Spanning the Need
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. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spanning-the-need--4558982/support.
Episodes
April 16, 2024 • 26 mins
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 leaders...
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September 26, 2023 • 31 mins
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 Andre...
Spanning the Need sits down with Andre...
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🔴 #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 p...
#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 p...
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June 7, 2023 • 14 mins
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 lesson...
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🔴 #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 #Spanningth...
#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 #Spanningth...
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May 23, 2023 • 17 mins
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...
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December 16, 2022 • 53 mins
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 i...
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December 9, 2022 • 36 mins
#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
Becom...
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
Becom...
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December 2, 2022 • 46 mins
#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: htt...
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: htt...
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November 25, 2022 • 66 mins
#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 ...
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#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.
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330ToGO provides breaking news coverage, entertainment, traffic updates, and sports and event coverage through Facebook postings and Live broadcasts, also through Facebook.
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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 ...
There are so many great non-profits, it is hard to ...
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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 con...
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 con...
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Quote: “One vote can make a difference.”
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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 h...
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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 h...
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November 4, 2022 • 32 mins
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 ...
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 ...
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October 27, 2022 • 25 mins
#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 t...
#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 t...
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Quote: “We have to figure out ways to work together.”
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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...
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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...
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October 13, 2022 • 36 mins
Quote: “Be a part of a team and understand the value of bringing people together to help you accomplish a goal."
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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 ...
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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 ...
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Quote: “History is nothing but stories.”
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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...
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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...
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Quote: “Over 50% of educators quit the profession completely in the first five years of teaching, and I was gonna be one of them.”
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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...
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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...
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