Soul of the Glass City

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Soul of the Glass City

This podcast is centered on the pulse of what makes Toledo and Northwest Ohio great, its people! Take a deep dive into the lives, businesses and experiences of these many awe-inspiring individuals. Have Questions? Email Us with any questions you may have. We're here to help!

  1. NOV 13

    Green Tea to Realty: Robert Pasker aka Rob P

    A Toledoan to the bone, Robert Pasker grew up, "Out Hill," enjoying his childhood amongst a tight-knit community of homeowners. This foundation helped to pave the pathway of his future career endeavors. A dedicated father and a serial entrepreneur, Pasker went from being the guy everyone knew for selling green tea to one of the youngest African-American real estate brokers in the state of Ohio.

  2. OCT 30

    A Lot of Self Love with Arlinda

    Tune in as we get to know Arlinda Self, a dedicated wife, mother, and serial entrepreneur who inspires others through her love of meditation, yoga, and dance. From her wholesome childhood and upbringing in Holland, Ohio, to leaving the state, and performing around the country with a world renowned dance company, Arlinda brings her experience, knowledge, and wisdom back to the Glass City.

  3. OCT 2

    Around the World & Back with Armani Derden

    Though his upbringing in Toledo was very wholesome, as soon as Armani Derden graduated from high school, he chose to broaden his horizons by leaving his hometown and joining the U.S. Navy. After serving in the military for 3 years, traveling the world, and gaining many valuable career/life skills, Armani eventually settled in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Quickly realizing that there is no place like home, he decided to relocate back to Toledo and has since then been enjoying and appreciating what makes the Glass City so great.

  4. SEP 18

    The Queen of the Garden: Kamilah Brown

    Meet Kamilah Brown, a Michigan transplant, who has built a name for herself in Toledo. A dedicated wife, mother, and an entrepreneur of many talents, Kamilah shares with us how she manages it all with a sense of joy and optimism.

  5. SEP 4

    John Eikost is So Toledo

    If you are from or live in the Toledo area, then you probably know of or have heard of John Eikost. Though he does his best to move under the radar, it's hard to miss him because he does so much to promote all of the positives of the Glass City. John has been the mind behind one of the most popular event resource websites in Toledo for almost two decades. He loves our city, and in this interview, we will learn more about his life growing up in the Glass.

  6. AUG 21

    My Glass City Summer Recap

    It was fun getting to experience some great events in Toledo this Summer! Tune in to hear about some of the cool functions that I was able to experience these past 3 months within the 419 and out of town as well.

  7. JUL 10

    From Basketball to Bad Boys Star - Dennis McDonald

    If you watched Bad Boys 2, 3, or 4, then you know of actor Dennis McDonald, aka "Reggie," from the billion dollar franchise of movies. Dennis, who grew up in the Bronx, New York, initially wasn't planning to be a Hollywood star. He actually wanted to be an NBA player, but fate had other plans. Tune in to hear Dennis tell us his story.

  8. JUN 26

    From Dreams to Viral Dance Star: Meet @SirEstoDance

    What began as a love of dance as a child, turned into a hobby as a teen, and blossomed into a full-blown career! Meet Jonté Williams, better known as @SirEstoDance, who is now a social media sensation and celebrity choreographer who talks about how he got his humble start in Toledo, Ohio.

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