Eric Chase

...for Diddy that is. MY Diddy, not that one. I'm not as distraught as you might think however, For now. Techledo! I went to buy one of my collectibles and while I was expecting a jump in price, I didn't expect it go from $25 to 30. That's 20% and I don't think it's the greed some might say it is. It's tariffs stupid. Oh, I remember! The tired-of-the-economy voters MAY be reaching a point of true regret for their November vote.  Reading words of a local judge speaking of last week's tragedy I was reminded of another local Judger, Lindsey Navarre, whom was on the pod several years ago. I think. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is Sophia Perricone's second visit to the podcast - her first in studio. Her first visit was as she was departing NBC24, which was her first gig; which to me was dumbfounding because of her grace, poise and talent. Then headed out to Vegas, then back to NYC, where she went to school, and then she wound up back here...at WTOL. Sophia is dripping with positivity for her work, her friends, her engagement and about all things Toledo.  She's possibly the Number 1 Fan of this restaurant, but she says check out this new one.  Why you should watch or follow local news in non-tragic times. And much more!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I know we have a lot of them - mocktail culture has quite a foe against our area - but it's the first ever beerfest at the GCMP. Madison Fourier from Poco Piatti is on to preview something I hope to see you at tomorrow night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's a but. The but is that it's for kids who are enduring a cancer battle or loss involving a parent. We had my frenemy (let's resurrect that late 00s word) Jenna Ellis on last to talk about her loss and her kids attending Camp Kesem, but she's back with more info and a guest of her own.. First, how to watch Guardians games!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There was some confusion. I thought I was asked to be further involved in the first ever Revitalized Behavioral Healthcare mental health gala. That's OK. This was a fantastic half hour getting to know Samantha and Tiffany and this effort they're SO incredibly passionate about. You know we often talk mental health but I always relish the opportunity to do so when it comes to the issue in Black and POC communities. The feelings are the same, but the causes can be SO different.  First, Will Smith is a deserter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No one has asked to be on this podcast more than Alex (Alex #2) Huffaker. Part time TARTA employee, full time aspiring mega-influencer. I told him he would be welcome if he gave me 5 solid minutes extolling the repute of TARTA. I got about 25 out of him, so mission accomplished.  First, I'll pass on Deadpool jerseys and let enjoy their extravagant coffee orders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Director and dancer extraordinaire Dom Glover returns as he has a production of Memphis happening at the Rep in June. To be blunt, (AND GOOD THING I DON'T GET FEDERAL FUNDING, F THEM) Dom is on the hunt for Black performers...and then hopefully a Black audience. I asked around and we don't have any organized community of Black performers who are seeking to hit a stage. BUT those individuals may be out there, and Dom wants them! Let's add Black excellence to our already bright and thriving performing arts community.  First, a teacher followed a student home over homework and this... Dom's IG Dom's Facebook Memphis auditions Memphis ticketsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of those may describe me. First, another episode with some audio issues. Did my best to make this as listenable as possible. And this REALLY is worth the time. We hit the nerd stuff surprisingly hard, as I've gotten often-guest Kimberly Newman from the Victory Center into Daredevil, and SHE brought an outstanding guest, Ops Mgr from Ragazza in Perrysburg Taylor Fuller, to talk about Cheap & Chic. She and her team have gathered up a bunch of local boutiques to sell inventory at a downtown spot this Saturday only. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friends from the Lucas County Board Of Developmental Disabilities have been by several times. This is the debut appearance of the crew from the Wood County Board Of Developmental Disabilities. Sarah and Charese have a ton going on with what they do, especially on April 11th.  They had some extra time after business was done to talk theater, busy mom life and the Backstreet BoysSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Someone who remembers (questionable) 80s music may hear in their head what I was thinking when I typed out that title. ANYWAY. First time visitor, Dawn Bentley who has deep ties to the Anthony Wayne School District, is here to share a fantastic project they're firing up next school year, but first we'll hear about her enterprise and a wonderfully helpful and educational training video she's created about accessibility and inclusive. First, first, don't try to recreate past viral moments, especially when those were lightning strikes of authenticity. And Ross is open!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lady Rockets have one MAC tournament win in the bag, they need two more. Let's talk about those possibilities, and beyond, and also look back at the career of one of the program's greatest players with my friend, and their broadcaster Jim Heller.  Before that, it was very peaceful in Maumee last night!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I'm (STILL) the happiest person not associated with BGSU about Eddie George. So that, disappointment in a Brown and them acquiring a Super Bowl winning QB, but then, it's roundabout class time again kids! Sorry, seniors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An old segment comes back for the first time in a long time, but first, what a fantastic hire by BGSU.  Just HOW disoriented are you!? It's not a minivan, it's a Minnie Van. Macroeconomic thoughts by a microeconomic mind. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I said something shitty about Opal passing. It was completely thoughtless, but I took it down and want to apologize. Then I want discuss the elephant in the room about her behavior. First, that was way funnier than I expected, and something happened in my chest thanks to a female!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of them is running for an at large spot on Toledo city council. The other will NEVER do such a thing.  Erin Kramer would like your vote in the upcoming election. Let's get to know her!  The first 20 minutes is fairly standard stuff, but then we get a bit fiery (not at one another) about national politics, unions, why I sound like someone on the other side, and self checkouts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I get him once a year, though I could probably ask for - I think he likes visiting, so MANY questions for UT's no longer new AD, Bryan Blair. Why women's varisty rowing? All these wonderful coaches he's hiring His dream Glass City Live artist. How can UT football remain vibrant...and even alive!? Just how Toledo he's become.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Not in the way you may think... We're putting cameras in the studio to stream the podcast and put it on YouTube. So some settings on our equipment were tweaked, and today's episodes sounds like I'm 10 feet from the mic. I'm SO sorry to you - I had a TON in the monologue today - and my guests, another crew from Acoustics for Autism.  I did my very best to make this listenable. If you don't make it through 120 seconds, I completely understand. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been quite a while since we've had a guest on from the Toledo Lucas County Public Library. We won't catch up on years of things we may have missed; we'll just start back in January, and move through a very busy year of ways to access, visit and participate in TLCPL happenings, including Romance Con! First, you shouldn't be surprised it's all country, and let me change UNLIKELY to VERY POSSIBLE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good timing to have the new mayor of Sylvania on as just last week, the city released the vision and details for the downtown retrofit, as Mark Frye is calling it.  The former council President, and now mayor after long time leader Craig Stough stepped down, also talk about the 23/Monroe interchange rebuild - which involves bats - turning lights out in rooms you're not in and why in the world there's so little drama in Sylvania compared to the other 3 big area municipalities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A visit from Joe and Kendall Linnenkugel to get you out for Battle of the Badges, a charity hockey game before TFRD and TPD on March 8th before the Walleye game.  TFRD is trying to disrupt TPD dominance on the ice, and meanwhile you'll be able to see a locker of Kendall's created for Imagination Station's new main exhibit called HOCKEY: Faster Than Ever.  Kendall on what she's seen from the Walleye this season, and why this year's playoff run could be different. And Joe's expertise on area fire station employment practices as volunteer forces continue to become a relic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.