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Real Stories Podcast

Graham Treadway, Brian Kummerer

Real People, Real Stories, Real History. Brian and Graham dive into some of their favorite historical tales and interview some people with their own Real Stories from the Heart of it All.

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All Episodes

24:05

The Red Slipper Murder, Resolution.

Real Stories Podcast ·

2025/12/23

In this final episode of The Real Story of Cynthia Pheil: The Red Slipper Murder, Resolution we wrap up the series with a tight, 25-minute sendoff that revisits everything, the key moments, evidence, and theories that shaped the case. We also close things out with a brief but important update on what ultimately happens to Roy. We hope you enjoyed this true crime story from Real Stories Podcast.

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56:40

The Real Story of Cynthia Pheil, Part III, The Girl...

Real Stories Podcast ·

2025/10/22

In the late summer of 1953, 19-year-old Cynthia Phiel was searching for a fresh start. In just 27 days, her life would end in tragedy. But before that, she lived with courage, hope, and heartbreak. The Real Story of Cynthia Pheil, Episode III traces her final month through letters, lies, and longing: from her red shoes and a new job at Cleveland’s famed Higbee’s Department Store to the quiet decision to leave everything behind for love. With haunting precision, we follow Cynthia’s path…the postcards

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114:30

Special Edition: 2025 School Board Meet the Candidates

Real Stories Podcast ·

2025/10/17

This is a limited-time episode, available until Election Day 2025- November 4th.This is a simple audio file of the 2025 USEVS School Board Candidates Night. Other than adding an intro and making a couple of small volume adjustments, this audio is unedited. You will have to listen through short applause and small pauses, but we wanted to keep this as simple and authentic as possible. No one here at Real Studios, or Real Stories Podcast, has any public opinions on the candidates and wishes all 10 of

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53:15

The Real Story of Cynthia Pfeil, Part II, The Red...

Real Stories Podcast ·

2025/09/01

The Real Story of Cynthia Pfeil, Part II, The Red Slippers is back with a chilling dive into the 1953 "Red Slipper Murder" case that rattled Ohio and ultimately the entire Midwest. Join us as we recount the horrific discovery of a brutally murdered, pregnant woman in Ellen Matteson's woods and follow Sheriff Dean McCallister's determined investigation to uncover the slain woman's identity and ultimately track down her killer.

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35:04

The Real Story of Cynthia Pfeil

Real Stories Podcast ·

2025/07/15

Cynthia Pfeil was born in 1934, and grew up in a quiet suburban neighborhood of White Plains, New York. Productive and independent, she swam, rode horseback, and sewed her own clothes with professional polish. Cynthia was an obedient daughter, decent student, and a reliable babysitter. Her father, a German immigrant and hardworking auto shop owner, instilled a strong work ethic, while her mother, Rose, maintained their home. Cynthia followed in her older brother’s footsteps to Ohio Wesleyan

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136:49

The Dan Reid Road Show

Real Stories Podcast ·

2025/05/12

Welcome to the Dan Reid Road Show, a Real Story of family, music, friends, and above all else…Love. From roots that stretch back to Indian Mill and childhood afternoons watching Gilligan’s Island with his Grandma, Dan’s story is a rich patchwork of family, friendships, and the formative power of being loved. Raised by a kind-hearted teacher and a devoted, if sometimes worried, father, Dan soaked up as much small-town Ohio life as he could. Along the way, he got into some scrapes, stumbled into being

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39:54

Real Short Stories, A Chat with Congressman Bob Latta

Real Stories Podcast ·

2024/07/16

In this special edition of Real Stories Podcast, we had an opportunity to chat with our United States Congressman Robert "Bob" Latta. We put politics aside and focused on Bob's life here in northwest Ohio, his routine as a member of the House of Representatives, and the challenges and rewards of life dedicated to service.

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46:28

Wyanstock, The Real Story.

Real Stories Podcast ·

2024/07/02

This year marks the 10th Annual Wyanstock Music Festival, so we thought we would sit down with some of the founding volunteers to reflect and have a few laughs about its evolution. There are too many people to thank; the sponsors, bands, fest-goers, vendors, volunteers, photographers, sound & light crews, fairgrounds caretakers…the list goes on. This is a humble attempt to pay tribute to all those people. This is not our normal format as it is a bit more jovial than normal and has lots of

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112:58

Lightning Bolt Moments with Jerry Snodgrass

Real Stories Podcast ·

2024/05/29

This episode we sat down with Jerry Snodgrass and our discussion went all over the place. Whether he was fishing with Neumeister's dough balls as a child, coaching a legend, directing the Ohio High School Athletic Association through Covid-19, painting houses, or hanging with his grandkids Jerry sees the bid picture and finds the little lessons in life's simple moments. We hope you enjoy.

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73:42

The Real Story of Cadet Collins

Real Stories Podcast ·

2024/01/16

Today we sat down with West Point Cadet Ethan Collins. Ethan, a Yuk, spoke about what it takes to get into the United States Military Academy, cadet life, and what it means to uphold the motto; Duty, Honor, Country.

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75:23

Growing up Golfing, with Brett Montgomery

Real Stories Podcast ·

2023/09/15

Today we sat down with Brett Montgomery and talked about his career on the golf course and more. Brett is a 4-time N10 Player of the Year, 3-Time Northwest District Champion, 2-Time All Ohioan, and finished 2nd at the 2019 State Golf Tournament.He attended Marshall University for 2 years and is now grinding it out trying to make a living playing the game he loves. We talked about competitive youth golf, game winning three-pointers, family, friends, and more. Mostly we discussed a real story of

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71:21

The Real Story of Steve Schertzer

Real Stories Podcast ·

2023/08/01

Steve Schertzer is many things; a father, husband, coach, teacher, mentor, and really cool dude. But mention his name around track & field fans and one thing comes to mind- the high jump! In the early 1970’s Steve held the world record (yes…world) for his age group in the high jump. He was a 4-time placer at the Ohio State Track Meet, 2-time state champion, he held the state record for a while, still holds the Upper Sandusky High School record at 6’9 and the Morehead State record at 6’10”

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141:47

Real Frog Tales, Ask Why.

Real Stories Podcast ·

2023/05/29

Ron Gottfried serves. He shut down German TV, cracked jokes to the media after the Carey Blast, saved the OU Basketball team from the Blizzard of ‘78, helped recover the missing OLC jewels, and helped build ball diamonds. He takes his job seriously but not himself, he is humble. He helped solve countless crimes over a long career as a peace officer because he is patient like a wolf...still he never solved a robbery. Allow me to introduce a man of wit, sound judgement, and fantastic timing. This is

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76:46

The Real Reile Story

Real Stories Podcast ·

2023/04/06

Jim and Em Reile welcomed us into their home to discuss their story. Through 65 years of marriage, these two love birds have been busy doing all the things. This was a winding road of a story...farming, law enforcement, high school sports in the 50's, Whitefish Falls' Upper Sandusky Connection, and much more. We all know winding roads are the most fun!

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81:42

Historical Connections with Betsy Bowen

Real Stories Podcast ·

2022/12/20

Real Stories values the passion that goes into keeping our history alive. Today’s guest is a testament to just that. A local historian who has spent the bulk of her adult life studying, discussing, teaching and preserving the past of this place. As a caretaker and records keeper for the Mission Church in Upper Sandusky, she has served a vital role in maintaining the connection between Wyandot County and the Wyandotte Nation. Her passion is contagious and her wisdom is priceless. It was a blast to

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85:29

Sue the Baker

Real Stories Podcast ·

2022/11/07

Sue Baker’s story is lighthearted yet wonderfully candid. Since the day she was born (literally) Sue has been winning hearts with her wit, good sense, and industriousness. This one spans North America, going behind the curtain on some of America’s classic culinary delights. .

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114:49

The Real Story of Doctor Konstantine Solacoff

Real Stories Podcast ·

2022/06/17

Some stories are just so much more than what words can explain in an hour. Doctor Konstantine Solacoff practiced medicine in Upper Sandusky for over 50 years, but that is only part of his story. Follow along as he explains his parent's emigration from Greece, his childhood friendship with Neil Amrstrong, Ohio State when it cost $25 a quarter, and much much more. This is a real story that takes us all over the country! Thanks again to Dori and Konstantine for welcoming us into their real

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52:53

Lake Central Flight 527

Real Stories Podcast ·

2022/04/30

At 7;52pm on March 5, 1967 a group of 38 souls took off from Columbus onboard Lake Central Flight 527...just 17 minutes later they fell from the sky in a horrific crash that left zero survivors. This is the real story of that crash and its aftermath.

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102:17

Crock Night...A Real Story of John Grafmiller

Real Stories Podcast ·

2022/02/27

John "Crock" Grafmiller's story is fun, insightful, and wonderfully candid. Along with tales of his education, upbringing, and deep relationships we also learned that Crock flew the classic Huey Helicopter on over 700 missions during The Vietnam War.A recipient of the Distinguished Flying Cross, we find his sense of duty and humility truly inspiring and hope to have helped John tell his real story in a way that honors all of those who have served.

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88:38

The Real Story of Coach Andra Bell

Real Stories Podcast ·

2022/01/27

From 1973-2008 Coach Anrda Bell molded Upper Sandusky's Lady Rams Basketball program into a perennial powerhouse in Northern Ohio. While amassing 538 wins, 10 Northern Ohio League, 21 sectional, 8 district and 3 regional championships Andra became a staple around town, in the halls of USHS, and in the hearts of the young ladies she coached.But as you will hear, she is much more than a basketball coach. She is a farm girl who honors her parents, loves her friends, and inspires us all with her

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