Newsmaker Interviews: Recent Episodes
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Debi Domenick (D)- Lackawanna County Commissioner votes in favor of moving forward with reassessment and explains there is time to work out concerns about the impact on elderly and financially challenged residents.
James Golden aka "Bo Snerdley" was the producer for the late Rush Limbaugh gives his memories to WILK's Bob Cordaro and talks about his new book "Rush on the Radio."
Pennsylvania Senate candidate Dave McCormick speaks to WILK's Bob Cordaro for the first time.
Former Channel 16 anchor Marisa Burke speaks to WILK's Bob Cordaro about her powerful book "Just Checking Scores."
Renowned doctor Mehmet Oz speaks to WILK's Bob Cordaro about his candidacy for Pennsylvania state Senate.
For the first time in 2022, Bo Dietl speaks to WILK's Bob Cordaro and gives his thought on New York City's new mayor Eric Adams.
Decorated cop Bo Dietl joins WILK's Bob Cordaro once again about all of the craziness going on in the world of politics.
Congressman Dan Meuser spoke to WILK's Bob Cordaro about the benefits of a facility coming to Newport Township and create nearly 4,000 jobs.
Former Channel 16 anchorwoman Marisa Burke spoke to WILK's Bob Cordaro and talked about her book "Just Checking Scores" which will be released in December.
Scranton Mayor Paige Cognetti talked with WILK's Nancy and Jason about the Build Back Better framework currently being discussed by Democrats in Washington D.C. Cognetti also talked about the recent visit from President Joe Biden, the possible teacher strike in the city, and the scariest movie she has seen.
(Image credit- Photo by Aimee Dilger / SOPA Images/Sipa USA) Nov 2020
Congressman Dan Meuser speaks to WILK's Bob Cordaro about all things politics including vaccine mandtes, the Biden adminstration and his intentions to run for Congress again in 2022.
Former Congressman Lou Barletta talked to WILK's Bob Cordaro about his recent candidacy for Republican PA Gubernatorial Election in 2022.
Author Kelly Rippon, mom of NEPA native and Olympian Adam Rippon talks with WILK's Nancy and Jason about Simone Bile's decision to bow out of the U.S. team and inidvidual gymnastic competitions due to a mental health issue.
Decorated cop and movie star Bo Dietl talks to WILK's Bob Cordaro once again about the world of politics.
Decorated cop Bo Dietl talks to WILK's Bob Cordaro about his career in law enforcement.
Former Penn State and NFL quarterback Matt McGloin spoke to WILK's Bob Cordaro about his time with the Raiders, life after football and his upcoming golf tournament.
WILK's Nancy and Jason talk with author Kevin Cook about his new book "The Burning Blue. The Untold Story of Christa McAuliffe and NASA’s Challenger Disaster". Cook details what happened to lead up to that tragic day, and the stories of the people on board the Challenger.
Bo Dietl makes another appearance on the Bob Cordaro Show. They talked about a bevy of topics including critical race theory, Goodfellas and President Biden.
Decorated cop and movie star Bo Dietl talks to WILK's Bob Cordaro about the world of politics and law enforcement.
Jeff Bartos, the Republican candidate for Pennsylvania state Senate in 2022 talks to WILK's Bob Cordaro about his candidacy.
25 year U.S. Attorney Brian Kelly speaks to WILK's Bob Cordaro about George Soros funding local District Attorney races in the country.
Tarah Toohil, member of Pennsylvania's House of Representatives 116th District talks to WILK's Bob Cordaro as she seeks to win Luzerne County Judge in November.
Former Hazleton mayor Lou Barletta calls into the Bob Cordaro Show to announce his candidacy for Pennsylvania Governor in the 2022 election.
WILK's Nancy Kman and Jason Barsky ask Pa. Physician General Dr. Denise Johnson listener's questions regarding the COVID-19 vaccine. Dr. Johnson talks about the importance of vaccinating teens 12-15, along with common vaccine hesitancy issues like whether a person who had COVID needs a vaccine, if the vaccine is safe, what side effects can be expected and if the shot can affect your fertility. (Dr. Johnson photo from Gov. Tom Wolf's office)
Scranton native and Alaska's Governor Mike Dunleavy talks to WILK's Bob Cordaro about the world of politics and Alaska.
Actor and retired police detective Bob Dietl calls into the inaugural Bob Cordaro Show and discuss his careers in law enforcement and classic movies such as Goodfellas, Wolf of Wall Street and The Irishman.
Former U.S. representative and Hazleton mayor Lou Barletta calls into the inaugural Bob Cordaro Show to congratulate Bob and discuss whether or not he will run for Pennsylvania governor.
Former football coach Lou Holtz on the Frank Andrews show talks about Lou supporting President Donald Trump.
Scranton Mayor Paige Cognetti on the phone with Frank Andrews answering listeners questions
Dom Perini of Jessup Hose Company #2 talks to Webester about the Midway Food Festival which is being held at the hose company grounds, 333 Hill Street in Jessup July 14 to 17 (4pm to 8pm) and July 18 & 19 (12pm to 8pm)
Brianna Lowry of Jessup gives us a view from the frontline of the COVID-19 crisis in New York City. She is on "RN Deployment" with Krucial Staffing to work in the epicenter and assist hospital staffing.
Luzerne County Manager David Pedri holds a news conference regarding the first positive Coronavirus case in Luzerne County and a state of emergency enacted in the county.
Caroline deRichmond, CRNP, a nurse practioner & clinical lipid specialist with Geisinger Cardiology & is a regional board meember of the National Lipid Association and WILK's Mark Davis discuss heart health and cholesterol issues in studio with Frank Andrews.
Senator John Yudichak (D) with WILK's Jason Barsky on the recommendation by the DOC to close SCI Retreat
Stephanie Longo, author of books about Italian heritage in Lackawanna County and Dunmore, talks to Frank Andrews.
Lt. Colonel Joe Albert (retired U.S army) in studio with Frank Andrews discusses Turkey and Syria.
PA State Senator Lisa Baker (Republican- 20th District) talks about the possible closing of SCI Retreat
and veterans suicides , with Frank Andrews
Interdependence Day 2019 is Thursday September 12. An Interfenerational Panel Discussion on Climate Change will take place at the University of Scranton beginning at 5:30pm. The Interdependence Hexagon Project grew out of Interdependence Day. An exhibit of over 600 pieces from around the world will be on display at the Martketplace at Steamtown beginning September 6. Beth Burkhauser and Lisa Temples join WILK's Vince Sweeney with details on the events and how you can get involved.
WILK's Jason Barsky has the details of an exciting August weekend coming up with Liz Baldi and Joshua Mast of Scranton Tomorrow.
The inaugural Electric City Classic, a project of Scranton Tomorrow presented by The Wright Center for Community Health with support from community-minded sponsors and media partners including: The City of Scranton, Lackawanna County Visitors Bureau, WNEP-TV 16, Entercom Communications, The Times-Tribune, DiscoverNEPA, and Lamar Advertising Company is set for Saturday and Sunday August 24 and 25.
The Electric City Classic is a Criterium (referred to as a Crit in cycling communities). The event is a race on a short-circuit course where hundreds of professional and amateur cyclists complete multiple laps at speeds up to 45-miles per hour, just inches away from each other. In addition to the main cycling event on Saturday, the Electric City Classic will feature the Electric City Classic Hill Climb on Sunday, August 25, on Olive Street, a historic cobblestone street in the city’s Hill section.
Augie Barhight with PA Chapter 3 Rolling Thunder has he details of the upcoming Salute to Veterans Ride Twenty. It's to benefit the Gino Merli Veterans Center on Mulberry St in Scranton.
Joe Barrasse has the details of the 7th Annual 3V3 Basketball Tourney and Continue Cody's Commitment coming to Scranton on August 10.
Eileen Perchak and Peggy Durako with S.A.F.E. (Supporting Families and Autism Awareness Everywhere) have the details of their Golf Tournament fundraiser taking place July 22 at Wyoming Valley Country Club.
Today is the day..Rockin the River comes to Wilkes Barre...Luzerne County Manager David Pedri says it's taking place alongside the Susquehanna River at Millennium Circle amphitheatre. There's plenty of free parking including at the county parking garage across from the Courthouse. Bring your chair and your appetite. Plenty of food trucks, Susquehanna Brewing company and even free bus service to the downtown from LCTA from 4pm to 1am. Tonight's Yellow Brick Road an Elton John tribute band.
The former mayor of Scranton, Democrat Bill Courtright's plea yesterday in federal court to charges of bribery, extortion and conspiracy came less than 24 hours after he resigned from office. Is it the end? US Attorney for the Middle District of PA David Freed talks with WILK's Rob Neyhard. Courtright was released without bail. Sentencing was set for November.
The last time Corey Lewandowski talked to Frank Andrews, he promised to bring up the rain tax fight with the President. Corey is back, and at 7:00 into the interview, you'll find out if Mr. Lewandowski is a man of his word.
Jill Murray, PH.D. the new president of Lackawanna College, (and first woman to serve as president of the college) in studio with Frank Andrews
Marc Friedenberg is an instructor of cybersecurity and cyberlaw at Penn State University. He joined WILK's Jason Barsky with information on how you can keep passwords and surfing cyberspace safe.
Tony Brooks director/curator of the Wilkes Barre Preservation Society and Wilkes Barre City Council member, joins WILK's Jason Barsky with details about an effort to save the former Planters Peanuts Building.
Lara Trump, daughter-in-law of President Donald Trump, talks to Frank Andrews about the president's visit to the area and says she will pass along concerns about the rainwater tax.
Marc Friedenberg is a Democrat running for Congress against Republican Fred Keller in the 12th Congressional District. He joins WILK's Webster and Nancy.
Lt. Colonel Joe Albert (retired U.S army) in studio with Frank Andrews about North Korea, Iran, and more.
Abby Johnson, pro life activist, discusses PA State
Representative Brian Sims confronting protesters at an abortion clinic and also the movie Unplanned,
with Frank Andrews
Time to get ready for the season of carnivals, fairs and church picnics. The 27th annual Jessup Hose Co Carnival kicks off may 22nd. Dominick Perini joins WILK's Jason Barsky with information on Carnival fun and the Race Of The Saints too!
Don't get scammed! It's helps if you know what scammers do so you can be prepared. Jim Close with DIGIOP give WILK's Jason Barsky some tips on the most used scams.
Today is National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day! Kenicki brought his human Ashley Wolo to visit WILK's Jason Barsky to talk about adopting and the upcoming Fundraiser for Griffin Pond Animal Shelter.
The inaugural Lackawanna County Heritage Fair is quickly approaching, with organizers working hard to lay the foundation for what hopefully becomes a proud annual tradition.
The fair will take place May 29-June 2 at Montage Mountain Resorts, and will feature a sprawling midway packed with rides, live entertainment, crafters, exhibitors, heritage and civic organizations, and local churches serving up classic Northeast Pennsylvania ethnic foods.
Admission to the fair is $10. For advance tickets or more information, visit lackawannacountyheritagefairs.com. Armand Olivetti Chair of the Fair Board with WILK's Jason Barsky
A reminder from Wilkes Barre Police Department Officer Kirk Merchel with WILK's Jason Barsky.
On Saturday April 27 from 10am to 2pm we will be hosting a collection site for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. You can bring your unused, or expired prescription medications to dispose of them. They are collected by the DEA and disposed of. The only items that we are unable to collect are liquids or needles.
If you are unable to make it on Saturday, feel free to use use our secure receptacle in the lobby of police headquarters 15 N. Washington St Wilkes Barre P
MOM-n-PA is an annual two-day free dental clinic for underserved Pennsylvanians in which dental treatment is provided at NO COST to individuals who cannot afford dental care. Treatment is provided on a first-come, first-served basis. It is expected that hundreds of individuals will be attending this year's event, so please come early! Patients do not pre-register. OUR NEXT MISSION IS ON JUNE 7th AND 8th 2019! at Mohegan Sun Arena in Wilkes Barre Township. In the studio with WILK's Jason Barsky, Dr. Richard Grossman DDS and Dr Chris Kotchick DMD, local co-chairs of the event .
Kyle Pelkey is a person who stutters and a Speech Language Pathologist. He shares the details of the upcoming screening of a free documentary "When I Stutter". It's at Misericordia University in Dallas, Tuesday April 16 at 7pm.
Lines in the water this Saturday morning! WILK's Jason Barsky gets all the details from Mike Parker, Communications Director with the PA Fish and Boat Commission.
PA Auditor General Eugene DePasquale laid it on the line with the funding of the PA Turnpike in his recent audit.Toll rates are expected to triple in under 30 years, which may lead more drivers to avoid the highway and use winding and steep alternate routes instead. DePasquale has previously warned that the Turnpike’s toll increases and rising debt load, the result of legally required payments to PennDOT, are unsustainable and creating a hardship for motorists.
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The Renal Race 8 is this Sunday before the Wilkes Barre St. Patrick's Parade. Erin Rebo Pikul and her son Jaxon have all the details and there is still time to register! #skkc
Congressman Matt Cartwright (Democrat-9th Congressional district) talks to Frank Andrews Frank Andrews about stormwater fees.
Congressman Dan Meuser (Republican- 9th Congressional District) talks to Frank Andrews about a stormwater fee meeting.
Frank Scavo is a candidate for Republican state representative in the 114th District and the current Old Forge School Board President. He is apologizing today for posts made on his personal social media page over the past four years in particular those assailing Muslims. He spoke with WILK's Webster and Nancy.
Lieutenant Colonel Joe Albert (retired U.S. Army) in studio with Frank Andrews talks about Korea, women in military, nuclear weapoons, Russia, President Trump, and more
Attorney Margaret Witherup of Gordon Feinblatt, who challenged the Maryland stormwater fee and won, discusses the stormwater fee with Frank Andrews.
Dave Spigelmyer, President of the Marcellus Shale Coalition, talks to Frank Andrews about the governor wanting to tax marcellus shale.
Alex Halper of the PA Chamber of Business and Industry, talks about the governor's plan to raise the minimum wage, with Nikki Stone
Mark Steyn, part of the Adorable Deplorable Tour with Dennis Miller on Saturday, March 2nd at the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre, talks to Webster & Nancy
Joe Nardone (of the Gallery of Sound) in studio with Frank Andrews discussing concerts in Northeastern PA
Jennifer Hetro, Dr. Shiraz Saleem and Gerri McAndrew join WILK's Jason Barsky with details about the "Bags of Warmth" project.
PA State Senator Pat Stefano (Republican-32nd district) talks about a bill to allow the auditor general to audit municipal authorites, with Frank Andrews
PA State Senator David Argall (Republican- 29th district) talks about Senate Bill 76 (property taxes) with Frank Andrews.
Wyoming Borough council member Mike Baloga who made a motion to get out of Wyoming Valley Sanitary Authority, with Frank Andrews
Auditor General Eugene DePasquale discusses the Scranton School District with Frank Andrews
The former mayor of Braddock is the new lieutenant governor of Pennsylvania. Democrat John Fetterman took the oath of office Tuesday, giving Gov. Tom Wolf a new second-in-command as his second term gets underway.
The former mayor of Braddock is the new lieutenant governor of Pennsylvania. Democrat John Fetterman took the oath of office Tuesday, giving Gov. Tom Wolf a new second-in-command as his second term gets underway.
PA Senator John Blake (Democrat- 22nd District) talks about the stormwater fee with Frank Andrews
David Sutton, Lehman Township supervisor, about asking the WVSA how stormwater fees are calculated, with Frank Andrews
Lackawanna County Commissioner Laureen Cummings talks about the stormwater situation with Frank Andrews
Harry Campbell, Director of Chesapeake Bay Foundation in Pennsylvania talks about the stormwater situation with Frank Andrews
Wyoming Valley Sanitary Authority members Jeff Colella (Stormwater Division Manager), Sandy Bartosiewicz (Director of Budget & Finance), and Donna Gillis (Public Relations & Regulatory Liaison) talk about the stormwater fee with Frank Andrews
US Congressman Dan Meuser (R-9th) with WILK's Jason Barsky talks about building "the wall".
Jim Tomaine, executive director; Sandy Bartosiewicz, director of budget & finance; and Jeff Colella, stormwater division manager. at theWyoming Valley Sanitary Authority, talk about the stormwater fee, with Frank Andrews.
Barbara Durkin, Director of Lackawanna & Susquehanna Drug & Alcohol Programs, talks about the healthy MOMS program which deals with opioid addiction and pregnancy, with Frank Andrews
Mark Volk, President of Lackawanna College and Edward Delaney, Esports administrator & head coach talk about the Esports program at Lackawanna College; live in studio with Frank Andrews
Author Bill O'Reilly joins Webster and Nancy to talk about his latest book, "Killing the SS".
Lackawanna County Commissioner Laureen Cummings, talks about a letter to the editor in the Scranton Times concerning Replican women who support President Trump, with Frank Andrews
Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) Joe Albert talks about President George H.W. Bush and the Gulf War, in studio with Frank Andrews.