Community Spotlight from WESB News: Recent Episodes
Andy Paulsen
Every week, Community Spotlight looks at events happening in and issues affecting the Bradford area.
We discuss the 42nd Annual Autumn Classic and the Bradford Christian Musical Theater's new show "Death in the Tuna Valley."
Andy talks Pumpkinfest with Sarah Matzner and Amanda Van Houten, talks about the "Who Dey!" fundraiser and meet-and-greet with McKean County K9 Officers Duke and Rigby.
Andy speaks with Dr. Elena Lister, co-author of "Giving Hope," about how to talk with children about death and loss.
This is an extended version of the interview.
Andy talks with State Senator Scott Martin about his efforts to reverse a recent appeals court ruling on license plate obstructions, then with Abby Kiesa of Tufts University about the youth vote in PA.
Andy talks with State Senator Scott Martin about his efforts to reverse a recent appeals court ruling on license plate obstructions, then with Abby Kiesa of Tufts University about the youth vote in PA.
Andy talks to local author Ann Hultberg about her new book "Something to Hold On To," then discusses insulin prices with Dr. Kenneth Thorpe.
Andy talks about the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative with Dave Jenkins, President of Conservatives for Responsible Stewardship.
Andy talks with dietician Ayla Barmer about men and fertility, and then with Dr. Joseph Pergolizzi about the connection between summer heat and pain.
Andy speaks with Fran Bottone, President of the Penn-Brad Oil Museum, about "Derrick Day."
Then Andy talks with best-selling author Howard Blum about his new book, "The Spy Who Knew Too Much."
Jimmy Keltz speaks with Chris Lindemuth and David Talbot about this weekend's Corporate Cup Soccer Challenge
We discuss the 25th Annual Kids and Cancer Benefit Run, and the inaugural CASA of McKean "Golf Fore Kids" tournament.
Andy talks with CNN International anchor Zain Asher about her new memoir "Where the Children Take Us."
Andy talks about the counterfeit drugs problem with Shabbir Safdar, Executive Director of the Partnership for Safe Medicines, and McKean County District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer.
This week Andy discusses the Guidance Center's Methamphetamine Awareness event, and Mattresses Across McKean County's upcoming golf tournament.
This week we discuss:
- State Representative Martin Causer's bill to cap orphaned wells
- The Bradford Regional Medical Center's "Meals on Wheels" program
- The Bradford Community Pride Lions' Club's Kids' Fishing Derby
- LEEK's annual open house.
Andy talks with Sandra Lee, host of the "Beyond Testing" podcast on things other than COVID that we should be getting tested for.
Andy discusses picking a therapist with Dr. Alexander Alvarado, and the 3rd Annual Pandemic Games with Steve Cornelius.
Andy talks about Mental Health Awareness month with Dr. Kim Thurston from Journey Health System.
This week, Andy talks with award winning composer John Mauceri about his new book "The War on Music: Reclaiming the 20th Century."
Andy speaks with T.3m the vocal group opening BCPAC's 2022 Spring Concert Series.
Tickets are available at this link.
As broadcast on WESB at noon, April 5th, 2022, celebrating 75 years of service to Bradford on the air.
Our annual series on Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention kicks off with Kim Ditz from the Guidance Center as we ask "What is child abuse?" What are some of the causes, some of the ways it manifests, and ways it can be prevented.
Andy talks with "RetireSMART" author Mark Anthony Grimaldi about the Gig Economy, and how gig workers can plan for retirement.
First, Andy speaks with Deb and Jim Craft from the Bradford Community Pride Lions Club.
Then Andy interviews bestselling author Ryan North about his new book, How to Take Over the World.
The music in today's show is "Everybody Wants to Rule the World" by Reina del Cid.
Reina del Cid's YouTube Page
Andy speaks about Problem Gambling Awareness Month with Greta Billings from Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services
Andy talks to Prof. Jim Mahar of St. Bonaventure and BonaResponds, and to Jeff Liu, Secretary of Friends of Moldova, about the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Ukraine.
To donate to the Ukrainian Relief efforts of Friends of Moldova: https://thefriendsofmoldova.com/#ukrainerefugeerelief
BonaResponds: BonaResponds | Home Page
Positive Ripples: http://positiveripples.org/
We discuss the 150th Anniversary of Straub's Brewery in St. Marys, and Andy interviews Robert Steinberg, author of "How Architechture Tells."
Aired February 25, 2022.
Alvin Loveless talks about the Virtual Veterans' Resource Faire and Andy talks with Dr. Kara Fitzgerald, Author of "Younger You."
Aired February 18, 2022
Andy talks with a Google security expert on staying safe online. Aired February 11, 2022
Andy discusses the Omicron variant, vaccines, and other developments in the fight against the Coronavirus with Dr. Gerald Harmon, President of the American Medical Association.
Andy talks with Shelby Doyle from National School Choice Week about educational alternatives, then with a performer from Disney on Ice, coming to Buffalo at the end of the month.
Andy Paulsen, Kim Bonham, and Nick Youngs look back on the stories that had the biggest impact on the Bradford area in 2021.
- Emergency powers and mask mandates
- William Blauser, Pamela Bauer, and January 6th
- Sean and Shane Hvizdzak case
- Dan Palmer and Harry Halloran passings
- BRMC and Olean General merger, UAHS controversy
- Andrew Cuomo and Kathy Hochul
- Bradford McDonald's Walkout
- Two bodies found off Chautauqua County Hiking Trail
- Election redemptions and upsets
- Anne Holiday leaves WESB.
The holiday tradition continues with Don Ulin offering us thoughtful readings for the holiday season.
This week Andy discusses keeping cats safe during the Christmas season with Ingrid Newkirk, author of "250 Vital Things Your Cat Wants You to Know," and talks about losing a pet with Brandon Wainwright, author of "Tyson's Gift."
This podcast feed includes extended versions of both of this week's interviews.
Andy talks with Sarah Matzner and Michelle Baxter about Downtown Bradford's Winter Wine Walk 2021 and Old Fashioned Christmas.
Andy interviews local artist Rick Minard, then talks with Greg Peters, author of "Our National Forests."
Andy Paulsen talks with Heidi Scrivo Passmore from the Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce about Small Business Saturday, then with Dr. Joseph Pergolizzi about Chronic Pain
Women's health is in the Spotlight this week.
First, Greta Billings from Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services discusses the "hidden epidemic" of addiction among women.
Then Dr. Stacy Rosen and Susan Lucci discuss women's cardiovascular health and the need for funding into women's health studies.
First, Andy talks with Ben Buma, author of "Atlas of a Changing Climate," then with Robert S. Thayer, author of the Kobee Manatee series of books about how to discuss climate change with kids.
Atlas of a Changing Climate: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1604699949/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_2C354R37JHW0Q0D3X7NP?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Kobe Manatee - Climate Change and the Great Blue Hole Hazard: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0997123990/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_EQM4A90R89AKK6RMEM01
Kobe Manatee Home Page: Home | Kobee Manatee Series
This week Andy discusses Diabetes awareness with Cindy Simms from BRMC and the McKean County Festival of Lights with Chuck Kohler and Christie Graham.
The song excerpted in today's show is "The War of the Lights" by the Therapy SIsters with Marilyn Rucker: https://marilynrucker.com/track/748546/the-war-of-the-lights
This week Andy talks with Jennifer O'Brien from Tech Elevator about pandemic proofing your career, then talks stress with Drs. Drew and Briana Sinatra.
Tech Elevator: http://techelevator.com
Drs. Brianna and Drew Sinatra: http://drewandbriana.com
First, Andy talks to Jayson Gaddis, author of Getting to Zero.Then we discuss the upcoming Toy and Purse Bingo from the Bradford Area Pride Lions Club.
This week Andy talks with Graham Grieve, founder of Trace Innovations on keeping your kids safe in school during the pandemic, and Dr. Mark Ratner about little known side effects of common over-the-counter medications.
Trace Innovations - https://trace-innovations.com/
"The Prisoner of Prilosec" by Dr. Mark Ratner - http://ppihelp.org
NOTE: This podcast version has an extended version of Andy's interview with Dr. Ratner.
Andy talks about Bradford Regional Medical Center's "Girls Night In" and Bradford Regional High School's homecoming.
Andy speaks with State Representative Martin Causer about his bill to fund rural broadband expansion in Pennsylvania, then with Dr. Neil Barnard about how diet can ease the effects of menopause.
In this special edition we look back on the terror attacks of 20 years ago, mention some of the notable events in the area commemorating the attacks, and look forward to what 9/11 means for us in the future and how we teach those who were not yet born when the towers fell about that day.
The music in this show is by Jason Shaw from Audionautix.com.
In an interview recorded the day the Taliban retook Kabul, Andy Paulsen speaks with Ben Coes, former White House staffer and author of "The Island," on terrorism and why New York City is vulnerable to another attack.
Ben's website: NYT Bestselling Author of The Island (bencoes.com)
Andy talks about overdose awareness with Greta Billings from Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services, then discusses the upcoming fundraiser for the Kinzua Chapter of A.B.A.T.E.'s Christmas for Kids.
This week, Andy speaks with Family Physician Karen Smith about the "other" vaccines you need to remember, not just the COVID vaccines.
Then Stacy Williams, the Executive Director of the Bradford Hospital Foundation speaks about the upcoming COVID memorials in Bradford and Olean.
Women In Government Foundation
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (cdc.gov)
Stacy Williams E-mail: swilliams@brmc.com
Episcopal Church of the Ascension: http://ascensionbradford.org
Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels: http://www.smaolean.org
Andy talks with Linda and Jody from the New Keystone about a benefit being held for the bar's owners, then with Tonia Hartzell from Mattresses Across McKean County about their upcoming golf tournament.
This week Andy starts out talking about student loans with Brian Walsh of SoFi, then ends up in Oak Hill Park in Olean talking to the Olean Theatre Workshop's production of "The Complete Works of William Shakespeare, Abridged."
First. Andy talks to Jimi Bleu of "Kiss the Sky," who along with "Heavy Cream" will be opening BCPAC's Summer Tribute Series this week.
Then it's chat about eating your veggies with nutritionist Meridan Zerner.
BCPAC Summer Tribute Series: https://www.bcpac.com/summer-tribute-series
Buy tickets to "Guitar Gods: Hendrix Meets Cream": https://bradfordcreativeperformingartscenter.thundertix.com/performances/2703913/section/41864
Meridan Zerner on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/meridan.zerner
Meridan Zerner on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MeridanZerner
Kyo-Green: https://kyolic.com/brands/kyo-green/
Meridan's favorite recipes: https://wesb.com/2021/07/30/recipes-from-this-week-community-spotlight/
This week, Andy talks with author J.J. Winrich about kids, videogames, stocks, and teaching kids about responsible investing.
Then Andy talks with Dr. Ken Redcross about forming a bond with your doctor.
J.J. Winrich - Author of "Teaching Kids to Buy Stocks: Stories and Lessons for Grown-ups" https://www.amazon.com/Teaching-Kids-Buy-Stocks-Grown-Ups/dp/1733797726/
https://www.teachingkidstobuystocks.com/
Dr. Ken Redcross - Author of "Bond: The 4 Cornerstones of a Lasting and Caring Relationship with Your Doctor" https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B07DY8LNH7&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_61QKYD6ZE6R1Q9MAZM3G
Website: www.drkenredcross.com and www.powerofd.org
Twitter: @KenRedcrossMD
Facebook: www.facebook.com/KenRedcrossMD
Instagram: @DrKenRedcross
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drredcross/
First, Andy talks with Sarah Matzner, Director of Bradford Main Street, and Michelle Baxter, owner of Michelle's Flair for Hair, about Downtown Bradford's Summer Wine Walk and Christmas in July.
Then Andy speaks with Bill Black, President of Kids and Cancer, about next week's 24th Annual Benefit Run.
Bradford Summer Wine Walk Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/summer-wine-walk-tickets-158034267749
Bradford Main Street Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/BradfordPAMainStreet/
Kids and Cancer Benefit Run Home Page: https://kidsandcancerbenefitrun.com/
Kids and Cancer Benefit on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Kids-and-Cancer-Benefit-216083108421447/
Donate to Kids and Cancer: https://cattfoundation.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create?funit_id=1104
First, Andy talks with Brendan Claybaugh, director of OSHA's Erie office about workplace safety during intense heat.
Then, Vanessa Castano from the Bradford YWCA and Hanna Dewey from the Bradford Area Public Library talk about a collaboration they've been working on.
OSHA Heat Stress Page:https://www.osha.gov/heat/
Additional OSHA Tools and Information:https://www.osha.gov/heat-exposure
OSHA-NIOSH Heat Stress Application for Android and IPhone:https://www.osha.gov/heat/heat-app
Bradford Area Public Library:https://www.bradfordlibrary.com
Bradford YWCA:http://ywcabradford.org/
First, Andy talks with the founders of Happy Paws 4 Life about keeping your pets safe during fireworks.
Then a discussion with Prof. Steven Mintz, author of Beyond Happiness and Meaning, about Critical Race Theory.
Greta Billings from Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services returns to talk with Andy about gambling. How to gamble smartly, how to recognize the signs of problem gambling, and how to get help.
Andy discusses Juneteenth with Della Moore from the African American Center for cultural development, then speaks with Sarah DeVries-Jordan about Cattaraugus County Pride Coalition's Pride in the Park Celebration.
This week, Andy speaks with Linda Gordon, author of The Second Coming of the KKK: The Ku Klux Klan of the 1920's and the American Political Tradition.
Linda talks about the rise of the Second Klan, its rise to prominence, its eventual downfall, and lessons we can learn for today.
First, Andy talks with Deb and Jim Craft from the Bradford Community Pride Lions Club about their Kids' Fishing Derby.
Then Andy talks about retirement in a post-COVID world with Mark Anthony Grimaldi, author of RetireSMART.
This week's show starts out with Andy interviewing Casey Buckner from the McKean County Housing Authority about Section 8, and new incentives for landlords to sign up.
Then we look at the controversies surrounding the death penalty with David Dozier, author of The California Killing Field.
Finally, we're looking for listener feedback from people who are hesitant about getting, or unwilling to get, vaccinated for COVID-19. If you have concerns or objections we want to hear them. Please call (814)366-5203.
Andy talks with Mary Anne Polucci-Sherman and Jackie Shine-Dixon from Bradford Regional Medical Center about Mental Health Awareness Month.
Then Andy interviews Dr. Chloe Carmichael, author of "Nervous Energy: Harness the Power of Your Anxiety."
The Pennsylvania Primary Election is next Tuesday, May 18th, and all week long WESB News is looking at candidates and issues in that election.
Today's "Meet the Candidates" segment features Rob Ferguson, candidate for Bradford City Council.
Andy discusses the controversial ballot questions on Tuesday's ballot which would fundamentally change the way emergencies are declared in Pennsylvania with Ashley Klingensmith from Americans for Progress - PA and McKean County Democratic Chair Marty Wilder,
The Pennsylvania Primary Election is next Tuesday, May 18th, and all week long WESB News is looking at candidates and issues in that election.
Today's "Meet the Candidates" segment features Bradford City Councilman Terry Lopus, who is running for re-election.
The Pennsylvania Primary Election is next Tuesday, May 18th, and all week long WESB News is looking at candidates and issues in that election.
Today's "Meet the Candidates" features former Bradford mayor Tom Riel, who is running for City Council
The Pennsylvania Primary Election is next Tuesday, May 18th, and all week long WESB News is looking at candidates and issues in that election.
Today we have a "Meet the Candidates" feature with Lori Johnson, candidate in the Republican Primary for Bradford Township Supervisor.
Candidate Laree Sue Behan declined an interview opportunity.
The Pennsylvania Primary Election is next Tuesday, May 18th, and all week long WESB News is looking at candidates and issues in that election.
Today we have our first "Meet the Candidates" feature, with Robert Burrell, candidate in the Republican Primary for Bradford Township Supervisor.
Tomorrow night we'll talk with Lori Diamond, another candidate for Bradford Township Supervisor. Candidate Laree Sue Behan declined an interview opportunity.
First, an extended version of Andy's interview with Greta Billings from Alcohol & Drug Abuse Services as they discuss Prevention Week.
Then Sarah Lonzi and Jodie Wagner from the United Way of the Bradford Area talk with Andy about their upcoming Red Feather Awards and Report to the Community.
This week, Cecile Stelter, District Forester for the Cornplanter Forest District of the Bureau of Forestry, talks with Andy Paulsen about wildfire prevention.
Then Andy talks to Marie Ober about the latest fundraiser for The March of Dimes.
Wildfire tips: http://www.dcnr.pa.gov
2021 March for Babies: https://www.marchforbabies.org/
We conclude our series on Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month as Andy Paulsen speaks to Stephanie Eckstrom, the Pitt-Bradford MSW Program Coordinator about social connections.
Then Andy speaks with CASA of McKean County Executive Director Suzanne Myer-Page, Board President Bob Esch, and volunteer Autumn Stiles about the organization's upcoming "Walk, Run, Thrive" fundraiser and how you can volunteer to be an Advocate for children.
Our feature on child abuse awareness and prevention continues this week as Anne Holliday speaks with Sarah McCarty from McKean County Family Centers about meeting the social and emotional needs for your children.
Then Andy Paulsen speaks with Patty Colosimo, Director of Arts Programming at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, and Ron Orris and Joe Doriguzzi from the Friendship Table about UPB's upcoming "Foodraiser" event.
We continue our coverage of Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month as Anne Holliday speaks with Gretchen Dougherty from Beacon Light.
April is Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention. All month long, we'll be looking at Child Abuse, how to spot the signs, how to prevent it, and services for victims.
Our guest this week is Joy Haney from CARE for Children.