TwentyFiveEight Studios Podcast

Episode 26- Heidi Germaine Schnappauf

October 20, 2019 22:00 - 2 hours - 86.5 MB

This week we are joined by multi-hyphenate, Heidi Germaine Schnappauf. She is a an artist of many talents, including musician, writer, stuntwoman, and now Film Director. You can see Heidi on the final season of NBC's BLINDSPOT, airing now. Heidi's feature film debut is F WORD, filmed entirely in NEPA. They are currently raising completion funds on KICKSTARTER. Check out their campaign and DONATE!

Episode 25- Brian O'Halloran & Diana Devlin

September 09, 2019 22:00 - 2 hours - 114 MB

"I'm not even supposed to be here today!!!" We are incrdibly fortunate to have Brian O'Halloran and Diana Devlin on our show today. you may remember Brian from such films as CLERKS, MALLRATS, CLERKS 2, JAY AND SILENT BOB STRIKE BACK, not to mention Tv Shows, and Producing. Diana we had the pleasure of meeting when we cast her in a commercial for us. She is an incredible talent, and a more wonderful human being. They are both coming off of the Table Read for CLERKS 3 to raise money, We ...

Episode 24 - Scranton School Board Member, Tom Borthwick

August 20, 2019 23:00 - 1 hour - 78.5 MB

Round 3! We are back from an EXTENDED leave to talk about something that affects all of us; School! We are joined again, but this time as a Scranton School Board Member and discuss where we were, where we are, and are we heading for trouble. As you will hear, the SSD isn't alone in its problems, but it has its problems. Tom is incredibly knowledgable and versed in how districts run, and now he's on The Board doing what he can, just like every other board member, and employee of the SSD to g...

Episode 23 - Mike Stevens

January 28, 2019 21:00 - 1 hour - 103 MB

Stacey and Mark are joined by Broadcasting Legend, Mike Stevens. Mike is known by generations for his show ON THE PENNSYLVANIA ROAD. For 40 years he has told us story’s that were always uplifting and informative. He was our voice to the small, the unknown, and the often overlooked. Mike was, and will forever be, the journalist who made all of us listen, ponder, and reflect. It was an honor to have him on the show, and we’re incredibly excited about what Mike is going to do in the future.

Episode 22 - Steve Corbett

December 10, 2018 05:00 - 2 hours - 144 MB

Hey all! We’ve been missing for a while and we can’t apologize enough, but we’re coming back with a BANG! Markie and Stacey welcome this weeks guest is Journalist, Talk Radio Host, and now OUTLAW JOURNALIST, Steve Corbett. Steve has one hell of a career that navigates both coasts all the while speaking truth to power. He has been a staple of the NEPA Political Climate for years, but now he’s leveled up to become a celebrated author. His new book, Blood Red Syrah is available now through t...

Episode 21 - "Somebody's Someone" with Mary Ann Oliveri and Jacqulyn Miles

October 01, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 101 MB

Stacey and Mark are joined by Mary Ann Oliveri and Jacqulyn Miles. This is a very special episode for us because TwentyFiveEight has been working alongside Mary Ann and Jacqulyn on an Opioid Awareness video. Somebody’s Someone” for the past few months. It is of extra importance to us all because of the opioid pandemic affecting our nation right now. Everyone on our show has been affected by this in one way or another. Mary Ann lost her beautiful daughter, Sarah over a year and a half ago, an...

Episode 20 - Conor O'Brien and The Scranton Fringe Festival

September 17, 2018 04:00 - 2 hours - 119 MB

…AND WE’RE BACK!!!! Stacey and Mark are back after a few “Work Weeks”. We are back with none other than the amazing Conor O’Brien, Executive Director of The Scranton Fringe Festival. Conor and his team, including Managing Director, Elizabeth Bohan are celebrating Scranton Fringe Festival’s 4th successful year this year.We discuss where Fringe Festival’s originated, the genesis of The Scranton Fringe Festival, and some of the misconceptions about it. This podcast we got back to more light hea...

Episode 19 - The Opioid Pandemic with Josh Rosengrant

August 06, 2018 04:00 - 2 hours - 123 MB

Stacey and Markie sit down with Josh Rosengrant, single dad of two beautiful children, and who will be 2 years sober next month. Josh was arrested on September 1st, 2016 on drug charges. He turned his life around and now he is celebrating almost 2 years sober. Josh is one of the success stories, but for many out there opioids and heroin addiction is misunderstood, and in all too relevant terms, fatal. Josh speaks about how he got to that fateful day in 2016 and what his life is like now.The ...

Episode 18 - State Of The Union With Joe Van Wie (Part 2)

July 27, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 75.3 MB

Stacey and Markie continue our conversation about the current state of affairs in America. Once again, we realize that no matter what opinion or facts that we talk about will be considered bias by most, and being that no politician in their right mind would come onto our show, we went with the next best thing, Joe Van Wie. Joe is the Owner of JVW INC. and has done campaigns for many reputable local politicians. He has a savvy mind, and a keen insight to see what is behind the curtain. **Frie...

Episode 17 - State Of The Union With Joe Van Wie (Part 1)

July 25, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 69.6 MB

Stacey and Markie sit down with Mr. Joe Van Wie to discuss the current state of affairs in America. We realize that no matter what opinion or facts that we talk about will be considered bias by most, and being that no politician in their right mind would come onto our show, we went with the next best thing, Joe Van Wie. Joe is the Owner of JVW INC. and has done campaigns for many reputable local politicians. He has a savvy mind, and a keen insight to see what is behind the curtain. **Friendl...

Episode 16 - Earl Granville (Part 2)

July 18, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 65.7 MB

In part 2, Stacey and Mark continue their sit down with combat veteran, Earl Granville. In this episode we talk about his recovery, being one legged onstage at Dropkick Murphy’s shows, and his new mission. Earl is a human being that we should all sit back and listen to and get some perspective.

Episode 15 - Earl Granville (Part 1)

July 05, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 66.2 MB

Stacey and Mark had the unique pleasure to sit down with combat veteran, and all around amazing individual, Earl Granville. He is a retired Army Staff Sgt., who lost part of his leg when a roadside bomb struck his vehicle in eastern Afghanistan in 2008. Granville was on his third deployment with the Pennsylvania National Guard’s 1/109th Infantry Regiment when he was injured. You may remember Earl from his amazing finish at the Boston Marathon one year ago, carrying his good friend and guide,...

Episode 13 - Filmmaker Zack Wilcox (PART 1)

June 18, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MB

In Episode 13, our good friend from Los Angeles, and filmmaker, Zack Wilcox was kind enough to come on. Zack and Mark have been friends for well over a decade and the stories to be shared are plenty. He was the Writer, Producer, and Director on the feature film “HUNTING LANDS” that’s been making its rounds across the film festival circuit to much acclaim. “HUNTING LANDS” was playing at the South Side Film Festival in Bethlehem, PA, so we figured, when in Rome, lets catch up. Hope you enjoy. K...

Episode 14 - Filmmaker Zack Wilcox (PART 2)

June 18, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 56.2 MB

In episode 14 of our discussion with Fimmaker Zack Wilcox, we discuss the perils and advantages to Indie Film Production and some of the techniques he employed to conceptualize and complete his Directorial debut, "HUNTING LANDS"

Episode 12 - "20 Minutes And A Beer" Video Production Panel

June 07, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 59.9 MB

In Episode 12, we were fortunate enough to participate on a panel discussing Video Production. It’s incredibly humbling to be asked by your peers to be a part of such an informative, and often misunderstood aspect of marketing; Video content. The Panel was put on by The American Advertising Federation as part of their “20 Minutes And A Beer” series. Moderated by Joe Van Wie of JVW Inc., and consisting of Paola Giangiacomo (WVIA and Fox), Mark Dennebaum (TwentyFiveEight Studios), David Corigl...

Episode 11 - Grammy Award Nominated Songwriter/Producer Jack Kugell (PART TWO)

May 03, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 81 MB

Mark, Stacey, and Jimmy are joined by Grammy Nominated Songwriter/ Producer Jack Kugell. Jack is Co-Owner of THE HEAVYWEIGHTS with Jamie Jones of the Grammy Award-winning pop group ALL 4 ONE. Artists Jack has worked with include: Christina Aguilera, Kesha, J.Lo, Fergie, The Pussycat Dolls, Jim Brickman, Martina McBride, Jessica Simpson, Sean Kingston, Mary J. Blige, Wayne Brady, Taio Cruz, 98 Degrees, All-4-One, Anastacia & Michelle Williams to name a few.

Episode 10 - Grammy Award Nominated Songwriter/Producer Jack Kugell (PART ONE)

April 25, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 66 MB

Mark, Stacey, and Jimmy are joined by Grammy Nominated Songwriter/ Producer Jack Kugell. Jack is Co-Owner of THE HEAVYWEIGHTS with Jamie Jones of the Grammy Award-winning pop group ALL 4 ONE. Artists Jack has worked with include: Christina Aguilera, Kesha, J.Lo, Fergie, The Pussycat Dolls, Jim Brickman, Martina McBride, Jessica Simpson, Sean Kingston, Mary J. Blige, Wayne Brady, Taio Cruz, 98 Degrees, All-4-One, Anastacia & Michelle Williams to name a few.Have a listen, or watch on Youtube an...

Episode 9 - Brendan Farrell, Paul Kostiak, and Lee Shaffer

March 12, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 93.6 MB

In honor of St. Patricks day, Mark and Stacey sit down with Ireland native Brendan Farrell, and fellow Avocan’s Lee Shaffer and Paul Kostiak to discuss all things Irish and their new venture TAKE ME HOME TOURS. It is a wonderful conversation about life, love, heritage and all things Irish.

Episode 8 - DJ Born

February 26, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 69.7 MB

Stacey and Mark sit down with Hazelton native, and international DJ, DJ BORN. Born brought along his son, Isiah Roper, and we talked about life growing up in NYC, moving to PA, DJ-ing with his sister SPINDERELLA from SALT N PEPA, and what success is like now.

Episode 7 - How do we address the gun problem in America with Dr. Michael Jenkins

February 19, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 74.4 MB

Mark sits down with Dr. Michael Jenkins Associate Professor in Sociology, Criminal Justice and Criminology Department. His book titled Police Leaders in the New Community Problem-Solving Era (Carolina Academic Press, 2015) explores how some of the nation's top police executives drastically changed the nature of their departments' relationships with the communities they serve. He has also authored Labor Unions, Management Innovation, & Organizational Change in Police Departments (Springer, 20...

Episode 6 - The Scranton School District - How Are We Still Here?

February 12, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 81.3 MB

Mark and Stacey sit down with Blogger/Author/Educator Tom Borthwick to continue the discussion about what has transpired in the Scranton School District since our last chat.

Episode 6 - John Mikulak and Jeff Boam

January 22, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 93.1 MB

Mark and Stacey are joined by Filmmaker John Mikulak and Jeff Boam to discuss the new NETFLIX film "THE POLKA KING", starring Jack Black. The film is based on John's documentary "THE MAN WHO WOULD BE POLKA KING", also available on NETFLIX. It chronicles the story of Hazleton immigrant Jan Levan who was convicted of running a Ponzi Scheme and sent to federal prison.

Episode 5 - Jesse "Blaze" Snider Part 2

January 15, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 77.6 MB

In part 2 of our interview with Jesse "Blaze" Snider, Mark and Stacey continue their compelling discussion with this enigmatic talent. Jesse is also Rock Royalty, being the son of Twisted Sister frontman and activist, Dee Snider, but has trailed his own way to become very successful in his career. He came all the way to see us from Long Island, New York, just to drive back home right after we were done. The conversation was so good, we had to split it into two parts. Here is part 2

Episode 4 - Jesse Blaze Snider PART 1

January 08, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 84.2 MB

Mark and Stacey are joined by Jesse Blaze Snider. Jesse is an artist, musician, voice over actor, just to name a few talents. Jesse is also Rock Royalty, being the son of Twisted Sister frontman and activist, Dee Snider. He came all the way to see us from Long Island, New York, just to drive back home right after we were done. The conversation was so good, we had to split it into two parts. Here is part 1