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Pennsylvania Senator: Dan Laughlin - May 27, 2025
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45:12Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-Erie) joins us to talk a PA legacy fund, recreational cannabis, skill games, etc.
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The CEO of VisitErie, John Oliver joins us to discuss the new branding campaign of the tourism organization.
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Erie Weather: Tom DiVecchio - May 19, 2025
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45:56Erie weather veteran Tom DiVecchio joins us for a profile and memories of great Erie winters.
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Business Coaching: Matt Bresee - May 15, 2025
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46:13We welcome Matt Bresee, business coach with Action Coaching to talk about successful mindsets, and building a brand-new practice.
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The CEO of Erie Events Gus Pine joins us
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Gannon Athletics Summer Camps: Easton Bazzoli & Cleve Wright - May 13, 2025
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44:12We are joined by Gannon University Men's Basketball Head Coach Easton Bazzoli and Cleve Wright, Women's Basketball Head Coach.
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The CEO of Housing and Neighborhood Development Service (HANDS) joins us to discuss their efforts toward affordable housing.
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Washington Insider: Steve Scully - May 9, 2025
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36:40Washington insider and Erie native Steve Scully joins us to talk about the DC climate
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Erie Macaroni Kid: Kara Murphy - May 8, 2025
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39:03On Thursday, we met Kara Murphy from Erie's Macaroni Kid. It was our Mothers Day special on The Joel Natalie Show.
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Residential Real Estate Update: Marsha Marsh - May 7, 2025
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42:42Veteran realtor Marsha Marsh of Marsha Marsh Real Estate joined us Wednesday for a frank discussion of the current Erie housing market, the constrained supply, and the impact of interest rates.
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May Meeting with the County Executive: CE Brenton Davis - May 6, 2025
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43:23On Tuesday, Erie County Executive Brenton Davis returned to the Joel Natalie Show to discuss the latest in county activities, including municipal gap funding, the measles outbreak, and more.
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Erie's Growing Entrepreneurs: Aaron Lewis, Brian Slawin & Rebecca Styn - May 5, 2025
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45:36It was another Big Check Event with Brian Slawin of the Ben Franklin Technology Partners on Monday. Rebecca Styn from Blind Tiger Spirit Free Cocktails, and Aaron Lewis of Sphere Brake Defense shared their journeys and what's currently happening in their Erie-based businesses.
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Star Wars Day: Tom & Tommy Twohig - May 2, 2025
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44:40In honor of Star Wars Day (a couple days early), on Friday we talked with Erie Star Wars super fans Tom and Tommy Twohig about their collections, podcasts and costuming as a service to young people.
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Erie Zoo Centennial: Jeff Beach & Melissa Kojancie - May 1, 2025
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45:51On Thursday, we discussed one of Erie’s favorite family destinations: The Erie Zoo. We sat down with President and CEO, Melissa “Roo” Kojancie, and Erie Zoological Society Board Chair, Jeff Beach to learn about their Centennial celebration and efforts to grow the Zoo.
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New Sponsor of Liberty Park Amphitheater: Todd Rebich - March 18, 2025
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39:16Todd Rebich of Rebich Investments talks about opportunities to support local assets
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Tariff Talk: Gretchen Blough - March 13, 2025
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40:33Gretchen Blough, LCB, the Customs Brokerage Manager of Logistics Plus Customs Broker Solutions joins us to unpack the impact of tariffs on Erie businesses.
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Port of Erie: Julie Slomski - March 11, 2025
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39:01Julie Slomski, Executive Director of the Erie-Western PA Port Authority, gives us a new year update.
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Erie as a Tech Hub: Jeremy Young - March 10, 2025
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47:22Founder and CEO of Federal Resources, Jeremy Young is our guest to discuss opportunities to grow tech and AI in Erie.
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Erie County Council: Rock Copeland - March 7, 2025
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47:33Erie County Council member Rock Copeland joins us in studio
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EC3 Update: Dr. Chris Gray - March 6, 2025
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42:32Dr. Chris Gray, President of the Erie County Community College joins us.
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County Executive Meeting: Brenton Davis - March 5, 2025
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44:09Erie County Executive Brenton Davis joins us for our March meeting.
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EUMA: Jessica Gray & Consuela Williams - March 3, 2025
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43:33Jessica Gray and Consuela Williams discuss the Erie United Methodist Alliance’s recent Impact Report. TalkErie takes a look at the homelessness statistics in Erie, and learns more about what EUMA is doing to provide resources those who need help with housing.
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EDDC Update: Drew Whiting - March 4, 2025
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42:56The CEO of the Erie Downtown Development Corporation, Drew Whiting gives us the latest on what's happening downtown.
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Heart Health Month: Brandy Alexander - Feb. 26, 2025
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41:37On our Wednesday health focus, Brandy Alexander from the American Heart Association.
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Public Library Update: Jessica Spitulski - Feb. 25, 2025
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43:48Erie County Public Library Director Jessica Spitulski talks about her first year in the post and the current issues facing this regional asset
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Mayor Candidate: Daria Devlin - Feb. 24, 2025
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44:03Daria Devlin, Erie City mayor candidate, joins us
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Monthly Meeting with the Mayor: Joe Schember, Daryl Craig & Saeed Taraky - Feb. 21, 2025
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43:08Erie Mayor Joe Schember joins us along with Community Liasons Daryl Craig and Saeed Taraky.
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AgeTech: Cathy von Birgelen - Feb. 19, 2025
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39:09Cathy von Birgelen is here to discuss AgeTech—technology and solutions aimed at enhancing the lives of seniors.
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Driving Impact for Manufacturers: Lisa Pustelak - Feb. 18, 2025
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41:43Lisa Pustelak of the NWIRC is hosting Driving Impact for Manufacturers 2025 conference on March 25th.
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Habitat for Humanity: Dr. Roche Vermaak - Feb. 12, 2025
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41:20Joel is joined by Dr. Roche Vermaak, the new Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity.
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First Sen. McCormick Update: Sen. Dave McCormick - Feb. 11, 2025
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17:46On Tuesday, Sen. Dave McCormick (R-PA) joined us to discuss the first month in office and the critical issues originating from Washington that are affecting constituents in Erie.
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New CEO at the Chamber: Brandon Mendoza - Feb. 10, 2025
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45:09We began. the week meeting the new President & CEO at Erie Regional Chamber & Growth Partnership, Brandon Mendoza. We heard his personal story, and got a glimpse of what’s in store for the Chamber under his leadership.
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Brining History to Life: Dr. Craig von Buseck - Feb. 7, 2025
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25:52Prolific writer and Erie ex-pat Dr. Craig von Buseck joined us Friday to discuss his latest projects, including a book on the heroes of the Battle of Gettysburg, and the process of bringing a book to the screen.
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February Meeting with the County Executive: CE Brenton Davis - Feb. 4, 2025
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43:34Every month we meet with Erie County Executive Brenton Davis to discuss county business and initatives, and Tuesday was a wide-ranging conversation.
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NWPAMade: Christopher Lantinen - Feb. 3, 2025
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40:10On Monday we started the month learning about a new program based at PennWest Edinboro called NWPAMade. The director of the Edinboro Beehive, Christopher Lantinen, was our guest. This will include expansive business education and support for maker-entrepreneurs, and the building of an initiative that centers on products made in NWPA.…
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Winter Tourism Update: John Oliver - Jan. 31, 2025
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44:08The CEO of VisitErie, John Oliver joined us on a Fun Friday to share the latest trends in local tourism during the winter months.
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The Story of EHCA: Jessica Kruger & Jonathan Rilling - Jan. 30, 2025
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41:47On Thursday we spoke with the new CEO of Erie Homes for Children and Adults, Jonathan Rilling, along with EHCA's Director of Advancement, Jessica Kruger. We discussed the history of the organization, and what is in store for this new leadership for EHCA.
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CEO of UPMC Hamot: Brian Durniok - Jan. 29. 2025
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39:00On our Wednesday health focus, we met with the CEO of UPMC Hamot, Brian Durniok. We talked about staffing and careers, the relationship between Erie and Pittsburgh, and what’s on the horizon for 2025 at UPMC Hamot.
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Erie's Black Wall Street Update: Kyra Taylor - Jan. 28, 2025
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38:26On Tuesday we met with Kyra Taylor, Executive Director of Erie’s Black Wall Street. We learned what this organization is doing to encourage and empower the Black community in Erie and boost financial literacy and capacity.
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Annual Tax Show: John Baker & Janie Hill - Jan. 27, 2025
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44:55Monday's episode was our 2025 tax show, as we welcomed Founder/President John E. Baker and Manager Janie Hill of Kingdom Tax Services, LLC. We talked about the new changes in tax law, and things for seniors, young people and families in particular to look out for this year.
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January Meeting with the Mayor: Renee Lamis, Mayor Joe Schember & Chief Dan Spizarny - Jan. 26, 2025
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42:46Erie Mayor Joe Schember returned to our studio Friday and was accompanied by Erie Police Chief Dan Spizarny, and city Chief of Staff Renee Lamis. We discussed the aftermath of the major Thanksgiving weekend snow storm, 2024 crime statistics, and priorities for the new year.
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New CEO at GECAC: Dr. Ben Wilson - Jan. 23, 2025
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44:56On our Thursday episode, we welcomed in Dr. Ben Wilson, the new CEO of the Greater Erie Community Action Committee. We learned his personal story and his passion for the work that GECAC leads in the Erie community.
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Erie's Renaissance in Commercial Real Estate: Chuck Peters - Jan. 22, 2025
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45:04Our commercial real estate expert, Chuck Peters, Managing Partner of Altair Holdings, joined us with a snapshot of where the Erie market is as we begin 2025.
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Hometown Football Heroes: Judge Dan Brabender - Jan. 17, 2025
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43:55As the pro football teams engage in the playoffs, Judge Dan Brabender, Erie County's most prolific historian of Erie area high school athletes, joined us Friday to tell the stories of hometown football heroes who went onto greatness in college and the NFL.
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People for Life January Activities: Tim Broadrick - Jan. 16, 2025
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42:13Erie People for Life's Director Tim Broadrick joined us Thursday to discuss the pro-life organization's January activities, and their work through the year.
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Impact of a TikTok Ban on Erie Creators: Chris Norris - Jan. 15, 2025
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45:58We asked our social media guru and founder of Revox Media, Chris Norris to join us in our Downtown Erie studio to unpack the potential ban of TikTok and what it means to creators and influencers locally.
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Fighting Human Trafficking in Erie: Jordan Pine - Jan. 14, 2025
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41:14On Tuesday, we interviewed Jordan Pine, the Founder and CEO of Greenlight Operation. Jordan is a leading voice in Pennsylvania educating about human trafficking and how to strategically combat it.
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Erie Restaurant Week and Visitors Guide: Christine Temple - Jan. 9, 2025
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22:18Christine Temple of Visit Erie visited our TalkErie Studio on Thursday with a preview of Erie Restaurant Week, and the brand new 2025 Erie Visitors Guide, now available.
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2024 Deaths in Erie: Coroner Lyell Cook - Jan. 8, 2025
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44:06On our Wednesday health focus, Coroner Lyell Cook returned to The Joel Natalie Show with some good news: fentanyl deaths in Erie County were down last year.
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January County Executive Meeting: CE Brenton Davis - Jan. 7, 2025
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44:20We had our first conversation of the new year with Erie County Executive Brenton Davis. We dicussed the aftermath of the snow emergency response, as well as the recent judge's decision over vetos in the 2023 and 2024 budget.
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