalgia-fueled energy. Tickets are $15 at the door or online at bicyclemotorworks.com under the Events tab. All proceeds will go directly toward placing another e-bike with someone in need, as identified by FEAT's outreach partners. With the rising cost of transportation and growing demand for affordable, eco-friendly alternatives, FEAT is helping to bridge the gap—one bike at a time. To learn more about FEAT or get involved, visit featpa.com.

Today, the Safari heads back to the Lehigh Valley Zoo to talk to Dani DiMarco about all the things. We catch up on what's new since our last interview, we go wander the zoo together and talk about some new and cool animals, and so much more. This is just one of those conversations where two friends just chat animals and zoos and have the best time! EPISODE LINKS: @lvzoo on socials lvzoo.org ROSSIFARI LINKS: @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok Rossifari.com patreon.com/rossifari for stickers

Shawn Lemon is the founder of The Digital Organizer where he's been helping individuals and businesses for the past 11 years overhaul their digital world to create order out of chaos. https://thedigitalorganizer.com If you want to sit in church on Easter Sunday feeling like you've had a productive Lent, let's schedule a 1:1 coaching call. We can work together to set decluttering goals, prayer life goals or perhaps you just need the accountability. If the days/times listed don't work for you, just email me and see if we can find an agreeable time to meet Schedule 1:1 coaching here Every month I offer free live zoom calls with the Pruning To Prosper community. Be sure to sign up for the weekly newsletter to receive the zoom links and relevant topics for the week. Weekly Newsletter Sign Up If you want to join our private Facebook group, click here: Pruning To Prosper Facebook Group If you are local to me in the Lehigh Valley of Pennsylvania and want to schedule an in-person declutter session, please email me at: tightshipmama@gmail.com  

Most people listening to this podcast want to invest in real estate, but fear, doubt, and imposter syndrome hold them back. Kyle Price was no different. As a traveling physical therapist from Philadelphia, he and his wife knew they wanted to build long-term wealth—but analysis paralysis and uncertainty kept them on the sidelines.In this episode, Kyle shares how he broke through those barriers, took action, and closed his first rental property in just 90 days. From finding the right deal to navigating closing delays and managing from a distance, Kyle reveals exactly how he secured a multifamily property in Lehigh Valley, PA, using just 3.5% down with an FHA loan.More importantly, Kyle gets real about the challenges every new investor faces and explains how having the right roadmap, guidance, and mentorship made all the difference. If you've ever doubted yourself or felt overwhelmed by real estate investing, Kyle's story proves you can do it too.If you're ready to secure your first or next rental property in 2025, DM us on Instagram (@wealthjuiceofficial) and let's make it happen for you too.  RESOURCES