Unscripted with Ashley Russo
110 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 months ago - ★★★★★ - 18 ratingsWe see present day versions of empowered business people and formidable influencers, but what’s the story behind their triumph? What hairpin turns and radical choices were made that finally lead them down the path of success? Ashley Russo, President & Executive Producer of ASR Media Productions and host of The PEAK TV, shares the sometimes surprising, always inspiring conversations with accomplished people who run their worlds.
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Unscripted with Russo Season 3 Ep. 8 - Kevin Greene
June 26, 2020 19:30 - 31 minutes - 59.6 MBKevin, the chief operating officer of Faces International, has a constant drive to achieve his dreams. Listen as Kevin shares why making an impact in the community is vital for success and why the Lehigh Valley is a place of rebirth for him.
Unscripted with Russo Season 3 Ep. 9 - Kevin Greene
June 26, 2020 19:30 - 31 minutes - 59.6 MBKevin, the chief operating officer of Faces International, has a constant drive to achieve his dreams. Listen as Kevin shares why making an impact in the community is vital for success and why the Lehigh Valley is a place of rebirth for him.
Unscripted with Russo Season 3 Ep. 5 - Kevin Greene
June 26, 2020 19:30 - 31 minutes - 59.6 MBKevin, the chief operating officer of Faces International, has a constant drive to achieve his dreams. Listen as Kevin shares why making an impact in the community is vital for success and why the Lehigh Valley is a place of rebirth for him.
Unscripted with Russo Season 3 Ep. 4: Carol Obando-Derstine
April 24, 2020 19:30 - 31 minutes - 59 MBA community champion and voice for STEM education, Carol Obando-Derstine is an advocate for change in the Lehigh Valley. Listen as she shares why life is never a linear path and how everyone does better when everyone is thriving.
Unscripted With Russo Season 3, Ep. 3 - Kendal Conrad
April 03, 2020 19:30 - 27 minutes - 51.9 MBWhether she’s opening the show for country music’s biggest stars or rocking local Lehigh Valley breweries, Kendal Conrad makes her presence known. Find out where Kendal's musical journey began and what this on-the-rise artist has planned for her future.
Unscripted with Russo BONUS episode - Why I Love The Lehigh Valley
March 27, 2020 19:30 - 11 minutes - 22.5 MBWhile we've talked to guests from all over the country, the common thread that ties them together is their love for the Lehigh Valley. Take a listen as Kendal Conrad, Kevin Greene, Carol Obando-Derstine, Dr. Tina Richardson and Andrew Stanten share what they love most about the Lehigh Valley and why they call it home.
Unscripted with Russo Season 3 Ep. 2: Andrew Stanten
March 20, 2020 19:30 - 24 minutes - 46.2 MBAs co-founder of Altitude Marketing, Andrew Stanten knows the importance of workplace culture and striving to be your best. Listen as Andrew reflects on the growth of Altitude Marketing and why he decided to stay in the Lehigh Valley.
Unscripted with Russo Season 3 Premiere: Richard Thompson
March 06, 2020 20:30 - 23 minutes - 44.1 MBRichard Thompson redefines the idea of following your dreams. As an entrepreneur at heart, Richard chats with us from Factory LLC's podcast studio about his many business adventures and the recent collaboration for Unscripted's new recording location.
Meet the Team: Introducing Krysta Gunderman
February 21, 2020 20:30 - 8 minutes - 15.5 MBOur very own Krysta Gunderman has always had a knack for planning events and organizing activities. Take a listen to find out why this makes her the most perfect Project Manager for our team.
Meet the Team: Introducing Steve Kauffman
February 07, 2020 20:30 - 8 minutes - 16.5 MBMeet Steve Kauffman, our drone-flying enthusiast Associate Director of Photography. Listen to learn more about why Steve is truly in his element when he's behind the camera.
Unscripted with Russo Bonus Episode: Autobiography
January 24, 2020 20:30 - 2 minutes - 5.26 MBWe all have a story to tell, but what would our successful community members Qiana Cressman, Khine Zaw, Shawn Kent Hayashi, and Dave McCormack & Dru Thomas title their autobiographies? Find out in this Unscripted Bonus episode!
Season 2 Finale: Danny Roebuck
January 10, 2020 21:58 - 48 minutes - 90.4 MBClosing out our second season, Danny Roebuck returns to his stomping grounds in Bethlehem, PA in the midst of his acting successes. Listen as Ashley and Danny discuss the importance of giving back to your community, upcoming endeavors, and how God has guided him throughout his filmmaking journey.
Season 2, Ep. 11: Khine Zaw
January 03, 2020 20:30 - 42 minutes - 78.3 MBKhine Zaw has transitioned from a childhood without electricity in Burma to providing victims of abuse with full time jobs at Khinder Creations. Listen as Khine shares her emotional journey to success and how transforming suffering into courage brought a newfound purpose.
Unscripted Bonus Content: Ask Ashley
December 20, 2019 20:30 - 5 minutes - 10.4 MBThe tables have turned! Guests George Wacker, Rahmieneh Ortiz, and Kim Fraites-Dow put Ashley in the hot seat and ask her a question of their choice.
Unscripted with Russo Season 2 Ep. 13: Pam Deller
December 13, 2019 20:30 - 38 minutes - 70.8 MBBefore she was the publisher of Lehigh Valley Style Magazine, Pam Deller was undecided where to take her career. Listen as she and Ashley discuss the importance of being driven and why you should always raise your hand first.
Unscripted with Russo Season 2 Ep.12: Qiana Cressman
December 06, 2019 20:30 - 36 minutes - 67.8 MBQiana Cressman, CEO of Emerge Woman Magazine, inspires women of all backgrounds to become the best versions of themselves. Dive in and discover how Qiana's love for words and connecting with people has lead to her current success.
Unscripted Bonus Content: Favorite Holiday Memory
November 29, 2019 20:30 - 4 minutes - 7.74 MBThe holidays are here and magic is in the air! Take a listen to Sadie Nardini, Chris Morganelli, Joe Fitzpatrick and Danny Roebuck's favorite holiday memories in this bonus episode.
Season 2, Ep. 10: Chris Kocher
November 22, 2019 20:30 - 33 minutes - 62.4 MBChris Kocher, president of Wildlands Conservancy, has been recognized statewide by the PA Department of Environmental Protection and the PA Environmental Council, for his devotion to the environment. Listen as Ashley and Chris discuss the importance of protecting what you love, and why the work of Wildlands Conservancy has never been more important.
Season 2, Ep. 9: Shawn Kent Hayashi
November 15, 2019 20:30 - 38 minutes - 72.5 MBFounder and CEO of The Professional Development Group, Shawn Kent Hayashi is a high performing team consultant, executive coach and best-selling author. Take a listen as Ashley and Shawn dive into the importance of emotional intelligence and how she learned to adapt to change and culture quickly.
Season 2, Ep. 8: Dave & Dru
November 08, 2019 20:30 - 35 minutes - 65.7 MBOwners of one of the top 200 salons in the country, Dave McCormack and Dru Thomas have been elevating the looks of the Lehigh Valley community for the past 20 years. In this episode, Dave, Dru and Ashley discuss the success of American Hairlines and the joy of bringing the beauty out in others.
Season 2, Ep. 7: Dr. LaKeisha Thorpe
November 01, 2019 19:30 - 40 minutes - 74.9 MBAssistant Dean of Graduate and Adult Studies at Moravian College, Dr. LaKeisha Thorpe is a higher education professional who is passionate about student goals, liberal arts education, and cultural humility. In this episode, Ashley and LaKeisha talk through the journey of education and how creativity has always been an essential part of growth.
Season 2, Ep. 6: Chris Morganelli
October 25, 2019 19:30 - 33 minutes - 63 MBLehigh Valley native, Chris Morganelli, has launched multiple businesses including Morganelli Properties, MC IT, and Network Magazine. Listen as Chris shares how being the kid who "built the lemonade stand" impacted his life as an entrepreneur.
Season 2, Episode 5: Rahmieneh Ortiz
October 18, 2019 19:30 - 34 minutes - 64.8 MBRahmieneh Ortiz is a driven business owner and passionate leader. Learn from her journey to entrepreneurial success as she shares the importance of stepping out of your comfort zone.
Season 2, Ep. 4: Joe Fitzpatrick
October 11, 2019 19:30 - 41 minutes - 76.9 MBJoe Fitzpatrick, founding member of Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, P.C., is one of Eastern PA's premier land use and development attorneys. Joe shares the importance of being in touch with culture and history and his prediction for Lehigh Valley’s future.
Season 2 Ep. 3: Kim Fraites-Dow
October 04, 2019 19:30 - 47 minutes - 88 MBAs CEO of Girls Scouts of Eastern PA, Kim Fraites-Dow offers a community where girls and young women do IT ALL. In this episode, Kim reveals her fondness for the clarinet and how growing up in a military family has impacted the way she views the world.
Season 2 Ep. 2: George Wacker
September 27, 2019 19:30 - 39 minutes - 74.3 MBKnown for his vibrant personality and love of the Lehigh Valley, George Wacker unites our community with his blog and podcast, Lehigh Valley With Love. In this episode George and Ashley reflect on those movers and shakers shaping the Lehigh Valley and the joys of parenthood.
Season 2 Ep. 1: Sadie Nardini
September 20, 2019 19:30 - 46 minutes - 85.5 MBAfter a decade of focus and commitment to heal her broken body after an accident, Sadie Nardini is the mastermind behind one of the most successful online yoga brands and the founder of Core Strength Vinyasa Yoga. Ashley and Sadie discuss the power of believing in yourself and how to triumph in times of hardship.
ASR's Digital Producer: Dakota Reinike
September 13, 2019 19:30 - 5 minutes - 9.74 MBMeet Dakota Reinike, our creative, driven, animal-loving Digital Producer. One of the recent additions to the team, Dakota shares why she enjoys working at ASR and some dreams she plans to accomplish for the future.
ASR's Coordinating Producer: Stephanie Mettler
September 06, 2019 19:30 - 4 minutes - 7.96 MBAlthough Steph is behind the scenes as ASR's Coordinating Producer, in this episode she's front and center! Listen as Steph reveals some of her favorite things and hear right from ASR why she's a loved member of the team
Dinner with Anyone
August 30, 2019 19:30 - 3 minutes - 5.97 MBIf you could dine with anyone, living or dead, who would it be? Our local community influencers have a few ideas. Listen to some potential dinner companions courtesy of (in order) Don Cunningham, Robyn Cavallaro, Alex Michaels and Eve Russo.
Unscripted Bonus Content: Dinner with Anyone
August 30, 2019 19:30 - 3 minutes - 7.08 MBIf you could dine with anyone, living or dead, who would it be? Our local community influencers have a few ideas. Listen to some potential dinner companions courtesy of (in order) Don Cunningham, Robyn Cavallaro, Alex Michaels and Eve Russo.
ASR's Associate Producer: Katie Pressler
August 23, 2019 19:30 - 5 minutes - 9.47 MBMeet Katie Pressler, part-time producer, part-time ASR cheerleader. Get to know a little more about KP's role at ASR, and discover why the team loves this bubbly and energetic producer.
Favorite Place To Travel
August 16, 2019 19:30 - 4 minutes - 7.93 MBThere's no vacation from leadership, but if there were, our local community members have a few destinations in mind. Catch some unique bucket-list destinations featuring (in order) Marci Ronald-Lesko, Ken Szydlow, Becca Lynn and Matt Petrozelli.
ASR's Lead Camera: Dylan Sweeney
August 09, 2019 19:30 - 7 minutes - 14 MBLover of comics, black holes, and anything vegan - Dylan has been shaking things up at ASR since 2015. Take a listen to get an in-depth look at why ASR loves his creativity.
First Job
August 02, 2019 19:30 - 10 minutes - 19.3 MBEven the pros started somewhere. Learn how members of our community got their start, featuring (in order) Paula Young, Tony Iannelli, Stephanie Wells, Craig Thatcher and Dr. Joseph Roy.
ASR's Director of Photography: Katie Santana
July 26, 2019 19:30 - 4 minutes - 8.98 MBEver wonder, "what does a Director of Photography do?" ASR Media's very own DP, Katie Santana, tells us all about it and so much more! One of the OG, find out why Katie is so loved and revered as a leader.
Last Meal
July 19, 2019 19:30 - 5 minutes - 9.87 MBLeadership works up quite an appetite. We've captured some of our favorite answers when guests were asked, "what would be your last meal." Featuring (in order) Tony DaRe, Lissette Santana, Carson Kressley and Kassie Hilgert.
Episode 23: Carson Kressley
June 14, 2019 20:00 - 34 minutes - 63.2 MBOne of the original Fab Five on Queer Eye, Carson Kressley is a true American celebrity - television personality, actor, designer and Allentown, PA native. But before his television debut, Carson was a world champion equestrian and member of the U.S. World Cup Saddle Seat team. Dear friends for many years with similar passions, Ashley and Carson reminisce about their history of big hats and horse shows while discussing what's in store for Carson's lively future.
Episode 22: Tina Hasselbusch
June 07, 2019 20:00 - 50 minutes - 93.8 MBBorn out of her work with ASR Media Productions, Tina established Social T Marketing & PR in 2017, creating endless possibilities to clients throughout the tri-state area. In this episode, Ashley & Tina dive into the creation of 410 Collaborative and reveal why stepping out of comfort zones may be the best thing for success.
Episode 21: Matt Petrozelli
May 31, 2019 20:00 - 39 minutes - 72.9 MBMatt Petrozelli, CEO of Valley National Financial Advisors, oversees company operations and executive leadership. In this episode, Matt reveals his love for history and why his fascination with people drives his passion to lend a hand.
Unscripted with Russo Ep. 20: Elaine Zelker
May 24, 2019 20:00 - 42 minutes - 78.6 MBKnown throughout the Lehigh Valley for her beautiful headshots and stunning photography, Elaine Zelker is a go-getter entrepreneur with multiple side hustles. In this episode, Elaine shares her philosophy on living life while encouraging others to ignite the fire within.
Episode 19: The Wisdom Coalition
May 17, 2019 20:00 - 42 minutes - 78.6 MBThe Wisdom Coalition teams Nancy Werteen, award-winning WFMZ reporter and anchor, with author, certified health coach and founder of Live Balanced for Life, Kim Howie. The two have fused their passion for uplifting women and detail for us the importance of supporting one another and finding joy in every part of life.
Episode 18: Lissette Santana
May 10, 2019 20:00 - 45 minutes - 84.6 MBLissette Santana is a generous and confident figure who works diligently to highlight PPL’s commitment to the Lehigh Valley community. In this episode, Lissette expresses her passion for giving back and how going with the flow is the best way to live life.
Episode 17: Marina Madain
May 03, 2019 20:00 - 41 minutes - 77.5 MBMarina Madain is an up-and-coming salon owner. At just 22, Marina reveals her journey of opening a small business, Vanity Studio and Salon, and her advice to young women hoping to follow their dreams.
Episode 16: Don Cunningham
April 26, 2019 20:00 - 51 minutes - 95.6 MBPlanned or not, Don Cunningham's life mission is to serve the Lehigh Valley. As president and CEO of the Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corporation and previous Mayor of Bethlehem, Don details how he lives in the now and why collaboration is key to executing any ideas.
Episode 15: Stephanie Wells
April 19, 2019 20:00 - 54 minutes - 101 MBWhether it's dishing the latest Hollywood gossip or giving advice to listeners, Stephanie Wells is an established presence on hit music station, B104. In this episode, Steph shares the importance of being fully present as a mom and how B104 made her comfortable in her own skin.
Episode 14: Marci Ronald-Lesko
April 12, 2019 20:00 - 44 minutes - 83.5 MBAs Executive Vice President of United Way of The Greater Lehigh Valley, Marci Ronald-Lesko is devoted to caring for others while impacting the future of our community. In this episode, Marci details the importance of living in the now and doing your work with integrity.
Episode 13: Alex Michaels
April 05, 2019 20:00 - 41 minutes - 76.6 MBMany of us call the Lehigh Valley home, but few know the man responsible for featuring the area's entertainment, leisure, and hospitality offerings. Alex Michaels, President & CEO of Discovery Lehigh Valley, details his past in the military and tells us why we have a stronger voice when we work together.
Episode 12: Becca Lynn
March 29, 2019 20:00 - 51 minutes - 95.7 MBWhether on-air or in the community, Cat Country 96 DJ, Becca Lynn, is an energetic and well-known personality around the Lehigh Valley and beyond. Ashley and Becca dish on her passion for radio and why you don't have to fit one mold to be beautiful.
Episode 11: Robyn Cavallaro
March 22, 2019 20:00 - 43 minutes - 81.8 MBIf food is the way to the heart, Robyn Cavallaro has fed the souls of thousands across the Lehigh Valley. Owner of Sagra Bistro and her latest venture, Sagra Beans, Robyn shares her passion for food, family, and adventure.