Ohio and the Friend of the Needy Pioneer
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A quick one but a good one! First off, a correction to the first episode of our "History of North Canton" mini-series. It's a doozy. We also go over some fun Ohio facts! Then, we re-tune our focus on Christian Balmer, and just why he is nick-named "Friend of the Needy Pioneer."
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Bruce Woodside
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North Canton native Bruce Woodside joins us to talk about growing up in suburban Ohio and moving to Colorado and then California to follow his dreams.
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New Berlin Brewery
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We have a chat with Mike and Gretchen Leckie-Ewing about their North Canton story, and how that lead to them opening the New Berlin Brewery! New Berlin Brewery website: https://www.newberlinbrewingco.com/
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The Last Bell
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In this episode, we celebrate the legacy of Orchard Hill, Clearmount, Greentown, and Northwood as North Canton City Schools enters a new era. Special guests: Jeff Wendorf, Darlene Howland, Josh Runner, Don Myers, and many, many, many more! Special thanks to all of our contributers and listeners! Settle in, this is a long one. Recommended Listening:
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Fifty Years and Counting . . .
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We reflect on last years 50th anniversary of the North Canton Heritage Society with organization President, Suzi Pachmayer. Plus, hear the proclamation celebrating our anniversary!
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Eye of the Paranormal Storm
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In this special fun Halloween episode, we ponder the supernatural! Surrounded by milestone paranormal destinations, we wonder if normalcy is North Canton's weird claim to fame? We take a look at the surrounding communities and their infamous spooky spots, and we chat about North Canton being in the eye of a paranormal hurricane. Special Guest: Tricia Woodside
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The Mission
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YOU, the listener, get the inside scoop on the North Canton Heritage Society's new Mission Statement!
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The History of North Canton, Part Ten: Touchstones
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Season finale! The final (for now) part of our "History of North Canton" mini-series. In this post-script episode, Kevin reflects on what he's learned; rambles on about North Canton today; and recommends a lot of stuff. Plus a heap of thank yous and dedications!
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The History of North Canton, Part Nine: Yesterday and Tomorrow
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North Canton enters the 21st Century! Even as the country struggles with new conflicts, North Canton faces an uncertain future . . . one without the Hoover Company. What happens when the tent-pole of the community is gone? And where can hope be found?
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The History of North Canton, Part Eight: Milestones
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In this latest installment of “The History of North Canton,” we learn about the history of the Diebold company, which was setting up on Mayfair Road in the 1970s. Plus, we celebrate several milestones in North Canton.
info_outlineSeason finale! The final (for now) part of our "History of North Canton" mini-series. In this post-script episode, Kevin reflects on what he's learned; rambles on about North Canton today; and recommends a lot of stuff. Plus a heap of thank yous and dedications!
Share your touchstone via e-mail OR in the comments of the social media posts for this episode. Down below are Kevin's recommendations! Listen to the episode before you go explorin'.
North Canton Sun (via North Canton Public Library)
American September (YouTube) (not suitable for young viewers/listeners)
You're Wrong About - "Political Correctness" (not suitable for young listeners)
Every Little Thing - "What Would Happen To Your Body in Space?"
The Greatest Generation by Tom Brokaw
The Great Influenza: The Story of the Deadliest Pandemic in History by John M Barry
Talking to Strangers: What We Should Know About People We Don't Know by Malcolm Gladwell
Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harari