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WDIY Studio SessionsWDIY Studio Session: Mark Cosgrove and Peter LorchDoylestown-based champion flatpicking guitarist Mark Cosgrove along with fellow guitarist Peter Lorch join host Tom Druckenmiller in the studio to pick tunes and talk about their upcoming performance at Clay on Main's Half Moon Cafe in Oley, PA.
2025-10-0438 minWDIY Studio SessionsWDIY Studio Session: Beppe Gambetta (2025)Italian flatpicking guitarist Beppe Gambetta returns to the WDIY studios for a live interview and performance ahead of his show at Godfrey Daniels on October 3 as well as at the New Jersey Guitar Summit on October 4.
2025-10-0233 min
Lehigh Valley with Love PodcastWDIY Celebrates 30 Years of Community Radio in the Lehigh ValleyGet More LVWITHLOVE Content at LVwithLOVE.com
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WDIY is celebrating 30 years of community radio from its home in Bethlehem’s historic Flatiron Building. Since first going on air in January 1995, the station has become a hub for local voices, diverse music, and civic engagement across the Lehigh Valley.
We had a chance to sit down with Executive Director Margaret McConnell on the roof of the Flatiron Building, overlooking the valley WDIY serves. She talked about everything from the station’s ten-year founding journey, to its 130 dedicated volunteers, to the challenge of r...
2025-09-2927 minLehigh Valley with Love PodcastWDIY Celebrates 30 Years of Community Radio in the Lehigh ValleyGet More LVWITHLOVE Content at LVwithLOVE.com
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WDIY is celebrating 30 years of community radio from its home in Bethlehem’s historic Flatiron Building. Since first going on air in January 1995, the station has become a hub for local voices, diverse music, and civic engagement across the Lehigh Valley.
We had a chance to sit down with Executive Director Margaret McConnell on the roof of the Flatiron Building, overlooking the valley WDIY serves. She talked about everything from the station’s ten-year founding journey, to its 130 dedicated volunteers, to the challenge of r...
2025-09-2927 minWDIY Studio SessionsWDIY Studio Session: Kyle Lacy BandThe New York-based "rock 'n' soul" group stops by WDIY for a live, stripped-down performance and interview ahead of their Musikfest set in Bethlehem.
2025-08-1919 minWDIY Studio SessionsWDIY Studio Session: Twelve StringLehigh Valley acoustic duo Twelve String stop by WDIY to perform their song "Roaring Twenties" live; listen to some of the tracks off of their new EP, 'Greenway'; and preview their upcoming sets at Musikfest 2025.
2025-08-0418 min
Lehigh Valley with Love PodcastYANA LV on WDIY: How Two Teens Are Changing the Mental Health ConversationGet More LVWITHLOVE Content
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Brannagh Breslin & Diya Sharma – Hosts of YANA LV on WDIY 88.1 FM
In this episode of the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast, host George Wacker sits down with Moravian Academy seniors Brannagh Breslin and Diya Sharma, co-hosts of YANA LV, a youth-led mental health radio show airing monthly on WDIY 88.1 FM: https://www.wdiy.org/show/yana-lv
Brannagh and Diya explain how they started YANA LV with little more than an idea, a few iPhone recordings, and a shared belief that their generation needed a sa...
2025-04-2414 minLehigh Valley with Love PodcastYANA LV on WDIY: How Two Teens Are Changing the Mental Health ConversationGet More LVWITHLOVE Content
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Brannagh Breslin & Diya Sharma – Hosts of YANA LV on WDIY 88.1 FM
In this episode of the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast, host George Wacker sits down with Moravian Academy seniors Brannagh Breslin and Diya Sharma, co-hosts of YANA LV, a youth-led mental health radio show airing monthly on WDIY 88.1 FM: https://www.wdiy.org/show/yana-lv
Brannagh and Diya explain how they started YANA LV with little more than an idea, a few iPhone recordings, and a shared belief that their generation needed a sa...
2025-04-2414 minWDIY Studio SessionsWDIY Studio Session: Mike Frank, Bob Noble, and John SmithJohn Smith and Bob Noble from Grateful Dead tribute band Deal along with Mike Frank from Northwest Jersey rock band Mike Frank & Friends stop by WDIY for a live in-studio acoustic performance and interview.
2025-02-0829 minWDIY Studio SessionsWDIY Studio Session: The Joe Cirotti TrioNorthwest Jersey roots band The Joe Cirotti Trio stop by WDIY for an in-studio live performance and interview.
2025-02-0828 min
WDIY Studio SessionsWDIY Studio Session: Steve BroskyLehigh Valley singer-songwriter Steve Brosky joins Carlos Benjamin in the studio to perform live and talk about his upcoming show at Godfrey Daniels in Bethlehem on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, raising money for a new film based on his life.
2024-11-2124 min
PerspectivesBaseball Buddies: The Sport's Past and Present with Steve Aaronson | PerspectivesJohn Pearce talks with Steve Aaronson, a fellow WDIY host and baseball aficionado, about all things baseball, from its earliest days to its present rule changes and his fondest memories of the sport.
2024-07-2629 minWDIY Studio SessionsWDIY Studio Session: Alex Radus and George HrabArnie Lichten welcomes musical forces of nature Alex Radus and George Hrab for a sneak peek at their new album 'The Christmas Sweaters Presents: Christmas in July!'
2024-07-1138 minWDIY Studio SessionsWDIY Studio Session: Monika RyanArnie Lichten is joined in the studio by jazz-influenced New Jersey singer and composer Monika Ryan to talk about her new album titled 'Alive.'
2024-07-1123 minWDIY Studio SessionsWDIY Studio Session: Dina HallLehigh Valley singer-songwriter Dina Hall stops by the WDIY studios to perform some of her songs live and talk with Arnie Lichten about her new album 'Firefly.'
2024-06-0626 minWDIY Studio SessionsWDIY Studio Session: Powder Valley BangLehigh Valley rock band Powder Valley Bang stop by the WDIY studios ahead of their Musikfest 2023 set to talk with WDIY's Shamus McGroggan.
2024-05-1519 minWDIY Studio SessionsWDIY Studio Session: James Supra and Phil PilorzJames Supra and Phil Pilorz from Lehigh Valley's James Supra/Sarah Ayers Band perform live in the WDIY studios and talk with host Carlos Benjamin about their upcoming performance at WDIY's 29th anniversary party, Groovin' in the Grove.
2024-05-1428 minWDIY Studio SessionsWDIY Studio Session: Frog HollerThe band that calls themselves "neo-hillbillies" from Shoemaker Village, PA, joins WDIY's Carlos Benjamin for a live studio performance and to preview their annual show at Godfrey Daniel's.
2024-03-2825 minWDIY Studio SessionsWDIY Studio Session: Hot4RobotAlex Radus and Dave Cahill from Lehigh Valley indie rock band Hot4Robot join WDIY's Arnie Lichten in the studio for a live acoustic performance and interview ahead of the band's concert at the Ice House in Bethlehem on March 23, 2024.
2024-03-1826 minWDIY Studio SessionsWDIY Studio Session: Beppe GambettaItalian flatpicking guitarist Beppe Gambetta joins WDIY's Carlos Benjamin for a live performance and interview, along with a reading from his recent book, 'Declarations of Love.'
2024-02-0130 minWDIY Studio SessionsWDIY Studio Session: William H. Travis (2024)Lehigh Valley singer-songwriter William H. Travis joins WDIY's Shamus McGroggan for a live acoustic performance and interview previewing Travis' upcoming music and dance event, "Everything Must Go" at the Ice House in Bethlehem.
2024-01-2021 min
Lehigh Valley with Love PodcastThe Power of Local Radio with Retiring WDIY Executive Director Greg CapognaGet more LVwithLOVE
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Today we’re talking with retiring WDIY 88.1 FM executive director, Greg Capogna.
We talk about greg’s nearly 50 years in radio, from his initial interests to buying stations across the country, to coming to Bethlehem and WDIY fm.
We talk about how rad...
2024-01-1743 minLehigh Valley with Love MediaThe Power of Local Radio with Retiring WDIY Executive Director Greg CapognaGet more LVwithLOVE Thank you to our Partners! WDIY Wind Creek Event Center Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate Molly’s Irish Grille & Sports Pub Banko Beverage Company VIDEO VERSION: https://youtu.be/8vbMoUVhP4s Today we’re talking with retiring WDIY 88.1 FM executive director, Greg Capogna. We talk about greg’s nearly 50 years in radio, from his initial […]
2024-01-1743 minLehigh Valley with Love PodcastThe Power of Local Radio with Retiring WDIY Executive Director Greg CapognaGet more LVwithLOVE
Thank you to our Partners!
WDIY
Wind Creek Event Center
Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate
Molly’s Irish Grille & Sports Pub
Banko Beverage Company
VIDEO VERSION: https://youtu.be/8vbMoUVhP4s
Today we’re talking with retiring WDIY 88.1 FM executive director, Greg Capogna.
We talk about greg’s nearly 50 years in radio, from his initial interests to buying stations across the country, to coming to Bethlehem and WDIY fm.
We talk about how rad...
2024-01-1743 minWDIY Studio SessionsWDIY Studio Session: Carlo AonzoVirtuoso mandolinist Carlo Aonzo from Italy stops by the WDIY studios to perform live and talk with Karen El-Chaar about the awards he won, playing for the pope in Vatican City, his teaching, and more.
2023-12-2234 minWDIY Studio SessionsWDIY Studio Session: The Youngers (2023)Reading, PA alt-country band The Youngers return to WDIY for a live performance and interview with WDIY's Carlos Benjamin.
2023-10-3135 minWDIY Studio SessionsWDIY Studio Session: Trevor ExterNew York-based singer-songwriter Trevor Exter joins WDIY's Stewart Brodian for a stripped-down live performance. Plus, Exter talks about his move from playing the cello to the guitar and the upcoming XVSK reunion show at Godfrey Daniels on October 7th.
2023-10-0722 minWDIY Studio SessionsWDIY Studio Session: John TrainPhiladelphia-based country-folk-roots band John Train stops by WDIY for a live stripped-down performance and interview with host Keith Kelleher.
2023-05-0227 min
On Every Main StreetCelebrating Christmas from Ireland to the 'Ho Ho Holy Land' | On Every Main StreetOn this special edition of On Every Main Street, Greg Capogna explores international Christmas celebrations with Issa Kassissieh, the "Jerusalem Santa," and Neville Gardner, of McCarthy's Red Stag Pub and Donegal Square.
2022-12-1329 min
The Jennings Report28 Years of Public Service: The Legacy of State Sen. Pat Browne | The Jennings ReportAlan Jennings sits down with newly-retired State Sen. Pat Browne to reflect on his decades of serving the Lehigh Valley in Harrisburg.
2022-12-0928 min
On Every Main StreetEmpowering Women Through the Perfect Fit with Heidi Lennick | On Every Main StreetGreg Capogna welcomes Heidi Lennick, Program Manager of the Perfect Fit Resale Boutique at the YWCA Allentown to talk about its mission of providing women with the right clothes for interviews and a working week.
2022-11-1512 minThe Jennings ReportMidterm Precedents, Youth Voting and the 'Red Wave?': A 2022 Election Recap with Christopher Borick | The Jennings ReportWith the midterm elections wrapping up earlier in the week, Alan Jennings welcomes Muhlenberg College professor and pollster Christopher Borick for a breakdown of Election Day results and trends, and more importantly, what they mean.
2022-11-1228 min
Teen ConnectThe Origin and Start of Everything: Education and the Youth With Dr. Dean Donaher | Teen ConnectSiddhant Khandelwal is back as he welcomes Dr. Dean Donaher from United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley and the Bethlehem Area School District for a conversation about providing educational, volunteer, and community service opportunities to students and young adults.
2022-11-0430 minOn Every Main StreetCompassion and Care - for Families and Pets - with Rhonda Miller and Kelly Bauer | On Every Main StreetGreg Capogna talks about family recovery services with Rhonda Miller from Oasis Community Center and Stand Up for Ben, Inc., then talks about cat cafes and pet adoptions with Kelly Bauer of The Center for Animal Health & Welfare.
2022-10-2529 min
Wellness Lehigh ValleyHumanity in Conversation: The Importance of Communication with Elizabeth Ortiz | Wellness Lehigh ValleySally Handlon welcomes Elizabeth Ortiz for a conversation about the importance of sharing opinions, listening, and learning to communicate effectively with others.
2022-10-2130 minOn Every Main Street'Steel Weekend' and Authentic Adjustment with Andria Zaia, John Mikovits, and Wade George | On Every Main StreetGreg Capogna talks with Andria Zaia and John Mikovits from the National Museum of Industrial History about their upcoming Steel Weekend & Steelworkers Reunion, and also chats with Wade George from Authentic Adjustment in Emmaus.
2022-10-1829 minThe Jennings ReportUkraine, Drug Pricing, and 'Sleeper Issues': Rep. Susan Wild's Campaign for PA-7 | The Jennings ReportWith the general election less than a month away, Alan Jennings talks with incumbent Democratic Congresswoman Susan Wild (PA-7) about everything from Ukraine to climate action.
2022-10-1429 min
Teen Money MattersPersonal Finance, Social Secharity, and Saving for College with Les Winston | Teen Money MattersJayaditya and Sanika Kothari are back as they welcome Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy Les Winston to talk about the work of the Social Secharity organization, financial literacy, and saving for college.
2022-10-0928 min
The El-Chaar ChroniclesGun Buybacks and Domestic Violence Protection with DA Houck and Andrea Search | The El-Chaar ChroniclesKaren El-Chaar speaks with Northampton County District Attorney Terence Houck about his office's gun buyback program, then welcomes Andrea Search from Turning Point of Lehigh Valley about the resources available for survivors of domestic violence.
2022-09-3029 minThe Jennings Report'Get Off the Sidelines, Get In the Game': Josh Shapiro's Gubernatorial Run | The Jennings ReportThe November statewide elections are in full focus on this episode of The Jennings Report, as Alan welcomes Josh Shapiro, Democratic candidate for Pennsylvania governor.
2022-09-1429 minWellness Lehigh ValleyNutrition, Functional Medicine and 'the Power of Food' with Dr. Kristann Heinz | Wellness Lehigh ValleySally Handlon welcomes Dr. Kristann Heinz, a family medicine doctor practicing functional and integrative medicine, to share insight on “the power of food.”
2022-08-1929 minThe Jennings ReportNick Miller's Campaign for the 14th Senate District | The Jennings ReportAlan Jennings welcomes Nick Miller, Democratic candidate for the 14th Senate District to talk about his motivations to run for office, the housing crisis, behavioral health, and more.
2022-08-1229 min
Q:LVSenate Bill 1191 and Anti-Trans Sports Restrictions with Corinne Goodwin | Q:LVJustan Parker Fields welcomes Corinne Goodwin, President of the Eastern PA Trans Equity Project back to WDIY to discuss PA Senate Bill 1191, which aims to prevent transgender students from participating in school sports alongside their peers.
2022-07-2233 minThe Jennings ReportMark Pinsley and the Race for the 16th Senate District | The Jennings ReportAlan welcomes Mark Pinsley, Democratic candidate for Pennsylvania State Senate District 16 to talk about the issues that are important to constituents in the Lehigh Valley, including his perspective and policies on the issues of education, the state economy and individual rights if elected in November.
2022-07-1534 minOn Every Main StreetLehigh Valley Attractions and 'The Works of a Mechanical Genius' | On Every Main StreetGreg Capogna talks with Holly Harrar of Discover Lehigh Valley about great local events and attractions, and also chats with Martha Capwell Fox from the National Canal Museum and Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor about a exhibit currently on display at the National Museum of Industrial History.
2022-07-1230 minTeen ConnectStriking the School-Sport Balance with Michael and Matt Vital | Teen ConnectWDIY's newest Teen Connect host Marcus Brown welcomes a conversation on athletics with the Vital twins, Michael and Matt of Liberty High School, who are poised to not only be a force in local high school golf, but also on a state and potentially professional level.
2022-07-0924 minTeen Money MattersInvestments and Retirement with Demi Olatilo and Lehigh's Dr. Richard Kish | Teen Money MattersTeen Money Matters returns with an episode on investments and retirement, featuring discussions on the importance of keeping a sound financial future with Demi Olatilo, and the trends and dangers of investing with Lehigh University’s Dr. Richard Kish.
2022-07-0939 minThe El-Chaar ChroniclesFighting the Opioid Crisis and Saving the Environment | The El-Chaar ChroniclesKaren El-Chaar speaks with Northampton County DA Terence Houck about combatting the opioid crisis with the county's new full-time drug task force, then chats with State Rep. Peter Schweyer about advancing environmental initiatives through the state legislature.
2022-07-0135 minQ:LVStonewall and Drag Brunches: Celebrating PRIDE with Jerry Schmidt and Eric Yoak | Q:LVJustan Parker Fields brings PRIDE Month to WDIY by talking with Jerry Schmidt, manager of the former Stonewall nightclub in Allentown, and previews Bradbury-Sullivan's Drag Brunch with Eric Yoak (hosting as Christina Vixen).
2022-06-1735 minWellness Lehigh ValleyKeith Roe, IAQ Profiles and the Importance of Good Air Quality | Wellness Lehigh ValleySally Handlon welcomes Keith Roe, Indoor Air Quality consultant with Advanced IAQ Solutions to talk about indoor air quality, the six factors for an ideal IAQ profile, and ways to evaluate it.
2022-06-1729 minOn Every Main StreetGLVADA's Dan Moyer and the Future of the Automotive Industry | On Every Main StreetGreg Capogna talks with Dan Moyer from the Greater Lehigh Valley Auto Dealers Association about the future of the automobile industry for consumer, especially with the increasing popularity of electric vehicles.
2022-06-1427 minThe Jennings ReportThe Many Stories of Jay & the Techniques With Jay Proctor | The Jennings ReportAlan Jennings welcomes Lehigh Valley local Jay Proctor from Jay & the Techniques to talk about the band's records and performing history, dealing with the politics of being a mixed-race band in the 1970s, racism, his favorite song and more.
2022-06-1034 minThe Jennings ReportPeter Schweyer, Enid Santiago and the 134th District Democratic Primary | The Jennings ReportThe Jennings Report invites Democratic incumbent State Rep. Peter Schweyer of the 22nd Pennsylvania District and his challenger, Enid Santiago, to the WDIY airwaves for an equal time forum before the upcoming May 17 primary election.
2022-05-1335 minOn Every Main StreetMartin Guitar Charitable Foundation's Dr. Roland Kushner and TWG Security's Rocco Zegalia | On Every Main StreetGreg Capogna talks about charitable giving, local nonprofits and environmentalism with Dr. Roland Kushner from the Martin Guitar Charitable Foundation, then chats with Rocco Zegalia from TWG Security about the importance of safety and security for businesses.
2022-05-1027 minTeen Money MattersManaging Interest and Debt with Eshaan Patel and QNB Bank's Alex Lipyanik | Teen Money MattersSanika and Jayaditya Kothari discuss the importance of managing interest and debt - and their impact on one's future success - with fellow teen Eshaan Patel and QNB Bank's Alex Lipyanik.
2022-05-0628 minThe Jennings ReportKevin Dellicker and the 2022 Congressional Primary Race | The Jennings ReportIn preparation for the May primary season, Alan Jennings hosts Kevin Dellicker, a Republican candidate looking to challenge incumbent Representative Susan Wild (D) of Pennsylvania’s newly redrawn 7th Congressional District.
2022-04-1542 minOn Every Main StreetEmmaus Historical Society's Teri-Sorg McManamon and Boys & Girls Club's Winston Alozie | On Every Main StreetGreg Capogna sits down with Teri-Sorg McManamon of the Emmaus Historical Society to talk about local history and upcoming events, and also chats with Winston Alozie from the Boys & Girls Club of Bethlehem about this community resource and its positive impact on local youth.
2022-04-1225 minThe El-Chaar ChroniclesDA Terence Houck, Rev. Michael Comick and Giving a 'Second Chance' | The El-Chaar ChroniclesKaren El-Chaar hosts a discussion about second chances and the criminal justice system with Northampton County District Attorney Terence Houck and Reverend Michael Comick.
2022-04-0129 minOn Every Main Street'A Pool by the School': Jan Sutermeister and Northwestern Swim & Fitness | On Every Main StreetGreg chats with Jan Sutermeister, President of the nonprofit Northwestern Swim and Fitness about their project to bring a year-round public, community swimming pool facility to the Northwestern Lehigh School District area in Lehigh County.
2022-03-1510 minOn Every Main StreetMochila, Colombian Cuisine and More with Isasuma’s Manuel Fresneda | On Every Main StreetGreg Capogna talks with Manuel Fresneda, an entrepreneur who has brought a passion for Colombian cuisine and coffee to Easton for over two decades, about Manuel's restaurant and coffee shop, his new store Isasuma, handcrafted indigenous Colombian accessories and more.
2022-03-1515 minThe Jennings ReportRussia's Invasion of Ukraine: A Discussion with Sen. Bob Casey | The Jennings ReportAlan Jennings speaks with U.S. Senator Bob Casey about the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the Ukrainian people's resistance and resilience, support from the United States, and more. Additionally, Alan takes aim at Russian president Vladimir Putin during his "Final Thoughts."
2022-03-1134 minTeen Money MattersSaving, Budgeting and Financial Responsibility with a Fellow Teen and QNB Bank's Alex Lipyanik | Teen Money MattersOn the first episode of Teen Money Matters, Sanika and Jayaditya Kothari welcome fellow teen William and QNB Bank's Alex Lipyanik to talk about saving, budgeting, financial responsibility and more.
2022-03-0436 minTeen ConnectSchooling During COVID-19: Conversations with Alex Forgosh and James Moniz | Teen ConnectSiddhant Khandewal reflects on the COVID pandemic's impact on students through conversations with with Parkland High School senior Alex Forgosh and PHS Principal James Moniz.
2022-03-0430 minQ:LVEquity, Liberation, Inclusion and Access with BLMLV's Justan Parker Fields | Q:LVFor Black History Month, Adrian Shanker welcomes Black Lives Matter Lehigh Valley founder Justan Parker Fields to the WDIY studios for a conversation about the intersections of movements for equity and liberation for marginalized communities with shared struggles for inclusion and access.
2022-02-1826 minOn Every Main StreetSt. Luke's Victoria Montero and Jackie Finelli, plus CALV's Candace Moody | On Every Main StreetGreg Capogna welcomes Victoria Montero and Jackie Finelli from St. Luke's University Health Network to talk about an on-the-job training program in phlebotomy, then chats with Candace Moody from Community Action Lehigh Valley about the recent virtual launch of the new “Color Outside the Lines” initiative.
2022-02-1530 minThe Jennings Report'Color Outside the Lines': Taking Stock of the New Year with CALV's Dawn Godshall | The Jennings ReportAlan Jennings welcomes Dawn Godshall from Community Action Lehigh Valley to talk about what the new year has in store, Lehigh County’s rental assistance program, and the recent virtual launch of the Color Outside the Lines initiative.
2022-02-1129 minThe Jennings ReportPA Chamber’s Alex Halper, the 2022 Elections, and the Lehigh Valley Impact | The Jennings ReportOn the premiere episode of The Jennings Report, Alan Jennings begins his new political program by talking to Alex Halper, Director of Government Affairs for the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry about the 2022 elections and what may be at stake for residents and businesses in the Lehigh Valley.
2022-01-1430 minOn Every Main StreetWrapping Up 2021 and Looking to the Future: LNAA's Tom Stoudt and GEDP's Jared Mast | On Every Main StreetGreg Capogna chats with Tom Stoudt from the Lehigh-Northampton Airport Authority about 2021 travel numbers, new hiring opportunities, and more, and also talks with Jared Mask from the Greater Easton Development Partnership about all things Easton.
2022-01-1128 minTeen ConnectSupporting LGBTQ Rights with Katie Suppes and a Local Teen Perspective | Teen ConnectNew Teen Connect rotating host Sophie Elijovich welcomes Bradbury-Sullivan LGBT Community Center Director of Programs Katie Suppes and a fellow Lehigh Valley teen for a frank discussion about LGBTQ rights, supporting queer teens who grapple with their sexual or gender identity and the process of coming out to an uncertain world.
2022-01-0731 min
Lehigh Valley Discourse2021 In Memoriam | LV DiscourseJohn Pearce presents 2021 In Memoriam with co-host Francisco. They review the past year with tributes to notable Lehigh Valley residents; athletes; politicians; stars of stage, TV, and screen; musicians; authors; and more.
2021-12-311h 08Lehigh Valley DiscourseIn the Historical Spotlight with Dr. Steven Elliott & State Rep. Robert Freeman | LV DiscourseJohn Pearce speaks with author and historian Dr. Steven Elliott about Revolutionary War military housing strategies, and then chats with State Rep. Robert Freeman about the rich history of Easton.
2021-12-2459 minLehigh Valley DiscourseThe Importance of Water Conservation with NCCD's Nate Pritchard | Wellness Lehigh ValleyOn the premiere of Wellness Lehigh Valley, Sally talks with Nate Pritchard, Watershed Specialist for the Northampton County Conservation District, who shares different ways that we can keep these sources healthy and flowing.
2021-12-1729 minLehigh Valley DiscourseThe Ins and Outs of Writing with Jennifer Bright | LV Business BeatSally Handlon welcomes Jennifer Bright, Founding CEO and Book Doula of Bright Communications to another edition of Lehigh Valley Business Beat, where they discuss writing, tips for getting your thoughts down, and details about publishing.
2021-12-1731 minOn Every Main StreetThe Promenade Shops' Krista Berardelli, and Assist-2-Sell's Rob McCann & Tim Tepes | On Every Main StreetGreg Capogna talks about holiday offerings with Krista Berardelli from The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley, then chats with Rob McCann and Tim Tepes from Assist-2-Sell about their discount real estate brokerage firm.
2021-12-1429 minLehigh Valley DiscourseWhy Facts Matter: Mike Miorelli, Dr. Kamran Afshar, & Dr. Jennifer Swann | LV DiscourseAlan Jennings focuses on what society will do if we won't accept facts through conversations with The Morning Call Editor-in-Chief Mike Miorelli, WDIY Economic Pulse Host Dr. Kamran Afshar and Lehigh University Professor of Neuroscience Dr. Jennifer Swann.
2021-12-1058 minOn Every Main StreetGLVCC's Jessica O'Donnell & Ashley Lorah, and Chefmeals' Joe Stout | On Every Main StreetGreg Capogna talks with Jessica O'Donnell and Ashley Lorah from the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce about upcoming holiday events and COVID business adaptations, and also chats with chef Joe Stout of Chefmeals about his custom-made meal prep meals and catering.
2021-12-0128 minLehigh Valley DiscourseThe Importance of Charity: Catholic Medical Foundation & Sights for Hope | LV DiscourseJohn Pearce features two charitable organizations for Thanksgiving, speaking with Dennis Zehner and Jennifer Pandolfo from Sights for Hope, along with Dr. Christopher Chapman and Dave Pribulka from the Catholic Medical Foundation.
2021-11-2758 minOn Every Main StreetRiver Valley Waldorf’s Jennifer Sherman & Melanie Niemczura | On Every Main StreetGreg Capogna talks with Jennifer Sherman, Head of School and Melanie Niemczura, an 8th grade teacher at the River Valley Waldorf School about differences in educational instruction provided by Waldorf education, holistic systems, "looping," and more.
2021-11-2420 minLehigh Valley DiscourseEntrepreneurial Mindsets with OraSure’s Dr. Stephen Tang | LV Business BeatOn the latest Lehigh Valley Business Beat, Sally Handlon talks with Dr. Stephen Tang, President and CEO of OraSure Technologies about the company's success, as well as how to maintain an entrepreneurial mindset.
2021-11-2032 minLehigh Valley DiscourseBill Kirk, Extreme Weather, and the Impact on Businesses | LV Business BeatSally Handlon welcomes Weather Trends International's Bill Kirk to Lehigh Valley Business Beat, where they discuss current extreme weather impacts, as well as our upcoming winter weather and its impact on businesses.
2021-11-2030 minLehigh Valley DiscourseA 2021 Lehigh Valley Elections Recap | LV DiscourseAlan Jennings brings listeners a local election wrap-up with newly-elected Mayors of Allentown and Bethlehem, Matt Tuerk and J. William Reynolds, re-elected Northampton County Executive Lamont McClure, and Muhlenberg College's Dr. Christopher Borick.
2021-11-1200 minLehigh Valley DiscourseMental Well-Being with Maggie Murphy & Mark Fedorov of NAMI-LV | LV DiscourseHost John Pearce focuses on mental illness and mental health through conversation with Maggie Murphy and Mark Fedorov from the National Alliance on Mental Illness - Lehigh Valley.
2021-11-1130 minLehigh Valley DiscourseVeterans' Mental Health with Cindy Ross | LV DiscourseHost John Pearce discusses veterans' mental illness and mental health with Cindy Ross, author and director of the non-profit organization River House PA.
2021-11-1129 minLehigh Valley DiscourseUnderstanding Energy Saving Options with NEIF's Peter Krajsa | LV Business BeatSally Handlon returns for another Lehigh Valley Business Beat with guest Peter Krajsa, who talks about his "B" corporation, National Energy Improvement Fund, and how it works with small businesses and consumers to understand the energy saving options available to them.
2021-11-1130 minLehigh Valley DiscourseEmpowering Family Businesses with Tom Garrity & Scott Burky | LV Business BeatSally Handlon welcomes Tom Garrity and Scott Burky to Lehigh Valley Business Beat to chat about how The High Center Lehigh Valley helps small businesses empower future generations to take over their family business.
2021-11-1129 minLehigh Valley DiscourseUpcoming Elections with Tim Ramos, Matt Tuerk, & Steve Lynch | LV DiscourseAlan Jennings brings the upcoming November 2 local elections into focus with candidates for Allentown Mayor — Republican Tim Ramos and Democrat Matt Tuerk — and Republican candidate for Northampton County Executive, Steve Lynch.
2021-11-1159 minLehigh Valley DiscourseParks and Recreation: Sustainability & Accessibility | LV DiscourseKaren El-Chaar discusses how equitable access to parks and recreation can bring positive social and environmental changes to a community.
2021-11-1126 minLehigh Valley DiscourseIndigenous Peoples' History | LV DiscourseKaren El-Chaar brings listeners an important episode about Indigenous peoples' history with guests Doug George-Kanentiio, Pat Rivera, and Bart Standing Elk.
2021-11-1135 minLehigh Valley DiscourseUnpacking History with Lehigh Valley Students | LV DiscourseJohn Pearce talks about the impact of history and National History Day 2021/2022 with three local students; 8th grader Eden Sendef, and 9th graders Matt Keenan and Sophie Elijovich.
2021-11-111h 00On Every Main StreetExploring World-Famous Martin Guitars with Frank Untermyer | On Every Main StreetGreg Capogna takes the road to Nazareth with Frank Untermyer, Director of Supply Chain Management with C.F. Martin & Co., makers of the world-famous Martin Guitar and located here in the Lehigh Valley.
2021-11-1027 minTeen ConnectConservation, Zookeeping, and More with Cherlyn Vatalaro & Natalie Hildebrand | Teen ConnectNew Teen Connect rotating host Kyra Kelly welcomes two guests from the Lehigh Valley Zoo, Cherlyn Vatalaro and Natalie Hildebrand, to talk about conservation, the zoo, and how young people can get involved.
2021-11-0530 minLehigh Valley DiscourseAll Things Agriculture with Rodale's Sam Malriat & State Rep. Ryan Mackenzie | LV DiscourseSally Handlon welcomes Sam Malriat, Organic Crop Consultant at Rodale Institute and State Representative Ryan Mackenzie of the 134th District to discuss the business of agriculture, and the support offered to our region and state’s number one industry.
2021-09-1730 minLehigh Valley DiscourseCongresswoman Susan Wild & American Promise's Jeffery Clements | LV DiscourseAlan has a blockbuster program with Congresswoman Susan Wild responding to the recent Supreme Court decision affecting abortion rights, ever-present climate change events and how the infrastructure bill would benefit the Lehigh Valley.
2021-09-101h 00Teen ConnectWorld Class Cycling with Joan Hanscom & Organic Farming with Jeff Moyer | Teen ConnectWDIY presents a new rotating host for the next season of Teen Connect, Siddhant Khandelwal. For his first episode, Siddhant welcomes Joan Hanscom, Executive Director of the Valley Preferred Cycling Center to talk about world class cycling in Trexlertown. Then, Siddhant chats with Jeff Moyer, CEO of the Rodale Institute in Kutztown about organic farming and the benefits to our health and environment.
2021-09-031h 01Lehigh Valley DiscourseLocal History with Dr. Corey Fischer-Hoffman & Candace Perry | LV DiscourseJohn Pearce shares a few stories of local history, including the history of Bethlehem Steel in Chile with Dr. Cory Fischer-Hoffman, Professor of International Studies at Lafayette College. Then, John features the history of the Schwenkfelders with Candace Perry, Curator of the Schwenkfelder Library and Heritage Center in Pennsburg, PA.
2021-08-2759 minTeen ConnectThe Impact of Artificial Intelligence with Dr. Prasenjit Mitra & Dan Lopresti | Teen ConnectPrathysha Kothare explores the impact of Artificial Intelligence on our society and the role it plays at the intersection of social justice, human rights, and technology.
2021-05-071h 00Teen ConnectCOVID-19's Impact on Women, LGBTQ, and Minority Communities | Teen ConnectHost Prathysha Kothare tackles the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on women and minority groups, with regards to employment and workplace equality in the Lehigh Valley with Danielle Joseph, Executive Vice President of Business and Diversity Councils at the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, and Dr. Tim Kelsey, Co-Director for the Center of Community and Economic Development at Penn State University.
2021-03-0942 minTeen ConnectRemote Education During the Pandemic featuring PA Secretary of Education Noe Ortega | Teen ConnectTeen Connect showcases teenagers exploring issues impacting them. This episode focuses on the unprecedented dynamic of remote education and collaboration students have been experiencing during the pandemic including a conversation with Pennsylvania Department of Education acting Secretary Noe Ortega.
2020-12-0453 minTeen ConnectKaren El-Chaar & New Teen Hosts | LV DiscourseJohn Pearce welcomes WDIY Classics host Karen El-Chaar to the interview chair and introduces us to WDIY's newest on-air hosts bringing a youth focus to the airwaves.
2020-09-2556 minTeen ConnectJohn Cirucci Discusses Climate Change & Sustainability | Teen ConnectHost Prathysha Kothare speaks with John Cirucci, an adjunct research professor at Arizona State University and retired chemical engineer with Air Products. They discuss climate change, sustainability, and the impact of COVID-19 on energy usage and carbon footprints.
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