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- 21-WFMJ News Podcast
Morgan Harper: A new addition to the Ohio Senate race to challenge Tim Ryan
In the latest edition of the 21 News podcast, Chris Cerenelli speaks with Columbus attorney and progressive Democrat Morgan Harper, who's challenging Tim Ryan…
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Advice for students and parents on Delta variant concerns and the return to the classroom
In this 21 News podcast, anchor Madison Tromler speaks with Michele Wilmoth, Akron Children's Hospital School Health Services Director, who gives advice for…
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After an alarming climate change report – is it too late to change?
In this 21 News podcast, anchor Madison Tromler talks with Kent State University Economist and environmental researcher Dr. Omid Bagheri, who weighs in on a…
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Is it possible to change people's opinions who listen to 'influencers' on social media?
In today's 21 News podcast, anchor Madison Tromler speaks with Kent State University Associate Professor of Sociology and Co-Director of Healthy Communities…
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'Boom Boom' Mancini talks about 'Youngstown's Night of Champions' event
In this 21 News podcast, sports director Dana Balash talks with Ray 'Boom Boom' Mancini who competed professionally from 1979 to 1992 held the WBA lightweight…
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Kelly Pavlik talks about "Youngstown's Night of Champions" event this Friday
In this 21 News podcast, sports director Dana Balash talks with former WBC and WBO middleweight champion Kelly Pavlik about "Youngstown's Night of Champions,"…
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Ohio Senate Race: Moreno looks to bring back US jobs; believes GM owes the Valley
In the latest in our series of interviews with the candidates seeking to win the Senate seat currently held by Rob Portman, 21 News managing editor Justin…
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Air quality warnings... what do they really mean?
In today's 21 News podcast, Chris Cerenelli speaks with Dr. Timothy Barreiro, a pulmonologist, about the how the western U.S. wildfire smoke is affecting…
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How hazy days of summer are causing stronger storms in Valley
In today's 21 News podcast, Chris Cerenelli and meteorologist Andre DiPaolo discuss how wildfires in the western U.S. are leading to stronger storms across the…
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Ohio Senate Race: Matt Dolan talks about his run for Rob Portman's seat
In this 21 News podcast with Ohio State Senator Matt Dolan, Sydney Cantey discusses Matt Dolan's run for state senator, who he is, what he's looking for on his…
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Employment attorney answers questions about returning to work post COVID
Employment attorney, John Gerak of Ogletree Deakins in Cleveland talks about returning to work and the lifting of certain COVID 19 restrictions while on the…
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How one handshake in 1946 has led to a new commemorative statue in Youngstown
In this 21 news podcast, reporter Sydney Cantey discusses how a handshake in 1946 is now being commemorated in Youngstown. Sydney speaks with Ernie Brown…
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OHIO SENATE RACE. Mike Gibbons talks what role of government should be, why he thinks he will win
Next in our series of in-depth conversations with the candidates vying for the Ohio Senate seat that will be vacated by Rob Portman next year, 21 News managing…
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How to get help for a family member suffering with mental health issues
21 News Anchor Madison Tromler sits down with Mahoning County Mental Health & Recovery Board Executive Director to discuss how families can seek help for…
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Ways to effectively reduce violence in Youngstown and the Valley
In this 21 News podcast, reporter Sydney Canty talks about the increase in violence in our city with Irvin Waller, Emeritus Professor of Criminology at the…
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Juneteenth: Mixers, music, movies & more planned for Valley
In today's 21 News podcast, reporter Malaynia Spiva speaks with Joseph Napier, Founder of the Youngstown Creative Collective and Chairman of Youngstown's…
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Ohio Senate race. Candidate Jane Timken on how she plans to unify the party and win in 2022
It's shaping up to be one of the most consequential political contests in the nation. Who will take over the Senate seat currently held by Republican Rob…
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Legendary boxers coming to Youngstown Amphitheatre to talk about classic fights
He's worn many hats over the years, from state senator to gubernatorial candidate to judge. But before all of that, he wore a pair of Golden Gloves. And it's…
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Is finding the origins of Covid 19 pandemic important — and if so, why?
In this 21 News podcast, Dr. Ben Neuman speaks with reporter Matt Stone about what is (and isn't) important about finding the origins of Covid 19 and why he…
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Columbiana Co. summer road projects
In today's 21 News podcast, County Engineer Bert Dawson discusses the big road projects and issues driver's will face. Listen up to know where and when the…
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Mahoning Co. road projects
In today's 21 News podcast, Mahoning Co. Engineer Patrick Ginnetti discusses all the upcoming big road and bridge projects in the county. Know where the…
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Trumbull Co. road projects
In this 21 News podcast, County Engineer Randy Smith talks about the large road and bridge projects that will cause delays in your commute. Listen up to know…
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"Boom Boom" Mancini discusses one-man show at Robins Theatre
WFMJ Today anchor Steve Vesey talks with Ray "Boom Boom" Mancini about his one-man show at Robins Theatre in Warren Saturday, May 22. Mancini talks about what…
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HIPPA laws and vaccinations. What are your rights?
In today's 21 News podcast, managing editor J. Breen Mitchell speaks with Cleveland attorney and former Ohio Attorney General Marc Dann about what people don't…
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Youngstown City Schools share reconfiguring plans for district. How will the plan help?
In this 21 News Podcast, Anchor and Reporter Erin Simonek sits down with Justin Jennings, CEO of the Youngstown City School District as they unveil their…
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US Secretary of Transportation Buttigieg explains how American Jobs Plan will help the Valley
In today's 21 News podcast, managing editor of news J. Breen Mitchell speaks with former and possibly future Presidential candidate and Transportation…
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Will the US be able reach herd immunity, and if not, what does it mean going forward?
In today's 21 News podcast, anchor Jennifer Brindisi speaks with Dr. Ben Neuman, Niles native and world-renowned virologist from Texas A&M about herd immunity…
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Should I get the vaccine if I had COVID? How long until herd immunity is here?
In today's 21 News podcast, reporter Matt Stone talks about the COVID vaccine with Mercy Health's chief clinical officer for the Valley, Dr. James Kravec —…
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Suffer from seasonal allergies? Here are some helpful tips to relieve the pain
In today's 21 News podcast, we speak with Dr. Jill Haltigan, Family Medicine Physician at Salem Primary Care about seasonal allergies. More than 60 million…
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Reflecting on Walter Mondale’s legacy
In today's 21 News Podcast, midday anchor Jennifer Brindisi talks with Donna DeBlasio, a professor of history, and discuss Walter Mondale, the former Vice…
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Former Vindicator reporter talks about mystery novel set in Youngstown
In this WFMJ Community Connection Podcast, host Madonna Chism Pinkard speaks with Dale Peskin, a native Youngstowner and former Vindicator reporter who wrote a…
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Scrappers manager Coco Crisp talks future with new league
In this 21 News podcast, WFMJ sports director Dana Balash talks with former MLB outfielder and World Series champion Coco Crisp, who will manage the Mahoning…
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Want to attend the NFL Draft in Cleveland? Here's how to do it
In this 21 News podcast, sports director Dana Balash talks with the President of the Cleveland Sports Commission, David Gilbert, about the upcoming NFL Draft…
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The pandemic's impact on education — how bad is it?
In today's 21 News podcast, anchor Jennifer Brindisi discusses the effects the pandemic has had on education over the past year with Karyn Lewis, a senior…
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How can local people, businesses recover economically from the pandemic?
In this 21 News podcast, anchor Erin Simonek speaks with Kent State economics associate professor, Dr. Lockwood Reynolds about the nation's economy that's been…
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The impact of the COVID battle on front line workers
In today's special edition of the 21 News Podcast – we continue to discuss the COVID-19 pandemic, one year later. 21 News Anchor Madison Tromler down with Dr…
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The pandemic - one year later - and what will prevent this from happening again?
In this 21 News Podcast, WFMJ anchor Derek Steyer speaks with coronavirus expert and Niles native, Dr. Ben Neuman, about the history of the COVID-19 virus on…
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Will the Canfield Fair be back to normal this year? Listen and find out
It's the crown jewel of summertime in the Mahoning Valley. Thousands of people come from far and wide every year to the Canfield Fair. Last year was more than…
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Golfer Tre' Craig talks of Tiger Woods's contributions to the game
In this 21 News podcast, Chris Cerenelli talks with professional golfer Tre' Craig, an up-and-coming mini-tour player who discusses Tiger Woods's contributions…
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Tiger Woods road to recovery
In this 21 News podcast, Chris Cerenelli talks with orthopedic trauma surgeon Dr. Tyson Schrickel from Mercy Health about pro golfer Tiger Woods' recent…
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Mental health decline during covid and stigmas that prevent people from seeking help
In our continuing series of Black History Month podcasts, 21 News reporter Sydney Canty speaks with Gloris Griffin, a licensed professional counselor…
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The significance of the Lordstown battery plant for Valley, US and world
From history to the future: Less than three years since General Motors shuttered it's Lordstown plant, the Valley has gone from left in the dust to ground zero…
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The importance of helping educators, society to learn and share in black history
In this 21 News podcast, reporter Corey McCrea speaks with Reverend Dr. Jamie Washington about the importance of black history and helping educators understand…
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Black History Month: Healthcare solutions in the African American community
In the continuing coverage for Black History Month with WFMJ News, Madonna Pinkard talks with Dr. Kwame Williams in this podcast about foot disease and…
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Black History Month. The History & Impact of Black Culture
In today's 21 News podcast, reporter Malaynia Spiva speaks with Dr. Patrick Spearman, YSU's Director of Africana Studies about The History and Impact of Black…
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Social Security Administration updates that affect all families
In today's Community Connection podcast, which is the first of four in honor of Black History Month, host Madonna Pinkard speaks with Social Security…
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White House Deputy Press Secretary discusses new stimulus package, moving forward
In today's 21 News podcast, anchor Derek Steyer speaks with White House Deputy Press Secretary TJ Ducklo on plans to move forward, potentially along party…
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How far away is our return to normal life with covid-19 vaccine, herd immunity?
In today's 21 News podcast, anchor Derek Steyer questions Dr. Bruce Vanderhoff, the chief medical officer for the Ohio Department of Health, just how far are…
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Will the COVID vaccine work against more contagious new variants?
In this edition of the 21 News podcast, Jennifer Brindisi speaks with our coronavirus expert and Niles native, Dr. Ben Neuman, about the latest developments…
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Insurrection in the U.S. Where are we headed?
It's almost hard to believe all that has transpired in the United States since last Wednesday, when domestic terrorists supporting the sitting President of the…
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YSU president Jim Tressel talks university, sports, jobs for Valley in post-pandemic world
Back in April, we spoke with YSU president Jim Tressel about the impact the pandemic was likely to have on the university over the coming months. At that time…
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21 News exclusive. Gov. DeWine: "We don't have enough vaccine"
Lindsay McCoy spoke with Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today about the state's plans for the year ahead. The governor says he remains optimistic for this year, but…
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Is there longterm impact on students from remote learning?
With the arrival of a Covid 19 vaccine comes hopes for a return to normal over the course of the new year. People returning to offices, social functions taking…
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Ways to juggle remote learning for working families
It's a common problem. How to juggle remote learning, especially with very young children and working families? One new program aims to make those issues a…
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Ohio schools and the Fair Funding Plan proposal
It's been roughly a quarter-century since the way Ohio funds its public schools was deemed unconstitutional, but yet nothing has changed in all that time. But…
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Renowned virologist talks COVID vaccine, and when we could return to normal
When may we actually see a Covid-19 vaccine? And how long before that means a return to normal? In this 21 News Podcast, Dr. Benjamin Neuman, Niles native and…
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Biden, Trump officials discuss final campaign goals with days to go
In this edition of the 21 News podcast, Matt Stone speaks with Joe Biden's deputy press secretary Bill Russo, and Donald Trump's senior adviser for strategy…
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What does Trump Jr. want Valley voters to know with only days until election day?
In this 21 News Podcast, reporter Erin Simonek spoke with Donald Trump Jr. at his 'Make America Great Again!' event at the Maronite Center in Youngstown. With…
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"Biden whisperer" Senator Chris Coons discusses strategy, hurdles for party
In this edition of the 21 News podcast, Managing editor Justin Mitchell speaks to Delaware Senator Chris Coons, who has been called the "Biden whisperer" by…
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How can Trump or Biden win the debate?
In this 21 News Podcast, reporter Madison Tromler interviews Mahoning Valley Congressman Tim Ryan and President Trump campaign spokesperson Hogan Gidley on…