Youngstown Radio Reading Service
Empowering Our Community One Story At A Time
This podcast is dedicated to interviewing people who impact the community in Eastern Ohio, Western Pennsylvania and beyond! YRRS is a private, non-profit station broadcasting readings of local newspapers, magazines and best-selling books, along with presenting talk shows and special interest programs to people experiencing visual impairment.
Episodes
74 episodes
GCP: Richard Smiley, 50 Years Volunteering
Host Michael Bosela sits down with Richard Smiley, a remarkable volunteer who has dedicated 50 years to the service. Richard shares his journey, from his early days with the Society for the Blind in 1976, to recording sessions in ...
GCP: Keystone's Elizabeth Ginter
Host Michael Bosela talks with Elizabeth Ginter, Access Technology Specialist at Keystone Blind Association.For more than 65 years, Keystone has been dedicated to providing services and employment opportunities for individuals who...
GCP: Eastern Ohio Military Affairs Commission
Host Michael Bosela sits down with Bob Barko and Josh Prest to talk about the impact and mission of the Eastern Ohio Military Affairs Commission (EOMAC).Founded in 2015, EOMAC works to preserve and promote the value ...
GCP: BOST's Brenden Mostoller 2
Host Michael Bosela welcomes back returning guest Brenden Mostoller of BOST for an engaging conversation on leadership, growth, and doing business the right way.For more than 39 years, BOST has been a t...
GCP: BBB's Melissa Ames
host Michael Bosela sits down with Melissa Ames, President & CEO of the Better Business Bureau (BBB).For more than 100 years, BBB has brought local business leaders together to:Elevate ethic...
GCP: YBI's Luke Politsky
Host Michael Bosela sits down with Luke Politsky, Director of Development at YBI (formerly Youngstown Business Incubator).They discuss how YBI is:🚀 Developing successful digital businesses👩🏽💼 Ad...
GCP: Comfort Keepers' Joe Voytek
Host Michael Bosela sits down with Joe Voytek, Vice President of Comfort Keepers.Comfort Keepers is a leading provider of in-home, non-medical care, helping seniors and other adults maintain independence while...
GCP: CNA Report #3
It’s time for our once-a-season Community Needs Assessment special!This episode features Ron Selak and Brenda Linert from the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber, along with Goodwill’s Carol Holmes-Chambers<...
GCP: Rev. Edward P. Noga
In this special episode for the Easter season, host Michael Bosela sits down with Rev. Edward P. Noga, a retired Diocesan priest.Father Noga reflects on his 34 years of service at St. Patrick Church in Youngstown, sh...
GCP: Jewish Service's Ken Bielecki
Host Michael Bosela welcomes back Ken Bielecki, Executive Director of Jewish Family and Community Services.Founded by the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation, Jewish Family & Community Services was created t...
GCP: Pathways' Cathy Hergenrother
Host Michael Bosela sits down with Cathy Hergenrother, Director of Pathways Mahoning Valley.In this episode, they discuss how The HUB works with community-based organizations, agencies, and providers to build ...
GCP: Dylan's House
Host Michael Bosela sits down with Kevin and Amy Less Shope from Dylan’s House.With the start of Dylan’s House, their mission is clear: To provide housing and meaningful support for adolescents, young adults, and the...
GCP: Butler Art's Joy Mistovich
Host Michael Bosela interviews Joy Mistovich, Assistant Education Director and Digital UX Accessibility Specialist at the Butler Institute of American Art. Joy is also a PhD Candidate at the University of Kentucky, b...
GCP: Austintown Senior Center's Jessica Ricker
Host Michael Bosela sits down with Jessica Ricker, who works in marketing for the Austintown Senior Center. Established in October 2010, the Center has grown into a vibrant hub for connection and activity, with more than
GCP: Penny Pinchers' Lisa Cutlip
Host Michael Bosela sits down with Lisa Cutlip, manager at Penny Pinchers in Boardman. They talk about the incredible work Penny Pinchers does in the Mahoning Valley, Lisa’s journey to leading the store, and how Penn...
GCP: Scrappers' Jordan Taylor
Play ball! ⚾ Host Michael Bosela welcomes back Jordan Taylor, Vice President of HWS Baseball, for another great conversation. Jordan is heading into his 25th season with the Mahoning Valley Scrappers, and in this epi...
GCP: Prosecutor Lynn Maro
Host Michael Bosela sits down with Lynn Maro, the Mahoning County Prosecutor.Lynn has served in this role since January 2025 and made history as the first woman elected Prosecutor in Mahoning County. In...
GCP: YRRS 50th Anniversary Edition
This episode is a special 50th anniversary edition of the Youngstown Radio Reading Service. Host Michael Bosela is joined by Mike Muder for a meaningful conversation honoring the life and legacy of James L. Donn...
GCP: Central State's Hannah Telesz
Host Michael Bosela sits down with Hannah Telesz, a 4-H Educator with Central State University, a talented freelance photographer, and a familiar face in the Goodwill family.Hannah shares her journey through communit...
GCP: Akron Children's Christopher Liebig
Host Michael Bosela sits down with Dr. Christopher Liebig, Medical Director at Akron Children’s Mahoning Valley and a Sports Medicine Physician. They discuss the importance of specialized care for young a...
GCP: The Review Newspapers' John Kroner Sr.
We’re kicking off 2026 with the Season 3 premiere of the Good Community Podcast! Host Michael Bosela sits down with John Kroner Sr., founder, president, and publisher of The Review Newspapers.With a...
GCP: Catholic Charities' Nickie Ostick
Host Michael Bosela wraps up 2025 with Nickie Ostick, Community Outreach Director of Catholic Charities, which serves Mahoning, Trumbull, and Columbiana counties. Together, they paint a clear picture of h...
GCP: VA's Beth Levine
This week, host Michael Bosela sits down with Beth Levine, Visually Impairment Services Team (VIST) Coordinator with the Veterans Administration (VA). Beth shares how she supports veterans who are blind or visually impaired, helpi...
GCP: Mahoning County Land Bank's Debora Flora
This week, host Michael Bosela sits down with Debora Flora, Executive Director of the Mahoning County Land Bank.They discuss how the Mahoning County Land Bank works as a quasi-governmental, nonprofit community improvement c...
