As I Walk Through The Valley

In our second 2026 Midterm Elections Series, we sit down with Mr. George Rivera, Chairman of the Lehigh County Republican Committee, to learn about the GOP vision for the Lehigh Valley and the broader Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. 

In this episode, we embark on a special 3-part mini series. As our dedicated listeners know, we sat down with numerous Lehigh Valley and Pennsylvania Statewide candidates in the leadup to the November 3rd, 2026 midterm elections.  The goal of this mini-series is to provide us with a birdseye view of the field and what is at stake. We speak to individuals who are close to the action, but removed ju...

Mr. Gavin P. Holihan, Esq., serves as the District Attorney of Lehigh County, Pennsylvania . Our conversation included topics such as drugs, capital crimes, and human trafficking. Listener discretion is advised.

In the lead up to the November 2026 Midterm elections, I sat down with Mr. Ken Krawchuk, the Libertarian Party candidate for governor of Pennsylvania. (Recorded on October 15th, 2026.) To read his book, Atlas Snubbed , click here .

Rev. Dr. Scott Janney serves as the Territorial Director of Gift Planning for The Salvation Army and is the Republican nominee for Pennsylvania’s 18th Senate District, which encompasses portions of Lehigh and Northampton counties. We discuss his approach to faith, politics, and how he would represent his prospective constituents in Harrisburg. 

Join me As I Walk Through the Valley with Congressman Ryan Mackenzie [PA-07] , in the lead up to the 2026 Midterm Elections. We covered: Local constituent services & community impact (FEMA funds, Mack trucks, casework, food insecurity/SNAP) China & national security threats (cyber, influence ops, Taiwan) Bipartisanship & working across the aisle (ACA, Problem Solvers Caucus) Family lif...

In this episode, we interview Caren Lowrey, CPS, CRS - a Prevention & Education Specialist who is running as the Republican nominee for Pennsylvania's 132nd State Legislative District. We cover drug policy, data centers, school censorship, and antisemitism. Note: We interviewed the Democratic incumbent, Rep. Mike Schlossberg, in episode #9.

Join me  As I Walk Through the Valley  with a member of Allentown City Council, and Democratic Nominee for Pennsylvania State House District #22,  Councilwoman Ce-Ce Gerlach . (Make sure to catch Ep. 31, in which we interview the Democratic nominee,  Mr. Robert E. Smith Jr. )

Join me As I Walk Through the Valley with Former Allentown Councilman and School Board President, Mr. Robert E. Smith Jr. , the Republican nominee to serve as Pennsylvania’s 22nd legislative district representative. (Make sure to catch Ep. 32, in which we interview the Democratic nominee, Councilwoman Ce-Ce Gerlach. )

Want to live better and longer? Join me As I Walk Through the Valley with Mrs. Brooke Griffiths, MSW, MBA , Executive Director of The Blue Zones Project Allentown , and learn how they are improving both the quantity and quality of life in the Lehigh Valley.

Mr. Mark Pinsley serves as the Controller of Lehigh County and is the Democratic Nominee for Pennsylvania State Senate District 16. We discuss taxes, I.C.E., and the establishment vs. progressive divide within the Democrat party. Please Note: An invitation has been issued to the office of Republican incumbent, State Senator Jarett Coleman.

How do we navigate a world of moral relativism? What role does faith play in interpreting today's headlines? Join me As I Walk Through the Valley with The Most Reverend Alfred A. Schlert , Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Allentown. From the challenges facing young worshippers to the nuance of O.C.D. in ritual practice, this conversation offers a profound look at the power of traditiona...

Join me As I Walk Through the Valley with Dr. Philip Cavalier, the 13th president of Kutztown University. We discuss KU's unique approach to inclusivity, the role of the liberal arts, and President Cavalier's vision for how the university can play a larger role in the Lehigh Valley.

Join me,  As I Walk Through the Valley  with  Mayor Matt Tuerk , the 43rd mayor of the City of Allentown, PA. We discussed the challenges and opportunities of running the third to largest city in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. This interview was recorded on June 10th, 2026 at Congregation Sons of Israel in Allentown, in front of a live audience. Thank you to Gary Preis for providing the video f...

Join me As I Walk Through the Valley Mr. Antonio Pineda, who serves as a Lehigh County Commissioner, representing District 1. We discuss what local government, and society at large, can learn from Superman, DC comics, and much more.

The Kindness Project, based in Emmaus, Pennsylvania, provides a brighter future for youth in foster care by offering free essential resources and enrichment opportunities. Join me, As I Walk Through the Valley with Founder & Executive Director Jenae Holtzhafer to learn about her story and how they are creating a better life for the people of the Lehigh Valley - and beyond. To learn about how y...

Join me As I Walk Through the Valley with Ms. Jess Denke , Head Librarian and Co-Director of the Muhlenberg College Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program. We discuss the nature of incarceration, the preservation of dignity and the potential for redemption in a conversation that blends both the practical and philosophical. A special thanks to Mr. Angelo Fattore for introducing us and suggesting this t...

Marijuana. School choice. Fiscal responsibility. These were just some of the topics addressed by  Pennsylvania Treasurer and Gubernatorial Candidate, Stacy Garrity  in front of a live audience at Congregation Sons of Israel in Allentown, PA.  Recorded on May 12th, 2026. Video footage provided by Gary Preis. 

The Allentown School District serves a vibrant community of over 16,700 students across 23 schools. Supported by a dedicated team of 2,500 staff members, ASD is at the forefront of urban education in Pennsylvania, balancing a rich history with a forward-looking commitment to technological literacy and community unity. We sat down with ASD's Superintendent and CEO, Dr. Carol D. Birks to learn a...

Meet Mr. Bradley Merkl-Gump , an 8th-grade history teacher, Pennridge School Board Director, and Democratic candidate for Pennsylvania's 16th Senate District . He joins the podcast to talk about censorship, shadow book bans, and also... a little about Quaker religious rites as well as Magic: The Gathering .

Northampton County Executive Tara Zrinski reflects on her first 100 days in office. We explore the looming presence of data centers, environmentalism, economics, religion and how to best allocate our collective finances. Make sure to also listen to our previous episode (#18), featuring Lehigh County Executive Josh Siegel.

Just before his 100th day in office, I sat down with Lehigh County Executive Josh Siegel to talk about endorsements, ICE, paid family leave, spirituality and...whether Call of Duty or Battlefield is the ultimate FPS (first-person shooter) franchise. [Recorded April 13th, 2026]

Join me  As I Walk Through the Valley  with  Ms. Valentina Escobar-Gonzalez , Founder of Beyond Engagement Social Media Solution and Co-Author of “ The Most Amazing Marketing Book Ever. ” We discuss social media addiction, artificial intelligence, the Lehigh Valley housing market and much more.  Make sure to follow her on social media: https://beyond-engagement.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/equi...

Join me As I Walk Through the Valley with Mr. Bob Brooks , a 20 year Bethlehem firefighting veteran and current union President of the Pennsylvania Professional Fire Fighters Association. This is our fourth and final PA-07 congressional candidate interview. Please make sure to catch up on the previous episodes in this mini-series. [Recorded on April 6th, 2026. Video footage provided by Gary Preis....

This episode features our third PA-07 Congressional candidate interview. Join me As I Walk Through the Valley with Mr. Lamont McClure , who previously served on Northampton County’s Council from 2006 to 2013. In 2018, he was elected as its County Executive. Former Executive McClure is now aiming to take his local leadership experience to represent his district in congress. [Recorded on March 26th,...