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Send us Fan Mail We’re excited to kick off a brand-new season with a very special guest: Mike McBride , former longtime executive director of Youngstown Area Goodwill Industries . In this premiere episode, host Michael Bosela sits down with Mike for a heartfelt and nostalgic conversation. They talk about the earlier days of Goodwill, the organization’s evolution over the decades and the meaningful...

Send us Fan Mail For our 27th episode, host Michael Bosela wraps up the season with a powerful conversation featuring Roxann Sebest , Vice President of the United Way of Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley . Tune in as Roxann shares how United Way is meeting the needs of families, building stronger neighborhoods, and creating lasting impact across the Valley — all through the power of community col...

Send us Fan Mail For Episode 26 , host Michael Bosela sits down with Branon Williams , marketing consultant for Loud 102.3 Youngstown . Loud 102.3 is Youngstown’s rhythmic contemporary radio station — broadcasting at 102.3 FM — and it’s making waves by bringing back a format the city hadn’t heard in nearly 20 years. Branon shares the story behind Loud 102.3, its role in the community, and how the...

Send us Fan Mail We’re nearing the end of Season 1 — just two episodes to go after this one — and we’re proud to bring you another meaningful conversation on the Good Community Podcast . This time around, host Michael Bosela sits down with Maria Spencer , Director of Early Care and Education Services at the Early Childhood Resource Center . Founded in 2000 with support from the Sisters of Charity...

Send us Fan Mail Host Michael Bosela sits down with Lynnette Forde , President of the Youngstown Foundation — the largest and oldest grant-making foundation in the Mahoning Valley and one of the largest in Ohio. Tune in to learn more about the Foundation’s incredible impact across our region, its long-standing support of Goodwill and how it continues to strengthen the community through strategic g...

Send us Fan Mail In continued recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month , host Michael Bosela welcomes Catherine Blankenship and Stacia Erdos from Coleman Health Services — an organization whose mission is to Foster Recovery, Build Independence, and Change Destinies . Tune in for an inspiring conversation about breaking down mental health stigma, increasing access to care, and how Coleman is he...

Send us Fan Mail In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month , host Michael Bosela speaks with Dr. Sherri Harper Woods and Troy Woods , founders of Mind, Body, & Soul Asset Development Center . Since 2006, this nonprofit — known as MiBoSo — has been dedicated to serving vulnerable and under-resourced communities by providing holistic wellness services that support the mind, body, and soul . 💚 T...

Send us Fan Mail Michael Bosela sits down with Jelisa Dallas , CEO of Go Brave — a movement born from a deeply personal journey that now inspires others to live boldly and with purpose. Since launching in November 2020, Go Brave has grown into a powerful platform that empowers individuals to overcome fear, embrace growth and lead with courage. Jelisa shares her story, her mission and how bravery c...

Send us Fan Mail For the 20th episode, host Michael Bosela welcomes Terri Peterman, director of special projects for Jobs for Ohio’s Graduates (JOG) — an organization changing the game for young people across the state. JOG works with youth who are at risk of dropping out or have already done so, helping them finish school and transition into employment that offers a livable wage or further job tr...

Send us Fan Mail For the 19th episode, host Michael Bosela sits down with Prince Garuba, executive director of the Ohio Association of Goodwill Industries . Prince shares his journey to landing the role at such a young age, gives insight into statewide plans and goals for Goodwill, and lets us get to know him a bit personally, too. From workforce development to community outreach, Prince offers a...

Send us Fan Mail This week, host Michael Bosela sits down with Lola Simmons, Executive Director of Home For Good — a Re-Entry Resource Referral Center providing hands-on support before and after incarceration. 🤝🔗 They dive into the vital work of helping individuals transition back into the community and discuss why April’s Second Chance Month matters more than ever. ⏳🔁 #SecondChances Listen no...

Send us Fan Mail This might just be our most important episode yet. Ron Selak and Brenda Linert from the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber join Carol Holmes-Chambers , Goodwill’s Community Solutions Director, to share an update on the Community Needs Assessment for the Mahoning Valley. They dive into key findings, what they mean for the future of our region and how organizations, businesses and i...

Send us Fan Mail In honor of National Autism Acceptance Month, this week’s episode features Jake Ellis , Community Engagement and Event Coordinator at The Rich Center for Autism. Host Michael Bosela sits down with Jake to talk about the center’s impactful work, his role in building connections and how the community can support autism awareness and acceptance year-round. Tune in for an insightful a...

Send us Fan Mail Our latest Good Community Podcast episode (15th of Season 1) features Casey Krell, president of the Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley. Casey sits down with Michael Bosela to talk about: 💡 Her role leading the foundation 🏡 Her personal journey 🌍 The foundation’s impact on the Mahoning Valley The work doesn’t stop, and neither do the inspiring stories — listen now! 🎧 #...

Send us Fan Mail For our final Women’s History Month episode, Michael Bosela sits down with Jennifer Roller, president of The Wean Foundation. Jennifer shares:  🌟 The foundation’s mission to advance community building in underresourced areas of Warren & Youngstown 🌟 The impact of grantmaking, capacity building & partnerships in the Mahoning Valley 🌟 Her time as a Youngstown Radio Readin...

Send us Fan Mail We continue our Women’s History Month series with another inspiring guest! This week, Michael Bosela sits down with Trisha Mossor from AIM Transportation Solutions. 🚛✨ Trisha shares: 🔹 The incredible 30-year partnership between AIM and Goodwill 🔹 Her journey to becoming a Goodwill board member this year 🔹 Her passion for making a difference in the community Don’t miss this co...

Send us Fan Mail Our Women’s History Month series continues with another inspiring guest! This week, Michael Bosela sits down with Leah Sakacs , Executive Director of Sight for All United . 👓💙 Tune in as they discuss: 🔹 The mission of Sight for All United 🔹 How they’re making vision care accessible for those in need 🔹 Leah’s journey as a leader in the community Don’t miss this episode — strea...

Send us Fan Mail March is all about inspiring women, and we’re kicking off our special Women’s History Month series with Aspasia Lyras-Bernacki from Penguin City Brewery ! 🍺✨ She sits down with host Michael Bosela to talk about: ✅ Her journey in the brewing industry ✅ The impact of Penguin City Brewery in the community ✅ Their 2024 holiday partnership with Goodwill … and so much more! Tune in...

Send us Fan Mail For our 10th episode of the Good Community Podcast, host Michael Bosela sits down with Paige Fortner from the Senior Support Action Group (SSAG) . SSAG has grown into a powerful coalition of community partners dedicated to improving the health, well-being and independence of low-income, homebound seniors and disabled individuals across Mahoning, Trumbull, Columbiana and Jefferson...

Send us Fan Mail This time around, host Michael Bosela sits down with the incredible Kathy Gerberry — a true pillar of our community! 💙 What hasn’t she done? Kathy is a longtime Goodwill volunteer , a dedicated board member and a passionate advocate for making a difference. She shares her love for Goodwill, her volunteer contributions and the lasting impact of her late sister. ❤️ Get inspired by...

Send us Fan Mail On this edition of Good Community Podcast, host Michael Bosela welcomes Jordan Taylor, Vice President of HWS Baseball, as he kicks off his 25th season with the Mahoning Valley Scrappers!  Tune in for an inside look at his journey in baseball, the evolution of the Scrappers and what’s ahead for the team. Whether you’re a baseball fan or love a great career story, this episode is a...

Send us Fan Mail This week, host Michael Bosela sits down with Vince Bevacqua, owner of Family Tech Connect — a company dedicated to helping seniors and others with limited tech knowledge navigate the digital world.  They discuss Vince’s journey, from his impactful work with Family Tech Connect to his days as a broadcaster in Youngstown — and everything in between! Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, host Michael Bosela sits down with former state representative Ron Gerberry to explore his inspiring journey of service. As a longtime Goodwill volunteer and board member, Ron shares stories about his impactful work with Goodwill and the Youngstown Radio Reading Service. The conversation also takes a nostalgic turn as Ron reflects on his days in politics, offering...

Send us Fan Mail Host Michael Bosela interviews Ken Bielecki, the Executive Director for Jewish Family & Community Services, which was created by the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation to meet the social service needs of the community.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Host Michael Bosela interviews Carol Holmes-Chambers, the new Community Solutions Director at Youngstown Area Goodwill Industries. Carol discusses her new role, what it means to be community minded and a little about herself. Support the show