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100xLife PodcastEpisode #81 | 100xLife Coach Nancy DaytonIn this episode, Rob and Nancy Dayton discuss the emotional journey of moving from Santa Barbara to Bend, Oregon, exploring themes of God's guidance, personal growth, and the challenges of life transitions. Nancy shares her experiences with discernment, the impact of her health challenges, and her decision to become a 100X Life coach, emphasizing the importance of community and testimony in personal development.đ Feel called to lead?Click here to become a 100xLife coach and help others grow through discipleship.TakeawaysThe process of moving can be emotionally challenging.God's guidance oft...2025-06-2328 min
The Dayton Christian ConnectionSeason One Finale! The Dayton Christian Connection with Matt BakerIn the Season One Finale of the Dayton Christian Connection, Head of School Matt Baker talks about some of the amazing things God is doing at Dayton Christian, including highlights from the 2024-2025 school year, the Genesis 7 Capitol Campaign, and important updates for our community to know about as we head into the 2025-2026 school year.2025-06-1737 min
The Dayton Christian ConnectionThe Dayton Christian Connection with Sarah HollenIn this episode, Dayton Christian Reading Interventionist Sarah Hollen, an alum of Dayton Christian, discusses national reading research, Dayton Christian's reading intervention programs, and ways families can help their student improve his or her reading abilities from home.2025-06-0320 min
The Dayton Christian ConnectionThe Dayton Christian Connection with James HollidayOn today's episode, James Holliday shares some big news about his future and reflects on his time at Dayton Christian.2025-05-2129 min
Birthplace of Next: City of Dayton RadioDayton in Focus - Preparations for the NATO Parliamentary AssemblyIn this special "Dayton in Focus" episode of the podcast Dayton City Manager Shelley Dickstein talks with David Escobar, City Engineer, and Major Chris Malson, Community Services Division Commander with the Dayton Police Department, about the downtown streetscape improvements and security planning for the NATO Parliamentary Assembly, which will take place in Dayton from May 22nd through the 26th.
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The Dayton Christian ConnectionThe Dayton Christian Connection with Maria Leon WoodallMaria Leon Woodall had a deep appreciation for what DCS instilled in her life during her time as a student. On this episode she shares her motivation for having her three boys in a Christian school environment and what her experience looked like as a Dayton Christian Crusader; as well as, her current experience serving the Dayton Christian Warriors. 2025-04-3039 minBirthplace of Next: City of Dayton RadioIn the Spotlight, Episode 83 - The Hilton Garden Inn Downtown DaytonIn this special "In the Spotlight" edition of the podcast Mayor Mims talks with James Bailey, General Manger of the soon to be opened Hilton Garden Inn Dayton Downtown, located in the North section of the Arcade.
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The Dayton Christian ConnectionThe Dayton Christian Connection with Greg KurtzGreg Kurtz impacted many lives during his time at Dayton Christian. In this episode he opens up about why he committed 29 years of his life towards educating students for eternity. 2025-03-0748 min
The Dayton Christian ConnectionThe Dayton Christian Connection with Dave RoughDr. Dave Rough shares his journey through Christian education, the Appalachian Trail, and his time at Dayton Christian. Enjoy hearing from an individual that spent 29 years investing in students, teachers and families at Dayton Christian Schools. 2025-02-2137 minBirthplace of Next: City of Dayton RadioIn the Spotlight, Episode 78 - The Dayton Leadership AcademiesIn this special "In the Spotlight" episode of the podcast, Mayor Mims talks with Tess Mitchner-Assingo, Executive Director the Dayton Leadership Academies, and Eric Wright, Senior Dean of Students at the same organization.
2024-12-1627 minBirthplace of Next: City of Dayton RadioDayton in Focus - Episode 3In this special "Dayton in Focus" edition of the podcast City Manager Shelley Dickstein talks will Gil Turner, Director of Aviation for the City about the latest projects and improvements at the Dayton International Airport.
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Dayton Approved PodcastEpisode 21: Tommy Whitt W/ Dayton Carpet OnlineJoin the owner as they share the story of how a humble carpet shop grew into an online destination for quality flooring. From navigating the challenges of e-commerce to curating the perfect selection of carpets, this episode offers an in-depth look at the highs and lows of running a small business in the digital age. Whether you're interested in entrepreneurship, the carpet industry, or the story behind Dayton Carpet Online, tune in for valuable insights, behind-the-scenes stories, and inspiration from a business thatâs redefining the way people shop for flooring.2024-12-111h 02Birthplace of Next: City of Dayton RadioDayton in Focus - Episode 2In this Special Edition of the podcast, Dayton City Manager Shelley Dickstein talks with Mike Powell, Director of the Department of Water, about drinking water, wastewater treatment, stormwater management, and how the Dayton Water Department is one of the top-rated operations in the country.
2024-09-0521 minBirthplace of Next: City of Dayton RadioDayton in Focus - Episode 1Find out how the City is spending $18 million of the Dayton Recovery Plan for Housing and Development needs. Â
2024-06-1822 minBirthplace of Next: City of Dayton RadioThe Dayton Metro Library West Branch ShuttleIn this Birthplace of Next special edition, weâre featuring Dayton Mayor Jeffrey Mims, who will be talking with Jeffrey Trzeciak, Executive Director of the Dayton Metro Library, about the new West Branch Library Shuttle.
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ReTrial PodcastMoses Jones â Dayton's first black attorneyMoses Jones came to Dayton as its first black attorney in the year 1900. Learn about his career seeking justice for individuals in a racist society and how he planted seeds of the civil rights movement.2023-04-0638 minBirthplace of Next: City of Dayton RadioResults of the Dayton SurveyIn this Birthplace of next special edition, weâre featuring Dayton Mayor Jeffrey Mims, who will be talking with Jeanette Ghand of the Department of Procurement, Management and Budget, about the results of the 2022 Dayton Survey.
2023-04-0417 minReTrial PodcastJohn McMahon â the greatest lawyer in Dayton's historyMany call John McMahon the greatest lawyer in Dayton's history. His 69-years of active practice started in 1852. John worked with Governor Cox, The Wright Brothers, John Patterson and many other historical figures.2023-03-0946 minReTrial PodcastReTrial Podcast TrailerA Dayton Bar Association Production â ReTrial Podcast decodes legal history that happened in Dayton, Ohio. These cases, lawyers and stories set the stage for present-day learning across our nation. Hosted by trial attorney & historian, David Greer and Judge Gerald ParkerThis Dayton Bar Association and Dayton Bar Foundation project was funded in part by a grant from the Dayton Legal Heritage Foundation of The Dayton Foundation and by a grant from Jack W. and Sally D. Eichelberger Foundation of The Dayton Foundation.The pilot season consists of six episodes 40-50 mi...2023-01-2600 minBirthplace of Next: City of Dayton RadioThe Dayton Fire Department Training CenterIn this episode of Birthplace of Next, Dayton Fire Department Captain Brad French talks with Captain Sarah Marshall about her role at the the City's Fire Training Center.
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My VA DaytonMy VA Dayton Featuring Air Force Veteran Lieutenant General Dick ReynoldsRetired Air Force Veteran Lieutenant General Dick Reynolds talks about the Air Force Museum and the significance of the heritage of the Dayton VA Medical Center campus.2022-05-1642 minBirthplace of Next: City of Dayton RadioThe Dayton Mediation Centerâs Landlord/Tenant Homelessness Prevention ProgramIn this episode Aaron Primm, Program Manager for the Dayton Mediation Center's Landlord/Tenant Homelessness Prevention Program, talks with Marcus and Amber about their experience with avoiding an eviction proceeding, and the help the City provided them with.
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Dayton Daily News The Path ForwardMaha Kashani discusses energy prices and her family's journey to DaytonMaha Kashani is a senior account manager at IGS Energy, 2022 Dayton Daily News Community Advisory Board member and past president of the Dayton Arab American Forum. For the Path Forward Dayton podcast, we're interviewing members of our Community Advisory Board, a group of leaders from around our region who help inform our coverage.2022-04-2929 min
My VA DaytonMy VA Dayton Featuring Air Force Veteran Chris StanleyAir Force Veteran Chris Stanley talks about the great works being done for Veterans and their families at Fisher Houses at Wright Patterson Air Force Base and the Dayton VA Medical Center campus. Learn more about how family members are given convenient housing while Veterans and military personnel receive medical care so that they may be near and support their loved ones.#MyVADayton #VeteranHealthcare #FisherHouse #DaytonVA2022-04-1738 minBirthplace of Next: City of Dayton RadioDaytonâs 100 % Renewable Electric Aggregation PlanIn this Episode of Birthplace of Next Meg Maloney, the City's Sustainability Specialist, Talks with Dayton City  Commissioner Matt Joseph and Luke Sulfridge, Executive Director of Sustainable Ohio Public Energy Council about Dayton's 100% renewable electric aggregation effort.
 2022-04-0445 minBirthplace of Next: City of Dayton RadioThe Dayton Fire Department & Emergency PreparednessIn this episode Dayton Fire Department Captain Brad French talks with Captain Tyler McCoy about emergency preparedness.
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Dayton Daily News The Path ForwardNew police chief Kamran Afzal discusses plans for Dayton Police DepartmentKamran Afzal was sworn in as Daytonâs new police chief on Dec. 20, replacing former chief Richard Biehl after 13 years of service. He now leads a department of 368 sworn officers, 39 civilian employees and manages an annual budget of $57 million. We recently spoke with the new police chief in his office about his background and plans for the department.2022-03-1124 min
My VA DaytonMy VA Dayton Podcast Featuring Army Veteran Jerry FerrelArmy Veteran Jerry Ferrel tells his story of securing convenient parking for Purple Heart Recipients. He also tells listeners of his many other volunteer activities his is involved with, including his work for the Dayton VA Medical Center, as well as his military career.2022-03-0927 minBirthplace of Next: City of Dayton RadioThe Dayton Fire Department GROW ProgramIn this episode Dayton Fire Department Captain Brad French talks to Emergency Medical Technician Amy Dunkin about the DFD's GROW (Get Recovery Options Working) Program.
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My VA DaytonMy VA Dayton Podcast Featuring Bronze Star Recipient Arthur WilliamsBronze Star recipient Arthur Williams tells his story of his time in the Navy, and how he was decorated for his service. Arthur is an information and reception specialist at the Dayton VA dedicated to serving those Veterans who come to the facility.2022-02-2430 min
My VA DaytonMy VA Dayton Podcast featuring Cassie BarlowMy VA Dayton Podcast featuring Cassie Barlow, President at Strategic Ohio Council for Higher Education at SOCHE. Cassie tells listeners about her early years, military journey, community involvement, and experiences at The Dayton VA.2022-02-2442 min
Dayton Daily News The Path ForwardThe least vaccinated Dayton-area communitiesWide gulfs exist in COVID-19 vaccination rates across southwest Ohio â the rates in some communities are more than three times higher than others, a Dayton Daily News investigation found â exposing many long-term disparities and undermining efforts to end the pandemic. Dayton Daily News reporters Jordan Laird and Josh Sweigart visited the least vaccinated communities in Montgomery County to find out how residents view the shot.2022-02-0910 minBirthplace of Next: City of Dayton RadioThe Dayton Fire Department is Recruiting!In this episode Dayton Fire Department Captain Brad French talks to Lieutenant Ken Cole about efforts to recruit a more diverse field of candidates for the DFD. Â For more information go to: joindaytonfire.com
2022-01-2118 minDayton Daily News The Path ForwardLegacies of redlining in Dayton region persistHousing advocates in the Dayton region explain that the legacies of redlining persist today as the region's Black and minority residents continue to face disparities in housing.This episode explores the legacies of past polices and modern discrimination with two local stories.Dayton-area residents of color, particularly in minority neighborhoods, are denied home loans at higher rates than their white counterparts over half a century after the Fair Housing Act of 1968 was intended to level the playing field. Norman and Zaria Scearce, an African American couple living in Trotwood recently attempted to buy a bigger...2021-08-1711 minDayton Daily News The Path ForwardFirst Episode: What is the Path Forward for DaytonThe Dayton Daily News Path Forward project investigates the most pressing issues facing our communityâ including jobs and the economy, drinking water, and race and equity â and seeks solutions.In the first episode of the Dayton Daily News the Path Forward podcast, Dayton Daily News Publisher Jana Collier discusses the Path Forward project with host Jordan Laird. We also introduce you to our team, what we do and the issues we're tackling.2021-05-0609 min
What Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonWho are Capitol insurgency suspects Jessica Watkins and Donovan Crowl?It is only February, but boy has 2021 been a year. Dayton Daily News crime reporter Parker Perry and investigative reporter Josh Sweigart break down the Miami Valleyâs connections to the Capitol invasion with âWhat Had Happened Was" host Amelia Robinson. Bar co-owner Jessica Watkins and her friend Donovan Crowl, both Champaign County residents, face federal conspiracy and other charges for allegedly working with an Oath Keepers member and others to storm the Capitol on Jan. 6. Sweigart and Parker explain what theyâve learned about the pair, their alleged motives, the charges they face and...2021-02-0329 min
How To Be An ArtistStep 14: Ethan Dayton -- O' Brother Where Art Thou, Part 4The fourth of four discussions with my brothers. This one is with Ethan Dayton, a machinima artist, youtuber and the creator of Dr. Smite's Improv. Â In this episode we discuss the story of Ethan's discovery of being on the autism spectrum, how he made sense of the world before that, the challenges he has faced navigating a neurotypical world and the work he is currently engaged in.
You can find Ethan's work at:
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Twitter.com/Dreyfusxano2020-12-171h 23How To Be An ArtistStep 12: Adrian Dayton -- O' Brother Where Art Thou, Part 3The third of four interviews with my brothers. This one with Adrian Dayton, founder and CEO of Clearview Social -- a social media force-multiplier for professional firms. Adrian is an entrepreneur and social media specialist, with a particular expertise in social media for law firms. In this episode we discuss creativity as an entrepreneur, institutional vs. real-world success, things that impress vs. things you love, the misconceptions about sales and preparing for opportunity.2020-11-271h 00
What Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonDayton murder & mayhem: a bayonet shootout, a jealous Royal Albert and a 10-year-old Mead fed only water and beef teaThe players have changed, but the murder and mystery sounds the same. âWhat Had Happened Wasâ podcast host Amelia Robinson chatted with Woodland Cemeteryâs Angie Hoschouer about three of the most shocking cases in Daytonâs history.All are new to the cemeteryâs History, Mystery, Murder and Mayhem Tour. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the tours are only virtual or self-guided this year. Angie explains the fate of Mary âMamieâ Hagerty who was gunned down by a jealous yal Albert âRoyâ Fowler on Harshman Street, 10-year-old Eliza "Leil...2020-10-2833 min
What Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonTony Hall on starving for the hungry, football, nasty politics and apologizing for slaveryIt is one thing to talk about a cause. Itâs is another to starve yourself for it.For the latest âWhat Had Happened Wasâ podcast episode, Dayton native Tony Hall, a former U.S. Congressman and the United States Ambassador to the United Nations Agencies for Food and Agriculture, spoke to Amelia Robinson about his hunger strike and ongoing work to end hunger worldwide.The three-time Nobel Peace Prize nominee also told stories about his father, former Dayton Mayor Dave Hall, football, the hate he received after asking Congress to apologize for slavery, Mother Teresa...2020-10-1242 minHow To Be An ArtistStep 8: Cameron Dayton -- O Brother Where Art Thou? Part 2In this episode I continue my series of discussions with my brothers by chatting with Cameron Dayton, a writer, creative director and a transmedia specialist on some of the biggest games of the last two decades. His credits include early development work on Overwatch, creative director on Call of Duty WW II, and narrative director at BioWare. Heâs also the creator and writer of Etherwalker, the first installment of the Silicon Covenant series.
In this episode we talk about family and ambition, finding the ideal time to work, the directorâs cut of Etherwalker, Rick and Mort...2020-09-211h 10
What Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonDayton police Chief Richard Biehl on not having a âwhy,â tears that wouldnât stop, yoga and police community relationsGrief does not care if you wear a badge. In the season kickoff of the "What Had Happened Was" podcast, Amelia Robinson chatted with Richard S. Biehl, the chief of Daytonâs police department.  Among other things, they discussed the grief that brought the community together after the Oregon District mass shooting, why âwhyâ is so important to so many, what yoga did for his deep depression, the link between the 2001 Cincinnati riots and protests in Dayton following the death of George Floyd, police reform and the impact his former interracial relationship had on his career. 2020-08-1943 min
What Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonTear gas and calls for change: reporters on covering George Floyd protest in DaytonTimes they are a-changinâ. âWhat Had Happened Wasâ podcast host Amelia Robinson sat down virtually with Dayton Daily News reporters Sarah Franks and Cory Frolik. As part of this episode, they dive into what happened during protests in Dayton sparked by the slaying of George Floyd by Minneapolis police. The three discuss what they heard, saw and felt on the frontline of the protests and what it might mean to police reform in Dayton. This episode contains audio recorded during Dayton protests that may not be appropriate for all audiences.2020-06-1936 min
What Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonGeorge Floyd killing sparks 'courageous, often intense conversation about race and police in DaytonSome conversations must be had even if they are uncomfortable. What Had Happened Was podcast host Amelia Robinson moderated the first of Dayton Daily News Courageous Conversations: Relations Between Daytonâs Black Community and Police. The virtual town hall meeting came in the wake of protests here and around the nation following the May 25 police killing of George Floyd, a black man, in Minneapolis. Panelists included: âą Dayton Police Chief Richard Biehl âą Shenise Turner Sloss of Neighborhoods Over Politics, a training and advocacy organization âą Rev. Joshua Ward, Omega Baptist Church âą Lawrence Burnley, University of Daytonâs vice president for diversity and inclusio...2020-06-121h 20
What Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonThe âpest house,â Grim Reaper and how the âSpanish Ladyâ brought the Gem City to its kneesYou may not recognize the name, but a âSpanish Ladyâ killed more than 50 million people in 1918 and 1919.
An estimated 500 to 675 of those people lived in or near the Gem City.
Dayton Daily News and Dayton.com photographer and reporter Lisa Powell with the help of colleague Laura Bishoff and local historians uncovered a little known story of how the Spanish Flu shut down Dayton.
In this special episode, Lisa and âWhat Had Happened Wasâ host Amelia Robinson dish about the Grim Reaper, pestilent houses, the Vicks Vapor Rub shortage, the media blackout and why one solider probably had his fill of cold...2020-04-1021 min
What Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonJana Collier on the big breakup, pop-star dreams and the future of the Dayton Daily NewsAs the lyrics go, âbreaking up is hard to do.â
Thatâs as true with newsrooms as it is with relationships.
Thankfully, not all breakups leave you sobbing in the corner with a Teddy bear.
âWhat Had Happened Wasâ podcast host Amelia Robinson sat down with Jana Collier, the freshly minted publisher of a newspaper and website group that includes Dayton.com, Dayton Daily News, the Springfield News Sun and the Journal News.
They talk about the shocking twists and turns that preceded the newspaperâs split from WHIO Radio, WHIO-TV and the rest of Cox Media Group.
In this episode, the...2020-03-0522 min
What Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonComedian Megan Stalter on landing âNational Lampoon Radio Hourâ and being booted out of a Dayton improv classMegan Stalter is not a nurse.
This is probably a good thing given she doesnât like the sight of blood and a series of chiropractor videos gave her wicked nightmares.
The proud Daytonian, a Wayne High grad, told âWhat Had Happened Wasâ host Amelia Robinson how she studied everything from nursing to teaching before deciding to pursue her real dream: comedy.
Megan, a âNational Lampoon Radio Hourâ podcast cast member, wants to do it all.
Others comedians on the sketch comedy podcast include Cole Escola, Jo Firestone, Brett Davis , Alex English, Maeve Higgins and guest stars Rachel Dratch, Amy Sedaris, Chr...2020-01-2428 minBirthplace of Next: City of Dayton RadioWork in Progress - A Live Podcast with Commissioner Fairchild: The 2020 City of Dayton BudgetCommissioner Darryl Fairchild talks with Diane Shannon, Director of Procurement, Management & Budget for the City of Dayton, about the proposed 2020 budget.
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What Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonâThis is my home, these are my people.â Cloudy with a Chance of What Happened with McCall Vrydaghs & Kirstie ZontiniAll hell had just broken loose the last time McCall Vrydaghs appeared on the âWhat Had Happened Wasâ podcast with Amelia Robinson.
This time around, McCall, WHIOâs chief meteorologist, and Kirstie Zontini, her co-host on the âCloudy with the Chance of Podcast,â join Amelia for a crossover episode that could raise the barometric pressure.
They touch on everything from a baby chef who wants what she wants, weather women power and badass tattoos.
These weather warriors were even able to explain the difference between "weather" and "climate" in a way that Amelia, a bonafide math-phobic word gal, could understand.
They chat...2020-01-0929 min
What Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonStruggle, survival and strength Part 1: Dayton shares stories from year of terrorDayton was hit square in the jaw over and over again in 2019, but no matter how hard the blow, the Gem City stood up together.
Community members share stories of struggle, survival and strength in this special episode of the âWhat Had Happened Was" podcast.
Dayton-area residents were invited to the Dayton Metro Library a few weeks ago to tell stories related to the terrifying Memorial Day tornadoes, Oregon District mass shooting and community unifying events that include a KKK rally.
They told podcast host Amelia Robinson and Dayton Daily News reporter Cornelius Frolik tales of courage, generosity and personal pa...2019-12-1257 min
What Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonStruggle, survival and strength Part 2: Dayton shares stories from year of terrorThis is second episode of a two part series about Dayton's strength.
The Gem City was hit square in the jaw over and over again in 2019, but no matter how hard the blow, the Gem City stood up together.
Community members share stories of struggle, survival and strength in this special episode of the âWhat Had Happened Was" podcast.
Dayton-area residents were invited to the Dayton Metro Library a few weeks ago to tell stories related to the terrifying Memorial Day tornadoes, Oregon District mass shooting and community unifying events that include a KKK rally.
They told podcast host Amelia Ro...2019-12-121h 07
What Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonThe Dayton garage killingsTrespassing and damaging property are crimes, but the punishment is rarely death.
âWhat Had Happened Wasâ host Amelia Robinson and Dayton Daily News reporter Cornelius Frolik dive deep into one of the most controversial Dayton cases of 2019.
Property owner Victor Santana was just indicted on murder charges for allegedly fatally shooting Javier Harrison and Devin Henderson in their backs on Aug. 28.
Prosecutors say the 17 year olds and a friend were smoking marijuana in Santanaâs detached garage before shots rang out.
The case is expected to be the first local test of Ohio new self-defense law.
During this episode, Cory, a Pitt...2019-11-2929 min
What Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonAn extremely hurtful year: Dion Green on pain, grief and fighting through the Dayton mass shooting and tornadoesDion Green knows far too personally how hurtful 2019 has been to Dayton.
The Northridge residentâs house was hit hard by the worst of the 15 Memorial Day tornadoes that rocked the Dayton area.
Weeks later, Dion and his family took an even deeper blow when what started as a beautiful night in the Oregon District turned into a nightmare.
Dionâs dad and right-hand man Derrick Fudge died in his arms in the heart of Dayton on Aug. 4.
The massacre that claimed nine lives was the worst mass shooting in Ohioâs history.
It and the tornado are among a string...2019-11-1435 min
What Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonDayton's other Dave and his magical truckHe is Daytonâs other Dave (the other one is Chappelle), and youâve probably seen his truck.
âWhat Had Happened Wasâ host Amelia Robinson sat down with David Hurwitz, the dude wearing overalls behind the over-the-top book truck often parked near Blind Bob's or elsewhere in Daytonâs Oregon District.
The community activist, artist and retired educator is a key organizer of the Dayton Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebration and Deeds Park Dog Park, among other things..
This one-of-a-kind spirit is one of Ameliaâs favorite Daytonians and is full of surprises, as you are about to fin...2019-10-0325 min
What Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonHis only child was killed during the Dayton mass shooting. Now Mike Turner wants everyone to hug.Few people would blame Mike Turner if his heart were full of rage.
His only child - his best friend in the entire world - was gunned down during the Dayton mass shooting.
In the days since, Mike has been angry, but he refuses to let hate rule the day.
Instead Mike is spreading a message of love and conversation.
Through #Loganhugs, the retired car salesman with a big heart hopes to remind people that tomorrow is not promised and love and a simple hug are very powerful things.
Mike explains why he leaves messages on napkins in restaurants and...2019-09-1132 min
What Had Happened Was: A podcast for Dayton'One hell of a summer,' Dayton Mayor Nan Whaley on Dave Chappelle, the mass shooting and the tornadoesSomehow saying 2019 has been a hell of a year in Dayton is an understatement.
There was a water crisis, an FBI investigation and then a Klan rally followed days later by 15 tornadoes.
As the city climbed back to its feet, it was punched in the gut by extreme trauma when a 24-year-old opened fire in the Oregon District, killing nine and causing more than 30 others to be injured.
The cityâs strength has been tested, but as Dayton Mayor Nan tells What Had Happened Was host Amelia Robinson, the Gem City is far from broken.
They talk about the tragedies, th...2019-08-2928 min
What Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonThe Story behind âAmerican Factoryâ with oscar-nominated filmmakers Steve Bognar and Julia ReichertCulture in the Gem City is changing and Steve Bognar and Julia Reichert are documenting it on film.
The regionâs most acclaimed filmmakers will host the theatrical premiere of their latest work âAmerican Factoryâ at the Victoria Theatre.
Before that, they sat down for a chat with âWhat Had Happened Wasâ host Amelia Robinson.
Julia and Steve, both groundbreaking artists in their own right, discuss American Factory, the Obamas, being wined and dined by Netflix, what brought them together as filmmakers and life partners and their very different upbringings.
The public is invited to a free screening of Steve Bognar and...2019-08-1645 min
What Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonDayton mass shooting, reporters and witnesses on what they saw and what's nextThe loud pops and bangs that filled the air in Daytonâs Oregon District early Sunday, Aug. 4 were sadly not made by fireworks.
It was the sound of Dayton joining the sisterhood of cities rocked by mass shootings.
A 24-year-old man with a semi-automatic pistol that police say was modified to act like a rifle, murdered nine people enjoying what was a beautiful night out on the town.
What Had Happened Was host Amelia Robinson and her husband Anthony Shoemaker heard the gun blast from their home and were among the first journalists on the shocking scene.
WHIO TV reporters Mo...2019-08-0833 min
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What Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonBarrel Houseâs Sara and Gus Stathes beer-tastic adventure with kids, ferrets & Wu TangWu Tang is definitely for the children when your folks own the bar.
What Had Happened Was podcast host Amelia Robinson spoke with Barrel House owners Sara and Gus Stathes about ferrets, Tinder, Dayton, beer, jerks and Wu Tang Wednesday.
Ellie, Saraâs 9-year-old daughter and the Barrel Houseâs unofficial mascot, was their to represent all things Taylor Swift and to keep things moving.
Sara dishes about what it is like to be a boss lady in the male dominated beer world.
She and Gus, her new husband, shared the trials and triumphs they have faced their first year owni...2019-07-0935 min
What Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonâAll hell broke loose:' McCall Vrydaghs on tracking 15 Dayton area tornadoesWHIO Chief Meteorologist McCall Vrydaghs used passion and scientific knowledge to inform Dayton area residents when 15 tornadoes - including a monstrous one - assaulted the community on Memorial Day.
She talks to âWhat Had Happened Wasâ host Amelia Robinson.
Want to help Dayton area residents impacted by the Memorial Day tornadoes? Donate to The Foodbank of Dayton (thefoodbankdayton.org) or the Dayton Foundationâs Greater Dayton Relief Fund (daytonfoundation.org).2019-06-0428 min
What Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonRob Lowe on craving pie, kicking the can and acting in DaytonYou can take the Sodapop out of Dayton, but you canât take Dayton out of the Sodapop.
âWhat Had Happened Wasâ host Amelia Robinson talked with actor, director and game show host Rob Lowe about his years growing up in the Gem City, where he started his acting career.
Lowe plans to present a Dayton-centric version of âRob Lowe: Stories I Only Tell My Friends: LIVE!â at 4 p.m. Sunday, June 2 at the Schuster Center, 1 W. Second St. in Dayton.
He's been a Hollywood mainstay since his breakout role as Sodapop Curtis in Francis Ford Coppola's big-screen adaptation of S. E. Hint...2019-04-2620 min
What Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonPodcasting tips, tricks and stories with Juliet Fromholt and Tony Peters LIVE at Dayton Podfest 2019Podcasters talking about how to podcast...
âWhat Had Happened Wasâ host Amelia Robinson talked with Tony Peters of DATV and the Icon Fetch podcast and Juliet Fromholt, the host of WYSOâs Kaleidoscope and Alpha Rhythms, live at Dayton Podfest 2019.
Tony and Juliet teach podcasting and shared tips, tricks and stories of not fan girl-ing and boy-ing out with Amelia and the audience at Brightside Music and Event Venue in downtown Dayton.
Dayton Podfest was hosted by the Gem City Podcast.2019-04-2435 min
What Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonAmaya Sexton, Daytonâs Best Drag Queen, wants to be Betty WhiteAmaya Sexton has Betty White dreams.
The JLo-loving, corn country native was vote Best Dayton Drag Queen in Dayton.comâs Best of Dayton Contest.
She sat down with âWhat Had Happened Wasâ host Amelia Robinson.
Amaya talks about the Sextons - her drag family - , chicken wings, channeling Beyoncé and being a trans woman on Facebook.
Sexton, Miss Masque 2018, has 10 years in the drag game and plans to be the Betty White of her profession. MORE: https://on.dayton.com/2TyYDc52019-02-0629 min
What Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonWhat Had Happened Was: Best of Dayton 2018 RevealedWhat Had Happened Wasâ host Amelia Robinson and Todd Hollst, the host of WHIOâs âThe Sunday Edge,â reveal the winners of Dayton.comâs Best of Dayton. Expect some surprise guests and surprised winners.
Nearly 100,000 nominations were submitted and more than a half million voters were cast in the annual contest that rewards the people, places, businesses and things that make Dayton such a special place.
Categories include best burger, best bar bathroom, best celebrity, best museum, best pizza, best realtor, best artist and best Asian food.
See the complete list of winners here: https://www.dayton.com/lifestyles/and-the-be...2019-01-072h 05What Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonWhat Had Happened Was: : âAnyone can killâ Dayton detective Doyle Burke talks Jolynn Ritchie, the microwave baby killer and axe murders in DaytonAnyone can kill.
Thatâs one of the lessons Doyle Burke, a retired Dayton homicide detective, said he took from his 30-year career with the cityâs police department.
Burke, now the Warren County coronerâs chief investigator, sat down with âWhat Had Happened Wasâ host Amelia Robinson to talk about some of the cold-blooded murder he and his team helped bring to justice.
They are among the most notorious killers this city has even seen: child killer Jolynn Ritchie, the Christmas killers, the Dayton mom who microwaved her own infant, a triple axe murder and a supposed Satan worshiper who preyed...2018-11-1642 minWhat Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonWhat Had Happened Was: Bill Castro on squid, horses and how his family has served Dayton the world on a plate for 40 yearsYou can lead a horse to water, but can you convince it to eat squid.
Amelia Robinson talked to Bill Castro for the latest episode of the What Had Happened Was podcast.
Bill and his family have been serving the world up to Dayton for more than 40 years at their restaurant, El Meson at 903 E. Dixie Dr., West Carrollton.
Bill talks about being raised in West Carrollton by the Hispanic Ward and June Cleaver and how his familyâs business grew from a pizza joint to one that serves the tastes of Central America, South America and the Caribbean. (Yep, so...2018-09-1235 minWhat Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonWhat Had Happened Was: Bloody Christmas - Daytonâs 1992 Christmas KillingsDeep wounds are hard to heal.
Some wounds never completely heal.
More than 25 years ago a gang of youth lead by a 16-year girl described as cold-hearted terroristed Dayton in the Dayton around Christmas.
What Had Happened Was podcast host Amelia Robinson sat down with retired Dayton police Sgt. Stephen C. (Gris) Grismer, Judith M. Monseur, an educator, and Dayton Detective Dennis A. Murphy.
The trioâs book âThe Christmas Killings: 40 Hours to Justiceâ
reveals how police tracked down the Downton Posse behind the 1992 murder spree dubbed the Christmas Killings.
The book details how Sgt. Larry Grossnickle and detectives Wade Lawson...2018-08-1743 minWhat Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonWhat Had Happened Was: Dayton gridiron hero LaVar Glover on walking away, playing golf and building bridges after the NFLWhile his college football teammates were shaking it up and shutting down bars, Dayton football hero LaVar Glover was sharing a bedroom with the 15-year-old brother he was trying to set on the right path.
Glover, now the director of self-sufficiency at Community Action Partnership, talked to Amelia Robinson about his unconventional life for the latest episode of the âWhat Had Happened Wasâ podcast.
They dished about card games and Gloverâs decade-long football career. He was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers before being signed by the Cincinnati Bengals and the Detroit Lions before playing for the Arena and Canadian Footba...2018-07-2045 minWhat Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonWhat Had Happened Was: Nancy Horlacher on Daytonâs mysterious walled city falls, the Phantom Driver of the Englewood Dam and why is Dayton the Gem City?Whatâs more Google than Google? A librarian who loves local history.
Amelia Robinson and Nancy Horlacher of the Dayton Metro Library talks odd and scary Dayton stories for the latest episode of the What Had Happened Was podcast.
Nancy conjured up tales about the Frankenstein Castle, alligators raised in a Dayton wonderland, how water brought down Daytonâs wall city and the creep-tastic Phantom Driver of Englewood dam.
She even dives into one of the cityâs biggest controversy: how Dayton became known as the Gem City.
2018-07-0534 minWhat Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonWhat Had Happened Was: Ro Nita Hawes-Saundersâ childhood of burning crosses in Dayton and adulthood of fighting for herselfOne of Ro Nita Hawes-Saundersâ earliest memories is watching her 4-foot 11-inch tall mother rise up set a racist teacher straight.
Her youth as the daughter of local civil rights workers included seeing crosses burned in her familyâs front yard and being told she wasnât welcome in her neighborhood and that the KKK was going to get her.
Despite that and the challenges she fast afterwards â a ten year battle to get launch her former radio station included â Hawes-Saunders says she remains an optimist.
Had Happened Was podcast host Amelia Robinson walked down memory lane with the local radio pion...2018-06-0649 minWhat Had Happened Was: A podcast for DaytonWhat Had Happened Was: Dead in Dayton -- a mayor trapped in a brothel, a former slave claps back, and a gypsy queen cliffhangerYou know who can give you life? Dead people.
Some of the nationâs most fascinating, previously-living citizens have found final resting places at Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum in Dayton.
What Had Happened Was host Amelia Robinson and Angie Hoschouer, the cemeteryâs development and marketing manager, pull their stories from the grave in this podcast episode.
There is dirty secret of a former Dayton mayor trapped in the cityâs most popular whorehouse, a former slave that clapped back at his former master, the truth about a gypsy queen funeral and so much more in this ridiculously lively episode about...2018-04-2433 minBirthplace of Next: City of Dayton Radio15. What's in Store for Dayton's Housing Market?Youâre listening to âBirthplace of Next,â the podcast where City officials discuss the latest news and developments in Dayton that continue to make it a livable, sustainable and innovative community.Â
On this episode, we assess the current status and future prospects of Daytonâs housing market, as well as an upcoming Housing Symposium where attendees will learn more about the housing stock and resources provided by the City. With us to discuss this topic is Erin Jeffries, the Cityâs Acting Community Development Manager.
2017-02-0618 minBirthplace of Next: City of Dayton Radio11. 150 Year of Veterans Affairs in DaytonThe Dayton VA Medical Center discusses plans in 2017 to mark 150 years of service.
2016-12-1211 minBirthplace of Next: City of Dayton Radio2. West Dayton Development PlanOn this episode, Director of Planning & Community Development Aaron Sorrell explains the spirit and purpose of the West Dayton Development Plan and how strategic initiatives are helping revitalize the city's western neighborhoods. 2016-09-1915 min
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