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Podcast host Kathleen Johnson connects with the ADAMHS Board and Empower Tusc to discuss dispelling myths about suicide, recognizing its warning signs, and exploring the resources offered by Man Therapy. www.tuscymca.org

Join podcast host Kathleen Johnson as she delves into the inspiring journey of Pastor Lloyd Gooden, a prominent figure on the Top 101 YMCA Users List. Discover the motivations and habits that drive him to visit the Y daily and maintain a healthy lifestyle. www.tuscymca.org

Podcast host Kathleen Johnson brings back Aquatics Director Stacy Harlan to dual department to department with Health and Wellness Director Ryan Hursey to find out who's got more going on. You will hear what it takes to be a Lifeguard and why you should work for the Y in Fitness, regardless of whether on land or in the water. There is also a knowledge showdown at the end. These three Y Direct...

Host Kathleen Johnson, YMCA Marketing Director interviews new Health and Wellness Director Ryan Hursey and finds out what’s new for 2024 Fitness at the Y. You will learn about Ryan’s vast career at the Y and what great new projects he is heading up-including the new Functional Fitness Room. Ryan’s fun personality, Y spirit and energy will inspire you to get moving and sign up for one of the Y...

Host Kathleen Johnson rings the school bell and takes a trip back to school with Child Care Director Sarah Dickson and Lead YMCA Preschool Teachers Elizabeth Sickinger and Grace Furniss. The teachers talk through a day in the life of a preschooler and give their vision for this coming year’s creative fun. Plus the 10 question speed round gives you some fun insight about each of these teacher’s per...

Host Kathleen Johnson and guest Jenny Dallas, YMCA Executive Assistant talk golf, running and the YMCA. This duo finds humor in what they do and don’t know about golf and share the highlights to the upcoming YMCA Jack Marsh Golf Outing. This annual event is it’s 22nd year and has tons of fun in store, including the Orange Ball Game. Listen all the way to the end for details about the Annual Turkey...

YMCA Host Kathleen Johnson and guests Jeff Bray, Tess Anderson, and Estela Mejia-Sica talk about the connection, collaboration and communication with the Hispanic and Latino communities. Their passion and commitment for bringing our communities closer together has helped the Y make great strides to invite and unite people of all cultures to feel at home at the Y. You will be inspire and motiv...

Podcast Host Kathleen Johnson invites Kiwanis Representative Brenda Cameron and YMCA CEO Meagan Shaheen to give the details on the new playground being installed at the YMCA. The three discuss the history and invention of the playground, the impact playgrounds play in youth development, and why the Kiwanis Club decided to install playgrounds in the community. You will be inspired by Brenda’s dedic...

Podcast host Kathleen Johnson and guest Sheila Moore discuss why it is so important to live life joyfully and keep moving. Sheila’s outgoing personality and positive outlook inspire many visitors and members at the Tuscarawas County YMCA. She can often be found in the Y lobby sharing a friendly smile and conversation with old and new friends. Her Y story will inspire you to choose joy in your ever...

Host Kathleen Johnson interviews Tuscarawas County YMCA CEO Meagan Shaheen and YMCA Executive Assistant Jenny Dallas about the YMCA Annual Campaign and special events that make it a success. This year’s goal is $92,000 and the Y leaders and board members are seeking donors to help make it happen. Every dollar remains in the county to help those in need of YMCA membership and services become YMCA m...

Host Kathleen Johnson interviews new YMCA CEO Meagan Shaheen about her new position at the Tuscarawas County YMCA. Meagan shares her Y story from youth sports as a young athlete to getting her first part time job at the Y. The passion she has for the Y is evident as you learn about the impact the Y had on her early in life and in her career. Plus her fun spirit is challenged at the end of the epis...

Host Kathleen Johnson and guest Keith Lands Interim CEO of the Tuscarawas County YMCA banter back and forth about the term “24/7” and what that means in the search and job responsibilities of a CEO and the upcoming change for Fitness at the Y. New beginnings, old challenges, future insight and what’s brand new for the Y will be shared, along with the 10 speed round questions for Keith to share his...

This 18th episode of our podcast highlights the amazing journey of gymnastics at the Tuscarawas County YMCA. Fun photos, memories, and future goals of the program are shared by Nancy Smith, long-time Y Member, Coach and Gymnastics Coordinator and Rachel Cummings , YMCA Gymnastics Team Head Coach. These ladies share their heart and soul not only about gymnastics but about life and finding your...

Host Kathleen Johnson, Membership and Marketing Director of the Tuscarawas County YMCA and co-host Jade Boffo, YMCA Childcare Director present fun facts and memories of Summer Camp and Healthy Kids Day with guest Rick Basnett from Camp Tippecanoe. Find out why every kid should have an opportunity to go to camp and Y an octopus is better than an elephant for a rock band. This an more wisdom and wit...

Dueling podcast hosts Jason Eick YMCA Health and Wellness Director and Kathleen Johnson Membership and Marketing Director give you the run down on this year’s YMCA Turkey Trot 5K and gobble of other fun facts to make this Thanksgiving a year to remember. You not only learn the when and where’s but also just how much Jason really knows about the trot traditions and his favorite bird.

Host Kathleen Johnson and special guest Pastor John Wallace of First Moravian Church in Dover discuss peace and the importance of seeking it in all you do. The church mission statement and goal of his church is to lead the congregation’s attitude in the simple mission statement of LOVE. L – Lead all people to Jesus Christ. O – Obey God’s commands V – Value and nurture spiritual growth. E – Encoura...

This Back to School episode features host Kathleen Johnson and guest Jade Boffo, Child Care Director for the Tuscarawas County YMCA. Jade gives us insight on all the programs being offered this school year for our community students and why "Kids our the Y's favorite subject". Financial assistance and scholarship information is provided plus a snapshot of the day for a preschooler. Jade brings the...

How a healthy active lifestyle over the years can greatly enhance quality of life, immune health and recovery from injury.

How do you come back from, train around and ultimately try and prevent injuries that can derail our health and wellness goals?

A discussion about what it takes to live a life encouraging others and why it is so important to start that conversation at home. Host Kathleen Johnson and guests Betty Wherley and Y Swim Coach Brenda Wherley have a great conversation about their Y stories, family, and sharing the joy of doing what you love to encourage others. They prove that social ties and healthy living make a great impact and...

Emerging from Isolation can be difficult. Host Kathleen Johnson and Pastor Jason Stephens from The Church at Carters Orchard have great conversation about how to step outside of isolation and back into a life in community with others. The Y and the Church, now worshiping at the Y, share their similar missions and hopes for the future of the Tuscarawas County.

Our YMCA Personal Training team and “first time” host of the podcast but “long time” guest, Jason Eick, help our listeners reach their potential. Jason, leader of the YMCA Health and Wellness Department, welcomes back to the podcast Personal Trainer Shana Angel and new guest YMCA Personal Trainer Omar Garcia. The three banter back and forth showing the uniqueness of our staff and their passion for...

Y employees are united for a great cause. If you want more than just a job—if you’re looking to discover a sense of purpose and opportunities to contribute to the greater good—then the Y is the place for you. Hosts Kathleen Johnson and Jason Eick run down the list of job opportunities that create the structure of the Y. Employees and volunteers work relentlessly to strength communities. Learn more...

Where do you go when you have become stuck in a rut? YMCA Podcast Host Kathleen Johnson and Guest Speaker Jason Eick, Health and Wellness Director of the Tuscarawas County YMCA discuss outcomes from an American study regarding stress levels as a result from the pandemic. They come up with some ideas to RELOAD your routine with healthy habit forming activities that get you out of your rut. It’s not...

Host Kathleen Johnson visits with YMCA Health and Wellness Director and Personal Trainer Jason Eick to talk about making personal training and self-care your tools for a Healthy Revolution in your life. Plus hear about the new Y Virtual Perk for YMCA Members.