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Empowering Our Community One Story At A Time This podcast is dedicated to interviewing people who impact the community in Eastern Ohio, Western Pennsylvania and beyond! YRRS is a private, non-profit station broadcasting readings of local newspapers, magazines and best-selling books, along with presenting talk shows and special interest programs to people experiencing visual impairment.

  1. GCP: Catholic Charities' Nickie Ostick

    DEC 23

    GCP: Catholic Charities' Nickie Ostick

    Send us a text Host Michael Bosela wraps up 2025 with Nickie Ostick, Community Outreach Director of Catholic Charities, which serves Mahoning, Trumbull, and Columbiana counties.  Together, they paint a clear picture of how a nonprofit, service-oriented organization operates within the Diocese of Youngstown — from the types of clients served and the most common requests for assistance, to the strong partnerships Catholic Charities maintains with local shelters and food pantries. This meaningful conversation highlights the power of collaboration, compassion, and community-based support, and it’s a fitting way to close out another impactful season of the podcast. #GoodCommunityPodcast #SeasonFinale #CatholicCharities #NonprofitWork #CommunitySupport #MahoningValley #TrumbullCounty #ColumbianaCounty #StrongerTogether #GoodwillYoungstown Support the show

    28 min
  2. GCP: VA's Beth Levine

    DEC 17

    GCP: VA's Beth Levine

    Send us a text This week, host Michael Bosela sits down with Beth Levine, Visually Impairment Services Team (VIST) Coordinator with the Veterans Administration (VA). Beth shares how she supports veterans who are blind or visually impaired, helping them navigate services and resources across seven outpatient clinics. It’s an insightful conversation about advocacy, accessibility, and ensuring our veterans receive the support they deserve.   #GoodCommunityPodcast #VeteransSupport #VA #VIST #VisualImpairment #Accessibility #CommunityConnections #Goodwill #MoreThanAStore  Support the show

    30 min
  3. GCP: Mahoning County Land Bank's Debora Flora

    DEC 10

    GCP: Mahoning County Land Bank's Debora Flora

    Send us a text This week, host Michael Bosela sits down with Debora Flora, Executive Director of the Mahoning County Land Bank. They discuss how the Mahoning County Land Bank works as a quasi-governmental, nonprofit community improvement corporation dedicated to restoring vacant properties and promoting sustainable land use and stronger neighborhoods across our region. Tune in now and learn how local partnerships are helping rebuild communities from the ground up. 💙 #GoodCommunityPodcast #CommunityImpact #MahoningCounty #NeighborhoodRevitalization #GoodwillYoungstown Support the show

    29 min
  4. GCP: Direction Home's Cassandra Valentini

    DEC 3

    GCP: Direction Home's Cassandra Valentini

    Send us a text For our 22nd installment of Season 2, host Michael Bosela sits down with Cassandra Valentini from Direction Home of Eastern Ohio — an organization supporting 166,000 individuals across Ashtabula, Columbiana, Mahoning & Trumbull counties. Discover how they’re helping people plan, prepare and care for aging and disability through vital services, education, and advocacy. 💙  #GoodCommunityPodcast #DirectionHomeEO #AgingServices #CommunitySupport #GoodwillYoungstown Support the show

    29 min
  5. GCP: Thrive MV's Vicki Vicars

    NOV 26

    GCP: Thrive MV's Vicki Vicars

    Send us a text Host Michael Bosela sits down with Vicki Vicars, Vice President of Operations at Thrive Mahoning Valley. Thrive MV is dedicated to recognizing that every individual has unique needs, and their services are tailored to meet those challenges. In this episode, learn about how Thrive MV and Goodwill work together to provide support in areas such as:  • Application Assistance  • Translations  • Household Goods and Hygiene Product Pantry  • Goodwill Vouchers  • Transportation Assistance  • Legal Aid and Citizenship Assistance  • Employment / Education Connections  • Referrals for English Language Classes, Housing, and Other Needs Tune in to hear how collaboration is helping individuals thrive across the Mahoning Valley! 💙 #GoodCommunityPodcast #GoodwillYoungstown #ThriveMahoningValley #ElevateGood #EmpowerIndividuals #CommunityImpact #AchieveGoals Support the show

    28 min
  6. GCP: Mill Creek MetroParks' Aaron Young

    NOV 19

    GCP: Mill Creek MetroParks' Aaron Young

    Send us a text Host Michael Bosela is at it again, this time sitting down with Aaron Young, Executive Director of Mill Creek MetroParks. Mill Creek MetroParks is one of the Mahoning Valley’s greatest treasures — offering thousands of acres of trails, lakes, gardens, educational programs, and recreation for families, nature enthusiasts, and visitors of all ages. Aaron shares insights on the park district’s mission, community impact, long-term planning, and the work it takes to preserve and enhance one of the largest and oldest metropolitan park systems in the country. If you love Mill Creek Park, local history, or want a behind-the-scenes look at how our community’s green spaces thrive, this is an episode you won’t want to miss! Tune in now for an engaging conversation that celebrates the heart of the Valley’s natural beauty. 🌿✨ #GoodCommunityPodcast #MillCreekMetroParks #MahoningValley #CommunityImpact #PodcastEpisode #ElevateGOOD Support the show

    28 min
  7. GCP: BOST's Brenden Mostoller

    NOV 12

    GCP: BOST's Brenden Mostoller

    Send us a text Host Michael Bosela sits down with Brenden Mostoller, Business Development Director at BOST Benefits. For over 39 years, BOST has been a trusted leader in employee benefits — built one satisfied client at a time. What started as a small, family-owned business has grown into a national organization that’s dedicated to doing what’s right for its clients, offering independent solutions that deliver the best and the MOST. Tune in to hear how BOST’s people-first approach has shaped its success and how it continues to make an impact across industries. #GoodCommunityPodcast #ElevateGood #EmpowerIndividuals #AchieveGoals #BOSTBenefits #CommunityImpact Support the show

    29 min
  8. GCP: CNA Report #2

    NOV 5

    GCP: CNA Report #2

    Send us a text Goodwill’s Carol Holmes-Chambers sits down with Brenda Linert and Ron Selak from the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber to discuss the one-year anniversary of our Community Needs Assessment (CNA) report. This episode takes a look at the progress made since the report’s release, the impact it’s had across the Mahoning Valley, and what’s next for the ongoing collaboration between Goodwill and the Chamber. Tune in for the second CNA update episode and hear how we continue working together to strengthen our community! #GoodCommunityPodcast #GoodwillYoungstown #RegionalChamber #CommunityNeedsAssessment #ElevatingGood #EmpoweringIndividuals #MahoningValley Youngstown/Warren Regional ChamberThe Chamber is the Valley’s leading business advocacy organization, providing services and programs.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

    30 min
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Empowering Our Community One Story At A Time This podcast is dedicated to interviewing people who impact the community in Eastern Ohio, Western Pennsylvania and beyond! YRRS is a private, non-profit station broadcasting readings of local newspapers, magazines and best-selling books, along with presenting talk shows and special interest programs to people experiencing visual impairment.

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