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On Thursday's program, we had two special guests joining us.  First, we talked to Donika Gunther, Transformational Coach and Motivational Speaker. She shared some tips for reducing stress and anxiety, particularly for parents who are trying to balance their careers while also homeschooling their kids.  Next, Joel interviewed Dr. Adrienne Dixon, the newly appointed President and CEO of Sarah Reed Children’s Center. It’s a focus on children, education, and balancing it all on the Joel Natalie Show.

On the Joel Natalie Show, we are continually focused on the news and issues that relate directly to the people of Erie. How is the travel industry doing during amid encouragement to stay at home to avoid Covid-19?  We talked to Derek Martin, Executive Director of the Erie International Airport, as well as Lisa Cappabianca, co-owner of Cappabianca Travel, to find out how the travel industry is coping.

Thursday, two representatives in support of President Trump made appearance in Erie, and both of them joined Joel on this episode. Secretary of Energy Dan Brouillette spoke with Joel about the importance of the President's energy policy in Western Pennsylvania. Then Scott Presler, activist and Trump supporter called in before an appearance at the Republican Headquarters in Erie.  Finally, County Councilman Brian Shank spoke about his organization of The Trump Train event that crossed the county.

October is traditionally known as Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Joel invited two guests to illuminate this issue and share their stories. First, Heather Stempka who is a breast cancer survivor and founder of Linked By Pink, shared about her journey and how she helps patients navigate their illness through cancer wellness and support programs at AHN. Then Tina Caldwell of the American Cancer Society, spoke of how the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer initiative unites communities to honor those touched by the disease, and how ACS raises awareness of and funds for a world without breast cancer.

On Tuesday, Joel had a one-on-one conversation with Erie County Executive Kathy Dahlkemper.  The extensive discussion focused on the budget, the upcoming election, the Community College, and of course, the latest on the Covid-19 pandemic and how it’s affecting the people and businesses in Erie.

The second Monday in October is recognized as Columbus Day. Joel talked to local leader Ron DiVecchio about the significance of Columbus Day for Italian Americans and the community in the west side of Erie known as Little Italy. Following Ron's call-in, Joel's brother Pete Natalie shared his memories of growing up in Little Italy, as well as TalkErie regular Stephanie Lindenberger provided some of her historical perspectives.