POP! Talks

Jackie and Marissa are back talking about some local shows, and why this new tread needs to GO (Stopmaxxing!)  Wanna be on the show? Send us a message!

Jackie talks to cast members Cullen Appleton (Antony) and William Penvose (Tobias) about the Reitz Theater's upcoming production of Sweeney Todd. The talk about the plot of the show, what their biggest challenge is, why they think community theater is important, and more.  Performances will be held July 10th-11th and 16th-18th at 7pm and July 12th at 2pm Wanna be on the show? Send us a messag...

Jackie and Marissa are back in this weeks episode of POP! Talks! Why did Elmo get cancelled online and what are the details of Jelly Rolls and Bunnie XO's Divorce? Jackie and Marissa will have the details! Wanna be on the show? Send us a message!

Jackie had the pleasure of interviewing Matt and Brandon from the band Die Tired! They are an alternative rock/pop punk band in Reading, PA. They talked about the band's music, what their writing process looks like, the story behind their band name, and more!  Wanna be on the show? Send us a message!

Marissa and Jackie are back with another episode! They discuss where to see local dazzling fireworks, and cover an explosive story about a firework truck going off on the highway! They also talk about the drama popping off on Love Island. Don't miss this weeks episode of Pop! Talks. It is going to be Dynamite! BOOM! Wanna be on the show? Send us a message!

Jackie talks to cast members Wendy Cline (Norma) and Nate Horner (Joe) from the upcoming production of Sunset BLVD at the Clearfield Arts Studio Theater! They talk about the plot of the show, the cinematography element included in their production, why theater is important in our community, and how you can get involved at CAST.  Performances will be held June 19-20 & 25-27 at 7:30pm, June 21 a...

Marissa and Jackie are back with another episode! They discuss why some Gen Zers don't like carbonated drinks anymore, updates about the show Off Campus, how they want to get serious about their goals, and more.  Wanna be on the show? Send us a message!

Jackie and Marissa are back with a new episode! This week they discuss what this obsession with protein is, are you a little treat after dinner kind of person, and the new series On Campus. Wanna be on the show? Send us a message!

POP! Talks is back with a new format! Whenever we don't have guests on the show, Jackie and Marissa will talk about some local tea, what's trending and will give you something top ponder. This week, they discussed the Penn State DuBois campus closure and who might be buying it out, a moral dilemma going viral, the power your mind has over your own positivity, and much more! Wanna be on t...

POP! Talks is back with a new format! Whenever we don't have a guest on the show, Jackie and Marissa will talk about local tea, what's trending, and something to ponder. This week, they discuss improv, why AI seems to love goblins, the people possibly buying spirit airlines, and much more.  Wanna be on the show? Send us a message!

In this episode of POP! Talks, Jackie talked to local artist Greg Long! They talked about his latest album Ain't No Rain, the value of blues and Americana music, why local music is important in our community and more.  Find his music and info at https://gelongband.com/ Wanna be on the show? Send us a message!

POP Radio has a new afternoon DJ - Marissa!!! In this episode, Jackie and Marissa talk about New Jersey stereotypes, weightlifting, musical theater, rats, and more. Make sure to listen to Marissa weekdays from 3-7pm on POP Radio 92.7, 93.1, and 95.9!  Wanna be on the show? Send us a message!

In this episode, Jackie talked to cast members Shannon Gibson and Bailey Perry about the upcoming production of The Guy Who Didn't Like Musicals at the Reitz Theater in DuBois. They talked about the show, why theater is important in our community, and more.  Performances will be held April 17th and 18th at 7pm, April 19th at 2pm, and April 23-25 all at 7pm. Wanna be on the show? Send us a mes...

March is Trisomy Awareness Month! Jackie's sister, Faith, has trisomy 18. In this episode, Jackie talks to her stepmom, Brandi Spicher, about Trisomy Awareness Month, Faith's story with trisomy 18, and more.  Wanna be on the show? Send us a message!

On this episode, Jackie talked to Ian Jay who will be portraying Jimmy Winter in the upcoming production of Nice Work If You Can Get It at the DuBois Area High School. They talked about the show, the character Jimmy Winter, why theater is important at DAHS and more.  The show will be March 26th - 28th at 7pm in the DuBois Area High School Auditorium.  Wanna be on the show? Send us a message!

Today on POP Talks, Alec is joined by Nate, Luca, and Phoenix who are all preparing for their first bout in the ring on March 7th! The boxers all dive into how they prepare, what they eat, and who the greatest boxers of all time are! Make sure you visit the WPAL DuBois Facebook page to get more information on getting your tickets to come see Nate, Luca, and Phoenix in the ring at the DuBois Countr...

Jacquelyn got the chance to talk to Shannon Gibson, director of the Reitz Theater's first production of the year, Pride and Prejudice. They discussed the upcoming production, how shows are picked at the theater, how people can get involved at the Reitz Theater in DuBois, and more.  Pride and Prejudice will be performed on Feb. 13th-15th and Feb. 19th-21st at the Reitz Theater in DuBois.  Wann...

In this episode, Jackie talks to student director Paityn Bentley and actress Kyrstin Byrd from the DAHS' production of 8 Minutes Left on Jan. 22nd-24th all at 7p.m. at the DAHS auditorium. They talk about their upcoming production, what they like about the theater department, and why theater is important at DAHS.  Wanna be on the show? Send us a message!

Today on POP! Talks, Alec is joined by Head Coach Myles Caragein to discuss the 2025 Bison Football Season! They talk about a few of the games and how the results help shape the team and develop the players into better athletes and better men! Plus Myles gives some insight into the potential Quarterback Battle that will be happening for the Bison heading into next season! Make sure you are followi...

In the newest Episode of POP! Talks, Alec is joined by the Head Coach of you DuBois Beavers TJ Wingard once again to discuss the 2025 football season! Coach Wingard weighs in on his thoughts through the season and the difficulty that comes with playing against the Hollidaysburg Golden Tigers and Punxsutawney Chucks. A great season was lead by incredible athletes as well with Trey Wingard, Jaxson H...

Jackie once again is talking with some members from the DAHS BEST Robotics Team! She talks to Aiden Via (Head of Marketing) and Derrick Weber (Build Team Leader) about their previous competition, their upcoming competition in December, their next fundraising event, and more!  Wanna be on the show? Send us a message!

Today on POP! Talks, Alec is joined by the head coach of the DAHS Swim Team, Mr. Mike Gressler! The two discuss a lot about how swimming works as a sport and how Coach Gressler manages and motivates his team! What goes into training to be a competitive swimmer? How do you decide who swims first in a relay? How much does a tenth of a second actually matter? Those questions and more are discussed in...

On this episode of POP! Talks, Jackie talks to Aiden Via, Aubree Evans, and Marissa Gilga from the DAHS BEST Robotics team! They discussed what BEST Robotics is, what they like about BEST Robotics, their upcoming competition, and more!  Wanna be on the show? Send us a message!

In this episode of POP! Talks, Alec is joined by two of his teammates from the Iron City Forge, Mike Keller and Team Captain Ryan Dickson! The Forge play in the American Premier Hockey League (APHL) and Alec signed on to join the team this past summer! Alec, Mike, & Ryan talk about their time playing youth hockey, transitioning from youth to college/junior hockey, and now playing in the APHL!...

In this episode of POP! Talks, Jackie talks to the drum majors from the Clearfield Area High School Marching Band - Madilyn Johnston and Riley Robison. They discuss their marching band show for this year, what they like about the band, why music programs are important in schools, and more!  Fun fact: Jackie was a drum major for the DuBois Area High School Marching Band during the 2018-2019 season!...