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Alter EagleAlter EagleHolding On To Hello: Part II | Hank & Terry Leyland -- Family, Faith, And Finding Forever.In Part II of Holding on to Hello, Hank and Terry Leyland reflect on the life-changing moment they met their son Ken for the first time—and the powerful legislation that helped make it possible. They share the emotional story of Ken holding onto the letter they wrote him decades earlier, the deep connection they’ve built since reuniting, and the unforgettable honor of attending his wedding. It’s a story of hope, healing, and the enduring bonds of love and family. Sponsors: https://www.betterhelp.com/altereagle  Follow & Subscribe to get episodes automat...2025-05-0536 minAlter EagleAlter EagleHolding On To Hello: Part I | With Hank & Terry Leyland -- Young Love, Adoption, And Building A Life.In Holding on to Hello: Part I, Hank and Terry Leyland share the tender beginnings of their story — young love, hard choices, and a future built on hope. At just teenagers, they found themselves navigating an unexpected pregnancy and the heart-wrenching decision to place their child for adoption. Through it all, their bond endured, growing into a life filled with marriage, family, and resilience. This is a story about holding on — to love, to dreams, and to the hope that someday, hello would come again. Sponsors: https://www.betterhelp.com/altereagle Follow & Subscribe to g...2025-04-2855 minAlter EagleAlter EagleFinding The Best Path: A Conversation With Hannah & Samantha From Family Pathways.In this heartfelt and eye-opening conversation, I sit down with Hannah and Samantha from Family Pathways to explore their "why"--the deep purpose behind their work in the foster care system. Together, we break down what it truly means to put children first, the complexities of the fostering journey, and how we can collectively build systems that support not just placement, but healing, stability, and long-term well-being. Whether you're a caregiver, advocate, or simply curious about how the foster system works, this episode offers honest insight and hopeful perspective from two women, Hannah & Samantha, doing the work every day. 2025-04-141h 06Alter EagleAlter EagleWhat's Next: A Heartfelt Conversation With Dr. Lewis On CYS, Family, And Finding Purpose.Today's episode features Dr. Elan Lewis of Family Pathways, and one of the most inspirational people I've had the pleasure of meeting. Her outlook on life is very much aligned with making the impossible, possible. She is always looking ahead and very mindful of where her money and how it is spent. For more on Monarch Place and how you can support this amazing 501c3 go to: https://www.familypathways.net/   Sponsors: https://www.betterhelp.com/altereagle Follow & Subscribe to get episodes automatically as they drop every Monday. Audio o...2025-04-071h 04Alter EagleAlter EagleFull Circle, Pickleball, and Recovery: Joe Mahoney ReturnsJoe Mahoney is back with a catch up on what the past year has brought, new adventures and pickleball!    Sponsors: https://www.betterhelp.com/altereagle Follow & Subscribe to get episodes automatically as they drop every Monday. Audio on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Audible, and Deezer, as well as YouTube. This Podcast is produced at The Butler Eagle located in Butler, PA. Subscribe to this channel for all Butler Eagle News content and go to: https://www.butlereagle.com/ https://www.alter-eagle.com/  #butlerpa #thebutlereagle #newspaper #pod...2025-03-3127 minAlter EagleAlter EagleWhere Is She Now? Jessica Burr's Journey Since We Last Talked.One year later with Jessica Burr from episode 4. So much can change in one year and Jessica is here to share it all.  Sponsors:  https://www.betterhelp.com/altereagle  Follow & Subscribe to get episodes automatically as they drop every Monday. Audio on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Audible, and Deezer, as well as YouTube. This Podcast is produced at The Butler Eagle located in Butler, PA. Subscribe to this channel for all Butler Eagle News content and go to: https://www.butlereagle.com/ https://www.alter-eagle.com/  #butlerpa #theb...2025-03-2436 minAlter EagleAlter EagleBreaking Barriers: Legislation, Education & Healing in Siena's Honor With Sherry Jo & Tom Bott.Five years after losing their daughter Siena to a fentanyl poisoning in their family home, Sherry Jo & Tom Bott continue to turn their grief into action. In this episode, we catch up on the incredible progress they've made--from passing legislation to expanding narcan education and creating safe spaces for youth in schools. Join us as we discuss the impact of their advocay, the changes they've helped implement, and the legacy Siena leaves behind. Sponsors: https://www.betterhelp.com/altereagle  Follow & Subscribe to get episodes automatically as they drop every Monday. Audio on Apple P...2025-03-1734 minAlter EagleAlter EaglePart II- Faith In Action: Volunteering, Signs From The Beyond & Trust With Eric Campbell.Sponsors: https://www.betterhelp.com/altereagle  Follow & Subscribe to get episodes automatically as they drop every Monday. Audio on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Audible, and Deezer, as well as YouTube. This Podcast is produced at The Butler Eagle located in Butler, PA. Subscribe to this channel for all Butler Eagle News content and go to: https://www.butlereagle.com/ https://www.alter-eagle.com/   #butlerpa #thebutlereagle #newspaper #podcast #resources #community #Pittsburgh #hope #change #altereagle #mentalhealth #movement #education #butlerdowntown #downtownbutler  #butlercountydowntown #downtownbutler #butlerdowntown #community #theology #Christianity #father #education #listening                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Hosted, Produced & Edited By: Laura Crago  2025-03-0350 minAlter EagleAlter EaglePart I- Theology, Fatherhood, And Giving Back: A Life Of Purpose With Eric CampbellSponsors: https://www.betterhelp.com/altereagle  Follow & Subscribe to get episodes automatically as they drop every Monday. Audio on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Audible, and Deezer, as well as YouTube. This Podcast is produced at The Butler Eagle located in Butler, PA. Subscribe to this channel for all Butler Eagle News content and go to: https://www.butlereagle.com/ https://www.alter-eagle.com/   #butlerpa #thebutlereagle #newspaper #podcast #resources #community #Pittsburgh #hope #change #altereagle #mentalhealth #movement #education #butlerdowntown #downtownbutler  #butlercountydowntown #downtownbutler #butlerdowntown #community #theology #Christianity #father #education #listening                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Hosted, Produced & Edited By: Laura Crago    2025-02-2456 minAlter EagleAlter EagleListening, Learning & Countdown to 1960Sponsors: https://www.betterhelp.com/altereagle  Follow & Subscribe to get episodes automatically as they drop every Monday. Audio on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Audible, and Deezer, as well as YouTube. This Podcast is produced at The Butler Eagle located in Butler, PA. Subscribe to this channel for all Butler Eagle News content and go to:  https://www.butlereagle.com/ https://www.alter-eagle.com/  #butlerpa #thebutlereagle #newspaper #podcast #resources #community #Pittsburgh #hope #change #altereagle #mentalhealth #movement #education #butlerdowntown #downtownbutler  #butlercountydowntown #downtownbutler #butlerdowntown #community #Countdown1960 #books #education #listening  Hosted, Produ...2025-02-1722 minAlter EagleAlter EaglePart II- Finding Solutions: Politics, Healthcare & A Shared Future With Heidi Marie Priest.Resources: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1A9g98b2gi/   Sponsors:    https://www.betterhelp.com/altereagle  Follow & Subscribe to get episodes automatically as they drop every Monday. Audio on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Audible, and Deezer, as well as YouTube. This Podcast is produced at The Butler Eagle located in Butler, PA. Subscribe to this channel for all Butler Eagle News content and go to:  https://www.butlereagle.com/ https://www.alter-eagle.com/  #butlerpa #thebutlereagle #newspaper #podcast #resources #community #Pittsburgh #hope #change #altere...2025-02-101h 07Alter EagleAlter EaglePart I- Roots & Reality: A Candid Talk On Politics And Identity With Heidi Marie PriestSponsors:   https://www.betterhelp.com/altereagle  Follow & Subscribe to get episodes automatically as they drop every Monday. Audio on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Audible, and Deezer, as well as YouTube. This Podcast is produced at The Butler Eagle located in Butler, PA. Subscribe to this channel for all Butler Eagle News content and go to:  https://www.butlereagle.com/ https://www.alter-eagle.com/  butlerpa #thebutlereagle #newspaper #podcast #resources #community #Pittsburgh #hope #change #altereagle #mentalhealth #movement #education #butlerdowntown #downtownbutler  #butlercountydowntown #downtownbutler #butlerdowntown #community #advocate #womensrights  Hosted, Produced & Edited By: La...2025-02-0350 minEye On SportsEye On SportsBrendan Is Back, Jake Doesn't Like The Eagles, And More High School Basketball! Special Announcement At The End Of Episode!For more on Butler Eagle Sports go to: https://www.butlereagle.com/section/sports/ Follow on social media: https://www.youtube.com/@butlereaglenews https://www.instagram.com/altereaglepodcast/ www.alter-eagle.com #butlercounty #highschoolfootball #predictions #Sports #sportspodcast #eyeonsports #altereaglepodcast #movember #menshealth  #butlereagle #sportswriters #swedishfish #pittsburgh #downtownbutler #butlerdowntown #podcast #butlerpa #butlercounty #collegefootball  #eagles #coach #steelers #highschoolsports    This podcast is recorded and produced by Alter Eagle at The Butler Eagle, Eagle Printing, located in Butler, PA. Cast: Host: Derek Pyda, Eagle Sports Writ...2025-01-3044 minEye On SportsEye On SportsSlippery Rock's Josh Book, Changing 1 PIAA Rule And Favorite Napolean Dynamite Moments.For more on Butler Eagle Sports go to: https://www.butlereagle.com/section/sports/ Follow on social media: https://www.youtube.com/@butlereaglenews https://www.instagram.com/altereaglepodcast/ www.alter-eagle.com #butlercounty #highschoolfootball #predictions #Sports #sportspodcast #eyeonsports #altereaglepodcast #movember #menshealth #mentalhealth #prostatecancer #testicularcancer #butlereagle #sportswriters #pittsburgh #downtownbutler #butlerdowntown #podcast #butlerpa #butlercounty #collegefootball  #steelers #eagles #coach #steelers #slipperyrockboysbasketball #slipperyrockhighschool #napoleandynamite  This podcast is recorded and produced by Alter Eagle at The Butler Eagle, Eagle Printing, located in Butler, PA. Cast: Host: Derek Py...2025-01-241h 04Alter EagleAlter EagleThrough The Ashes: California Wildfire Survivors, The Search For Truth And The Human Toll With Guests Doreen & Jenny C.Guest Jenny Canales, Los Angeles born and raised, is joined by LA transplant Doreen Winkler who built her business in LA as a Chef, from nothing only to see her home and business burn in the 2025 California Wildfires. Follow Doreen on Instagram:  @zeegz_ @doreeniechen Episode Resources: https://gofund.me/2a8d40ab https://recovery.lacounty.gov/palisades-fire/ https://www.ca.gov/LAfires/ Sponsors:  https://www.betterhelp.com/altereagle  Follow & Subscribe to get episodes automatically as they drop every Monday. Aud...2025-01-201h 02Eye On SportsEye On SportsKarns City Coach Steve Andreassi, Steelers Therapy And Brendan's A HeroFor more on Butler Eagle Sports go to: https://www.butlereagle.com/section/sports/ Follow on social media: https://www.youtube.com/@butlereaglenews https://www.instagram.com/altereaglepodcast/ www.alter-eagle.com #butlercounty #highschoolfootball #predictions #Sports #sportspodcast #eyeonsports #altereaglepodcast #movember #menshealth #mentalhealth #prostatecancer #testicularcancer #butlereagle #sportswriters #swedishfish #pittsburgh #downtownbutler #butlerdowntown #podcast #butlerpa #butlercounty #collegefootball  #steelers #eagles #coach #steelers #karnscity #girlsbasketball #karnscitygirlsbasketball     This podcast is recorded and produced by Alter Eagle at The Butler Eagle, Eagle Printing, located in Butler, PA. Cast: Ho...2025-01-161h 19Alter EagleAlter EagleKarns City Coach Steve Andreassi, Steelers Therapy And Brendan's A HeroFor more on Butler Eagle Sports go to: https://www.butlereagle.com/section/sports/ Follow on social media: https://www.youtube.com/@butlereaglenews https://www.instagram.com/altereaglepodcast/ www.alter-eagle.com #butlercounty #highschoolfootball #predictions #Sports #sportspodcast #eyeonsports #altereaglepodcast #movember #menshealth #mentalhealth #prostatecancer #testicularcancer #butlereagle #sportswriters #swedishfish #pittsburgh #downtownbutler #butlerdowntown #podcast #butlerpa #butlercounty #collegefootball  #steelers #eagles #coach #steelers #karnscity #girlsbasketball #karnscitygirlsbasketball     This podcast is recorded and produced by Alter Eagle at The Butler Eagle, Eagle Printing, located in Butler, PA. Cast: Ho...2025-01-161h 19Alter EagleAlter EaglePart II: Faith, Fear, And Politics In The Spotlight With Guest Cecilia TomkoEpisode Resources:  Link to Book:  https://a.co/d/7xym2ey  Sponsors: https://www.betterhelp.com/altereagle  Follow & Subscribe to get episodes automatically as they drop every Monday. Audio on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Audible, and Deezer, as well as YouTube. This Podcast is produced at The Butler Eagle located in Butler, PA. Subscribe to this channel for all Butler Eagle News content and go to: https://www.butlereagle.com/ https://www.alter-eagle.com/ butlerpa #thebutlereagle #newspaper #podcast #resources #community #Pittsburgh #hope #change #alte...2025-01-131h 02Eye On SportsEye On SportsBrendan Has A LOT To Say This Week About Football, Snow Days And A Surprise Caller Says Hi.For more on Butler Eagle Sports go to: https://www.butlereagle.com/section/sports/ Follow on social media: https://www.youtube.com/@butlereaglenews https://www.instagram.com/altereaglepodcast/ www.alter-eagle.com #butlercounty #highschoolfootball #predictions #Sports #sportspodcast #eyeonsports #altereaglepodcast #movember #menshealth #mentalhealth #prostatecancer #testicularcancer #butlereagle #sportswriters #swedishfish #pittsburgh #downtownbutler #butlerdowntown #podcast #butlerpa #butlercounty #collegefootball  #steelers #eagles #coach #steelers    This podcast is recorded and produced by Alter Eagle at The Butler Eagle, Eagle Printing, located in Butler, PA. Cast: Host: Derek Pyd...2025-01-0958 minAlter EagleAlter EaglePart I: Home, History, And Redemption In Cecilia Tomko's Novel 'Sacred Stones', A Butler Book.Episode Resources:  LInk to Book: https://a.co/d/7xym2ey Sponsors: https://www.betterhelp.com/altereagle Follow & Subscribe to get episodes automatically as they drop every Monday. Audio on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Audible, and Deezer, as well as YouTube. This Podcast is produced at The Butler Eagle located in Butler, PA. Subscribe to this channel for all Butler Eagle News content and go to: https://www.butlereagle.com/   https://www.alter-eagle.com/ #butlerpa #thebutlereagle #newspaper #podcast #resources #community #Pittsburgh #hope #change #altereagle #mentalhealth #movement 2025-01-0640 minEye On SportsEye On SportsKnoch Girls Wrestling's Coach Logan Downes, Christmas Memories & Steelers-Eagles Grumbling.Alter Eagle is focusing on men's health and joining Movember to raise funds in support of mental health, suicide awareness, testicular and prostate cancer. To DONATE to our teams goal of raising $1,000 go to: https://movember.com/t/eagle-chatter?mc=1 For more on Movember go to:  www.movember.com For more on Butler Eagle Sports go to:  https://www.butlereagle.com/section/sports/ Follow on social media: https://www.youtube.com/@butlereaglenews  https://www.instagram.com/altereaglepodcast/  www.alter-eagle.com  ...2024-12-191h 01Alter EagleAlter EagleBC3 EMS Academy; From Academy To ActionResources: www.bc3.edu/ems-academy Contact: Allie Palmer- Recruiter  724-287-8711, ext. 8451 allie.palmer@bc3.edu This episode was brought to you by: https://www.rstephensjewelers.com/ Sponsors: https://www.betterhelp.com/altereagle Follow & Subscribe to get episodes automatically as they drop every Monday. Audio on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Audible, and Deezer, as well as YouTube. This Podcast is produced at The Butler Eagle located in Butler, PA. Subscribe to this channel for all Butler Eagle News content a...2024-12-161h 11Eye On SportsEye On SportsIt's All-County Week! Plus Seneca Valley Hockey's Tyler Mesisca and Butler Basketball is 5-0.Alter Eagle is focusing on men's health and joining Movember to raise funds in support of mental health, suicide awareness, testicular and prostate cancer. To DONATE to our teams goal of raising $1,000 go to:  https://movember.com/t/eagle-chatter?mc=1 For more on Movember go to: www.movember.com  For more on Butler Eagle Sports go to:  https://www.butlereagle.com/section/sports/ Follow on social media: https://www.youtube.com/@butlereaglenews  https://www.instagram.com/altereaglepodcast/  www.alter-eagle.com  #b...2024-12-1257 minAlter EagleAlter EagleNever Stop Growing: Inside The Institute For Learning In Retirement.Resources: https://ilretirement.org/ This episode was brought to you by: https://www.rstephensjewelers.com/ Sponsors:  https://www.betterhelp.com/altereagle  Follow & Subscribe to get episodes automatically as they drop every Monday. Audio on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Audible, and Deezer, as well as YouTube. This Podcast is produced at The Butler Eagle located in Butler, PA. Subscribe to this channel for all Butler Eagle News content and go to:  https://www.butlereagle.com/  https://www.instagram.com/altereaglepodcast/ https://www.alte...2024-12-0958 minAlter EagleAlter EagleBreaking Habits, Building Health: A Journey With Jared Sullivan.Resources: https://us.movember.com/ This episode was brought to you by: https://www.rstephensjewelers.com/  Sponsors:  https://www.betterhelp.com/altereagle  Follow & Subscribe to get episodes automatically as they drop every Monday. Audio on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Audible, and Deezer, as well as YouTube. This Podcast is produced at The Butler Eagle located in Butler, PA. Subscribe to this channel for all Butler Eagle News content and go to:  https://www.butlereagle.com/ https://www.instagram.com/altereaglepodcast/ https://www...2024-12-0257 minAlter EagleAlter EagleTaking Control Of Your Mental Health Journey, Life & Mending The Invisible Wounds With Bill BarbaryResources:  https://us.movember.com/ This episode was brought to you by:  https://www.rstephensjewelers.com/ Sponsors:  https://www.betterhelp.com/altereagle Follow & Subscribe to get episodes automatically as they drop every Monday. Audio on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Audible, and Deezer, as well as YouTube. This Podcast is produced at The Butler Eagle located in Butler, PA. Subscribe to this channel for all Butler Eagle News content and go to: https://www.butlereagle.com/  https://www.instagram.com/altereaglepodcast/  https://www.a...2024-11-2654 minAlter EagleAlter EagleThe Importance Of Mental Health With Guest Jason Kennedy, Life, Conversations With Loved Ones & Kindness.Resources:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonkennedy2/ https://us.movember.com/ This episode was brought to you by: https://www.rstephensjewelers.com/ Sponsors: https://www.betterhelp.com/altereagle  Follow & Subscribe to get episodes automatically as they drop every Monday. Audio on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Audible, and Deezer, as well as YouTube. This Podcast is produced at The Butler Eagle located in Butler, PA. Subscribe to this channel for all Butler Eagle News content and go to:  https://www.butlereagle.com/ htt...2024-11-181h 14Alter EagleAlter EagleMovember Volunteer, Ambassador & Mo Bro, Andrew Still, Shares Navigating Grief & Growing Through Communication With Friends And Family.LISTENER DISCRETION IS ADVISED: Andrew Still opens up about losing his best friend at 16 to suicide. Later joining forces with his college roommate to join Movember which has turned into an annual commitment for men's health. A powerful episode full of hope, inspiration and connection. Resources: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewstill/ https://us.movember.com/ This episode was brought to you by: https://www.rstephensjewelers.com/  Sponsors:  https://www.betterhelp.com/altereagle  Follow & Subscribe to get episodes automatically as they dro...2024-11-111h 05Alter EagleAlter EagleBrian Heilman From MOVEMBER Is Here, If You Don't Know About MOVEMBER Then This Episode Is For You!Today’s guest is Brian Heilman, Brian P. Heilman is an accomplished researcher and expert in the fields of gender equality, violence prevention, and men’s health. Over fifteen years of international leadership experience, he has spearheaded influential studies and reports that continue to influence policy, practice, and public understanding of these important issues.  Heilman was lead author of the inaugural “State of America’s Fathers” report (2016) and co-author of four biannual editions of the “State of the World’s Fathers” reports (2017, 2019, 2021, 2023). These reports have established him as a leading proponent of equal care work and engaged fatherhood. 2024-11-0454 minAlter EagleAlter EagleInterim President of BCCC, Megan Coval, Sound Advice On Her New Role, Kindness & The Unimaginable.Megan Coval steps into the Alter Eagle studio for an amazing conversation of how she takes on all her roles; wife, mom, friend, sister, daughter and interim president at Butler County Community. Our conversation was exactly what I needed and reminded me how powerful kindness is, especially when first meeting someone. Coval has a remarkable way of looking at life, family and work and taking each day as it comes.   Resources: https://bc3.edu/about/who-we-are/office-of-the-president/biography.html   https://www.butlereagle.com/20240320/megan-coval-named-interim-president-by-bc3-trustees/   Thi...2024-10-281h 06Alter EagleAlter EagleLISTENER DISCRETION: Sami Roth, Miss Butler County 2024 Tells Her Story Surrounding Sexual Assault, CPTSD, PNES, How EMDR Therapy Helped Her To Begin Healing & Starting Her 501c3 'Take A Stand'.Sami Roth is the current reigning Miss Butler County of PA and shares her story of sexual assault which lead to PNES; psychogenic non-epileptic seizures, diagnosed by a medical doctor. Per Wikipedia; also referred to as pseudoseizures, non-epileptic attack disorder, functional seizures, or dissociative seizures, are episodes resembling an epileptic seizure but without the characteristic electrical discharges associated with epilepsy. Examples of inside triggers are physical symptoms, emotions, thoughts, and memories. Examples of outside triggers include something picked up by the senses (sounds, smells, lights, etc.), or difficult experiences that are encountered. Also suffering from CPTSD; complex post-traumatic stress d...2024-10-2159 minAlter EagleAlter EagleKerri Gallagher Crago On Giving To Receive; Nurse Extraordinaire Dedicating Her Life To Helping Others.This special episode with guest Kerri Gallagher Crago is one of my favorites so far, not just because she's family but more importantly her message. Kerri has such an understanding of how precious life is, her life has been dedicated to helping others, and she knows that each day is a gift no one should take for granted. A nurse by trade, Kerri has travelled to Haiti 10+ times to help underprivileged communities with food, medical care, training and educating, as well as connecting to the people there. Her career as a nurse has taken her from labor & delivery to...2024-10-1454 minAlter EagleAlter EagleThe Energy Behind Trusting Your Gut With Jackie Hooper; Divorce, Starting A Business & Truly Living.Laura sat down with Jackie Hooper from Sound Advice Entertainment to discuss starting her business, leaving her marriage, her faith and how she has learned to trust her gut.   Resources: www.SoundAdviceEntertainment.com This episode was brought to you by: https://www.rwmcdonaldandsons.com/  https://www.rstephensjewelers.com/  Sponsors:  https://www.betterhelp.com/altereagle Follow & Subscribe to get episodes automatically as they drop every Monday. Audio on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Audible, and Deezer, as well as YouTube. This Podc...2024-10-0759 minAlter EagleAlter EagleStacy Meyer From Independence Health System Brings Joy To Oncology Patients With Her Therapy Dog Henrietta, Who Has Her Own Badge!Stacy Meyer brought something to Butler County oncology patients that didn’t exist, a therapy dog named Henrietta.   Resources: https://www.independence.health/   This episode was brought to you by: https://www.rwmcdonaldandsons.com/    https://www.rstephensjewelers.com/    Sponsors:  https://www.betterhelp.com/altereagle   Follow & Subscribe to get episodes automatically as they drop every Monday. Audio on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Audible, and Deezer, as well as YouTube. This Podcast is produced at The Butler...2024-09-3035 minAlter EagleAlter EagleWesley's Warriors: A Mother's Strength In LossLISTENER DISCRETION ADVISED: This episode contains conversations surrounding childhood cancer and the loss of a child.   On today’s episode I sit down with Nikki Zablocki to talk about her son Wesley who passed away in March of 2015.  Wesley was 7 years old when he was first diagnosed with osteosarcoma and after four years of treatment and living with cancer, he passed away. Nikki shares how her family vowed, “we’re going to beat this!” In 2013 they connected with Cure Search and started Wesley’s Warriors and as of today Wesley’s Warriors has raised $300,000 dollars to go towards...2024-09-231h 04Alter EagleAlter EagleIt's September Already?!Just a quick check-in this week. I want to hear from you. Do you have a story?  Email: lcrago@butlereagle.com or message us on Facebook or Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/altereaglepodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/altereaglepodcast  Resources:  https://www.alexslemonade.org/  2024-09-1710 minAlter EagleAlter EagleThe Professor Is In; Larry Vincent Joins Us To Discuss His Bucket List Goal Achieved, Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation & His Daughter Jordan.Larry Vincent is a strategist, researcher, educator, writer, and podcast producer. He founded Conclusive, a research-driven consultancy that focuses on companies competing in the science, tech, and media industries. Larry is also an Associate Professor of the Practice of Marketing at the USC Marshall School of Business, where he educates and mentors the next generation of business leaders. Before pursuing his bucket-list wish to become a full-time professor, Larry was the Chief Branding Officer at UTA, where he co-founded the agency’s award-winning Brand Studio and led teams of researchers, strategists and designers to create brands for cl...2024-09-0957 minAlter EagleAlter EagleMeet The Voices of Alter Eagle's New Sports Podcast, Derek, Brendan and Jake, Favorite Music, Sports Trivia and Apparently Half Birthdays Are A Thing.Host Laura sits down with the guys from the new sports podcast; Eye On Sports. Get to know Butler Eagle sports writers Derek Pyda & Brendan Howe and meet new sports editor Jake Adams. Laura quizzes the guys on some NFL knowledge, favorite music and much more! Catch Eye On Sports every Thursday on your favorite podcast platforms!   Miller Minutes:   https://www.butlereagle.com/20240411/miller-minutes-101/   This episode was brought to you by: https://www.rwmcdonaldandsons.com/   https://www.rstephensjewelers.com/   2024-09-0232 minAlter EagleAlter EagleThe Sinclair Method and Digging Deep into Medically Assisted Paths to Sobriety Part II.Episode 30 will feature Dr. C. Thomas Brophy, from the Ellen O’Brien Gaiser Center, joined by Joshua Stank from Episode 29. The episode will be part two of a recording featuring Josh Stanko and Brophy, where the main focus is on naltrexone, the placebo effect and what the effect does to the body. The episode also features some discussion among host Laura Crago and her two guests on the Sinclair Method, a method sometimes used to decrease alcohol consumption.   Resources:  https://youtu.be/ac4QzE9f39Q?feature=shared Weekend Entertainment: h...2024-08-261h 01Cowboy State Daily\'s The RoundupCowboy State Daily's The RoundupCowboy State Daily Video News: Wednesday, August 21, 2024It’s time to take a look at what’s happening around Wyoming, for Wednesday, August 21st. I’m Wendy Corr, bringing you headlines from the Cowboy State Daily newsroom - brought to you by ServeWyoming - Wyoming's center for volunteerism and AmeriCorps service for the last 30 years!  For volunteer opportunities, visit ServeWyoming dot org" -- Wyoming’s primary elections are over - which for many districts in Wyoming means the decision has been made by voters already, who their elected representatives will be, months before the general election. The evening was marked by a numb...2024-08-2105 minAlter EagleAlter EagleAlternative Pathways to Sobriety Through Naltrexone & The Sinclair Method with Joshua Stanko Part IAlternative Pathways to Sobriety Through Naltrexone with Joshua Stanko Part I. Join us next week as we dig deeper with Dr. Brophy from the Kaiser Center in Butler, PA and also discuss The Sinclair Method.  Follow us on Instagram @altereaglepodcast Resources: https://youtu.be/ac4QzE9f39Q?feature=shared https://apps.apple.com/us/app/i-am-sober/id672904239 Weekend Entertainment: https://www.butlereagle.com/20240411/alter-eagle-shares-outpatient-treatment-options-in-new-episode/ Miller Minutes: https://www.butlereagle.com/20240411/miller-minutes-101/ This episode was brought to you by: h...2024-08-191h 00Eye On SportsEye On SportsLIVE with Butler Football Coach Eric Christy, Seniors Alec Teff, Leland Anderson and Owen Trettel Discuss The Upcoming Season.This week the guys sit down for a LIVE recording with Butler Football coach Eric Christy, seniors Alec Teff, Leland Anderson and Owen Trettel to discuss the upcoming season and more. Eye On Sports is a weekly sports podcast hosted by Butler Eagle News sports writer Derek Pyda. Joining Derek are Butler Eagle sports editor Jake Adams and fellow sports writer Brendan Howe.  For more follow: @altereaglepodcast on Instagram  www.butlereagle.com/section/sports  www.alter-eagle.com Sponsors: https://www.rstephensjewelers.com/ https://www.butlercountychamber.com/ h...2024-08-1543 minEye On SportsEye On SportsEye On Sports TrailerWelcome to the newly branded Alter Eagle Eye On Sports podcast. New episode drop every Thursday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Deezer and all your favorite streaming platforms. Hosts: Eagle sports writer Derek Pyda, Eagle sports writer Brendan Howe and Eagle sports editor Jake Adams https://www.butlereagle.com/section/sports/  https://www.alter-eagle.com/ Producer: Laura Crago Graphic: Tim Tarcha Music: Artlist Music mixed: Matthew Menchek  #butlereaglenews #sports #podcast #football #baseball #soccer #tennis #basketball #golf #swimming #trackandfield #butlerpa2024-08-1401 minAlter EagleAlter EagleLeveraging History for Progress with Butler Mayor Bob DandoyPodcast host Laura Crago met Mayor Bob Dandoy at downtown Butler’s Grand Ballroom to discuss Main Street and the city’s potential. The two talk about the businesses that have made an impact in town, including Cummings Coffee & Candy, Grows on Main, Cannella Cafe and Vintage Coffeehouse, and what it takes to open a business or create a new event. They speak about the Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival, the Italian Festival, Foodie Fridays and how many events take place downtown, as well as housing and the need for a grocery store in the downtown area. Anyone from...2024-08-121h 00Alter EagleAlter EagleTammy Schuey: Dedication to Passionate JournalismPodcast host Laura Crago discusses Schuey’s 33 years at the Eagle, her Editor & Publisher “15 over 50” Class of 2024 honor, and her experience attending the July 13 rally for former President Donald Trump. In the podcast, Schuey shares her memory of the rally, the aftermath of the attempted assassination and her concern for her staff as well as the mental toll it has taken on the people of Butler. The discussion also turns to the role a newspaper plays in a small community like Butler and the work the staff puts into reporting the news.   Weekend Enterta...2024-07-2953 minAlter EagleAlter EagleButler, My Hometown with Host Laura CragoThis week our host Laura Crago sits down to talk about the events of July 13, 2024 that happened here in our town of Butler, PA.    If you or someone you know are struggling please call 988 for thoughts of suicide and mental health crisis. 211 For getting connected to help with basic needs.    This episode was brought to you by: https://www.rwmcdonaldandsons.com/   https://www.rstephensjewelers.com/   Sponsors: https://www.betterhelp.com/altereagle   Follow & Subscribe to get episode...2024-07-2223 minAlter EagleAlter EagleBetsy Laporte: Grapevine CenterOxytocin was her substance of choice, and since her sobriety in 2010, she has become a certified peer specialist. Now in her ninth year at Grapevine Center in Butler, PA, Betsy Laporte is the bridge to mental health services, sharing her own life experience with a goal to make people feel seen, heard and supported. She also brings value to the female homeless population by filling a closet each year with clothes, shoes, sanitary items and other items. She is also a single mother who dedicates herself to her daughters.   Resources: www.grapevinecenter.org2024-07-081h 07Alter EagleAlter EaglePassionate Cuisine with Executive Chef Rich BurnsExecutive Chef Rich Burns sits down with our host Laura Crago to discuss his passion for food, teaching and making pizza. Eating them too! Once at a point in his life where he wanted to ‘get out of the industry' fate stepped in and he met Fiore Moletz, finding a new love for cooking. Della Terra, owned and managed by Michelle Moletz is located in Zelienople, PA and will make your taste buds believe they are in Italy. From the decor, music, experienced service and talented chefs. Della terra doesn’t miss a beat with a detailed wine list and...2024-07-011h 08Alter EagleAlter Eagle"Love Worth Waiting For" author Becky YountA very special episode with Butler Eagle's very own, Becky Yount. Mrs. Yount and I sit down and discuss her book she wrote after losing her husband, Matthew Yount, suddenly. Link below to her book. This is a special episode where Becky shares moments from her book and why she wanted to share her story. Resources: https://www.christianfaithpublishing.com/books/?book=love-worth-waiting-for Amazon link to purchase: https://a.co/d/09LSmcRh Weekend Entertainment: https://www.butlereagle.com/20240411/alter-eagle-shares-outpatient-treatment-options-in-new-episode/ Miller Minutes: https://www...2024-06-241h 18Alter EagleAlter Eagle“Emily Rose Hart: In Her Season.”Emily Rose Hart is one of nine children who didn't have a typical mother-daughter relationship growing up, because of her mother's injuries and sickness. Therapy and God have been her saving grace, and she has also reconnected with her dad and is healing the wounds of her past. In the episode, Hart speaks to the “seasons” of her life and declares that she knows she is on the correct path.   Resources: https://twloha.com   Weekend Entertainment:   https://www.butlereagle.com/20240411/alter-eagle-shares-outpatient-treatment-options-in-new-episode/   Miller M...2024-06-171h 00Alter EagleAlter EagleLindsay Olyha: Enterprising RecoveryLindsay Olyha, nurse practitioner and founder of Scrubd Esthetics, joins host Laura Crago to discuss her journey through the justice system. Olyha shares her experience with substance use, burnout and founding her own medical spa.   Resources: https://scrubdesthetics.com/   https://www.facebook.com/scrubdesthetics/   https://www.instagram.com/scrubdesthetics?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==   Weekend Entertainment:   https://www.butlereagle.com/20240411/alter-eagle-shares-outpatient-treatment-options-in-new-episode/   Miller Minutes:   https://www.but...2024-06-101h 12Alter EagleAlter EagleTrilogy Wellness: A ResourceToday’s episode features CRS Supervisor Mary Allen and Executive Director Jessica Zavilla both from Trilogy Wellness. They share their why’s and we discuss their resources, experience with people in recovery and the importance of Narcan, as well as test strips. For more information on Trilogy Wellness click the link below. Resources: https://www.trilogywellness.org/butler   Weekend Entertainment:   https://www.butlereagle.com/20240411/alter-eagle-shares-outpatient-treatment-options-in-new-episode/   Miller Minutes:   https://www.butlereagle.com/20240411/miller-minutes-101/   This episode was brought t...2024-06-0352 minAlter EagleAlter EagleTransforming Trauma Into Triumph with Shanea ClancyIn this episode I sit down with Shanea Clancy who just published a book about how in September 2007 her life changed forever. Shanea was involved into a multi-car crash where two people lost their lives and she was found guilty and sentenced to 11.5-23 months in jail. This is her story.   Resources: www.shaneaclancy.com  Connect with Shanea:  https://twitter.com/ClancyCsltngSvs  https://www.linkedin.com/company/101837329/admin/feed/posts/  https://www.instagram.com/clancyconsulting?igsh=MXRmYmNtcXJpN3dibA%3D%3D https://www.facebook.com/p...2024-05-271h 11Alter EagleAlter EaglePart II with Dr. Brophy & Joe MahoneyContinuing the conversation with Dr. Brophy & Joe Mahoney. The main focus was mental health as an underlying issue when it comes to addiction, and that conversation was with Dr. Brophy- medical director of the Gaiser Center and local physician who’s board certified in both addiction medicine and emergency medicine, Joe Mahoney- executive director at the Ellen O’Brien Gasier Center, licensed social worker with 16 years of experience in the mental and behavioral health fields. The guests have decades of experience when it comes to recovery in addiction, the neuroscience, trauma, physical side as well as stigma surr...2024-05-201h 10Alter EagleAlter EagleDr. Brophy & Joe Mahoney are back!! Part IThe main focus was mental health as an underlying issue when it comes to addiction, and that conversation was with Dr. Brophy- medical director of the Gaiser Center and local physician who’s board certified in both addiction medicine and emergency medicine, Joe Mahoney- executive director at the Ellen O’Brien Gasier Center, licensed social worker with 16 years of experience in the mental and behavioral health fields. The guests have decades of experience when it comes to recovery in addiction, the neuroscience, trauma, physical side as well as stigma surrounding addiction. You DO NOT want to miss this episode. This...2024-05-131h 08Alter EagleAlter EagleBONUS- Mother's MemoriesBONUS episode was taped on Wednesday May 8, 2024 at Vintage Coffee House where I sat down with women and I did have one man, thank you Dennis, who shared their stories of Motherhood, love, loss, and the struggles they all faced. Happy Mother's Day to everyone and to anyone who may be struggling today you are loved, appreciated and you have a purpose in this wonderful world.   TRIGGER WARNING: There is conversation surrounding postpartum depression, suicide, substance use disorder and overdose. Listener discretion is advised.     Follow & Subscribe to get episodes aut...2024-05-1250 minAlter EagleAlter EaglePersonal Story with Julie HooksJulie Hooks sits down with me to share her journey to sobriety and how Bodybuilding saved her. On May 8, 2024 Julie will celebrate 6 years sober. You don’t want to miss this episode.   Resources:   Follow Julie on Instagram @jhfitlifestyle Weekend Entertainment:   https://www.butlereagle.com/20240411/alter-eagle-shares-outpatient-treatment-options-in-new-episode/   Miller Minutes:   https://www.butlereagle.com/20240411/miller-minutes-101/   This episode was brought to you by: https://www.butlercountypa.gov/416/District-Attorney   https://www.rwmcdonaldandsons.com/...2024-05-061h 08Alter EagleAlter EagleMeet Your Host- Mental Health AwarenessIn today’s episode our host Laura Crago, joined by her therapist Whitney Thompson, sits down and shares more of her personal journey with her move back to Butler, her mental health journey and why she believes therapy is something everyone should be a part of.    Resources: https://tcounselingllc.wixsite.com/website   Weekend Entertainment:   https://www.butlereagle.com/20240411/alter-eagle-shares-outpatient-treatment-options-in-new-episode/     Miller Minutes:   https://www.butlereagle.com/20240411/miller-minutes-101/     This episode was brought to...2024-04-2959 minAlter EagleAlter EagleButler County Prison Warden Beau Sneddon & ReEntry Coordinator Matt ClaytonJoining me in today’s episode is Butler County Prison Warden Beau Sneddon & ReEntry Coordinator Matt Clayton. We discussed the day to day at the prison, including programs for corrections officers, process of ReEntry as well as needs for the future.   Resources:   https://www.butlereagle.com/20230816/veteran-corrections-officer-beau-sneddon-appointed-county-prison-warden-2/   https://www.butlercountypa.gov/directory.aspx?EID=9   https://www.butlercountypa.gov/175/Community-Reintegration-Program     Weekend Entertainment:   https://www.butlereagle.com/20240411/alter-eagle-shares-outpatient-treatment-options-in-new-episode/     Miller Minutes:2024-04-221h 04Alter EagleAlter EagleCrossroads with Sam DeJosephI sat down with Samantha DeJoseph from Crossroads, Senior Area Manager who spoke to the services provided at Crossroads while also sharing a little of her substance abuse story. 14 years in recovery, another shining example of what giving hope to someone with substance abuse disorder faces and how everyone deserves those chances.   Resources:   www.crossroadstreatmentcenters.com   GET HELP NOW: Call 866-341-1775   Weekend Entertainment:   https://www.butlereagle.com/20240411/alter-eagle-shares-outpatient-treatment-options-in-new-episode/   Miller Minutes:   https...2024-04-1557 minAlter EagleAlter EagleA Birds Eye View with Donna Jenereski, Commissioner Kevin Boozel & D.A. Richard A. GoldingerToday’s episode features Butler County District Attorney Richard A. Goldinger who speaks to LETI, a program he pioneered along with law enforcement, The Commissioners, State & County officials. Donna Jenereski from Butler County Drug & Alcohol and Commissioner Kevin Boozel who speaks candidly on the budget, programs offered as well as the effects drugs have on our county.   Resources:   https://www.attorneygeneral.gov/leti/   https://www.butlercountypa.gov/416/District-Attorney   https://www.butlercountypa.gov/601/Commissioner-Boozel   https://www.butlercountypa.gov/430/Drug-Alcohol-Programs  2024-04-081h 18Alter EagleAlter EagleMINISERIES- Town Hall Cleveland-CliffsThank you to Armstrong and Armstrong Neighborhood Channel for providing the audio from the town hall on Monday April 1, 2024 hosted by U.S. Representative Mike Kelly. This episode features Aaron Steinheiser, General Manager of Butler and Zanesville Works of Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., as well as Jamie Sychak UAW Local 3303 President.  PETITION:  https://actionnetwork.org/petitions/fee6a6ca64fc89e6979c0a6fb0f3152bc8acaf8d?source=direct_link& Resources:  https://www.butlereagle.com/20240326/energy-secretary-invited-to-town-hall-on-butler-works-plant/ https://www.butlereagle.com/20240325/cleveland-cliffs-butler-works-up-for-up-to-75-million-in-federal-funds/ https://www.butlereagle.com/20240325/town-hall-a-chance-to-show-importance-of-industry/?CSA...2024-04-0347 minAlter EagleAlter EaglePersonal Story of Addiction with Josh BobbyJosh Bobby, Butler County resident, UPS driver, skateboarder, motorcycle mechanic/collector/rider, brother, son and friend shares his battle with addiction. Through therapy, hobbies and his friends he has found a way to navigate and truly find his calm. Another episode you don't want to miss. Resources:  https://www.butlereagle.com/20240328/alter-eagle-shares-new-personal-stories-of-addiction-next-week/ https://www.butlereagle.com/20240309/butler-siblings-talk-about-journeys-to-sobriety/ This episode was brought to you by: https://www.butlercountypa.gov/416/District-Attorney https://www.rwmcdonaldandsons.com/ https://www.rstephensjewelers.com/ Sponsors: https://www.b...2024-04-0157 minAlter EagleAlter EagleThe Fight for Cleveland-Cliffs with Leslie OscheIn this episode I sit down with Leslie Osche, Chairman of the Board of Commissioners for the County of Butler. We discussed the possible closure of Butler’s Cleveland-Cliffs plant which would affect between 1,300-4,500 jobs as well as tank Butler’s economy. Resources and information on a Town Hall hosted by U.S. Representative Mike Kelly 16th, Monday April 1st at Butler County Community College Founders Hall from 6:00-7:30pm.   Resources: https://www.butlereagle.com/20240326/energy-secretary-invited-to-town-hall-on-butler-works-plant/   https://www.butlereagle.com/20240325/cleveland-cliffs-butler-works-up-for-up-to-75-million-in-federal-funds/   https://www.butlerea...2024-03-2749 minAlter EagleAlter EagleLisa Gill and Tracey Hendrix from Butler County Drug & AlcoholLisa Gill & Tracey Hendrix from Butler County Drug & Alcohol joined me today to share their roles, how they support their staff and how they take care of themselves when it comes to helping so many people in our community. Resources below if you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse, as well as resources for parents who may have a child who is struggling.   Resources:   https://www.butlercountypa.gov/430/Drug-Alcohol-Programs   https://www.recoveratvictory.com/   https://www.gaisercenter.com/resources.php  ...2024-03-2541 minAlter EagleAlter EagleMalphine Fogel For MarcMarc Fogel is an American schoolteacher who was arrested in August 2021 by Russian authorities for trying to enter Russia with 0.6 ounces (17 g) of medical marijuana. In June 2022, he was sentenced to 14 years in prison. In this episode I sit down with Marc’s mother Malphine Fogel who recently turned 95 and hopes that she will see her son again. Information below on how you can help in changing Marc’s conviction in wrongfully detained in the hopes that he can be considered for early release. Malphine, or "Mal" as those close to her call her, turned 95 on Monday March 11, 2024. It was...2024-03-2051 minAlter EagleAlter EagleGlade Run Lutheran Services, Butler County Human Services & Suicide Coalition.Today’s episode features Dawn Halle from Glade Run Lutheran Services and Amy Cirelli from Butler County Human Services & Suicide Coalition.  These are the conversations we need to be having more of, no one is alone and our community has amazing resources to prove that. Please if you, or someone you know is struggling please use the resources below to get help.     Resources:   https://gladerun.org/   https://www.butlercountypa.gov/289/Human-Services   https://www.butlercountypa.gov/455/Get-Involved     https...2024-03-181h 21Alter EagleAlter EagleMINISERIES- Our County On Capitol HillA special series dropping in the coming weeks to highlight my trip to The State of The Union in Washington D.C. as U.S. Representative Mike Kelly’s Guest. On this episode we discuss what President Biden said in the SOTU, Cleveland-Cliffs and Marc Fogle. Links below for resources and how to stay connected.   Resources: Article written by Eagle Staff Writer Irina Bucur   https://www.butlereagle.com/20240310/marc-fogel-i-want-to-come-home/     Articles on Cleveland-Cliffs:   https://www.butlereagle.com/20240216/cleveland-cliffs-to-shutter-west-virginia-tin-plant-and-lay-off-900-after-tariff-ruling-2/  2024-03-1352 minAlter EagleAlter EagleStop The Judgment Project with Sherry Jo & Tom BottSherry Jo & Tom Both share the story of their 21 year old daughter Siena who died from fentanyl poisoning in their family home in September of 2020. Siena's death is what motivated her parents to start Stop The Judgement Project to deal with their grief, but to also support other parents who might have children struggle with substance abuse or who have lost children to it. The road has not been easy and there isn't a day they don't miss her, but staying connected through her death and being the support for others struggling has been a mission they are both...2024-03-111h 05Alter EagleAlter EagleHope is Dope with Steve Treu & Ken ClowesYou don’t want to miss this episode with Steven Treu a licensed professional counselor and Chief Visionary Officer for Quantum Revolution Counseling Services, and author of Hope is Dope and New Eyes.  & Ken Clowes is the Center Assistant for Butler County Community College’s Community Leadership Indicatives where he helps coordinate the Hope is Dope program along with other community programming.   Resources:   bc3.edu/hope   https://www.facebook.com/hopeisdope   https://www.instagram.com/__hope_is_dope_/   https://www.youtub...2024-03-041h 20Alter EagleAlter EagleLoss of Potential, The Words We Use, and Giving People in Recovery the Support They Need.In January I sat down with U.S. representative Mike Kelly who proudly serves the 16th district of Pennsylvania. The focus of our conversation was stigma surrounding addiction, the words we use, his personal journey as a parent of a person suffering with addiction and conversation around possible future legislation pertaining to stigma.   For more on U.S. representative Mike Kelly go to:  https://kelly.house.gov/   This episode was brought to you by: https://www.butlercountypa.gov/416/District-Attorney   https://www.rwmcdonaldandsons.com/   2024-02-2652 minAlter EagleAlter EaglePersonal Stories of Addiction & RecoveryOn today’s episode I sat down with Rebecka & Tawny, both women sharing their personal stories of addiction and recovery. Both woman are the reason why everyone deserves a chance.   *LISTENER DISCRETION* This episode contains conversations around drug use, eating disorder and suicidal thoughts. Listener discretion is advised.   This episode was brought to you by: https://www.butlercountypa.gov/416/District-Attorney   https://www.rwmcdonaldandsons.com/   https://www.rstephensjewelers.com/   Sponsors: https://www.betterhelp.com/altereagle  2024-02-1949 minAlter EagleAlter EagleReach & Rise- Jess Burr and Special Guest IssiacIn today’s episode I sit down with Jess Burr, Clinical Director of Reach & Rise at The Butler Family YMCA and Issiac, a 15 y/o 9th grader at Karns City High School, who like so many come from a broken home of domestic abuse, neglected parents struggling with drug use.   The Butler County Family YMCA is proud to be one of nine YMCAs in the country that offer the Reach & Rise® group youth mentoring program. Reach & Rise® provides kids with a safe and comfortable space to make new friends, learn new things, talk about what’s on their mi...2024-02-1437 minAlter EagleAlter EagleBONUS- Part II with Rachel ShusterBONUS: Today’s episode continues the conversation with Rachel Shuster, be sure to listen to Episode 3 prior to listening to this episode.    Follow Rachel on LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nurserachelshuster/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrsrachelshuster?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==   Resources from the episode: https://www.recoveryanswers.org   Sponsors: https://www.betterhelp.com/altereagle   Follow & Subscribe to get episodes automatically as they drop every Monday & Wednesd...2024-02-1338 minAlter EagleAlter EagleRachel Shuster- Stigma Surrounding Addiction & The Language We Use.Today’s episode focuses on stigma surrounding addiction, the language we use when talking about those facing addiction and our guest Rachel Shuster shares her personal story. Rachel, a lifelong Butlerite, person in long-term recovery from opioid use disorder, and a Certified Addictions Registered Nurse. Rachel brings a unique perspective as a behaviorial health professional with lived AND living experience of overcoming challenges with both substance use and mental health.    *This episode shares a personal story of drug use, overdose and recovery. Listener discretion is advised.      Resources from the episode...2024-02-121h 14Alter EagleAlter EagleAlyssa Vorel & Crystal from the Ellen O'Brien Gaiser Center: the physical side of addiction, what causes trauma, how it impacts our nervous system and our physical self and behavior.Today’s episode focuses on the physical side of addiction, what causes trauma, how it impacts our nervous system and our physical self and behavior.  Joining me are Alyssa Vorel, Clinical Supervisor at the Ellen O’Brien Gaiser Center and Crystal a Certified Recovery Specialist at the Gaiser Center.    Alyssa Vorel is the clinical supervisor at the Ellen O’Brien Gaiser Center. Alyssa provides support to the inpatient and outpatient clinical departments on compliance and client programming needs. Crystal is a Certified Recovery Specialist at the Gaiser Center. She has been employed with Gaiser si...2024-02-071h 00Alter EagleAlter EagleLIVE FROM Vintage Coffee House- Breaking Down Mental Health, Benzos and Stigma Surrounding Addiction.On January 25, 2024 I, Laura Crago Host of Alter Eagle Podcast, sat down with U.S. Representative Mike Kelly, R-16th, to discuss stigma surrounding addiction, the future of legislation and the loss of potential. Rep. Kelly and I had a brief conversation and a long conversation to come this season surrounding those topics.  The main focus was mental health as an underlying issue when it comes to addiction, and that conversation was with Dr. Brophy- medical director of the Gaiser Center and local physician who’s board certified in both addiction medicine and emergency medicine, Joe Mahoney- exe...2024-02-051h 22Alter EagleAlter EagleTrailerThe Butler Eagle has been reporting the daily news since 1870, bringing the facts, real stories of real events happening in our community and now we are here to bring you the voices to those stories. Each season is dedicated to bringing you local perspectives on a variety of topics we feel impact the day to day lives of our community. The Eagle is excited to enter the podcast world and bring the stories of Butler County to a whole new platform. Follow us & Subscribe: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/altereaglepodcast/ TikTok: https://www.t...2024-01-3101 minthe manifesting misfit podcastthe manifesting misfit podcastPeace.Love.SoapAt the age of 7 Emma could see that her family's collection of hotel soaps and shampoos was out of control and had an idea to donate them to people who would use them. Little did she know that this thought would turn into an organization that would help those in need in Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas. Now 17 years old and a Junior in High School, Emma has decided to focus more of her donations directly to her hometown of Butler, PA.  "Be the reason someone believes in the goodness of people."   follow Pe...2022-04-2948 minthe manifesting misfit podcastthe manifesting misfit podcastLaser FocusUNEDITED: Stepping into something new with more unedited episodes. On this episode our host Laura talks about her absence and how she is continuing to laser focus on her goals while also not letting you down. Hoping you enjoy this episode and thank you for listening!  Interested in being a guest on a unedited episode email: laura@themanifestingmisfit.com   xx Crago2022-04-1513 minthe manifesting misfit podcastthe manifesting misfit podcastLifted StrongToday's episode features Joyce a co-founder of Lifted Strong and Emma, a volunteer from Santa Monica, CA. These two women have become lifelong friends and share a passion to help other women. Sitting in a local Café on a Monday morning at 10am they shared their stories and many others.    The story of Lifted Strong truly began with two women joining forces in early 2019 to establish Lifted Strong Community Organization (LISCO). They saw the need for education, empowerment and advocacy amongst women in the Arusha region. Living in a male dominated community, Eva and Joyce knew...2022-03-0258 minthe manifesting misfit podcastthe manifesting misfit podcastThe VoiceWARNING: This episode contains discussion of suicide, suicidal thoughts and depression. Listener discretion is advised. In this solo episode I once again share two stories that reminded me of my connection with my Dad, even after his passing 27 years ago today February 16, 1995. It took me decades to realize that he was The Voice I had heard many times, guiding me, helping me and ultimately saving me when I needed it most.  If you or someone you know is struggling with depression or thoughts of suicide there is help. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available 24/7 a...2022-02-1738 minthe manifesting misfit podcastthe manifesting misfit podcastUnder ConstructionThis week on The Manifesting Misfit Podcast Laura just talks. That's right, no editing, no guests. Short, sweet and to the point. So many changes occurred for me in the past year and I have found myself struggling to find my path, but with each day I get closer. Sometimes you just need to talk.    Focus is something we all need, along with passion and purpose and when you feel like you've lost those then it seems hopeless. How do we sit in the hopelessness, get quiet and learn something about ourselves? I am happy be...2022-02-0820 minthe manifesting misfit podcastthe manifesting misfit podcastHoney from YulinThis is a story about a dog named Honey. A rags to riches story about a dog who survived HELL and came back because of fate, dedication, love and an army of people who fight for dogs just like her every day. For the ANGELS who go the distance to save these amazing creatures, Thank YOU. To all the dog parents who knew they couldn’t go another moment without them in their lives, Thank YOU. Volunteers, those who donate and anyone who has made room and love for a furry family member, Thank YOU.  Dogs are tiny fur ange...2022-02-0148 minthe manifesting misfit podcastthe manifesting misfit podcastThe Hazel ProjectTrigger Warning: Episode 15 contains sensitive subject matter of stillbirth, depression, and suicidal thoughts as told by the mother, which some people may be highly sensitive to. Due to this content listener discretion is advised.    On October 10, 2017 Brittany & Paul Safy were two, excited, first time parents eager to meet their daughter Hazel, but at 34 weeks there was no heartbeat. Brittany shares her detailed experience giving birth to her daughter and leaving the hospital without her baby. From this experience The Safy's created The Hazel Project, a blanket donation which they deliver every year to Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston Massachusetts. Th...2020-11-241h 16the manifesting misfit podcastthe manifesting misfit podcastBoston, a Bunny in Back Bay and are those Turkeys?!?Moving to Boston wasn't the plan and neither was having a baby on my own, but here we are! On my trip to Boston in the summer of 2019 I came across a bunny in Back Bay, strange, not if you live here and a man on the street who told me once he saw a turkey. A turkey?!? Find out what all this means and how we all get signs, even when we don't ask for them.    https://www.themanifestingmisfit.com/  2020-11-0322 minthe manifesting misfit podcastthe manifesting misfit podcastUnapologetic LoveErin & Colleen met at a dinner party and both of them noticed an energy about each other which made a lasting impression. 4 years later they share how the beginning wasn't all rainbows and butterflies, despite what we think we know about love, these two knew there was something special, something worth fighting for. Sharing their individual stories, both very different, on how they came out to their parents and how one love, their love, has made them stronger than ever before. As this episode drops Erin and Colleen are a newly engaged couple! CONGRATULATIONS!! LOVE WINS!    ht...2020-09-081h 07the manifesting misfit podcastthe manifesting misfit podcastThoroughbred Mexican WomanAt 37 weeks pregnant with her third child, a daughter, Megan talks about her dream job as a SoulCycle Instructor and how since leaving the company has reflected on the strength that got her through so many moments within and out of those 4 walls. Now she will use her strength to birth her daughter at home after two hospital births. Daughter of first generation parents who taught her to work hard and to be proud of her heritage, raising her sons to be bold, strong, loving and fierce warriors. She wants to experience her daughter's birth in a way she...2020-09-0338 minthe manifesting misfit podcastthe manifesting misfit podcastMy best day, my breakup and my plans to becoming a single parent.I had a thought last week, if you could describe your best day what would it be? It's a hard one I know, but it can change depending on where you are and what your goals are. In this episode I share my best day memory, I talk about my continued healing from my breakup, and while my heart may not be totally healed I am moving forward, and my plans on becoming a single mom. Knowledge is power and I am a powerful BadA$$ Woman!    www.themanifestingmisfit.com2020-07-2827 minthe manifesting misfit podcastthe manifesting misfit podcastSouth End: Drag Meets The StreetsAfter graduating from UCLA Charles moved to NYC to pursue his dream of performing, but then COVID-19 happened and life suddenly brought him back to Boston. Feeling really fortunate to have a supportive family he took to the streets of the South End of Boston to perform as Betti Bottom. Enjoy Episode 10 as he discusses the impact his performing has done for building community, raising awareness for causes he's passionate about, as well as funds for organizations, such as: The Okra Project. Enjoy!2020-07-1431 minthe manifesting misfit podcastthe manifesting misfit podcastQueen Of Heartbreak CoachingMoving to LA to pursue a career in acting Claire soon realized the universe had other plans. Known as The Heartbreak Coach, Claire helps women stop wanting Mr. or Ms. wrong back.  She hosts her own podcast “How To Stop Wanting Him Back” and she is the resident heartbreak coach for Kourtney Kardashian’s lifestyle site Poosh.com . Go To Claire's website: https://clairetheheartbreakcoach.com/ to follow her amazing journey to becoming The QUEEN OF HEARTBREAK COACHING. 2020-07-0745 minthe manifesting misfit podcastthe manifesting misfit podcastThat Time I Was A Showgirl In Las VegasVIVA LAS VEGAS!! This week it's just me, your host Laura, and i'll be sharing the story fo that time I was a Las Vegas Showgirl. JUBILEE! was my first professional dance job and moving from a small town in Western PA to Las Vegas was everything you've ever imagined and more. Just a taste...ENJOY!     https://www.themanifestingmisfit.com/2020-07-0136 minthe manifesting misfit podcastthe manifesting misfit podcastAmplifying Your VoiceKamelle's story begins in a small town outside of Houston Texas, Huntsville, where from a young age he felt the discrimination and racism for his brown skin. He always knew he had a voice that needed to be heard because he was raised to be PROUD of his voice by his Mother, the most important opinion there is in a little boy's life. Once he realized he was gay he stepped up to his voice even more and used his experience turned into purpose to start PROFOUNDations: a 501c3 non-profit based our of SF, California, to spark a light...2020-06-2341 minthe manifesting misfit podcastthe manifesting misfit podcastRising UpGrowing up in Indiana Nick didn't fully understand that he was gay until well into high school and being bullied didn't help him to come out. The bullies actually pushed him to succeed, by using that as motivation he graduated high school with honors and went on to Berklee College of Music where he obtained his bachelor's degree in music business and management, graduating into two-and-a-half years with honors. Upon graduation, he immediately moved to Los Angeles and currently resides in Venice with his partner, Steven. He is currently the Director of Operations at Fancy Sprinkles in Los Angeles, CA w...2020-06-1727 minthe manifesting misfit podcastthe manifesting misfit podcastMy Two PapisWhen Rique met Antonio, now his husband, in Paris he knew he was the one because of one important life goal they both had, to one day become Dads. They even agreed on a girl and boy name, which their twins are named. I would tell you, unless you already know, but I'd rather you listen and find out! Follow along as Rique shares the beautiful story of their journey becoming Dad's and how they fulfilled a dream of bringing life into the world. These two are sure to receive all the LOVE, and just wait for the amazing...2020-06-0958 minthe manifesting misfit podcastthe manifesting misfit podcastFinding JOY from a Drag QueenThis week Laura addresses #blackouttuesday and we hear from Bobby, a Drag Queen, who decided going to a small college was the best decision to have performing opportunity. He would also learn that the opinions of others can eat away at you and ultimately steal away your JOY. A large man with a loud voice, an amazing talent, and how he found JOY again doing what he loves. He used the negative voices to drive him forward instead of holding him back and years later learned forgiveness, for others and himself.2020-06-0231 minthe manifesting misfit podcastthe manifesting misfit podcastLeaving BroadwayCarly Jibson was recruited at 16 for Broadway and by the age of 19 she was on the first National Broadway tour of HAIRSPRAY playing Tracy Turnblad and after 6 months touring she was asked to take over the role in NEW YORK CITY...so why did she leave? You'll have to listen to find out and follow her story of hard work, self sabotage, leaving Broadway and finally ending up where she is meant to.  We will also hear from two of my fellow SoulCycle Instructors on their favorite memories from the dark, candlelit room we all miss so m...2020-05-2654 minthe manifesting misfit podcastthe manifesting misfit podcastSir Elton John & Lobster BisqueWelcome to The Manifesting Misfit Podcast with host Laura Crago, most people know her as a SoulCycle Instructor but those who really know her know she is quite the storyteller. From meeting Elton John, hugging Alanis Morissette, even riding her bicycle from California to NYC in memory of her father, or when she was a Showgirl in Las Vegas...guess you'll just have to listen! Not only will she share personal stories which have brought her to where she is today, how pay attention to the signs has guided here but weekly guests will share inspiring personal stories of...2020-05-2025 minthe manifesting misfit podcastthe manifesting misfit podcastAlmost 40 & Guardian AngelsWelcome to The Manifesting Misfit Podcast with host Laura Crago, most people know her as a SoulCycle Instructor but those who really know her know she is quite the storyteller. From meeting Elton John, hugging Alanis Morissette, even riding her bicycle from California to NYC in memory of her father, or when she was a Showgirl in Las Vegas...guess you'll just have to listen! Not only will she share personal stories which have brought her to where she is today, how pay attention to the signs has guided here but weekly guests will share inspiring personal stories of...2020-05-1924 minthe manifesting misfit podcastthe manifesting misfit podcastTrailerWelcome to The Manifesting Misfit Podcast with host Laura Crago, most people know her as a SoulCycle Instructor but those who really know her know she is quite the storyteller. From meeting Elton John, hugging Alanis Morissette, even riding her bicycle from California to NYC in memory of her father, or when she was a Showgirl in Las Vegas...guess you'll just have to listen! Not only will she share personal stories which have brought her to where she is today, how pay attention to the signs has guided here but weekly guests will share inspiring personal stories of...2020-05-1801 min