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Send us a Text Message.What if witnessing a tragic event could redefine your entire life's trajectory? Join us for a heartfelt conversation with Tyler Gancos from Ashtabula County, Ohio, as he recounts his journey from growing up in a tough Cleveland neighborhood to finding peace in the rural serenity of Jefferson, Ohio. Tyler takes us through his high school adventures at Jefferson High School, where he navigated the complexities of adolescence through football, music, and theater, often fin...

Send us a Text Message.Ready for a courtside experience that takes you into the heart of the NBA Finals? Buckle up as we bring you a deep dive into the electrifying matchup between the Dallas Mavericks and the Boston Celtics. Our star-studded panel, featuring Tony Bogan, Mister Askew, Bill Stoy, Drew McLaughlin, Mike Worrell, and Bob Gavalier, kick things off with a spirited debate on the greatest Lakers player of all time—think Kobe Bryant, Magic Johnson, and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Get ready t...

Send us a Text Message.As a former student-athlete turned head coach, Shawn Dodd's story is more than just a professional arc—it's a heartfelt journey back to the roots that shaped him. In our latest conversation, we're thrilled to host Coach Dodd, who takes us along on his nostalgic trip from North High School in Eastlake, Ohio, to the football fields of Europe, and back again. His tale is one of full-circle moments, where past and present connections with Nick Tomba and Jason Bickel illumin...

Send us a Text Message.Ever found yourself completely enraptured by the charm of a bustling outdoor patio? That's exactly where Fiddy and I, Mike Bono, along with a panel of guests, take you in our latest episode. We unpack the often overlooked pleasures of patio lounging, from the sun-kissed afternoons in Cleveland to the electric nights out with friends. Uniting under the banner of patio appreciation, we toast to the camaraderie and tranquility these outdoor havens offer, proving that patio...

Send us a Text Message.Dive headfirst into the heart and hustle of high school sports with David Frank, an Erie native with a playbook full of wisdom from his coaching career, which spans the fields of Pennsylvania to the courts of North Carolina. This episode is an intimate huddle that will have you reminiscing about the golden days of high school athletics and the coaches that shaped us. We're tackling everything from the cultural melting pot of sports loyalties in Erie, to the emotional ro...

Send us a Text Message.They say life is what happens when you're busy making other plans, and our guest, Jordan Whetson, is the epitome of that adage. From reminiscing about Don King's boxing camp to taking the Ohio radio scene by storm, Jordan's life reads like an adventure novel, filled with twists, turns, and a soundtrack that's just as eclectic as his career path. Settle in as we traverse through his narrative, discovering how each pit stop and detour crafted the man who now sets the stag...