Lancaster Connects

Jeff Giagnocavo, Ben McClure
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Lancaster Connects brings together local charities, local heroes, and local businesses to showcase the best of what Lancaster, PA has to offer so that in 2021 and beyond – our local neighbors and friends may thrive, be more productive, and live happily and generously. The Lancaster Connects Podcast is hosted weekly by Gardner's Mattress & More co-owners Ben McClure & Jeff Giagnocavo, and can be viewed on numerous streaming services as well as listed to on your favorite podcast platforms.

  1. From Ideas to Impact: Funding Innovation in Manheim Township Featuring Becky Doumaux - Episode 239

    2D AGO

    From Ideas to Impact: Funding Innovation in Manheim Township Featuring Becky Doumaux - Episode 239

    In this episode, we welcome Becky Doumaux, Executive Director of the Manheim Township Educational Foundation (MTEF), to discuss how community-driven support is transforming education. Becky shares the story behind MTEF’s founding in 1993 and how the organization has since awarded over $2 million in grants to enhance learning experiences for students across all grade levels and subject areas. We explore how innovative programs are funded, the impact of these initiatives in the classroom, and the vital role that businesses, foundations, educators, parents, and alumni play in making it all possible. Tune in to learn how collaboration and generosity can elevate education and create lasting opportunities for students. ???? Connect with Becky Doumaux:  ✅ Websites: https://mtef.net/  ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/manheim-township-educational-foundation/  ✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mt_ed_foundation  Thank you for watching Lancaster Connects! This is the show about small business and small charity success in Lancaster county - we showcase the battle on Main Street, big vs. small David vs Goliath, and bring you the best of what makes Lancaster so great.  ???? Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://StreamYard.CastAhead.net  ➡️ Get your FREE copy of Ben McClure and Jeff Giagnocavo's book - "Sleep Better" https://gardnersmattressandmore.com/sleep-better LIVE SHOW PODCAST & REPLAYS:  ???? Connect with Lancaster Connects: ✅ Official: https://lancasterconnects.com/  ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LancasterConnects  ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lancaster-connects ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LancasterConnects Lancaster Connects is produced by Chris Stone at Cast Ahead:  https://CastAhead.net

    59 min
  2. Creating Opportunities for Everyone with The Arc of Lancaster Featuring Abby Morris - Episode 238

    MAR 23

    Creating Opportunities for Everyone with The Arc of Lancaster Featuring Abby Morris - Episode 238

    In this episode, we’re joined by Abby Morris, Executive Director of The Arc Lancaster Lebanon, an organization dedicated to empowering people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and autism — alongside their families — to lead full and independent lives of their own choosing. Abby shares how The Arc works to ensure that individuals with disabilities are recognized for their equal worth and included as valued members of the community. We discuss the importance of challenging stigma, breaking down barriers to inclusion, and creating environments where people with IDD and autism can thrive. Abby also highlights the organization’s guiding values—being impartial, inclusive, and informed — and how those principles shape advocacy, support, and community engagement across Lancaster and Lebanon. ???? Connect with Abby Morris:  ✅ Websites: https://www.thearclancleb.org/  ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheArcOfLancasterCounty/  ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arc-lancaster-lebanon/  ✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/explore/locations/23799788715/the-arc-lancaster-lebanon-pa  Thank you for watching Lancaster Connects! This is the show about small business and small charity success in Lancaster county - we showcase the battle on Main Street, big vs. small David vs Goliath, and bring you the best of what makes Lancaster so great.  ???? Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://StreamYard.CastAhead.net  ➡️ Get your FREE copy of Ben McClure and Jeff Giagnocavo's book - "Sleep Better" https://gardnersmattressandmore.com/sleep-better LIVE SHOW PODCAST & REPLAYS:  ???? Connect with Lancaster Connects: ✅ Official: https://lancasterconnects.com/  ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LancasterConnects  ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lancaster-connects ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LancasterConnects Lancaster Connects is produced by Chris Stone at Cast Ahead:  https://CastAhead.net

    1h 5m
  3. Smart Mortgage Planning in Lancaster with Holly Lyle - Episode 237

    MAR 16

    Smart Mortgage Planning in Lancaster with Holly Lyle - Episode 237

    In this episode, we welcome Holly Lyle, a seasoned Loan Consultant at New American Funding with over 34 years of expertise in residential mortgage lending. Holly has dedicated her career to guiding clients through some of the most important and complex financial decisions of their lives — from first-time home purchases to refinancing during life transitions like divorce. With a signature educator-first approach, Holly breaks down the mortgage process into clear, understandable steps, empowering her clients with the knowledge and confidence they need to make informed decisions. Whether you’re navigating the housing market for the first time or facing unique financing challenges, Holly’s insight and experience make her an invaluable resource for anyone looking to demystify home financing. Tune in to learn practical strategies, expert tips, and the human side of mortgage lending that goes beyond numbers and interest rates.  ???? Connect with Holly Lyle:  ✅ Websites: https://www.newamericanfunding.com/mortgage-loans/hollylyle  ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hollylylemortgagebanker/  ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hollylylefimc/  ✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hollyrlyle/  Thank you for watching Lancaster Connects! This is the show about small business and small charity success in Lancaster county - we showcase the battle on Main Street, big vs. small David vs Goliath, and bring you the best of what makes Lancaster so great.  ???? Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://StreamYard.CastAhead.net  ➡️ Get your FREE copy of Ben McClure and Jeff Giagnocavo's book - "Sleep Better" https://gardnersmattressandmore.com/sleep-better LIVE SHOW PODCAST & REPLAYS:  ???? Connect with Lancaster Connects: ✅ Official: https://lancasterconnects.com/  ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LancasterConnects  ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lancaster-connects ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LancasterConnects Lancaster Connects is produced by Chris Stone at Cast Ahead:  https://CastAhead.net

    1h 14m
  4. Where Magic Meets Mission: Papa Tater & Steps to Success Featuring Tait Harbaugh (Papa Tater) & Michelle Harbaugh - Episode 236

    MAR 9

    Where Magic Meets Mission: Papa Tater & Steps to Success Featuring Tait Harbaugh (Papa Tater) & Michelle Harbaugh - Episode 236

    In this episode, we’re joined by Tait Harbaugh (Papa Tater) and Michelle Harbaugh, two leaders blending magic, laughter, and community impact. Tait, known as the “Boredom Banisher,” is a Lancaster County, PA–based comedy magician who combines dad jokes, high-energy audience interaction, and unforgettable sleight of hand to create shows that happen with the audience, not just for them through Papa Tater Magic. Michelle serves as Event Coordinator for Steps to Success Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to early childhood education and community growth. Together, they share how creativity, service, and a little bit of magic can transform both events—and lives. ???? Connect with Tait Harbaugh (Papa Tater) & Michelle Harbaugh:  ✅ Websites:  https://www.papatatermagic.com/  https://www.stepstosuccessinc.com/  ✅ Facebook (Event): https://www.facebook.com/events/1389731899451350/?rdid=7HGskTii0vWQK6iU&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F1CJ2cqrVUQ%2F#  Thank you for watching Lancaster Connects! This is the show about small business and small charity success in Lancaster county - we showcase the battle on Main Street, big vs. small David vs Goliath, and bring you the best of what makes Lancaster so great.  ???? Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://StreamYard.CastAhead.net  ➡️ Get your FREE copy of Ben McClure and Jeff Giagnocavo's book - "Sleep Better" https://gardnersmattressandmore.com/sleep-better LIVE SHOW PODCAST & REPLAYS:  ???? Connect with Lancaster Connects: ✅ Official: https://lancasterconnects.com/  ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LancasterConnects  ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lancaster-connects ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LancasterConnects Lancaster Connects is produced by Chris Stone at Cast Ahead:  https://CastAhead.net

    1h 8m
  5. Blueprint for a Cure: Turning a Diagnosis into a Movement Featuring Dan Murphy - Episode 235

    MAR 2

    Blueprint for a Cure: Turning a Diagnosis into a Movement Featuring Dan Murphy - Episode 235

    In this episode, Dan Murphy, Executive Director and Founder of Decker’s Blueprint, shares the deeply personal journey that began when his son Decker was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy in 2024. Faced with a devastating prognosis, Dan refused to accept “wait and see” as an option. Instead, he applied a builder’s mindset to the fight—launching Decker’s Blueprint to fund promising scientific research, accelerate access to treatments, and challenge the traditional pace of progress. Dan opens up about the urgency behind his mission, why he believes time is muscle, and how families, researchers, and advocates can work together to turn a once-fatal diagnosis into a manageable disease. This powerful conversation is a testament to resilience, action, and the relentless pursuit of hope in the face of impossible odds. ???? Connect with Dan Murphy:  ✅ Website: https://www.deckersblueprint.org/  ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deckers.blueprint/  ✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deckersblueprint/?hl=en  ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/decker-s-blueprint/  Thank you for watching Lancaster Connects! This is the show about small business and small charity success in Lancaster county - we showcase the battle on Main Street, big vs. small David vs Goliath, and bring you the best of what makes Lancaster so great.  ???? Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://StreamYard.CastAhead.net  ➡️ Get your FREE copy of Ben McClure and Jeff Giagnocavo's book - "Sleep Better" https://gardnersmattressandmore.com/sleep-better LIVE SHOW PODCAST & REPLAYS:  ???? Connect with Lancaster Connects: ✅ Official: https://lancasterconnects.com/  ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LancasterConnects  ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lancaster-connects ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LancasterConnects Lancaster Connects is produced by Chris Stone at Cast Ahead:  https://CastAhead.net  #LancasterCounty #LancasterPA #LancasterCountyPA #LancasterConnects #Community #RetailExperience

    59 min
  6. Mission Over Pitch: Gardner’s Role In Transforming Sleep In Lancaster - Episode 234

    FEB 23

    Mission Over Pitch: Gardner’s Role In Transforming Sleep In Lancaster - Episode 234

    In today’s episode, Ben McClure and Jeff Giagnocavo celebrate President’s Day with some fun and share what makes Gardner’s Mattress and More special. They talk about their commitment to better sleep and how their team always puts customers first, with no-pressure guidance and great savings on mattresses. You’ll hear about their unique offers, including a luxury travel voucher with select purchases, plus how every investment at Gardner’s helps give back to the Lancaster community. With plenty of upbeat stories and actionable tips, Ben McClure and Jeff Giagnocavo show how shopping for a mattress can be a positive experience. Tune in for good vibes, real advice, and a local business that truly cares! Thank you for watching Lancaster Connects! This is the show about small business and small charity success in Lancaster county - we showcase the battle on Main Street, big vs. small David vs Goliath, and bring you the best of what makes Lancaster so great.  ???? Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://StreamYard.CastAhead.net  ➡️ Get your FREE copy of Ben McClure and Jeff Giagnocavo's book - "Sleep Better" https://gardnersmattressandmore.com/sleep-better LIVE SHOW PODCAST & REPLAYS:  ???? Connect with Lancaster Connects: ✅ Official: https://lancasterconnects.com/  ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LancasterConnects  ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lancaster-connects ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LancasterConnects Lancaster Connects is produced by Chris Stone at Cast Ahead: https://CastAhead.net  #LancasterCounty #LancasterPA #LancasterCountyPA #LancasterConnects #Community #RetailExperience

    1h 7m
  7. Strengthening Financial Confidence in Lancaster with Vantus Wealth Featuring Andy Sedora & Jeff Emrich - Episode 233

    FEB 16

    Strengthening Financial Confidence in Lancaster with Vantus Wealth Featuring Andy Sedora & Jeff Emrich - Episode 233

    In this episode, we sit down with Andy Sedora and Jeff Emrich, Partners and Financial Advisors at Vantus Wealth, to explore a more connected approach to financial planning. Born from a desire to bring clarity and collaboration to every part of clients’ financial lives, Vantus Wealth is an independent RIA built on the idea of gaining a higher perspective—*vantage*—while keeping the focus on ‘us’: the client, their family, and their trusted circle of professionals. Andy and Jeff share how this philosophy shapes the way they advise, partner, and help clients make confident, well-aligned financial decisions. ???? Connect with Andy Sedora & Jeff Emrich:  ✅ Website: https://vantuswealth.com/  ✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vantuswealth/  ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vantus-wealth/  Thank you for watching Lancaster Connects! This is the show about small business and small charity success in Lancaster county - we showcase the battle on Main Street, big vs. small David vs Goliath, and bring you the best of what makes Lancaster so great.  ???? Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://StreamYard.CastAhead.net  ➡️ Get your FREE copy of Ben McClure and Jeff Giagnocavo's book - "Sleep Better" https://gardnersmattressandmore.com/sleep-better LIVE SHOW PODCAST & REPLAYS:  ???? Connect with Lancaster Connects: ✅ Official: https://lancasterconnects.com/  ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LancasterConnects  ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lancaster-connects ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LancasterConnects Lancaster Connects is produced by Chris Stone at Cast Ahead:  https://CastAhead.net  #LancasterCounty #LancasterPA #LancasterCountyPA #LancasterConnects #Community #RetailExperience

    52 min
  8. Building Strong Businesses and Community with John Hockley - Episode 232

    FEB 9

    Building Strong Businesses and Community with John Hockley - Episode 232

    In this episode, we sit down with John Hockley II from Weaver Associates to explore how his team delivers far more than “ink on paper.” John shares how Weaver Associates supports businesses with a full spectrum of office solutions—from copiers and printers to service, printing, pure water systems, and office furniture—helping organizations run smarter and more efficiently. We also get a glimpse into John’s life outside of work, where he stays busy with his four children, catches live sports whenever possible (especially UNC, Braves, and Redskins games), and recharges off the grid at his quiet cabin in the woods. ???? Connect with John Hockley:  ✅ Website: https://weaverassociatesinc.com/  ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/weaverassociatesinc  ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/weaver-associates-incorporated/  Thank you for watching Lancaster Connects! This is the show about small business and small charity success in Lancaster county - we showcase the battle on Main Street, big vs. small David vs Goliath, and bring you the best of what makes Lancaster so great.  ???? Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://StreamYard.CastAhead.net  ➡️ Get your FREE copy of Ben McClure and Jeff Giagnocavo's book - "Sleep Better" https://gardnersmattressandmore.com/sleep-better LIVE SHOW PODCAST & REPLAYS:  ???? Connect with Lancaster Connects: ✅ Official: https://lancasterconnects.com/  ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LancasterConnects  ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lancaster-connects ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LancasterConnects Lancaster Connects is produced by Chris Stone at Cast Ahead:  https://CastAhead.net  #LancasterCounty #LancasterPA #LancasterCountyPA #LancasterConnects #Community #RetailExperience

    1h 2m
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Lancaster Connects brings together local charities, local heroes, and local businesses to showcase the best of what Lancaster, PA has to offer so that in 2021 and beyond – our local neighbors and friends may thrive, be more productive, and live happily and generously. The Lancaster Connects Podcast is hosted weekly by Gardner's Mattress & More co-owners Ben McClure & Jeff Giagnocavo, and can be viewed on numerous streaming services as well as listed to on your favorite podcast platforms.

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  • Creator
    Jeff Giagnocavo, Ben McClure
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    240
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Lancaster Connects
  • Show Website
    Lancaster Connects