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Spanning the Need

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SpanningTheNeed is a space for storytellers. The stories of creators. The stories of visionaries. The stories of everyday people doing the extraordinary. Inspiring, the Uninspired with good news stories and more.

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E136: Educating with Passion and Purpose: Superintendent Tim Saxton's 36-Year Journey

July 09, 2024 14:01 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MB

In this episode of Spanning the Need, we are joined by Tim Saxton, the retiring superintendent of Boardman Local Schools. With a distinguished career spanning 36 years in education, Tim shares his journey from a young math teacher and coach to becoming the superintendent of one of the area's largest school districts. Join us as we explore the challenges and triumphs of education, the impact of inspiring teachers and mentors, and the life lessons gleaned from a lifetime of serving students a...

E135: Building a Legacy: Dr. Farid Naffah on Medicine, LadyKindness & the Avamar Foundation

June 19, 2024 12:00 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MB

In this episode of Spanning the Need, sits down with Dr. Farid Naffah, a renowned gastroenterologist, philanthropist, and visionary. Dr. Naffah shares his passion for the arts, his dedication to helping the elderly with prescription medication costs, and his ambitious project to create a cultural center in the heart of the Mahoning Valley. Join us as we explore the story behind the Avamar Foundation, the breathtaking Lady Kindness sculpture, and Dr. Naffah's vision for a more compassionate an...

E134: Preserving the Past, Embracing the Future: Mayor Ben Kyle's Leadership in Hubbard

May 28, 2024 23:00 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MB

In this episode of Spanning the Need, we sit down with the Mayor of Hubbard, Ben Kyle. Mayor Kyle shares his journey from a long-term councilman to becoming the mayor, his passion for the community, and the various initiatives aimed at improving the quality of life in Hubbard. Join us as we delve into the unique aspects of Hubbard, the challenges faced by small cities, and the future plans for growth and development. Stay tuned for an engaging conversation about leadership, community service,...

E133: Bringing Innovation and Service w/New YSU President Bill Johnson

April 16, 2024 23:00 - 26 minutes - 23.8 MB

In this episode of Spanning the Need, we sit down with Youngstown State University's new president, Bill Johnson. As he begins his third week in office, President Johnson shares his vision for YSU and discusses the importance of serving students and the community. Join us as we explore his unique background and the goals he hopes to achieve during his tenure at the university. Stay tuned for an insightful conversation about leadership, education, and the future of YSU. Quotes ·      "I don'...

E132: A Passion of Life & Community, Mock getting Inducted into Achievement Hall of Fame

September 26, 2023 23:00 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MB

In the bustling city of Columbia, South Carolina, sits a Howland graduate making all types of impacts in her community and as a journalist. This individual’s name is Andrea Mock, who shines as a beloved news anchor at WLTX-TV, CBS and is a four-time Emmy Award winner as well as the Post and Courrier’s Best Anchor of the Year. Andrea is a dedicated community leader and a beacon of hope for many. Spanning the Need sits down with Andrea Mock to talk about life, career and being inducted into th...

E131: Beyond the Cap and Gown: Madelyn Lowther & Noah Minor, Lisbon David Anderson High School

June 13, 2023 23:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MB

🔴 #SeniorSeries #STN continues it's #seniorseries by sitting down with Madelyn Lowther & Noah Minor, Lisbon David Anderson High School. Amidst the excitement of graduation, many high school seniors are getting ready to graduate right now. In this series of interviews, we engage with a group of graduating seniors who have redefined the traditional notions of achievement and embarked on paths driven by purpose, determination and passion. #STN #SpanningtheNeed #education #graduatingseniors Str...

E130: Beyond the Diploma: Determination and Growth; Nikolas Hendrix, Hubbard High School

June 07, 2023 00:00 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MB

They have dedicated years of hard work, determination, and sacrifice to achieve the highest academic honors in their graduating class. However, their journey is not just about earning a high GPA, but it’s about the lessons they have learned, the challenges they have faced, and the impact they have made on their school and community. In this interview, we will explore the inspiring journey of a K-12 graduating seniors and the lessons they can share to inspire others. We share his tory, Nikola...

E129: Paving the Path: Inspiring Tales of Graduating Seniors; Margaret Byers, Western Reserve High School

May 30, 2023 23:00 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MB

🔴 #SeniorSeries #STN continues it's #seniorseries by sitting down with Margaret Byers, Western Reserve High School. Amidst the excitement of graduation, many high school seniors are getting ready to graduate right now. In this series of interviews, we engage with a group of graduating seniors who have redefined the traditional notions of achievement and embarked on paths driven by purpose, determination and passion. #STN #SpanningtheNeed #education #graduatingseniors Stream the TV episode o...

E128: The Power of Purpose: Honoring Graduating Seniors; Aidan Rossi, Warren JFK

May 23, 2023 23:00 - 17 minutes - 16 MB

Amidst the excitement of graduation, many high school seniors find themselves pondering a fundamental question: They have dedicated years of hard work, determination, and sacrifice to achieve the highest academic honors in their graduating class. However, their journey is not just about earning a high GPA, but it's about the lessons they have learned, the challenges they have faced, and the impact they have made on their school and community. In this interview, we will explore the inspiring j...

E127: The Meaning of Christmas, Embracing Life & Christianity with Pastor Joe Cameneti, Sr.

December 16, 2022 15:00 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MB

Christmas is one of the most important and cultural holidays of the year, but what is the true meaning of Christmas? In today’s episode, we’ll talk with Pastor Joe of the Believers’ Church in Warren, Ohio. In addition to Joe’s story of his journey to becoming a believer, he will teach us how to become holy and maintain it as Christians. He will also educate us on the meaning and symbolism of the Christmas holiday, one of the most important holidays worldwide. Tune In to learn more than over ...

E126: Jen Banna, Design House Events by Sweet Arrangements gives us Holiday Party Decorating Tips

December 09, 2022 00:00 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MB

#SpanningtheNeed stops by Jen Banna studio from Design House Events by Sweet Arrangements, which gives us Holiday Party Decorating Tips within Your Budget. Jen will show us how to put together a holiday tablescape and entertaining tips for the holidays.  Tune in to learn: How Jen got started and carried on the family business Holiday Party Decorating Tips Working within Your Budget and much more. More at: https://spanningtheneed.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker...

E125: Cooking for the Holidays with Chef Jack Kravitz

December 02, 2022 00:00 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MB

#SpanningtheNeed takes its holiday episode into the kitchen with Chef Jack Kravitz for Cooking for the Holidays. Learn how to make Red Cabbage Strudel, Chicken and Leek (or Spinach) Strudel and Chicken Soup-Instant Pot this Holiday Season. Tune in to learn more: How Chef Kravitz got his start with Kravitz Deli Food prepping and recipes for the Holiday Parties and Christmas and much more. All recipes and ingredients can be found at: https://spanningtheneed.com/2022/12/01/e125-cooking-for-th...

E124: STN Presents: The Best Christmas songs Music from a Variety of Performers to take On the Go

November 25, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 60.9 MB

#STN and fellow musicians came together in 2020 to volunteer their time and talent to do a Virtual and TV concert jam-packed with Christmas tunes for the whole family. In 2022, we have add additional music and performers to make this a Christmas Holiday! You’ll be able to hear a variety of selections from beloved Christmas carols and more! At the end of this broadcast, you don’t want to miss, as it is something that is special for everyone. #spanningtheneed Performers: Leanne Binder / Rajma ...

E123: A Different Type of News & Entertainment Network in Northeast Ohio the 330toGO Media Network..Promoting the good things in the Communi

November 23, 2022 00:00 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MB

#SpanningtheNeed sits down with Jess and Hank of 330ToGO Media Network to discuss the good things they are doing in the community and this Holiday season in Northeast Ohio. The many good laughs and things that were discussed was a great time. 330ToGO provides breaking news coverage, entertainment, traffic updates, and sports and event coverage through Facebook postings and Live broadcasts, also through Facebook. Tune in to learn more: How the organization got started in 2017. What they do ...

E122: "Giving Tuesday," The Season of Giving is Upon Us. Profiling some of the great non-profits, making a difference.

November 18, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 97.3 MB

Nobody does the season of giving like we do. Giving Tuesday is around the corner, and we are premiering our “Giving Tuesday in The Valley.” Join us as #SpanningtheNeed profiles some of our of valley’s nonprofits: Animal Welfare League of Trumbull County, The Brightside Project, City Kids Care Inc., Project MKC, Inspiring Minds, Rescue Mission of Mahoning Valley, & The Walnut Grove. There are so many great non-profits, it is hard to profile them all. We encourage you to search for other non-p...

E121: A Veterans Day Special w/Leo Connelly, Jr. as he talks about hidden scars of war, PTSD and so much more. "Veterans deserve to be celeb

November 11, 2022 00:00 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MB

Freedom costs lives, hidden scars of war, PTSD, and so much more! Veterans deserve to be celebrated. We owe it to them! In this episode, Leo Connley joins us on the show as we celebrate Veterans' special day. Leo served as a veteran in the controversial Vietnam War and later as the Mahoning County Veterans Service Commission district commander. In the session, Leo shares his background as a veteran, his experience serving in the controversial Vietnam war, and sustaining wounds when rescuin...

E120: Tom McCabe, Mahoning County GOP Party Chair discusses politics/how "One Vote can make a Difference"

November 07, 2022 00:00 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MB

Quote: “One vote can make a difference.” Summary On today’s episode of Spanning The Need, Anthony Spano welcomes Tom McCabe. the chair of the Republican Party for Mahoning County. Tom shares with us his experience running as chair for the past 3 years and how the Republican party strives to address issues in Mahoning County, as well as, dominate the votes in the upcoming elections. Tom begins by sharing his political background and how he hit the ground running with the help of his mentors...

E119: Bob Hagan, 33rd District Democratic Candidate-Discusses Solutions To Improve The District

November 04, 2022 00:00 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MB

We’re almost wrapping up the campaign season for the November elections. Who has your best interests at the forefront? In today’s episode, we’re joined by Ohio’s 33rd state senate district candidate, Bob Hagan. As a legislator for 28 years, he shares his political aspiration for the 33rd district and what distinguishes him from his main opponent. Bob expounds on his plans for solving the funding problem in district schools, bringing businesses into the district, and three top issues he’s lo...

E118: Doug Datish, Former NFL Player/Philanthropist talks mental health, football & Trumbull County HOF.

October 27, 2022 23:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MB

#E118 #Spanningtheneed sits down with Doug Datish, Former NFL Player, Howland/Ohio State graduate & Philanthropist talks mental health, football & Trumbull County HOF. The conversation begins with Doug telling us about his football career and his mentors during his life. He emphasizes on the importance of philanthropy, his Hall of Fame induction into the Trumbull County Sports HOF/being a guest speaker and his mental health work in the community. Tune in to the show now to explore: Doug's ...

E117: Lou Lyras, Democratic Candidate for U.S. Congress – Ohio 6th District discusses the important Issues & talks about working together.

October 20, 2022 23:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MB

Quote: “We have to figure out ways to work together.” Summary On today’s episode of Spanning The Need, Anthony Spano welcomes Lou Lyras, a nominee for Ohio’s sixth Congressional District in Ohio. Lou is an entrepreneur and the founder of many companies. Today, Lou shares with us his game plan for the upcoming elections, addressing major issues present in the district. The conversation begins with Lou giving a brief introduction and an insight into his political career. He emphasizes the imp...

E116: Congressman Bill Johnson, 6th District of Ohio discusses the local issues & how to combat them!

October 13, 2022 23:00 - 36 minutes - 33 MB

Quote: “Be a part of a team and understand the value of bringing people together to help you accomplish a goal." Summary On today’s episode of Spanning The Need, Anthony Spano is joined by Congressman Bill Johnson, who represents Ohio's 6th Congressional District. Congressman Johnson speaks today on the impact of the upcoming elections on local districts and how local issues are sorted out at the district level. Congressman starts by describing his political background. He moves on to addr...

E115:Kurt Russell, 2022 National Teacher of the Year discusses teaching, impact of educators & teaching/raising critical thinking in schools

October 06, 2022 23:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MB

Quote: “History is nothing but stories.” Summary On today’s episode of Spanning The Need, Anthony Spano is joined by Kurt Russell, the 2022 National Teacher of the Year. Kurt is a 25-year veteran of the classroom, currently teaching history at Oberlin High School in Oberlin, Ohio, where he was born and raised. Today, Kurt discusses his teaching career, the impact of the pandemic on the education sector and how he teaches history in a different light to his students. Kurts begins by discussi...

E114: Marissa Platton, Teacher, Austintown Local Schools, “Over 50% of educators quit the profession....I was gonna be one of them.”

September 29, 2022 23:00 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MB

Quote: “Over 50% of educators quit the profession completely in the first five years of teaching, and I was gonna be one of them.” Watch Live: Summary On today’s episode of Spanning The Need, Anthony Spano is joined by Marissa Platton, a mathematics educator at Austintown Local School District. Marissa discusses today, her six year’s experience as a tutor, half of which was affected by the pandemic. She talks about almost quitting in her first year and how she navigates teaching as a profe...

E113: Justin Jennings, Superintendent, Youngstown City Schools talks about importance/mindset on the future of the System

September 22, 2022 23:00 - 40 minutes - 37 MB

Quote: “We shouldn't be fighting each other, we should be looking at how we can fix the system.” Summary Starting a new season of Spanning The Need, Anthony Spano has invited Justin Jennings to the show to share his experience, challenges, and results as the newly elected Superintendent of Youngstown City Schools. Justin was a professional basketball player before an injury ended his career. Today, Justin shares with us the challenges that come with his new position and how he aims to change...

E112: Chef Jeff Crystal shares a few of his favorite 4th of July cookout tips

July 03, 2022 16:00 - 52 minutes - 48 MB

Chef Jeff Crystal of Jeff Crystal Catering in Youngstown joins #SpanningtheNeed w/Anthony Spano to share a few of his favorite 4th of July cookout tips, best meat, while talking life and inspiration with Jeff. Read More: https://anthonyvspano.com/2022/07/01/spanningtheneed-e108-chef-jeff-crystal-shares-a-few-of-his-favorite-4th-of-july-cookout-tips/ More at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-chrystal-52614927/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spanning-...

E108: Chef Jeff Crystal shares a few of his favorite 4th of July cookout tips

July 03, 2022 16:00 - 52 minutes - 48 MB

Chef Jeff Crystal of Jeff Crystal Catering in Youngstown joins #SpanningtheNeed w/Anthony Spano to share a few of his favorite 4th of July cookout tips, best meat, while talking life and inspiration with Jeff. Read More: https://anthonyvspano.com/2022/07/01/spanningtheneed-e108-chef-jeff-crystal-shares-a-few-of-his-favorite-4th-of-july-cookout-tips/ More at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-chrystal-52614927/

E111: Whats going on in the Real Estate Market, w/Holly Ritchie, Realtor-KW Chervenic

June 14, 2022 16:00 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MB

Quote: “The market is going to shift. What comes up must come down.” Summary On today’s episode of Spanning The Need, Anthony Spano is joined by Holly Ritchie-Relator at Keller Williams Chervenic, a realtor with over 20 years of experience. Holly is recognized as being in the top 1% of realtors nationwide. Today, Holly shares her insights on the current market shifts seen in the real estate market and offers expert advice to buyers, sellers, and realtors. Holly begins the conversation by sh...

E107: Whats going on in the Real Estate Market, w/Holly Ritchie, Realtor-KW Chervenic

June 14, 2022 16:00 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MB

Quote: “The market is going to shift. What comes up must come down.” Summary On today’s episode of Spanning The Need, Anthony Spano is joined by Holly Ritchie-Relator at Keller Williams Chervenic, a realtor with over 20 years of experience. Holly is recognized as being in the top 1% of realtors nationwide. Today, Holly shares her insights on the current market shifts seen in the real estate market and offers expert advice to buyers, sellers, and realtors. Holly begins the conversation by sh...

E106: Best Parenting Tips For New Parents With Jeanette Cole

May 31, 2022 16:00 - 59 minutes - 54.9 MB

Quotes ●“When you have children, and you're raising your children, the village becomes so important, because that is how we function as a society where we can lean on each other.” ●“The first four years of life are the most crucial developmental years for children.” ●“Nutrition, I think, is one of the most important things in gifts that you can give to your child for the first, you know, forever but, but really the first four years of their life and showing them a relationship with food, show...

E110: Best Parenting Tips For New Parents With Jeanette Cole

May 31, 2022 16:00 - 59 minutes - 54.9 MB

Quotes ●“When you have children, and you're raising your children, the village becomes so important, because that is how we function as a society where we can lean on each other.” ●“The first four years of life are the most crucial developmental years for children.” ●“Nutrition, I think, is one of the most important things in gifts that you can give to your child for the first, you know, forever but, but really the first four years of their life and showing them a relationship with food, show...

E105: K Squared Marketing to offer “Fund the Future” Scholarship for Students during Teacher Appreciation Week

May 06, 2022 16:00 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MB

Listen in on how your high school students can be awarded a $1,000 scholarship for senior from Springfield, Columbiana, Lisbon, or Jackson-Milton High School. K-Square Marketing (Kelsey Klim/Kollin Chupa) discuss this scholarship opportunity during Teacher Appreciation Week on the #SpanningtheNeed show. They have been inspired by the stories on the people and organizations they have helped the stories they have told throughout the years from those districts and hope to grow this scholarship’...

E109: K Squared Marketing to offer “Fund the Future” Scholarship for Students during Teacher Appreciation Week

May 06, 2022 16:00 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MB

Listen in on how your high school students can be awarded a $1,000 scholarship for senior from Springfield, Columbiana, Lisbon, or Jackson-Milton High School. K-Square Marketing (Kelsey Klim/Kollin Chupa) discuss this scholarship opportunity during Teacher Appreciation Week on the #SpanningtheNeed show. They have been inspired by the stories on the people and organizations they have helped the stories they have told throughout the years from those districts and hope to grow this scholarship’...

E104: The Heart of A Teacher w/Scott DiMauro

May 03, 2022 16:00 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MB

Quote: ”I decided then that the way I was going to make the most difference for the most people was not in politics or law or things like that. It was in the classroom, it was by helping kids become better critical thinkers and problem solvers and decision makers so that they could be good citizens.” Summary On today’s episode of Spanning The Need, Anthony Spano is joined by Scott DiMauro, the president of the Ohio Education Association (OEA) who has over 30 years of experience as an educato...

E108: The Heart of A Teacher w/Scott DiMauro

May 03, 2022 16:00 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MB

Quote: ”I decided then that the way I was going to make the most difference for the most people was not in politics or law or things like that. It was in the classroom, it was by helping kids become better critical thinkers and problem solvers and decision makers so that they could be good citizens.” Summary On today’s episode of Spanning The Need, Anthony Spano is joined by Scott DiMauro, the president of the Ohio Education Association (OEA) who has over 30 years of experience as an educato...

E103: Len Rome & Jim Loboy, WYTV DayBreak

April 12, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 60.4 MB

Len Rome & Jim Loboy from WYTV DayBreak sits down with #SpanningtheNeed so that we can get to know these individuals, their journey, and the media industry. Len Rome/Jim Loboy: https://www.wytv.com/news/daybreak/ #SpanningtheNeed: https://anthonyvspano.com/ Follow Me at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anthonyvspano Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anthonyvspano

E107: Len Rome & Jim Loboy, WYTV DayBreak

April 12, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 60.4 MB

Len Rome & Jim Loboy from WYTV DayBreak sits down with #SpanningtheNeed so that we can get to know these individuals, their journey, and the media industry. Len Rome/Jim Loboy: https://www.wytv.com/news/daybreak/ #SpanningtheNeed: https://anthonyvspano.com/ Follow Me at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anthonyvspano Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anthonyvspano Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spanning-the-need--4558982/support.

E106: Zach Humphries, Crypto Currency

March 29, 2022 16:00 - 44 minutes - 41 MB

Zach Humphries sits down to discuss Crypto Currency, what it is, how it works and how fast it's growing! Zach Humphries: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9o-KkHtUgAaakX1773UVMw Watch it at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_6EYvZ1nVR5oxE2ExQWPkg #SpanningtheNeed: https://anthonyvspano.com/ Follow Me at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anthonyvspano Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anthonyvspano Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spanning-the-need...

E102: Zach Humphries, Crypto Currency

March 29, 2022 16:00 - 44 minutes - 41 MB

Zach Humphries sits down to discuss Crypto Currency, what it is, how it works and how fast it's growing! Zach Humphries: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9o-KkHtUgAaakX1773UVMw Watch it at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_6EYvZ1nVR5oxE2ExQWPkg #SpanningtheNeed: https://anthonyvspano.com/ Follow Me at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anthonyvspano Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anthonyvspano

E105: Mauro Cantalamessa, Trumbull County (Ohio) Commissioner

March 22, 2022 16:00 - 42 minutes - 39 MB

#Spanningtheneed sits down with Trumbull County Commissioner Mauro Cantalamessa on the State of the County, as well as how Mauro got started, the commissioners and the programs they offered…Plus a lot more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spanning-the-need--4558982/support.

E101: Mauro Cantalamessa, Trumbull County (Ohio) Commissioner

March 22, 2022 16:00 - 42 minutes - 39 MB

#Spanningtheneed sits down with Trumbull County Commissioner Mauro Cantalamessa on the State of the County, as well as how Mauro got started, the commissioners and the programs they offered…Plus a lot more.

E104: Keith/Michelle Edenfield, The Melina Michelle Edenfield Foundation

March 12, 2022 15:00 - 59 minutes - 54.2 MB

#SpanningtheNeed is excited to start Season 4, and our 100th Episode! Tonight we sit down and talk to Keith/Michelle Edenfield with the Melina Michelle Edenfield Foundation to discuss Melina’s story, their foundation, as well as their great work and upcoming annual gala in her honor, the "Evening of Joy." More info at: https://anthonyvspano.com/event/spann... #SpanningtheNeed: https://anthonyvspano.com/ Follow Me at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anthonyvspano Instagram: https://www.i...

E100: Keith/Michelle Edenfield, The Melina Michelle Edenfield Foundation

March 12, 2022 15:00 - 59 minutes - 54.2 MB

#SpanningtheNeed is excited to start Season 4, and our 100th Episode! Tonight we sit down and talk to Keith/Michelle Edenfield with the Melina Michelle Edenfield Foundation to discuss Melina’s story, their foundation, as well as their great work and upcoming annual gala in her honor, the "Evening of Joy." More info at: https://anthonyvspano.com/event/spann... #SpanningtheNeed: https://anthonyvspano.com/ Follow Me at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anthonyvspano Instagram: https://www.i...

Episode 99: J. Warner Wallace, NBC Dateline featured cold-case homicide detective, popular national speaker/best-selling author

October 08, 2021 12:00 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MB

Join us for an extra special season 3 finale of #spanningtheneed. I sit down with J. Warner Wallace’s; a cold case for Christ where we discuss his work in cold cases, his life’s journey from atheism to Christianity & his book Cold Case Christianity and finding the faith, and what lead him to where he is today. This interview was truly my pleasure, and you won’t want to miss it. He is a NBC Dateline featured cold-case homicide detective, popular national speaker/best-selling author. J. Warner...

E103: J. Warner Wallace, NBC Dateline featured cold-case homicide detective, popular national speaker/best-selling author

October 08, 2021 12:00 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MB

Join us for an extra special season 3 finale of #spanningtheneed. I sit down with J. Warner Wallace’s; a cold case for Christ where we discuss his work in cold cases, his life’s journey from atheism to Christianity & his book Cold Case Christianity and finding the faith, and what lead him to where he is today. This interview was truly my pleasure, and you won’t want to miss it. He is a NBC Dateline featured cold-case homicide detective, popular national speaker/best-selling author. J. Warner...

E102: Ray Simon, National Recognized Local Artist & Mahoning Valley Resident

September 10, 2021 13:00 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MB

On this episode of #SpanningtheNeed, we sat down with Ray Simon, a national recognized artist and Mahoning Valley resident to talk about how he got his start, his journey and works involving professional athletic associations, athletes and the entertainment industry, military paintings and historical museums. Some of his works included: Abraham Lincoln, George Washington, Tskegee Airmen and past painting of President Donald Trump. Ray Simon: https://www.facebook.com/raymond.a.simon #Spanning...

Episode 98: Ray Simon, National Recognized Local Artist & Mahoning Valley Resident

September 10, 2021 13:00 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MB

On this episode of #SpanningtheNeed, we sat down with Ray Simon, a national recognized artist and Mahoning Valley resident to talk about how he got his start, his journey and works involving professional athletic associations, athletes and the entertainment industry, military paintings and historical museums. Some of his works included: Abraham Lincoln, George Washington, Tskegee Airmen and past painting of President Donald Trump. Ray Simon: https://www.facebook.com/raymond.a.simon #Spanning...

E101: Melinda Mikolaj Cook, Hairstylist, Small Business Owner

September 02, 2021 23:00 - 26 minutes - 23.8 MB

#Spanningtheneed sits down with Melinda Mikolaj Cook, hairstylist to talk about the salon business, challenges in the last year and how they manage the operation of the business. Watch the video episode at https://anthonyvspano.com/podcast/videos. Anthony Spano: https://anthonyvspano.com/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spanning-the-need--4558982/support.

Episode 97: Melinda Mikolaj Cook, Hairstylist, Small Business Owner

September 02, 2021 23:00 - 26 minutes - 23.8 MB

#Spanningtheneed sits down with Melinda Mikolaj Cook, hairstylist to talk about the salon business, challenges in the last year and how they manage the operation of the business. Watch the video episode at https://anthonyvspano.com/podcast/videos. Anthony Spano: https://anthonyvspano.com/

E100: Holly Welch, H.O.P.E Award Honoree, Educator and Community Volunteer

August 28, 2021 15:00 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MB

#SpanningtheNeed is spotlighting the 2020 H.O.P.E. Honoree for Lifetime Achievement presented by the Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley Holly Welch, as she discusses education and volunteerism in the community. We would like to take this time for you to meet some of the 2020 Honorees for The Hope Foundations 2020 Wine for Hope fundraiser event. The Wine for Hope event has been rescheduled until April 29, 2022 and at that time we will announce the recipient of the recipient of the 2020 wi...

Episode 96: Holly Welch, H.O.P.E Award Honoree, Educator and Community Volunteer

August 28, 2021 15:00 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MB

#SpanningtheNeed is spotlighting the 2020 H.O.P.E. Honoree for Lifetime Achievement presented by the Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley Holly Welch, as she discusses education and volunteerism in the community. We would like to take this time for you to meet some of the 2020 Honorees for The Hope Foundations 2020 Wine for Hope fundraiser event. The Wine for Hope event has been rescheduled until April 29, 2022 and at that time we will announce the recipient of the recipient of the 2020 wi...

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