Meeting Maggie

Liz Baldi, Business Development Director at Scranton Tomorrow, shares insights on downtown revitalization, community engagement, and innovative projects like the farmers market and Pocket Park Live. Discover how strategic initiatives and community collaboration are transforming Downtown Scranton into a vibrant, inclusive neighborhood. We discuss th role of the visionaries and volunteers in manifes...

On this episode of Meeting Maggie, Kristy Luongo Mitchell shares her journey from hair enthusiast to successful salon owner, highlighting the importance of community, learning on the go, and trusting your team. Discover how serendipity and hard work shaped her path and get practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Lacey Cook shares her transformative journey from self-doubt to movement as a tool for connection, emotional regulation, and living with intention. Discover practical tips on overcoming survival mode, building habits, and living mindfully. From spontaneous adventures to practical tips on rest, nutrition, and mindset, this conversation empowers listeners to live authentically and purposefully.

In this episode, Michelle Romanaskas shares her inspiring journey from nursing to founding Trybe Boutique Fitness, emphasizing fitness, holistic health, nutrition, and mental well-being. Discover practical tips on balancing fitness, managing trauma, and creating a supportive community.

Cary Fetman knows love. In fact he has helped almost fifty contestants fall in love in his twenty-four years being the stylist for the Bachelor/ Bachelorette franchise. In this episode we discuss the most recent Bachelorette Taylor Frankie Paul, her style, and all the behind-the-scenes antics on the show. We also discuss Cary's career beginnings in Chicago, dressing a little known news anchor...

In this fabulous episode of the Meeting Maggie podcast, host Maggie McGregor interviews the dynamic Katie Gilmartin, a talented clothier with a rich background in costume design. She dresses the "Who's Who" of Northeastern Pennsylvania. Katie not only designs and creates everything from pajamas to evening gowns, she also has men's accessories and home decor at her store Nada &amp...

It was a riotous day in the historic Connell Building the day we recorded! Tune in as we chat with Megan Alpert, principal and founder at Joy World Wealth Partners in Scranton, PA. We cover the five pillars of wealth, the meaning of true abundance, and our favorite mocktails!

Tara Atkins is one cool cat. Not only does she have a beautiful boutique in Clarks Summit, PA, she has funky taste and an outlook on dressing-up that these days is one in a million. We loved having Tara on the podcast! It was truly a pleasure. Give it a listen.

TIm Holmes has had an illustrious career and he hasn't peaked yet. We talk about some epic times in the Electric City, from events he created, to his position as director of the newspaper with the same name, to his current role at the Everhart Museum, where he currently is drawing national attention to the museum with his brainchild "The Office Exhibition." You don't want to miss...

Peter Bohlin has mastered his craft. The "starchitect" has done big name gigs such as Bill Gates' and Steves Jobs' homes and the famous all glass design of the Apple Store. But it's in the more intimate jobs he's pursued that I, personally, saw so much meaning. In the renovation of his own home with wife Sally Edwards Bohlin he saved pillars from the original structure, o...

I am thrilled to introduce to you my sister, my rock, my person, Vivi. Join us for a casual conversation about all of our favorite things: lattes, laughs, and loungewear. And I'd be remiss if I didn't mention her dedication to her job and the healthcare industry. Take a listen to this episode dedicated to my fabulous sister for her birthday month.

For the second time, Congressman Joe Kennedy III joins Maggie for some great conversation on when the mental health stigma will change and what he's doing next.

Former New York Times magazine food editor and Food 52 co-founder Amanda Hesser chats with Maggie about Amanda's incredible career and, of course, Maggie's favorite cookbook by Amanda, "Cooking for Mr. Latte." We talk Amanda's next steps and all things lifestyle. Check it out!

Alexander's Salon & Spa manager and hair stylist Gabbie McNeill chats with Maggie about her deep love of her workplace and industry. We also hear about her little loves: her cats; and her newfound love of antiquing. Give it a listen for more about Gabbie's fascinating life!

Actor Andy Buckley from TV show "The Office" fame goes deep about his love for Scranton and acting. He and Maggie discuss the antics behind the scenes of the hit show "The Office."

Mayor Paige and Maggie discuss everything from Starbucks orders to mental health awareness to Paige’s political beginnings.

Samantha Sage from Betches Media comes on to discuss politics, coffee reviews, and what it's like to be a boss.

Gia Mazur Merwine, formerly of beauty column for the Scranton Times-Tribune “Hey, Beautiful,” joins us for a chat about love, life, and career as we literally dump our makeup bags.

Maggie had the exclusive opportunity to sit down with the Gov. and Lieut. Gov. during Mental Health Awareness Month.

Maggie had the exclusive opportunity to chat with the Governor directly after he launched his Great American Getaway project.

Maggie has a long conversation with costume designer Marion Boyce, who recently dressed Liam Hemsworth and Kate Winslet in the film The Dressmaker.

Maggie and Cary have a LONG talk about The Bachelor franchise and true love.

Congresswoman and Squad member Rashida Tlaib lets Maggie know her impeachment hearings' Starbucks order.

Maggie chats with Joe about everything but fashion!

Maggie checks in with Adam Rippon about fashion, ferocity, and more.