Doug's Front Porch Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:34:37 -0400 https://dougsfrontporch.buzzsprout.com en-us © 2026 Doug's Front Porch yes Support this Podcast deff250b-838f-5bae-a6d3-c813a7efe0be Doug Madenford episodic false Join host, Doug Madenford, as he welcomes guests onto his front porch for some good old-fashioned conversation. New episodes air on the 1st of each month. 

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Doug Madenford https://storage.buzzsprout.com/cqxglcz9gmpho82v7pwfdipm8iq2?.jpg Doug's Front Porch https://dougsfrontporch.buzzsprout.com Douglas Madenford 116 - Christopher Malone 116 - Christopher Malone In this episode I welcome Christopher Malone on to the Front Porch. Christopher is the curator at Historic Trappe where he helps tell the story of the Muhlenberg Family and the Pennsylvania German experience in the 18th and 19th centuries. We discuss his love of antiques, what it's like to be a curator, and how objects from the past can really help someone today understand the history.

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]]> In this episode I welcome Christopher Malone on to the Front Porch. Christopher is the curator at Historic Trappe where he helps tell the story of the Muhlenberg Family and the Pennsylvania German experience in the 18th and 19th centuries. We discuss his love of antiques, what it's like to be a curator, and how objects from the past can really help someone today understand the history.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-19433691 Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400 2660 full false 115 - Tim Dedman 115 - Tim Dedman This episode I welcome Tim Dedman to the Front Porch. We discuss his years as a middle school teacher, his transition to working for the National Education Association in Washington DC and our shared roles and responsibilities as District Deputies in the masonic fraternity. Tim also tells us what makes a good leader and why good leadership is so important. We close out the interview with our normal ten quick questions!

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]]> This episode I welcome Tim Dedman to the Front Porch. We discuss his years as a middle school teacher, his transition to working for the National Education Association in Washington DC and our shared roles and responsibilities as District Deputies in the masonic fraternity. Tim also tells us what makes a good leader and why good leadership is so important. We close out the interview with our normal ten quick questions!

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-19419582 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 2816 full false 114 - Frank Redmon (Replay) 114 - Frank Redmon (Replay) In this episode we welcome Dr. Francis (Frank) Redmon on to the Front Porch. Frank was the superintendent of schools for the Keystone Central School District in Mill Hall, PA...and my boss. We discuss his childhood growing up the son of a Marine father and all of the many places that he moved to and lived in. We also discuss his path to becoming a teacher, a principal and finally to the role of being a superintendent. We discuss his philosophy on leadership and how he envisions public ed moving in the future. [Originally aired 01 March 2025].

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]]> In this episode we welcome Dr. Francis (Frank) Redmon on to the Front Porch. Frank was the superintendent of schools for the Keystone Central School District in Mill Hall, PA...and my boss. We discuss his childhood growing up the son of a Marine father and all of the many places that he moved to and lived in. We also discuss his path to becoming a teacher, a principal and finally to the role of being a superintendent. We discuss his philosophy on leadership and how he envisions public ed moving in the future. [Originally aired 01 March 2025].

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-19351635 Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 3412 full false 113 - Ashley Bowes 113 - Ashley Bowes I welcome colleague and friend, Ashley Bowes, up on the Front Porch. We discuss her childhood, her time spent in public education as a Special Education English Teacher and Facilitator. We also so discuss her big move from education to owning her own berry and produce farm. She tells us why she made this career move and the joy that working the earth brings her. We close out with our 10 quick questions. 

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]]> I welcome colleague and friend, Ashley Bowes, up on the Front Porch. We discuss her childhood, her time spent in public education as a Special Education English Teacher and Facilitator. We also so discuss her big move from education to owning her own berry and produce farm. She tells us why she made this career move and the joy that working the earth brings her. We close out with our 10 quick questions. 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-18934424 Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 2633 full false 112 - The Class of 2026 112 - The Class of 2026 This month I continue the tradition of sitting down with some of my graduating seniors. This year I welcome Derek Shope, Christiana Gladden, Glenn Hough, and Callie Cella onto the Front Porch. They discuss what they did in high school, what they are feeling as they prepare to graduate, what they are afraid of, what they are proud of, and what their future plans are. 

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]]> This month I continue the tradition of sitting down with some of my graduating seniors. This year I welcome Derek Shope, Christiana Gladden, Glenn Hough, and Callie Cella onto the Front Porch. They discuss what they did in high school, what they are feeling as they prepare to graduate, what they are afraid of, what they are proud of, and what their future plans are. 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-19037398 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 1811 full false 111 - André Poschadel 111 - André Poschadel We're going international again here on the Front Porch as I welcome my dear friend from Germany, André Poschadel. We discuss his love of photography, his time in the German military as well as his years of service in the police force. We look back on the time that we have spent together filming three documentaries and we close our conversation out with our 10 quick questions. 

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]]> We're going international again here on the Front Porch as I welcome my dear friend from Germany, André Poschadel. We discuss his love of photography, his time in the German military as well as his years of service in the police force. We look back on the time that we have spent together filming three documentaries and we close our conversation out with our 10 quick questions. 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-18886221 Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 3015 full false 110 - Nathan Stimmel 110 - Nathan Stimmel In this episode I welcome to the front porch a dear friend that I've known since middle school, Nate Stimmel. We reminisce about the environment that we grew up in and how we were constantly allowed to be creative. We discuss his work as an art therapist and his current job where he works researching suicide. We also discuss his involvement with the "The Pittsburgh Beer Choir." We close the show out with our normal ten quick questions. 

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]]> In this episode I welcome to the front porch a dear friend that I've known since middle school, Nate Stimmel. We reminisce about the environment that we grew up in and how we were constantly allowed to be creative. We discuss his work as an art therapist and his current job where he works researching suicide. We also discuss his involvement with the "The Pittsburgh Beer Choir." We close the show out with our normal ten quick questions. 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-18666786 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 3137 full false 109 - Kit Heron 109 - Kit Heron In this episode I welcome my family doctor, Dr. Kit Heron, on to the Front Porch. We discuss his long desire to become a doctor, his unique bedside manner, working through the pandemic, how AI is changing medicine, and his new role as a teacher of future doctors. We close out with our usual ten quick questions. 


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]]> In this episode I welcome my family doctor, Dr. Kit Heron, on to the Front Porch. We discuss his long desire to become a doctor, his unique bedside manner, working through the pandemic, how AI is changing medicine, and his new role as a teacher of future doctors. We close out with our usual ten quick questions. 


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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-18504049 Sun, 01 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 2422 full false 108 - Jason Craig 108 - Jason Craig In this episode I welcome Jason Craig up on the Front Porch. We discuss his experiences as a young EMT, his transition to emergency planning, and his current role as an educator of future medical personnel at West Virginia University's Simulation Training and Education for Patient Safety. We end the discussion looking back at his term as the head of a statewide fraternal organization. Leadership and service seem to come naturally to Jason, we discuss where that might come from. 

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]]> In this episode I welcome Jason Craig up on the Front Porch. We discuss his experiences as a young EMT, his transition to emergency planning, and his current role as an educator of future medical personnel at West Virginia University's Simulation Training and Education for Patient Safety. We end the discussion looking back at his term as the head of a statewide fraternal organization. Leadership and service seem to come naturally to Jason, we discuss where that might come from. 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-18394867 Sun, 01 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 2780 full false 107 - Welcome 2026! 107 - Welcome 2026! In this episode we welcome 2026 in by taking a short journey through The Old Farmer's Almanac. We take a look at long range forecasts for the year, major anniversaries happening, and important dates. I offer my thoughts on the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States to close the episode out. 

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]]> In this episode we welcome 2026 in by taking a short journey through The Old Farmer's Almanac. We take a look at long range forecasts for the year, major anniversaries happening, and important dates. I offer my thoughts on the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States to close the episode out. 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-18277957 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 841 full false 106 - Merit Patterson 106 - Merit Patterson In this episode we welcome former student and dear friend, Merit Patterson, onto the front porch. We discuss his high school cross country days, his transition to becoming a "rat" at the Virginia Military Institute, to fulfilling his lifelong dream of becoming a United States Marine. Merit tells us what service means to him and what the attributes of a good leader are. 

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]]> In this episode we welcome former student and dear friend, Merit Patterson, onto the front porch. We discuss his high school cross country days, his transition to becoming a "rat" at the Virginia Military Institute, to fulfilling his lifelong dream of becoming a United States Marine. Merit tells us what service means to him and what the attributes of a good leader are. 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-18025471 Mon, 01 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2990 full false 105 - Angela Harding 105 - Angela Harding In this episode we welcome former colleague and friend, Angela Harding, onto the Front Porch. Ang is currently serving as one of the County Commissioners for Clinton County, PA. We get a civics lesson on just what do County Commissioners do and the importance of following and understanding local government. We also discuss Ang's son, Von, and his success on the Penn State football field and what that experience was like for Mamma Harding. 

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]]> In this episode we welcome former colleague and friend, Angela Harding, onto the Front Porch. Ang is currently serving as one of the County Commissioners for Clinton County, PA. We get a civics lesson on just what do County Commissioners do and the importance of following and understanding local government. We also discuss Ang's son, Von, and his success on the Penn State football field and what that experience was like for Mamma Harding. 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-17677583 Sat, 01 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0400 2397 full false 104 - Steven Perrin 104 - Steven Perrin In this episode I welcome Steven Perrin on to the front porch. We discuss his epiphany that led him to the Emergency Medical Services life. He tells us about his time as a Critical Care Flight Paramedic to his new role as the manager of a local EMS center. We also learn how he deals with the stress that accompanies his line of work. 

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]]> In this episode I welcome Steven Perrin on to the front porch. We discuss his epiphany that led him to the Emergency Medical Services life. He tells us about his time as a Critical Care Flight Paramedic to his new role as the manager of a local EMS center. We also learn how he deals with the stress that accompanies his line of work. 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-17516892 Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400 2597 full false 103 - Chelsea Grieb 103 - Chelsea Grieb This month we welcome Chelsea Grieb on to the front porch. Chelsea is currently the Health Occupations teacher at the school where I teach. We discuss her journey to becoming a nurse and then her transition from nursing to teaching future nurses and health care workers. We discuss the shared skills between the two professions and close out with our 10 quick questions. 

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]]> This month we welcome Chelsea Grieb on to the front porch. Chelsea is currently the Health Occupations teacher at the school where I teach. We discuss her journey to becoming a nurse and then her transition from nursing to teaching future nurses and health care workers. We discuss the shared skills between the two professions and close out with our 10 quick questions. 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-17503431 Mon, 01 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400 2318 full false 102 - Tyler Barth (Replay) 102 - Tyler Barth (Replay) In this episode I welcome Tyler Barth, Principal of Robb Elementary School in Lock Haven, PA, on to the front porch. We discuss his childhood that was heavily influenced by both his parents and his grandparents. We also discuss why he went into education, his transition from the classroom to the principal's office, and how he builds and maintains a culture of caring and excellence in his building. [Originally aired 01 September 2024].

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]]> In this episode I welcome Tyler Barth, Principal of Robb Elementary School in Lock Haven, PA, on to the front porch. We discuss his childhood that was heavily influenced by both his parents and his grandparents. We also discuss why he went into education, his transition from the classroom to the principal's office, and how he builds and maintains a culture of caring and excellence in his building. [Originally aired 01 September 2024].

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-17095337 Fri, 01 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400 2651 full false 101 - Kevin Macomber 101 - Kevin Macomber In this episode we welcome Kevin Macomber on to the front porch. Kevin is the author of the book: Walking from the Shadows: My Journey with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. We discuss his long battle with PTSD and what drove him to write his book. We also discuss his advocacy for all people suffering with PTSD. 

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]]> In this episode we welcome Kevin Macomber on to the front porch. Kevin is the author of the book: Walking from the Shadows: My Journey with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. We discuss his long battle with PTSD and what drove him to write his book. We also discuss his advocacy for all people suffering with PTSD. 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-16998650 Tue, 01 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400 2866 full false 100 - Doug Madenford 100 - Doug Madenford Yahoo! Throw your straw hats up in the air because we are celebrating. This episode marks the 100th episode of Doug's Front Porch. For such an event, I felt obliged to turn the interview table around and instead of asking the questions, I would answer them. A special thanks goes out to Kevin Shock for interviewing me and Dustin Shirk for asking me my 10 quick questions. Here's to the next 100!

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]]> Yahoo! Throw your straw hats up in the air because we are celebrating. This episode marks the 100th episode of Doug's Front Porch. For such an event, I felt obliged to turn the interview table around and instead of asking the questions, I would answer them. A special thanks goes out to Kevin Shock for interviewing me and Dustin Shirk for asking me my 10 quick questions. Here's to the next 100!

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-17053217 Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400 4719 full false 99 - The Class of 2025 99 - The Class of 2025 This month I continue the tradition of sitting down with some of my graduating seniors. This year I welcome Avah Rafter, Michael Britten, Victoria Guthrie, and Ricky Fantaski onto the Front Porch. They discuss what they did in high school, what they are feeling as they prepare to graduate, what they are afraid of, what they are proud of, and what their future plans are. 

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]]> This month I continue the tradition of sitting down with some of my graduating seniors. This year I welcome Avah Rafter, Michael Britten, Victoria Guthrie, and Ricky Fantaski onto the Front Porch. They discuss what they did in high school, what they are feeling as they prepare to graduate, what they are afraid of, what they are proud of, and what their future plans are. 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-16964755 Thu, 01 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400 1570 full false 98 - Lara Thomas 98 - Lara Thomas In this episode I welcome Lara Thomas on to the Front Porch. We discuss Lara's childhood, being the daughter of two educators and a mother who instilled a love of genealogy in her. We also discuss Lara's work with the Berks County Association for Graveyard Preservation. Lara tells us about the great things that they do and what she has learned and experienced helping to take care of centuries old cemeteries in south-eastern Pennsylvania.

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]]> In this episode I welcome Lara Thomas on to the Front Porch. We discuss Lara's childhood, being the daughter of two educators and a mother who instilled a love of genealogy in her. We also discuss Lara's work with the Berks County Association for Graveyard Preservation. Lara tells us about the great things that they do and what she has learned and experienced helping to take care of centuries old cemeteries in south-eastern Pennsylvania.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-16515023 Tue, 01 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400 2743 full false 97 - Frank Redmon 97 - Frank Redmon In this episode we welcome Dr. Francis (Frank) Redmon on to the Front Porch. Frank is currently the superintendent of schools for the Keystone Central School District in Mill Hall, PA...and my boss. We discuss his childhood growing up the son of a Marine father and all of the many places that he moved to and lived in. We also discuss his path to becoming a teacher, a principal and finally to the role of being a superintendent. We discuss his philosophy on leadership and how he envisions public ed moving in the future.

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]]> In this episode we welcome Dr. Francis (Frank) Redmon on to the Front Porch. Frank is currently the superintendent of schools for the Keystone Central School District in Mill Hall, PA...and my boss. We discuss his childhood growing up the son of a Marine father and all of the many places that he moved to and lived in. We also discuss his path to becoming a teacher, a principal and finally to the role of being a superintendent. We discuss his philosophy on leadership and how he envisions public ed moving in the future.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-16459949 Sat, 01 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0500 3233 full false 96 - Scott Reagan 96 - Scott Reagan In this episode I welcome Scott Reagan onto the Front Porch. We discuss his childhood that was immersed in all kinds of music, his undergrad work in German and his graduate work in ethnomusicology. We also discuss his current work at Martin Guitar and writing and performing traditional and original PA Dutch language folk music. We close the interview out with our 10 quick questions.

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]]> In this episode I welcome Scott Reagan onto the Front Porch. We discuss his childhood that was immersed in all kinds of music, his undergrad work in German and his graduate work in ethnomusicology. We also discuss his current work at Martin Guitar and writing and performing traditional and original PA Dutch language folk music. We close the interview out with our 10 quick questions.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-16359761 Sat, 01 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2683 full false 95 - Welcome 2025! 95 - Welcome 2025! In this episode we welcome 2025 in by taking a short journey through my trusty Baer's Agricultural Almanac. We take a look at long range forecasts for the year, major anniversaries happening, and some humorous stories as well.

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]]> In this episode we welcome 2025 in by taking a short journey through my trusty Baer's Agricultural Almanac. We take a look at long range forecasts for the year, major anniversaries happening, and some humorous stories as well.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-16161926 Wed, 01 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500 826 full false 94 - Eve Allen 94 - Eve Allen In this episode I welcome Eve Allen on to the front porch. Eve is the program director for the Northeast Bioregion at the Ecological Health Network. We discuss her work on improving the supply of native seeds and plants to support ecological restoration, her travels, and the importance of the human connection to our ecosystem.

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]]> In this episode I welcome Eve Allen on to the front porch. Eve is the program director for the Northeast Bioregion at the Ecological Health Network. We discuss her work on improving the supply of native seeds and plants to support ecological restoration, her travels, and the importance of the human connection to our ecosystem.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-15873157 Sun, 01 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500 2841 full false 93 - Norman Jung 93 - Norman Jung We go international this month as we welcome my good friend, Norman Jung, from Steinbach am Glan, Germany, on to the Front Porch. We discuss the wisdom and life lessons instilled in Norman by his grandparents, his study abroad in Arizona, and his work with the Pennsylvania Dutch culture from his side of the Atlantic. We end with our classic 10 quick questions.

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]]> We go international this month as we welcome my good friend, Norman Jung, from Steinbach am Glan, Germany, on to the Front Porch. We discuss the wisdom and life lessons instilled in Norman by his grandparents, his study abroad in Arizona, and his work with the Pennsylvania Dutch culture from his side of the Atlantic. We end with our classic 10 quick questions.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-15633983 Fri, 01 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0400 2936 full false 92 - Jeremy Nolen 92 - Jeremy Nolen In this episode I invite award winning chef, Jeremy Nolen onto the front porch. We discuss his lifelong affair with food and his particular love of German cuisine. We also discuss his newest endeavor of offering tours to germanic Europe that are all food and drink focused. He also offers some advice for all of you foodies and home cooks out there!

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]]> In this episode I invite award winning chef, Jeremy Nolen onto the front porch. We discuss his lifelong affair with food and his particular love of German cuisine. We also discuss his newest endeavor of offering tours to germanic Europe that are all food and drink focused. He also offers some advice for all of you foodies and home cooks out there!

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-15510111 Tue, 01 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 2141 full false 91 - Tyler Barth 91 - Tyler Barth In this episode I welcome Tyler Barth, Principal of Robb Elementary School in Lock Haven, PA, on to the front porch. We discuss his childhood that was heavily influenced by both his parents and his grandparents. We also discuss why he went into education, his transition from the classroom to the principal's office, and how he builds and maintains a culture of caring and excellence in his building.

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]]> In this episode I welcome Tyler Barth, Principal of Robb Elementary School in Lock Haven, PA, on to the front porch. We discuss his childhood that was heavily influenced by both his parents and his grandparents. We also discuss why he went into education, his transition from the classroom to the principal's office, and how he builds and maintains a culture of caring and excellence in his building.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-15455036 Sun, 01 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 2570 full false 90 - Len Rutecki (Replay) 90 - Len Rutecki (Replay) In this episode I welcome friend and colleague, Len Rutecki, onto the front porch. Len is the autism teacher at my school and we discuss all things autism from what it is to how he works with his students. We also discuss how Len uses his gifts and abilities to raise money and awareness for autism outside of school. Throughout his life he has learned one thing that he continues to challenge us all to do: be kind. [Originally aired April 01, 2023]

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]]> In this episode I welcome friend and colleague, Len Rutecki, onto the front porch. Len is the autism teacher at my school and we discuss all things autism from what it is to how he works with his students. We also discuss how Len uses his gifts and abilities to raise money and awareness for autism outside of school. Throughout his life he has learned one thing that he continues to challenge us all to do: be kind. [Originally aired April 01, 2023]

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-15337991 Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 2729 full false 89 - Ethan Rode 89 - Ethan Rode In this episode I welcome fellow PA Dutch instructor and friend, Ethan Rode, up on the front porch. We discuss his childhood growing up on a farm, his move to Canada to study linguistics and his recent work as an online instructor of the PA Dutch language.

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]]> In this episode I welcome fellow PA Dutch instructor and friend, Ethan Rode, up on the front porch. We discuss his childhood growing up on a farm, his move to Canada to study linguistics and his recent work as an online instructor of the PA Dutch language.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-15153749 Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 2703 full false 88 - The Class of 2024 88 - The Class of 2024 In this episode I continue the tradition of talking with some of my graduating seniors. This year I welcome Griffin Redmon, Sofia Dressler, Elise Cygan, and Emily Shetler onto the Front Porch. We discuss their time in high school, their accomplishments, their fears, and what they are most proud of. We close our discussion with our usual 10 quick questions.

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]]> In this episode I continue the tradition of talking with some of my graduating seniors. This year I welcome Griffin Redmon, Sofia Dressler, Elise Cygan, and Emily Shetler onto the Front Porch. We discuss their time in high school, their accomplishments, their fears, and what they are most proud of. We close our discussion with our usual 10 quick questions.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-15013729 Sat, 01 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400 2489 full false 87 - Tara Mondock 87 - Tara Mondock In this episode I welcome Tara Mondock up on the front porch. We discuss her childhood in Florida, her sojourn to college in western North Carolina, and her work with the Extension Office at the Pennsylvania State University. We then turn our discussion to her experience as an active member of the Order of the Eastern Star and their main charity: the Service Dog Project. We close the discussion with our 10 quick questions.

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]]> In this episode I welcome Tara Mondock up on the front porch. We discuss her childhood in Florida, her sojourn to college in western North Carolina, and her work with the Extension Office at the Pennsylvania State University. We then turn our discussion to her experience as an active member of the Order of the Eastern Star and their main charity: the Service Dog Project. We close the discussion with our 10 quick questions.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-14589835 Wed, 01 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400 2563 full false 86 - Bill Donner 86 - Bill Donner In this episode I welcome Dr. William Donner onto the front porch. Bill is currently the Freyberger Professor of Pennsylvania German Studies at Kutztown University and is also the chair of the Anthropology and Sociology Department. We discuss his time living on a small Polynesian island in the pacific to his work studying and researching the Pennsylvania Dutch. We also talk about how he defines culture and just how do cultures evolve and how that evolution affects the identity of a culture.

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]]> In this episode I welcome Dr. William Donner onto the front porch. Bill is currently the Freyberger Professor of Pennsylvania German Studies at Kutztown University and is also the chair of the Anthropology and Sociology Department. We discuss his time living on a small Polynesian island in the pacific to his work studying and researching the Pennsylvania Dutch. We also talk about how he defines culture and just how do cultures evolve and how that evolution affects the identity of a culture.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-14336720 Mon, 01 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400 2862 full false 85 - Lew Bryson 85 - Lew Bryson In this episode I welcome Lew Bryson up on to the front porch. We discuss his journey from rural Lancaster county to his love of food and drink including his various publications about beer and whiskey. We close our discussion talking about his current podcast, Seen Through A Glass, and discuss the value and importance of eating and drinking locally.

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]]> In this episode I welcome Lew Bryson up on to the front porch. We discuss his journey from rural Lancaster county to his love of food and drink including his various publications about beer and whiskey. We close our discussion talking about his current podcast, Seen Through A Glass, and discuss the value and importance of eating and drinking locally.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-14409309 Fri, 01 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500 2612 full false 84 - Richard Mammana 84 - Richard Mammana In this episode I welcome Richard Mammana on to the front porch. We discuss his multi-ethnic childhood growing up in Easton, PA. We also discuss his acamdemic journey of studying greek, latin, and church history. We close our conversation with a discussion about his current work of documenting colonial-era Pennsylvania Dutch tombstones and what walking hundreds of old cemeteries has taught him about life.

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]]> In this episode I welcome Richard Mammana on to the front porch. We discuss his multi-ethnic childhood growing up in Easton, PA. We also discuss his acamdemic journey of studying greek, latin, and church history. We close our conversation with a discussion about his current work of documenting colonial-era Pennsylvania Dutch tombstones and what walking hundreds of old cemeteries has taught him about life.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-14192169 Thu, 01 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 2771 full false 83 - Welcome 2024 83 - Welcome 2024 In this episode we welcome 2024 in by taking a short journey through my trusty Baer's Agricultural Almanac. We take a look at long range forecasts for the year, major anniversaries happening, and some humorous stories as well.

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]]> In this episode we welcome 2024 in by taking a short journey through my trusty Baer's Agricultural Almanac. We take a look at long range forecasts for the year, major anniversaries happening, and some humorous stories as well.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-14048153 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1205 full false 82 - Katy Bodenhorn Barnes 82 - Katy Bodenhorn Barnes In this episode I welcome Katy Bodenhorn Barnes up onto the front porch. We discuss her childhood in north Texas and her journey to college at BYU. We talk a lot about her current role as the Director of Genealogical Services at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania. We close our conversation with some deep questions about the power of genealogy and how learning about your past can make you a better person.

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]]> In this episode I welcome Katy Bodenhorn Barnes up onto the front porch. We discuss her childhood in north Texas and her journey to college at BYU. We talk a lot about her current role as the Director of Genealogical Services at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania. We close our conversation with some deep questions about the power of genealogy and how learning about your past can make you a better person.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-13630214 Fri, 01 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2881 full false 81 - Brian Aynardi 81 - Brian Aynardi In this episode I welcome Brian Aynardi, a dear friend and distant cousin, up on the front porch. We talk about his childhood in Wyomissing, PA, and his journey to Penn State to pursue degrees in Turf Management. We spend the rest of our conversation talking about his addiction to alcohol and his successful road to recovery.

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]]> In this episode I welcome Brian Aynardi, a dear friend and distant cousin, up on the front porch. We talk about his childhood in Wyomissing, PA, and his journey to Penn State to pursue degrees in Turf Management. We spend the rest of our conversation talking about his addiction to alcohol and his successful road to recovery.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-13329704 Wed, 01 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0400 3293 full false 80 - Gretchen Swank 80 - Gretchen Swank In this episode I welcome Gretchen Swank up on the front porch. We discuss her childhood in the mountains of central PA, her time as a criminal investigator for the Pennsylvania State Police and her recent journey into the world of Urglaawe and Braucherei.

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]]> In this episode I welcome Gretchen Swank up on the front porch. We discuss her childhood in the mountains of central PA, her time as a criminal investigator for the Pennsylvania State Police and her recent journey into the world of Urglaawe and Braucherei.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-13300892 Sun, 01 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2718 full false 79 - Nancy Rodabaugh 79 - Nancy Rodabaugh In this episode I welcome Nancy Rodabaugh on to the front porch. Nancy recently completed the 500+ mile Camino de Santiago pilgrimage through France and Spain. We talk about her preparation, her journey, and what the experience taught her.

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]]> In this episode I welcome Nancy Rodabaugh on to the front porch. Nancy recently completed the 500+ mile Camino de Santiago pilgrimage through France and Spain. We talk about her preparation, her journey, and what the experience taught her.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-13139754 Fri, 01 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 3162 full false 78 - Hiram Smith (Replay) 78 - Hiram Smith (Replay) In this episode I welcome Hiram Smith up on the front porch. Hiram is a professor of Spanish and Linguistics at Bucknell University here in central PA. We discuss his youth as an "Army Brat" and the various places that he lived growing up. We also discuss African-American-English and its history within the American story as well as an honest and enlightening discussion on the "N-Word." We close the interview with our normal 10 quick questions which get sidetracked by a quick discussion on the black perspective in movies. [Originally aired June 15, 2022]

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]]> In this episode I welcome Hiram Smith up on the front porch. Hiram is a professor of Spanish and Linguistics at Bucknell University here in central PA. We discuss his youth as an "Army Brat" and the various places that he lived growing up. We also discuss African-American-English and its history within the American story as well as an honest and enlightening discussion on the "N-Word." We close the interview with our normal 10 quick questions which get sidetracked by a quick discussion on the black perspective in movies. [Originally aired June 15, 2022]

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-12973859 Tue, 01 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 3923 full false 77 - Pete Ruggieri (Replay) 77 - Pete Ruggieri (Replay) On this episode, Pete Ruggieri joins me on the front porch. We talk about his time as a 911 dispatcher in Chester County, PA and then we discuss his various charity work. Pete is the brains behind the annual Santa Stumble held in Lancaster each that has raised thousands of dollars to benefit the Lancaster mounted patrol and K-9 units. We close our discussion with stories about his involvement in fostering Doberman Pinschers. [Originally aired April 1, 2022]

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]]> On this episode, Pete Ruggieri joins me on the front porch. We talk about his time as a 911 dispatcher in Chester County, PA and then we discuss his various charity work. Pete is the brains behind the annual Santa Stumble held in Lancaster each that has raised thousands of dollars to benefit the Lancaster mounted patrol and K-9 units. We close our discussion with stories about his involvement in fostering Doberman Pinschers. [Originally aired April 1, 2022]

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-12973828 Sat, 01 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 3235 full false 76 - Michael Werner 76 - Michael Werner In this episode I welcome my dear friend, Michael Werner, up on the front porch. Michael is a publisher in the Palatinate region of Germany, who runs the PA Dutch language newspaper: Hiwwe wie Driwwe. Over the years his love of the PA Dutch language and culture and his work with it has helped build a strong transatlantic bridge between our two countries. We discuss his love of languages and his journey to connect with his own culture by studying the PA Dutch.

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]]> In this episode I welcome my dear friend, Michael Werner, up on the front porch. Michael is a publisher in the Palatinate region of Germany, who runs the PA Dutch language newspaper: Hiwwe wie Driwwe. Over the years his love of the PA Dutch language and culture and his work with it has helped build a strong transatlantic bridge between our two countries. We discuss his love of languages and his journey to connect with his own culture by studying the PA Dutch.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-12750120 Thu, 15 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2967 full false 75 - The Class of 2023 75 - The Class of 2023 In this episode I welcome seven of my current seniors up on the front porch to discuss their thoughts on their upcoming high school graduation. We discuss their fears, accomplishments and future plans. Shout out to Rebecca Muthler, Chris Corbin, Madeline Jones, Jack Hanna, Peter Monoski, Kelsey Burrows, and Aaron Eldred for their words.

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]]> In this episode I welcome seven of my current seniors up on the front porch to discuss their thoughts on their upcoming high school graduation. We discuss their fears, accomplishments and future plans. Shout out to Rebecca Muthler, Chris Corbin, Madeline Jones, Jack Hanna, Peter Monoski, Kelsey Burrows, and Aaron Eldred for their words.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-12702303 Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1814 full false 74 - Feli from Germany 74 - Feli from Germany In this episode I welcome German YouTuber, Feli from Germany, on to the front porch. We discuss her childhood in Munich, her various trips back and forth between the US and Germany, and the growth and success of her YouTube channel. She truly is a cultural ambassador between our two countries with a unique perspective and ability to teach the value of our differences and similarities. 

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]]> In this episode I welcome German YouTuber, Feli from Germany, on to the front porch. We discuss her childhood in Munich, her various trips back and forth between the US and Germany, and the growth and success of her YouTube channel. She truly is a cultural ambassador between our two countries with a unique perspective and ability to teach the value of our differences and similarities. 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-12604928 Mon, 15 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 3230 full false 73 - David Adam 73 - David Adam In this episode I welcome longtime friend and proud PA Dutchman, David Adam, on to the front porch. We discuss his bi-lingual childhood, how he met his wife of 62 years, and his love of teaching PA Dutch.

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]]> In this episode I welcome longtime friend and proud PA Dutchman, David Adam, on to the front porch. We discuss his bi-lingual childhood, how he met his wife of 62 years, and his love of teaching PA Dutch.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-12537586 Mon, 01 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2783 full false 72 - Shan Packer 72 - Shan Packer In this episode I invite Shan Packer up on the front porch. We discuss his childhood growing up in a real company town, his career as a machinist and his eventual transition to teaching, and we close our conversation with a discussion about the current state of career technical education in our society. Today's vo-tech is not the same vo-tech that we all grew up with.

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]]> In this episode I invite Shan Packer up on the front porch. We discuss his childhood growing up in a real company town, his career as a machinist and his eventual transition to teaching, and we close our conversation with a discussion about the current state of career technical education in our society. Today's vo-tech is not the same vo-tech that we all grew up with.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-12497263 Sat, 15 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 3287 full false 71 - Len Rutecki 71 - Len Rutecki In this episode I welcome friend and colleague, Len Rutecki, onto the front porch. Len is the autism teacher at my school and we discuss all things autism from what it is to how he works with his students. We also discuss how Len uses his gifts and abilities to raise money and awareness for autism outside of school. Throughout his life he has learned one thing that he continues to challenge us all to do: be kind.

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]]> In this episode I welcome friend and colleague, Len Rutecki, onto the front porch. Len is the autism teacher at my school and we discuss all things autism from what it is to how he works with his students. We also discuss how Len uses his gifts and abilities to raise money and awareness for autism outside of school. Throughout his life he has learned one thing that he continues to challenge us all to do: be kind.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-12349712 Sat, 01 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2624 full false 70 - Kathryn Kline 70 - Kathryn Kline In this episode I welcome former student and friend, Kathryn Kline, up on the front porch. We discuss her love of writing that lead to a career in journalism. We talk about her experiences from writing obituaries for the local newspaper to being a press intern in the US Senate and now her job with a major network news bureau in Washington DC. We close our conversation with some honest talk about the current media landscape and what she envisions as the future of media and journalism moving forward.

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]]> In this episode I welcome former student and friend, Kathryn Kline, up on the front porch. We discuss her love of writing that lead to a career in journalism. We talk about her experiences from writing obituaries for the local newspaper to being a press intern in the US Senate and now her job with a major network news bureau in Washington DC. We close our conversation with some honest talk about the current media landscape and what she envisions as the future of media and journalism moving forward.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-12270147 Wed, 15 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2684 full false 69 - Ryan Veltri 69 - Ryan Veltri In this episode I welcome friend and colleague, Ryan Veltri, up on the front porch. We discuss how soccer has played a major role in his life from playing to coaching, the ups and downs of being a high school emotional support teacher, and the joy that the Dave Matthew's Band brings him. 

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]]> In this episode I welcome friend and colleague, Ryan Veltri, up on the front porch. We discuss how soccer has played a major role in his life from playing to coaching, the ups and downs of being a high school emotional support teacher, and the joy that the Dave Matthew's Band brings him. 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-12150406 Wed, 01 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 3065 full false 68 - Jenn Eaton 68 - Jenn Eaton In this episode I welcome Jenn Eaton up on the front porch. Jenn is the curator at the Pennsylvania Military Museum located in Boalsburg, PA. We talk about all things history and the challenges that she and her colleagues face trying to make history fun and welcoming to new generations.

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]]> In this episode I welcome Jenn Eaton up on the front porch. Jenn is the curator at the Pennsylvania Military Museum located in Boalsburg, PA. We talk about all things history and the challenges that she and her colleagues face trying to make history fun and welcoming to new generations.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-12127624 Wed, 15 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 3352 full false 67 - Kai Miller 67 - Kai Miller In this episode I welcome high school friend, Kai Miller, up on the front porch. Kai has had a career that has taken her from NASA to the VA to her own business ventures. Kai has been a student and teacher of communications her whole life. In our interview we take a deep dive on just what is effective communication and how a true understanding of trust, authenticity, and empathy all aid in becoming a strong and effective communicator. 

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]]> In this episode I welcome high school friend, Kai Miller, up on the front porch. Kai has had a career that has taken her from NASA to the VA to her own business ventures. Kai has been a student and teacher of communications her whole life. In our interview we take a deep dive on just what is effective communication and how a true understanding of trust, authenticity, and empathy all aid in becoming a strong and effective communicator. 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-11936988 Wed, 01 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2722 full false 66 - Taylor Leitzell 66 - Taylor Leitzell In this episode I welcome Taylor Leitzell onto the Front Porch. Taylor is a financial planner by trade and we talk all things money and savings. Taylor is able to make these difficult conversations easy to have, as you will hear in our talk. Want to know what an IRA is? No idea how a 401K works? Sit down, hit play, and enjoy!

Taylor Leitzell is with Diversified Asset Planners which offers securities through J.W. Cole Financial, Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC. The opinions expressed by Taylor Leitzell should not be construed as specific investment, legal, or tax advice.

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]]> In this episode I welcome Taylor Leitzell onto the Front Porch. Taylor is a financial planner by trade and we talk all things money and savings. Taylor is able to make these difficult conversations easy to have, as you will hear in our talk. Want to know what an IRA is? No idea how a 401K works? Sit down, hit play, and enjoy!

Taylor Leitzell is with Diversified Asset Planners which offers securities through J.W. Cole Financial, Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC. The opinions expressed by Taylor Leitzell should not be construed as specific investment, legal, or tax advice.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-11781658 Sun, 15 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2391 full false 65 - Welcome 2023! 65 - Welcome 2023! In this episode I welcome the new year by paging through my trusty Baer's Almanac for 2023. I highlight important anniversaries being celebrated this year as well the overall forecast for the year and finally give some sage advice from the one and only Amos Appleschnitz!

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]]> In this episode I welcome the new year by paging through my trusty Baer's Almanac for 2023. I highlight important anniversaries being celebrated this year as well the overall forecast for the year and finally give some sage advice from the one and only Amos Appleschnitz!

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-11781639 Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1129 full false 64 - The Belsnickel 64 - The Belsnickel In this episode the one and only Belsnickel joins me on the Front Porch. Yep, that crusty, sometimes mean, Christmas gift giver of the Pennsylvania Dutch, comes out of the shadows and sits down with me for an honest conversation.  We really gain some insight into his background and just what makes him tick.

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]]> In this episode the one and only Belsnickel joins me on the Front Porch. Yep, that crusty, sometimes mean, Christmas gift giver of the Pennsylvania Dutch, comes out of the shadows and sits down with me for an honest conversation.  We really gain some insight into his background and just what makes him tick.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-11781627 Thu, 15 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1321 full false 63 - Christoph Erbach 63 - Christoph Erbach In this episode, I welcome Christoph Erbach on to the Front Porch. We discuss his childhood growing up in small town Germany,. Christoph explains how the German health insurance system works as we compare and contrast it to the American system. We close our discussion with a lively talk about the power of music and friendships in forming bridges between our two countries.

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]]> In this episode, I welcome Christoph Erbach on to the Front Porch. We discuss his childhood growing up in small town Germany,. Christoph explains how the German health insurance system works as we compare and contrast it to the American system. We close our discussion with a lively talk about the power of music and friendships in forming bridges between our two countries.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-11509372 Thu, 01 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 4030 full false 62 - Laughs at Thanksgiving 62 - Laughs at Thanksgiving In this episode we hear four funny stories about Thanksgiving provided by listeners of the show! Not every Thanksgiving is a Hallmark style experience as you will quickly find out listening to these experiences!

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]]> In this episode we hear four funny stories about Thanksgiving provided by listeners of the show! Not every Thanksgiving is a Hallmark style experience as you will quickly find out listening to these experiences!

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-11446485 Tue, 15 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 967 full false 61 - David Hunsicker 61 - David Hunsicker In this episode I welcome David Hunsicker up on the Front Porch. We discuss his very PA Dutch childhood, his conversion to Islam, his time spent in Turkey and Uzbekistan, and close talking about his job working in the Palestinian and Israeli conflict. A fascinating conversation to say the least!

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]]> In this episode I welcome David Hunsicker up on the Front Porch. We discuss his very PA Dutch childhood, his conversion to Islam, his time spent in Turkey and Uzbekistan, and close talking about his job working in the Palestinian and Israeli conflict. A fascinating conversation to say the least!

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-11262612 Tue, 01 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0400 3253 full false 60 - Ann Wheeler 60 - Ann Wheeler In this episode I welcome Ann Wheeler on to the front porch. Earlier in Ann's life she clerked for a judge on the federal 6th circuit court. I invited Ann on to give us all a Civics 101 lecture on the Supreme Court. We discuss how the court works, just what do the justices do, and what might the future look like for the judicial system in the United States. 

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]]> In this episode I welcome Ann Wheeler on to the front porch. Earlier in Ann's life she clerked for a judge on the federal 6th circuit court. I invited Ann on to give us all a Civics 101 lecture on the Supreme Court. We discuss how the court works, just what do the justices do, and what might the future look like for the judicial system in the United States. 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-11070379 Sat, 15 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 3673 full false 59 - George Reppert 59 - George Reppert In this episode I welcome George Reppert up on the front porch. He might just be one of the most interesting men in the world as you will hear from our interview. We discuss the time he lived in a homeless shelter even though he wasn't homeless and his experiences of owning a head shop in the 1970s. We then get a full on lesson about all things whiskey as George teaches us about what in Gaelic is called the "water of life."

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]]> In this episode I welcome George Reppert up on the front porch. He might just be one of the most interesting men in the world as you will hear from our interview. We discuss the time he lived in a homeless shelter even though he wasn't homeless and his experiences of owning a head shop in the 1970s. We then get a full on lesson about all things whiskey as George teaches us about what in Gaelic is called the "water of life."

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-11068041 Sat, 01 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 2982 full false 58 - Dads Raising Sons 58 - Dads Raising Sons In this episode I welcome childhood friends Dustin Shirk and Aleks Salks up on the front porch. We discuss the journey that we have been on as fathers of young boys. We base our conversation on an interview of author Jon Tyson who's book: "The Intentional Father:  A Practical Guide to Raise Sons of Courage and Character. We discuss the difficulties and joys of raising young men in this day and age.

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]]> In this episode I welcome childhood friends Dustin Shirk and Aleks Salks up on the front porch. We discuss the journey that we have been on as fathers of young boys. We base our conversation on an interview of author Jon Tyson who's book: "The Intentional Father:  A Practical Guide to Raise Sons of Courage and Character. We discuss the difficulties and joys of raising young men in this day and age.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-11051362 Thu, 15 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 3828 full false 57 - Christina Heilig 57 - Christina Heilig In this episode I welcome Christina Heilig up on the front porch. Christina joins us from Buchen, Germany, where she is a high school English and Spanish teacher. We discuss and explain the German school system, how German children learn about WWII and the holocaust, and compare and contrast our two countries. Sit back and enjoy this fascinating multi-cultural conversation!

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]]> In this episode I welcome Christina Heilig up on the front porch. Christina joins us from Buchen, Germany, where she is a high school English and Spanish teacher. We discuss and explain the German school system, how German children learn about WWII and the holocaust, and compare and contrast our two countries. Sit back and enjoy this fascinating multi-cultural conversation!

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-10889840 Thu, 01 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 3039 full false 56 - Frank Resek 56 - Frank Resek In this episode I welcome Frank Resek up on the front porch. We discuss his 20+ year career as a youth mental health counselor. We talk about the rise in mental health issues among youth in America, how he deals with his clients and their families, and the value of building relationships.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-10887051 Mon, 15 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 4103 full false 55 - Katelyn W. 55 - Katelyn W. In this episode I welcome former student, Katelyn W., on to the Front Porch. We discuss her love of planes, having co-piloted with her father before she was 6 years old, to her time at the United States Air Force Academy.  We close the conversation talking about how she achieved her life-long goal of becoming a fighter jet pilot in the USAF.

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]]> In this episode I welcome former student, Katelyn W., on to the Front Porch. We discuss her love of planes, having co-piloted with her father before she was 6 years old, to her time at the United States Air Force Academy.  We close the conversation talking about how she achieved her life-long goal of becoming a fighter jet pilot in the USAF.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-10815441 Mon, 01 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 2459 full false 54 - Lisa Bahr (Replay) 54 - Lisa Bahr (Replay) In this episode I sit down with Lisa Bahr, the Executive Director for Centre County PAWS. We discuss her job as the director of an animal shelter, the benefits and challenges associated with rescue animals, and what a life with animals has taught her.
[Originally aired January, 1, 2021]

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]]> In this episode I sit down with Lisa Bahr, the Executive Director for Centre County PAWS. We discuss her job as the director of an animal shelter, the benefits and challenges associated with rescue animals, and what a life with animals has taught her.
[Originally aired January, 1, 2021]

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-10746253 Fri, 15 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 2490 full false 53 - Dustin Shirk (Replay) 53 - Dustin Shirk (Replay) In this episode I get to interview a life-long friend, Dustin Shirk. I've known Dustin since Kindergarten and we've been close ever since. We get to get talk about his relationship with his brother, his journey to becoming a music teacher, and his love of both jazz and  running. I felt there was no better person to get the inaugural interview. Enjoy the show! 
[Originally aired on May 1, 2020]

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]]> In this episode I get to interview a life-long friend, Dustin Shirk. I've known Dustin since Kindergarten and we've been close ever since. We get to get talk about his relationship with his brother, his journey to becoming a music teacher, and his love of both jazz and  running. I felt there was no better person to get the inaugural interview. Enjoy the show! 
[Originally aired on May 1, 2020]

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-10745973 Fri, 01 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 2324 full false 52 - Hiram Smith 52 - Hiram Smith In this episode I welcome Hiram Smith up on the front porch. Hiram is a professor of Spanish and Linguistics at Bucknell University here in central PA. We discuss his youth as an "Army Brat" and the various places that he lived growing up. We also discuss African-American-English and its history within the American story as well as an honest and enlightening discussion on the "N-Word." We close the interview with our normal 10 quick questions which get sidetracked by a quick discussion on the black perspective in movies.

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]]> In this episode I welcome Hiram Smith up on the front porch. Hiram is a professor of Spanish and Linguistics at Bucknell University here in central PA. We discuss his youth as an "Army Brat" and the various places that he lived growing up. We also discuss African-American-English and its history within the American story as well as an honest and enlightening discussion on the "N-Word." We close the interview with our normal 10 quick questions which get sidetracked by a quick discussion on the black perspective in movies.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-10745114 Wed, 15 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400 3847 full false 51 - Bradley Smith 51 - Bradley Smith In this episode I welcome Bradley Smith up on the front porch. We discuss his journey from a kid loving history movies to being a curator at the Pennsylvania State Museum. We also discuss just what an archivist does as well as why learning history is so important.

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]]> In this episode I welcome Bradley Smith up on the front porch. We discuss his journey from a kid loving history movies to being a curator at the Pennsylvania State Museum. We also discuss just what an archivist does as well as why learning history is so important.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-10441825 Wed, 01 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400 3538 full false 50 - The Class of 2022 50 - The Class of 2022 In this episode, I welcome six of my graduating seniors up on the front porch. They tell us about their feelings as they prepare to graduate, what they believe is the number one issue facing teens today, how Covid impacted their high school experience, and what their future plans are. Listening to these teens will restore some of your faith in our future.

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]]> In this episode, I welcome six of my graduating seniors up on the front porch. They tell us about their feelings as they prepare to graduate, what they believe is the number one issue facing teens today, how Covid impacted their high school experience, and what their future plans are. Listening to these teens will restore some of your faith in our future.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-10553490 Sun, 15 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 2120 full false 49 - Ashley Snyder 49 - Ashley Snyder In this episode I welcome Ashley Snyder up on the front porch. Ashley is is a high school German teacher at Conrad Weiser School District. We talk about her journey from her own high school days to her time spent in Germany to eventually having her own classroom. We also discuss just what it means to be PA Dutch to her and how she connects to the language and culture of her ancestors.

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]]> In this episode I welcome Ashley Snyder up on the front porch. Ashley is is a high school German teacher at Conrad Weiser School District. We talk about her journey from her own high school days to her time spent in Germany to eventually having her own classroom. We also discuss just what it means to be PA Dutch to her and how she connects to the language and culture of her ancestors.

Click here to learn more about the Pastorius Haus!

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-10356699 Sun, 01 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 3550 full false 48 - Josh Brown 48 - Josh Brown In this episode I welcome Josh Brown up on the front porch. Josh and I co-authored a textbook on Pennsylvania Dutch, but that isn't what we chat about. We discuss his life journey through languages including his time studying and researching at Penn State for his PhD and his various field work among the Amish and Mennonite peoples. We tells us just a few of the things that the plain people have taught him about life and also debunks a few stereotypes and myths about the Amish.

To listen to the Ephrata Cloister music referenced in our interview, check out: Voices in the Wilderness.

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]]> In this episode I welcome Josh Brown up on the front porch. Josh and I co-authored a textbook on Pennsylvania Dutch, but that isn't what we chat about. We discuss his life journey through languages including his time studying and researching at Penn State for his PhD and his various field work among the Amish and Mennonite peoples. We tells us just a few of the things that the plain people have taught him about life and also debunks a few stereotypes and myths about the Amish.

To listen to the Ephrata Cloister music referenced in our interview, check out: Voices in the Wilderness.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-10307006 Fri, 15 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400 3244 full false 47 - Pete Ruggieri 47 - Pete Ruggieri On this episode, Pete Ruggieri joins me on the front porch. We talk about his time as a 911 dispatcher in Chester County, PA and then we discuss his various charity work. Pete is the brains behind the annual Santa Stumble held in Lancaster each that has raised thousands of dollars to benefit the Lancaster mounted patrol and K-9 units. We close our discussion with stories about his involvement in fostering Doberman Pinschers.

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]]> On this episode, Pete Ruggieri joins me on the front porch. We talk about his time as a 911 dispatcher in Chester County, PA and then we discuss his various charity work. Pete is the brains behind the annual Santa Stumble held in Lancaster each that has raised thousands of dollars to benefit the Lancaster mounted patrol and K-9 units. We close our discussion with stories about his involvement in fostering Doberman Pinschers.

Learn more about Delaware Valley Doberman Pinscher Assistance! 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-10192783 Fri, 01 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400 3123 full false 46 - Inge Williams 46 - Inge Williams In this episode, I welcome Inge Williams up on the front porch. Inge is the pastor at Frieden's Lutheran Church in Shartlesville, PA. We talk about her time spent in Germany and Oman and the faith journey she went on to her life in ministry. We discuss the culture shock she experienced as she moved into a traditional PA Dutch community and how she handles the grief associated with the loss of place and landscape with her parishioners. We close our discussion with the topic of our connection to the Earth both spiritually and physically.

To learn more about Friedens Lutheran Church, check out their Facebook Page! 

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]]> In this episode, I welcome Inge Williams up on the front porch. Inge is the pastor at Frieden's Lutheran Church in Shartlesville, PA. We talk about her time spent in Germany and Oman and the faith journey she went on to her life in ministry. We discuss the culture shock she experienced as she moved into a traditional PA Dutch community and how she handles the grief associated with the loss of place and landscape with her parishioners. We close our discussion with the topic of our connection to the Earth both spiritually and physically.

To learn more about Friedens Lutheran Church, check out their Facebook Page! 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-10097211 Tue, 15 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0400 2585 full false 45 - Lawrence Morris 45 - Lawrence Morris In this episode, I welcome Lawrence Morris up on the front porch. Lawrence is a professor of English at Albright College in Reading, PA. We discuss his strong Irish-American heritage which led him down an academic road in classical and medieval literature. We discuss the Irish Gaelic language and his fascination with the Pennsylvania Dutch language and culture. 


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]]> In this episode, I welcome Lawrence Morris up on the front porch. Lawrence is a professor of English at Albright College in Reading, PA. We discuss his strong Irish-American heritage which led him down an academic road in classical and medieval literature. We discuss the Irish Gaelic language and his fascination with the Pennsylvania Dutch language and culture. 


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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-10031464 Tue, 01 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3291 full false 44 - Nick Robinson 44 - Nick Robinson In this episode I welcome one of my old college friends, Nick Robinson, onto the front porch. We discuss our shared college memories highlighting the morning of September 11th. We talk about his various moves and jobs that took him all over America and beyond. We close our conversation talking about his time in Africa and marrying his Kenyan wife. Finally we discuss the journey that his family has been through for his wife to become an American citizen.

To learn more about Nick and his family, check out their YouTube channel! 

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]]> In this episode I welcome one of my old college friends, Nick Robinson, onto the front porch. We discuss our shared college memories highlighting the morning of September 11th. We talk about his various moves and jobs that took him all over America and beyond. We close our conversation talking about his time in Africa and marrying his Kenyan wife. Finally we discuss the journey that his family has been through for his wife to become an American citizen.

To learn more about Nick and his family, check out their YouTube channel! 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-9838374 Tue, 15 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500 4110 full false 43 - Vinnie Kishbaugh 43 - Vinnie Kishbaugh In this episode, I welcome my dear friend, Vinnie Kishbaugh, up on the front porch. We discuss his childhood growing up in Berwick, PA, and his love of football. We talk about his life-long relationship with the food industry from washing dishes to being an executive chef to teaching culinary arts to high schoolers. We close our conversation talking about the new restaurant that he and his wife are opening up in early 2022.

For more information about Vinnie's restaurant, check out: Good Neighbor Craft House!

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]]> In this episode, I welcome my dear friend, Vinnie Kishbaugh, up on the front porch. We discuss his childhood growing up in Berwick, PA, and his love of football. We talk about his life-long relationship with the food industry from washing dishes to being an executive chef to teaching culinary arts to high schoolers. We close our conversation talking about the new restaurant that he and his wife are opening up in early 2022.

For more information about Vinnie's restaurant, check out: Good Neighbor Craft House!

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-9809459 Tue, 01 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3539 full false 42 - Lindsay Kalbach 42 - Lindsay Kalbach In this episode, I welcome friend and colleague, Lindsay Kalbach, up on the front porch. We discuss the rewards and challenges of teaching high school literature and writing plus the state of public ed today. We also talk about her experiences of being part of the LGBTQ+ community in a very socially conservative area and the struggles of being able to converse about the topic of homosexuality. We close our conversation with our normal ten quick questions.

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]]> In this episode, I welcome friend and colleague, Lindsay Kalbach, up on the front porch. We discuss the rewards and challenges of teaching high school literature and writing plus the state of public ed today. We also talk about her experiences of being part of the LGBTQ+ community in a very socially conservative area and the struggles of being able to converse about the topic of homosexuality. We close our conversation with our normal ten quick questions.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-9802381 Sat, 15 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500 2910 full false 41 - Welcome 2022! 41 - Welcome 2022! In this episode I welcome 2022 with a quick overview of the year from my trusty Baer's Agricultural Almanac and Gardening Guide. We look at predictions for the new year as well as important anniversaries, horoscopes, and a few corny jokes. Happy New Year 2022, everyone! 

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]]> In this episode I welcome 2022 with a quick overview of the year from my trusty Baer's Agricultural Almanac and Gardening Guide. We look at predictions for the new year as well as important anniversaries, horoscopes, and a few corny jokes. Happy New Year 2022, everyone! 

To get your own copy:  Baer's Almanac

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-9630771 Sat, 01 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1319 full false 40 - Christmas Around The World 40 - Christmas Around The World In this episode I am joined by friends from around the world up on the front porch. Each guest discusses how they and their family celebrate the Christmas season where they live. So grab your passport, we are taking a virtual trip to Canada, England, and Germany!

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]]> In this episode I am joined by friends from around the world up on the front porch. Each guest discusses how they and their family celebrate the Christmas season where they live. So grab your passport, we are taking a virtual trip to Canada, England, and Germany!

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-9574487 Wed, 15 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500 1506 full false 39 - Shawn Becker 39 - Shawn Becker In this episode I welcome Shawn Becker up on the front porch. We discuss his time in the US Coast Guard stationed in Hawaii and on the Great Lakes, his busy job at a large beer distributor, and our shared love of motorcycling. 

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]]> In this episode I welcome Shawn Becker up on the front porch. We discuss his time in the US Coast Guard stationed in Hawaii and on the Great Lakes, his busy job at a large beer distributor, and our shared love of motorcycling. 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-9438498 Wed, 01 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500 2936 full false 38 - A Thanksgiving Episode 38 - A Thanksgiving Episode Thanksgiving, that most American of holidays. In this episode, I reach out and ask various friends what Thanksgiving means to them. Their responses give us all the opportunity to think about what Thanksgiving means to each of us and to consider what we are truly thankful for. Happy Thanksgiving everyone! 

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]]> Thanksgiving, that most American of holidays. In this episode, I reach out and ask various friends what Thanksgiving means to them. Their responses give us all the opportunity to think about what Thanksgiving means to each of us and to consider what we are truly thankful for. Happy Thanksgiving everyone! 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-9380235 Mon, 15 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0500 1776 full false 37 - Politics and Religion 37 - Politics and Religion In this episode I welcome back to the front porch Matthew DeSantis and Kevin Shock. We discuss two of the topics we are often taught not to talk about: politics and religion. We tackle the idea of separation of church and state, the role that social media has had on both topics, and where each of them see politics and the church 25 years from now.

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]]> In this episode I welcome back to the front porch Matthew DeSantis and Kevin Shock. We discuss two of the topics we are often taught not to talk about: politics and religion. We tackle the idea of separation of church and state, the role that social media has had on both topics, and where each of them see politics and the church 25 years from now.

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Hear Matthew's solo Front Porch Episode!

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-9331683 Mon, 01 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0400 4072 full false 36 - Andrea Dobrozsi 36 - Andrea Dobrozsi In this episode I welcome Andrea Dobrozsi up on the front porch. We discuss her time serving in Americorps in Chicago, her job as a high school counselor, our shared journey of losing a parent to cancer, and being the wife to a restaurant owning husband.

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]]> In this episode I welcome Andrea Dobrozsi up on the front porch. We discuss her time serving in Americorps in Chicago, her job as a high school counselor, our shared journey of losing a parent to cancer, and being the wife to a restaurant owning husband.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-9048818 Fri, 15 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400 3816 full false 35 - Steven Madenford 35 - Steven Madenford The brotherly love is flowing in this episode as I welcome my very own brother, Steven Madenford, onto the front porch. We discuss our grandparents' legacy and their effect on us, his love of all things history (in particular the Civil War), his job as a manager of a manufacturing company, and his eternal drive and relentless work ethic.

To learn more about Randy Dietrich and his winery, check out his Facebook Page!

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]]> The brotherly love is flowing in this episode as I welcome my very own brother, Steven Madenford, onto the front porch. We discuss our grandparents' legacy and their effect on us, his love of all things history (in particular the Civil War), his job as a manager of a manufacturing company, and his eternal drive and relentless work ethic.

To learn more about Randy Dietrich and his winery, check out his Facebook Page!

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-9025985 Fri, 01 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400 3232 full false 34 - Abigail Shrack 34 - Abigail Shrack In this episode I welcome Abigail Shrack up on the front porch. We talk about growing up on her family farm and her year spent in Venezuela. We discuss her transition from teaching to serving on her local school board. We conclude our conversation discussing and explaining what being on a "Sheep to Shawl" team is all about!

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]]> In this episode I welcome Abigail Shrack up on the front porch. We talk about growing up on her family farm and her year spent in Venezuela. We discuss her transition from teaching to serving on her local school board. We conclude our conversation discussing and explaining what being on a "Sheep to Shawl" team is all about!

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-8947820 Wed, 15 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2438 full false 33 - Mike Connor 33 - Mike Connor In this episode Mike Connor joins me on the front porch. Mike is the choral director at the same high school where I teach. We discuss his childhood filled with music, the influential directors that he has had over his lifetime, and what it takes to lead not only youth choirs but also adult choirs.

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]]> In this episode Mike Connor joins me on the front porch. Mike is the choral director at the same high school where I teach. We discuss his childhood filled with music, the influential directors that he has had over his lifetime, and what it takes to lead not only youth choirs but also adult choirs.

Learn more about the Williamsport Civic Chorus!

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-8871445 Wed, 01 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400 3412 full false 32 - Back to School 32 - Back to School In this episode I take a break from interviewing a friend. It is mid-August which is back to school season here in the USA. I decided to dedicate an entire episode to discussing just what back to school means for me as a teacher. I reached out and asked some of my teacher friends for their input as well. They talk about what they are looking forward to in the new year and how teaching during Covid has changed them as teachers. Get your backpack in order and put on your new shoes because we are all going back to school on episode 32! 

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]]> In this episode I take a break from interviewing a friend. It is mid-August which is back to school season here in the USA. I decided to dedicate an entire episode to discussing just what back to school means for me as a teacher. I reached out and asked some of my teacher friends for their input as well. They talk about what they are looking forward to in the new year and how teaching during Covid has changed them as teachers. Get your backpack in order and put on your new shoes because we are all going back to school on episode 32! 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-8988017 Sun, 15 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2041 full false 31 - Brad Blymier 31 - Brad Blymier In this episode I welcome Brad Blymier up on the front porch. We discuss his childhood growing up around the PA Dutch in Hannover, PA. We also discuss his wild ride from selling software to starting his own oyster company. We talk about how Covid made him have to change his business and the future of aquaculture and the food industry.

To learn more about Brad's company, visit: War Shore Trading Co.

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]]> In this episode I welcome Brad Blymier up on the front porch. We discuss his childhood growing up around the PA Dutch in Hannover, PA. We also discuss his wild ride from selling software to starting his own oyster company. We talk about how Covid made him have to change his business and the future of aquaculture and the food industry.

To learn more about Brad's company, visit: War Shore Trading Co.

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-8868851 Sun, 01 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400 3504 full false 30 - Georgie Donnelly 30 - Georgie Donnelly In this episode I welcome my dear friend from college, Georgie Donnelly, up on the front porch. We discuss her childhood in England and Wales being the only girl playing soccer amongst a sea of boys, her move to Lock Haven University where she became an All-American, and her transition from a player to now a coach.


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]]> In this episode I welcome my dear friend from college, Georgie Donnelly, up on the front porch. We discuss her childhood in England and Wales being the only girl playing soccer amongst a sea of boys, her move to Lock Haven University where she became an All-American, and her transition from a player to now a coach.


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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-8682248 Thu, 15 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2510 full false 29 - Don Heminitz 29 - Don Heminitz In this episode I welcome Don Heminitz onto the front porch. We discuss his childhood as a boy playing the flute, a brief history of fife and drum music during the Civil War, and his current job as a Pilgrim living in the year 1627 at Plimoth Plantation.

To learn more about Plimoth Plantation and the Mayflower II, please visit: https://www.plimoth.org/

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]]> In this episode I welcome Don Heminitz onto the front porch. We discuss his childhood as a boy playing the flute, a brief history of fife and drum music during the Civil War, and his current job as a Pilgrim living in the year 1627 at Plimoth Plantation.

To learn more about Plimoth Plantation and the Mayflower II, please visit: https://www.plimoth.org/

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-8662800 Thu, 01 Jul 2021 01:00:00 -0400 3114 full false 28 - Seth Anthony 28 - Seth Anthony In this episode I welcome Seth Anthony up on the front porch. We begin with a discussion about his childhood growing up in the dog show world. The rest of the episode is dedicated to a talk about fraternalism in America. Seth tells us about his love of Fezes, the current movement to document fraternalism's story in American history, and how the various fraternal organizations might survive moving forward in the 21st century.

To learn more about fraternalism in America, please visit the J. H. Rathbone Museum's Website: http://jhrathbonemuseum.org/


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]]> In this episode I welcome Seth Anthony up on the front porch. We begin with a discussion about his childhood growing up in the dog show world. The rest of the episode is dedicated to a talk about fraternalism in America. Seth tells us about his love of Fezes, the current movement to document fraternalism's story in American history, and how the various fraternal organizations might survive moving forward in the 21st century.

To learn more about fraternalism in America, please visit the J. H. Rathbone Museum's Website: http://jhrathbonemuseum.org/


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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-8516581 Tue, 15 Jun 2021 01:00:00 -0400 3385 full false 27 - Lauren Grim 27 - Lauren Grim In this episode I welcome my childhood and kindergarten friend, Lauren Grim, up on the front porch. We discuss how in her career she has often found herself the lone female surrounded by men, her love of gardening, her competitive spirit, and her fear of hills. 

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]]> In this episode I welcome my childhood and kindergarten friend, Lauren Grim, up on the front porch. We discuss how in her career she has often found herself the lone female surrounded by men, her love of gardening, her competitive spirit, and her fear of hills. 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-8467837 Tue, 01 Jun 2021 01:00:00 -0400 2981 full false 26 - A New Chapter 26 - A New Chapter In this episode it is just me rocking on the front porch. May of 2021 marks the one year anniversary of the podcast! I take an opportunity to reflect on all that has happened in the past year paying special attention to the recent loss of my paternal-grandfather, Ray H. Madenford.  I also look forward to what the new year and year two of the podcast might bring!

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]]> In this episode it is just me rocking on the front porch. May of 2021 marks the one year anniversary of the podcast! I take an opportunity to reflect on all that has happened in the past year paying special attention to the recent loss of my paternal-grandfather, Ray H. Madenford.  I also look forward to what the new year and year two of the podcast might bring!

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-8282106 Sat, 15 May 2021 00:00:00 -0400 1515 full false 25 - Charles Fergus 25 - Charles Fergus In this episode Charles Fergus joins me on the front porch. We discuss his childhood growing up in Centre County, PA. We also talk about his journey from being a nature writer to a writer of historical mysteries. Finally we discuss his love of singing and the various groups the he sings with in his free time.

To learn more about Charles and purchase his books, check out: https://charlesfergus.com/

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]]> In this episode Charles Fergus joins me on the front porch. We discuss his childhood growing up in Centre County, PA. We also talk about his journey from being a nature writer to a writer of historical mysteries. Finally we discuss his love of singing and the various groups the he sings with in his free time.

To learn more about Charles and purchase his books, check out: https://charlesfergus.com/

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-8243602 Sat, 01 May 2021 01:00:00 -0400 3260 full false 24 - Sara Mull 24 - Sara Mull In this episode, my dear friend from college choir, Sara Mull, joins me on the Front Porch. We discuss our own versions of how we met, her challenging and rewarding career as a nurse, how COVID has completely changed the game of her profession, and her uncanny ability to balance a career, a marriage, and five children all at the same time. 

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]]> In this episode, my dear friend from college choir, Sara Mull, joins me on the Front Porch. We discuss our own versions of how we met, her challenging and rewarding career as a nurse, how COVID has completely changed the game of her profession, and her uncanny ability to balance a career, a marriage, and five children all at the same time. 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-8154954 Thu, 15 Apr 2021 01:00:00 -0400 2444 full false 23 - Kelly McManus 23 - Kelly McManus In this episode Kelly McManus joins me on the front porch. We discuss her career in the army including her time spent on Capitol Hill and at the Pentagon. We also talk about the issue of sexual assault in the military and her wildly successful YouTube channel.

To view Kelly's YouTube Channel: Kelly Does Her Thing

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]]> In this episode Kelly McManus joins me on the front porch. We discuss her career in the army including her time spent on Capitol Hill and at the Pentagon. We also talk about the issue of sexual assault in the military and her wildly successful YouTube channel.

To view Kelly's YouTube Channel: Kelly Does Her Thing

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-8025355 Thu, 01 Apr 2021 01:00:00 -0400 3435 full false 22 - Matthew DeSantis 22 - Matthew DeSantis In this episode I sit down with my dear friend from elementary school, Matthew DeSantis. We discuss our memories of elementary school, experiences in his high school Model UN club, the role of civic education in America, and where we are politically as a nation.

Matthew hosts the podcast, From the Swamp to the Swamp. Check it out at the link below:
https://amalfimedia.com/swamp 

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]]> In this episode I sit down with my dear friend from elementary school, Matthew DeSantis. We discuss our memories of elementary school, experiences in his high school Model UN club, the role of civic education in America, and where we are politically as a nation.

Matthew hosts the podcast, From the Swamp to the Swamp. Check it out at the link below:
https://amalfimedia.com/swamp 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-7818724 Mon, 15 Mar 2021 01:00:00 -0400 3121 full false 21 - Dave Kline 21 - Dave Kline In this episode I interview friend and collaborator, Dave Kline. To anyone who has spent any time in Berks County, PA, that name means something: music. We discuss his 40+ year career in broadcasting and performing, his love of bluegrass and folk music, the meaning of life, his creative process, and he even sings for us. Dave shows us that music has a magic all of its own.

To learn more about Dave and his band, please visit: http://www.mountainfolk.com/

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]]> In this episode I interview friend and collaborator, Dave Kline. To anyone who has spent any time in Berks County, PA, that name means something: music. We discuss his 40+ year career in broadcasting and performing, his love of bluegrass and folk music, the meaning of life, his creative process, and he even sings for us. Dave shows us that music has a magic all of its own.

To learn more about Dave and his band, please visit: http://www.mountainfolk.com/

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-7639267 Mon, 01 Mar 2021 01:00:00 -0500 2291 full false 20 - Rachel Yoder 20 - Rachel Yoder In this episode I sit down with my dear friend and collaborator, Rachel Yoder. We discuss her personal journey to becoming a full-time practicing artist, how she encourages her children to always think creatively, and how the art that she creates helps her and her customers connect to our shared culture and heritage.

To learn more about Rachel's art, check out her website: https://www.rachelyoderart.net/

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]]> In this episode I sit down with my dear friend and collaborator, Rachel Yoder. We discuss her personal journey to becoming a full-time practicing artist, how she encourages her children to always think creatively, and how the art that she creates helps her and her customers connect to our shared culture and heritage.

To learn more about Rachel's art, check out her website: https://www.rachelyoderart.net/

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-7355569 Mon, 15 Feb 2021 01:00:00 -0500 3247 full false 19 - Kevin Shock 19 - Kevin Shock In this episode I sit down with my good friend, Rev. Kevin Shock. We discuss his job as a pastor and the journey that brought him to that profession. We also talk about faith in practice in the 21st century and his undying love of punk music. 

Send your audio greeting to: djmadenford@gmail.com

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]]> In this episode I sit down with my good friend, Rev. Kevin Shock. We discuss his job as a pastor and the journey that brought him to that profession. We also talk about faith in practice in the 21st century and his undying love of punk music. 

Send your audio greeting to: djmadenford@gmail.com

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-7049512 Mon, 01 Feb 2021 01:00:00 -0500 3416 full false 18 - Brad Weidenhammer 18 - Brad Weidenhammer In this episode I sit down with one of my oldest friends, Brad Weidenhammer. We discuss his decision to move south for college, his challenging and exciting career as a civil engineer, how transportation and infrastructure might look 10 years in the future, and sharing his love of music with his children.

To learn more about Brad's current work project, check this out: https://www.hrbtexpansion.org/ 

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]]> In this episode I sit down with one of my oldest friends, Brad Weidenhammer. We discuss his decision to move south for college, his challenging and exciting career as a civil engineer, how transportation and infrastructure might look 10 years in the future, and sharing his love of music with his children.

To learn more about Brad's current work project, check this out: https://www.hrbtexpansion.org/ 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-6887390 Fri, 15 Jan 2021 01:00:00 -0500 3172 full false 17 - Lisa Bahr 17 - Lisa Bahr In this episode I sit down with Lisa Bahr, the Executive Director for Centre County PAWS. We discuss her job as the director of an animal shelter, the benefits and challenges associated with rescue animals, and what a life with animals has taught her.

To learn more about Centre County PAWS, please visit their website:  https://www.centrecountypaws.org/

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]]> In this episode I sit down with Lisa Bahr, the Executive Director for Centre County PAWS. We discuss her job as the director of an animal shelter, the benefits and challenges associated with rescue animals, and what a life with animals has taught her.

To learn more about Centre County PAWS, please visit their website:  https://www.centrecountypaws.org/

To email an audio introduction for an upcoming episode, send your file to: djmadenford@gmail.com 


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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-6793801 Fri, 01 Jan 2021 01:00:00 -0500 2461 full false Bonus Episode - Mach's gut 2020! Bonus Episode - Mach's gut 2020! In this bonus episode I say good bye to 2020. I look back on the year that 2020 was and also look forward to 2021. I wish all of you a blessed New Year! 

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]]> In this bonus episode I say good bye to 2020. I look back on the year that 2020 was and also look forward to 2021. I wish all of you a blessed New Year! 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-6966518 Mon, 28 Dec 2020 01:00:00 -0500 845 full false 16 - Patrick Donmoyer 16 - Patrick Donmoyer In this episode I sit down with Patrick Donmoyer, a friend and a colleague in our mission to preserve the Pennsylvania Dutch language and culture. We discuss his work as the director of the Pennsylvania German Cultural Heritage Center at Kutztown University, Powwowing and the Belsnickel, and the idea of cultural identity.

To learn more about the PA German Cultural Heritage Center, please visit their site: https://www.kutztown.edu/pgchc 

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]]> In this episode I sit down with Patrick Donmoyer, a friend and a colleague in our mission to preserve the Pennsylvania Dutch language and culture. We discuss his work as the director of the Pennsylvania German Cultural Heritage Center at Kutztown University, Powwowing and the Belsnickel, and the idea of cultural identity.

To learn more about the PA German Cultural Heritage Center, please visit their site: https://www.kutztown.edu/pgchc 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-6335299 Tue, 15 Dec 2020 01:00:00 -0500 3007 full false 15 - Marlo Patterson 15 - Marlo Patterson In this episode I sit down with Marlo Patterson. We discuss her childhood as an "Marine Brat" and how all of that moving around influenced the person that she is today. We also discuss her mission trip to Northern Iraq in 2019 and how that experience has affected her both personally and also her faith. 

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]]> In this episode I sit down with Marlo Patterson. We discuss her childhood as an "Marine Brat" and how all of that moving around influenced the person that she is today. We also discuss her mission trip to Northern Iraq in 2019 and how that experience has affected her both personally and also her faith. 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-6227935 Tue, 01 Dec 2020 01:00:00 -0500 3253 full false Bonus Episode: A PA Dutch Thanksgiving Bonus Episode: A PA Dutch Thanksgiving In this bonus episode, I explain what a typical PA Dutch Thanksgiving at the Madenford table looks like. 

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]]> In this bonus episode, I explain what a typical PA Dutch Thanksgiving at the Madenford table looks like. 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-6365851 Sun, 22 Nov 2020 01:00:00 -0500 705 full false 14 - Andrew Brown 14 - Andrew Brown In this episode I sit down with Andrew Brown a dear friend from college. We discuss growing up in Australia, his journey from being a policeman to an elementary teacher. We also talk about falling in love with a Norwegian, marrying her, and then making the permanent move to Norway.

To learn more about Andrew's School, The Oslo International School, please visit: https://www.oslointernationalschool.no/ 

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]]> In this episode I sit down with Andrew Brown a dear friend from college. We discuss growing up in Australia, his journey from being a policeman to an elementary teacher. We also talk about falling in love with a Norwegian, marrying her, and then making the permanent move to Norway.

To learn more about Andrew's School, The Oslo International School, please visit: https://www.oslointernationalschool.no/ 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-5733484 Sun, 15 Nov 2020 01:00:00 -0500 2565 full false 13 - Rosana Campbell 13 - Rosana Campbell In this episode I welcome Rosana Campbell, an old friend from college onto the front porch. We discuss her youth growing up in Brazil and how Brazil handles it's multi-cultural make up. We also discuss how she balances raising her child with Portuguese and her husband's Irish culture. Finally we talk about her job as Director of Lock Haven University's Center for Global Engagement and how their study abroad program is handling the COVID pandemic.

To learn more about the Center for Global Engagement, please visit their website: https://lockhaven.edu/iis/ 

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]]> In this episode I welcome Rosana Campbell, an old friend from college onto the front porch. We discuss her youth growing up in Brazil and how Brazil handles it's multi-cultural make up. We also discuss how she balances raising her child with Portuguese and her husband's Irish culture. Finally we talk about her job as Director of Lock Haven University's Center for Global Engagement and how their study abroad program is handling the COVID pandemic.

To learn more about the Center for Global Engagement, please visit their website: https://lockhaven.edu/iis/ 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-5917714 Sun, 01 Nov 2020 01:00:00 -0500 2150 full false 12 - Matt Maris 12 - Matt Maris In this episode I interview Matt Maris. We discuss his job as a high school social studies teacher, his personal love of local history, and his popular historical walking tour company: Local Historia.

To learn more about Matt's Bellefonte Walking Tours, check out:
Instagram: @localhistoria_com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/localhistoria
Website: https://localhistoria.com/

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]]> In this episode I interview Matt Maris. We discuss his job as a high school social studies teacher, his personal love of local history, and his popular historical walking tour company: Local Historia.

To learn more about Matt's Bellefonte Walking Tours, check out:
Instagram: @localhistoria_com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/localhistoria
Website: https://localhistoria.com/

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-5460613 Thu, 15 Oct 2020 01:00:00 -0400 2119 full false 11 - Sarabeth Bowmaster 11 - Sarabeth Bowmaster In this episode I talk to former student, Sarabeth Bowmaster. We discuss growing up in a fire company family, her campaign to fight sexual assault on college campuses, and involvement in student government at Penn State. 

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]]> In this episode I talk to former student, Sarabeth Bowmaster. We discuss growing up in a fire company family, her campaign to fight sexual assault on college campuses, and involvement in student government at Penn State. 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-5286621 Thu, 01 Oct 2020 01:00:00 -0400 2380 full false 10 - Chris LaRose 10 - Chris LaRose In this episode I sit down with Chris LaRose, a former student, current music collaborator, and friend. We discuss growing up around older people, his song writing process, and riding vintage motorcycles.

To learn more about Chris and his music, check out his website: https://www.chrislarosemusic.com/ 

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]]> In this episode I sit down with Chris LaRose, a former student, current music collaborator, and friend. We discuss growing up around older people, his song writing process, and riding vintage motorcycles.

To learn more about Chris and his music, check out his website: https://www.chrislarosemusic.com/ 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-5189170 Tue, 15 Sep 2020 01:00:00 -0400 2245 full false 09 - Molly Smith 09 - Molly Smith In this episode I interview longtime family friend, Molly Smith. We discuss growing up as a  homeschooler, the importance of sustainability, how to talk to someone who is skeptical towards science, and her love of trail running. 

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]]> In this episode I interview longtime family friend, Molly Smith. We discuss growing up as a  homeschooler, the importance of sustainability, how to talk to someone who is skeptical towards science, and her love of trail running. 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-4937132 Tue, 01 Sep 2020 01:00:00 -0400 2354 full false 08 - John Striffler 08 - John Striffler In this episode I get to interview college friend and fellow educator, John Striffler. We discuss growing up on Staten Island, his love of theater, and his career in education. He tells us about his year abroad in Germany and how that international experience shaped his future. Recently, John took a job as an assistant principal at the Seoul Foreign School in Seoul, South Korea. We discuss that and what it is like to move your family halfway across the globe. 

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]]> In this episode I get to interview college friend and fellow educator, John Striffler. We discuss growing up on Staten Island, his love of theater, and his career in education. He tells us about his year abroad in Germany and how that international experience shaped his future. Recently, John took a job as an assistant principal at the Seoul Foreign School in Seoul, South Korea. We discuss that and what it is like to move your family halfway across the globe. 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-4683554 Sat, 15 Aug 2020 04:00:00 -0400 2266 full false 07 - Phil Wert 07 - Phil Wert In this episode I get to interview my second cousin, Phil Wert. We discuss his years abroad in England, studying archeology, and the important role that local government plays in our lives. 

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]]> In this episode I get to interview my second cousin, Phil Wert. We discuss his years abroad in England, studying archeology, and the important role that local government plays in our lives. 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-4392641 Sat, 01 Aug 2020 01:00:00 -0400 2961 full false Bonus Episode - My 40th Birthday Bonus Episode - My 40th Birthday In this bonus episode, I talk briefly about recently celebrating my 40th birthday and how COVID-19 played a part in how I thought about turning another year older. 

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]]> In this bonus episode, I talk briefly about recently celebrating my 40th birthday and how COVID-19 played a part in how I thought about turning another year older. 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-4550609 Thu, 23 Jul 2020 04:00:00 -0400 945 full false 06 - Jessica VanGorder King 06 - Jessica VanGorder King In this episode I get to interview former student and now friend, Jessica VanGorder King. We discuss growing up as the middle child, why studying history is important, and her career in museum studies. 

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]]> In this episode I get to interview former student and now friend, Jessica VanGorder King. We discuss growing up as the middle child, why studying history is important, and her career in museum studies. 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-4391855 Wed, 15 Jul 2020 01:00:00 -0400 2229 full false 05 - Terry Berger 05 - Terry Berger In this episode I get to interview my friend and fellow Pennsylvania Dutchman, Terry Berger. We discuss his career in the mental health field, his Moravian faith, his love of cooking on a wood fired stove, and his passion of preparing and passing on traditional Pennsylvania Dutch recipes. 

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]]> In this episode I get to interview my friend and fellow Pennsylvania Dutchman, Terry Berger. We discuss his career in the mental health field, his Moravian faith, his love of cooking on a wood fired stove, and his passion of preparing and passing on traditional Pennsylvania Dutch recipes. 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-4179515 Wed, 01 Jul 2020 01:00:00 -0400 2851 full false 04 - Monica Stout 04 - Monica Stout In this episode I get to interview a dear friend from high school, Monica Stout. We talk about moving schools as a child, her many different jobs (none of which I really understand what she did or currently does), and her unorthodox wedding.

To learn more about the Department of Veterans Affairs check out: https://www.va.gov/

To learn more about the band Guster check out their website: https://www.guster.com/ 

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]]> In this episode I get to interview a dear friend from high school, Monica Stout. We talk about moving schools as a child, her many different jobs (none of which I really understand what she did or currently does), and her unorthodox wedding.

To learn more about the Department of Veterans Affairs check out: https://www.va.gov/

To learn more about the band Guster check out their website: https://www.guster.com/ 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-3702149 Mon, 15 Jun 2020 01:00:00 -0400 2123 full false 03 - The Class of 2020 03 - The Class of 2020 In this episode I sit down with three of my current high school seniors, Briana Bottorf, Olivia Hanna, and Lydia Wockenfuss. We discuss what the members of the Class of 2020 are going through both physically and emotionally. We discuss the loss of their senior ball, the loss of a traditional graduation ceremony, the power of friendships, and their future plans. Hopefully after listening to the episode, you will join me in knowing that this group of students will be just fine and will make a solid impact on our society in the future.  

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]]> In this episode I sit down with three of my current high school seniors, Briana Bottorf, Olivia Hanna, and Lydia Wockenfuss. We discuss what the members of the Class of 2020 are going through both physically and emotionally. We discuss the loss of their senior ball, the loss of a traditional graduation ceremony, the power of friendships, and their future plans. Hopefully after listening to the episode, you will join me in knowing that this group of students will be just fine and will make a solid impact on our society in the future.  

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-3807290 Mon, 01 Jun 2020 01:00:00 -0400 2886 full false Bonus Episode - In Memoriam Bonus Episode - In Memoriam In mid-April of this year, I lost my grandmother, Alma Madenford. Due to the restrictions in place because of the COVID-19 pandemic, our family was not able to mourn like we are accustomed to doing. Because of that, I present this bonus episode. In it I deliver a eulogy for my grandmother. I was denied this opportunity due to the lack of a normal funeral ceremony so I am taking advantage of this platform to share with all of you just how great of a person she was and to celebrate her long life. 


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]]> In mid-April of this year, I lost my grandmother, Alma Madenford. Due to the restrictions in place because of the COVID-19 pandemic, our family was not able to mourn like we are accustomed to doing. Because of that, I present this bonus episode. In it I deliver a eulogy for my grandmother. I was denied this opportunity due to the lack of a normal funeral ceremony so I am taking advantage of this platform to share with all of you just how great of a person she was and to celebrate her long life. 


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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-3598987 Fri, 22 May 2020 01:00:00 -0400 1239 full false 02 - Lisa Harvey 02 - Lisa Harvey In this episode I get to interview friend and colleague, Lisa Harvey. Lisa is the Special Education coordinator for the school district in which I work. We discuss the role of Special Ed and also the challenges that all parties face. We also talk about her family's very personal battle with COVID-19. This conversation really has some moments where you can't believe what you are hearing. Enjoy the show! 

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]]> In this episode I get to interview friend and colleague, Lisa Harvey. Lisa is the Special Education coordinator for the school district in which I work. We discuss the role of Special Ed and also the challenges that all parties face. We also talk about her family's very personal battle with COVID-19. This conversation really has some moments where you can't believe what you are hearing. Enjoy the show! 

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-3589699 Fri, 15 May 2020 01:00:00 -0400 2669 full false 01 - Dustin Shirk 01 - Dustin Shirk In this episode I get to interview a life-long friend, Dustin Shirk. I've known Dustin since Kindergarten and we've been close ever since. We get to get talk about his relationship with his brother, his journey to becoming a music teacher, and his love of both jazz and  running. I felt there was no better person to get the inaugural interview. Enjoy the show!  

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]]> In this episode I get to interview a life-long friend, Dustin Shirk. I've known Dustin since Kindergarten and we've been close ever since. We get to get talk about his relationship with his brother, his journey to becoming a music teacher, and his love of both jazz and  running. I felt there was no better person to get the inaugural interview. Enjoy the show!  

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]]> Doug Madenford Buzzsprout-3566350 Fri, 01 May 2020 01:00:00 -0400 2203 full false Introduction and Overview Introduction and Overview Welcome to Doug's Front Porch, a conversational podcast hosted by Doug Madenford. Join me as I invite friends, old and new, onto my front porch for some honest conversation.

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]]> Welcome to Doug's Front Porch, a conversational podcast hosted by Doug Madenford. Join me as I invite friends, old and new, onto my front porch for some honest conversation.

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