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Episode 103: Dr. Kevin Patrick Author of Near Woods...

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2026/09/29

Dr Kevin Patrick, Geography professor at IUP and author, joined me to talk about his book, Near Woods: A Year in an Allegheny Forest. The book takes the reader through four seasons in White's Woods, a 250 acre patch of woods adjacent to Indiana Pa. The book is an incredibly enjoyable read that could be describing ANY patch of woods in Western Pa. and can be purchased below (although, near the end of the pod we talk about the LOCAL shops where you can pick it up. That's the reccomended way to

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00:11:38

Episode 102: We're back! With Central Celebration

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2026/09/15

Ka'Yona Jeffers and Jordyn Powell have been putting together an amazing event to celebrate the grand re-opening of Central Park. The girls joined me to talk about what the planning process was like and what you can expect at the event. Details can be found at:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578803101785

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00:48:53

Episode 101: Shelley Johansson and the Ameriserv...

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2026/07/09

The music fest is almost here, so Shelly Johansson came in to talk about what goes into putting a festival toghther, highlights of this year's festival, and she talks about some of the other rad live music Heritage Johnstown is bringing the community this summer! For more info visit: https://floodcitymusic.com/

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00:20:44

Episode 100!!!! Emily Fisher - Youth Voices in...

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2026/06/18

Emily Fisher has been out recreating in the area since she was, literally, a baby. The exposure to outdoor rec fostered a love and reverance for the outdoors in her at a young age. She joined me to talk about how outdoor recreaton shaped her life, and what we are doing right, as a region, from the perspective of the next generation.

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00:38:33

Episode 99: Rich Maher and Ryan Dingman from LHORBA

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2026/05/27

Rich and Ryan from LHORBA joined me in the studio to talk about cycling in the Laurel Highlands! LHORBA is the region's premier cycling group. They are an all-volunteer, non-profit organization devoted to the promotion of the sport of bicycling. We view the sport as a vehicle to promote low-impact outdoor recreation and conservation. We promote bicycling opportunities that are environmentally and socially responsible, while providing economic benefits for businesses in Southwestern

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Episode 98: Caitlyn Lusk and Mark Voelker from the...

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2026/05/21

It's a race weekend in Johnstown! The annual Path of the Flood Race is taking place this Saturday and Caitlyn Lust from CCCRA and Mark Voelker POTF Race Director joined me to talk about what goes into planning and pulling off a successful event.

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01:04:29

Episode 97: Ryan "Bowtie" Hall from Dead Mouse...

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2026/05/11

Ryan Hall is a local artist and owner of Dead Mouse Skateboards. His decks feature unique designs and custom artwork. He and I talked art, skate culture, and a ton more. There will definitely be a Part II in the near future!

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00:43:30

Episode 96: Aaron Kovach from Friends of Yellow Creek...

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2026/05/06

Aaron Kovach returns and has some exciting updates about the Grass Roots Race Series at Yellow Creek State Park. Also, hang around until the end for a special Where Adventure Lives bonus for anyone wanting to try out this weekend's race! For more info, visit:https://www.friendsofyellowcreek.org/ycm/https://lhorba.org/https://www.facebook.com/YCMonthly

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00:32:33

Episode 95: Do you even 'Vous, brah? Return of the...

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2026/04/28

Executive Producer Dave O'Leary takes over the hosting chair as we get down to talking about the Stonycreek Rendezvous!

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00:33:00

Episode 94: Ricky Price from The Cambria County Swift...

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2026/04/24

Ricky Price returns just in time for Water Safety Month (May)! We discussed how you can remain safe on the water, what to do in an emergency situation, and some of the great programs that you can take advantage of to learn water safety. More info

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00:27:06

Episode 93: Bruce Penrod Former Benscreek Canoe Club...

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2026/04/16

Bruce Penrod was one of the formative Presidents of the Benscreek Canoe Club in its early days. He sat down to talk about Club history, the development of area recreation, and about his rental treehouse on the Juniata. Link to the treehouse below!https://www.vrbo.com/3951030

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00:36:03

Episode 92: Travis Cowles from Airtight Inflatables

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2026/04/02

If you've spent any time at all in the whitewater paddling community, you've seen the iconic Shredder on the river. Today, Travis Cowles from Airtight Inflatables joined me to talk about the history of the craft, how the design evolved over the years, and more. For more info, check them out at:https://www.facebook.com/AirtightShredderhttps://www.airtight-inflatables.com/

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Episode 91: Jackie Ritko and Melissa Reckner the...

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2026/03/11

Jackie Ritko from the Cambria County Conservation District and Melissa Reckner from Penguin Court joined me to talk about the PA Master Naturalist Program, NatureWorks, and so much more! For info on anything we talked about, visit:https://pamasternaturalist.org/https://cambriaconservationdistrict.org/https://www.brandywine.org/conservancy/preserves-trails/penguin-court-thomas-road-farmhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1681969643212439/?ref_source=NEWS_FEED

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Episode 90: Shane Riley - He's a Bike Guy

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2026/02/19

My good friend Shane is a cycling enthusiast to say the least. He and his wife run the Bike Johnstown Insta page (link below), and he's one of the smiling faces you'll see if you stop by Fat Jimmy's in Richland (link also below!). He's also one hell of a drummer, which we didn't end up talking about at all, but his band's IG is below as

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00:47:32

Episode 89: Dr. Emily Lasinsky Assistant Professor of...

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2026/02/11

Dr. Emily Lasinsky is an Assistant Professor of Psychology at UPJ and runs Art Expressions by Emily Lasinsky. We talked about ways to take care of your mental well being as part of your whole person as well as how creative pursuits can help to facilitate that well being. For more info, you can find her at:https://www.facebook.com/artexpressionsbyelasinskyhttps://artexpressionsbyemilylasinsky.com/https://www.instagram.com/elartnwellness/

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00:19:51

Episode 88: Jess Lavelua Park Manager at Prince...

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2026/02/04

Jess Lavelua, the Park Manager from Prince Gallitzin State Park (My personal fav!) returns! We talked about all of the great winter activities they offer (for free) and the upcoming Winterfest on Feb. 14th. Check them out here:⁠https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dcnr/recreation/where-to-go/state-parks/find-a-park/prince-gallitzin-state-park.html

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Episode 87: Dan Barefoot USA Olympic Bobsled and...

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2026/01/28

Dan Barefoot is a Richland grad and is currently on the USA Bobsled and Skeleton Olympic Team. He took time out of his day to talk about his Olympic journey and what the future holds. You can support him by visiting his GoFundMe, an I STRONGLY suggest you follow his Facebook and

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00:42:12

Episode 86: Dr. Christine Dahlin from Dr. Dahlin...

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2026/01/21

Do you like cats? If so, this episode is for you! Dr. Christine Dahlin from Dr. Dahlin Talks Animals gets into the weeds on all things cats! For more information visither at:https://sites.google.com/view/8th-ward-animal-rescue/homehttps://www.facebook.com/drdahlintalksanimalshttps://www.facebook.com/johnstownanimalwelfaresociety

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00:27:00

Episode 85: Michele Kupchella Adams from Classic...

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2025/12/07

Michele Kupchella Adams, co-owner of Classic Elements joined me to talk about the shop, local authors, and upcoming events!

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Episode 84: 28the Johnstown Veterans Day Parade

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2025/11/21

We spent a brisk November afternoon at the Johnstown Veterans Day Parade chatting with Vets, their families, community leaders, and parade attendees to see why the parade is important to them.

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