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Missed this morning's Prospector Show on ROCK 107? Catch up with Prospector's Prime Cuts, your daily recap of the funniest moments from NEPA's morning radio show. On today's episode: • Top 5 Reasons Scranton Is Better Than Williamsport — nothing personal, Williamsport. Okay, maybe a little personal. Prospector makes the case for why the Electric City has you beat. • Am I A Jerk? — Prospector is sitting in the doctor's office, finds a magazine article about cycling he wants to keep... and rips it right out of the magazine. The receptionist immediately calls him out. Is he a jerk, or is an old waiting-room magazine fair game? • What Does “Plain” Mean on a Burger? — you order a burger “plain.” What should show up? Just meat and a bun?Or does “plain” still include the standard ketchup, mustard, pickles and onions? Apparently, “plain” isn't nearly as clear as it sounds. • Prospector's Prank Call — Prospector calls a guy with some exciting news: his tickets to a male dance revue are ready! One problem. He insists he never ordered them. Prospector is just trying to make sure the man doesn't miss the show he absolutely, positively says he isn't going to. Plus more weird, funny, and completely unnecessary moments from the show. Stay caught up on Northeast PA radio, Scranton, Am I A Jerk, Prospector Prank Calls, burger arguments, listener debates, and the daily nonsense you might have missed on the Prospector Show.

Moose, Mayes, & Danielle are LIVE from the annual NEPA Invitational at the Country Club of Scranton and are joined by several special guests. The TopDog Top 5, The Tea with D See The Line with Bet Parx.

Walter and 84-year-old Byzantine Catholic priest and military chaplain Father Jim Drucker dive headfirst into the unexplained—debating whether Antarctica's secret Ice Wall hides the lost city of Atlantis, exploring whether UFOs are advanced alien scientists or satanic forces, and uncovering the real-life Scranton priest who inspired The ExorcistBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-other-side-of-midnight-with-walter-sterling--7177415/support.

The Laurie Cadden Show from September 19, 2026: Laurie shares details on Hospice of the Sacred Heart's 2026 Remembrance Walk, happening September 26 at McDade Park. Then, Hayden Richner from Alter Bar Scranton and Alter House joins Laurie and Shannon to talk about Alter's new Scranton location—and the Apple Bottom & Uggs fall mocktail they're bringing to UNC's Frolic: Harvest at the Hilton presented by PNC, on October 1. Plus, Hollie Suraci of ERA One Source Realty takes some of the mystery out of closing on a home, from projected closing dates to lenders, banks, and choosing the right agent.

This week we're breaking down “Company Picnic” and it's the 100th episode of “The Office”! All the branches of Dunder Mifflin gather for a company-wide picnic. Michael reconnects with Holly and the Scranton branch comes together to slay at some volleyball until Pam and Jim discover some very surprising news. The ladies break down why this episode needed “special business performers”, Angela reveals some epic volleyball moves and Jenna shares how the big season finale news was kept under wraps. So grab your soup snake and enjoy this very special episode! Link to Jennie Tan's “Company Picnic” write-up on “Office Tally”: https://www.officetally.com/the-office-company-picnic Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestion Follow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodFollow Us on YouTubeFollow Us on TikTok

Missed this morning's Prospector Show on ROCK 107? Catch up with Prospector's Prime Cuts, your daily recap of the funniest moments from NEPA's morning radio show. On today's episode: • The Things Prospector Believes — Prospector once again shares the odd observations, questionable theories, and personal rules rattling around inside his head. • What's a Local Name You STILL Use? — NEPA loves refusing to acknowledge that places have changed names. Maybe you still call it The Globe Store, the Paramount, Montage Mountain, or something that's been gone so long your kids have no idea what you're talking about. We hear the local names you refuse to give up. • Your Whole Life Is a Lie: Play-Doh — Play-Doh wasn't invented as a children's toy. It started life as a product for cleaning soot off wallpaper before somebody realized kids had a lot more fun playing with it. Your childhood modeling compound began as a household cleaner. • Classical Rock — your tickets to see Trans-Siberian Orchestra November 24 at Mohegan Arena are waiting for you. Claim them when we mash the worlds of classical music and classic rock together for another round of Classical Rock. • Prospector's Yambag of the Day Plus more weird, funny, local, and completely unnecessary moments from the show. Stay caught up on Northeast PA radio, NEPA nostalgia, Scranton and Wilkes-Barre memories, classic rock, Play-Doh history, Trans-Siberian Orchestra, and the daily nonsense you might have missed on the Prospector Show.

Daniel Scranton channels the 9D Arcturian Council in this Portal To Ascension "Embracing Contact" transmission, and the collective's message on ET contact is unusually specific. Speaking through Scranton, the Arcturians argue contact begins not with a landing but with self-acceptance: embrace yourself, your shadow, your differences, and the crowded "full sky" of ships, orbs, and portals they say already surrounds Earth. Weigh it how you like, but note the concrete claims — face-to-face meetings with Pleiadians and hybrids while the 9D beings stay non-physical, a coming wave of mental-health upheaval as worldviews collapse, and reassurance that this is neither rescue nor invasion. The most buried detail? A quiet prophecy that the very family members who called you the weird "black sheep" will be the first to phone you when ships appear.

This week we're breaking down “Casual Friday”, and the ladies talk with the actor behind the famous chili cold open, Brain Baumgartner! Brian, who played Kevin Malone, shares how he got his role and what it was like to play this oddball accountant. Afterwards the ladies discuss the. episode. Michael is back as the Dunder Mifflin manager of the Scranton branch and he reinstates Casual Friday. He also seems to be giving preferential treatment to Pam and Ryan causing resentment among some of the other employees. Kate Flannery sends in a clip about her famous wardrobe malfunction, Angela shares a deleted scene where Creed reveals what he calls the breakroom, and Jenna does an amazing deep dive on invisible ink. This is a great episode, the trick is to undercook the onions.Check out Brian Baumgartner's new book “Welcome to Dunder Mifflin: The Ultimate Oral History of the Office”: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/welcome-to-dunder-mifflin-brian-baumgartnerben-silverman?variant=33080663080994Take writing classes with Brent Forrester: https://www.brentforrester.comCheck out “Baking with Josh and Ange”: https://www.bakingwithjoshandange.comOffice Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestion Follow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodFollow Us on YouTubeFollow Us on TikTok

“I follow Paul.” “I follow Apollos.” The Christians in Corinth are picking sides, and Paul has a pointed question for them: Was your favorite preacher crucified for you? As we begin our study of 1 Corinthians, Paul addresses a divided church as saints, gives thanks for the grace God has given them, and calls them back to the crucified Savior whose name they bear in Baptism.  The Rev. John Zimmerman, pastor of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Scranton, Pennsylvania, and St. John's Lutheran Church in Pittston, Pennsylvania, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study 1 Corinthians 1:1-17.  To learn more about Immanuel in Scranton, visit immanuelscranton.org. What happens when Christians turn their pastors into rival teams, take one another to court, and leave their neighbors hungry at the Lord's Supper? Corinth gives Paul plenty to write about. Questions about marriage, meat sacrificed to idols, spiritual gifts, and the resurrection bring the apostle into the daily life of a church struggling with pride and division. Through it all, he keeps bringing them back to Christ crucified and risen.  In 2 Corinthians, the strained relationship between Paul and the people he loves brings its own painful questions about forgiveness, faithful ministry, suffering, and weakness. These letters give us the treasure in jars of clay, the promise of resurrection, and the assurance that Christ's grace is sufficient. Join Thy Strong Word as we study 1 and 2 Corinthians verse by verse and hear what God speaks to a troubled church He has called His own.  Thy Strong Word, hosted by Rev. Dr. Phil Booe, pastor of St. John Lutheran Church of Luverne, MN, reveals the light of our salvation in Christ through study of God's Word, breaking our darkness with His redeeming light. Each weekday, two pastors fix our eyes on Jesus by considering Holy Scripture, verse by verse, in order to be strengthened in the Word and be equipped to faithfully serve in our daily vocations. Submit comments or questions to: thystrongword@kfuo.org.

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What does it really take to turn an idea into an independent movie?For filmmakers Sarah T. Schwab and Brian Long, the answer involves years of persistence, fundraising, creative risk, trusted collaborators, a willingness to hear “no” and, occasionally, getting very close to a tarantula.On this episode of HarmonyTALK, host Lisa Champeau sits down with the co-founders of Cardinal Flix, the independent production company behind Life After You, A Stage of Twilight and Crybaby Bridge, for a candid look at what happens long before a movie reaches the screen.Schwab and Long talk about launching Cardinal Flix during the pandemic, raising money for independent films, attracting accomplished actors, surviving high-pressure shoots and discovering that sometimes the only way forward is to stop waiting for someone else to open the door.They also take us inside Arachnophilia, Schwab's new psychological thriller inspired in part by her own lifelong fear of spiders. The film is preparing to shoot in Scranton and Northeastern Pennsylvania, where Cardinal Flix sees the potential for something much bigger than a single production.For Schwab and Long, independent filmmaking is equal parts storytelling, entrepreneurship and leap of faith. Their journey offers a revealing look at what it takes to spin an idea into a movie, and why they believe NEPA could become an important part of what comes next.

The Laurie Cadden Show from August 29, 2026: Laurie and producer Shannon are talking back to school, girl power, and the story behind Frances Willard — plus all the latest happenings at United Neighborhood Centers! Then, Julianne Cucura, Development Director of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeastern Pennsylvania, shares details about Champion of Youth, happening September 10 at The Banks in Pittston, supporting local youth and honoring four community advocates — including Laurie Cadden! And retired firefighter/EMT and local author Vince Sardo joins Laurie to talk about his newest book, Kick the Door In: Five Proven Pathways to Living Your Dream, and his September 4 First Friday book signing at The Art Haus in Scranton.

In this special episode of the Talk of Fame Podcast, I had the incredible opportunity to visit Scranton Girls Rock's 2026 Summer Camp to lead a podcasting workshop and sit down with one of the camp's amazing bands, Rain Drop.For many of these talented young musicians, this was their very first podcast interview. It was inspiring to watch them step behind the microphone, build confidence, and share their creativity, experiences, and passion for music. Their enthusiasm and authenticity made this conversation one I'll never forget.A special thank you to Scranton Girls Rock for inviting me to be part of such an empowering program, and to Amber Viola for all of her support in making this experience possible. I hope you enjoy hearing from the members of Rain Drop as much as I enjoyed getting to know them. This episode is a celebration of creativity, confidence, and the next generation of musicians finding their voices.Follow Me:Instagram:@Officialkyliemontigney@TalkoffamepodFacebook:OfficialkyliemontigneyTalkoffameTwitter:@Kyliemontigney4About Me:Hi, I'm Kylie! I'm passionate about sports, spending time with family, traveling, and connecting with people who inspire me. I love listening to people's stories and sharing their journeys with the world

Eftersom det inte utannonserats vad detta avsnitt kommer handla om bjuder augusti på en överraskning!Det är dags att prata om The Paper – en spin-off till den omåttligt älskade mockumentären The Office US, vilken utspelar sig på en tidningsredaktion i Toledo som ligger en arbetsdag i bilrestid från Scranton.En tidning är ett fönster mot världen som öppnas varje morgon!

Eftersom det inte utannonserats vad detta avsnitt kommer handla om bjuder augusti på en överraskning!Det är dags att prata om The Paper – en spin-off till den omåttligt älskade mockumentären The Office US, vilken utspelar sig på en tidningsredaktion i Toledo som ligger en arbetsdag i bilrestid från Scranton.En tidning är ett fönster mot världen som öppnas varje morgon!

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Whether it's from a rooftop in Spain or a mountain top in Italy, Lacey Cook is moving with intention. And she's harnessed the power and insight from the lessons she's learned through her cultural experiences and education to help others learn skills to move with intention through their lives. I hope you'll join us this week by listening in on our fun and energetic conversation about Lacey's time spent living in Croatia, Dubai, Italy and Spain. Learn what lessons she's taken away about humanity and why she's chosen to return to the United States to build a new dream with her partner Ivan. Explore what Lacey and Ivan offer at Move with Intention by clicking here. If you live in NEPA, check out their upcoming events in Scranton at The Rooftop at Oppenheim on August 31 and at Joy World Wealth Partners on September 9. My heart is full of gratitude for my weekly podcast sponsors who help to make important conversations with women each week possible.Check out my sponsor Healthy Lifestyle Management with Lisa Rigau. Learn about her upcoming 8-week MBSR course and to register, ⁠click here⁠. Learn about Lisa's free monthly virtual meditation and other wellness services at her ⁠website EatBreatheMoveLive.comIn addition to Healthy Lifestyle Management, my other amazing podcast sponsor is Reinvented Threads with Gabby Lynn. Gabby is incredibly creative and passionate about sustainability. She creates beautiful handmade items from materials she finds at thrift stores, yard sales and what is gifted to her from friends who understand her mission. Check out Gabby's beautiful handbags, hats and more and learn where you can find her vending at ⁠Reinvented Threads.com. ⁠Be sure to follow Funny Wine Girl Jeannine on Facebook and Instagram to stay in the know. If you would like to help boost this podcast with a $25 anniversary sponsorship "Cheers to Five Years" or learn about podcast sponsorship packages for entrepreneurs and businesses, message Jeannine.Luby@gmail.com. Please remember that you can also support the podcast by sharing the show with a friend or foe and by writing a review or clicking on five stars. I appreciate you from the bottom of my heart and the bottom of my wine glass.

This week on Office Ladies 6.0, Jenna and Angela welcome the incredible Randall Park, who gives the full play-by-play of his whirlwind shoot on The Office for the iconic cold open in Andy's Ancestry. The ladies also chat with Randall about his career beyond Scranton, including working with Keanu Reeves in Always Be My Maybe and his recent stint on Netflix's The Residence. Plus, he joins the ladies for a fan chit-chat, settling an important potato-related debate, and the ladies talk all about doing press on The Office. So, clear your calendar, grab your favorite potato dish... and enjoy!Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question for Around the Town, Chit Chat, and Second Drink favorite moment: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestion Follow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodFollow Us on YouTubeFollow Us on TikTok

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On this episode of the Happy Hour, Michael, Anna and Anthony discuss the politician on their playlist: Rob Bresnahan, the freshman Republican Congressman from Pennsylvania's 8th district. He ran on the platform of banning congressional stock trading and guess what he's done in the two years in office? Make over 600 stock trades !!! He claims it's all legit and done through a broker, but Paige Cognetti, the Democratic Mayor of Scranton isn't having it. That's why she's challenging him for his seat and she's ahead in the polls. Any guesses on what her big campaign platform pitch is? ...ban congressional stock trading. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today's episode is about the Slovak inventor Jozef Murgaš. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn about the Slovak conjunction či. You will also learn how to ask “Would you be able to help me?" in Slovak.Episode notesIn today's episode, I'm talking about the Slovak inventor Jozef Murgaš. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn about the Slovak conjunction či. You will also learn how to ask “Would you be able to help me?" in Slovak.Slovak lesson1.    Neviem, či príde. (I don't know whether he will come.)2.    Opýtaj sa ho, či má čas. (Ask him whether he has time.)3.    Nie som si istý, či je to pravda. (I am not sure whether it is true.)4.    Viete, či tu bol môj brat? (Do you know whether my brother was here?)5.    Viete, či majú otvorené? (Do you know if they are open?)6.    Viete, či je niekto doma? (Do you know if anyone is home?)7.    Chceš kávu, či čaj? (Do you want coffee or tea?)8.    Byť, či nebyť? (To be, or not to be?)9.    Neviem, či mám ísť do kina, či ostať doma. (I don't know whether I should go to the cinema or stay at home.)10. Či by ste mi mohli pomôcť? (Would you be able to help me?)Jozef MurgašJozef Murgaš bol slovenský kňaz, vynálezca, zberateľ, umelec a komunitný vodca, ktorého život spojil vieru, vedu a službu. Narodil sa na Slovensku v Tajove v roku 1864.  Pre svoju ranú prácu v oblasti bezdrôtovej komunikácie bol známy ako „rozhlasový kňaz“. Po presťahovaní sa do Wilkes-Barre v Pensylvánii, USA vybudoval laboratórium, získal niekoľko amerických patentov a v roku 1905 úspešne vyslal rádiovú správu medzi Wilkes-Barre a Scrantonom. Murgaš tiež podporoval slovenských prisťahovalcov, pomáhal budovať komunitné inštitúcie, písal pre slovenské noviny a zohral úlohu v slovenskom hnutí v Amerike. Jeho príbeh nám pripomína, že zvedavosť, kreativita a služba môžu zanechať trvalý signál naprieč generáciami.TRANSLATIONJozef Murgaš was a Slovak priest, inventor, collector, artist, and community leader whose life combined faith, science, and service. He was born in Tajov, Slovakia, in 1864. He was known as the “radio priest” for his early work in wireless communications. After moving to Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, USA, he built a laboratory, received several U.S. patents, and successfully transmitted a radio message between Wilkes-Barre and Scranton in 1905. Murgaš also supported Slovak immigrants, helped build community institutions, wrote for Slovak newspapers, and played a role in the Slovak movement in America. His story reminds us that curiosity, creativity, and service can leave a lasting mark across generations.Timestamps00:36 Introduction to the episode02:14 About Jozef Murgaš03:09 Fun fact 111:50 Fun fact 212:29 Slovak lesson15:35 Sentences19:44 Summary about Jozef Murgaš in Slovak20:57 Translation of the summary22:03 Final thoughtsIf you have any questions, send it to my email hello@bozenasslovak.com. Check my  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bozenasslovak/ where I am posting the pictures of what I am talking about on my podcast. Also, check my website  https://www.bozenasslovak.com© All copywrites reserved to Bozena Ondova Hilko LLC

Happy Tuesday, Christmas Fanatics! This week, the elves are heading back to Dunder Mifflin for a little Christmas déjà vu! We know we've already talked about The Office's Christmas episodes, but now we're diving into the extended editions, and we think you know these elves aren't complaining about talking the Office. Anthony, Julia, and Thom kick things off with "Christmas Party", the Season 2 classic featuring Michael's disastrous Secret Santa, an iPod, a teapot, Yankee Swap (or Dirty Santa, or whatever you call it where you live), and one very memorable Christmas card. Then it's off to "Moroccan Christmas," where Phyllis takes control of the Party Planning Committee, Meredith catches fire, Dwight sells Princess Unicorn dolls, and Angela's carefully guarded secret threatens to become very public knowledge. But this time, we're not just talking about the episodes we already know and love. We're digging into the extended and deleted scenes, the little character moments that got left on the cutting-room floor, and all the extra bits that somehow make these episodes feel even more like Christmas. Also discussed this episode: pumpkin spice season is upon us; Universal Passholder Night; Harry Potter and the upcoming Gilderoy Lockhart casting; Ted Lasso; Spider-Man; the increasingly bizarre world of twisted childhood movies; Dungeon Crawler Carl spoilers; Spirit Halloween; Ebenezer and Violent Night 2 trailers; the return of Ghosts; British Christmas specials; the history of Benihana; Danny DeVito/Jimothy; The X-Files; Steve Carell aging like fine wine; and our ongoing inability to stay on topic for more than approximately twelve seconds. So grab your Christmas sweater, pour yourself something festive, and settle in for another trip to Scranton with your favorite misfit toys. And yes... Belschnickel is coming. As always, thanks for listening, y'all! ❤️

This episode originally aired February 1, 2022. Amy Ferris writes like a dream. About love. Also: strength, humanity, depression, aging, inspiration, resilience. But mostly about love. It's kind of her thing—a thing that led her to her first gig as a collaborator, a dual memoir from Joseph "Rev Run" Simmons and Justine Simmons called Old School Love. Amy's worked primarily as an essayist, an editor, a screenwriter and playwright. She's even published a young adult novel called A Greater Goode. She made a whole bunch of noise with the publication of her 2009 breakout book, Marrying George Clooney: Confessions from a Midlife Crisis, a wildly funny and yet achingly wistful collection of middle-of-the-night musings on life and death and connectedness. (Don't just take our word for it: The New York Times called it "poignant, free-wheeling, cranky and funny.") The book helped to establish Amy as a voice of her generation and a leading champion of women and women's issues. She is the co-editor of anthology Dancing at the Shame Prom: Sharing the Stories That Kept Us Small, and editor of Shades of Blue: Writers on Depression, Suicide and Feeling Blue, a collection of essays that looked to shine meaningful light on the shadow of depression. She is a founding board member of the Scranton, PA-based Pages & Places Literary Festival, a co-director of the Story Summit Writer's School, and a frequent guest at writer's conferences and workshops all over the world. Amy has written for both television and film. Her screenplay, "Funny Valentines," was directed by Julie Dash and was nominated for a best screenplay (BET) award in 2000. She co-wrote the film "Mr. Wonderful," directed by Anthony Minghella. Updates on Amy since episode aired: Marrying George Clooney was adapted into a play and staged at the CAP21 Theater Company. Another run of performances is scheduled for September 2026 at Haddonfield Plays and Players in Haddonfield, N.J. Her most recent memoir, Amy in Retrograde: Desperately Seeking Rewiring, was published earlier this year. A previous memoir, Mighty Gorgeous: A Little Book About Messy Love, was published in 2023. In memory of her husband, the acclaimed cameraman and cinematographer Ken Ferris, she has established the Ken Ferris Scholarship for Women Writers through the Noom Miracle writing workshops. Learn more about Amy Ferris: Website Twitter Please support the sponsors who support our show: Ritani Jewelers Daniel Paisner's Balloon Dog Daniel Paisner's SHOW: The Making and Unmaking of a Network Television Pilot Heaven Help Us by John Kasich Unforgiving: Lessons from the Fall by Lindsey Jacobellis Film Movement Plus (PODCAST) | 30% discount Libro.fm (ASTOLDTO) | 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 when you start your membership Film Freaks Forever! podcast, hosted by Mark Jordan Legan and Phoef Sutton Everyday Shakespeare podcast A Mighty Blaze podcast The Writer's Bone Podcast Network Misfits Market (WRITERSBONE) | $15 off your first order  Film Movement Plus (PODCAST) | 30% discount Wizard Pins (WRITERSBONE) | 20% discount

Partnered with Broadcast and Media Relation Manager of the Columbia Fireflies, John Kocsis, Jr., Here is your Columbia Fireflies Update!Thanks to Cake (the band) for our Columbia Fireflies Update Music Bed; "Shadow Stabbing."John Kocsis, Jr. | "Play-by-Play from the Minors: Profiles of Baseball Broadcasters from Scranton to Yakima"Barrett Gruber | LinktreeThe All About Nothing: Podcast | LinktreeColumbia Fireflies | MiLB.comJohn Kocsis, Jr. TwitterClick here for Episode Show Notes!As always, "The All About Nothing: Podcast" is owned and distributed by BIG Media LLC!Check out our network of fantastic podcasts!Click Here to see available advertising packages!Click Here for information on the "Fair Use Copyright Notice" for this podcast.

Partnered with Broadcast and Media Relation Manager of the Columbia Fireflies, John Kocsis, Jr., Here is your Columbia Fireflies Update!Thanks to Cake (the band) for our Columbia Fireflies Update Music Bed; "Shadow Stabbing."John Kocsis, Jr. | "Play-by-Play from the Minors: Profiles of Baseball Broadcasters from Scranton to Yakima"Barrett Gruber | LinktreeThe All About Nothing: Podcast | LinktreeColumbia Fireflies | MiLB.comJohn Kocsis, Jr. TwitterClick here for Episode Show Notes!As always, "The All About Nothing: Podcast" is owned and distributed by BIG Media LLC!Check out our network of fantastic podcasts!Click Here to see available advertising packages!Click Here for information on the "Fair Use Copyright Notice" for this podcast.

Welcome to the latest episode of Lunch with Shelley with today's very special guest Tommy McFly!  Tommy is an award-winning broadcaster known for his work as a correspondent & an anchor. With nearly 20 years of experience in events, television, content & radio, he has an uncanny ability to tell stories that center on real people and bring broader issues to light. Tommy started in broadcasting at just 15 years old in his hometown of Scranton, Pennsylvania. After moving to Washington, D.C., to produce the Jack Diamond Morning Show on Mix 107.3, he became the city's youngest morning radio host at age 24 with the launch of The Tommy Show on 94.7 Fresh FM. Nearly a decade later, Tommy and longtime co-host Kelly Collis left traditional radio to launch their own streaming show and podcast. He became a contributor to NBC4 in 2010 and then spent time at WJLA and WUSA before returning back to NBC 4 when he relaunched his program “The Scene”. Want to join us for ice cream for lunch? Grab a seat with us at his husband Chrys's fantastic Greek ice cream shop called YALA  while we enjoy lots of delicious ice cream and Greek wine, and chat about Tommy's amazing career, his work with Best Buddies, what he wants this next decade to look like, dogs of course, and lots more!Check us out at www.lunchwithshelley.com or wherever you get your favorite podcasts, and in the meantime, and as always, Peace, Love and Lunch!

Rabbi Avi Horowitz grew up in Scranton, PA. He studied in Baltimore in Yeshivat Ner Israel where he received his Semicha. He has a Masters in Philosophy from Johns Hopkins University in Maryland. He studied at YU at Azrieli where he received a Masters in Education. Rabbi Horowitz was a community rabbi and school principal for 23 years in Santiago, Chile. In 2019, he made Aliyah and started an elementary school in Israel. Now he's a tour guide and works for Moreshet Hakotel in the Old City. Rabbi Horowitz is also completing a Masters in Jewish History. He's married with six children and many grandchildren. He loves biking and tennis. www.rootsandroutesisrael.com/home-1-2https://www.maagalot.orgGems:If you can't explain complex ideas to laymen, then you can't understand what you're learning.Make sure to get a mentor.Knowing Hebrew as a Jew is completely different.Help students feel comfortable with the basics of the language and Tanach.Expose students to Israeli culture.Jewish education is about building relationships.Students need us to be the “guide on the side”. Education is passed down parents to children first.Return to the basics.Book: Wisdom of Jewish EducatorsFeaturing 100 of the most notable tips from educators who were featured on the podcast.TikvahTikvah focuses on Classical Jewish Education.Wellnesse Natural Personal Care ProductsWellnesse was founded by a mom who wanted healthier options for families. Check out my unique link!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

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On this week's Talkhouse Podcast, we've got a great chat between two rockers whose bands tuck classic-sounding songs into punk-inspired packages: It's Brian Fallon of the Gaslight Anthem and Greg Barnett of the Menzingers. The Menzingers are one of those bands that are sort of easy to take for granted: They've released a steady string of punk anthems for 20 years, and their songs are as reliable as the sunrise. But when you step back and take a look at their catalog, it's pretty massively impressive. The Scranton, Pennsylvania band just released their eighth album, Everything I Ever Saw, and it's as big and catchy as you'd hope. They'll head out on a US tour this fall with one of their big inspirations, Hot Water Music, in the opening slot. Check out "Chance Encounters” from Everything I Ever Saw right here. The other half of today's conversation, Brian Fallon, fronts a band of a similar age and sound as The Menzingers, though as you'll hear in this conversation, his band took a chunky hiatus a while back. The Gaslight Anthem broke through back in 2008 with the instant classic album The ‘59 Sound, which won them acclaim from fans, music writers, other bands, and even their fellow New Jersey-ite Bruce Springsteen. The Gaslight Anthem seemed to split in 2015 but have since reformed; during that time, Fallon also amassed a catalog of solo records, and he's got another great one on the horizon. Not Bad for New Jersey will be out in September, accompanied by a big tour. The album features his usual anthemic songs plus fun guest appearances from Brandon Flowers of the Killers, among others. Check out the song “Pearls” from Not Bad For New Jersey right here, and again, it's out in September and available to pre-order now. In this chat, Fallon and Barnett talk about their lengthy shared history, about stretching out sonically, about their mutual friend Wicca Phase Springs Eternal—including a story about a high school battle of the bands—and much more. Enjoy. 0:00 Introduction 2:47 Start of conversation, touring, and releasing new albums 4:10 On dogs, new babies, and raising kids 6:41 On tour openers, Tiger's Jaw, and learning from Adam McIlwee 11:28 On learning guitar and songwriting by watching friends, and interesting chords 12:50 On the songwriting process and making iPhone demos 15:42 On the connection between vocals and drums 16:32 On having a recognizable sound, and dealing with reviews and public opinions about your work 20:02 On feeling like you're creating “real” songs, and how the music industry affects your perceptions 21:43 On the Menzingers' newest album, and the inspiration for the title track 23:49 On feeling inspired by other bands' live gigs 25:51 On their bands turning 20, celebrating together, and early recordings 29:16 On their experiences with different record labels, and which ones support artists' growth 34:58 On how solo work is different from working with their bands, and loving what they do Thanks for listening to the Talkhouse Podcast, and thanks to Greg Barnett and Brian Fallon for chatting. If you like what you heard, please follow Talkhouse on your favorite podcasting platform, and check out all the great stuff at Talkhouse.com. This episode was produced by Myron Kaplan, and the Talkhouse theme was composed and performed by the Range. See you next time! Find more illuminating podcasts on the ⁠⁠⁠Talkhouse Podcast Network⁠⁠⁠. Visit ⁠⁠⁠talkhouse.com⁠⁠⁠ to read essays, reviews, and more. Follow @talkhouse on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Twitter (X)⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠.

2 - Scott Presler joins us for another conversation this Monday afternoon. Which counties is he looking to in order to clean their voter rolls? Which ones have not been compliant? Was there another voter registration purge in PA today? What other work is Scott proud of today? What's next for Scott? 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 225 - Is there a gas pumping loophole in New Jersey? 235 - Why is Dom going to be looking at PA State Senate races at the midterms? Will Dom end up in Scranton? Your calls. 250 - The Lightning Round!

12 - Dom is back from vacation and is fired up! Didn't he call that LeBron would be a Sixer? Does Dom have the key to the midterms? 1210 - Side - old 1215 - What politicians does this NJ driving range have as targets? 1220 - What is Mamdani's vision for supermarkets in NYC? 1230 - Your calls. 1250 - Wrapping up the hour. 1 - PA State Rep. Donna Scheuren joins us today and she is irate about the nonsense from Democrats regarding the second-degree murder controversy in the state. How did Democrats change up the wording of the bill at the last second? Will second degree murder offenders get parole? Who can give prisoners final rulings as to whether they can be released early? Why did every Democrat vote for this? What happens next? 120 - Temporary Protected Status is over! But who is fighting back against it? More calls. 135 - Can Child Wealth Programs help poverty in Philadelphia? 150 - Dom Giordano Presents: Progressive Women Gone Wild! 2 - Scott Presler joins us for another conversation this Monday afternoon. Which counties is he looking to in order to clean their voter rolls? Which ones have not been compliant? Was there another voter registration purge in PA today? What other work is Scott proud of today? What's next for Scott? 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 225 - Is there a gas pumping loophole in New Jersey? 235 - Why is Dom going to be looking at PA State Senate races at the midterms? Will Dom end up in Scranton? Your calls. 250 - The Lightning Round!

At Chaco Canyon in the New Mexico desert lie the ruins of a once vibrant and extensive Ancestral Puebloan civilisation. Sometime in the 12th century the society fell into decline, as a fifty-year drought may have helped to push the settlement to collapse. ‘How is it that a complex society like Chaco could survive one drought but not another?' Roy Scranton asks near the start of ‘Impasse: Climate Change and the Limits of Progress' (2025). For Scranton, the fate of the civilisation at Chaco Canyon is a microcosm for the crisis now confronting humanity. The challenges we face, from climate change to political instability, are so intractable in part because of their complexity. In this episode, Meehan and Peter discuss Scranton's analysis of our predicament and his proposal for ‘ethical pessimism', based on resistance to our bias for optimism, as a way of coping with an uncertain future. Non-subscribers will only hear an extract from this episode. To listen in full, and to all our other Close Readings series, sign up: Directly in Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lrb.me/applecrna⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ture⁠⁠ In other podcast apps: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lrb.me/closereadingsna⁠⁠⁠ture Further reading: Adam Tooze: Trouble Transitioning: ⁠https://lrb.me/nicep8tooze⁠ Further listening: Meehan Crist's series on 'Climate, Politics and Procreation' on the LRB Podcast: ⁠https://lrb.me/meehanpod⁠ Get in touch: podcasts@lrb.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special episode of the Talk of Fame Podcast, I had the incredible opportunity to visit Scranton Girls Rock's 2026 Summer Camp to lead a podcasting workshop and sit down with one of the camp's amazing bands, Sludge Monster.For many of these talented young musicians, this was their very first podcast interview. It was inspiring to watch them step behind the microphone, build confidence, and share their creativity, experiences, and passion for music. Their enthusiasm and authenticity made this conversation one I'll never forget.A special thank you to Scranton Girls Rock for inviting me to be part of such an empowering program, and to Amber Viola for all of her support in making this experience possible. I hope you enjoy hearing from the members of Sludge Monster as much as I enjoyed getting to know them. This episode is a celebration of creativity, confidence, and the next generation of musicians finding their voices.Follow Me:Instagram:@Officialkyliemontigney@TalkoffamepodFacebook:OfficialkyliemontigneyTalkoffameTwitter:@Kyliemontigney4About Me:Hi, I'm Kylie! I'm passionate about sports, spending time with family, traveling, and connecting with people who inspire me. I love listening to people's stories and sharing their journeys with the world

Partnered with Broadcast and Media Relation Manager of the Columbia Fireflies, John Kocsis, Jr., Here is your Columbia Fireflies Update!Thanks to Cake (the band) for our Columbia Fireflies Update Music Bed; "Shadow Stabbing."John Kocsis, Jr. | "Play-by-Play from the Minors: Profiles of Baseball Broadcasters from Scranton to Yakima"Barrett Gruber | LinktreeThe All About Nothing: Podcast | LinktreeColumbia Fireflies | MiLB.comJohn Kocsis, Jr. TwitterClick here for Episode Show Notes!As always, "The All About Nothing: Podcast" is owned and distributed by BIG Media LLC!Check out our network of fantastic podcasts!Click Here to see available advertising packages!Click Here for information on the "Fair Use Copyright Notice" for this podcast.Mentioned in this episode:BIG Media Copyright 2026BIG Media LLCCheck Your Voter RegistrationVisit https://theallaboutnothing.com/voter to check your registration! It takes less than 2 minutes. Do it now!ZJZ Designs - Friendly and NostalgicCheck out ZJZ Designs now for original and nostalgic prints!ZJZ Designs

Do you have a ritual that helps you to feel grounded? Calmer...when life becomes overwhelming?This summer I have been walking barefoot in the backyard first thing in the morning to feel the dew on the souls of my feet (although it's not easy with the callouses). My guest this week, Scranton business owner Sonya Dixon, created a mindfulness practice for herself after the loss of three loved ones that led to her passion and purpose. After the loss of her mother at the rather young age of 27, Sonya began lighting candles and saying prayers. When she lost her grandfather and father within the following year, she realized that lighting a candle at the end of her day had become a healthy and intentional act to help her amid her grief. Now, more than 25 years later, Sonya is helping others activate their senses through her business Dixon Candle and Bath.Check out all of the delightful fragrances of candles, sprays and sachets at Dixon Candle and Bath here.I owe a huge thank you to my weekly podcast sponsors Reinvented Threads with Gabby Lynn and Healthy Lifestyle Management with Lisa Rigau. Check out the ecofriendly fashion accessories made by the hands of Gabby at ⁠ReinventedThreads.com⁠. Learn about the health and wellness services Lisa offers to make your life healthier, including a free monthly virtual meditation class, at⁠ EatBreatheMoveLive.com.⁠ If you would like to be a guest on Uncorked with Funny Wine Girl or you would like to help support the weekly conversations Jeannine hosts on this show, please reach out to Jeannine.Luby@gmail.com.Follow Funny Wine Girl Jeannine on Facebook and Instagram and for therapeutic laughter, visit ⁠Laugh to Live⁠ on Facebook.I appreciate you from the bottom of my heart and the bottom of my wine glass.

Partnered with Broadcast and Media Relation Manager of the Columbia Fireflies, John Kocsis, Jr., Here is your Columbia Fireflies Update!Thanks to Cake (the band) for our Columbia Fireflies Update Music Bed; "Shadow Stabbing."John Kocsis, Jr. | "Play-by-Play from the Minors: Profiles of Baseball Broadcasters from Scranton to Yakima"Barrett Gruber | LinktreeThe All About Nothing: Podcast | LinktreeColumbia Fireflies | MiLB.comJohn Kocsis, Jr. TwitterClick here for Episode Show Notes!As always, "The All About Nothing: Podcast" is owned and distributed by BIG Media LLC!Check out our network of fantastic podcasts!Click Here to see available advertising packages!Click Here for information on the "Fair Use Copyright Notice" for this podcast.Mentioned in this episode:BIG Media Copyright 2026BIG Media LLCCheck Your Voter RegistrationVisit https://theallaboutnothing.com/voter to check your registration! It takes less than 2 minutes. Do it now!ZJZ Designs - Friendly and NostalgicCheck out ZJZ Designs now for original and nostalgic prints!ZJZ Designs

Content Advisory: This episode includes discussion of suicide, mental health, grief, and loss. Listener/viewer discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling, support is available by calling or texting 988 (U.S. and Canada) or by contacting your local crisis resources.Burial Ground is back!In Episode 273, I sit down with members of the legendary NEPA hardcore pioneers to talk about the band's return, their brand-new EP, and the legacy they've built over more than three decades. We dive into the origins of Burial Ground, their influence on the hardcore scene, and how modern technology made it possible for the band—now spread across the country—to create new music together.One of the most moving moments of the conversation centers around "Forever Friends," a powerful new track featuring the late Jamie White's vocals, reconstructed from a 1996 live recording using modern AI technology. The band shares the emotional story behind finishing one final song with their friend and honoring his legacy.We also spend a significant part of the episode discussing Hardcore For Husvar, the annual benefit show created in memory of Neil Husvar. From celebrating the NEPA hardcore community to raising awareness for mental health through NAMI and funding scholarships in Neil's name, this conversation highlights the incredible bonds that music creates—and why those connections matter now more than ever. Hardcore For Husvar will take place July 25th 2026 at St. Mary's Center in Scranton.If you're a fan of hardcore music, NEPA's rich music history, or conversations about friendship, loss, resilience, and creating something meaningful, this is an episode you won't want to miss.Special thanks to our sponsors:-Keller's Garden Center and Landscaping Services-Ionic Development-The V-Spot Bar-Scotch Sauce – makers of Happy Boy Hot Sauce and Sauced Up Jerky. Get 15% off your order at scotchsaucehotsauce.com with promo code POPKO.

All aboard for a fun conversation with Scranton historian Julie Esty. NEPA is lucky to have my friend Julie, who is an enthusiastic history buff and force behind the annual The Dunmore Cemetery Tour that features the talented Dearly Departed Players performing individual vignettes that deliver monologues with humor and heart to audiences each year.Tune in for this fun conversation in which Julie talks about her recent train excursions educating local elementary students, her most recent book that is a collection of her monthly biographical stories published in The Dunmorean and what's in store for visitors to this year's Dunmore Cemetery Tour. Follow The Dunmore Cemetery Tour page on Facebook to stay informed and to reach out to Julie for a copy of any of her books. I owe a huge thank you to my weekly podcast sponsors Reinvented Threads with Gabby Lynn and Healthy Lifestyle Management with Lisa Rigau. Check out the ecofriendly fashion accessories made by the hands of Gabby at ReinventedThreads.com. Learn about the health and wellness services Lisa offers to make your life healthier, including a free monthly virtual meditation class, at EatBreatheMoveLive.com. If you would like to be a guest on Uncorked with Funny Wine Girl or you would like to help support the weekly conversations Jeannine hosts on this show, please reach out to Jeannine.Luby@gmail.com.Follow Funny Wine Girl Jeannine on Facebook and Instagram and for therapeutic laughter, visit Laugh to Live on Facebook.I appreciate you from the bottom of my heart and the bottom of my wine glass.

In this episode, I sit down with Hugh Doyle, Director of Undergraduate Admissions at the University of Scranton, for a transparent look inside the college admissions process. From transcript review to essay evaluation, this conversation breaks down what truly matters — and what students often misunderstand.Rooted in the Jesuit principle of Cura Personalis — care for the whole person — Scranton's admissions philosophy focuses on developing mind, body, and spirit. Students of all faith backgrounds are welcomed, and the review process reflects a commitment to understanding the full story behind each application.In This Episode, You'll Learn:Why upward academic trends and course rigor matter more than a single GPA numberHow to use your personal statement to bring your story togetherWhen (and how) to use the Additional Information section effectivelyHow to maximize the 150-character activity descriptions on the Common ApplicationWhy students should never eliminate a college based solely on sticker priceThe continued growth of nursing and health science programs, including Communication Sciences and Disorders with direct entry into Speech-Language PathologyHow student support services and faculty engagement play a critical role in student successIf you want clarity on how applications are reviewed, what makes an essay stand out, and how to position yourself thoughtfully in the admissions process, this episode delivers actionable insight straight from someone making decisions every day.The University of Scranton - Undergraduate Admissions

War is back on – Oil on the rise. Some are saying AI trade has peaked – I have some thoughts on that. Earnings season is just days away. We will talk about that with our guest –  Gavin Maguire, Senior Analyst at Briefing.com. NEW! DOWNLOAD THE AI GENERATED SHOW NOTES (Guest Segment) Gavin has more than 20 years of market experience with Briefing.com, contributing real-time commentary to the Live In Play page and helping monitor market-moving news, rumors, economic data, earnings reports, geopolitical developments, and broader macro events that shape investor sentiment and market direction. For Briefing Trader subscribers, Gavin provides daily trading and investment ideas under the EVENT custom ticker, with a focus on day trades in the major indices, including the S&P 500, along with select longer-duration opportunities in ETFs and individual stocks. In addition, Gavin hosts The Sentiment & Flow Show on Briefing.com’s Trader Audio, where he examines market structure, options flow, positioning, and investor sentiment to provide a top-down view of current market trends and identify where markets may be headed next. The show combines technical analysis, options activity, macroeconomic developments, and institutional positioning to help traders better understand the forces driving price action. He graduated from the University of Scranton in Pennsylvania and is based in North Carolina. Check Out Briefing.com (Free Trial) Follow @andrewhorowitz Check this out and find out more at: http://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Looking for style diversification? More information on the TDI Managed Growth Strategy – HERE Stocks mentioned in this episode: (GLD), (ORCL), (META), (SPY), (NKE), (GOOGL), (BKRB)

Partnered with Broadcast and Media Relation Manager of the Columbia Fireflies, John Kocsis, Jr., Here is your Columbia Fireflies Update!Thanks to Cake (the band) for our Columbia Fireflies Update Music Bed; "Shadow Stabbing."John Kocsis, Jr. | "Play-by-Play from the Minors: Profiles of Baseball Broadcasters from Scranton to Yakima"Barrett Gruber | LinktreeThe All About Nothing: Podcast | LinktreeColumbia Fireflies | MiLB.comJohn Kocsis, Jr. TwitterClick here for Episode Show Notes!As always, "The All About Nothing: Podcast" is owned and distributed by BIG Media LLC!Check out our network of fantastic podcasts!Click Here to see available advertising packages!Click Here for information on the "Fair Use Copyright Notice" for this podcast.Mentioned in this episode:BIG Media Copyright 2026BIG Media LLCCheck Your Voter RegistrationVisit https://theallaboutnothing.com/voter to check your registration! It takes less than 2 minutes. Do it now!ZJZ Designs #2Check out the all of the iconic-patriotic-nostalgic designs to up the game for your wardrobe! Visit zjzdesigns.com!ZJZ Designs

 Students from Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology in Lancaster won a national manufacturing competition, bringing home the grand prize of $100,000.Big Boy generated some big numbers for the Scranton area during its two-week stay at the Steamtown National Historic Site. As part of America's 250th birthday, there's a renewed interest in the Declaration of Independence. Philadelphia has more versions of the Declaration of Independence on display than any other city.Six projects across Cumberland County are receiving more than $750,000 in grant funding. Many of the recipients are using the money to improve or host sporting events.Former Pennsylvania State Senator Shirley Kitchen, who died last weekend, is being remembered as a tireless advocate for her district in North Philadelphia.Hundreds of people gathered Wednesday to remember Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Michael Pahira Jr, who was struck and killed by a tractor trailer along I-81 in Schuylkill County on July 1st. In Lancaster County, a 19-year-old man was killed when he lost control of his electric unicycle and was struck and killed by a tractor trailer on Route 322 Wednesday morning.The National Weather Service confirms a tornado touched down in Perry County, this past Sunday evening, July 5th.The York County Commissioners have issued a disaster declaration following severe storms over the July 4th weekend.The Penn State Extension now has a toll-free hotline that provides the latest ag news. Callers can hear updates on the latest crop production, weather outlook, and disease and pest management issues facing crop producers in the state. Lawmakers in the state House have overwhelmingly approved a bill to provide opportunities for hunter-trapper education in Pennsylvania schools. The bill calls for the Pennsylvania Game Commission to develop the program for students in grades 6 through 12. Saturday is the start of the 40th annual ChambersFest in Chambersburg, Franklin County. The event started as a way to commemorate the town's historic rebuilding in 1864.And now it's time for our weekly segment called The Bright Spot. Every Friday, I'll share a positive news story that may have gotten lost amid this week's news cycle.  Today's bright spot is this: It's that time of the year, when hikers attempting thru-hikes on the Appalachian Trail, are passing through Pennsylvania. Luzerne County native Hunter Lacomis is one of them. He was inspired by his uncles to take the trek through 14 states along the East Coast. It's been one year since public media's federal funding was revoked. Thanks to our community, we're still here for you and looking toward the future. Join the thousands of members who are building a stronger WITF. Go to  www.witf.org/givenow. And thank you. 

The path to today's guest has been an informative and enlightening one. What started as a search for one documentary on drink spiking by former guest Shirah Benarde's brand NightCap, led to the discovery of another powerful documentary about a sexual assault survivor called Lough Enough Surviving Justice. That led to two wonderful podcast conversations and a screening of the documentary in Scranton with a Q and A afterward with the film's director Hilary Klotz Steinman and an eye-opening conversation with Sabrina Hannon of WRC (another former guest on the show). Hilary's film is distributed by Women Make Movies, a nonprofit that for more than 45 years, has championed women filmmakers and their stories. WMM is the largest distributor of films by and about women in the world. When Hilary suggested I have WMM's Executive Director Debra Zimmerman as a guest, I jumped at the opportunity. Once Debra returned home from her internal travel to various film festivals, we recorded this week's incredible conversation about the importance of women standing up for other women, the compelling stories being told because of the work done by Women Make Movies, the pitfalls of imposter syndrome, and much more. Learn about films offered through Women Make Movies and their program to help women filmmakers at their website. A huge thank you is owed to my weekly podcast sponsors Reinvented Threads with Gabby Lynn and Healthy Lifestyle Management with Lisa Rigau. Check out the ecofriendly fashion accessories made by the hands of Gabby at ReinventedThreads.com. Learn about the health and wellness services Lisa offers to make your life healthier, including a free monthly virtual meditation class, at EatBreatheMoveLive.com. If you would like to be a guest on Uncorked with Funny Wine Girl or you would like to help support the weekly conversations Jeannine hosts on this show, please reach out to 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.

Happy INDEPENDENCE DAY!!Partnered with Broadcast and Media Relation Manager of the Columbia Fireflies, John Kocsis, Jr., Here is your Columbia Fireflies Update!Thanks to Cake (the band) for our Columbia Fireflies Update Music Bed; "Shadow Stabbing."John Kocsis, Jr. | "Play-by-Play from the Minors: Profiles of Baseball Broadcasters from Scranton to Yakima"Barrett Gruber | LinktreeThe All About Nothing: Podcast | LinktreeColumbia Fireflies | MiLB.comJohn Kocsis, Jr. TwitterClick here for Episode Show Notes!As always, "The All About Nothing: Podcast" is owned and distributed by BIG Media LLC!Check out our network of fantastic podcasts!Click Here to see available advertising packages!Click Here for information on the "Fair Use Copyright Notice" for this podcast.Mentioned in this episode:ZJZ Designs #2Check out the all of the iconic-patriotic-nostalgic designs to up the game for your wardrobe! Visit zjzdesigns.com!ZJZ DesignsCheck Your Voter RegistrationVisit https://theallaboutnothing.com/voter to check your registration! It takes less than 2 minutes. Do it now!BIG Media Copyright 2026BIG Media LLC

Aaron Brown is a quantitative analyst, risk manager, and author of the new book Wrong Number: How to Extract Truth from a Blizzard of Quantitative Disinformation. https://amzn.to/4frmg3n He's also about to debate gun control at the Soho Forum in August — and his preparation for that debate is a pretty good preview of what's in the book. Topics include: why out of 28,000 gun control studies, the RAND Corporation found only 20 that weren't statistically crippled; the smoking analogy and what it tells us about legislation that runs ahead of evidence; why gun laws burden legitimate owners and not criminals; why we have a crime problem, not a gun problem; The Lancet paper that claimed US aid saved 92 million lives; how to spot three red flags that tell you a statistic is BS; and Wonder Bread's motto "Helps build strong bodies 12 ways" — which nobody ever actually wrote down. Get the book → Wrong Number: How to Extract Truth from a Blizzard of Quantitative Disinformation https://amzn.to/4frmg3n TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 — Intro — Aaron Brown and Wrong Number 0:34 — The Soho Forum gun control debate — and who he's up against 3:45 — The proposition: abolish all restrictions on adult firearm ownership 4:48 — Lou on navigating gun laws across state lines (NJ → PA → NY) 7:25 — The wide cultural divide: Scranton airport vs. any other airport with guns 9:04 — RAND Corporation: of 28,000 gun control studies, only 20 weren't crippled by errors 10:04 — The smoking analogy — legislation running ahead of the evidence 12:15 — Gun control laws only burden legitimate owners — not criminals 12:43 — The Glock switch ban and the AR-15 — targeting the popular, not the dangerous 15:18 — "Trump is a fascist" — and you want him to take the guns? 15:42 — Stop calling it a gun problem. It's a crime problem. 17:47 — We can identify the 1% of kids likely to commit 20–30% of violent crime 19:31 — Genetic markers for violence — and why that's controversial 20:48 — The Nordic prison model — does it work, and could it work here? 22:09 — Immigration data: why lumping everyone together gets you bad answers 25:20 — Lou's joke about open borders (for immigrants like his dad, not his cousins) 25:39 — Aaron's Jewish smuggler ancestors — blocked from junk dealing by licensing laws 27:04 — Did US aid really save 92 million lives? The Lancet paper that can't add up 29:13 — They saved 114% of the people — including 46M in China, which gets no aid 31:22 — Most published research findings are false — and we've known since 2005 32:42 — DOGE cuts and the "millions are dead" narrative 36:15 — Three red flags that tell you a statistic is BS 39:18 — Wonder Bread's "12 ways" — nobody ever wrote them down 40:18 — Outro — Wrong Number and the Soho Forum debate Watch full episodes on YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J4Vb53s4I0A&list=PLb5trMQQvT077-L1roE0iZyAgT4dD4EtJ Listen on Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lou-perez-podcast/id1535032081 Listen on Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/2KAtC7eFS3NHWMZp2UgMVU  Lou's book — That Joke Isn't Funny Anymore: https://amzn.to/3VhFa1r  TheLouPerez.com |  info@thelouperez.com  Newsletter: https://substack.com/@louperez #Statistics #Misinformation #GunControl #USAID #AaronBrown #WrongNumber #SohoForum #LouPerezPodcast #LionsOfLiberty #DataLiteracy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Derrick Stroup is an Alabama-born stand-up comedian known for his high-energy storytelling and Southern observational humor. He broke out nationally with appearances on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon in 2023 and 2025 and has since become a regular headliner, touring alongside comics like Bert Kreischer and Nate Bargatze. Check out his special Nostalgic on Netflix, and visit derrickstroup.com for tour dates and more.IN THE NEWS: Chelsea Handler slams Shane Gillis and Tony Hinchcliffe's “racist” jokes at the Kevin Hart roast, Michelle Obama warns liberals against “pigeonholing” Donald Trump voters, and a grandmother tragically dies after stepping out of her vehicle into an open manhole in New York City.GET IT ON!FOR MORE WITH DERRICK STROUP:SPECIAL: Nostalgic (Filmed at Lyric Theater in Alabama)AVAILABLE ON NETFLIX NOW WEBSITE: derrickstroupcomedy.comFOR MORE WITH ADAM YENSER:YOUTUBE SHOW: The Cancelled NewsINSTAGRAM: @adamyenser TWITTER: @cleancomedian69DATES: May 29,( Kenosha, WI) May 30, (Kenosha, WI)June 20,(Scranton, PA) LIVE SHOWS: June 12 - Oklahoma City, OK (2 Shows)June 13 - Tulsa, OK (2 Shows)June 20 - Santa Ana, CA (KROQ Doc Screening)Thank you for supporting our sponsors:GetAcreGold.com/AdamBetOnlinePluto.tvMarathonRewards.comoreillyauto.com/ADAMSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Victoria Jackson rose to national fame as a cast member on Saturday Night Live from 1986 to 1992, earning a Primetime Emmy nomination as part of the show's acclaimed ensemble. She went on to build a successful career as a stand-up comedian and actress, appearing in projects including UHF, Casual Sex?, and The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson. Beyond entertainment, Jackson became known as a political commentator, author, and public speaker with a long-running presence in conservative media and activism. Check out her new book, Not Dead Yet, available now on Amazon.IN THE NEWS: Uncontrolled California wildfires are visible from space, questions continue to swirl around Attorney General Keith Ellison and fraud investigations, Mark Cuban is forced to play nice with President Trump after agreeing to a business partnership, a Scott Wiener campaign event featuring drag queens performing “Wiener Is a Girl's Best Friend” in front of children sparks backlash, and the largest fire ever recorded on Santa Rosa Island threatens what many call the “gem of the California coast.”GET IT ON!FOR MORE WITH VICTORIA JACKSON:BOOK: Not Dead Yeat: A Lifetime of handstands, Art, and PoetryWEBSITE: victoriajackson.comINSTAGRAM: @victoriajacksonofficialFOR MORE WITH ADAM YENSER:YOUTUBE SHOW: The Cancelled NewsINSTAGRAM: @adamyenser TWITTER: @cleancomedian69DATES: May 29,( Kenosha, WI) May 30, (Kenosha, WI)June 20,(Scranton, PA) LIVE SHOWS: May 24 - Costa Mesa, CA (2 Shows)June 12 - Oklahoma City, OK (2 Shows)June 13 - Tulsa, OK (2 Shows)June 20 - Santa Ana, CA (KROQ Doc Screening)Thank you for supporting our sponsors:BetOnlineCardiff.co/Adamoreillyauto.com/ADAMPluto.tvSHOPIFY.COM/carollatecovas.com/ADAMSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sarah Caterson grew up in a small Pennsylvania town as the oldest of two, until a handwritten letter from her mother in November of 2019 changed everything. The letter revealed a fifty-year-old secret: a baby born in 1969 and forcibly given up for adoption, hidden away in a home for unwed mothers in Scranton. In this episode, Sarah shares the moment she opened that letter, the Ancestry.com match that led her to her half-sister Pam, and the surreal experience of meeting a sibling she never knew existed. Reality Life with Kate Casey What to Watch List: https://katecasey.substack.com Back Story on Podcast: https://katecasey.substack.com/p/i-was-the-narrator-of-my-own-family Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/katecasey Twitter: https://twitter.com/katecasey Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/katecaseyca Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itskatecasey?lang=en Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113157919338245 Amazon List: https://www.amazon.com/shop/katecasey Like it to Know It: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/katecaseySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.