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HarmonyTALK is an inspirational podcast featuring ‘dreamers and doers’ who turned ideas into action. Explore creativity, perseverance, leadership and the human stories behind meaningful success through candid conversations designed to spark reflection, motivation and possibility, and join a growing community inspired to dream boldly and live intentionally.

  1. Rhythm Beyond Borders: How Harvey Price Uses Music to Bring Children Together in the War-Torn Middle East

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    Rhythm Beyond Borders: How Harvey Price Uses Music to Bring Children Together in the War-Torn Middle East

    When Music Becomes Common Ground: Harvey Price and the Peace Drums Project What if the path to peace started with children simply playing music together? In this moving episode of HarmonyTALK, host Todd Stephens sits down with renowned percussionist, jazz vibraphonist, educator and Peace Drums Project founder Harvey Price to explore how one unlikely instrument became a bridge across cultural and religious divides in the war-torn Middle East. After decades as a music educator and director of the University of Delaware steel band, Harvey founded the Peace Drums Project in 2012 with a simple but profound belief: Children are not born with hatred. They come into this world filled with curiosity and the desire to connect. By bringing Israeli and Palestinian children together through shared steel drum ensembles, the Peace Drums Project fosters friendship, collaboration and humanity that rise above politics and conflict. Harvey explains why he intentionally chose the steel drum, an instrument with no cultural or political ownership in the region, and how music creates emotional space where conversation often cannot. At a time when violence and division continue to dominate the lives of children in the Middle East, this conversation feels especially urgent. Harvey reflects on why peace matters now more than ever and why creating opportunities for children to see each other as human beings may be one of the most important acts of hope in the world today. This episode explores music as diplomacy, the emotional power of collaboration, interfaith understanding, childhood connection, and the courage to believe peace can begin one relationship at a time. Perfect for listeners passionate about music education, peacebuilding, intercultural dialogue, social impact, community leadership, and stories that remind us what is still possible. Follow Peace Drums Project on Instagram: @PeaceDrumsProject linktr.ee/peacedrumsproject https://peacedrumsproject.org/

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  2. No Longer Just a Midsummer Night’s Dream

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    No Longer Just a Midsummer Night’s Dream

    All’s Well That Ends Well: Michael Bradshaw Flynn On Bringing Back the Bard Fifteen years ago, staging Shakespeare in Scranton sounded improbable to plenty of people, especially to some New York theater types. The original production was intended as a one-time public performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream in Nay Aug Park. Organizers hoped a modest audience would turn out for the celebrated Bard. Instead, more than 1,000 people packed into the park.  In this episode of HarmonyTALK, host Lisa Champeau speaks with Scranton Shakespeare Festival co-founder Michael Bradshaw Flynn about the unlikely evolution of the festival from a free outdoor performance into a permanent arts organization producing musicals, Shakespeare, new works, and youth programming in downtown Scranton and Northeast Pennsylvania. Flynn discusses balancing a career between New York and Northeastern Pennsylvania, working on Broadway productions including The Front Page, It’s Only a Play, and The Nance, (with Nathan Lane) and why regional theater still matters at a time when arts organizations across the country face shrinking audiences and financial instability. The conversation traces Flynn’s early immersion in theater through Arts Alive, the Scranton Cultural Center, and local summer stock programs, as well as the influence of a family steeped in storytelling traditions. Now entering its 15th season under the theme Faith, the Scranton Shakespeare Festival will present Much Ado About Nothing, Carousel, Henry V, Saint Joan, Jesus Christ Superstar, youth ensemble productions, and a 15th anniversary gala. For more information, visit https://www.scrantonshakes.com/ @Scranton Shakespeare Festival @Michael Bradshaw Flynn @Lisa Champeau @WVIA

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  3. Rooted in Rhythm: How Gudrun Feigl Grew a Life of Purpose One Herb at a Time

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    Rooted in Rhythm: How Gudrun Feigl Grew a Life of Purpose One Herb at a Time

    From the Black Forest to Honesdale: A Story Grown by Hand What does it look like to build a life slowly, intentionally, and with your hands in the soil? In this episode of HarmonyTALK, host Lisa Champeau sits down with Gudrun Feigl, founder of Mount Pleasant Herbary, whose journey from Germany’s Black Forest to Northeastern Pennsylvania is rooted in memory, creativity, and quiet persistence. Gudrun did not set out to become an entrepreneur. Trained as a social worker, she arrived in the United States through a work exchange program, eventually settling in a town that, at the time, felt uncertain and still finding its identity. Over time, as she built a life in Honesdale, something else began to grow. What started as homemade herbal teas shared at Christmas evolved into a small table of three products and eventually into a vibrant shop filled with dozens of handcrafted goods. Today, Gudrun grows her own herbs, creates in small batches, and offers workshops that invite others into the joy of making. This conversation explores creativity, slow growth, community collaboration, and the courage to follow curiosity without a clear roadmap. It is a story about building something meaningful without rushing the process and finding fulfillment in both the making and the sharing. If you have ever wondered whether small beginnings can lead to something lasting, this episode offers a gentle and inspiring answer. Follow Mount Pleasant Herbary:InstagramFacebook Follow HarmonyTALK Podcast:InstagramFacebookYouTubeLinkedin

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  4. From Punchline to Pride: How Michele Dempsey Turned “The Office” into Opportunity for Scranton

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    From Punchline to Pride: How Michele Dempsey Turned “The Office” into Opportunity for Scranton

    Scranton: The City Fans Thought They Knew How did an architect end up reshaping a city’s pop culture identity? In this episode of HarmonyTALK, host Todd Stephens sits down with Michele Dempsey, architect, entrepreneur, single mom, and one of the creative forces who helped turn Scranton’s connection to ‘The Office’ into something no one expected: pride, tourism and a renewed identity. Set as the backdrop for the cult NBC sitcom, Scranton risked becoming the butt of national jokes. But Michele saw something else entirely. She recognized that humor could become hospitality and that this newfound national attention could build momentum in reviving civic pride.    What followed was the creation of Office fan conventions, citywide events, celebrity appearances, and experiences that welcomed thousands of fans from around the world while helping locals see their hometown differently. Scranton’s Office Convention and The Office Wrap Party filled local hotels. To this day, The Office 5K energizes Scranton’s downtown every May. And thanks to streaming services delivering Office episodes to new generations, fan tourism has exploded across Northeastern Pennsylvania. But Michele did not come from the world of entertainment. She came from architecture, a profession built on vision, planning and making ideas real. She simply applied those same instincts to a city and a popular sitcom. This conversation explores leadership, identity, reinvention, economic development, and the rare skill of turning cultural attention into community momentum. If you’ve ever wondered how a city can control its own narrative, this story offers an unforgettable answer. Layer X Architecture & Design:  Layer X Instagram Layer X Facebook Michelle Dempsey’s Podcast: Spark Me Podcast Spark Me Podcast InstagramFollow HarmonyTALK Podcast:InstagramFacebookYouTubeLinkedin The Office Exhibition: https://www.visitnepa.org/event/the-office-exhibition/19873/ https://everhart-museum.org/pages/the-office-exhibition https://www.instagram.com/the_office_exhibition/?hl=en The Office Convention on YouTube The Office Wrap Party (Steve Carell Surprise) Beyond Dunder Mifflin: The Electric City Documentary

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  5. The Second Passport: Reinventing Life at 35

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    The Second Passport: Reinventing Life at 35

    Following a Different Beat: From State Trooper to Global Travel Guide What happens when the thing you’ve always loved becomes the center of your life? In this episode of HarmonyTALK, host Greg Frigoletto sits down with Matt Kizis, whose journey reflects a powerful shift toward alignment and possibility. After years of service as a dedicated Pennsylvania State Trooper, Matt traded in his badge for a passport, deciding to follow his passion for travel and turn it into his life’s work. Together with his business partner, he purchased TravelWorld, a trusted agency that has served Northeastern Pennsylvania for more than 50 years, stepping into the responsibility of carrying forward a legacy while shaping its future. Today, Matt travels the world with his wife, guiding travelers through breathtaking destinations like Italy, London, Paris and beyond. But his work goes far beyond planning trips. He creates experiences rooted in connection, culture and discovery. This episode explores career reinvention, legacy business ownership, entrepreneurship, travel as transformation, and what becomes possible when you build your life around what you love. Follow Matt Kizis:FacebookInstagramLinkedin Follow HarmonyTALK Podcast:InstagramFacebookYouTubeLinkedin Follow Host, Greg Frigoletto: Instagram Email harmonytalkpodcast@gmail.com for sponsorship and guest opportunities!

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  6. Lisa DePaulo: Inside George Magazine and the JFK Jr. Story

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    Lisa DePaulo: Inside George Magazine and the JFK Jr. Story

    Inside George Magazine: Lisa DePaulo on JFK Jr., Journalism, and Getting the Story Right That second call brought the Dunmore, Pennsylvania, native into one of the most influential media spaces of the 1990s. DePaulo shares what it was like to work with JFK Jr. as an editor, how he shaped her approach to reporting, and what he understood about the balance between access and restraint. She reflects on the culture inside George, where politics and celebrity met, and where strong journalism still drove the work. The conversation also turns to the FX series Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette. DePaulo offers a measured perspective on what the show captures well and where it misses, especially when it comes to the emotional truth behind public figures. This episode is about judgment.Protecting sources.Standing by your work. And it is about the moment that stayed with her.The call she planned to make.The news that followed instead. Clear, thoughtful and grounded, this conversation reflects what journalism looks like at its best.

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  7. Keep Punching: Mike Kunda’s Rocky Road to Finding Himself

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    Keep Punching: Mike Kunda’s Rocky Road to Finding Himself

    What happens when a story you love becomes the life you choose? In this powerful episode of HarmonyTALK, host Todd Stephens sits down with Scranton native Mike Kunda, founder of the Yo, Philly! Rocky Film Tour and one of the most recognized Rocky impersonators in the world. As a child, Mike faced bullying, insecurity, and a deep sense of not belonging. Then he discovered Rocky. What began as escape became identity. What began as imitation became transformation. Mike shares how he turned adversity into purpose, built a business rooted in passion, and formed a real-life connection with Sylvester Stallone himself. This episode explores perseverance, identity, creativity, resilience, and what it means to keep showing up for your dream even when no one else understands it. Perfect for listeners drawn to underdog stories, personal transformation, creative entrepreneurship, mindset, and the power of believing in something bigger than yourself.   FOLLOW HARMONYTALK PODCAST @harmonytalkpodcast Join Our Mailing List: https://www.harmonytalkpodcast.com/signup  Instagram: https://instagram.com/harmonytalkpodcast  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/harmonytalkpodcast  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HarmonyTALKPodcast  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/harmonytalkpodcast    https://harmonytalkpodcast.com/  Follow Host, Todd Stephens:  https://www.instagram.com/workinman1/    Email harmonytalkpodcast@gmail.com for sponsorship and guest opportunities!

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  8. Serial Ceiling Smasher: Pat Mitchell on Power, Risk and Opening the Door Wider

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    Serial Ceiling Smasher: Pat Mitchell on Power, Risk and Opening the Door Wider

    How many ceilings can one woman break? Pat Mitchell stopped counting. In this episode of HarmonyTALK, host Lisa Champeau sits down with a true original. A woman who did not just rise through the ranks of media, she reshaped them. Pat Mitchell is a serial ceiling smasher. The first female president of PBS and CNN. The first woman to own and host a nationally syndicated daily talk show. And long before the titles, she was a young woman willing to risk everything to build a life that did not yet exist. She marched for civil rights. Reported from war zones. Told stories no one else would touch. And when the industry said women’s voices did not matter, she made them impossible to ignore. But what makes this conversation unforgettable is what comes after the accolades. Pat speaks candidly about the decisions behind the moments. The instincts she learned to trust. And the responsibility she feels to lift other women as she climbs. This is a conversation about leadership, yes. But also about courage, mentorship, and the quiet, persistent work of changing what is possible.   FOLLOW HARMONYTALK PODCAST @harmonytalkpodcast Join Our Mailing List: https://www.harmonytalkpodcast.com/signup  Instagram: https://instagram.com/harmonytalkpodcast  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/harmonytalkpodcast  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HarmonyTALKPodcast  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/harmonytalkpodcast    https://harmonytalkpodcast.com/    Follow Host, Lisa Champeau:  https://www.instagram.com/lisachampeau/  Email harmonytalkpodcast@gmail.com for sponsorship and guest opportunities!

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HarmonyTALK is an inspirational podcast featuring ‘dreamers and doers’ who turned ideas into action. Explore creativity, perseverance, leadership and the human stories behind meaningful success through candid conversations designed to spark reflection, motivation and possibility, and join a growing community inspired to dream boldly and live intentionally.

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